Birthday Blessings go out to Caden Frandsen, Dylan Gruna & Kashtyn Keefe!

PTL Minutes from the April 12th meeting are included in this week’s newsletter. Final meeting for the year will be on Sunday, May 10th following the 9 am worship service. All parents are encouraged to attend!

Faith Celebration & Confirmation – Please join us in celebrating our Confirmands during their Faith Celebration on Wednesday at 7 pm. All are invited to hear each Confirmand share their Faith Story. Confirmation will be held this Sunday during the 9 am worship service.

Spring Picture Packets should be returned to the school office by Monday, May 4th. This includes any payments for picture sheets you would like to keep and also any unpurchased pictures. Questions? Reach out to Sara in the office.

Scrip Tuition Credit Bonus – This is the final week to take advantage of the Scrip Tuition Credit Bonus! Instead of the regular 2% tuition credit, the entire rebate earned on scrip orders can be credited to your tuition account (or the tuition assistance fund).  Friends and family are more than welcome to make purchases on student’s behalf.  Scrip order forms must accompany every order and the family to receive the tuition credit must be listed.

YI News – Now until May 27 each student that brings YI dollars to Jessica Gruna on Wednesday mornings will be entered into a drawing for a prize! If you have questions or would like more info on the LCEF YI accounts, reach out to Jessica at jgruna1017@gmail.com.

6th Grade Band Students will be heading up to the high school to practice this week Monday in preparation for the Spring Concert. The Middle School Spring Concert is on Monday, May 4th at 7 pm at the Athens High School.

PTL Education Opportunity – PTL is seeking parent input in hosting an educational night for parents. Two such events have been held in the past (“Internet & Social Media Safety” led by Chief Stencil and “Boosting Safety: Managing Threats of Harm Against Our Children” led by Deaconess Chrissie Gillet, PsyD). Please take a moment by completing a short questionnaire via Google Forms here.

Crusaders going to Marshfield Saturday for the Cystic Fibrosis Walk are to meet in the school parking lot and leave by 9 am - Jadyn, Cami, Kassidy, Evan, Libby, Conner, Ivan, Emma, Kaiden & Kooper. 

Acolytes for this coming week – Monday, April 27, 7 pm – Nathan Natzke & Dylan Gruna; Sunday, May 3, 9 am – Libby Christopherson & Ivan Sayre.

Upcoming …
Wednesday, April 29 – 8th Grade Faith Celebration at 7 pm
Saturday, May 2 – Crusaders Great Strides Walk for Cystic Fibrosis in Marshfield
Sunday, May 3 – Confirmation at 9 am
Sunday, May 10 – 4K – 8th Grade Students Sing during 9 am Worship / PTL meeting after Worship / Crusaders Meeting at 6:30 pm
Friday, May 15 – 3rd Grade to Miltrims for Food for America
Thursday, May 21 – 4th & 5th Grade to Little Red Schoolhouse
Wednesday, May 27 – 8th Grade Graduation & All School Awards at 7 pm (Students Sing)
Thursday, May 28 – Last Day of School & Picnic

 “Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth; break forth into joyous song and sing praises!”   Psalm 98:4

PTL Meeting Minutes

April 12, 2026

1.      President Francy Schienebeck called the meeting to order at 10:07 a.m. with 5 parents and 7 teachers present.

2.      Dean Frick opened with prayer.

3.      The Secretary’s minutes from March were reviewed. A motion was made by Sara Paul and seconded by Jessica Gruna to approve the minutes. Motion carried unanimously.

4.      Committee and Officers report

a.      Treasurer’s report- The balance as of April 11, 2026, was $14,984.41. Expenses paid included Grand Theater trips, bus expense to Camp Forest Springs, Y.I. postage and envelopes, Donuts with Dad, PTL Taco Dinner, and benefit raffle basket. Revenue received included Seroogy’s, PTL Taco Dinner, a donation from Marathon Cheese and dividends.

b.     Scrip- Tuition credit bonus will run through the month of April

c.      Principal- We are getting ready for next weekend’s 125th anniversary celebration. Students should report to their classrooms at 9:45 a.m., as church will begin at 10:00 a.m. The 3K students have recently been added to the program and are busy learning songs for the event. School Choice applications will reopen on May 1. We were also approved for a $1,000 grant from the Athens Area Credit Union to help with busing expenses. Students will be completing English, reading, and math testing over the next month. The 2026–2027 school calendar is now available on the website.

5.      Old Business

a.      Donuts with Dad – March 25, 2026

b.     Soup Supper – Tacos on March 25, 2026

c.      PTL Scrip Donation – Pat Steinke medical costs from snowmobile accident

d.     Young Investors Request - $100 for prepaid postage and envelopes

e.      Administrative Professionals Day– April 22, 2026

f.        Seroogy’s Fundraiser – Ended March 13, 2026

6.      New Business

a.      Scrip Challenge – Tuition credit bonus will run through the month of April

b.     Administrative Professionals Day – April 22, 2026 for Sara and Makenna, gift ideas were discussed.

c.      PTL Education Night – An Education Night is being planned. A letter will be sent out, along with a Google form to gather parent feedback in May, with the goal of scheduling the event for September or October. Please watch for more information.

d.     Faith Celebration – Wednesday, April 29, 2026. The cake will be donated by a parent, thank you!

e.      8th Grade Banquet Budget – Wednesday, May 27, 2026. The 7th grade parents will be responsible for invitations, decorations, and the meal. Mr. Frick will be providing the meal selection to parents soon.

f.        8th Grade Class Trip – Potential destination of the Wisconsin Dells. Boat tour tickets are being considered for the educational portion of the trip at approximately $10 per ticket. There are five 8th grade students.

g.      School Picnic Budget– The school picnic budget has historically been open-ended. Discussed the possibility of offering macaroni and cheese in addition to hot dogs. Volunteers are needed and if you are interested, please reach out to an officer.

h.      Math Competition - Mr. Cezch is taking four middle school students to a math competition in Edgar on May 1. He is requesting that PTL cover the $10 registration fee and $7 ticket cost for each student, totaling $38. A motion was made by Shauna Christopherson and seconded by Jessica Gruna to approve this expense. The motion carried unanimously.

i.        Raffle Basket - PTL assembled a raffle basket for Lyle Peel who is battling cancer. Lyle is the husband of Jackie Peel, a bus driver for the Athens School District. A benefit is being held today, and the basket will be donated for the event.

j.        Teacher Appreciation Week – May 4 – 8, 2026. Francy will be reaching out to parents for volunteers to help with this. Please watch for more information.

Francy Schienebeck motioned to adjourn the meeting at 10:32 a.m., seconded by Jessica Gruna.

Last meeting of the school year is May 10, 2026

Respectfully submitted by Ann Thurs, Secretary

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Trinity’s Wellness Committee has developed a wellness policy to help guide efforts to create a healthy school environment. This policy supports a culture of well-being by establishing healthful practices and procedures for students, staff, and families. The policy can be viewed by clicking below.

Next Year- 2026-27 Calendar

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