What documents are required for the Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew application?

The Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew has specific application requirements that vary by grade level. Below is a breakdown of the required documents and steps for each division:

1. Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten Applicants:

• Online Application: Complete and submit the application through the Ravenna portal.
• Application Fee: A non-refundable fee of $100 is required upon submission.
• Teacher Recommendation: Submit a recommendation from your child’s current teacher via the Ravenna portal.
• Parent Statement: Provide insights into your child’s character, strengths, and educational goals.
• Student Transcripts: Submit your child’s academic records, if applicable.
• Assessment:
  • Pre-Kindergarten: Selected applicants will be invited to a playdate assessment.
  • Kindergarten: All applicants must attend a mandatory assessment on February 1.

2. Grades 1-4 Applicants:

• Online Application: Complete and submit the application through the Ravenna portal.
• Application Fee: A non-refundable fee of $100 is required upon submission.
• Teacher Recommendation: Submit a recommendation from your child’s current teacher via the Ravenna portal.
• Parent Statement: Provide insights into your child’s character, strengths, and educational goals.
• Student Transcripts: Submit your child’s academic records.
• Shadow Day: Qualified applicants will be invited to spend a day attending classes to experience the school environment.

3. Grades 5-8 (Middle School) Applicants:

• Online Application: Complete and submit the application through the Ravenna portal.
• Application Fee: A non-refundable fee of $100 is required upon submission.
• Teacher Recommendations: Submit recommendations from your child’s current English and math teachers via the Ravenna portal.
• Parent Statement: Provide insights into your child’s character, strengths, and educational goals.
• Student Transcripts: Submit your child’s academic records.
• Shadow Day: Applicants are required to attend a shadow day on January 10.

Interview: Participate in an interview with the admissions team.