Admissions

For 40 years, St. Michael the Archangel School has offered an exceptional Catholic educational experience from Pre K through eighth grade on two campuses: in Bethlehem (Middle School at Assumption BVM Church) and Coopersburg (Elementary School at St. Joseph’s Parish). St. Michael the Archangel School, a Christ-centered community, educates children with a quality and challenging curriculum in a nurturing environment that is anchored in the tradition of the Roman Catholic Church.

Step 1 - Application Form & Fee

To initiate the formal application process, parents can submit the application form. You will receive an email once your application is received regarding next steps. A non-refundable registration fee of $150 per child must be received within 30 days of your application date. Please contact Mrs. Heil, Director of Advancement to make payment arrangements.  

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Step 2 - Student Assessment

If your child is entering Kindergarten, your child will be assessed using the Dial 4 Screening. Assessments will be conducted in May prior to the school year. 

If you child is a Transfer and is transferring into grades 1-8. An assessment is required prior to acceptance. The assessment will be conducted by our Assistant Principal & Director of Learning Support, Mrs. Rose Hartnett. 

Step 3 - Admission Decision

The students and their parent(s) will attend an interview with the Principal, Head Teacher, and/or classroom teacher. (if requested by school administration)

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REGISTRATION POLICY

Each year St. Michael the Archangel School welcomes new students in grades K-8 during open enrollment period.  Students admitted to Pre K must be four (4) years of age by October 15. Students admitted to Kindergarten must be five (5) years of age by October 15 and students admitted to First Grade must be six (6) years of age by October 15.

Kindergarten:  Required information at the time of registration includes:

  1. Birth Certificate
  2. Record of immunizations
  3. Baptismal Certificate (unless affiliated with St. Joseph or Assumption Parishes) (if applicable)
  4. Application
  5. Registration Fee

Transfer Students:  Must also provide the following:

  1. Academic records for last full academic year and most recent marking period
  2. Standardized test results
  3. Any other formal testing results (psychological, learning, etc.)

The students and their parent(s) will attend an interview with the Principal, Head Teacher, and/or classroom teacher. (if requested by school administration)

A review of records will be performed by School Administration and, if accepted, a Letter of Acceptance will be sent along with a “Records Release Request Form”. This form and letter must be signed and returned to St. Michael the Archangel School prior to admission.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How old does my child have to be for enrollment?

    Each year St. Michael the Archangel School welcomes new students in grades K-8 during open enrollment period.  Students admitted to Pre K must be four (4) years of age by October 15. Students admitted to Kindergarten must be five (5) years of age by October 15 and students admitted to First Grade must be six (6) years of age by October 15.

    What information is required for the application process?

    Required information at the time of registration includes: Birth Certificate, Record of immunizations, Baptismal Certificate (unless affiliated with St. Joseph or Assumption Parishes) (if applicable), Application, & Registration Fee. 

    What do transfer students need to apply?

    In addition to the required information listed above, transfer students also need to provide the following: Academic records for the last full academic year and most recent marking period, Standardized test results, Any other formal testing results (psychological, learning, etc.)

    How much is the fee for application?

    A non-refundable application fee of $150.00 per child in grades 1-8 is required at the time of registration. For students enrolling in Kindergarten, an application fee of $150.00 is due with the application. This fee includes the Kindergarten Readiness Screening fee of $30.00. If the child is not deemed ready for Kindergarten, the application fee will be refunded minus the screening fee. A non-refundable re-registration fee is then required each subsequent year during the re-registration period.