A Quarterly Publication of Trinity Oaks Christian Academy
SCHOOL ACTIVITIES Junior National Honor Society
Lego League
the OAK LEAF
TOCA had the privilege of having nine of our jr. high students inducted into the Junior National Honor Society. (From left to right) Hannah Pushparaj(8th), Becky Liataud(8th), Grace Cosler(8th), Josue Avalos(7th), Tyler Crawford(8th), Noah Freeman(7th), Keira McCarthy(8th), Sarah Pushparaj(8th), and Mary Hillbrink(8th). Congratulations to all of you!
Great job Huskies at the First Lego League competition! The team worked really hard the past several months and were able to accomplish many of their goals.
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.
The Light has Come! Our talented orchestra led by Mrs. Boerman, and 3-5th graders led by our incredible music teacher, Mrs. Curtis, turned in a fantastic musical performance reminding all of us that the Light has Come to bring “good news of great joy for all people!”
HO ME
Trinity Oaks Christian Academy
CH
233 Trinity Oaks Way, Cary, IL 60013
UR CH
Winter 2017
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.
Board of Trustees
Cross Country Team It was another great season for Coach Morrissey and our cross country team as they “ran the race in such a way as to obtain the prize”. We had an impressive team of athletes displaying their Godgiven talents meet after meet with exceptional performances as they persevered to the top positions in their prospective groups – great job Huskies!
Lady Huskies Volleyball Team The Lady Huskies volleyball teams had a fantastic season. While improving their skills with each match, Coach Olson led the girls JV team to victory in all 8 games this season! The varsity team wasn’t too far behind ending the season with 13 wins and 2 losses while placing 3rd in the St. John’s Elgin tournament. Very impressive season! Well done ladies and Coach Olson!
Board of Trustees Bill Walkiewicz, Board President Tim Barak Nate Freeman Shelly McCarthy Dorothy Murdock
Prudence Rowe Ben Klimek Tim Fraser Curt Brookens Paul Wrobbel, Head of School
WINTERIM
TOCA High school students experienced a life-changing week for this year’s WINTERIM. They accomplished 2 flooring projects, built a deck and a wheelchair ramp, and made new friends serving the people in the Appalachia area of Jonesville, VA.
“Let the greatest among you become as the youngest, and the leader as one who serves.” Luke 22:26
“For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age, waiting for our blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ, who gave himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for himself a people for his own possession who are zealous for good works.” Titus 2:11-14 – 2016/2017 Year Verse
Winter/Spring Calendar February 27-March 3 Missions Week March 10 Rhetoric Recital March 27-31 Spring Break April 6 PK-2nd Grade Spring Concert
LEADING THE WAY NEWS FROM IN & AROUND OUR SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY
What an exciting time it is to engage with the students of Trinity Oaks. It is my privilege to spend my days working with them as I experience their energy, enthusiasm, and inquisitive natures, especially at Christmas time. As you look through the Oak Leaf, you will gain a glimpse into the various activities our students have been engaged in as we celebrated the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. The Christmas chapel is always a highlight for me. What a blessing to see the students demonstrate and experience the true meaning of Christmas by giving to others. Trinity Oaks’ vision is to equip the next generation with wisdom, knowledge, and character in order to impact the world for Christ with servants’ hearts. In this issue of the Oak Leaf, we catch up with one of the previous generations, the class of 2012, as they have moved on from high school to college and continue to discover and develop their God-given gifts and abilities. It will be exciting to see where God leads each of these Trinity Oaks alumni in the years to come. Through your prayerful support of Trinity Oaks Christian Academy we can continue our ministry. Thank you for believing in our vision of equipping future generations with wisdom, knowledge and character. Dr. Paul Wrobbel Head of School
ALLISON ARKELL
Bethel University – St. Paul, MN
NOAH COHEN
Brandeis University -Waltham, MA
The experiences at TOCA were good, gave me a well-rounded background in education, and a good Christian background.
Academically, my transition into high school was very smooth. Sophomore year of high school, after transferring to the Classical Consortium, many of the teachers were impressed with my writing, rhetoric, and timemanagement skills that I had acquired at TOCA.
KIRA BERNDT
KIRA BERNDT PHOTOGRAPHY, Crystal Lake
DAKOTA BLILER Purdue University – West Lafayette, IN
MEAGAN CUFR
SHANNON MORRISON
Indiana Wesleyan University – Marion, IN
LeTourneau University – Longview, TX
ALEC HAGLAND
Valparaiso University – Northwest, IN
CHRISTMAS CHAPEL students raised over $2,500 to help spread the Good News to many organizations including World Vision, Feed my Starving Children, and Samaritan’s Purse.
EDEN RENKO
Governess/au pair/nanny
In terms of my spiritual journey, TOCA surrounded me with a fantastic group of believers and helped me build a rock solid foundation.
Miss A!!! Love that woman!! She was my ultimate role model in so many ways and still a large part of my life today! Every time I am home from school I want to visit her!
The Christmas Chapel is a cherished time when each class presents a gift to a non-profit organization. This year, the spirit of giving was abundant as the
University of Alabama – Tuscaloosa, AL
TOCA provided a super solid foundation biblically by instilling us with Bible verses. I still carry the memory verses with me today as constant encouragement!
Sincerely,
GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANTS
JAMES MIKOLAJCZEWSKI
TOCA helped me become a stronger person and see the potential I have inside of me and the gifts God has given me. Ms. Grosser left a huge impact by challenging me to do my best in everything that I did. Also to remember if no one is standing with me, know that God is!
SAMANTHA RZANY
Indiana Wesleyan University – Marion, IN
TOCA established values in more ways than one spiritually and relationally, including friendship and the importance or deep connection with people as well as how important it was to have a solid foundation.
MARY MORRISSEY
Dublin Institute of Technology – Dublin, Ireland
ALEXANDRIA (LEXI) VIEGAS Calvin College – Grand Rapids, MI
TOCA definitely improved my work ethic and prepared me especially for major projects in high school. I was able to take several honors classes in high school and still not notice an increase in work demands from my training TOCA. I wasn't a great student at TOCA or in high school but I was a better student because of TOCA.
TOCA is where I began to really develop a relationship with God.
JOSLYN (JOSIE) WIYNSMA
Calvin College – Grand Rapids, MI
Way to let your light shine Huskies!
LAUREN BLODGETT Character performer at Walt Disney World
KRISTIN BREMER
UrbanCare Internal Medicine
DANIEL KLOCKENGA
Missouri State University -Springfield, MO
HALEY MEYER
Bethel University – St. Paul, MN
Dr. Wrobbel is a man that does a great job leading the school and whom many look up to. He believes in the potential of each student! Transitioning into high school, I felt very prepared to take high level courses, including honors and AP courses. TOCA also provided me with a strong faith foundation. Going into a public high school, I felt strong and confident in my faith after having been prepared through a Christian education.
MACKENZIE O’BRIEN Musician – Solo Artist
I really appreciate the fact that the memorization of Bible verses was so highly valued at TOCA. Many of the passages that I memorized years ago have stuck with me and continue to speak to me today. My basketball Coach Jeff Hodge left a HUGE impact on me. Spiritually, he set a wonderful example of what it looks like to live for Christ. As a basketball coach, he instilled discipline, teamwork, and integrity in all of his players. We developed a strong personal connection, and I can say with certainty that he helped me become a much more disciplined person, better teammate, more versatile athlete, and stronger follower of Christ.
From Acorns to Mighty Oaks
Class of 2012
LEADING THE WAY NEWS FROM IN & AROUND OUR SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY
What an exciting time it is to engage with the students of Trinity Oaks. It is my privilege to spend my days working with them as I experience their energy, enthusiasm, and inquisitive natures, especially at Christmas time. As you look through the Oak Leaf, you will gain a glimpse into the various activities our students have been engaged in as we celebrated the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. The Christmas chapel is always a highlight for me. What a blessing to see the students demonstrate and experience the true meaning of Christmas by giving to others. Trinity Oaks’ vision is to equip the next generation with wisdom, knowledge, and character in order to impact the world for Christ with servants’ hearts. In this issue of the Oak Leaf, we catch up with one of the previous generations, the class of 2012, as they have moved on from high school to college and continue to discover and develop their God-given gifts and abilities. It will be exciting to see where God leads each of these Trinity Oaks alumni in the years to come. Through your prayerful support of Trinity Oaks Christian Academy we can continue our ministry. Thank you for believing in our vision of equipping future generations with wisdom, knowledge and character. Dr. Paul Wrobbel Head of School
ALLISON ARKELL
Bethel University – St. Paul, MN
NOAH COHEN
Brandeis University -Waltham, MA
The experiences at TOCA were good, gave me a well-rounded background in education, and a good Christian background.
Academically, my transition into high school was very smooth. Sophomore year of high school, after transferring to the Classical Consortium, many of the teachers were impressed with my writing, rhetoric, and timemanagement skills that I had acquired at TOCA.
KIRA BERNDT
KIRA BERNDT PHOTOGRAPHY, Crystal Lake
DAKOTA BLILER Purdue University – West Lafayette, IN
MEAGAN CUFR
SHANNON MORRISON
Indiana Wesleyan University – Marion, IN
LeTourneau University – Longview, TX
ALEC HAGLAND
Valparaiso University – Northwest, IN
CHRISTMAS CHAPEL students raised over $2,500 to help spread the Good News to many organizations including World Vision, Feed my Starving Children, and Samaritan’s Purse.
EDEN RENKO
Governess/au pair/nanny
In terms of my spiritual journey, TOCA surrounded me with a fantastic group of believers and helped me build a rock solid foundation.
Miss A!!! Love that woman!! She was my ultimate role model in so many ways and still a large part of my life today! Every time I am home from school I want to visit her!
The Christmas Chapel is a cherished time when each class presents a gift to a non-profit organization. This year, the spirit of giving was abundant as the
University of Alabama – Tuscaloosa, AL
TOCA provided a super solid foundation biblically by instilling us with Bible verses. I still carry the memory verses with me today as constant encouragement!
Sincerely,
GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANTS
JAMES MIKOLAJCZEWSKI
TOCA helped me become a stronger person and see the potential I have inside of me and the gifts God has given me. Ms. Grosser left a huge impact by challenging me to do my best in everything that I did. Also to remember if no one is standing with me, know that God is!
SAMANTHA RZANY
Indiana Wesleyan University – Marion, IN
TOCA established values in more ways than one spiritually and relationally, including friendship and the importance or deep connection with people as well as how important it was to have a solid foundation.
MARY MORRISSEY
Dublin Institute of Technology – Dublin, Ireland
ALEXANDRIA (LEXI) VIEGAS Calvin College – Grand Rapids, MI
TOCA definitely improved my work ethic and prepared me especially for major projects in high school. I was able to take several honors classes in high school and still not notice an increase in work demands from my training TOCA. I wasn't a great student at TOCA or in high school but I was a better student because of TOCA.
TOCA is where I began to really develop a relationship with God.
JOSLYN (JOSIE) WIYNSMA
Calvin College – Grand Rapids, MI
Way to let your light shine Huskies!
LAUREN BLODGETT Character performer at Walt Disney World
KRISTIN BREMER
UrbanCare Internal Medicine
DANIEL KLOCKENGA
Missouri State University -Springfield, MO
HALEY MEYER
Bethel University – St. Paul, MN
Dr. Wrobbel is a man that does a great job leading the school and whom many look up to. He believes in the potential of each student! Transitioning into high school, I felt very prepared to take high level courses, including honors and AP courses. TOCA also provided me with a strong faith foundation. Going into a public high school, I felt strong and confident in my faith after having been prepared through a Christian education.
MACKENZIE O’BRIEN Musician – Solo Artist
I really appreciate the fact that the memorization of Bible verses was so highly valued at TOCA. Many of the passages that I memorized years ago have stuck with me and continue to speak to me today. My basketball Coach Jeff Hodge left a HUGE impact on me. Spiritually, he set a wonderful example of what it looks like to live for Christ. As a basketball coach, he instilled discipline, teamwork, and integrity in all of his players. We developed a strong personal connection, and I can say with certainty that he helped me become a much more disciplined person, better teammate, more versatile athlete, and stronger follower of Christ.
From Acorns to Mighty Oaks
Class of 2012
LEADING THE WAY NEWS FROM IN & AROUND OUR SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY
What an exciting time it is to engage with the students of Trinity Oaks. It is my privilege to spend my days working with them as I experience their energy, enthusiasm, and inquisitive natures, especially at Christmas time. As you look through the Oak Leaf, you will gain a glimpse into the various activities our students have been engaged in as we celebrated the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. The Christmas chapel is always a highlight for me. What a blessing to see the students demonstrate and experience the true meaning of Christmas by giving to others. Trinity Oaks’ vision is to equip the next generation with wisdom, knowledge, and character in order to impact the world for Christ with servants’ hearts. In this issue of the Oak Leaf, we catch up with one of the previous generations, the class of 2012, as they have moved on from high school to college and continue to discover and develop their God-given gifts and abilities. It will be exciting to see where God leads each of these Trinity Oaks alumni in the years to come. Through your prayerful support of Trinity Oaks Christian Academy we can continue our ministry. Thank you for believing in our vision of equipping future generations with wisdom, knowledge and character. Dr. Paul Wrobbel Head of School
ALLISON ARKELL
Bethel University – St. Paul, MN
NOAH COHEN
Brandeis University -Waltham, MA
The experiences at TOCA were good, gave me a well-rounded background in education, and a good Christian background.
Academically, my transition into high school was very smooth. Sophomore year of high school, after transferring to the Classical Consortium, many of the teachers were impressed with my writing, rhetoric, and timemanagement skills that I had acquired at TOCA.
KIRA BERNDT
KIRA BERNDT PHOTOGRAPHY, Crystal Lake
DAKOTA BLILER Purdue University – West Lafayette, IN
MEAGAN CUFR
SHANNON MORRISON
Indiana Wesleyan University – Marion, IN
LeTourneau University – Longview, TX
ALEC HAGLAND
Valparaiso University – Northwest, IN
CHRISTMAS CHAPEL students raised over $2,500 to help spread the Good News to many organizations including World Vision, Feed my Starving Children, and Samaritan’s Purse.
EDEN RENKO
Governess/au pair/nanny
In terms of my spiritual journey, TOCA surrounded me with a fantastic group of believers and helped me build a rock solid foundation.
Miss A!!! Love that woman!! She was my ultimate role model in so many ways and still a large part of my life today! Every time I am home from school I want to visit her!
The Christmas Chapel is a cherished time when each class presents a gift to a non-profit organization. This year, the spirit of giving was abundant as the
University of Alabama – Tuscaloosa, AL
TOCA provided a super solid foundation biblically by instilling us with Bible verses. I still carry the memory verses with me today as constant encouragement!
Sincerely,
GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANTS
JAMES MIKOLAJCZEWSKI
TOCA helped me become a stronger person and see the potential I have inside of me and the gifts God has given me. Ms. Grosser left a huge impact by challenging me to do my best in everything that I did. Also to remember if no one is standing with me, know that God is!
SAMANTHA RZANY
Indiana Wesleyan University – Marion, IN
TOCA established values in more ways than one spiritually and relationally, including friendship and the importance or deep connection with people as well as how important it was to have a solid foundation.
MARY MORRISSEY
Dublin Institute of Technology – Dublin, Ireland
ALEXANDRIA (LEXI) VIEGAS Calvin College – Grand Rapids, MI
TOCA definitely improved my work ethic and prepared me especially for major projects in high school. I was able to take several honors classes in high school and still not notice an increase in work demands from my training TOCA. I wasn't a great student at TOCA or in high school but I was a better student because of TOCA.
TOCA is where I began to really develop a relationship with God.
JOSLYN (JOSIE) WIYNSMA
Calvin College – Grand Rapids, MI
Way to let your light shine Huskies!
LAUREN BLODGETT Character performer at Walt Disney World
KRISTIN BREMER
UrbanCare Internal Medicine
DANIEL KLOCKENGA
Missouri State University -Springfield, MO
HALEY MEYER
Bethel University – St. Paul, MN
Dr. Wrobbel is a man that does a great job leading the school and whom many look up to. He believes in the potential of each student! Transitioning into high school, I felt very prepared to take high level courses, including honors and AP courses. TOCA also provided me with a strong faith foundation. Going into a public high school, I felt strong and confident in my faith after having been prepared through a Christian education.
MACKENZIE O’BRIEN Musician – Solo Artist
I really appreciate the fact that the memorization of Bible verses was so highly valued at TOCA. Many of the passages that I memorized years ago have stuck with me and continue to speak to me today. My basketball Coach Jeff Hodge left a HUGE impact on me. Spiritually, he set a wonderful example of what it looks like to live for Christ. As a basketball coach, he instilled discipline, teamwork, and integrity in all of his players. We developed a strong personal connection, and I can say with certainty that he helped me become a much more disciplined person, better teammate, more versatile athlete, and stronger follower of Christ.
From Acorns to Mighty Oaks
Class of 2012
A Quarterly Publication of Trinity Oaks Christian Academy
SCHOOL ACTIVITIES Junior National Honor Society
Lego League
the OAK LEAF
TOCA had the privilege of having nine of our jr. high students inducted into the Junior National Honor Society. (From left to right) Hannah Pushparaj(8th), Becky Liataud(8th), Grace Cosler(8th), Josue Avalos(7th), Tyler Crawford(8th), Noah Freeman(7th), Keira McCarthy(8th), Sarah Pushparaj(8th), and Mary Hillbrink(8th). Congratulations to all of you!
Great job Huskies at the First Lego League competition! The team worked really hard the past several months and were able to accomplish many of their goals.
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.
The Light has Come! Our talented orchestra led by Mrs. Boerman, and 3-5th graders led by our incredible music teacher, Mrs. Curtis, turned in a fantastic musical performance reminding all of us that the Light has Come to bring “good news of great joy for all people!”
HO ME
Trinity Oaks Christian Academy
CH
233 Trinity Oaks Way, Cary, IL 60013
UR CH
Winter 2017
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.
Board of Trustees
Cross Country Team It was another great season for Coach Morrissey and our cross country team as they “ran the race in such a way as to obtain the prize”. We had an impressive team of athletes displaying their Godgiven talents meet after meet with exceptional performances as they persevered to the top positions in their prospective groups – great job Huskies!
Lady Huskies Volleyball Team The Lady Huskies volleyball teams had a fantastic season. While improving their skills with each match, Coach Olson led the girls JV team to victory in all 8 games this season! The varsity team wasn’t too far behind ending the season with 13 wins and 2 losses while placing 3rd in the St. John’s Elgin tournament. Very impressive season! Well done ladies and Coach Olson!
Board of Trustees Bill Walkiewicz, Board President Tim Barak Nate Freeman Shelly McCarthy Dorothy Murdock
Prudence Rowe Ben Klimek Tim Fraser Curt Brookens Paul Wrobbel, Head of School
WINTERIM
TOCA High school students experienced a life-changing week for this year’s WINTERIM. They accomplished 2 flooring projects, built a deck and a wheelchair ramp, and made new friends serving the people in the Appalachia area of Jonesville, VA.
“Let the greatest among you become as the youngest, and the leader as one who serves.” Luke 22:26
“For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age, waiting for our blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ, who gave himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for himself a people for his own possession who are zealous for good works.” Titus 2:11-14 – 2016/2017 Year Verse
Winter/Spring Calendar February 27-March 3 Missions Week March 10 Rhetoric Recital March 27-31 Spring Break April 6 PK-2nd Grade Spring Concert
A Quarterly Publication of Trinity Oaks Christian Academy
SCHOOL ACTIVITIES Junior National Honor Society
Lego League
the OAK LEAF
TOCA had the privilege of having nine of our jr. high students inducted into the Junior National Honor Society. (From left to right) Hannah Pushparaj(8th), Becky Liataud(8th), Grace Cosler(8th), Josue Avalos(7th), Tyler Crawford(8th), Noah Freeman(7th), Keira McCarthy(8th), Sarah Pushparaj(8th), and Mary Hillbrink(8th). Congratulations to all of you!
Great job Huskies at the First Lego League competition! The team worked really hard the past several months and were able to accomplish many of their goals.
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.
The Light has Come! Our talented orchestra led by Mrs. Boerman, and 3-5th graders led by our incredible music teacher, Mrs. Curtis, turned in a fantastic musical performance reminding all of us that the Light has Come to bring “good news of great joy for all people!”
HO ME
Trinity Oaks Christian Academy
CH
233 Trinity Oaks Way, Cary, IL 60013
UR CH
Winter 2017
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.
Board of Trustees
Cross Country Team It was another great season for Coach Morrissey and our cross country team as they “ran the race in such a way as to obtain the prize”. We had an impressive team of athletes displaying their Godgiven talents meet after meet with exceptional performances as they persevered to the top positions in their prospective groups – great job Huskies!
Lady Huskies Volleyball Team The Lady Huskies volleyball teams had a fantastic season. While improving their skills with each match, Coach Olson led the girls JV team to victory in all 8 games this season! The varsity team wasn’t too far behind ending the season with 13 wins and 2 losses while placing 3rd in the St. John’s Elgin tournament. Very impressive season! Well done ladies and Coach Olson!
Board of Trustees Bill Walkiewicz, Board President Tim Barak Nate Freeman Shelly McCarthy Dorothy Murdock
Prudence Rowe Ben Klimek Tim Fraser Curt Brookens Paul Wrobbel, Head of School
WINTERIM
TOCA High school students experienced a life-changing week for this year’s WINTERIM. They accomplished 2 flooring projects, built a deck and a wheelchair ramp, and made new friends serving the people in the Appalachia area of Jonesville, VA.
“Let the greatest among you become as the youngest, and the leader as one who serves.” Luke 22:26
“For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age, waiting for our blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ, who gave himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for himself a people for his own possession who are zealous for good works.” Titus 2:11-14 – 2016/2017 Year Verse
Winter/Spring Calendar February 27-March 3 Missions Week March 10 Rhetoric Recital March 27-31 Spring Break April 6 PK-2nd Grade Spring Concert