Mission

Growing our God-given gifts for a life of loving and serving

School Objectives

First Lutheran School, seeking to accomplish its mission, has outlined the following objectives:

Spiritually

That all children:

• Develop a growing knowledge of God as creator of the universe, of Jesus Christ as their brother and Savior, and of God’s Holy Spirit as an ever-present reality in their lives;
• Develop a growing knowledge of God’s Word and an increasing ability to apply it to their everyday life;
• Develop an understanding of the role of the church as the community of God’s people.

Academically

That all children:

• Develop disciplined work habits that will help them to reach their academic potential;
• Develop language arts skills that allow them to read, write, and communicate effectively;
• Develop an understanding of math concepts and proficient skills in computation and its application in problem solving;
• Broaden their understanding and knowledge base in the fields of natural and social sciences;
• Discover and develop their gifts in music, art, and drama
• Develop a proper diet and engage in activities that promote physical health and well being.

Socially

That all children:

• Learn courtesy and consideration for the rights and welfare of all of God’s people;
• Develop respect for those placed in authority over them, especially parents and teachers;
• Develop an appreciation for the blessings that God gives them and a willingness to share with those in need.

Emotionally

That all children:

• Develop an awareness that everyone experiences similar feelings;
• Grow in their empathy for others, regardless of their differences;
• Are given clearly defined boundaries to guide them in developing appropriate emotional responses  to life’s vicissitudes;
• Learn that true self-worth comes from knowing God values all people equally.