PROVIDING THE LIGHT
Cultivating Christ-centered students equipped to thrive and serve.
Welcome
Home
From PreK wonder to high school graduation — your child is known personally, loved without limits, and equipped to lead, serve, and shine God’s light in the world.
Our Schools
One Mission,
Two Exceptional Schools
Central Nebraska Lutheran School provides a seamless PreK through 12th grade Lutheran education right here in Grand Island.
Grand Island Lutheran High
Faith-filled high school education that prepares students for college, career, and a life of courageous service. Small classes. Big opportunities.
Trinity Lutheran School
Where faith and learning grow together. A nurturing PreK–6 environment where every child is known, loved, and empowered to reach their God-given potential.
Why CNLS
Faith. Excellence. Belonging.
Your child deserves a school that sees the whole person — mind, body, and spirit. At CNLS, that’s not just a tagline. It’s how we teach every single day.
Academic Excellence
Students at Lutheran schools consistently score above national averages in reading, math, and science — while developing lifelong faith and character.
A Family, Not Just a School
Our Christian teachers are mentors, role models, and faith leaders committed to helping every child grow in wisdom, confidence, and character — by name.
Find Your Place
Whether it’s music, drama, sports, academic clubs, or service projects — students discover their God-given passions and build lifelong friendships at CNLS.
“Our daughter transferred into middle school after the 2025 Christmas break and she is absolutely thriving at GILH. From the moment she started, the girls in her class welcomed her with open arms and now she feels right at home. This is exactly where our family needs to be. We’re so thankful for the school and the loving community it provides.”
What Sets Us Apart
Preparing Students
for Life — and Eternity
From nurturing hearts in PreK to launching leaders in high school, CNLS equips students for college, career, and a Christ-centered life.
Scholarships Available
Generous scholarship opportunities — including need-based aid, referral bonuses, and a $2,500 high school transfer award — ensure Lutheran education is within reach.
9 Partner Churches
Supported by nine partner churches across central Nebraska, CNLS is rooted in a vibrant faith community that stretches far beyond our school walls.
PreK Through Graduation
CNLS provides a seamless, continuous Lutheran education from preschool all the way through 12th grade.
CNLS Foundation
Supporting Lutheran Education — Today and for Generations to Come
The Central Nebraska Lutheran School Foundation strengthens our mission by providing vital resources for Christ-centered education from Pre-K through 12th grade. Through united generosity, we equip students to thrive academically and grow in faith.
Your Child Belongs
Here.
We’d love to show you what makes CNLS special. Schedule a visit, ask a question, or start your enrollment journey — your family is welcome here.
UPCOMING EVENTS
- March 17, 2026
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4TH GR - AG DAY
March 17, 2026
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- March 19, 2026
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TLS - Chapel
March 19, 2026 8:20 am - 9:20 am
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- March 20, 2026
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TLS - No School
March 20, 2026
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- March 21, 2026
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Red & Blue Gala
March 21, 2026
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