I have gone to this school for nine years and i would have chosen no other way
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Posted by a student on 11/03/08
This school balances the Christian principles of love with the common sense respect and discipline nurtured in family life. Superior academics, music, art, theatre and sports programs combine with robust Girl and Cub Scout programs to enrich the student grade by grade. Right from the first day of full
... Read more day kindergarten, these students receive top notch, caring and experienced teaching -- about academics, respect, self control and teamwork. What an honor and privilege to have such a dynamite, vibrant parent and teacher community in Wallingford. Every teacher and the principal have an open door policy. From my weekly check-in email to my occasional note to a requested conference, not only was I warmly received, but regularly updated on good and not so good progress with my children's issues. The school's diversity in race and religion accentuates this wonderful culture. This is a 5 star school in a 1 star world! Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/20/08
Holy Trinity School excels as a private elementary school. The principal and faculty strive to create a positive learning environment, encouraging respect for self, others, and the global community. Teachers provide extra help as needed, and an open line of communication with parents. An advanced
... Read more math program is provided, along with a state-of-the-art technology program, allowing for a technology-integrated curriculum. Enrichment programs include art, music and an instrumental band. The sports program includes cheerleading, boys' and girls' basketball, boys' baseball, girls' softball, and coed-soccer. In 2007, our boys' varsity basketball team won the Archdiocese of Hartford championship and went on to the Regionals in Boston. In 2008, our girls' junior varsity and varsity teams both won the Archdiocese of Hartford championships and have also moved on to compete in Boston. Overall, the graduates of Holy Trinity School receive a well-rounded education which serves them well in high school and beyond. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/04/08
I am a parent as well as an alumni of Holy Trinity School, and have had a wonderful experience with the community, teachers, and principal for the past 12 years. My daughter graduated 3 years ago and has excelled in both Math and English thanks to the advanced programs at HTS. My son will graduate
... Read more this year and has truly benefited from his 9 years at the school. He is becoming a fine young man and this is due in part to the schools commitment to family, community and spiritual values. The extracurricular programs are great! Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/03/06
Every year Holy Trinity kids top the salutorian and valedictorian and area high school honor rolls. Where else can you combine moral values, dedicated teachers and principal, technology and superior team sport talents these days? Look no where else- three generations of my family and our whole neighborhood
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Posted by a parent on 09/21/06
This school was a disappointment. I had one child there for 4 years and another for 1. My son made the following comment,'The problem with Holy Trinity is that they do not care if you say prayers from the heart only that you memorize all the words.' The teachers are mediocre at best. Communication
... Read more is lacking. There are no enrichment activities. The kindergarten program leaves children behind the public schools in reading entering 1st grade. Most work is not teacher directed. Teachers lack the ability to control their classes so they yell. The administration is willing to ignore large bullying problems. My children were not being bullied but it is an overall problem. I expected from a Catholic school that the uniqueness and value of each child would be encouraged. The school has a very narrow box it wants all students to fit. They destroy self esteem if you don't fit. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/21/06
Outstanding academics paired with a vibrant commitment to bring Christ's teachings to life in the classroom, at home and in the broader community. Joining the HTS family is a gift that will benefit your children years after they've graduated. A fun, happy, wonderful place to grow up in body, mind and
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Posted by a parent on 09/28/05
The school is a wonderful family community. The children build life long friendships and every student is treated on an individual basis, not just as a number. I have four children in attendance and I absolutely love the school.
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Wallingford schools — Holy Trinity School is located at 11 N Whittlesey Ave, Wallingford CT 06492. 11 N Whittlesey Ave is in the 06492 ZIP code in Wallingford, CT The school district for Holy Trinity School is the Archdiocese Of Hartford Education Off. Holy Trinity School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels K - 8.
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