How to Apply to St. Joseph School Cockeysville
Welcome Prospective Families! Choosing the right Catholic School for your child is an important decision, and we are honored to be a part of your journey. To help guide you through the Admissions process, below you will find a helpful outline providing you with everything you need to know about our admissions process. Please take a moment to click on the toggles to learn more, and take the next steps towards becoming a part of our school community!
Step 1: Schedule a Visit
The best way to experience St. Joseph School is to see it for yourself. Families are encouraged to schedule a tour or reserve their spot for a Welcome Wednesday to learn more about our welcoming community and academic programs.
Reserve your spot for a Welcome Wednesday by clicking on the following link: Welcome Wednesday Tours
Schedule your visit today by contacting Ms. Macall Willard at 410-683-0600, Ext. 2529 or enrollment@sjpray.org.
Step 2: Ways to Apply
Our admissions application is available online through our admissions and enrollment platform Finalsite, making it simple to complete the required steps. Families will be asked to provide supporting documents, teacher referrals, and a $100 non-refundable deposit.
Step 3: Testing Requirements
For students applying to PreK through 1st Grade, Brigance Testing is used to evaluate early learning skills and readiness.
For students applying to 2nd through 8th Grade, MAP online screening for math and reading is used to evaluate skill and readiness. Students will also complete a writing sample, which will be used to evaluate writing proficiency and handwriting.
Step 4: Recommendations
For Kindergarten and 1st Grade applicants, a general teacher referral is required. For students entering Grades 2 through 8, two referrals are needed, one from the child’s Math teacher and one from the ELA or Reading teacher.
These referrals are found in the application checklist on Finalsite.
Step 5: Shadow Day & Screening
We welcome students to come experience a day at St. Joseph School. Screenings are also completed during these shadow days, giving us the opportunity to get to know each child while they experience our school community.
Shadow Days can only be scheduled after the application checklist items have been completed.
Step 6: Financial Aid
We recognize the commitment families make in choosing a Catholic education, and we are pleased to provide information about tuition assistance opportunities for the coming school year. Visit our Grant & Aid page to learn more.
Ready To Start Your Application?
We invite you to take the first step today and begin the application process at St. Joseph School Cockeysville. By applying, you open the door to a faith-filled education where your child can grow academically, spiritually, and socially in a nurturing school environment. We look forward to welcoming your family into our school community and walking alongside you during this journey.
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