Trinity School News & Blog

Gyotaku “fish rubbing”

Kindergarteners at Trinity School learned firsthand the traditional method of Japanese fish printing, dating from the mid 1800′s.             Hesitation and excitement grew as Mrs. Zeren, the Trinity School Librarian, helped the students don their rubber gloves to apply paint [...]

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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 [...]

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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. [...]

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Common Grounds Speaker: Leonard Sax, M.D., Ph.D.

Leonard Sax, M.D., Ph.D. March 19-20, 2013 Yes! Gender Matters As one of the nation’s foremost authorities on gender differences, Dr. Leonard Sax examines the role gender plays in how we learn and how we handle stress and anxiety. He [...]

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Three Ways to Listen

Listening is a gift you can give at any time to another person. What a beautiful way to extend a friendship, to deepen a relationship. Listening is an art that is available to anyone, free of charge, no strings attached. [...]

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Common Ground Speaker: Madeline Levine, Ph.D.

Madeline Levine, Ph.D. January 29-30, 2013 Shift The Focus Parenting for Authentic Success Dr. Madeline Levine is a lecturer, author and psychologist with over 30 years experience working with children and adolescents. She has seen firsthand the effects of our [...]

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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 [...]

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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 [...]

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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 [...]

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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 [...]

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