SCHOOL MINISTRY

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Education Grants

Every effort will be made to make sure that all families who wish to have their children attend OLP, and who are committed to participating in the life of the parish, will not be prevented from doing so for financial reasons. Education grants are distributed to OLP parishioners who have registered their children for the school ministry and who qualify. In order to obtain an education grant, a parishioner family needs to complete and send in a form requesting aid.

How does this process work?

Applications are sent to Tuition Aid Data Services (TADS), a locally owned, independent contractor. They have been selected to conduct financial need assessments for families that may need assistance in paying tuition. The application process is fair and confidential.  

The ordinary process for grant distribution is as follows:

1. Aid forms are completed by the parents and submitted to TADS.
2. TADS sends its recommendations to the Director of Finances at OLP.
3. The Confidential Committee for awarding grants will meet to consider awarding grant.
4. Tuition Agreements (mailed mid-May) will reflect Education Grants.

How do you apply?

Apply online by March 15, 2008

If you do not have access to apply on-line to TADS, please contact Barb Kiecker at 612-824-3455, ext. 509.

What are the deadlines?

See Registration Checklist.

Criteria for Awarding Grants

Consideration for financial assistance is based on moneys available, past payment history, and participation in the life of the parish/school through time, talent and treasure.

Families must have registered their child(ren) for 2008-2009.

Appeal Process

If a family wishes to appeal a grant award:

1. Requests to reconsider grants are to be directed to the Parish Director for Finances.
2. The Pastor, Principal, and Director for Finances will review any additional information and make a recommendation.
3. The outcome of the review will be forwarded to the family within 2 weeks.

Gifts Awarded

• Over $55,000 in Support-A-Student education grants were distributed during the 2007-08 school year.

All Our Lady of Peace parishioner families are invited to apply for Education Grants.