Alaska Mission Trip - June 6 - 14

Join the Alaska Mission Trip from June 6 –14, a week-long opportunity to serve alongside Alaska Mission for Christ in Nenana and Fairbanks, Alaska. Students will help lead Vacation Bible School for local youth and assist with community outreach projects, supporting the ongoing ministry serving Alaskan communities. Applications are now open and will close on February 4.

There will be a Zoom meeting on Monday, February 2, at 6:00 p.m. to share more information with parents. You can also email missions@creanlutheran.org with any additional questions if you are unable to make the meeting.

Alaska Mission Trip Application

Upcoming Applications and Deadlines

Please review the important application information and deadlines below.

Today, Friday, January 30, at 2:35 p.m., is the final deadline for current students to submit Cohort and Honor Society applications. Applications must be received by this time to be considered.

Additionally, CSF applications are due next Wednesday, February 4, by 2:35 p.m.

Any questions regarding these applications may be directed to Mrs. Stacy Kemp at stacy.kemp@creanlutheran.org.

Applications for Service Awards

Presidential Volunteer Service Award - Not Offered

The President’s Volunteer Service Award has remained on a temporary pause since March 27, 2025. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept any applications this year and will discontinue approving hours for this program in Track It Forward until further notice.

Students are encouraged to continue recording and tracking their volunteer hours independently for college and scholarship applications.

Congressional Award Gold Medalist Deadline - Due by February 1, Annually

Are you pursuing the Congressional Award Gold Medal? The application deadline is February 1. Ensure all your information is entered, validated, and submitted through Submittable on the Congressional Award website.

Congressional Award Details.

Honor Society Applications for the 2026-2027 School Year

Students seeking acceptance into the Crean Lutheran Saints Chapter of one or more nationally recognized honor societies, or into the Multilingual Society Chapter, must meet the eligibility requirements set by each chapter. Applications are due by January 30 at 2:35 p.m. for the 2026-2027 school year. Late applications will not be accepted.

Returning members must complete the Return Form by January 30. Visit your Canvas page for the Return Form.

Eligibility and Requirements or Fill out an application.

Cohort Applications for the 2026-2027 School Year

Are you ready to join one of Crean Lutheran High School’s four prestigious Cohort programs for the 2026-2027 school year? These unique programs are designed for students eager to explore careers in Business, Engineering, Law, or Medicine. Through project-based learning, service opportunities, and community outreach, Cohort students gain valuable knowledge and skills for their future.

Highlights of the Cohort experience include attending workshops, conferences, professional lectures, and speaker nights; access to internship opportunities; and priority enrollment in Cohort-specific classes. Students who complete all four years of a Cohort program and all Cohort requirements will receive a special distinction on their transcripts, showcasing their dedication and achievement.

Applications are due by January 30. Information about each Cohort and application form.

Returning members must complete the Return Form by January 30. Visit your Canvas page for the Return Form.

California Scholarship Federation (CSF) Applications 

The California Scholarship Federation (CSF) recognizes academic achievement and community service among California middle and high school students. Eligible students can apply for membership based on their report card grades each eligible semester.

Seniors may earn Life Membership by meeting the requirements and successfully applying for membership in four semesters during grades 10–12, including the Fall semester in their Senior year. Crean Lutheran High School honors Life Members at graduation.

Applications for the first semester of the 2025–2026 school year will close at 2:35 p.m. on February 3. Late applications will not be accepted.

CSF Registrar-approved course list

2026-2027 Servant Leadership Team Applications

Applications for the 2026-2027 Servant Leadership Team are open until Tuesday, February 10. This application process is for returning Crean Lutheran students only. Incoming Freshmen and transfers will have a separate application process and will receive instructions at a later date.

Students who are interested in serving on SLT for the coming school year may pick up a paper application from Ms. Marraccino (A107b) or Ms. Eltiste’s desk in the Admissions suite. Applications must be turned in directly to Ms. Marraccino (A107b) or in the dropbox outside the classroom. Once your application is processed, you will receive an email with instructions to schedule an interview time slot. Do NOT turn in your application to the front desk.

If you have any questions, please email SLT at slt@creanlutheran.org.

Visual Arts Conservatory Application Now Open

The Visual Arts Conservatory application is now open for the 2026–27 school year. The Visual Arts Conservatory is a program designed for students interested in exploring careers in the Visual Arts, including fields in Graphic Design, Web Design, Architecture, Illustration, Photography, Animation, Art History, Art Therapy, and Studio Arts. If you are interested in being a part of the Conservatory, please fill out the application. This program is open to all students in grades 9–12 who are enrolled in a Visual Arts course.

Application deadlines:

• February 15, 2026, for current Crean Lutheran students
• March 15, 2026, for students new to Crean Lutheran for the 2026–27 school year

Returning Conservatory Students Application

First-Time Conservatory Student Application

Winter Spirit Week - February 2-7

• Monday, Feb. 2: 
• Dress Theme: No Sleep Till Brooklyn Pajama Day
• Lunch Activity: Hot Chocolate Bar
• Tuesday, Feb. 3: 
• Dress Theme: La La Land Day (concert/band tees, jerseys, denim)
• Lunch Activity: Karaoke
• Wednesday, Feb. 4: 
• Dress Theme: Sweater Weather in Paris Day
• Lunch Activity: Make Your Own Stress Ball
• Thursday, Feb. 5: 
• Dress Theme: Tokyo Drift Day (Upperclassmen - Black; lowerclassmen - Neon)
• Pep Rally! We will follow the Assembly Bell Schedule.
• Lunch Activity: Mario Kart Tournament (Event Center)
• Friday, Feb. 6: Online Learning Day - No Activities
• Saturday, Feb. 7: Winter Formal Dance

** Students must follow Non-Uniform Dress Day guidelines. Students not dressed in theme or in violation of a dress code rule will receive a dress code violation. **

Winter Formal Dance - February 7

Winter Formal 2026 will take place on Saturday, February 7, from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. at the Gillette House (17475 Gillette Ave, Suite 100, Irvine, CA 92614). Tickets will be sold from Monday, January 26, until Friday, February 6, at noon. Tickets will be sold through GoFan. To purchase a ticket, you will need to enter your CLHS Student ID number in the "access code" section.

Student Ticket Prices:

• Early Bird Student Ticket (Monday, January 26, at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, February 2 at 11:59 a.m.): $100
• Regular Student Ticket (Monday, February 2, at NOON to Friday, February 6, at 12:00 p.m.): $110
• Late Ticket at the Door: $160 (regular ticket price + $50 late fee) - CASH OR CHECK ONLY

Students can invite outside guests to this dance. The Crean Lutheran Guest Dance Contract must be submitted to the Dean's Office (A109a) for approval no later than Wednesday, February 4, at 3:00 p.m. Once your guest is approved, you will receive an access code to purchase your guest's ticket through GoFan. As a reminder, guest tickets will not be sold at the door. The price of a Guest Ticket is $110.

All Crean Lutheran Dance Rules for appropriate dress and student behavior must be followed. 

Winter Formal recommended attire is semi-formal:

• Guys: slacks with dress shirt & tie/bow-tie (suit jacket optional)
• Girls: dress (either short or floor-length)
• Comfortable, easy-to-dance-in shoes

Re-Enrollment Information - February 1

Crean Lutheran is excited to begin re-enrollment for the 2026-27 school year for all returning students. You will receive your 2026-27 re-enrollment invoice, which is $850 per student for Domestic Students and $950 per student for International Students, along with your tuition contract by the first week in January. February 1 is the due date for completing the contract and submitting your registration fee to continue your student's enrollment. The registration fee is non-refundable. If you will be returning and payment is not received by February 1, a $50 late fee will be assessed.

Please complete the following steps to re-enroll and register your student for classes for the upcoming 2026-27 school year. If you have a returning student and a new incoming student, you will submit your registration fee and contract for the new incoming student by the given deadline and for your returning student(s) by February 1, along with the contracts. If you have only a new incoming student, you can disregard this, as you will follow the standard enrollment process for new incoming students.

Step 1: Complete the 2026-27 Tuition Contract that will be sent to you by email from FACTS. This can only go to one email, and it is sent to the first email address on your FACTS account.

Step 2: Pay the registration fee. If you have selected the AutoPay option in FACTS, this payment will process automatically on February 1.

Please contact the Student Accounts Manager, Erika Walter, for any questions regarding the financial side of the re-enrollment process at erika.walter@creanlutheran.org.

Thank you for your continued enrollment and support of Crean Lutheran High School! We appreciate our Saints Families!

Grandparents Day Chapel - Save the Date

On Tuesday, March 17, we will host our special Grandparents Day Chapel. Registration opens on Wednesday, February 11, and we look forward to welcoming our grandparents to campus.

Financial Planning Ministry Seminar - February 17

If you have not yet created a will, family trust, or estate plan, Crean Lutheran is pleased to offer this important service at no cost to members of our Saints Community. Through our partnership with the Financial Planning Ministry, we offer informative estate-planning seminars right here on campus. Join us for an on-campus seminar on February 17.

Financial Planning Ministry Seminar Information & RSVP

Saints Uniform Store

Crean Lutheran High School is excited to announce that our new uniform store is Vicky Marsha Uniforms. This new shopping experience can be done in person or online for all uniform polos and skirts. We are pleased to partner with VMU to offer both a physical store and online ordering.

Crean Lutheran Vicky Marsha Uniform Store Online Store

Saints Spirit Store

Don’t miss out on new arrivals designed to keep you cozy, only at the Crean Lutheran Spirit Store!

Please allow approximately two weeks for order processing and delivery. You will receive an email notification once your order has arrived on campus. If you pay for shipping, it does not speed up delivery.

Shop the Saints Spirit Store.

Class Moms Events

Class of 2026 Moms' Night Out

Join the Class of 2026 Moms for a fun evening of games and fellowship on Tuesday, February 10. No experience needed!

More Information & RSVP

Class of 2028 Galentines Board Night

Join other Sophomore Moms for a fun Galentines Board night on Wednesday, February 11.

More Information & RSVP

Class of 2029 Painting Night

Join the Class of 2029 Moms for a fun-filled evening out to celebrate friendships and enjoy a fun painting activity on Thursday, February 12.

More Information & RSVP

Moms in Prayer

You’re invited to join fellow Saints parents for prayer—lifting up our school’s ministry, students, faculty, and staff. It’s a beautiful time to connect, encourage one another, and seek the Lord together.

Wednesdays | 1:15–2:15 p.m. (B4) when school is in session.

L100E (North Campus, inside the Art Gallery) – please check in at the front desk first. We’d love to have you with us! Sign up to let us know you’re coming.

For more information, contact events@creanlutheran.org.

Alumni Stories & Updates

With thousands of alumni across the globe, Crean Lutheran strives to promote lifelong connections among our alumni in support of our mission of Proclaiming Jesus Christ through Excellence in Education. 

We want to hear what you have been up to, both personally and professionally, since you graduated. Please use this form to share stories and updates with us. If you have any questions, please email alumni@creanlutheran.org.

Summer Youth Camps

Crean Lutheran High School Summer Youth Camps are back for 2026. Students entering Grades 1–12 are invited to learn, play, and grow through programs in arts, leadership, technology, sports, and more, all in a faith-based environment. Daycare is available.

More Information and Registration

Sapphire at School - Saints Café Menus

Saints Café Menu (February 2 - 5)

News and Announcements