About STJ

Why Families Choose St. John’s Lutheran School and Preschool
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Rooted in Faith, Dedicated to Excellence

Founded on April 18, 1864, St. John’s Lutheran School and Preschool has faithfully served families for over 150 years. Our mission remains the same: to teach the Word of God, uphold Lutheran doctrine, and provide exceptional academics for preschool through 8th-grade students.

Faith is at the heart of everything we do at St. John’s. Small class sizes create a close-knit, family-like community where students are known and supported. Our commitment to academic excellence ensures students thrive, regularly performing above the national average. Thanks to our church congregation’s generous support, we can provide this high-quality education at a more affordable rate than most other Christian schools.  

Since 1999, St. John's has been a nationally accredited school through the National Lutheran School Accreditation (NLSA). We are committed to excellence and continuous improvement. At St. John’s, we prepare students for a future of faith, learning, and service.

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Mission

The mission of St. John’s Lutheran School & Preschool is to nurture young people through God’s Word, sound Lutheran doctrine and worship, and a strong academic foundation. Our goal is to equip students to lead their lives as God’s baptized children in this world and to carry out Christ’s command to “make disciples of all nations.” (Matthew 28:19)

Vision

The purpose of St. John’s Lutheran School & Preschool is to nurture young people’s faith in Jesus Christ as their Savior using God’s Word and Luther’s Small Catechism while at the same time providing them with a strong academic foundation that prepares them for life today and for tomorrow.

Loving Classroom Environment – St. John’s Love & Logic® core principles include:

  • With Christ as our leader, we will learn and live as Christ’s baptized children with the Law and Gospel as our guide.
  • Every attempt will be made to maintain the dignity and self-respect of the student and the teacher.
  • Students will be guided and expected to solve problems without creating additional issues. They will be given opportunities to make decisions and expected to live with the consequences.
Friendship and Acceptance – Students and staff accept one another as fellow members of the body of Christ. They play together, support each other, encourage each other, and witness to one another. Each person’s uniqueness is recognized, and individuals are helped to achieve their full potential. Each child knows that he or she is valued, accepted, and a respected part of the school community.

Values

Sound Lutheran Doctrine – As a Lutheran school, our primary job is to teach our students God’s truth. We base our teachings on the LCMS doctrine, and it is carefully taught to all students so they are sure of what they believe and can defend their faith. Children are taught the demands of God’s law and are comforted by the saving Gospel of Jesus. We teach our students, "We don’t change the message; the message changes us.”

Individual Attention – Our small class sizes encourage students to be participants rather than spectators. Our teachers strive to show Christ’s love and forgiveness to each child. In August of every year, teachers visit with each student’s family (K-8th) to build a good relationship and share information about the upcoming school year.

High Level of Instruction – St. John’s students consistently outperform their peers on a local and national level. Using their God-given abilities, students and teachers strive for excellence using effective, up-to-date learning and teaching materials. Students are prepared to become responsible stewards of their talents in a joy-filled Christian life.
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A Letter From Our Principal

At St. John’s Lutheran School, we are honored to partner with families in creating a Christ-centered education experience that inspires academic excellence and spiritual growth. From the first hello at morning drop-off to the laughter-filled classrooms and heartfelt prayers, our mission is to see every child flourish.

I invite you to visit our campus, meet our caring teachers, and see firsthand the vibrant community we have built here. Together, we can help your child grow into the confident, compassionate, and faith-filled individual God has called them to be.

Hope to see you soon,

Dr. Kristen Skura
Principal
St. John's Lutheran School and Preschool

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