TRADITIONS 2017 by Trinity School

A YEAR IN REVIEW

HEAD OF SCHOOL

5 Letter from Kerry Palmer

FACULTY

6 Randy Ragsdale Steps Down After 28 Years 8 Tami Shelley Retires from Trinity 9 Reception Honoring Robert McGowin

FEATURES

2016-2017 Leadership Series Kicks Off

with Alabama Governor Kay Ivey

BOYKINS WIN!

13 Dr. Kevin Elko Conducts Faculty Workshop 14

2017 Hall of Fame Inductees

2017 True Blue Gala and Auction

Homecoming 2016

20 Annie Downs Delivers Powerful Chapel Message 21

Sydney Bassett Named Distinguished Woman

Amos Returns to Trinity School

on the cover

THREE SCHOOLS. ONE CAMPUS. LIFELONG FRIENDSHIPS. A UNIQUE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT. Trinity’s one-campus learning environment provides the foundation for our recognition as Montgomery’s foremost educational institution binding academic excellence with Christian values. ON OUR COVER // Aubrey Grant (‘17) and Ella Brannen Walker (‘17) with kindergarten buddies Ella Ayers (left) and Hamilton Hahn (right). THIS PAGE // ??

2016-2017 A PUBLICATION FOR ALUMNI AND FRIENDS

OUR MISSION To glorify God by providing for students the highest quality collegepreparatory education, training them in the biblical world and life view, thus enabling them to serve God in spirit, mind, and body.

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Kindergarten NueroNet Enrichment Program New Holocaust Studies Class Offered at Trinity Twenty-Four Students Earn AP Scholar Awards Duke Talent Program Selects 7th Grade Students Aubrey Grant Named National Merit Commended Student Seventh Graders Participate in Youth Legislature Conference Middle School Science Olympiad Team Competes at Regionals Science Olympiad Team Medals at State Competition National Speech and Debate Academic All-Americans Kindergartens Collaborate in Writing Workshop Third Grade Sell Products on “Market Day” Fourth Grade Wax Museum Brings Alabama History to Life Kinder-Garden Time! Fourth Grade Jumps into Pioneer Week

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37 Trinity’s Art Department Partners with Auburn University 38 Emerging Geographies 39 Garrett Flowers — Southwind Drum & Bugle Corps 40 Trinity’s Production of High School Musical “Bops to the Top”! 42 Jacksonville State University Contest of Champions 43 Middle School Artwork Selected for Exhibit at MMFA 44 Thanksgiving at Trinity 45 Trinity Students Place in Statewide Art Contest 45 Alabama Bandmaster’s Honor Band 46 Show Choir Brings Down the House with Rocking Performance 47 Band Program Presents Extraordinary Concert 48 It’s Christmas in Your Heart! 49 Dancing in the Big Apple

CLASS OF 2017 SENIOR VERSE Be dressed for service and keep your lamps burning. —LUKE

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ATHLETICS

50 Girls Golf Team Makes History and Wins State Championship 51 Mary Conley Teel Named 2017 Female Jimmy Hitchcock Winner and Class 4A Regional Bryant-Jordan Scholar-Athlete 52 Girls Tennis Team is State Runner-Up 53 Boys Varsity Tennis Team Wins Sectional Championship 54 Track and Field Teams Compete at State 56 Swimcats Make Big Splash at State 56 Trinity Recognizes Thin Blue Line 57 Sophie Burks Signs Letter of Intent with Middle Tennessee State University 57 Athletic Scholarship Recipients—Betsy Powell and Aliya Seebrat 58 Boys Cross Country Team Wins Jesse Owens Classic 58 Boys Basketball Team Wins Capital City Classic Tournament 59 Girls Middle School Basketball Team is CCC Champs! 60 Junior Varsity Baseball Team is CCC Champs! 61 Undefeated Junior Varsity Girls Soccer Team is CCC Champs! 62 Trinity Welcomes New Head Coach Barry Loyal

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Middle/Upper School Principal MICHAEL ZAVADA Upper School Dean of Students DANN CLEVELAND Middle School Dean of Students RANDY RAGSDALE Lower School Principal BECKY FAULKNER

College Counselor ELIZABETH MOSLEY Director of Guidance and Assessment SUZANNE SATCHER Director of Advancement MARY ELIZABETH COLLETT

AlumniNotes and Update Welcome to the Trinity Family — Births and New Additions New Wildcats — 4K and K5 Children of Alumni Second Generation Wildcats — Class of 2017

DEVELOPMENT

Academic Dean SARA WRIGHT

Lower School Assistant Principal/Counselor LINDY CADRETTE

Change 4 Change Operation Christmas Child Service 101 Community Service

ALUMNI

Head of School KERRY PALMER

Honor Roll of Giving — ANNUAL FUND 2016-2017 Tribute Gifts — Memorials / Honorariums / Charitable Trusts

Look for the special QR CODES throughout this issue! Scan the code with your smartphone to watch a video of selected special events. Enhance your reading experience by enjoying these Trinity School videos.

Traditions magazine is published for alumni, parents, and friends of Trinity School. Alumni updates may be emailed along with photographs to Elizabeth Ferrell Vaughn at evaughn@trinitywildcats.com. For other inquiries related to the magazine, please email Jill Bryan, Editor, at jbryan@trinitywildcats.com.

Director of Marking and Communications JILL C. BRYAN Director of Admission JENNY McCLINTON Director of Enrollment and Tuition Assistance MONICA LOTT Director of Student Activities KATHRYN STABLER Director of Athletics HAROLD HILLIARD Director of Finance and Operations DEBBIE DOROUGH

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FROM OUR HEAD OF SCHOOL

THANKFUL! Dear Trinity Family, As I reflect on another year, I continue to be thankful for the many ways God has chosen to bless our school. Indeed, our outstanding faculty, staff, students, parents, and trustees all indicate tremendous favor. It is a real privilege to serve here.

this past school year saw many innovations on campus, including the addition of a unique course dedicated to the study of the Holocaust. Co-taught by Lucy Thrasher and Lisa Lawrence, this new elective was recognized by the Birmingham Holocaust Center for its innovative format and groundbreaking content. Historical studies and literature were combined in a cross-curricular approach to learning that in the future will be expanded into other subjects. Becky Miller, our outstanding upper school art teacher, offered another innovative approach to learning as she partnered with Auburn University and Kyser Properties to bring us the 121 Coosa Pop-Up Gallery in downtown Montgomery. Auburn University mentor professors and their protégés worked alongside Trinity art students as they not only created art, but also studied the process by which it is successfully exhibited. A new university/K-12 partnership was formed that we believe will be highly beneficial in future years.

as you may imagine, our students experienced tremendous success this year as well. Our swim team went to the state tournament, and our girls tennis team was the state runner-up. Charlie Lott won two track state championships, and our girls golf team won the first state championship in this sport in Trinity history. Also, as of this year, Trinity has gone five years without any fines or ejections, and will be honored later this summer by AHSAA for this tremendous distinction. We were especially proud of Mary Conley Teel as she was the Bryant-Jordan scholarship winner for our region, and also won the prestigious Jimmy Hitchcock Award. With this year’s Hitchcock Award, Trinity now holds the distinction of having more of these awards than any other school, public or private, in Montgomery. Additionally, Aubrey Grant and Miller Johnson were declared Speech and Debate All Americans, and Sydney Bassett was named Montgomery County Distinguished Young Woman. Collectively, and most importantly, our full student body succeeded in raising money through Change4Change this year to build a well in Zambia, putting into practice our Mission’s directive to “serve.”

trinity is a remarkable school because it is comprised of remarkable people. Thank you for being part of the Trinity Family, and for continuing to pray for us as we seek to offer the finest Christian education in the state. Remember to come “home” often!

kerry palmer head of school

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FACULTY

TRINITY’S BELOVED COACH RAGS STEPS DOWN AFTER 28 SEASONS TRINITY SCHOOL RECENTLY HONORED COACH RANDY RAGSDALE AND HIS 28 YEARS OF COACHING DURING A RECEPTION IN WILLETT HALL. MANY, MANY ALUMNI AND FRIENDS WAITED IN LINE TO SPEAK WITH THE ICONIC FOOTBALL COACH—SOME DRIVING SEVERAL HOURS TO PAY TRIBUTE TO THEIR FAVORITE HEAD FOOTBALL COACH. Coach Randy Ragsdale served as Trinity’s

importantly, however, Coach Ragsdale

head football coach since 1989. Over

has been a builder of men, teaching

the last 28 seasons, “Coach Rags,” as he is known to so many, amassed the most

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high school football in Montgomery. With 243 wins, 5 area championships, 9 region championships, 25 playoff appearances, a

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from coaching and will focus his

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region record of 116-23, and the 2003 4-A

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state championship, Randy Ragsdale has

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time and energy on serving as the Trinity. Coach Ragsdale’s legacy will be remembered and revered for years to come, and leave a permanent stamp on the Trinity football program.

etched his name into the annals of high school football history in Alabama. More

following Christ in the game of life. Coach Ragsdale is stepping away

impressive record attained by any coach at a single institution in the history of

student athletes the importance of

9 REGION CHAMPIONSHIPS

25 PLAYOFF APPEARANCES

116-23 REGION RECORD

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Dr. Tami Shelley Retires from Trinity After 26 Years In the fall of 1991, Tami Shelley joined the faculty of Trinity Presbyterian School as a Kindergarten teacher. Over the next 26 years, she taught 5th and 3rd grades, ultimately becoming Trinity’s Lower School Principal in 2008. During her tenure, Tami’s leadership proved critical at a pivotal time in the history of Trinity, as she solidified an unparalleled academic experience in Trinity’s Lower School. Wth great respect and a touch of sadness we announced that Dr. Shelley would officially retire from Trinity at the conclusion of the 20162017 school year. Dr. Shelley will continue her endeavors of growing and developing future educators as Assistant Professor and edTPA Coordinator at Huntingdon College beginning this Fall. Serving as Trinity’s Lower School Assistant Principal since 2013, Ms. Becky Faulkner will become the new Lower School Principal. Becky has been with Trinity since 1994 and served with distinction in a multitude of capacities. In addition to her years of experience, Becky’s talents and expertise as

Lower School Assistant Principal made her the logical and extremely qualified choice for this important position at Trinity. In addition, Mrs. Lindy Cadrette will join the Trinity family as the Lower School Assistant Principal. Some of you may remember Lindy, as she served as guidance counselor at Trinity from 1998-2000. She and Becky will work in tandem to provide perspective on ways to use creative teaching methods, classroom management, and parental involvement to increase student achievement—both academically and socially. Trinity School recently held a reception for Dr. Shelley in the Lower School Atrium, where faculty members and friends of Trinity stopped by to pay tribute to her. Trinity’s new Lower School Principal, Ms. Becky Faulkner, and the new Assistant Lower School Principal, Mrs. Lindy Cadrette, were also on hand to greet families of Trinity.

THE TRINITY FAMILY EXTENDS A HEARTY THANK YOU TO DR. SHELLEY FOR HER REMARKABLE CONTRIBUTION TO TRINITY SCHOOL. HER IMPRINT OF EXCELLENCE IS SECURELY STAMPED ON TRINITY AND WILL BE REMEMBERED AND VALUED FOR YEARS TO COME.

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Center photo—???, Tammy Shelley, ??, ??

Right photo—Dr. Shelley will always be a Trinity Wildcat!

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CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP NAMED IN HONOR OF ROBERT McGOWIN Longest serving faculty member in the history of Trinity School

mr. mcgowin is a respected mentor and teacher who retired from trinity at the end of the 2015-2016 school year.

Earlier this year, Trinity honored an inspiring and passionate educator, Mr. Robert McGowin, for his 43 years of dedication and leadership to Trinity School. Several alumni, fellow faculty members, and friends of Trinity stopped by to pay tribute to Mr. McGowin during a delightful reception held in the Upper School Library. In recognition of Mr. McGowin establishing the first Creative Writing Workshop, Trinity has renamed the annual workshop the ROBERT MCGOWIN CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP. Upper School students participating in the workshop enjoyed the afternoon seminar with noted authors Daphne Simpkins and Emily McDaniel, and facilitator Mr. Robert McGowin.

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2016-2017 LEADERSHIP SERIES KICK OFF

“My vision is simply this: To have a Biblical world view be woven throughout the fabric of this school, inside and out. I know for a fact, that the leaders of tomorrow are walking the very halls of this school today.” K E R RY PA L M E R Head of School

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Trinity Welcomes Governor Kay Ivey as Our Special Guest Alabama Governor Kay Ivey was the speaker for the first installment of the 2016-17 Leadership Program Series on October 6. The Leadership Program Series is a series of “Leadership Speakers” that are offered throughout the year to Trinity students (Grades 6-12) and Trinity parents. The series features distinguished, Christ-like leaders from around the southeast region. When asked about his vision for Trinity, Head of School, Kerry Palmer said, “My vision is simply this: To have a Biblical world view be woven throughout the fabric of this school, inside and out.” Mr. Palmer wants to bring a more up-close and personal view of leadership to Trinity, allowing students to interact and be inspired by various leaders, stating that “I know for a fact, that the leaders of tomorrow are walking the very halls of this school today.” A brief reception, allowing students and parents to interact with the speaker, follows each program in the Middle/Upper School Library. (At the time of Governor Ivey’s visit, she was Lieutenant Governor.)

KAY IVEY SWORN IN AS 54th GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALABAMA ON APRIL 10, 2017, ACTING CHIEF JUSTICE LYN STUART SWORE IN KAY IVEY AS THE 54th GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALABAMA IN THE OLD SENATE CHAMBER IN THE ALABAMA STATE CAPITOL. Kay was elected Lieutenant Governor in 2010, becoming the first Republican woman to hold the office in Alabama’s history. She again made history on November 4, 2014, by becoming the first Republican Lieutenant Governor re-elected to the office. The Lieutenant Governor’s primary Constitutional duty is to preside over legislative proceedings of the upper house as President of the Senate.

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FAC U LT Y A N D S TA F F E N R I C H M E N T

Inspiring individuals, corporations and teams to greater success

Dr. Kevin Elko Conducts Professional Development Workshop for Trinity Faculty TO KICK OFF THE 2016-17 SCHOOL YEAR, Trinity faculty and staff heard from legendary sports psychologist, Dr. Kevin Elko during a Professional Development workshop on August 8, 2016. Dr. Elko has consulted with many Fortune 500 companies, several successful NFL and college football teams, including the Alabama Crimson Tide. He is the author of several best-selling books, including his latest, “The Sender,” which the Trinity faculty and staff read over the summer. The book proved to be an inspirational read and prompted several discussions during a two-day workshop, culminating in Dr. Elko’s visit. “We decided to bring in Dr. Elko to align the attitudes of our faculty and staff as we begin a new year,” commented Head of School Kerry Palmer. “Our parents are investing in a top quality education here at Trinity, and it is up to us to have our collective heads in this important game. Dr. Elko did a fantastic job of adjusting our attitudes so that we can have the best year possible. We are fired up!”

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H O N O R I N G O U R PA ST A N D I N S P I R I N G A N E W G E N E RAT I O N

THE CLASS OF 2017 HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES RICHARD AND JUNE CYRUS Friends of Trinity DANA WARD SCHRIMSHER Former Faculty LENA SKIPWORTH Former Faculty CAROL SORRELLS Former Faculty BRIAN WILLETT Former Head of School

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The 2017 Class of the Trinity Presbyterian School Hall of Fame was inducted during a banquet held in Trinity Hall at Trinity Church on February 7, 2017. Over 250 people attended the memorable banquet, including numerous Trinity alumni, along with family and friends of the inductees. They all enjoyed a delicious meal and heard several stories about the history of Trinity School. Several members of Trinity’s 1987-88 Girls

Varsity Basketball Team and the 1994 State Champion Volleyball Team attended the event and were also recognized at the banquet. “Many wonderful people have been associated with Trinity School since its founding in 1970,” stated

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Head of School Kerry Palmer. “The Hall of Fame gives us an opportunity to pay homage to some of our best board members school heads, teachers, coaches and alumni. Through this endeavor we honor our past and inspire a new generation.”

TRINITY’S HALL OF FAME WAS CREATED TO RECOGNIZE AND APPROPRIATELY HONOR ACHIEVEMENTS OF INDIVIDUALS OR GROUPS WHO HAVE MADE OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE PROGRAMS OF TRINITY SCHOOL.

Alumni, faculty, and friends of Trinity nominated several candidates for the newly formed Hall of Fame. After prayerful consideration, the Hall of Fame nominating committee elected the 2017 class.

FOURTH ANNUAL

bids starting as low as $10 on several items. Bidders also took advantage of bidding on the higher ticket items, which included an extra large Big Green Egg®, a trip to Argentina, and beautiful coats and vests from Henig Furs.

TRUE BLUE GALA AND AUCTION BENEFITS TRINITY ANNUAL FUND TRINITY’S ANNUAL TRUE BLUE GALA AND AUCTION HELD ON FEBRUARY 25, 2017 AT

ANNUAL FUND

WYNLAKES GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB WAS AN ENJOYABLE AND LIVELY EVENT FOR ALL GUESTS!

ENRICHING THE EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES OF

Once again, the online auction proved to be a popular event with Trinity families! Selecting from over 300 donated items, bidders chose from an array of oil paintings, beautiful antiques, fine furnishings, Trinity “exclusive” items, such as VIP parking spots and front row seats to Trinity events. There were “favorite things” baskets, YETI® tumblers monogrammed with the Trinity crest, fine jewelry from Marguerites, and the list goes on and on. Many online auction goers enjoyed the wide array of pricing of items with opening

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While listening to lively jazz music performed by The Coleman Woodson Group, guests dined on delicious hors d’oeuvres prepared by Wynlakes’ Chef Joe. Tender grilled vegetables, juicy top sirloin, flavorful seasonal fruit, scrumptious quesadillas, and savory sausage and cheese stuffed mushroom caps were served amidst cascading flowers. A fully equipped mashed potato station was a crowd favorite as well as the dessert display, which included assorted cookies, tangy brownie tarts, and Trinity themed cupcakes. The festive environment was contagious and guests continued to mingle even after the auction’s closing bell rang at 9:00 PM. Many guests stayed around to see who won the tuition raffle, where the winner receives half-off one child’s tuition. The drawdown was filled with many anxious and humorous moments as Middle and Upper School Principal Mike Zavada called out each number, but in the end, Michelle Farmer had the winning ticket!

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Thank you to all guests and online auction participants. We are deeply grateful for your continued support of Trinity School. All proceeds from the event benefit Trinity Annual Fund.

This event would not be possible without the hard work of True Blue Chairpersonsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Stacey Hill and Emily Foy (photo, left), Online Auction Chairperson Dabney Albritton, as well as Director of Advancement Mary Elizabeth Collett. Countless hours were spent in preparation of the event, dating back to meetings starting last September. #aheartfeltthankyou â&#x20AC;˘ #givenowimpactgenerations

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Homecoming week at Trinity is always a highly anticipated event for all students. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Olympics theme was a huge hit! Every day brought new excitement and creative costumes from students. Watch and see how students let their imagination soar as they celebrated Homecoming 2017!

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OPENING CEREMONIES

OLYMPIC RINGS

FAVORITE OLYMPIAN

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power of words

M I K E Z AVA D A Middle and Upper School Principal

It was as if she saw into the hearts of every student in the room cataloging their deepest fears but giving them God-led strategies for handling the inevitable conflicts they face.

Annie Downs Delivers Powerful Message at Chapel

Renowned author and speaker Annie F. Downs delivered a special message about the “POWER OF WORDS” at chapel on __________________ to Middle and Upper School students. Her message about the power of words is both relevant and timely for young and old alike. Head of School Kerry Palmer stated, “Annie Downs possesses the unique ability to get to the heart of the matter in a way that touches the hearts of our teenagers. We are thankful that our students had the opportunity to hear her today.” A reception and book signing was held immediately after the assembly, where students were able to spend time with Annie and have their books autographed.

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PROMOTING SCHOLARSHIP

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2017 Montgomery County Distinguished Young Women Sydney Bassett Named 2017 Distinguished Young Woman Carolyn Albritton Named into Top Ten

Congratulations to Trinity graduate Sydney Bassett (â&#x20AC;&#x2122;17) for being named the 2017 Montgomery County Distinguished Young Woman. Distinguished Young Women of Montgomery County is part of a national scholarship program that promotes and rewards scholarship, leadership and talent in young women. Also, congratulations to Trinity graduate Carolyn Albritton (â&#x20AC;&#x2122;17) for being named into the Top 10! Sydney received the overall awards for Physical Fitness, Self Expression and Talent. In addition, she received the Millennium Academic Scholarship Award.

Congratulations to both ladies on a job well done!

#soproud #welldoneladies!

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AMOS RETURNS TO TRINITY! Lower School students enjoyed a special reading of Amos Bounces Back by author, Mrs. Margaret Lowder (pictured right). She was at Trinity for a book signing and brought her trusty sidekick and superhero, AMOS! He loved his new red “Super “T” Trinity cape! Children were delighted to meet Amos and hear about his wonderful adventures! Amos Bounces Back: A Tale of Too Much TV explores the benefits of being in the great outdoors!

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NEW PROGRAM

KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS PRIMED FOR LEARNING WITH NEURONET ENRICHMENT PROGRAM During this school year, Trinity announced the addition of NeuroNet—an incredible enrichment program for Kindergarteners! Each morning, K5

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students experience NeuroNet by watching and talking along with exercises, which are projected, on the smart board. The students practice counting, rhyming, fast retrieval of math facts and naming of letters, pictures, and numbers. NeuroNet develops the brain organization, which gives children the speed and accuracy skills they need to become successful at reading, math, and handwriting. This is an extraordinary classroom enrichment program that helps children become neurologically ready to learn and Trinity is very pleased to be able to offer it to K5 students at Trinity!

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NEW CLASS OFFERING FOR JUNIORS AND SENIORS

NEW HOLOCAUST STUDIES CLASS BEING OFFERED AT TRINITY A new Holocaust Studies Class is now being offered at Trinity School. World History teacher Lucy Thrasher, who has taught at Trinity for over 20 years, and English teacher Lisa Lawrence are teaching the class in a cross-curriculum format. Thrasher covers the historical aspects, while Lawrence teaches complementary literature.

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LUCY THRAHSER WORLD HISTORY TEACHER above right

LISA LAWRENCE ENGLISH TEACHER

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Last year, Thrasher and Lawrence attended the Birmingham Holocaust Education Center’s (BHEC) “Teaching the Complexities of the Holocaust” fall workshop, where they discovered a common interest for the Holocaust. The excitement from the workshop, along with their fervent desire for student engagement in cross-curriculum pursuits, led to the idea of creating a Holocaust course. Because Trinity graduates are required to have a one-semester credit of humanities, they designed the course to fulfill this requirement. They approached the administration with the idea and were given the green light to create a course description to present to the Academic Committee.

City, and Lawrence attended Facing History and Ourselves: Holocaust and Human Behavior in Memphis, Tennessee. By being awarded the prestigious Alfred Lerner Fellowship by the Birmingham Holocaust Education Center and the Jewish Foundation for the Righteous, Thrasher attended the Summer Institute at Columbia University. Only twenty-eight participants were selected to attend, five from abroad and twenty-five from all across the United States. The conference included presentations from Lawrence Douglas, Professor of Law, Jurisprudence and Social Thought and author of The Right Wrong Man, who discussed the nuances of the Nuremberg Trials. Thrasher also attended sessions with Alexandra Zapruder, author/editor of Salvaged Pages, who discussed the diaries of Holocaust survivors, as well as a session with Holocaust survivor Roman Kent. Thrasher returned inspired from her newfound knowledge learned at the conference. “They were passionate educators who’s creativity was boundless. They freely shared ideas and strategies as well as their frustrations and roadblocks.”

While working through the class objectives, description, and curriculum, both teachers applied for and were each awarded a Friedman Scholarship for professional development. Thrasher attended the Summer Institute for Teachers in New York

Lawrence attended the “The Facing History” workshop in Memphis, which provided more than thirty unique teaching strategies focusing on the Holocaust. Facing History’s scope and sequence helps teach students empathy while also teaching content. The

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Course Description

THE WORLD MUST KNOW— HOLOCAUST STUDIES During one of the classes this year, Irmgard Wilson, a native of Poland, survivor of WWII (not Holocaust), spoke to our class about her experiences in Poland and Germany during the war and her subsequent immigration to the U.S. in the 1950s.

This hybrid course provides the student with an in-depth study of the Holocaust focusing on decisions that led individuals, groups, and nations to

sequence begins with the individual and society to focus on one’s identity and how that influences behavior and decision- making. Next, the focus shifts to “we and they” and how human connections are made, but also what contributes to misunderstanding, stereotyping, and conflict. Then, the content of a case study teaches the specifics of the Holocaust to allow the student to confront the atrocities—“the choiceless choices.” Finally, the sequence looks at ways students can take what they learn and connect with issues today; students can explore what it means exercise their rights and responsibilities as citizens of a democracy to make a more humane and compassionate world. By approaching the Holocaust with this scope and sequence, students are led to understand civic responsibility and what could have happened had more people during the Holocaust exercised this responsibility. The Holocaust Studies course was unanimously approved and placed on the 2016-2017 course selection sheets for juniors and seniors. Both Thrasher and Lawrence implemented the skills and incorporated the information learned last summer into the classroom as they presented the Holocaust to students effectively.

act or not to act, which also presents insight into history and human nature. The student will investigate the collaboration and complicity emphasizing tolerance, respecting the values, religion, heritage, and ethnicity of others, the danger of conformism, and the loss of self due to succumbing to mob mentality by allowing the student to consider the many factors and events that contributed to the Holocaust. The student will examine diverse literary interpretations including memoirs, fiction, drama, advertising/propaganda, and political writing. Students should expect an extensive and complex reading load.

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AP SCHOLAR AWARDS

Twenty-Four Trinity Students Earn AP Scholar Awards

Nine students were named AP Scholars with Distinction by earning an average score of a least 3.5 on all AP Exams taken, and scored 3 or higher on five or more AP exams. These students are Sam Bishop (‘16), Erica Boleyn (‘16), Savannah Elrod (‘16), Addison Love (‘16), Meredith Moore (‘16), Parker Renolds (‘16), Jackson Scott (‘16), Aline Sluis (‘16), and Steven Smelley (‘16). Two students recognized as AP Scholars with Honors recognition by earning an average score of a least 3 or higher on three or more AP Exams taken. These students are Bray Jones (‘16) and Tyler Vermillion (‘16). Left to right—???

9 AP SCHOLARS WITH DISTINCTION

2 AP SCHOLARS WITH HONORS

13 AP SCHOLARS

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The College Board’s Advanced Placement Program (AP) provides willing and academically prepared students with the opportunity to take rigorous college-level courses while still in high school, and to earn college credit, advanced placement, or both for successful performance on the AP Exams. About 18 percent of the more than 1.9 million students worldwide who took AP Exams performed at a sufficiently high level to also earn an AP Scholar Award. The College Board recognizes several levels of achievement based on students’ performance on AP Exams:

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Thirteen students were named AP Scholars by earning a 3 or higher on three or more AP exams taken. These students are Sydney Bassett (‘17), Betsy Byrne (‘16), Ashley Kendrick (‘17), Eddie Parma (‘17), Olivia Pendley (‘16), Leslie Schuneman (‘16), Anna Slawson (‘16), Thomas Sluis (‘17), Daniel Smitherman (‘16), Sydney Snowden (‘16), Mary Conley Teel (‘17), Kelly Trumbull (‘16), and Katie Windham (‘16).

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Thirty Trinity 7th Grade Students Selected for Duke Talent Identification Program Thirty Trinity School 7th graders were selected to participate in the Duke TIP Talent Search based on their scores in the 95th percentile or higher on one or more of the subtests on either of their two most recent standardized achievement, aptitude, or mental ability tests. The 7th Grade Talent Search helps educators and families find out how advanced their studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; abilities truly are and what level of educational challenge is appropriate. Eligible 7th graders are invited to take either the ACT or SAT college entrance exams, which allows them greater insight into their abilities and also provided them with valuable benefits and resources.

Eligible 7th graders are invited to take either the ACT or SAT college entrance exams, which allows them greater insight into their abilities and also provided them with valuable benefits and resources.

7th Graders Selectedâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Carter Adcock, Simmons Byrd, Parker Ensminger, Graci Foshee, Sarah Stephen Foshee, Joe Handey, Ginny Herndon, Walker Lee Hinton, Josh Hixon, Andrew Howard, Christopher Kong, Chase Letner, Sam Loftis, Mac McClinton, Tori Meldrum, Eli Naugher, Benton Palmer, Jack Patty, McLain Phillips, Katie Pope, Daniel Scott, Coleman Stanley, Elizabeth Ann Stewart, Jon Paul Tankersley, Jake Tucker, Beck Tuley, Haley Waddell, Katherine Warren, Louden Wilson, Jake Yohn. TRADITIONS

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Aubrey Grant NAMED A COMMENDED STUDENT IN THE 2017 NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM.

About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation were recognized for their exceptional academic promise. Although they did not continue in the 2017 competition for National Merit Scholarship awards, Commended Students placed among the top five percent of more than 1.5 million students who entered the 2017 competition by taking the 2016 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. “The Young men and women named Commended Students have demonstrated outstanding potential for academic success,” commented a spokesperson for National Merit Scholarship Corporation.” These students represent a valuable national resource; recognizing their accomplishments, as well as the key role their academic development, is vital to the advancement of educational excellence in our nation. We hope that this recognition will help broaden their educational opportunities and encourage them as they continue their pursuit of academic success.”

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Trinity Seventh Grade Students Make Impression at 2017 YMCA Junior Youth Legislature Conference

Youth Legislature Conference

The seventh grade class participated in the Alabama YMCA Junior Youth Legislature Conference on January 27, 2017, which was held at the Alabama Capitol Auditorium. The Youth Leg program allows students to explore the American democratic process, while providing guidance, training and experience in the theory and practice of determining public policy. Trinity students participated in several workshops, where they learned how to write and debate a bill, along with parliamentary procedure. Students learned how to develop a good bill topic and how to make amendments. They also learned how a bill becomes a law by experiencing several â&#x20AC;&#x153;mock sessionsâ&#x20AC;? with their peers. Several Trinity students were awarded for their outstanding achievements during the conference, including Parker Ensminger, who was elected as Assistant Clerk in House A. Outstanding Delegate Awards for House A were given to Thomas Treadwell, Eli Naugher, Ruston Bassett, William Gaston, and Browder Gulledge. Sarah Stephen Foshee was elected Clerk and Beck Tuley was elected Chaplain for House B. Outstanding Delegate Awards for House B were given to Parker Duncan, JonRobert Chandler, and Sarah Stephen Foshee. Jake Yohn received the distinguished award for Most Outstanding Delegate.

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MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE OLYMPIAD TEAM COMPETES AT REGIONALS Trinity’s Middle School Science Olympiad Team recently competed at the Regional Competition at the University of Alabama. Students had an impressive showing, medaling in 7 of the 22 events.

FIRST PLACE Hovercraft—Parker Ensminger and Thomas Treadwell Scrambler—Tate Bixenman and Myah Ducksworth SECOND PLACE Food Science —Francie Weissend Write It Do It—Elizabeth Albrecht and Francie Weissend Wright Stuff—Hudson Cornett and Parker Duncan THIRD PLACE Anatomy and Physiology—Parker Ensminger and Luke Harrison Scrambler—John Russ Marshall Towers—Ruston Bassett and John Toole 30

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Front row—John Toole(6), Francie Weissend (8), Elizabeth Albrecht (8), Myah Ducksworth (6), and Parker Ensminger (7). Back row—Hudson Cornett (6), John Russ Marshall (6), Luke Harrison (6), Parker Duncan (7), Thomas Treadwell (8), Ruston Bassett (7), and Tate Bixenman (6)

SCIENCE OLYMPIAD TEAM MEDALS AT STATE COMPETITION The Trinity Science Olympiad Team Division B qualified and competed at the statewide competition held at Auburn University in April. Club members attending this competition were: 6th Graders Pruitt Bain, Kip Brown, Hudson Cornett, Harrison Johnson, and John Russ Marshal; 7th Graders Parker Duncan, Parker Ensminger, and Beck Tuley; and 8th Graders Elizabeth Albrecht, Mason Branam, Rachel Catman, and Francie Weissend. Those that medaled at the State Science Olympiad competition were: Pruitt Bain— 1st Place in Hovercraft; Hudson Cornett—2nd Place in Anatomy; Parker Ensminger— 1st Place in Hovercraft and 2nd Place in Anatomy; and Francie Weissend—4th Place in Food Science. Pruitt Bain, Parker Ensminger, Francie Weissend, and Hudson Cornett A YEAR IN REVIEW

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Kindergartens Collaborate in Writing Workshop

TRINITY STUDENTS NAMED NATIONAL SPEECH AND DEBATE ASSOCIATION ACADEMIC ALL-AMERICANS Aubrey Grant and Miller Johnson were named National Speech and Debate Association Academic All-Americans. In order to receive the distinction of All-American, both Aubrey and Miller earned the degree of Superior Distinction (750 points), earned a GPA of 3.7 on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent), received an ACT score of 27 or higher, or SAT combined score of either 1330 on 1600 scale or 2000 on 2400 scale, and demonstrated outstanding character and leadership. The top students in the country each year are named All Americans. The All American award is based on a combination of competitive and service points, of which no more than 25% of the point total can include service. In order to qualify, a student must have competed once at Nationals. Following the National Speech & Debate Tournament, the 25 students with the highest total points in our Honor Society receive this recognition.

The middle of the school year always provides signs of major growth for all students but none is more observable than the growth in reading and writing in our Kindergarten area. It is not unusual to see the students working in pairs as they share their own written words with each other. Fridays are now known as “Fabulous Friday Writing Workshop” days! They thoroughly enjoy using their iPads to video tape each other reading the stories they have written. You can see the ownership of learning and the pride in their work as they share and communicate with each other. One student was overheard saying, “Wow, I’ve never been an author before!”

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Third Grade Entrepreneurs Sell Their Products on Market Day Trinity third graders completed their social studies unit of study on economics with a “Market Day.” After learning about producers, consumers, products, profit/loss, and supply & demand, the students created products to sell at the market. They researched their product to determine the supply and demand needs as well as how much to charge. In order to market their products, students created business cards and fliers on laptops. After

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designing and making their products, the students brought them to school to sell at “Market Day.” There were bracelets, a photo booth, cookies, bookmarks, cupcakes, cardboard paintings, and even lava lamps and video games! The students used class money called “Star Bucks” that they earned for good behavior to purchase the goods. Third graders had several customers, including Head of School Kerry Palmer and many Trinity seniors.

SOCIAL STUDIES UNIT OF STUDY ON ECONOMICS

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Trinityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Alabama Wax Museum was the culmination of the fourth gradersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; yearlong study of Alabama history, including the lives of many Alabamians. Each fourth grader portrayed a famous person from Alabama, like Zelda Fitzgerald, Lurleen Wallace, Hank Williams, Hank Aaron, Tallulah Bankhead, Heather Whitestone, Martin Luther King Jr., and Emma Samson, just to name a few. Lower, middle, and upper school students enjoyed visiting the museum today and learning more about famous Alabamians!

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They say, “The seeds of beautiful flowers are planted in kindergarten.” The kindergarten classes experienced the wonder of nature just steps from their indoor classroom as they spent time in the Trinity “KINDER-GARDEN.” They planted cottonseeds that were passed down from the fourth grade field trip to Old Alabama Town. They observed the plants and flowers they planted on February 2, 2017 and recorded what they saw in their garden journals. They heard the birds above and watched in amazement as a baby bird learned to fly with its mother. Trinity’s “outdoor classroom” always proves to be a beautiful time of learning and wonder!

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Fourth Grade Jumps into

EACH YEAR AT TRINITY, FOURTH GRADERS EXPERIENCE WHAT IT WAS LIKE TO LIVE AS A PIONEER. They visit Old Alabama Town near downtown Montgomery and experience what it was like to live as a pioneer. In addition, the students dress as pioneers, while fourth grade teachers produce a hands-on learning environment where the students compare and contrast life in the early 1800’s to their own lives, i.e. education in a one room schoolhouse, entertainment, living conditions, food, transportation, and clothing. The students participated in several “pioneer” activities. They read from the McGuffey’s Fourth Reader, used slates instead of paper, had a spelling bee, used the Bible as a textbook for several different subjects, learned about music, played games, learned to square dance, jumped rope before school waiting for the teacher to ring the bell, had special pioneer treats, and cleaned cotton.

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GIRLS GOLF TEAM MAKES HISTORY AND WINS STATE CHAMPIONSHIP

Leftâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Head Golf Coach Tim Bethea, Mary Grace Etheredge, Tatum Willis, Sophie Burks, Emma Pittman, and Elizabeth Ann Stewart Aboveâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Sophie Burks Low Medalist

The Trinity Girls Golf Team made history by becoming the first girls golf team in Montgomery to win a State Championship! Sophie Burks, who will be attending Middle Tennessee State University on a golf scholarship in the fall, won low medalist shooting under par for the State Tournament, while Trinity ninth grader Emma Pittman placed 5th overall. The Lady Wildcats had a 1-shot lead after the first day of play at the RTJ National in Opelika. They finished with a 17-stroke win over UMS Wright, 28 strokes over two-time defending State Champion White Plains, and 43 strokes over 4th placed Arab. Sophie Burks shot 71 both days, while Emma Pittman finished with a 78. Mary Grace Etheredge and Tatum Willis had clutch shots during the playoffs and helped seal the State Championship for the team. Elizabeth Ann Stewart, playing in her first year of competition, cheered her teammates on for the win. 50

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Mary Conley Teel Named the 2017 Female YMCA Jimmy Hitchcock Winner and the Class 4A Regional Bryant-Jordan Scholar-Athlete Mary Conley Teel (’17) was named the named the 2017 Female YMCA of Greater Montgomery Jimmy Hitchcock winner at the fiftyeighth Jimmy Hitchcock annual banquet held at Frazer United Methodist Church on May 4, 2017, and the Class 4A Regional Bryant-Jordan Scholar Athlete by the Alabama High School Athletic Association at the banquet and awards ceremony held in Birmingham on April 10, 2017. The Jimmy Hitchcock Award is given to a senior athlete who exhibits outstanding Christian leadership. Mary Conley was one of 56 Montgomery County students nominated. The prestigious award has been given out for over a century and Trinity School has accumulated more recipients than any school in the River Region. At the time of the recognition, Mary Conley had a cumulative grade point average of 4.32 and has continued a rigorous academic course load at Trinity. She received Trinity’s Henry Meador Scholarship for having the highest grade point average at the end of her junior year. She is a member of the National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, and serves as a Trinity Ambassador. She is an AP Scholar and has received several academic accolades, including Outstanding

Achievement Awards is French I, II, III, World and US History, Algebra II with Trig and Honors English 10. Having lettered for four years on Trinity’s varsity volleyball and tennis teams, Mary Conley has been a dynamic leader for both teams. She was the recipient of the Varsity Volleyball Barnabas Encouragement Award and the Varsity Tennis Sportsmanship Award. Her peers selected Mary Conley as the Fellowship of Christian Athletes President and she serves on the FCA Leadership Team. As a senior she was named Honorable Mention to the All—CCC Volleyball Team.

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Mary Conley has been an elite scholar-athlete at Trinity. Recently her varsity volleyball coach said, “Mary Conley has an old soul. She is wise beyond her years. In my 13 years of coaching, I have never seen a teenager with the level of maturity that I see in Mary Conley. Her heart is full of joy and compassion that spills out when she walks into a room.” Mary Conley’s effort is evident in everything she does, both academically and athletically.

mechanization and business. For the past three years she has participated in mission trips to Haiti, which has influenced her decision for her college major. In a recent essay Mary Conley wrote, “Agriculture is a gateway into the hearts of Haiti people.” Her ultimate goal is to start a multifaceted ministry in Haiti, which would meet the physical, mental, and spiritual needs of the people.

Mary Conley has chosen to attend Clemson University and will major in agricultural

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STATE RUNNER-UP! Congratulations to the Girls Varsity Tennis Team for their Runner-Up finish in the 4A-5A State tournament. The Teel sistersâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Senior Mary Conley and Sophomore Emma Bethâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;sealed the deal by winning the #1 Doubles State Championship, adding 3 points to the team total, which put the Lady Wildcats ahead of Briarwood by one point, resulting in a State Runner-Up finish! Advancing to the State Finals were: Emma Beth Teel #1, Mary Conley Teel #3, and Doubles Team Teel/Teel at #1 Doubles. Advancing to the Semi-finals were: Lily Slater #4 and Caroline Easterling #5. Double teams advancing to the semi-finals were: Carolyn Albritton / Lily Slater at #2, and Caroline Easterling and Corynne Vermillion at #3. 52

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FOR THE 20th CONSECUTIVE YEAR

Boys Varsity Tennis Team Win Sectional Championship and Head to State

TREADWELL BREAKS WRIST THEN WINS STATE!  Trinity’s Thomas Treadwell reached the finals of the State Tennis Tournament in his first varsity season after the completion of a fantastic year. But as he warmed up to face UMS Wright, he tripped and injured his wrist. After the trainer pronounced it “not broken,” Thomas said, “I can play.” The wrist was taped and with a loaner wrap, Treadwell dispatched his opponent in straight sets to capture the State Championship at his line! After arriving back in Montgomery, his mother ran him by the doctor’s office just to check it out. The result: Thomas had just won the State Championship with a broken wrist! Even though he couldn’t use his two-handed backhand, he was flawless in his win. TRADITIONS

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Trinity’s Track and Field Teams Make Big Strides at State Meet, including Two Individual State Championships! Charlie Lott Wins Two Class 4A

Lott, Dawson Oliver, TA Sluis,

Courtney Stephenson, Lauren

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and Mackenzie LeGrand.

Shonk and Madison McKelvey

Trinity’s Track Teams had

Twelve Personal Records Set!

with a time of 54.38, 4X400 Annabelle Brown, Amanda

18 athletes compete in the

team of Courtney Stephenson,

State Meet held in Gulf Shores,

Twelve personal records were

Meadows and Mackenzie

Alabama on May 4-6, where

set, including TA Sluis 3200

LeGrand with a time of 4.25.93,

championships were won and

meter run 10.26.74, Jack

and the 4X8 team of Ann Caden

many personal records set!

Singletary 200 meter dash

Oliver, Annabelle Brown, Sarah

Charlie Lott won two Class

23.86, Dawson Oliver 800

Clay Norris, and Mackenzie

4A State Championships—

meter run 2.02.87, and Charlie

LeGrand with a time of 3.40.50.

the 1600 meter and the 3200

Lott 1600 meter run 4.28, 3200

Five new school records were

meter! The Boys 4x800 relay

meter run 9.48.02 and 800

set, including Charlie Lott in

team of Dawson Oliver, TA

meter run 1.59.64. Mackenzie

the 3200 meter, Lauren French

Sluis, Wells Rutland, Charlie

LeGrand 1600 meter run

in Javelin, Mackenzie Legrand

Lott placed second, winning

5.45.45, Lauren French Javelin

in 1600 meter run and the girls

Silver at the State meet.

89-9, Annabelle Brown 300

4X4 and 4X8 teams.

Several team members made

meter hurdles 50.72, 4X100

All-State, including Charlie

team of Mary Alice Sasser,

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Swimcats Make Big Splash at State Championship Meet!

The Trinity Swim Team competed in the State Championship Meet in Auburn on December 9-10, 2016. Prather Anne Hargrove placed 2nd in the State for the 100 Butterfly and 4th in the State for the 50 Free. The Lady “Swimcats” placed 7th in the State for the 200 Free Relay. Congratulations to Maria Stevenson, Prather Anne Hargrove, Lauren Vermillion, and Sarah Stephen Foshee on a spectacular season!

TRINITY RECOGNIZES THIN BLUE LINE Before the football game on Friday evening September 2, Trinity recognized Law Enforcement Officials from the Montgomery Police Department and the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office. In order to show our appreciation to the brave men and women who step into harm’s way daily for our protection, Trinity’s varsity football players wore “Thin Blue Line” stickers on their helmets for the 2016 football season.

Head of School Kerry Palmer commented, “Our desire is to express this appreciation in a tangible way while also making our students aware of the importance of respecting our law enforcement authorities and understanding the sacrifice that they make on our behalf.”

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CONGRATULATIONS TO SOPHIE BURKS ON BEING NAMED THE 2016 ALL-METRO GOLFER OF THE YEAR. ï&#x201E;º

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PLAYING AT THE NEXT LEVEL SOFTBALL

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Senior Betsy Powell Signs Softball Scholarship with LBW

Congratulations to Trinity senior Betsy Powell for signing a softball scholarship with Lurleen B. Wallace Community College to play at the next level! Way to go Betsy!

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SENIOR SOPHIE BURKS SIGNS LETTER OF INTENT WITH MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE Congratulations to Trinity Senior Sophie Burks for signing her letter of intent to play golf at Middle Tennessee State University. Burks finished her time at Trinity leading the Girls Golf Team to the 2017 Class 4A-5A State Championship, as well as winning Low Medalist. The Montgomery Advertiser also named her 2016 AllMetro Golfer of the Year.

Soccer Player Aliya Seebrat Signs Scholarship to Play Soccer with West Alabama

Trinity senior Aliya Seebrat signed a letter of commitment to play soccer with The University of West Alabama during a ceremony in the gym lobby on Wednesday, February 1, 2017. Congratulations Aliya! TRADITIONS

18th Annual Jesse Owens Classic

BOYS CROSS COUNTRY TEAM WINS PREMIER SOUTHEAST TRACK MEET The Trinity Boys and Girls Cross Country teams competed in the 18th annual Jesse Owens Classic. This event is the premier meet of the Southeast hosting over 5,000 runners. The Wildcats set twenty-one personal records and nine best times. The Boys XC team placed 1st out of 50 teams in the Bronze Race, with Charlie Lott placing 2nd with a season best time of 16.33 in the 5k race. The Girls XC Team placed 14th out of 45 teams in the Bronze Race.

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Boys Basketball Team Wins Capital City Classic Tournament At the time of the tournament, the Wildcats were undefeated at 12-0, but as the Championship Game of the 2016 CCC wound down, they were down to their last out. Trailing by 3 and with 10 seconds to go, they desperately needed a 3 pointer from someone. Taking the ball out under their basket, Coach Schweers called a play they have run for 24 years. It didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t go exactly according to plan, but close enough as sophomore Charlie Lott drained a 3-pointer to send the game into overtime, where the Cats prevailed 44-42. Charlie Lott lead Trinity with 17 points and was named to the All-Tournament team with Luke Hufham who had another double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds. Senior guard James Wilder was named the Most Outstanding Player of the tournament.

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Girls Middle School Basketball Team is CCC Champs!

GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL BASKETBALL TEAM IS CAPITOL CITY CONFERENCE

Congratulations to the Girls Middle School Basketball Team, who won the Capitol City Conference Tournament.

CHAMPIONS! Congratulations to Trinityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Girls Middle School Basketball Team, who won the Capitol City Conference Tournament and named CCC Champs!

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Junior Varsity Baseball Team is Capitol City Conference...

The Trinity JV Baseball Team (16-1) split its final two games of the season with a 9-2 loss and a 16-5 win at the Wetumpka Indians on the first Friday of Spring Break.

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Congratulations to the players for a great season and another CCC championship! trinitywildcat s. com

Undefeated Junior Varsity Girls Soccer Team is CCC Champs! Congrats to the undefeated JV Girls Soccer Team for beating STJ 10-0 and becoming CCC Champs! Goals by Emilyn Etheredge, Miller Williams (2), Lauren LeGrand (2), Rebecca Herndon, Anna Lawrence Pemberton, Addison Ratliff (assist by Sarah Teel), Ann Caden Oliver (assist by Lauren Shonk), and Caroline Parkman. Sarah Grace Daniel and Caroline Parkman combined for the shutout! We are so proud of these athletes for their hard work, determination and perseverance. What a season!

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TRINITY SCHOOL ANNOUNCES NEW HEAD FOOTBALL COACH Trinity Presbyterian School announced Barry Loyal as Head Football Coach during a press conference on April 28, 2017. Coach Loyal is returning to Trinity where he served for six years as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach, including Trinity’s 2003 4A State Championship Team. While at Trinity, Coach Loyal also served as Boys Junior Varsity Baseball Head Coach and Varsity Baseball Assistant Coach, working with the 1996 3A and 2000 4A State Championship Teams. Coach Loyal is also a 1985 Trinity graduate.

“Barry Loyal is a Trinity man. He has a keen understanding of what it takes to be successful in this environment, and he has a passion for building not only champions on the field of play, but also champions for Christ. We feel that Barry is the perfect fit for this

Coach Loyal is coming to Trinity from Signal Mountain High School in Chattanooga, Tennessee. While at this perennial football powerhouse, Coach Loyal has worked as defensive coordinator for the last three seasons. Prior to his time at Signal Mountain, Coach Loyal established the football program at Chattanooga Christian School, growing the program to a roster of 55 varsity players.

position, and we are happy to welcome him back home!” KERRY PALMER Head of School

Barry and his wife, Teena, have two children—Amanda and Carson.

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BOBBY COLE Bobby’s fifth southern-flavored suspense thriller, Silent Approach, was released April 4, 2017. His four previous novels include: The Dummy Line, Moon Underfoot, The Rented Mule, and Old Money. Along with being an avid writer, Bobby is the President of Mossy Oak BioLogic where is has worked for 22 years. He resides in West Point, Mississippi with his wife, Melissa. They have one daughter, Jessi, who graduated from Mississippi State University this past May. ➊

JOHN PORTERFIELD, M.D. After training at the Mayo Clinic, John joined the UAB Department of Surgery in 2008. Currently, he is an Associate Professor and Director of the General Surgery Residency Program for which he has received several UAB Faculty “Teacher of the Year Awards.” He is a distinguished educator, especially in robotic surgery. John’s clinical interest include: the refinement of clinical and biochemical diagnosis, imaging and surgical treatment of disorders of the pancreas, adrenal, thyroid, and parathyroid glands. Recently, John was chosen to be a member of the Institute for Surgical Excellence Board of Directors. John and his wife, Cassie, have three children. ➌

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SAM WINDHAM, M.D. Sam is a physician at the University of Alabama at Birmingham where he serves as the Critical Care Specialist for the Alabama Organ Center’s Donor Recovery Center. Sam spent most of 2015 traveling across the state of Alabama with AOC Donor Coordinators to recognize best practices in organ donor management to facilitate a Donor Recovery Center alongside UAB Hospital. Sam’s efforts and the opening of AOC’s Donor Recovery Center have aided in the ability of surgeons to utilize more organs for transplant per year. Sam and his wife, Amy, have two children.

1999 DRU GOODWIN Dru and his wife, Margaret, live in Manchester, Georgia with their three children Simms (9), Cope (7), and Clark (4). Dru has being working for McCoy Grading for 13 years. Recently, he purchased and renovated a restaurant, The Chicken Shack, in Woodbury, Georgia. Dru is thoroughly enjoying his new family business.

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2002 ALEX HENIG JONES Alex is the Director of Marketing for Color Code Cookies, which creates employment opportunities for women in rehabilitation programs. “When I got the call and was asked to be a part of this team… at the time Color Code Cookies was only an idea. There was a need that was recognized and based solely on that need this company was created. That’s what I love most about this company. Its very foundation is based upon helping others better themselves. We are not changing the lives of our employees, but by providing employment, which is absolutely a necessary resource in the recovery process… We’re empowering these women to choose change in their lives. We’re doing so much more here than simply making cookies… Don’t get me wrong, we make amazing cookies… but more importantly, we’re inspiring hope, self-worth, purpose and change! I am honored to be a part of this company and am inspired by the strength displayed by the women of Color Code Cookies.” Alex and her husband, Colin live in Montgomery with their two daughters, Adeline (6) and Maddox (4). Adeline will be in first grade at Trinity this fall. ➎

2003 MORGAN BERNEY BLACK On February 11, 2017, Morgan Berney and Robert Black were married. Three of Morgan’s Trinity classmates were among her bridesmaids, Shelley Horton Farrior ’03, Melisa Gardner Tyson ’03, and Beth Norris Bushman ’03. Morgan and Robert enjoyed a fabulous honeymoon in Italy and now reside in Birmingham. Best Wishes, Morgan! ➏

2007 ZACK SHAW After attending Auburn University for two years, Zack moved back to Montgomery to work with his father at Mark Shaw Insurance Agency and continue his education at Auburn University Montgomery. At AUM, he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Economics. Zack has continued to work with his father where he is the Agency Manager. He is married to Mary Cam Carlson ’08. They attend Trinity Presbyterian Church where Mary Cam is the Assistant Director of Youth Ministries. ➐

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JILL MIXON BOLTON Jill graduated from The University of Alabama in 2012 with a degree in marketing. Currently, she works for the State of Alabama in the Personnel Department. Jill is married to Dean Bolton. They will celebrate their first anniversary on August 6, 2017. ELLEN TROTMAN ASHMORE Ellen and her husband Ramsey welcomed a son, Trot, on October 16, 2016. Ellen, Ramsey, and Trot live in Pike Road, Alabama. ➑

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KYLE SHAW In May of 2013, Kyle graduated from the Air Force Academy and married his high school sweetheart, Stevi Sport ’09. Stevi works remotely for Price Waterhouse Cooper in Denver. Kyle’s career has included Missile Warning Operations Crew Commander at Beale AFB in California and Clear AFS in Alaska. Currently, he is a Space Surveillance Crew Commander at Eglin AFB in Florida. This past May, Kyle was promoted to Captain. ➒

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BRIAN MIXON Brian recently earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Alabama in Huntsville. He is a Production Engineer with General Electric

in Decatur. Brian is married to Brecksyn Clark.

2012 JESSY TUCKER Jessy graduated from Auburn where she was a cheerleader. Currently, she is the Special Events Coordinator for the Alzheimer’s Association and looking forward to getting married. Jessy is engaged to William Catanzaro. ➓ EMMA WILCHER Emma recently finished her Bachelor’s degree in History, with a minor in Hunger Studies, at Auburn University. While in college, she interned in Washington, D.C. for Senator Jeff Sessions and Representative Robert Aderholt. Her activities in Washington, coupled with her course of study in college, led her to her current internship with The Borgen Project. The Borgen Project works with bipartisan support to promote global antipoverty legislation. Their global anti-poverty initiative hopes to bolster U.S. national defense and the American economy, while helping people around the world. The legislation backed by Borgen includes initiatives to bring electricity to every corner of Africa, internet access to remote corners of the world and healthcare for millions of mothers and children at risk. For more information on The Borgen Project, please visit their website at borgenproject.org.

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2014 JACK ALBRITTON Jack is a senior at The University of Alabama majoring in Civil Engineering on the STEM Path to the MBA. He plans to graduate in 5 years with an MBA and Masters in Civil Engineering. He is currently the president of Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity. He serves within the SGA, was tapped for Omicron Delta Kappa, Blue Key and Jason’ s Senior Men’s Honorary. He was also named Order of Omega’s Most Outstanding Junior. ⓫ WESLEY CURLES Wesley served as team captain for Auburn University’s Cross Country team this past year. He set a personal record in the 1500 meter with a time of 3:44. Even more impressive, he set a personal record in the one mile with a time of 4:03 and placed fourth in the SEC. Wesley will be a senior this fall and is pursuing a degree in Biomedical Science. WRIGHT DRAPER Wright is spending this summer on a mission trip to East Asia where he will have the opportunity to engage in spiritual conversations with university students. Many of

these students have never heard the truth about Jesus because they have grown up in a society that teaches atheism. This is a great opportunity for Wright and his team because these are typically university students that are looking for answers to the big questions in life. REBECCA MURDOK Rebecca attends The University of Alabama where she was inducted into XXXI, Anderson Society, and Mortar Board during the 2017 Honors Week. Congratulations, Rebecca!

2015 COLE DEBARDELABEN While attending Troy University, Cole has worked with the Office of Development and the Troy University Foundation to create the Robert N. “Cole” Debardelaben Current Scholarship. The $1,000 scholarship is available to an incoming freshman that received the Millennium Scholarship to assist with other expenses. Cole will be a junior this fall.

our mission Trinity Presbyterian School has been blessed by the abilities, talents, and accomplishments of its students since 1970. Understanding that alumni are among our most valued assets, the TPSAA exists to promote the Trinity Presbyterian School community, to connect former students with one another and their school, to encourage alumni involvement in school activities, to foster additional educational opportunities for current students, to provide a venue in which to celebrate alumni accomplishments, and to strengthen the bonds between alumni and current students, faculty, and staff. As we look to build upon the Trinity legacy, the Association hopes to inspire lifelong interest, loyalty, and the continued pursuit of excellence in teaching and learning.

2016 SHEA HENRY Shea will be a sophomore at Auburn University this fall, where she will be an Auburn Cheerleader for the 2017-18 year. Congratulations, Shea!

If you are a Trinity Alumnus and would like to be involved or reconnect with Trinity School, please contact— ELIZABETH FERRELL VAUGHN Alumni Affairs Coordinator  evaughn@trinitywildcats.com

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A daughter, Collins Sinclair, December 16, 2016, to Tracy Allen Williford '01 and husband, TJ (big sister and big brother, Avery and John Mills). A son, Walter Tyson, Jr., December 26, 2016, to Caroline Yow Parker '05 and husband, Walter. Grandmother, Jonelle Young Yow â&#x20AC;&#x2122;81. A son, Wyatt Ellis, January 8, 2017, to Ellis Pilgreen '00 and wife, Natalie. A son, Owen Thomas, January 17, 2017, to Bret Eddins '00 and wife, Leah (big sister, Elizabeth). A son, Jonathan Everett, January 18, 2017, to Courtney Powell Jennings '01 and husband, Jonathan (big sister, Mary Mason).

A daughter, Elizabeth Katherine, June 3, 2016, to Elizabeth Pilgreen Mazyck '01 and husband, John (big brother, Hudson).

A son, William David, January 23, 2017, to Nikki Irvin Darley '04 and husband, Beau.

A daughter, Priscilla Blair, July 25, 2016, to Wylie Parks '96 and wife, Hilary (big brother, Wylie).

A son, James Castle, January 23, 2017, to Caroline Russel '06 and Eddie LaFavour.

Twin daughters, Margaret Allen and Elizabeth Reed, July 25, 2016, to Elizabeth Baird Robinson '96 and husband, Reed (big sister, Rosemary).

A son, James Paul, January 25, 2017, to Jake Farrior '02 and Shelley Horton Farrior '03 (big sister and brother, Pace and Sullivan).

A daughter, Gwenevere Minerva, August, 2016, to Emma Lorraine Swayne Butram '05 and husband, Garland (big sister, Evelyn Lorraine).

A daughter, Elizabeth Culver, February 10, 2017, to Lanier Marshall '97 and wife, Betsy.

A son, Jackson Wheatley, August 31, 2016, to Amy Wheatley Willis '02 and husband, Richard. A daughter, Everette McClure, September 14, 2016, to Mary Everette Hutchinson '04 and Garrett Saucer (big sister, Lowery). A daughter, Vivian Mae, September 19, 2016, to Emily Johnson Pillsbury '06 and husband, Matthew. A son, Robert Parker, Jr., October 7, 2016, to Emily Ferrell McGowin '06 and husband, Rob (big sister, Lucy).

A daughter, Meadows Mae, March 3, 2017, to Davis and Hannah Whitehead Hooper '07. A son, David Thomas, March 15, 2017, to Tom Hicks, Jr. '95 and wife, Joy (big sisters, Sophie, Karlie and Rebekah). A daughter, Anne Hollin, March 17, 2017, to Maryanna Finney Jackson '04 and husband, Will (big sister, Libba)

A son, Trotman Dean, October 18, 2016, to Ellen Trotman Ashmore '08 and husband, Ramsey.

Twin daughters, Caylee Gentry and Colbie Grace, March 20, 2017, to Rachel Helms Mohling '01 and husband, Blake (big sister, Lila)

A daughter, Adeline Grace, November 16, 2016, to Christina Brown Moore '06 and husband, Drew.

A son, Grantham Lawrence, April 7, 2017, to Olivia Poole '01 and husband, Steve Reneau.

A son, John Paul, November 30, 2016, to Caleb Babington '08 and wife, Natalie.

A daughter, Lucy Caroline, April 18, 2017, to Bethany Belser Murray '06 and husband, Nick (big brother, Henry).

A son, Thomas Ramon, December 6, 2016, to Tim Hardin '98 and wife, Pruitt (big sisters, Ella and Abigail). Grandmother, Creagh Perdue Hardin '78

A daughter, Evelyn Layne, May 5, 2017, to Caroline Powell Harned '06 and husband, Alan.

A son, James Everett, December 7, 2016, to Margaret Noble Owens '92 and husband, James (big sister, Kate).

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A son, Carl Wittichen, Jr., February 10, 2017, to Lucy Margaret Thompson Israel '04 and husband, Whit (big sisters, Annie and Lilla).

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A daughter, Hannah Dale, May 20, 2017, to Bonnie Hicks Cobb '00 and husband, Jeremy (big sister and brother, Hadley and John Thomas).

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ALUMNI CHILDREN STARTING at TRINITY K4 — 4 YEAR KINDERGARTEN b Bibb Goodwyn, son of Will Goodwyn ‘01 and Lee Hastey Goodwyn ‘01

Anne Macon Adams, daughter of Jason Adams ‘90 and wife, Shawn, will attend The University of Alabama. David Jordan Dennis, Jr., son of Kim Vickers Dennis ‘88 and husband, David, will attend The University of Alabama. Mary Margaret Easterling, daughter of Ben Easterling ‘88 and wife, Catherine, will attend Auburn University.

and grandson of Bill Goodwyn ‘75 and Mary Johnson Goodwyn ‘75.

b Hutch Hutcheson, son of Paul Hutchinson ‘01 and Lauren Barrett Hutchinson ‘02. b Justin Leavell, son of Robb Leavell ‘91 and Laura Betts Leavell ‘93.

Samuel Dickinson Nunn, son of Michael Nunn ‘87 and wife, Amy, will attend Auburn University.

b Luke Nelson, son of Mallory Edwards Nelson ‘03.

K5 — 5 YEAR KINDERGARTEN

Catherine Cooper Price, daughter of Cindy Nunn Price ‘82 will attend Auburn University.

b Bridges Bowen, son of Anna Kate Ingram Bowen '01 and husband, Bruce. b Pace Farrior, daughter of Jake Farrior '02 and Shelley Horton Farrior '03. b William Knox, son of Katherine Barnett Knox '99. b Christopher Lee, son of Elizabeth Rhodes Lee '98. b Mary Clark Norris, daughter of Trey Norris '96 and Kim Campbell Norris '92. b Mattie Rudder, daughter of Robert Rudder '96 and wife, Robin. b Oliver Skipworth, son of Bubba Skipworth '92 and wife, Mary Katherine. b Davis Stone, son of Caroline Woodruff Stone '00 and husband, Adam and grandson of Doug Woodruff ’76 and Becky Doe Woodruff '75. b Crawford Vaughn, son of Elizabeth Ferrell Vaughn '99 and husband, Max. b Betsy Wills, daughter of Brent Wills '91 and Sarah Bell Wills '02.

6th GRADE b Carson Norred, son of Jason Norred '93 and wife, Lindsey.

9th GRADE

Brian Gregory Roth, son of Brian Roth ‘90 and Layne Philpott Roth ‘90 will attend Auburn University. Mary Stuart Tipton, daughter of Tipper Tipton ‘90 and wife, Erin, will attend The University of Alabama. Ella Brannen Walker, daughter of Paul Walker ‘88 and wife, Barton, will attend Auburn University. Phelps Wade Williams, son of Pat Williams ‘85 and wife, McClellan, will attend The University of Mississippi.

b Camilla Barber, daughter of Jennifer Wible Barber '87. TRADITIONS

TRINITY PATRON $5,000–$9,999 Mr. and Mrs. Price Bishop Mr. and Mrs. Chappell Hill JK Lowder Family Foundation Parker School Uniforms, LLC Dr. and Mrs. John Mark Vermillion TRINITY AMBASSADOR $2,500–$4,999 Mr. and Mrs. Mark Bain Mr. and Mrs. Al Barbaro Dr. and Mrs. Gus Bell Hufham/Farris Construction, LLC Dr. and Mrs. Keith Martin Mr. and Mrs. Kevin McDaniel Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Morris Dr. and Mrs. Robert Owen Mr. and Mrs. Cole Portis TRINITY PARTNER $1,000–$2,499 Mr. and Mrs. Jason Adams Mr. and Mrs. John Albritton, Jr. Dr. Noble Anderson Mr. and Mrs. Dave Avant Mr. and Mrs. Jim Balkcom Mrs. Diane Brown Dr. and Mrs. Jeff Cavanaugh Mr. and Mrs. Joel Connally Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Craven The Curtis and Edith Munson Foundation Mr. and Mrs. John Dorough Mr. and Mrs. Eggers HCS Group Mr. and Mrs. Kent Hornsby Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Joseph, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Lowder Mr. and Mrs. Paul Lumpkin Mr. and Mrs. David McClinton Mr. and Mrs. Chris Newell OB-GYN Associates of Montgomery Mr. and Mrs. Kerry Palmer Dr. and Mrs. Scott Parma Mr. and Mrs. Todd Parsons Portfolio Recovery Associates, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Bennett Price Mr. and Mrs. Aduston Rogers IV Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Rutland IV Mr. and Mrs. Norman Schuneman Mr. and Dr. Jeff Shelley Mr. and Mrs. Warren Stephens Stifel Mr. and Mrs. Billy Williams Dr. Sara Wright Dr. and Dr. Frank Young III

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TRINITY LEADER $500–$999 Bank of America Mr. and Mrs. Andy Birchfield Mr. and Mrs. Chris Bryan Mr. and Mrs. David Byrne Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC Dr. and Dr. Will Carter Dr. and Mrs. Allen Clark Mr. and Dr. Justin Clark Mr. and Mrs. George Clements Dr. Michael V. LeGrand, DMD/ Montgomery Smiles Family and Cosmetic Dentistry

Dr. and Mrs. Allen Ensminger Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Ewing Gallahar Group of Raymond James Mr. and Mrs. Philip Gidiere, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Lance Gould Dr. and Mrs. Ben Griggs Mr. and Mrs. Mike Heartsill Holley Henley Builders, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Lee Ingram Jackson Thornton Mr. and Mrs. Rhon Jones Mr. and Mrs. Kyle Kyser, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Dean Lambert Mr. and Mrs. Ben Locklar Lowder New Homes Dr. and Mrs. Steve McCulloch Mr. and Mrs. Ted Meadows Dr. and Mrs. Todd Miller Montgomery Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, P.C. Mrs. Judy Moody Mr. and Mrs. Jack Noble, Jr. Norris Building Company Norris Materials & Trucking, LLC Mr. and Mrs. Paul Oliver Mr. and Mrs. Wes Osmer Mr. and Mrs. Greg Pittman Regions Financial Corporation Mr. and Mrs. Riley Roby Mr. and Mrs. Guice Slawson, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Stan Snyder Dr. and Mrs. David Stanley Synovus Trust Mr. and Mrs. Derrick Taunton Mr. and Mrs. Troy Teel Mr. and Mrs. Robert Thetford Mr. and Mrs. Gibson Vance Mr. and Mrs. Barry Vaughn Mr. and Dr. Paul Walker Mr. and Mrs. Pat Williams, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Wilson Mr. and Mrs. John Worthington Dr. and Mrs. Kenneth Yohn TRINITY ASSOCIATE $250â&#x20AC;&#x201C;$499 Mr. and Mrs. John Albritton III Mr. and Mrs. John Ames, Jr. Anonymous Donor Mr. and Mrs. Jon Barganier Mr. and Mrs. Joe Basile Dr. and Mrs. Matt Bennett Bentley, Calvin, Charitable Foundation Trust Dr. and Mrs. Ken Blankenship Mr. and Mrs. Jon Blissitte Mr. and Mrs. Bart Brown Mr. and Mrs. Larry Chapman Mr. and Mrs. Jeremy Cobb Mr. and Mrs. Jay Collett Mr. and Mrs. John Collett Mr. and Mrs. Ron Creel, Jr. Crum Family Charitable Foundation Mr. and Ms. Tommy Du Eli Lilly and Company Foundation, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Ronnie Elmore Mr. and Mrs. Crum Foshee Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Gulledge Mr. and Mrs. Tyler Hale Mr. and Mrs. Clint Hammock Mr. and Mrs. Trey Handey Mr. and Mrs. Jason Harris

T. Bowen & Maria P. Hill Charitable Trust Mr. Tommy Jones Mr. and Mrs. Bill Lawrence III Mr. and Mrs. Ben Lott Mr. Pete McCoy Mr. and Mrs. Jon Moody Mr. and Mrs. Michael Nunn Dr. and Mrs. John Payne III Mrs. Laura Pittman Dr. and Mrs. Frank Randall Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Rogers Dr. and Mrs. Todd Roth Mrs. Kelley Rouze Mr. and Mrs. Chad Singletary Ms. Nanci Speagle Mrs. Becky Stewart Mr. Andrew Stumpf and Dr. Wynne Crawford Mr. and Mrs. Clay Teague Mr. and Mrs. Frank Thomas Mr. and Mrs. Joseph P. Toole Mr. and Mrs. Max Vaughn Mr. and Mrs. Pat Watson Mr. and Mrs. Ken Whittle Mr. and Mrs. Von Yelverton Mr. and Mrs. Mike Zavada TRINITY FRIEND Up to $249 Mr. and Mrs. Ashley Aaron Mr. and Mrs. Mike Addison Mrs. Jan Aldridge Mr. and Mrs. Michael Allen Mr. and Mrs. Troy Amster Anonymous Donor Anonymous Donor Anonymous Donor Anonymous Donor Anonymous Donor Mr. and Mrs. Norman Arnold Mr. and Mrs. Matt Arrighi Mr. and Mrs. Chris Avant Ms. Emily Ayers Ms. Martheen Baas Mr. Ken Baker Mrs. Melissa Baker Mr. and Mrs. Brian Baxley Dr. and Mrs. John Bennett Mrs. Diane Berney Mr. and Mrs. Brian Bernier Mr. and Mrs. Tim Bethea Mr. and Mrs. Doug Beville Mr. and Mrs. Robert Birmingham Mr. and Mrs. Jim Bishop, Jr. Ms. Kelci T. Bixenman Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Bledsoe Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Bloch Mr. and Mrs. Bubba Bowden Mr. and Mrs. Larry Branam Mr. and Mrs. Craig Brazell Mr. and Mrs. Kent Brendle Mr. and Mrs. John Bricken III Mr. and Mrs. Bill Brown Mr. and Mrs. Bob Brown Rev. and Mrs. Fredrick Brown Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Buckner Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bulmer Mr. and Mrs. Bo Burks III Mr. and Mrs. Tom Burton Mr. and Mrs. Michael Cantey Dr. and Mrs. James Carpenter

Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Champion Mr. and Mrs. Richard Chandler Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Chesnutt Mrs. Wendy Cho Mr. and Mrs. Dann Cleveland Mr. and Mrs. Mark Cline Mrs. Analyn Coker Mr. and Mrs. Jarrod Cook Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Coon Ms. Angela Cooner Mr. and Mrs. Pat Cooper Mr. and Mrs. Brien Cornett Mr. and Mrs. Yann Cowart Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Cox Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Cox Mrs. Laura Daniel Mr. and Mrs. Bo Daniel III Mrs. Ashley Dansby Mrs. Nikki Darley Mrs. Kelly Davis Mr. and Mrs. Noah Dean Mr. and Mrs. Thomas DeBardelaben Mr. and Mrs. Tom Dennis Mr. and Mrs. Brandon Dismukes Mr. and Mrs. Keith Do Mr. Richard Doby Mr. and Mrs. David Donovan Dr. and Mrs. Jason Dorey Mr. and Mrs. Richard Duck Mr. and Mrs. Marty Dyson Mrs. Terry Elam Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Etheredge Mrs. Becky Faulkner Mr. and Mrs. Gary Faulkner Dr. and Mrs. Ben Foy Mr. and Mrs. Karl Franklin Mr. Trip Franklin Dr. and Mrs. Stan French Mr. and Mrs. Wade Fuller Ms. Latrell Fussell Mr. and Mrs. Jason Gardner Mr. and Mrs. Scott Garrett Mr. and Mrs. Chris Glover Mrs. Ruth Godwin Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Govan, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Russell Greene Mr. and Mrs. John Grider Mr. and Mrs. Braxton Guinn Mr. and Mrs. Bill Gunter, Jr. LCDR and Dr. Christopher S. Hahn Mr. Pete Hall Ms. Linda Hastey Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Haynes Mr. and Mrs. Everett Hazen Mr. Kelly Hedges Mrs. Linda Helms Miss Rebecca Helms Mr. and Mrs. Richard Helms Mr. and Mrs. William Henderson Mr. Francis Hendryx Mr. and Mrs. Britton Henig Mr. and Mrs. John Henig, Jr. Miss Alice Hill Mr. and Mrs. Harold Hilliard Mr. and Mrs. Doug Hixon Mr. and Mrs. John Hixon Ms. Trish Hixon Ms. Anne Holliday Mr. Lewis Holmes Ms. Gennie Honel TRADITIONS

Mr. and Mrs. Jon Howe Ms. Terri K. Howell Mr. and Mrs. Will Hudson II Mr. and Mrs. Will Hughes III Mr. and Mrs. Richard Humphrey Mr. and Mrs. Brian Hurst Mr. and Mrs. Brian Hynniman Mr. and Mrs. Roger Ingram Ms. Antionetta Jackson Mr. and Mrs. Bill Jackson Mr. and Mrs. Mike Jackson Mr. and Ms. Daniel James Ms. Ashley Johnson Mrs. Lindsay Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Watkins Johnston III Mr. and Mrs. Don Keller Mr. and Mrs. Land Keller Mr. and Mrs. Neal Kelley Mr. and Mrs. Stephen King Ms. Kay Kirtland Mr. and Mrs. Jim Kline Mr. and Mrs. Darren Kreitz Mr. and Mrs. Kyle Kyser Mrs. Jessica Lassister Mr. and Mrs. John Lee Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Lee Mr. and Mrs. Rick Letner Mr. and Mrs. Doug Link Mr. and Mrs. Tom Littlepage Mr. and Mrs. Wes Loard, Jr. Ms. Greta L. Locke Mr. and Mrs. Marty Lovrich Maj. and Mrs. Christian Lowry Mrs. Jacqueline Lumpkin Mr. and Mrs. John Marshall III Mr. Si E. Mathison Mr. and Mrs. Eddie E. McClelland Lee McDaniel, Inc. DBA Balfour Rev. and Mrs. Tommy McGregor Mr. and Mrs. John McInnis Mr. and Mrs. Jeff McIntyre Ms. Alice McLemore Mrs. Meredith McMullin Mr. and Mrs. Drew McNees Mr. and Mrs. J. L. McNees Mr. Tracy McPherson Rev. and Mrs. Claude McRoberts III Mr. and Mrs. Tim Miller Mr. and Mrs. Stan Milton Mr. and Mrs. Philip Mitchell Mr. Ken Moats

Mr. and Mrs. Brian Moore Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Moore III Mr. and Mrs. Steven Moore Mrs. Cindy Morrison Ms. Theresa Morton Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Mosley, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. Jim Mracek II Mr. and Mrs. Ken Naugher Mrs. Mindy Newell Mr. and Mrs. Wade Norris Mr. Jeremy O’Clair Mr. and Mrs. Adam O’Ferrell Ms. Reagan Owens Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Parker Mrs. Marie Parma Mr. Frank Parquette, Jr. Mrs. Alissa Parrish Mr. and Mrs. Ben Patterson Mr. and Mrs. Tracy Patterson Mr. and Mrs. William Patty Ms. Haden Payne Mr. and Mrs. Bill Pemberton Mr. and Mrs. Bradley Pemberton Rev. and Mrs. Rob Pendley Mr. and Mrs. Jim Perkins Mr. and Mrs. Wes Phillips Mr. and Mrs. Greg Pinkham Mrs. Kathy Pirtle Mr. and Mrs. Les Pittman Mr. and Mrs. Dale Polley Mr. and Mrs. Haygood Poundstone Mr. and Mrs. Robert Price Mrs. Terri Price Mr. and Mrs. Randy Ragsdale Mr. and Mrs. Bo Randall III Mr. and Mrs. Epes Robertson Mr. and Mrs. Charles Saliba Ms. Robin Sanders Mr. and Mrs. Matt Satcher Mr. and Mrs. Brian Schroll Mr. and Mrs. Jack Schweers Mr. and Mrs. Dan Scully, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Service, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Shamburger Mrs. Margaret Shanahan Mr. and Mrs. Brad Sharpless Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Sharpless Mr. and Mrs. Augie Shegon Mr. Chet R. Shonk Mr. and Mrs. Tony Singleton Mr. and Mrs. Bubba Skipworth

Mr. and Mrs. Brent Slay Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Sluis Mr. and Mrs. Blake Smith Mr. and Mrs. Freddie Smith Mr. and Mrs. George Smith III Mrs. Gidget Smith Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Sprague Mr. and Mrs. Grady Springer Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Stabler Mr. and Mrs. John Stallings Jr. Mr. and Mrs. John Stallings, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. John Stanley Mr. Robbie Stewart Mr. and Mrs. Tank Stewart Mrs. Caroline Stone Mr. and Mrs. Ed Sullivan Mrs. Jordan Sullivan Mr. and Mrs. Robert Suttle Mr. and Mrs. Scott Taylor Mrs. Lucy Thrasher Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Tidmore Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Till Mr. and Mrs. Tipper Tipton III Lt. Col. and Mrs. Jerry Tonnell Mr. and Mrs. Randy Tucker Mr. and Mrs. Roger Tyus UBS Ms. Betty Voreis Mr. and Mrs. Michael Waddell Dr. and Mrs. Chip Wall, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Warren Mrs. Jennie Washington Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Waters Mr. and Mrs. Billy Weeks Mr. and Dr. Jason Wells Mr. and Mrs. Jamie Wible II Mr. Tim Williams Mr. and Mrs. Don Williams Dr. and Mrs. John Williams Mr. and Mrs. Eddy Williams Mr. and Mrs. Kenny Williamson Mr. and Mrs. Byron Wilson Mr. and Mrs. Ben Wilson Ms. Veronica Wilson Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Wilson Mr. and Mrs. Glen Wilson Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Windham Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Woods Mr. and Mrs. Alan Worrell Mr. and Mrs. David Yohn Mr. and Mrs. Richard Younger

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IN HONOR OF

GIVEN BY Dr. and Mrs. John Bennett Dr. and Mrs. John Bennett Mr. Richard Doby Mr. and Mrs. Will Hudson Mr. and Mrs. Bart Brown Dr. and Dr. Will Carter Dr. and Dr. Will Carter Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Champion Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Craven Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Craven Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Craven Mr. and Mrs. Jim Bishop Mr. and Mrs. Adam Stone Mrs. Ruth Godwin Mr. and Mrs. John Henig Mr. and Mrs. John Henig Mr. and Mrs. Epes Robertson Mr. and Mrs. Epes Robertson Mr. and Mrs. Dale Polley Mr. and Mrs. Dale Polley Mr. and Mrs. Jim Perkins Mr. and Mrs. Darren Kreitz The Branam Family Mr. and Mrs. Brian More Mrs. Diane Brown Dr. and Mrs. John H. Payne III Ms. Judy Moody Mr. and Mrs. Bill Pemberton Mr. and Mrs. Bill Pemberton Mr. and Mrs. Bill Pemberton Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Bennett Price Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Bennett Price Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Bennett Price Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Bennett Price Anonymous Ms. Nanci Speagle Ms. Nanci Speagle Ms. Nanci Speagle Mr. and Mrs. John Stallings, Sr. Mrs. Ruth Godwin Mr. and Mrs. Barry Vaughn Mr. and Mrs. Barry Vaughn Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Waters Mr. Richard Doby

IN MEMORY OF

GIVEN BY

Mr. Neal Berney Mr. Michael Bonner John C. Brown, Sr. Mr. Jack Cain Maria Cotter Mr. Weldon Williamson Doe Mac Faulkner Mr. Gorden Grey Godwin Mr. Gorden Grey Godwin Mr. Gorden Grey Godwin James W. Helms James W. Helms Mary Nell Miller Richard Mills V.G. Mills Mr. Dawson Morris Mr. Dawson Morris Mr. Dawson Morris Mr. Tee Owens Mrs. Mary Katheriane Payne Mrs. Mary Katheriane Payne Mrs. Mary Katheriane Payne Ms. Linda Shands Lena Frances Skipworth Mr. Barry Elvin Teague Miss Ashley Ann Williams Elliot Patterson Williams Kathryn Elliot Patterson Williams

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Brown Mr. and Mrs. Lee Ingram Mrs. Diane Brown Mr. and Mrs. Will Hughes Mr. and Mrs. Bart Brown Mr. and Mrs. Adam Stone Mrs. Diane Berney Mr. and Mrs. Robert Brown Mr. and Mrs. Robert Brown Mr. and Mrs. Kyle Kyser, Jr. Mrs. Anne Payne Mrs. Mary Katharine Payne Baxley Mrs. Drennen Payne Moore MissBentley Moore Miss Katharine Moore Mrs. Diane Berney Ms. Betty Voreis Mr. and Mrs. Jim Kline Mr. and Mrs. Jim Kline Mr. James R. Carpenter Miss Camille D. Carpenter Mrs. Jacqueline Lumpkin Mrs. Reagan Owens Mrs. Alice Williams Mrs. Elisa Bowden Dr. and Mrs. John H. Payne III Anonymous Judy and Kyle Kyser Mr. and Mrs. Clay Teague Mr. and Mrs. Robert Brown Mr. and Mrs. Robert Suttle Anonymous

Brady Bennett Cal Bennett Mrs. Lynn Bloch Mrs. Susan Brown Miss Nicole Brown Merritt Carter Miss Sarah Elizabeth Carter Jackson Champion Miss Anna Worth Craven Miss Ensley Craven Wilson Craven Dr. and Mrs. Richard Cyrus Mrs. Becky Sellers Doe Cleve Godwin Pollard Henig Penn Henig Miss Virginia Anne Holmes Will Holmes Miss Anne Rollins Howe Miss Sarah Howe William Hughes IV Caleb Kreitz Mr. Ken Moats Miss Isabella Moore My Grandchildren Our Grandchildren Miss Kaylee Peevy Miss Anna Lawrence Pemberton Miss Mary Blake Pemberton Norris Pemberton Dowdle Box Price Rigsby Walter Price Miss Rissie McVey Price Smith Perry Price Mr. Bubba Skipworth Grant Speagle Miss Sydney Speagle Sawyer Speagle Wesley Stallings Wesley Stallings Miss Adeline Vaughn Max Vaughn Miss Lilah Waters Mrs. Laura Williams

Mr. and Mrs. Doug Aman Mrs. Elisabeth Byram Mrs. Kaye Collett Mr. and Mrs. Fred Johnson Dr. and Mrs. C.M.A. Rogers III Dr. and Mrs. C.M.A. Rogers III Dr. and Mrs. C.M.A. Rogers III Dr. and Mrs. C.M.A. Rogers III

Clayborne Stanford Johnson Scholarship Fund Clayborne Stanford Johnson Scholarship Fund Clayborne Stanford Johnson Scholarship Fund Clayborne Stanford Johnson Scholarship Fund Raymond Boykin Scholarship Fund Raymond Boykin Scholarship Fund Raymond Boykin Scholarship Fund Raymond Boykin Scholarship Fund

CHARITABLE TRUSTS Clayborne S. Johnson Clayborne S. Johnson Clayborne S. Johnson Clayborne S. Johnson Lucy Harper Eunice Henig John Seale Stewart Silsbee

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CORE BELIEFS

AN EDUCATION AS UNIQUE AS YOUR CHILD The Board believes that God is the source of all truth and wisdom, and that our understanding of the world around us is most fully realized through this fundamental assumption. The Board believes that academic excellence must include a spiritual component, which must be based on the tenants of the Christian faith, and that academic excellence cannot be achieved without this acknowledgement. The Board believes that God will be glorified by producing students who can engage, serve, and lead in their communities in a manner that honors Him.

2016-2017 BOARD OF TRUSTEES Mr. Todd Parsons

Mr. Jason Adams

President

Mrs. Ginger Barganier

Mr. Jimmy Rutland

Mrs. Jeannine Birmingham

Vice President

Mr. Price Bishop

Mr. Pat Williams

Mrs. Farrow Burks

Treasurer

Mrs. Betty Bobbitt Byrne

Dr. David Stanley

Dr. Allen Clark

Secretary

Mr. Bob Farris

Dr. Frank Young

Mr. Stephen Morris

Member at Large

Dr. Scott Parma

Rev. Claude McRoberts III

Mr. Haygood Poundstone

Ex-officio

Mr. Aduston Rogers

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Dr. Todd Roth

FAITH

FRIENDSHIP

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