Topeka Lutheran School was accredited by National Lutheran Schools Accreditation in 2001. The school is fully accredited by the State of Kansas and it complies with the rules and regulations governing the education of students. Teachers at TLS are certified by the state of Kansas.

Curriculum

The programs at Topeka Lutheran School are well-balanced to promote each child's academic, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual development. Our elementary school offers a rich and varied curriculum based on the guidelines of the State of Kansas and the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod. Our students learn to recognize Jesus Christ as the one and only means by which we are saved. Through daily Bible instruction and weekly chapel services, students develop greater Biblical understanding and are encouraged to use the teachings of Jesus Christ as a guide for daily living.

Admissions

POLICIES AND REQUIREMENTS

Although Topeka Lutheran School is maintained and operated primarily for the children of the congregations affiliated with the Lutheran School Association, Topeka, Kansas, it is eager to provide a Christian education for the children of any interested family. Since available facilities limit the number that can be enrolled, the categories of church membership listed below have been established to determine eligibility for admission. Because Topeka Lutheran School doesn’t have special education classes, the school may not be able to meet all children’s needs. Topeka Lutheran School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

Order of Admissions:
1. Children whose parents are members of the congregations affiliated with the Lutheran School Association, Topeka, Kansas, regardless of class size.
2. Tuition students who have been enrolled previous years.
3. Tuition students whose parents have no church affiliation, only if the class size is under 25.
4. Tuition students whose parents hold membership in other churches, only if the class size is under 25.

Entrance Requirements:
1. Each new pupil must fill out an application form supplying information needed for transfer of the pupil's permanent record.
2. Applicants for Kindergarten must be five years of age on or before the 31st day of August.
3. For 1st grade, they must be six years of age on or before the 31st day of August.
4. Children entering a Kansas school for the first time shall be immunized as required by Kansas Statute prior to entrance to school.
5. If transferring from another school, students may not attend classes until transcripts have been received.
6. All enrollments are conditional for the first six weeks to determine if Topeka Lutheran School can serve the educational needs of the child and to evaluate the grade placement.
7. Children whose parents are are not members of congregations affiliated with the Lutheran School Association, Topeka, KS, shall pay tuition as prescribed by the Board of Christian Education. Tuition payments are due the first school day of each month.
8. Parents of children who are unchurched or members of churches other than sister congregations shall be encouraged to enroll in adult courses of our Lutheran Church in order to become acquainted with the religious instruction given to the children.
9. The scholastic rating of the school previously attended will be honored.
10. Children shall submit to and accept training in the teaching of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, taken from the Bible, as taught at Topeka Lutheran School.
11. Children shall conduct themselves as becomes Christian children, so that under the instruction, training, and admonition of the faculty they will also be a positive spiritual influence on other children.
12. Children shall comply with all rules and regulations of the school, so as to insure operation of the school in an efficient and orderly manner.
13. Continued enrollment in the school shall be conditioned by the child's academic, social and emotional behavior.
14. Parents must cooperate with the school as together they work to serve the best interest of their child. In the event of disagreements and misunderstandings, the rules of Matt. 18 shall serve as our Christian guidelines in coming to a God-pleasing solution.

Registration & Fees

FEES
       All fees and the first month's payment for tuition or family support must be paid on or before Registration Day unless special arrangements have been made through the Principal. If you are unable to be present on Registration Day, contact the office to register prior to the beginning of school. Enrollment, Family Support or Tuition, and other fees are payable on the first day of each month.

AFTER SCHOOL CARE
      After school care is available from 3:30-5:30 for K-8 students.   Children who have not been picked up by 3:30 PM will automatically go to After School Care.   After school care rates: $8.00 per day, per child.   Students picked up after 5:30 PM will be charged a late pick-up fee of $10.00 for every 15 minutes/child.

BOOK DAMAGE
      Students returning books that are not usable will be charged the full price of the book. The staff will assess damage charges.

ENROLLMENT FEES
      The enrollment fee is $150.00 for K-8. This fee will cover the cost of all textbooks, workbooks, and instructional materials. Bible, catechisms, and hymnals may be purchased at school.

FAMILY SUPPORT
      Families who are members of one of the churches which form the Association contribute a monthly support fee of varying amounts, depending on church membership.

TUITION
      Families who are not members of one of the churches which form the Association are expected to pay a tuition fee. Parents will need to contact the school office. Half Day Preschool is offered at the K-* campus and is $135.00/mo. for Monday-Wednesday-Friday sessions.

HOT LUNCH PROGRAM
      A hot lunch is available every school day. Twenty meals may be purchased through the TLS Lunch Program at a cost of $1.95/lunch or 20 for $39 for grades K-4, and $2.00/lunch or 20 for $40 for grades 5-8. Milk is furnished with the hot lunch and may be purchased by those who bring lunches for 30 cents each or 20 milks for $6.00. We strongly encourage the drinking of milk with all lunches. Visitor's meals cost $3.00 per meal. The office should be notified by 9:30 AM to order visitor lunchs. Prices may be subject to change as necessary. See enrollment packet or go to school office for information regarding free and reduced cost meal benefits. Bring application form to registration if applicable.

INSURANCE
      The school's liability insurance does provide supplemental accident insurance coverage. Please contact the school if there is a need.