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Why A Christian School And Not A Public School?
Lutheran Schools are first and foremost a Christian school. Lutheran Schools offer more than 'just an education'. Children not only receive training in the typical content areas offered by all accredited schools, yet they also have extra meaning attached to them as they see these areas woven together in a tapestry of truth. Additionally, many young people today are seeking a place where they can bring their gifts as individuals and be valued. They are seeking relationships and a sense of community. They want to be challenged. They want caring leadership and long to become leaders of excellence. These are all part of the Lutheran School experience.
What Is Taught At Lutheran Schools?
Lutheran Schools use curricula that meet or exceed state standards at all grade levels. These schools are places where students are offered every opportunity to explore their abilities and strive for the highest levels of performance. Critical thinking skills, music and fine arts, foreign language, physical education, technology integration, and off campus trips are all emphasized in Lutheran Schools. These are just some of the reasons why Lutheran School students regularly score higher on standardized tests. (Visit
http://nces.ed.gov/nationsreportcard for results of a comparison study.) Lutheran Schools offer quality, a substantial history and network, as well as strong academic results. Lutheran Schools believe and teach as part of all core classes that God is the sole creator of the universe.
How Are Lutheran Schools Staffed?
"Certified teachers who model visionary leadership by inspiring a shared vision staff Lutheran Schools." They practice stewardship of resources, build up others, and empathize with others. They model servant leadership as those they lead 'become healthier, wiser, freer, more autonomous, more likely themselves to become servants." (Robert K. Greenleaf) Additionally they model moral leadership by studying God's Word, sharing their personal faith story, exhibiting a passion for ministry, acting courageously, equipping God's people for service, caring for others, demonstrating integrity, and praying. In this country the Lutheran Education Association
(http://www.lea.org) is one of the oldest professional educators' organizations, publishing the longest running educational journal in the country. Lutheran educators are involved with professional development opportunities, continuing education, and accreditation processes to help their schools along a path of continual improvement and growth.
Are There Other Lutheran Schools Around The Country?
Lutheran Schools are part of a network of over 5,000 schools worldwide that provides excellent quality instruction. Lutheran schools make up the second largest parochial school system in the nation (second to the Catholic). Visit the LCMS website for a list of other Lutheran
Elementary Schools and
High
Schools.
Who Governs Lutheran Schools?
They are governed by school board members who clearly understand their roles and focus on the vision and board policies that effectively govern the operation of the school. These boards are engaged in effective strategic planning which enables the Lutheran school to maximize its ability to achieve its mission. They utilize an accreditation process such as the National Lutheran School Accreditation (NLSA). They develop and follow a business plan and a communications/marketing plan. They are driven by a commitment to the Gospel and focused on a mission of bringing hope and healing to students and their families.
What Do Lutherans Believe?
Children in Lutheran Schools are immersed in a Christian culture. This means that they are involved with worship, Biblical instruction, and regular prayer. Families and teachers partner together to ensure that the high expectations set for them are consistent with God's own expectations as stated in His Word, the Bible. Finally, students are held accountable for their decisions, both good and bad. They are nurtured in an environment that allows grace and forgiveness to thrive. The goal is that they will be equipped to step out boldly to proclaim the love of God, through Jesus, to a world that is in need of loving care and responsible relationships.
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