Now Accepting Applications for the 2010-2011 School Year
South Carolina Calvert Academy is now accepting applications for the 2010-2011 school year for Grades Kindergarten through 8. We are also still accepting applications for the 2009-2010 school year. To apply, you can either fill out our online application form, or print out one of the application forms below:
Download 2010-2011 School Year Application (PDF)
Download 2009-2010 School Year Application (PDF)
Please complete all required information, and mail your application to:
South Carolina Calvert Academy
4840 Forest Drive, Ste 6B
PMB 323
Columbia, SC 29206-4810
Acceptance letters and enrollment packages will be mailed in mid-April.
If the number of applicants exceeds the capacity of the school or a grade level on the application deadline date, a lottery will be held to determine enrollment. Capacity is limited to 270 students. The lottery will be supervised by the Founding Board of South Carolina Calvert Academy and will be held no later than two weeks following the open application deadline. The final lottery policy will be approved by the Founding Board. The policy will comply with the South Carolina Charter Schools Law and follow specific guidelines set by the US Department of Education. The policy is subject to further review by the South Carolina Department of Education and Charter School District.
Enrollment Capacity
We are now accepting applications on a first come, first served basis. We have limited space available. If your child is accepted you will receive an enrollment package with an enrollment deadline by which all forms must be returned. If there is no space available in the grade for which you are applying your name will be added to the waiting list for that grade in the order received.
South Carolina Calvert Academy's enrollment capacity for the 2009-2010 school year is limited to 276 students. The chart below shows the maximum number of students that will be enrolled in each grade. If applications exceed these numbers in any grade a lottery will be held to determine acceptance. (see lottery procedures).
Grade |
Student Capacity |
Kindergarten |
40 |
First Grade |
40 |
Second Grade |
40 |
Third Grade |
40 |
Fourth Grade |
25 |
Fifth Grade |
25 |
Sixth Grade |
22 |
Seventh Grade |
22 |
Eighth Grade |
22 |
TOTALS |
276 |
Enrollment Requirements
Eligibility Requirements and Verification
Eligibility requirements are dictated by South Carolina State law and by the South Carolina Public Charter School District. All students must meet these requirements and submit acceptable forms of proof.
Residency Requirement
All students must be residents of the State of South Carolina and provide proof of residency.
Accepted Proof of Residency:
A mortgage statement or lease agreement.
A gas & electric or water bill from the previous 60 days with name and address.
Age Requirements
Under South Carolina law students must meet the following age requirements to be considered for acceptance. An exception may be made for students who have completed kindergarten or first grade in another state with a different age requirement. Parents who do not enroll their children in public or private kindergarten are required by law to sign a waiver to that effect.
Kindergarten: All students must be five years old on or before September 1, 2009.
First Grade: All students must be six years old on or before September 1, 2009.
Accepted Proof of Age
Birth certificate
Passport
Immunizations
All students are required to submit evidence of immunizations. South Carolina Certificate of Immunization (DHEC Form 1148) or a Religious Exemption (DHEC Form 1126) to enroll. DHEC form 1148 must be completed by a licensed health care provider. Immunization forms will be provided upon acceptance to South Carolina Calvert Academy and must be received by June 15, 2009.
Additional Documentation
Legal Guardians
All legal guardians must submit a copy of the court order assigning guardianship.
IEP or 504 Plan
If your student has an IEP or 504 Plan, you must submit a copy of the plan and Eligibility Report.
If you have any questions please call South Carolina Calvert Academy at 888-487-4652.
If you can satisfactorily meet all of the above requirements, you may begin the enrollment process.