What Are Parents Saying?

 

“If not for the pandemic, our children would never have been enrolled at Zion. We first looked at Zion for the sole purpose of having them attend in-person learning. By their third week at Zion, we decided that Zion is where our kids belong. They will remain at Zion through 8th grade. We have seen a change in our children from the moment they started at Zion. This is a direct result of their hearing and retaining the teachings of Jesus. We enjoy seeing the leaps and bounds they are making in their learning and development this year. The patience and compassion of their teachers while working to ensure our children are excelling is more than we could ever ask for.” ~ Jacob and Amelia Sitze, parents of 3 Zion Bethalto students

 

“We felt an almost immediate peace as we entered Zion Lutheran School for the first time. Every teacher we met that day was phenomenal. Principal Snyder radiates positivity and wisdom. We were very impressed with all the project-based learning opportunities, access to technology, and the Christian atmosphere. We are looking forward to the positive role models for our children. People who share our values will be influencing and educating our children every day. We know our kids will thrive as students at Zion.” ~ Ken and Cindy Hoxsey, new family for the 2021-2022 school year at Zion Bethalto

 

Nolan and Shana Wright attended Zion Bethalto from Preschool through graduation from Grade 8. Now they have two children who are Zion students.
“Zion Bethalto is amplifying Christ in our children’s lives. We trust this school with our children.” — Nolan Wright
“We appreciate the school’s many advantages, including the family atmosphere, the strong academic and STEM experiences, and the value placed on social interactions and play. Our children are building a foundation of faith for every decision they will make in their lives.” — Shana Wright

 

Jason and Annie Warren value consistency between home and school for their two children.
“At Zion Lutheran School Bethalto, all conversation, discipline, and education focus on Christ. Our children are hearing about Christ from every angle in their lives.” — Jason Warren
“Teachers use teachable moments in the classroom to talk about how we can live our Christian faith. We’re thankful that our children are learning to follow Jesus’ example in daily life. When we aren’t with them during the day, we know what’s being taught to them.” — Annie Warren

 

Tim and Natalie Blasa chose Zion Bethalto elementary education for their two sons because they loved Zion’s Preschool experience.
“We are willing to make the sacrifices we need to make to send our sons to Zion. We can’t imagine them going anywhere else. They have things we never had when we were in public school. They have STEM lab and special classes that focus on more learning activities, like cooking and painting.” — Tim Blasa
“I’m learning about the Bible from my sons. As a family, we discuss the life lessons they are learning at Zion. Our family has no battles about going to school. Our boys are excited every morning.” — Natalie Blasa

 

Andrew and Kaleigh Rider are thankful for the faith-based education their two children are receiving at Zion Bethalto. Kaleigh is a Zion graduate.
“Zion supports us in our parenting. At Zion, our kids are allowed to be kids for a while longer with age-appropriate activities and standards for dress and appearance. We know their friends because they are together with them a lot from an early age.” — Kaleigh Rider
“Sending our children to Zion Bethalto is a commitment we are making to them for their future.” — Andrew Rider