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St. Paul Lutheran School & Ministries

Our Mission

A Christ-centered education that will equip children to faithfully serve as witnessing Christians and productive citizens.

Our founders believed in “A school beside every church,” so every child could learn what Psalm 78:5-7 calls us to pass on to the next generation.

A Message From Our Principal

Rooted in Christ, Explore in Faith, Soar in Knowledge

Dear St. Paul Families,

Welcome to the 2026–2027 School Year! We are thrilled to welcome both returning and new families as we begin a year of learning, growing, and serving together.

Our theme this year is “Rooted in Christ, Explore in Faith, Soar in Knowledge.” Throughout the year, our students will deepen their relationship with Christ, strengthen their faith, and pursue academic excellence as they discover and develop the gifts God has given them.

It is with great joy that I introduce myself as your new principal. I am honored to join this faith filled school community and I look forward to getting to know each of you in the weeks and months ahead.

As principal, one of my highest priorities is building strong relationships with our students, families, faculty, and church community. I believe that open communication, collaboration, and mutual respect are the foundation of a successful school. I encourage you to share your ideas, ask questions, and partner with us as we work together to make this an outstanding school year for our children.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school at 402-372-2355.

God Bless,
Mrs. Paula Peatrowsky
Principal

Our Story

Over 140 years of faith and learning

1883

The church building serves as both classroom and place of worship.

1893

A new brick school building goes up and is used for about 23 years.

1916

On November 6, a two-story brick school is dedicated.

1972

The gym addition is dedicated in June.

1985

Our Pre-School begins, serving West Point and the towns around it.

2001

Ground is broken on our present building on the first day of school, and students soon move in with a flag raising. The new building is about 10,800 square feet and cost $1.3 million.

Then and Now

Moments From Our St. Paul Family

Moments from the classroom, chapel and playground, from the early days to today.

What We Believe

Faith, community and learning, every day

Faith

Jesus is at the center of our school. Chapel, prayer and God’s Word are part of every day.

Community

Small classes mean every child is known, supported and cheered on, like family.

Learning

Strong academics from PreK through 8th grade, so kids are ready for whatever comes next.

Our Team

The Hearts Behind St. Paul

Our leaders

Paula Peatrowsky

PRINCIPAL

Pastor John Gierke

PASTOR

Jenn Batenhorst

OFFICE MANAGER

Our teachers

Christa Reppert

PRESCHOOL & TK TEACHER

Tiffanny Heese

KINDERGARTEN & 1ST GRADE

Jillian Heard

2ND & 3RD GRADE

Missy Johnson

4TH, 5TH & 6TH GRADE

Our support team

Antonia Reimers

PHYSICAL EDUCATION AIDE

Pam Brockemeier

PARAPROFESSIONAL

Darla Bovil

PARAPROFESSIONAL

Taylor Martinez

MARKETING & OUTREACH

Come See St. Paul for Yourself

325 North Colfax Street, West Point, NE 68788
Call 402-372-2355 to schedule a visit