Rooted in Faith, Growing in Community
By Samantha DePriest
If you ask our students, staff, parents, and alumni to describe Trinity Christian School in just one word, the most common response is “family.” After all, family is the foundation upon which faith, learning, and community are built. Research shows that education is most impactful when supported by strong family partnerships. Parents are not only a child’s first teachers but also serve as lifelong role models in faith and character. When schools and families work together, teachers, coaches, and mentors are better equipped to nurture students academically, spiritually, and emotionally through every stage of their development.
This is the very foundation on which TCS was built on almost 35 years ago. The Trinity Way is “the golden triangle of parents, churches, and schools working together to shape Christlike disciples has proven to be an effective model. Maintaining healthy relationships with parents and local churches is paramount to the foundation of an effective Christian school.”
Our recent Fall Family Fest was a beautiful reminder of the unity that comes from a faith filled school community. Families with children of all ages came together to enjoy an evening of fellowship, fun, and celebration on our softball field. It was heartwarming to see all of our teachers and staff helping younger students with games, parents connecting across grade levels, and school board members engaging with families in meaningful ways.
After serving fresh popped popcorn to families alongside TCS school board members Mr. Dave Fader and Mr. Michael Schriks, Dr. Colette Morgan, TCS School Board president, enjoyed walking through the games and inflatables witnessing the community. Dr. Morgan shared “This coming together of all our families truly represents heaven.”
Families, both returning and new, shared what a wonderful experience it was to connect with other parents while their children played together. Events like these strengthen the bonds that hold our school together and remind us that we are not just a school, we are a family.
"Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it." Proverbs 22:6 (ESV)
At the heart of everything we do is the belief that God created us to live in community, beginning with the family. Our mission is to partner with parents to raise up a generation of students who know Christ, love others, and pursue truth. By fostering a school culture where families feel seen, valued, and involved, we create a nurturing environment where students can thrive. We are deeply grateful for the families who entrust us with their children and who actively contribute to the life of our school.
