Dear Friends:
 
I look forward each year to the last week of January, when we observe National Catholic Schools Week at Trenton Catholic Academy.  Please join us this year at our annual celebration of what makes education at TCA outstanding.  We have a whole week of activities planned to demonstrate what our students are accomplishing and to celebrate the community we’ve built to educate tomorrow’s citizens and church leaders.
 
This year’s National Catholic Schools Week theme is: “Catholic Schools: Learn. Serve. Lead. Succeed.”  The theme encompasses the core products and values that can be found in Catholic schools across the country.  Not only are we teaching students to become future servant leaders, faith-filled disciples and enriched citizens in our communities, educators are growing with them.  In Catholic schools, we are all learners, servants and leaders.  These shared qualities are what make Catholic schools work.  They are what make Catholic schools succeed. 
 
The theme also focuses on key elements of Catholic education: faith development, academic excellence and dedication to service.  These elements set Catholic schools apart from other educational options. They are why families make sacrifices to provide a Catholic education to their children.
 
National Catholic Schools Week is an opportunity for you to see what I’m talking about. I am so proud of our students, and I can’t wait for you to visit our school to enjoy a liturgy, family night activity, talent show, spelling bee or basketball game.  When you come, please bring your friends and neighbors, particularly those who may be thinking about Catholic education for their children.  Spread the word about our Open House, an opportunity for all to experience what you have come to value – a TCA education.
 
National Catholic Schools Week is also a time for me to say publicly what I think every single day: I am grateful for the dedication and commitment of our teachers, staff, administrators, board members, parents and volunteers who make our school a success. They help our community thrive.  Thank you for believing in Trenton Catholic Academy!
 
Devotedly yours in Christ,
 
Mrs. Anne Reap
 

Trenton Catholic Academy Lower School is located on a beautiful 64 acre wooded campus in Hamilton, New Jersey serving 336 students in  PreK-8. The administration, faculty and parents work together to create an  environment that leads children to develop academic, spiritual and social responsibilities. TCA students show concern and respect by reaching out to serve others in peace, justice and love.



Come learn why the TCA Lower School
is a place where students...
Believe, Dream, and Succeed!

Visit our Classrooms to see firsthand all of the exciting things that are happening in the Lower School.  For registration information please call, Mrs. Danser, 609-586-5888 ext. 141, or click here.

TCA Shines at Scholastic Olympics with 1st Place Win! - We are so proud to announce that our 8th grade Scholastic Olympic Team tied for 1st place in the 38th Annual Scholastic Olympics hosted by the TCA Upper School National Honor Society.  Special congratulations are extended to Joel Bodon and Geovanny Herrera who placed first and second in History, respectively.  Daniel Montero and Rossini Leroy also placed first and second, respectively in Religion.  Antwan Lopez placed second in Science.  Way to go TCA!

Student Council Makes a Difference!  We are pleased to announce the 2019/20 Lower School Student Council.  President:  Suzie Sloh, Vice President:  Emanyelle Donkor, Recorder:  Keihrah Boyer, Spiritual Leader:  Sunsurray Joseph

Class Representatives:  Rossini Leroy, Anthony Morales, Edwing Garcia, Alijah Rivera, Xianna Reed, Brent Zoeduah and Makhaya Campbell

Congratulations and best wishes are extended to these students as they grow in their leadership roles at TCA.  God bless them.

TCA 11 Year Champions - Mercer County Track Meet - Congratulations to our Lower School Track Team who recently demonstrated its strength, speed and heroism as it captured the 2019 CYO Track Championships.  The team set 3 CYO records and 11 school records on its way to a 166 point team total.  Special appreciation is extended to Coach Hanemann for his dedication and commitment to our running program at TCA.

Walk for Education a huge success!  This year's annual Walk for Education raised over $7000 by the Lower School alone.  Special credit is extended to Mrs. Schwinger's 8th graders who raised $1100 and to 8th grader Jordan Fusik who was our largest individual donor!  8 classes earned a dress down day with other $500 in contributions.  Thanks TCA for supporting Catholic education!

TCA Runs to Win at the Mercer County CYO Cross Country Meet - The Mercer County CYO held their 13th Annual Cross Country Meet at Mercer County Park on Saturday, October 19.  Our runners did exceptionally well as a team.  Special thank you to Coach Haneman for an outstanding season!

Reminder
Please check our school website daily for important announcements as we will not be sending home paper copies.  Simply go to  www.trentoncatholic.org and click on Lower School, then click on Backpack for all of the important papers and announcements.  Thank you for helping us Go Green!

TCA has Kids that CARE!
TCA Kids Care is a program that acknowledges students who are…. Courteous - Accepting - Respectful - Exceptional. Students who demonstrate these qualities will be recognized monthly with a certificate and breakfast with Mrs. Reap. We are so proud of our students and are excited to honor them in this special way! Ready, Set, let's CARE!