MANSFIELD – Mansfield St. Peter’s Catholic School announced this week the school is freezing tuition rates for the 2021-2022 school year, the fourth consecutive year of no tuition increases, along with the launch of a new afterschool program for elementary students with working parents.
“Our goal is always to keep access to a high-quality Catholic education affordable for families in north central Ohio,” said Father Gregory Hite, local superintendent of St. Peter’s School. “Not increasing tuition rates next fall will provide relief to many of our families impacted by COVID-19.”
In addition to a tuition freeze, recent changes to the Ohio EdChoice Scholarship program will allow more families to receive a scholarship and financial aid to attend a school of their choice.
“That state legislature last year increased the income eligibility limit to 250% of the Federal Poverty Level for income-based scholarships,” said Jason Crundwell, St. Peter’s School Director of Marketing. “This means that a family of four making less than $66,000/year will qualify for a $4,600 scholarship for students in grades K-8 and a $6,000 scholarship for students in grades 9-12.
Crundwell also said that families making more than 250% of the Federal Poverty Level could apply for traditional financial aid and scholarships through the school.
“We will work with families to find a financial plan that is equitable if they desire a high-quality education for their family,” Crundwell said.
The Little Spartans AfterCare program will provide afterschool childcare for students in grades K-6 attending St. Peter’s School. The program will provide a successful and safe environment for children where they will be able to play, complete homework, and take part in other stimulating activities.
“An after school program was one of the most requested items from parents in our school’s strategic plan for the future,” Father Hite said. “I’m happy that our administration has created a model that will provide an on-campus option for working parents.”
Little Spartans AfterCare program will run from 3 to 5:30 p.m. each day after school. Space will be limited.
Due to COVID-19, St. Peter’s will not have a traditional Open House this year but is offering prospective families the chance to tour the school on an individual basis.
For more information, prospective parents can the school’s website at www.mansfieldstpeters.org/school or contact Jason Crundwell, 419-524-2572 x2125 to schedule a visit.
