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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

We welcome students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin, and do not discriminate on this basis in admission   or in any area of the school life and program. The following criteria are considered in admission decisions:

1.Written application forms must be completed.

2.Records including report cards and standardized tests must be supplied.

3. Parents and applicants must be willing to be interviewed by the appropriate principal or designated committee.

4.Applicants must meet the following requirements:
     A.  Kindergarten - five years of age on or before September lst (as required by the State of Florida).
     B.  First grade - six years of age on or before September lst (as required by the State of Florida). Students reaching age six on or before December 3lst may be admitted providing the student is determined to be emotionally, socially and academically prepared for first grade. This determination is made after a conference with student, parents, and appropriate staff, upon recommendation from the kindergarten teacher, and satisfactory scores on the developmental and ability tests.

5.Tests will be administered to students:
     A.  To ensure placement in the grade and courses for which a student is qualified.
     B.  To facilitate the maintenance of outstanding school standards.
     C.  To ensure that students with learning disabilities and handicaps which go beyond the school's scope of management will be directed to a more suitable environment.

6.Priority consideration will be given to:
     A.  Families who desire Christian teaching including high moral standards, high behavioral standards and high academic standards.
     B.  Families who already have students enrolled at SCS.
     C.  Families who enroll all their school age children at SCS.
     D.  Students who desire a Christian education.

7.Students at SCS are accepted:
     A.  By a final decision of the admissions committee.
     B.  On a nine-week probationary  basis.
     C.  On a yearly basis and subject to annual review.
     D.  Regardless of race. color, gender, national or ethic origin.

REGISTRATION  REQUIREMENTS

When applications are approved, parents are notified of suitable times to register.
This will require:

1.  Completion of registration, covenant statements, and financial agreement  forms.

2.  Payment of school fees.

3.  Submission of physical examination form (#3040) and immunization records  (HRS #680).  These forms are available from a local doctor and are required by the state of Florida.

4.  A copy of student's birth certificate.

5.  A copy of student's social security card.

6.  School release form from previously attended school.


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