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A YEAR IN REVIEW
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Annual “Run the Race” 5K Homecoming 2012 Links and Lobs 2013 Lower School South Korea Cultural Study Eighth Graders Visit Washington
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Farewell to Bob Neu Greetings from Head of School Trinity Classes Have Gone Global Faculty Profile Lindsay Cleveland Trinity Selected as Apple Distinguished School
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Trinity Students Earn National Merit Recognition Building Bridges AP Scholar Awards Forensics Team Selected to Compete in Atlanta Tournament Seventh Graders Design and Build Cells for Life Science Class Fourth Graders’ Pumpkin Project EnvironBowl Wins Regional Competition Tanner Cox Awarded Scholar Athlete for State of Alabama AP History Class Explores Norman Rockwell’s America Science Olympiad Team Awarded First Place in Regional Competition Duke Talent Identification Program Selects Trinity Seventh Graders
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K4 Christmas Tree Field Trip Second Graders Celebrate Grandparents' Day K5 Field Trip to Marco’s and The Fresh Market
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Trinity Seniors Perform in Macy’s Annual Thanksgiving Day Parade Artwork Selected for Art Exhibit at the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts Wildcat Pride Marching Band Named Most Entertaining Band Sixth Grader Stars in To Kill a Mockingbird The Music Man Comes to Trinity Symphonic Band and Show Choir Present Second Annual Veterans Concert Upper School Students Win State Art Award Dance Ensemble Awarded Best Choreography in the Panoply Arts Festival Competition
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Upper School Service Day Making A Difference! Pancake Breakfast Christmas Cheer to Baptist Hospital Molly Catherine Brown Awarded Volunteer of the Year Change 4 Change Operation Christmas Child
HEAD OF SCHOOL Kerry Palmer DIRECTOR OF CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION Donna Siebenthaler MIDDLE/UPPER SCHOOL PRINCIPAL Michael Zavada UPPER SCHOOL DEAN OF STUDENTS Dann Cleveland
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Class Notes New Additions to the Trinity Family Curtis Sikes Book Signing Thanksgiving Social Making An Impact Honor Roll of Giving
MIDDLE SCHOOL DEAN OF STUDENTS Randy Ragsdale LOWER SCHOOL PRINCIPAL Tami Shelley LOWER SCHOOL ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL Becky Faulkner COLLEGE COUNSELOR Elizabeth Mosley
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Junior Varsity and Varsity Volleyball Win First Capital City Mayor’s Cup Lady Wildcats Make First Appearance Since 1999 in the Elite Eight Brock Stevens Commits to South Alabama Baseball Team David Gross Receives Football Scholarship to Troy State University Wesley Curles Sets State Record Boys Track and Field Team Place in State Competition Wesley Curles is Class 3A Cross Country State Champion Varsity Softball Team are Area Champions Baseball Team Wins Class 3A State Championship for a Second Year
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To glorify God by providing for students the highest quality college-preparatory education, training them in the biblical world and life view, thus enabling them to serve God in spirit, mind, and body.
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BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2012-2013 Dr. Frank Young President
Mr. Guice Slawson Vice President
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Mr. Bob Farris Member at Large
Mr. Kerry Palmer Head of School
Mr. Bob Neu Former Head of School
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Challenging Minds Changing Lives
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Farewell to Bob
by Christy Colee • trinity teacher
in the fall of 2005, Trinity’s Board of Trustees faced an unprecedented challenge— replacing long-tenured headmaster, Brian Willett. The ensuing nationwide search resulted in the hiring of Bob Neu in the spring of 2006. When Mr. Neu arrived on campus, he quickly noticed many positive things about his new school. “What a great opportunity,” Mr. Neu said. “When Pamela and I came we couldn’t wait to get started; we were ready to go.” Mr. Neu immediately called upon his enthusiasm and prior leadership position at Whitefield Academy in Atlanta to begin shaping his vision for Trinity’s future. Mr. Neu, one of Whitfield’s founders, had an excellent reputation in the southeast for being on the cutting edge of Christian education and the Trinity Board was excited to see the new shape of Trinity unfold under Bob’s leadership. Mr. Neu truly believes that Trinity is the best school in the River Region because of what it has to offer its families—a fantastic faculty, outstanding coaches, and an excellent arts program. “We can touch every aspect of a child and family,” said Mr. Neu. “We can address the spiritual side of formation.” asked to
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Mr. Neu's leadership has fostered positive changes for the growing trinity family—enrollment, technology, and property enrichment
When asked to review what he considered his accomplishments at TPS, Mr. Neu said, “I am honestly most thankful for the change in mindset and expectations. Others may think of things such as the Lower School Media Center or being named an Apple Distinguished School, but I
am most proud of a change in culture. The staff, faculty, and administration have effectively advanced all the components of what I believe are a top-tier Christian education. We are likeminded in so many ways, making the school better in a variety of areas; and most importantly, our hearts are surrendered to Christ and His work in the lives of our students.” Lower School Principal, Tami Shelley, said that Mr. Neu has instilled in Trinity faculty and leadership to think outside “the box” and served as a catalyst for innovation in the area of Christian
education. She said, “He has demonstrated to us what that looks like in a private independent Christian school.”
5Upper School Principal, David Yohn, agreed; stating, “Mr. Neu truly encouraged the Administrative team to filter
everything through Trinity’s Mission Statement. He also encouraged the team to set goals, reach them, and then make new goals." Current parent, Tina Grice, perhaps characterized the impact of Mr. Neu’s time at Trinity best, stating that his leadership has fostered “positive changes for the growing Trinity family... enrollment, technology, and property enrichment.” Head of School, Kerry Palmer, affirmed Mr. Neu’s many accomplishments while at TPS. “Bob Neu completely reorganized the administrative structure at Trinity, bringing it in line with independent schools of its size nationwide. Under
his leadership, our Board of Trustees moved toward a policy governance role, and is now leading the way when it comes to development of giving beyond tuition dollars. He spearheaded our move to the cutting edge of technology integration, and paved the way for a successful head of school tenure for me. For that, I am eternally grateful. Bob’s progressive leadership has positioned the school to enjoy a very bright future.” As Mr. Neu leaves Trinity to begin as Head of School at Christian Academy of Knoxville, he takes away many lessons from his time here. “As Christian educators we must always stay on the cutting edge academically. At Trinity we have successfully created a mentality of community— raising each other individually by improving as a whole. Let us always be getting better, let's always focus on improvement. I have tried to leave Trinity in a much better place than it was seven years ago. I hope to see Trinity in an even better place whenever I return to visit. Every year should continue to be better than the last.”
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Greetings from Trinity School... As I begin my tenure as Head of School, I am more excited than ever about where Trinity is now and where it is going. We are coming off of a very successful year, and our future looks bright moving forward. Perhaps the biggest accomplishment from this past year was being named an Apple Distinguished School. This honor is bestowed on a select few schools from around the nation and is very prestigious. Education professionals at Apple selected Trinity as a Distinguished School because we are using technology in creative ways to prepare our students for jobs that do not yet exist. Twenty-first century education is more collaborative and cross-curricular than ever before, and we have found that Apple computer technology facilitates this in ways we never thought possible. In addition to our very own “technology revolution,� our students at Trinity continued to demonstrate that academic excellence is the hallmark of everything we do. Nina Smith was named as a National Merit Finalist and is headed to Georgetown University, thoroughly equipped for success at the next level. Additionally, we had several commended students and AP scholars among our ranks, and our senior class earned well over $3 million in college scholarships from many universities within and outside Alabama. As we move into next year, we will do so with some new faces, and some Trinity veterans serving in new roles. Mike Zavada will join us in July as our new Middle/Upper School Principal. Mike comes to us from The Randolph School in Huntsville, and brings a wealth of experience in independent school education
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to his new position. Mike has also served at the Punahou School in Honolulu, Hawaii, and at Palmer Trinity School in Miami, Florida. Donna Siebenthaler will become our new Director of Curriculum and Instruction beginning in July. Donna has been teaching advanced placement history courses at Trinity for the last five years, and has the respect of students, parents, and teachers alike. Her assignment is to facilitate a logical curriculum flow from K4 through 12th grade, as well as to ensure that a high level of academic rigor exists in all of our programs. Becky Faulkner will become Lower School Assistant Principal this summer. Becky has already been supporting Tami Shelley in her role, and we are now formalizing her position. She will be assisting with all aspects of lower school administration, including teacher evaluation and technology integration. As we move into the coming years, we will be placing increased emphasis on the spiritual development of our students and teachers. Integrating a Christian worldview into all of our subjects and activities is at the very core of who we are at Trinity, and we want to continue to improve in this area. After five years as Middle School Principal, I am looking forward to my time as Head of School with great anticipation. If I have not had the pleasure of meeting you, I would love to do so. Please contact the school to arrange a time for a visit. I wish for each of you a wonderful summer. Remember to remain connected to your alma mater, and GO CATS! KERRY PALMER Head of School
by THOMAS STALLINGS • Class of ‘13
Classes at Trinity Have Gone Global People in China, Russia and India View Mrs. Long's Pre-Algebra Class
AN AMAZING APP FOR LEARNING LEARN ANYTHING, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME.
Several of Trinity’s classes have gone global with the use of iTunesU. Students from all over the world can now access classroom lessons produced by teachers at Trinity. iTunesU allows teachers to upload video lessons for students. Seventh grade math teacher, Kelly Long utilizes iTunesU to aid her in a “flipped” classroom. Students watch lessons at home on their MacBooks and take notes on the material. Then, traditional homework assignments are completed in class where she is able to offer individualized assistance.
Mrs. Long's class now has over 1,000 followers!
Karen McVay, Technology Integrationist Specialist at Trinity, posts and manages all of the classes on iTunesU. Mrs. McVay stated, “iTunesU helped the school overcome several hurdles which included a place to store and archive videos. The iTunesU program fit the criteria providing limitless storage, unlimited video length and, best of all, it is free.” Recently, Mrs. McVay showed Mrs. Long the data collected by the iTunesU site. The information revealed that her classes have over 1,000 followers. People are watching her Pre-Algebra class in China, Russia, Turkey, India and the U.K. Mrs. Long was surprised by the news and said, “I had no idea that anyone outside of my students would watch my class.” Mr. McVay and Mrs. Long look forward to helping other teachers at Trinity take advantage of this technology.
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by christy colee • trinity teacher
“Trinity has been the most welcoming school I have ever been a part of,” said Lindsay. “On the second day of school, when I walked into the lunch room for my first lunch at Trinity, about ten little first grade girls came running up to me and bombarded me with hugs! Now if that doesn't make someone feel welcomed, I don't know what does!”
Lindsay Cleveland LOWER SCHOOL It is no wonder that Lindsay Cleveland chose to study music at Samford University. Lindsay comes from a line of music educators. Her father, Ed Cleveland, retired a year and a half ago from a long career of teaching high school music. Her mother, Sharon, also holds a degree in Music Education. Even her grandmother received a Music Ed degree. Lindsay knew from the start that she wanted to attend a Christian college. With her God-given gifts in music, the quality of the program was important to her as well. However, musical excellence was not the ultimate reason she chose Samford University. “I chose Samford because the Lord led me there,” said Lindsay. She was not certain at first if she would study performance or 88
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education, but her father encouraged her to go the education route because of a guaranteed career after college. When Mrs. Ahna Baggett announced her retirement as the Lower School Music Teacher, the Trinity community was curious as to who would replace the beloved music teacher. Late in the spring of 2012, Miss Cleveland was hired, and all concerns were quickly replaced with complete confidence in the Board’s decision. The transition has been flawless from the beginning. “Trinity has been the most welcoming school I have ever been a part of,” said Lindsay. “On the second day of school, when I walked into the lunch room for my
left to right • Tami Shelley, Ahna Baggett, Lindsay Cleveland
of school, when I walked into the lunch room for my first lunch at Trinity, about ten little first grade girls came running up to me and bombarded me with hugs! Now if that doesn't make someone feel welcomed, I don't know what does!” “You don’t have to be around a rose very long to know how it smells” is an old adage that perfectly defines Lindsay’s first semester. Children, teachers, and parents have quickly grown to respect and love their new music teacher. According to Lower School Principal Tami Shelley, Lindsay has quickly adapted to her role at Trinity. “Lindsay came to us equipped with a depth of musical training and background, but more than that, she came to Trinity with a humble, Christ-like attitude and heart,” said Mrs. Shelley. “It has been a joy to get to know her and to see her ministry begin here at Trinity School as she touches lives through music instruction.” Lindsay has found the fit to be perfect as well. “It's been wonderful because of the principal, teachers, and students that I work with. I always leave school happy and thankful for Trinity. I did not realize how attached I was going to become to the sweet children—that’s something that cannot be fully understood until it's actually experienced! My desire to teach music has somewhat diminished since I have been at Trinity, because my desire to help children grow in the Lord has grown tremendously. I appreciate the environment Trinity presents to its students.” One signature of Trinity’s Lower School music program for many years has been the Kindergarten Christmas
K5 Teachers • Wendy Hallford, Jennifer Handey, Lindsay Cleveland, Jennifer Loard and Denise Allen
play. For three days, Kindergarten students are transformed into wise men, shepherds, and angels to present the story of the birth of Christ in a simple and beautiful fashion. This is one of the fondest memories for all Trinity students, and this year Lindsay carried on this solid tradition. Kindergartner, Cade Letner, enjoyed participating in this year’s play. He liked seeing and singing for the audience, and he especially likes Miss Cleveland. “She’s nice and fun and I learn a lot from her,” said Cade. Lindsay added, “Because I had never experienced Christmas at Trinity, there was a lot that I did not know, but the teachers were patient and encouraging as we figured things out together!” Experiencing the unique community at Trinity has been a blessing for Lindsay since her arrival. “The love shared between teachers is something that can only truly happen when all the teachers share in their faith. Because I grew up in a public school system, I did not know systems like Trinity even existed. One cannot fully understand the environment of a Christian school until they experience it themselves. God gave the glue that keeps us together, and I am so thankful He has allowed me to be a part of the faculty at Trinity.”
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Trinity Recognized With Prestigious Apple Distinguished School Award Trinity celebrated being named an Apple Distinguished School Monday, March 11th, with a recognition assembly in Willett Hall. Leaders from Montgomery, including Mayor Todd Strange, as well as visitors from the Apple Corporate Headquarters in Cupertino, California, were on hand to offer congratulations to students, faculty, and parents. Dr. Allen Clark, former Board President, gave a historical account of how Trinity was initially linked to Apple, leading to the implementation of the 1:1 program. After hearing from Dr. Clark, Adair Caperton of
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ONLY SCHOOL IN THE RIVER REGION GIVEN THIS PRESTIGIOUS HONOR
Apple, Inc., and Head of School Bob Neu, parents and guests were ushered into the Media Center to view firsthand how students and teachers are using technology in the classroom. Trinity is the only school in the River Region boasting this distinction and only one of four in the state of Alabama. Trinity Presbyterian School was named an Apple Distinguished School for the 2012-2013 school year for its implementation of 21st century learning methodologies in the classroom and throughout the
school. Trinity’s 1:1 program provides 6th-12th graders with 24/7 access to a MacBook Air or MacBook Pro while other classes benefit from rolling MacBook labs, iPad centers and iPod centers.
The Apple Distinguished School designation is reserved for schools that integrate Apple technology in education and meet criteria for the five best practices: visionary leadership, innovative teaching and learning, ongoing professional learning, compelling evidence of success, and a flexible learning environment.
“Technology is not the end; it is a means to an end,” according to Bob Neu, Trinity’s former Head of School. “It is a tool to equip students with the skills requisite to be successful in the 21st century world. The real stars are the teachers who accepted the challenges of incorporating new technology and methods into the ways they teach. Trinity is leading our community in 21st century learning, but we know that while technology supports learning, it is the teachers that make it all work.” The selection of Trinity Presbyterian School as an Apple Distinguished School highlights its successes in enhancing and extending teaching and learning with thoughtful and innovative implementations of technology. Trinity School is Montgomery’s foremost educational institution binding academic excellence with Christian perspective. Trinity was one of the first schools in the tricounty area of Montgomery, Alabama to implement a 1:1 laptop initiative. Using the latest Apple technology, Trinity teachers provide students with a foundation of skills critical for success in the 21st Century. Their students use this knowledge in ways that promote creative thinking, thoughtful exploration, and problem solving. The Apple devices that are provided allow them to connect to and collaborate with students and teachers in their school community as well as to people and classrooms around the world. Trinity’s pledge is to provide a top-notch, cutting-edge academic program, coupled with the very best in arts, athletics, and Christian worldview integration. Summer 2013
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A Runaway Success!
Run the Race 5K AND FUN RUN/WALK TRINITY’S ANNUAL RUN THE RACE EVENT IS A HIGHLIGHT OF THE SCHOOL YEAR
The weather cooperated Saturday morning, October 13, producing the perfect day for Trinity’s annual “Run the Race” 5K and Fun Run. Families of runners enjoyed inflatables, face-painting and delicious barbecue and banana pudding from sponsor, Dreamland and the Alley Station. Nancy’s Italian Ice also provided “cool” treats for runners and their families. Thomas Stallings, Trinity Senior and member of the cross-country team, was the overall male winner with a winning time of 19’ 59” and Amelia Davis, a Trinity mom, was the overall female winner of the 5K. Fun Run winners were Luke Adams and Halle Wiswall.
Overall Winners Female Amelia Davis Male Thomas Stallings Age 10 and under Mary Elizabeth Hill Carter Clark Ages 11-14 Savannah Elrod Cole Brown Ages 15-19 Emily Eagerton Michael Sellers Ages 20-29 Michelle Gonzalez Bobby Trott Ages 30-39 Kellie Clements Bubba Skipworth Ages 40-49 McClellan Williams Price Bishop Ages 50+ Beverly Thomas Jeff Shelley
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AN EVENT-FILLED WEEK FOR STUDENTS, FACULTY, ALUMNI, FAMILY AND FRIENDS
The week of homecoming at Trinity was fun for all Wildcats—young and old. Plenty of Wildcats turned out to show their spirit for all the “dress-up” days, while the Middle School Cheerleaders kicked off the week with a pep rally for K4 & K5 classes. On homecoming day, there were activities for everyone, including the annual homecoming parade, the pep rally—music provided by Trinity’s faculty “drum line,” and finally the football game that evening with homecoming court recognized at halftime. It was also senior night, as well as reunions for several Trinity classes.
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The Lower School enjoyed a month-long culture study of South Korea. Third graders hosted a kick-off event in Willett Hall. They sang several songs in English and Korean. Having visited South Korea this past summer, Senior Molly Catherine Brown shared her experiences from South Korea and a brief video of her travels to South Korea. Third graders escorted classes through the Lower School hallways to view Korean street art and murals. The journey ended with a Korean treat! Students enjoyed an exciting month of study! Exhibits from South Korea were on display in the hallways for the entire month. Each grade level chose an area to research and share about by the end of the month. The Lower School Faculty had four learning goals for this culture study: 1 Teach concepts through interactive exhibits 2 Use an interdisciplinary approach to study a country 3 Teach critical thinking skills 4 Develop an understanding and appreciation of the people and culture of South Korea
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TRINITY EIGHTH GRADE 15 17 STUDENTS ENJOY THEIR ANNUAL TRIP TO WASHINGTON, D. C. AND RECEIVE A SPECIAL INVITATION FROM THE PRESIDENT The Trinity 8th grade class traveled to Washington, D.C. in January for their annual trip. While visiting the White House, they were invited to watch President Obama depart on Marine One from the White House south lawn. Students and faculty were thrilled and honored by the President’s invitation. The President was on his way to the Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, which happened to be where the 8th graders were going later that day. Pictured on this page
President Obama boarding Marine One as Bob Neu, Kerry Palmer, and Trinity 8th grade students look on.
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LOWER SCHOOL SPECIAL EVENTS
Second Graders Celebrate Trinity’s
Trinity's K4 Class Picks Out the Perfect Christmas Tree! The Trinity K4 Class went to the Wadsworth tree farm on Friday, November 30 and picked out the perfect Christmas tree for their classroom. K4 teachers, Jana Evans and Erin Glover, cut down the Christmas tree as the students looked on with amazement and cheers. After loading the tree and transporting it back to school, the students decorated it with decorations and ornaments they had made earlier in the week.
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Annual Grandparents’ Day Second Grade students served as hosts for Trinity’s Annual Grandparents’ Day. The students performed several songs for their special guests, treated them to a delightful reception, and presented handmade gifts as a token of their appreciation. Grandparents' Day is a fun conclusion to the student's social studies unit on family. Students and grandparents alike had a wonderful time. Robertson’s Photography was on hand to take pictures of each second grader with their grandparents. Second Grader Katharine Moore, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jerome T. Moore III (Drennen), is pictured above with her grandparents, Dr. and Mrs. John Payne.
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DID YOU KNOW EGGPLANT IS A FRUIT? THE K5 CLASS KNOWS IT IS! To wrap up their study about communities, the K5 class went on a field trip to Marco's Pizza and The Fresh Market in the Perry Hill Road Shopping Center. Marco's Pizza owner and State Representative, Jay Love, talked to the K5 class about communities and citizen responsibilities. Marco's manager, Chris, took the students into the kitchen and showed them how to make pizza using the equipment needed to run the restaurant. Students were very impressed that the refrigerator was big enough for the whole class to fit inside! Students and chaperones were treated to fresh, delicious pizza and drinks. After their visit to Marco's Pizza, the students walked down to The Fresh Market. Manager James Besler greeted each child with their very own reusable shopping bag that included coupons and a bottled water. He then took students on a tour of the store where he taught them about healthy eating. Mr. Besler taught the children many facts about produce. For instance, the most popular fruit at The Fresh Market are bananas, and eggplant is a fruit窶馬ot a vegetable. The students were given samples of apples and bananas to add to their shopping bags. Mr. Besler quizzed the students on fun facts, and correct answers were rewarded with gift cards to The Fresh Market. The students learned more about these businesses and how they contribute to the community.
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TRINITY SCHOOL SENIOR
Nina Smith Named a National Merit Finalist Trinity School Senior Nina Smith was named a National Merit FINALIST in the 2013 National Merit Scholarship Program. She is among an elite group that represents less than 1 percent of U.S. high school seniors. Trinity Senior Nina Smith is an intelligent and gifted student with a cumulative grade point average of 4.32. In addition to being named a National Merit Finalist, she was recently selected as an AP Scholar with Honor. Nina has been awarded numerous accolades during her years at Trinity. Some of these accolades include the Awards for the Highest Grade Point Average in AP Biology, AP U.S. History, Honors Anatomy and Physiology, and French III. In addition, she is the recipient of the Henry C. Meader Academic Scholarship, Harvard Book Award, and the Sewanee Book Award. Nina has also placed first in many areas of Alabama’s State and Regional Science Olympiad, the Scholar’s Bowl, as well as the Regional EnviroBowl, serving as team captain. She is a member of the National Honor Society, National French Honor Society, National Forensics League, and Key Club. She has also participated in Trinity’s spring musical productions, Anything Goes and Crazy for You. Nina excelled in Trinity School’s rigorous college-preparatory environment by selecting courses that include Honors and Advanced Placement courses. As a senior, she took five Advanced Placement courses. The AP Art History class she took is actually offered off-campus at the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts. Nina is also very active in the Prattville First Presbyterian Church and has been a teacher’s assistant in teaching English as a second language at the church and on the mission field in El Paso, Texas. Nina plans to attend Georgetown University.
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How Much Weight Can Your Spaghetti Bridge Support? Physics students at Trinity studied forces in one
Trinity Senior Jacqueline Morris Named Commended Student in the 2013 National Merit Scholarship Program About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation were recognized for their exceptional academic promise. Jacqueline placed among the top 5% of more than 1.5 million students who entered the 2013 competition by taking the 2011 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). “Recognizing academically talented students plays a fundamental role in the advancement of educational excellence within our nation,” commented an NMSC spokesperson. “The young people recognized as Commended students represent some of the best and brightest minds in the country as demonstrated by their outstanding performance in our highly competitive program.”
dimension and were assigned the task of designing and constructing truss bridges of nothing more than uncooked spaghetti and hot glue. To help students get started, they tested paper bridges and learned how arches, and particularly triangles, could provide so much more support force than an ordinary flat bridge. The bridges were tested with how many rolls of pennies they could support. The winning design was produced by engineering extraordinaire Daniel Green. His bridge had a mass of 215.39 grams and supported a whopping total 10,331 grams (10.3 kg, 22.8 lbs) —that's fortyeight times its own mass! The class ran out of rolls of pennies and had to resort to masses, fishing sinkers, and a science book before the bridge even began to crack. Other top contenders were Jacqueline Morris, whose bridge supported 40.5 times its own mass; Colton Bassett, whose bridge supported 36 times its own mass; and Stephen Neu, whose bridge supported 33 times its own mass.
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Trinity Forensics Team Competes in Atlanta
FOURTEEN TRINITY STUDENTS EARN AP SCHOLAR AWARDS Fourteen Trinity students have earned AP Scholar Awards in recognition of their exceptional achievement on AP Exams. The College Board's Advanced Placement Program® (AP®) provides willing and academically prepared students with the opportunity to take rigorous college-level courses while still in high school, and to earn college credit, advanced placement, or both for successful performance on the AP Exams. About 18 percent of the more than 1.9 million students worldwide who took AP Exams performed at a sufficiently high level to also earn an AP Scholar Award. The College Board recognizes several levels of achievement based on student' performance on AP Exams: Sarah Young (‘12) qualified for the AP scholar with Distinction Award by earning an average score of a least 3.5 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams. Six of Trinity’s alumni qualified for the AP Scholar with Honor Award while at Trinity, by earning an average score of a least 3.25 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams. These students were Camille Carpenter (‘12), Jackson Fendley (‘12), Lauren Kendrick (’12), Stone Phillips (’12), Sarah Kathryn Portis (’12), and Nina Smith (’13). Additionally, seven students qualified for the AP Scholar Award by completing three or more AP Exams with scores of 3 or higher. The AP Scholars were Ashlyn Brown, Christopher Colee, Tanner Cox, Kelsey Henderson, Dawson Morris, Jacqueline Morris, and Romil Patel—all 2013 Trinity graduates. Trinity 2013 senior students who qualified as AP Scholars with their AP scores as juniors: Romil Patel, Nina Smith, Tanner Cox, Jacqueline Morris, and Christopher Colee
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The Trinity Forensics Team competed in a tournament on January 11-13 at Grady High School in Atlanta, Georgia. Trinity was the only school from Alabama among the 33 schools who attended from Georgia, Tennessee, South Carolina and North Carolina. Junior Caroline Stewart placed 3rd in “Poetry/Prose”—her personal best. Senior Abby Betts placed in the Top 10 in “Poetry/Prose” in a field of 35 individuals. Senior Sam Hansen placed in the Top 10 in “Impromptu Speaking” in a field of 45 individuals. Sam Hansen and Caroline Stewart placed 5th in “Duo Interpretation” in a field of 19 teams.
Forensics Team Competitors—Caroline Stewart, Sam Hensen and Abby Betts
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SEVENTH GRADERS DAZZLE AND BEDAZZLE MAKING CELLS FOR LIFE SCIENCE CLASS This year Mrs. Jackson's 7th grade Life Science class studied the structure of cells. To reinforce the concept the 7th graders designed and built their own cells. They could choose between an animal or a plant cell and had to find a creative way to show the structures and organelles. When the students brought their creations to school, there were many different interpretations. Students used anything from clay, styrofoam, and legos to edible ingredients like candy and cakes. This fun project is one of the highlights of the year in Mrs. Jackson's class. It provides a fun and creative way for students to learn about the structure of a cell.
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Have You Ever Heard of a Pelephant, a Glerbedib, a Peackodor, or a Blosus Wingard Urkas?
Trinity Fourth Graders’ Pumpkin Project After completing several chapters in Science, including Adaptations and Ecosystems, Trinity 4th grade students participated in a pumpkin project, which involved creating an animal (that doesn't exist) using a pumpkin for part of its body. In class, the students drew their pumpkin animal on paper and began to think about what their animal would look like and what it would be called (scientific name). They also had to determine the animal's body parts and behavior adaptations (such as migrating, hibernating), the animal's environment, the animal's predator and prey, the diet of the animal, as well as its instincts and learned behavior. Time was spent in the Mac Lab typing each of these parts that would later be arranged on a poster that each child turned in detailing the adaptations of their animal. Much thought and planning went into this entire assignment. Each student introduced his or her animals in class.
ENVIROBOWL TEAM Wins Regional Competition The Trinity EnviroBowl Team placed first in the regional competition on January 11 at AUM. EnviroBowl is a double-elimination, question and answer competition played between two high school teams consisting of four students each. The questions are designed to test the students’ knowledge of the environment and related fields, such as forestry, wildlife, chemistry, waste management, ecology, geology and pollution. Team members pictured above (left to right): Jake Singleton, Nina Smith (captain), Kristian Duraski, and Blair Davis.
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AP UNITED STATES HISTORY CLASS
TANNER COX IS THE CLASS 3A BRYANT-JORDAN SCHOLAR-ATHLETE AWARD WINNER FOR THE STATE OF ALABAMA Trinity Senior, Tanner Cox, was awarded the Class 3A BryantJordan Scholar-Athlete for the State of Alabama on April 8 at the 2013 banquet in Birmingham. Tanner has a cumulative grade point average of 4.30 and is truly an outstanding scholar– athlete! He lettered in basketball and soccer for the past four years. Tanner was co-captain of Trinity’s varsity basketball team and averaged 11.3 points per game, while leading the team in assists, steals, blocked shots and free throw percentage of 71%. Tanner was named to the Alabama High School Athletic Association All-Star Soccer Team and named First Team AllMetro by the Montgomery Advertiser in soccer his junior year. Tanner served as the 2012-2013 president of Trinity's Student Government Association. He was a member and vice president of the National Honor Society and was also a member of the National French Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta (honorary math society), and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Tanner was an Advanced Placement (AP) National Scholar and was named a Furman and Wofford Scholar. He is an active member of the Morningview Baptist Church where he serves as president of the Student Leadership Team. He has also participated in mission trips to Ecuador and Philadelphia. Tanner is one of those exceptional young men whose career at Trinity is an example of what is best about today’s young people. He is the perfect example of an outstanding student-athlete and is most deserving of the Bryant-Jordan Outstanding Student-Athlete Award— which recognizes Alabama students who have by ability and effort achieved a level of excellence in the areas of academics and athletics. Ninety-six scholarships are awarded annually to deserving high school seniors from schools that are members of the Alabama High School Athletic Association. The program has grown from an $8,000 award program to now awarding over $800,000 in scholarships.
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Exploring NORMAN ROCKWELL’S AMERICA
The Advanced Placement United States history class recently took a field trip to the Birmingham Museum of Art to view “Norman Rockwell's America.” The exhibit featured dozens of Rockwell's paintings as well as all his Saturday Evening Post covers. After viewing the exhibit, students went to Railroad Park for a picnic lunch. When they returned to school, students completed an activity in which they used one of Rockwell's works as the inspiration for their own modern photograph. Using props, costumes, and backdrops, students shot their photographs and then wrote an explanation of how their work compared with Rockwell's original work. Front Row • Sarah Green, Regan Goocher, Tori Chancellor, Mary Elizabeth Newman, Ali Lincoln Back row • Hannah Green, Stephen Neu, Fox Carlson, Jarrett Moseley, Becca Murdoch
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Trinity Olympiad Science Team Places FIRST in Regional Competition
Trinity 7th Grade Students Selected to Participate in Duke TIP Talent Search
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The High School Science Olympiad Team placed first in the Regional Competition that was held at Springhill College in Mobile on Saturday, March 2. The students worked hard in preparation for this competition. The following students received medals for placing in the top three for their events: FIRST PLACE WINNERS Astronomy Boomilever Dynamic Planet Experimental Design Forensics Forestry Rocks and Minerals Water Quality
Jake Singleton • Cole Debardelaben Cassie Felder • Jarrett Moseley Kristian Duraski • Regan Goocher James Pate • Jacqueline Morris Regan Goocher Jake Singleton • Kristian Duraski Nina Smith • Jacqueline Morris Cassie Felder • Jarrett Moseley Kristian Duraski • Nina Smith
SECOND PLACE WINNERS Anatomy Chemistry Lab Circuit Lab Designer Genes Elastic Launched Glider Magnetic Levitation Materials Science Remote Sensing
Jacqueline Morris • Nina Smith Tanner Cox • Marley Sport Caleb Redden • Jacob Redden Jacqueline Morris • Regan Goocher Alex Mershon • Jarrett Moseley Jake Singleton • Cole Debardelaben Marley Sport • James Pate Jake Singleton • Cole Debardelabon
THIRD PLACE WINNERS Disease Detective
Kristian Duraski • Jacqueline Morris
Over fifty Trinity School 7th graders were selected to participate in the Duke TIP Talent Search based on their scores in the 95th percentile or higher on one or more of the subtests on either of their two most recent standardized achievement, aptitude, or mental ability tests. The 7th Grade Talent Search helps educators and families find out how advanced their students’ abilities truly are and what level of educational challenge is appropriate. Eligible 7th graders are invited to take either the ACT or SAT college entrance exams, which allows them greater insight into their abilities and also provides them with valuable benefits and resources.
First Row • Forrest Faulkner, Collier Wilson, Emmalyne Phillips, Charlie Ward, Wallace Bryan, Katie Scott. Second Row • Jack Jones, Daniel Sellers, Trace Patterson, Echols Jones, Lauren Hemmings, Meredith Kingry, Ellie Crawford, Mary Pruitt Mantel. Third Row • Wells Rutland, Christopher Howard, Weldon Willis, Myra Rivers Dorey, Maria Stevenson, Jessica Wilson, Madison Johnston. Fourth Row • Dawson Oliver, Tucker Bryan, Will Holmes, Joy Bishop, Miller Johnson, Ashlynn Turenne, Madison Bowen, Katherine Albrecht. Fifth Row • John Alan Darden, Jonathon Green, Jack Yohn, Mary Emily Taylor, Caroline Chapman, Thomas Amster, Ben Pope. Fifth Row • Jackson Davis, Bradon Kuhl, Luke Hufham, Jackson Younger, Chase Lee, Reed Henderson, Ethan Fekete, Samuel Henderson, Henry Britton. Not pictured • Sage Clingan, Ensley Craven, Sam Farris, Ben Loftis, Will Merrill, Turner Sims
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Two Trinity Seniors Performed in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City Caroline Cooper and Lauren Kingry performed with the Spirit of America Productions in the 86th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on Thanksgiving Day in New York City. This group consists of captains and co-captains from dance/cheer teams from across the nation. They received this honor this past summer in Memphis, Tennessee at the Universal Dance Association Camp that the Trinity Wildcat Paws Dance Team attended. Caroline and Lauren enjoyed meeting other dancers at the event as they represented Trinity at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
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ARTWORK SELECTED FOR ART EXHIBIT AT THE MONTGOMERY MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS Eighth Graders, Katie Jackson and Brian Roth (pictured above) had their artwork selected for the MMFA corridor exhibition, Art That Transforms, in connection with the museum exhibition Accumulations: The Art of Joelle Ford and Stephen T. Johnson. There were nearly 170 entries from 14 different schools. Katie and Brian used non-traditional materials and recycled objects, in combination with traditional drawing and painting media. The exhibit was open October 6, 2012 through January 6, 2013 at the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts.
2012 Overall Most Entertaining Band The Wildcat Pride Marching Band traveled to its first contest of the 2012 marching season in Daleville, Alabama where 25 bands competed at Daleville High School. The band received superior ratings in band, color guard, dance line, drum major, majorettes, and percussion. The Wildcat Band received the highest award of the contest, the “2012 Overall Most Entertaining Band!”
Sixth Grader, Reese Lynch, Starred in ‘To Kill A Mockingbird’ Trinity 6th Grader, Reese Lynch, played "Jem Finch" in Alabama Shakespeare Theatre's production of To Kill A Mockingbird. The 6th grade attended the March 5 performance, while the Trinity 9th and 10th graders saw the performance on March 6.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WILDCAT PRIDE MARCHING BAND FOR BEING NAMED "MOST ENTERTAINING BAND" AT LOCAL COMPETITION
Set in Depression-era Monroeville, Alabama, To Kill A Mockingbird is told through the voice of the beloved tomboy Scout Finch. This Pulitzer Prize-winning tale embodies the life-long lessons of childhood, fairness and the courage to stand up for what is right, no matter the cost. The play ran from March 8-May 18 at ASF.
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The Music Man Comes to Trinity!
Performing to a Capacity-filled Willet Hall for Three Nightly Performances Over 125 students participated in Trinity School’s production of the classic musical, The Music Man. The play was a grand success performing to a capacity-filled Willett Hall on all three nightly performances, February 28-March 2. Trinity’s annual musical is a unique opportunity for students. Any 10th-12th grader can be in the play and it is completely student-run—from the set design, lights, sound, props, makeup, and choreography. It is a culmination of their work done during classes taken at Trinity. The Music Man, directed by Mala Kelley and produced by Laura Williams, was the 19th musical produced by the Trinity Drama Department. 30 24
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2nd Annual Veterans Concert A Salute to Our Veterans
Trinity Upper School Students Win STATE Art Awards Trinity Junior KK Carlson won the “Best of Show in Drawing Among State” in the 2013 Visual Arts Achievement Program. Senior Hayden Payne participated in the 2013 Senior Scholarship Program and won the “Alabama State Council on the Arts Scholarship Competition” in the 2013 Visual Arts Achievement Program. KK Carlson, Upper School Art Teacher Becky Miller, and Hayden Payne
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The Trinity Presbyterian School Symphonic Band featuring the Trinity Show Choir performed its 2nd Annual Salute to Veterans Concert at Trinity Presbyterian Church on Wednesday, February 13. The concert included American folk tunes, patriotic selections, and an Armed Forces Medley recognizing all five of the branches of the military.
Trinity Dance Ensemble Wins Best Choreography in the Panoply Arts Festival Choreography Competition Trinity Dance Ensemble Level IV and V won Best Choreography in the Panoply Arts Festival Choreography Competition, which was held on Friday, April 26 in Huntsville, Alabama. The Ensemble performed in the ballet category and won Best Choreography in the Ballet Division! Ensemble dancers include Emory Johnston, Anna Slawson, Jordyn Meeks, Virginia Reid, Caroline Ward, Caroline Colee, Kacey Tinney, Sarah Kate Etheredge, Caroline Lee, Annelise Patterson, Gracie Champion, Penelope Faulk, Katie Windham, and Autumn Thaggard.
MORE THAN FOUR DECADES AGO, a visionary group of community leaders and concerned parents came together from Trinity Presbyterian Church with the dream of building a school that would bind academic excellence with Christian perspective. They dreamed of building leaders who would possess the mental, physical, and spiritual strength to accomplish great things and stand strong in a challenging world.
OUR 2013 SENIOR CLASS IS A SHINING EXAMPLE OF THE VISION AND MISSION OF TRINITY PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL
76 OUTSTANDING GRADUATES EARNING MORE THAN $3.4 MILLION IN SCHOLARSHIPS WITH 1 NATIONAL MERIT FINALIST AND 1 COMMENDED NATIONAL MERIT STUDENT—ATTENDING 19 DIFFERENT INSTITUTIONS—9 IN-STATE AND 10 OUT-OF-STATE
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JUNIOR VARSITY AND VARSITY
Volleyball Teams Win First Capital City Mayor’s Cup! Both the Junior Varsity and Varsity Volleyball Teams won the inaugural Capital City Mayor's Cup in their respective divisions on August 25, 2012 at the new multipurpose facility at Cramton Bowl.
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The JV volleyball team defeated St. James, UMS, Jeff Davis, and Tallasee in pool play. In the semi-final game Trinity beat ACA to advance to the championship game. They
defeated St. James again to win the championship. The team combined for 52 aces led by Elisabeth Bowman with 17. Trinity had 58 kills—Elizabeth Poundstone with 15 and Elizabeth Bowman with 12. Parker Reynolds had 24 assists followed by Anna Lee Curles with 19 and Mary Baker Jones with 13. Varsity Volleyball Team pictured with Mayor Todd Strange after winning the Capital City Mayor's Cup and Junior Varsity Volleyball Team after winning the Capital City Mayor's Cup
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The Lady Wildcats made their first appearance since 1999 in the “Elite Eight” and lost a hard fought game to Midfield by the score of 57-44 at the Alabama State's Acadome February 23, 2013. Janie Hampton and Claire Wilder received MVP awards for the regional tournament.
FIRST APPEARANCE SINCE 1999 IN THE “ELITE EIGHT”
PHOTO AT LEFT: Front Row • Left to Right: Emily Eagerton, Marley Sport, Leeanne Phillips, Claire Wilder Back Row • Left to Right: Hannah Green, Anna Lee Curles, Joy Funderburk, Sophie Burks, Janie Hampton, Regan Goocher Coaches: Blake Smith and Megan Smith
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Commits to the University of South Alabama Baseball Team
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Trinity Senior Brock Stevens signed a baseball scholarship with the University of South Alabama on November 14, 2012. Brock was a part of Trinity's 2012 and 2013 Baseball State Championship Teams. As a sophomore in 2011, Brock was the ace of the Trinity pitching staff going 8-1 with a 2.13 ERA with 7 starts in 13 total appearances. He limited opposing hitters to a .211 batting average and struck out 75 in 49.1 innings. In between the 2011 and 2012 season, Brock had Tommy John surgery to repair his right (pitching) elbow. He spent all of the 2012 regular season hitting for Trinity, but he was able to earn a save in the Wildcats' 2012 series-clinching semi-final game against Montevallo. Brock struck out the only two batters he faced to close out the game and the series, sending Trinity to the class 3A state finals, where they won the 2012 state championship. He closed game 1 of the finals recording the final 5 outs.
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Director of Athletics Harold Hilliard, Brock Stevens, and Head Baseball Coach Ken Whittle
A PROUD DAY FOR TRINITY SCHOOL ATHLETICS Brock pictured with Director of Athletics Harold Hilliard, Brock's dad, Slay Stevens, Brock's mom, Sarah Beth Stevens, and Head Baseball Coach Ken Whittle
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FOLLOWING A FAMILY TRADITION
DAVID GROSS
Signs Football Scholarship with Troy University WILDCAT COACH RANDY RAGSDALE HAS WITNESSED
GROSS’ MATURATION OVER THE YEARS AND UNDERSTANDS THE SOURCE “David has been blessed to be with a family that has loved him over the years. He has some physical size and a good mind, but I choose to believe that having family members that have gone through what he is experiencing is a great advantage. They can show him what’s expected of him as a man because they have modeled it themselves,” Ragsdale said.
Trinity Senior, David Gross, signed a football scholarship with Troy University on February 6, 2013 in a signing ceremony held in the Trinity gym lobby. He will play offensive lineman (left tackle) for Troy. David entertained several offers from other schools, but “prayed about it and felt like Troy would be the best fit.” Competing in the offensive trenches seems to be part of Gross’ genetic makeup. His uncle, Lee Gross, was a star center at Auburn in the early ’70s before a five-year career in the NFL with New Orleans and the Baltimore Colts. In addition, his first cousin is former Auburn quarterback and retired major league baseball player Gabe Gross. Both were in attendance at Gross’ signing. “There’s been a certain amount of expectation because of my uncle and cousin,” Gross said. “But I never felt that was a bad thing. I never felt like I had to prove anything because of my potential, but instead it motivated me to succeed because of my family.”
Pictured with David (left to right)— Director of Athletics Harold Hilliard, David's mom, Donna Gross, David's dad, Presley Gross, and Head Football Coach, Randy Ragsdale
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Trinity Track & Field Concludes 2013 Season :
Boys Finish Runner-Up in STATE Class 3A and...
WESLEY CURLES SETS NEW STATE RECORD! The Trinity Boy's Track and Field Team competed in the State 3A meet on May 3-4, 2013 with only 9 qualifiers and took the runner-up trophy! During the two-day meet many of the athletes set personal records and Wesley Curles set a state meet record in the 1600m with a time of 4:25.29. Wesley also won the 3200m with a time of 9:55.54, 800m with a time of 1:58.95 and was part of the 4x800m relay team with Davis Mann, Thomas Stallings and Will Patty who placed 3rd. The 4x400m relay team of Davis Mann, Will Patty, Dalton White and Thomas Stallings placed 1st with a time of 3:39.05. Davis Mann placed second in the 400m dash, Thomas Stallings third in the 400m and second in the 800m. Dalton White placed 8th in the 400m. In the field events Jarrett Moseley placed 4th in the discus. The 4x100m relay team of Jarrett Moseley, Dalton White, Kirby Jacks and Cory Davis placed 14th. Trent Mann finished 18th in the javelin. The girl's track and field team also competed in the state meet. Shea Henry placed 6th in the 200m and 8th in the 100m. The 4x100m relay team of Shea Henry, Hannah Allen, Madison Tylicki and Mary Martin Mooneyham placed 13th. Madison Tylicki placed 17th in the 400m and in the field events Mary Grace Burks placed 17th.
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Boy's Track and Field Team State 3A Runner-up—left to right: Thomas Stallings, Wesley Curles, Dalton White, Davis Mann, and Will Patty
Trinity Junior Wesley Curles Wins Cross-Country 3A State Championship Trinity Junior Wesley Curles was victorious in the AHSAA Class 3A state cross-country meet at Oakville on November 10, 2012. Wesley clocked in at 16:41.21 to win the individual championship. Senior Thomas Stallings finished 9th overall out of 150 runners. Sophomore Joy McRae finished 14th out of 150 runners in the girls division. Junior Emily Eagerton finished with her best time of the year at the state meet. The boys cross-country team made their first appearance at a state competition and finished 4th overall with strong times by the top five on the team. The top five finished with a time 20 minutes or below. This group includes Harrison Lott, Cooper McCurry, T.A Sluis, Wesley Curles and Thomas Stallings.
The future of Trinity’s cross-country team is very promising with the performance by the 7th and 8th graders this year. This group includes Cole Brown, Adam Hall, Brian Roth, Wells Rutland, Collier Wilson, Phelps Williams, Sam Nunn, Mac Parsons and Weldon Willis.
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Varsity Softball Team Are Area Champs! The Trinity varsity softball team defeated Thorsby 8-3 and Central Coosa 10-1 May 3, 2013 to win their area tournament.
Against Thorsby, Emily Stone was the winning pitcher and had 2 RBIs. Claire Wilder was 3 for 5 with 2 stolen bases, Harrison Robertson was 4 for 5 with 2 stolen bases and 2 RBIs, Dawson Williams was 3 for 4 with 3 RBIs, Leeanne Phillips was 3 for 4, and Regan Goocher was 2 for 4. Betsy Powell added an RBI. Against Central Coosa, Betsy Powell was the winning pitcher with 10 strikeouts. Players were chosen from each team to make up the Area All-Tournament team. The All-Tournament team members for Trinity were: Harrison Robertson, Dawson Williams, Mary Stuart Goocher, and Emily Stone. Claire Wilder was chosen as the tournament MVP. Summer 2013
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The Trinity baseball team won the Class 3A state baseball championship on May 17 at Riverwalk Stadium, against Mars Hill Bible School. On Thursday, May 16, the Wildcats earned a 9-2 victory in the first game of the championship series. Trinity pitcher Allen Wood (13-0) allowed just two hits in a complete-game shutout (8-0) in Friday’s game. “One of our goals was to come back and repeat,” said Trinity senior Allen Wood.
“Coach Whittle told us from day one it wasn’t going to be easy. We came to work every day. We believed in what he was telling us, that team is what brings everything together. You can’t win with one guy or two. He really instilled that into us.” The Wildcats (33-8) won 10 of its 11 playoff games, losing only to No. 1-ranked W.S. Neal, previously unbeaten, in game one of last week’s semifinal series. Hall of Fame Coach, Ken Whittle, never doubted his team and their ability to repeat as state champs. Whittle began his coaching career at Trinity in 1981 and has won 5 state championships since that time, including 1985, 1996, 2000, 2012, and 2013. “It was a challenge for these guys,” Whittle said. “They recognized it as a challenge. Repeating as State champs had not been done before in Trinity baseball history. I think they took that opportunity to repeat as a challenge.”
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SERVING OUR COMMUNITY
Making a Difference!
Upper School students participated in several community service projects on October 16-17, 2012. More than 140 students volunteered at one of the following organizations: The Salvation Army, MANE, the Children’s Center, the Humane Society, Habitat for Humanity, American Cancer Society, Family Sunshine Center, Frazer Clothes Closet, Child Evangelism Fellowship and House to House (Common Ground). The students assisted each organization in several ways. On Wednesday, the entire senior class went to Camp Chandler. They helped with cleaning, clearing brush and trails, organizing games and activities.
Trinity 1st grader, Mary Massey McCulloch, heard that the Montgomery Humane Society might have to close due to lack of donations. She presented a plan to her teacher, Mrs. McNelley, and Principal, Tami Shelley, to collect donations for the animal shelter. At first it was just the 1st grade participating and soon the entire lower school was involved. The Trinity Lower School brought in supplies and monetary donations for the Montgomery Humane Society. In fact, they had so many that a moving truck had to transport all the supplies! Everything from pet food, chew toys, dog beds, to cleaning supplies were donated.
WILDCAT GIRLS SERVE UP SOME PANCAKES! The annual Wildcat Girl pancake breakfast was held at the Applebees on the Atlanta Highway on Saturday, January 26. The Wildcat Girls were so pleased to serve over 100 people a breakfast of pancakes and sausage. Many family members and teachers came to support the girls. The Wildcat Girls were able to raise over $1,000. Proceeds from the Wildcat Girl pancake breakfast went to the UAB Bobby Jack Armstrong scholarship in memory of Candler Reynolds' grandfather.
Trinity Students Bring Christmas Cheer to Pediatric Wing of Baptist Hospital The Trinity Key Club visited Baptist South Hospital Wednesday, December 19, 2012 to deliver teddy bears and a kind word to children on the pediatric wing of Baptist Hospital South. Club members were able to go into each room and deliver the bears
and a card with scripture on it confirming the “reason for the season!” Many of the children were in for flu and other respiratory illnesses. They were all thrilled to receive the bears!
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Trinity Senior Molly Catherine Brown was recognized as the River Region Volunteer of the Year in the youth category (18 and under) at the Volunteer of the Year Celebration on April 25, 2013 at Trinity Church Hall. The award, which is sponsored by HandsOn River Region and the Junior League of Montgomery, is given in recognition of those dedicated to serving others and their positive impact on the community.
Molly Catherine has served as a Wildcat Girl (Trinity School’s ambassadors) for the past three years. She organized a fundraiser, "Annie’s Smile” for
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dental hygiene products to be taken to an orphanage in Bulgaria. Over 400 toothbrushes and toothpaste were collected and delivered by missionaries to the orphanage.
Molly Catherine embraces high ideals, whose life choices are guided by personal integrity, selflessness, and a commitment to community
Molly Catherine is currently serving as president of "Volunteers in Action." Through Molly’s work with "Volunteers in Action," she has been involved in many activities. She conducted a "Sports Day" at a local YMCA for less fortunate children. She participated in a "Live Healthy" after school program for Harrison Elementary School students. She assisted in planting rose bushes, painting, power washing, and cleaning the Easter Seals building during their beautification project. She set up a "Teen Forum" in which she helped with difficult issues in the lives of teens. She also assisted with the "Jingle Bell Run for Arthritis."
SHE IS TRULY THE BEST OF TOMORROW’S LEADERS WITH A SERVANT'S HEART
Molly Catherine embraces high ideals, whose life choices are guided by personal integrity, selflessness, and a commitment to community. She is one of those exceptional young ladies whose career at Trinity is an example of what is best about today’s young people. She is truly the best of tomorrow’s leaders with a servant’s heart.
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Missions Committee Launches NEW Project
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Change Small Things Can Make a BIG Difference
The Trinity Missions Committee started a new mission project during the 2012-13 school year entitled “Change 4 Change.” Each Wednesday, students were encouraged to bring their loose change and drop it into their class jar or bucket. As an incentive and a reminder, Trinity students were Change 4 encouraged to wear “Change 4 Change is truly Change” t-shirts each Wednesday. impacting lives The money raised went into a across our cumulative fund that the Missions community and Committee distributed to many local around the and international ministries. “Change world 4 Change” reminded the students and faculty of how small things can make a big difference. They raised over $5,000 and it was distributed to various causes and organizations:
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students collect items for operation christmas child This year, Trinity’s Key Club led the student body in collecting items for Operation Christmas Child. The 6th through 12th graders were asked to bring in shoe boxes, small toys, school supplies, and hygiene items. The members of the Key Club filled 57 boxes this year which were delivered by Samaritan’s Purse to underprivileged children all over the world! Harrison Pruett Mary Baker Jones Caroline Colee Carrington Cole
Heritage Baptist Church Toy Drive • $1,200 Forgotten Children's Ministry for Courtney Jehle • $1,000 Morgan Hayden with Root Ministries • $1,000 The American Red Cross (Hurricane Sandy relief) • $500 Haiti (craft supplies) • $300 Homeless Ministry • $300 Common Ground • $250 Sav-A-Life • $250 MANE • $250 The Shepherd's Staff • $250
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BOBBY COLE released his latest novel, Moon Underfoot, in January 2013. The novel is available on Amazon. He is the president of Mossy Oak Biologic. Additionally, he is an avid wildlife manager, hunter, and active supporter of the Catch-A-Dream Foundation. He lives with his wife and daughter in West Point, Mississippi. Bobby is also the author of the novel, The Dummy Line.
1984 TIMOTHY SZYMANSKI is currently living in Yuma, Arizona with his wife Diana and children, Madison (11) and Dalton (9). He is a retired United States Marine and employed by the Department of the Navy (USMC).
Office at Samford University. She received her Bachelor of Science degree at Furman University and a Master of Arts at the University of South Carolina. She is married to Michael Latta and they have 4 children: Briggs (11), Bradford (8), Watson (4), and Wells (1).
1989 KIRBY H. WILLIAMS is a real estate and transaction attorney with the Florida law firm of Clark Partington Hart Larry Bond & Stackhouse (www.cphlaw.com). They just opened a new branch office for the firm in WaterColor on 30A in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida.
1990 BRENT WILLETT LATTA lives in Vestavia Hills, Alabama and is a Career Counselor and Success Mentor for the Career Development/ Associate Provost’s
JENNIFER RILEY created the beautiful floral arrangements for the 2013 Kentucky Derby. Jennifer and her team, which included former Trinity students and current parents Amelia Davis and Lauren Ladner, created over 500 arrangements that were enjoyed by thousands at the Oaks and the Derby. Jennifer also stole the show with her outstanding hat and was featured on “Fashionista” and “VH1 Celebrity.”
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LEE HOLMES is a well-known potter living in Fairhope, Alabama. She has been developing her craft for over 10 years, turning out platters and vases in vibrant colors. After receiving a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Converse College, Lee created full lines of tableware incorporating regional themes like the Gulf Coast and Central Alabama woodlands. As Lee continues to spin her magic, see what is fresh out of the kiln at lyonssharegallery.com.
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RODERICK BRENT ANDERSON lives in New York City and is Director of Global Digital Solutions at Ralph Lauren Corporation. He received his Bachelor of Arts in English Literature at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
ERIN MITCHELL BRADSHAW was recently named the Varsity Cheerleading Coach at Trinity School. Erin and her husband, Ben, have two sons, Hudson and Wyatt.
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After winning the UCA National Mascot Championship as Auburn University’s mascot, “Aubie,” TAYLOR GRISWOLD spent 8 years performing in the NBA as the mascot and dunk team coach of the Detroit Pistons. He was featured on ESPN, the CBS Early Show, Fox News, and was most recently seen dunking with his acrobatic dunk team “The Flyte Cru” on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent.” Taylor and his wife relocated to Austin, Texas in 2012. He is the owner of EPIC Entertainment. Based in Austin, EPIC provides interactive shows at public and private events through the state of Texas. EPIC offers jugglers, fire dancers, magicians, etc. Their mission is to use engaging entertainers, such as motivational speakers and mascot performers to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with children at school assemblies and church shows.
2002 JONATHAN BARGANIER, JR. is the Senate and Policy Advisory to Governor Robert Bentley. He and his wife, Leigh Stearns, live in Montgomery, Alabama and have a 10-month old, Nash.
RACHEL THOMAS is a 3rd-year Internal Medicine Resident at the Medical University of South Carolina. She received a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University of Alabama in 2006 and her Medical Degree from the University of South Alabama in 2010. She resides in Charleston, South Carolina.
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MORGAN BERNEY was named the new Associate Director of Marketing and Communications for St. Paul's School in Mobile, Alabama. Morgan attended the University of Alabama and spent the past five years as the Marketing Manager at the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce. Morgan is thrilled for this new journey in her life and cannot wait to see what God has in store for her in Mobile. JEFFREY SHELLEY attended Auburn University earning a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science in 2007, and a Master's Degree in Biomedical Science in 2008. Jeffrey then attended University
MORGAN HAYDEN • 2007
of Alabama School of Dentistry in Birmingham, graduating in June of 2012. He participated in a General Practice Residency Program this year (2012-13) at the Veteran's Administration in Birmingham. He will begin a threeyear program in orthodontics at the University of Alabama School of Dentistry in July, 2013. Photo above: Dr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Shelley at UAB Dental School Graduation.
2004 KELLI MCNAMARA RIGSBY received a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at the University of Alabama and attended Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine. She is currently a veterinarian in Tuscumbia, Alabama and married to Darrell Rigsby.
DAVID SHELLEY attended Auburn University earning a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science in 2009. David then attended University of Alabama School of Medicine in Birmingham, graduating in May 2013. He begins a four-year residency program in anesthesiology at UAB School of Medicine beginning July 2013. Photo above: Dr. and Mrs. David Shelley at UAB Medical School Graduation.
MORGAN HAYDEN is doing great things in Honduras through Root Ministries—a ministry concerned about the “roots below the surface.” Hayden’s goal since moving to Honduras in May 2011 has been to establish a deeper connection with the people by bringing them a “hope and a future.” Her mission includes focusing on forgotten children, community outreach and prison ministry. Hayden has legal custody of two children in Honduras: Grace (3) and Daniel Paul (1). For more information on Root Ministries, visit www.rootministry.blogspot.com.
And the legacy Plays On!
2005 ROBBIE CHAMPION is the New Media Coordinator for Congressman Tom Graves in the United States House of Representatives. Robbie attended Maryville College and lives in Washington, D.C.
JASON ADAMS '90 AND JOSH HALL '90 were on the first football team that Randy Ragsdale coached at Trinity and now he coaches their sons—Robert Adams and John Hall. To date, they are the only father-and-son players he has coached. Left to right • Jason Adams '90, Robert Adams '16, Coach Randy Ragsdale, John Hall '15 and Josh Hall '90.
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ELISABETH OLIPHINT recently graduated from Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee with a Bachelor's of Business Administration in Music Business. She works at TVV Capital, a private equity firm in downtown Nashville. She serves on the board for the Special Olympics of Tennessee and the Nashville Symphony. She is also on the steering committee of the Symphony's Crescendo Club, and a Nashville Jr. Chamber Member and Ambassador, as well as a Country Music Hall of Fame Troubadour Society Member. His Royal Highness, Prince Edward, The Earl of Wessex, awarded Elisabeth with the “Duke of Edinburgh Award,” an award for excellence in community service, physical fitness, and special skill. She is also Miss Music City 2013 and will be competing for the title of Miss Tennessee in June 2013.
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DONICA KNIGHT • 2008
Singer/songwriter, DONICA KNIGHT just finished her first album, A Southern Heart, which is available on iTunes and www.amazon.com. She has recorded two duets with Ronnie Milsap. More recently, Donica was in concert with Kenny Rogers at the Montgomery Performing Arts Center on February 15, 2013. Trinity’s Dance Team performed with her.
2009 JESSICA EPPERSON recently graduated from Auburn University and will attend the University of Alabama at Birmingham for Medical School.
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Comprised of 45 auditioned singers, “The University Singers” is the premiere vocal ensemble at The University of Alabama School
of Music. SANDY DRAPER is member of this elite group and sang a solo "Breath of Heaven" in their Christmas concert.
2012 JESSY TUCKER was selected to be an Auburn cheerleader for 2013-14. The Auburn cheerleaders cheer at Auburn football, men's and women's basketball, gymnastics and volleyball games. They also assist with sports marketing activities at home swimming meets, diving meets, and home soccer games.
Singer/Song-writer, JESSICA WILLIAMS, is taking a gap year and moving to Nashville to pursue a music career. She has produced three albums and currently working on an EP with Chris Bethea in Florence, Alabama. That EP will have three songs on it and will be available this summer on iTunes. Featuring a different side of Jessica’s music, this EP will be strictly pop music. You can listen to her music on her PureVolume page at www.purevolume. com/new/ JessicaWilliams.
THIS IS AN EXCITING TIME OF RECONNECTING IN THE LIFE OF TRINITY IF YOU ARE AN ALUMNUS AND WOULD LIKE TO BE MORE INVOLVED OR RECONNECT WITH TRINITY SCHOOL Contact Mary Elizabeth Collett via email mcollett@ trinitywildcats. com or phone 334.213.2157
our mission statement — Trinity Presbyterian School has been blessed by the abilities, talents, and accomplishments of its students since 1970. Understanding that alumni are among our most valued assets, the TPSAA exists to promote the Trinity Presbyterian School community, to connect former students with one another and their school, to encourage alumni involvement in school activities, to foster additional educational opportunities for current students, to provide a venue in which to celebrate alumni accomplishments, and to strengthen the bonds between alumni and current students, faculty, and staff. As we look to build upon the Trinity legacy, the Association hopes to inspire lifelong interest, loyalty, and the continued pursuit of excellence in teaching and learning.
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K4 and K5 Students Beginning Trinity
WELCOME TO THE TRINITY FAMILY A daughter, Lula Sophia, September 20, 2012, to Katie Mann Todd ’99 and husband, Ken. A son, Hudson Ellis, September 25, 2012, to Elizabeth Pilgreen Mazyck ’02 and husband, John. A daughter, Harper Anne, October 24, 2012, to Leslie Bunn Warren ’95 and husband, Erik (big sister, Hanna). A son, Jackson Kennedy, October 25, 2012, to Josh Lowder ’99 and wife, Katie. A son, Kyle Lewis, November 1, 2012, to Anne Louise Jones Harrell ’03 and husband, Kyle (big sister, Ann Kathryn). A son, William Hansel IV, December 20, 2012, to Will Rue ’00 and wife, Christy. A daughter, Collins Grace, December 29, 2012, to Philip Leach ’01 and wife, Keats. A son, Frank McCorkle, January 7, 2013, to Frank Aman ‘02 and wife, Laura. A grandson, Edward Dean O’Ferrell IV, January 15, 2013, to Becky Doe Woodruff ’75 and Doug Woodruff ’76. A son, John Taber, January 31, 2013, to Krista Shands Nebrig ’98 and husband, Michael (big brothers and sister, Finn, Shands, and Hollis). A daughter, Layne Meriwether, February 13, 2013, to Caroline Thompson Omastaik ’00 and husband, Kyle (big brother, Reid). A son, Harrison Henig, February 22, 2013, to Jennifer Henig Trott ’02 and Bobby Trott ’02 (big brother and sister, Barnes and Emilyn). A son, Wyatt Walker, March 4, 2013, to Erin Mitchell Bradshaw ’99 and husband, Ben (big brother, Hudson). A son, William Jackson, April 24, 2013, to Whittington McLemore Black ’02 and husband, Wesley. A son, James Cooper, May 2, 2013, to Catherine Cooper Pringle ’98 and husband, Will (big sister and brother, Anne and Bob). Sons, Robert Russell and Jackson York, May 11, 2013, to Selby Davis ’04 and wife, Sarah. A daughter, Josephine Brook, May 11, 2013, to Blake Eddins ’99 and wife, Lauren (big sister, Lila). A daughter, Anne Burton, and a son, John Rucker, May 16, 2013, to David Robertson '92 and wife, Sarah (big brothers, Bennett and Chapman). A son, Rainier Lockard, June 3, 2013, to Corrie Garrett Miller ’98 and husband, Matthew. A son, Harris Bowman, July 1, 2013, to Meredith Coblentz Marshall ’98 and husband, Travis (big sister, Anne Riley). A son, William Hudson, July 1, 2013, to Caroline Woodruff Stone ’00 and husband, Adam (big brother, Davis). Grandson to Becky Doe Woodruff ’75 and Doug Woodruff ’76.
Reese Dismukes, granddaughter of Tom Littlepage ’76 and wife, Barbara. Margaret Ann, daughter of Lyndsey Wheatley McCrory ’00 and husband, Russell Lillian Claire, daughter of Jason Wells ’93 and wife, Victoria. Caleb, son of Jenni Wright Woods ’00 and husband, Tate. Julialyn, daughter of Jacquelyn Gulledge Bishop ’87 and Price Bishop ’87. Tillman, son of John Tillman Clements ’96 and wife, Kellie. Hall, son of Mary Elizabeth Frederick Collett ’98 and Jay Collett ’91. Jack, son of Lindsay Leverette Diefenderfer ’99 and husband, Todd. Pierce, son of Emily Clements Foy ’96 and husband, Ben. John Allen, son of Gina Segrest Schroll ’97 and husband, Brian. Max, son of Elizabeth Ferrell Vaughn ’99 and husband, Max. Jane Kimbell, daughter of Jason Wells ’93 and wife, Victoria.
Second Generation Alumni • Class of 2013 William Rogers Clements, son of Elizabeth Starke Clements ’84 and Tripp Clements ’87, will attend The University of Alabama. Matthew Leland Ingram, son of Roger Ingram ’84 and wife, Carrie, will attend Auburn University. Kendrick Emerson Webb, Jr., son of Ken Webb ’80, will attend The Cidadel. Julia Candler Reynolds, daughter of Julie Armstong Reynolds ’88 and husband, Jeff, will attend Furman University. Francis Casey Hogan, daughter of Robert Hogan ’80 and wife, Jan, will attend The University of Alabama.
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TRINITY WELCOMES HOME Children’s Book Author, Curtis Sikes Trinity family and friends welcomed home one of their own on April 11, 2013 for a coffee and book signing with former Trinity student Curtis Sikes, author of The Heart of a King.
Curtis is pictured with his book next to a plaque erected by the Senior Class of 2003 in Mrs. Shands' honor. The plaque is displayed in the Trinity hallway across from the Middle/Upper School Library.
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Curtis Sikes attended Trinity from 1992 to 1997, attending fourth through ninth grades. He credits one of his favorite Trinity Lower School teachers for his becoming a writer. In 2012 he published his first children’s book, The Heart of a King, dedicating it to the loving memory of Mrs. Linda Shands. Currently, Sikes is serving as a Middle School language arts teacher at Covenant Christian School, in Sylva, North Carolina. Mr. Sikes visited with alums and former Trinity teachers. He said, “It has been about 15 years since I visited Trinity and even longer since I’d seen my old teachers, coaches, and friends. I thoroughly enjoyed catching up, sharing old memories, and laughing together.” He went on to say, “Trinity holds a special place in my heart because of the amazing teachers I had, especially Mrs. Shands.” Curtis spoke with Trinity's fifth and sixth grade language arts classes. Curtis stated, “They had some really good questions and suggestions for future projects. I really enjoyed sharing with the students and hopefully inspired a few of them to write books someday.”
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...our First Annual Thanksgiving Social at The Tipping Point on November 21, 2012. The weather was perfect as TPS alumnus Will O'Rear entertained an enthusiastic crowd. All enjoyed their time of reminiscing and reconnecting with old friends. This event, organized by Trinity's Alumni Association, proved to be the beginning of an exciting Thanksgiving tradition for Trinity alumni. Watch for information coming soon regarding our Second Annual Thanksgiving Social on November 27, 2013 at The Tipping Point.
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TRINITY AMBASSADOR Anonymous Anonymous Dr. and Mrs. Keith Martin TRINITY LEADER Mrs. Loree Aronov Dr. and Mrs. Wade Clingan Mr. and Mrs. Bob Farris Mr. and Mrs. Todd Parsons TRINITY ASSOCIATE Anonymous Anonymous Mr. and Mrs. Rob Adcock Mr. and Mrs. Michael Allen Mrs. Julia Anderson Mr. and Mrs. Joe Andress Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Asher Mr. and Mrs. David Avant, Jr. AZPAC-Matching Gift Program Ms. Martheen Baas Ms. Shelia Babcock Mr. and Mrs. Ken Baker Bank of America BB&T Mr. David Benck Dr. and Mrs. Matt Bennett Mr. and Mrs. Neal Berney Mr. and Mrs. Tim Bethea Mr. and Mrs. Andy Birchfield Mr. and Mrs. Robert Birmingham Mr. and Mrs. Jim Bishop, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Price Bishop Mr. and Mrs. Jon Blissitte Mrs. Heather Boling Mr. Tommy Boroughs
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Mr. Axel Borrero Mr. and Mrs. Bubba Bowden Mr. and Mrs. John Bricken Mr. and Mrs. Chris Bryan Mr. and Mrs. Bo Burks Mr. Gene Butler Mr. and Mrs. David Byrne III Mr. and Mrs. Michael Cantey Dr. and Mrs. Jeff Cavanaugh Mr. and Mrs. Richard Chandler Dr. and Mrs. Allen Clark Mr. and Mrs. George Clements Mr. and Mrs. Dann Cleveland Mrs. Analyn Coker Mr. and Mrs. Chip Colee Dr. and Mrs. John Coleman Mr. and Mrs. Jay Collett Mr. Jarrod Cook Ms. Angela Cooner Mr. and Mrs. Brien Cornett Mr. and Mrs. Billy Cox Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Craven Mr. Andy Stumpf and Dr. Wynne Crawford Crum Family Charitable Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Beau Daniel Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Dean Mr. and Mrs. Thomas DeBardelaben Mrs. Karen Dennis Mr. and Mrs. Craig Dillard Mrs. Jennifer Dismukes Mrs. Debbie Dorough Mr. and Mrs. John Durr Mrs. Terry Elam Ms. Anita Ellis Mrs. Shelia Elmore Dr. and Mrs. Brian Elrod Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Etheredge
Mrs. Jana Evans Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Ewing Mr. and Mrs. Gary Faulkner Mr. and Mrs. Mac Faulkner Mr. and Dr. Robert Fekete Mr. and Mrs. Karl Franklin Mr. Trip Franklin Mr. and Mrs. William Franklin Freeman Performance, Inc Ms. Latrell Fussell Mr. and Mrs. John Gibbons Mr. and Mrs. Philip Gidiere Mr. Walter Gilbert Mr. and Mrs. Chris Glover Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Glover Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Goocher Mr. and Mrs. Spears Griffin UBS-Matching Gift Program Dr. and Mrs. Benjamin Griggs Mr. and Mrs. Gary Hallford Mr. and Mrs. Trey Handey Mrs. Ann Louise Harrell Mr. and Mrs. Jack Harrington Mr. and Mrs. Jason Harris Mr. and Mrs. Steve Harris Ms. Linda Hastey Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Haynes Mr. and Mrs. Mike Heartsill Mr. and Mrs. James Helms Miss Rebecca Helms Mrs. Teresa Henderson Miss Alice Hill Mr. and Mrs. Bowen Hill Mr. and Mrs. Chappell Hill Mr. and Mrs. Harold Hilliard Mr. and Mrs. Doug Hixon Ms. Trish Hixon
helping students learn more about who they are—and who they can be. You make that possible.
Ms. Gennie Honel Mr. and Mrs. Kent Hornsby Mr. and Mrs. Brian Hynniman Mr. and Mrs. Bill Jackson Mr. and Mrs. Everett Jeffcoat Mr. and Mrs. Mason Johnston Mr. and Mrs. Watkins Johnston, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Watkins Johnston III Mrs. Alice Jones Mr. and Mrs. Henry Jones Mr. and Mrs. Rhon Jones Mr. and Mrs. Bill Joseph Mr. and Mrs. Neal Kelley Ms. Kay Kirtland Mr. and Mrs. Kyle Kyser, Jr. Mrs. Jessica Lassiter Mr. Dale Lawrence Mr. and Mrs. John Lee Ms. Lynn LeFan Mr. and Mrs. Rick Letner Mr. and Mrs. Tom Littlepage Mr. and Mrs. Wes Loard Rev. and Mrs. Arthur Long Mr. and Mrs. Ben Lott Mr. and Mrs. Paul Lumpkin Mrs. Lindsey Lyon Mr. and Mrs. David McClinton Mr. Pete McCoy Dr. and Mrs. Steve McCulloch Mr. and Mrs. Jay McDavid Mr. and Mrs. Robert McGowin Mr. Oliver McLemore Mr. and Mrs. Drew McNees Mr. and Mrs. Scott McNelley
Rev. and Mrs. Claude McRoberts III Dr. and Mrs. Philip McVay Mr. and Mrs. Billy Merrill Mr. and Mrs. Tim Miller Mr. and Mrs. Stan Milton Mr. Ken Moats Mr. and Mrs. Barry Montgomery Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Moore Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Morris Mrs. Cindy Morrison Mrs. Robin Moseley Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Mosley National Christian Foundation/Alabama Mrs. Jacqueline Navidad Mr. and Mrs. Bob Neu Mr. and Mrs. Michael Nunn Mr. and Mrs. Paul Oliver Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Osmer Dr. and Mrs. Kevin Pace Mr. and Mrs. Kerry Palmer Mr. Frank Parquette, Jr. Mrs. Vickie Parrish Dr. Kanu Patel Mr. and Mrs. Bill Patty Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Paulk Ms. Haden Payne Dr. and Mrs. John Payne III Mr. Alonzo Pernell Mr. Michael Peterson Mr. and Mrs. Clay Phillips Dr. and Mrs. Matt Phillips Mr. and Mrs. Roy Pickering Mrs. Kathy Pirtle Mr. and Mrs. Greg Pittman
Mr. and Mrs. Dale Polley Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Pouncey Mr. and Mrs. John Price Mr. and Mrs. Robert Price Mr. and Mrs. Randy Ragsdale Dr. and Mrs. Jason Randall Mr. and Mrs. Brian Roth Dr. and Mrs. Todd Roth Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Rutland Mr. and Mrs. Charles Saliba Mr. and Mrs. Matt Satcher Mr. and Mrs. Jack Schweers Mr. and Mrs. Steven Scott Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Shelley Mr. and Mrs. John Shepherd Ms. Donna Siebenthaler Mrs. Melody Singleton Mr. and Mrs. Guice Slawson, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Sluis Mr. Blake Smith Mrs. Gidget Smith Mr. and Mrs. Richard Smitherman Mr. an Mrs. Stan Snyder Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Sprague Mr. and Mrs. Jeffery Stabler Mr. and Mrs. John Stallings, Sr. Dr. and Mrs. David Stanley Steel Systems of Pensacola, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Warren Stephens Mrs. Erin Sullivan Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Sullivan Mr. and Mrs. Larry Teel Mr. and Mrs. Troy Teel Mr. and Mrs. Bob Thetford
Mrs. Margaret Thompson Mrs. Lucy Thrasher Miss Mallory Tidwell Lt. Col. and Mrs. Jerry Tonnell Dr. and Mrs. Den Trumbull Mrs. Sarah Tyus Mr. and Mrs. Craig Vinson Dr. and Mrs. Garret Walker Mr. and Mrs. Bill Wallace Mr. and Mrs. Pat Watson Mr. and Mrs. Dexter Watts Mr. Ken Webb Mr. and Mrs. Billy Weeks Mr. and Mrs. Ken Whittle Mrs. Alice Williams Mr. and Mrs. Billy Williams Mr. and Mrs. Eddy Williams Mr. and Mrs. Keith Williams Mr. and Mrs. Glen Wilson Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Wilson Mr. and Mrs. David Yohn Dr. and Mrs. Kenneth Yohn Dr. and Dr. Frank Young CHARITABLE TRUST GIFTS Dr. and Mrs. Allen Clark Mr. and Mrs. Fred Johnson
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MAKING AN IMPACT A GIFT WITH LASTING VALUE GIFTS GIVEN IN HONOR OF:
GIFTS GIVEN IN MEMORY OF:
Brady Bennett Dr. and Mrs. John Bennett Cal Bennett Dr. and Mrs. John Bennett Cleve Godwin Mrs. Ruth Godwin Gray Godwin Mrs. Ruth Godwin Miss Mary Katherine Godwin Mrs. Ruth Godwin Mr. and Mrs. Britton Henig Mr. and Mrs. John Henig Mr. and Mrs. Trey Henig Mr. and Mrs. John Henig Mr. David McClinton Mr. and Mrs. Joel D. McClinton Matthew Satcher Mr. and Mrs. Terry Mitchell Mr. Thomas Stallings Mrs. Ruth Godwin Wesley Stallings Mrs. Ruth Godwin Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Trott Mr. and Mrs. John Henig Carter Vance Mr. and Mrs. Gibson Vance Andrew Waugh Mr. and Mrs. Gibson Vance
Mrs. Beth Ammons Mr. and Mrs. Guice Slawson, Jr. Mrs. Mary Frances Ferguson Ms. Donna Burnett Mr. and Mrs. John Collett The King’s Table Ms. Elizabeth Kinsinger Mr. and Mrs. John E. Hall, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. John Collett Mrs. Jeannette Hendryx Mr. and Mrs. Bubba Bowden Mrs. Elliot Patterson Williams Mr. and Mrs. Guice Slawson, Jr. Mr. Pat Williams Mr. Wilbur G. Berry, Jr. Lt. Col. and Mrs. Jim Blakeslee Mr. and Mrs. Bubba Bowden The John Collett Family Mrs. Debbie Dorough Mr. and Mrs. Ewell Green Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Haynes Mr. William Haynes Mr. and Mrs. Watkins Johnston, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Roby Mr. and Mrs. John Sikes Mr. and Mrs. Guice Slawson, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Frank M. Stewart Mr. and Mrs. Phelps Wade
Dr. Frank Young, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Guice Slawson, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Paige L. Stagner II Dr. Rita Stagner Clayborne Johnson Memorial Scholarship Fund Mr. Clayborne Johnson Class of 2002 Mr. and Mrs. Fred Johnson Raymond Boykin Fund Mrs. Dixie Dozier Lee Ms. Alice Boykin
TO MAKE A DONATION IN HONOR OR MEMORY OF SOMEONE SPECIAL, please contact Mary Elizabeth Collett, Director of Development and Alumni Affairs, at 334.213.2157 or mcollett@trinitywildcats.com
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Homecoming 2013
Reunion Weekend
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10th Anniversary Celebration 2003 State Championship Team Special Recognition at Halftime for 2003 Team
Update your contact information www.trinitywildcats.com/alumni Questions? Contact Mary Elizabeth Collett • Director of Development and Alumni Affairs 334.213.2157 • mcollett@trinitywildcats.com