Trinity Lutheran School

Trinity Lutheran School: A Legacy of Faith & Learning

1882 Shortly after Trinity Lutheran Church was founded, our Christian day school opened — the first classes held in the same building that served as church and schoolhouse at Second and Vine.

1885 Mr. Wiesbrodt was called as Trinity’s first permanent teacher.

1893 The congregation moved into a beautiful new stone church building next door.

1923 The growing school was enlarged to welcome more families.

1930 Our current school site was purchased and a new four-room building dedicated on August 17.

1952 Two additional classrooms were added.

1962 Major expansion: four new classrooms, library, lunchroom, gymnasium, and offices.

1978 Final addition: four more classrooms, a youth center, and expanded offices — completing the campus we love today.

Trinity Principals: Faithful Stewards Across Generations

1909–1949

Mr. Becker

For four decades, Mr. Becker led with quiet strength, shaping hearts and minds through war, depression, and growth.

1949–1972

Mr. Wassermann

A steady hand through the post-war boom — expanding classrooms and deepening faith formation.

1972–2001

Mr. Chandler

Nearly 30 years of visionary leadership — guiding Trinity into the new millennium with joy and excellence.

2002–2019

Mrs. Armstrong

A heart for every child — leading with grace, warmth, and an unshakable commitment to Christ-centered education.

2019–2020

Mrs. Staehr

Served with faithfulness during a season of transition.

2020–2021

Mrs. Bartels

Guided our school with calm and care through the challenges of a pandemic year.

2021–

Mr. Rathe

Leading us boldly today — unifying two schools with one mission as Central Nebraska Lutheran. Together we’ll equip the next generation to lift high the cross for decades to come.

History