Academics
A Lifelong Foundation of Faith and Learning
Holy Cross provides a faith-based education that nurtures students from Pre K 3 through Middle School. From hands-on learning in Early Education to foundational skills in Elementary and advanced academics in Middle School, our programs prepare students for success in and beyond the classroom. We focus on academic excellence, character building, and a love for learning at every stage.
Early Childhood
At Holy Cross, we provide affordable, high-quality programs designed to nurture young minds and hearts. Our 3-year-old Preschool and 4-year-old Pre-Kindergarten programs serve children ages 3 (toilet trained) through Kindergarten. With a balanced approach to care and education, we offer developmentally appropriate activities that combine child-led exploration and teacher-guided learning, all within a supportive, faith-filled environment.
Elementary School
Our elementary school program blends time-honored values with a commitment to foundational learning. We emphasize traditional education practices, focusing on core skills like reading, writing, and arithmetic, while fostering character development and a love for learning. Our curriculum includes handwriting instruction, including cursive and penmanship, ensuring students have a well-rounded education to prepare students for lifelong success.
Middle School
We are proud of our strong tradition of academic excellence, with students consistently excelling well beyond 8th-grade graduation. Our middle school program offers a combination of levelized reading and Saxon math, along with advanced math placement opportunities, setting us apart as a leader in educational excellence in the area. In addition to a rigorous core curriculum, our program features robust instruction in STEM, science, and history, providing students with the critical thinking and problem-solving skills needed for success in a rapidly changing world.
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Curriculum Spotlight
Realizing that student abilities in mathematics vary significantly within any grade level, Holy Cross offers advanced math placement for those students who qualify. Placement is based on a composite of each student’s achievement, Iowa Basic Skills Test score, his or her previous classroom success, input of the previous year’s teacher, and, if necessary, their performance on the Saxon math placement test. Consideration is given to the difficulty of the higher-level course in determining honor roll in the hope that students who qualify will choose to take the next level without jeopardizing their ability to be on the honor roll.
Holy Cross has partnered with Nexplore to lead STEM sessions this year. Each grade level will have eight hands-on sessions during the first semester and ten sessions during the second semester.
Student Support Services
Holy Cross Lutheran School is dedicated to supporting the diverse learning needs of our students. Through our partnership with LASE Specialized Education, we offer specialized services to children who require additional support in their education. These services are provided within our caring, Christ-centered environment, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive academically, socially, and spiritually.
At Holy Cross, we are committed to helping all students reach their God-given potential.
Our Commitment to Accessibility and Affordability
At Holy Cross, we believe that every family should have the opportunity to provide their child with a Christ-centered education. That’s why we’re committed to keeping our programs both affordable and accessible. Through tuition assistance and a dedication to serving families from all walks of life, we strive to make high-quality, faith-based education available to everyone in our community.
Extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Students thrive beyond the classroom with a variety of activities, including sports, arts, and clubs. These programs help build character, leadership, and teamwork while allowing students to explore their passions.