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

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STEP ONE: Complete the application form in TADS

• All students and their families are required to apply through TADS by clicking here and submitting the non-refundable $150 application fee per family. ​
• 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.

STEP TWO: Submit the most recent report card and complete the entrance assessment

• Provide a copy of all report cards, standardized assessments, and IEP/CAP plans where applicable.
• A school official will contact prospective families to set up an appointment for new student testing in math and reading (Grades 1 - 8) and a school-readiness assessment for prospective Kindergarten and Pre-Kindergarten students.

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STEP THREE: Decision 
Parents of  prospective students will be notified via email and/or receive a courtesy phone call regarding the status of the application.  Please note that decisions for the 2020 - 2021 school year will be made within three business days of the new student assessment.   



STEP FOUR: Submit forms, paperwork  

• 1. Complete the enrollment process by clicking on the link in the acceptance email or by selecting the "Enrollment" tab in TADS within 3 days of acceptance.
• 2. Submit the completed Parish Verification Form (All families) and submit the Parish Covenant (practicing Catholic families only) ASAP
• 3. Please submit the following forms to the office
  • Original copy of birth certificate (a copy will be made)
  • Baptismal certificate (for Catholics only)
  • Current immunization record & Archdiocese of Washington Immunization Policy Acknowledgement 
  • Social security number (foreign students must provide documentation as stated in Archdiocesan Guidelines)
  • Records release form (where applicable)
  • Proof of custody (where applicable)
  • Emergency Form (Pre-K students only) 
  • Parents Guide To Regulated Child Care (Pre-K students only)
  • Medical forms (where applicable)  
• 4. In TADS - Accept your tuition agreement, select your payment dates, and make the first required fee payment

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STEP FIVE: Preparing for the first day of school

• Your child must complete their summer assignment.  This will be contained in their Welcome Packet or you can visit here 
• Purchase school supplies from the supply list. This information is contained in their Welcome Packet or can be accessed here
• 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.

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Want to schedule a tour? Need help with the application process? 
Our Admissions Director, Mrs. Joelle Taylor is happy to help!  director@stjosrcs.org