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  • What classes do you offer?
    We offer 3-year-old preschool through 5th grade.
  • Do you offer before or after school care?
    Not at this time.
  • What is the student-teacher ratio?
    The student-teacher ratio varies from class to class and from year to year. Our preschool class maintains an 8:1 student to adult ratio. Our kindergarten through 5th grade classes have no more than 20 students.
  • Can I volunteer in my child's class?
    Yes! We encourage parents to work with their child’s teacher to determine the best way to help. All adults must complete a background check and short training before volunteering in the school.
  • How do you evaluate my child's progress?
    Each student's academic progress is monitored in numerous ways. Student growth and understanding is evaluated through classroom discussions, group projects, rubrics, individual assessments, and standardized assessments. By measuring student progress in these various ways, teachers gain a thorough understanding of a student's capabilities, depth of understanding, and areas to improve.
  • How much faith do you teach?
    The love and grace of Jesus is incorporated in all we do. All our classes participate in Chapel once a week. Grades 1-5 participate in Bible lessons with the Pastor twice a week. Scripture verses are also taught weekly.
  • Is Sunbeams connected to a church?
    Yes! Sunbeams Lutheran School is a ministry of Lutheran Church of the Cross. We are members of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod and the National Lutheran Schools Association. All families are invited to join us for Sunday worship services at 9:30 am. Sunday School and Adult Bible Class follow worship at 11:15. You can find more information by clicking 'Church' in the menu.
  • What are the entrance requirements for Preschool?
    Preschool students must be 3 years old by August 31st. They also must be able to use the bathroom completely independently.
  • My child still wears trainers/pull-ups. Is it ok for them to attend?
    All students need to be able to reliably use the toilet and clean themselves after use. Wearing pull-ups is not preferred.
  • What options do you have for preschool classes?
    Our morning preschool is in session from 9-12. You can choose M/W/F, Tu/Th, or M-F. Our afternoon preschool is in session from 12:45-3:30 on M/Tu/Th/F. You may choose 2 or 4 days a week.
  • How do I register my student?
    To register your child, click on ‘REGISTER’ at the top of the page. This will direct you to Sycamore – our student management program – to complete the enrollment process. Once finished, you will receive a confirmation email which will include instructions on how to pay your registration fees. All new families to Sunbeams will also need to meet with the school director to complete the enrollment process.
  • Are there scholarships available?
    Yes. Scholarship requests are considered on a case-by-case basis. Speak with the school director for more information. The amount available varies from year to year.
  • What are the entrance requirements for Kindergarten?
    Your child must be 5 years old before August 31st to enroll in kindergarten. All incoming kindergarteners must also complete a kindergarten readiness assessment.
  • What are the entrance requirements for Preschool?
    Preschool students must be 3 years old by August 31st. They also must be able to use the bathroom completely independently.
  • I need help with Sycamore. Do you have any help documents?
    Yes! New families can use the help document found HERE: Current Families can use the help document found HERE:
  • How do I pay registration fees/tuition?
    Registration fees may be paid via cash, check, or online here. Tuition can be paid with cash, check, or ACH withdrawal from your bank account.
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