\u201cI genuinely love being a part of a community,\u201d began Suzanne Najman, reflecting on her first few months of working at Trinity-Pawling. Najman joined the Science Department over the summer as a chemistry teacher. With over 20 years of private school experience under her belt, she did not hesitate to dive right into the school community. Outside of the classroom, Najman serves as the Student Activities Director on campus and coaches Middle School soccer. \u201cI\u2019m certainly never bored!\u201d she shared with a laugh.<\/p>\n
In the chemistry lab, Najman enjoys witnessing the students\u2019 \u201ca-ha\u201d moments each week. \u201cWhen the boys realize that they understand what\u2019s going on, they\u2019re able to relate what we\u2019ve just learned in the classroom to their interests outside of school,\u201d she shared. \u201cI love seeing that progress.\u201d<\/p>\n
And speaking of interests outside of school. \u201cI\u2019m trying my best to learn the boys\u2019 interests so I can provide fun off-campus options each weekend,\u201d Najman shared about her role as Director of Student Activities. \u201cIt\u2019s so important for them to get out of the dorms and have engaging experiences \u2014 whether that\u2019s a trip to the mall, a local restaurant, or something a bit more exciting, like going to a Yankees Game, hiking, or go-karting.\u201d<\/p>\n
Now two months into the fall term, Najman has noticed that many students have become more interested in the weekend activities planning process. \u201cStudents are starting to get involved. It\u2019s great! They\u2019re starting to suggest more ideas and voice their opinions,\u201d she shared. It allows her to provide the best options each weekend.<\/p>\n
Most recently, Najman worked with Prefect of Zeal Lucas Hughes \u201920 to organize a Spirit Week on campus, leading up to the Pride\u2019s home football game under the lights. From October 22-25, the boys had the opportunity to participate in themed dress-down days, a spikeball tournament, free throw contest, dodgeball tournament, bonfire, and more. \u201cIt\u2019s a great way to get the boys excited and switch up their daily routines,\u201d she shared. \u201cI think everyone had a blast!\u201d<\/p>\n