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- When giving tours and talking to prospective families we are asked a lot of good questions. Chances are you have many of these same questions. Here are some answers to our frequently asked questions. If you still have questions fill out the form below with your questions!
- What are the school hours and grades offered?
  Our school office is open 7:45 am - 3:30 pm and students are in the school from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
  We offer grades Pre-K 3 through 8th grade
- How much is tuition? Are there any additional fees?
  Tuition (Early Childhood Program) - $4,200 ($3,900 for a parishoner)
  
  Tuition (K-8) - $4,650
  
  Registration Fee (Before April 30th) - $150
  
  Registration Fee (After April 30th) - $175
  
  Technology Fee - $25 (due upon registration)
  
  K & 8th Grade Graduation fee - $20
- Do you offer financial aid?
  K-8
  We accept the Cleveland Scholarship. Anyone living in Cleveland qualifies for this scholarship. It will cover the cost of your child's tuition. 96% of our students receive this scholarship.
  
  Preschool
  You can receive tuition assistance through Cuyahoga County's child care assistance program. Eligibility and the amount you can receive is dependent on income and household size.
  
  You can learn more about tuition assistance here
- When are applications due?
  Applications can be submitted year-round. We do have a cap on the number of students we allow in each class so we suggest applying earlier to secure a spot. We also offer a discounted registration fee if you apply before April 30th.
- What is required to be considered for acceptance?
  If the student was at a previous school:
  
  Previous transcripts, most recent report card, testing scores, health examinations, and special education service plan (if applicable)
  
  If OLMC is the students first school
  Health examinations and special education service plan (if applicable)
  
  Everything will be submitted through TADS before the application can be reviewed.
- Is child care offered after the school day?
  After school care is provided for families that can't pick their children up at 3:00 pm. After school care begins at 3:10 pm and ends at 5:30 pm. The cost for after school care is $9.
- What is the teacher to student ratio?
  The teacher to student ratio is 1:18.
- How is religion incorporated?
  Each grade level is taught Catholic Doctrine which is specifically tailored to their grade levels.
  
  Our students attend weekly mass.
  
  Part of our faculty/staff is made up of Mercedarian Sisters.
  
  We have Eucharistic Youth Ministry for students in grades 1-8. You can learn more about Eucharistic Youth Ministry here
- Do you accept non-Catholics?
  Yes, we accept and have many non-Catholics at Our Lady of Mount Carmel. We are deeply devoted to the Catholic faith but our excellent academics and teachers make our school very appealing to non-Catholics as well.
- What special classes/programs do you have?
  Some special classes and programs we provide are Spanish, Catholic Doctrine, art, STREAM, and CARE. More can be learned about these programs here.
- What type of technology do you have?
  Each classroom is equipped with a ViewSonic ViewBoard and every student is assigned a Chromebook. We have a STREAM program which works with the latest technology.
- Do you offer hot school lunches? How much does it cost?
  Our students are provided with hot lunches daily. Our lunch menu can be view here.
  
  Full priced lunches are just $2.90.
  Many of our students qualify for a reduced lunch price, $0.40, or free lunch.
- Do your students wear uniforms?
  Our students are required to wear uniforms. Our uniform policy can be viewed here
- What are some can't miss events of the school year?
  Some big events at OLMC include the following:
  
  Christmas Concert
  Spring Concert
  Fine Art Show
  Catholic Schools Week
  Grandparents Day
  Thanksgiving Luncheon
  Summer Italian Festival Hosted In Our Parking Lot
- What is expected at Family Mass?
  Students are to wear uniforms and come with their families to mass. Some students will also take part in the mass by altar serving or reading. Family masses are usually on the 3rd Sunday of every month.
- How is OLMC accredited?
  We are accredited through the Ohio Catholic School Accrediting Association (OCSAA)
  Our preschool has a 4 star, step up to quality rating
- What is the school's curriculum?
  The curriculum we follow is set by the diocese of Cleveland and the standards follow the Ohio department of education. In addition to the five main subject areas, we offer STREAM classes, Spanish, Catholic Doctrine, art, and more!
- Are there any tips or tricks for first year families?
  First-year families should do their best to stay involved in the school. They should also have logins for our OptionC program to check grades regularly. Being aware of what is going on in our school and your child's education is key.
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FAQ

When giving tours and talking to prospective families we are asked a lot of good questions. Chances are you have many of these same questions. Here are some answers to our frequently asked questions. If you still have questions fill out the form below with your questions!