Trinity Weekly
Volume 3, Issue 21
January 10, 2020
Trinity News & Information
Quiz Bowl
The Trinity High School Quiz Bowl team participates in the Central Pennsylvania BrainBusters competition hosted by WGAL TV. The competition pairs more than 40 high schools against each other in a single-elimination tournament, crowning an eventual champion in the spring. Trinity received a bye in the first round. Our second-round match is against Lancaster Country Day School and will air on WGAL Channel 8 this Saturday morning, January 11, at 8:30 a.m. Tune in!

Midterm Examinations
  • Tuesday, January 14: English and Mathematics
  • Wednesday, January 15: Theology and Science
  • Thursday, January 16: Social Studies, Foreign Language, and Psychology
Should snow cause a cancellation on an exam day, Friday, January 17, will be the first snow make-up day, and Monday, January 20, will be the second. Students who are sick for any exam day(s) will be asked to make up their exams on Friday, January 17 and/or Monday, January 20.  

Students, see the Midterm Schedule here.

Freshmen and sophomores can use this document to guide their midterm preparations--all teachers have contributed advice for how and what to study.

Breakfast before Midterms
The cafeteria will sell breakfast and coffee on midterm days from 7:30 to 9:00 a.m.

Cotillion
The Cotillion Dance will be held on February 8, and we need parent volunteers for coat check, food and drinks, and general presence. Please contact Sister Susan to volunteer at (717) 761-1116 (ext. 109).

Reminder: dresses must be, at most, no shorter than two to three inches above the knee. They must cover front and most of the back. If there is a question, email Sister a picture, and she will get back to you.

Junior Achievement--Volunteers Needed
Trinity is working with Junior Achievement to bring a day of STEM activities to our students. We are in need of adult volunteers to facilitate engaging activities. Volunteers will receive training the day of the event, as well as breakfast and lunch. Join us on March 17, from approximately 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sign up here.

Computer Applications Exemption
The Computer Applications exemption test will be administered in three sections, on January 22, 23, and 24, from 2:45 to 3:30 p.m. Students will be given 45 minutes to complete each section. The items covered are chosen to test for the bare minimum of competency with three Microsoft Office 2013® applications--Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. The first test will be in Excel, then Word, and finally PowerPoint. The scores for the sections are not cumulative--a failure in one section constitutes a failure for the exemption exam, and students will not continue the testing. Students may sign up in their Applications class, or by emailing Miss Kiker. This is the last exemption test of the year.

THON Chaperones Needed
Adult help is needed to make our THON a success-- join us at any point from Friday, February 14, at 7:00 p.m. to Saturday, February 15, at 10:00 a.m. Clearances are required to volunteer (if you do not have clearances, you can start the process here. It does take time to complete). Thank you for volunteering to chaperone at the Trinity mini-THON. It's all FTK, and we couldn't help them... without you! Contact Mrs. Jean Lindholm or Mrs. Mary Potok-Snyder with questions.

Start of Driver's Education Classes Reminder on Days of Midterm Tests
Students registered for this course have their first two classes on Wednesday, January 15 and Thursday, January 16. from 11:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. in the library after midterm exams. Remaining classes are in room 114. All materials are provided. Contact Ms. Jeannette Elias with questions.

De La Salle House News
Check out the De La Salle House January newsletter here.

Scholastic Sports Showcase
See a full day of excellent high school basketball on Saturday, January 18. The schedule is as follows:
12:00 noon: GIRLS: Trinity v. Pennsbury
1:45 p.m.: BOYS: Wyoming Seminary v. Martin Luther King
3:30 p.m.: BOYS: Holy Redeemer v. Philadelphia Bartram
5:15 p.m.: BOYS: Milton Hershey v. Philadelphia Sankofa
7:00 p.m.: BOYS: Trinity v. Malvern Prep

Save the Date-- Peter Pan
Save the date for the St. Genesius Players' production of Peter Pan. Plan to join us on February 28 and 29 at 7:30 p.m., and March 1 at 2:00 p.m. Tickets go on sale February 1!

Calendar Raffle
Trinity students are selling tickets for a calendar raffle to benefit the Faith in Our Future Capital Campaign, as well as the House System. Tickets are $20 and earn the holder a chance to win each day in the month of February, even if the ticket has already won! Tickets may be purchased from any Trinity student or by stopping by the Main Office.
In Case You Missed It
White Elephant Party
Donate items to our White Elephant Party! Any unwanted items can be donated. During lunch on January 29, students and any parents who would like to come will view items for purchase, with prices ranging from 25 cents up to $1.00. This will include lost and found items. Proceeds benefit the Missions efforts. Items are due on Monday, January 27.

Hamilton ! The Best Show on Broadway!
Trinity is running a trip to see Hamilton on Wednesday, May 13. The bus leaves Trinity at 3:00 p.m for an 8:00 p.m. show. The cost of the show and bus is $330. If you are interested, you must commit to going by Monday, January 20. Call Sister Susan at 717-761-1116 (ext. 109) and leave a message and your number--she will send you a registration form.

Emerging Health Professions--Vo-Tech Program
Cumberland-Perry Vo-Tech School is offering a new program to seniors of the Class of 2021--Emerging Health Professions. A representative from Vo-Tech will be at Trinity at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, January 13. Any current junior interested in learning more about this program for next year is asked to see Ms. Wilson to sign up.  A flyer describing the program is attached. 

Register for THON
THON will be held on February 14, and the deadline to register and receive a shirt is Tuesday, January 21. Students must have a minimum of $55 dollars in their donor drives by February 13 to attend THON. Contact Caroline O'Neil or Hanna Salus with questions. Register here.

Trinity Football
Trinity Football will hold a player and parent meeting on Wednesday, January 15, at 6:00 p.m. in the cafeteria. Coach Todd Ryan will meet with the parents to begin the preparation work for the 2020 season and answer any questions that parents may have about the off-season program. If you know students who may be interested in playing football at Trinity in 2020, please bring them and their parents along with you. 

Football off-season workouts began on Monday, January 6, 2020. Workouts will be from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Any current 8th grader who is officially registered to attend Trinity in the Fall of 2020 and is interested in playing football may participate in the off-season workouts. Contact Coach Ryan at with questions.

Economics Opportunity
Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week (PFEW) is an award-winning, week-long summer economics education program offered to current high school sophomores and juniors throughout Pennsylvania. It is an exciting, team-based program that teaches students to understand and celebrate the American free enterprise system by introducing them to the inner workings of modern 21st century business. PFEW helps students develop critical skills in communication, leadership, time management, problem solving, and team building, all while improving their self-esteem and confidence. The PFEW program provides students with opportunities to assess interests, build skills, and identify and explore careers in an interactive, hands-on setting. Interested students can pick up an application from Mrs. Scholz in Room 110 or from Mrs. Stock in the Guidance Office, or they may apply online. The early bird deadline is March 2, and the final deadline is May 1. Our students have been offered a special discount--$150 instead of $295. To request this offer, contact PFEW at (814) 833-9576 or by email.
March for Life
Trinity students will attend the March for Life on Friday, January 24, 2020, in Washington D.C. There are 20 seats remaining. Learn more about the trip here and complete the permission form here.

Annual Trinity Swimming and Diving Team Pancake Breakfast
Please join the Swimming and Diving Team on Saturday, January 25, from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m. for food, friends, and fundraising! All-you-care-to-eat breakfast will be served in Trinity's cafeteria. There will be a silent auction and continuous raffle throughout the event. Tickets may be purchased from a swimmer or diver, or at the door.  Adults are $10, children (ages 5 to 11) are $5, and children under 5 eat free! Please make checks payable to Trinity High School (memo: Pancake Breakfast). 
Upcoming Events
January 13: Last Day of Quarter 2

January 14: Mass, 7:15 a.m.
Join us for Mass sponsored by the faculty. The intention will be students taking exams.

January 14, 15, and 16: Midterms, 10:45 a.m. dismissal

January 15: Football Parent Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

January 17: Future Shamrock Night, 7:00 p.m.
Young Shamrocks are invited to cheer on the Lady Shamrocks at home against Camp Hill. Attendees will get a free drink, hot dog, and ticket to the game!

January 17 and 20: No School
See upcoming  Trinity athletic events . Come and cheer on the Shamrocks!
Shamrocks Who Shine
Congratulations to Danny Scott '20 (Seton House) who was selected as the 1st team punter by PA Football News Coaches Select 2A Team--Danny was #2 in the state based on punting average and long kick!
Rece Shelly '20 (Loyola House) has been chosen as the Rotary Student of the Month for January.

Read the latest " In My Words" column by Aley Zangari '20 (Immaculata House).
Spiritual Life
Gospel for Sunday, January 5, 2020--The Feast of the Epiphany
Jesus came from Galilee to John at the Jordan to be baptized by him. John tried to prevent him, saying, “I need to be baptized by you, and yet you are coming to me?” Jesus said to him in reply,
“Allow it now, for thus it is fitting for us to fulfill all righteousness.” Then he allowed him. After Jesus was baptized, he came up from the water and behold, the heavens were opened for him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and coming upon him. And a voice came from the heavens, saying, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.”--Matthew 3:13-17

Reflection
In today’s Gospel, John recognizes his own place by stating, “I need to be baptized by you, and
yet you are coming to me?” Too often, we place our wants and desires ahead of God’s plan for
our lives. We become filled with ego and selfish desires. As we contemplate the words of John
today, let us ask God to help us understand our place in His plan. May He give us hearts that are
open to His will in our lives.
Saint of the Week- - Saint Gregory Nazianzen January 14
Saint Gregory Nazianzen paid a huge price for his faith. In conflict with the Emperor, Valens, who defended the Arians, Saint Gregory worked hard to defend the Catholic faith. Toward the end of his life, Saint Gregory gained some peace and quiet as he gardened and wrote religious poetry.
For more information on saints, visit Franciscan Media's Saint of the Day website .
Prayer
Heavenly Father--Too often we tell You what we want, what we need, and when we need it. Help us to learn that You know better than we do what we truly need to live with joy. Give us the grace to be open to Your Word working in our lives. Amen.
From our Community
Open Houses
Our partner schools are having Open Houses. If you know anyone considering a Catholic school education for their children, let them know about the following:
Diocese of Harrisburg Hershey Bears Night
Celebrate Catholic Schools Week with the Hershey Bears Hockey Team when they face the Lehigh Valley Phantoms at the Giant Center in Hershey for the Annual Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg Night on Saturday, February 1, 2020, at 7:00 p.m. It’s a fun-filled, action-packed night! Open to all, this night is a great way to celebrate our Catholic Schools! Discounted tickets are available for $16.50 each for all ages (regular admission price is $20). The deadline to order is Friday, January 24, 2020. For more information, contact jdise@HersheyPA.com.
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