School News

  1. Celebrating 90 Years of Scouting at Grace: Join the Legacy!

    Troop 4066 Invites You to Celebrate Scouting Sunday with a Pancake Breakfast! Mark your calendars! On Sunday, February 2nd, 2025, we invite you to join us for a special celebration: Scouting Sunday Pancake Breakfast. This year, we’re thrilled to honor the 90th anniversary of Troop 4066, and we’d love for you to be part of…

  2. Reading Olympic Champions!

    We are thrilled to share some exciting news about the Reading Olympics! Grace Lutheran School’s 5th graders—Austin, Torsten, and Henry—recently competed in this exciting academic competition against 12 other schools. For those unfamiliar, the Reading Olympics is a team-based competition that tests students’ comprehension, and teamwork skills as they answer questions about books they’ve read….

  3. Grace Bells Perform at The Sheridan

    At Grace Lutheran School, we take pride in instilling a heart for service in our students. Through intentional service opportunities, our students learn the joy of giving, connecting, and making a difference in the community. Last week, our Junior High Handbell Strike Team visited The Sheridan in River Forest to perform for the residents—and what…

  4. Discover the Grace Viking Experience

    A Day in the Life of a Future Viking At Grace Lutheran School, we understand that choosing the right school is a big decision for families. That’s why we offer the Grace Viking Experience, a unique opportunity for prospective students to immerse themselves in our school community and see firsthand what it’s like to be…

  5. Grace’s Christmas Tree Trim 2024

    This year’s Christmas Tree Trim in River Forest was extra special for Grace Lutheran Church and School as we teamed up to decorate Grace’s tree. The collaboration was a beautiful expression of our shared community, bringing together school families, church members, and staff to celebrate the season. The decorating crew included leaders from both church…

  6. Grace Lutheran Excels at Fenwick Math Competition!

    A team of ten mathletes from Grace Lutheran School showed their skills at the annual Fenwick Math Competition. The competition, held at Fenwick High School, challenges students with a three-part test that puts their mathematical knowledge, creativity, and problem-solving skills to the test. We are thrilled to announce that our team placed an impressive 2nd…

  7. Chapel Buddy Lunch

    Chapel Buddy Lunch was a fantastic success! Held in the Fellowship Hall, the event brought together all of our students for a time of community, laughter, and delicious food. Whether enjoying a hot dog lunch or bringing their own meal, students and their Chapel Buddies bonded over shared conversation and plenty of smiles. This event…

  8. Curious Vikings

    At Grace Lutheran School, our “Curious Vikings” enrichment programs inspire curiosity and hands-on learning for students beyond the classroom. Tailored to foster growth and new skills, our offerings include engaging, interactive classes that build knowledge and creativity. Students interested in Spanish can dive into language learning with classes provided by The Gartner Spanish School, available…

  9. Boo Bash Recap

    Halloween Boo Bash Recap: A Spooktacular Success! 🎃👻 Last Friday, Grace Lutheran School transformed into a Halloween wonderland for our annual Boo Bash! With an incredible turnout of 186 people, including 97 costumed kids, the Fellowship Hall was bustling with fun, food, games, and lots of candy. It was a true community celebration, and we…

  10. Service Through Chapel Offering

    At Grace Lutheran School, we recognize the importance of service to others especially as it relates to our faith. One of the ways we actively engage in service is through our chapel offering. This offering, which students can give each week during chapel, are a tangible way for us to reach out and help others….