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: Submit the most recent report card, complete the entrance assessment, and complete the shadow-day visit

• 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 K - 8) and a school-readiness assessment for prospective Pre-Kindergarten students and to schedule the shadow-day visit.  In most cases, the testing/assessment and shadow visit occur on the same day.

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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, and enroll before June 1  

• 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 before June 1 
  • 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 by June 20.  ​

STEP FIVE: Preparing for the first day of school in August 2020

• Your child must complete their summer assignment.  This information is posted on the website under the "Parents & Students" tab by June 1.
• Purchase school supplies from the supply list. This information is posted on the website under the "Parents & Students" tab by June 1.
• 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 to be eligible to participate in school events and learn how to protect your most wonderful treasure, your child.  Please visit the "Parents" tab for more information or contact schooloffice@stjosrcs.org if you have any questions. 
• Have a relaxed and blessed Summer!

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