I just can not say enough good things about BLS. As a student, I received a quality education that gave me a head start as I entered high school and beyond. I will always be grateful for the firm foundation, scholastic and spiritual, that I was given there. Now, as a parent with a child in elementary
... Read more school , I continue to be impressed with the high level of commitment from the staff to my child's education and growth. I feel that the principal has the students best interests in mind and the teaching staff is second to none. Extra curricular activities are impressive in number for a small school. Parent Involvement is encouraged and it saddens me that more parents don't take the time to become part of this great place. I feel that my daughter is safe at school and discipline is handled appropriately. I highly recommend BLS! Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/10/07
I love Bethlehem Lutheran School. The BLS staff is excellent. They are dedicated to providing a Christian foundation for all of their students. I am also very impressed by the availability of extra-curricular activities. They offer sports, drama, choir and chess. The tuition is reasonable and I
... Read more am looking forward to their new facility in Fall 2008 Read less
Posted by a teacher on 11/17/06
BLS is a wonderful school. We've had an excellent experience so far, and intend to send our children all the way through to 8th grade. Over the years, private school choices have increased in our area. However, we found comfort in the fact that we're sending our daughter to a school that has been
... Read more providing quality Christian education for nearly 100 years. Parental involvement is strongly encouraged, and a lot of personal attention is given to each student. We couldn't be happier! Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/10/06
Bethlehem Lutheran preschool was one of the best I've worked with in the Tri-Cities! Two teachers team teach this class and they are a perfect pair. One teacher is outgoing and active with children, which has proved successful with one of my children, who can't seem to sit still. The other teacher is
... Read more friendly and passive, a quality that seemed to benefit my shy child. The team worked together to reach standards far surpassing many other preschools in the area, and thay worked hard to incorporate all aspects of education, not solely focusing on writing and counting as many other preschools I've seen have. Parent involvement was encouraged and appreciated, however it was not required. I would like to see an increase in biblical teachings in future experiences I have with BLS, but I will definatelly use this school again! Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/30/05
My child attended Bethlehem from kindergarten all the way through the eight grade and I have never regretted making the choice to enroll her there. Not only did she receive a quality education with emphasis on fundamentals, but she was taught intangibles as well- respect for others,discipline and appreciation
... Read more for the gifts and atlents of others, even when they fall under the umbrella of being different. My child was encouraged and supported in her pursuit of various areas of interest, and my participation in my child's education was encouraged as well. I would strongly recommend BLS to any parent who is searching for excellence of education for their child in the Tri-Cities. Read less
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Kennewick schools — Bethlehem Lutheran School is located at 1409 S Garfield St, Kennewick WA 99337. 1409 S Garfield St is in the 99337 ZIP code in Kennewick, WA Bethlehem Lutheran School is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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