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Who should attend Trinity? Trinity is for families that desire an excellent Christian high school education for their sons or daughters.
Is Trinity accredited? Yes, Trinity is accredited through the State of Indiana, the North Central Association, and National Lutheran Schools.
What courses are offered at Trinity? Besides regular courses required by the state, Trinity also offers a variety of elective, dual credit, and AP (advanced placement) courses. For a complete list of courses, contact the Recruitment Director at 1-812-524-8547 or toll free at 866-524-8547.
Does Trinity prepare students for college? Classroom instruction is excellent at Trinity. Both challenging and nurturing, teachers prepare students on an individual basis for the challenges of college and life. Teachers have high expectations for their students and assist them in their quest for future success and service to their community and world.
Does Trinity offer financial aid and scholarships? Yes, Trinity offers need-based financial aid. The application form can be requested through our office or completed online at our website. After the application is sent to FAIR, a reputable company that evaluates the level of each family’s need, Trinity is notified confidentially. A variety of scholarships are also offered, and students are made aware of them as they become available. Trinity also recommends that you speak to your home congregation to discover if any additional scholarships are offered at the congregational level.
How much does it cost to attend Trinity? For the 2010-2011 school year tuition will be $5,900 for one student. Additional family members receive a reduced rate. However, students who are members of one of our sixteen member congregations receive a $1,300 discount, bringing the total to $4,600 for one year of tuition at Trinity. The books and materials fee is $425.
I know Trinity is a Lutheran high school. Does my child have to be Lutheran to attend? Trinity has students who are affiliated with a variety of Christian churches including, Catholic, Baptist, and Nazarene to name a few.
I understand that Theology classes are part of the curriculum at Trinity. Will you try to convert my child in these classes? Though Trinity does teach theology from a Lutheran perspective, Trinity’s purpose in teaching theology is not to make other Christians become Lutheran. Rather, theology classes serve as a foundation for faith development and challenge students to mature in faith as they approach the world with a servant heart. Trinity seeks to share the truth of Jesus Christ and salvation through Him alone in a world that claims there are many ways to salvation.
Which sports are offered at Trinity? Trinity is a member of IHSAA, the state athletic association, and offers a variety of sports. Girls’ sports include volleyball, golf, basketball, cheerleading, softball, and tennis. Boys’ sports consist of tennis, basketball, baseball, and golf. Trinity also offers the following co-ed sports: cross country, soccer, bowling, and track.
Does Trinity have any other extra-curricular activities or clubs? Besides sports, Trinity offers students the opportunity to become involved in pep band, drama, student government, the student ambassador and peer mentor programs, FFA, robotics club and chess club. As our student body grows, opportunities will increase.
Is transportation to Trinity available for my child? What about carpooling? Students who live in the Seymour school district can be transported on their buses. Trinity works with families in other communities to arrange transportation through car pools. Students currently travel from six different counties in south central Indiana. Trinity’s campus is less than thirty minutes from Columbus, Scottsburg, Brownstown, and North Vernon.
How many students will you have next year? Trinity has grown each year since its opening in 2000. For the 2010-2011 school year, we expect over 145 students.
I am interested in sending my child to Trinity Lutheran High School. What do I need to do? Contact the Recruitment Director, Michelle Bauman, at 1-812-524-8547. She will answer any questions you might have, set up a tour of the school, and, if possible, a shadow day for your son or daughter. Should you decide Trinity offers the excellent educational experience you desire, you are invited to fill out an application form and send it to Trinity at the address listed below.
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