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Admission Process

 
Thank you for considering enrolling your child at MLS. During the admission process, parents will have the opportunity to visit the campus, learn about the curriculum, and understand what it means to receive a classical Lutheran education.
 
Mrs. Ruth Hanson is our Director of Enrollment for infants through 12th grade.
 
Notable Dates for the 2025-2026 School Year
October 1 —Applications open for the 2025-2026 school year.
January 15 —Priority Application Deadline. Applications submitted after this date will be considered based on availability of space.
February 1 —Records Deadline
February 15 —Family interviews and MLS assessments completed
February 28 —Need-based Financial Aid applications submission deadline.
March 7 —Admissions Decisions Letter for Priority Applications
March 26 — Common Reply Deadline

While application deadlines for the 2024-2025 school year have passed, the Admissions Department will render decisions as it is able provided that available space remains in the desired grade of entry.  Feel free to contact the Admissions Office for space availability.

 

Admission Procedure

 

Infant and Two-Year-Old Programs

  • Submit a request for information or call and speak with Mrs. Ruth Hanson
  • Contact Mrs. Hanson to schedule a tour
  • Submit an application 
  • Once accepted, you will receive an email with instructions on completing the online enrollment packet. The required enrollment fee is due at that time. 

Preschool and Prekindergarten

  • Submit an application or request information
  • Contact Mrs. Hanson to schedule a tour and interview with Pastor Paul.
  • Complete and submit the required forms to Mrs. Hanson. The required forms include:
    • Teacher Recommendation Forms
    • Transcript Request
    • Copy of Immunization Records
  • Schedule an assessment and shadow day (if possible) for your child.
    • A typical Pre-K assessment includes letter names & sounds, numbers 1-20, putting 1-10 in order, shapes, colors, and writing their name
  • After the assessment, acceptance letters are sent electronically and include instructions on how to complete the enrollment process online.

Lower School

 
Kindergarten Through the Sixth Grade
  • Submit an application or request information
  • Contact Mrs. Hanson to schedule a tour and interview with Pastor Paul 
  • Complete and submit the required forms to Mrs. Hanson. The required forms include:
  • Contact Mrs. Hanson to schedule an assessment and shadow day (if possible) for your child.
    • Kindergarten Assessments: letter recognition, math skills, motor skills, and following directions
    • First & Second Grade: Assess reading and math skills, phonograms assessment, handwriting, and reading skills
    • Third through Sixth Grade: Math assessment and reading skills
    • After the assessment, acceptance letters are sent electronically and include instructions on how to complete the enrollment process online.

Upper School

 
7th Grade through 12th Grade
  • Submit an application or request information
  • Contact Mrs. Hanson to schedule a tour and interview with Pastor Paul 
  • Complete and submit the required forms to Mrs. Hanson. The required forms include:
    • Teacher Recommendation Forms
    • Transcript Request
    • Copy of Immunization Records
  • Contact Mrs. Hanson to schedule an assessment and shadow day (if possible) for your child. 
    • Math Assessment — Placement assessment appropriate to your child's skill level
    • English Assessment — Basic reading comprehension test, reading & writing assessment using English and History texts
    • Latin Assessment (if your child has had previous Latin classes) — Test from a previous National Latin Exam
  • After the assessment, acceptance letters are sent electronically and include instructions on how to complete the enrollment process online.

 

Application and Enrollment Fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.