Elementary School

Two girls writing in workbooks at St. Peter Lutheran School in Schaumburg, IL

GRADES K–5

Where curiosity becomes confidence.

St. Peter’s elementary program is built on a strong academic core, enriched by activities and experiences that develop each child’s God-given gifts. Our licensed Illinois teachers are dedicated to knowing each student and partnering with parents because we believe education is most successful when home and school work together. With small class sizes, your child will receive the individual attention that makes a real difference.

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CURRICULUM FOR GRADES K–5

Connecting students to Christ while pursuing excellence.

We are passionately dedicated to the pursuit of educational excellence in a Christ-centered environment. Our curriculum enables students to courageously meet new challenges, joyfully serve, and develop a lifelong love for Jesus and others.

Religion

Using Concordia’s Enduring Faith curriculum in kindergarten and One in Christ for upper grades, students explore Old and New Testament stories, memorize Scripture, and gather weekly for Chapel. Every day begins with a devotion, and our Christian faith is incorporated into every area of instruction.

Math

We use Sadlier Math to guide your student from hands-on understanding of addition and subtraction facts to fractions, decimals, algebra concepts, and geometry by the end of 5th grade. Through explicit instruction and real-world problem solving connected to STEAM, students develop both mathematical thinking and confidence.

Reading & Language Arts

We use McGraw Hill’s Wonders program to develop phonics, vocabulary, comprehension, and critical thinking skills simultaneously. Students read a wide variety of literary forms, including fiction, nonfiction, biography, poetry, and historical fiction, to build toward writing narratives, research reports, and compositions.

Spelling & Handwriting

Spelling instruction follows the phonetic patterns students are developing in reading and reinforces the connection between how words sound and how they’re written. We teach the D'Nealian method to transition naturally from printing to cursive, which is practiced through 8th grade.

Science

Students explore life science, earth science, physical science, and health through hands-on investigations and inquiry-based learning. By 5th grade, students have the opportunity to dissect owl pellets, build simple machines, and work through large-scale STEM projects that combine science, technology, engineering, and math.

Social Studies

Elementary students discover their world by first exploring family and community in the early grades before studying state and national history, world geography, and American history by the end of 5th grade.

Spanish

Spanish instruction begins in kindergarten and builds continuously through 8th grade. In the elementary years, we focus on oral communication. Students practice numbers, colors, greetings, and actions through conversation, songs, and games. By 5th grade, students begin formal instruction that continues through middle school, giving them a solid foundation for language learning.

Physical Education

Students have physical education two days a week, with recess every day. From the fundamentals in the early grades to team sports and fitness concepts as students grow, students learn that our bodies are a gift from God that is worth caring for well.

Music

Using StageWorthy curriculum, students develop foundational music skills through singing, playing, movement, listening, and creating. Our hope is that students leave St. Peter with an appreciation for the role music plays both in the life of the church and their own lives.

Art

Elementary art explores lines, shapes, colors, value, texture, and perspective using a wide variety of media and techniques. Students study the work of prominent artists and respond by making their own creations. Our students learn that art is a form of thinking and expression.

Technology

Students are equipped to navigate an increasingly complex digital world with skill and responsibility. We help students develop proficiency with Google Suite and typing skills. We emphasize using technology as a tool for learning.

Meet our elementary teachers.

We know that St. Peter families seek the very best for their children. We strive to make elementary education a foundational experience for our students’ social, emotional, academic, and spiritual growth. All of our elementary teachers are licensed in Illinois and hold at least a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education.

Kristen Blinn, teacher at St. Peter Lutheran School in Schaumburg, IL

Miss Kristen Blinn

Kindergarten

Miss Blinn has been part of the St. Peter community her entire life, first as a student from preschool through 8th grade, and since 1999 as a kindergarten teacher.

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Stephanie Lamberty of St. Peter Lutheran School in Schaumburg, IL

Miss Stephanie Lamberty

1st Grade

Miss Lamberty came to St. Peter as a student teacher in 2020 and never really left. Her background in competitive sports gives her classroom a positive energy.

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Lori Clayton, teacher at St. Peter Lutheran School in Schaumburg, IL

Mrs. Lori Clayton

2nd Grade

Mrs. Clayton holds both a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree from Concordia University Chicago, taught six years in Lutheran schools, and home-schooled her children.

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Sandy Jungkuntz, teacher at St. Peter Lutheran School in Schaumburg, IL

Mrs. Sandy Jungkuntz

3rd Grade

Mrs. J has been teaching third grade at St. Peter since 1990, when she graduated from Concordia University Chicago with a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education.

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Cindy Allor, teacher at St. Peter Lutheran School in Schaumburg, IL

Mrs. Cindy Allor

4th Grade

Mrs. Allor holds two master’s degrees from Concordia University Chicago, along with teaching experience across every grade level from first through eigth grade.

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Nadia Ritter of St. Peter Lutheran School in Schaumburg, IL

Mrs. Nadia Ritter

5th Grade

Mrs. Ritter has been teaching in Lutheran schools since 2009 and at St. Peter since 2014. She brings over a decade of experience with upper elementary and middle schoolers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Choosing the right school is one of the most significant decisions you’ll make for your child. We want you to feel completely confident before you visit. If you have additional questions, we’re here to answer them.

What are school hours?
Our school day begins at 7:45 AM and ends at 2:15 PM.
Do you offer before or after care?
Yes! Kid Care is available every school day from 7:00 AM until 6:00 PM, with morning care beginning at 7:00 and afternoon care starting at dismissal.

Kid Care is also available on select non-school days, including Labor Day, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve, Good Friday, and Memorial Day. Preregistration and a minimum of 10 students is required for holidays. Full holiday hours run 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Is lunch provided or does my child bring their own?
Students are welcome to join our hot lunch program, which is served Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday for a daily fee, or pack a lunch from home. Wednesdays we offer something a little extra: our PTL hosts "Fun Lunches" provided by local restaurants. Menus and sign-up information are sent home in advance so you can plan ahead.
Does my family need to be members of St. Peter or another Lutheran church to attend?
Not at all. Families from every faith background—or no faith background—are warmly welcome at St. Peter. We believe every child belongs here. That said, we are unashamedly Lutheran, and we want families to know that upfront. Chapel, religion classes, and faith formation at St. Peter are rooted in Lutheran confession and teaching. For families who are also part of St. Peter Lutheran Church, there's something special about that alignment. The message your child hears during the week is the same message they hear on Sunday. Faith becomes something lived consistently all seven days a week.
How do you handle allergies and medical needs?
Families complete an allergy and medical needs form when enrolling their child. We keep medical action plans on file at school, and each classroom teacher is informed of any allergies or medical needs affecting their students. When relevant, this information is also shared with other parents in the classroom so everyone can help keep our students safe.
What if my child needs extra support?
Every child learns differently, and we plan for that. Our teachers follow existing IEPs and 504 plans, and they can build individual learning or accommodation plans for students who need them. We also watch for students who are struggling with a specific concept, and our MAP testing helps us identify children who would benefit from additional reading or math support. When that happens, we reach out to you first. No plan moves forward without a conversation and your approval. Learn more about our Learning Support programs.

Take the next step.

The best way to experience St. Peter Lutheran School is to walk through our doors. Schedule a tour, meet our teachers, and discover a community where your child will be known, encouraged, and nurtured in faith from their very first day.

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