we are
an innovative high school transition program focused on building
connectivity, comfort, & community.
See our experience
Connectivity
Students who feel more connected to their teachers and peers demonstrate better attendance and lower rates of dropout.
Journal of School Psychology (2017) Volume 61
comfort
A single life course transition has the potential to shape long-term life course trajectories.
American Sociology Association (2018) Volume 91
community
Students with a strong sense-of-community are more likely to participate in prosocial behaviors.
Cantillion, Davidson, & Schweitzer (2003)
Mayoral
Proclamation
The Mayor and City Council of Gaithersburg, Maryland have officially proclaimed May 1st as
TROJAN EXPERIENCE DAY
in the City of Gaithersburg.
What Our Students Say
I made a lot of new friends and that is truly priceless.
Experience Participant
I will try my best in high school since I know there are people who care about my education.
Experience Participant
It helped me learn how the school works and where to go if I have trouble.
Experience Participant
on the rise
On average, participants earn 77% more volunteer hours than their peers and are half as likely to be referred for administrative discipline.
Regular School Attendance
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
ANNA
Anna (class of 2022) was named a finalist for the MoCo's Got Talent competition! This annual competition is open to over 105,000 students in MCPS middle and high schools.
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
MICHAEL
Michael (class of 2021) was elected as president of the BROTHERS! This service-driven student-group has been changing lives for over 35 years and has over 2,350 alumni.
