At TSES Opportunities Abound!

The Art Department at Thompson’s Station creates an atmosphere for students to learn a variety of techniques using the mediums of crayons, markers, oil pastels, color sticks, paint, paper, clay, etc. Art history studies movements in art and the way artists have influenced and been influenced in the world around them. Technology has been used to help students search for information and comparing artworks. Students are expected to continually strive to improve their craftsmanship. Each child is encouraged to express himself or herself using elements of art and principles of design. Student art work is displayed through an exhibit at a Nashville, TN art museum and the WCS Spring Find Arts Festival.

The school counselors facilitate classroom guidance, conduct small groups, meet with individual students, and help to coordinate 504 meetings. Classroom guidance consists of lessons taught on topics based on character development and focus on one character word per month as well as life skills such as personal, social, emotional, and career development.

The Thompson’s Station Library Media Center strives to be an oasis for all students, faculty, and staff. At the heart of our school, the library aims to be a firm foundation for not only literacy, but all facets of lifelong learning. Through literature, technology, research, multiple types of media, and classroom collaboration, the library program infuses many forms of learning that directly correlate to that taking place throughout the building. By helping students find interesting and appropriate reading material, offering practice and support through Accelerated Reader, and acknowledging students as they reach their reading goals. The library endeavors to be a vibrant, popular, and thriving reading program. Visit the Media Center page to see more details on the library program, tools and resources.

Through singing, playing instruments and creative movement, the Thompson’s Station Elementary music program is focused on helping students explore their musical talents. We endeavor to help all students develop an appreciation for music of various styles and genres, improve listening skills, build confidence in performing, and prepare for the option of joining band or chorus in middle school. Students in grades K-3 will be showcased in a grade-level music performance once a year. Recorder and Ukulele lessons are a part of the fourth and fifth grade curriculum, and students in these grades also have the option to join the elementary school chorus for performance opportunities at school. We look forward to helping your child experience the joys of making music at Thompson's Station Elementary!

The mission of Thompson’s Station Elementary Physical Education Department is to develop healthy bodies, promote positive attitudes toward lifetime physical activity, practice sports skills, learn about physical fitness, and most importantly to have fun! Physical Education is an integral part of the total education process. It gives the students the opportunity to develop physically, mentally, and socially through the use of physical activity.

The Thompson’s Station Elementary Chorus has a mission to foster a love of singing and making music with friends! The TSES Chorus is a choral group open to students in 4th and 5th grades who enjoy singing to improve their individual singing skills, learn about singing in a group and singing harmony, and prepare for the possibility of auditioning for middle school choir. Registration for the chorus is in late August, however, students new to TSES may contact the director regarding interest in joining. Chorus practice begins in September and is held on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 7:30 am – 8:30 am. There are two main performances that take place in December and April. Chorus runs throughout the school year.

Sponsor: Leslie Varden

Cost: $0 to join and participate. There may be times there is an opportunity to purchase a Chorus T-Shirt. 

The Thompson’s Station Student Council is a group of selected 4th and 5th grade students who represent the school and exemplify good leadership. Students participate in school and community service projects and serve as representatives of Thompson’s Station at various programs and activities. Students are selected in early September by writing an essay including their qualifications and then being chosen by their teacher. This program runs throughout the school year. 

Sponsor: Nicole Thomas

Cost: $0