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Mission Statement: Leota Christian Schools mission is to help Christian parents rear their children by providing quality elementary education in grades K through 8 from a Biblical perspective and in a Christ-like atmosphere, which radiates the fruits of the Holy Spirit; love , joy, patience and peace, so that the children will be helped to serve God happily now and in the future.

School Hours: School hours are from 8:30 am to 3:15 pm, Monday through Friday

Membership: Leota Christian Elementary School is a member school in Christian Schools International. CSI serves schools united by a common commitment to providing a Christian education, which is directed by the Word of God.

Demographics: We have 29 students in grades K - 8. These students represent 17 families. These families represent 2 different churches from 2 denominations. These students come from rural towns within a 20 mile radius of Leota.

Faculty: The teachers work with the students in grades K-8 using a demanding academic program that includes required study in math, science, social studies, English, music, Bible and physical education.

Tuition Rates: $1992 for Kindergarten

$3320 for Grades 1- 8

Tuition Assistance: Assistance is available upon request

Admission Procedures: Admissions criteria include family support of our school philosophy, financial support of the school, an established church relationship, and a Christian commitment based on the infallible Word of God. Application for admission can be made through the school office. Leota Christian Elementary School admits students of any race, color, or national ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate in the administration of its education policies, admission programs, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school administered programs.

Lunch Program: Leota Elementary School participates in the Minnesota School lunch program. The cost of the meal plan is $50.00 per month. Some families who qualify may apply for free or reduced price lunches. The meal is the same as everyone else, but at a reduced price or free.

Transportation: No public transportation is provided. Families are reimbursed from the district at 60 cents per mile, round trip, twice a day.

Special Needs: The Title I Program is available for those who need extra help in reading or math.

Chapels: An important part of the spiritual and educational program of Leota Christian School is the chapel assemblies program. Chapel services are held once a week, and special assemblies are planned throughout the year.

Extra Curricular: Our students are involved in the following: Band, Basketball (boys and girls), Chapel, Choir, Recreational P.E., Soccer (boys) Track (boys and girls), Volleyball (girls), and Speech, Spelling and Writing Contest.

How is the school governed? Leota Elementary School is governed by a School Board. This board consists of constituents elected to 3 year terms of service. These constituents are nominated from various groups cooperating with the school. The entire society elects board members at the Annual Society Meeting.

Teacher Roster School Board Members

Linda Beckering Grades 1 & 2 Mike Mouw – President

Heidi Tschetter Grade 3 in Morning Mike Schaap –Treasurer

Grades 3 & 5 in Afternoon Todd Vis – Hot Lunch

Marlys Schuller Grades 5 & 6 in Morning Helen DeKam – Secretary

Grades 6, 7 & 8 in Afternoon Denny Vis – Vice President

Mary Van Hulzen Grades 7 & 8 in Morning Darla Feikema – Vicar

Shelli DeGroot Vocal Music Loren DeGroot

Karen VandenAkker Instrumental Music Cal Lubben

Julie Vis Cook

Brian Tschetter Administration

Challenging Our Students To Grow In Knowing, Loving

And Serving God And Others. II Peter 3:18