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Trinity Weekly
Volume 6, Issue 7
September 17, 2022
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Trinity News & Information | |
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Absences
If a student is sick and needs to stay home, parents should call the school by 9:00 a.m. at (717) 909-3706. Parents must also follow-up within three days of the student's return to school with a written note regarding the absence. There is a limit to the number of notes a parent may write for absences. After that, a doctor's note is required. Please see the Attendance section of the Student/Parent Handbook, beginning on page 19, for details.
Chaperones Needed
Chaperones are needed for Trinity's Homecoming Dance on Saturday, September 24. All volunteers must have their clearances. Please contact Mrs. Trish Bolster, Vice Principal and Director of Activities, to volunteer for part for all of the evening.
Homecoming 2022
The Homecoming Dance on will be held on Saturday, September 24!
Dress: Semi-formal wear is suggested, with casual dress optional. Girls' dress length/style must be appropriate per school dress code; there must be no bare midriffs, meaning the midriff must be completely covered even when moving/dancing. Suggested attire for boys is a button-up shirt with khakis or dress slacks, tie and jacket optional.
Trinity High School welcomes the opportunity to uphold the important tradition of offering a Homecoming Dance for the students; however, students need to abide by all school rules, and this includes dress. If students do not dress appropriately for the Homecoming Dance, we will not offer a winter semi-formal dance.
The Dance is from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. at Trinity. Students must arrive by 7:30 p.m., and stay until at least 9:30 p.m. Guests from other schools must have a form signed from their school, which is available when tickets are purchased. Students will be selected at random to take breathalyzer tests.
*Each student will receive one ticket for a milkshake from the Milk N More Food Truck. In addition, snacks and drinks will be available throughout the evening. However, dinner will not be served; please have your child eat before the dance.
Any parents willing to chaperone all or part of the evening should please contact Mrs. Trish Bolster, Vice Principal and Director of Activities.
CFA Testing
Candidate Fitness Assessment (CFA) testing for any student who needs it will be Friday, September 23, after school. Please email Miss Stuart to provide Service Academy information.
Dance Team
The Trinity Dance Team will hold tryouts on Tuesday, September 27, from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. in the gym. The team performs throughout the year at half time of the basketball games, pep rallies, and mini-THON. For more information, please contact Mrs. Karen Tribeck at (717) 580-0030.
Social Work Referrals
Ms. Jamie VanMeter is Trinity's Social Worker, and she assists students and families in identifying and overcoming barriers to student success, such as mental health support, connection to
community resources, and/or basic needs fulfillment. She often partners with the Counseling Department, Academic Support Team, Dean of Students, and students and families in achieving
this goal. This brochure more formally describes her role, and and this document clarifies how her role differs from our school counselors. Referrals (including self-referrals) can be made using this form. (A link to this form can always be found at the bottom of this section in Trinity Weekly.)
Ms. VanMeter also manages a Community Resources website that provides links to various resources and supports within our community.
Yearbooks
Yearbooks may now be pre-ordered from Jostens. Order now to get the lowest price of the year! Orders can also be placed using a paper form.
Yearbook--Senior Ads
Parents of seniors, do you want to purchase an ad recognizing your student? You can now pay for those online as well. Photo and message for your ad should be emailed to Ms. Emily Babusci. Paper forms can also be submitted. Please contact Ms. Babusci at ebabusci@thsrocks.us with any questions.
On-Campus Counseling
Trinity is excited to offer free, outpatient mental health treatment for our students this school year. We recognize the importance of good mental health to student success and have collaborated with Catholic Charities Counseling Services to overcome the mental health treatment shortage within our community. Services will be provided by a licensed practitioner on site, during the school day, on an as-needed basis. Spaces are limited and require parent permission. If your student is struggling with an unaddressed mental health need, please contact Ms. Jamie VanMeter, School Social Worker, at (717) 761-1116, ext. 162 for more information.
From the Guidance Department
Any family who qualifies for MA, SNAP, etc., also qualifies for cell phone and internet assistance. See more information here.
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. You can play an important role in preventing suicide. Knowing the warning signs and how to ask the question can help save lives. Learn more here. See also, this important infographic on Firearms Safety and suicide.
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Congratulations to Brendan Facius '24, who built a ceremonial fire pit for the Kimberly Ann Fahnestock-Voelz Memorial VFW Post 7530 for his Eagle Scout recognition. This fire pit will be used formally to retire the flags of our nation. This project involved Brendan's own vision and planning, but it would not have been made possible without the help of his family, Trinity High School students, and the Scouts of Troop 195. Way to go, Brendan! | |
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Saturday, September 17: Central PA Crab, Beer, & Wine Fest
Join us for the 6th Annual Central PA Crab, Beer, & Wine Festival on Saturday, September 17, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.!
We look forward to a great evening of all-you-care-to-taste Harbour House crabs, Redd's barbecue chicken, artisan beer and wine, live music by the Jewett Brothers Band, and more! Purchase your tickets here.
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Sunday, September 18: Chicken BBQ Fundraiser
The Trinity High School Marching Band is hosting a Chicken BBQ Fundraiser on Sunday, September 18, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This will feature a drive-thru pick-up from the Simpson Ferry Road entrance of Trinity. The cost is $12 per dinner, and the dinners will include: half of a BBQ chicken, baked potato, apple sauce, and a dinner roll with butter. Tickets can be purchased ahead of time by contacting Dana Facius at (717) 856-2939--or just walk in! Proceeds of this fundraiser will benefit the Trinity High School Marching Band.
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Tuesday, September 20: Mass, 2:45 p.m.
Join us for Mass sponsored by Loyola House for the memorial intention of Larry Hill, father of Jordan Hill.
Wednesday, September 21: No School, Diocesan Education Conference
Students do not have school. Teachers have a day of professional development with the Diocesan Education Conference.
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Friday, September 23: Homecoming Game and Alumni Tent
All alumni and their families are invited to join us for our Homecoming festivities on Friday, September 23. Join us from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the alumni tent prior to the game. Grab a bite to eat and mingle with other alumni and their families. All alumni in attendance and their immediate family will receive free game tickets. Come to the game against the Boiling Springs Bubblers, see our brand new turf field, and cheer on the Shamrocks! RSVP here.
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Saturday, September 24: Homecoming Dance, 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. | |
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Sunday, September 25, 13th Annual Harry DeFrank Golf Classic
Keep alive the memory of Coach DeFrank at the 13th Annual Harry DeFrank Golf Classic event and support Trinity Girls Basketball! Join us for an 8:00 a.m. shotgun start on September 25, at the Armitage Golf Club, in Mechanicsburg.
The format is a four-person scramble, and the cost is $100 a person or $400 for a foursome. Eighteen holes of golf, a cart, a prime rib lunch and beverages, and numerous skill contests are included in the cost.
The Girls Basketball team will be there to cheer you on! Proceeds benefit the Trinity Girls Basketball Program, tuition assistance, and the Athletic Department. Register for the event with this form. Go Rocks!
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Shamrock Scoreboard
September 12 to 16
Boys Cross County (3-0)
September 13: Trinity 17, Camp Hill 45
September 13: Trinity 21, Milton Hershey 36
Girls Cross Country (2-1)
September 13: Trinity 15, Camp Hill 50
September 13: Trinity 29, Milton Hershey 26
Football (1-3)
September 10: Wyomissing 35, Trinity 14
September 16: West Perry 40, Trinity 14
Golf (3-5-1)
September 13: Team Results at Sunset Golf course, where the Trinity team went 2-4
BS = 320
Middletown = 329
Camp Hill = 342
EP = 348
East = 366
ST = Forfeit (3 players)
Individual Results at Sunset Golf course--
Dylan Renne = 94
Ivan LaForme = 91
Victor Green = 89
Jacob Varner = 83
Addy Hoover = 108
Boys Soccer (2-3)
September 13: Middletown 2, Trinity 0
September 15: Camp Hill 1, Trinity 0
Girls Soccer: 5-0
September 13: Trinity 3, Middletown 2
September 15: Trinity 2, Camp Hill 1
Tennis: 7-1
September 14: Trinity 4, East Penn 1
September 15: Trinity 5, Middletown 0
September 16: Trinity 5, James Buchanan 0
Volleyball: 5-0
September 13: Trinity 3, CD East 0
September 15: Trinity 3, Milton Hershey 0
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It's Great to be a Trinity Shamrock! | |
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Gospel for Sunday, September 18, 2022--25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Jesus said to his disciples, "A rich man had a steward who was reported to him for squandering his property. He summoned him and said, 'What is this I hear about you? Prepare a full account of your stewardship, because you can no longer be my steward.' The steward said to himself, 'What shall I do, now that my master is taking the position of steward away from me? I am not strong enough to dig and I am ashamed to beg. I know what I shall do so that, when I am removed from the stewardship, they may welcome me into their homes.' He called in his master's debtors one by one. To the first he said, 'How much do you owe my master?' He replied, 'One hundred measures of olive oil.' He said to him, 'Here is your promissory note. Sit down and quickly write one for fifty.'
Then to another the steward said, 'And you, how much do you owe?' He replied, 'One hundred kors of wheat.' The steward said to him, 'Here is your promissory note; write one for eighty.' And the master commended that dishonest steward for acting prudently. "For the children of this world are more prudent in dealing with their own generation than are the children of light.
I tell you, make friends for yourselves with dishonest wealth, so that when it fails, you will be welcomed into eternal dwellings. The person who is trustworthy in very small matters is also trustworthy in great ones; and the person who is dishonest in very small matters is also dishonest in great ones. If, therefore, you are not trustworthy with dishonest wealth, who will trust you with true wealth? If you are not trustworthy with what belongs to another, who will give you what is yours? No servant can serve two masters. He will either hate one and love the other, or be devoted to one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and mammon."
--Luke 16:1-13
See this See this Sunday’s readings here.
Reflection
Priorities. The Gospel today speaks about priorities. Ultimately, we need make our relationship with God our first priority. By doing so, all of our other priorities will be put in their proper place. St. Augustine said, "Our hearts are restless, until they rest in You." By making our relationship with God our priority, we can find peace and joy in this life. Let us pray this week for God to help us get our priorities straight.
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Virtue of the Week
This week our virtue theme is FOCUSED - The strength to have a concentrated awareness and effort. Being FOCUSED is so necessary for everything in life. We need to practice the virtue of FOCUS on this team, in school, in everything we do--fighting distraction every day!
Source: Sports Leader
Prayer for the Week
Lord God, every day you were here on Earth you were FOCUSED on Your task at hand. With Your example, You showed us how to be giving, sacrificial, loving, and obedient. We want to live like You. We want to live for You and for others. Help us to be FOCUSED on the most important things in life, loving, serving, and actively participating in a real team, daily.
Kairos
Thanks to all who assisted with the first Kairos retreat of the year! See a picture of the retreatants below.
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Job Opportunity
Saint Theresa School Little Saints Academy Extended Care Program is hiring one or more individuals to join our Kindergarten through 8th grade Before and After School Program. Hours are Monday to Friday, 7:00 to 8:00 a.m. and/or 3:00 to 5:30 p.m. Enjoy summers and school holidays off. Please reach out to Beth Lapore, Director, or at the school (717) 774-7464.
CAIU Media and Design Competition
Students are invited to participate in the CAIU's regional Media and Design competition. Middle school and high school students may submit projects in one of the six competition categories: 3D Design, Animation, Digital Movie, Logo & Graphic Design, Programming, and Web Page Design. See more information here.
Essay Contest
The Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, Inc., sponsors a National Irish History Contest for students in grades 6 through 12. The essay topic is: The Life and History of Bram Stoker and the Castle Dracula, Dublin, Ireland. Click for more information here, here, and here.
Girls Rugby
Girls Rugby is open to all local high school girls through the Girls Rugby Club this fall. Interested girls should contact Coach Jennifer Stratton to sign up or to learn more about girls club rugby. Students may also see Mr. Olivetti with questions.
Boys Rugby
Central PA Gold Boys Rugby Club is a local Rugby team for boys from all local high schools. New and experienced players are welcome. Practices are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 6:00 at CV High School. Contact Coach Dan Bingaman, or see Mr. Olivetti in Trinity High School room 201 for more information.
Golf Tournament
Saint Theresa School is holding its annual scholarship golf outing on Friday, September 30, at Valley Green Golf Course. The event includes a shotgun start at noon with meals provided. Proceeds support the school's scholarship fund and educational classroom tools. Registration and donations are welcome here.
Saint Theresa Parish Fall Fun Fest
All are welcome for a day of family fun on Saturday, October 1, from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. The event will be held both outside and inside at Saint Theresa School. Come and enjoy food trucks, a bake sale, milkshakes, bingo, children's games, a basket raffle, beer, and music. If you are interested in volunteering to help, sign up here. Hope to see you at the Saint Theresa Fall Fun Fest!
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