Holy Trinity Diocesan High School

Holy Trinity High School is a co-educational learning environment located centrally in Hicksville, Nassau County, New York on Long Island. Education is based on New York State Education Standards with a strong emphasis on Religious Studies. It is operated by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre. It is particularly well known for its Performing Arts Department and theatrical performances.

Holy Trinity Diocesan High School
Home of the Titans
Front of Holy Trinity Diocesan High School
Address
98 Cherry Lane

Hicksville, Nassau
,
New York
11801
Coordinates40°44′48″N 73°31′57″W
Information
TypeCoeducational
MottoA Special Time, Place and Spirit
Religious affiliation(s)Roman Catholic;
Diocesan
Established1966
School code690
PrincipalJim Grillo[1][2]
Faculty~90
Grades9-12
Enrollment1300 (2013)
Average class size25–28
CampusSuburban
Color(s)Green and White   
Slogan"How High School Should Be"
Athletics2013 - 2014 CHSAA AA State Champions Basketball

2x CHSAA Class A Intersectional Champions Lacrosse (2015-16, 2016-17)

CHSAA Class AA 2nd place Football (2016-17)
Athletics conferenceCatholic AAA
MascotThe Titan
Team nameTitans
AccreditationMiddle States Association of Colleges and Schools[3]
NewspaperTrinity Triangle
YearbookTribute
Tuition$11,000 (2018-2019)
Enrollment ExamC.H.S.E.E
Admissions DirectorFrank Vega
Athletic DirectorChristopher Hardardt
DioceseDiocese of Rockville Centre
Websiteholytrinityhs.org

Academic program

HTHS was selected by the U.S. Department of Education as one of the most outstanding high schools in the nation. It is accredited by AdvancED, North Central Association and the Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York. 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. In order to enroll in the school must take the Catholic High School Entrance Exam.

Computer technology

Over 500 computers are available to students in networked labs, the library media center, classrooms, and the Guidance Resource Center; all have Internet access.

Advanced Placement and College Level Courses

Holy Trinity has a wide variety of AP (Advanced Placement) courses available to students who qualify: AP World History, AP US History, AP Government and Politics, AP Biology, AP Chemistry (2008–2009 school year), 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 to take an AP class. Averages and ability are major components as to whether or not students get into the program.

Holy Trinity offers college courses in which students can earn college credits from St. John's University: Spanish, English, French, St. John's University Art Program, Economics. These are college level courses. Students taking them 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 four years of religious education. Courses cover all aspects of religion from theology to morality. Students can take what they learn in the classroom and carry it with them throughout their lives.

Performing Arts program

The Performing Arts program offers the arts as part of the curriculum towards either Regents or Honors diplomas. Students study dance and theater (or band) in place of gym and visual arts, with one year of theater arts substituted for choir.[4] In the early 2000s, Holy Trinity put on the first high school production of Les Misérables in the world.[5]

The athletic camps run for kids in grades 3 or 4 through high school.[6] Offered sports are: Football, Baseball, Softball, Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Boys Lacrosse, Girls Lacrosse, Girls Volleyball, Cheerleading, Wrestling, Boys Soccer, Girls Soccer.

Sports teams

Holy Trinity has numerous sports teams for both boys and girls. The teams include Baseball, Softball, Cross Country, Boys Spring Track, Girls Spring Track, Boys Winter Track, Girls Winter Track, Boy Lacrosse, Girls Lacrosse, Boys Swimming, Girls Swimming, Boys Volleyball, Girls Volleyball, Boys Golf, Girls Golf, Boys Bowling, Girls Bowling, Cheerleading, Football, Girls Badminton, Girls Basketball, Boys Basketball, Girls Gymnastics, Kickline, and Wrestling.[7]

School awards and achievements

Holy Trinity Diocesan is the recipient of the following awards and accreditations:

Notable alumni
  • Kevin Conry - head coach men's lacrosse University of Michigan
  • Shana Cox – track and field sprinter
  • Matt Doherty – men's college basketball coach
  • Christopher P. Eldredge - Former President & CEO of DFT, which was sold to DLR for $7.9B
  • Ralph Perretta – professional NFL player
  • Ryan Colucci - film producer/director
  • Jean Shafiroff – philanthropist and socialite
  • Jenna Ushkowitz – cast member of Glee
  • Jack Wagner - NCAA Champion (2013), 5 Time NCAA All-American, 3 Time Pac-12 Conference Champion, 6 Time Olympic Trials Qualifier (2012) - University of Southern California Men's Division I Swimming
  • Maurice Richardson - NBA Employee & Video Editor
  • Tim Dillon - Comedian
  • The WW's (2008)
  • Kerry Connolly - Head Coach of St. Joseph's College Women's Basketball Team

References
  1. Dolan, Sean P. (August 4, 2020). "Jim Grillo Named Principal of Holy Trinity Diocesan High School" (PDF) (Press release). Diocese of Rockville Centre. Retrieved August 4, 2020.
  2. "Holy Trinity DHS Announces New Principal". holytrinityhs.org. August 4, 2020. Retrieved August 4, 2020.
  3. MSA-CSS. "MSA-Commission on Secondary Schools". Archived from the original on July 12, 2009. Retrieved May 27, 2009.
  4. http://drvcholytrinityhs.ss8.sharpschool.com/cms/One.aspx?portalId=41677&pageId=392103
  5. http://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/long-island-celebrity-yearbook-pictures-the-2000s-1.8839584
  6. http://abcsportscamps.com/hths
  7. "Team Pages - Holy Trinity Diocesan High School". holytrinityhs.org. Retrieved April 19, 2017.
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