Trinity Weekly
Volume 3, Issue 13
November 1, 2019
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Trinity News & Information
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There’s Still Time to Redirect Your State Taxes to Benefit Trinity
The deadline of
November 15, 2019 is quickly approaching for new donations to the EITC SPE Program. Do you pay more than $3,500 in state taxes a year? If so, you can donate the majority of your state tax liability to Trinity High School through the SPE (Special Purpose Entity) arm of EITC (Educational Improvement Tax Credit). Email
Mrs. Monique Abbas or call 761-1116 x131 for more information!
Parent-Teacher Conferences
On Thursday, November 7, Trinity will hold Parent-Teacher Conferences. Conferences lasting 10 minutes each will take place between 3:30 and 5:30 p.m., and then from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Parents who are concerned about their child's progress are encouraged to set up an appointment through
Mrs. Terri Kenski in the Main Office at 717-761-1116 by November 5.
Poinsettia and Wreath Sale
The Trinity Athletic Association is selling
poinsettias and
wreaths in time for your Christmas decorating! You may submit orders through November 22 and pick up items in Trinity's front lobby on Tuesday, November 26, between 4:00 and 6:00 p.m.
Cheerleading
There will be a meeting and short practice on Wednesday, November 13, from 3:15 to 4:30 p.m. for any girls interested in cheering for the upcoming boys basketball season. Please contact
Coach Geisel with any questions.
Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership
On November 1, sophomores heard a brief presentation by
Alyssa Matzoni '20 (Immaculata House), who was Trinity High School's Ambassador for the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY) Leadership Seminar last spring. Sophomores interested in applying to the 2020 HOBY Seminar, to be held on May 14 through 17, 2020, should return applications to
Ms. Annette Wilson no later than Tuesday, November 12. Late applications will not be accepted.
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Trinity African American Mentoring Program--Female Mentors Needed
Trinity High School is expanding the African American mentoring program to include young women during the second semester. We are looking for professional African American women in the community to serve as informal mentors monthly over lunches at Trinity. Mentors would need to complete all Diocesan clearances by January. If you are interested, please contact
Ms. Annette Wilson at (717) 761-4374.
Winter Uniforms
Winter uniforms will go into effect for all students on Monday, November 4. The winter uniform for boys includes an Oxford shirt, sweater, sweater vest, quarter-zip pullover, or green cardigan with a tie; no polo shirts may be worn; and uniform walking shorts/slacks. The winter uniform for girls includes: Oxford shirt, sweater, sweater vest, quarter-zip pullover, or green cardigan; no polo shirts; and uniform walking shorts/slacks/skirt.
Guiding the College-Bound Athlete
Students in grades 8 through 12 who are interested in playing collegiate athletics are encouraged to attend a seminar called "Guiding the College-Bound Athlete" on November 13 at 7:30 p.m. in the cafeteria. Parents should also attend. Learn how to get recruited, how to become academically eligible, how to get a scholarship or grant, and how to set up college visits.
Scholastic Writing Awards
Each year, Trinity High School has a number of students earn recognition in the Scholastic Writing Awards. Since 1923, the Scholastic Writing Awards have provided scholarships to students and the chance to have their work published in grades 7–12 in 11 writing categories. Entries for this year's contest are due by December 17--this is earlier than previous years. Information on categories, complete rules, and entry instructions can be
found here. Students may obtain additional information and entry signatures from their English teachers.
Chaperones Needed
Trinity needs chaperones for the monthly junior retreats, usually held on the last Tuesday of the month. All chaperones are required to have their Diocesan Youth Clearances. Chaperones meet the students in the Trinity Chapel at 9:00 a.m., drive the students to the worksite, stay with them for the day, and return by 1:30 p.m. If you are able to assist, please contact
Mr. Scott Root.
Driver's Education
Trinity is holding the classroom portion of Driver's Education training beginning in January 2020. This does not include behind-the-wheel training. Students may be in any grade and do not need to have a driver's permit to enroll. The course is limited to the first 50 students to register; submit the
registration form by December 20. Please note the dates and times on the registration form; absences are limited. Contact
Ms. Jeannette Elias with questions.
Lacrosse Apparel
Christmas Gift Idea--Trinity Apparel
Explore China 2020
Learn about traveling to China next summer on November 13, at 6:00 p.m. in room 114. This informational meeting will include pictures from previous trips, detailed information, and a question and answer period. This meeting is for parents, students, and alumni. For details, see the
itinerary and
description for the trip. Contact
Mr. Gotwols,
Ms. Albright, or
Mr. Fan with interest or questions. This trip is a private, non-school event.
Vo-Tech Open House
Staff from the Cumberland-Perry Area Vocational Technical School will be holding their annual Open House on Thursday, November 7, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Parents, families, and students are invited to drop by to visit any programs of interest, including arts and technology, construction and maintenance, health sciences, human services, advanced manufacturing, and transportation and logistics.
Yearbook
The 2020 Yearbook is now available for sale!
Order online or submit a
paper copy--order by November 30 for the lowest price! Parents of seniors, you may also place a
baby ad in the yearbook to celebrate your senior. Ad information and payment are due by November 30!
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November 5: Mass, 2:40 p.m.
Mass is sponsored by Loyola House, and the intention is for the health of Sterling Eckert, grandfather of the Cudahy family.
November 6: Honor Society Induction, 7:00 p.m.
November 7: Parent-Teacher Conferences
November 8: No School
November 17: Open House, 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
All new families interested in attending Trinity next year are welcome to tour Trinity, meet students and faculty, and register. All those who register at the Open House will be entered into a raffle to win a $1,000 tuition credit!
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Congratulations to
Olivia Maddux '21 (De La Salle House) and
James Ulsh '22 (De La Salle House), who represented Trinity in the PIAA State Championships for golf last week. To get to States, James and Olivia both navigated post-season play in the one-day Mid Penn Championships in Camp Hill, two days of the District 3 tournament in York, and one day of the Eastern Regionals in Reading, before competing in the two-day state tournament at Heritage Hills in York. It is the second appearance in the state tournament for both students.
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Congratulations to
Amanda Smith '20 (Immaculata House), who committed to play softball at Carnegie Mellon University. The Sentinel
interviewed her on her selection. Amanda is also Trinity's Rotary Student of the Month!
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Trinity Marching Band advanced four places at the Tournament of Bands Atlantic Coast Championships last weekend, finishing 14th out of 23 bands for the season. Congratulations to seniors
Zach Cirko (Immaculata House),
Megan Gouldy (Loyola House),
Cristina Marcellus (Seton House),
Sara Richards (De La Salle House), and
Andrew Root (Immaculata House). Further congratulations also to
Megan, who won a $3,000 scholarship, chosen from more than 400 senior marching band applicants. And good luck to
Sara, who will be performing in the Tournament of Bands All Star Band in Philadelphia on Thanksgiving morning!
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Several Trinity students were honored at the annual Servant Leadership Award Program sponsored by the Sisters of Saints Cyril and Methodius in Danville, Pennsylvania, last weekend. These students were honored because of their servant leadership in their parish, their school, and their community. Congratulations to seniors:
Abby Azizkhan (Seton House),
Erika Azizkhan (Seton House),
Tommy Chase (Immaculata House),
Connor Coyle (Seton House),
Katie Dominguez (Immaculata House),
Braylee Fetterolf (De La Salle House),
Maureen Pham (Seton House), and
Andrew Root (Immaculata House).
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Last week, our fitness center received a major upgrade thanks to the design and installation of a gorgeous 13-foot-tall wrap that covers the walls and bulkhead, complements of
Jay Wallace '86, owner of
J Wallace, LLC.
The mural features photography by the talented
Lisa Gleich Schlager '87, Dennis Small, and Camera Box Professional Photography Studio of each of our 20 sports, and also includes the Marching Band and the Dance Team. We are so grateful to J Wallace, LLC, for donating this beautiful piece to our facility and students!
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Gospel for Sunday, November 3, 2019--31st Sunday in Ordinary Time
At that time, Jesus came to Jericho and intended to pass through the town. Now a man there named Zacchaeus, who was a chief tax collector and also a wealthy man, was seeking to see who Jesus was; but he could not see him because of the crowd, for he was short in stature. So he ran ahead and climbed a sycamore tree in order to see Jesus, who was about to pass that way. When he reached the place, Jesus looked up and said, "Zacchaeus, come down quickly, for today I must stay at your house." And he came down quickly and received him with joy. When they all saw this, they began to grumble, saying, "He has gone to stay at the house of a sinner." But Zacchaeus stood there and said to the Lord, "Behold, half of my possessions, Lord, I shall give to the poor, and if I have extorted anything from anyone I shall repay it four times over." And Jesus said to him, "Today salvation has come to this house because this man too is a descendant of Abraham.
For the Son of Man has come to seek and to save what was lost."--Luke 19:1-10
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Reflection
Zacchaeus did not allow the obstacles present in his life to keep him from seeing Jesus. We, too, are called to remove the obstacles in our lives in order to see Jesus. These obstacles can include broken relationships, addictions, and a host of other problems. Instead of allowing these obstacles to divert us, we should seek ways to turn them into opportunities to see Jesus and experience God's grace. In sports, this is seen as having a competitive attitude. In the spiritual life, this requires humility and a prayerful disposition of the heart. We cannot do it alone, but with Christ, who strengthens us, all things are possible.
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Saint of the Week--Charles Borromeo
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Saint Charles Borromeo lived during the time of the Protestant Reformation and helped with the reform of the whole Church during the final years of the Council of Trent. He also reformed the Catholic life of his diocese. Charles Borromeo was a member of the Medici family, but unlike many of his relatives, he devoted his life to the Church. Many of the priests in our diocese, including our chaplain, Father Sahd, are graduates of St. Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia.
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Food Drive
The mission collection on Tuesday, November 5, is the kick-off for the annual Thanksgiving food drive to support the poor and needy in our local area; food collection will take place November 11 through 22.
Prayer for the Week--Serenity Prayer
God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference. Living one day at a time, enjoying one moment at a time; accepting hardship as a pathway to peace; taking, as Jesus did, this sinful world as it is, not as I would have it; trusting that You will make all things right if I surrender to Your will; so that I may be reasonably happy in this life and supremely happy with You forever in the next.
Amen.
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Drugs Presentation: Parents and Students
Students and parents will find helpful information at this presentation on drugs on Monday, November 4, 2019, at the Harrisburg Jewish Community Center on Front Street from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Register and see more information here.
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