“I know you can do better, and if you do, you can be better.”
This simple yet powerful advice, delivered by a trusted mentor at just the right moment, was a profound expression of faith in a young boy’s potential — setting him on a path that would change his life. During our recent Homecoming and Reunion Weekend, as we celebrated Dave Coratti P’08’s induction into the Athletic Hall of Fame, alumnus Chukky Okobi ’96 shared how these words from Mr. Coratti helped him find direction at a pivotal moment in his life. It was a moment that helped shift 13-year-old Chukky’s trajectory, leading him to the NFL and a Super Bowl victory with the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2006. More importantly, it instilled in Chukky a lifelong lesson: “I can do better, and if I do, I will be better.”
These impactful moments are woven into the very fabric of Trinity-Pawling School. Each day on campus is filled with small yet powerful interactions, discoveries, and breakthroughs that collectively shape our students’ futures. Throughout Homecoming and Reunion Weekend, alumni reflected on these pivotal moments that set them on the path to becoming the men they are today.
● The moment a mentor offered the right advice at just the right time
● The moment a lesson ignited a lifelong passion
● The moment a classmate became a brother, forming an unbreakable bond
● The moment an experience on campus sparked a new perspective
These are the moments your support brings to life at Trinity-Pawling.
For over 100 years, the School has cultivated experiences that make a transformational difference in the lives of young men. From developing innovative programs and enriching our campus to investing in the professional growth of our dedicated mentors and providing scholarships for boys in need, your gift creates the conditions for these life-changing moments. Make a gift to the Trinity-Pawling Fund, and spark the moment that turns potential into achievement.
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Ways to Contribute:
● Online: www.trinitypawling.org/give
● Phone: 845-855-4833
● Venmo: @TrinityPawlingSchool
● Check: Trinity-Pawling School, Office of Advancement, 700 Route 22, Pawling, NY 12564
When you donate, please share a Trinity-Pawling moment that made a transformational difference for you or someone you love.