SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
GRANDPARENTS DAY
How we love our grandparents! Each year, Trinity Oaks Christian Academy sets aside a very special day to honor our grandparents and their wonderful legacies in Christ. It’s a day filled with joyful music, classroom visits and simply spending time with those who leave handprints on our hearts. Thank you grandparents (and surrogates too) for pouring God’s love into your grandchildren so that from “tiny acorns will indeed grow mighty oaks”!
ROOTED AND BUILT UP IN HIM Junior high and high school students started off the new school year with a retreat and “building upon their faith as they have been taught.” This time away allows our students to grow closer to the LORD and to one another while enjoying fun, team building activities and taking in God’s beautiful landscape in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.
HO
No obstacle too hard for these junior high students
ME
the OAK LEAF
Fall 2015
Equipping future generations with wisdom, knowledge and c h a r a c t e r t o i m p a c t t h e i r w o r l d f o r C h r i s t w i t h s e r v a n t s ’ h e a r t s.
Trinity Oaks Christian Academy
CH
233 Trinity Oaks Way, Cary, IL 60013
UR CH
Celebrating 25 Years
A Quarterly Publication of Trinity Oaks Christian Academy
SCHOOL
847-462-5971 | www.trinity-oaks.org
Find us on Facebook Our Mission: A Community of Believers The mission of Trinity Oaks Christian Academy is to partner with the Christian home and church in the training of children, maximizing their potential to lead Christian lives according to biblical standards. HS boys enjoying a game of GaGa Ball
Board of Trustees
SEE YOU AT THE POLE
Tim Barak Scott Cufr, Board President David Curtis Brian Dorn Nate Freeman Shelly McCarthy
And rising very early in the morning, while it was still dark, He departed and went out to a desolate place, and there He prayed.” (Mark 1:35) On September 23rd, Junior High & High School students followed Jesus’ example to pray for their school, friends, teachers and government. Thank you Huskies!
Ben Klimek Tim Fraser Curt Brookens Dorothy Murdock Bill Walkiewicz Paul Wrobbel, Head of School
SHADES OF AUTUMN FUN
CHRISTIAN HEROES Fall/Winter Calendar
“Sweet Niblets” – Mackenzie & Makayla Richards
8th graders – Andrew Khoury, Jack Freeman & Christian St. John
Imagine this – a picture perfect fall day, an afternoon of fun and fellowship with friends followed by a hayride underneath the harvest moon and then returning to a glowing bonfire to sit around and enjoy warm apple cider and apple cider donuts! Amazing, right?! You just pictured our annual Stades Farm Outing sponsored by H.O.P.E.
What a humbling and grateful moment to learn about the heroes of faith who came before us and sacrificed all for Christ so others could hear the Good News! Thank you to our 4th graders for doing an amazing job with an outstanding living wax museum.
“Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving.” Colossians 2:6-7 – 2015/2016 Year Verse
November 25-27 Thanksgiving Recess December 3 Christmas Concert Grades 3-5 December 18 Christmas Gift Chapel December 21 – January 1 Christmas Break
LEADING THE WAY
MAKING A DIFFERENCE
NEWS FROM IN & AROUND OUR SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY
We are very thankful to be celebrating 25 years of partnering with Christian families throughout the McHenry County area. From our talented alumni to the students we serve today, our school stands as a testament to God’s faithfulness and remarkable commitment to the vision and mission of Trinity Oaks. As part of our commitment to our students and the greater community, our school embarked on a journey to become accredited by two of the leading independent school accrediting agencies: Association of Christian Schools International and AdvancED. In October, the final step of the accreditation process was successfully completed and we are eagerly awaiting the final seal of excellence to be awarded in December.
EQUIPPING FUTURE GENERATIONS On October 24, 2015, families, friends and alumni gathered for an incredible evening to celebrate Trinity Oaks’ 25th Anniversary and Annual Fall Banquet. God’s blessings were abundant and woven throughout the event as we recalled the humble beginnings of our school and thanked God for His provision and faithfulness throughout the years. Our time together closed with a powerful message delivered by our guest speaker, Janet Parshall, reaffirming our vision to equip mighty warriors with His wisdom, knowledge & character to impact the world for Christ – for future generations to come and all for His glory!
Training Up Future Generations TRAINING UP THE FUTURE GENERATIONS
Kaitlin Pollina Art Favorite Bible Verse: Psalms 91:4 Fun Fact: I’m an outdoors adventurer!
Trinity Oaks has consistently witnessed firsthand God’s provision and hand of blessing. This year, thirty-one (31) new students representing thirteen (13) new families have joined Trinity Oaks and are committed to our mission of partnering with the home in the training of children to lead Christian lives. In addition to these new families and students, we also welcomed nine (9) new faculty members, who you will find in this issue of the Oak Leaf.
Abigail Klaus Preschool Favorite Bible Verse: Ephesians 3:14-21 Fun Fact: I love a good book or movie and eating anything
Bridget Harvey High School Chemistry Favorite Bible Verse: Philippians 4:13 Fun Fact: I am a huge “Anglophile” & love a “cuppa tea!”
Kristen Dzialo TOCA Alumna – Class of ‘04 5th -8th Physical Ed Favorite Bible Verse: All of Hebrews12 Fun Fact: I was the beloved, Winnie the Pooh at Disney World for one year!
Your partnership with our ministry at Trinity Oaks Christian Academy allows us to anchor our students’ lives on biblical principles in order to impact the world for Christ. THANK YOU for coming alongside us to train the next generation in Him. THANK YOU for your ongoing prayers and financial support to allow children the opportunity to be “rooted and built up in Him.” THANK YOU for leaving a legacy in Him, Christ Jesus the Lord. Dr. Paul Wrobbel Head of School
HONORABLE MENTION
Abounding in thanksgiving – Happy 25th Anniversary Trinity Oaks Christian Academy!
BACK TO SCHOOL
What an incredible start to the 2015/16 school year – one filled with lots of laughter, love, and smiles!
Current Generation of TOCA – Scott & Carrie Raeside
Dr. Wrobbel & Janet Parshall
Legacy Family – Dalyn & Liz Dye
Lisa Hershberger Husky Pup Program Favorite Bible Verse: Luke 5:27-32 Fun Fact: I love to rollerblade, hike and cook!
Heather Modica TOCA Alumna – Class of ‘03 Junior High Language Arts Favorite Bible Verse: 2 Corinthians 8-12 Fun Fact: I LOVE hedhogs!
Afton Olson 4th Grade Favorite Bible Verse: Psalm 37:5 Fun Fact: I love cheeseburgers & Mexican food! Vicki Thorwall Kindergarten Favorite Bible Verse: Isaiah 40:26 Fun Fact: My house in Heaven will be in the woods!
Cory Shreve High School Bible Favorite Bible Verse: 1 Timothy 4:12 Fun Fact: I LOVE Sushi!
TOCA
Class of 2016 – Meagan Cufr & Nick Weidner
Pre-K Julian Aceves-Martinez
New to TOCA – 3rd grader, Heidi Shreve
Legacy TOCA Moms – Brenda Marchuk, Crystal Senyshyn & Kim Shumaker
Current Generation of TOCA – Eric & Prudence Rowe
SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
GRANDPARENTS DAY
How we love our grandparents! Each year, Trinity Oaks Christian Academy sets aside a very special day to honor our grandparents and their wonderful legacies in Christ. It’s a day filled with joyful music, classroom visits and simply spending time with those who leave handprints on our hearts. Thank you grandparents (and surrogates too) for pouring God’s love into your grandchildren so that from “tiny acorns will indeed grow mighty oaks”!
ROOTED AND BUILT UP IN HIM Junior high and high school students started off the new school year with a retreat and “building upon their faith as they have been taught.” This time away allows our students to grow closer to the LORD and to one another while enjoying fun, team building activities and taking in God’s beautiful landscape in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.
HO
No obstacle too hard for these junior high students
ME
the OAK LEAF
Fall 2015
Equipping future generations with wisdom, knowledge and c h a r a c t e r t o i m p a c t t h e i r w o r l d f o r C h r i s t w i t h s e r v a n t s ’ h e a r t s.
Trinity Oaks Christian Academy
CH
233 Trinity Oaks Way, Cary, IL 60013
UR CH
Celebrating 25 Years
A Quarterly Publication of Trinity Oaks Christian Academy
SCHOOL
847-462-5971 | www.trinity-oaks.org
Find us on Facebook Our Mission: A Community of Believers The mission of Trinity Oaks Christian Academy is to partner with the Christian home and church in the training of children, maximizing their potential to lead Christian lives according to biblical standards. HS boys enjoying a game of GaGa Ball
Board of Trustees
SEE YOU AT THE POLE
Tim Barak Scott Cufr, Board President David Curtis Brian Dorn Nate Freeman Shelly McCarthy
And rising very early in the morning, while it was still dark, He departed and went out to a desolate place, and there He prayed.” (Mark 1:35) On September 23rd, Junior High & High School students followed Jesus’ example to pray for their school, friends, teachers and government. Thank you Huskies!
Ben Klimek Tim Fraser Curt Brookens Dorothy Murdock Bill Walkiewicz Paul Wrobbel, Head of School
SHADES OF AUTUMN FUN
CHRISTIAN HEROES Fall/Winter Calendar
“Sweet Niblets” – Mackenzie & Makayla Richards
8th graders – Andrew Khoury, Jack Freeman & Christian St. John
Imagine this – a picture perfect fall day, an afternoon of fun and fellowship with friends followed by a hayride underneath the harvest moon and then returning to a glowing bonfire to sit around and enjoy warm apple cider and apple cider donuts! Amazing, right?! You just pictured our annual Stades Farm Outing sponsored by H.O.P.E.
What a humbling and grateful moment to learn about the heroes of faith who came before us and sacrificed all for Christ so others could hear the Good News! Thank you to our 4th graders for doing an amazing job with an outstanding living wax museum.
“Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving.” Colossians 2:6-7 – 2015/2016 Year Verse
November 25-27 Thanksgiving Recess December 3 Christmas Concert Grades 3-5 December 18 Christmas Gift Chapel December 21 – January 1 Christmas Break
LEADING THE WAY
MAKING A DIFFERENCE
NEWS FROM IN & AROUND OUR SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY
We are very thankful to be celebrating 25 years of partnering with Christian families throughout the McHenry County area. From our talented alumni to the students we serve today, our school stands as a testament to God’s faithfulness and remarkable commitment to the vision and mission of Trinity Oaks. As part of our commitment to our students and the greater community, our school embarked on a journey to become accredited by two of the leading independent school accrediting agencies: Association of Christian Schools International and AdvancED. In October, the final step of the accreditation process was successfully completed and we are eagerly awaiting the final seal of excellence to be awarded in December.
EQUIPPING FUTURE GENERATIONS On October 24, 2015, families, friends and alumni gathered for an incredible evening to celebrate Trinity Oaks’ 25th Anniversary and Annual Fall Banquet. God’s blessings were abundant and woven throughout the event as we recalled the humble beginnings of our school and thanked God for His provision and faithfulness throughout the years. Our time together closed with a powerful message delivered by our guest speaker, Janet Parshall, reaffirming our vision to equip mighty warriors with His wisdom, knowledge & character to impact the world for Christ – for future generations to come and all for His glory!
Training Up Future Generations TRAINING UP THE FUTURE GENERATIONS
Kaitlin Pollina Art Favorite Bible Verse: Psalms 91:4 Fun Fact: I’m an outdoors adventurer!
Trinity Oaks has consistently witnessed firsthand God’s provision and hand of blessing. This year, thirty-one (31) new students representing thirteen (13) new families have joined Trinity Oaks and are committed to our mission of partnering with the home in the training of children to lead Christian lives. In addition to these new families and students, we also welcomed nine (9) new faculty members, who you will find in this issue of the Oak Leaf.
Abigail Klaus Preschool Favorite Bible Verse: Ephesians 3:14-21 Fun Fact: I love a good book or movie and eating anything
Bridget Harvey High School Chemistry Favorite Bible Verse: Philippians 4:13 Fun Fact: I am a huge “Anglophile” & love a “cuppa tea!”
Kristen Dzialo TOCA Alumna – Class of ‘04 5th -8th Physical Ed Favorite Bible Verse: All of Hebrews12 Fun Fact: I was the beloved, Winnie the Pooh at Disney World for one year!
Your partnership with our ministry at Trinity Oaks Christian Academy allows us to anchor our students’ lives on biblical principles in order to impact the world for Christ. THANK YOU for coming alongside us to train the next generation in Him. THANK YOU for your ongoing prayers and financial support to allow children the opportunity to be “rooted and built up in Him.” THANK YOU for leaving a legacy in Him, Christ Jesus the Lord. Dr. Paul Wrobbel Head of School
HONORABLE MENTION
Abounding in thanksgiving – Happy 25th Anniversary Trinity Oaks Christian Academy!
BACK TO SCHOOL
What an incredible start to the 2015/16 school year – one filled with lots of laughter, love, and smiles!
Current Generation of TOCA – Scott & Carrie Raeside
Dr. Wrobbel & Janet Parshall
Legacy Family – Dalyn & Liz Dye
Lisa Hershberger Husky Pup Program Favorite Bible Verse: Luke 5:27-32 Fun Fact: I love to rollerblade, hike and cook!
Heather Modica TOCA Alumna – Class of ‘03 Junior High Language Arts Favorite Bible Verse: 2 Corinthians 8-12 Fun Fact: I LOVE hedhogs!
Afton Olson 4th Grade Favorite Bible Verse: Psalm 37:5 Fun Fact: I love cheeseburgers & Mexican food! Vicki Thorwall Kindergarten Favorite Bible Verse: Isaiah 40:26 Fun Fact: My house in Heaven will be in the woods!
Cory Shreve High School Bible Favorite Bible Verse: 1 Timothy 4:12 Fun Fact: I LOVE Sushi!
TOCA
Class of 2016 – Meagan Cufr & Nick Weidner
Pre-K Julian Aceves-Martinez
New to TOCA – 3rd grader, Heidi Shreve
Legacy TOCA Moms – Brenda Marchuk, Crystal Senyshyn & Kim Shumaker
Current Generation of TOCA – Eric & Prudence Rowe
LEADING THE WAY
MAKING A DIFFERENCE
NEWS FROM IN & AROUND OUR SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY
We are very thankful to be celebrating 25 years of partnering with Christian families throughout the McHenry County area. From our talented alumni to the students we serve today, our school stands as a testament to God’s faithfulness and remarkable commitment to the vision and mission of Trinity Oaks. As part of our commitment to our students and the greater community, our school embarked on a journey to become accredited by two of the leading independent school accrediting agencies: Association of Christian Schools International and AdvancED. In October, the final step of the accreditation process was successfully completed and we are eagerly awaiting the final seal of excellence to be awarded in December.
EQUIPPING FUTURE GENERATIONS On October 24, 2015, families, friends and alumni gathered for an incredible evening to celebrate Trinity Oaks’ 25th Anniversary and Annual Fall Banquet. God’s blessings were abundant and woven throughout the event as we recalled the humble beginnings of our school and thanked God for His provision and faithfulness throughout the years. Our time together closed with a powerful message delivered by our guest speaker, Janet Parshall, reaffirming our vision to equip mighty warriors with His wisdom, knowledge & character to impact the world for Christ – for future generations to come and all for His glory!
Training Up Future Generations TRAINING UP THE FUTURE GENERATIONS
Kaitlin Pollina Art Favorite Bible Verse: Psalms 91:4 Fun Fact: I’m an outdoors adventurer!
Trinity Oaks has consistently witnessed firsthand God’s provision and hand of blessing. This year, thirty-one (31) new students representing thirteen (13) new families have joined Trinity Oaks and are committed to our mission of partnering with the home in the training of children to lead Christian lives. In addition to these new families and students, we also welcomed nine (9) new faculty members, who you will find in this issue of the Oak Leaf.
Abigail Klaus Preschool Favorite Bible Verse: Ephesians 3:14-21 Fun Fact: I love a good book or movie and eating anything
Bridget Harvey High School Chemistry Favorite Bible Verse: Philippians 4:13 Fun Fact: I am a huge “Anglophile” & love a “cuppa tea!”
Kristen Dzialo TOCA Alumna – Class of ‘04 5th -8th Physical Ed Favorite Bible Verse: All of Hebrews12 Fun Fact: I was the beloved, Winnie the Pooh at Disney World for one year!
Your partnership with our ministry at Trinity Oaks Christian Academy allows us to anchor our students’ lives on biblical principles in order to impact the world for Christ. THANK YOU for coming alongside us to train the next generation in Him. THANK YOU for your ongoing prayers and financial support to allow children the opportunity to be “rooted and built up in Him.” THANK YOU for leaving a legacy in Him, Christ Jesus the Lord. Dr. Paul Wrobbel Head of School
HONORABLE MENTION
Abounding in thanksgiving – Happy 25th Anniversary Trinity Oaks Christian Academy!
BACK TO SCHOOL
What an incredible start to the 2015/16 school year – one filled with lots of laughter, love, and smiles!
Current Generation of TOCA – Scott & Carrie Raeside
Dr. Wrobbel & Janet Parshall
Legacy Family – Dalyn & Liz Dye
Lisa Hershberger Husky Pup Program Favorite Bible Verse: Luke 5:27-32 Fun Fact: I love to rollerblade, hike and cook!
Heather Modica TOCA Alumna – Class of ‘03 Junior High Language Arts Favorite Bible Verse: 2 Corinthians 8-12 Fun Fact: I LOVE hedhogs!
Afton Olson 4th Grade Favorite Bible Verse: Psalm 37:5 Fun Fact: I love cheeseburgers & Mexican food! Vicki Thorwall Kindergarten Favorite Bible Verse: Isaiah 40:26 Fun Fact: My house in Heaven will be in the woods!
Cory Shreve High School Bible Favorite Bible Verse: 1 Timothy 4:12 Fun Fact: I LOVE Sushi!
TOCA
Class of 2016 – Meagan Cufr & Nick Weidner
Pre-K Julian Aceves-Martinez
New to TOCA – 3rd grader, Heidi Shreve
Legacy TOCA Moms – Brenda Marchuk, Crystal Senyshyn & Kim Shumaker
Current Generation of TOCA – Eric & Prudence Rowe
SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
GRANDPARENTS DAY
How we love our grandparents! Each year, Trinity Oaks Christian Academy sets aside a very special day to honor our grandparents and their wonderful legacies in Christ. It’s a day filled with joyful music, classroom visits and simply spending time with those who leave handprints on our hearts. Thank you grandparents (and surrogates too) for pouring God’s love into your grandchildren so that from “tiny acorns will indeed grow mighty oaks”!
ROOTED AND BUILT UP IN HIM Junior high and high school students started off the new school year with a retreat and “building upon their faith as they have been taught.” This time away allows our students to grow closer to the LORD and to one another while enjoying fun, team building activities and taking in God’s beautiful landscape in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.
HO
No obstacle too hard for these junior high students
ME
the OAK LEAF
Fall 2015
Equipping future generations with wisdom, knowledge and c h a r a c t e r t o i m p a c t t h e i r w o r l d f o r C h r i s t w i t h s e r v a n t s ’ h e a r t s.
Trinity Oaks Christian Academy
CH
233 Trinity Oaks Way, Cary, IL 60013
UR CH
Celebrating 25 Years
A Quarterly Publication of Trinity Oaks Christian Academy
SCHOOL
847-462-5971 | www.trinity-oaks.org
Find us on Facebook Our Mission: A Community of Believers The mission of Trinity Oaks Christian Academy is to partner with the Christian home and church in the training of children, maximizing their potential to lead Christian lives according to biblical standards. HS boys enjoying a game of GaGa Ball
Board of Trustees
SEE YOU AT THE POLE
Tim Barak Scott Cufr, Board President David Curtis Brian Dorn Nate Freeman Shelly McCarthy
And rising very early in the morning, while it was still dark, He departed and went out to a desolate place, and there He prayed.” (Mark 1:35) On September 23rd, Junior High & High School students followed Jesus’ example to pray for their school, friends, teachers and government. Thank you Huskies!
Ben Klimek Tim Fraser Curt Brookens Dorothy Murdock Bill Walkiewicz Paul Wrobbel, Head of School
SHADES OF AUTUMN FUN
CHRISTIAN HEROES Fall/Winter Calendar
“Sweet Niblets” – Mackenzie & Makayla Richards
8th graders – Andrew Khoury, Jack Freeman & Christian St. John
Imagine this – a picture perfect fall day, an afternoon of fun and fellowship with friends followed by a hayride underneath the harvest moon and then returning to a glowing bonfire to sit around and enjoy warm apple cider and apple cider donuts! Amazing, right?! You just pictured our annual Stades Farm Outing sponsored by H.O.P.E.
What a humbling and grateful moment to learn about the heroes of faith who came before us and sacrificed all for Christ so others could hear the Good News! Thank you to our 4th graders for doing an amazing job with an outstanding living wax museum.
“Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving.” Colossians 2:6-7 – 2015/2016 Year Verse
November 25-27 Thanksgiving Recess December 3 Christmas Concert Grades 3-5 December 18 Christmas Gift Chapel December 21 – January 1 Christmas Break