Founded in 2004, Stamford Academy is the second public charter school in Stamford opened by DOMUS following Trailblazers Academy. Stamford Academy provides classes for students in grades 9-12 who have previously struggled in more traditional environments.
Stamford Academy's mission is "to re-engage and guide students in acknowledging and developing their educational strengths while acquiring the skills to contribute positively to themselves and their community." In addition to offering smaller classes and individualized instruction, Stamford Academy offers clinical services such as individual and group counseling, and support groups for teen mothers and fathers.
Stamford's Adult & Continuing Education program offers residents the opportunity to broaden the spectrum and depth of knowledge in a wide variety of subjects, from pasta making to family law. Students find the course work both interesting and practical. Potential students can browse and sign up for classes through the program's user-friendly website.
Founded in 1991, Trinity Catholic High School is a co-ed college-preparatory Diocesan high school with a rich tradition in academic excellence, athletic performance and community service. Regionalized from St. Mary's in Greenwich, Stamford Catholic and Norwalk Central, Trinity offers its student body an academic program with 219 courses, including advanced placement in English literature, chemistry and more. Trinity is the home of the Crusaders, a comprehensive athletic program that competes in the Fairfield County Interscholastic Athletic Conference with 11 men's sports and 11 women's sports. The school also has an organized community service program in which its students are required to dedicate time to working with charitable organizations such as the Stamford Red Cross, AmeriCares and Easter Seals.