Trinity School News & Blog
Common Grounds Speaker: Brad Sachs, Ph.D.
Brad Sachs, Ph.D. April 23-24, 2013 Good Enough Teens Promoting Self-Reliance With compassion and intelligence, Brad Sachs, Ph.D. returns to our stage to explore the physical and psychological challenges of adolescence. He shares insights and practical guidance to help us [...]
Who’s Speaking More in the Classroom Now?
Through technology, students are taking a more active speaking role in the classroom. Trinity School in Menlo Park is embracing this shift that gives students more confidence in their voice. Technology is shifting the balance of voices in the classroom. [...]
Trinity School’s Grade 4 Participates in Toontastic Pilot Study
Ms. Young’s Grade 4 students participated in a fun and exciting new software pilot last Spring. Toontastic was looking for “a more scientific look at how children interact with their app and to examine some of the learning processes that [...]
Jane McGonigal, Ph.D. – Why Games Make Us Better
Jane McGonigal, Ph.D. November 8, 2012 Why Games Make Us Better Dr. Jane McGonigal is a world-renowned creator of alternative reality games and a leading researcher in how gaming affects the human brain. She leads a growing movement that seeks [...]
Trinity School is Official Member of Common Sense Media
Common Sense Media is dedicated to improving the lives of kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in a world of media and technology. Trinity School is proud to be an [...]
Inspire Great Thinkers with John Hunter at Trinity School
John Hunter October 2-3, 2012 Inspire Great Thinkers Building a Generation of Leaders Visionary educator John Hunter is a must-see for anyone who values the future of children — and the planet. A musician, filmmaker and award-winning teacher, he speaks [...]
Trinity School Teacher Invited to 1st National Education Tweetup
Trinity School’s Grade 4 Teacher, Joan Young, will be attending the first National Education Tweetup, sponsored by the Academy of Education Arts and Sciences. The Academy of Education Arts and Sciences announced the first National Education Tweetup to take place [...]
Grade 5 Students Present “Heart of Trinity Awards”
GOT $100? WHO WOULD YOU GIVE IT TO? Trinity School Elementary School Students Present Five $100 Donations and “Heart of Trinity Awards” to Local Charities Upon graduation, Grade 5 students at Trinity School have earned the honor and privilege [...]
Questions and Comments that Inspire or Squelch a Child
During Celebration of Learning May 7 – 11, Trinity School celebrates its most authentic form of assessment: parents and friends will interface with children to witness and talk to children about their efforts and accomplishments that informed their learning this [...]
Semper Paratus (Always Ready)
Did you know that Trinity School has: Emergency preparedness procedures documented for fire, earthquake, and campus lock-down Conducts an annual disaster simulation on the Upper Campus with students and personnel Maintains current emergency food, water, first aid, and shelter supplies [...]