Board of Directors 2017-2018 Rev. Raymond Leonard Pastor beginning May 2018 Rev. D. Anthony Droze Pastor through April 2018 Celie Cionek Chairperson Paul Cioffe Shane Goheen Lynne Remedios
Our Mission at Holy Trinity Holy Trinity Catholic School, a ministry of Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish, offers to elementary students of diverse ethnic, economic and religious backgrounds a superior academic program based on Gospel Values. Within a family atmosphere, the school strives to develop the spiritual, academic, personal, creative and physical growth of each student. Our Vision for Our Graduates Holy Trinity Catholic School students will be fully prepared to transition to high school possessing critical thinking skills, an ability to work independently as well as collaboratively, and an awareness of what it means to actively live the Gospel Values.
Joan Vaitis Jennifer Orchard Sheila Durante School Administration Karen Luzzo Principal
ON THE FRONT COVER The main entrance of Holy Trinity with its new cantilever canopy‌ the most recent annual fund project made possible through the generosity of our amazing school supporters.
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HolyCatholic Trinity School A Ministry of Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish
IN THIS ISSUE 1 From The Pastor 2 From Our Principal 3 A Year in the Life 12 Special Events 15 Other Events 16 Academic Fun 17 Active Events 18 Exploratory Fun 19 Pastoral News 20 Fall Event
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Spring Event From the Director of Development The Honor Roll of Donors Ways to Give Your Gifts Our Gratitude Student Spotlight Meet the Faculty Save the Date
From THE PASTOR
Dear Friends,
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hat a great blessing to have Holy Trinity Catholic School. Students who receive a Catholic education are more likely as adults to be active leaders in their church and community and to educate their children in Catholic Schools. Holy Trinity Catholic School influences the minds of tomorrow’s leaders. Your support secures the foundation of Catholic education and builds a legacy that passes on our Catholic faith to the next generation. Your generous support makes all the difference. As we embark on our 10th academic year, please know that I, along with the faculty, staff and students of Holy Trinity Catholic School are extremely grateful for each and every one of our benefactors. I will continue to remember you and your family in the Mass and in my daily prayers. God bless you, Rev. Raymond Leonard Pastor
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From OUR PRINCIPAL
Dear Holy Trinity Catholic School Family:
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his is a very special year for Holy Trinity Catholic School as we embark on our tenth year of providing quality Catholic education in the Grand Strand area. As I look back over the past ten years, I am amazed at how far we have come and at how much we have accomplished. I am truly honored to be a part of such a special school community. Every day, Holy Trinity is blessed by the presence of its wonderful faculty, staff, students, families, and volunteers, as well as the pastoral leadership of Fr. Ray Leonard. Everything we do at Holy Trinity is based on our Catholic faith and the school theme of “Be These: Salt and Light for the World.” Anyone who comes to visit will see a campus that is alive with faith! Serving students and their families from PK through 8th grade, Holy Trinity is a special school that offers hands-on, engaging academics in a safe and loving Christian environment. Each year we continue to make improvements to our campus. Most recently, a new cantilever awning was installed in front of the school to provide protection during inclement weather as students are dropped off and picked up each day. We also made several improvements to the kitchen in our social hall in order to establish a new hot lunch program for our students. We continue to focus on our academics to ensure our students receive the best education possible. Algebra I and English I for high school credit are offered to qualifying 8th graders, and Exploratory class offerings now include woodshop, home economics, and health. We also have a school choir and a Lego robotics competition team. In August, we began a partnership with STEM Centers SC to become a certified STREAM school. STREAM schools engage students in learning experiences that focus on Science, Technology, Religion, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics. This booklet provides a small glimpse into the many opportunities and happenings here at Holy Trinity. Of course, I would be remiss if I did not acknowledge the fact that none of these things would be possible without the generosity, support, and prayers of all those connected to the school, especially the parishioners and friends of Our Lady Star of the Sea Church. I pray daily that God will continue to bless all those who are so generous and kind to our school. Blessings,
Karen E. Luzzo, B.A., M.S. Principal
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Mrs. Karen Luzzo has been with Holy Trinity Catholic School since its inaugural year in 2009. She has taught various subjects in 1st through 8th grades, with a focus on English Language Arts and Religion. The 20182019 academic year marks her third year as the school’s Principal.
A Year IN THE LIFE
A Year
In The Life
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ach and every day of the school year brings new and exciting opportunities at Holy Trinity Catholic School. Our students, faculty, staff, and administration, as well as our families and friends, develop and grow in so many ways spiritually, academically, personally, and creatively throughout the year. The following photos highlight just some of the events, activities, and accomplishments of the past year.
Welcome Back Family Fiesta…
Students, their families, faculty, and staff enjoyed a special back to school Family Fiesta sponsored by our PTO. The food was delicious and the socializing was wonderful. It was a great way to kick off the new school year!
Our First ROAR Week…
The faculty really got into the spirit of things as they and the students celebrated our first “ROAR” week. R.O.A.R. is our positive behavior program that focuses on recognizing students who display Respectful, Organized, Appropriate, and Responsible behavior throughout the day. To celebrate this program and the start of a new year, students and faculty celebrated different themes each day. Most popular were, “Disney Day”, “Tourist Day”, and “Storybook Character Day".
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A Year IN THE LIFE Harry Potter Halloween II… Students received their letters via owl mail from Hogwarts Academy inviting them to this year ’s Harry Potter Halloween Party. After being sorted into one of four “houses” they spent the day enjoying food and fun.
Social Outreach…
The faculty and staff of Holy Trinity are dedicated to teaching our students one of the key aspects of Christian faith… social outreach. After the hurricanes hit Puerto Rico, we held a car wash and raised enough money to buy two generators for a family of one of our students. It was great to see our school community pull together to help others in need.
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A Year IN THE LIFE Pet Blessing…
Deacon Richard joined us as we celebrated St. Francis’ feast day.
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A Year IN THE LIFE Supporting our New High School‌
The seventh and eighth graders traveled to Carolina Forest to attend the dedication ceremony at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton.
Lego Robotics Competition Team‌
Mrs. Michelle Harrison, middle school Science teacher, continued to develop our Lego Robotics Competition team this year. With the assistance of Mr. Jacob Ouellette, History and Theology student at Liberty University and son of our very own principal, the Trinity Lions researched and developed their solution to a water problem facing the Myrtle Beach area, designed and built their robot, and learned all about the core values of the First Lego League. They raised funds for their team by hosting a bake sale at school and the other students held a pep rally for the team before they attended a competition in Carolina Forest. They worked together and competed well. 6 | htcatholicschoolmyrtlebeach.com
A Year IN THE LIFE We Honor Our Veterans…
Students, faculty, and staff honored Veterans at our annual Veterans Day celebration. Guests enjoyed prayers, songs, and special tributes dedicated to all those who serve or have served in the US Military, as well as First Responders.
Honoring the Saints…
Mrs. Sedensky and her all-girl third grade class learned about the saints this year! They chose a specific saint, researched that saint, and then dressed as that Saint for our school mass on November 1. They greeted fellow students and parishioners as they arrived and shared a bit about their saints during mass.
Advent Outreach Project…
Faculty, staff, and students participated in an outreach project during the holiday season this year. They collected items and filled over 50 shoeboxes for children in need.
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A Year IN THE LIFE A Visit from St. Nicholas and Our German Themed Christmas‌
Students received a visit from St. Nicholas on December 6th. He left oranges and chocolate coins in their shoes. Later that month, they enjoyed learning all about Christmas in Germany. They made Nutcrackers and gingerbread houses, played German games, and enjoyed traditional German foods. It was educational AND lots of fun!
Annual Christmas Program‌
Students celebrated the birth of Jesus by sharing a special program
entitled, Our Gifts of Song for Baby Jesus, with their families, the CCD
students and all the OLSS parishioners. Under the direction of our Music teacher, Mrs. Perrucci, students retold the story of Jesus' birth through
scripture readings and songs. It was a beautiful reminder for all of the true meaning of Christmas.
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A Year IN THE LIFE Knights of Columbus Valentine Dinner Dance…
The Knights of Columbus held its annual Valentine Dinner Dance to benefit the students of Holy Trinity Catholic School. Everyone had a great time at the event! At a school mass a few weeks later, the Knights presented the school with a generous check.
Lent at HTCS…
Catholic Schools Week…
Students and staff had a wonderful time celebrating Catholic Schools Week 2018! It kicked off with a special school mass followed by a barbecue lunch and information session at OLSS. On Monday, the entire school joined all Catholic schools across the diocese to pray the rosary. On Tuesday, we held an open house where we toured and enrolled new families for the 2018-2019 academic year. On Wednesday, our grandparents joined us for brunch. Retreats were held Tuesday through Thursday for all grades and on Friday, we kicked off our Hoops/Jump Rope for Heart campaign. It was a great week full of fun, education, and special memories. We even were featured in the Catholic Miscellany as middle school students presented their Science Fair projects to a special
We participated in many special activities during Lent this year. We listened to a beautiful musical interpretation of the Stations of the Cross by OLSS cantor, Laura Boronski, we walked the stations with Deacon Richard, and we held a meditation in the chapel every morning. We also partnered with Catholic Charities to collect nonperishable items for the needy. As a school, we collected over 2500 items. The sixth grade class took first place and won a pizza party for collecting over 1,000 items!
group of judges from Coastal Carolina University.
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A Year IN THE LIFE Murder and Mystery Comes to Trinity… Under the direction of Mrs. Sedensky, students presented Pasta, Passion, and Principles to two sold out crowds. The show was amazing, the acting was incredible, and the food was delicious. They also raised over $2000 for playground improvements! Everyone is looking forward to the next show.
Celebrating Sacraments…
We were so happy as several of our students celebrated their sacraments this year… Baptism, First Reconciliation, and First Holy Communion.
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A Year IN THE LIFE Art Show…
Thanks to Mrs. Kaminski, the hard work and creativity of our students was placed on display for all to enjoy.
Parent Appreciation and Easter Social…
This year, we called upon some 50s inspiration for both our Parent Appreciation Day and our Easter Ice Cream Social.
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Special EVENTS
Graduation 2018
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he graduation celebrations began with a school mass where our 8th graders served, read, and brought up the gifts for one last time as HTCS students. A few days later, the entire school gathered as Carson Phillips received a $1000 scholarship to attend St. Elizabeth Ann Seton High School and all graduates received various academic and fun awards from their teachers. Then, the graduates made their final walk through the halls of Holy Trinity while their fellow students cheered and clapped for them.
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Special EVENTS On Sunday, May 27, 2018 family and friends gathered at Our Lady Star of the Sea Church to honor and celebrate the accomplishments of our seven graduates. It was very special as several of these students were in our first Kindergarten class when Holy Trinity opened!
Even some of our alumni were able to join us as we celebrated this wonderful event!
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Special EVENTS
Special Visitors
Are Always Welcome at HTCS South Carolina District 104 House Representative and OLSS Parishioner, Mr. Gregory Duckworth, came to Holy Trinity
on Monday, April 16, to speak with our 3rd through 8th grade students and faculty. The students asked some amazing questions! Everyone learned so much about Mr. Duckworth’s job and about all the amazing things happening in the great state of South Carolina that we call home.
Missionaries Wayne and Bonnie Wienke
came to visit Holy Trinity students and faculty on Tuesday, April 10. They shared their experiences in Uganda and talked about some of the people they are helping through their work. As part of the school’s ten year anniversary, the students hope to do a special outreach project with the Wienkes to further their work.
Mr. Honey Man came to school
and talked to the PK-3rd grade students about different types of bees. He shared information about how they live and make honey. He even brought samples of honey to enjoy. It was a fabulous presentation!
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Other EVENTS
Other Events
at Holy Trinity Native American Pow Wow Celebration
Participating for the first time in the North Myrtle Beach Christmas Parade on the float Mrs. Parnell created for us.
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Academic FUN
Academics
Can Be Fun!
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oly Trinity teachers are always looking for fun and creative ways to make learning meaningful and authentic for our students. Whether it be learning about the Medieval times or the Roman Empire, or experiencing the responsibilities of parenting “Flour Babies”, our teachers go out of their way to make every learning opportunity special for our students and their parents. Mrs. Ferrebee was a good sport, promising her students that if they performed well on their MAP testing she would let them throw a pie in her face. Even our parents get involved in the learning as this new “grandad” discovered when he had to babysit his flour “grandchild” one night.
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Active EVENTS
Physical Activity
is Important at HTCS!
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s. Brothers makes sure our students get lots of physical activity each week. In the process, she teaches them about good sportsmanship and gracious winning and losing.
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Exploratory FUN
New Exploratories
In Middle School
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hanks to the expertise of some of our school families and friends, new Exploratories were introduced this year‌. Woodshop, Home Economics, Coding, and Health.
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Pastorial NEWS
Good Bye‌
In April, we bid a fond farewell to one of our biggest supporters, our pastoral leader, Fr. D. Anthony Droze. He was instrumental in ensuring that all families who wanted a Catholic education for their children would be able to do so at Holy Trinity Catholic School. We presented him with a framed photo of the students, faculty, and staff in front of the newly renovated chapel. We will miss him at HTCS and we wish him well in his new role as Parochial Vicar in the Diocese of Charleston.
Hello‌
In April, we welcomed our new pastoral leader, Fr. Ray Leonard. From the first day, he took the school under his wing and let us all know that he was committed to continuing the good things happening at HTCS. After celebrating mass, he joined the students in the classroom and on the playground.
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Fall EVENT
PTO Sponsored
Fall Event
Sixth Annual Golf Tournament November 4, 2017
Thank you to those who generously supported this major fundraiser to benefit the students of Holy Trinity. MAJOR SPONSORS: • CHICK-FIL-A • DEACON RICHARD & BRENDA FLENKE, SR. • JERSEY MIKE’S • THOMAS BEACH VACATIONS • TNT HEATING $100 HOLE SPONSORS: • • • •
CHERRY GROVE AUTOMOTIVE KETIH’S PAINTING KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS LIQUID MUNN-E
SPONSOR ALLADIN REALTY BOBBY HALL BUBBA COLLINS BURGESS REALTY JEAN MARTINO JIMMY JACOBS KATHY HANDS LEE CONN TONI KARTSONAS
IN MEMORY OF
ELLEN BASSETT JOHN WAYNE JOSH JACOBS/B. COLLINS INS. DR. RUSSELL R BURGESS MICHAEL MARTINOA LTG FRED VOLLRATH (RET) JOHN HANDS DON L. CONN NICK KARTSONAS
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$150 Hole Sponsors • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
ATTY. JAMES T. FELDMAN BELL & BELL GMC CAUGH EYE CARE CHICK-FIL-A FLYNN’S IRISH TAVERN GEORGE’S PANCAKE HOUSE GRAND STRAND MEDICAL HD AUDIO AND VIDEO JUD KUHN CHEVROLET LEE FUNERAL HOME MAHALA PEARSALL CENTURY 21 NAIL ENVY OWNER DIRECT VACATION RENTALS SCOTT MATTHEWS CENTURY 21 TONY’S PIZZA
Fall EVENT Other Businesses Who Supported our Tournament: A PLUS AUTO SERVICE HARBORVIEW GOLF RIVER OAKS APPLEBEE’S HAWAIIAN RUMBLE SAM’S PLACE BAR-B-QUE HOUSE HOPE TAYLOR & COMPANY SEA MAN’S RESTAURANT BAREFOOT - DYE CLUB HOSKINS RESTAURANT SEA MERCHANTS RESTAURANT BILLY THE KID’S RESTAURANT HOT STACKS SEA TRAIL GOLF CLUB BLACK’S TIRE & AUTO SERVICE HTC SONIC BOJANGLE’S KATIE DYER LESSONS AT BAREFOOT ST. ELIZABETH ANN SETON HIGH BONKFIT LA BELLE AMIE STUDIO ONE HAIR DESIGNS BOUNDARY HOUSE LITTLE RIVER DELI SUNNY SIDE UP GRILL BRUNSWICK PLANTATION LITTLE RIVER HOUSE OF PIZZA SURF GOLF & BEACH CLUB BUBBLE BEAD MADNESS BOUTIQUE MAYDAY GOLF THE LEGENDS GROUP BUDS & BLOOMS MELLOW MUSHROOM THE PEARL GOLF LINKS BURGESS REALTY
MOLTEN MOUNTAIN COURSES THE VALLEY AT EASTPORT CAKES BY THE SEA MULLIGAN’S SPORTS BAR THOMAS BEACH VACATIONS CALEDONIA NAIL ENVY TIGERS EYE GOLF COURSE CARRABBA’S NMB AQUATIC CENTER T-N-T HEATING CHIANTI SOUTH NMB CHAMBER OF COMMERCE TRUE BLUE CHRIS’ PIZZA NORTH STRAND NISSAN AUTO UMBERTO’S AT BAREFOOT CLARK’S SEAFOOD HOUSE OLD CHICAGO PIZZA & TAPROOM WYNDHAM RESORT VACATIONS CROW CREEK GOLF CLUB OUTBACK YOUNG INTERIORS CROWN PARK GOLF CLUB PARKWAY BISTRO Z’S AMAZING KITCHEN CURLEY’S CAFÉ PARSON’S TABLE WYNDHAM RESORT VACATIONS DINOSAUR ADVENTURE MINI GOLF PGA SUPERSTORE YOUNG INTERIORS FILET’S PRESTWICK COUNTRY CLUB Z’S AMAZING KITCHEN FOUNDERS GOLF GROUP PROFESSOR HACKER’S LOST TREASURE GOLDEN GRIDDLE RICHARD PETTY NASCAR DRIVING EXP.
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Spring EVENT
PTO Sponsored
Spring Event
Second Annual Spring Festival May 5, 2018 Thank you to those who generously supported this major fundraiser to benefit the students of Holy Trinity.
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Spring Our Lady Star of the Sea North Myrtle Beach, SC
ALABAMA THEATER CALLIE WISE – STATE FARM INSURANCE CASA VILLA OF LORIS FLYNN’S IRISH TAVERN GINO’S PIZZA HOLT’S APPLE FRIES J&S PLUMBING OF THE CAROLINAS KEITH’S PAINTING KING SUSHI LULAROE CORPORATE LULAROE LISA & MICHAEL HELMICK MIDTOWN BISTRO PALMETTO RESENDTIAL ELECTRIC PAT AND JUDY CIROLIA SPYGLASS MINI GOLF THE CREW FAMILY THE MCKEOWN FAMILY THE MONNELL FAMILY THE PARSON’S TABLE RUSELL BURGESS, JR. STEEL CITY STUDIO ONE THE TINOCO FAMILY TODD INSURANCE AGENCY – ALLSTATE WILD WATER & WHEELS YVONNE PHREANER
From the DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT
Dear Valued Supporter of Holy Trinity Catholic School,
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ffering a Catholic school that is dedicated to providing a caring, nurturing environment for its students and one that allows for an individualized educational curriculum when needed is certainly unique and truly a blessing for students attending Holy Trinity Catholic School and their families. With the combination of strong moral teaching and superior academics, Catholic schools serve as a ‘beacon of hope and light” according to Bishop Guglielmone. Catholic education presents us with the opportunity to help keep students focused on the presence of God in their lives and reinforce the importance of their faith. It is essential that we all commit to shepherding our youth and help to form the leadership of tomorrow. One measure of living our faith is how we are able to make a difference in the lives of others. It is with this in mind that we ask for your consideration to join us as we support the Holy Trinity Catholic School Annual Fund. The economic challenges of a Catholic education are truly evident at Holy Trinity Catholic School. Tuition increases are necessary each year but may force some families to consider leaving the school, which would negatively impact their greatest gift – their children. The Annual Fund supports tuition assistance for families who qualify and also supports school projects that cannot be covered in the school budget. As you know, we are celebrating the 10th Anniversary of Holy Trinity Catholic School and its mission to provide a quality, Catholic Education for all youngsters who are presently enrolled at the school and those who will attend the school in the future. Please accept this invitation to invest in the youth of Holy Trinity Catholic School so that its mission can continue well in to the future. If you would like to make your donation on-line, please go to the school web site at: www.htcatholicschoolmyrtlebeach.com and click on the “giving page. The Annual Fund Goal for 2018–2019 is $175,000, which includes tuition assistance funds and money for projects not included in the regular school budget. If you would like to pledge a certain amount to the Annual Fund and contribute monthly, please complete the appropriate section on the “giving card” included with this Annual Report. Again, thank you so much for your wonderful support. If you have any questions regarding development efforts for the school, please do not hesitate to call me. Also, please know that you are remembered in prayer by our school community each day. God bless you for your generosity. OLSS Special Collections $33,490
Ms. Sheila Durante
Student Fundraising
$33,490
Director of Stewardship and Development
$3,000 $65,335
$3,000
Parent Fundraising $14,000
Annual Fund Projects
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$14
$18,680 $18,680
Annual Fund Scholarship $65,335
Total: $134,805
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The Honor Roll of DONORS
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Trinity LEGACY CIRCLE Yrs
The Trinity Legacy Circle remembers and honors those who have died but who live on through their generous bequests to Holy Trinity Catholic School.
MRS. FLORENCE DONLAN CHARTER MEMBER 2016 MR. CHARLES (PHIL) JOHNSTON 2017 Mr. Johnston was a faithful volunteer at Holy Trinity Catholic School from its opening in 2009 until his health prevented him from continuing in 2016. He volunteered his time to oversee lunch and recess periods once a week. Mr. Johnston also donated an organ to the school. Mr. Johnston’s bequest was deposited into the Holy Trinity Catholic School endowment fund.
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The Honor Roll of DONORS
The Honor Roll
Of Donors
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oly Trinity Catholic School honors the generosity of those who support Catholic education and the mission of Holy Trinity Catholic School. This Annual Report lists all donations from July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2018. Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of all contributions during this period.
Please contact the Office of Stewardship and Development at (843) 663-0106 should you note an omission or error.
TRINITY CIRCLE (Gifts of $25,000 and above) The Ross Family
VISIONARY CIRCLE (Gifts of $15,000 - $24,999)
BENEFACTOR CIRCLE (Gifts of $5,000 - $14,999) Anonymous Mr. George White
PATRON CIRCLE (Gifts of $2,500 - $4,999)
Gabelli Foundation, Inc. Knights of Columbus OLSS Ladies Guild
SUPPORTER CIRCLE (Gifts of $500 - $2,499)
Ancient Order of Hibernians Mr. & Mrs. Gary Arthur Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Cionek Mr. William Daniel
Mr. & Mrs. Richard Flenke, Sr. Gabelli Foundation, Inc Mr. Robert Holm Mr. & Mrs. Keith Kaszak Mr. James Kerg, Jr. The Bill and Valerie McGarry Charitable Fund Mr. & Mrs. James Morrical Ms. Margaret Nemeth Mr. & Mrs. Gabriel Pantaleo, Jr. Mrs. Yvonne Phreaner Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Skelly Mrs. Barbara Stallings Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Ventura
FRIEND CIRCLE (Gifts of $250 - $499)
Mr. & Mrs. Douglas Alexander Mr. & Mrs. Paul Cioffi Mr. & Mrs. Robert Herzog Ms. Regina Hickey Ms. Kathleen O’Connor Mr. & Mrs. John Ring Mrs. Suzanne Runkle Mr. Otto Schwartz Mr. Donald P. Shaw Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Snoddy Ms. Carol Stephens Ms. Elaine Voltzow Mr. & Mrs. Edward Yandle facebook.com/HTCSLions | 25
The Honor Roll of DONORS BLUE & GOLD CIRCLE (Gifts up to $250)
Mr. Terrence H. Alfund Mr. & Mrs. Philp Allen Mrs. Pamela Anderson Mr. Philip Annie Mr. & Mrs. James Antisdel Mr. & Mrs. Anthony P. Arcuri Carol Ann Barnett Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Barr Mr. & Mrs. Mitchell Barrier Mr. & Mrs. Victor Battaglioli Mr. & Mrs. Richard Bauer Mr. & Mrs. William Baxter Mr. & Mrs. James E. Bayreuther Mr. & Mrs. Raymond Becmer Mrs. Theresa Bertucco Mrs. Kathy Blaine Ms. Jamie Bohack Mr. Pat Bologna Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Boronski Mr. James Boyle Mr. & Mrs. Harry Bracken Ms. Nancy Bradbury Mr. & Mrs. Randy Brewer Mrs. Marlene Brown Mr. Peter Brown Mr. Kerry Burgan Mrs. Anne S. Burgess Mr. & Mrs. Russell Burgess, Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Francis Burke Mr. & Mrs. Robert Buser Mr. & Mrs. John Callahan Mr. & Mrs. Parl Carver Mrs. Juliet Casper Ms. Estelilta Castro Dr. & Mrs. Kurt Caugh Mrs. Patricia Cesarski Mr. & Mrs. David Chambers 26 | htcatholicschoolmyrtlebeach.com
Mr. & Mrs. Victor Chavez Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Check Mrs. Siobhan Ciaccio Mr. & Mrs. Pat Cirolia Mr. & Mrs. Richard Colby Mr. & Mrs. Patrick Coleman Mrs. Chongcha Lee Conn Mr. Robert Connors Mr. & Mrs. William Convey Mr. & Mrs. George Copertino Mrs. Jeannette Corrado Mr. & Mrs. George Cournoyer Mr. & Mrs. Edward Croteau Mr. & Mrs. Anthony R. Cucchiaro Mr. & Mrs. Charles D’Ascoli Mrs. Catherine Davis Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Dedman Mr. & Mrs. Anthony DeSimone Mr. & Mrs. Darrell Dessinque Mr. & Mrs. James Deveney Mr. & Mrs. Michael DiMartino Mr. & Mrs. Michael Dininno Mr. & Mrs. Walter Doney Mr. & Mrs. Gregory Duckworth Mr. & Mrs. Richard Dwyer VI Mr. & Mrs. Vincent Eagan Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Esposito Mr. Thomas Evans Mr. & Mrs. Alexander Fekas Mrs. Jessica Ferrebee Ms. Maria Figueroa Ms. Lynn Flanagan Mr. & Mrs. Robert Flanagan Mr. & Mrs. John Fleck Ms. Barbara Foley Mr. & Mrs. John F. Franz Mr. Michael Frazzini Mr. & Mrs. Thomas French Ms. Anglea Fricano Mr. & Mrs. John J. Galvin Mr. & Mrs. John Gardiner Mr. & Mrs. David Garner
Mr. & Mrs. Texas Gehlihardt Mr. & Mrs. Donald L. Gerber Mr. & Mrs. Frank Giannone Mr. & Mrs. Raymond Girard Mr. & Mrs. Shane Goheen Mr. & Mrs. John Gohsler Ms. Milka Govorcin Mr. Michael Granton Mr. & Mrs. Donald Green Mr. J. Burke & Ms. J. Greissinger Gryphon Sales Corp. Mrs. Dolores Gugino Mr. & Mrs. Dan Haggerty Mrs. Kathleen Haight Mrs. Kathleen Hands Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Haring Mr. & Mrs. James Harrington Mr. & Mrs. William Harrison Mr. Thomas Herbert Mr. & Mrs. Edward J. Higgins Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Holland Mr. & Mrs. Robert Houser Mr. & Mrs. John Huber Mr. & Mrs. Robert Huey Mrs. Victoria Huey Mrs. Patricia Jaccard Mr. Joseph Jansky Mr. & Mrs. Michael Jesse The Hon. & Mrs. Steven H. John Mr. & Mrs. Michael Johnson Mr. & Mrs. Robert Jones Mr. & Mrs. William Jones Mrs. Constance Joyce Dr. & Mrs. Michael Joyce Mr. & Mrs. Gregg Juster Mr. & Mrs. Karasch Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Kenny Mr. & Mrs. Brent Kidd Mr. & Mrs. Gresham Kilmer, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. William Kissam Mr. & Mrs. Herbert Knott Mr. & Mrs. John Koch
The Honor Roll of DONORS Ms. Kathleen Kolasky Mr. Thomas Kovich & Nancy McVay Mr. & Mrs. Patrick Kreuser Ms. Arline & Barbara Kryger Mr. & Mrs. George Kubovcik Mr. & Mrs. Normand Lambert Mr. & Mrs. Scott Learned Mr. & Mrs. Ronald LeDonne Mr. & Mrs. Richard Letvak Dr. & Mrs. Antonio Licata Mr. & Mrs. Donald Little Drs. Dwayne & Marie Livigni Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Livingston Mrs. Lucy Luce Mr. & Mrs. Robert Lyncheski Mr. & Mrs. Charles Lyon Mr. & Mrs. Richard Maher Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Malloy Mr. & Mrs. Bernie Mann Mr. & Mrs. George Mann Mr. & Mrs. Edward Manning Rev. Andrew Marinak Mr. & Mrs. Johnathan Martin Mr. Victor Martin Mr. & Mrs. Steven Mathews Mr. Doug McCloskey Mr. & Mrs. James McConnell Mr. & Mrs. William McConnell Mrs. Eleanor R. McCroskey Mr. & Mrs. John McDonnell Mr. & Mrs. Joseph McGinity Mr. & Mrs. John McNamara Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Meli Mrs. Theresa Melillo Mr. & Mrs. Joseph W. Meo Mr. & Mrs. James Mercer Mrs. Cindy Mona Mr. & Mrs. Craig Monnell Dr. & Mrs. Lane Moore Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Morrone Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Muller
Mr. & Mrs. Eduard R. Murray Mrs. Frances S. Shackett Mr. Donald P. Shaw Mr. & Mrs. Ernest C. Napolitani Mr. & Mrs. Hoang Nguyen Mr. & Mrs. Richard Shuman Mr. & Mrs. Edward Silver Mr. & Mrs. Walter Niederberger Mr. & Mrs. Stanley Noecker Mr. & Mrs. Gregory Solowey Mr. & Mrs. John Stack Mrs. Joyce Norelli Mr. William Norelli Mr. Donald J. Stanley Mr. & Mrs. Bruno Stepanski Mr. William Norris Mr. & Mrs. Gerard Nuber Mr. & Mrs. James Stueve Dr. Trudy Swanda Mr. & Mrs. Lawrence Nyikos Ms. Monica Organisaciak Mr. & Mrs. Walter Taylor Mr. & Mrs. Roy Teed Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Orlino Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Packer Mr. & Mrs. Charles Tetta Ms. Carolyn Then Mr. Peter Pallassino Mrs. Patricia Palma-Raymond Ms. Lynn Tinger Mr. & Mrs. William D. Toomey Mr. & Mrs. Michael Paquette Mr. Joe Paramore & Mrs. L. Sweeney Dr. & Mrs. Henry W. Traylor Mr. & Mrs. Mickey Trexler Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Parker Mr. & Mrs. Leon Pelletier Mr. & Mrs. William J. Tyson Mr. & Mrs. John Urbancik Mr. & Mrs. Paul Perko Mr. & Mrs. Luigi Piccione Mr. & Mrs. John Vanchina Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Villanueva Mrs. Rose Marie Pieroni Ms. Eleanor Pugliese Mr. & Mrs. Harry C. Walker Mr. & Mrs. Joseph H. Webb Mr. & Mrs. James Quigley Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Rafferty Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Weisgerber, Sr. Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Wells Mr. & Mrs. Robert Rangel Mr. & Mrs. James Ranieri Ms. Dorothy Wetzold Mr. & Mrs. Alan White Ms. Patricia Raymond Mr. & Mrs. Michael Rifenbery Mr. & Mrs. Richard White Mr. & Mrs. James Wicker Ms. Nancy Robinson Mr. & Mrs. George Role, Jr. Mr. David Williams Ms. Carol Williamson Ms. Tommie Ronemus Mr. & Mrs. Joseph R. Wilson Mrs. Anne Roney Mr. & Mrs. James. J. Wiltshire Mrs. Marion B. Rowinski Ms. Catherine Rozario Mr. & Mrs. Donald Wirth Mr. Andrew Woitko Mr. Kevin Russer Mr. Alvaro Sanchez-Cruz Mr. Albert Worrell Mr. & Mrs. C. Santamaria-Martinez Mrs. Diane Yatkauskas Mrs. Gertrude Sauvageau Mr. & Mrs. John Youker Ms. Genevieve Schroeder Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Zarone Mr. & Mrs. James Schutt Mr. Ray Zenere Mr. & Mrs. Michael Scott facebook.com/HTCSLions | 27
The Honor Roll of DONORS Those who have gone before us shall always live in our hearts.
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MEMORIAL GIFTS hrough these memorial gifts given to Holy Trinity Catholic School in memory of loved ones, family, friends, and acquaintances can express their condolences. The school community remembers all who have died in daily prayer. All memorial gifts become part of the school’s scholarship fund. Memorial donations can be made to the school through the Stewardship and Development office located at Our Lady Star of the Sea.
Anonymous – In Memory of Annette & Gene Esposito Ms. Joan Ubbing – In Memory of John Ubbing
Ms. Regina Hickey – In Memory of Andrew & Julia Hickey, Sr. Ms. Regina Hickey – In Memory of Eugene & Daniel Hickey Mr. Robert Holm – In Memory of Dorothy Holm
Mr. & Mrs. Denis McLaughlin – In Memory of Margaret S. McLaughlin Ms. Jamie Boack – In Memory of James Luzzo, Sr.
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Esposito – In Memory of John Franz Gryphon Sales Corp. – In Memory of John Hands
Mr. Joseph Jansky – In Memory of Frank & Jean Jansky
Mr. & Mrs. James Luzzo – In Memory of Fran Geaglone, Cindy McCloskey,
Velma & Harold Flenke, Sr., Elizabeth & Jerome Carney, Alex Flenke, Fay Luzzo Ms. Jane Mariani – In Memory of Christine Cioffi
Ms. Elizabeth McDonald – In Memory of James Luzzo, Sr. The Paper Princesses – In Honor of James Luzzo, Sr. Mr. R.T. Quinn – In Memory of Len Recchia
Mr. & Mrs. Alan Schroeder – In Memory of James P. Luzzo, Sr.
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The Honor Roll of DONORS GIFTS IN HONOR OF
These gifts honor loved ones, friends, family members or others who are living.
In Honor of Reverend D. Anthony Droze Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Morrone
GIFTS OF PRAYER
Many people offered their prayers for the success of Holy Trinity Catholic School and the school community thanks them for their prayerful support.
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Ways to GIVE
Dear Families, Parishioners, and Valued Supporters of Holy Trinity,
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cannot believe our “little school” is about to celebrate its tenth anniversary this year! Who knew when we first opened our doors with just a handful of teachers and only 22 students that we would be where we are today? I feel truly blessed to have been a part of this amazing journey from the very beginning. As the saying goes, “Where there is hope, there is faith. Where there is faith, miracles happen.” Now, with over 80 students in grades Preschool through 8th, as well as a full faculty and staff, we have truly shown how having faith has allowed miracles to happen. As we begin our tenth academic year, we look to make additional improvements to our programs, curriculum, and facilities, as well as continuing projects that have started in previous years. Last year, we were able to make several upgrades to our kitchen and in July, we received our DHEC approval. We are now serving hot lunches to our students five days a week. We also installed a cantilever canopy across the sidewalk in front of the school this summer. Now, our students and staff are protected from inclement weather during the morning arrival and afternoon pick up process. This year, our annual fund campaign will be focused on continuing improvements to our academic programs and campus, as well as providing scholarships for students in need. We would like to extend the cantilever canopy from the front of the school to the social hall and eventually to the chapel, so that students and faculty can access the entire campus safely regardless of the weather conditions. We would also like to add more technology and STREAM (Science, Technology, Religion, Engineering, Arts, and Math) related resources in our classrooms. This year we were able to put Chromebooks in the hands of all of our sixth through eighth grade students, but we would like to be able to do so for our fifth grade students as well. And as always, we would like to provide financial assistance to our families who otherwise would not be able to afford a Catholic education for their children. Making it possible to provide the improvements mentioned in this letter will allow Holy Trinity Catholic School to continue to meet the needs of our students, their families, and our faculty. It will also ensure that we continue to deliver a superior academic and spiritual program. We are asking for your support in accomplishing these goals. As always, everyone at Holy Trinity is extremely grateful for your donations. I ask that you continue to support HTCS through your prayers and through your financial gifts. Your faith is a blessing to us and will allow miracles to happen. May God continue bless you always! Blessings,
Karen Luzzo, Principal
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Ways to GIVE
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HOLY TRINITY CATH0LIC SCHOOL 2017 – 2018 ANNUAL FUND APPEAL ANNUAL FUND
he Annual Fund Drive for Holy Trinity Catholic School begins with this Annual Report Mailing. A card and envelope for the Annual Fund are enclosed with this Report. The return card gives donors the opportunity to make a one-time contribution or pledge a certain amount for ten months beginning in September and ending in June of 2019. The Annual Fund supports both scholarship and project needs
AN IRA “GIFT FOR GOOD”
Individuals 70 ½ years of age and older can transfer up to $100,000 of IRA assets directly to a charity without the money being included as income for tax purposes. Each spouse has this option, giving married coupes the opportunity to donate up to $200,000. This preserves the full amount for charity and allows donors to do this during their lifetime, rather than waiting to give through estate plans. For individuals 70 ½ years of age and older, a qualified charitable distribution can count towards the required minimum distribution (RMD). This offers a distinct advantage over taking a taxable IRA distribution and then contributing the proceeds of that distribution to a charity. That’s because taxable IRA distributions must be included in adjusted gross income. By donating IRA assets to charity, beneficiaries/heirs are not burdened by the potential taxes associated with receiving IRA assets upon your death. Use funds to create a lasting legacy! Provide financial support to Holy Trinity Catholic School and make a significant, meaningful difference while enjoying tax advantages.
NO GIFT IS TOO SMALL
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Ways to GIVE TRIBUTE CARDS
Do you need a gift for someone who has everything? Or, would you like to say thank you to a special teacher or friend? Holy Trinity Catholic School Tribute Cards can fill these gift needs. You can purchase 1 Tribute Card for $20, 5 Tribute Cards for $75, or a pack of 10 for $125. Please contact Sheila Durante (sdurante@gmail.com) at 843-663-0106 to place your order. Please allow 5-10 business days for your cards to arrive.
MONTHLY PLEDGE
Every gift, great or small, when added with the gifts of others can add up to something amazing! Whatever amount you feel called to give can be spread out over ten monthly payments (September to June). If you would like to do this, simply check the pledge box and indicate your monthly pledge. Checks made out to HTCS can be sent to Sheila Durante at the church office. Be sure to mark Annual Fund Monthly Pledge on the memo line.
PROCEDURE TO DONATE STOCK
Stock donations may be made for the benefit of a parish, school, Diocese of Charleston, Bishop’s Annual Appeal, capital campaign or a ministry. The following information is needed to ensure proper awarding of the stock donation proceeds: 1. the name of the stock 2. the donor’s name and address 3. the number of shares (whole numbers) Please notify Mrs. Kathryn Dannelly, Diocese of Charleston, at 803-540-1920 or kdannelly@catholic-doc.org, or her mailing address is St. Joseph Catholic Church, 3512 Devine Street, Columbia, SC 29205. Your donation will be unable to be processed without this information. The donor’s broker/investment bank should transfer the securities according to the following instructions: DTC #2108 Comerica Bank Code 40 For further credit to: 1055077038 Catholic Community Foundation of South Carolina FBO (Name of Parish/School/Diocese of Charleston/or Campaign)
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Ways to GIVE MUTUAL FUNDS DONATION PROCEDURE:
For a mutual fund donation, please contact Helena Williams at Comerica Bank for details on how to complete the process for this particular donation. Phone: 313-222-9873 The donor will receive an acknowledgement letter from the Diocese of Charleston after the stock or mutual funds donation is processed. Please Note: • Comerica Bank cannot process fractional shares. Please specify the securities to be donated in whole numbers. • If an individual holds the physical stock certificate, please contact Mrs. Kathryn Dannelly for further instructions. • If the securities are going to be transferred via Computershare, please contact Mrs. Kathryn Dannelly for additional instructions.
BEQUESTS
Remembering Holy Trinity Catholic School in your Estate Planning is a way to ensure that quality Catholic educaiton will be available well into the future. If you have any questions regarding bequests or need Assistance with planning, please contact Sheila Durante (sduranteolss@gmail.com) at (843) 663-0106. If you already provided for Holy Trinity Catholic School in your will, please mark the approoriate space on the Annual Giving Card insert in this booklet. When making a bequest, please be sure to make your donation to the HTCS Endowment Fund.
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Your Gifts OUR GRATITUDE
Thank You
Thanks to your generosity over the years, these projects have been made possible.
2013-2014 - Science lab
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2014-2015 - Student bathroom floors and library
Your Gifts OUR GRATITUDE 2015-2016 - Basketball court and fencing on PK/K playground
2016-2017 - Kitchen dishwasher and shade shelters by playground/basketball court
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Student SPOTLIGHT
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ur alumni are currently pursuing their academics at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic High School, Academy for the Arts, Science & Technology, North Myrtle Beach High School, and Summerville High School.
Class of 2016 Brendan Cordero Brianna DiCesare Jaylon Holman Skylah Mooney
Class of 2017 Alexandra Gonzalez Nicholas Gambino Cody Waters Taylor Harrison
OUR NEWEST ALUMNI‌ The Class of 2018 Caleb Manness Burgess Gurganus Gavin Cartwright Carson Phillips Grace Lomeli Connor Caugh William Hines 36 | htcatholicschoolmyrtlebeach.com
Meet the FACULTY
Karen Luzzo Principal
Mary McConnell Administrative Assistant
Doug McCloskey Maintence Director
Paula Parnell Nurse
Jennifer Anthony Preschool
Brijette Johnson Kindergarten
Jessica Ferrebee 1st grade
Angel Hairston 2nd grade
Genevieve Sedensky 3rd grade/ Curriculum Coor.
Erick Hugo 5th-8th Math 4th/6th Religion
Michelle Harrison 4th-8th Science 5th Religion
Kendra Trexler 4th-8th Social Studies 4th Math
Genevieve Mason 4th-8th ELA 6th-8th Religion
Marley Brothers PE, Technology Exlporatories/ After Care
Patricia Perrucci Music/Choir
Amanda Kaminski Art
Geri Weindelmayer Library
Lucy Garcia Spanish
Chris Rohan Kindergarten Aide
Our Newest Trinity Lion‌. Cash Alexander Samuel Hairston
Holy Trinity Catholic School 1760 Living Stones Lane Longs, SC 29568
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Over hours of community service and social outreach in 2017-2018
Annual Christmas Program December 19, 2018 6:15 PM @ OLSS Catholic Schools Week Mass and PTO Sponsored Brunch January 27, 2019 10 AM mass at OLSS Brunch to follow in OLSS banquet hall 10th Anniversary Winter Gala March 2, 2019 6-10 PM at OLSS 10th Anniversary Mass March 3, 2019 10 AM PM at OLSS Graduation Ceremony May 26, 2019 Noon mass at OLSS
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