by Luz Bratcher, Hope Art Teacher Have you noticed your student doesn’t bring home many projects from art class? At Hope, we practice art exploration or open studio and process-based art. The emphasis is on self-guided material exploration rather than finished products. My hope is that students learn to carry these skills beyond the classroom—to […]
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Making All Things New!
by Pastor Peter Mueller What are the things that are broken in this world that you wish were fixed? What are the things that tempt you to conclude that the way your life is now is the best it’s ever going to get? There is no shortage of things in this world and in our […]
Palm Sunday
by Mairi Seraile, Preschool Teacher & Co-Director Just prior to a Palm Sunday service here at Hope Lutheran Church 38 years ago, a pastor handed a long green branch to a little girl in the preschool program. It was floppy and fun to hold so she began to wave the branch like the other kids […]
WOH, Tuesday March 17, 2025
Teaching and Learning in a Split Grade by Elonna Visser, 2nd & 3rd Grade Teacher Second and third grades were combined this year, and it’s been exciting to witness firsthand the powerful learning and social opportunities it has created for students! In every elementary classroom, students are already working at different levels, and a split […]
Leading By Learning
by Kristen Okabayashi, Hope Principal This year I have the privilege of participating in an intensive principal training program based in Chicago called Principal 360. Over the course of the year, I will complete five courses led by educational experts through bi-weekly online classes and three in-person sessions in Chicago. The program culminates in a […]
The Best of the LEST
by Kristen Okabayashi, Hope Principal LEST stands for the Lutheran Elementary Schools Tournament, which occurred in mid February in Tacoma. This year’s tournament was truly outstanding, filled with energy, school spirit, and success. I was incredibly proud of how our students represented Hope and worked hard to share the gifts God has given them. Of all the favorite […]
Cheerful Encouragement
by Kristen Warfield, Hope preschool teacher and cheerleading coach The annual Lutheran Elementary Schools Tournament (LEST) is one of the most exciting times in the middle school year. There are so many activities at the tournament spanning arts, academics and athletics – and everyone in grades 5-8 is encouraged to participate. As Hope’s cheerleading coach, […]
All In For Hope!
By Kristen Fluke (Co-VP of PTH) When you hear casino night, you might think of flashing lights, clinking chips, and taking a chance. But we’re not betting on luck — we’re betting on our kids. This year’s school auction theme, All In for Hope, is a reminder that the most meaningful wins in life don’t […]
Celebrating Lutheran Schools Week: A Legacy Worth Honoring
by Sally Heit, Director of Marketing/Communication This week, Hope School proudly celebrates Lutheran Schools Week—a time to recognize the lasting impact of Lutheran education across the country and to give thanks for the mission we share. It’s a legacy worth celebrating. Lutheran schools have a long and meaningful history rooted in faith, access, and excellence in […]
We’ve Got You
By Tim Caudle, 8th grade homeroom teacher Last Monday was a difficult day for me. On Sunday, our family said goodbye to our oldest son as he flew back to college. After 18 years of daily life together, that goodbye is still not easy. Also over the weekend, I learned that one of my high school […]
