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50+ Years
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Trinity Valley School: Nurturing Scholars, Leaders, and Global Citizens
Trinity Valley School has been dedicated to holistic education since its founding in 1959. Our mission centers on nurturing students through academic rigor, character development, and global awareness. With a faculty committed to personalized learning, we offer programs like the Trojan Outdoor Experience and Global Education initiatives that foster resilience, cultural understanding, and intellectual curiosity.Our graduates emerge prepared for college and life, equipped with critical thinking skills and ethical decision-making frameworks. As a leader in PK-12 education, we maintain a campus culture that values diversity, innovation, and lifelong learning. Our community partnerships and alumni network spanning decades attest to our enduring impact on students' personal and professional trajectories.
Services
Lower School
Middle School
Upper School
Global Education
Trojan Outdoor Experience
Details
- Year established: 1959
Highlights and features
- We offer a 60+ year legacy of academic excellence in PK-12 education
- Our Global Education Program includes international exchanges and cultural immersion
- Trojan Outdoor Experience develops leadership through wilderness expeditions
- College preparatory curriculum with 100% college acceptance rate
- Diverse community serving students from 20+ countries and 50+ zip codes
What people say
Life-changing cultural immersion
Supportive faculty mentorship
Unmatched outdoor leadership
College-ready curriculum
Inclusive community
Services
Lower School
Our Lower School program serves pre-kindergarten through 5th grade, focusing on foundational academic skills and character development. Through small class sizes and specialized instruction, we cultivate curiosity and creativity while maintaining rigorous educational standards. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, collaborative learning, and early exposure to global perspectives through age-appropriate activities.
Middle School
The Middle School division for grades 6-8 bridges elementary and high school with a balanced approach to academic challenge and personal growth. Our program develops analytical thinking through STEM, humanities, and arts integration while maintaining social-emotional support during critical adolescent years. Elective courses and extracurricular activities encourage exploration of diverse interests.
Upper School
Our college preparatory Upper School for grades 9-12 combines advanced academics with leadership development. Students engage in AP courses, independent research projects, and specialized electives while participating in competitive athletics and award-winning arts programs. The college counseling team maintains a 100% college acceptance rate with personalized guidance throughout the application process.
Global Education Program
This comprehensive program offers virtual and in-person exchanges across 15+ countries, preparing students for global citizenship. Through cultural immersion experiences, language study, and technology-enhanced collaboration, participants develop cross-cultural communication skills and international awareness while maintaining academic rigor aligned with core curriculum standards.
Trojan Outdoor Experience
For over 50 years, our experiential learning program has built resilience through wilderness expeditions and team-building challenges. Students develop leadership skills through high ropes courses, archaeological studies, and environmental stewardship projects while learning risk management and collaborative problem-solving in natural settings.
People
Ben Courchesne
Head of School
Ben Courchesne leads Trinity Valley School with 25+ years of educational leadership experience. A graduate of the University of Virginia and Harvard Graduate School of Education, he champions holistic learning and community engagement while maintaining the school's founding vision of academic excellence and character development.
Amy G. Adkins
Chief Advancement Officer
Amy Adkins brings 25+ years of philanthropy leadership to TVS, previously directing $95M+ foundation assets at Baylor Scott & White. An MBA and Certified Fund Raising Executive, she specializes in strategic campaign planning and community engagement to support educational innovation and financial accessibility.
Eileen Ford
Interim Assistant Head of School
Eileen Ford oversees technology and innovation initiatives with 20+ years of experience in educational leadership. Her expertise in digital transformation and curriculum integration supports TVS's mission to prepare students for a technology-driven world while maintaining core educational values.
Brandon Palomo
Director of Athletics
Brandon Palomo leads the athletic department with a focus on character development through sports. A former collegiate athlete, he emphasizes sportsmanship and teamwork while overseeing 20+ varsity programs that have earned multiple state championships and academic athlete awards.
Marcy Roten
Arts Department Chair
Marcy Roten directs the award-winning arts program with 30+ years of experience in visual and performing arts education. A graduate of Juilliard and TCU, she has expanded arts access across all divisions while maintaining rigorous standards that prepare students for top conservatories and arts programs nationwide.
Questions
What grades does Trinity Valley School serve?
We provide education from pre-kindergarten (PK) through 12th grade in three divisions: Lower School (PK-5), Middle School (6-8), and Upper School (9-12).
Is financial aid available?
Yes, we offer need-based financial aid and scholarships. Last year, 40% of students received over $3.2 million in assistance through our commitment to socioeconomic diversity.
What international programs do you offer?
Our Global Education Program includes exchanges with partner schools in 12 countries, virtual collaborations, and faculty-led summer programs in Europe, Asia, and Latin America for cultural immersion experiences.
What outdoor education opportunities exist?
The Trojan Outdoor Experience offers grade-level expeditions, high ropes courses, environmental stewardship projects, and leadership training through wilderness challenges for students in grades 6-12.
How does the school support college preparation?
Our college counseling team provides personalized guidance from 9th grade onward, maintaining a 100% college acceptance rate with recent graduates attending top institutions like Ivy League schools and specialized arts programs.
What arts programs are available?
We offer comprehensive visual arts, music, theatre, and dance programs with AP courses, studio instruction, and performance opportunities. Our students regularly win regional competitions and gain admission to prestigious arts colleges.
