News & Events


Preschool & Kindergarten Open House

March 18th, 2025 - 7:00 pm

On Tuesday, March 18 at 7pm Zion Lutheran School will host an open house for parents interested in learning about Zion's Preschool and Kindergarten programs. We offer a 3-year-old preschool class which meets from 12:30-3 on Tuesday and Thursdays. Our 4am class meets Monday-Friday from 8-11:20am. Children must be 3 on or before September 1, 2025 to be eligible for the 3-year-old class and 4 on or before September 1, 2025 to be eligible for the 4-year-old class. Full and part time daycare are also available for preschool age students.

In order to be eligible for Kindergarten a child must be 5 on or before September 1, 2025. Zion offers full day Kindergarten with before and after school care available. Registration forms for Preschool and Kindergarten will be distributed at the open house along with the registration schedule for preschool registration. Registration will take place on Thursday, April 3, 2025 for Preschool while Kindergarten forms can be returned anytime after open house. Please consider attending to learn about the Christian education Zion has to offer.

If you have any questions regarding open house or registration please email Pam Kleckner at [email protected] or call the school office at 635-3060. Thank you, Pam Kleckner Preschool Teacher/Daycare Director and Kristi Cook KIndergarten Teacher

From the Desk of the Principal:

Share Your Zion Story!

We know life is busy, and taking time to fill out another form might feel like just one more thing on your to-do list. But your words matter! The best way for Zion to grow is through word-of-mouth, and your story could be the reason a new family chooses to become part of our Zion Family. Zion is updating our marketing materials and website, and we need your help. If Zion Lutheran School or Early Childhood Center has made an impact on your family, we would love to hear your personal testimony. Your words help future families see what makes our school so special!

We are also creating staff appreciation sections and would love to include kind words and powerful stories about our amazing teachers and staff. If a staff member has made a difference in your child's life, let us know! Please use the link below to share your testimonials and staff stories or email them to [email protected].

Please fill out some or all of the survey...your choice & thank you for helping us share the joy and mission of Zion!

Go to the Survey & Share Your Story!

In Christ,
Jamie Crouch
Zion Lutheran School Principal

Zion Sports

Upcoming Girls Basketball Games:

  • Feb. 13-15 - C Team Shootout Home

Upcoming Boys Basketball Games:

  • Feb. 14-16 - Peoria Tournament @ Christ Lutheran School Peoria

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
March 18
PreK & Kindergarten Open House
April 3
New Student Registration
May 7
Family Fun Night