Catholic School Parent Memorandum of Understanding

As a parent of a student in a Catholic school, I understand, affirm, and support the following:

(1) The primary purpose of a Catholic school education is to form students in the values of Jesus Christ and the teachings of the Catholic Church. Catholic School Parents Memorandum of Understanding

(2) Catholic schools are distinctive religious education institutions operated as programs of the Catholic Church; they are not private schools but are administered and supported by the sponsoring parish(es) and the diocese.

(3) Attending a Catholic school is a privilege, not a right.

(4) While academic excellence and involvement in extracurricular activity (i.e., sports, clubs, etc.) are important, fidelity to the Catholic identity of the school is the fundamental priority.

(5) The school and its Administration have the responsibility to ensure that Catholic values and moral integrity permeate every facet of the school’s life and activity.

(6) In all questions involving faith, morals, faith teaching, and Church law, the final determination rests with the diocesan bishop. As a parent desiring to enroll my child in a Catholic school, I accept this Memorandum of Understanding. I pledge support for the Catholic identity and mission of this school and by enrolling my child, I commit myself to uphold all the principles and policies that govern a Catholic school. I have read the entire contents of the 2025-2026 Student/Parent Handbook and accept the policies, regulations, directives, and procedures contained in the Handbook and agree to abide by them. 11 Central Catholic High School reserves the right to respond to any unforeseen inappropriate behavior.Financial and Tuition Policies