Dear Parents,
 
We are in the midst of re-registration of current students as well as accepting new registrations for next fall.  As perspective students are welcomed to Trenton Catholic Academy, our school ambassadors excitedly share TCA “good news” as they host guided tours.  Parents and children alike are offered a firsthand peak into a day in the life of a Trenton Catholic student.  No appointments are necessary but we do encourage a visit during school hours as our students truly sell our school as they proudly share our strengths and our challenges. 
 
Our students are happy children, learning and growing academically, spiritually and emotionally.  They are surrounded by adults who not only know them by name but know who they are as individuals.  They are in a secure environment where they are challenged to grow in responsibility and personal accountability.
 
This is a reality at Trenton Catholic Academy due to many people believing in a shared mission.  Our faculty/ staff and administration are committed to academic excellence rooted in the Catholic tradition.  Teachers are held to high standards and provide opportunities throughout the year for professional and spiritual growth to meet their innate need for lifelong learning.  Our parents “answer the call” whenever help is needed.  Thru example, our children learn what it means to give back to society and be active members of our community.  Our students live by a common rule of respect for their peers.  They realize that our diversity is one of our greatest strengths.  They are encouraged to share their talents to make our school “better”. 
 
Working together we are a community that believes in student success.  Working together we do God’s work.   At Trenton Catholic Academy we are making a difference!
 
Sincerely,
 
Mrs. Anne Reap
Lower School Director

Trenton Catholic Academy Lower School is located on a beautiful 64 acre wooded campus in Hamilton, New Jersey serving 318 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.

Elk's Essay Contest Winners - Congratulations are extended to 4 students for placing in the Americanism Essay contest "What Makes You Proud of America" sponsored by the Elks Hamilton Lodge.  Nathalie Deleon placed 3rd in Division 1 and Rebeca Tapia, 1st place; Alyssa Rauscher, 2nd place and Keith Tillett, 3rd place in Division 2. 

Respect Life Poster and Essay Contest - Two students from TCA Lower School have been awarded for their entries.  Valerie Navarro has been awarded first runner up for the Grade 6-8 Essay Contest and Joel Bodon has been awarded first runner up for the Grade 6-8 Poster Contest from Mercer County.  Their creative entries pertaining to Respect Life issues and reflecting this year's theme, "Every Life - Cherished*Chosen*Sent were recognized as exceptional!

TCA Places 2nd at Scholastic Olympics We are proud to announce that our Scholastic Olympic team came in 2nd place at this year's National Honor Society competition against 6 other local schools. Our winners include: 1st Place Religion-Gloria Leroy, 3rd Place Religion-Idris Kabba, 1st Place History-Sydney Douglas, 2nd Place History-Miles Humphrey, 1st Place Spelling-Analise Granberry and 1st Place Art-Hecybel Morales-Angel.  Kudos to the entire team and their teachers for their exemplary performance!

Walk for Education a huge success!  This year's annual Walk for Education raised over $5000 by the Lower School alone.  Special credit is extended to Mrs. Schwinger's 8th graders who raised $1100 and to 8th grader Mikayla Williams who brought in $550!  Mrs. Sumola's 4th graders also earned a Dress Down Day by contributing over $600.  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 13.  This year there were over 50 participants from Diocesan schools.  Audrey Lillie Bing placed first in the Girls Varsity race and Esther Johnson placed 3rd.  Both Napoleon boys, Dylan and Brandon placed 3rd in the Boys Junior Varsity and Boys Varsity races.  Special thank you to Coach Haneman for an outstanding season!

Student Council Makes a Difference!   We are proud to announce the 2018-2019 Lower School Student Council - President - Gloria Leroy, Vice President - Rossini Leroy, Recorder - Anthony Morales, Spirituality - Alyssa Rauscher, Class Representatives - Audrey Lillie Bing, Amy Sepulveda, Kiehrah Boyer, Geovanny Herrera, Dalton Estilow and Alijah Rivera. 

TCA Lower School Teacher, 2018 STEM Teacher of the Year - TCA is proud to announce Mr. John Kocsis, TCA Lower School Tech Coordinator has been named 2018 STEM Teacher of the Year by the Professional Engineers Society of Mercer County.

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!