www.trinityrocks.com

MEN OF FAITHMEN OF FAITHMEN OF CHARACTERMEN OF CHARACTER

@Trinity is a Catholic, College-Preparatory High School,

Forming Men of Faith and Men of Character

A Trinity education prepares young men to be great, while nurturing the individual greatness found within each of them.

As a Catholic High School, Trinity also takes great pride in helping each student develop a deep sense of faith and of living to a higher standard. As a constant part of the campus experience, the Catholic culture found

at Trinity forms a foundation for the development of responsible, compassionate and benevolent men with strong moral values.

TRINITYTRINITY 4011 Shelbyville RoadLouisville, Kentucky 40207502-893-ROCKtrinityrocks.comH I G H S C H O O L

Follow us on twitter @GoRocksor on instagram @thsrocks

Like us at facebook.com/TrinityHighSchool

Campus Ministry Sports MinistryFour-Year Retreat Program Fostering Catholic Values Prayer and Worship One-on-One MentoringService and Justice Virtues of the WeekCharacter Development Nurturing RelationshipsTheological Instruction Catholic Identity in Athletics

Important Admissions Contacts

Mr. James TorraDirector of Admissions

502-736-2120 or torra@trinityrocks.com

Mr. Ryan McCauley Admissions

502-736-2119 or mccauley@trinityrocks.com

Ms. Melanie HughesAdmissions

502-736-2109 or hughes@trinityrocks.com

Important Admissions Events

Trinity “T” Times – Parent Info Sessions 8:15 a.m. or 7 p.m. throughout the fall

Shadowing for eighth-graders begins on Sept. 9

Open House Sunday, Nov. 8 from 1 - 5 p.m.

Placement Test for eighth-graders Saturday, Dec. 12 at 9 a.m.

For more information about these eventsand more, visit trinityrocks.com

Who We AreWho We AreWe are the most

academically-diverse private high school in

the community, educating students from all academic

backgrounds.

We are a welcoming

Catholic community.

We live in Jefferson and

11 surrounding counties.

We arrive at Trinity from 70

different schools each year.

More than2 out of 5

students receive tuition

assistance.

We are racially and

ethnically diverse with 16% of us being students

of color.

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We area school of

innovation.

We are oneTrinity

FAMILY.

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By the time your son enters as a freshman, we will have recently invested just under $40 million dollars in our St. Matthews campus. What he will enjoy is remarkable.

Trinity GreaTnessTrinity GreaTness

• Modern, clean, bright, technology-filled classrooms with ample wireless capability.• Eight science labs, plus an outdoor classroom.• A new S.T.E.M. (Science Technology Engineering Math) lab.• Six computer labs.• A new College and Career Counseling suite with two full-time counselors.• Updated Student Affairs office and nurses station.• A new library-media center with an expanded book collection and robust online resources.• A new technology center brimming with equipment, including for our robotics program.• Dedicated spaces for art, music, drama, print journalism and a TV studio.• Six courtyards like those found on college campuses.• Athletic stadiums and support facilities, like a new weight room, and a new premiere baseball stadium, that rival those found at small colleges.• New locker rooms for football, soccer, lacrosse and wrestling teams.• Plenty of parking made possible by property acquisition.

What Makes Us UniqueWhat Makes Us Unique

Two Unique Facets of TrinityTwo powerful features of Trinity are our Block Schedule and House System. Both provide numerous advantages to our students.

Block Schedule• Prepares students for the college learning process• Gives students more time to interact with classroom technology• Gives students more time to take the elective classes they desire• Provides more time for classes that can make them more successful in college, in their career and in life• Offers more Advanced Placement classes• Makes Freshman Success and Senior Capstone classes available to ease the transition into high school and college

House System• Eases the transition into high school• Allows students to run for leadership positions within the Student Government• Provides access to friends and mentors• Gives each student a strong social foundation• Helps ensure 100% participation in extracurricular activities and friendly competitions• Encourages charitable works and service opportunities• Allows students to have FUN!

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A Sample Freshman ScheduleA Sample Freshman Schedule

1. Block encourages innovation and deeper learning.Classes are taught at the right pace: teachers present a concept, students actively do something to learn the concept and then teachers reinforce the concept. Research shows this is the most successful way to learn and is best suited for young men. Because students and teachers have more time together when they meet, creative lessons demanding critical thinking skills have become the norm. This type of learning can’t be done in 45 minutes. Hands-on activities = deeper learning.

2. Block means more rigor, which means higher standardized test scores and better preparation. Trinity requires more courses to graduate than any other high school in Kentucky. Since moving to block scheduling, our students’ achievement has risen. Recent graduating classes have set school records for composite ACT score and merit scholarship earnings. High test scores = acceptance to more colleges + merit scholarships + demonstrated preparation for college. Students also have greater access to elective classes in music, art, journalism, information technology and the humanities. Many of our students take a fifth year of science, math and world languages.

3. Block better prepares students to be better organized for college. A student’s class schedule is like college. He learns how to organize his studying and do long term projects. Doing homework for 4 classes the next day is more reasonable than preparing for 6 or 7 classes. More time to learn the concept and more time to do homework = higher student achievement. Block allows us to have 3 advising periods each week when students meet with a teacher/advisor in small groups. It is time to go seek help from a teacher, make-up a test if absent, or visit the library, technology center or lab.

4. We are enjoying record low average class sizes and more individualized attention for every student.Our teachers see on average only 60 students per day. Fewer students each day = more individual attention. Freshmen take a class that successfully launches them into high school, both academically and socially. Seniors take a course that readies them for the move to greater independence once high school concludes. A more holistic approach = better balanced young men.

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Reasons Why We Know “Block” Is Best

Block ScheduleBlock Schedule

Our Graduation RequirementsTrinity’s credit requirements exceed the Commonwealth ofKentucky’s pre-college curriculum. Students generate a finaltranscript that shows rigor and a variety of coursework bycareful selection of additional electives and maximizing creditopportunities, exactly what colleges want to see.

AREA OF STUDY REQUIRED CREDITSSocial Studies 4English 4Mathematics 4Science 4Theology 4World Languages 2Physical Education/Health 1.5Fine Arts/Humanities 1Communication Skills 0.5Business & Technology 1ACT/PSAT Prep Course 1Freshman Success Course 0.5Senior Capstone Course 0.5Additional Electives 2Minimum Credits Required for Graduation 30

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Trinity’s Learning Support ProgramWe create a learning environment which meets the needs of all our students. The depth and variation of support provided to our students allows Trinity to serve the most academically diverse student body of any other private school in town.

Rock The HouseRock The House

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House SystemHouse System

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Our House System helps students build even closer relationships and experience a deeper sense of belonging very quickly. Every student is randomly assigned to one of our 10 Houses, placing students into smaller communities to increase opportunities for student leadership and adult mentoring. Students remain in the same House for their four years and each House is comprised of freshmen through seniors and students of all academic levels. Throughout the year, Houses compete in a variety of contests and competitions to encourage unity and pride. The House System also encompasses student government at Trinity. Student representatives from each House form a vibrant and responsive student government comprising 90 students who are elected by peers to serve each year. The benefits of Trinity’s House System are endless.

Trinity’s House System:• Has been studied and imitated by high schools across the country• Provides each student with a sense of belonging• Provides access to friends and mentors• Encourages engagement in school activities• Helps students transition into high school and find their niche• Allows students to have FUN!

Additionally, these activities are also available as classes, thus earning students academic credit:

• ECHO Newspaper Mr. Lococo• Robotics Ms. Mason• Speech & Debate Ms. Zuccaro

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A C A D E M I C • ACE Mentoring Program Mr. Chittissery-Mathai• Beta Club Mr. Aberli and Mr. Koopman• Future Problem Solving Mr. Jones• German National Honor Society Mr. Hurt• Governor’s Cup Teams Mr. Amick• Governor’s Scholars Mr. Diehl• Math League Team Mr. Rand• Math Honor Society (Mu Alpha Theta) Ms. Givens• National Honor Society Ms. deGolian and Ms. Waford• Quick Recall League Mr. Amick• Rho Kappa (Social Studies Honors Society) Mr. Napper• Spanish National Honor Society Mr. Cuenca• STEM Club Mr. Hammer

A T H L E T I C • Archery Mr. Saxton• Barbell Club Mr. Saxton• Baseball Mr. Saxton• Basketball Mr. Szabo• Bass Fishing Mr. Saxton• Bowling League Ms. Darby• Bowling Mr. Saxton• Cheerleading Ms. Meyer• Cricket Club Mr. Chittissery-Mathai• Cross Country Mr. Kannapel• E-Sports Mr. Sobczyk• Football Mr. Beatty• Golf Mr. Saxton• Ice Hockey Mr. Saxton• Intramurals Mr. Backes• Lacrosse Mr. Schroeder• Rock Climbing Club Mr. Hammer and Mr. Serochi• Rugby Mr. Saxton• Ski & Snow Boarding Club Mr. Budniak and Mr. Jones• Soccer Mr. Helfrich• Swimming & Diving Mr. Kraus• Table Tennis Club Mr. Chittissery-Mathai• Tennis Mr. Hull• Track & Field Mr. Holzknecht• Ultimate Frisbee Mr. Backes• Volleyball Mr. Saxton • Wrestling Mr. Saxton

2020-21 Clubs and Activities Making New Friends Has Never Been Easier

For additional information about student life at Trinity, contact Mr. Adam Klein, director of activities, at (502) 736-8230 or klein@trinityrocks.com.

Check out just some of the clubs and contacts to find where YOU belong.

Extra-Curricular ActivitiesExtra-Curricular Activities

A R T S • Axiom Literary Magazine Mr. Seng• Governor’s School for the Arts Mr. Diehl• Literary Book Club Mr. Schum• Photography Club Mr. Serochi• Speech and Debate Team Ms. Zuccaro

J U S T F O R F U N • Comedy Club Mr. Jones• Culinary Club Ms. Hall and Ms. Kiefer• Drum Line Mr. Mata• Dungeons & Dragons Club Mr. Greenwell• Film Club Mr. Harris and Mr. Seng• Guitar Club Mr. Daniel• Pep Club Mr. Domzalski and Ms. deGolian• Robotics Club Mr. Hammer and Ms. Mason• Tim’s Flying Club Mr. Chittissery-Mathai• Ultimate Uno Club Dr. Zoeller• Video Gaming Club Mr. Sobczyk

S P E C I A L I N T E R E S T • Best Buddies Club Mr. Blakeslee• Car Club Mr. Hammer• Chess Club Mr. Kusch• Chinese Club Ms. Dong• Electronics Club Mr. Chittissery-Mathai• Environmental Club Mr. Amick and Mr. Budniak• Fellowship of Christian Athletes Mr. Carpenter• French Club Mr. Wilson• Future Business Leaders of America Club Ms. Comstock and Mr. Perkins• German Club Mr. Hurt• Green Cross Club Mr. Budniak• Inner Peace Club Mr. Schum• Investment Club Mr. Schroeder• Joseph of Arimathea Society Mr. Domzalski and Ms. deGolian• Kentucky United Nations Assembly (KUNA) Mr. Mata and Mr. Serrano• Kung Fu Club Mr. Baldwin• Saints Peter and Paul Society Mr. Magre and Mr. Schum• Senior Flag Corps Ms. Mason• Spanish Club Mr. Cuenca• Student Government Mr. Waggoner or your House Director

• Trinity Jazz Band and Hand Bell Choir Mr. Ross• Trinity Singers Mr. Ross• Trinity Theatre Ms. Durbin and Ms. Reedy• The Shamrock Yearbook Mr. Lococo

A guide to student life at Trinity.With more than 100 clubs, activities, athletic teams, intramurals and House activities, you’re sure to find a group of friends that share the same interests as you.

Each year, students find exciting offerings to join – some new, some old, some about things that you never knew existed. The list is always changing, and if you can’t find anything that interests you, get a faculty advisor and start your own club. That’s the thing about Trinity – you can always find your place.

Trinity also offers a strong and vibrant athletics program with more than 20 different sports to choose from. Each season there is at least one no-cut sport for students to participate in and most are offered at three levels – freshman, JV and varsity. Students are also invited to participate in our athletic programs as managers, support staff or assistant athletic trainers.

How Rocks RollHow Rocks Roll

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The World Is Our ClassroomThe World Is Our Classroom

In addition to receiving a world class education at Trinity, our students have access to locations all over the world. Our students regularly engage in research trips, study abroad, participate in mission trips and enjoy summer travel to other countries during their four years at Trinity. These real-life experiences bring learning to life and provide experiences that will last a lifetime. The possibilities to learn at Trinity are endless!

Our students have the ability to:• Climb a volcano in a Costa Rican rain forest• Study in Europe, Ireland and South America as an exchange student• Build homes in Africa• Participate in mission and service trips• Enjoy summer travel to other countries

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S.T.E.M.S.T.E.M.

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Science. Technology. Engineering. Mathematics.Our STEM classes and clubs allow students to learn through hands-on, interactive classes and real-life experiences. Students design, test, and learn while engaging in fun activities in our STEM lab which is filled with various tools including 3-D printers and a laser cutter. This cross-curricular learning helps students develop critical problem-solving skills preparing them for jobs in the future that don’t even exist yet.

Our STEM classes and clubs include the following:• Engineering and Design• Aerospace Science• Principles of Engineering• Graphic Design• 3-D and Computer Aided Design• Mobile Robotics• Advanced Web Design• STEM Club• ACE Mentoring• And more…..

What We AchieveWhat We Achieve

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Class of 2020was offered over

$30 millionin college

scholarships.

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APEXAMS

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NationalMerit

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Block Scheduling = GreaT results!When comparing our student’s academic success before and after block scheduling the results are resounding. Recent graduates who enjoyed a full four-year experience in block scheduling far exceed the academic results of fellow alumni who learned in our old 8-period schedule. The increased academic rigor, flexibility in scheduling, and hands-on learning of block scheduling allows them to achieve these record results.

The Trinity Class of 2020 is further evidence of the academic success block scheduling has brought with it. They earned over $30 million in college scholarships, gained acceptance to more than 140 colleges and universities, and contributed to the 570 AP Exams taken. In addition, when combined with the last four graduating classes, Trinity students earned more National Merit recognition than any other private school in the state of Kentucky. Block Scheduling = Results!

The Class of 2020 was accepted at more than 140 colleges and universities.Notable colleges and universities include:• American University• Cal Tech• Centre College• Clemson University• Embry Riddle University• Northeastern University• Purdue University• The Citadel Military Academy• United States Naval Academy• University of Michigan• University of Notre Dame• University of Pennsylvania • Wake Forest University• Washington University-St. Louis

Call James Torra, Director of Admissions at 736-2120 to learn more.Call James Torra, Director of Admissions at 736-2120 to learn more.

Dollar Value of College Merit Scholarship OffersDollar Value of College Merit Scholarship Offers(Does not include KEES money or Financial Aid offers)(Does not include KEES money or Financial Aid offers)

Over the lastfive years we have

had 70 studentsrecognized by the

National MeritCorporation.

We areaccepted at nearly150 colleges and

universitieseach year.

Our students took more than 570 AP exams in the 2019-20

school year.

Important Admissions Contacts

Mr. James TorraDirector of Admissions

502-736-2120 or torra@trinityrocks.com

Mr. Ryan McCauley Admissions

502-736-2119 or mccauley@trinityrocks.com

Ms. Melanie HughesAdmissions

502-736-2109 or hughes@trinityrocks.com

Important Admissions Events

Trinity “T” Times – Parent Info Sessions 8:15 a.m. or 7 p.m. throughout the fall

Shadowing for eighth-graders begins on Sept. 9

Open House Sunday, Nov. 8 from 1 - 5 p.m.

Placement Test for eighth-graders Saturday, Dec. 12 at 9 a.m.

For more information about these eventsand more, visit trinityrocks.com

www.trinityrocks.com

MEN OF FAITHMEN OF FAITHMEN OF CHARACTERMEN OF CHARACTER

@Trinity is a Catholic, College-Preparatory High School,

Forming Men of Faith and Men of Character

A Trinity education prepares young men to be great, while nurturing the individual greatness found within each of them.

As a Catholic High School, Trinity also takes great pride in helping each student develop a deep sense of faith and of living to a higher standard. As a constant part of the campus experience, the Catholic culture found

at Trinity forms a foundation for the development of responsible, compassionate and benevolent men with strong moral values.

TRINITYTRINITY 4011 Shelbyville RoadLouisville, Kentucky 40207502-893-ROCKtrinityrocks.comH I G H S C H O O L

Follow us on twitter @GoRocksor on instagram @thsrocks

Like us at facebook.com/TrinityHighSchool

Campus Ministry Sports MinistryFour-Year Retreat Program Fostering Catholic Values Prayer and Worship One-on-One MentoringService and Justice Virtues of the WeekCharacter Development Nurturing RelationshipsTheological Instruction Catholic Identity in Athletics