BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT 2019

Welcome to Back to School Night!  What a terrific opening we have had at TCA!  We welcomed 336 students to the Lower School this fall.  This is by far the largest enrollment we have had in almost 10 years!  While many Catholic schools are experiencing declining enrollment it is nice to celebrate a healthy increase in our student population.  What is it that makes Trenton Catholic Academy special?  Is it that we are located on a beautiful campus, 62 acres of fields, a track, a parklike setting?  Is it because we have a 1:1 laptop initiative for students in 3^rd-8^th grade?  Is it our Project Lead the Way STEM curriculum for our entire student body?  Our robust amount of afterschool clubs which provide leadership opportunities?  Our championship athletic programs?  Our dedicated, highly qualified teaching staff?  Our diverse student population? 

Polling a few parents the past few days trying to get an answer to our continued success and growth and it seems quite simple:  TCA is a place where children feel SAFE  - safe enough to take creative risks, safe enough to stand up for what is right, safe enough to solve their own problems.

We can and should be proud of our successes at TCA.  We are a fine Catholic school but that is just the beginning.  What makes us truly special is that we work hard to create a welcoming community.  A place where students will gain a greater sense of who they are and who they can become.  They are constantly challenged, but always with the knowledge that if they falter; someone will be there to encourage them.  When they leave here, we want them to be rich in character, friendship, academic strength and a clear sense of right and wrong all centered in a love of God.  The confidence they gain in a nurturing environment will give them the ability to set their sights high and achieve their goals. 
 
These first few weeks have been a fine beginning of what should be another exceptional and productive school year. 
 
Life is good at Trenton Catholic Academy.  I thank you for believing in TCA, supporting our school community and helping us foster a love of learning in your child.  Our theme this year is, Let Faith be your Guide.  With God’s grace and love we wholeheartedly believe that anything can happen.  We are excited to watch how the year plays out and truly understand that it doesn’t just happen – we are able and willing to meet the daily challenges that a new year brings and look forward to embracing each day with encouragement and enthusiasm.
 
Thank you for sharing in our mission and vision for your children and for being partners on this journey with us!

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 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.

Zonta Club of Trenton – Mercer/County Commission on Women Art/Essay Contest Winners
Seventeen students from Trenton Catholic Academy are to be congratulated on being selected as winners in this contest.  The students are Nathalie Joseph, Uchechi Kanu, Alexander Liz, Keyshla Casasanovas, Kamilah Robinson, Jailyn Kruk, Maria Jagielska, Timothy Abraham, Isabel Feliciano, Makhaya Campbell, Eresi Kanu, Juliette Fernandez, Maxianne Brignolle, Susanna Sloh, Kathia Hernandez, Gloria Leroy and Rebeca Tapia.  Congratulations and thank you for being exceptional!

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!

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!