Holy Trinity Diocesan High School

Infobox Private School
name = Holy Trinity Diocesan High School


established = 1966
type = Private
religion = Roman Catholic
head_name = Principal
head = Mr. Gene Fennell- Principal
city = Hicksville, US
Number of Students - 1,600campus =
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faculty = 113 Lay and Religious| class =
AP Classes =
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athletics = JV AND VARSITY LEVELS- Baseball,Football,Volleyball,Soccer,Cross Country [http://teacherweb.com/NY/HolyTrinity/CoachMuller/] , Track and Field [http://teacherweb.com/NY/HolyTrinity/CoachMuller/] , Lacrosse, Bowling, Golf, Swimming, Wrestling
colors = Green and White
mascot = Titan
motto = A Special Time, Place and Spirit
homepage = Holy Trinity HS [http://www.holytrinityhs.org] |

Holy Trinity High School is a co-educational learning environment located centrally in Nassau County, NY. Education is based on New York State Education Standards with a strong emphasis on Religious Studies as well. It is operated by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre.

Leadership and Population

"Diocesan Administration-"

*Most Reverend William F. Murphy- Diocesan Bishop
*Sr. Joanne Callahan- Superintendent of Schools
*Dr. Joanne O'Brien- Associate Superintendent of Schools

"High School Administration-"

*Mr. Gene Fennell- Principal
*Mr. Frank Vega- Assistant Principal
*Ms. Kathleen Moran- Assistant Principal [http://holytrinityhs.echalk.com/user_profile_view.aspx?id=091f30ac-232e-11d7-a86d-0002b3b77bcf]
*Mrs. Clare Gohn- Assistant Principal/Dean of Students
*Mr. Patrick McKevitt- Assistant Principal/Dean of Students [http://holytrinityhs.echalk.com/user_profile_view.aspx?id=52edec14-d0a4-453d-8069-62918ae27a9b]

"Campus Ministry-"
*Fr. Gerard Gentleman- Chaplain [http://holytrinityhs.echalk.com/user_profile_view.aspx?id=091f305c-232e-11d7-a86d-0002b3b77bcf&type=DA]
*Sr. Carol Radosti, O.P.- Associate Chaplain [http://holytrinityhs.echalk.com/user_profile_view.aspx?id=091f305d-232e-11d7-a86d-0002b3b77bcf&type=DA]
*Mr. Anthony Muhs- Campus Minister

"Athletics-"
*Mr. Christopher Hardardt- Athletic Director

"Development-"
*Ms. Jennifer Flemming- Director of Institutional Advancement and Alumni Affairs
The student population is approximately 1600 students dispersed across four grade levels (9-12.)
There are approximately 113 Lay and Religious Faculty on campus. [http://holytrinityhs.echalk.com/site_res_view_template.aspx?id=7b23870b-bc00-4ee2-a980-79aedbb521b8]

Mission Statement

*It is the Mission of Holy Trinity High School to be a living witness to the Gospel of Jesus Christ as a community of faith, hope and love in the Roman Catholic tradition. We seek to educate the whole person: mind, heart, soul and body, and to motivate each student in the pursuit of truth and academic excellence, preparing them for future educational opportunities and service to the Church and to the world. Amen.

Academic Program

College preparatory curriculum of "exemplary school" quality offering a wide range of honors and college level courses.

98% of Trinity graduates attend colleges and universities.

HTHS graduates receive millions of dollars in scholarships each year.

Excellent class size.

Caring, professional fully certified teachers give personal attention to each student.

Over 380 computers available to students in networked labs, the library medial center, classrooms, and the Guidance Resource Center; all with Internet access in our fully wired facility.

"Electronic Doorway Library" supporting 27 networked databases, permitting online catalog search, interlibrary loan, and electronic information retrieval available 24 hours/7 days per week.

Individual academic, career, and personal counseling provided by seven full-time Guidance counselors.

Writing instruction in networked computer labs.

Guidance Resource Center utilizing the COIN Career Community electronically links students, high schools and colleges for career and financial aid exploration and direct application for college admission.

Comprehensive Visual Arts Program includes fine art, commercial art, computer graphics, CAD (Computer Aided Drafting) and architectural design.

- State-of-the-Art PASCO Xplorer GLX technology in science classrooms sets new standards in data tagging and develops higher level thinking skills.

- Honors/Regents science courses meet seven periods per week.

- Accredited by Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and the Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York.

- Selected by the U. S. Department of Education as one of the outstanding high schools in the nation.

- New York State Regents curriculum, an objective standard testing students' knowledge in a variety of subject areas. Holy Trinity has Regents exams in the following subject areas:
*Integrated Algebra
*Math B
*Global History and Geography
*US History
*English
*Spanish
*French
*Chemistry
*Biology
*Earth Science
*Physics

Advanced Placement/College Level Courses

Holy Trinity also has a wide variety of AP (Advanced Placement) courses available to students who qualify. Holy Trinity offers the following AP Courses:
*AP World History
*AP US History
*AP Government and Politics
*AP Biology
*AP Chemistry (2008-2009 School Yr.)
*AP Physics B
*AP Calculus AB
*AP English Literature
*AP English Language
*AP Spanish

These classes require rigorous work and studying in preparation for the national AP exam which is held in early May. Many requirements must be met in order to take an AP class. Averages and ability are major components as to whether or not you get into the program.

Holy Trinity offers college courses in which students can earn college credits from St. John's University. Holy Trinity offers the following college-level courses:
*Spanish
*English
*French
*St. John's University Art Program
*Economics

These are College Level courses therefore the amount of work will be on a "college level." Students taking college courses are expected to maintain certain averages and complete all components of the course.

Religion Courses

In addition to a students "core credit classes," each student is required to take 4 years of Religious Education. Classes vary by grade level. The Religion Department offers the following courses:
*Religion 9- The Old Testament
*Religion 10- The New Testament
*Morality 11
*Catholic Theology 11
*Spirtuality 12
*Relating 12
*Psychology and Religion 12
*Sacred Art 12
*World Religions
*Philosophy 12
*Christian Service 12

Clubs

The second half of the school day begins at 2:30 p.m.

*American Scholastic Math Association
*Advertising/Art Club
*Band
*Cartoon Club
*Chess Club
*Chorus
*CHS Math League
*Computer Graphics Club
*Craft Club
*Cross Training (Campus Ministry Youth Group)
*Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
*Foreign Language Honor Societies
*Foreign Travel Groups
*French & Spanish Culture Clubs
*Jazz Band
*Lectors
*Mission Club
*Mock Trial Team
*Music Ministry
*National Honor Society
*NY State Math League
*Photography Club
*The Prism (Literary Journal)
*Science Club
*Social Studies Club
*Stage Crew
*Student Council
*SADD [www.sadd.org]
*Theatre
*Trinity Triangle (Newspaper)
*Tribute (Yearbook)
*Volunteer Club

Catholic Tradition

"You shall love the Lord with all your heart...""
* Education geared to the spiritual needs of adolescents.
* Two full-time Chaplains and a full-time Campus Minister.
* Annual retreats available to all students.
* Helping teens discover and develop the unique gifts that God has given them.

"with all your soul...""

* Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter liturgical celebrations planned by faculty and students.
* Individual class Masses and prayer services.
* Penance services in Advent and Lent.
* Integrating Christian values throughout the curriculum.
* Inviting teens into a community of lived faith.
* After school youth group for faith sharing and catechesis"with all your mind...""

* An outstanding and challenging religious education on all grade levels.
* Courses that explain the past and prepare for the future.
* Encouraging a faith that is alive with personal insight.
* Electives in junior and senior year.
* Certification available as a catechist in the Diocese."with all your strength...""

* Active Campus Ministry Program
* Integrating the tradition of Catholic social teaching
* Senior year community service program
* Service organizations: SADD, Volunteer Club, Library & Health Aides, Environmental Science Club, Lectors, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Music Ministry, Mission Club, National Honor Society

Performing Arts Department

Holy Trinity offers students the opportunity to participate in its nationally recognized performing arts program.
Performing arts courses are electives which fulfill the New York State performing arts requirement. A selection of course offered are:
*Theatre Arts I & II,
*Repertory Theatre
*Choir,
*Orchestra,
*Advanced Orchestra
*Band,
*Dance (4 courses which fulfill the New York State Physical Education requirement)

Extracurricular Programs
*Plays and Musical
*Stage Crew
*Dance Concert
*Select Choir
*Chamber Orchestra
*Jazz Band

Accepted into the Trinity Theatre Academic Program requires an audition upon acceptance and enrollment at Holy Trinity. Auditions are conducted by Holy Trinity faculty. All Holy Trinity students are eligible to audition for the Performing Arts Department Extracurricular Programs and need not be enrolled in performing arts courses.

PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT FACULTY
*Dr. Overton Ph.D- Chairperson/Director/Teacher
*Mr. Jones- Band Coordinator/Teacher
*Mr. Farrell- Choir Coordinator/Teacher
*Mrs. Johnston- Orchestra Coordinator/Teacher
*Mrs. Murphy- Dance Coordinator/Teacher
*Mr. Motsinger- Costumes/Theatre Teacher
*Mr. Fanning- Stage Crew Director/Teacher

PAST MUSICALS
*Joseph and His Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat- "1971"
*Mame- "1972"
*Evita- "2000"
*The World's First High School Production of Les Miserables- "2001"
*1776- "2002"
*The Baker's Wife- "2003"
*Into the Woods- "2004"
*Big River- "2005"
*Grease- "2006"
*The Wizard of Oz- "2007"
*Jesus Christ Superstar- "2008"

School Awards and Achievements

Holy Trinity Diocesan is the recipient of the following awards and Accredidations:Fact|date=August 2007
*The University of the State of New York Board of Regents (Accredidation)
*Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (Accredidation)
*United States Department of Education (Accredidation)
*Presidential Award of Excellence-Exemplary Secondary School (Award)

Notable Alumni

*Jim Baumbach-"sports columnist for Newsday"
*Matt Doherty-"men's college basketball coach"
*Carol Silva-"Anchor for News 12 Long Island"
*Ralph Perretta-"Offensive Lineman, San Diego Chargers, New York Giants"
*Honorable Timothy Driscoll-"New York State Supreme Court Justice"
*Rebecca Kupka-"Broadway Cast Member, Jersey Boys, Saturday Night Fever,"

Sources

*Holy Trinity High School- [http://www.holytrinityhs.org]
*Holy Trinity School Info- [http://holytrinityhs.echalk.com/site_res_view_template.aspx?id=7b23870b-bc00-4ee2-a980-79aedbb521b8]
*College Board- [http://www.collegeboard.com]
*Diocese of Rockville Centre- [http://www.drvc.org]
*NYS Regents Exams- [http://www.nysedregents.org/testing/hsregents.html]
*NYS Exam Information- [http://usny.nysed.gov/parents/regexams.html]
*St. Johns University- [http://www.stjohns.edu/]