Enrollment

Start the Enrollment process by printing and filing out the enrollment form. 2008-2009 Tuition Rates

Tuition & Fees

Tuition Rates:  2007-2008

K-6^th School and Childcare

Required school tuition payments are based on the following annual rates, with member rates listed first followed by non-member rates: Kindergarten ($1,710) and ($2,090); and 1st – 6th grade ($2,812) and ($3,192). 19 equal two-week payments are due every other Monday, with the exception of two weeks during Christmas.

Technology/Supply Fee:

In addition to tuition, the following annual Technology/Supply Fee is required per student:

Kindergarten through 2nd grade - $35

Grades 3 - 5 - $65

Grades 6 - 8 - $130

Preschool Classes and Childcare

Required school tuition payments are based on the following annual rates, with member rates listed first followed by non-member rates: Morning or Afternoon  3’s ($828) and ($972); 4’s ($1,080) and ($1,260); and 5’s ($1,332) and ($1,620). 18 equal two-week payments are due every other Monday, with the exception of two weeks during Christmas.

Tuition Payments

Tuition payments are due every other Monday, with parents paying for the program services two weeks in advance. A customized payment sheet is developed for each family and provided at the beginning of the year. Make checks payable to “St. Michael Lutheran School” and place them in the payment drop box in the church office or school office.

It is essential that parents pay their tuition in a timely manner, so that we may meet our financial obligations for payroll, supplies, food, and general operating costs. A late fee of $30 will be assessed to all tuition exceeding 30 days in delinquency. If special circumstances occur that require a delay in payment, arrangements must be made with the Principal and submitted to the Board. No outstanding balance can be carried from one school year to another.

A free service called “Simply Giving” is offered by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, and is available to all parents whereby they can arrange to have their tuition payments automatically transferred from their bank to St. Michael on a monthly basis. There is no cost to the parent for this, and all it takes is the completion of a simple form (available in the church office). All parents are encouraged to consider using this service.

Registration Fee:

Prior to May 1^st, a $100 non-refundable registration fee per child is required at the time of enrollment, with a maximum of $200 per family annual fee. If paid after May 1st, the fee is $125 per student/$250 family maximum. Of these amounts, $50 per child ($100 family maximum) can be applied toward 07/08 tuition by completing volunteer hours. 

T-Shirt :

Beginning with school year 2004/05, all students are required to obtain a St. Michael Lutheran School polo shirt (available from Land’s End or spirit wear vendor), and wear this shirt on Fridays, field trip days and school concerts. The cost of this shirt is $18.50.

Field Trips & Fees:

Students will be participating in a number of fieldtrips, many of which will be free to the student. However, there are a few places for which there is a charge, and parents will be asked to cover those costs. Once all field trips have been scheduled for the year, a list (including any costs) will be shared with the parents.

Multi-child Discount

A 5% family discount is applied to each child's tuition when two children are enrolled. A 10% family discount is applied to each child's tuition when 3 or more children are enrolled.

Scholarship Assistance

Thanks to many fundraising efforts and the kindness of various individuals, some scholarship funds are available for eligible families. St. Michael uses the services of an outside company (Private School Aide Service) to evaluate scholarship applications (to ensure consistency and privacy).

Every family that seeks any scholarship assistance must complete the application form. Then based upon what the private company determines such families are supposed to be able to pay, as well as what the families themselves indicate they are able to pay, appropriate assistance may be provided (with all families paying at least 50% of their annual tuition costs). Any family who fails to complete such a scholarship assistance form is expected to pay their full tuition.

Creative Contributions

In an effort to be good stewards and to maximize our giving potential, our members have come up with a variety of creative ways people can help pay their tuition and contribute to St. Michael Lutheran School (SMLS) and Christ for Kids (CFK) Childcare Center.