Considering St. Joseph Catholic School?

[Pages:19]Considering St. Joseph Catholic School?

1. Book a tour 2. Read through our website and Parent Handbook 3. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to learn more about our school community 4. Complete the Registration Process with materials found in this folder! Did you

know tuition is tax deductible? 5. Application review 6. Interview and assessments 7. Notification of acceptance 8. Order uniforms and school supplies (see the office for details) 9. Grade/class placement and 10. Pay classroom fees

Welcome to... St. Joseph Catholic School!

Thank you for choosing Catholic Education. We look forward to working with you in educating your child in a Catholic environment.

Lynn Fleck, Principal

Maddy Pedrette, Vice Principal

Susan Sehn Office Administrator

As the welcoming team at St. Joseph Catholic School, our role is to serve your family as you register your child(ren) at our school.

From your initial inquiry through the registration process, we are here to help you with all of your questions. We value the relationship that we form and we are happy to continue to serve you throughout your time at St. Joseph Catholic School!

Please call or email us at any time during the registration process:

Phone: (250) 826-2718

Email: sjkoffice@cisnd.ca

**Early Registration Discount Application packages completed and returned to the school on or before March 14th, 2019 are eligible for the early registration discount and will receive the current school year's tuition rates for next year. See the tuition fee schedules for details.

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Admissions Process

Step One: Complete & Save Fillable PDF Documents

Now that you have downloaded our registration package, make sure it is saved in a place on your computer that is easily accessible like your computer desktop. READ, FILL IN, SAVE to email later or PRINT and SIGN to submit in person, the form. In the event of a wait listing, with the permission of the applicant, information will remain on file.

Step Two: Copy/Scan/Photograph Supporting Documents

The following checklist names the forms and the supporting documentation required: Birth certificate Baptismal certificate (if applicable) Legal documentation of parent (if not born in Canada) Immunization records (Health Passport) Court order outlining custody agreement for student Court order outlining legal guardianship for student Most recent report card (if applicable) Most recent Individual Education Plan (IEP) (if applicable) Tuition o First month tuition fee payment due upon registration o Parent participation fee payment due upon registration o Not from Kelowna? Letter of reference from a pastor o Void cheque for monthly Withdrawals or o Cheque for tuition payment in full (dated no later than Sept.15th)

Step Three: Submit Application

Please drop off your signed, completed application with supporting documents, tuition and participation fees and enrollment fee payment (one-time payment of $25 per family) to the school office at 839 Sutherland Ave or email your completed application to sjkoffice@cisnd.ca and bring in the supporting documents, tuition and participation fees and enrollment fee payment (one-time payment of $25 per family) to the school office.

Registrations will only be processed when all items and required documentation has been submitted.

We look forward to meeting you and your family in person! See you soon,

Lynn Fleck, Principal

Maddy Pedrette, Vice Principal

Susan Sehn, Office Administrator 2

Tuition Information

Reason for Tuition Fees

St. Joseph Elementary school is recognized by the Ministry of Education as a Group I Independent School. This means that we are able to have the maximum funding available to an Independent School (50% of the per student operating costs of the local public school district). These are partial operating costs only and do not cover costs for capital expenditures such as: buildings, computers, desks, transportation, etc. Other sources of revenue are required to operate the schools. There are three other sources of revenue for our operational budget: tuition fees, donations and fundraising.

Reason for a "Practicing Catholic" Tuition Rate

St. Joseph Elementary School accepts practicing Catholic (Category I), non-practicing Catholic and non-Catholic (Category II) students. Both Catholic and non-Catholic families pay tuition and indirectly support the school through government grants (we all pay taxes!). It is a fourth source of revenue, parish subsidies for capital expenditures, in which non-practicing Catholic and non-Catholic families do not participate. Because of this, a two-tiered tuition rate has been set which reflects that those already supporting the school financially through their own parish should enjoy some benefit from a lower tuition rate. Stated the other way, a family who is not active in a Catholic Church which financially supports our schools, should in fairness play an equally supportive role in the area of school finances by paying a higher tuition.

Fair Policy

There is a reason, therefore, for having a Catholic family's pastor vouch that a family is an active parish parish family. This attempts to uphold an integrity to the policy of a two tiered tuition rate. A family requesting a Catholic rate must actually qualify for the lower rate, to be fair to three groups of people:

1. If a non-Catholic family pays a higher tuition rate it must be because the Catholic families are actually supporting the school through their own contribution in the Sunday collection on a regular committed basis. Otherwise, it would be blatantly discriminatory to charge people different tuition rates simply on the basis of religious denomination.

2. Parishioners of the Catholic parishes in Kelowna and area financially support Catholic schools to a total annual amount of approximately $190,000. It would be unfair to expect the parishes to subsidize families who are not in turn sharing in the financial responsibilities of the parish.

3. The staff in our Catholic school accepts a lower salary than their public counterparts as part of their commitment to Catholic education. It would certainly be a double standard to expect one thing from the staff and, at the same time, not expect families to be offering such example to their children.

Catholic Rate Criteria

While the practice of the Catholic faith involves the sacramental life of the Church, moral living consistent with the gospel, responsible stewardship in supporting the Church, and prayer and bible reading, the focus of the Catholic tuition rate relates to financial stewardship.

1. Unless excused for an acceptable reason, the precept of the Church specifies that, on Sundays and other Holy days of obligation, the faithful are bound to participate in the Mass (see Catholic Catechism #2180).

2. The faithful should participate in the activities of the parish in a visible way so that, together, all parishioners may continue the mission of the Church, i.e., to make Jesus known to the community.

3. A Catholic makes regular, sacrificial contributions to their parish in the Sunday collection, which includes planned giving through the use of contribution envelopes.

***Therefore, in requesting the subsidized practicing Catholic parish rate, you are asking the parish to affirm the practice of your faith, as identified above.

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2019 - 2020 TUITION FEE SCHEDULE

CATEGORY l ? CONTRIBUTING MEMBER OF A CATHOLIC PARISH

Regular Rate after March 15th

Early Rate up to March 15th

1st student (oldest) 2nd student 3rd student

Maximum

$362/mo for 10 months $234/mo for 10 months $153/mo for 10 months $747/mo for 10 months

$344/mo for 10 months $222/mo for 10 months $145/mo for 10 months $711/mo for 10 months

The Catholic Parishes in the Kelowna area subsidize the Catholic school system. Since active members of these parishes contribute to the schools through church contributions, reduced tuition is charged but must be applied for. For families that have children at Immaculata High School please contact the office for the blended school rate.

CATEGORY ll ? STANDARD TUITION FOR BRITISH COLUMBIA RESIDENTS

Regular Rate after March 15th

Early Rate up to March 15th

1st student (oldest) 2nd student 3rd student

Maximum

$490/mo for 10 months $263/mo for 10 months $189/mo for 10 months $941/mo for 10 months

$466/mo for 10 months $250/mo for 10 months $180/mo for 10 months $896/mo for 10 months

CATEGORY lll ? INTERNATIONAL AND OUT OF PROVINCE STUDENTS $14,400.00 for full year (10 months)

This tuition level reflects the cost of educating a student in the Central Okanagan. Government funding is available only for students who are Canadian citizens or landed immigrants, whose parents or legal guardians are residents of British Columbia. In addition to tuition, international students are responsible for uniforms costs, class fees, medical insurance and miscellaneous other fees.

CATEGORY lV ? OTHER CANADIAN STUDENTS FUNDED FEDERALLY

Equivalent of current provincial funding plus tuition fees applicable to Category l or Category ll funding as appropriate. Please contact the school for more information.

TUITION FEES ARE PAYABLE BY ONE OF THE FOLLOWING METHODS:

New Families:

Returning Families:

Annually: 1st month's tuition fee plus $250.00 parent participation due upon registration.

Balance of tuition (October ? June) is due on or before September 15th.

Monthly: 1st month's tuition fee plus $250.00 parent participation due upon registration.

Direct withdrawal on the 6th of each month will follow October ? June.

Annually: 1st month's tuition fee is payable by July 6th. The $250 parent participation fee is payable by August 6th. Balance of tuition (October ? June) is due on or before September 15th.

Monthly: 1st month's tuition fee will be withdrawn by pre-authorized debit on July 6th.The $250 parent participation fee on August 6th.

Direct withdrawal of tuition on the 6th of each month will follow October ? June.

**Anyone who has prepaid tuitions and received a charitable donation receipt, and subsequently withdraws, is not eligible for any tuition refund.

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Student Admission Application

STUDENT INFORMATION

Student's Legal Name (as it appears on the birth certificate)

________________________ / ________________________________ / _____________________

LAST

FIRST

MIDDLE

Student's USED Name (only if different than above): _________________________________Gender: ______________

Current Grade: _______ Grade Applied for: _______ Admission Date Requested: ______________________________

Age: ___ Date of Birth: ____________________ Birthplace: __________ Language Spoken at Home: ______________

Day / Month / Year

If applicable: Year of Baptism: __________ Year of 1st Communion: __________ Year of Confirmation: ____________

Religion: _________________ Aboriginal Ancestry? Yes No Band Status: ____________________________

MOTHER'S INFORMATION

Full Name: _____________________________________________________ Religion: _________________________

Address: _______________________________ City: ________________________ Postal Code: _________________

Home Phone: ________________________Cell: _______________________ Email:____________________________

Relationship to Student: Birth Adoptive Step Foster Guardian Ministry

Employer/Occupation: ____________________________________________ Work Phone: ______________________

FATHER'S INFORMATION

Full Name: _____________________________________________________ Region: __________________________

Address: _______________________________ City: ________________________ Postal Code: _________________

Home Phone: _________________________Cell: _______________________ Email:___________________________

Relationship to Student: Birth Adoptive Step Foster Guardian Ministry

Employer/Occupation: ______________________________________________ Work Phone: _____________________

Alternate Person to Contact in an Emergency: _________________________________ Relationship: ______________ Home Phone: _____________________ Work Phone: ______________________ Cell Phone: ___________________ Student's BC Medical Services Plan Card #__________________________________________________ Doctor's Name: ___________________________________ Doctor's Phone Number:

Present Parish Family Attends: __________________________________________________ Envelope # ___________ Current School Student Attends: _____________________________________ Phone Number:____________________ Address: _________________________ City: ______________________ Prov. ___________ Postal Code: _________ School Phone: ____________________ School Fax: _____________________Email: ___________________________

I/we, hereby, certify that the above information is correct. I/we, _________________________________, hereby agree to support the school rules and regulations as long as my child remains a student in St. Joseph Catholic School.

X__________________________________ X _____________________________

Parent/Legal Guardian Signature

Parent/Legal Guardian Signature

_________________

Date

*Were you referred to St. Joseph School by another family? If Yes, Referral Family Name: ____________________

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FAMILY INFORMATION

Please list the names and birthdates of all other children in your family if they are not yet registered at our school: Name: ___________________ Birthdate: ______________ Name: ___________________ Birthdate: ______________ Name: ___________________ Birthdate: ______________ Name: ___________________ Birthdate: ______________ Name: ___________________ Birthdate: ______________ Name: ___________________ Birthdate: ______________ How will your child arrive at school most often? Leave after school most often?

*Only complete this section in case of separation, divorce or additional guardianship.

Please provide separate copies of school communications (i.e. newsletters, report cards, etc.) Please explain the current living arrangements:

Yes No

LEGAL GUARDIANSHIP of this child is awarded to:

Name (s): ________________________________________ and ___________________________________________

Is there a court order regarding custody? Yes No *If `Yes', please provide a copy for the office.

STUDENT SUPPORT

Has your child ever been assessed for or received Learning Assistance in school? Yes No

Including: Psycho-educational, Behavioural, Counseling, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Language Pathology, etc.)

If `Yes', please explain and include a copy of the most recent LP/IEP/Behavioural Plan and/or Psych Ed assessments (if applicable).

Please check any that may apply to your child:

ADHD

Anxiety

Depression

LD (Learning Disorder) ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder)

ODD (Oppositional Defiant Disorder FAS (Fetal Alcohol Syndrome)

Other: ______________________

Does your child receive any grants or funding from the government? Yes No Does your child have an Interior Health Children's Network (IHCAN) assessment or is waiting for one? Yes No Has your child been immunized? Yes No If yes, please attach a copy of your child's immunization record. If records are at your Doctor's office or Health Unit (not local), please provide contact information below: Name of Health Unit or Doctor: _________________________ Address: _____________________________________

RELEASE OF IMMUNIZATION RECORDS CONSENT

I authorize St. Joseph Catholic School to receive immunization records from the indicated doctor or health unit.

SIGNATURE

__________________________________ X _____________________________

Parent/Legal Guardian (please print)

Parent/Legal Guardian Signature

_________________

Date

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To be completed and signed by parent or legal (court-appointed) guardian. If legal guardian, please attach copy of court order appointing you as legal guardian.

LEGAL RESIDENCY OF PARENT

I am (please X one): A Canadian citizen (if not born in Canada, please attach photocopy of citizenship) A landed immigrant Lawfully admitted to Canada under one of the following documents (please mark the appropriate space below and attach photocopy of document): Admission as a refugee claimant A person claiming refugee status who has a letter of no objection Student authorization (student visa) for two or more years (or issued for one year but anticipated to be renewed for one or more additional years) Employment authorization (working permit) for two or more years (or issued for one year but anticipated to be renewed for one or more additional years) A person carrying out official duties as a diplomatic or consular official (with a foreign representative acceptance counter foil in his/her passport) Other: Document description: (must be cleared with Immigration Canada) ________________________________________________________________________________

RESIDENCY IN BRITISH COLUMBIA I am a resident of British Columbia (please X one):

YES : Residency Address(required): _______________________________________________________________________________

NO, I am not a resident of British Columbia

__________________________________ X _____________________________

Parent/Legal Guardian (please print)

Parent/Legal Guardian Signature

_________________

Date

RESIDENCY OF PARENTS (ONLY if Deceased) To be completed by the student or knowledgeable adult (one who knows the student's parent(s) and has knowledge of the facts respecting their decease and the matters set out in this document).

The student's deceased parent was at time of death: A Canadian citizen A landed immigrant

The student's deceased parent was at the time of death Yes, a resident of British Columbia Residency Address (required): ______________________________________________ No, not a resident of British Columbia

__________________________________ X _____________________________

Knowledgeable adult name (please print)

Signature of knowledgeable adult

_________________

Date

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Parental Consent and Agreement

By signing this agreement, I/we hereby certify that the information provided in the St. Joseph Catholic School Student Application is correct. I/we hereby agree to support the St. Joseph Catholic School rules and regulations laid down by the St. Joseph Catholic School Council, the principal and the school staff, as long as my child remains a student in the afore mentioned school.

PRIVACY OF PERSONAL INFORMATION CONSENT

Please indicate your support for the following statements by marking an `X' in each box: I consent to:

allowing St. Joseph Catholic School to collect personal information that may include student identification information, birth certificate, legal guardianship, court orders, if applicable, parents' work numbers and e-mail address, behavioural, academic and health information, most recent report card, emergency contact name and number, doctor's name and number, health insurance number and any similar information needed for registration.

allowing St. Joseph Catholic School to release school records to his/her future education institution should I choose to have my child attend a different educational institution.

the use and disclosure of information contained in this form and otherwise collected by or on behalf of St. Joseph Catholic School (1) for the purpose of establishing, maintaining, and terminating the student's or parent's relationship with St. Joseph Catholic School, (2) for additional purposes identified when or before personal information is collected, and (3) as otherwise provided in St. Joseph Catholic School's Personal Information Privacy Policy, a copy of which is available on request. I also consent to the collection, use and disclosure of such personal information by and to agents, contractors and service providers of St. Joseph Catholic School. This information is required in order to register your child at this school and assist the school authority in making an informed decision as to your child's suitability and appropriate placement in the school. It will also allow the school to respond immediately to an emergency. For more information, the privacy officer for St. Joseph Catholic School is the school principal and may be reached at (250)763-3371 ext. 207.

the publication of my child's name, photograph and comments for the purposes consistent with the following statement:

It is the tradition in the school to allow staff, parents, and media to photograph individual students and groups of students for promotional material, to commemorate events, and to promote various educational, sports, and cultural events taking place in the school. While these add to the community life of the school, they are not required for educational purposes. Students' names, photographs and comments may be published on the school newsletter, school reports, news or social media.

having my child's name and child's grade listed online in the school family directory. The school includes contact information in the family phone directory. Please fill out the School Directory Form to specify which information you are comfortable sharing.

our address and phone number being on the school phone lists. The school prepares class phone lists at each grade level to be used by school personnel for various school purposes. We sometimes have parents involved in phoning to fan out information for school purposes.

the following statements: I acknowledge that my vehicle insurance information and driving record are required by the school to protect against third party liability claims in case of an accident, should I use my vehicle to drive for the school. I understand that this information will only be released in the event of an accident.

St. Joseph Catholic School acknowledges that there will be no disclosure of personal information to unauthorized personnel or third parties who are not directly involved in school management or the care, supervision and instruction of your child at this school, unless written authorization from a parent or legal guardian is provided to the school. The school will securely store all digital and hard copy parent and student personal information.

School Privacy Officer/Principal: ____________________________

FIELD TRIP CONSENT

I consent to allowing my child to participate in the local field trips planned for him/her while attending St. Joseph Catholic School. Please see School Handbook for more detailed information regarding field trips.

I understand that all the requirements of the School Code of Conduct will apply while students are on field trips and that any field trip will be planned according to the directives of the Catholic Independent Schools of the Nelson Diocese (CISND).

CONSENTING SIGNATURE

_______________________________ X ____________________________

Parent/Legal Guardian (please print)

Parent/Legal Guardian Signature

_____________________

Date

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