Staff Directory

Our entire staff at Zion Lutheran School is committed to providing the very best, individualized approach and care to educating every student. Our educators answer a calling to be teachers – it is what God’s plan is for them, and they are dedicated to serving the Lord in this way. Our teachers average more than 15 years of classroom experience and they work hard to ensure each child feels important[…]

Staff Directory

Our entire staff at Zion Lutheran School Belleville is committed to providing the very best, individualized approach and care to educating every student. Our educators answer a calling to be teachers – it is what God’s plan is for them, and they are dedicated to serving the Lord in this way.

Our teachers average more than 15 years of classroom experience and they work hard to ensure each child feels important, accepted, safe and supported, no matter the hill or valley a student is experiencing. Because every child is unique, each staff member at ZLS brings a different, yet extremely valuable set of skills to our school, beginning with their commitment to meeting every child’s needs.

School Administrative Office

Ananda Baron
Principal
abaron@zionschoolbelleville.org

Erica Stelling
Admissions and marketing director
estelling@zionschoolbelleville.org

Terri Marino
Administrative assistant
tmarino@zionschoolbelleville.org

Lorrie Spear
Administrative assistant
lspear@zionschoolbelleville.org

Teaching Staff

Preschool Program Staff

Jennifer Dinkelman
Director of Early Childhood/Teacher
jdinkelman@zionschoolbelleville.org

Molly Baechle
Preschool 4s
mbaechle@zionschoolbelleville.org

Jaimee Brunkhorst
Preschool 4s
jbrunkhorst@zionschoolbelleville.org

Jeanine Young
Preschool 3s (Tue-Thurs)
jyoung@zionschoolbelleville.org

Aleisha Heard
Blended Class Preschool Teacher
aheard@zionschoolbelleville.org

K-8th Grade Staff

Dan Griffith
Kindergarten
dgriffith@zionschoolbelleville.org

Keri Ziegler
Kindergarten
kziegler@zionschoolbelleville.org

Liz Cleveland
1st grade
lcleveland@zionschoolbelleville.org

Carrie Ill
1st grade
cill@zionschoolbelleville.org

Chrissy Haynes
2nd grade
chaynes@zionschoolbelleville.org

Beth Lotz
2nd grade
blotz@zionschoolbelleville.org

Jenny Barradas
3rd grade
jbarradas@zionschoolbelleville.org

JP Schmid
3rd grade
jschmid@zionschoolbelleville.org

Lynae Hoercher
4th grade
lhoercher@zionschoolbelleville.org

Sara Mudd
5th grade homeroom
smudd@zionschoolbelleville.org

Larisa Redman
5th grade homeroom
lredman@zionschoolbelleville.org

Janel Mueller
6th grade homeroom, technology coordinator
jmueller@zionschoolbelleville.org

Allison Davis
6th-8th grade Science
adavis@zionschoolbelleville.org

Amber Hackstadt
7th grade homeroom & Math RTI
ahackstadt@zionschoolbelleville.org

Jim Ledebuhr
8th grade homeroom
jledebuhr@zionschoolbelleville.org

Mrs. Lindsay Middendorff
7th & 8th grade English
lmiddendorff@zionschoolbelleville.org

Jenifer Heimann
7th & 8th grade Literature
jheimann@zionschoolbelleville.org

Jamie Lewis
Resource Teacher
jlewis@zionschoolbelleville.org

Paige Esser
Director of Music Education
pesser@zionschoolbelleville.org

School Support Staff

Dave Bennett
Head custodian
dbennett@zionbelleville.org

Terrie Breedlove
Art coordinator (volunteer)
tbreedlove@zionschoolbelleville.org

Melissa Papka
School librarian
mpapka@zionschoolbelleville.org

Andrew Eicholz
1st-4th grade PE
aeicholz@zionschoolbelleville.org

Kitchen Staff

Julie Kienitz
Director of food services
jkienitz@@zionschoolbelleville.org

Rene Owens
School chef and summer program co-director
rowens@zionschoolbelleville.org

Laure Reisa
lreisa@zionschoolbelleville.org

Rachel Ashley
rashley@zionschoolbelleville.org

Preschool Teachers’ Assistants

Katy Bates
kbates@zionschoolbelleville.org

Macey Marino
mmarino@zionschoolbelleville.org

Mandy Pyles
mpyles@zionschoolbelleville.org

Miranda Bennett
mbennett@zionschoolbelleville.org

Jenny Resper
jresper@zionschoolbelleville.org

Extended School Care Staff

Dawn Holcomb
Extended School program coordinator
dholcomb@zionschoolbelleville.org

Church Senior Staff

Pastor Brian Downs
Senior pastor
bdowns@zionbelleville.org

Pastor Chris Spelbring
Associate pastor
cspelbring@zionbelleville.org

Dawn Tayon
Music minister
dtayon@zionbelleville.org

Jill Batchelder
Children’s Ministry & Community Outreach Dir.
jbatchelder@zionbelleville.org

Tim Reeb
Business administrator
treeb@zionbelleville.org

KerriAnn Schmid
Director of Family Ministry (DCE)
kschmid@zionbelleville.org

Church Administrative Office

Carol Kalkwarf
Church office administrator
ckalkwarf@zionbelleville.org

Melanie Meyer
Business office
mmeyer@zionbelleville.org

Linda Moeller
Administrative assistant
lmoeller@zionbelleville.org

Zion Lutheran School News

Athletics News

XC Teams Place at Zion Annual Meet

October 13, 2021
A first-place finish for our girls and a 3rd-place finish for our boys at the Zion Annual XC Invite held at Belleville West HS on October 12. Congrats to all our runners. Next up...the Lutheran...
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Admissions Events & Announcements News

Join us! Kindergarten Readiness Night

October 12, 2021
Wondering what your child needs to be ready for Kindergarten? This night's for you! Topics discussed will include academic, emotional, and social readiness, which can make for a successful Kindergarten experience. You'll hear from our...
Read More
Events & Announcements News

Dine to Donate October

October 7, 2021
Dine out by purchasing food on Thursday, Oct. 28 at Papa John's Pizza in East Belleville (Carlyle Ave) and support Zion Lutheran School & Church youth.
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News

October Lunch Menu

October 5, 2021
Our October Lunch Menu is now available. Lunch is currently set through Oct. 21. Click here to view the October Lunch Menu
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All School Church News

Love & Logic Parenting Class – Register Today!

October 5, 2021
NEW CLASS STARTING SOON! PARENTING THE LOVE & LOGIC WAY Wednesdays, Oct. 13-Nov. 17, 6:30-8 p.m. A powerful class led by a trained Love and Logic® facilitator and Zion School parent, Jaime Brinkmann! Great for...
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Church Events & Announcements News

Family Movie Night at Zion

September 29, 2021
Family Movie Night is coming to Zion. Mark your calendars for Friday, Oct. 8 as we gather for a fun evening on the church lawn. Parking lot opens at 6:30 pm, movie starts at 7...
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News Service

Operation Christmas Child

September 29, 2021
ZLS' mission project for the 2021-22 school year is once again Operation Christmas Child. This program has been in existence since 1993 and it supports needy children around the world, providing a shoebox filled with:...
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Events & Announcements News

Chic-fil-a Night for ZLS

September 20, 2021
This month's Dine to Donate is Thursday, Sept. 23 from 4 - 7 p.m.  Please join us at the Green Mount Commons Chic-fil-a between those times and a portion of your bill will be donated...
Read More
Athletics News

XC Teams Place at Zion Annual Meet

October 13, 2021
A first-place finish for our girls and a 3rd-place finish for our boys at the Zion Annual XC Invite held at Belleville West HS on October 12. Congrats to all our runners. Next up...the Lutheran...
Read More
Admissions Events & Announcements News

Join us! Kindergarten Readiness Night

October 12, 2021
Wondering what your child needs to be ready for Kindergarten? This night's for you! Topics discussed will include academic, emotional, and social readiness, which can make for a successful Kindergarten experience. You'll hear from our...
Read More
Events & Announcements News

Dine to Donate October

October 7, 2021
Dine out by purchasing food on Thursday, Oct. 28 at Papa John's Pizza in East Belleville (Carlyle Ave) and support Zion Lutheran School & Church youth.
Read More
News

October Lunch Menu

October 5, 2021
Our October Lunch Menu is now available. Lunch is currently set through Oct. 21. Click here to view the October Lunch Menu
Read More
All School Church News

Love & Logic Parenting Class – Register Today!

October 5, 2021
NEW CLASS STARTING SOON! PARENTING THE LOVE & LOGIC WAY Wednesdays, Oct. 13-Nov. 17, 6:30-8 p.m. A powerful class led by a trained Love and Logic® facilitator and Zion School parent, Jaime Brinkmann! Great for...
Read More
Church Events & Announcements News

Family Movie Night at Zion

September 29, 2021
Family Movie Night is coming to Zion. Mark your calendars for Friday, Oct. 8 as we gather for a fun evening on the church lawn. Parking lot opens at 6:30 pm, movie starts at 7...
Read More
School Spotlight

Kindergarten Show and Tell

August 30, 2021
It is a tried and true tradition that most parents can remember from when they were in Kindergarten - Show and Tell! It is something we still do at Zion Lutheran School Belleville as each...
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News School Spotlight

Dine to Donate – Chipotle

August 18, 2021
Dine to donate is back and this month kicks off our school year and monthly opportunities to dine out and support Zion Lutheran Church Youth and Zion Lutheran School. Join us August 31 at Chipotle...
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News School Spotlight

Welcome Aleisha Heard!

July 28, 2021
It is our pleasure to introduce our new preschool teacher for the 21-22 school year, Mrs. Aleisha Heard! Mrs. Heard comes to us from Oklahoma and can't wait to be in the classroom, teaching our...
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News School Spotlight

Welcome Paige Esser!

July 28, 2021
Let's give a big welcome to Mrs. Paige Esser, our new Director of Music Education who will start working at Zion this upcoming school year. She can't wait to meet everyone at Zion and build...
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School Spotlight

Welcome Mrs. Mudd – 5th Grade

July 20, 2021
It is our pleasure to introduce another new staff member to Zion Lutheran School - Mrs. Sara Mudd, who will be teaching 5th grade homeroom/religion, 5th & 6th grade math, 5th grade science.     What...
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School Spotlight

Introducing Mrs. Young – Preschool 3 Teacher

July 13, 2021
It is our pleasure to introduce the "new" preschool 3 teacher for the upcoming school year, Mrs. Jeannine Young.  Mrs. Young is no stranger to Zion's preschool as she filled in for Mrs. Kintz last...
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School Spotlight

Welcome Jen Dinkelman, New Preschool Director

July 7, 2021
Please join us in welcoming Mrs. Jen Dinkelman as our new Preschool Director at ZLS. Jen comes to us with years of experience in early childhood education and is most looking forward to growing in...
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News School Spotlight

Spiritwear Shop Now Open

June 7, 2021
Spiritwear Shop now open! The School Spiritwear store is now open.  New design options are available. Visit the link below to purchase. Store is open until July 26th.  Enjoy updating you Zion Wear. Click here...
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School Spotlight

Kindergarten Show and Tell

August 30, 2021
It is a tried and true tradition that most parents can remember from when they were in Kindergarten - Show and Tell! It is something we still do at Zion Lutheran School Belleville as each...
Read More
News School Spotlight

Dine to Donate – Chipotle

August 18, 2021
Dine to donate is back and this month kicks off our school year and monthly opportunities to dine out and support Zion Lutheran Church Youth and Zion Lutheran School. Join us August 31 at Chipotle...
Read More
News School Spotlight

Welcome Aleisha Heard!

July 28, 2021
It is our pleasure to introduce our new preschool teacher for the 21-22 school year, Mrs. Aleisha Heard! Mrs. Heard comes to us from Oklahoma and can't wait to be in the classroom, teaching our...
Read More
News School Spotlight

Welcome Paige Esser!

July 28, 2021
Let's give a big welcome to Mrs. Paige Esser, our new Director of Music Education who will start working at Zion this upcoming school year. She can't wait to meet everyone at Zion and build...
Read More
School Spotlight

Welcome Mrs. Mudd – 5th Grade

July 20, 2021
It is our pleasure to introduce another new staff member to Zion Lutheran School - Mrs. Sara Mudd, who will be teaching 5th grade homeroom/religion, 5th & 6th grade math, 5th grade science.     What...
Read More
School Spotlight

Introducing Mrs. Young – Preschool 3 Teacher

July 13, 2021
It is our pleasure to introduce the "new" preschool 3 teacher for the upcoming school year, Mrs. Jeannine Young.  Mrs. Young is no stranger to Zion's preschool as she filled in for Mrs. Kintz last...
Read More
News Student Spotlight

Upcoming 8th Grader Wins EPIC Award

June 23, 2021
One of our upcoming 8th graders, Landon Baack, was awarded the EPIC Award at the Illinois State Science Fair. His project was titled The Effects of Different Disinfectants on the Growth of Bacteria. Way to...
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School Spotlight Student Spotlight

Shaving Cream Letters & Numbers

April 15, 2021
What better way to learn how letters and numbers but with shaving cream. Our 3-year old preschoolers had fun with the soft stuff today, learning through play!
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News Service Student Spotlight

8th Grader Named LESA’s 2021 Lutheran Student Christian Leader

April 8, 2021
Anna Spelbring, an eighth-grader at Zion Lutheran School in Belleville, has been named Lutheran Student Christian Leader of the Year by the St. Louis-based Lutheran Elementary School Association (LESA). The award, which includes a $500 scholarship underwritten by the Lutheran Church Extension Fund,...
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News Student Spotlight

Biography Bottle Projects Complete!

February 23, 2021
Vice President Kamala Harris, Jackie Robinson, Willie O’Ree...just some of the names of the remarkable people our 4th graders learned about through their Bottle Biography Projects. The projects are now complete. Great job, #ZionLions!
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News Student Spotlight

Biography Bottles for Black History Month

February 4, 2021
In recognition of Black History Month, our fourth graders are working on a Biography Bottle Project. Each student chose an historical figure, researched the individual's contributions to the civil rights movement and is putting together...
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All School Service Student Spotlight

Operation Christmas Child

February 2, 2021
Our students spent a morning in December putting together boxes for Operation Christmas Child. It was part of a whole church and school service project. Students brought in items that were then packed and shipped...
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All School Events & Announcements News Student Spotlight

Spirit Wear Store

February 2, 2021
Zion School Store Zion Lutheran Spirit Wear 2021 Winter/Spring Online ordering for Zion Lutheran Spirit Wear 2021 Winter/Spring Sale ends on Monday February 22nd, 2021 (11:59pm CST)
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News Student Spotlight

4th Grade STEM Activities

September 29, 2020
Our 4th graders have been busy with STEM activities in the classroom, like making a boat out of apples, foil and paper towel rolls and building a Lego tower to hold a baseball. Hands-on learning...
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News Student Spotlight

Upcoming 8th Grader Wins EPIC Award

June 23, 2021
One of our upcoming 8th graders, Landon Baack, was awarded the EPIC Award at the Illinois State Science Fair. His project was titled The Effects of Different Disinfectants on the Growth of Bacteria. Way to...
Read More
School Spotlight Student Spotlight

Shaving Cream Letters & Numbers

April 15, 2021
What better way to learn how letters and numbers but with shaving cream. Our 3-year old preschoolers had fun with the soft stuff today, learning through play!
Read More
News Service Student Spotlight

8th Grader Named LESA’s 2021 Lutheran Student Christian Leader

April 8, 2021
Anna Spelbring, an eighth-grader at Zion Lutheran School in Belleville, has been named Lutheran Student Christian Leader of the Year by the St. Louis-based Lutheran Elementary School Association (LESA). The award, which includes a $500 scholarship underwritten by the Lutheran Church Extension Fund,...
Read More
News Student Spotlight

Biography Bottle Projects Complete!

February 23, 2021
Vice President Kamala Harris, Jackie Robinson, Willie O’Ree...just some of the names of the remarkable people our 4th graders learned about through their Bottle Biography Projects. The projects are now complete. Great job, #ZionLions!
Read More
News Student Spotlight

Biography Bottles for Black History Month

February 4, 2021
In recognition of Black History Month, our fourth graders are working on a Biography Bottle Project. Each student chose an historical figure, researched the individual's contributions to the civil rights movement and is putting together...
Read More
All School Service Student Spotlight

Operation Christmas Child

February 2, 2021
Our students spent a morning in December putting together boxes for Operation Christmas Child. It was part of a whole church and school service project. Students brought in items that were then packed and shipped...
Read More
Spiritual Spotlight

SYATP 2021

October 5, 2021
On Wednesday, Sept. 22, Zion Lutheran School families gathered to pray at the pole for the annual See You at the Pole event. “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.” James‬...
Read More
Church News Spiritual Spotlight

2021 National Lutheran Schools Week

April 22, 2021
2021 National Lutheran Schools Week at ZLS April 25th-30th, 2021 Everyday there will be a praise rally starting at 8:30 am. Here are the live stream links to our YouTube Channel where you can join...
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight

Prayer at the Pole

October 6, 2020
We were so fortunate to be able to gather together as a whole school community at this year’s Prayer at the Pole.  
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight

See You At The Pole

September 10, 2019
It’s about one simple thing—STUDENTS in PRAYER. Our Zion Lutheran Church & School Family joined together for this year’s See You At The Pole on Wednesday, Sept. 25. Beautiful morning and beautiful way to start...
Read More
All School Alumni News Spiritual Spotlight

Voice of Truth Tradition at Graduation

May 17, 2019
It’s a tradition unique to Zion and a favorite. The Advanced Choir performance of Voice of Truth sung tonight at our 8th grade graduation with current students and alumni.
Read More
All School News School Spotlight Spiritual Spotlight

National Lutheran Schools Week 2019

December 6, 2018
National Lutheran Schools Week kicks off on Sunday, Jan. 27th with our All School Open House. Following that event, the school week will be filled with special praise rallies, a school-wide art and community service...
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight Student Spotlight

You Are Special – 7th Graders Lead Chapel

November 20, 2018
Well done, 7th graders, leading today’s Thanksgiving Chapel, and re-telling the story “You Are Special” by Max Lucado. It is a beautiful story that reminds us that we are precious to God just the way...
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight Student Spotlight

Fourth Grade Kicks off Student-led Chapel

September 5, 2018
Our fourth graders came back from Labor Day and got the week going with our first, student-led chapel of the school year. Awesome skits, songs and more were a part of their message – all...
Read More
Spiritual Spotlight

SYATP 2021

October 5, 2021
On Wednesday, Sept. 22, Zion Lutheran School families gathered to pray at the pole for the annual See You at the Pole event. “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.” James‬...
Read More
Church News Spiritual Spotlight

2021 National Lutheran Schools Week

April 22, 2021
2021 National Lutheran Schools Week at ZLS April 25th-30th, 2021 Everyday there will be a praise rally starting at 8:30 am. Here are the live stream links to our YouTube Channel where you can join...
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight

Prayer at the Pole

October 6, 2020
We were so fortunate to be able to gather together as a whole school community at this year’s Prayer at the Pole.  
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight

See You At The Pole

September 10, 2019
It’s about one simple thing—STUDENTS in PRAYER. Our Zion Lutheran Church & School Family joined together for this year’s See You At The Pole on Wednesday, Sept. 25. Beautiful morning and beautiful way to start...
Read More
All School Alumni News Spiritual Spotlight

Voice of Truth Tradition at Graduation

May 17, 2019
It’s a tradition unique to Zion and a favorite. The Advanced Choir performance of Voice of Truth sung tonight at our 8th grade graduation with current students and alumni.
Read More
All School News School Spotlight Spiritual Spotlight

National Lutheran Schools Week 2019

December 6, 2018
National Lutheran Schools Week kicks off on Sunday, Jan. 27th with our All School Open House. Following that event, the school week will be filled with special praise rallies, a school-wide art and community service...
Read More
Alumni

Alumni Spotlight – Ashley (Keel) Shalenko

July 31, 2021
We love to spotlight our former students in our Alumni Spotlight, and today’s featured alum is Ashley (Keel) Shalenko. Student: Ashley (Keel) Shalenko Hometown: Belleville Current residence: Belleville Years at Zion: Kindergarten-8th grade (1994-2003) Favorite...
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Alumni

Alumni Spotlight – Allison (Sehr) Davis

July 24, 2021
Today's Alumni Spotlight feature is on our incredible staff member and former (and current) Zion Lion, Mrs. Allison (Sehr) Davis. Student: Allison (Sehr) Davis Hometown: Freeburg, IL Current residence: Belleville Years at Zion: Pre-K 3...
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Alumni

Alumni Spotlight – Kristin (Reeb) Wardlaw

July 17, 2021
This week's Alumni Spotlight features Kristin (Reeb) Wardlaw, owner of Heavenly Rhythm Dance Studio in Collinsville. Name: Kristin (Reeb) Wardlaw Hometown: Belleville, IL Current Residence: Edwardsville, IL Years at Zion: Class of 1997 Favorite memory:...
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Alumni

Alumni Spotlight – Kristi Edwards

July 10, 2021
It is our pleasure to bring you an Alumni Spotlight feature each week and this week, we get to fill you in on ZLS Alum Kristi Edwards, Class of 1988! Name: Kristi Edwards Hometown: Belleville,...
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Alumni

Alumni Spotlight – Taylor (Keel) Kaschke

July 3, 2021
We love to spotlight our former students in our Alumni Spotlight, and today's featured alum is Taylor (Keel) Kaschke. Student: Taylor (Keel) Kaschke Hometown: Belleville Current residence: Springfield, IL Years at Zion: Kindergarten (2000) -...
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Alumni

Alumni Spotlight – Kate Peters

June 26, 2021
We love to spotlight our former students in our Alumni Spotlight, and today's featured alum is Kate Peters! Student: Kate Peters Hometown: Belleville Current residence: Belleville and Murray, KY Years at Zion: 2007-2016, K-8th Favorite...
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Alumni

Alumni Spotlight – Joyce (Stortzum) Tucker

June 12, 2021
We are so proud of our alumni at Zion Lutheran School Belleville, and we are dedicated to sharing the good news of what our former students are up to these days.  Today we hear from...
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Alumni

Alumni Spotlight – Ronald Klein

June 5, 2021
It is our pleasure to bring you an alumni spotlight each week and this week we introduce you to Ronald Klein, Class of 1964. Ronald Klein was confirmed at Zion 1964 and graduated in June...
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Spiritual Spotlight

SYATP 2021

October 5, 2021
On Wednesday, Sept. 22, Zion Lutheran School families gathered to pray at the pole for the annual See You at the Pole event. “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.” James‬...
Read More
Church News Spiritual Spotlight

2021 National Lutheran Schools Week

April 22, 2021
2021 National Lutheran Schools Week at ZLS April 25th-30th, 2021 Everyday there will be a praise rally starting at 8:30 am. Here are the live stream links to our YouTube Channel where you can join...
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight

Prayer at the Pole

October 6, 2020
We were so fortunate to be able to gather together as a whole school community at this year’s Prayer at the Pole.  
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight

See You At The Pole

September 10, 2019
It’s about one simple thing—STUDENTS in PRAYER. Our Zion Lutheran Church & School Family joined together for this year’s See You At The Pole on Wednesday, Sept. 25. Beautiful morning and beautiful way to start...
Read More
All School Alumni News Spiritual Spotlight

Voice of Truth Tradition at Graduation

May 17, 2019
It’s a tradition unique to Zion and a favorite. The Advanced Choir performance of Voice of Truth sung tonight at our 8th grade graduation with current students and alumni.
Read More
All School News School Spotlight Spiritual Spotlight

National Lutheran Schools Week 2019

December 6, 2018
National Lutheran Schools Week kicks off on Sunday, Jan. 27th with our All School Open House. Following that event, the school week will be filled with special praise rallies, a school-wide art and community service...
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight Student Spotlight

You Are Special – 7th Graders Lead Chapel

November 20, 2018
Well done, 7th graders, leading today’s Thanksgiving Chapel, and re-telling the story “You Are Special” by Max Lucado. It is a beautiful story that reminds us that we are precious to God just the way...
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight Student Spotlight

Fourth Grade Kicks off Student-led Chapel

September 5, 2018
Our fourth graders came back from Labor Day and got the week going with our first, student-led chapel of the school year. Awesome skits, songs and more were a part of their message – all...
Read More
All School News Spiritual Spotlight

2018 NLSW Celebration Video

January 29, 2018
https://player.vimeo.com/video/253320120
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All School News Spiritual Spotlight

Our Stylish Teachers Prepare You for NLSW

January 17, 2018
Our teachers put together a little promo video, showed to our students during today’s chapel (1/17) – getting everyone geared up and ready for #NLSW2018! https://www.youtube.com/embed/hRSv-kNONig
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Admissions Events & Announcements News

Join us! Kindergarten Readiness Night

October 12, 2021
Wondering what your child needs to be ready for Kindergarten? This night's for you! Topics discussed will include academic, emotional, and social readiness, which can make for a successful Kindergarten experience. You'll hear from our...
Read More
Events & Announcements News

Dine to Donate October

October 7, 2021
Dine out by purchasing food on Thursday, Oct. 28 at Papa John's Pizza in East Belleville (Carlyle Ave) and support Zion Lutheran School & Church youth.
Read More
Church Events & Announcements News

Family Movie Night at Zion

September 29, 2021
Family Movie Night is coming to Zion. Mark your calendars for Friday, Oct. 8 as we gather for a fun evening on the church lawn. Parking lot opens at 6:30 pm, movie starts at 7...
Read More
Events & Announcements News

Chic-fil-a Night for ZLS

September 20, 2021
This month's Dine to Donate is Thursday, Sept. 23 from 4 - 7 p.m.  Please join us at the Green Mount Commons Chic-fil-a between those times and a portion of your bill will be donated...
Read More
Events & Announcements News

See You At The Pole 2021

August 30, 2021
See You at the Pole™ 2021 will be Wednesday, Sept 22, 2021. There are two opportunities to unite in prayer. On Wed, Sept 22, join us at 7:55 am local time at our flagpole in...
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Events & Announcements News

School Picture Day – Sept. 14

August 30, 2021
School picture day is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 14. Get your haircuts, comb that hair and come dressed to impressed! More information to come on how to order photos. But mark your calendars now for...
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Events & Announcements News

21-22 School Calendar now available

July 6, 2021
The 2021-22 School Events Calendar is now available! Check it out and mark up your calendars to stay on top of days off and in-service days throughout our school year. 2021-22 School Events Calendar
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Events & Announcements News

Spiritwear & Dress Code Rummage Sale

June 17, 2021
Come shop some gently used spirit wear and dress code items and get your child's attire ready for the upcoming school year. Sale taking place by the bell tower located near the church. Inside the...
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Spiritual Spotlight

SYATP 2021

October 5, 2021
On Wednesday, Sept. 22, Zion Lutheran School families gathered to pray at the pole for the annual See You at the Pole event. “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.” James‬...
Read More
Church News Spiritual Spotlight

2021 National Lutheran Schools Week

April 22, 2021
2021 National Lutheran Schools Week at ZLS April 25th-30th, 2021 Everyday there will be a praise rally starting at 8:30 am. Here are the live stream links to our YouTube Channel where you can join...
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight

Prayer at the Pole

October 6, 2020
We were so fortunate to be able to gather together as a whole school community at this year’s Prayer at the Pole.  
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight

See You At The Pole

September 10, 2019
It’s about one simple thing—STUDENTS in PRAYER. Our Zion Lutheran Church & School Family joined together for this year’s See You At The Pole on Wednesday, Sept. 25. Beautiful morning and beautiful way to start...
Read More
All School Alumni News Spiritual Spotlight

Voice of Truth Tradition at Graduation

May 17, 2019
It’s a tradition unique to Zion and a favorite. The Advanced Choir performance of Voice of Truth sung tonight at our 8th grade graduation with current students and alumni.
Read More
All School News School Spotlight Spiritual Spotlight

National Lutheran Schools Week 2019

December 6, 2018
National Lutheran Schools Week kicks off on Sunday, Jan. 27th with our All School Open House. Following that event, the school week will be filled with special praise rallies, a school-wide art and community service...
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News Spiritual Spotlight Student Spotlight

You Are Special – 7th Graders Lead Chapel

November 20, 2018
Well done, 7th graders, leading today’s Thanksgiving Chapel, and re-telling the story “You Are Special” by Max Lucado. It is a beautiful story that reminds us that we are precious to God just the way...
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Fourth Grade Kicks off Student-led Chapel

September 5, 2018
Our fourth graders came back from Labor Day and got the week going with our first, student-led chapel of the school year. Awesome skits, songs and more were a part of their message – all...
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All School News Spiritual Spotlight

2018 NLSW Celebration Video

January 29, 2018
https://player.vimeo.com/video/253320120
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All School News Spiritual Spotlight

Our Stylish Teachers Prepare You for NLSW

January 17, 2018
Our teachers put together a little promo video, showed to our students during today’s chapel (1/17) – getting everyone geared up and ready for #NLSW2018! https://www.youtube.com/embed/hRSv-kNONig
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Join us! Kindergarten Readiness Night

October 12, 2021
Wondering what your child needs to be ready for Kindergarten? This night's for you! Topics discussed will include academic, emotional, and social readiness, which can make for a successful Kindergarten experience. You'll hear from our...
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Now Enrolling for 2021-22 School Year

February 2, 2021
Enrollment is now open for new students for the 2021-22 school year. To get started with our enrollment process, fill out an inquiry form. We are currently accepting students Preschool - 8th grade for the...
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All School Open House

January 7, 2021
Come visit us this January 31st Our All School Open House will be held on Sunday, January 31st from 12:30-2:30 p.m. OPEN HOUSE IS FULL. Please contact us at 618-234-0275 to schedule a private tour....
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Now Enrolling for the 2020-21 School Year

March 8, 2020
Whether you are just starting the journey of school or you are looking for a change, consider Zion Lutheran School for your family.  We’re a preschool 2- 8th grade school focused on academic excellence and...
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Limited Space Available – 2-Year Old Preschool at ZLS

July 31, 2018
Just a few spots remain in our brand-new, preschool 2-year old classroom at Zion Lutheran Preschool so the time is now to take advantage of this new program! The program will operate in the same...
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Now Enrolling – 2018-19 School Year

May 22, 2018
Zion Lutheran School is now accepting applications for admissions for the 2018-19 school year.  We delight in the opportunity to educate your children. To begin the process, please complete the application at the link provided. Upon...
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Illinois State Tax Credit Scholarship Info

February 27, 2018
In October 2017, The State of Illinois passed the “Invest in Kids Act” to help provide families with scholarships to attend the school of their choice in the state of Illinois. This program offers a...
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Spiritual Spotlight

SYATP 2021

October 5, 2021
On Wednesday, Sept. 22, Zion Lutheran School families gathered to pray at the pole for the annual See You at the Pole event. “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.” James‬...
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Church News Spiritual Spotlight

2021 National Lutheran Schools Week

April 22, 2021
2021 National Lutheran Schools Week at ZLS April 25th-30th, 2021 Everyday there will be a praise rally starting at 8:30 am. Here are the live stream links to our YouTube Channel where you can join...
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News Spiritual Spotlight

Prayer at the Pole

October 6, 2020
We were so fortunate to be able to gather together as a whole school community at this year’s Prayer at the Pole.  
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News Spiritual Spotlight

See You At The Pole

September 10, 2019
It’s about one simple thing—STUDENTS in PRAYER. Our Zion Lutheran Church & School Family joined together for this year’s See You At The Pole on Wednesday, Sept. 25. Beautiful morning and beautiful way to start...
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All School Alumni News Spiritual Spotlight

Voice of Truth Tradition at Graduation

May 17, 2019
It’s a tradition unique to Zion and a favorite. The Advanced Choir performance of Voice of Truth sung tonight at our 8th grade graduation with current students and alumni.
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All School News School Spotlight Spiritual Spotlight

National Lutheran Schools Week 2019

December 6, 2018
National Lutheran Schools Week kicks off on Sunday, Jan. 27th with our All School Open House. Following that event, the school week will be filled with special praise rallies, a school-wide art and community service...
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News Spiritual Spotlight Student Spotlight

You Are Special – 7th Graders Lead Chapel

November 20, 2018
Well done, 7th graders, leading today’s Thanksgiving Chapel, and re-telling the story “You Are Special” by Max Lucado. It is a beautiful story that reminds us that we are precious to God just the way...
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight Student Spotlight

Fourth Grade Kicks off Student-led Chapel

September 5, 2018
Our fourth graders came back from Labor Day and got the week going with our first, student-led chapel of the school year. Awesome skits, songs and more were a part of their message – all...
Read More
All School News Spiritual Spotlight

2018 NLSW Celebration Video

January 29, 2018
https://player.vimeo.com/video/253320120
Read More
All School News Spiritual Spotlight

Our Stylish Teachers Prepare You for NLSW

January 17, 2018
Our teachers put together a little promo video, showed to our students during today’s chapel (1/17) – getting everyone geared up and ready for #NLSW2018! https://www.youtube.com/embed/hRSv-kNONig
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News Service

Operation Christmas Child

September 29, 2021
ZLS' mission project for the 2021-22 school year is once again Operation Christmas Child. This program has been in existence since 1993 and it supports needy children around the world, providing a shoebox filled with:...
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8th Grader Named LESA’s 2021 Lutheran Student Christian Leader

April 8, 2021
Anna Spelbring, an eighth-grader at Zion Lutheran School in Belleville, has been named Lutheran Student Christian Leader of the Year by the St. Louis-based Lutheran Elementary School Association (LESA). The award, which includes a $500 scholarship underwritten by the Lutheran Church Extension Fund,...
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Loading Up!

March 30, 2021
Loading Up! Our students took time on this beautiful day to load up the trucks that will take the more than 7,000 food items collected in the month of March to our local food pantry....
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Food Drive Reaches 4,500+ Items

March 23, 2021
Our student council sponsored food drive and plastic bag donations have reached a new level with more than 4,500 items donated to date. We are taking donations through Friday, March 26, so don't forget to...
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STUCO Food Drive

February 23, 2021
Our student council is hosting a food drive in the month of March. Students are encouraged to bring in non-perishable food items between March 1 -26, for the local food pantry.  Donations will be dropped...
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All School News Service

Food Drive for 100th Day

February 2, 2021
Can we donate 100 items of food for the 100th day of school? We sure can! Our kindergarten classes were challenged with bringing in items to donate to the local food bank - 100! -...
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All School Service Student Spotlight

Operation Christmas Child

February 2, 2021
Our students spent a morning in December putting together boxes for Operation Christmas Child. It was part of a whole church and school service project. Students brought in items that were then packed and shipped...
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News Service

ZLS Food Drives – Help us feed the hungry!

February 2, 2021
FILL THE BUS FOOD DRIVE – Preschool – 4th Grade Fill the Bus Food Drive We are joining Belleville Public Schools, the Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce Members and AmeriCorps in a service project to...
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Spiritual Spotlight

SYATP 2021

October 5, 2021
On Wednesday, Sept. 22, Zion Lutheran School families gathered to pray at the pole for the annual See You at the Pole event. “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.” James‬...
Read More
Church News Spiritual Spotlight

2021 National Lutheran Schools Week

April 22, 2021
2021 National Lutheran Schools Week at ZLS April 25th-30th, 2021 Everyday there will be a praise rally starting at 8:30 am. Here are the live stream links to our YouTube Channel where you can join...
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight

Prayer at the Pole

October 6, 2020
We were so fortunate to be able to gather together as a whole school community at this year’s Prayer at the Pole.  
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight

See You At The Pole

September 10, 2019
It’s about one simple thing—STUDENTS in PRAYER. Our Zion Lutheran Church & School Family joined together for this year’s See You At The Pole on Wednesday, Sept. 25. Beautiful morning and beautiful way to start...
Read More
All School Alumni News Spiritual Spotlight

Voice of Truth Tradition at Graduation

May 17, 2019
It’s a tradition unique to Zion and a favorite. The Advanced Choir performance of Voice of Truth sung tonight at our 8th grade graduation with current students and alumni.
Read More
All School News School Spotlight Spiritual Spotlight

National Lutheran Schools Week 2019

December 6, 2018
National Lutheran Schools Week kicks off on Sunday, Jan. 27th with our All School Open House. Following that event, the school week will be filled with special praise rallies, a school-wide art and community service...
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight Student Spotlight

You Are Special – 7th Graders Lead Chapel

November 20, 2018
Well done, 7th graders, leading today’s Thanksgiving Chapel, and re-telling the story “You Are Special” by Max Lucado. It is a beautiful story that reminds us that we are precious to God just the way...
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight Student Spotlight

Fourth Grade Kicks off Student-led Chapel

September 5, 2018
Our fourth graders came back from Labor Day and got the week going with our first, student-led chapel of the school year. Awesome skits, songs and more were a part of their message – all...
Read More
All School News Spiritual Spotlight

2018 NLSW Celebration Video

January 29, 2018
https://player.vimeo.com/video/253320120
Read More
All School News Spiritual Spotlight

Our Stylish Teachers Prepare You for NLSW

January 17, 2018
Our teachers put together a little promo video, showed to our students during today’s chapel (1/17) – getting everyone geared up and ready for #NLSW2018! https://www.youtube.com/embed/hRSv-kNONig
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Athletics

Girl’s Volleyball Competes in Peoria

October 13, 2021
The girl's volleyball team at Zion competed in the annual Christ Peoria Volleyball Tournament Columbus Day weekend. The Lions won a couple games and also lost a couple, but had fun learning and playing together....
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Athletics

Zion Baseball Season Recap

October 13, 2021
The 2021 Zion Baseball Season concluded on Sept. 28 with a 4-14 loss to the Trinity Eagles in the Lutheran Conference Tournament played at the Jackie Joyner Kersee Center in East St. Louis. The Lions...
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Athletics News

XC Teams Place at Zion Annual Meet

October 13, 2021
A first-place finish for our girls and a 3rd-place finish for our boys at the Zion Annual XC Invite held at Belleville West HS on October 12. Congrats to all our runners. Next up...the Lutheran...
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Athletics

Cross Country @ ZLS!

August 30, 2021
The cross country season kicked off on Saturday, August 28 , when the teams competed in the first meet. Top 15 finishes on the girls side and strong performances for the boys were highlights. Way...
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Athletics

Conference Track Meet 2021

May 11, 2021
Congrats to our student athletes that competed  in the Lutheran Conference Meet on May 1. Eighth grader Marlon won the 100, 200 and 400 while one of our 7th graders, Jace, qualified for the state...
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Athletics News

Boy’s VB Team is State Champs!

November 4, 2019
Our boy’s volleyball was crowned Lutheran State Champions on Sunday, Nov. 3. This was our school’s first-ever boy’s volleyball state championship.  Our Zion Lions defeated East Dundee-Immanuel 25-21, 25-20 to win the championship, which was...
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Athletics News Student Spotlight

MELHS Field Day 2018

September 18, 2018
It’s a tradition for our 3rd and 4th graders – Metro East Lutheran High School Field Day. Our students participated in fun activities throughout the day, competing with and against each other and other students...
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Athletics News

Boys/Girls Basketball Teams Conference Champs!

February 5, 2018
The 2017-18 boys and girls 7/8th grade basketball teams at Zion Lutheran School won their conference championships, Saturday, Feb. 5 at Metro East Lutheran High School. Way to go, #ZionLions!
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Spiritual Spotlight

SYATP 2021

October 5, 2021
On Wednesday, Sept. 22, Zion Lutheran School families gathered to pray at the pole for the annual See You at the Pole event. “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.” James‬...
Read More
Church News Spiritual Spotlight

2021 National Lutheran Schools Week

April 22, 2021
2021 National Lutheran Schools Week at ZLS April 25th-30th, 2021 Everyday there will be a praise rally starting at 8:30 am. Here are the live stream links to our YouTube Channel where you can join...
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight

Prayer at the Pole

October 6, 2020
We were so fortunate to be able to gather together as a whole school community at this year’s Prayer at the Pole.  
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight

See You At The Pole

September 10, 2019
It’s about one simple thing—STUDENTS in PRAYER. Our Zion Lutheran Church & School Family joined together for this year’s See You At The Pole on Wednesday, Sept. 25. Beautiful morning and beautiful way to start...
Read More
All School Alumni News Spiritual Spotlight

Voice of Truth Tradition at Graduation

May 17, 2019
It’s a tradition unique to Zion and a favorite. The Advanced Choir performance of Voice of Truth sung tonight at our 8th grade graduation with current students and alumni.
Read More
All School News School Spotlight Spiritual Spotlight

National Lutheran Schools Week 2019

December 6, 2018
National Lutheran Schools Week kicks off on Sunday, Jan. 27th with our All School Open House. Following that event, the school week will be filled with special praise rallies, a school-wide art and community service...
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight Student Spotlight

You Are Special – 7th Graders Lead Chapel

November 20, 2018
Well done, 7th graders, leading today’s Thanksgiving Chapel, and re-telling the story “You Are Special” by Max Lucado. It is a beautiful story that reminds us that we are precious to God just the way...
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight Student Spotlight

Fourth Grade Kicks off Student-led Chapel

September 5, 2018
Our fourth graders came back from Labor Day and got the week going with our first, student-led chapel of the school year. Awesome skits, songs and more were a part of their message – all...
Read More
All School News Spiritual Spotlight

2018 NLSW Celebration Video

January 29, 2018
https://player.vimeo.com/video/253320120
Read More
All School News Spiritual Spotlight

Our Stylish Teachers Prepare You for NLSW

January 17, 2018
Our teachers put together a little promo video, showed to our students during today’s chapel (1/17) – getting everyone geared up and ready for #NLSW2018! https://www.youtube.com/embed/hRSv-kNONig
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All School Church News

Love & Logic Parenting Class – Register Today!

October 5, 2021
NEW CLASS STARTING SOON! PARENTING THE LOVE & LOGIC WAY Wednesdays, Oct. 13-Nov. 17, 6:30-8 p.m. A powerful class led by a trained Love and Logic® facilitator and Zion School parent, Jaime Brinkmann! Great for...
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Church Events & Announcements News

Family Movie Night at Zion

September 29, 2021
Family Movie Night is coming to Zion. Mark your calendars for Friday, Oct. 8 as we gather for a fun evening on the church lawn. Parking lot opens at 6:30 pm, movie starts at 7...
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Worship Times at Zion

August 30, 2021
Starting Sunday, Sept. 5, worship times at Zion Lutheran Church on Sunday return to the times of 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. The 8 a.m. worship service is a traditional service, while the 10:30 a.m....
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Connected to Christ Small Group – Join us!

August 30, 2021
Small groups and a five-week sermon series kick off on Sept. 12 as we launch Connected to Christ - Overcoming Isolation through Community. Join us for this limited-edition, special series by joining a small group....
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VBS at Zion

May 11, 2021
At God's Wonder Lab, VBS, your children look into the Bible, God's Holy Word, and discover that Jesus does the impossible, giving us eternal life with Him! Jesus shows that He is God with amazing miracles....
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Church School Spotlight

Teacher Feature – Mrs. Jill Hasstedt

April 30, 2021
Today's Teacher Feature is Mrs. Jill Hasstedt, who after 27 years serving at Zion Lutheran Church and School, is retiring.  Thank you, Jill, for your commitment, care, love and dedication to the mission of our...
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Church News Spiritual Spotlight

2021 National Lutheran Schools Week

April 22, 2021
2021 National Lutheran Schools Week at ZLS April 25th-30th, 2021 Everyday there will be a praise rally starting at 8:30 am. Here are the live stream links to our YouTube Channel where you can join...
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Church News School Spotlight

Job Openings

April 22, 2021
Zion Lutheran School is currently seeking candidates for multiple open positions starting the 2021-22 school year. A school committed to growing minds, building character and connecting hearts in Christ, consider joining the ZLS team! OPEN...
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Spiritual Spotlight

SYATP 2021

October 5, 2021
On Wednesday, Sept. 22, Zion Lutheran School families gathered to pray at the pole for the annual See You at the Pole event. “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.” James‬...
Read More
Church News Spiritual Spotlight

2021 National Lutheran Schools Week

April 22, 2021
2021 National Lutheran Schools Week at ZLS April 25th-30th, 2021 Everyday there will be a praise rally starting at 8:30 am. Here are the live stream links to our YouTube Channel where you can join...
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight

Prayer at the Pole

October 6, 2020
We were so fortunate to be able to gather together as a whole school community at this year’s Prayer at the Pole.  
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight

See You At The Pole

September 10, 2019
It’s about one simple thing—STUDENTS in PRAYER. Our Zion Lutheran Church & School Family joined together for this year’s See You At The Pole on Wednesday, Sept. 25. Beautiful morning and beautiful way to start...
Read More
All School Alumni News Spiritual Spotlight

Voice of Truth Tradition at Graduation

May 17, 2019
It’s a tradition unique to Zion and a favorite. The Advanced Choir performance of Voice of Truth sung tonight at our 8th grade graduation with current students and alumni.
Read More
All School News School Spotlight Spiritual Spotlight

National Lutheran Schools Week 2019

December 6, 2018
National Lutheran Schools Week kicks off on Sunday, Jan. 27th with our All School Open House. Following that event, the school week will be filled with special praise rallies, a school-wide art and community service...
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight Student Spotlight

You Are Special – 7th Graders Lead Chapel

November 20, 2018
Well done, 7th graders, leading today’s Thanksgiving Chapel, and re-telling the story “You Are Special” by Max Lucado. It is a beautiful story that reminds us that we are precious to God just the way...
Read More
News Spiritual Spotlight Student Spotlight

Fourth Grade Kicks off Student-led Chapel

September 5, 2018
Our fourth graders came back from Labor Day and got the week going with our first, student-led chapel of the school year. Awesome skits, songs and more were a part of their message – all...
Read More
All School News Spiritual Spotlight

2018 NLSW Celebration Video

January 29, 2018
https://player.vimeo.com/video/253320120
Read More
All School News Spiritual Spotlight

Our Stylish Teachers Prepare You for NLSW

January 17, 2018
Our teachers put together a little promo video, showed to our students during today’s chapel (1/17) – getting everyone geared up and ready for #NLSW2018! https://www.youtube.com/embed/hRSv-kNONig
Read More