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Admission of New Students
All parents and students are made aware that the basic purpose of Visitation Catholic School is for Catholic formation within a Christian community inspired by faith and for the academic development of students. Admission to Visitation Catholic School usually occurs at the beginning of the school year. New parish families are accepted at the time of application if there is space available. Transfer students are interviewed by the Principal on an individual basis before decision for entry is made. The student's cumulative records are requested from the school last attended.
Immunizations
A complete immunization record must be on file for each student in the school. Students entering school must have proof of immunization by the 15th day of October or the student will be excluded from school until the requirement is met. Students enrolling after the beginning date must present the immunization record and their latest health examination. If for medical reasons, one or more required immunizations must be given after the beginning day of school, then the parent or student shall present a schedule to the administration of the immunization and a statement of the medical reason for the delay.
Students entering Kindergarten must have: a physical exam, a dental exam, a vision exam and...
4 or 5 DTP shots (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis)
After age 4, the student should have all shots.
3 or 4 Polio
2 MMR shots (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
Varicella vaccine or documentation from doctor of having Chicken Pox
These are the minimum requirements to be in compliance with the rules for school entry. The Department of Public Health and your doctor may recommend additional immunizations and exams for your child.
Physical and Dental Examinations
The State of Illinois requires all Kindergarten, 2
nd and 6
th grade students to have a dental exam before entering these grades. All children entering Kindergarten and 6
th grade must have a complete Physical Examination. Children entering kindergarten must have a TB and a lead test result recorded on the student's physical.
Non-Discrimination in Admission Policies
Visitation Catholic School is in compliance with all federal and state non-discrimination and equal opportunity laws and regulations regarding admission as stated in the Commission on Education policies of the Diocese of Peoria.
No student shall be refused admission to Visitation Catholic School on the basis of race, color, sex, ethnic origin, or disability (when with minor adjustments on the part of the school, the disabled person could be accommodated).
No registered, practicing member of Saint John Paul II Parish or other local Catholic parishes, who is interested in the educational programs of Visitation Catholic School, will be denied participation because of financial need.
Recognition by the State of Illinois
Visitation Catholic School obtained Full Recognition by the State of Illinois under the guidelines for Recognition of Non-Public Elementary Schools. The school has met the standards set by the Illinois State Board of Education and fulfilled application requirements.