Today, Trinity celebrates of one of the most influential men of modern American history, Dr. Martin Luther King. In 1947 King published an article entitled, “The Purpose of Education.” While the article is not written through the Catholic lens, there is much that resonates with Trinity's Catholic mission. King writes, “We must remember that intelligence is not enough. Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education.” His essay contends that education must teach individuals not only to think clearly but to act ethically and morally, ultimately contributing to a just and compassionate society.
King’s message aligns with Trinity's Catholic identity. One of the nine defining characteristics of a Catholic education is the education of the whole child. While the world often thinks the purpose of education is for "college and career readiness," as a Catholic school, we know our calling is higher. We are committed to the formation of the whole person. At Trinity, we don't just prepare students for the workforce; we prepare them for the world—and for HEAVEN. As we celebrate Dr. King’s life, we are reminded of Trinity's mission of fostering Catholic virtues and teaching character, not just content.