Policies

Admissions Policy Statement

In order to ensure an orderly and equitable admission for children to St. Pius X Catholic School (hereinafter referenced as the "School"), this policy and procedures is adopted and shall be periodically revised to allow for improvement based on the changing needs of parish membership, demographic trends and/or other pertinent factors. Once recommended by the School Commission and ratified by the Pastor, revisions of this policy shall supersede any prior admission policy of the School.

1. Primary Goal - Catholic Education

The primary goal of the School is to provide a Catholic education to the children in the Parish in accordance with the mission statement of the School, archdiocesan policies, curriculum and guidelines. Therefore, all students once admitted are required to participate in religion classes and liturgies and otherwise conform to the religious expectations of the School.

2. Accommodation of Students with Special Needs 

The School strives to accommodate students with physical, emotional, social, or learning challenges. However, families must fully disclose the nature and known extent of such challenges at the time of registration. The School has limited resources to meet certain challenges and may recommend educational alternatives that may better serve the needs of some students. 

3. Parishioner Status

Please check with the school office for the current policy.

4. Financial Aid and Responsibility

It is a goal of the School and Parish to provide financial support to economically disadvantaged parish families to the fullest extent possible. However, all School families must assume responsibility for paying the agreed-upon tuition charges in full and on time as prescribed by the School. Families of students who are not of the Catholic Faith will be expected to assume their portion of the financial responsibility for the education provided through an increased tuition rate, since they do not participate in the investment (subsidy) received by School from the contributions of parishioners. 

5. Agree to Abide by the School Rules

Upon admission all parents and students agree to abide by the policies and rules of the School as specified in the School Handbook.

6. Indiana State Department of Health school immunization requirements

Please call your healthcare provider to discuss getting an appointment now so that your student's education will not be interrupted in August. The State of Indiana requires that vaccines be received by the first day of school in August. Please remember to request a copy of the immunization report to send into school. Thank you for being proactive and participating in our wellness program. Questions contact the school at 317.466.3361