“Christ has no body on earth but yours, no hands but yours, no feet but yours. Yours are the eyes through which Christ’s compassion for the world is to look out; yours are the feet with which He is to go about doing good; and yours are the hands with which He is to bless us now.”
Saint Teresa of Avila
Fifth Grade’s Service Project
For the past four years Trinity’s fifth grade classes have supported the Hicksville United Methodist Church Food Pantry. We have raised funds and then purchased needed items or asked for specific donations from our generous Trinity families. This particular pantry was chosen as our service project because it is located in our community, on Old Country Road in Hicksville.
On October 25, 2013 this year’s fifth grade class took a walking trip to the church to view the pantry and hear about the important work that goes on there. Students saw the rooms in which the items are stored, and Mrs. Nanini, the pantry’s director, spoke to them about the process people go through to receive help. Visiting the pantry allows the students to get a real feel that there are people in the area of our school who, for one reason or another, have difficulty meeting everyday needs. While we were there, Mrs. Nanini thanked me for bringing the class to see the pantry, and she mentioned how impressed she was that our students seemed genuinely concerned about others. She told me we truly are the hands and feet of Jesus. I was struck by this and recalled the quote at the top of this page.
As Thanksgiving approaches and we become more aware of those in need, I encourage you to give. Give your time, talents, and items as you are able. Give when it is easy and when it is hard. Remember when you give, whatever you give, whether it is monetary, a kind word, or a prayer for another, that you truly are the hands and feet of Jesus!
Blessed are those who are generous,
Because they feed the poor.
Proverbs 22:9
Mrs. Karen Lively
CAMP KOINONIA TRIP for our seventh graders last week was a wonderful experience for our students. Many apologies to the families for the delayed departure. The outdoor activities at the camp were lots of fun, the spiritual activities were enriching, and the friendships made, new and old are to be cherished. Even the food was good!
PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES are scheduled for Thursday, November 21 from 9:00 – 11:30 am, 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm, and 6:00 – 8:00 pm. Please sign up online for your appointments at PTC.TrinityLI.org. You will receive an email blast with instructions if the school office has your email address. If you need further help, please call the school office.
THANKSGIVING FEAST – Flyers are going home today regarding Trinity’s annual school-wide Thanksgiving Feast, Tuesday, November 26th. Please send the response with your child’s choice of food back to school to help Ms. Marcia, our school caterer, in her planning. Please contact Mrs. Damaris Mejia at [email protected] if you can volunteer to help with set-up, serving, or cleanup that day.
PARENT WORKSHOP – On Wednesday, November 13th at 7:00 pm the PTFA will host a workshop on Elementary Nutrition. Heart Beet Café uses fun comics and cartoons to inspire kids to make healthier food choices. Your attendance enters you in a raffle for a chance to win one free week at Trinity’s Celebrate Summer Camp or one delicious baked good by Mrs. Eileen Heigl, Trinity’s resident gourmet baker.
OSCAR WINNER??? The PTFA sponsored Movie Night for middle school students is this Friday, November 15th. The movie will be “Parental Guidance” and for $3.00 admission students get a free bag of popcorn. In addition, the concession stand will be selling hot dogs, snacks and fresh cotton candy! Come join your Trinity friends for a “Movie Night Out”, beginning at 7:00 pm.
SANTA’S ON HIS WAY! Trinity’s Santa Shop will be held December 3-5. This is an opportunity for students to purchase inexpensive gifts for family and friends, with proceeds going to needy families. More information will be coming home soon.
SAVE THE DATE! Our annual Barnes and Noble Book Fair is Saturday, December 7th. It takes place at the Carle Place Barnes and Noble from 11:00 am until 3:00 pm. Do plan on coming to hear our student musicians perform and to view an exhibit of our students’ art work while you shop for books, movies, music and more. More details will be going home soon.
CHUCK E CHEESE will visit Trinity classes on Wednesday, November 20th to offer a special deal for a meal on Thursday, November 21st. Fifteen percent of all purchases at Chuck E Cheese on Thursday, November 21st from 11:00 am until closing, will be donated to Trinity. Come on out and enjoy a meal or snack with Chuck E!
SECOND GRADE SINGS at the 9:00 am church service on Sunday, November 17th. Your child should be in the music room by 8:45 am sharp, dressed in full uniform. All students are expected to attend, whether or not they normally attend Trinity Lutheran Church. We need everyone present to perform well, and attendance will be taken. Please send a note by Thursday, November 14th if you have a conflict and your child is unable to attend Sunday’s service. A written excuse is required the first day your child returns to school if he/she is sick on Sunday.
AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES THIS WEEK:
Tues., 11/12 – Peer Tutoring; pick-up 4:00 pm
Tues., 11/12 – Last Zumba; pick-up 4:00 pm
Wed., 11/13 – Yearbook Committee Meeting; pick-up 4:00 pm
Thurs., 11/14 – Cherub Choir; pick-up 4:00 pm
Fri., 11/15 – Last Soccer Shots; pick-up 4:00 pm
SPORTS THIS WEEK: Both the volleyball and soccer seasons are now over and basketball is about to begin. This year’s program has the following configuration: two JV teams (5th/6th girls and boys teams), and two Varsity teams (7th/8th girls and boys teams). Tryouts will be as follows:
5th/6th Boys – Tues., 11/12 @ 3:00 pm; Wed., 11/13 @ 4:15 pm
5th/6th Girls – Tues., 11/12 @ 4:15 pm; Wed., 11/13 @ 3:00 pm
7th/8th Boys – Thurs., 11/14 @ 3:00 pm; Fri., 11/15 @ 4:15 pm
7th/8th Girls – Thurs., 11/14 @ 4:15 pm; Fri., 11/15 @ 3:00 pm
Dance Team – new this year –available to all middle school students. Dance team will only perform at Home games. Tryouts are as follows:
6th/7th/8th grade Girls and Boys – Mon., 11/18 through Wed., 11/20, 3:00 – 5:00 pm
The completed basketball permission slip and/or the Dance Team permission slip must be turned in, and a current physical must be on file in the Health Office. A completed PLUS application (NO deposit required) must also be on file.