K3 Childcare Enrollment Procedure
At this time, the K3 childcare program is filled for the 2020-2021 calendar year.
Open enrollment for the 2021-2022 academic year will start on February 1st. Skyward and the K3 contract will be available online starting at 8:00 am. Required documents will be able to be handed in at 2669 N. Richards St. starting at 9:00 am. See details below.
Please be sure to fill out skyward and the K3 contract online prior to coming to hand in documents. Documents will not be accepted before 9:00 am on February 1st due to students being on campus and the need for social distancing. Seats are limited to 40 spots and are on a first-come, first-served basis.
Due to Covid-19, K3 enrollment procedures will look differently than in years past. Please read each step carefully.
Step 1: Beginning at 8:00 am on Monday, February 1st, complete the online forms using the links below.
You will log in to your existing skyward account. From the home menu click on new student registration. Complete each step of the skyward registration carefully. You will also fill out the K3 contract online within skyward. You must complete each step and click on the submit application to the district button. Please note, the contract must be signed in person at 2669 N Richards St. Your child's application will not be considered complete until all documents are handed in and the contract is signed in person by both the parent or legal guardian and the K3 Program Director.
New Families to St. Marcus -- click on this linkYou will create an account on skyward and fill out a K3 childcare contract. You must complete each step and click on the submit application to the district button. Please note, the contract must be signed in person at 2669 N Richards St. Your child's application will not be considered complete until all documents are handed in and the contract is signed in person by both the parent or legal guardian and the K3 Program Director.
Step 2: Prepare documentation to bring to St. Marcus North CampusWhat must I bring to St. Marcus North Campus (2669 N. Richards St.) to enroll?
- Have child’s original birth certificate with you
- Have child’s immunization records with you
- If you are not the child’s parent, you must have legal documentation showing you are the legal guardian
- A parent or legal guardian must sign a contract in person
- Pay a $25.00 non-refundable registration fee (Cash, Credit Card, or Money Order ONLY)
Step 3: Supply all documents requested to complete enrollment.
Bring acceptable documents to 2669 N. Richards Street starting at 9:00 am on Monday February 1st. Enrollment will be set up just inside of door #1. You can park in the parking lot on Center and Richards or park along Richards St.
On February 1st only, when you arrive come to door #1 and provide your phone number to staff at the door. You will be given a post it note with your place in line and can wait in your car. Once it is your turn, you will be called to come up to door #1 to complete the enrollment process. Only one adult wearing a mask (no children or babies) may enter the building. On all school days K3 childcare applications will be accepted from 8:30 am-2:30 pm in the office.
Questions/Information Changes
If you have questions regarding K3, please ask. If your contact information changes (email, phone, or address), please tell us. If we cannot contact you, you cannot be offered a seat. Contact the K3 Program Director regarding the K3 Childcare Program at 414-403-8959 or email rachel.guenther@stmarcus.org.
About St. Marcus K3 Childcare
There are four K3 childcare classrooms, with a lead and support teacher in each room. Classroom sizes are between 17-18 students to optimize children’s learning potential.
Our program is full days Monday-Friday. The rate of our program is $6/hour. Limited 1/2 day part-time option is available (upon request). For more information, click here.
We believe children…
· Are redeemed by their Savior Jesus
· Are made in the image of God and loved by Him; created for a purpose
· Learn best in a safe and caring environment
· Learn at their own developmental pace
· Learn through play and experience
St. Marcus K3 childcare program is licensed by the State of Wisconsin. The program has received a 4 Star **** Rating with Young Star.
The K3 childcare program is not part of the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program. The program is rate-based. However, the program accepts Wisconsin Shares Childcare Subsidy. Childcare Authorization will need to be assigned to St. Marcus before your child starts.
