Congratulations to our Class of 2025!

As we head into May, our 8th graders are starting to focus on the next steps in their education and spiritual journey. Many of our students will be confirmed this upcoming weekend. They are getting ready for their class trip, their last curriculum fair, their last day of school, and their graduation.

Seven of these students attended Bethany's Kindergarten; six of them have been here from Kindergarten - 8th grade. 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝗕𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝟵𝟮,𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀｡

We will share more about their individual and collective accomplishments over the upcoming weeks, but in the meantime, will you please join us in praying for these precious young adults? We are #bethanyproud

Graduating early!!

Alumni in the News! Kalel attended Bethany from Preschool through 8th graduation. The education and friendships he had assisted him in his pursuit of finishing high school at Naperville North in 3 years. He set a goal and was able to achieve his graduation this year and will be attending Joliet Junior college pursing Architecture.

Wow, Kalel! Finishing high school in three years is quite an accomplishment! You are such a bright young man, dedicated to the service of others. We can’t wait to see where your architecture degree takes you. God‘s blessings to you in the next chapter of your life! Congratulations ! God be wirh you! #bethanyproud

Congratulations to Hope!

Alumni in the News!

Hope attended Bethany from Kindergarten-8th grade and graduated from Plainfield North where she has been working in the after school program through the YMCA. She has a passion for teaching the early childhood population, especially children with special needs. She will continue her education at Iowa State as an Early Childhood major and also taking prerequisites in Occupational Therapy. Her favorite memories were from Walcamp where she remembers connecting with her classmates and developing great friendships. Her favorite Bible Verse is Psalm 27:14: "Wait for the Lord be strong and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord!"

Dear Hope, we are so excited for you to continue your education in your passion, and we know you will be a light to all those sweet children in your care! God's blessings to you, and best of luck these next 4 years of college! #bethanyproud

Miles is off to Purdue University!

Alumni in the News!

Miles graduated this year with honors from St Francis High School where he got his biliteracy in Spanish and excelled in three AP tests (so far!). He will be studying mechanical engineering in the Fall at Purdue (Boiler Up!).

Dear Miles, Congratulations on your accomplishments! We know you will go so far in your college career and beyond. Please stay in touch with us at Bethany Lutheran School Naperville, IL so we can can celebrate your successes with you. God's richest blessings to you!

Continuing his Christian Education!

Alumni in the News! Congratulations to Jack, High School graduate Class of 2025! See below for his reflections on his time at Bethany Lutheran School Naperville, IL:

𝐈 𝐚𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐲 𝐮𝐩𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐋𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥. 𝐌𝐲 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐈 𝐚𝐦 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲. 𝐈 𝐚𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐟𝐟 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐉𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭. 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬, 𝐈 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐞𝐝 𝐦𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐥𝐦𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐭. 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐚𝐥𝐥, 𝐈 𝐚𝐦 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐞 𝐦𝐲 𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐁𝐚𝐲𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐈 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐲 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞. 𝐌𝐲 𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐂𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥. 𝐌𝐲 𝐟𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐲 𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐮𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐧𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐛𝐞 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭.

Dear Jack, we know that you have deep roots, firmly planted in His Word! We cannot wait to follow your career and life as you witness to the world. God's richest blessings to you! #bethanyproud

Congratulations to the Burns Family!

Alumni in the News!Jack graduated from ISU with a Bachelor’s in Accounting. He will return to ISU in August to pursue his Master’s in Accounting. He also roomed with fellow BLS alum Jeremy Stehle for 3 years. Joe will be attending West Virginia University this August, Grace will be a senior at Waubonsie HS and our Pete will be a freshman. We loved our time at Bethany!

Congratulations to Jack, Joe, Grace, and Pete in their accomplishments. We love following your lives and are so proud of you! God be with you all!

Alumni in the News!

Congratulations to Maggie Martin (Class of 2017) on her first day of graduate school to become a Doctor of Physical Therapy at Carroll University. We are SO proud of you and can't wait to see how you improve the lives of those around you. God's richest blessings to you on this new journey! #bethanyproud

Senior Spotlight! Corban has had a great 4 years at Naperville Central! He's spent time volunteering at various Mission Trips in Michigan and Wisconsin, repairing and repainting houses. He's about to leave for Mexico to build houses with his Youth Group! So far his favorite class was his automotive class where he learned how to dismantle and put together engines, transmissions, and axels. His dream would be to design and work on Nascars. His

favorite memory of Bethany was Walcamp because of the connections made with the rest of the class. He'd like to thank Mrs. Dunwell for being like the "class mom." This fall brings College of DuPage where he'll continue his automotive training as well as playing the guitar.

Corban, we are so proud of all the ways you've shown love to friends and strangers alike, and we cannot wait to see how God uses you in this next chapter of your life! God's richest blessings to you!!

Senior Spotlight! Alex attended Joliet Catholic Academy where she was an Honors student and inducted into the National Honor Society her Junior and Senior year. She ran track, played tennis and played volleyball. She was involved in the Medical Science Club, ACDC (Accepting Cultural Diversity Club) and volunteered at St. Joesph Hospital and Bolingbrook Hospital throughout high school. Alex will be attending Loyola University in Chicago accepted into the Pre-Med/Neuroscience program. She says she is excited to finally be on a path to becoming a doctor!

From Alex: I loved Bethany School I was very prepared for high school, I never felt like I lacked in any subject and actually felt like I was more prepared in some subjects. I made some lasting friendships at Bethany and for that I’m thankful! My favorite memory is still Walcamp it was so much fun to bond with my friends and we had a blast! 𝐈 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐌𝐬. 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐡𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐫𝐬. 𝐃𝐮𝐧𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥: 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐨 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. 𝐈 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐬𝐞𝐭 𝐦𝐞 𝐮𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐞𝐝!

Jill and Tom: As parents we never once regretted our decision to send our child to Bethany. It surpassed all of our expectations (and from parents of an only child…you can only imagine-LOL). Every teacher and staff member were accessible and communication was top notch! She is thriving as she enters into her next step of college and we attribute much of that to her primary years. Thank You!

Alex, your future is so bright! We are so proud of the way you will serve others in your vocation. May God guide your every step!

Senior SpotlightToday we congratulate Class of 2019 graduate, Jenna! Here's a note from her proud parents:

Jenna did great transitioning from Bethany to Joliet Catholic Academy. She didn't have any issues with learning. In fact, I think Bethany students are ahead academically, when entering High School. She was honored over her 4 years, with 3 certificate awards for excelling in her classes. She received these from her Math, Biology & Spanish teachers.

Jenna was also inducted into the Spanish National Honor Society, the Math National Honor Society (Mu Alpha Theta), and the Art National Honor Society. She provided over 100 hours of volunteering in the community during her 4 years, and will continue to give back. She will be attending Augustana College in Rock Island, IL, in the fall, for a career as a Child Psychologist. We are more than proud and thank God that he continues to bless her!

Jenna, we pray for God's continued provision for you! We can't wait to see how He moves in your life!

Senior Spotlight! Today we celebrate Class of 2019 graduate, Caitlin! Caitlin was accepted into a very competitive 5 year combined Undergraduate and PA program at Valparaiso University. She will be completing her undergraduate education in 3 years, and then will automatically be enrolled in their graduate Physician Assistant program. She also received the Presidential Scholarship that will cover her entire tuition.

Caitlin has fond memories of serving as the student council president and helping plan the school events and fundraisers! Her favorite memories of her time at Bethany was performing as the lead role, Marian, in The Music Man! Having her peers watch the hard work she put in the musical made it all the better. She sends a special shout out to Mr. Johnson for helping her remain an academically curious student and Mrs. Staunch for allowing her to express her thoughts through art.

We are SO PROUD and can't wait to see how God uses Caitlin in her future. God's richest blessings to you, Caitlin!

Senior Spotlight! Today we celebrate our 2019 Valedictorian, Sydney! Here's a note from her mom:

I would like to introduce Sydney. She was Bethany’s class valedictorian for 2019 and currently a Senior at Bolingbrook High School. During her time at BHS, she has been recognized academically as one of the top 20 students of her class each year. Sydney is an Ambassador Girl Scout, holds a command staff position on BHS’s Air Force Junior ROTC, and an Illinois state scholar. As a member of the National Honor, the World Language Honor, and the AFJROTC’s Kitty Hawk Honor Societies, she has earned hundreds of volunteer service hours. Most recently, Sydney tested for, and has earned a seal of biliteracy in French. She has also figure skated since age 7 and has earned USFSA the highest testing awards in Moves in the field, Ice Dance, and Solo Free Dance.

Sydney has accepted an offer from Lewis University. She will be studying Chemistry with plans for advanced degrees in the future. As a parent, I witness daily the Christian principals and values she learned during her Lutheran education at Bethany. We are both grateful 8 years spent at Bethany.

Sydney, you continue to amaze us with your grace and grit! We couldn't be more proud of everything you've accomplished these past years and we will pray for your continued blessings in Jesus' name!

Senior Spotlight! Allison will graduate from Joliet Catholic Academy on May 21, 2023, with a solid GPA. She was inducted into Mu Alpha Theta, a mathematics honor society, in November 2022. Next fall she will be attending a community college and would like to study radiology. She attended Bethany from Pre-K--8th grade and we are grateful for the Christian foundation and academic growth that prepared her for the high school years. A shout out to all of her teachers!--Louise Bolt, Aimee Walsh, Jennifer Gutzwiller, Cyndi Niccolai, Kari Janetzke, Michelle Stehle, Erin Dunwell, Josh Schultz, Rob Johnson, and David Bremer.

Allison, we are so very proud of the young woman you are! We pray for God's continued hand in your life. We can't wait to see how He uses you for His Kingdom!

Senior Spotlight!Katie will be attending St. Louis University in the fall and majoring in Physical Therapy. She will also be part of the D1 track and field team there. Throughout her time at Montini, Katie was vice president of her class, a leader of many religious retreats, and the captain of the track and field team.

A few comments from Katie: The best part of attending Bethany is that it truly was a family. I was able to know everyone on a more personal level. My favorite memory was winning state track with a group of admirable girls. I would like to thank every faculty at Bethany. I feel that every person I came in contact with had an impact on who I am today. I would specifically like to thank Mrs. Dunwell for all she has done. She was like a second mom to me. I would also like to thank Mrs. Fox. I knew her for the shortest period of time, but it feels like I have known her since birth. Her contagious smile never fails to light up a room. Lastly, I would like to thank Coach Guenther. Most people know him as the track coach, but he was so much more than that. He was someone who cared about every single person, not only as an athlete, but as a whole person. He set an amazing example for any kid that he came in contact with.

Katie, we are so so proud of your hard work, dedication, and demonstration of God's love to everyone in your world. We pray for His continued hand on your life, and we wish you the very best!

Senior Spotlight! Let's take a moment to celebrate Andrea! Here's a quick note from her parents: After 11 years at Bethany and 4 years at Joliet Catholic Academy, Andrea is headed to Loyola in the fall! She was well prepared for high school and is planning to study International Business. We are so thankful for her time at Bethany. We loved the fact that every subject could incorporate Jesus in some way and help the kids to learn not just academics, but a strong Biblical foundation for life going forward. It was always comforting to know that she was in a school where she was surrounded by teachers and staff who genuinely cared about her and our family. We all made wonderful friends during our school years at Bethany, attending volleyball games, track meets, musicals, and so many other events together. We loved watching all of the kids in her class grow up together in faith and friendship over our years in school there. We wish Andrea and all of the other Bethany graduates this year best wishes, and look forward to seeing what they do next. The D'Amico Family

We give thanks to God for the firm foundation of faith given to Andrea. We are so proud of you, and we pray for His blessings upon every step!

Senior Spotlight! Macey will be attending St. Catherine University in St. Paul, MN in the fall to play on the Golf team and will be majoring in Nursing. At Metea, Macey won 𝙁𝙚𝙢𝙖𝙡𝙚 𝘼𝙩𝙝𝙡𝙚𝙩𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙔𝙚𝙖𝙧 and also Outstanding Senior Award for the PE department and was a recognized Senior in the FACS department. She qualified for State in golf and placed 16th, and also played her final year of softball this spring.

According to Macey: My favorite part about attending Bethany was having such a close bond with everyone there. My class felt like a family to me and my teachers were very supportive and I am now able to call them my friends!! My favorite memories were Walcamp in 5th grade and also the class trip in 8th grade. That is where the most memories were made and where bonds became closer. I also loved participating in sports there. I would like to thank all of my teachers for always being there for me and especially Mrs. Dunwell, Mrs. Staunch, Mrs. Janetzke, Mrs. Fox, and Mr. Bremer! I cherish all of the years I had at Bethany!

Macey, we are so proud of the young woman you've become, and we know God will use your talents for His Kingdom these next 4 years and beyond. Congratulations!!