Spiritual Commitment...
As important as academics & athletics are to our school, St.
John places the spiritual nurtuing of students & their families
as our top priority
St. John Lutheran School has been a part of the Ocala/Marion County
community for more than 40 years and has established a reputation
for providing students in this area with a quality Christian education.
Our outstanding faculty has been prayerfully called for personal
faith, Christian character, distinguished academic background, and
commitment to impacting the lives of students. St. John teachers lovingly
encourage students to discover the joy of knowing Jesus Christ personally,
nurturing the seeds of faith as they disciple young hearts.
God's Word is woven throughout the fabric of the
students' day. Students discover that Scripture relates to every area
of their lives...their personal relationships, their character, how
they work and play, how they think and speak, even the subjects they
study. God's design unfolds whether students are examining the order
of the universe, studying the nations of our world, or learning to
use the gift of language.
At St. John, our students are being trained to become
leaders and lights in their communities, throughout our nation and
around the globe.
Academic
Rigor...
Placing the spiritual growth of our students as our top priority
does not mean academics are unimportant to us by any means.
St. John
Lutheran School offers one of the finest college-bound academic programs
available at the pre-kindergarten, elementary, middle, & high
school levels. Students thrive in the close-knit, family-like atmosphere
created by teachers who masterfully combine both traditional &
innovative teaching methodologies.
Classrooms are animated & inviting. Teachers
utilize their talents & skills guiding bright, curious children
toward academic success. An accelerated, content-rich curriculum challenges
students & provides an excellent foundation in all academic areas.
St. John feels that building this foundation is an important aspect
of preparing students for success at the university level.
In recent years, being technologically adept has become
an essential quality for college students. In light of this, St. John
has continued to maintain a comprehensive computer program for students
in kindergarten through 8th grade. In recent years, laptop computers
have become an integral part of St. John's high school curriculum.
In fact, St. John high school students use laptops extensively in
the classroom integrating traditional curriculum & modern technology.
By the end of their high school years, using technology in the educational
process is second nature to our students.
At St. John, learning is a multifaceted exploration of God's magnificent
creation.
Physical
& Social Development...
St. John Lutheran School's goal is to develop our students into well-rounded
young men & women. This means that each student's physical development
must be nurtured. St. John develops this vital aspect of our students
through health classes, weight training classes, & other physical
education classes
In addition to our physical education curriculum, St. John offers
a wide range of fall, winter, & spring sports to students in grades
5-12. Although St. John's athletes are encouraged to take part in
multiple sports throughout the school year and achieve their highest
potential on the field or the court, they are also reminded that academics
must take priority over athletics.
Besides
aiding in the physical development of students, St. John feels that
participation in athletics also develops other qualities that are
essential in well-rounded students. Some of these important qualities
include teamwork, leadership, and the ability to be a good sport in
the face of both victory & defeat.
St. John also encourages the growth of these qualities by offering
the opportunity to participate in a number of non-athletic clubs and
organizations at the middle & high school levels such as National
Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, Student Council, Fellowship
of Christian Athletes, Art Club, Prayer Team, & Anchor Club.
Parent Participation...
Parents support St. John Lutheran School through
participation in virtually every area of school life. Many opportunities
exist to be actively involved in the academic, service, fellowship,
athletic, and social activities of St. John Lutheran School such as:
PTL, Academic Boosters, Athletic Boosters, Prayer Groups, Helping
Hands (copy room volunteers), SCRIP, etc. As a member of the St. John
Family, you will be invited to share many memorable events with your
child and you will be encouraged to participate in activities which
enrich school life.
Accreditation...
St. John is fully accredited by the National
Lutheran School Accreditation and the Florida
Association of Academic Nonpublic Schools. The quality of education
programs at St. John is well established and its secondary graduates
have been readily accepted into the highest quality academic institutions
including: The United States Air Force Academy, United Stated Military
Academy (West Point), Yale, Dartmouth, John Hopkins, Harvard, Vanderbilt,
University of Florida, Florida State University and a myriad of others.
AfterCare...
The AfterCare Program is available
for students in K3-6th grade. AfterCare is located in the K4 House
which is on the south end of the St. John campus.
AfterCare's program includes age-appropriate activities,
homework time, and a daily snack. Hours are 2:30-5:30pm with students
entering the program at their school dismissal time.
Sonshine Summer Camp...
Our Sonshine Summer Camp is available during June
& July for children in K4-5th grade. Applications are available
in the spring with fees & tuition prices provided at that time.
Summer Camp is for St. John Lutheran children, and only open to the
public only if slots are available.
