Admissions

Like you, we want the best fit for your child. We have developed an Admissions process designed to answer questions about your child's needs and our programs. We recommend the process as follows:

1. Let's Talk

If you feel like The de Paul School is what you are looking for, we invite you to contact our Director of Admissions, Peggy Woolley , at (502) 459-6131, extension 232, or you can send her an e-mail, or you can use our on-line form to contact us .

We welcome your questions about our school and want to help families make informed decisions. Additionally, we are happy to provide information on learning differences, resources, and how The de Paul School works with children who learn differently.

2. Come for a Visit!

We encourage parents to visit the school to see what makes us truly different. Tours are scheduled and designed to help parents get a full sense of the school, our classrooms and our culture. This is a great time to learn more about your student and to share information about our school.

3. Admissions Testing

Like you, we want to make sure that this is the best fit for everyone. Therefore, we will complete a battery of tests with your student to gain a full sense of their abilities. We understand that many of our potential students have previously been tested by psychologists, schools, and or specialists. We ask that you share those results with us in order to educate us on the full scope of your child. Based upon the information provided, we will schedule the battery of tests best determined to meet our placement and evaluation needs.

A diagnosis is not required to attend The de Paul School. Many of our students have previously slipped through the cracks because they did not qualify for a diagnosis at their time of difficulty, but benefit from our instructional and environmental style. We work with students who are bright; our students have IQ's ranging from average to far above. However, they are not reaching their full potential in a conventional classroom because of their processing deficits.

Many of our students have received a formal diagnosis through extensive evaluation. Some of those diagnoses are: ADHD, Dyslexia, Central Auditory Processing Disorder, Non Verbal Language Disorder, Sensory Integration Disorder, Dyscalculia, and Dysgraphia. In addition, some students have more Specific Learning Differences such as disorders in Reading, Math, Spelling and Written Expression.

The de Paul School and its curriculum is not designed to fully benefit a student on the Autistic Spectrum (Aspergers or Autism) or a student who may have been diagnosed primarily with an emotional or behavioral disorder.

4. Parent Conference and Recommendation

Within two weeks of the admissions assessment, Mrs. Woolley will hold a conference with parents to review and discuss the test results. This information will focus on whether one of The de Paul School's programs is appropriate for your child.

5. Student Conference and Visit

After determining that a student would benefit from enrollment in a program offered by The de Paul School, we invite your student in for a conference. At this meeting, we work to educate your child about what makes our school truly different. We visit classes, talk with students, and meet principals in order to "demystify" The de Paul School. We understand that changing schools can be a difficult transition for some students. Therefore, we use this time to help them get acclimated to their new school home.

6. Application and Financial Aid

Enrollment for the following school year and/or tutorial program begins in February. Visits and admissions assessment are available throughout the year, and students can be enrolled as long as appropriate openings are available.

When your child has been determined to be eligible for de Paul, you will receive an enrollment packet. Families are encouraged to complete and submit these forms promptly, as openings are limited.

Please review the 2010 Summer School FAQ and Checklist or
2010-2011 School Year FAQ and Checklist documents for frequently asked questions and complete enrollment instructions. Contact the Admissions Office to receive a complete enrollment packet.

Financial aid is available to qualifying families. The amount awarded is based on a family's financial need and the financial aid fund balance. These funds are distributed beginning with February applications, and continue to be awarded as long as funds are available.The de Paul School uses the services of FACTS Grant Aid Assessment to determine each family's need for financial assistance. Please review the Financial Assistance FAQ, Checklist and Instructions document for frequently asked questions and complete instructions for filing for financial assistance.Contact the Admissions Office to receive The de Paul School Application for Financial Assistance packet.

To connect to the FACTS website:Factstuitionaid.com

To contact FACTS via telephone for assistance:(866) 315-9262

To fax documents to FACTS:(866) 315-9264

Several tuition payment plans are available including single pay, 2 pay, 10 pay and 12 pay plans.

Longer term student loans are available through Yourtuitionsolution.com or Sallie Mae. Select Sallie Mae K-12 to begin a new application or go to SallieMae.com to review an open application or for general information.

We understand that this process can be confusing and welcome your questions. Please feel free to contact Emma Stein, Business Officer or Steve Harris, CFO with questions regarding tuition payment plans.

7. Welcome to The de Paul School!

Every family is on a different journey to The de Paul School. Our Admissions process is designed to make sure that this is the best fit for everyone. Once enrolled in one of our programs, your son or daughter will participate in instruction tailored to meet their academic, social and organizational needs. Our calm school setting will offer the opportunity for your child to "learn to learn" in a caring, highly organized environment. Our expectations for our students and their families are high; but within everyone's capabilities.

It is now time to watch what a difference our difference can make.