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Dr. Almeda Lahr-Well
A Note From Dr. Lahr-Well
Lahr-Well Academy has been in existence since the 1984/1985 academic year. With more than 30 years of research and development in grades pre-K through 12th, nationally standardized test scores support that after 4-6 years’ instruction, students are generally testing 2-6 years beyond chronological age. To our knowledge, an equal program is nonexistent in the United States.
Students, from the age of 4 through 12th grade, study five foreign languages: Chinese, French, German, Italian and Spanish; Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Engineering, Physics, Math, Math Word Problems … (STEM); hands-on Art, through world history (STEaM); Music through world history; World History; U.S. History; U.S. Constitution; Illinois Constitution; World Geography, English Grammar, Composition, Critical Thinking, Macro Economics, Micro Economics, and Computer Skills. Every student also has a tailored, individualized curriculum. Students work in 8-10 areas: phonics, reading, reading comprehension, measurement, place-values, fractions, decimals, percents, geometry, algebra, time, money, map skills, charts, graphs, and penmanship. Older students
(12/13 years old) add Calculus, World Literary Classics, and World Philosophy.
The general day at the Academy moves quickly, yet in an unstressed manner. Students rarely realize how much they are accomplishing. When one observes classes, one sees students (learning-disabled, average, gifted) relaxed, but focused.
This amazing curriculum is enhanced by 8-10 annual field trips which alternate among a professionally-directed, archaeological dig (every other year); St. Louis Science Center; St. Louis Art Museum; St. Louis Zoo; St. Louis Botanical Gardens (Chinese and Japanese); St. Louis History Museum; Renaissance and Baroque cathedrals (art and architectural studies); a Greek or Russian Orthodox Church, and/or a Jewish Synagogue (religion); Relleke Pumpkin Farm (Levels I and II only); Fitz’s or an “elegant” restaurant (at Christmas ); the Old St. Louis Capitol Building (Dred Scott reenactment); Springfield-Lincoln Museum; the St. Louis Holocaust Museum (Levels III and IV only); The Piasa Bird (Alton); Lewis & Clark Museum; Alton Underground Railroad; Alton Lock and Dam Museum; The Edwardsville Fire House (Levels I and II only); McKendree University (Model United Nations: Levels III & IV); St. Louis Genome Institute; Carlinville: Lake Williamson; and an occasional trip to the Theater to see a film that relates to our current field of study.
Lahr-Well Christian Academy (preK-grade 12) works in tandem with parents to instill in each student a passion for life-long learning by educating the “whole” child.
The dedicated, nurturing teachers of the Academy work as a team to foster knowledge and skills that promote a balance of mind, body, and character, preparing students for a lifetime of individual achievement, as well as U.S. Patriotism and world leadership.
We look forward to an exciting year with your children.
Sincerely,
Dr. Almeda M. Lahr-Well
My Promise to You:
"If your child isn't gifted on the first day of school, she or he will be on graduation day."
Learn Well
Learning well prepares your child to investigate a lifetime of new adventures. To learn well is more than only studying what your child is interested in studying.
In order to be a well-rounded person, one needs to be educated in foreign languages, as well as science, technology, engineering art and mathematics, a S.T.E.a.M. discipline/approach.
Students at the Academy, from the age of 4 through grade 12, study five foreign languages: Chinese, French, German, Italian, and Spanish.
Parents who desire a better life for their child/ren need to embrace a well-rounded/rock-solid education. The Academy's amazing and extraordinary curriculum is a curriculum that parents can trust!
At Lahr-Well Christian Academy, your child will not sit on the edges and observe without participating. Our teachers draw the entire class into discussions and activities.
Lead Well
In order to be well-educated, one also needs to build a core value of positive morals and ethics.
Integrity is key to all.
At Lahr-Well Christian Academy, a student learns to enhance wisdom through discernment.
Leadership is not sitting in an ivory tower. Leadership cannot be "Do as I say, not as I do." Leadership is attempting the "impossible," leading by example.
At Lahr-Well Christian Academy, students are taught to bring their intrinsic value to the table as leaders.
More than simply profess, one should learn to believe that "A good name [earned by honorable behavior, godly wisdom, moral courage, and personal integrity] is more desirable than great riches; And favor (to be esteemed) is better than silver and gold."
Proverbs 22:1, Amplified Bible
Lahr-Well
Founded by Dr. Almeda M. Lahr-Well, the Academy has been in existence since the 1984/1985 academic year. With more than 34 years of research and development in grades pre-K through grade 12, nationally standardized test scores support that after 4-6 years’ instruction, students are generally testing 2-6 years beyond chronological age.
The Curriculum You Can Trust
Lahr-Well Christian Academy is a not-for-profit, private school that has been serving students since 1985 in grades pre-K through grade 12.
Our comprehensive curriculum highlights reading, mathematics, language arts, STEaM studies, five foreign languages, computer instruction, music appreciation, social sciences, literary masterpieces, hands-on art & art history and philosophy.
Typically after 4 to 6 years of instruction, our students' test scores are at a level 2 to 6 years beyond their chronological age.
To our knowledge, there is no program equal to this in the U.S.
View the full curriculum here.
What Other Parents Are Saying...
"Dr. Lahr-Well and her approach to education is extremely refreshing! I was very concerned with my son not enjoying school or learning at all. He has made a complete turn-around since attending Lahr-Well Academy. He enjoys going to school every day. Not only does he not mind going to school he has developed a desire to learn beyond what is taught in the classroom.
Enrolling my son at Lahr-Well Academy is one of the best decisions I have ever made."
"Our six year-old daughter has been attending Lahr-Well Academy for a little over a year and she really enjoys the school atmosphere and curriculum. The school has fostered a caring environment where she is not artificially limited by her age, background or the educational level of her peers. She has significantly advanced in her academics having received individualized attention in reading and mathematics, which has allowed her to test well beyond her age grade. Lahr-Well Academy provides the children with a rich experience beyond anything offered in the local schools."
"Matthew is returning next year without hesitation. Our family needs Lahr-Well. Since Matthew started school here his confidence level has dramatically increased and his anxiety level has decreased. I believe he is learning the way he was always intended to."
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