1. 1 Welcome to Holy Family Regional Catholic School

2. 2 Holy Family Regional Catholic School With a view toward the 2010-2011 School year, our four Parish Communities decided to work closely to provide an affordable and quality Catholic School Education for those families who are committed to the Catholic Church and are willing to commit themselves, and their financial resources, for the education of their children.

3. 3 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Ultimate Goal To provide for the children of all four parishes, a Catholic School Education, which is: Excellent Accessible Affordable Sustainable

4. 4 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Catholic identity is paramount Ideal Class size for grades 1 to 8 is limited to 25 Kindergarten Program will offer a full day program Pre-Kindergarten Program will be provided; Curriculum will include Computer Technology, Art, Music, Physical Education, Library, Foreign Language and Honors Math

5. 5 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Wellness Program CARES before and after school Enrichment Activities and Clubs after school Special Activities such as educational assemblies Christian Service Program Hot Lunch Program

6. 6 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Administrative and Office Personnel Principal, Mr. John Mundy Assistant Principal Secretary Receptionist Business Manager/Fund Development Director

7. 7 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Faculty Teaching staff to be a blend of high quality veteran and newer, experienced teachers, chosen by Mr. Mundy in consultation with the Office of Catholic Education and with the approval of the four pastors.

8. 8 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Faculty 2 classes for each grade level Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 8 20 to 22 Classroom Teachers 6 Special Subject Teachers

9. 9 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Staff Aides to supervise lunch and recess; Hot Lunch Personnel; Maintenance Personnel; Custodial Personnel; CARES Personnel; Volunteer Coordinator.

10. 10 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Facilities 20 to 22 Classrooms for instruction

11. 11 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Facilities 9 Classrooms for the following: Computer Lab Science Lab Music Art Library Honors Math Conference Room Foreign Language Room/Lab Catapult and Guidance

12. 12 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Facilities Faculty Room Nurses’ Office Physical Education Room Theatre Stage Cafeteria and Kitchen CARES Administrative Offices

13. 13 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Facilities Entrance Security cameras and voice system; State of the Art Technology; Smart Board in each classroom; Outdoor recess on both black top and grass; Playground with appropriate equipment.

14. 14 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Enrollment Based on the current enrollments in the four participating Parish Schools, it is projected that Holy Family Regional Catholic School will have an enrollment of 506 students.

15. 15 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Budgetary Assumptions 506 Students 22 Classroom Teachers 6 Special Subject Teachers 22 Teaching Classrooms 9 Classrooms for Other Needs Ideally, 25 Students per Classroom Operating Expenses: $2,000,000 Per Student Cost: $ 4,000

16. 16 Operating Expenses Year Ending June 30, 2011 Salaries, P/R Taxes & Benefits $1,762,000 88% Other Expenses 198,000 10% Capital Reserve 40,000 2% Total Operating Expenses $2,000,000 100% Holy Family Regional Catholic School Budget

17. 17 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Funding Tuition: Reasonable, Realistic, Family Rates Fund Raising Income: Significant commitment required of all parents Parishes’ Combined Subsidy: $500,000

18. 18 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Funding Sources of Support Year Ending June 30, 2011 Tuition 65% School Fees and Fundraisers 10% Parishes’ Subsidy 25% Total 100%

19. 19 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Budget Year Ending June 30, 2011 Total Operating Expenses $2,000,000 Tuition Income 65% $1,300,000 Other Income 10% 200,000 Parishes’ Subsidy 25% 500,000 Total 100% $2,000,000

20. 20 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Tuition Rates 2010-2011 For parishioners of the four parishes, there are two Tuition Rate Schedules, one for participating families and one for non-participating families. Although each pastor will determine the specific criteria for being designated as a participating family, it is expected that participating families are at least attending Mass on a weekly basis and they are financially supporting their parish.

21. 21 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Tuition Rates As a sign of goodwill, and in the hope that all of our Catholic families will be participating in the life of their respective parish, the pastors have agreed to consider all their families as participating families for the 2010-2011 school year. In effect, the pastors are granting a grace period of one year for the currently non-participating families to receive the benefit of the Participating Families’ Tuition Rate Schedule.

22. 22 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Cost of Education vs. Tuition Grades K to 8 Participating Families Cost of Scholarship Parents Family Education Provided Pay 1 Child $ 4,000 $ 1,200 $ 2,800 2 Children $ 8,000 $ 3,100 $ 4,900 3 Children $12,000 $ 5,000 $ 7,000 or More

23. 23 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Tuition – Weekly Cost Grades K to 8 Participating Families Annual Cost Parents Parents Family of Education Pay Weekly Pay Daily 1 Child $ 4,000 $ 53.85 $ 7.67 2 Children $ 8,000 $ 94.23 $ 13.42 3 Children $12,000 $ 134.62 $ 19.18 or More

24. 24 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Cost of Education vs. Tuition Grades K to 8 Non-Participating Families Cost of Scholarship Parents Family Education Provided Pay 1 Child $ 4,000 $ 100 $ 3,900 2 Children $ 8,000 $ 1,100 $ 6,900 3 Children $12,000 $ 2,500 $ 9,500 or More

25. 25 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Tuition Non-Catholic Students Grade K to 8 Per Student$3,900

26. 26 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Pre-Kindergarten Program 2010-2011 Tuition Rates 4 Year Olds Full Day One Child with sibling in K to 8 $3,700 One Child with no sibling in K to 8 $4,400 Half Day One Child with sibling in K to 8 $2,400 One Child with no sibling in K to 8 $2,900

27. 27 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Pre-Kindergarten Program 2010-2011 Tuition Rates 3 Year Olds Tuition information for the 3 Year Old Program will be available in a few weeks.

28. 28 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Registration Fees 2010-2011 Family Rates Pre-Kindergarten to 8: Paid by March 31, 2010 $100 Paid by April 30, 2010 $125 Paid after April 30, 2010 $150

29. 29 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Tuition Assistance BLOCS/Bridge There are sources of financial assistance, such as, BLOCS and Bridge Educational Foundation.

30. 30 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Tuition Assistance Parish Each Parish may possibly be able to provide some type of scholarship assistance based on financial need and a family’s active participation within the worshiping community. Parents are asked to contact their respective pastor regarding this possible assistance.

31. 31 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Payment of Tuition Tuition is be paid over a 10 month period beginning on July 1 st. Tuition will be due on the first day of each month from July to April.

32. 32 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Payment of Tuition Tuition can be reduced by participating in the following Programs: SCRIP Program St. Joseph the Worker Parish Immaculate Conception Parish Pot of Gold Program St. Frances Cabrini Parish For more information, contact the individual parish.

33. 33 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Fund Raising Each Family is required to participate in fund raising activities so as to generate a net amount of $300 to supplement their family’s tuition. Some fund raising activities will net approximately 50% and other activities will net 100%.

34. 34 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Fund Raising A list of potential fund raising activities include the following: Walk-a-thon100% Magazine Drive 50% Candy Drive 50% Pizza 50% Cookie 50%

35. 35 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Fund Raising Commissions earned from the St. Frances Cabrini Pot of Gold Program and the commissions earned from the Scrip Programs of Immaculate Conception and St. Joseph the Worker can be applied toward the fund raising requirement or tuition.

36. 36 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Conclusion By establishing the Holy Family Regional Catholic School, we believe that our children will: experience a safe and wonderful environment for learning, excel in their educational endeavors, and grow in their knowledge and love of God, and their commitment to their family, their community and their faith.

37. 37 Holy Family Regional Catholic School Conclusion And so, we invite you to join us as we move forward with faith, determination and commitment to excellence!