Trinity High School

2023-24 Family Newsletter


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10.1.2023

Thank you to the Mothers and Fathers Clubs: from the Teachers

The teachers are very thankful to the Mothers and Fathers Clubs for their generous donations for our Parent Teacher Conferences that took place on September 28. The delicious snacks and drinks that were provided to us were just what we needed to inspire us all evening long. We are so fortunate to partner with such generous parents. 

Important Information from Trinity's President & Principal

Attached here is important information about the ongoing analysis and review of our school based on the recent strategic plan. You are encouraged to read it and participate in upcoming discussions. Thank you for your commitment to Trinity! Click here to read more.

Parent Listening Session:

Thursday, October 19 @ 6:30 pm in the Link 

Join us for the first semester Parent Listening Session from 6:30 to 7:30 pm on October 19 in the Link. This session will be dedicated exclusively to parents sharing their opinions about the current 4x4 block schedule. We hope to learn what you and your Blazer love about the current schedule and what frustrates you. As we carry out a review of the schedule, with a potential modification to be implemented in the 2025-26 school year, we are interested in learning the perspectives of all our community members. Please bring your voice to this important discussion. We are listening. 


Please RSVP for the Parent Listening Session on Thurs., Oct. 19 @ 6:30 pm by clicking this link. Please RSVP by Tues. Oct. 17. 

Tune into WGN Tomorrow

Trinity’s VP of Student Life Mrs. Bedell, along with Senior Jessica A., were interviewed by Mike Toomey WGN Morning News! Tune in on Monday between 9:30-10:00 am to hear about “Why you should choose Trinity High School!” Spread the word ~ Trinity’s Open House is this Tuesday, October 3rd!


Click for more information on Trinity's Open House.

Tutoring Center is Open

Great News!! The Tutoring Center is open for business for the 23/24 school year! Tutoring takes place in the Library and is free of charge. We have Peer Tutors available before school from 7:30-8:00, as well as Peer Tutors and Dominican University Tutors available from 3:07-5:00 pm (Mon-Thurs). If you are interested, take a look at our Tutoring Center schedule. Click on the tutor's name to make an appointment. Drop-in's are also welcome. 



Email Ms. McNair with any questions about tutoring!

Throughout this block, IB seniors and juniors have been busy understanding concepts and practicing skills in their various courses. Internal assessments (IAs) will soon be underway in these courses, from English and World Language to Mathematics, Science, Psychology, and the Arts. These assessments will comprise about 25% of the final IB grade earned. While it's too early to think about the May IB exams, students will be registering for their exam sessions during 3A/B this coming Wednesday and Thursday in room 205. Fee invoices per subject will be sent to families in November. If you have any questions about the exam registrations or the payment of IB fees, please contact IB Coordinator Ms. Crnkovich at:  [email protected] 

Kairos - Classes of 2023 and 2024


Your student is invited to participate in a Trinity Kairos retreat this December. For many students and adult

volunteers around the United States, Kairos, and other retreats of the same model, have been an extraordinary

and transformative experience. Students who attend will have opportunities to reflect upon and pray about their

relationships with God, themselves, and others. They will hear from both peers and adult leaders, reflect on

their own spiritual journeys, connect joyfully with their peers and be invited into prayer both communally and

individually. Click here to read more.

College Planning

Upcoming College Rep Visits at Trinity

October visits will start next Monday and continue through the end of October. Next week we will have the following colleges in the Link during 3A/B:

  • Monday, October 3rd: Valparaiso University (IN), Drake University (IA)

Upcoming College Fairs in the Chicagoland Area

Additionally, students from all grades may be interested in these upcoming college fairs:

PSAT Testing


Click here to read the information on PSAT testing that was sent to parents of sophomores and juniors last week.

Monday, October 9th - Walkathon Donations are Due!


We still have a little work to do. Blazers have raised almost $48,000 toward our goal of $56,000 needed to earn a day off of school on Monday, November 27th. 


Please make sure your Blazer creates their online fundraising account and shares it on social media.  Each student is required to raise $175. Any cash/checks collected can be sent in your daughter's envelope and turned in to the Main Office.


Prizes will be awarded to students at the Awards Assembly on Friday, October 13th. All students who turn in their $175 by 10/9 will be entered into the drawing for prizes.


Contact Kelly Richard, Director of Special Events, with any questions. Thank you for your continued support of this important fundraiser!

Mothers Club Glow Yoga!

Wednesday, October 4, 7 - 9:00 pm

the Barre Studio & Cafe, Elmwood Park


Join us for a 50 minute gentle yoga session, followed by beverages and fellowship.  

Last name: A - L, bring a dessert

Last name: M - Z, bring an appetizer


Just $15, register here. Bring a yoga mat, we have a few extras to lend.


Fathers Club Oktoberfest!

Thursday, October 5, 7:00 - 9:30pm

Top Butcher, on Grand Ave. at Harlem, Chicago


Enjoy beer, brats & pretzels with the Trinity fathers for a fun night out - just $20.

Register here.

ICYMI (In Case You Missed It)

IB Information Session

Learn more about Trinity's Pre-IB and IB years at the annual Freshman Pre-IB meeting! Trinity's IB Coordinator, Rose Crnkovich, will be hosting this information session for all Pre-IB freshmen and their parents/guardians on Monday, October 9, from 6:30-7:30 pm in the Trinity library. Please join us as we explore this renowned academic program and the many rewards it offers to students. If you have questions or will be unable to attend, please contact Ms. Crnkovich at:  [email protected] or call: 708-453-8392. We look forward to seeing you!

Blazers Need Your Voice!

Invest in Kids, an important scholarship granting program that allows students from disadvantaged homes to attend quality private schools, is slated to sunset on December 31 unless state legislators approve an extension. 


Trinity High School presently has 62 students on the waiting list who qualify for these scholarship dollars to attend Trinity. Unfortunately, this means that girls who want to be Blazers cannot afford to be Blazers. Our community is missing some amazing young women!


Please contact your state representative via THIS FORM and ask them to keep this very important program that allows parents to determine the best education for their daughters, regardless of the cost.

Attendance

The work of empowering and educating women to be leaders of knowledge, strength and faith is predicated upon regular and consistent student attendance and we are grateful for your partnership with regards to this priority.  Please read the following carefully as there are important updates to the Attendance Policies for the 2023-2024 School Year. Click here to read the letter.

Accommodation Requests

Please click this link for procedures regarding temporary mobility or attendance accommodations for medical reasons.

JOIN TRINITY'S PARENT ORGANIZATIONS

Click here to join Trinity's Mothers Club and Fathers Club.
Click here for Trinity's Website Calendar.

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