A Good Foundation

Throughout the summer, workers have been building the foundation for the Robert L. and Ann Moody Activity Center. In the photo shown here, concrete for the retaining wall is being poured into the wall's metal forms.  The foundation is critical to the integrity and longevity of the entire structure.  As I write on July 20, the retaining wall is in place and the anchor bolts are visible where the steel framework will be attached.  I think we will all be surprised at how quickly the building takes shape when workers begin framing about 4 weeks from now!


Speaking of building a foundation, the school's mission serves as the foundation for our entire school program.  Like the foundation of a building, the school's raison d'etre is critical for success.  In our faculty meeting at the beginning of June, we ended the school year and kicked off the summer doing some reflecting on our mission statement.  In the midst of our discussions, a teacher summed up all that we do with this observation: "At Trinity we help students find their voice in the world."  It's not as detailed as the mission statement on our website, but it's consistent with our mission and it's a superb one-sentence summary of our work with students. This motto has a place in my heart as I pass the 10-year mark as Head of School!


With 193 students enrolled thus far and more in the "pipeline," we are on track to maintain last year's enrollment despite graduating a large class of 21 students in May.  If you know of families with talented students who should be considering Trinity, please urge them to contact us.  There is still time before the first full day of classes on Tuesday, August 21.


Faithfully,


David C. Dearman+