Dear First name / TRS Families,

 

We have some exciting updates to share as we prepare to welcome students and families back to campus in just a couple weeks 

 

We’re thrilled to announce three new additions to our admin team! All 3 are experienced classroom teachers, and are a perfect fit for the administrative team as we continue to grow. 

Madeline Iyer is stepping into the role of MYP Coordinator (Grades 6-10) while continuing to teach MYP Science—something she personally insisted on doing! Madeline brings many years of experience in public education, along with a deep understanding of instructional practices and student needs.

 

She is currently completing her Master of Education in Teaching and Learning, with a specialization in Instructional Coaching, and is on track to graduate in December 2025. Her heart for students and her support of fellow educators make her an excellent fit for this leadership role within the MYP program.

Jolyn Caddell is transitioning to our administrative team as the new Lower School Principal (Grades K-5). A TRS alumna, Jolyn brings over a decade of classroom and leadership experience across multiple grade levels, from 1st through 5th grade. Before coming back to The Rock School as a 5th grade teacher, she most recently served as a Math and Science Instructional Coach and RTI Coordinator in Texas, where she supported Kindergarten through 5th grade teachers in planning, data analysis, and student-centered instruction.

 

Jolyn holds a Master’s in Educational Leadership and a Bachelor’s in Elementary Education from Saint Leo University. Her leadership background includes mentoring teachers, coordinating summer school programs, and serving as a campus leader in instructional design and intervention strategy.

 

With a deep love for students, a strong instructional background, and a heart rooted in Christian education, she is eager to serve TRS families and support our Lower School teachers in this new role.

Lacy Basford has joined TRS as our new Academic Advisor, bringing a rich background in both education and nonprofit leadership. She holds a Master of Arts in Education from the University of Florida and has years of classroom experience, including roles as a reading intervention teacher and elementary school teacher at PK Yonge. She also served as an adjunct professor at UF, helping guide undergraduate students in their own educational journeys.

 

Most recently, Lacy served as Executive Director of Foster Florida, where she led strategic planning, staff development, and community engagement efforts across the state. She’s also an experienced speaker, mentor, and trainer, with a long history of encouraging students and families alike.

 

Lacy is excited to walk alongside our Upper School families, helping students prepare for college, career, and life beyond IB.

God continues to bless The Rock School with growth, and we’re welcoming new teachers in nearly every area this year (except the Diploma Program). We can’t wait for you to meet them at Meet the Teacher in just a couple of weeks!

 

We’ll also be welcoming lots of new families this year—and we’d love your help making them feel at home! If your student is entering grades 7–10 and is interested in being a TRS Ambassador, please have them apply using the link below. Ambassadors will be asked to attend Meet the Teacher and connect with new students throughout the year.

We’re so grateful for the continued growth and faithfulness we see at The Rock School. If you have any questions or want to know more about what’s ahead, don’t hesitate to reach out.

SUMMER ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please take a moment to review our updated Uniform Policies. Our hope is that both students and parents will approach the policy with a heart to honor its purpose—not just the wording—by upholding the spirit behind our uniform guidelines.

 

Any parents interested in having a daughter play on one of the middle and high school volleyball teams should attend.

 

We know many of you are eager to get started on school supplies! The official Student Supply List will be included in Summer Update #4, landing in your inbox on July 30. Our teachers use their preplanning week to collaborate and streamline the list, so you’ll have one clear, consolidated document—no guesswork needed!

 

👩🏻‍🏫 Meet the Teacher

 

 

⚽️ Fall Sports Tryouts  |  Aug 11-12

Students in grades 5-12 are invited to tryout for TRS fall sports teams on August 11-12 after school. A completed participation packet, including a new annual physical, must be submitted prior to trying out.  Find the form at therock.school/sports.