Thriving in Middle School

While middle school years are often viewed negatively due to the increased potential for difficulty and awkwardness in a season of great change, here at Trinity we believe the opportunity afforded to mold and shape students during these transitional years is invaluable. We seek to establish a culture and environment that foster healthy exploration and discovery allowing our students to not only survive but THRIVE as they come to embrace their unique gifts and callings as image-bearers of God.

In addition to finding highly qualified teachers who love Christ and a challenging curriculum that meets or exceeds state standards while being taught through the lens of a biblical worldview, Trinity’s middle school offers unique opportunities for educating, equipping, and empowering our students for the high school years and beyond. Not only will your child experience strategic programs for their academic and social development, the spiritual growth of each student is emphasized through Bible classes, chapel services and discipleship opportunities.

MIDDLE SCHOOL
DISTINCTIVES

House System - A special feature of Trinity’s middle school experience is our house system, which allows students to experience a sense of belonging, camaraderie and healthy competition throughout the school year. Students are placed in one of five houses named, where they are given opportunities to learn and demonstrate healthy character traits for impacting culture positively around them. Houses vie for the distinguished honor of capturing the House Cup at the end of our year-long competition.

Habitudes - Students are exposed to image-based leadership habits that equip them to lead, serve and contribute in meaningful ways as members of our student body. By teaching initiative, service and critical thinking skills, students learn to navigate daily challenges with maturity and responsibility. Our Habitudes leadership curriculum is taught on a weekly basis by one of our trained Habitudes instructors in conjunction with their Bible class curriculum.

Overnight Experiences - We believe in capturing moments with our students that will last for years to come. We see these types of lasting conversations, experiences and memories most often being achieved outside the normal classroom experience. Our middle schoolers are provided with opportunities to venture out into unique learning experiences through our yearly overnight trips.

ACADEMIC ACCOUNTABILITY

Trinity administers the Iowa Test of Basic Skills each spring to grades 2–8. Trinity is accredited through ILCS, SACS, and AdvancED, and is a member of GISA.

COURSES OFFERED

Bible, English, History, Math, Science and Physical Education

ELECTIVES OFFERED

Art, Chorus, Computer Skills, Study Hall, Public Speaking, Spanish, Personal Finance

ATHLETICS

Football, Volleyball, Cheerleading, Cross-Country, Basketball, Baseball, Softball, Soccer, Track & Field, Clay Shooting

For more information, please visit the Athletics website.