Statement of Non-Discrimination
St. Jude School admits students of all races, religions, nationalities, and ethnic origins for all rights, privileges, programs, and activities of the school.

Religious Instruction
St. Jude School proudly proclaims the Gospel message of Jesus Christ and provides religious instruction in the Catholic tradition to all students.  Parents are expected to support our approach to Catholic education, as well as the policies and academic expectations of St. Jude School.  The school requires all students, regardless of their faith tradition, to take part in daily religion classes and other religious celebrations and activities.       

Preschool
Students must be completely potty trained and turn 3 or 4 years old before September 30^th to be eligible for the preschool/pre-kindergarten programs.  Additionally, a student with a September birthday will not be permitted to attend school until after his/her 3^rd birthday.  The student must be socially and emotionally ready for school and the parent and student must meet with the Preschool Director prior to acceptance. 

Kindergarten
Admission into Kindergarten is based upon a formal kindergarten screening process to ensure the student is prepared academically, socially, and emotionally.  Students must turn 5 years old before September 30.  All new students and their parents are also required to meet with the Principal and/or Dean of Student Services to review the expectations for St. Jude School families.    

Grades 1-8
Students interested in transferring into St. Jude School in grades 1-8 are required to shadow for a day to ensure it is a good fit for both the school and the family.  This requirement may be waived for students transferring over the summer, and with the approval of the principal.  All new students and their parents are also required to interview with the Principal and/or Dean of Student Services to review academic, attendance, and disciplinary records, as well as the expectations for St. Jude School families. 

Acceptance into St. Jude School is based upon an applicant’s demonstrated commitment to academics reflected in grades, standardized test scores, attendance, disciplinary records, and observations from the shadow day.  Acceptance into St. Jude School is contingent upon space available in the applicant’s grade level.

St. Jude School grants admission/readmission on a yearly basis based upon adherence to our philosophy of Catholic education and the student’s academic performance, attendance, and compliance with school expectations and disciplinary policies.  We reserve the right to ask a student to leave St. Jude School at any time for serious concerns relating to any of the above mentioned items.