How many teachers in the Traditional Program can you name? Some students who were asked could name one or two, but many were not familiar with a single teacher in this program–teachers who provide an invaluable service to Trinity High School. The Traditional Program serves students who may have learning differences or other academic challenges. Many just need the support this program offers. There is an emphasis on individual instruction, smaller class sizes, and the use of technology to assure success in the classroom. The success of Trinity’s Traditional Program is often considered a model for other high schools who want to give all students the opportunity to learn. Teachers in the Traditional Program often teach classes in other programs. Many of the methods and styles of teaching are the same. Mrs. Linda Whitworth, director of the Traditional Program, said, “We have very special teachers at all levels in Trinity. Teacher’s in the Traditional Program are special because they will present an idea or concept in a variety of ways so that all students can learn.” Whitworth spoke of the techniques or special methods teachers frequently use to teach their students. She said, “The methods and strategies we use are as varied as the students we teach. It really isn’t different than teaching at any other level. We introduce students to technologies that might assist them in gathering and retaining information, but not all students will need the support these technologies offer.” Students in the Traditional Program have access to technology in computer labs that helps reinforce their reading and writing skills. That technology, in addition to smaller class sizes, helps create an environment where learning can take place. Students with learning differences who do not necessarily need the added support of the Traditional Program often work with Ms. Mary Ann Hall, the Learning Support Coordinator. Mrs. Betsy Darby, an English teacher in the Traditional Program, said, “We offer a challenging curriculum that prepares students for achievement at the next level, whether it’s the academic, honors or college-level coursework.” The Traditional English curriculum covers the same topics as the other levels at Trinity. The juniors read classics such as “Beowulf,” “The Odyssey” and “Macbeth.” They complete many interactive and group projects. Darby loves teaching in the program. She said it is a very rewarding feeling to see students who have reading comprehension problems learning to read independently and interpreting what they have read. Mr. Mike Chancellor, a math teacher for traditional and academic levels, was one of the teachers who helped develop the Traditional Program back in the 1980s. Chancellor said, “I was very determined to make it a successful program from the start.” Chancellor uses a variety of teaching methods to help students understand concepts. When asked what he enjoys about teaching at the traditional level, he said, “I enjoy the daily challenge and seeing the smiles of success on the faces of the students I teach.”