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Process for Pre-K and Kindergarten

ADMISSIONS PROCESS  

PRE-K AND KINDERGARTEN

We always welcome applications and will continue accepting qualified students throughout the summer, as long as space is available.  Please note that the information and dates listed below are from our standard admissions process beginning in January of each year.  Tours, testing and play groups can be scheduled on an individual basis.  If you would like application information for the upcoming year or a tour of the school, please contact Suzan Henderson at 334.395.8222.

The Application Form

(Pre-K and K)

Complete the application form in full and return to Holy Cross in the enclosed envelope with the non-refundable $50 application fee.  This fee also covers our testing.  Please complete this step first.

PLAY GROUPS

 (Pre-K and K)

Pre-kindergarten and kindergarten applicants are invited to a brief “play group” session.  This session allows us to observe applicant’s interaction and behavior in a group setting.  These “play groups” are held at 1:00 p.m. during the first three weeks in February.  Please call the school (334-395-8222) to schedule your child’s session.

Parent Questionnaire

(Pre-K and K)

While your child is participating in a “play group” session, you will be given a parent questionnaire.  Please complete and return this questionnaire by the admission process deadline February 19^th.

The Admissions Test

(K Only)

All prospective kindergarteners take a standardized readiness test.  This test screens key developmental traits across a broad range of skills necessary to begin school.  It is designed to assist in making decisions concerning a child’s readiness to begin kindergarten.  Parents of prospective kindergarteners should call the school (334-395-8222) to schedule an individual test time.  All testing should be completed by February 19^th.

Teacher Evaluation

(Pre-K and K)

Complete and give your child’s current teacher the Teacher Evaluation form for prospective pre-kindergarteners and kindergarteners and the return envelope.  The teacher should return this Evaluation Form by February 19^th.

The following should all be completed and in the office at Holy Cross by February 19^th to receive first consideration.

Pre-Kindergarten

• Application – due as soon as possible                                                                 
• Teacher Evaluation – due February 19^th
• Play Group -  first  three weeks in February
• Parent Questionnaire – as soon as possible following your child’s play group                                                         

Kindergarten 

• Application – due as soon as possible
• Admission Test – testing should be completed by February 19^th
• Teacher Evaluation – due February 19^th
• Play Group – first three weeks in February
• Parent Questionnaire – as soon as possible following your child’s play group

The results of the admissions process will be mailed in March.

We will continue to accept and thoroughly consider applications received after the deadlines, but only after we have first considered applications filed and completed by our original deadlines.

A campus visit for the candidate and family is recommended.  Additional testing and/or a class day visit may be requested by the Admissions Committee.