Thank you to our 7th graders for their Latin at Lunchtime presentation of “Aenigmata in Obscuritate” (the “Riddles in the Dark” scene from The Hobbit). We commend them for their excellent Latin translation and pronunciation!
The 5/6 Latin class has been working on their own special production that will “air” next week. They have developed a Latin morning show, “Roma Hodie” (“Rome Today”), to share with the Primer A and Primer B students.
The miles are adding up, and the finish line is in sight! Mileage Club will continue until Field Day. Please remember to send running shoes every day.
The St. Mark preschool is building a shed near the playground. Volunteers have been preparing the space and pouring a cement pad. As construction gets underway, please keep an eye on your child when on the playground after school and stay clear of that area.
Thank you to everyone who submitted the Community Lunch survey. We learned there is interest in resuming lunches for the 2022-2023 school year. If you would enjoy helping in some way, please watch for more information this summer.
Though we will go our separate ways after June 10, it’s always nice to reconnect during the summer. There will be some summer socials for the whole community, like the mid-summer picnic, but we encourage parents to arrange a playdate or a trip to the pool, library, or ice cream shop. (Why not all three?) Families with children moving into the “even” grades might consider connecting with those who will be new in the classrooms’ “odd” grades. (Note: The grades themselves aren’t odd. The numbering is!)
We continue to learn about and practice GRATITUDE. Consider starting a gratitude journal—record three things you are thankful for each day. Then offer your thanks to God, the giver of all good gifts.
It was good to be together last Friday for Fine Arts Night to celebrate God’s good gifts of music and art and laughter! We thank those who helped by hanging artwork or providing refreshments. We offer special thanks to Mrs. Roossien and Mrs. Poortenga for the many hours they spent preparing the students for FAN. We appreciate their time and their dedication to this event.
Rep. Steve Johnson from Michigan’s 72nd House of Representatives district visited the 3/4 classroom last Friday. He discussed many topics with the students who just concluded a research project on modern presidents. The students asked excellent questions about his time in the Air Force as well as what he does in Lansing. Rep. Johnson was very engaging in his discussion with our courteous and attentive students.
Jesus sent out his disciples with these words: “Freely you have received; freely give” (Matthew 10:8b). GRATITUDE for what we have received from God should make us generous. Talk together about what it means to “freely receive” from God and then to “freely give” to others—to our parents, grandparents, siblings, teachers, fellow classmates, teammates, et al.
Our MJCL team represented Trinitas exceptionally well! Many of them received awards for the different events: Olympika games, costume competition, art competition, and Certamen (Latin Quiz Bowl). All students participated in academic testing. They were able to complete as many tests as time allowed, choosing among five different categories. Congratulations to our entire team for their work on Saturday. Special award winners are listed below. (Olympika, costume, and art results will be posted soon.)
Certamen winning team: Ayanna, Justin, Thomas, and Vency
Vocabulary test: Gabriel (1st), Ayanna (2nd), Lily (3rd)
Grammar test: Lily (1st), Thomas (3rd)
Derivatives test: Lily (1st), Ivana (2nd), Gabriel and Vency (tie 3rd)
Mythology test: Jude (1st), Fiona (2nd), Aaron, Justin, Lily, and Vency (tie 3rd)
Roman Life test: Lily (1st), Gabriel and Jude (tie 2nd), Justin (3rd)
