About Christ Our Rock LHS

Christ Our Rock Lutheran High School has been developed to serve all interested high school students in the upper Kaskaskia area.  It offers all of the general academic courses needed for students to prepare themselves for college or the workforce, as well as programs in fine arts, computer technology, athletics, and more!  However, CORLHS differs from public schools in the manner that spiritual development is a major emphasis.  CORLHS is a place where God’s love in Christ permeates every aspect of the school!

 

CORLHS is committed

                          to helping students…

 

Grow Spiritually through…

-         daily theology classes

-         morning devotions

-         weekly chapel worship services

-         opportunities to serve others and share their faith

-         encouraging Christian teachers

-         an atmosphere of Christian love that permeates all school programs

 

Grow Academically through…

-         challenging academic standards

-         small classes that provide individualized attention

-         a curriculum that focuses on the core subjects

-         integrated state-of-the-art technology

-         a unique dual credit program with Kaskaskia College

 

Grow Into Well-Rounded Individuals   

   through…

-         athletic programs

-         opportunities in instrumental and vocal music, drama, and art

-         student council, leadership training service projects and more!

 

 

The fully developed Christ Our Rock Lutheran High School Graduate will be…

 

n      Prepared for and confident in facing his/her future.

n      Proud of his/her school and education.

n      Well-rounded through experience in various curricular disciplines and participation in various extra-curricular activities.

n      Encouraged through strong friendships and mentor relationships with teachers.

n      Growing in his/her personal relationship with the Triune God and capable of articulating this faith to others.

n      Spiritually strong, theologically sound, and motivated to serve the church and community.

n      Socially and morally responsible, having met high expectations of conduct.

n      Understanding of stewardship.

n      Leading a life that reflects his/her love for Jesus Christ.

n      Ready to multiply his/her leadership skills and attitude of service.

 

 

Throughout their education at CORLHS students are . . .

 

Challenged academically through:   

-          A focus on the core subjects of English, science, math, and social studies. 

-          A curriculum that pushes students to acquire more in-depth knowledge.

-          More demanding graduation requirements.

-          All of the classes needed to prepare them for college, including upper level math and sciences.

-          Additional elective courses from Kaskaskia College and the Illinois Virtual High School.

 

Encouraged in their faith walk through:

-          Daily devotions, prayer, theology classes.

-          An atmosphere of Christian love.

-          An emphasis on Christian values.

 

Cared for through:

-          A positive, safe environment.

-          Individualized attention.

-          Teachers who know each student.

 

Guided through the maturation process by:

-          Teachers and mentors who model Christ.

-          Programs that develop leadership skills and attitudes of service.

 

 

Top Seven Reasons to consider CORLHS

7. You want a school that proactively communicates with parents.

6. You want your child to develop leadership skills and an attitude of service.

5. You want a school that reinforces the Biblical values that you teach your children at home.

4. You want your child to have a Christian perspective and Christian mentors as they chart their course for life after high school.

3. You want your child to be able to participate in a wide variety of activities.

2. You want your child to be surrounded by positive Christian influences, especially during the high school years when temptation to make unhealthy life decisions is at its greatest.

1. Because Jesus Christ is the center of everything that happens at Christ Our Rock Lutheran High School.

 

CORLHS has . . .

 

-         Prayer partners who lift our school and students up before God on a daily basis.

-         A detailed application process to ensure that students are positive influences on their peers.

-         Opportunities in extra-curricular activities for everyone who wishes to participate.

-         A flexible dress code

-         Christian conduct expectations based on three principles: be respectful, be restrained, and be responsible