Thank you for your interest in St. Joseph's Regional Catholic School!
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As you explore opportunities for your child this year, consider our St. Joseph's family. Spaces are very limited, so please apply today. 
​Priority is given to registered Saint Joseph’s Regional Catholic School parish families and to siblings of students already enrolled in the school.​

​STEPS IN THE APPLICATION PROCESS

STEP ONE: Complete the application form in TADS.

• For families interested in Pre-Kindergarten, prospective students must be 4 by September 1 to be eligible to enroll.
• For families interested in Kindergarten, prospective students must be 5 by September 1 to be eligible to enroll.
• All students and their families are required to apply through TADS by clicking here and submitting the non-refundable $150 application fee per family. 

STEP TWO: For prospective students enrolling in Pre-K and Kindergarten

• Complete the readiness assessment. Please call (301) 937- 7154 or email secretary@stjosrcs.org  to schedule an appointment.
• Provide a copy of any IEP/CAP Plans, where applicable.

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For students enrolling in Grades 1-8, submit the following forms:

• Provide a copy of all report cards, standardized assessments (such as Scantron), and IEP/CAP Plans, where applicable.
• For prospective students without any standardized testing results available, please call (301) 937- 7154 or email secretary@stjosrcs.org  to schedule an appointment to complete one.

STEP THREE: Interview
A 20-minute interview with one or both parents may be required for new students. To setup an appointment for an interview, please call (301) 937-7154 or email secretary@stjosrcs.org. 

STEP FOUR: Decision
Parents of prospective students will be notified in writing and receive a courtesy phone call regarding the application status of the student.

STEP FIVE: (For accepted students only)

• 1. Make and schedule tuition payments by selecting the "Billing" tab in TADS within 1 week of the acceptance notification.
• 2. Complete the enrollment process by selecting the "Enrollment" tab in TADS and paying the respective non-refundable enrollment fees (registration, capital improvement, yearbook, and home & school) by June 30.
• 3. Please submit the following forms by July 1, 2018:
  • Original copy of birth certificate (a copy will be made)
  • Baptismal certificate (for Catholics only)
  • Current immunization record & Archdiocese of Washington Immunization Policy Acknowledgement (click here) by August 1
  • Social security number (foreign students must provide documentation as stated in Archdiocesan Guidelines)
  • Records release form (where applicable)
  • Proof of custody (where applicable)
  • Parish verification form (click here)
  • Parish covenant form (for Catholics only- click here)
  • Medical forms (where applicable)
• 4. If you are interested in the before and/or after-school care with our Extended Care Program (ECP), apply here and submit the application form to the main office or use this form for drop-in care. Your signature indicates that you have read and agreed to the following parent information attached here. All families are also required to complete the emergency form by clicking here prior to starting the ECP program and the Parent's guide to regulated child care by clicking here.​

STEP SIX: Preparing for the first day of school on August 29, 2018

• Complete summer assignments for each respective grade level. This information is posted on the website under the "Parents & Students" tab.
• Purchase school supplies from the supply list. This information is posted on the website under the "Parents & Students" tab.
• Obtain school uniforms from Risse Brothers and/or gently-used items from our Uniform Exchange housed at the school.
• Subscribe to text message reminders from the school by texting “@17stjos” to 81010.
• Like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter to stay abreast of updates.
• Complete The Archdiocese of Washington's Virtus training (if not completed previously) to be eligible to participate in school events and learn how to protect your most wonderful treasure, your child.
• Have a relaxed and blessed Summer!

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