Student Application

 

If you would like to have your student(s) attend St. Benedict's, please either complete the online form by clicking on the button below OR print out the application linked, fill out the information, and return it to the address listed below. Submitting an application does not guarantee enrollment. Student transcripts and a family interview may be requested. Placement exams may be required.

Before filling out an online application, please carefully read the information regarding enrollment requirements, tuition, and statement of faith/student conduct below.

 

SBCS Student Application 2024-25


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St. Benedict Classical School

4609 W. State Road 46

Bloomington, IN 47404 

ENROLLMENT GUIDELINES, TUITION, AND PAYMENTS

  1. St. Benedict Classical School is a four-day school.  Students attend school Tuesday through Friday.  On Mondays, students complete assignments at home that prepare them for the upcoming school week.

  2. St. Benedict’s mission is to partner with parents to foster intellect and faith.  This partnership is only made possible by the dedication of the families involved.  Beginning with the 2021/2022 school year, all newly enrolled families must participate in the life of the school by being present for at least part of the school week as a teacher, teacher’s aide, monitor, or general volunteer.  The more students a family enrolls, the more invested both parties must be in this partnership.  As such, the following range of hours is required for enrollment:

    For Pre-K–8th Students:

    1 child = 6–8 hours

    2 children = 12–16 hours

    3 children = 18–24 hours

    4+ children = 24–32  hours

    For High School Students:

    1 child = 7–9 hours

    2 children = 14–18 hours

    3 children = 21–27 hours

     4+ children = 28–36 hours

    The lower number represents the hours required under all circumstances. Hours up to the higher number may be assigned if needed to fill teaching or other volunteer slots; Families must be ready to fulfill the highest number of hours in the category that applies to them.

  3. It is the policy of St. Benedict Classical School that each family have a parent or designated adult present at all times during school hours.  Any family, current or newly enrolled, that does not have a parent or designated adult present at all times must find an “adoptive family” within the school community to accept responsibility for their student(s).  The adult from this “adoptive family” will become the designated adult when the parent is not present.  At no point can a child be left unattended on the premises.

    Any “adoptive family” temporarily serving as the designated adult for another family will assume responsibility for the student(s) in the morning until first period begins and will again assume responsibility for supervising the student(s) after end-of-day clean-up until the parent has arrived for pickup.

    St. Benedict does not offer before-school or after-school care.  Students should arrive at school between 8:10 and 8:20 to ensure they are prepared to begin the school day on time. Students must be picked up no later than 15 minutes after dismissal.

  4. The tuition for the 2024/2025 school year is as follows:

    Standard Student Tuition

    High School (Grades 9–12) $3,000

    Lower School (Grades PreK–8) $1,500

  5. While St. Benedict’s has minimum adult participation requirements, greater involvement is highly encouraged.  Families that commit to actively participating at least 18 hours per week, and assume teaching duties at the discretion of the headmaster, will qualify for a discounted tuition structure as shown below.

    Discounted Tuition

    First Student (PreK-12) $1,000

    Additional Student (PreK-12) $150

Tuition Payment Plans

A down payment of $100 per family is due by June 1. This amount will be deducted from tuition.

We accept checks or any major credit card (Visa, Master Card, American Express, Discover). The down payment and tuition payments can be made online at www.stbenedictclassical.org/support.

Families may choose to pay the tuition according to one of the following three plans:

  1. One payment of the full tuition amount due July 8.

  2. Two equal payments due July 8 and January 8.

  3. Ten equal payments each due by the 8th of the months July–April.

Please make checks payable to St. Benedict Classical School and send them to the school address:

SBCS                                                                                                                                                                                    Attn: Mike Schneidt                                                                                                                                                                  4609 W. State Road 46                                                                                                                                                   Bloomington, IN 47404

STATEMENT OF FAITH / STUDENT CONDUCT 

St. Benedict is a Catholic school, and all students will be taught the Catholic faith. The Faith will be integrated into every aspect of the school; all students are expected to participate fully in classes and in all school activities, including the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.

At St. Benedict’s, we believe all that the Catholic Church holds and believes to be true. We strive to uphold and to instill in our students the Church’s teachings on faith and morals. We profess fidelity to the Holy Father in Rome and to the archbishop of Indianapolis.

I hereby agree to ensure that my child and I will follow all rules and regulations of the school. I further agree to uphold the standards of proper behavior and Catholic moral conduct that will support the mission of the school, working cooperatively with the school’s staff and promoting a positive environment. I agree to all of these terms as a necessary condition of enrollment, and continued enrollment, for my child.

(Please indicate agreement on online application.)

WITHDRAWALS AND TRANSFERS

The following applies to students who transfer from St. Benedict Classical School:

1. The headmaster should be notified in advance if parents are aware that their child(ren) will be withdrawing or transferring.

2. Official school records are sent directly to the new school (for grades 7-12).

3. There will be no refund of registration fees, student book fees, or tuition fees up to and including the month of withdrawal.

4. If tuition has been paid in advance, a prorated refund will be given, minus the above fees. (See #3.)

5. If tuition or fees are overdue, records will not be transferred until all accounts are paid in full.

6. Families may be asked to complete an exit interview with the headmaster and/or a school board member prior to withdrawal.

 

The Saint Benedict Classical School admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin.