Trinitas was excited to host Dana VanderLugt, author of Enemies in the Orchard, last week during Friday Focus. Students who read (or were in the process of reading) enjoyed a time of hearing from Mrs. V about her experience of writing a book (revise, revise, and then revise some more!) as well as her inspiration for researching this often-overlooked bit of history. As Mrs. V shared during her talk, “The historian will tell you what happened. The novelist will tell you what it felt like.” — D. L. Doctorow 

Trinitas was excited to host Dana VanderLugt, author of Enemies in the Orchard, last week during Friday Focus. Students who read (or were in the process of reading) enjoyed a time of hearing from Mrs. V about her experience of writing a book (revise, revise, and then revise some more!) as well as her inspiration for researching this often-overlooked bit of history. As Mrs. V shared during her talk, “The historian will tell you what happened. The novelist will tell you what it felt like.” – D. L. Doctorow

Congratulations to six of our students in our 7/8 class upon the selection of their essays for the National Civics Bee! This year the 7th and 8th graders entered the first ever National Civics Bee in Michigan, sponsored locally by the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce. Each student studied an issue he or she felt was important for the community and wrote an essay about the problem and a proposed solution with attention to Founding Principles and civic virtues. The larger goal of the contest is to engage students in their communities and build their awareness of how citizens’ voices and involvement are crucial to the flourishing of society. 

Students in music class are learning about Edvard Grieg—a Norwegian composer from the Romantic period who was connected with the ideas of nationalism in music. His most famous piece is the symphony Peer Gynt, which was written to accompany Henrik Ibsen’s play of the same name. “In the Hall of the Mountain King” is part of that symphony; it might sound familiar!

We are excited to announce that Stephanie Sneller has accepted the role of Marketing Director for Trinitas Classical School. Bringing the same enthusiasm and creativity that she developed as Parent Service Fellowship Chair, along with experience from former employment, Mrs. Sneller is excited to share with the surrounding community about Trinitas and the joy of a classical, Christian education.

LaGrave Christian Reformed Church is hosting a Protect Young Eyes Sunday, March 17 at 10:00 a.m. Learn from trusted experts at PYE what it takes to help kids learn to use technology well. This presentation introduces parents to the 5 foundational PYE Core Values and stresses the importance of both prayer and practice in having a tech-safer home. We encourage you to attend! 

Students are learning about Antonin Dvorak. His American Quartet is a beautiful piece to listen to in the car or while cooking or drawing or dancing together. Listen for the bird sounds Dvorak incorporated into the music. 

Looking for costumes, props, or specific articles of clothing? Stop by the office to see what items have been posted on the “Available” side or place your own “Wanted” ad requesting items. If you have extra items at home please consider posting what you have available as well.