Welcome and thank you for your interest in St. Mark Catholic School!

St. Mark Catholic School is committed to the development of character, scholarship and faith in its students.

St. Mark Catholic School encourages prospective families to contact the school office for information and/or a personal tour. We would like you to see firsthand what we have to offer. We know that when you are touring, you will experience the excellence in academics, technology, spirituality, and community of which we are so proud.

To inquire about our school or to schedule a tour, please contact the school office or complete our the inquiry form.

No student shall be refused admission to Catholic Schools on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin.

From Our Principal

Dear Friend,

The community of St. Mark School welcomes you to its website! As a virtual visitor you will have an opportunity to catch a glimpse of our school experience. Our programs are strong, our students are enthusiastic, and our teachers are committed to nurturing the best attributes in our children.

In every grade, we foster the growth and development of the whole person. Religious education and its formation of responsible young adult Catholics is the foundation of our parish school. As an academic institution, St. Mark School is dedicated to designing an individualized program of success for each child. Careful planning of classes allows for every child to be known and loved, while providing a broad range of learning opportunities in academics, extracurriculars, service, and leadership.

Additionally, the St. Mark's School difference involves parents being active partners in their child's education. We do not simply enroll a student; we enroll a family. Recognizing parents as the primary educators of children, St . Mark School supports, supplements, and enriches your family life.

Be sure to explore the website. Tour the school. Ask questions. Become a part of St. Mark School family.... A place where Christ is loved, academic excellence is expected, character counts, and traditions thrive!

Thank you for visiting!

Many Blessings,

Dr. Noreen Dillon
Principal, St. Mark School

Why Choose St. Mark School?

When you entrust your child to us at St. Mark School, you can be assured you have selected a school with a caring, nurturing, Christian environment. All students are challenged to reach their full potential while developing Catholic values.

Tuition

   

Financial Assistance

TUITION ASSISTANCE At St. Mark Catholic School we do not want financial concerns to deter any family from enrolling. Several options are available for those seeking tuition assistance. Scholarships through the Diocese, parish, and outside organizations are available, with applications beginning in January each year. Tuition assistance will be based on Peoria Diocesan guidelines using the FACTS aid assessment process. All families wishing to be considered for financial assistance MUST complete this application process online prior to April 15, for the upcoming school year. The FACTS application is required for those wishing to be considered for the John Lancaster Spalding, Kremer Foundation, or St. Mark Parish assistance. All scholarship grants are issued for one school year. Families must reapply annually for consideration. Families are encouraged to apply as early as possible to ensure ample time to gather and submit any required documents. Assistance will be based on need and completing all the required steps. Visit FACTS GRANT & AID to access the FACTS online application. Here is a list of all grant/scholarships that are available: The John Lancaster Spalding Scholarship- an endowment fund established in honor of Archbishop Spalding, the first Bishop of Peoria. Tuition assistance scholarship grants are available to students enrolled/intending to enroll in grades kindergarten through 12 in any Catholic school located in the Diocese of Peoria whose families are members of a Catholic parish in the diocese. Empower Illinois Scholarship- The State of Illinois' Invest In Kids Act funds scholarships for children who choose to attend private schools. Scholarships offered through this program could cover up to 100% of tuition and eligible fees. Interested families may submit an application through Empower Illinois, starting in mid-January. Visit www.empowerillinois.org for more information, and to apply. The Kremer Foundation- This grant that is offered to St. Mark may have up to $1000 scholarships for St. Mark students entering K-8th grade. Email Noreen Dillon at ndillon@saint-mark.net for more details on these opportunities. St. Mark Parish Scholarship: All families who complete a FACTS application will also be considered for additional assistance from St. Mark if found to have qualifying financial need. Letter for additional assistance must be sent to the Tuition Assistance Committee. You must have also completed the FACTS application online. *Note: If you are awarded the Empower Illinois Scholarship or the Spalding Scholarship, your aid from St. Mark will be adjusted. If you receive the Empower Illinois Scholarship your Spalding Scholarship will be rescinded.
John Lancaster Spalding Scholarship
Complete the John Lancaster Spalding Scholarship Application
The due date for this year's completed financial scholarship application is April 15. The Diocese will not accept late applications, so please file early.

Financial scholarship applications and information are handled as confidential school material. Tuition scholarships are given upon recommendations of FACTS, a financial reviewer company, as long as money is available.

If you have any questions regarding financial scholarships, please contact the school office.

Shadowing Program

Shadowing is the process of following a student through all or part of a school day to gain insight into what a student experiences within the school setting. This allows the student to experience firsthand what it’s like to be a member of the St. Mark’s family!

Download the brochure for more details.

Apply Now!

How to Apply
Applying is easy using our Online Application. We encourage families to apply online as it simplifies submission and provides parents a tool for tracking online the status of their admission after their application has been submitted. A non-refundable fee of $50 must be submitted with each application.

Note: PK3 students must be age 3 by September 1st and PK4 students must be age 4 by September 1st.

 

Create an Online Application
To begin the Online Application process, Create an Account. Then log in to your account and Create A New Student Application for your child. You will then have the flexibility to log in and out of your account and access your open application.
After submitting the application, you will be able to track online your admissions status at the school by logging in to your account. There you will be able to print the completed applications, monitor when the school receives supplemental application forms and, if necessary, reprint the supplemental forms.

 

We Look Forwards to Meeting You
If you have not already done so, please consider making an appointment to visit. We would very much like to meet you and encourage you to tour our school and campus.

We appreciate your interest and hope to assist you any way we can. If you have questions, please feel free to contact us at 309-676-7131.

St. Mark's Catholic School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. St. Mark's Catholic School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.