Families qualify for tuition assistance when the ratio of tuition cost to income in the previous tax year is 10% or greater. This qualifies for all children in kindergarten through 8th grade.
One of the many blessings of a Lutheran education is the strong emphasis on art and its connection to our faith.
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She’s not a person. LESA is an organization with the mission to equip families, Lutheran Schools and faith communities for dynamic, Christ-centered education.
LESA’s Educational Resources Director, Laura Montgomery, was joined in the LESA office this week by Lindsey Weidner, Child of God Lutheran; Lois Eatherton, St. Paul’s Lutheran School; and Anthea Ybarra, Trinity Lutheran School, Edwardsville, to begin the creation process.
L to R: 1. Rev. Tom Schlund—LFCU Synod Relations; 2. Amanda Walker—CEO/President. Lutheran Federal Credit Union; 3. Laura Montgomery—LESA; 4. Lisa Waltenberger—Principal, Green Park Lutheran School; 5. Danielle Madsen— 3rd Grade Teacher, Green Park Lutheran School, pictured with her class.
We are pleased to announce that Danielle Madsen, 3rd Grade Teacher at Green Park Lutheran School, has been selected as one of our May honorees of the Adopt-A-Teacher program—a special initiative sponsored by Lutheran Federal Credit Union (LutheranFCU) in partnership with the Lutheran Elementary School Association (LESA).
The Adopt-A-Teacher program was created to support educators in Lutheran schools by providing financial resources to enhance their classroom environments. Principals from participating schools nominate teachers who demonstrate a strong commitment to student learning and embody the mission and vision of their school. This year, Danielle Madsen is recognized for her outstanding dedication and service to Lutheran education.
As one of 31 exceptional Lutheran educators honored this year, Danielle will soon receive a special package in the mail, which includes:
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An Amazon Gift Card ($125 or $250) to use in her classroom
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A T-shirt and other fun surprises!
The goal of the program is to recognize and encourage teachers like Danielle, who help students grow in their knowledge of God’s creation and His love. By providing these resources, LutheranFCU and LESA aim to further enrich the educational experience for students and support the dedicated professionals who inspire them every day.
Congratulations to Danielle and all the teachers honored for your unwavering commitment to your students and to the values of Lutheran education! Your dedication is deeply appreciated by our Lutheran community and beyond. More live adoptions will be announced in June!
We’d like to congratulate the educators honored during our 2025 Day of Giving with all gifts benefitting the Lutheran Elementary School Association (LESA). The gifts provided on our Day of Giving serve as a heartfelt tribute to educators, allowing our Lutheran community to honor their favorite teachers through donations.
With your help, the Annie Frey Show successfully exceeded the $15,000 goal, raising $16,662 to establish an endowment scholarship through the Lutheran Elementary School Association (LESA). This scholarship will provide ongoing support for Lutheran students, families, and schools in the St. Louis metropolitan area.
We are thrilled to announce that Heather Hemler, a Third Grade Teacher and Assistant Principal at St. Paul’s Des Peres Lutheran School, has been selected as the 2024 Emerson Excellence in Teaching Award recipient for the Lutheran Elementary School Association (LESA). Hemler will also serve at the LESA Teacher of the Year and will be honored at the 2024 LESA Auction on April 5, 2025.
