Arrival and Dismissal Information

All In-Person Class Arrive and Dismissal Procedures 

• Arrival & Dismissal Location
  All drop-offs and pick-ups are at 40 Maple Street. Use the sidewalk entrance by the mailbox only. Park and walk your child to the door every time—for safety and to ensure staff greet each student. Do not drop off at the curb.

• Class Schedule
  Please check the website for your child’s class date and time. 

• PreK–4th Grade Pick-Up
  Only adults listed on your registration may pick up. If you have someone new picking up on a given date you must email me prior.

  1. Enter the building at 40 Maple Street and go to the 2nd floor.

  2. You will be asked to sign next to your child’s name on the class list.

  3. You will wait in the hallway of the 2nd floor; when class is over your child will be called to meet you downstairs and you can exit out the door.

  4. Please no early pick-ups, class time is already short.

• Families Attending 10 AM Mass
  Walk your child directly to 40 Maple Street after Mass. Helpers at the church will guide you if needed.

• Parking
  During dismissal, 11:30 AM Mass will be in progress. Park legally on Maple Street or in church lot, if the church lot is full please park at the library. Do not park on South Ave.

• 5th & 6th Grade
  If you gave permission for independent dismissal, your child may leave on their own. Otherwise, follow the PreK–4th procedure.
  6th grade: We do not escort students to the 5 PM Mass, please ensure they know your plan.

• It’s your responsibility to share this information with anyone that will be picking up especially if they do not receive these newsletters.

Dear Religious Education Families,

This is the first of a few emails you will be getting from me in the coming days.  Below is a follow up on last week’s announcement about the 2025–2026 Religious Education year.

While our new building is progressing well, it won’t be ready as hoped. Additional funding is still needed, so this will be a transitional year. Religious Education classes will be held on our parish campus instead of returning to South School.

We view this as a positive step: returning to the parish for faith formation while moving toward our long-term goals. Thank you for your continued support, patience, and generosity.

Important Notes for This Year:

• Weekly Mass attendance remains a required part of the program and a vital part of your child’s Catholic formation.

• Each grade will now meet once a month for the year. We ask that you prioritize these dates over other activities. We will provide additional resources so that learning can continue at home on the off weeks.

• A New Program – “Sacred Art” will meet once a month, with eight total sessions on Wednesday’s. Details are below.

• Final class dates will be shared soon. In some cases, classes will resume on the Sunday that a break ends.

Sunday Program Schedule: (AS OF 8.1.25 ALL SUNDAY OPTIONS ARE FULL)

10:00 AM Mass → Followed by class from 10:45–11:30 AM at Stapleton Hall

1st Grade – 1st Sunday of the month

2nd Grade – 2nd Sunday of the month

3rd Grade – 3rd Sunday of the month

4th & 5th Grade – 4th Sunday of the month

Pre-K & Kindergarten: 9:00–9:45 AM, once a month (before Mass)

6th Grade: Meets twice a month, 4:00–5:00 PM, followed by 5:00 PM Mass unless you attended a different Mass

Monday Program Schedule:

There is no Pre-K option for Monday.

K to 4th Grade: 4:00–5:00 PM

5th & 6th Grade: 4:15–5:15 PM

Kindergarten – once a month

1st Grade – 1st Monday of the month

2nd Grade – 2nd Monday of the month

3rd Grade – 3rd Monday of the month

4th & 5th Grade – 4th Monday of the month

6th Grade – Meets twice a month

Sacred Art New Program details:

We’re excited to offer a new Sacred Art Religious Education Program for children entering grades 3 through 6 who have made their First Holy Communion. This class will meet once a month on Wednesday from 4:15pm to 5:15pm.  It will explore the beauty of our Catholic faith through sacred art. Students will learn about Scripture, saints, sacraments, and Church traditions by reflecting on and studying the Church’s rich artistic heritage.

The class will be taught by a professional in the field of Art Museum Education, bringing expert insight into the meaning and significance of sacred works of art throughout the centuries.

Space is limited—registration is capped at 30 students.  

If your interested in moving your child to this class it’s on a first come basis so please email Danielle Sibilia at Directorreligioused@starcc.com.

Note if your child was signed up for Wednesday classes they are not automatically enrolled in this class.

Sacramental Prep:

Students preparing for First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion will also attend two special 90 minute retreats (parent and child). 

Unchanged Programs:

Choir & Religion (Tuesday’s weekly from 4:15pm to 5:15pm)

Mass Through Music (Thursday’s weekly from 4:00pm to 4:45pm) (AS OF 8.4.25 IF YOUR INTERESTED IN THIS CLASS YOU NEED TO REACH OUT TO DANIELLE @ DIRECTORRELIGIOUSED@STARCC.COM TO SEE IF THERE IS AVAILABILITY.)

Homeschool option

Refresh and Renew

These are not affected.

If your child is already registered for the fall for a Sunday or Monday, we’ve kept them on your selected day. All Wednesday registration will be moved to Monday.  If the revised schedule no longer works for your family, please contact Danielle Sibilia to discuss other options or wait for additional emails to come.

Thank you again for your partnership in faith formation. We’re looking forward to a meaningful year together!

Detailed registration Instructions click here for the link.

Ready to register your child(ren) for Religious Education click here for the link. 

Changes to prior registrations submitted via the LEAD portal must click here to submit your new request.

FAQ

📅 Registration Dates

• Opens: Monday, May 5, 2025

• Closes: Friday, May 30, 2025

• Late Registration: Contact Danielle Sibilia at directorreligioused@starcc.com if you need to register after May 30.

💻 Registration Platform (LEAD)

Do I need a Parishsoft ID?

• No. This field is optional and can be left blank.

What if I forget my username or password?

• Click here to watch this video. 

Can I register in person?

• No. Registration is online only via computer, phone, or tablet.
  If you need help, contact Danielle for assistance.

💲 Tuition & Payment

Tuition Rates:

See tuition tab on this page.

Example of tuition calculation:

• 1 in-person + 2 homeschool = $350 + $80 = $430

Payment Instructions:

1. Click here to access the Payment Portal.

2. Manually enter your tuition amount and child(ren)’s names.

3. Add to basket and complete checkout.

Tuition Assistance:

• Now available as part of the online registration—no separate form needed.

🧾 Documents & Enrollment

Is a Baptismal Certificate required?

• Only if your child was not baptized at St. Aloysius and is new to our program.

Is registration required for 8th grade if already enrolled last year?

• Yes. All students must be re-registered each year.

📆 Class Assignments & Schedule

When will I get my child’s class assignment?

• Emails will be sent out in early September. 

When do classes start and end for Pre-K to 6th?

• Start: September 14, 2025 

• End: May 3, 2026

Can I change class times after registering?

• If a conflict arises before the start of class, email Danielle ASAP.  Please note as of 8.1.25 at noon, Sunday class options are full.

• Mid-year changes are not permitted.

❓ Missed a Year or Need Help Catching Up?

• If your child missed a year, especially Grade 1, email Danielle to discuss options.
  Example: If your child is entering Grade 2 without attending Grade 1, register them for Grade 1 instead.

Tuition changes for the 2025-2026 year

With the program changes for this year, we will also be adjusting our tuition structure. If you have already paid in full at registration, we will contact you after classes start to discuss refund options.

Updated Tuition Rates:

Homeschool: $40 per child

Catechist Families: $25 per child

Grades PreK–6 not enrolled in our Music classes:

1 child – $125

2 children same family– $225

3 or more children same family – $300

Grades 7–8, students enrolled in our Music classes and Refresh and Renew class:

1 child – $350

2 children same family – $475

3 or more children same family – $600

Example of tuition calculation:

• 1 in-person + 2 homeschool = $350 + $80 = $430

Payment Instructions:

1. Click here to access the Payment Portal.

2. Manually enter your tuition amount and child(ren)’s names.

3. Add to basket and complete checkout.