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Thanks for your interest in my alma mater, John Carroll Catholic High School! I'm a proud 1994 graduate and can't wait to assist you in your school choice journey. We are a community of achievers and believers; we are John Carroll!Tina Wos ('94)

Mrs. Tina Wos

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Admissions Director

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Class Of

1994

Welcome to JCCHS! We are currently accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year for all grades (9th -12th grades), however there is a waitlist for 9th and 11th grades.

Please contact our Admissions Director, Mrs. Tina Wos '94, with any questions. She can be reached at twos@jcchs.org or 205-940-2400.

The JCCHS Class of 2030 (current freshman class) is one of the largest of the four classes for the 2026-2027 school year!

We expect another record breaking year for admissions and encourage interested applicants to submit an application for the 2027-2028 school year soon after it opens (late September).

Additionally, students interested in transfering (rising 10th-12th grade) for the 2027-2028 school year are also encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience.

Our Application for the 2027-2028 school year will open in late September!

THE APPLICATION PROCESS

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STEP TWO - COLLECTION OF REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BY JCCHS

Rising 9th grade students from Diocesan Partner Schools (HFCA, OLS, OLV, POP, SFX, SRA) along with The Highlands School & Advent Episcopal School

JCCHS collects the following items from the student's current school:

1. Records/Transcripts from current school

2. Principal/Teacher Recommendations from current school

3. MAP Test Scores (or other equivalent standardized test)

Rising 9th grade students currently enrolled at a public school and 10th-12th grade transfer students

The following are requested via the online application:

1. Records/Transcripts from current school

2. Recommendations from current school

3. Completion of the High School Placement Test (HSPT) - Several test date options are listed in the Online Application

Once all required academic records and recommendations are received, the JCCHS Admissions Team will review the application for admission. Applicants will be notified of acceptance on a rolling basis (based on the dates that applications are received and based on timely receipt of all necessary records/recommendations/test results).

Applicants will be notified by email and via the USPS.

If, for any reason, an acceptance can not be granted, the JCCHS Admissions Office will provide the applicant/family with detailed information as to the reason(s). Additional information may be requested and/or further discussion may be needed.

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STEP FOUR - COURSE PLACEMENT

Rising 9th grade students from Diocesan Partner Schools along with The Highlands School & Advent Episcopal School:

The JCCHS Guidance Department will use the following when determining placement into Courses for the 2027-2028 school year:

1. Student transcripts

2. Standardized Test results

4. Principal/Teacher Recommendations

Families and students are encouraged to attend the Accepted Student Night (TBA - late January 2027). Students will receive their recommended course placement that night. The John Carroll Counseling Office will host meetings with families and students to discuss course placement (optional if needed).

For more information about the Courses of Study at JCCHS please read below:

JCCHS offers a rigorous college preparatory curriculum that equips students with the skills necessary for success in college and careers. Our courses meet and exceed the State of Alabma's High School Course of Study Standards, are NCAA approved, and are aligned with the Catholic Curriculum Standards. There are several pathways for courses:

College Prep Course of Study - designed to prepare students for college level work and to develop a lifelong love of learning. Coursework emphasizes effective communication through reading, writing, and argumentation. Students are expected to develop into independent, informed, critical thinkers over the course of their four years at John Carroll.

Honors Course of Study - designed to challenge students to pursue their studies at a greater depth. Courses at this level rely on independent study, research, analysis, argumentation and critical thinking involved with the highest level of academic work. Honors courses are open to students based on academic ability, interest in subject material, and motivation of the students to excel in challenging courses.

Math Placement - an algebra proficiency test will be offered in May to all incoming 9th grade students. The math department uses this test to determine a student’s readiness to move forward a level in their math placement.

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STEP FIVE: ENROLLMENT & TUITION ASSISTANCE FOR THE 2027-2028 SCHOOL YEAR

Students will be eligible to complete Enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year once they receive their official Acceptance from JCCHS. Families of Accepted Students will also receive information regarding applying for Tuition Assistance (if needed). For more information about Tuition Assistance click here.

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