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First Lutheran School

1207 N. Broadway, Knoxville, TN, 37917-0379 -

School Notes Overview:

First Lutheran School is committed to a total program of Christian Education. FLS offers Christian education from Early Childhood Education through the Eighth grade. Believing all children are created by God, First Lutheran School together with family and church educates children's spirits, minds, and bodies in a Christ-centered environment, preparing them for Christian service and eternal life. Our goal for Christian education is to equip our students both spiritually and physicallly and nurture them in Christian love as they grow in knowledge, attitudes, and skills so that we may enable our students to reach their full potential as Christian individuals and responsible citizens....

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School Overview:

	First Lutheran School
School Membership(s)	Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) Other religious school association(s)
Religious Affiliation	Lutheran Church -- Missouri Synod
Grades Offered	Grades Prekindergarten - 8
County	Knox County, TN
Student Body
Total Students	161 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(TN) School Avg.
% Students of Color	12%	19%
Students by Grade
	Pre-K - 50 students
	Kind - 18 students
	Grade 1 - 9 students
	Grade 2 - 7 students
	Grade 3 - 20 students
	Grade 4 - 6 students
	Grade 5 - 11 students
	Grade 6 - 10 students
	Grade 7 - 19 students
	Grade 8 - 11 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	11 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree	50%
List of Courses Offered	Link to List of Courses
Classroom dress code	Formal (Khaki pants, polo shirts)
	This School	(TN) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:20	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	180 days	180 days
Hours in School Day for Students	7 hours	7 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline	None / Rolling
Tuition Notes	Please visit our website for complete tuition information.
% on Financial Aid	100%
Head of School	Roger Tessendorf, Principal
Sport
Total Sports Offered	4
	Sports
	Basketball	Cheering
	Soccer	Volley Ball

School Notes:

Academica's have always been at the top of our educational priority list at First Lutheran School. Though we follow Tennessee's Guidelines for Education and Core Knowledge, we strive to take your child well beyond state standards and our track record consistently has demonstrated success in doing so. It is our conviction is that no education is complete without the teachings of Jesus Christ. We see His teaching as the 'crown jewel' of an outstanding education. Learning of Jesus wisdom and love will make your child well prepared for the world, feel safer and more secure no matter what adversities may come. The earlier children learn of His truth and mercy, the more confident they are as they grow in academics, athletics, and the arts even into high school, college, and beyond. With Christ's teachings and our experienced and caring faculty and staff, our school is ready to prepare your child for tomorrow. We invite you to enroll today and learn how this is most certainly true. Our Mission We believe that all children are created and loved by God. First Lutheran School together with family and church educates children's spirits, minds, and bodies in a Christ-centered environment, preparing them for Christian service and eternal life. Our Objectives
To equip our students both spiritually and academically
To nurture them in Christian love as they grow in knowledge, attitudes, and skills
To enable our students to reach their full potential as Christian individuals and responsible citizens.
Profile last updated: 08/04/2009

In the News:

Football Obsession Squeezes Fall Festivals (Metro Pulse)
posted on October 21, 2009 at 09:34:35 pm
Enjoy this Saturday, which the Vols’ schedule has rendered a special sort of holiday. This year, through some alignment I’m not sure I understand, the Tennessee Vols have eight home games on their schedule.
Textme Events: Oct. 13 (Knoxville News Sentinel)
posted on October 12, 2009 at 09:03:14 pm
* Student literacy workshop - hosted by the East Tennessee Technology Access Center. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 5. ETTAC's Knoxville office at 4918 N. Broadway. Variety of technology tools for literacy supports for students who struggle with reading and writing. Teachers and parents are welcome. Free. Pre-registration required by Nov. 2. Info: 865-219-0130. * The Kindergarten Roundup - for parents of ...
Meet & Greet with D.D. Lewis (Metro Pulse)
posted on October 11, 2009 at 04:06:37 am
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School Matters events: Oct. 6 (Knoxville News Sentinel)
posted on October 5, 2009 at 09:03:40 pm
-- First Lutheran School Open House - For parents of children age 3 through 8th grade. 6:30-8 p.m. Oct. 13. Visit classrooms, meet teachers and explore learning environment. 1207 N. Broadway, Knoxville. Info: 865-524-0308 or www.firstlutheranschool.com. -- AMSE Educator Rocketry Workshop - For formal and informal educators of grades K-12. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 24 ...
Seasonal FluMist clinics to return to Knox Schools Monday (WBIR-TV Knoxville)
posted on October 2, 2009 at 10:04:20 pm
After a delayed shipment, the in-school FluMist clinics are set to start up again Monday, and the Knox County Health Department has released a list of places and times.

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School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (37917)	School Zip (37917)	(TN) State Average
Population (Approximate)	24,480 people	5,681,706 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	18%	18%
Population Average Age	39 years old	35 years old
Average Household size	2.1 persons	2.3 persons
Median Household Income	$23,807	$40,664
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	4.8 rooms	5.5 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	59 years old	37 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	53% / 47%	65% / 35%