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St. John Lutheran School is the longest-serving Christian school in
the York area. The school opened its doors on September 1, 1874 and
has been operating continuously ever since - 134 years!
We promote Christian values through: Hiring teachers who promote
and exhibit acceptable Christian behavior, Daily prayers in the
classrooms, Weekly chapel services.
Our teacher requirements include: Certification or significant
progress toward certification in Early Chilhood Education for
Preschool, Bachelors degree in Elementary Education or equivalent
certification with 4-year degree for grades Kindergarten through 6.
Computer curriculum is based upon a contract with the University of
Richmond: Age appropriate curriculum starting at Kindergarten,
Students use MS Office progams such as Word and PowerPoint starting
in 1st Grade, Computer skills are integrated into the entire
elementary academic curriculum for use in reports and
presentations.
Our students' above-average standardized test scores show the
results. We utilize the Stanford Achievement Test, which is
recognized nationwide as the standard for student evaluation, to
ensure that our program provides the high-quality education our
families expect.
Other features include: Before-school and After-school care
programs (additional cost), Summer program offered at a reasonable
cost, Student body that represents more than 40 congregations in
the York area, Tuition assistance program for qualifying families,
A very active Parent-Teacher League (PTL) that sponsors many great
events such as movie nights, ice cream socials, field trips, and
festivals.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. John Lutheran School cost?
St. John Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $3,700 for private students.
What sports does St. John Lutheran School offer?
St. John Lutheran School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for St. John Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. John Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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