St. Peter Lutheran School

Education with a Foundation

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  Frequently Asked Questions . . .

What grades do you have? St. Peter has classes for kindergarten through eighth grade students.  Kindergarten offers a full or half-day option.  Other classes are double-graded.

What is the maximum class size?  Kindergarten has a class size limit of 15.  Each grade is limited to 12 or 13 students and each class has a limit of 25 children.

Do students receive religious instruction? Helping children to grow in faith in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior is a primary purpose of St. Peter Lutheran School.  All children receive daily religious instruction.  The entire school worship together at Chapel once each week.

Are computers available to students?  Each child receives structured computer time working on activities ranging from reinforcement in academic areas, to keyboard skills, word processing, use of graphics and publication.

Do you have music, art and physical education programs?  Music and art are taught in all classrooms and include both practical application and appreciation education.  Physical education is taught at all levels by the classroom teacher.

 How do your students do in high school?  Transition to high school can be complicated for any young person.  Upon graduation, our students attend all local area high schools and make the adjustment with confidence.

Do you have a sports program?  St. Peter Lutheran School is a member of the South Suburban Lutheran Athletic League.  We compete in boys' basketball (grades 4-8), and girls' volleyball (grades 4-8).  In addition, we offer cheerleading and track.

Are there opportunities for parent participation?  Parents are encouraged to assist in many ways, including, helping in our library, at recess, with sports programs, as well as special activities and events. We have an active Parent-Teacher League.

Do you have extended care? St. Peter operates a Before and After School Care program at a minimal cost for enrolled students. 

Do you have bus service?  Although we do not have bus service, many parents car pool.

 
    

Education with a Foundation for over 137 Years

St. Peter Lutheran School    310 North Broadway  Joliet IL 60435  

email stpeterlutheranschool@comcast.net   (815) 722-3567

Claudia Pautz, Principal