Contributing writers

Our Writers

Jedd Austin P.E. Teacher, Production Studio Manager

At Trinity since 2006 Bachelor of Science in K-12 Health and Human Performance University of Wisconsin–River Falls @jeddaustin @trinity_tv @fastandfitatl

@fastandfitatl

@trinity_tv Q: What is your personal motto? A: Do something that makes you stronger every day. Brian Balocki P.E. Teacher, Outdoor Education Director

At Trinity since 1993 Master of Education in Physical Education Georgia State University Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education and Health Central Connecticut State University @brianbalocki Q: What is a goal you have for the next year? A: I have the same goal every year, to be a net positive to everyone that I interact with. I want to continue to be a positive influence on the Trinity community each and every year. Meredith Burris Media Specialist

At Trinity since 1988 Media Specialist Certification University of West Georgia Master of Education, Middle Grades Concentration Brenau College Bachelor of Science in Theater Education Emerson College @Meredith30082 Q: What are you happiest doing when you are not working? A: Not surprisingly, I read incessantly when I am not working, often having several books going at once. When I’m not reading, I am listening to music, typically Broadway show tunes.

Justin Cahill P.E. Teacher

At Trinity since 2007 Bachelor of Arts in Psychology The George Washington University @justybubpe Q: What brings you joy? A: I love recess duty. Standing in the middle of the playground, watching each child freely choose what they want to do puts a smile on my face. It gives me a chance to make connections and learn about students outside the gym.

Laura English P.E. Teacher

At Trinity since 2002 Master of Teaching and Health and Physical Education Certification Georgia State University Bachelor of Arts in Speech Communication The University of Georgia @PECoachLaura

Q: What brings you joy? A: Watching our Trinity students experience the joy of movement and physical activity. It always brings a smile to my face when I see a child light up after trying a new activity, enjoying a favorite activity, or finding success after persevering through a challenging activity. I’m grateful I have the opportunity to be a part of our students’ joyful learning and Trinity Experience. Nicole Fash Director of Marketing and Communications

At Trinity since 2016 Master of Arts in Media and Cultural Studies University of Sussex, Falmer, England Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations and Spanish Shorter College @trinityatl @trinityschool /trinityatl Q: What are you happiest doing when you are not working? A: I am happiest writing, reading, running, and spending time with my husband and two children.

Jill Gough Director of Teaching and Learning At Trinity since 2012

Master of Combined Sciences in Mathematics and Computing Science Mississippi College Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Mississippi College @jgough Q: What is something people may not know about you? A: I am an avid sketch note artist, and my work has been featured by the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Katie Hammett Director of The Trinity Fund and Major Gifts At Trinity since 2019 Bachelor of Arts in English Literature Valdosta State University Q: What are you happiest doing when you are not working? A: Making memories with my family. Playing dress-up with our three-yearold or reminding our nine-year-old to wait for us as he charges down the road, the simple adventures with laughing children bring me the most joy.

Marsha Harris Director of Curriculum

At Trinity since 2008 Master of Education in Instructional Technology Lesley University Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education; Bachelor of Arts in Drama in Education University of Windsor, Canada @marshamac74 Q: What do you think are the best skills that you bring to your job? A: I have 24 years’ experience in the K–6 classroom at both public and private schools, in base classrooms and specials classes, in the United States and Canada.

Joe Marshall Head of School

At Trinity since 2013 Master of Science in English Education Hofstra University Bachelor of Arts in History Franklin and Marshall College @JosephPMarshall Q: What do you think are the best skills that you bring to your job? A: I vividly remember being a student and, as such, my teaching style has been grounded in the needs and feelings of my students.

Thalia Scott Early Elementary Science Teacher At Trinity since 2012 Bachelor of Science in Biology University of Nevada, Las Vegas Q: What is your personal motto? A: Mistakes are only moments of practice, and there is always something to be grateful for. Leisy Stevenson Director of Spotlight on Art and Special Events At Trinity since 2018 Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Rhodes College @spotlightonart @spotlightonart /TrinitySpotlightOnArt Q: What advice would you give your 12-year-old self? A: Don’t be afraid to make mistakes! Billie Yarbrough Learning Team Specialist At Trinity since 1989 Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education Guilford College Q: What advice would you give your 12-year-old self? A: Enjoy every moment! Life is fun. Live it to the fullest.

Choose your adventure at Trinity School Summer Camp 2022!

Trinity School Summer Camp offers a variety of academic, specialty, and sports camps for children ages 4 to 13. From coding to Legos, art to science, choose your child’s summer adventure from our camps that will run Monday–Friday from June 6–July 1. Join us in Before-Camp Care, Activities in the Afternoon, and After-Camp Care to extend your summer fun to a full day, from 7:30 AM–4 PM! There will also be limited offerings available during a fifth session of summer camp from August 1–5. Trinity School Summer Camp is open to the public, and many camps are waitlisted.

Register today! www.trinityatl.org/summercamp

Please contact Kayleen Whitmer, Director of Extended Programs, at kwhitmer@trinityatl.org for more information.