Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it.

Proverbs 22:6

Our Mission

We provide a Christ-centered education that encourages curiosity and equips students to be confident, life-long learners who can engage the world with wisdom and integrity. 

Our Values

We believe: 

  • Children are a gift from God
  • Learning should be joyful
  • Education is a partnership
    between parents and
    teachers

Our Philosophy

We use a Lutheran classical model which provides:

  • A strong knowledge base
  • An ability to reason well
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Preparation for life on earth and in heaven

Enrollment Information for 2026-2027

Now enrolling for Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade.  Prospective Kindergarten students must be at least five years old on or before August 1.

Space is limited and is based on a first-come, first-served basis.  A completed registration packet, $150 registration fee, and family interview will be required to hold your child’s space in the program.  Registration packets are available at the church office. 

Parents must provide proof of homeschool registration with the Humboldt County School District. 

The 2026-2027 school year will be from the beginning of September through the end of May, using the following schedule: 

Monday-Thursday 8:30am - 1:00pm

Tuition for 2026-2027

$340.00/Month

What We Offer

At Zion Lutheran Academy, our homeschool hybrid program provides well-structured lessons in math, language arts, science, history, music, art, and Christian studies. All teaching is done from a Christian worldview and Lutheran perspective.  

Curriculum includes materials from All About Reading, Saxon Math, Story of the World, Memoria Press, and more.

Class size is kept intentionally small to ensure each student is challenged academically and given the support needed. 

Our part time schedule gives children the benefits of both classroom instruction as well as family-led educational experiences at home and in the community.

Who We Are

Lauren D. Iwen, B.A. 

Our instructor, Lauren Iwen, has been home educating her children since 2011.  She also served as a program director and tutor with Classical Conversations for several of those years.  She is currently pursuing her Educator Certification with the Consortium for Classical Lutheran Education.

 

Board of Education 

  • Sandy Walth (Chair)
  • Kat Hall
  • Deanna Eastman
  • Rev. Jason Iwen
  • Kathryn Hageman
  • Patsy Sorenson

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