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At Catalyst, we view the school's program as an extension of the Christian home and church. For this reason, at least one parent/guardian shall have a personal understanding of the new birth of Christ. Parents/guardians are expected to hold membership and be actively involved in a church congregation.Parents/guardians must agree that Catalyst presents a Christian education reflecting Anabaptist principles and shall express harmony with the school's position. For enrollment in kindergarten through High School, grade-level assessments will be administered. The following benchmarks will be considered for admission: reading and math scores within 5 months of grade level and written communication which displays grade-appropriate message and mechanics. Test results that raise concern will be considered by a team comprised of the administrator, learning support instructor, IU reading specialist, and specified classroom teachers. A decision to admit the enrollee will be based on the school's presumed ability to meet the student's academic, emotional, social, and spiritual needs. In addition, if the candidate appears to need special services, the decision to enroll will consider the availability of openings in these programs. An informative interview will occur with the administrator, where parent/guardians will be asked to share their personal testimony and their desire to enroll in a Christian school. We will accept enrollment applications beginning in December. Our current patrons are given preference for PreK and Kindergarten until early February, and grades 1- 12 until mid-March. Applications received prior to that date will be added to the class on a first-come, first-served basis until the class is full.