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Admission & Enrollment
The student is a reflection of God’s love...each child is made in the image of God. At Curé of Ars School, we respect and nurture the dignity and potential of each child. As a Catholic school giving witness to Christian principles, we are open to students of all races, colors and creeds.
The following priorities will be applied for admissions to Curé of Ars Catholic School:
Grades 1st—8th- Students currently attending Curé of Ars School
- New students of families currently attending Curé of Ars School
- Active/tithing members of Curé of Ars Parish (Length of time the family has been active/tithing member may need to be considered in certain circumstances.)
- Non-parishioner paying tuition
Kindergarten- Older sibling currently attending Curé of Ars School
- Active/tithing member of Curé of Ars Parish (Length of time the family has been an active/tithing member may need to be considered in certain circumstances.)
- Child is currently enrolled in Curé of Ars Pre-School
- Non-parishioner paying tuition
Pre-School- Older sibling currently attending Curé of Ars School
- Active/tithing member of Curé of Ars Parish (Length of time the family has been active/tithing member may need to be considered in certain circumstances.)
- Order of registration.
Transfer Students
Children who apply for admission to Curé of Ars School by transfer from non-public or public schools will be placed initially on the grade level they would have reached pending evaluation by teachers, guidance personnel and/or the school Principal. After such evaluations have been completed, the Principal will determine the final grade placement of the child.
Children applying for admission to Curé of Ars School, who have been home schooled, will be evaluated by school personnel for placement. The Principal will make the final decision based upon an interview, student portfolio, achievement tests, or any other informal curriculum assessments administered by the school.
Non-Catholic Students
Students who are not of the Catholic faith are welcome at Curé of Ars School. Our curriculum and activities are designed to teach the Catholic faith, promote the Catholic mission and support community-building, therefore it is important for all students to participate in all school activities. Non-Catholic students are expected to participate in liturgical and prayer services (with the exception of receiving sacraments which are open only to members of the Catholic faith) and are not exempted from religion/theology class requirements.
Age Requirements and Documentation
All children must present baptismal and birth certificates upon initial entrance into Curé of Ars School. Students who will be 3 years of age on or before August 31 (and potty trained) may attend our 3 year old Pre-School program. Students who will be 4 years of age on or before August 31 may attend our 4 year old Pre-K program. Students who will be 5 years of age on or before August 31 are eligible to enter Kindergarten. Students who will be 6 on or before August 31 are eligible to enter first grade.
A record of immunizations on the official Kansas Certification of Immunization form must be presented by all students upon entering any Kansas school for the first time. Every student up to the age of nine years who has not been previously enrolled in the state, prior to admission and attendance, shall present the results of a health assessment to the school office.
Health Assessment
Every student up to the age of nine years who has not been previously enrolled in the state, prior to admission and attendance, shall present the results of a health assessment to the school office.
Classroom Placement Policy
Parent requests for teacher selection are discouraged. Parents may present, in writing to the school office, the strengths and needs of their children. The decision of placement will be based on the professional discretion of the school’s principal in conjunction with teacher input.
Students with Special Needs
Curé of Ars School strives to “Teach all God’s Children.” Parents of children with special needs (academic, physical, behavioral) should contact the Principal to discuss the needs of the child and the available resources and the possibility of admission to the school. The final admission decision shall be made by the Principal.
Costs and Fees
Curé of Ars Catholic School is funded by Curé of Ars Catholic Parish through the stewardship/tithing of all parish members. Active members of Curé of Ars Parish may send their children kindergarten—8th grade to Curé of Ars School as a benefit of membership. In-active parishioners, non-parishioners and non-Catholic families are required to pay tuition. The preschool program is funded through tuition regardless of parishioner status.
Additional fees (for example: Enrollment Fee, Application Fee, Instructional/Technology Fee, PTO Fee, etc.) are applicable to all families.Contact the school office for specific information about tuition and fees.