About St. John's Lutheran School   Highlights Preschool to Eighth Grade program Before & After School Care Full Day Kindergarten Program Certified and Christian trained Teachers Christ-Centered instruction Strong emphasis on high academic standards Disciplined and structured instructional environment High emphasis on family communication and involvement A variety of Extra-curricular activities Enhanced Developmental Curriculum   Faculty All of our teachers in Kindergarten through Eighth Grade are qualified, experienced, and have had extensive training as Christian teachers.  Our preschool teachers are trained and have Early Childhood certification.  Teachers are considered Called into the teaching ministry of our Lord Jesus Christ, and are deeply dedicated to this calling.   Curriculum The St. John's Lutheran School Curriculum is based on a strong integrated instructional approach based on the Core Knowledge Sequence.  It has been written and developed by our teaching staff, and is reviewed and revised on an annual basis.  Our statement of belief and objectives for each subject are available for review in the school office.   Scope of Curriculum The following subject areas are a part of our total curriculum: Religion Reading Language Arts Mathematics Social Studies Science Spanish Physical Education Art Music Computer Study Skills   Resource Program St. John's Lutheran School offers a Resource Program designed to help students who need extra help or have special needs.  Our Resource teacher works closely with the classroom teacher to integrate needed assistance within the scope of the student's work in the classroom.   Admissions It is our mission and desire to include students of families who desire a quality Christian education for their child.  We also realize there may be situations in which we are not able to meet a child's need due to the scope or limitations of our program.  If you desire to enroll a child at St. John's, you may contact the school office to request application forms or print the  Preschool Application Form or  K-8 Application Form available here (requires Acrobat Reader).  We encourage all prospective parents to visit our classrooms and meet with teachers as a part of the decision process.  We will then schedule a session for your child to have a placement screening if they are in Kindergarten through 8th grade.  This test will then be used to ensure developmental readiness and the best possible placement of the child, and will also alert us to any potential special needs.  Upon successful completion of the placement test, an interview with the principal will conclude the process. For information on current tuition and fees, see the Tuition and Fees section.   Extra Curricular Activities Volleyball, Basketball, & Track Student Council Voice Choirs Handbell Choir Eagle Clubs (special interest clubs) Outdoor Education   Hours of Operation Kindergarten - 8th Grade 8:20 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Preschool 3 & 4 year olds 8:20 a.m. - 12:00 noon   P.A.L.S. The St. John's Lutheran P.A.L.S. (Playing and Learning Students) is in place to serve the famlies who are enrolled at St. John's Lutheran School.  The program offers before and after school care (7:30 to 8:20 am and 3:00 to 6:00 pm) to children in Preschool through 8th grade.  We also offer a Summer Program that runs for 6 weeks during the summer for students in Preschool through 2nd grade.  The program is staffed by caring and qualified teachers and child care workers.  Fees are based on hours used and follow a fee scale that is discounted as use increases.