Immanuel Lutheran School
1930 North Bowman Avenue
Danville, IL 61832

ils.schooldirector@gmail.com

(217) 442-5036


Meet our Staff at ILS!

Rachel Schmidgall, Director

Michelle Weise, Asst. Director and 4's PreK Lead Teacher

Tabby Hammer, 4's PreK Lead Teacher

Katie Rouse, 3's PreK Lead Teacher

Nicole Martin, 2's Lead Teacher

Kirsten Brown, Young 2's Lead Teacher

Cheyenne Walls, Young 2's Co-Teacher

Lisa Fullen, 4's PreK Co-Teacher

Rita Yagow, 4's Teacher Co-Teacher

Sue Binkley, 3's Teacher Co-Teacher

Leah Combs, 3's Teacher Co-Teacher

Lily Kiser, 2's Teacher Co-Teacher

Hannah Christensen, 2's Teacher Co-Teacher

Patty Wilson, BC and AC Co-Teacher



Welcome to Immanuel Lutheran School, a DCFS certified preschool serving families in the Greater Danville area. We teach children 2-5 years of age. Our goal is to prepare young children to be Christ followers and learn a Biblical worldview. In 2026, we will be the first school in the Danville, IL area to launch a Reggio Emilia inspired school. Reggio Emilia focuses on child-led teaching, projects, discussions and a more flexible class schedule and routine. Children will work hand in hand with staff and families to become leaders in the classroom, gain independence, work as a team, and inspire their own curriculum. We look forward to this new educational philosophy within our faith-based environment. 

Upcoming Dates:

April 3rd, Good Friday, No School

(Staff Institute)

April 22nd, Lunch on the Lawn, 11:30am



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The Lutheran Church of the Missouri Synod has over 1,800 private preschools, elementary schools, and high schools under its name. That is a lot of students learning to be Disciples of Christ! Every year we celebrate a theme for LCMS schools and our 2026 theme is 

Make a Joyful Noise from Psalms 98:4 which says:


Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth; break forth into joyous song and sing praises!

Please continue to pray for our students, families, and wonderful church volunteers that give their time to help our school!


FAQ:

Q: What is a day typically like at ILS for my child? 

A: While the class schedule depends upon the age and the classroom, all children at ILS follow a developmentally appropriate curriculum recommended by early childhood educators nationwide. Your child can expect classroom play and games that teach them the fundamentals of sharing, communication, and engaging in the imagination. They will also complete art during the school year to encourage creativity, independence, and fine motor skills. Every classroom starting with our 2's engages in circle time where they review seasons, weather, dates, holidays, God's Time and a weekly theme (examples include but are not limited to Community Helpers, Veteran's Day, All About Me, and much more). You should note that our Young 2's engage in Circle Time everyday that encourages them to follow directions, to be a good listener, and musical, interactive play. Classrooms also have guest speakers such as Ag in the Classroom and participate in STEAM activities weekly.