Admissions Guidelines and Application Packet for Pre-Kindergarten Program ( )

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1 Program and Hours Admissions Guidelines and Application Packet for Pre-Kindergarten Program ( ) Saint Pius X Catholic School is dedicated to providing a Christ-centered community that creates a family atmosphere that is uniquely warm and welcoming. The school hours are from 8:15 am until 3:10 pm, Monday through Friday. The goal of the Pre-Kindergarten curriculum is to facilitate the student to become more independent, self-directed, and adept at problem solving, while gaining the readiness skills necessary for the formal learning of later years. The school calendar for Pre-Kindergarten follows the Saint Pius X School calendar for grades K-8. Application Procedures 1. Complete the enclosed application and return to Saint Pius X Catholic School with the $ application fee (make checks payable to Saint Pius X School) and required documents listed on application form. 2. An informal play date will provide our admissions team with the opportunity to meet your child and interact with them in a small group setting with other applicants. Please note that admission to Pre-Kindergarten does not roll over to Kindergarten. All Pre-Kindergarten students will be required to take the Kindergarten screening before acceptance to Kindergarten at Saint Pius X. 3. Play dates are scheduled by appointment. The dates are January 12, February 2, and March 9. You will be contacted by the admissions office to schedule your child s play date. 4. Admission letters will be sent after your child has attended a play date. Admissions will continue until all seats are filled. Priority placement is given to students according to the following classifications: Students currently attending the school Siblings of current students currently attending the school, including the following: a) Catholic students currently attending the school; b) Catholic students who had attended the school and currently attend the Catholic High School; c) Non-Catholic students currently attending the school or the Catholic High School who had been attending the school on September 1. Children of parishioners teaching in that particular parish school. Members of the parish of the school. Members of a parish that do not have a school. Siblings of non-catholic students currently attending the school who were not attending school on September 1. Members of a parish that have a school, but the student has applied to another school. Children of non-participating parishioners and non-catholics. In all cases involving Catholic students, their pastor must certify (with his signature on the enclosed Parish Participation Voucher) that they are participating Catholics in order to have priority placement. Catholic families transferring into the Greensboro area may provide a letter from the pastor at their current parish stating that they are participating parishioners. Additional Considerations Pre-Kindergarten applicants for the school year must be 4 years old on or before August 31, No exemptions will be made. The child s age must be verified by a birth certificate. Saint Pius X Catholic School admits students of any race, color, sex, religion, national and ethnic origin to all programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. School Health Services All students are required by NC General Statute 130A-154 to have appropriate required immunizations in order to attend school (all public and private schools). Students must provide proof of immunization and be in compliance with North Carolina immunization requirements prior to admission into the school. All new students must provide proof of physical examination (completed no more than 12 months prior to anticipated date of school entry). Parents are responsible for providing these records during the application process.

2 Pre-Kindergarten Application School Year Entering SPX OFFICE USE ONLY Check #: Amount: Date: Please complete this application and return it to the SPX School office with the following: $100 non-refundable application fee to initiate admissions process, payable to St. Pius X School Copy of certified Birth Certificate Copy of student s Baptismal Certificate (if Catholic) Copy of Immunization Record Signed Parish Participation Voucher, if Catholic (enclosed) No admission decision can be made until ALL documents listed above have been received and applicant has attended a play date. Student Information Full NamePreferred Name Address City State Zip Home Phone Date of Birth Place of Birth: City State Catholic: Yes No Parish: Baptism Date/Church: Gender: Male Female Student s Race: Hispanic: Yes No Gender, race, and religion are gathered for school demographics and not for admissions purposes. Family Information Student resides with: Both parents Mother Father Other If Catholic, we are registered in Parish Father Step-Father Guardian Mr. Dr. Mother Step-Mother Guardian Ms. Mrs. Dr. First Name Last Name First Name Last Name Home Address (if different than student) Home Address (if different than student) Home Phone Cell Phone Home Phone Cell Phone address Business Phone address Business Phone Religion Parish Religion Parish Occupation Place of Employment Occupation Place of Employment (Complete other side)

3 Siblings Siblings applying for admission Yes, Grade/s No Siblings currently enrolled in St. Pius X School? Yes No Please list siblings names, and birth dates: Current Preschool/Daycare Information Last Preschool or Daycare Attended: School Address City State Zip Director s Name School Telephone: ( ) Student History Is your child completely potty-trained and providing for own bathroom needs? Yes No Is English the primary language spoken at home? Yes No Has the applicant ever received auxiliary services such as outside tutoring, psychological or educational testing, speech/language assistance, or professional counseling? Yes No If yes, please provide a copy of any test results. If yes, explain Has the applicant been hospitalized for significant medical treatment? Yes No If yes, please describe: Is your child currently receiving physician prescribed medicine? Yes No If yes, list medication and possible side effects_ Does your child have any food allergies: List any other health or learning considerations needed for this child: Other Information How did you hear about St. Pius X Catholic School Name and address of person (s) responsible for payment of tuition and fees (if other than parents: These statements are true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I have enclosed a $ check for the application fee, payable to Saint Pius X Catholic School. Signature of Parent or Guardian: Date: Please bring or send the completed form, along with required documents and application fee to: St. Pius X Catholic School 2200 N. Elm Street Greensboro, NC Revised: 11/15/18

4 Tuition & Fee Schedule Academic School Year PreK-8th Grade Fees for New Applicants Application Fee: per student (due with application) $100 th Screening Fee: per K-8 grade student (due with application) $ 75 Registration Fee: per student (due upon acceptance) $375 *Capital Improvement Fee: per family (annually) $ ($33.33 monthly for 12 months) Fees and tuition payments are non-refundable. Fees for Returning Students REGISTRATION FEE per student (annually)...$300 *CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FEE per family (annually).. $400 ($33.33/mo. - June-May) Fees and tuition payments are non-refundable Tuition & Fee Schedule will be available in February Tuition & Fee Schedule for Participating Catholics Annual Rate 12 Month Rate (June-May) One Child $6,276 $523/mo. Two Children $11,028 $919/mo. Three Children $15,384 $1,282/mo. Four Children $18,864 $1,572/mo. *Capital Improvement Fee per family (annually)... $400 ($33.33/mo.- June-May) A Parish Participation Voucher must be signed by the student s home parish Pastor annually to verify Participating Catholic status Tuition & Fee Schedule for Non-Participating Catholics & Non-Catholics Annual Rate 12 Month Rate (June-May) One Child $9,144 $762/mo. Two Children $17,880 $1,490/mo. Three Children $26,448 $2,204/mo. Four Children $35,100 $2,925/mo. *Capital Improvement Fee per family (annually)....$400 ($33.33/mo.- June-May) *Capital Improvement Fee Assessed annually to each family to cover capital repairs and maintenance.

5 Saint Pius the Tenth Catholic Church Parish & Stewardship Participation A significant portion of St. Pius the Tenth s resources go to support the Ministry of Catholic Education. This support includes substantial subsidies to St. Pius X Catholic School and 3.5% of our total offertory which is sent to Bishop McGuinness High School. Families directly benefitting from the Ministry of Catholic Education are expected to assist the parish in its obligations to these institutions and to our Diocese. A Triad Area Catholic Schools Parish Participation Voucher must be signed each year by all parishioners to assure that Catholic families are active participants of their parish. This voucher is signed upon registration/re-registration. A review of participation will be held periodically to determine if the household is eligible for the subsidized Catholic rate of tuition. Should it be determined that the household is not eligible for the parish subsidy, it is the responsibility of the family household to pay the non-participating Catholic rate of tuition. (Taken from the SPX Student Handbook) The support of one s parish is a precept of the Church. The faithful also have the duty of providing for the material needs of the Church, each according to his abilities. (Paragraph 2043, Catechism of the Catholic Church.) As Christian stewards, we receive God s gifts gratefully, cultivate them responsibly, share them lovingly in justice with others, and return them with increase to the Lord. (The U.S. Bishop s Letter on Stewardship.) St. Pius the Tenth may subsidize tuition for active members who are described as being not only registered at St. Pius, but actively involved. Active membership is determined by living up to the basic responsibilities of stewardship, giving of your time, talent and treasure. We ask that all families who benefit from the Ministry of Education at St. Pius X seriously consider their commitment to Stewardship. Each active member household of St. Pius should complete and return their Stewardship Commitment Form. If you would like to meet with parish administration to discuss your commitment to Stewardship, this can be arranged. We, as Catholic, believe that the Eucharist is the source and summit of our spiritual life, empowering our ministries and forming us more perfectly in the life and love of Christ. Thus, the Church expects Catholics to manifest their commitment and devotion to this great Sacrament by regular attendance at Mass on Sundays and Holy Days. Families need to illustration their active presence by utilizing their envelopes at liturgies.

6 Parish & Stewardship Participation Voucher Please complete, and submit to Pastor for signature. FAMILY INFORMATION (Please print or type all information) Family Name: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: Previous Parish: STUDENT INFORMATION Student Name: Entering Grade: Student Name: Entering Grade: School: School: CATHOLIC STEWARDSHIP In addition to our own parish, Saint Pius the Tenth Catholic Church, the school is also supported by the following sending parishes: Holy Cross, Holy Infant, St. Benedict s, St. Mary s, and St. Paul s. The support and contribution of parishioners from each of these parishes represents their commitment to the mission of Catholic education. As Catholic Christians we also have an obligation to practice stewardship, and are asked to fulfill our commitment through our time, talent, and treasure. In order to receive the Catholic tuition rate, please state your stewardship involvement below. Active, Participating Parish Member An active, participating parish member is defined as a registered parishioner who is active in both the sacramental life of the church, especially in the weekly celebration of the Eucharist, and in their contribution of TIME, TALENT, AND TREASURE, (envelope, check, automatic draft) to the faith community. During the past year, I/We, regularly contributed financially with an identifiable gift to Parish, by envelope # or, by bank draft Please list the ministries/activities in which you have been involved during the past year with the parish. If you are a Saint Pius the Tenth parishioner and have not had the opportunity to participate in our ministries, click on the following link: to review the opportunities and obtain a form to sign up. Without a signed voucher from your Pastor, your family will be classified as a non-participating parishioner and charged the corresponding rate. Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: I certify, as pastor of the above-designated parish, that the listed family is an active, participating parishioner. Pastor Signature: Date:

7 Important Tuition Assistance Information FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment will be conducting the financial need analysis for Saint Pius X Catholic School for the upcoming school year. Families applying for financial aid will need to complete an application and submit the necessary supporting documentation to FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment by April 1, Applicants can apply online by clicking the following FACTS link: Once an online application has been completed, the following information will need to be sent to FACTS to complete the application process: Copies of your most recent Federal tax forms including all supporting tax schedules Copies of your most recent W-2 forms for both you and your spouse Copies of supporting documentation for Social Security Income, Welfare, Child Support, Food Stamps, Workers Compensation, and TANF All supporting documentation can be uploaded in pdf format online. Documentation can also be faxed to or mailed to the address below. Please be sure to include the applicant ID on all faxed or mailed correspondence. FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment P.O. Box Lincoln, NE If you have questions or concerns about the application process, you may speak with a FACTS Customer Care Representative at