Age Requirements for Kindergarten students

The child must be age 5 by August 31 of the year of admission in accordance with WWCS Policy (5111) and Washington State Policy (WAC 180-16-166)

Age Requirements for First Grade students

The child must be age 6 by August 31 of the year of admission in accordance with WWCS Policy (5111) and Washington State Policy (WAC 180-16-166).

In unusual circumstances, the School may evaluate the readiness of students outside these guidelines, but only by approval of the Principal and classroom teacher.

During the first weeks of Kindergarten or the First grade, should the teacher determine a child not ready and be it for the benefit of the child or the class as a whole, recommendations for another placement will be made.

Requirements for transfer students

• Students transferring into Walla Walla Catholic Schools should be performing at grade level.
• Admission will be on a trial basis until grade level performance is determined by testing and teacher observation.
• Student transfers must present a report card or transfer slip from the former school.
• Test scores and health records shall be requested by the parent(s) from the former school

All New Students

• The student must have received required immunization shots.
• Parents are required to submit a copy of his/her birth certificate and baptismal certificate.
• Parents are required to complete and submit an emergency medical card, Washington State Health Certificate of Immunization, and student data form.