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Join Us for this Summer’s FREE Virtual Conference

June 11 – 12, 2025

10 am – 2:30 pm CDT

We’ll concentrate on both personal growth and professional growth this year!

Check out our three sessions on personal wellness and three sessions on structured literacy, based on the science of reading.

As always, it’s free! Sit back and be inspired to make some changes both inside the classroom and out!

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Summer Courses 2025

Chaplain and Evangelism Certificates

EVANGELISM CERTIFICATE

Associate of Science in Early Childhood Education

For Adult Learners.

ON LOCATION

OHIO

EDU8114 Roles and Responsibilities of the Lutheran Early Childhood Educator 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
An examination of the role of the early childhood educator in a Lutheran early childhood ministry setting.
C Holman
Jun 9 – Jun 11
Bowling Green University, Bowling Green, OH

WISCONSIN

EDU8103 Developing Home & School Relationships 1 credit
Strong relationships are vital in early childhood ministries, especially in the area of mission outreach. Learn how to develop a family-oriented classroom, foster communication with families, and actively engage families in the school.
A Berg
Jun 11 – 12
St Paul LES – Ixonia WI
8 am – 4 pm

EDU8114 Roles and Responsibilities of the Lutheran Early Childhood Educator 1 credit
An examination of the role of the early childhood educator in a Lutheran early childhood ministry setting.
C Holman
Jul 11 – 12
Bethlehem LES-North – Germantown WI
8 am – 4 pm

Early Childhood

ON LOCATION

MINNESOTA
EDU9109 Bible Storytelling in Early Childhood 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
Materials and methods for effective Bible storytelling and for enabling children’s retelling.
R Burgess
June 10-11
St Pauls LES – New Ulm MN 8 am – 4 pm

OHIO

WISCONSIN
EDU8103 Developing Home & School Relationships 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
Strong relationships are vital in early childhood ministries, especially in the area of mission outreach. Learn how to develop a family-oriented classroom, foster communication with families, and actively engage families in the school.
A Berg
Jun 11 – 12
St Paul LES – Ixonia WI 8 am – 4 pm

EDU8114 Roles and Responsibilities of the Lutheran Early Childhood Educator 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
An examination of the role of the early childhood educator in a Lutheran early childhood ministry setting.
C Holman
Jul 11 – 12
Bethlehem LES-North – Germantown WI 8 am – 4 pm

Educational Technology

ON LOCATION

ARIZONA
EDT8502 Generative AI: A Lutheran Educator’s Toolkit 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
This course is designed to provide Lutheran educators with a comprehensive understanding of generative AI and its applications within the educational setting. Participants will engage in an exploration of AI’s capabilities and limitations, examining its potential to enhance student learning and engagement. Ethical considerations surrounding the use of AI in education will also be explored. Through practical exercises and illustrative examples, educators will acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively integrate AI into their teaching practices, fostering an environment that promotes critical thinking, creativity, and innovation among their students.
J Schmidt
Jun 17 – 18
Arizona Lutheran Academy – Phoenix AZ
8 am – 4 pm

Master of Arts Courses

MS Courses by Emphasis

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION

REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPHASES

Educational Technology Emphasis

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Leadership Emphasis

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Special Education Emphasis

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MS IN EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION

Early Childhood Director Emphasis

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Principal Emphasis

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Technology Director Emphasis

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MS IN SPECIAL EDUCATION

Mentoring and Coaching Certificate

MENTORING & COACHING CERTIFICATE

EDU5901 Instructional Mentoring 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours

Establishes how to create professional growth environments for beginning teachers, grounded in the language and protocols of continuous improvement and problem solving to enrich student learning.
J Schaefer
Jul 21 – Aug 22
Online
Register before June 30 to avoid cancellation.

EDU5902 Instructional Mentoring in an Online Environment 2 credit or 25 clock hours
Prepares instructional mentors and coaches to create and foster online learning communities for beginning teachers through the e-Mentoring for Student Success (eMSS) system. Participants learn to use research-based mentoring language, instructional mentoring protocols, and classroom observations to promote continuous improvement and problem solving in beginning teachers.
J Schaefer
Jul 21 – Aug 22
Online
Register before June 30 to avoid cancellation.

EDU5907 Conditions for Equitable Instruction 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
Prerequisite(s): EDU5901, EDU5903
Produce a framework for teaching for equitable outcomes and for mentoring beginning teachers from an equity perspective, within the context of Professional Teaching Standards through a uniquely Christian worldview. Address inequities regarding race, language, and culture in the classroom and school.
J Schaefer
Jun 30 – Aug 8
Online

Ministry Certification

Courses for Teachers, Early Childhood Directors, and Staff Ministers

ON LOCATION

THE2001 Biblical History and Literature III 3 credits
A survey of God’s grace through the literature of selected New Testament epistles set in the context of the book of Acts. This is a writing-intensive course in undergraduate General Education programs.
T Kock
Jun 23 – 27
Atonement Church-Milwaukee WI
8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Additional Courses for Teaching Ministry

EDU9540 Principles of Christian Education 3 credits
An overview of Christian education, especially formal Lutheran early childhood, elementary, and secondary education, with the goal of understanding and appreciating Lutheran schools as one of the means by which the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod carries out the Lord’s command to “tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord, his power, and the wonders he has done” (Psalm 78:4).
A Uher
Jun 16 – 27 8 am – 12:15 pm
Synchronous Online

EDU9540 Principles of Christian Education 3 credits
An overview of Christian education, especially formal Lutheran early childhood, elementary, and secondary education, with the goal of understanding and appreciating Lutheran schools as one of the means by which the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod carries out the Lord’s command to “tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord, his power, and the wonders he has done” (Psalm 78:4).
R Rathje
Jul 14 – 25 8 am – 12:15 pm
Synchronous Online

ON LOCATION

MINNESOTA
THE8112 The Role of ECE in Mission Outreach 1 credit
Strategies to increase gospel outreach through early childhood education.
M Otterstatter
Jun 4 – 5
Mt Olive LES – Delano MN
8 am – 4 pm

OHIO
EDU8114 Roles and Responsibilities of the Lutheran Early Childhood Educator 1 credit
An examination of the role of the early childhood educator in a Lutheran early childhood ministry setting.
C Holman
Jun 9 – 11
Bowling Green University, Bowling Green, OH

WISCONSIN
EDU8103 Developing Home & School Relationships 1 credit
Strong relationships are vital in early childhood ministries, especially in the area of mission outreach. Learn how to develop a family-oriented classroom, foster communication with families, and actively engage families in the school.
A Berg
Jun 11 – 12
St Paul LES – Ixonia WI
8 am – 4 pm

EDU9540 Principles of Christian Education 3 credits
An overview of Christian education, especially formal Lutheran early childhood, elementary, and secondary education, with the goal of understanding and appreciating Lutheran schools as one of the means by which the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod carries out the Lord’s command to “tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord, his power, and the wonders he has done” (Psalm 78:4).
R Klindworth
Jun 9 – Jun 20
Wisconsin Lutheran High School – Milwaukee WI
8 am – 12 pm

Pastors

HEB9001 Hebrew Institute 1 credit
An upper-level course in biblical Hebrew for parish pastors with a strong interest and ability in Hebrew and for those currently teaching Hebrew in the fellowship of WELS. Click here for the full course description.
T Nass
Jul 14 – 25
9 – 10:45 am

HEB9002 Hebrew Grammar Review 1 credit
Review of Hebrew grammar, verb analyzation, and vocabulary. Translation of four or five chapters of historical prose.
M Paustian
Jul 14 – 25
9 – 10:45 am

Post-Baccalaureate Licensure

Special Education

Undergrads

Summer Satellites 2025

ARIZONA

EDT8502 Generative AI: A Lutheran Educator’s Toolkit 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
This course is designed to provide Lutheran educators with a comprehensive understanding of generative AI and its applications within the educational setting. Participants will engage in an exploration of AI’s capabilities and limitations, examining its potential to enhance student learning and engagement. Ethical considerations surrounding the use of AI in education will also be explored. Through practical exercises and illustrative examples, educators will acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively integrate AI into their teaching practices, fostering an environment that promotes critical thinking, creativity, and innovation among their students.
J Schmidt
Jun 17 – 18
Arizona Lutheran Academy – Phoenix AZ
8 am – 4 pm

DAKOTA/MONTANA DISTRICT

MICHIGAN DISTRICT

BOWLING GREEN

EDU8508 Strategies for Teaching Reading Comprehension 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
Demonstration of strategies that will help students comprehend what they read.
J Roux
Jun 9 – Jun 11
Bowling Green University Bowling Green OH

EDU8541 Christ in My Classroom: Cultivating a Christian Classroom Culture 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
Explores how a Christian worldview, attitude, and affect—stemming from God’s love in Christ for sinners—can be integrated into all subject matter, student interactions, management procedures, and discipline.
A Uher
Jun 9 – 11
Bowling Green University – Bowling Green OH

EDU9532 Developing Expert Learners: Universal Design for Learning 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
An overview of the Universal Design for Learning framework. Participants analyze the UDL framework and the evidence-based instructional strategies that help ensure that all learners have equal access to the curriculum and become expert learners.
K Muente
Jun 9 – Jun 11
Bowling Green University Bowling Green OH

MINNESOTA

DELANO
EDU9011 Social-Emotional Learning for Student and School Success 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
Prepares participants with the research, skills, and support for connecting social-emotional learning (SEL) and school culture and climate concepts to various lifelong student outcomes, including academic performance, life skills, and emotional intelligence.
C Whaley
Jun 2 – 3
Mt Olive LES – Delano MN
8 am – 4 pm

THE8112 The Role of ECE in Mission Outreach 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
Strategies to increase gospel outreach through early childhood education.
M Otterstatter
Jun 4 – 5
Mt Olive LES – Delano MN
8 am – 4 pm

NEW HOPE
EDU9552 Engaging the Disengaged 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
An exploration of the Total Participation Techniques (TPT) Cognitive Engagement Model and other research-based academic and behavioral strategies that promote active engagement among hesitant and reluctant students and foster learner-focused classrooms.
A Uher
Jul 8 – 9
Holy Trinity Lutheran Academy – New Hope MN
8 am – 4 pm
Register before June 3 to avoid cancellation.

NEW ULM
EDU9109 Bible Storytelling in Early Childhood 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
Materials and methods for effective Bible storytelling and for enabling children’s retelling.
R Burgess
June 10-11
St Pauls LES – New Ulm MN
8 am – 4 pm

ROCHESTER
EDU9012 Crafting a Literacy Instruction Philosophy 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
Helps educators develop their individual philosophy of literacy instruction by investigating its various components and philosophical underpinnings.
J Roux
May 28 – 29
Resurrection LES – Rochester MN
8 am – 4 pm

WISCONSIN

EAU CLAIRE
EDU8506 Developing a Model of Christian Discipline 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
Identifies the difference between discipline and classroom management. A logical and sequential plan for discipline and classroom management is provided.
B Clemons
Jun 12 – 13
St Mark LES – Eau Claire WI
8 am – 4 pm

GERMANTOWN
EDU8114 Roles and Responsibilities of the Lutheran Early Childhood Educator 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
An examination of the role of the early childhood educator in a Lutheran early childhood ministry setting.
C Holman
Jul 11 – 12
Bethlehem LES-North – Germantown WI
8 am – 4 pm
Register before June 6 to avoid cancellation.

IXONIA
EDU8103 Developing Home & School Relationships 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
Strong relationships are vital in early childhood ministries, especially in the area of mission outreach. Learn how to develop a family-oriented classroom, foster communication with families, and actively engage families in the school.
A Berg
Jun 11 – 12
St Paul Lil Sprouts Preschool – Ixonia WI
8 am – 4 pm

MAUSTON
MUS8101 Music and Worship in ECE 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
Spiritual, musical, psychosocial, and cognitive aspects of music learning in early childhood. Participants will survey early childhood music learning theories and music teaching methods. The course will include the use of the WELS music curriculum, Sing and Make Music.
R Burgess
Jun 5 – 6
St Paul Lutheran Church – Mauston WI
8 am – 4 pm

MILWAUKEE

EDU9540 Principles of Christian Education 3 credits
An overview of Christian education, especially formal Lutheran early childhood, elementary, and secondary education, with the goal of understanding and appreciating Lutheran schools as one of the means by which the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod carries out the Lord’s command to “tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord, his power, and the wonders he has done” (Psalm 78:4).
R Klindworth
Jun 9 – Jun 20
Wisconsin Lutheran High School – Milwaukee WI
8 am – 12 pm

OAKFIELD
EDU8103 Developing Home & School Relationships 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
Strong relationships are vital in early childhood ministries, especially in the area of mission outreach. Learn how to develop a family-oriented classroom, foster communication with families, and actively engage families in the school.
C Loomis
Jun 9 – 10
St Luke LES – Oakfield WI
8 am – 4 pm

EDU8205 Teaching Writing in the Elementary School 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
The philosophy and implementation of a process-approach model of teaching writing in language as well as across the curriculum.
P Grubbs
Jun 9 – 10
St Luke LES – Oakfield WI
8 am – 4 pm

WATERTOWN
EDT8502 Generative AI: A Lutheran Educator’s Toolkit 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
This course is designed to provide Lutheran educators with a comprehensive understanding of generative AI and its applications within the educational setting. Participants will engage in an exploration of AI’s capabilities and limitations, examining its potential to enhance student learning and engagement. Ethical considerations surrounding the use of AI in education will also be explored. Through practical exercises and illustrative examples, educators will acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively integrate AI into their teaching practices, fostering an environment that promotes critical thinking, creativity, and innovation among their students.
J Schmidt
Jun 9 – 10
Luther Preparatory School – Watertown WI
8 am – 4 pm

EDU8020 Teacher Wellness 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
Reviews the five pillars of wellness – physical, mental/emotional, occupational, social, and spiritual – and applies them to Lutheran teachers’ lives and ministries. Participants will create a 30-day wellness plan.
S Decker
Jun 9 – 10
Luther Preparatory School – Watertown WI
8 am – 4 pm

EDU8508 Strategies for Teaching Reading Comprehension 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
Demonstration of strategies that will help students comprehend what they read.
C Whaley
Jun 9 – 10
Luther Preparatory School – Watertown WI
8 am – 4 pm

EDU9110 Teaching Young Children Social & Emotional Competence 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
Presents ways to teach and support young children’s social and emotional development. Intended for preschool educators.
K Gut
Jun 9 – 10
Luther Preparatory School – Watertown WI
8 am – 4 pm

PSY9301 Adolescent Mental Health 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
Addresses mental health concerns and issues among adolescents and utilizes Mindsight as a specific tool to understand appropriate interventions that teachers can implement.
A Schoof
Jun 9 – 10
Luther Preparatory School – Watertown WI
8 am – 4 pm

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