Something special has been happening in our preschool classrooms. A simple spark of curiosity—fascination with light—has led to incredible exploration, deep questions, and meaningful connections.

Through light tables, projectors, and flashlights, our students have been experimenting with how light moves, changes, and interacts with the world around them. They have asked thoughtful questions:

These moments remind us that light is more than just something we turn on or off—it’s a source of wonder, warmth, and guidance.

Lately, I have found myself drawn to these explorations, pausing in classrooms just to watch, to sit quietly, and take in the children's curiosity. Maybe it’s the time of year, when the sun feels a little further away, the temperatures colder, and we find ourselves longing for a little extra light.

Each morning at Chapel, we see this symbolism in action. As we gather, we light a candle and sing:

"We light the candle bright and shine the light of Jesus into the world."

Then, with joy and enthusiasm, Mrs. Watson, our lay chaplain, invites us to shine our light as we all sing This Little Light of Mine. A special PreK-4 chapel helper is given the honor of snuffing out the candle at the close of worship, as Mrs. Watson reminds us:

"Let us go in peace to love and serve the Lord."

This reflection on light feels especially meaningful as our school moves forward with the Light the Way campaign—an endowment to build a new Lower School that will illuminate the future for Trinity students for years to come.

But light is not just something we study…it’s woven into our lives, cultures, and traditions in beautiful ways. We would love to hear from our families about how light plays a role in your homes and heritage:

We would love for you to share a photo or story with us! Please send them to mirwin@trinitymidland.org. We will incorporate them into our classrooms and celebrate the ways light shines in our community.

As we continue exploring the wonder of light, I am reminded of these words from Matthew 5:16:

"Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."

May we all be bearers of light—through learning, through faith, and in the way we serve one another.

Best,

Megan Irwin

Head of Preschool