Welcome from the Head of School

In the fall of 1998, I began my journey at LuHi. Rigorous academics, top-notch extracurriculars, and a transformative campus ministry program all made an incredibly positive impact on my life. Although many years have since passed, these qualities are still the fabric of the LuHi experience. As a family in Christ, we are committed to developing compassionate and educated leaders for the future. With this vision as our focus, I can say with confidence that LuHi graduates are prepared to be leaders who affect positive change in the world!

I am so pleased you have decided to visit our website, and I hope this page serves as an exciting introduction to our unique school community. After learning more about LuHi, I encourage you to schedule a visit with us. Pictures alone cannot do our beautiful campus justice, and words can not fully describe the kind and caring aura in the hallways and classrooms. I am confident that you will come away impressed.

Image of head of school John Buck

It is an exciting time in our school’s history, as we build upon the progress of our five-year strategic plan, Shine (2020-2025), and pursue the goals of our new plan, Shine On (2026-2030). In 2024, we completed a full renovation of our main classroom wing. This 30,000-square-foot facility now provides students and faculty with a premier learning environment. Our STEM and Innovation Center serves as a hallmark of the new space, while state-of-the-art videoconferencing technology, science laboratories, and well-lit, comfortable classrooms inspire students to fulfill their potential. We now strive to clarify and elevate our Christian identity, build upon the success of record-high new student enrollment, and design systems that stay ahead of the rapidly changing educational landscape.

LuHi currently celebrates its 67th year in ministry. As we reflect on our history and look toward the future, we lean into our mission “to glorify God by educating young people in body, mind, and spirit”. Our theme for the 2026-27 school year is “Ascend”, inspired by 2 Peter 1: 3-11. In this passage, we are reminded that God gives us everything we need for a godly life and provides a roadmap for how we can actively grow in faith. As believers, we can ascend by making “every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, mutual affection; and to mutual affection, love.

Societal pressures can lead us to believe that our climb should be towards the pursuits of this world. We need to intentionally focus on principles found in this passage to center us, guide us, and keep us focused on what is true. I am grateful that our students are encouraged to ascend through weekly chapel services, mission trips, and daily prayer. Genuine relationships with classmates, staff, and faculty also support each student on his or her spiritual journey. A LuHi education is truly transformational!

Once again, thank you for taking the time to learn more about our special school. I am confident that as you explore, you will see that there is truly no place like LuHi.


John Buck
Head of School

Board of Directors

  • Derek Sells ’81, President
  • Lisa Walsh, Vice President
  • Elizabeth Bezrutczyk, Secretary
  • Joanne (Klempel) Llano ’80, Treasurer
  • Timothy Beckett, ’95
  • Dyan Barton
  • Susan Cusick-Carpenter ’78
  • Rev. John Hickey
  • Christine Lombardo, ’00
  • Jehron Petty ’16
  • Heather Ross
  • Rev. Harry Schenkel ’87
  • Allison Sweeney, ’83

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