Christ the King Lutheran School

Education Category: Tennessee Education

🌟 Key Highlights: Christ the King Lutheran School

 

Christ the King Lutheran School (CTKLS) is a private, co-educational Lutheran parochial school in Memphis, Tennessee. It is committed to a Christ-centered education that emphasizes high academic standards, spiritual formation based on Lutheran doctrine, and character development, serving students from early childhood through middle school.

🏫 Overview

 

  • Type: Private / Parochial Lutheran School (Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, LCMS)

  • Location: Memphis, Tennessee (East Memphis Area)

  • Grades Served: Preschool (PK) – 8th Grade

  • Enrollment: Approximately 170–200 students

  • Core Mission: To partner with families in providing a Christ-centered education where students are nurtured spiritually, intellectually, emotionally, and physically, preparing them to be compassionate and responsible leaders.

  • Accreditation: SACS (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools) / Cognia and NLSA (National Lutheran Schools Accreditation).

  • Focus: Comprehensive education from early childhood through middle school.

✅ What Makes the School Unique?

 

CTKLS is distinguished by its Lutheran foundation, structured curriculum, and whole-child development focus:

  • Christ-Centered & Lutheran Doctrine: The school is rooted in the Lutheran tradition and provides daily Bible instruction and weekly Chapel services. Instruction is grounded in a biblical worldview based on the Small Catechism and other core Lutheran doctrines.

  • Academic Excellence: The school provides a rigorous K–8 curriculum designed to build strong foundational skills and consistently prepare graduates for success in top high schools across the Memphis area.

  • Middle School Departmentalization: Grades 6–8 feature a departmentalized curriculum, allowing students to benefit from specialized instruction in core subjects like Math, Science, and Social Studies from middle-school focused teachers.

  • Small Class Sizes: Maintains a relatively small class size and favorable student-to-teacher ratio, allowing for personalized attention and a nurturing classroom environment.

  • Enrichment Programs: Offers specialized classes in Spanish, Art, Music, and Physical Education, ensuring a well-rounded elementary and middle school education. Technology is integrated across all grades.

  • Athletic Opportunities: Provides competitive sports (the Crusaders), including basketball, volleyball, and track, allowing students to participate in team sports and develop physical fitness.

📞 Contact Information

 

Detail Information
Address 5296 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38119
School Office Phone (901) 682-8419
Website ctkmemphis.com

Recess Policies

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  1. How are recess and/or free break periods structured? Timing?

 

 

Technology / Device Use

  1. Are cell phones or other personal devices restricted during the school day? What is the policy?

 

 

  1. What are the consequences for violating technology policies?

 

 

  1. Are there any other technology policies? For example, are there technology controls inside and/or outside of school (e.g., web monitoring, filters, etc.)?

 

Behavior

  1. What are the school's behavior policies?

 

 

  1. Does the school have a behavior/discipline matrix that lists the behaviors and the appropriate consequences? Could you please include your school’s behavior/discipline matrix?

A school can have discipline/behavior policies, but these policies can be broad. It can be difficult to understand the actual consequences and what actually occurs at school. This section displays the concrete consequences that occur for various behaviors based on teacher feedback. If you are/were a teacher, please email me (Mark Yager) at myager890@gmail.com to give your input. You will remain anonymous when you provide your input.

 

Explanation of discipline at the school (Summarized based on teachers' input):

 

Type of Behavior Typical Consequence / School Response
Tardiness / Late to Class  
Dress Code Violation  
Failure to Follow Directions / Classroom Rules  
Disruption in Class (talking out, off-task behavior, etc.)  
Incomplete Homework or Repeated Lack of Effort  
Possession or Misuse of Cell Phone / Electronic Device  
Disrespect to Teacher / Staff  
Use of Inappropriate or Profane Language  
Dishonesty / Cheating / Academic Misconduct  
Minor Property Misuse or Damage  
Bullying / Teasing / Harassment (Verbal or Online)  
Defiance / Refusal to Comply with Staff Directives  
Leaving Class or Campus Without Permission  
Physical Aggression / Fighting  
Vandalism or Major Property Damage  
Possession of Tobacco or Vaping Device  
Possession or Use of Alcohol / Drugs  
Threatening Behavior or Intimidation  
Possession of a Weapon or Dangerous Object  
Other Behavior:  
Other Behavior:  
Other Behavior:  
Other Behavior:  
Christ the King Lutheran School in Memphis TN

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