San Martin De Porres Catholic School

905 North Texas Blvd. Weslaco, Texas 78596

(956) 973-8642 Fax: (956) 973-0522
Reyna Ortega, M. Ed., Principal
"Be alert, stand firm in the faith, be brave, be strong. Do all your work in love." 1 Corinthians 16:13-14


Accredited


Dear Parents/Guardians:

Registration for the 2014-2015 academic year for current families will begin January 20, 2014 and continue
through February 21, 2014.

The enclosed information will reflect a non-increase in school tuition. Tuition charged obviously does not cover
the entire yearly cost of an education at SMDP. Therefore, our school must rely on fundraisers, grants, parish
allocations, and gifts to cover the remaining cost. I realize that you make a financial sacrifice to send your
child/children to our Catholic school, but I know that you will agree with me that the financial investment is
well worth it. The strong academics provided along with building Catholic identity will become a
strong foundation for the children as they grow into adulthood.

San Martin de Porres Catholic School prides itself in providing a well-rounded Catholic education for all
children. Teachers continue to provide the best learning opportunity for their students. This school will not
accept teacher requests of any kind.

Enclosed you will find the registration information and forms for the 2014-2015 academic year. Please
review all of the information carefully and complete all of the necessary forms. Acceptance of children with
siblings already enrolled in our school is contingent upon space availability, test scores, grades and conferences
between the parents/guardians and the principal. Priority admission will be given to our returning families
through February 21, 2014. After this date, open enrollment for new families to our school will commence on
February 3, 2014. Admission decisions will be made as applications for enrollment are approved. Im looking
forward to another great year.

Please return or drop off the following:
Completed registration form with registration fee of $200.00 per student
Admission documents as described in attached registration information form.


Respectfully in Christ,


Reyna Ortega M.Ed., Principal




San Martin De Porres Catholic School
905 North Texas Blvd. Weslaco, Texas 78596
(956) 973-8642 Fax: (956) 973-0522
Reyna Ortega, M. Ed., Principal
"Be alert, stand firm in the faith, be brave, be strong. Do all your work in love." 1 Corinthians 16:13-14


Accredited


Registration Information
After enrollment is completed and the student is accepted, the registration fee and tuition payments are non-
refundable.
A child is eligible for admission to Pre-Kinder 3, 4 and Kinder 5, and first grade if he/she has reached the age of 3, 4,
5 and 6 years respectively, on or before September 1. There are no exceptions to this rule. The application form can
be mailed or hand delivered to the school. Notification is done by mail and/or telephone.
Required General Admission Documents
Copy of the Birth Certificate
Copy of the Baptismal Certificate
Copy of First Communion Certificate
Social Security Number
Immunization Record. New enrollee require TB test

Admission Documents to Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten
In addition to the general admission documents above, the following are also required.
Completion of the application form and registration fee.
Submission of all required documents.
The child is potty-trained (Pre Kinder 3-4 years old)
The child is emotionally and socially ready for a school environment.
The child has some understanding of the English language.
Admission is subject to space availability and the interview process.
Admission Documents for Grades 1 - 6
Students entering 1st through 6th grade must present the following documents in addition to the above general
admission documents.
Standardized test scores of "50" percentile or better on Reading Total, Math Total, Language Total, and
Battery Composite OR comparable test scores.
Completion of the Application Form and $200.00 deposit.
Submission of all required documents (academic record from previous school).
Passing grades of C or better in all academic subjects..
Admission is subject to space availability and the interview process.



San Martin De Porres Catholic School
905 North Texas Blvd. Weslaco, Texas 78596
(956) 973-8642 Fax: (956) 973-0522
Reyna Ortega, M. Ed., Principal
"Be alert, stand firm in the faith, be brave, be strong. Do all your work in love." 1 Corinthians 16:13-14


Accredited


Non-United States Residents
The admission criteria listed above applies to all non-US resident students who enroll from Mexico or another foreign
country. Students who are non-US residents must apply for a Student Visa immediately after being accepted for
enrollment.

Admission of Non-Catholic Students
The non-Catholic applicant should:
Understand, accept and support actively the philosophy and goals of the school.
Relate responsibly to the members of the school community, whether adults or students.
Cultivate personal talents and abilities to the extent that he/she is able.
Attend religious education classes.
Attend church services and/or liturgy at the school and understand the reasons for the invitation.
Participate in the school's service projects.
Probationary Period after Admission
Once admitted to SMDP, a probationary period of nine (9) weeks exists during which time a decision is made whether
or not to continue enrollment. The decision is based on the student meeting the following:
Academic Requirements
Attendance Requirements
Homework Requirements
Code of Conduct Requirements
Social, emotional, and physical criteria of the Pre-Kindergarten or Kindergarten program
Parents are informed by the Principal of the need to enroll the child elsewhere if these criteria are not met.