At Immanuel Lutheran School, strong, faithful leadership shapes everything we do. Our administrative team, ministry leaders, and governing board work together to foster academic rigor, spiritual depth, and a supportive, Christ-centered community for every student and family.

Pastoral Leadership

Rev. Benjamin Akers, Pastor

Pastor Akers provides spiritual oversight and pastoral care for the Immanuel Lutheran School community. Dedicated to nurturing the faith of our students and families, he leads weekly chapel services, connects theology to daily life, and ensures that Lutheran doctrine and God’s grace remain the foundation of our school’s culture and mission.

Rev. Robert Beinke, Associate Pastor & LCMS New England District President

Pastor Beinke serves as Associate Pastor at Immanuel, bringing a wealth of pastoral experience and leadership to our church and school community. In addition to his parish ministry, he serves as President of the New England District of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS), where he oversees congregations and church workers across the region. His broader leadership across New England enriches our school family with a deep commitment to Lutheran education and confessional integrity.

School Administration

Deborah Krueger, Principal

As Principal, Deborah Krueger leads our faculty and staff in delivering a rich, classical educational experience rooted in Christian truth. With a deep commitment to high academic standards, character formation, and clear communication, Principal Krueger works closely with parents, teachers, and students to build a disciplined, joyful, and supportive learning environment.

Program Directors

Susan Schneider, Early Learning Director

Susan Schneider guides our youngest learners as the Director of Early Learning. She oversees our preschool and early childhood programs, cultivating a warm, structured, and nurturing space where children build essential social, cognitive, and foundational learning skills while discovering God’s love in a secure setting.

Oyerinan Oyedeji, Music Director

Oyerinan Oyedeji directs the music program at Immanuel Lutheran School, cultivating a deep appreciation for musical excellence and sacred arts. Leading vocal choirs, instrumental ensembles, and music theory instruction, Director Oyedeji equips students to express their gifts creatively and enrich our chapel services and community events through song.

School Governance

Board of Christian Education, Governance & Strategic Oversight

Our Board of Christian Education provides vital strategic direction, governance, and prayerful oversight for Immanuel Lutheran School. Composed of dedicated church and school leaders, the Board works in close partnership with our administrative team to safeguard our classical Christian model, maintain fiscal stewardship, and ensure our programs continuously support the academic and spiritual growth of every child.

Shared Commitment to Excellence

Together, our pastors, administration, program directors, and governing board meet regularly to support our teachers, advance our classical curriculum, and ensure every family experiences a safe, academically rich, and faith-filled partnership.