History

Trinity First Lutheran School was founded by the members of Trinity First Lutheran Church in 1859. With the exception of six years during the Depression and World War II, the school has continued to offer Christian education to its member as well as non-members. The importance of providing the finest "Christ-centered" education is emphasized by the fact that, although the church and school remain in a location near the down-town area, relocating was dismissed in the face of community need.

Seeing their mission as one of outreach and serving the Phillips and surrounding communities, Trinity First has, over the past 20 years, expanded its area of service to beyond their immediate church community. The student body represents children and families from various racial, religious, and soci-economica areas. All of these are combined to create a learning, working, and growing atmosphere in Christ.

Purpose

Trinity First Lutheran School is an integral part of the total ministry of Trinity First Lutheran Church. The school ministries see, to provide quality Christ-centered education for children and their families in a nurturing setting that is sensitive tot he cultural and economic diversity of our community. The school seeks to develop the child's total potential by cultivating his or her talents and skills for responsible Christian living as an individual and as a member of Christ's family and our society.

Objectives

Since its opening in 1859 until today, the main objective of Trinity First has remained solid and unchanged. Trinity First endeavors to provide students with a solid Christian education for furthering schooling and life.

It is the purpose of Christian education to:

• Strengthen the influence of the home
• Strive for excellence in education in a Christian setting
• Share the Christian faith in the world

God promises: Train up a child in the way that he should go; and when he is old, he will not depart from it. -Proverbs 22:6

Elementary School

• Professional Licensed Staff
• Curriculum:    religion, language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, art, music, physical education, outdoor education
• Small Student / Teacher Ratio
• Close Parent / Teacher Relationships
• On-site Title I Tutoring
• Iowa Basic Achievement Testing
• School Uniforms
• Computer Technology
• Computerized Library Program
• Nutritious Meal Program
• Field Trips
• Athletics
• Free Busing Within South Minneapolis
• Parent Involvement

Preschool

• State Licensed Program
• Professional Staff
• Small Student / Teacher Ratio
• Close Parent / Teacher Relationships
• Meal Program
• Computer Technology
• Learning Centers: math/science, library/listening, art/writing, puzzles/games, dramatic play, hands-on learing, blocks/manipulatives
• Religion
• Music
• Large and Small Motor Activities
• Reading Readiness
• Multicultural Activities
• Naps

Family Support Programming

• Parent Education and Support
• Family Arts and Crafts
• Family Dinners and Fellowship
• Family Devotions
• Community Resource Referrals

Summer Reading Club

• A July 1st - 31st Children's Program
• Promotion of reading and mathematic skills
• Food
• Music Camp with St. Thomas Music Academy
• Computer Technology
• Field Trips

"Trinity First 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, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school administered programs."

If you are interested in visiting Trinity First Lutheran Church and School, please feel free to call or write us at:

Trinity First Lutheran School
1115 East 19th Street
Minneapolis  MN  55404-2035
612-871-2353