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	SCHOOL THEME FOR 2008-2009 "HEART, MIND, BODY, AND SOUL FITNESS" -- based on Hebrews 12:1 which says, "Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, AND LET US RUN WITH PERSEVERANCE THE RACE SET BEFORE US.

INTRODUCING GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL
GREETINGS! Welcome to Grace Lutheran School, Pinellas County, Florida's FIRST Lutheran parochial school. It is our privilege to share with you the Christian values, educational programs, and extracurricular activities that make Grace Lutheran School a unique educational institution. Our school provides a solid base and anchor for your child's whole life by teaching them about their Savior and His great love for them. We believe that your child will be highly motivated in the environment that Grace Lutheran School provides. The teachers are committed to the success of each child. It is our desire to work with you as partners in developing your child to be a faithful, strong, positive, and successful member of society as well as a disciple for Jesus Christ.

GRACE VINE ONLINE TOPICS AS OF AUGUST 29, 2008 Click here to view the current school news. Faculty Members Observe Career Milestones. . . Ice Cream Social Big Hit! . . . Save Those Box Tops and Campbell's Soup Labels! . . . "Think Green" Invention Convention on the Horizon. . . Paper Recycling Project for Ronald MacDonald House. . . "Grandparents Day" Coming Soon! . . .

OUR PHILOSOPHY Founded in 1956, as a ministry of Grace Lutheran Church of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod, we promote academic excellence through a strong partnership between home, school, and church. The Christian education that we share embraces all aspects of a child's development from preschool through eighth grade. It is our mission to provide a stimulating environment for intellectual, physical, social, spiritual, emotional, and artistic growth. With the guidance of the Holy Spirit, Grace Lutheran School strives to create disciples for Christ. We are blessed to be able to nurture the relationship of our students and their families with our loving Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

PRESCHOOL AND PREKINDERGARTEN PROGAMS Grace Lutheran School offers a curriculum designed to build a strong academic foundation. Beginning in Preschool, our children learn to discover a world that lies beyond home. The Preschool Center designs activities to help your child develop a positive learning experience. Activities are in the context of fun and are interactive to meet your child's needs.

VOLUNTEER PREKINDERGARTEN We are pleased to announce that Grace Lutheran School has been qualified to provide a V.P.K. (Voluntary Prekindergarten) program. The program allows a parent to enroll his or her eligible child (four years old by September 1, and residing in Florida) in a free V.P.K. program. It places no limit on the number of children served by each provider, and it is each provider's decision of how many children to serve. The V.P.K. program began in the 2005-2006 school term. To acquire more information about the program or to enroll your child, you may pre-apply for the VPK program at http://www.vpkflorida.org. Parents are encouraged to check that Website periodically for updates. Florida law prohibits V.P.K. providers from discriminating against children or their parents on the ground of race, color, or national origin, including the refusal to admit a child to the VPK program.

KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM The Kindergarten program incorporates phonics, motor skills, spatial relationship, physical fitness, and the arts for a wonderful and exciting first year.

ELEMENTARY DEPARTMENT The Grace Lutheran Elementary Department (Grades 1-5) offers more opportunities for your child to grow. From computer technology to language arts, we provide an active and challenging learning experience.

MIDDLE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT The Middle School (Grades 6-8) curriculum is an advanced study of language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, physical education, Spanish, and computer technology. We also offer specialty electives in art, band, drama, health, and chorus.

EXTENDED CARE SERVICES Extended Care Services (Click here.) Grace Lutheran School offers an "Extended Care Program" before and after school hours. Various mini-camps are offered during the holiday seasons. Summer camp is also available. Check out the "Extended Care Program" by clicking on the link at the top of this section or by clicking on the Co-Directors' names on the "Faculty/Staff Index" page.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Extracurricular activities are available to students in the fields of music, drama, athletics, and special programs. Vocal choirs, handbell choirs, and band instruction are offered at various grade levels. The athletic activities include baseball, basketball, golf, soccer, volleyball, track and field. Grace Lutheran School also offers special, enriching programs such as Builders Club (Kiwanis), Chess Club, National Junior Honor Society, Rocket Club, and the Middle School Youth Group.