Extended Care
Children enrolled in the 3 and 4 year old classes may participate in this program, which is offered Monday through Friday from noon to 3pm.
Children are also welcome to participate on days other than their regular school days if space permits.

Extended Care is held in the nursery school area of the church building. Children will have quiet time/naps, music and a variety of play activities under the supervision of qualified staff. The child/staff ratio is up to 7:1. Trinity is liscensed for up to 14 children to attend Extended Care daily.

Monthly Regular Rate:
1 day/wk = $100.00
2 days/wk = $200.00
3 days/wk = $300.00
(Drop-in rate at $30.00 daily)


Marianne Perata (Lead Extended Care Teacher): Marianne teaches the T/Th3s class and manages Trinity's Extended Care Program. She also works part-time as a flight attendant for Delta Airlines (flying weekends and all-nighters) and as a teacher's aide at St Charles School. After graduating from Holy Names College with a history major and psychology minor, she decided to stay in the climate-perfect Bay Area. She loves living in San Carlos in the home designed and built by her husband Steve. They have two children, Kyle and Kerrie. She thanks you for giving her the opportunity to spend the afternoons with your darling children. Extended Care is off to another great year!

Jill Saccoman: Jill has worked with children off and on over the past several years and enjoys watching children grow and become amazing individuals. "It's exciting for me to be a part of TPNS and have the opportunity to add a little more love to each and every child. I feel honored and blessed to be able to take care of your children and watch them grow." Jill is married to Neil, with two amazing children of her own: Melissa and Matthew. She looks forward to getting to know all of you and your children throughout the year. "Thank you for giving me the opportunity to be a part of TPNS and make a difference."

Karen Pratt: Karen has been a part of the Trinity family since 2004, starting as a co-oping parent. Not only was co-oping at Trinity a priority in Karen's schedule, but enthusiastic participation with Trinity's fundraisers has played a huge part in her involvement. Being at the right place at the right time furthered her involvement when she enthusiastically applied (and was hired!!!!) to teach. Karen always looks forward to immersing herself in the Trinity philosophy and curriculum. Another huge perk....working with and learning from the wonderful Trinity staff, parents AND children. In Karen's free-time she enjoys spending time with her family, dancing, renting movies and trying out new restaurants. Italian food.....A FAVE!

Marina Velichko: With over ten years of experience and a Degree in Early Childhood Education, Marina is determined that teaching at Trinity is her calling. She loves to spend time with children and sharing special moments with them. Marina lives in San Carlos with her husband Mike and their children Kevin, Brianna and Karina, who is attending Trinity as well. During her free time she loves to garden, ride bikes and spend time with her family. "I feel blessed and honored to be surrounded by your little treasures and it's my privilege to teach and learn with them!"

Erin Gruman: Erin's parents met and got married here at Trinity and she was baptized and raised here. Erin also attended Trinity Nursery School where her father helped plan and design the front play yard. Erin took an active role in the Trinity church child care programs as soon as she was able to in 1992 and has been with it ever since. Today she's one of the Trinity church's adult child care providers. Now Erin works part time with the Trinity Nursery School Extended Care Program and has loved meeting a whole new set of Trinity kids. Erin also works as a hairdresser in Menlo Park and in her spare time loves spending time with her family and friends, reading, watching movies and loves road trips.

Shannon Barbara: Shannon grew up in San Carlos and attended St. Charles School and Notre Dame, Belmont before heading off to St. Mary's College of California, where she graduated from in the Spring of 2009. She has always had a love for children and currently volunteers at St. Charles Church, where she helps with the Confirmation program. She also works for a locally based independent movie production company. In her spare time, Shannon enjoys spending time with friends, traveling, and watching old movies at the Stanford Theatre. She is thrilled to be a part of the wonderful TPNS community!