Welcome
The Rapid City Catholic School System (RCCSS) has a long tradition of educating our children in a loving, Christian environment, and enjoys a reputation as one of the leading school systems within the state of South Dakota. We welcome the opportunity to share our Mission, Vision, Values, and Beliefs. Our staff members have high expectations and hold high standards for students. This powerful combination of caring and high expectations leads to high student performance. Take the time to tour our schools and see why so many families make this important investment in the education and faith lives of their children.
About Our School
Here are a few things we are proud of:
- Students completed over 5,000 hours of community service last year
- Students package over 100,000 meals and raise over $15,000 for Packing Hope each year
- High School students and staff serve on an annual mission trip
- 98% of graduates attend a four-year institution of higher education
- 82% of students participate in extracurricular activities
- ACT Average score over the last 10 years = 25
CURRENT YEAR REGISTRATION
To inquire about the upcoming & current school year, please contact Marcia Werner, Admissions Director. Contact information: mwerner@rccss.org or (605) 343-8484 x203
REGISTRATION FOR THE 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR:
Returning Families – January 28, 2022-February 11, 2022
New Families – Begins February 23, 2022
Space is limited for some grades and we encourage families to register within the registration period. Late registrations for current families will be subject to a late registration fee.
For more information on registration, contact Marcia Werner, Director of Admissions, mwerner@rccss.org or (605) 343-8484 x203
Tuition
The school offers four plans for payment of tuition:
Plan A – Full payment: Receive a 2% discount if paid before July 15th
Plan B – 12 Month ACH Contract Plan (June through May)
Plan C – 10 Month ACH Contract Plan (August through May)
Plan D – Two payment plan. July 15th and December 15th.
ACH plans will be assessed a one-time $20 fee per student. Withdrawal dates for ACH plans are the 10th or 25th of the month. Note: New families choosing Plan C are limited to the 10th of the month.
A late fee of 1.5% per month (18% a year) will be assessed on all accounts 30 days past due. It is the school policy that semester and end-of-year grades and transcripts will NOT be released until arrangements have been made to fulfill all financial obligations. If a payment is past due over 90 days, the student will not be allowed to attend school. In the event of a student transfer, records will not be released until the family’s account is paid in full.
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Class Fees
Class fees are charged for activities that occur outside of the classroom. Yearly class fees vary by grade and range between $25 and $285 per year.
Tuition Assistance
We’re here to help! RCCSS offers financial assistance for families that qualify. Students entering grades K-12 are eligible to apply for aid. RCCSS has chosen Tuition Aid Data Services (St. Paul, MN) commonly referred to as TADS, to conduct financial need assessments of our families seeking tuition assistance. The application process is fair and confidential and is required for all families requesting assistance. We want to provide needs-based assistance and grants to as many of our families as we are able. Please do not hesitate to apply, even if you have never applied in the past. The application is very thorough, but not difficult to complete.
Download application and directions for submission online. Paper copies may be obtained from the Business Office. For any questions, please call 348-1477 x116.
Please be aware that the school also participates in the Free and Reduced School Lunch Program.