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Forward in Faith

More students. More opportunities.

The Forward in Faith capital campaign is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to affirm our commitment to Christ-centered education in Northeast Ohio. Learn more about our vision for the future by scheduling a meeting with school leadership.

The Impact

· 15 Additional Learning Spaces
· Expansion of Visual and Performing Arts Programs
· Increasing Counseling and Mental Health Services
· Growth of Endowment
· Centers of Excellence, including The Senney Enterprises Business & Entrepreneurship Academy

Chris Steinmann '00, Superintendent:

"This expansion is a blessing, allowing us to welcome, mentor, and care for Lutheran West students for generations to come."

Learn More

Help us foster the next generation of servant leaders. Schedule a meeting with school administration by contacting Ashley Koza, Director of Development, at [email protected] or 440-356-7155. We can't wait for you to be a part of our mission.

Watch Our Future Unfold

On October 14th, 2022, members of the Lutheran West community gathered to celebrate the announcement of the new Senney Enterprises Business & Entrepreneurship Academy.

The announcement was followed by the demolition of the Westgate Professional Building, marking a new era of growth and expansion for the school.

Go West

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A History of Expanding to Serve Students

1958		After 10 years at the original Lutheran High School in downtown Cleveland, Lutheran High School West is established in Rocky River.

1971		Lutheran West is expanded with the addition of the “100s” and guidance counselor offices in the library.

1985		The Cleveland Lutheran Educational Endowment (CLEEF) is established.

1988		The Jochum Room and John Katt Music Room are built, allowing more space for the fine arts.

2000		Light the Night celebrates the construction of a new football stadium named Alumni Field.

2003		Through the Vision Alive! campaign, Science and STEM programs are expanded with the addition of the science wing and an engineering lab. A dedicated art studio is added, along with The Senney Gymnasium, weight room, and locker rooms.

2011		The Unleash the Spirit capital campaign allows for the establishment of The Senney Honors Academy, expansion of the Jochum Room into the Jochum Performing Arts Center, new baseball dugouts, the addition of artificial turf to the baseball diamond, and refacing of the school building.

2019		The I Believe in West campaign provides for a full renovation to the library and updates to the Wittrock Gymnasium, the main offices, Admissions Center, and Student Life Center.

2022		The Lutheran West Middle School opens its doors, and the Forward in Faith capital campaign is launched to serve more students with more opportunities.

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