General Information:
What is Kolbe-Trinity School's mission?
Kolbe-Trinity School aims to provide a Christ-centered educational environment that nurtures the spiritual, intellectual, and moral development of each student, encouraging them to live lives of faith, purpose, and service.
What grades does Kolbe-Trinity School serve?
Kolbe-Trinity School serves students from Transitional Kindergarten through 12th grade.
What type of curriculum does Kolbe-Trinity School offer?
Kolbe-Trinity School offers a rigorous and comprehensive classical curriculum that integrates Catholic teachings and values. The curriculum includes core academic subjects, religious education, and a variety of extracurricular activities..
Admissions:
How do I apply to Kolbe-Trinity School?
To apply, complete the online or paper application form, submit required documents (birth certificate, academic records, immunization records, etc.), pay the application fee, and participate in any required entrance assessments and interviews. Contact the admissions office for detailed instructions.
Is there an application deadline?
Application deadlines vary by grade level and term. It is best to check the school’s website or contact the admissions office for specific deadlines.
Tuition and Financial Aid
What is the tuition cost?
Tuition costs vary by grade level. Detailed tuition information can be obtained from the school’s website or by contacting the admissions office.
Does Kolbe-Trinity School offer financial aid?
Yes, Kolbe-Trinity School offers limited needs-based financial aid and sibling discounts to help families afford the cost of education. Additionally Kolbe-Trinity can connect you with outside organizations that provide academic, merit-based scholarships, and needs-based scholarships.
How do I apply for financial aid?
To apply for financial aid, complete the financial aid application form through FACTS and submit required financial documentation. Additionally, parents who have a student or students that are attending Catholic school for the first time in grades TK-8 are required to apply to the BASIC Fund if they qualify as an important prerequisite for receiving KT financial aid. Contact the financial aid office for detailed instructions and deadlines.
Academics
What extracurricular activities are available?
Kolbe-Trinity School offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, art, drama, academic clubs, and community service opportunities.
Does the school offer Advanced Placement (AP) or honors courses?
While Kolbe-Trinity School does not offer AP courses, its high school humane letters course (integrating literature, history, and philosophy) and theology course use college-level texts and involve college-level lectures and seminars that are equal to and arguably surpass the rigor of AP courses and exams.
Faith and Community
How is faith integrated into the school day?
Faith is integrated through daily prayers, regular Mass attendance, praying the Holy Rosary and Stations of the Cross, religious education classes, sacramental preparation, retreats, and community service projects.
Are non-Catholic students welcome?
Yes, Kolbe-Trinity School welcomes students of all faiths while maintaining a strong Catholic identity and religious curriculum.
What community service opportunities are available?
Students participate in various community service projects, including food drives, environmental clean-up efforts, visits to nursing homes, and other initiatives that reflect the Gospel message of serving others.
Sports
Does Kolbe-Trinity offer opportunities for students to take part in competitive individual and team sports?
Yes! Kolbe-Trinity offer students in grades TK-8 to participate in spring track and field, students in grades 5-8 to participate in volleyball and basketball in the Santa Rosa Diocese Catholic Schools League in fall and winter, and high school students to participate in soccer, volleyball, basketball and (if available) track and field and cross-country.
Parent Involvement
How can parents get involved in the school community?
Parents can get involved by volunteering for school events, joining the Parents' Guild, participating in fundraising activities, and attending school meetings and workshops.
Does the school provide resources for family faith formation?
Yes, Kolbe-Trinity School offers resources and activities to support family faith formation, including workshops, prayer services, and family retreats.
Logistics
What are the school hours?
School hours are 7:45 A.M. - 2:45 A.M. .
Is transportation available?
Kolbe-Trinity School does not currently provide transportation to school but does provide information on local public or private carpool transportation services. Contact the school office for specific details.
Does Kolbe-Trinity have a school uniform?
Kolbe-Trinity School has a uniform that promotes a respectful and focused learning environment. Details on the uniform can be found here.
For more information or specific questions not covered in this FAQ, please contact the Kolbe-Trinity School office directly.