Upper School | Trinity School of Durham and Chapel Hill

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Upper School

Students come here to be challenged intellectually, to learn in a place that values honor and integrity, to work closely with a talented and student-centered faculty, to develop life-long friendships, and to make a difference. They work hard and play hard, inquire deeply, discover new gifts, pray together, and grow as servant leaders. Our prayer is that they leave Trinity with spiritual and theological moorings that will guide and sustain them throughout their lives.

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Upper School

Students come here to be challenged intellectually, to learn in a place that values honor and integrity, to work closely with a talented and student-centered faculty, to develop life-long friendships, and to make a difference. They work hard and play hard, inquire deeply, discover new gifts, pray together, and grow as servant leaders. Our prayer is that they leave Trinity with spiritual and theological moorings that will guide and sustain them throughout their lives.

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Upper School

Students come here to be challenged intellectually, to learn in a place that values honor and integrity, to work closely with a talented and student-centered faculty, to develop life-long friendships, and to make a difference. They work hard and play hard, inquire deeply, discover new gifts, pray together, and grow as servant leaders. Our prayer is that they leave Trinity with spiritual and theological moorings that will guide and sustain them throughout their lives.

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Seth Parrish • Head of Upper School

UPPER SCHOOLDedicated to Student Success

Our Upper School faculty are committed to nurturing a rich learning environment. They understand the importance of deep content comprehension, providing ample opportunities for dialogue, reflection, discovery, and collaborative learning. With a significant portion of our faculty holding advanced degrees from prestigious universities and Christian institutions, they bring a blend of academic excellence and faith-based teaching to the classroom.

Highlights of Our Faculty:

  • 30% received training in Christian university settings.
  • 40% hold degrees from renowned institutions like UNC or Duke.
  • 15% have achieved terminal degrees in their fields.
  • 67% possess advanced degrees, ensuring expert knowledge and teaching.

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Spiritual development is integral to the Trinity Upper School experience. Daily devotionals, Theology classes, and ecumenical services led by teachers and coaches who embody a Christian worldview come alongside our curriculum allowing students to see Christ in themselves and others.

 

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The bond between students and teachers at Trinity is foundational to our ethos. Our community thrives on mutual respect and shared experiences, from academic pursuits to extracurricular activities like Robotics, arts, and athletics. Here, students find a myriad of opportunities to realize their God-given potential in a supportive and vibrant environment.

 

  • Upper School Athletics

    Trinity’s School’s Varsity athletics program provides three full seasons of interscholastic sports. Our approach centers on character development, a love for the game, and the mastering of fundamental skills.

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  • Arts in Upper School

    Trinity’s arts program fully reflects God’s colorful, vibrant, and varied world. Art and design principles are introduced and built upon as keys to appreciating a wide spectrum of arts and genres. Trinity’s bands and vocal and string ensembles help strengthen musical ability and performance skills while student artwork brightens the hallways throughout campus. Trinity’s performance theater programs present both serious and lighthearted plays and musicals enjoyed by the entire Trinity community.

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Academics in the upper schoolTailored academic journeys

Trinity's Upper School is committed to personalized academic pathways. We collaborate with students to tailor their educational journey, accommodating needs for enrichment, remediation, or accelerated learning. Our flexible approach ensures that each student's unique academic requirements and aspirations are met with care and precision. The Upper School has a support team dedicated to student success.
 

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“I admire the teachers who also coach sports at Trinity because of their unique way to completely dedicate themselves to teaching and creating a challenging and fun sports experience.”
 

Samuel Todd
Student, Class of 2027

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My children, though all different in interests, personality, and gifts, have each found their “place” in the Upper School and have thrived. As we watch our oldest two navigate college they have found themselves to be well prepared and have both genuinely thanked us (one of them continually!) for allowing them to attend Trinity.
 

The Johnson Family
11th, Alum ‘21, Alum ‘23

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The Johnson Family

“My children, though all different in interests, personality, and gifts, have each found their “place” in the Upper School and have thrived. As we watch our oldest two navigate college they have found themselves to be well prepared and have both genuinely thanked us (one of them continually!) for allowing them to attend Trinity. Perhaps the greatest testimony to the educational and relational capital that was poured into them is the eagerness they have, even several years out, to visit Trinity and to stay in touch with faculty and staff. They both still regularly talk to and even ask for help or advice from their old Upper School teachers! Our family is so thankful to be a part of this community and are excited for the years we still have ahead of us at Trinity.”

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I feel the strengths of Trinity are a very welcoming presence of students and faculty alike, a structured, but unhurried education that is excellent in every way, and I feel like there are so many outlets of activities and courses to fit every student's need in the upper school life.
 

Theodore Lucas
Alum, Class of 2023

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  • Athletics

    Athletics extends our mission to the field, emphasizing character development, teamwork, and leadership through sports.

  • Arts

    Our Upper School Arts Program encouraging creative expression through visual arts, music, and theatre.

  • Student Support

    Trinity School's Upper School Student Support Services are dedicated to fostering a nurturing environment.

  • Results

    We celebrate our graduates' achievements, totaling over $18M in scholarships and accolades.

  • Academic

    Explore Trinity Upper School's inquiry-based curriculum, designed for the 21st-century learner.