Frequently Asked Questions
Paying for Private Education
How do I pay tuition?
Set up an account with the online management system known as Grade Link. Once you create an account, you can set up your own payment plan with automatic withdrawals from your bank account.
Payment Options
Payment Options
- One payment for full tuition made in August
- 10 monthly payments made in August through May
Do you offer tuition support?
We are fortunate to have four Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS) churches in the
surrounding area. The WELS church congregations make Christian education part of their
ministry. They monetarily support member families so students can attend at a more affordable
rate. Congregational support averages between 50% and 75% of the student cost.
In addition to congregational support, both members and nonmembers can apply for additional
tuition assistance.
surrounding area. The WELS church congregations make Christian education part of their
ministry. They monetarily support member families so students can attend at a more affordable
rate. Congregational support averages between 50% and 75% of the student cost.
In addition to congregational support, both members and nonmembers can apply for additional
tuition assistance.
How much is tuition at Resurrection Lutheran School?
The cost to educate a full-time student at Resurrection Lutheran is $8,800 per year. Families can apply for tuition assistance to help with the cost of tuition.
Understanding Academics and Enrollment
Do you only allow lutherans to enroll?
We welcome all families whether or not they have a church home. Through Christ-centered education, we prepare students using the best education possible, and in all things focus on what Christ has done for us.
Resurrection Lutheran School admits students of any race, color, national, and/or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities made available to students at the school.
RLS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national, and/or ethnic origin in administration of educational policies, admission policies, financial assistance, athletic programs, or any other school-administered programs.
Resurrection Lutheran School admits students of any race, color, national, and/or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities made available to students at the school.
RLS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national, and/or ethnic origin in administration of educational policies, admission policies, financial assistance, athletic programs, or any other school-administered programs.
Is before and after school care available?
Yes. For students in K-Grade 8, learn more about ESCaPE. For Learning Center students, please refer to daily rates.
Is transportation available?
Yes. RLS uses Rochester School Bus, the same bus system used by Rochester Public Schools, for AFTER school bussing only. If you are outside the 1.25-mile radius of our school, your students can be bused after school.
Registration for transportation must be done through this link https://rochesterpsd.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6WfdaSRQfEOGrGu.
Please contact Transportation Services if you have questions about busing.
Phone: 507-328-4260
Email: Transportation@rochester.k12.mn.us
About half of students use carpooling, or are dropped off and picked up by parents/guardians to start and end the school day.
Registration for transportation must be done through this link https://rochesterpsd.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6WfdaSRQfEOGrGu.
Please contact Transportation Services if you have questions about busing.
Phone: 507-328-4260
Email: Transportation@rochester.k12.mn.us
About half of students use carpooling, or are dropped off and picked up by parents/guardians to start and end the school day.
What is the average class size?
We are proud to offer small class sizes that emphasize personalized learning. Our goal is to have one classroom per grade level. Current classroom average size is 12.78, K-8.
How are your teachers qualified?
All of our ten staff members have a Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Education. Three have earned a Master’s Degree or are in the process of earning a Master’s in Education. Additionally, our staff receives a minimum of 25 hours of professional growth experiences each school year.
What extracurricular activities do you offer?
We offer many opportunities to volunteer and serve in our school and church. In addition, we offer extracurricular activities. Co-ed Cross Country, Soccer, Volleyball, and Softball. Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball and Cheerleading. athletics@rlsrochester.org
Robotics, Art club, Archery, Junior Choir and Yearbook.
Robotics, Art club, Archery, Junior Choir and Yearbook.
How do you serve students with exceptional needs?
We recognize that not all students learn the same way. Because of our small class sizes, we are able to offer more personalized learning plans for our gifted or challenged students. A Title 1 teacher and teacher assistants are available to aid our teachers in meeting the student’s individual needs. We also work closely with the public school special education department and help arrange transportation to the public schools for additional support if needed.
What technology is available for students?
All students in grades three through eight have one-to-one access using Chromebooks. In addition, all classrooms are equipped with interactive flat panels for engaging student learning experiences.
Learning About Our School
Are there opportunities for parents to be involved or volunteer?
Parents are invited to join our school chapel services held on the last day of each school week. Chapel begins at 8:00am in the Resurrection Lutheran Church sanctuary and lasts approximately 20 minutes.
In the classroom, there are opportunities to volunteer by coordinating book orders, reading with students, helping with the classroom theatrical drama, or assisting teachers in planning field trips and classroom parties (Reformation, Christmas and Easter). To volunteer within a classroom, please contact your student’s teacher.
Out of the classroom, there are opportunities to volunteer in FACE, our Families Active in Christian Education PTA. We also accept volunteer coaches or assistant coaches for our school athletic program. Learn more about coaching by contacting our Athletic Director.
For the safety of all children, we ask all volunteers to allow a routine background check.
In the classroom, there are opportunities to volunteer by coordinating book orders, reading with students, helping with the classroom theatrical drama, or assisting teachers in planning field trips and classroom parties (Reformation, Christmas and Easter). To volunteer within a classroom, please contact your student’s teacher.
Out of the classroom, there are opportunities to volunteer in FACE, our Families Active in Christian Education PTA. We also accept volunteer coaches or assistant coaches for our school athletic program. Learn more about coaching by contacting our Athletic Director.
For the safety of all children, we ask all volunteers to allow a routine background check.
Do you offer half-day KIndergarten?
Resurrection Lutheran School offers full-day kindergarten only. Kindergarten students have a rest break built into their daily schedule that takes place after lunch/recess.
Can I schedule a school tour?
What are your school's hours?
School doors open at 7:30am every morning. Classes start promptly at 8:00am. Buses depart at 3:30pm. All other students who travel by car must be picked up between 3:10-3:25pm.
