Dear Parents / Guardians,
Attached please find your registration packet for the upcoming 2007–2008 academic year. We thank you for choosing St. Joseph School and sharing God’s precious gift with us – your children. Your sacrificial support of Catholic education is greatly appreciated. The cooperation of paying tuition on time and support of fund raising activities for the Home School Association is of great assistance in administrating the School. The tuition you pay does not cover the actual cost of educating your child. The difference is made up primarily by a subsidy from Saint Joseph Parish and by various fund raising activities sponsored by our hard-working H.S.A.
Sunday Mass is the focal point of our Catholic faith. Your continued attendance at Sunday Eucharist makes St. Joseph Parish a great community of faith. A good Catholic education is promoted by Christian values, prayer, and example. Therefore, we ask you to please make every effort to grow in greater intimacy with Christ by receiving the Sacrament of Penance and Holy Communion often.
For those who are new to St. Joseph School, we extend to you a warm welcome into our school family. For both new families and those returning for another school year, we offer our committed support and interest in offering quality and excellence in the education of your child(ren).
Any family who would like to apply to the Diocese and Saint Joseph Parish for financial assistance, please request a Financial Assistance Form from the School Office.Thank you.
Filing this (application/registration) form should not be deemed acceptance to St. Joseph School. An application will not be considered complete until all the necessary paper work has been submitted, including immunization records.
No child shall be admitted to St. Joseph School without proper proof that the child has been immunized as required by the laws of the State of New Jersey, N.J.S.A.26:1A-9. Proper immunization is a condition of admission to the School. No requests for religious exemptions will be considered.
St. Joseph School provides the environment necessary to foster the Catholic faith, challenge to academic excellence and build leadership qualities for the future of the Catholic Church and society.
ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL 2007-2008 TUITION CONTRACT
GRADES KINDERGARTEN THROUGH 8
Based on Diocesan Guidelines, the following is the new tuition policy for St. Joseph School for the 2006-2007school year.
REGISTRATION FEE – K through 8 $ 50.00 New Families
(Non-Refundable) $ 50.00 Re-RegistrationACADEMIC FEE - K through 8 $125.00 Per Child
(Non-Refundable)H.S.A. FEE - K through 8 $ 25.00 Per Family
TUITION FEE – Active Parishioners (K-8)
1 Child $3,200.00
2 Children $5,600.00
3 Children $7,200.004 Children $8,000.00
TUITION FEE – Families from another parish receive a subsidy for tuition (K-8 only) provided that a Tuition Assistance Eligibility Form is filled out by the Pastor stating that you qualify for the subsidy. If this criteria is not met, you will be charged the fee below.
TUITION FEE – Registered parishioners not attending Mass & Non-Catholic Families (K-8)
1 Child $3,900.00
2 Children $6,825.00
3 Children $8,775.004 Children $9,370.00
Families with a child enrolled in our Pre-K Program with another child enrolled in school will receive a $200.00 discount. PRE-K REGISTRATION IS A SEPARATE PACKET.
One check made payable to St. Joseph School is due at the time of registration. (Due on or before February 28, 2007)
All families who enroll their children at St. Joseph School have several options available to them in making tuition payments. The St. Joseph School 2007-2008 tuition schedule contained in this registration packet gives an outline of the tuition costs and the payment plans available.
For those who choose one of the other payment plans (Plan C,D,E), St. Joseph School has adopted a tuition management and collection program called FACTS. The FACTS program is not a loan, but rather a plan that enables you to make tuition payments directly to a bank. Your payments are automatically deducted from your bank account each month. Those who choose the FACTS program are asked to complete the FACTS Tuition Payment Plan 2007-2008 Enrollment Form and return it to the school office with the other registration materials in this packet on or before February 28, 2007.
ALL TUITION PLAN CHOICES MUST HAVE ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL COMMITTEE APPROVAL
COMMITMENT LETTER
Participation in the communal celebration of the Sunday Eucharist is a testimony of belonging and of being faithful to Christ and to His Church. The faithful give witness by this to their communion in faith and charity. Together they testify to God’s holiness and their hope of salvation. They strengthen one another under the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
I agree to use my Church envelopes at Mass throughout the calendar year as a means for the Pastor, Principal and the School Committee to review Mass attendance on Sundays and Holy Days of obligation.
If there is a problem with Mass attendance, the Pastor, Principal and the School Committee reserve the right not to accept my child(ren) into St. Joseph School for the following academic year and that my child(ren) could be removed this year.WHEN I SIGN THIS COMMITMENT I ACCEPT MY OBLIGATIONS AS A PRACTICING CATHOLIC.
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Father/Guardian Signature Mother/Guardian Signature
SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION INTENT
Children in Grade 2 who will be receiving First Holy Communion.
My child will receive First Holy Communion in our Parish which is __________________________
OR
I will request the necessary permission from the Pastor of my Parish to have my child receive First Holy Communion with the students from St. Joseph Parish. ______________ (please initial).Children in grades 6-7-8 who will be receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation.
My child will receive Confirmation in our Parish which is ________________________________ .
OR
I will request the necessary permission from the Pastor of my Parish to have my child receive Confirmation with the students from St. Joseph Parish. __________ (please initial).
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION
_____St. Joseph Parishioner (envelope number ________________ ).
I (we) affirm that we are registered and practicing members of St. Joseph Parish and will contribute each week to the financial support of our parish recognizing that a substantial amount of parish income supports the school, as well as all other aspects of the life and mission of the Church.
_____Roman Catholic from another parish
I (we) affirm that we are registered and practicing members of ______________________ . We enclose a letter of approval from our pastor and a promise of financial support of the same parish, according to the directives of the Diocese.
_____Other Parish/Church/Temple/Mosque __________________Religious Denomination_____________
I (we) affirm that we are registered and practicing members of _________________________ .
Furthermore, I will…
* Be interested and concerned in the work that my child is doing in school and will cooperate with the administration and staff to help my child learn to the best of his/her ability.
* See to it that home assignments are carried out exactly and that proper discipline and respect for authority is instilled in my child.
* Attend to the best of my ability every H.S.A. meeting during the school year.
* Cooperate in H.S.A. projects throughout the year.
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DATE FATHER/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE MOTHER/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE
HOME SCHOOL ASSOCIATION PARENT PARTICIPATION COMMITMENT
Close cooperation between the home and school is most important. To help achieve this, there is a Home School Association (H.S.A.) at St. Joseph School. The purpose of H.S.A. activities is to aid in the financial support of our School and promote a sense of community. In order that this aim be accomplished, it is necessary that all parents/guardians contribute to and support all activities. The H.S.A. goal for the 2007-2008 academic year is $55,000. This helps to offset the financial obligation of both the family and the parish.
I (We) promise to support the Home School Association (H.S.A.) and make a commitment to actively participate in fund raising efforts and other such activities in order to ensure quality and excellence in the education of our children. In addition to the $25.00 H.S.A. yearly dues per family, I (we) understand that each school family is also responsible for participation in four specific fund raising activities throughout the academic year.____________________ _________________________ ______________________
DATE FATHER/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE MOTHER/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE
SCRIP PROGRAM
This is a program where store vouchers are purchased at face value with a percentage of the total purchase being returned to the School. This is a great way for our School to earn additional funds at no extra cost to you (example: You pay $20.00 and you receive $20.00 in scrip). Instead of using cash, you use the scrip to make your purchases. This program has the potential for being a very profitable fundraiser. Each family is responsible for purchasing $2,000 in scrip over the course of a year. At least half this amount must be purchased by the end of the second marking period with the remaining amount to be purchased by the end of the school year.
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DATE FATHER/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE MOTHER/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE
I ELECT TO CHOOSE THE BUY-OUT OPTION AND NOT PURCHASE ANY SCRIP DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR.
□ I choose the Buy-Out option and will pay the $200.00 in two installments.
$100.00 due on July 1, 2007
$100.00 due on January 1, 2008
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DATE FATHER/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE MOTHER/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE
PARENT SERVICE COMMITMENT
The parental service component is necessary to achieve the objectives and goals of St. Joseph School. We ask that you indicate below your FIRST and SECOND choice with regard to the service you intend to participate in during the academic year. Your first choice will receive preference whenever possible. All Parent Service Commitment choices are subject to St. Joseph School Committee approval.
_____ART ROOM: To assist the art teacher in whatever way is needed. (flexible hours)
_____Monday _____Tuesday _____Wednesday _____Thursday _____Friday
_____HOT LUNCH: To assist children by serving food and wiping tables/trays between lunches (from 10:45AM to 12:00PM)
_____Monday _____Tuesday _____Wednesday _____Thursday _____Friday
_____LIBRARY: Two hours per week every week (flexible schedule). Duties include:
a) checking and straightening out books and shelves. b) assisting children in selecting books.
_____Monday _____Tuesday _____Wednesday _____Thursday _____Friday
_____PLAYGROUND: One hour per week every week 11:00AM – 12:00PM. Duties include:
a) helping the children at lunch b) supervising activities in the play area c) hall duty on rainy and cold days.
_____Monday _____Tuesday _____Wednesday _____Thursday _____Friday
_____SERVICE POINT PROGRAM: Each family is to earn 100 Service Points for the school year. Parents are given service points for volunteering their time for fundraisers and special events. If you have selected this option, please indicate if you would like to serve in the following capacity.
_____ H.S.A. Executive Board 100 points
_____ Athletic Assoc. Executive Board 100 points
_____ Spring Auction Chairperson 100 points
_____ Service Point Coordinator 100 points
_____ Scrip Coordinator 100 points
_____ Head Class Parent 30 points
_____ Class Parent 20 points
_____ Fundraiser Chairperson 30 points
_____ Special Events / Fundraising 10 points
_____SERVICE FEE: Instead of performing one of the above parent service projects, I choose to pay a service fee of $500. I agree to pay this fee in full upon registration or in two payments of $250. each on August 1, 2007 and December 1, 2007.. This amount is intended to help bridge the gap between the actual cost and the subsidized rate of education for my child(ren) for this academic year. I acknowledge that this amount is in addition to the tuition and H.S.A. fund raising commitments.
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Date Father/Guardian Mother/Guardian
ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL
REGISTRATION CHECKLIST
A copy of the following must be included for all NEW Registrations:
Birth Certificate __________
Immunization Record __________
Baptismal Certificate __________
A copy of the following must be included for ALL Registrations:
Faith Commitment __________
Family Information __________
Parish Affiliation __________
Service Commitment __________
Tuition Payment Plan __________
FACTS form, if needed __________
Registration Fee Paid Yes ______ No ______
Academic Fee Paid Yes ______ No ______
H.S.A. Dues Paid Yes ______ No ______
PLEASE NOTE:
> Uniform measurement sheets (for grades K through 8) will be sent under separate cover.
> Consistent with the district cut-off date for kindergarten school registration children must be 5 years old before October 1, 2007.
> Children who will be preparing for the sacraments of First Penance, First Communion or Confirmation during the 2007-2008 school year will register for the sacramental program in September. These are mandatory programs for all Roman Catholic children.
> All fees must be returned with the registration materials. The registration materials and fee are due in the school office by Tuesday, February 28, 2007 at the latest. After that date a fee of $25.00 per student will be charged. New families are especially urged to return their registration materials as soon as possible, since new students are accepted on a first come, first served basis.
> All forms must be signed by both parents/guardians in order for registration packet to be considered complete.
PAYMENT PLANS
(Please indicate the payment plan of your choice)
_____PLAN A (Full Payment Plan) Full payment due July 4, 2007.
($35.00 discount if payment is made by due date)
_____PLAN B (Two Payment Plan) Due on July 4, 2007 and January 2, 2008.
(Payments can be made directly to the school or parish office)
_____PLAN C (Five Payment Plan) Five equal payments through the FACTS Program.
(July, September, November, January, And March)
_____PLAN D (Ten Payment Plan) 10 equal payments through the FACTS Program
(Beginning July 2007 through April 2008)
_____PLAN E (Credit Card Plan) 10 equal credit card payments through the FACTS Program
(Beginning July 2007 through April 2008)
(plus a fee of 2 1/2 % for using a credit card)
TUITION DUE: $______________
One check is due at time of registration. (Deadline February 28, 2005)
Registration Fee: New Families $50.00 __________
(non-refundable) Re-Registration $50.00 __________
Academic Fee: Per Child $125.00 __________
H.S.A. Dues: Per Family $25.00 ___________
*There will be an additional fee of $25.00 per student for all re-registration packets received after
February 28, 2007
WHEN I SIGN THIS CONTRACT I ACCEPT MY OBLIGATIONS AS BINDING.
I UNDERSTAND THAT FAILURE TO PAY THIS OBLIGATION COULD RESULT
IN MY CHILD(REN) BEING REMOVED FROM SCHOOL.
Date: ______________________ Father/Guardian Signature ___________________________________
Date: ______________________ Mother/Guardian Signature ___________________________________
ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL – FAMILY INFORMATION SHEET
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Please feel free to print these pages, and hand them in at the school.
Pre-K registration is available at the
school office, or through e-mail.
Click below for to request the Pre-K Registration Packet.
