Dear Parents,
 
Holidays come and go, time marches on – do we truly celebrate the specialness of each day?  Do we count down the days as the children do in anticipation of Jesus’ birthday and the arrival of the big man in red?
 
Sunday marked the beginning of Advent.  A time of preparation and waiting.  How do we prepare ourselves for a miracle?   Christ’s birth so long ago in a stable so meek brings to mind humble beginnings.  How often do we find ourselves in situations where we are not quite sure how things will turn out?  Mary and Joseph were tired and desperately searching for a room.  The inns were full that night and they had to settle for a soft bed of hay.  I’m not sure if there was any complaining or grumbling going on between the two of them – I somehow doubt it.  A sense of something bigger than both of them had filled their hearts.  They prepared, they waited, they believed.
 
As we begin this Advent season may we follow the example set forth by Mary and Joseph as they welcomed Jesus in a much unexpected way.  Let us keep an open mind and heart.  Let us be open to surprises and even miracles as we prepare, wait and believe.
 
May you have the gift of faith, the blessings of hope and the peace of His love at Christmas and always,
  
Mrs. 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.

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!