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Middle School Paint Class Creates Mural

Ms. Strauss' middle school painting class paint the temporary construction wall where the new elevator is being installed. 

Using California artist Jim Dine as inspiration, especially several of his pieces—Lawn Mower (1962), Child’s Blue Wall (1962) and Imogen III (1971)—students worked out a composition to cover a large 12x10-foot wall. 

“The students collaborated extremely well and brought to the mural techniques of stamping, masking, brushwork, and blending wet on wet,” said art teacher Tilly Strauss. “The three sections of the mural move from sculptural to trompe'loel, all the while celebrating the love of paint and the expressive qualities of color.” 

Dominic Benitez, Noah Sprosty, Alissa Dobrinsky, Ashely Reid, Natalia Londono, Sabrina Silva and Sheridan Posschelle pained the mural. 

If you would like a link to view and download these images, please contact the news desk with your name, e-mail address and affiliation with Palmer Trinity School. Photos by Ms. Strauss. Produced by Alejandro Martinez-Oletta '14.

Ms. Cerione Wins 2012 Yearbook Dedicaiton

Walk into the upper school office, take a couple steps, and the door that’s always open belongs to Mrs. Cerione. Her bright smile never fails to make any student feel welcome and comfortable. This year, that is the very reason that the students of Palmer Trinity have decided to dedicate this yearbook to Mrs. Vivian Cerione.

She has worked at Palmer Trinity for 24 years and has consistently brightened the days for everyone. She seems to have "an infinite concern for students," as her best friend, Susie Loiacono puts it. In one word, Mrs. Loiacono describes Mrs. Cerione as "loving." She easily compliments Mrs. Cerione about the fact that she inspires everybody to do his or her best: "Her caring spirit has truly been helpful to anyone who encounters her." Mr. Chapman mentions that the best part of working with her is the "calmness she brings to the office." He says, “With her, anyone can laugh. She is so fun to be around. The way that everyone speaks so highly of her is a great testament.” He describes her as a woman of great integrity who is approachable and always willing to lend an ear. The student body can agree with this, recognizing that any concern they have can be addressed with Mrs. Cerione. She never turns anyone away and makes sure to accommodate the needs of everybody.

At Palmer Trinity, she is the registrar. Mrs. Cerione is responsible for all students' records, transcripts, grades, and scheduling. She has a strong work ethic, which Mrs. Duarte can attest to. She describes Mrs. Cerione as "a caring person, great friend, and irreplaceable colleague." Someone else who speaks only highly of Mrs. Cerione is Mrs. Truby. She says that Mrs. Cerione "exemplifies the sense of professionalism and graciousness that all members of our community hope to practice." She goes on to say that Mrs. Cerione is the soul of Palmer Trinity and she cannot think of another person who deserves this dedication more.

Mrs. Cerione’s daughter-in-law shared some of the things that make up Mrs. Cerione outside of Palmer Trinity. She has five grandchildren, and they are her number one priority in life. Mrs. Cerione was blessed with four sons who are all 6’4 or taller, so it always puts a smile on her daughter- in-law’s face to see them together. Extremely family oriented, Mrs. Cerione cherishes all that she has every day.

No one is more gracious and compassionate than Mrs. Cerione, and this yearbook has definitely been dedicated thoughtfully to the right person. She treats every student like her own child and constantly looks out for everyone else’s best interest. While students hurry around, eager for schedule changes, Mrs. Cerione generously helps them. She has always been the mother of all students at Palmer Trinity. Mrs. Loiacono says, “God put me here to meet her; our paths needed to cross.

She has helped me to be a better person. When I first started at Palmer Trinity, she took me under her wing. It’s hard to explain, she’s just always been a supporter of everyone being treated fairly.”

Mrs. Cerione has the most positive spirit, and Palmer Trinity wants to take this opportunity to recognize her and all that she does for her community, without asking for anything in return. 

By Gina Tomasetti '12