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Chicagoland Lutheran Educational Foundation (CLEF) empowers urban Lutheran schools in Chicago to deliver innovative, quality education in a Christian environment.

 

Educated for Tomorrow

CLEF students are civic-minded, culturally conscious, and compassionate leaders.

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Students are supported to reach their full potential.

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CLEF is Creating Pathways to Excellence for Schools

Serving Students Pre-K through High School

CLEF supports 20 Christian schools in diverse neighborhoods across Chicagoland. Although each school is unique, they share a commitment to empowering students to succeed in college, careers, and beyond.

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Our Saviour Lutheran School
 
Grace Christian Academy
St. John's Lutheran School
Lutheran Day Early Childhood Center
St. Paul Lutheran School on Dorchester