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Parent-Owned and Directed

Lancaster Christian School, founded by parents in 1954, is owned and operated by the parents whose children attend the school. The Board of Directors is comprised of parents elected by the membership of the Christian School Association of Lancaster, the governing body of the school. This structure facilitates the parents’ God-given role to be active in their children’s upbringing. School parents are encouraged to join the Christian School Association of Lancaster, which owns and operates the school.

Christ-Centered & Interdenominational

The centrality of Christ provides the framework for the educational process at LCS. All subjects are viewed through the lens of Scripture because all truth is God’s truth. This learning platform leads to a broad understanding of God’s purposes and enables students to properly integrate knowledge with conduct.

LCS welcomes families from diverse evangelical backgrounds and does not promote denominational distinctives. School families represent approximately 70 evangelical churches throughout the area.

K-12 Unified Program

The entire K-12 program is located on a single, unified campus. Parents are able to be consistently involved in the life of the school because all of their children are at the same location. Students build life-long friendships and have the opportunity to develop long-term relationships with faculty members. This unified program provides for stability and educational consistency across divisions and enhances the learning experience.

Experienced Faculty

LCS teachers bring an average of 14 years of experience to the classroom, demonstrating their commitment to students and to Christian education. Twenty-five percent of LCS teachers hold advanced degrees and 85% are certified through ACSI. Teachers view their work as a ministry and approach each day with a high degree of professionalism. These factors lead to a high level of confidence among parents and students.

Fully Accredited Program

LCS provides a fully accredited educational program. Certifications have been granted by Middle States Association (MSA), Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), and Mid-Atlantic Christian Schools Association (MACSA). This full accreditation assures educational quality and provides for systematic program re-evaluation. LCS is also affiliated with the National Institute for Learning Development (NILD).

Nurturing Community

LCS promotes a feeling of family, community and a sense of belonging. Within this safe and friendly environment, students are able to explore many educational opportunities and develop their God-given potential.

Enduring Legacy

LCS offers experience, stability and longevity over many generations. Current faculty members continue the pattern of excellence established since the founding of the school in 1954. We have had alumni of the school return as faculty and/or send their children to LCS, carrying on the traditions and heritage of the school.

Library

Separate elementary and secondary libraries house over 16,000 volumes. The school is a member of Power Library which has magazine indexes and many other databases and reference materials. The magazine indexes include EBSCO Host, SIRS Discoverer and others that contain full text articles. Power Library also includes ACCESS PA (a statewide consortium of libraries), a photography archive done by Associated Press and several health databases. The school also subscribes to a number of online databases that are of great help to our students when doing research assignments. All Internet usage is supervised by the librarian.

Computer Lab

The computer lab houses twenty computers for student use. Elementary students follow an integrated curriculum that teaches them basic computer skills and software applications. Students begin to learn keyboarding in 2nd grade and continue through 8th grade to reach proficiency. High school students are offered Computer Applications, Desktop Publishing, Adobe Photoshop and Computer Applications as well as independent studies.

Office Hours

8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday

School Day

Elementary: SMART & Recess from 8:00-8:30 a.m.; Classes from 8:30 a.m. – 2:50 p.m. Monday-Friday

Middle/High School: 8:10 a.m.–2:50 p.m. Monday–Friday

Kindergarten meets four full days, Monday–Thursday. An optional all-day Friday program is available based upon parental interest.

Security

During school hours, all outside doors are locked with the exception of the front door, where access to the school is monitored by the Welcome Center attendant.

Enrollment

Elementary School: 137; Middle School: 65; High School: 102

Average Class Size: Elementary School: 19; Middle School: 17, High School: 18

Dress Policy

LCS maintains a moderate policy based on modesty, neatness and cleanliness. Please refer to Student Handbook.

Transportation

The following school districts provide transportation to Lancaster Christian School: