Admission Requirements
We Invite You to Join the SJC Family
Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions your family will make. At St. John of the Cross Parish School, we invite you to become part of a welcoming Catholic community where students are known, valued, and inspired to grow in faith, knowledge, and character.
From Preschool through 8th grade, SJC provides an exceptional education rooted in academic excellence, faith formation, and a commitment to developing the whole child. Our dedicated faculty and staff partner with families to create a supportive environment where students are challenged to reach their potential and encouraged to use their gifts to serve others.
We welcome you to explore all that St. John of the Cross has to offer and discover why so many families choose SJC as the place where their children learn, lead, and grow.
Admission Priorities & Requirements
Age of Admission
Preschool
Kindergarten
First Grade
Admission Priorities & Requirements
At St. John of the Cross Parish School, we welcome families who are seeking a faith-filled, academically excellent education for their children. Our admissions process is designed to ensure a smooth transition for new families while honoring our commitment to serving our parish community.
Admission Requirements
To apply for admission, families must complete the following:
- Submit an online application
- Meet with our Director of Advancement & Mission, Tiffany White
- Pay the non-refundable $75 application fee
- Upload a copy of the student’s birth certificate
- Upload a baptismal certificate, if applicable
- Submit current immunization and health records
Completed applications must be submitted to the school. Families will be notified of admission decisions on a rolling basis beginning February 15.
Admission Priority
When determining admission priority, preference is given in the following order:
- Children with a sibling currently enrolled at St. John of the Cross Parish School
- Children of registered parish families who are active, engaged, and contributing members of St. John of the Cross Parish
- Children of newly registered St. John of the Cross Parish families
- Children of families who are not currently registered at St. John of the Cross Parish
Our goal is to welcome students into a community where faith, learning, and belonging come together to support the growth of every child.
Transfer Students
We welcome families who are considering a transfer to St. John of the Cross Parish School and look forward to sharing what makes our community unique.
Families interested in transferring should contact Tiffany White, Director of Advancement & Mission, to schedule a school tour and learn more about the SJC experience.
Once a completed application and all required documents have been received, the admissions team will review the student’s records to determine academic fit and readiness for our school environment. If appropriate, the student will be invited to shadow at SJC and participate in an interview with the Principal.
Following completion of the admissions process, families will be notified of the final admission decision.
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