If you are interested in enrolling a child in Grace Lutheran School, or would like information about our programs, you may contact us by calling the school office at (701) 232-7747

ENTRANCE AGE REQUIREMENTS

Preschool - All children entering Preschool must have a birthdate before August 31, 2005 - no joiners will be allowed during the year.

Pre-Kindergarten - All children entering Pre-Kindergarten must have a birthdate before March 1, 2004 - no exceptions.


Kindergarten - All children entering Kindergarten for the first time must have a birthdate before August 31, 2003.


First Grade - All children entering 1st Grade for the first time must be 6 years of age on or before August 31. State law requires that all children enter 1st Grade before they are 7 years of age unless they are in Kindergarten.


All children entering Preschool must be toilet trained when school begins.

Early entrance means entering Kindergarten or 1st Grade before the legal entrance age by means of testing. Parents interested in early entrance for pupils whose birthdays are between September 1 and December 31 should contact the school office by February 1 so that testing can be scheduled before summer.

Grace Lutheran School reserves the right to accept or decline enrollment determined by whether the school can meet the child's needs. Enrollment may require certain academic adjustments or even a probationary period. The school also reserves the right to determine final grade placement for any applicant or present student based on educational need.

Admission to the school shall be with the understanding that parents have familiarized themselves with the philosophy and policies of Grace Lutheran School.

Grace is a school of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS) and welcomes student of all religions. All students will have daily religion classes using curriculum prepared for LCMS elementary schools. Beginning with grade one, students have memory assignments twice a week. Students will learn the six chief parts of Luther's catechism, books of the Bible, and selected Bible verses.

ENROLLMENT PRIORITY POLICY

1st ENROLLMENT PERIOD - Enrollment is open only to families with children currently enrolled and families that are members of LCMS churches.

2nd ENROLLMENT PERIOD - Open enrollment is on a first-come-first-serve basis until classes are filled. After classes are filled, students may be placed on a waiting list if desired. A parent can hold a place on the waiting list by paying the registration fee.

FULL PAYMENT OF THE CURRENT REGISTRATION FEE MUST BE MADE AT THE TIME OF ENROLLMENT.

ENROLLMENT PROCEDURE

The enrollment procedure includes receiving an enrollment packet which contains an introductory letter, a brochure, a tuition/fee sheet, and an application form. (Download the application form) After completing the application, the parent(s) should make an appointment with the principal. Parents should bring the application form, along with copies of all previous academic records (report cards and standardized tests) to the first visit. The child(ren) may be present at the first visit or at a follow-up visit. After the interview, the family will be notified of the child's acceptance or denial of enrollment. If application of enrollment is accepted, the registration fee must be paid at the time of enrollment. Registration fees are non-refundable except in extenuating circumstances. Upon admission to the school, the secretary will request certain information and the completion of several forms.

During the first enrollment period for Preschool,  Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, and Grades 1-8, re-enrollment forms will be distributed to school families. The registration fee has to be submitted with the form to reserve a place for the child(ren). Fees are non-refundable unless the family moves away. No student is allowed to re-enroll unless all tuition is paid by July 1. Where outstanding fees exist, a family is required to make mutually acceptable arrangements with the principal to complete such payments prior to reenrollment for the next school year. These financial arrangements have to be made before the July Board of Education meeting. All financial arrangements need to be approved by the Board of Education.

TUITION RATES 2008-2009