Admission Policy
The decision whether to accept an applicant is made by the school and is final. The reasons for our decision are confidential, in order to maintain uninhibited input from references, interviewers, and observers used in the application process.
It is essential that applicants' parents understand the school's mission statement and objectives, as well as the fact that Touchstone Community School is a partnership among teachers, students, and parents. Ongoing parental involvement in Touchstone Community School is a crucial and necessary prerequisite for carrying out the mission and objectives of the school. The apparent willingness of parents to contribute to Touchstone Community School's ongoing efforts in a meaningful manner is an intended component of the evaluation process. We are looking for families with whom we can communicate in an atmosphere of trust and shared responsibility.
Note: If after acceptance it becomes clear that Touchstone Community School is not a suitable environment for a student, or if the student or his or her parents are not supportive of the program, it is the school's obligation to advise the parents to remove their child from the school. The school reserves the right to do this at any time.
Overall, the admissions process is designed to ensure the applicant is placed in an environment in which he or she can succeed, both academically and socially. The admissions process is meant to be a positive experience for the applicant and his or her parents. Regardless of the outcome, we hope the experience will have been informative and enjoyable.
Siblings
Siblings of students attending Touchstone Community School must meet the same admissions criteria as non-siblings.
Notification of Admissions Decisions
Parents are notified of admissions decisions after all steps of the admissions process are complete. We maintain waiting lists for classes that are full, and notify the parents if an opening occurs for their child.
