ACADEMICS
Empowering Structured Learning
At LHS, academic excellence and spiritual growth are at the heart of everything we do. Our school offers a challenging and comprehensive college-preparatory curriculum designed to prepare students for future success in higher education and beyond.
With a commitment to developing the whole student, we provide opportunities for students to grow in their faith, knowledge and character, guided by the values of service, integrity and excellence.
4X4 Block Schedule
The 4×4 Block Schedule divides the school year into two semesters, with each school day consisting of four instructional blocks of 80-minute periods.
During the first semester, students are enrolled in four courses that meet daily. At the end of the first semester, students receive one full credit for each course successfully completed and then enroll in four new courses for the second semester. Students graduate with 32 credits, well above the 24 credits required by the state of Missouri.
Built in is a 15-minute Flextime period four days of the week where students can meet with teachers for extra help, make up a test or quiz or study. In addition, during PRIME TIME, students can complete meetings and plans for their clubs, carry out small group Bible studies, do small service projects or meet with college representatives.
The 4×4 block schedule advantages
Deeper inquiry into subject matter.
Increased contact time in the classroom and student discretionary periods provide further opportunity to ask questions.
More time for reflection and concentration.
Student focus is less fragmented by a multitude of study tasks at a time.
More options for electives and advanced courses.
Students can take hi-level classes at both LHS and local colleges.
Improved preparation for the ACT.
Each student will have completed more overall coursework prior to taking the ACT.
Preparation for college and life.
Focusing on four classes each term simulates both a college schedule and work pace.
Less stressful schedule.
Rather than managing seven classes at once, the student can focus on four courses at a time.
More time on tasks.
Students spend less time shifting from class to class throughout the day.
iPad Technology
As a leader in academic excellence, Lutheran High School’s 1-to-1 Technology Program utilizing iPads helps our teachers effectively engage 21st-century learners. Students use their iPads to track assignments and grades, research online, create presentations, collaborate on projects, compose essays, use class-specific apps and access electronic books and media.
Each student must provide their own iPad and will have an orientation to the iPad as part of the New Student Orientation day. Financial assistance is available.