Just the Facts
Frequently Asked Questions 1. Can my family and friends visit me at Kitebridge? Your family is welcome at our dorm during your free time. Friends can be accommodated during free time also, within rules that allow for safety and propriety. 2. Can I have a car while living in the KB dorm? You may not use a car, nor transport students, while living in the dorm. However, special allowances may be made for students whose transportation home on weekends, etc., require them to have a car. 3. Can I schedule time away from the dorm to spend with family and friends? Family time is important and students will be given time for family functions, especially on weekends. Time with friends will be welcomed within the dorm rules for free time, especially if this time can include one or more of the international students as well. 4. What does a typical school day schedule look like? 6:00 a.m. Breakfast 6:30 a.m. Leave dorm for school 3:15-6:30 p.m. Activities at school or community, free time, study 6:30 p.m. Supper / Free time 7:30-9:00 p.m. Study hall 9:00-10:00 p.m. Free time 10:00 p.m. Lights out 10:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m. Late study if needed
5. What is a typical weekend schedule? Morning classes (ACT prep/writing/etc.) Afternoons free time/scheduled activities Saturday evening - free Sunday morning - church Sunday evening - study hall 6. How do I do laundry? Laundry facilities and supplies are provided. 7. Do I have access to computers? You will have Wifi access to iPads and limited access to full computers for printing, video editing, etc. 8. What type of food will be served? Caterers prepare a mixture of American and ethnic food. Predominant food will be American food. 9. What if I have a concern about another student? Counselors are assigned to all students for academic and personal advice and counsel. There is always an ear for your concerns. 10. What if I need to purchase something from the store? Students have access to local shopping during their free time and are transported also to shopping centers on weekends. 11. How do I get to and from co-curricular activities? Kitebridge requires its students to be very active inside and outside of school; we provide transportation and support for all approved student activities.
What's next?
● Begin with an Educational Consultation with the principal and a tour of the school. ● Schedule a student Shadow Day to experience our schools in action. ● Complete the school online application process. ● Complete an interview for the Kitebridge program. ● Receive acceptances from both the high school and Kitebridge.
What is the cost?
● Generally, families of non-local and long-commute students pay the tuition and fees for the high school and also the cost of room, board and transportation provided by Kitebridge. ● Financial assistance may be available to help with these costs depending on family need. ● Ask your Admissions Director for more information.
Learn. Challenge. Prepare. The Kitebridge Program
314-382-6650 5401 Lucas & Hunt Road Saint Louis, MO 63121
lhsastl.org
Christian education with an international dorm experience For non-local or long commute students
A unique challenge to give you a competitive edge . . . Introduction If you have dreams of attending a top university and pursuing a career that takes advantage of global opportunities, you’re already looking for unique challenges to give you a competitive edge. The Lutheran High School Association of St. Louis, in partnership with Kitebridge, offers the opportunity for nonlocal students or students with a long commute to have the benefit of a Lutheran high school education at one of our two high schools—Lutheran High School North or Lutheran High School South—along with the unique experience of living with international students in a dorm setting. Kitebridge coordinates American educational opportunities for international students. Through an exclusive partnership with the Lutheran High School Association in St. Louis, qualified international students are able to attend Lutheran High School North or Lutheran High School South. Their families pay their tuition and fees and also pay for room and board through Kitebridge. Non-local students or long-commute students may attend Lutheran North or Lutheran South while living with the Kitebridge international students in their adult-supervised dorm, located in central St. Louis. These students will literally become Kitebridge students, interacting with the international students in a supportive, family atmosphere focused on academic success. Non-local students will live full-time at the dorm while students with a long commute may stay at the dorm during the school week, returning home on weekends. The dorm boarding arrangement is available for all four years of high school.
Benefits
About our schools ●
Lutheran High School North and Lutheran High School South are two of the best Christian college-prep schools in the St. Louis region. Within our schools, we understand that each student is a unique and precious gift of God, learning, growing and maturing in different ways.
● Each day we have the opportunity to nurture students in their faith in their Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and challenge them academically as future leaders. ●
Two key aspects shape our promise to students and families: preparing students for the next step in their life’s journey and forging relationships in an environment that is directed and nurtured by outstanding Christian leaders and teachers.
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Programs, resources, opportunities and exposure to the best teachers allow for students to be prepared for their next step in life, which for the vast majority is college. Consistently 98% of our graduates attend the college or university of their choice. The average ACT score of the top 50% of our students is over 27, compared to the national average of 21. The class of 2013, which had a combined 210 graduates from both schools, was offered in total more than $18 million dollars in scholarships and grants.
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Our schools are blessed with an abundance of co-curricular activities and programs including athletics, fine arts, clubs and service opportunities to provide a well-rounded high school experience.
Benefits for all students
● Prepare for college in a Christian high school setting. ● Grow as a young Christian, prepared to lead and serve in the home, church and community. ● Build leadership skills through engagement with international students. ● Cultivate friendships and awareness of other cultures in preparation for living and working in a global world. ● Increase organizational skills. ● Build self-confidence.
Additional benefits as a junior: ● ● ●
Access to Kitebridge individualized college counseling resources and connections to top university summer programs. ACT/SAT test preparation. Opportunity to include a description of this unique experience on college applications/ essays.
Additional benefits as a senior:
● Ability to focus on the college application process apart from, but with the support of, family and friends. ● Access to top university admissions connections through Kitebridge. ● ACT/SAT test preparation. ● Opportunity to practice independent and group living skills in a safe, supervised dorm setting before college.
Learn more! Discover more about a Lutheran high school education and the Kitebridge dorm experience. Schedule an Educational Consultation with one of our principals by calling the Director of Admissions at either of our schools: Lutheran High School North Mrs. Julie Meyer 314-389-3100, ext. 423 jmeyer@lhsnstl.org Lutheran High School South Mrs. Beth Berner 314-631-2842, ext. 426 bberner@lhssstl.org