Admissions

Religious Education Program

The Church’s social teaching is a rich treasure of wisdom about building a just society and living lives of holiness amidst the challenges of modern society.

Key themes that are at the heart of our Catholic social tradition include the dignity of the human person with rights and responsibilities, the call to family and solidarity with our neighbor, care for the poor and needy, the dignity of workers, and care for God’s creation. To integrate the Catholic Christian philosophy and social teachings into the daily school program is the goal of the Saint Columbkille School Religious Education Program.

Daily prayer and religious lessons, Eucharistic celebrations, weekly classroom visits by our parish priests, Sacramental preparation and practice (Reconciliation, Holy Communion, and Confirmation), seasonal prayer gatherings, and a multitude of service projects support this endeavor. Policies and procedures reflect the call to Christian experience- the Catholic Christian message, worship, community, and service.

The student body participates monthly in the celebration of Liturgy. Students also observe and celebrate the seasons of the Liturgical year to provide opportunities for enriching and deepening our students’ faith lives while increasing their understanding of our Catholic Tradition. The students in grades 2 through 8 also have the opportunity to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation during the seasons of Advent and Lent. Parents/Guardians are invited to all liturgical celebrations.

Parents/Guardians of 2nd and 8th graders will be required to participate in parent meetings prior to their child receiving the sacraments of Reconciliation (grade 2), Eucharist (grade 2), and Confirmation (grade 8). Parents are encouraged to attend these liturgical celebrations. It is the parent’s privilege and responsibility to assist their child in his/her preparation to receive these sacraments.

Our students are welcome to serve the Saint Columbkille Parish by becoming Altar Servers. Altar Serving is open to both boys and girls in grades 5-8. After training, the servers assist in the celebration at Sunday, weekday, and holy day Masses; as well as weddings, funerals, and other liturgical services.

The Application Process

Stage 1: Initial Documentation
To begin the application process, the following forms/documents must be submitted on behalf of each applicant.

• Application for Enrollment
• Special Services Form
• Copy of Birth Certificate
• Copy of Baptismal Certificate (If applicable)
• Copy of last report card (Grades 1 - 8)
• Copy of all Standardized Test Scores (Grades 2 - 8)
• MAP or other relevant state assessments

 
Stage 2: Review Process
 
Once the above documentation has been submitted, the Admissions Team will review the application based on St. Columbkille School admissions criteria, specifically seeking students who are successful in their current academic environments; who conduct themselves in a manner that fits with the St. Columbkille School behavioral standards; and whose parents/guardians are invested in the education process. If the team deems that the applicant meets the above criteria, the applicant will be contacted to complete:
 

• Shadow Visit (Grades K - 8)
• Placement Assessment through NWEA MAP
• Interview with Pastor, Principal, and/or Administrative Team

 

Stage 3: Enrollment Decision

After the student has completed the previous steps, the application will be evaluated and an enrollment decision will be made. It is possible that a student may be put on a waitlist for classes that are at or near capacity, as Parish families have first priority in cases where class space is limited. In any event, families can expect to hear back from St. Columbkille School within 2 weeks of completing the review process.
 
 
Stage 4: Enrollment

Once a student is accepted, the following items are required in order to enroll in St. Columbkille School.
 

• Registration/Technology fee of $340 per student for PreK-8th grade (non-refundable)
• Registration fee of $150 per student for 3-year-old Preschool Program (non-refundable)
• Completed Registration Forms and Tuition Payment Agreement packets
• Release of records form (Grades 1 - 8)

 
Questions/Feedback
St. Columbkille School welcomes questions and feedback from applicant families at any time during the application process. Please contact the School Office at (216) 524-4816 or send an email to Mrs. Rawson,  Principal at krawson@stcolumbkilleschool.org.

If you have questions regarding updating addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, please contact Mrs. Joyce , SIS and Tuition Clerk by emailing njoyce@stcolumbkilleschool.org or calling (216) 524-4816.

School Year 2022-2023

St. Columbkille School realizes that every family's finances are different. We accept tuition payments on a monthly, or quarterly basis. We simply require that each quarter's tuition be paid before the quarter begins.