Trident Academy

Established:	1972
Address:	1455 Wakendaw Road Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Phone Number:	843-884-7046
Fax Number:	843-884-1483
Web Site:	www.tridentacademy.com
Principal or Headmaster:	Joe Ferber
Admissions Contact:	Patty Held 843-884-3494 admissions@tridentacademy.com
Mission Statement:	Our mission is to educate bright students with learning disabilities in a multi-sensory environment, helping them to develop academic skills that will prepare them for responsible independence, life-long learning, and active participation in school, family and community.
Governing Board:	Trident Academy Board of Trustees
Grades Served:	K5-12
Total Enrollment:	Approximately 100 students
Accredited:	SAIS – Southern Association of Independent Schools SACS – Southern Association of Colleges and Schools SCISA – South Carolina Independent Schools Association AOGPE – Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practitioners and Educators (one of just 10 schools in the nation)
Student Teacher Ratio:	4:1
Attributes:	• Specializes in students with learning differences to include those diagnosed with the following learning disabilities: dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, central auditory processing disorder, non-verbal learning disabilities and ADHD/ADD • Cutting edge multi-sensory teaching method that extends beyond language arts into math, science and social studies • Language Enrichment And Development (LEAD) program that provides unique, individualized instruction for every student in every grade • One of 10 schools in the nation accredited by the Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practitioners and Educators • 98% of students who complete the Trident Academy program enter college • 62% of teaching faculty hold advanced degrees with an average tenure of 10 years at Trident Academy • Full range of sports and after-school activities offered to all grades • Scholarship and financial aid are available with 20% of students benefitting