Rockford Lutheran School

Let’s get our campus ready for a great new school year! 💜

Help us give our Jr./Sr. High School campus a little extra care before students return. Whether you can lend a hand for the entire morning or just part of it, we would be grateful to have you join us!

Join the Rockford Lutheran Booster Club for our Back-to-School Work Day on Saturday, August 15, from 8:00–11:00 a.m.

Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D4DACAE2BA0F9C34-64986252-booster

Thank you for helping us care for our campus and students!

We are so grateful to everyone who came out to the elementary campus yesterday to help us prepare for the new school year! From painting the PreK building to pulling weeds, mulching, mowing, and tackling all kinds of yard clean-up—so much was accomplished.

We had a record number of volunteers, and it was incredible to feel the support from so many of our families. Thank you for giving your time and energy to bless our school community—we couldn’t do it without you! 💜

Rise and shine, Class of 2027!

Seniors are invited to kick off their final year at Rockford Lutheran with the Senior Sunrise Kickoff on Monday, August 17!

We’ll begin with the Senior Locker Run at 5:30 a.m. at Rockford Lutheran High School before heading to AM Social for breakfast at 7:00 a.m.

Let’s celebrate the start of a new chapter and make the Class of 2027’s final year one to remember! 💜💛

Be sure to follow on Instagram and join the Class of 2027 Facebook group for updates.

Some of the best memories made at Rockford Lutheran begin with friendship.

On the International Day of Friendship, we’re celebrating the smiles, laughter, and connections that make our school community so special. We’re grateful for the friendships our students build here and the joy they bring to each day.

Happy Friendship Day, Crusaders!

What’s your favorite friendship memory from your time at Rockford Lutheran? Share it with us in the comments!

As the new school year approaches, we know families have plenty to prepare—and we hope these special uniform savings can make checking one more item off the list a little easier!

Lands’ End is offering Rockford Lutheran families 35% off school uniforms each week through September 4. Simply use the promotional code and PIN listed for your ordering dates.

We’re looking forward to welcoming our students back for another great year! 💜

Some restrictions may apply.

Welcome Back, Howard Freudenberg!

Mr. Freudenberg first joined the Rockford Lutheran community in 1996, and we’re excited to welcome him back to teach High School Anatomy!

Outside the classroom, Howard is a father of two and a proud grandfather. He has also competed alongside his children in an IRONMAN relay—Howard completed the swimming portion while his children tackled the biking and running legs.

Please join us in welcoming Mr. Freudenberg back to Rockford Lutheran! We’re grateful to have his experience, energy and familiar face returning to our classrooms.

Student Summer Spotlight: Scout Etnyre

Rockford Lutheran senior Scout Etnyre recently spent four days at the University of Iowa’s Summer Journalism Workshop, studying digital sports storytelling.

During the workshop, Scout participated in a Chicago Bulls media team simulation and gained hands-on experience in writing, creating social media content and graphics, and producing a podcast. He also experienced life on a college campus while building valuable independence and time-management skills.

Way to make the most of your summer, Scout!

This week, Rockford Lutheran is proud to welcome athletes from around the world as our campus serves as one of the host sites for games during the WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group Stage in collaboration with the International Women's Baseball Center.

As part of Women’s Baseball Week, in the Rockford region, some of the world’s top baseball talent has traveled here to compete for a chance to advance to the 2027 Women’s Baseball World Cup Finals.

We’re honored that our facilities can help support an event that brings international competition and visitors to the Rockford community. It’s exciting to see our campus filled with players, families, and fans from across the globe while showcasing all that our region has to offer.

We wish every team the best of luck throughout the tournament and hope everyone enjoys their time in Rockford.

Welcome to Rockford Lutheran—and welcome to Rockford!

What does it mean to educate the whole student?

That question was at the heart of Dr. Alan Runge's recent conversation on WIFR's The Morning Blend.

At Rockford Lutheran, we believe education extends far beyond the classroom. Our goal is to prepare students academically, strengthen their faith, encourage them to discover their passions, and equip them for whatever God has planned next.

That commitment is reflected throughout our school community. Nearly 70% of our students participate in athletics, while many others pursue their interests through fine arts, student leadership, service opportunities, academic clubs, and more. Every experience is an opportunity to grow in confidence, character, and purpose.

We're grateful to WIFR for the opportunity to share the mission of Rockford Lutheran with our community. If you haven't seen the interview yet, we invite you to take a few minutes to watch it below.

🎥 https://www.wifr.com/video/2026/07/15/rockford-lutheran-school/

Interested in learning more about Rockford Lutheran? We'd love to connect with you. Visit our admissions page or send us a message—we're always happy to answer questions!

Rockford Lutheran School WIFR The Blend

For more than 16 years, Coach Tom Guse has been a leader, mentor, and integral part of the Rockford Lutheran family.

Since becoming head coach in 2010, Coach Guse has helped build one of the area's most respected basketball programs, leading the Crusaders to multiple regional and sectional championships and three IHSA State Tournament appearances. But his greatest legacy won't be measured by wins and banners. It will be found in the countless student-athletes he challenged, encouraged, and helped grow both on and off the court.

Coach Guse has represented Rockford Lutheran with integrity, passion, and a commitment to developing young men of character. His influence has left a lasting mark on our basketball program and our entire school community.

Coach Guse, thank you for your unwavering dedication to Rockford Lutheran over the past 16 seasons. We are grateful for your leadership and the legacy you leave behind. We wish you and your family God's richest blessings in this next chapter.

To learn more about Coach Guse's remarkable career, read WIFR's story here:
https://www.wifr.com/2026/07/15/longtime-rockford-lutheran-boys-basketball-coach-tom-guse-steps-down-after-16-seasons/