My children attended Concordia. The school is small and like a close knit family. Our biggest issues were the limited amount of academic resources and extracurricular programs offered (ie. library resources, foreign language, music, computer classes, and advanced classes, etc.) and the small number
... Read more of faculty members. I encourage families to tour the school. Be sure to ask lots of questions regarding teacher certification, academics, and how they encourage and monitor students' progress toward meeting grade-level standards. CLS faces some steep challenges; but they are always trying to find new ways to meet the needs of its students. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/14/09
Concordia is an excellent school for parents who want a small classroom setting for their child to thrive. It provides a God-centered environment that values service, mentorship, personal responsibility, independent thinking and family! My son loves his peers and respects his teachers.
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Posted by a parent on 07/31/09
My son attended concordia from preschool all the way through eighth grade. Overall, it was an okay experience. Our family experienced many rough spots along the way though. First many of the teachers seem under-qualified . . . And the few who do have the qualifications, have been teaching so long that
... Read more they have lost all passion. Beware, many of these older teachers have really bad attitude problems! the lack respect for their students but more importantly the parents. As far as the 'christian education' . . . Religion is all lost in complacent rituals and practices. The school has a religion class for all that seemed to beat christianity on the ground. Also, warning to those who are not lutheran- this schools seems to place martin luther on to high a pedestal. Read less
Posted by a student on 07/03/09
My son has attended Concordia since pre-school and has done extremely well. So well in fact that he scored highly on his high school placement test. He was accepted into a very challenging high school program. Well done Concordia!!!
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Posted by a parent on 06/20/09
Great school, great teachers, supporting administration. Rules and guidelines are clearly delineated. Some parents come in and want to change the school to fit their ideas--these would be unhappy. The school know its priorities--Jesus is the center of all that we do. Academic standards are set high
... Read more and children are encouraged to do their best in all that they do. Communication between school and faculty is great--Monday notes tell all each week. No child is allowed to close down and stop doing work. Parents are called or informed frequently of behavior--both bad and good. It's a great place to entrust your precious child. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/27/09
I'm a graduate of Concordia Lutheran School. I went there in the mid 70's and early 80's and was able to return in 2007 to work with students. Growing up, I was a struggling student in a nearby public school who encountered extensive bullying. As a result, I switched to Concordia and was able to catch
... Read more up academically. With the strong religious emphasis, I grew socially & emotionally. It was such a good fit for me and the first time in my life I began to enjoy school again, want to learn, and excel in school. The teachers are kind, caring, & hold students accountable for learning. I was sad to leave Concordia, but I knew that they prepared me well. I am an 18 year teaching veteran and PhD student. Although the student makeup has changed, teachers continue to be dedicated and hard working inspiring new future leaders. Read less
Posted by a other on 05/23/09
My daughter have been at Concordia for 6 years. They are now in 4th and 5th grade. We have been so pleased with the administration, the teachers, and the staff that we would not think of sending our girls anywhere else. Their academics far surpass those of other children in our neighborhood, both
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Posted by a parent on 04/21/09
Concordia Lutheran School is a good quality Christian school. We have been going there since kindergarten, My son is in 8th grade now. I will recommend the school for anybody to send their children there.
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Posted by a parent on 04/10/09
A great academic and christian education in a small classroom setting, with a close-knit family of teachers, staff and parents committed to leaving no child behind, AND great school spirit...ajt
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Posted by a parent on 04/09/09
I am a parent of an 8th grade student who has been attending Concordia Lutheran School since Pre-K. I have absoultely enjoyed the time my child has had there. The school is small and family and Christ-centered so that has been a big plus. For me it has also helped that the teachers and the principal
... Read more have had the opportunity to get to know my child and I mean really know him. He is not just another student, the teacher's there are willing to work with you and your child if there is an area they are struggling in and they also a very good about recognizing the students good deeds and efforts of your child. Read less
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Hyattsville schools — Concordia Lutheran School is located at 3799 E West Hwy, Hyattsville MD 20782. 3799 E West Hwy is in the 20782 ZIP code in Hyattsville, MD Concordia Lutheran School is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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