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ARTS: Students at MA begin their exposure to the performing and visual arts in Kindergarten. While in the Lower School, they attend music and art classes weekly and each student has either a speaking or singing part in the annual class play. The confidence and artistic appreciation that is encouraged at the Lower School continues in the Middle School with opportunities to take electives in drama, chorus, theater, speech and debate and visual art. MA also boasts an award-winning choral program in the Lower, Middle and Upper School. Choral groups win competitions at the district, state and national level and continue to earn “Superior” awards at state assessments. Student artwork is showcased at several local galleries and is recognized annually as Scholastic Gold and Silver Key winners. Several Advanced Placement (AP) courses in the arts are offered. ACCREDITATION: Dually accredited by SACS (Southern As- sociation of Colleges and Schools) and the SAIS (Southern Asso- ciation of Independent Schools), the Academy is also a member of the College Board, Educational Records Bureau, School Schol- arship Service, Southern Association of Admission Counseling, the National Association for College Admission Counseling, Cum Laude Society (the only local chapter) and the National, Southern and Alabama Associations of Independent Schools. AVERAGE CLASS SIZE: K: 13; Grades 1-6: 20; Grades 7-12: 15 EXTRACURRICULAR PROGRAMS: Montgomery Academy is the whole package: academics, arts, athletics and abundant op- portunities to get involved outside of class. Campus organiza- tions—sports and clubs, theater and music, debate and student leadership—give students valuable opportunities to develop skills, make new friends and try new activities. Community service is a key component of life at MA. There are school-wide projects, like Homecoming Service Day and Brantwood Children’s Home Christ- mas Project, division projects (Lower, Middle and Upper Schools), as well as grade-specific efforts. Fun is also high on the agenda. Favorite traditions include the Homecoming Parade and Eagle Day: a K-12 field day of athletic events between the Cardinal and Navy teams. AFTER SCHOOL CARE: Lower and Middle School students may opt to attend MA+ or MS+ afterschool care program until 5:30 p.m. Both programs operate under the supervision of Acad- emy faculty & staff and allow students to enjoy a snack, complete homework and study time. Students also engage in active play, quiet games, and arts and crafts. TUITION: Tuition includes lunch for grades K-12, snacks for grades K-5, admission to all home athletic events (playoffs not in- cluded) and a yearbook. MA does not assess technology fees, build- ing fees, or new family fees. Kindergarten: $10,520, Grades 1-5: $13,990, Grades 6: $14,496, Grades 7-12 $15,420. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: The Academy boasts a generous need-based financial aid programwith scholarships also available. Please visit our website for more information. TRINITY PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL 1700 East Trinity Boulevard, Montgomery, AL 36106 WEBSITE: www.trinitywildcats.com FOUNDED: 1970 ENROLLMENT: Approximately 740 students K3-12. AVERAGE CLASS SIZE: Trinity’s student-to-teacher ratio in K3 and K4 is 9-1, where the student-to-teacher ratio in K5 is 15- 1. The overall student-to-teacher ratio in Grades 1-12 is 18-1. MISSION: Trinity School provides students the highest quality college-preparatory education, training them in the biblical world and life view, thus enabling them to serve God in spirit, mind, and body. The “Trinity Experience” is extraordinary in every way, and is an education that is unique as your child. Trinity offers a rigorous academic program, committed educators, outstanding athletics, and a nurturing family environment. Educators at Trinity strike the perfect balance as they encourage students to strive for excellence, while emphasizing Christ-like character above all else. The “Trinity Experience” produces leaders who possess mental, physical and spiritual strength. One hundred percent of Trinity graduates are accepted to post-secondary institutions, with many attending some of the finest colleges in the nation. Offering the only full-time dance program at a Montgomery independent school, Trinity’s award-winning fine arts program offers state-of- the-art areas for dance, choral, instrumental, visual arts, and speech. An athletic program with a long-standing tradition of championship-level teams, many Trinity athletes play at the next level in several sports. Athletics play an integral part in Trinity’s educational program, which is designed to develop the whole per- son—spirit, mind, and body. RECOGNITIONS: Trinity graduates have received over $40 million in merit-based scholarships over the last 5 years. A 2018 Trinity graduate was named a National Merit Finalist in the 2018 National Merit Scholarship Program and a 2019 graduate was named a National Merit Semifinalist in the 2019 National Merit Scholarship Program. One hundred percent of Trinity graduates are accepted to post-secondary institutions, with the majority of students attending their first choice of a college or university. Trinity School offers over 34 Advanced Placement (AP) courses and Honor courses. Taking advantage of an extensive amount of AP courses on campus and online, a vast majority of Trinity’s AP students score between a 3 and a 5 on their exams, with many students being able to nearly complete their freshman college stud- ies before ever graduating fromTrinity. Two 2018 Trinity graduates were named National Speech and Debate Association Academic All Americans. A 2017 Trinity senior was named the 2017 Distin- guished Young Woman of Montgomery County. The Lower School STEAM Studio is inspiring critical thinking in students (K3-5th grade), where they are engaged by stimulating curriculum that in- creases achievement and creates positive attitudes towards the study of STEAM-related fields—science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics. The Lower School Media Center en- compasses a library and an innovation lab, providing project- based learning activities to Lower School students. SERVICE: Serving others is paramount at Trinity. From the first day of Lower School to the last day of Upper School, Trinity’s focus is on putting others first. Trinity’s school-wide (K3-12) mis- 54 AL/ Metro 360 www.almetro360.com 2018 Private School Review ....................................................................................................