You don’t need research to tell you that a child’s early years are a crucial period of learning and development. You see it every day in your child. At Bethel Lutheran School, we care for each young child in ways that are appropriate to his or her age and level of development - helping them all get a strong foundation for learning and growth.
Our preschool provides full-day and part-time nurturing and well-structured programs for three and four year olds. Our classes are designed to fit a wide range of family schedules. (See Tuition and Fees for class options.) Our caring attentive staff creates a love for learning in our young students. Classrooms are designed to offer a wide range of choices to match the interests of each child. Parents value the special attention their children receive.
Preschool students participate in age appropriate developmental practices, which focus on Christian education and skill development. Our program for three year olds teaches social skill development and foundation skills in reading, math, writing, and science through lessons that encourage playful interaction. Our program for four year olds develop social skills, listening skills, following directions, writing, and reading through planned learning activities and materials that are age appropriate.
Summer Programs: Year Round Learning
Bethel Lutheran School provides a Christian Summer Day Camp of discovery and skill development for preschool and elementary children. Both programs, although separate, are organized in a fun,interactive day camp format with some academics included. Weekly themes add to the enjoyment for everyone.
ELEMENTARY
Vision for the Future
Curriculum for the Whole Child
Elementary grade instruction continues to build on the foundational skills taught in preschool. Inclusion of enrichment courses add to the education of a well-rounded child.
Academics meet or exceed current California curriculum standards. Our experienced, dedicated, and caring teachers employ effective and appropriate instructional methods.
Christian beliefs and values are taught and modeled through Bible instruction, prayers, songs, and chapel participation.
Art encourages creativity and self-expression, utilizing the elements of art and a variety of media and styles. Students currently attend art twice monthly. Class includes not only an art project, but lessons on famous artists and methods.
Music class features voice, music theory, and various instruments.
Physical Education is geared toward total fitness training and health, skill development, and emphasizes good sportsmanship.
Spanish instruction promotes cultural awareness and provides foundational skills for learning another language.
Computer and Technology class includes keyboarding, research, current document and spreadsheet programs, and internet use, are provided in our computer lab.
Library offers the opportunity for students to learn about how a library works, have quiet reading time, and to take advantage of our ARP (Accelerated Reading Program) that encourages reading and improved comprehension.
Elementary Extended Care: Home Away from Home
Bethel offers both before and after care as the extended care program for our elementary students. The program operates before and after school and during some non-instructional days to help accommodate family schedules. Before and After Care provides homework rooms, various art and craft activities, cooking projects, science exploration, computer/technology sessions, organized games, and music.
Summer Programs: Year Round Learning
Bethel Lutheran School provides a Christian Summer Day Camp of discovery and skill development for preschool and elementary age children. Both programs, although separate, are organized in a fun, interactive day camp format with some academics included. Weekly themes and field trips add to the enjoyment for everyone. Please click on Summer Program from the homepage for more information on the 2010 summer camps.
