We are delighted that you are considering The Biome School for your learner.
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
To speak to someone directly regarding enrollment inquiries or to request a school tour at The Biome, don’t hesitate to contact our Family Engagement and Enrollment Coordinator, Keonna Shelton, at 314-531-0982, Ext. 221 or enrollment@thebiomeschool.org
PRE-ENROLLMENT APPLICATION
We are now accepting applications for the 2024-2025 school year.
LOTTERY
The Biome will conduct a random lottery if more pre-enrollment applications are received than available seats. Selected families will receive a placement notification and must accept the seat within ten days of notification. Any students not accepted through the lottery will be placed in our wait pool and will rollover into the next lottery if seats are available
Lottery Dates
| MONTH | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Dates | 01/09 | 01/26 | |||
| February Dates | 02/09 | 02/16 | 02/23 | ||
| March Dates | 03/01 | 03/08 | 03/15 | 03/22 | 03/29 |
| April Dates | 04/05 | 04/12 | 04/19 | 04/26 | |
| May Dates | 05/03 | 05/10 | 05/17 | 05/31 | |
| June Dates | 06/07 | 06/14 | 06/21 |
COMPLETE YOUR LEARNER’S REGISTRATION
Upon accepting your child’s seat, we will guide you through the New Student Registration. Please note you will need the following documents to complete the registration:
- Child’s Birth Certificate
- Parent/Guardian Photo ID
- Proof of Residency (utility bill, mortgage or lease agreement, residency affidavit)
- Immunization records
Why Choose The Biome – In the words of Parents and Learners
INTAKE OVERVIEW
- Your child’s journey begins by attending the New Family Open House.
- You will receive a link to the registration application and additional essential documents. Enrollment is not considered complete until the registration application is submitted along with the following documents.
- Child’s Birth Certificate
- Parent/Guardian Photo ID
- Proof of Residency (utility bill, mortgage or lease agreement, residency affidavit)
- Immunization records
- Please save 474-747 to your cell phone as The Biome School. You will receive text messages related to the enrollment process and appointment reminders.
- Admission to The Biome does not guarantee placement in the selected grade. Once a learner is officially enrolled, s/he will complete a brief readiness assessment to help our educators prepare to meet the learner’s academic needs and to ensure the proper grade placement.
LIVE FROM INSTAGRAM
Farewell Fifth Grade: Today we’re honoring Larenzo Williams. Congrats Larenzo!
My favorite Biome memory: My favorite Biome memory is 3rd grade Field Day.
Where I’m going after 5th grade: I’m going to Loyola.
What I want to be when I grow up: I want to become a developer of a game.
My favorite school subject: Mind and Movement.
A quote from The Biome staff: “Larenzo has a persistent sense of humor that will take him far in life. He’s a good friend and a chill guy. Best of luck in 6th grade!”
-Ms. Heath
Farewell Fifth Grade: Today we’re honoring Wayne Rogers. Congrats Wayne!
Where I’m going after 5th grade: I’m going to Grand Center Arts Academy in 6th grade.
What I want to be when I grow up: I want to be a football player.
My favorite subject in school: My favorite subject is math.
Advice for the next 5th grade class: I would say to the next group of 5th grade is be good and do all of your homework.
A quote from The Biome staff: “Wayne has a competitive spirit that’s unmatched in Mind and Movement. He tries his best even if it’s something he’s not familiar with–which I know carries into the classroom. Keep up the great work and good luck in 6th grade!
-Coach Evans
Farewell Fifth Grade: Today we’re honoring Zaidyn Kinney-Edwards. Congratulations!
My favorite Biome Memory: My favorite memory is learning how to play football.
Where I’m going after 5th grade: I’m going to Premier Charter School.
What I want to be when I grow up: I want to be a veterinarian.
My favorite thing about The Biome: My favorite things are the teachers.
A quote from The Biome staff: “Zaidyn is a bright, friendly, and kind student. I will miss seeing her around the Biome!”
-Mr. Deutch
The Biome School is a K-5, tuition-free, and public charter school. The Biome shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin or physical handicap or disability, with regard to (i) the recruitment or admission of students to programs, activities or courses or (ii) the rights or privileges accorded or made available to students. Recruitment, admission, educational policies, and other school-administered program decisions shall be based upon qualifications of the students and other nondiscriminatory factors.
