Dear Parents,

It seems Trenton is abloom and filled with new life.  Spring is a rejuvenating time of new birth, not only in the Church but in the wonders of nature around us.

It is appropriate that we celebrate Mother's Day in early spring.  Mothers symbolize beauty, love and life.  Mothers come in all shapes and sizes, yet share a common bond.  They are the ones who from the start love their children unconditionally.  The daily sacrifices mothers make include forgoing stylish fashions, elegant meals and relaxing vacations.  They often put their own personal lives on hold to raise their children.  Mothers do for their own what they wouldn't do for themselves.  Mothers do this out of love.

Mothers are members of a nationwide sorority.  They can swap stories, share recipes for success or commiserate thru the difficult stages and experiences of their young.  They have an uncanny way of always knowing when things aren't just right with their children and sometimes can even stand back and let them work it out for themselves.  They have the power to make you stand up straight, remove your elbows from the table or lower your voice with just a look from across a crowded room.  Mothers do this to let you know you are loved.

This month, we are celebrating my mother's 85th birthday.  I am blessed to still have her in my life guiding, protecting and most important sharing her wisdom and love.

May we honor our mothers this Mother's Day and every day in how we live, who we are and how we love.

God bless,

Mrs. Reap

Trenton Catholic Preparatory Academy Lower School is located on a beautiful 64-acre wooded campus in Hamilton, New Jersey serving 300 students in PreK-8. The administration, faculty and parents work together to create an environment that leads children to develop academic, spiritual and social responsibilities. TCPA students show concern and respect by reaching out to serve others in peace, justice and love.

Come learn why the TCPA Lower School is a place where students...
Believe, Dream, and Succeed!

Visit our Classrooms to see firsthand all of the exciting things that are happening in the Lower School.  For registration information please call, Mrs. Danser, 609-586-5888 ext. 141, or click here.

CYO Champions!  - Congratulations to our Boys Varsity Basketball Team for being the CYO Champtions!  Thanks for a winning season!  Shoutout to Dylan Napoleon - Tournament MVP!

TCPA Assists Mount Carmel Guild at Thanksgiving - Thank you to all for your support in helping us make the Thanksgiving holiday so special for those in need.  Together we cared and shared so others may eat.

Mount Carmel Guild Recognizes 8th grader, Favour Bush - as an outstanding Volunteer in her community.  Favour will be honored at this year's Mount Carmel Guild Gala on October 15 at Trenton Country Club.  Favour thank you for making a difference at TCPA and in your surrounding community!

Student Council Makes a Difference!  We are pleased to announce the 2021/22 Lower School Student Council.  Co-Presidents:  Megan Denton and Imani Francis,  Vice President:  Joy Sloh, Recorder:  Isabel Feliciano, Spiritual Leader:  Carol Soloj-Barrios

Class Representatives: Favour Bush, Makhaya Campbell, Germaine Bryson, Aniyah Evans, Jennylis Munoz-Concepcion, Gavin Powell

Congratulations and best wishes are extended to these students as they grow in their leadership roles at TCPA.  God bless them.

TCPA Runs at CYO Cross Country Meet - Several of our students placed in the recent CYO Cross Country Meet held at Mercer County Park, October 17.  Congratulations to the following runners who placed in the top 5:  Wenday Ola, 3rd place Girls JV, Eresi Kanu, 4th place Girls Varsity, Constantine Toe, 2nd place Boys JV and Alexander Liz, 5th place Boys JV.  Special appreciation to Coach Tony Haneman for preparing our students for the race!

2021 Walk for Education a huge success!  This year's annual Walk for Education raised over $7500 by the Upper and Lower School.  Special credit is extended to Mrs. Schwinger's 8th graders who raised $2065 and to 8th grader Adorable Melvin who was our largest individual donor!  6 classes earned a dress down day with over $500 in contributions.  Thanks TCPA for supporting Catholic education!  Even masks and social distancing can't stop our students from supporting their school!

SOCKS+OCTOBER=SOCKTOBER - Socktober is a national campaign that spans all seven continents to help homeless shelters keep people warm from the toes up.  TCPA is a proud supporter of this event and we are grateful for our students' support!

Reminder
Please check our school website daily for important announcements as we will not be sending home paper copies.  Simply go to  www.trentoncatholicprep.org and click on Lower School, then click on Backpack for all of the important papers and announcements.  Thank you for helping us Go Green!

TCPA has Kids that CARE!
TCPA Kids Care is a program that acknowledges students who are…. Courteous - Accepting - Respectful - Exceptional. Students who demonstrate these qualities will be recognized monthly with a certificate and breakfast with Mrs. Reap. We are so proud of our students and are excited to honor them in this special way! Ready, Set, let's CARE!