Nominations for the Trinity Excellence in Teaching Award
Each year at graduation, a member of the Trinity faculty is honored with an "Excellence in Teaching" Award. This teacher is selected from nominations made by students, parents, and faculty members. Nominees should be teachers who significantly contribute to the improvement of students' academic preparation, civic responsibility, career development, self-image, and/or spiritual life. In order to make a nomination, please complete
this form and submit it to
Mrs. Terri Kenski, Office Manager, by Friday, May 11.
All-Sports Mass
Join us on Friday, May 11, for the All-Sports Mass and Awards Ceremony in Trinity's Auditorium. Mass will begin at 6:00 p.m., with the Awards Ceremony to follow. All coaches, athletes, and families are encouraged to attend.
Athletic Association
Does your son or daughter participate in Trinity Athletics? Do you ever wonder what the Trinity Athletic Association does? Do you ever question why so many different sports have so many different fundraisers? Well, things are changing. If you answered yes to any of these questions, please join the Trinity Athletic Department and the Trinity Athletic Association (TAA) on Wednesday, May 9, at 7:00 p.m. in the cafeteria. John Cominsky, Principal, Larry Kostelac, Director of Athletic Advancement, and Gary Bricker, Athletic Director, will discuss changes in athletic funding for the 2018-2019 school year. The TAA Board will also be there to talk about what TAA does and share some information about next year. All parents of athletes are strongly encouraged to attend.
Kairos Registration for 2018-2019
Juniors and junior parents, Kairos registration for 2018-2019 is
now open online. Kairos is an overnight, four-day retreat for seniors based on the
Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius of Loyola. The retreat is often a highlight of many Trinity students' high school experiences, and we highly encourage everyone to attend! Please register by Tuesday, May 15.
Trinity Football
Trinity Football is now on Twitter. Coach Todd Ryan will be using Twitter to communicate with players and parents about the schedule of workouts and upcoming events involving the Rocks football family--
follow us
! Go Rocks!
Join the team during the weeks of May 7 and May 14, on Tuesday and Thursday, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. for Spring Football! The evenings will include lifting from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m., and time on the field from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. This is open to all incoming 9th through 12th graders.
This summer, Rocks Football is traveling west on June 23 to participate in the University of Pittsburgh 7 vs. 7 Passing Game Tournament. We will be taking quarterbacks, wide receivers, running backs, tight ends, linebackers, centers, and safeties. More information will follow as the date approaches. Let's have fun showing Western PA how we do it. Go Rocks!
Important upcoming football events can be found on
this form, and the registration paperwork for summer camp can be
found here. Contact
Coach Ryan with questions.
Academic Signing Day
Trinity will hold Academic Signing Day on May 1 at 8:15 a.m. during the morning assembly. Students who were awarded merit-based aid from the college they plan to attend and who provided Ms. Walsh the award letter will participate in the ceremony. All are welcome to join us!
Senior Final Examination Days
Seniors will take their final examinations according to the schedule listed below. It is imperative that all seniors sit for their exams at this time, as diplomas cannot be issued until exams are completed and graded by the faculty. Students are expected to be in their full spring uniform all three exam days. Students who have a first examination on any day are expected to be in homeroom on time. Some students may be exempt from some examinations. If so, they do not need to be in the building during that examination time. Please note, seniors will have graduation practice following the second exams on Monday and Tuesday. If they are exempt from all exams, or from second exams on either Monday or Tuesday, they are still expected to be at school on time and in uniform for graduation practices.
Friday, May 18--
English & Math
Monday, May 21--
Religion & Science
Tuesday, May 22--
Social Studies (including Psychology) & Foreign Languages
Senior Awards Assembly
Parents and grandparents are invited to attend the Senior Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, May 23, at 9:00 a.m. in the auditorium. Representatives of the various military branches, veterans' groups, foundations, and other organizations will be presenting scholarships and awards to various members of our senior class. Several school awards will also be presented.
Underclassmen Final Examinations
Final examinations for freshmen, sophomores, and juniors will take place according to the schedule listed below. Students are expected to be present for all their examinations--no student will be permitted to take examinations early due to planned trips. In cases of absence, make-ups will be held on Monday, June 4. All students are required to be in their full spring uniform on all examination days. Students who do not take a foreign language do not need to remain in the building after their social studies exam on Thursday, May 31. Any student waiting for a ride should do so in the cafeteria.
Tuesday, May 29--
English & Math
Wednesday, May 30--
Religion & Science
Thursday, May 31--
Social Studies & Foreign Languages
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New Tennis Backboard
The Trinity tennis program is grateful to Jim and Michelle Carson for their generous donation toward a tennis backboard for our courts. The boys tennis team also thanks all who purchased umbrellas or blankets from their fundraising effort, the proceeds of which also helped the backboard become a reality.
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Mini-THON & the Senators
Help fight childhood cancer and enjoy a Harrisburg Senators game! The Senators are celebrating mini-THON night on Saturday, April 28, with local high schools and The Four Diamonds Fund. Tickets are $11 each, and $5 from each ticket benefits The Four Diamonds Fund and Trinity's Mini-THON. See
the flyer
for information or
website to order tickets; contact Mrs. Stager or any THON committee member with questions. Thanks for your support!
Food for Fines
Trinity's Mary C. Buckley Library is collecting the following items to support the mission trip to Jamaica. If you owe a fine or printing debt, you can bring one of these items to the library to have your debt forgiven: peanut butter, pancake mix, syrup, cake mix, tuna, popcorn, cup noodles (the kind where users add hot water), instant pudding, or jelly in PLASTIC containers. If you bring in one of the items listed, you can help others and satisfy your debts at the same time!
Trinity STEM Summit
On Tuesday, May 8, grades 9 and 10 will participate in Junior Achievement’s STEM Summit, intended to inspire students in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math. The day-long program will feature hands-on competitions, experiments, and engineering challenges. Students will also listen to career panelists with some unique jobs talk about their daily work and their education/training. Volunteers are needed to conduct the STEM Summit--contact
Allison Kierce at 717-843- 8028 to join us!
Birding Club
Now that spring has arrived, join Trinity's Birding and Conservation Club for a variety of activities.
See what's planned here.
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Coffeehouse Cabaret
Listen to Trinity music students perform showtunes on Friday, May 11, at 8:00 p.m. in Trinity's cafeteria. The cost is $3; funds will support our talented music students!
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Shop with SCRIP and lower your tuition bill!
Trinity's SCRIP program exists to save you money while helping give a little bit back to the school. Stop by the Main Office to get any number of cards immediately!
Contact
Terri Kenski
or
Karen Orbach
with questions.
Fill out our
Scrip Scholarship Agreement
to join the program at any time.
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Trinity Job Opportunities
Trinity is seeking applicants for the following positions For more information,
see our website.
- Full-time Finance Assistant
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Senior Tommy Kirchhoff has been chosen as one of Central Penn Parent's Twenty under 20! Tommy is recognized for his commitment to excellence, service, and leadership in the Central Pennsylvania community. Tommy will attend a reception this summer in recognition of his achievements, and he will be profiled in a late-summer edition of the magazine. Congratulations, Tommy, on this wonderful recognition!
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Congratulations to
seniors Thomas Gamble and
Madelyn Montefour, who have been awarded the Ray Tyo St. Ferdinand Scholarship. This scholarship goes to students planning to attend a Catholic college or university. Thomas plans to attend Mount Saint Mary's University, while Madelyn will go to Saint Vincent College.
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Congratulations to
sophomore Amanda Smith,
who broke the single-season Trinity softball record for strikeouts on Tuesday, April 24, in a 12-0 win over Camp Hill. Amanda struck out 11, giving her 144 on the season. She has thrown all 74 innings for the Shamrocks this season, going 6-5, with 19 walks and a 2.65 ERA. Well done, Amanda!
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Juniors Meg Sobotta, Eileen Spila,
and
Emily Ward recently attend a "Girls in Engineering" Conference in Boston with Mrs. Stager. The conference, which was sponsored by Nitsch Engineering and Northeastern University Chapter of Engineers Without Borders, focused on water quality and the ways engineers work with communities around the world to meet basic human needs. The keynote speaker was Daniele Lantagne, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Tufts University, who spoke about her career in engineering and her work with water treatment programs in more than 40 countries across Africa, Asia, and Central and South America. Throughout the day, participants also took part in a Q&A session, which included female engineers from Nitsch Engineering, General Electric, Tetra Tech, MIT, and Northeastern University. Our Trinity students won first place in the Mapping for Water Resources Competition! They also visited other famous Boston sites during the weekend, including the Science Museum, Freedom Trail, and Harvard University. Meg, Eileen, and Emily are pictured with Judith Nitsch, Principal Founding Partner and Member Board of Directors of Nitsch Engineering.
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From School and College Counseling
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Military Academy Events
Congressman Lou Barletta’s Service Academy Information Fairs will be held on Wednesday, May 2, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Bishop McDevitt High School (RSVP for this event by calling 717-525-7002 or by emailing Jodi.marsico@mail.house.gov) and Thursday, May 3, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Hazleton Area High School.
Summer Enrichment Opportunities
Remember to
check our website for dozens of summer enrichment opportunities at colleges and universities nationwide.
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See the various
current service opportunities
for ways you can share your time and talents by helping Church, school, and community. Please email
Mrs. Fejfar
if you have any service events that meet Trinity service guidelines that you would like included.
Seniors: Twenty service hours must be submitted by May 3. This is a graduation requirement.
Underclassmen: Twenty service hours must be submitted by May 18. This is a Trinity grade-promotion requirement.
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"Seek the Light, Be the Light"
Spiritual Reflections
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By Scott Root, Campus Minister
The Gospel for Sunday, April 29, 2018--5th Sunday of Easter
Jesus said to his disciples: "I am the true vine, and my Father is the vine grower. He takes away every branch in me that does not bear fruit, and every one that does he prunes so that it bears more fruit. You are already pruned because of the word that I spoke to you. Remain in me, as I remain in you. Just as a branch cannot bear fruit on its own unless it remains on the vine, so neither can you unless you remain in me. I am the vine, you are the branches. Whoever remains in me and I in him will bear much fruit, because without me you can do nothing. Anyone who does not remain in me will be thrown out like a branch and wither; people will gather them and throw them into a fire and they will be burned. If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask for whatever you want and it will be done for you. By this is my Father glorified, that you bear much fruit and become my disciples."--John 15:1-8
Reflection
How often do we try to do things without God? We face trials and tribulations in our lives and never take a moment to pray about them. In this week’s Gospel, Jesus is reminding us that, without Him we can do nothing. If we allow Jesus into our everyday lives through prayer and the reception of the Sacraments, we will bear fruit. We will be able to face challenges with hope instead of fear and despair. During this week, let us make a conscious effort to let God in by praying a short prayer when we get up, such as, “help me do Your will today,” and when we go to sleep, such as, “thank you for being with me today.” May these prayers open our hearts and minds to see Jesus' presence in every circumstance of our day and allow us to always seek His will for our lives.
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Saint of the Week--Saint Catherine of Siena, April 29
Saint Catherine of Siena was a Third Order Dominican known for her contemplation and prayer—as well as her involvement in Church and civil affairs. During the time when there were two and even three people claiming to be pope at once, Saint Catherine sided with Pope Urban VI. She was named a Doctor of the Church in 1970.
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Prayer for the Week
Heavenly Father, Thank You for the gift of this day. Help me to do Your will today, in all that I say, and do. Use me as Your presence in our world. Help me to bring Your love and peace to all I meet today. We ask this through Christ, our Lord. Amen.
Mass At Trinity
Our weekly Liturgy will be held at 7:15 a.m. in the Trinity chapel on Wednesday, May 2. The intention is for Catherine Malesic, the mother of Mrs. Evans. The baseball and softball teams are sponsoring the Mass. All are invited to attend!
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Prayer Intentions
Do you have an intention that needs prayers? Email
Scott Root, and your intention will be remembered at our weekly Mass.
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Free Heart Screenings--The Peyton Walker Foundation
"Every 3 Days, a Student Dies of Sudden Cardiac Arrest! Let The Beat Go On--Get Your Heart Checked!" The Peyton Walker Foundation and UPMC Pinnacle are sponsoring free heart screenings for teens aged 12-19, who are not under the care of a cardiologist, at Central Dauphin East on April 28 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Peyton Walker Foundation was established in honor of Peyton Walker '12, who passed away unexpectedly from sudden cardiac arrest at the age of 19. Pre-registration is required. Find
more information here or visit
their website.
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Diocese Night at the Harrisburg Senators
Join the Harrisburg Senators and families from the Harrisburg Senators on Saturday, May 26, at 6:00 p.m. for Diocese Night!
See more information here; order tickets by May 16.
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