Weekly Parent Newsletter February 9, 2020
Message from the VP of IA
Greetings Parents!
 
I am here to share more with you about Bal Dominique! As you know it is a significant fundraising initiative for Trinity and we would love to see more Trinity parents get involved.
 
So, in case you were wondering…hmm, how I could participate and join in on all the fun?
 
1.      Attend this fabulous event on April 18!
 
2.      Join the Bal Dominique Auction Committee!
We have a few parents already on board—thank you! No experience necessary—just a fun way to help with the Silent Auction of this event. Please contact me this week if you are interested at  skeith@trinityhs.org  or 708.453.9374.
 
3.      Donate or recommend auction items!
Here are some ideas for successful auction items. If you have access to or have a contact for any of these items, please consider Trinity and let me know!
  • Tickets (Sports, Theater, Concerts, etc.)  
  • Vacation/Travel Opportunities (Summer Homes, Airline/hotel miles, Hotel packages)
  • Experiences (Hosted Dinner Parties/Wine Tastings, Intern/Shadow opportunities)
  • Gift Certificates (Restaurants, Spa, Department/Local Stores)
  • Other ideas?!?
 
4.      Take out an Ad!
Support our honorees this year or promote your business/employer. If your organization has a marketing or charitable budget, they can support Trinity with an ad and be featured in our Bal Dominique ad book.
 
This very special event is truly a night for everyone to celebrate Trinity. If you can find a way to get involved, you will certainly meet some great people and make wonderful memories!
 
Have a great week everyone!
 
Many thanks,
Shena
Vice President of Institutional Advancement
Attendance Procedure Reminder
CALLING STUDENT IN SICK?
As we make our way through the winter months we want to remind you of the importance of notifying the school when your student is ill. It is imperative to the safety of the students that we are made aware of any absences. Please notify the office by 8:30am by calling the main number at 708-771-8383 or by sending an email to  attendance@trinityhs.org .
Parent Survey - Deadline Extended
If you have not yet taken Trinity's Parent Survey, click the link below. Please complete the survey by Tuesday, February 11th.
Parent Teacher Conferences
Parent/Teacher Conferences
Thursday, February 27th

Pick-a-Time Parent Teacher Scheduler will go live at 12:00 PM on Friday, February 14, 2020. A live link to the website to schedule your appointments will be available on the school website. Parent Teacher Conferences will run from 1:00 pm until 7:00 pm in the Sr. Michelle Germanson Athletic Center. 
Class of 2021 Information
On Friday, February 21st, Trinity High School will be celebrating the Class of 2021 at their Junior Ring Mass and Ceremony. This tradition is one that is truly meaningful to the students, and we look forward to sharing the day with you. Please complete the form below to ensure that your daughter's name is read how you prefer. If we do not receive a completed form from you by Monday, February 17 at noon, we will use, as we traditionally have, her formal name as it appears on her student record.
Yearbook Photos

Club and organization yearbook pictures will be taken on Wednesday, February 12th from 8:00 AM - Noon.
Mothers Club Raffle
As a student philanthropist, each student is expected to sell 35 raffle tickets. Each ticket is $5, total amount to be sold: $175.  More information is inside the raffle envelope they. Questions can be directed to Mary Beth Lavezzorio, Mothers Club Liaison, at  mblavezzorio@trinityhs.org
Counseling and College Planning
Freshmen - Junior parents received an email from Student Services regarding registration for the next school year. Please click here to view the letter.

Although summer seems very far away, it's not too early for students to start thinking about how they'll spend their time over summer break. Trinity has a robust listing of summer enrichment opportunities including: pre-college courses; writing, medical, and engineering camps; leadership symposiums; study abroad opportunities; summer jobs; and internships. Check out the  Summer Enrichment Opportunities  website (information is added and updated as we receive it). Application deadlines begin in January.   

Upcoming College Exploration Opportunities
  • Catholic College Fair: Monday, February 10 during 3AB in the Trinity High School Small Gym
  • Midwest College Showcase: Tuesday, February 18th in Oak Brook; and Thursday, February 20th at the University of Chicago Charter School: Woodlawn Campus. Click here for information.
  • NACAC Suburban Chicago College Fair: Saturday, March 14th at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont. 
Upcoming Events
Calling all Trinity Families!
We are asking all Trinity students, families, faculty, alumnae, and friends to proudly walk with us as a community down Madison Street in the Forest Park St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 7th! Sign-up, including the opportunity to purchase Trinity St. Patrick’s Day Shirts, will be online this week.
Support Blazer Athletics!

Click here for the Athletic website.
Upcoming Events
Tuesday, February 11
LATE START

Wednesday, February 12
Club Yearbook Photos

Thursday, February 13
Class of 2024 Registration

Friday, February 14
Heartbreak Cafe
Monday, February 17
No School

Tuesday, February 18
LATE START (not for juniors)

Wednesday, February 19
Guerin Prep Info Night

Friday, February 21
Junior Class Ring Mass

Junior Ring Dance

Winter Rose Dance