To:        SJS Parents

From:    SJS School Board

Date:    May 31, 2007

RE:      Tuition Return Policy            

Each family registers at St. Joseph School by submitting a $100 non-refundable deposit and signing a TUITION PAYMENT CONTRACT AGREEMENT.

The SJS School Board has reviewed the Tuition Payment Contract Agreement and offers the following clarification of the policy regarding pro-rating of tuition when a student withdraws or is dismissed

1. The tuition agreement for the next academic year can be cancelled (in writing without penalty except forfeit of the registration and tuition deposit) prior to July 1st.

1. After July 1st, should a child be withdrawn or dismissed from school prior to the end of the school year, the tuition will be pro-rated accordingly. Tuition return amounts are based on a percentage of the annual tuition rate of the individual family.

1. If a child is withdrawn or dismissed after July 1^st, the tuition return premium will be calculated based on the following pro-rated schedule.  The percentages shown below reflect the school’s initial outlay of monies for materials (books, workbooks & supplies), staffing decisions and budget considerations made over the summer and based upon numbers of students registered as of June 1st.

·         If withdrawn/dismissed after July 1st but prior to September 1^st :            50%

·         If withdrawn/dismissed after September 1st but prior to January  1^st :    35%

·         If withdrawn/dismissed after January 1st but prior to April 1^st:                15%

·         If withdrawn/dismissed after April 1^st:                                                    0

The percentage of tuition owed at the time of withdrawal/dismissal will be considered in default if not paid, and the Default Policy in the Tuition Agreement shall apply to the collection of tuition due. 

Important Note:  The Pastor and the Principal still are responsible for final decisions in the implementation of this policy.  Decisions will still be based upon the specific details of each individual case.  Their decision will be considered final.

This clarification of the tuition refund policy will be incorporated into the 2007-08 Student Handbook and Registration Agreements

Members of the School Board will be at the June 4, 2007 Home & School Meeting to respond to any questions you may have or you may contact the school office at  582-8696.