It’s been a busy couple months! I’ve pushed my blog to the side with all the
other fun things happening at Trinity, so I’ve committed to getting back to
it! Even though we are all busy around
here, I realize it’s very important to share with all of you those fun things
that I see day in and day out, so I’m getting back to it! J
Today I’m going to start with something that is fresh on my
mind: Trinity’s Early Childhood Program.
I need to take some time to sing the praises of our team- Katie Frisch,
Janice Freudenburg, Shelley Williams, and Maria Woodworth. They are an outstanding group of teachers and
Trinity and our students are so blessed to have them here.
First I’d like to share a fun event that I was privileged to
be a part of. This week the moms and
grandmas of 64 four year olds got to spend time at Trinity for Pre-K Mom’s and
Grandma’s day! Mrs. Williams and Mrs. Woodworth
planned such a great time for all of us.
It was a special time for me because I got to spend two uninterrupted
hours with my mom and my best little buddy!
I heard through the grapevine that Mrs. Williams was a little nervous
for the day, but you would have never guessed it. She was poised, confident, and loving as
usual as she welcomed us explained the day.
By the end of the day on Thursday, (after her 4th round of doing
this) she was noticeably relaxed, peaceful and happy. She was truly enjoying herself as she watched
her kiddos interacting with loved ones!
It made me smile just to watch her.
Mrs. Williams and Mrs. Woodworth make such a great
team. While watching the two of them at work,
you would think they’ve worked together for years. It’s hard to believe it’s only been a few
short months. Mrs. Woodworth has slipped
so seamlessly into our Trinity Family and I’m so happy for both of them. They make a great pair, and together they are
making a difference in the lives of so many remarkable young people. God is good!
I’d also like to take a moment to congratulate Katie Frisch
on her hard work on a recent fundraiser she headed for the early childhood
program. Late last year she came to me
with a picture of an activity loft she wanted for her classroom, reasons why
she thought it would benefit her program, and the cost! When I saw the pricetag, I was a little
overwhelmed. J However, Katie came armed with a way to help
fund the cost of the loft and that was to hold a fundraiser which she believed
would raise a lot of money. The school
board approved the fundraiser and she was off!
I once read a quote somewhere: “Trust your crazy ideas.” I admittedly wasn’t
convinced this fundraiser was going to come close to putting a dent in the cost
of the loft. Well, I should have trusted
this crazy idea. Katie and the whole early
childhood program of kids and parents raised over $3,300!!! That is
amazing! With all of that effort, the
school board agreed to fund the rest of the loft. It should be delivered and assembled over
Christmas break for the kids to begin enjoying!
Amazing job Katie. J
I’d also like to recognize Katie and Miss Janice for their work
as a team. This team also works
seamlessly together and while they’ve only been working together for about a
year, they make a great duo. They almost
read each other’s minds. Miss Janice is
willing to do whatever she can to make sure the day runs smoothly for Katie and
for the kids. Both of them are always
smiling and it is just bright and cheery when you seem them at work
together. Again, God is good!
This group of amazing people-Katie, Janice, Shelley, and
Maria- are the where it all starts at Trinity!
I’m so happy our youngest Tigers are getting to experience their love, their
laughter, and their teaching. Just one
more reason I love Trinity!
