ST. MARY’S COLGAN CATHOLIC SCHOOLS’ POLICY

St. Mary’s Colgan Catholic Schools strive to offer an authentic Catholic education that is “second to none”. In order to have a system that operates smoothly, effectively, and efficiently, certain guidelines and rules must be established, implemented, and followed.

GENERAL GUIDELINES

Students who choose to attend St. Mary’s Colgan Catholic Schools cannot expect all the freedom they might have elsewhere. St. Mary’s Colgan Catholic Schools hold firmly to the belief that discipline is essential in scholastic attainment, that discipline teaches self-discipline, and that neither eternal salvation, nor temporal happiness can be secured without self-discipline. The information and motivational aids found in the pages of this handbook are intended as guidelines on the path toward Christian maturity.

It is the desire of the administrative staff and faculty to make only the necessary rules and regulations to ensure an orderly school. St. Mary’s Colgan Catholic Schools are part of the Diocese of Wichita, Kansas Catholic Schools and adhere to their policies as well as additional State/Federal guidelines since we are accredited by the state of Kansas. Each student is expected to become thoroughly familiar with the contents of this handbook and to keep it for future reference. In the case of unforeseen circumstances, and to maintain a fair and orderly environment, administrators at St. Mary’s Colgan Catholic Schools reserve the authority to establish fair and reasonable rules and procedures for advancing the spiritual, educational, physical, and emotional well-being of students not specifically referred to in this handbook. In all cases, the consequences and benefits of such rules and procedures will be consistent among students.

ADMISSION

St. Mary’s Colgan Catholic Schools admit students of any race or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accepted or made available to students, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnic origin in administration of educational or admission policies, scholarship programs, and athletic or other school programs.

Catholic schools welcome students of all abilities. However, the range of services available will vary according to each school’s resources. Decisions concerning admissions and continued enrollment of a student in a parochial school are based upon the student’s emotional, academic, and physical abilities, as well as the resources available to a particular school in meeting the student’s needs.

New students who are transferring from other diocesan schools will be accepted at the grade level recommended by their former diocesan school. Other new admissions will not be considered until records are received from their former school. Recommendations from the former school and St. Mary’s Colgan faculty members will determine grade placement. St. Mary’s Colgan reserves the right to further evaluate new students for grade placement. Once admitted, new students are placed on a 45-day probationary period to confirm student and parental commitment to Catholic education.

To enter three-year-old preschool, a child must be 3 years of age on or before August 31. To enter four-year-old preschool, a child must be 4 years of age on or before August 31. Kindergarten admission requires that every child be 5 years of age on or before August 31 of the year in which they enroll. All new students must provide copies of their immunization records signed by a doctor and birth certificate. Catholics must provide a copy of their Baptismal, Communion, and Confirmation records if such sacraments have been received. In accordance with Kansas Statute 72-5209, the Kansas Certification of Immunization form and the Child Health Assessment must be filled out and submitted to school authorities prior to admission to any Kansas school. More information regarding immunizations can be found on our website at www.OLLsmc.com/school.

According to Diocesan Policy, students must live with and be subject to a parent or legal guardian. Married students are not admitted.

There is no legal requirement that parochial schools verify the immigration status of prospective or actual students. Therefore, schools will not require proof of immigration status as a condition for enrollment. However, students may not attend Catholic schools with a B-1/2 tourist visa.

Parents of new students are required to meet with the pastor or pastor’s representative to discuss the desire for their children to enroll in our school and financial arrangements and must have a signed Parish Family Agreement (PFA) on file. Parents and students are asked to recommit to the PFA when the student is ready to enter 7th grade. St. Mary’s Colgan Catholic Schools are parish schools, not private schools. Parishioners of Our Lady of Lourdes are asked to complete a stewardship commitment card indicating the amount of their parish support, with contributions weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly. Catholic families who are members of other Catholic parishes are to make their stewardship and tithing commitments to their parishes. Non-Catholic families in the school are to submit their tuition payments to the school or parish. Any deviation of this procedure must be arranged through the pastor.

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