Trinity Weekly

Volume 4, Issue 9

September 27, 2020

Effective Monday, October 5, students will be required to wear plain colored socks with their school or gym uniforms. No designs of any type may be prominent on the socks (single logos such as the Nike or Adidas are exceptions). While there is no color specification, green, red, tan, brown, or white are preferred, as they most closely match the rest of the school uniform. The option for girls to wear tights is still part of the dress code, but those tights should also be plain in color.  

Students will not have classes and should not report to school on Wednesday, September 30, to allow teachers a professional development day with the Diocese of Harrisburg.

Trinity will need a long-term substitute for the Family and Consumer Science classes beginning on or about December 7, 2020. Those who may be interested may contact Ms. Poplaski for more details. All applicants must complete all the required Diocesan clearances for employment.

While we cannot do the usual activities this fall, students and staff are working hard to plan safe and fun activities. We will still have a Field Day, and we need 20 two-liter bottles. We appreciate any empty bottles that can be contributed.

Halloween will also be celebrated. The day will include costumes (if desired), trunk 'n treat among ourselves, and a Trinity version of the Masked Singer. We are trying to make this year fun as well as safe and academic. At this point, we do not anticipate being able to hold a fall Homecoming, and we will not have Paint Wars on Trinity property this year. Thank you for all your help and support!

Lily Jordan was a Camp Hill student and THON participant. She was diagnosed with osteosarcoma five years ago at the age 13. She lost her leg to cancer but still remained a bright and positive person. She contributed more than just money and support to her THON. She sold ribbons, spoke at events, and even made bracelets to sell for THON, while she receiving hospital treatment herself. Her example is a reason why Trinity holds THON. Trinity would like to honor Lily with a contribution to Camp Hill's THON, and we will hold a dress down day for $1 (greater contributions are welcome) on Tuesday, September 29.

Tryouts for the Trinity Dance Team will be held on Tuesday, September 29, at 3:00 p.m. Please meet at the back door of the cafeteria. For more information, please contact Mrs. Karen Tribeck.

October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In the lead-up to this national event, the mentor leaders have put together a short activity to bring some awareness to our students about domestic violence and how it can first be seen in teen dating. There will be an introduction of the topic, a short video, and then discussion on the signs of domestic violence, with particular regard to teen dating. Students will receive the names and numbers of resources, including our own guidance department staff.  

We ask that you take a few minutes to view the video that will be used. While different houses and mentor groups may be using this during the next two weeks, the first groups to see it will be in Immaculata House.  We understand that this is a very sensitive issue and, therefore, we realize that you may not want your child to participate. No matter your child's House, if you do not wish for your child to participate in this activity, please contact Ms. Poplaski, Mrs. Stock, or Mrs. Nebel by no later than 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 29. 

  

A Low Mass in the Extraordinary Form will be offered in the Trinity High School chapel at 2:45 p.m. on Tuesday, October 6. Mr. Dracoules will be server.

We are planning on live streaming our Varsity Football and Soccer (Boys and Girls) soccer games on Facebook, and Volleyball on YouTube to allow fans to follow our teams' progress. Matches will be streamed on Trinity's main Facebook page, as well as on the Shamrock Athletics Facebook page. If there is a time conflict, we will stream one match on each page. Thanks for your flexibility!

Monday, September 28 - regular schedule

Tuesday, September 29 - regular schedule

Wednesday, September 30 - no school for students

Thursday, October 1 - special schedule for PSAT pre-administration (follow a Mass schedule)

Friday, October 2 - regular schedule

Trinity High School is joining some of our parishes to collect used warm winter clothing for men and women recently released from prison. Gently used, adult-sized coats, hats, gloves, scarves, and other warm clothing will be gratefully accepted. Men's clothing will go to Keystone Corrections in West Hanover Township, and women's clothing will go to Evergreen House, Catholic Charities Recovery Ministry, in Harrisburg. Students may drop off donations in the the marked boxes that will be located on the first and second floor hallways beginning on Thursday, October 1 through November 13. Thanks for helping us to provide a basic need for these men and women! Questions? Please contact Mrs. Fejfar.

If so, you can donate 100% of your state income tax liability to Trinity High School through the SPE (Special Purpose Entity) arm of the EITC (Educational Improvement Tax Credit) program. These donations benefit Trinity's Tuition Assistance efforts.

An example of how it works: If your state income tax liability is $4,000, you can donate up to $4,000, but no more (do not overcommit; if you do, the entire donation will be void). You will receive a 90% credit ($3,600) in the form of a check from the state in the following year. In addition, you’ll be able to deduct the remaining 10% ($400) on your federal income tax return.

To redirect your state income tax liability, complete the Joinder Agreement and return it to Trinity High School at the attention of the Advancement Office. It’s that easy!

Find more information about the program here. If you have any questions about the program, feel free to contact Mrs. Monique Abbas at (717) 761-1116. Help a Trinity student today!

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Remote learners must click into the Zoom meeting for their class approximately a minute before the class is scheduled to begin. This gives time for the actual connection and for the teacher to admit you to the class. Students who are not admitted by the teacher after five minutes should message Mrs. Kenski in the Main Office or Mrs. Lafferty in attendance. If your internet is out, you can call the Main Office at (717) 761-1116 to let the school know.

To remain in the class, you must be appropriately dressed and sitting up at a desk or table, and your camera needs to be on at all times so that the teacher can see your entire face, neck, and shoulders.

A reminder that the Diocesan portion of the safety plan includes a mandatory quarantine of 14 calendar days for students who have visited certain states with high rates of infection.

Students interested in joining Key Club should complete and return this form with dues. Our first meeting will be on October 14. Forms and dues may be returned to Mrs. Stager in room 210 or through the Main Office. Please place your form and dues in an envelope.

Save money on your tuition by purchasing gift cards to local grocery stores and other vendors from Trinity High School. In order to make a gift card purchase in person, please contact Mrs. Terri Kenski at 717-761-1116 x101 to verify we have the cards you want in our inventory and so that your order may be pulled and ready for you to pick up. Upon arrival at the school, please come to the front door, enter the security vestibule, and ring the doorbell to your right. Your gift cards will be brought to the window and payment will be accepted there. You may also send orders and payment in with your student. Have them stop by the main office any time.

If you are unfamiliar with the program, an overview and registration form may be found here. The registration form only needs to be completed once. All families making their first purchase of more than $250 will earn an automatic $25 tuition credit. Please contact Mrs. Kenski with any questions. Thank you for your continued support of Trinity High School.

Please see Trinity High School's Facebook page and the Shamrock Athletics Facebook page for our livestreamed athletic events.

Congratulations to the following students who received the sacrament of Confirmation at Saint Theresa Parish! May God bless them in a special way as they continue to grow in their faith.

Lucas Britten '24 (De La Salle House)

Alex Bross '24 (Seton House)

Ryan Buda '24 (Immaculata House)

Timothy Cloak '24 (Immaculata House)

Elizabeth Davis '24 (De La Salle House)

Matthew Galinac '24 (Seton House)

Alivia Holjes '24 (Seton House)

Josephine Hudak '24 (Immaculata House)

Abigail McMullin '24 (Loyola House)

Jessica Minnick '24 (Immaculata House)

Samuel Mitrzyk '24 (Loyola House)

Collin Morrow '24 (Loyola House)

Grace Murray '24 (Seton House)

Brady Needham '24 (Loyola House)

Leah Rosenberg '24 (Seton House)

Ava Scholz '24 (De La Salle House)

Abigail Shull '24 (Seton House)

Grace Smalanskas '24 (Immaculata House)

Nicholas Smithbower '24 (Loyola House)

Christina Snerr '24 (De La Salle House)

Simon Wehr '24 (Loyola House)

Paige Wilson '24 (De La Salle House)

Melissa Zack '24 (Immaculata House)

October 14 is Trinity's Testing Day. Freshmen will take the PSAT 8/9. Sophomores and juniors will take the PSAT. The PSAT is also the qualifying test for the juniors to participate in the National Merit Scholarship Program. Trinity will also conduct a pre-administration session on October 1 to complete demographic information on the answer sheets. Please do not schedule appointments for your son or daughter on these dates, as it is important that students are present for the test. With the exception of students who are testing with accommodations, students will be dismissed at 11:45 a.m. on October 14. Please direct questions and/or concerns to Mrs. Stock.

Thanks to all the senior parents who joined our College and Financial Aid Information Night. Anyone who was unable to join or who wants to reference the session can do so by accessing the video posted to the Rediker "College and Career" group page.

The first half of the video is Miss Campbell explaining the application process, and the second half is a presentation given by a financial aid expert who explains scholarships, loans, filling out the FAFSA, and much more. Great information!

Jesus said to the chief priests and elders of the people: "What is your opinion? A man had two sons. He came to the first and said, 'Son, go out and work in the vineyard today.' He said in reply, 'I will not,' but afterwards changed his mind and went. The man came to the other son and gave the same order. He said in reply, 'Yes, sir, 'but did not go. Which of the two did his father's will?" They answered, "The first." Jesus said to them, "Amen, I say to you, tax collectors and prostitutes are entering the kingdom of God before you. When John came to you in the way of righteousness, you did not believe him; but tax collectors and prostitutes did. Yet even when you saw that, you did not later change your minds and believe him."--Matthew 21:28-32

Click to read more of Sunday's readings.

Action. The parable in today's Gospel is about action. A relationship with Jesus Christ is a call to action. We cannot say that we have faith in or a relationship with Jesus and not do God’s will. Each day, we are called to put our faith and love into action. Changing the world begins with one small action each day. So today let us consider what God is calling us to do to show our love for him.

O my God! I offer Thee all my actions of this day for the intentions and for the glory of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. I desire to sanctify every beat of my heart, my every thought, my simplest works, by uniting them to Its infinite merits; and I wish to make reparation for my sins by casting them into the furnace of Its Merciful Love.

O my God! I ask Thee for myself and for those whom I hold dear, the grace to fulfill perfectly Thy Holy Will, to accept for love of Thee the joys and sorrows of this passing life, so that we may one day be united together in Heaven for all Eternity. Amen.

Source: Saint Thérèse of Lisieux

The Diocese of Harrisburg and associated entities are required to publicize this notice of the court-approved claims process for, among other things, the submission of claims by survivors of abuse.

These attachments have more information: Sexual Abuse Claims Notice and Claims Bar Date.

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