News & Events


From the Desk of the Principal:

January 23rd, 20254

Better Together Sunday, November 10th

Dear Zion Family,

As we embrace the snowy and very cold weather this January, our students are also warming their hearts by learning about this month's character word: Comfort. Through daily announcements and Faith Family lessons, students are discovering how God comforts us in times of trouble and how we, in turn, can share His love and peace with others.

In their Faith Families, students have been exploring ways to provide comfort—whether by offering a kind word, being a good listener, or praying for someone in need. Our daily announcements have encouraged them to reflect on scripture and simple acts of kindness that can bring comfort to those around them.

Just as a cozy blanket or a warm cup of cocoa brings physical comfort in the winter months, we pray that our students continue to find and share the comfort that comes from God's never-ending love. We encourage you to talk with your children about what they are learning and find ways to practice offering comfort at home, in school, in church and for our community members.

Stay warm and may God's comfort be with you always!

In Christ,
Jamie Crouch
Zion Lutheran School Principal

Zion Sports

Upcoming Girls Basketball Games:

  • Jan. 27 - St. Paul Hamel: C 5pm
  • Jan. 28 - Conference Tournament @Holy Cross Collinsville: A 4:30pm

Upcoming Boys Basketball Games:

  • Jan. 25 - ALT @St. John Red Bud

Upcoming Co-Ed Basketball Games:

  • Jan. 27 - Litchfield: 3rd&4th 6pm / 5th&6th 7pm

Zion @ Lutheran Sports 2024 State Volleyball Tournament:

We're proud to share that our Zion athletes represented our school with endurance and determination this past weekend at the Lutheran Sports 2024 State Volleyball Tournament! Our Girls' team brought home 6th place, and the Boys' team took 7th place! Just as Hebrews 12:1-2 encourages us, 'Let us run with endurance the race that is set before us,' our students demonstrated commitment and perseverance in their efforts. We are grateful for their hard work and the support of their coaches and families. Great job, Zion athletes!"

Upcoming Baseball Games:

  • Sept. 26 Conference Tournament @ MELHS

Upcoming Girls Volleyball Games:

  • Nov. 1-3 - State Tournament

Upcoming Boys Volleyball Games:

  • Nov. 1-3 - State Tournament

School Apparel Shop

Your NEW 24/7 Zion Lutheran School Sideline Store is officially up and running. Stop reading and start shopping to score the latest fan wear and accessories. Get out there and cheer on your team. Go Zion Lutheran School! Visit the Store Here: ZLS Apparel Shop

Zion's Preschool and Kindergarten

We offer a 3-year-old preschool class which meets from 12:30-3 on Tuesday and Thursdays. We also offer two options for 4-year-old preschool. Our 4am class meets Monday-Friday from 8-11:20am and our 4pm class meets on Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons from 12:30-3pm. Children must be 3 on or before September 1, of the new school year to be eligible for the 3-year-old class and 4 on or before September 1, of the new school year to be eligible for the 4-year-old class. Full and part time daycare are also available for preschool age students.

Zion offers a full day Kindergarten program with before and after school care available. Children must be 5 on or before September 1, of the new school year to be eligible for Kindergarten. Registration forms for Kindergarten were available at the open house. If you have any questions regarding open house or registration please call the school office at 635-3060.

ZECEC Daycare Rates

Rates Updated February 3, 2025

Full Time daycare - $150.00 per week. (This includes preschool, daycare and hot lunch.) New Rate Effective-May

Full time means that your child attends daycare Monday-Friday. Parents who choose full time daycare are billed $150.00 per week for the duration of the school year including holidays or days your child does not attend. You will only be allowed one time during the school year to change from full time to part time or part time to full time.

Part time daycare - $36.00 a day for over 4 hours, $18.00 a day for under 4 hours. Lunch and preschool tuition is NOT included in part time daycare rates.

New School Visitor Policy

Any person visiting Zion Lutheran School from 6am - 6pm while school or daycare children are present must report to the office or daycare desk for a visitor sticker. All visitors staying in the building must sign in and out of the log book in the office.

Upcoming Events at ZLS
January 26
Praise Him Choirs Sings, 8am Service
February 2
Zion's 66th Annual Sausage Supper
February 8
Nothing Bundt Cake fundraiser order pickup
February 10
Board of Education Meeting
February 21
Youth Group Trivia Night