Trinity Christian School (Fairfax, Virginia)
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| Type | Private |
| Motto | "Pursuing Excellence for the Mind & Heart" We thank vets |
| Established | 1987 |
| Headmaster | Dr. David Vanderpoel |
| Faculty | 83 faculty (35 holding Master's degrees, and 4 PhD's) |
| Number of students | over 680 students (K through 12th) |
| Mascot | Gryphon [a lion with the head and wings of an eagle] |
| Website | www |
Trinity Christian School is a K-12, independent Christian school centrally located in Fairfax County, serving all of Northern Virginia.
Brief history
In 1987 the vestry of Truro voted unanimously to found Trinity Christian School, with Dr. J.C. Lasmanis named as its first headmaster. Trinity opened its doors to a total of forty-one students from first through third grade, taught by three faculty members in classrooms provided by Truro.
In 1990 Dr. Jim Beavers took over the reins as headmaster. During Mr. Beavers' time in office: a 4th and 5th grade were added, a middle and upper school were established, enrollment greatly increased, and the faculty grew. Eventually the school spread to encompass four different campuses in and throughout Fairfax county.
In 2001 Trinity named a new headmaster, Dr. Todd Williams, and graduated its first senior class. By this time fifty faculty members served over four hundred students on Trinity's four campuses. Although there had been many advantages for the school in growing so quickly, unity between the different campuses was becoming a problem. Shortly after taking office Dr. Williams made it a top priority to unite all the students onto one main campus. After two years of hard fundraising Trinity proudly opened the doors to its new 25 acre campus facility, located in Fairfax off of Braddock Road next to George Mason University. The new building included a state of the art computer lab, two custom made art rooms, a practice gymnasium, and a science lab. All classes were moved to the new campus.
In 2005 Dr. Williams resigned as Trinity's headmaster to accept the vice-presidency of Cairn University (then Philadelphia Biblical University). After much deliberation, the Trinity Christian board of trustees appointed then-teacher Dr. David Vanderpoel as the school’s fourth headmaster. Since taking office, Dr. Vanderpoel has overseen the construction of a second building complete with a gymnasium [stadium seating for 900 and a large stage], a new weight room, a performing arts wing, two science labs, and a kindergarten.
In 2012, Trinity Christian School was awarded accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS-CASI), an accreditation division of AdvancED.
From its modest beginnings in 1987— with forty-one students in grades first through third, three faculty members, and a couple of spare classrooms— Trinity has grown tremendously. Today, Trinity Christian School claims an enrollment of over 680 students in grades K through twelve, 83 faculty members (over 40% holding advanced degrees), and 92,000 sq/ft of buildings (totaling $30 million) on a 25-acre campus.[1]
School profile
Alumni
Over 500 alumni since 2001
96% of Trinity's graduates are college-bound
$3,040,000 in Scholarships to Class of 2012
SAT Average Score (Class of 2014): 1848 (96 students tested)
ACT Average (Class of 2014): 27 (41 students tested)
Academics
Trinity offers a rigorous academic program that integrates the Bible.
National Merit Scholars:
- 59 Commended
- 20 Finalists (2002–2015)
AP Classes: Calculus, Chemistry, Computer Science, English Literature, Environmental Science, European History, Spanish Language, Music Theory, Physics 1: Algebra-based, Physics 2: Algebra-based, Statistics, Studio Art: 2-D Design, Studio Art: Drawing & Painting, United States Government, United States History
Honors Classes: Algebra I, Algebra II w/Trig, American Literature, Biology, British Literature, Chemistry, Choral Ensemble, Geometry, Research, Writing, and Rhetoric, Latin 4, Physics: Algebra-based, Precalculus, Spanish 4
Enrollment
Over 680 students
52% girls, 48% boys
Athletic Teams
| Girls | Boys |
|---|---|
| Cross country | Cross country |
| Swimming | Swimming |
| Cheerleading | |
| Basketball | Basketball |
| Cross country | Cross country |
| Lacrosse | Lacrosse |
| Soccer | Soccer |
| Tennis | Tennis |
| Track | Track |
| Volleyball | Baseball |
| Golf | Golf |
| Softball |
Athletics
Trinity competes in the Delaney Athletic Conference (DAC). Recent honors include:
- Varsity Boys Cross Country: Conference Champions in 2013, 2014, 2015; State Runners-up in 2015
- Varsity Girls Cross Country: Conference Champions in 2013, 2014, 2015
- Varsity Girls Soccer: Conference Champions in 2014
- Varsity Boys Lacrosse: Conference Champions in 2014, 2015
- Varsity Co-Ed Golf: Conference Champions in 2015
Varsity Coed Track: Honorable Mention at States in boys 4 × 800 m relay
Traditions
Traditions include an annual homecoming dance, homecoming game, homecoming week (during which each upper school class competes in fun contests), upper school coffee house (basically talent show), junior mid-course celebration, middle school talent show, dodge ball tournament, spring art show, and Grandfriends Day (an event honoring the generation of the student's grandparents) among other events.
Performing Arts
- LS/US Chorus
- Beginning/Intermediate/Advanced Band
- Jazz band
- Beginning 1 and 2 Strings after school
- Intermediate/Advanced String Ensemble
- Honors Chamber Strings
- Theater Arts 1 and 2
- Upper School drama productions
- Yearbook
- Honors Jazz Ensemble
TCS Student Clubs
- Cinematography Club
- Fellowship of Christian Athletes
- International Club
- Latin Club
- Spanish Club
Student Government Assosciation
TCS Memberships
- AdvancED (TCS is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS-CASI), an accreditation division of AdvancED.
- ACSI - Association of Christian Schools International
- ECFA - Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability
- DAC - Delaney Athletic Athletic Conference
- VCPE - Virginia Council for Private Education
- FCCC - Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce
References
- Trinity Christian School, Fairfax, VA. http://www.tcsfairfax.org/