HT Happenings Oct. 4, 2026

What a beautiful week it has been at Holy Trinity!

Thank you to our families for your flexibility and understanding as we had to pivot our plans for the Pet Blessing. While we were disappointed to cancel the outdoor celebration, we were so proud of how our community embraced the change and helped us make the day special.

The Pet Blessing prayer service in the church was truly beautiful. Our fifth graders did a wonderful job leading us in prayer, and seeing our students hold up pictures of their beloved pets was one of those simple moments that makes you smile. It was a beautiful way to celebrate St. Francis and remind our children of the love and care we are called to show all of God’s creation.

We also had the opportunity to LIVE DIFFERENT in a very special way this week as we welcomed the students and staff of St. Mary’s for adoration, prayer, and worship. Seeing our Avon Catholic Schools community together was something special. Two schools, one community, gathered in the presence of Jesus.

A special thank you to our parish team and Father Anthony for creating such a beautiful, reverent, and faith-filled experience for both schools. The care they put into creating this opportunity for our students to pray, worship, and be still in the presence of Jesus was truly meaningful.

These are the moments that remind us what Live Different! Love Like Jesus! is all about; praying together, welcoming others, serving one another, and making room for God in our everyday lives.

This week we look forward to welcoming our families to Holy Trinity for Parent-Teacher Conferences on Wednesday and Thursday. Thank you for making time to partner with our teachers and support your children!

We also welcome the month of October, a month dedicated to Mary and the Holy Rosary. In the late 1800s, Pope Leo XIII officially dedicated the month of October to the Rosary and encouraged Catholics to pray it daily. The Church gives us this special month to slow down, turn our hearts toward Mary, and draw closer to Jesus through prayer. We look forward to seeing our students embrace the Rosary and all that October brings to our school community!

May God bless you and your families, and may St. Francis and Mary continue to remind us to lead with kindness, love, and prayer.

Mr. Kaufhold and Ms. Flanagan

Oct.7: Parent Teacher Conferences (2:30 - 7:30 p.m.)

Oct. 8: No School - Parent Teacher Conferences (8 a.m. - 2 p.m.)

Oct. 9: No School

Oct. 16: Halloween Happenings

Oct. 23: Last Day of First Quarter

Oct. 26: St. Baldrick's

Oct. 27: Picture Retake Day

Oct. 28: Fall Assembly (1 p.m.)

Oct. 30: Halloween Parade & All Saints Class Parties

(12:30 -1:40 p.m.)

Calendar is available in Student Handbook and on website.

Miss Lavella’s 7th-grade Social Studies class stepped back in time to experience the Greek Olympics!

Students participated in a variety of events inspired by the athletic competitions of Ancient Greece, giving them the opportunity to experience history in a hands-on and memorable way.

What better way to learn about the origins of the Olympics than by becoming Olympians themselves?

Students had fun competing, cheering each other on, and connecting what they’ve learned in the classroom to the traditions and culture of Ancient Greece.

Learning history is even more exciting when you get to experience it!

We are excited to be offering peer tutoring for our students in grades 1-6.

Our 7th and 8th grade tutors will be available on Wednesdays beginning October 14 after school until 2:45 p.m. where they will need to be picked up at the MAIN DOORS of the school.

If you are a 7th or 8th grader and would like to volunteer AND receive service hours, sign up below! Parents requesting tutoring support please click on the link below (the links below are updated from the original email sent).

TUTOR VOLUNTEERS GRADES 7&8

Families Requesting Peer Tutoring Support

Beginning this Monday (Oct. 5), construction crews will be surface sealing Nagel Road. We will have access to the driveways. Please adhere to the posted 5 mph speed limit in the area of the construction and drive carefully. There could be delays so please plan accordingly. The sealing is expected to last a few days (weather dependent).

At Holy Trinity, our Specials program is structured a little differently for our intermediate and junior high students:

• Grades 4–5: Students rotate through five specials on a five-week cycle, spending a full week in each. In addition, they visit the library once a week for book checkout/renewals and to access our PBIS store.

• Grades 6–8: Junior high students rotate through their specials on a six-week cycle, also spending a full week focused on each class.

Holy Trinity CYO 2026-2027 Winter Sports registration is now open for Holy Trinity and Holy Trinity PSR students. Registration can be accessed through our website at www.holytrinityathletics.com and will close on Oct. 7.

Winter sports offerings include:

Basketball for boys and girls grades 3-8: $210 (As part of basketball registration each player will receive a personalized shooting shirt.)

Cheer for girls in grades 3-8: $75

BASKETBALL

Basketball teams will have two practices per week, which can begin as early as the week of October 19th. Games will begin the weekend of December 5th. Additionally, each team has the option to participate in two CYO Sanctioned Tournaments. **Tryouts for grades 6-8 will take place the morning of October 31, more details to follow.**

A major pillar of our athletic program are volunteer coaches, and we welcome anyone interested in coaching or assisting this year to apply. All basketball coaching candidates, including returning coaches, must go through an approval process by the Holy Trinity Athletic Association Board and complete necessary trainings required by the Cleveland Diocese CYO.

If you are interested in coaching or have questions about basketball, please reach out to Basketball Co-Commissioners, Nathan Prueter (drprueter@bellevueohiodentist.com) and Jason Novicky (Jdrex73@sbcglobal.net)

CHEER

Cheer will aim for one or two squads depending on registration. Practices are typically mid-afternoon after school on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. If you have any questions about the Cheer program, please contact Heather Chandler at just4chandlers@gmail.com.

Remember to register by Oct. 7. We look forward to a great winter season and thank you for your continued support of Holy Trinity Athletics.

Trunk or Treat & Haunted Halls – Friday, Oct. 16!

Join us for a fun Halloween night at Holy Trinity! Trunk or Treat will run from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the North Lot, and Haunted Halls will be open from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Junior High.

Want to join the Trunk or Treat fun? Decorated cars are $10 each, and the top three decorated cars will earn prizes! Car setup will be from 5 to 6:15 p.m. Haunted Halls is $5 per person and open to ages 4 and up.

Come in costume and enjoy a fun night with our Holy Trinity community! Cash only for this event.

Do you have a sign??!

Help us spread the word to LIVE DIFFERENT! 💚

Signs are available in the school and parish offices.

Aftercare

Holy Trinity is looking for additional aftercare staff. Hours vary by week. The program runs daily from 2 to 6 p.m. Contact Laura Morahan for more information at morahanl@avoneagles.org.

Substitute Teachers

Requirements: Bachelor's Degree, Sub License, BCI/FBI checks, Virtus Certification.

Contact Ms. Flanagan at anne.flanagan@htsavon.org for more information.

With everything going on with the start of the school year, we don't want to repeat information but also want to make sure nothing is missed. Please click the links below if you need to reference a previous Happenings newsletter.

Sept. 27, 2026 Happening - click here.

Sept. 20, 2026 Happenings - click here.

Sept. 13, 2026 Happenings - click here.

Sept. 6, 2026 Happenings - click here.

Aug. 30, 2026 Happenings - click here.

Aug. 23, 2026 Happenings - click here.

August Happenings - click here