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Enrollment applications are available in the school office.  Most commonly asked questions are answered below. For further information or to schedule a campus tour, please call Cheryl Casciani in the school office at 707-996-4994.

brochure_cvr1.png• Grades K-8
• First priority given to existing school families, followed by members of St. Francis & St. Leo's Parishes, followed by transfer students from other Catholic schools/parishes, then the general public.
• Applications received for 2009-10 school year will be retained until all openings are filled. If no openings are available, applications will be retained for remainder of current school year only. Interest in enrollment for 2010-11 will require a new application.

ENROLLMENT PROCESS

Kindergarten Requirements
• Child must be 5 years old by December 2nd.
• Gesell screening for developmental readiness is required of all candidates, regardless of age.
• Screening will occur as enrollment applications are received.

* An interview with the Kindergarten teacher, and either the Principal or Vice-Principal is required.
• Screening fee is $60.00

First Grade Screening
• Will occur February 26-March 2
• Screening fee is $60.00

Student Interviews
• Students considering admission to grades 6-8 will have an interview with the Principal and/or appropriate faculty member. Report cards and a recommendation from the former teacher would be helpful at the time of the interview.
• An interview may also be required for each 1st -5th grade student, along with his/her parents, with the appropriate faculty member.

Observing Classes
• Parents are welcome to observe a class. However, prior arrangements must be made through the school office, (707) 996-4994.


classroom1.pngCLASSROOM/STUDENT REQUIREMENTS

Class Size
• Current class sizes range from 29-35 students.
• All grades work in small groups. Kindergarten through 3rd grade benefit from teachers' aides.




Uniforms
• All students are required to wear uniforms which may be purchased at Dennis Uniform. Other uniform wear and optional sweatshirts and fleece wear is also available here at school.

Religion
• St. Francis Solano School admits students of any religion, race, color, racial and ethnic origin.
• All students are required to participate in religious instructions and attend Mass with their class when scheduled.

Before and After School Care
• Supervised care in the Children's center is available from  2:00-5:30 p.m., Mon. - Fri.
• Fees for after-school care are in addition to tuition, currently at $ 3.75 per hour.