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 submit the application form and fee. Please contact Mrs. Heil, Director of Advancement for an application
Step 2 - Student Assessment
The students and their parent(s) will attend an interview with the Principal, Head Teacher, and/or classroom teacher. (if requested by school administration)
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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Important Forms
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:
- Birth Certificate
- Record of immunizations
- Baptismal Certificate (unless affiliated with St. Joseph or Assumption Parishes) (if applicable)
- Application
- Registration Fee
- Textbook Loan Form
- Transportation Form
Transfer Students: Must also provide the following:
- Academic records for last full academic year and most recent marking period
- Standardized test results
- 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.
A non-refundable application fee of $150.00 per child in grades Pre-K-8 is required at the time of registration
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, Textbook Loan Form, Transportation Form
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.