Trinity Christian School
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Trinity Christian School is a non-denominational Christian school in Fairfax, Virginia
that provides quality Christian education from grades K through 12.
In 1987 the vestry of Truro voted unanimously to found Trinity Christian School, with Dr. J.C. Lasmanis named as the first headmaster. That fall Trinity opened its doors to students from first to third grade; a total of forty one students taught by three faculty members in classrooms provided by Truro Church.
In 1990 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. So 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 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 that fall.
In 2005 Dr. Williams regretfully resigned as Trinity's headmaster, accepting the presidency of 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 Trinity’s Phase II building project: a second building complete with a gymnasium [stadium seating for 900 and a large stage], a weight room, a fine arts wing, and two state of the art science labs. Most recently a kindergarten has been added to the school.
From its modest beginnings in 1987— with forty-one students in grades one through three, three faculty members, and a couple of spare classrooms— Trinity has grown tremendously. Today Trinity Christian School boasts an enrollment of over 690 students in grades K through twelve, 79 faculty members (with over one-half holding advanced degrees), and 92,000 sq/ft of buildings (totaling $26 million) on a 25.5 acre campus.
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology
, The University of Chicago
, Carnegie Mellon University
, The United States Military Academy
at West Point, The University of Virginia
, The College of William and Mary
, Baylor University
, Vanderbilt University
, Auburn University
, The University of Oklahoma
, Texas Christian University
, Clemson University
, Virginia Tech, The University of Maryland
, The University of Pittsburgh
, Wheaton College (Illinois)
, James Madison University
, Grove City College
, Christopher Newport University
, and George Mason University
.
- 314 alumni since 2001.
- 96% of TCS alumni are college-bound
- Over 160 colleges and universities have sent TCS students acceptance letters.
National Merit Scholars:
- 34 Commended
- 13 Finalists (2002–2010)
54% girls, 46% boys
447 families
Over 130 churches represented
60 different zip codes
MS/Varsity Cross Country
MS/Junior Varsity/Varsity Basketball
MS/Varsity Soccer
Varsity Lacrosse
Varsity Baseball
Girls:
MS/Varsity Cross Country
MS/Varsity Volleyball
MS/Varsity Basketball
MS/Varsity Soccer
MS/Varsity Cheerleading
Varsity Lacrosse
[Last Updated in 2010]
Fairfax, Virginia
The City of Fairfax is an independent city forming an enclave within the confines of Fairfax County, in the Commonwealth of Virginia in the United States. Although politically independent of the surrounding county, the City is nevertheless the county seat....
that provides quality Christian education from grades K through 12.
Brief history
In 1985 a group of parents saw the need for a Christian school in Northern Virginia that was committed to academic excellence and spiritual vitality. Together with the leadership of Truro Episcopal Church, they began to explore the options of founding such an institution.In 1987 the vestry of Truro voted unanimously to found Trinity Christian School, with Dr. J.C. Lasmanis named as the first headmaster. That fall Trinity opened its doors to students from first to third grade; a total of forty one students taught by three faculty members in classrooms provided by Truro Church.
In 1990 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. So 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 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 that fall.
In 2005 Dr. Williams regretfully resigned as Trinity's headmaster, accepting the presidency of 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 Trinity’s Phase II building project: a second building complete with a gymnasium [stadium seating for 900 and a large stage], a weight room, a fine arts wing, and two state of the art science labs. Most recently a kindergarten has been added to the school.
From its modest beginnings in 1987— with forty-one students in grades one through three, three faculty members, and a couple of spare classrooms— Trinity has grown tremendously. Today Trinity Christian School boasts an enrollment of over 690 students in grades K through twelve, 79 faculty members (with over one-half holding advanced degrees), and 92,000 sq/ft of buildings (totaling $26 million) on a 25.5 acre campus.
Alumni
Since its first graduating class of three in 2001, Trinity claims alumni from such schools as:The Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology is a private research university located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. MIT has five schools and one college, containing a total of 32 academic departments, with a strong emphasis on scientific and technological education and research.Founded in 1861 in...
, The University of Chicago
University of Chicago
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, Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon University
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, The United States Military Academy
United States Military Academy
The United States Military Academy at West Point is a four-year coeducational federal service academy located at West Point, New York. The academy sits on scenic high ground overlooking the Hudson River, north of New York City...
at West Point, The University of Virginia
University of Virginia
The University of Virginia is a public research university located in Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, founded by Thomas Jefferson...
, The College of William and Mary
College of William and Mary
The College of William & Mary in Virginia is a public research university located in Williamsburg, Virginia, United States...
, Baylor University
Baylor University
Baylor University is a private, Christian university located in Waco, Texas. Founded in 1845, Baylor is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.-History:...
, Vanderbilt University
Vanderbilt University
Vanderbilt University is a private research university located in Nashville, Tennessee, United States. Founded in 1873, the university is named for shipping and rail magnate "Commodore" Cornelius Vanderbilt, who provided Vanderbilt its initial $1 million endowment despite having never been to the...
, Auburn University
Auburn University
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, The University of Oklahoma
University of Oklahoma
The University of Oklahoma is a coeducational public research university located in Norman, Oklahoma. Founded in 1890, it existed in Oklahoma Territory near Indian Territory for 17 years before the two became the state of Oklahoma. the university had 29,931 students enrolled, most located at its...
, Texas Christian University
Texas Christian University
Texas Christian University is a private, coeducational university located in Fort Worth, Texas, United States and founded in 1873. TCU is affiliated with, but not governed by, the Disciples of Christ...
, Clemson University
Clemson University
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, Virginia Tech, The University of Maryland
University of Maryland
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, The University of Pittsburgh
University of Pittsburgh
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, Wheaton College (Illinois)
Wheaton College (Illinois)
Wheaton College is a private, evangelical Protestant liberal arts college in Wheaton, Illinois, a suburb west of Chicago in the United States...
, James Madison University
James Madison University
James Madison University is a public coeducational research university located in Harrisonburg, Virginia, U.S. Founded in 1908 as the State Normal and Industrial School for Women at Harrisonburg, the university has undergone four name changes before settling with James Madison University...
, Grove City College
Grove City College
Grove City College is a Christian liberal arts college in Grove City, Pennsylvania, about north of Pittsburgh. According to the College Bulletin, its stated three-fold mission is to provide an excellent education at an affordable price in a thoroughly Christian environment...
, Christopher Newport University
Christopher Newport University
Christopher Newport University, or CNU, is a public liberal arts university located in Newport News, Virginia, United States. CNU is the youngest comprehensive university in the Commonwealth of Virginia...
, and George Mason University
George Mason University
George Mason University is a public university based in unincorporated Fairfax County, Virginia, United States, south of and adjacent to the city of Fairfax. Additional campuses are located nearby in Arlington County, Prince William County, and Loudoun County...
.
- 314 alumni since 2001.
- 96% of TCS alumni are college-bound
- Over 160 colleges and universities have sent TCS students acceptance letters.
Academics
Trinity offers a rigorous academic program that includes detailed courses on the Biblical Scriptures (Old Testament and New Testament), Church History, and Christian Apologetics [defending the Christian faith through scripture, history, and reason].National Merit Scholars:
- 34 Commended
- 13 Finalists (2002–2010)
Enrollment
690 students54% girls, 46% boys
447 families
Over 130 churches represented
60 different zip codes
Ethnic Diversity
Approximately 80% of TCS students are White, while 13% are Asian, 5% are African-American, and 2% are Hispanic.Athletic Teams
Boys:MS/Varsity Cross Country
MS/Junior Varsity/Varsity Basketball
MS/Varsity Soccer
Varsity Lacrosse
Varsity Baseball
Girls:
MS/Varsity Cross Country
MS/Varsity Volleyball
MS/Varsity Basketball
MS/Varsity Soccer
MS/Varsity Cheerleading
Varsity Lacrosse
Athletic Honors
Trinity competes in the Northern Virginia Independent Athletic Conference (NVIAC) and has won numerous honors, including:[Last Updated in 2010]
- varsity boys baseball: placed second in 2007, 2008, and 2009; placed first in 2010.
- varsity boys basketball: placed second in 2007; placed third in 2008; placed first in 2010.
- varsity boys soccer: placed second in 2005 and 2007; placed first in 2008 and 2009.
- varsity girls volleyball: placed first in 2005, 2006, 2007, and 2008; placed third in 2009.
- varsity girls basketball: placed second in 2007.
- varsity girls soccer: placed third in 2008; placed third in 2010.
- middle school boys basketball: placed first in 2010.
Traditions
Traditions include an annual homecoming dance, homecoming game, homecoming week (where each grade competes against each other to win "the spirit stick"), an upper school coffeehouse, a middle school talent show, an annual dodgeball tournament, a spring art show, a senior prank, and a junior skit satirizing the newly graduated seniors.TCS Memberships
- ACSIACSIACSI may also refer to:* Acta Chimica Slovenica, a peer-reviewed chemical journal published by the Slovenian Chemical Society* American Customer Satisfaction Index, an economic indicator that measures the satisfaction of consumers across the U.S...
- Association of Christian Schools International - ECFA - Evangelical Council for Financial AccountabilityEvangelical Council for Financial AccountabilityThe Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability is an accreditation agency to promote fiscal integrity and sound financial practices among member organizations. Founded in 1979, it comprises over 2,000 evangelical Christian organizations which qualify for tax-exempt, nonprofit status and...
- NVIAC - Northern Virginia Independent Athletic Conference
- VCPE - Virginia Council for Private Education
- FCCC - Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce