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    Peninsula Temple Beth El

    4.0 (4 reviews)

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    Gloria Dei Lutheran Church

    4.7(13 reviews)
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    I am beyond thrilled with Gloria Dei. My two children are in the middle of their second year there,…read moreand I have very positive feedback. Our children started last year and the growth and progress we've seen is remarkable. I was concerned about their adjustment... both had been home with me and had no prior pre-school / daycare experience outside of extended family. I was thrilled that they were able to attend the same class, in the mixed junior kindergarten / kindergarten class. Ms. Marquardt was amazing. The second day of school my youngest raced to class and threw her arms around her teacher. My son, who is very shy was allowed to adjust and blossom within his comfort zone. Her caring is evident in the way the children respond to her. The small class size really affords each child the opportunity to receive an education tailored to his/her needs. This year they're in separate classes, and still flourishing. For the kindergarten classes, the curriculum is one of active and experiential learning. There is good focus on reading and early math basics. I'm thrilled with the use of technology in the classroom in meaningful ways. For the mixed classroom (grades 1-5), the students are encouraged to interact and share in their daily activities. I especially enjoy seeing the children working in community-based ways, instead of having distinct separation of grades that you experience in larger schools. Mrs. Lee is an especially patient and caring teacher. Her gentle leadership and constant encouragement is inspirational... My son continues to expand his general scholastic and interpersonal skills. This school promotes community and fellowship. The inclusion of bible-based teachings provide an extra layer of education that just can't be found in public schools. The only drawback for me is there isn't a "gym" or a rigorous physical education curriculum. That being said, there is ample opportunity for the children to stretch, climb, run and play during the scheduled recess periods. I'll gladly trade organized sports on site for the caring education that they receive daily.

    I only visited the church once (and this has nothing to do with the school). The church is lovely,…read moreand they have a Saturday service at 6 p.m. - a perfect time for me. But the pastor and congregation belong to a conservative wing of the Lutheran church, which includes considering homosexuality a major sin. Unfortunately, I'm from a liberal wing of the Lutheran church, and since it came up in the sermon (I suspect it comes up every week), I knew this wasn't the place for me. They believe in "close communion" where they encourage/allow only like minded people to share in the Body of Christ. If you're from a liberal wing of the Lutheran church (or a Christian from another denomination), they require you to take a class before you can take communion with them. I got the feeling they want you to agree with their philosophies, or they don't want to share communion with you.

    Peninsula Temple Beth El - synagogues - Updated May 2026

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