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 almost 50 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. Students in
those grades are learning to use technology with brand new Computer Lab
laptops that are being installed during December and January of
2011-12. In grades 9-12, laptops have become an extremely
integral part of St. John's curriculum. In fact, St. John high
school students are each issued a personal laptop to use during their
high school years. These laptops are used
extensively in the classroom as our high school teachers integrate
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 Summer Sonshine Camp runs from
Mondays-Fridays
during the summer and is available for all children (including non-St.
John students) entering K5-8th grade. Applications are
available in the spring with fees & tuition prices provided at that
time. Click on the following links
for more information & for the registration form for summer 2012:
Summer Camp 2012 Information & Registration Form
