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What kind of students are admitted to St. Johns Country Day School?
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Our goal is to ensure that St. Johns is the right “fit” for the student, family, and school. St. Johns looks for students who possess the ability to think critically and are motivated to achieve academic success. A typical St. Johns student is one who will not only benefit from our academic, extra-curricular and co-curricular programs, but will, in return, contribute to the St. Johns community: academically, artistically, athletically, and socially. All of our students enroll with the expectation that they will one day enter college.
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Does St. Johns accept students with learning differences?
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Attributes that may predict success at St. Johns Country Day School:
- Analytical and creative thinking skills
- Self-motivation
- Wide range of talents and interests
- Intellectual curiosity
- Effective time management
- Good character
Students with Learning Differences:
A student with a mild learning difference will most likely be successful at St. Johns Country Day School if:
- The student demonstrates emotional stability.
- The student possess a strong work ethic.
- The student’s learning difference is managed, medically or therapeutically, in such a way that the student completes assigned work, maintains focus and works independently.
- The student compensates for his learning difference utilizing minimal accomodations.
In most cases, a student with severe learning differences or multiple learning differences may not be successful at St. Johns.
In our experience, students with one or more of the following characteristics may be at risk at St. Johns:
- Below average aptitude or achievement
- Deficiency in written expressions
- Lack of initiative or motivation
- Multiple learning differences
- Lack of commitment to school work
- Tardiness
- Poor attendance
- Lack of respect for others
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When may I tour the campus?
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You may scehdule a private tour with the admissions office or attend one of the Open Houses that are scheduled throughout the year. Please e-mail Brian Pargman to set up a campus tour.
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Should my child visit the school?
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Yes! Applicants are warmly welcomed during the admissions process. A full-day visit provides an opportunity to become familiar with St. Johns by spending a day in the classroom and meeting potential classmates.
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Does St. Johns provide transportation?
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Daily bus transportation is available for an additional fee from most locations, including Green Cove Springs, Jacksonville, Mandarin, Middleburg, and Orange Park. For information about transportation routes and costs please contact the Director of Transportation, Martha Hanson at 904-264-9572 ext. 4216
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Do you offer scholarships or financial aid?
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While the school does not offer athletic or merit scholarships, we are committed to putting a St. Johns education within a family’s financial reach, whether through need-based financial aid or monthly payment programs. St. Johns is committed to admitting qualified students regardless of a family’s ability to pay the full cost of the education. Parents who wish to apply for financial aid should apply online at http://sss.nais.org/parents.
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Where do St. Johns’ families live?
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Our families come from more than 36 zip codes in Northeast Florida, including Fleming Island, OakLeaf Plantation, Green Cove Springs, Ortega, Avondale, Riverside, Mandarin, San Marco, Southside, Middleburg, and Palatka.
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How does the school communicate with parents?
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At St. Johns, we believe that relationships are the foundation of a strong learning environment – relationships between students in each class and across grade levels, relationships between students and teachers, and relationships between the school and parents. In our partnership with parents in their child's education, the school encourages open communication between parents and members of the faculty and administration. In addition, parents and students have 24-hour access to course assignments and student grades through our web-based communication program.
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Are parents involved in the school?
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St. Johns parents are encouraged to participate in the life of the school. The Parent-Teacher League promotes projects that directly benefit St. Johns, coordinates the many volunteers who are essential to our success, and sponsors Family Fun Fest, Spartan 5K Run, Faculty Appreciation Week, Book Fair, and the biennial Auction which earmarks funds for major gifts to the school.
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Are there before- and after-school programs?
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An extended day program for students in Pre-Kindergarten through grade 6 is offered each day for regular daily care or on a drop-in basis. Special activities are planned for teacher planning days, conference days, and early dismissal days.