St. Mark offers a quality preschool through eighth grade Christian education with an excellent teacher to student ratio.

The computer lab/media center offers technology instruction for students in grades one through eight.

The hot lunch program is operated in conjunction with the Minnesota Child Nutrition Department. About 95 percent of the students eat hot lunch daily.

On the yearly standard achievement test, the students in grades three through eight typically score about one to three years above the national average.

St. Mark Lutheran School offers a setting where the children are able to know all the students and teachers in the school, and the teachers are able to know all the students in the building. This creates a family type, caring community.

If this is what you are looking for in elementary education, or would like more information, please contact the school office at (952) 353-2464.

School Profile
Principal: Daniel Wacker; Grades: pre-k through eight; Enrollment: 42; Address: 211 Adams Ave. S., New Germany, MN 55367-0129; Phone number: (952) 353-2464; smsjschool@frontier.net

Zion Lutheran School
“Touching children’s lives through Christ in word and deed.”

This mission statement reflects our beliefs that Christ is present in our ministry, and that it is important to touch children’s lives in all that we do.

Teachers strive to integrate their faith and God’s Word in all aspects of the learning environment. This mission is not just present in our religion class, but in all our academics.

Our ministry includes making disciples of all the children that come to Zion Lutheran School so they can communicate the gospel message of Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior to everyone they meet.

Every day offers an opportunity to include God in all that we do, whether it’s in the classroom, on the playground, in chapel, on field trips, or in the lunchroom. An opportunity to share our faith is always open.

Included in this mission is our regular academic schedule. We teach our core subjects to students, preparing them for their future high school needs and beyond. With our small school atmosphere, students receive more one-on-one attention from our teachers, thus enhancing their learning environment. Quality time is spent on the needs of all our students.

Our teachers are trained through the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod program. All have valid Minnesota state licenses and stay up-to-date with educational improvements for use in their classrooms. They teach in their areas of certification, thus creating a more conducive learning environment.

Zion Lutheran School is the only elementary school in Mayer. It has the great opportunity to serve our fast-growing community. We offer many extra-curricular opportunities, including band and piano lessons, athletics, musicals, math and/or science fair, service projects, and much more. During the national Lutheran schools’ week in March, we offer many fun activities that students and families can participate in. There is always something to see and enjoy at Zion.

With the hopes of growing community and increased enrollment, both Zion school and church are planning on relocating in Mayer and expanding their physical facilities.

Zion offers the love of Jesus Christ to all students and families. Our goal is to touch every child that God entrusts to our care by teaching them to carry out the love of our Savior in all that they do and say, no matter what the circumstance. Our theme for this present school year is a very important verse that God gave to us, which is taken from Psalm 148:3: “Praise Him sun and moon; praise him all you shining stars.”

School Profile
Principal: Debra Kelzer; Grades: pre-k through eight; Enrollment: 80; Address: 209 Bluejay Ave., Mayer, MN 55630; Phone number: (952) 657-2339

Lutheran High School – Mayer
“Preparing the next generation of Christian leaders.”

Lutheran High School in Mayer is a Lutheran community committed to providing a foundation of Christian education. Students of all denominations are welcome in LHS.

Students commute from 52 surrounding communities (distances of up to 30 miles), including Hutchinson, Shakopee, Buffalo, and Wayzata.

Situated in a beautiful rural setting on 56 acres, the campus has an ever-expanding facility, including a 1997 addition of a modern fine arts facility.

The faculty members at Lutheran High School in Mayer are dedicated individuals committed to Christian education. They act as friends, advisors, coaches, and mentors to the students, in addition to providing a rigorous academic experience.

LHS’s student/faculty ratio is 14:1, allowing continuous opportunities for individual help and attention.

Technology opportunities at Lutheran High School-Mayer challenge students to stay current and knowledgeable in an ever-changing world.

Opportunities include exposure to digital photography, multi-media, digital presentations, and access to Internet sources in classrooms and the Media Center.

While more than 90 percent of Mayer Lutheran graduates continue their formal education beyond high school, the curriculum is designed to provide for all levels of learning.

Post-secondary opportunities, independent studies, and individual programs allow each student to build a challenging schedule to fit his or her individual interests and strengths.

Along with school activities, students are given many opportunities to develop new relationships, as well as maintain involvement with family, work, church, and community.

More than 90 percent of all students are involved in school-sponsored co-curricular activities including academics, National Honor Society, yearbook, chess, fine arts, mission trips, and more.

Athletics include football, volleyball, soccer, cross country, basketball, cheerleading, dance, wrestling, baseball, softball, track, and golf.

Busing is available from many locations including the Waconia, Chaska, Watertown, Excelsior, Wayzata, Howard Lake, and Glencoe areas. Assistance with car-pool arrangements is also provided.

In an effort to assist those families who wish to have their student enrolled at Lutheran High School Mayer, the school has made financial aid available to families on a need-basis only.

Last year, more than $125,000 was distributed for student aid. Application forms are available upon request.

School Profile
Executive Director: Joel Landskroeuer; Principal: Kevin Wilaby; Grades: nine through 12; Assistant Principal/Activities Director: Tim Bierbaum; Director of Spiritual Life: David Lane; Enrollment: 244; Athletic Conference: Minnesota River; Address: 305 5th St. NE, Mayer, MN 55360; Phone number: (952) 657-2251; www.lhsmayer.mn.org

Watertown-Mayer’s new elementary school for grades 1-5 will open for the '07-'08 school year.

The district is organized into four schools: a primary school for preschool and kindergarten students, an elementary school for students in grades one through five, a middle school for students in grades six through eight, and a high school with students in grades nine through 12.

The primary school is focused on providing a safe, nurturing environment for preschool and kindergarten students. There are various class options available for parents of preschool students. Kindergarten students may participate in either an all-day, everyday fee-based program or a three day per week program.

A new elementary school for grades one through five will open for the 2007-08 school year. Special effort is made to maintain effective class sizes for elementary students. All students participate in art, physical education, music, and computer literacy programs, which are taught by licensed specialists.

The middle school emphasizes the development of the whole child and includes a wide variety of exploratory experiences that help children develop more mature interests, academic capabilities, and athletic skills.

The middle school curriculum features special education programs, computer skill development opportunities, integrated curricular units, advisory experiences, exploratory days, and numerous support opportunities.

Co-curricular activities include: band, choir, drama, athletics, student government and community service projects. A team-teaching model, which allows for coordinated planning and intervention, supports these successful programs.

The high school offers a comprehensive curriculum in a four-period block schedule.

The curriculum includes College in the Schools, a mentor program, vocational programs, advanced math and science, and four years of Spanish and German.

The high school also offers a wide variety of extracurricular activities, including drama, speech, music, athletics, FFA, Business Professionals of America, Knowledge Bowl, Mock Trial, and others.

Athletic programs are supported by quality facilities such as an all-weather lighted track and field complex, lighted football and softball fields, and an indoor swimming pool.

Community Education programs include Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE), adult and youth enrichment classes, Kids’ Company school-age childcare, a Club Middle after-school program that provides homework help and recreational opportunities, a Red Cross swimming program, and other recreational opportunities.

District Profile
Superintendent: Karsten Anderson; ISD number: 111; Enrollment: 1,600; Number of Schools: three; District Office: 1001 Highway 25, Watertown, Minnesota 55388; Phone number: (952) 955-0200; www.wm.k12.mn.us

Watertown-Mayer High School
Principal: Scott G. Gengler; Grades: nine through 12; Enrollment: 520; Athletic Conference: Wright County; Phone number: (952) 955-0240

Watertown-Mayer Middle School
Principal: Scott E. Alger; Grades: six through eight; Enrollment: 380; Phone number: (952) 955-0210

Watertown-Mayer Elementary
Principal: Nick Guertin; Grades: one through five; Enrollment: 560; Phone number: (952) 955-0270

Watertown-Mayer Primary
Principal: Suzanne Busucker; Enrollment: 150; Phone: (952) 955-0270

Community Education Department: 952-955-0208

Waconia Public Schools
“Learning. . . From, With, and Through One Another”

Waconia Public Schools continue to be progressive in providing a quality education in a community that is enthusiastic about its growth and development. The district has a solid core curriculum that provides all students with excellent opportunities for high achievement.

District Profile
Superintendent: Dr. Jerry Kjergaard; ISD number: 110; Enrollment: 2,994; Number of Schools: four; District Office: 512 Industrial Blvd., Waconia, MN 55387; Phone number: (952) 442-0600; www.waconia.k12.mn.us

Clearwater Middle School
Principal: Peter Gustafson; Grades: five through eight; Enrollment: 902; Address: 1650 Community Drive, Waconia, MN 55387; Phone number: (952) 442-0650

Southview Elementary
Principal: Khuzana DeVaan; Grades: Pre-K through four ; Enrollment: 640; Address: 225 4th St West, Waconia MN, 55387; Phone number: (952) 442-0620

Waconia High School
Principal: Mark Fredericksen; Grades: nine through 12; Enrollment: 897; Athletic Conference: Wright County; Address: 1400 Community Drive, Waconia, MN 55387; Phone number: (952) 442-0670

Bayview Elementary
Principal: Chuck Anderson; Grades: Pre-K through four; Enrollment: 505; Address: 24 South Walnut St, Waconia, MN 55387; Phone number: (952) 442-0630

Central Public Schools
Central Public Schools serve the surrounding communities. Our elementary offers all-day, everyday kindergarten, small classes, and before and after school childcare.

The middle school has a newly updated computer lab, band, choir, and several exploratory programs.

At the secondary level, students can enroll in a wide range of vocational courses, as well as concurrent-enrollment in math and English.

Visit us to see why we proudly state, “Education is Central.”

District Profile
Superintendent: Brian Corlett; ISD number: 108; Enrollment: 1,015; Number of Schools: three; District Office: 531 Morse St. Norwood Young America, MN 55368; Phone number: (952) 467-7000; www.central.k12.mn.us

Elementary School
Principal: Bob Iverson; Grades: pre-k through five; Enrollment: 410; Address: 655 7th St. SW Norwood Young America, MN 55368; Phone number: (952) 467-7300

Middle School
Principal: Ron Erpenbach; Grades: six through eight; Enrollment: 230; Address: 531 Morse St. Norwood Young America, MN 55368; Phone number: (952) 467-7200

High School
Principal: Ron Brand; Grades: nine through 12; Enrollment: 375; Address: 531 Morse St. Norwood Young America, MN 55368; Phone number: (952) 467-7100