Admissions

Admissions Policy

To determine eligibility for acceptance, each applicant’s information is reviewed and evaluated by an Admissions Committee. At least two (2) recommendations from previous school personnel are required for new enrollees in grades 5 through 12. Before an admission decision can be rendered, new enrollees in grades 5 through 12 and those whose records indicate academic and/or behavioral problems must have an interview with designated school personnel which may include the School Counselor, Instructional Lead Teacher, Principal or the Director.

If admitted, each student will be placed on probation through the first semester of the school term and evaluated for continued matriculation at that time. The school maintains high academic and behavior expectations for all students and reserves the right to deny continued admission to any such person not meeting the schools’ standards. Upon acceptance, all students in grades 1-12 are tested to determine special needs and placement.

Admissions Criteria

The Mohammed School System provides for its students an academic and social environment conducive to moral, spiritual, and intellectual growth. The pursuit of knowledge and its application are considered the God-given right and obligation of every student. The Mohammed Schools of Atlanta welcome student applicants who demonstrate commitment to the pursuit of moral and academic excellence.

Non-Discrimination Policy

The Mohammed Schools admit students of any race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the schools. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, athletic and other school-administered programs, nor in the hiring of faculty or administrative staff.

PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS MUST:

• Demonstrate strong interest in academic learning
• Have a record of good social and moral conduct
• Along with parents, sign a statement of support for the school, its staff and policies
• Complete a two-part interview:
  1. Part 1 – student and Admissions Committee
  2. Part 2 – parent or guardian and Admissions Committee
• Along with parent or guardian, complete a required School Orientation Program
• Accept School Service assignments as a part of the Student Work Program designated to assist the student and school operations. Under the supervision of school staff, students in grades 5 through 12 will gain valuable work experience and valuable community service hours which become a part of the student’s permanent record.

Submit a completed application along with required documents and fees.

NOTE: An application for admission is not complete unless all requirements are satisfied.

Age Requirements

A child must be five years old to enter kindergarten or six years old to enter first grade at Clara Mohammed Elementary. The school operates a preschool program for children who will be four years of age by December 31 of the current school year. Students who are three years and six months may be accepted depending on space availability. However, after six (6) weeks they will be evaluated to determine continued placement.

Payment of Tuition/Fees

Tuition fees are owed for the entire school term, even if your child is absent for an extended period. Refer to tuition and fees page for complete details.