St. Mary’s School Handbook 09-10
Updated June 2, 2010
NON-DISCRIMINATORY POLICY OF ST. MARY’S SCHOOL
St. Mary’s School admits students of any race, sex, color, creed, national and ethnic origin, to all rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students of this school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin nor ethnic origin in administration of educational policies, admission policies, athletic and other school administered programs or in hiring teachers and other personnel.
All students attending St. Mary’s School are subject to the regulations printed in the Handbook for Parents and Students. During the year, supplemental directives may be added to address problems not specifically stated. These supplements will also be enforced.
CURRICULUM
The curriculum includes the following subjects: Religion, Math, Language Arts (Reading, English, Spelling, Handwriting), Social Studies, Science, Art, Music, Physical Education, Spanish, and Computer. St. Mary’s follows the curriculum established by the Office of Catholic Education for the Archdiocese of Indianapolis and the Indiana Curriculum Proficiency Guidelines established by the State of Indiana.
MASS AND SACRAMENTS
All students are privileged to participate in the Liturgy of the Mass at least once during the week. The upper grades also sing at funeral masses.
The Sacrament of Reconciliation can be received during Advent and Lent. The reception of this sacrament at other times should be received with the family on Saturdays, or the times scheduled in the bulletin.
If a child only participates in the Mass and sacraments while at school, they are being denied the beautiful experience of participating with their family and coming to know that faith is first in the family.
RELIGION
Religious education is a life-long process of growing in knowledge and love of God. It begins at birth and does not end until we meet God at death. Thus, it is impossible to teach everything about the faith in a few years.
The Archdiocese of Indianapolis establishes guidelines, which we follow carefully. The guidelines specify expectations for each grade in content, such as doctrine and Church teachings, in values and in behaviors. A standards guideline is available to you at your request.
ADMISSION
Entrance age for kindergarten is five years of age by August 1. Early entrance is accepted only with principal’s approval and testing and only if there is room in kindergarten class.
Entrance age for the first grade is six years of age by August 1. A copy of the child’s birth certificate is required for our file.
Physical and dental examination forms must be submitted at time of enrollment. All immunizations required by Indiana State Law must be listed on the permanent health record. All students must have received their 2nd MMR before entering the 6th grade. Immunization requirements will be checked by the South Dearborn Community School Corporation school nurse. If immunizations are not current, the parents will be notified. Immediate action to bring immunizations up to date will be required for continued enrollment at St. Mary’s School.
An emergency contact information form must be on file for each student. This form is renewed each year, as the information must be current and accurate.
A new student must present their last report card. After parents sign the registration form, St. Mary’s will request from the previous school the cumulative and health records of the child. These records are always sent from school to school.
In order to receive the parishioner tuition rate, a baptismal certificate is required for Grade 1 and all new students. Interviews with parents and child will be held with the principal for new students entering grades 4-8.
TUITION - BOOK FEES
A tuition plan is available. Payments must be kept current and up to date. Report cards cannot be released unless this condition is met or other arrangements are made with the pastor or principal. Delinquent tuition may result in the termination of the tuition contract. If the termination occurs the student will not be allowed to attend classes at St. Mary’s School. The pastor with principal will make the final determination.
Book fees are to be paid at the time of registration. Financial aid for parishioners is available. Contact the school office for applications in June.
SERVICE HOURS
Parent involvement is a hallmark of successful schools. St. Mary's School requires 15 volunteer hours, per family, for the 08-09 school year. I feel this requirement not only helps to continue to make our programs possible, but enriches students’ school experiences as well. There are many opportunities to volunteer both during and outside of our school day. Many people choose to play a large role by serving as an officer for one of our organizations, coaching one of our many sports or academic teams, or chairing committees that organize school fundraisers. There will be several opportunities available in all of these areas. Our PTO plays a large role in many of the school fundraising endeavors and will keep track of service hours to report to the principal. Thank you to all of those who have volunteered their time and effort to make St. Mary’s such a special place.
INCLEMENT WEATHER AND EMERGENCY CLOSING OF SCHOOL
In the event school must be closed for inclement weather or for another emergency, the local and Cincinnati radio and television stations will make the announcement. St. Mary’s School follows the closing procedure for the South Dearborn Community Schools. When they are closed because of bad weather, St. Mary’s will also close. Stations that carry closing announcements are WSCH, WKRC, and WLW.
ATTENDANCE/TARDINESS
Regular attendance and punctuality are the shared responsibility of parents, students, and the school. The following attendance policy of South Dearborn Community School Corporation applies to students of St. Mary’s as well:
1. School officials will keep constant and accurate student attendance records.
2. When the student misses nine days in any one semester (4.5 days per quarter) the parents or guardian will be informed and notified of the student’s attendance record. The principal may deem a letter or conference necessary to accurately inform the parents of the attendance policy. The student may be forced to withdraw from the school for the remainder of the semester.
3. The attendance officer may be called on at any time to visit parents or student in
order to encourage good attendance.
4. Three tardies constitute one absence. A student will be considered tardy after 8:05 A.M. (except for those students riding the late bus.)
5. Continued poor student attendance will result in school officials pursuing the
Indiana Compulsory Attendance Law.
If your child is absent from school for any reason, you must phone to notify the school. If no call is received, the office will call to verify the absence. This is done for two reasons; we are concerned about your child and for safety reasons. When your child returns to school, you must send a note stating the reason for the absence with signature of the parent/guardian.
Please remember that every student has the responsibility to attend school regularly and to be on time. Non-attendance at school does not excuse one from the work that was missed. Parents must make arrangements to get missed assignments home the day of absence. Work not turned in due to an absence may result in a zero.
An excused absence indicates that a student has a valid excuse for being absent and will be allowed to make up missed work. The absence is noted on permanent records. If a student is frequently absent, a doctor’s note may be requested by the administrator.
It is the responsibility of the parents and students to request all missed assignments.
Trips planned during the school year are discouraged. 7th and 8th grade students who miss tests due to a trip/vacation will not be able to make up the assessments. This will result as a 0% for all missed tests.
TELEPHONE
Only urgent messages will be delivered to the teachers and students during class time. If a child is not going home in the usual way, a note is required to be sent to the office. Please try to make arrangements before school for any transportation matters.
To schedule a conference, please leave a message with the school secretary and the call will be returned at the earliest convenience. Discretion by school personnel will be used in allowing students to use the office phone.
Students must ask the teacher’s permission to call parents during the school day. Any student having a cell phone must keep the phone in their school bag all day with the ringer turned off. If the cell phone needs to be used during the school day it must be done in the office. Any misuse of a cell phone will result in the phone be taken away and the student will no longer be permitted to bring it to school.
TAKING MEDICINE
Indiana State Law prohibits school personnel from dispensing any medications without written authorization. If your child needs medication, a written form must be on file in the school office granting permission for him or her to take this medicine. This permission must be renewed annually. All medication must be kept in the office. Only medication supplied by the parents will be dispensed. Students can be expelled for possession of medication.
STUDENTS LEAVING SCHOOL DURING THE DAY
A student will be permitted to leave school early only with advance written permission from their parents. Written permission from parents must be addressed to the office and approval must be given. The note should include the following: 1) Reason for requesting early dismissal. 2) When the student will return. 3) If someone other than the parent is to pick up the child this must be written on the note. A record is kept of all early dismissals. You must stop by the office and sign your child in or out of school.
REPORT CARDS/CONFERENCES
Report cards are issued four times a year, at the end of each quarter.
Parent-teacher conferences may be formally scheduled. A conference may be scheduled at any time during the year by contacting the teacher through the school office or writing to the teacher for an appointment.
Please contact the teacher at the FIRST sign of a problem. You should always talk to the teacher concerned about a problem before discussing the matter with anyone else. Usually communications with the teacher can solve any problems that may occur.
GRIEVANCE AND APPEAL PROCEDURE
The following steps should be followed anytime you have questions concerning the teaching styles or policies of St. Mary’s School. 1) Request a meeting with the teacher to discuss the matter. 2) Request a meeting with the school principal. 3) Request a meeting with the pastor. All meetings should be scheduled through the school office, please do not stop in classrooms unexpected to see the teacher. These steps will help insure that your questions or concerns may be answered as satisfactorily as possible.
DISCIPLINE AND BEHAVIOR
All school and church personnel have the right to be treated with respect and work in a non-threatening environment. Parents and students must always address issues in a respectful and non-threatening manner.
These Rights and Responsibilities are established to build St. Mary’s School Community so that all involved are contributing members in this safe, learning environment.
§ I have the responsibility to arrive at school on time each day with all my materials, ready to learn.
§ I have the responsibility to use my time wisely at school, to listen and follow teacher directions, and to complete my daily class work to the best of my ability.
§ I have the responsibility to complete all my homework to the best of my ability and to return it on time.
§ I have the responsibility to listen to all school announcements and to deliver all school messages and memos to my parents/guardians promptly.
§ I have the responsibility to respect the property and personal space of others and to get permission before using someone else’s possessions.
§ I have the responsibility to treat others with the same kindness and respect that I also have a right to receive.
§ I have the responsibility to help keep our school building and grounds as clean and safe as possible.
§ I have the responsibility to play by the rules, stay under control at all times and to demonstrate good teamwork.
§ I have the responsibility to set a good example for others by keeping my hands and feet and objects to myself and by not using language that will hurt another’s feelings.
§ I have the responsibility to take all necessary materials, supplies books to and from school each day.
§ I have the responsibility to make up work when I have been absent.
§ I have the responsibility to look for ways where I can be of help or service to others.
§ I have the responsibility to accept the consequences for my actions, behavior and decisions, and not to blame others or make excuses when I am at fault.
§ I have the responsibility to live the Law of Love in my daily activities as Jesus taught me to do.
Student Rights
If these Rights and Responsibilities are violated, action will be taken in normal situations by immediate and appropriate consequences. These consequences will be an effective means of learning a better behavior and avoid future problems and thus will help build the School Community. Parental involvement will be requested when necessary.
Suspension, immediate removal from class or school, or expulsion may be deemed necessary for the following list of violations, which are all serious offenses to the Rights of the School Community Members.
Minor infractions committed by a student can result in some appropriate form of consequence decided by the teacher or principal. Minor infractions include but are not limited to:
· Gum chewing
· Running in hallways, stairs
· Noise during fire/tornado drills
· Throwing snowballs, rocks, etc. on playground
· Passing notes in class
· Having electronic gadgets in school
· Misusing school computer/technology equipment
Class Room Discipline Procedures:
Teachers will have additional guidelines, approved by the principal, specifically stated and posted in each room. These guidelines will also be sent home with the students.
All students will be informed of the Rights and Responsibilities. The Rights and Responsibilities form will be sent home with each student. It is to be signed by parent and student. These rules, policies and procedures are conditions of participation and do not imply any contractual relationship between the school and the parents or the school and the student. Any breach or failure to adhere to these conditions of participation may result in termination of participation. It is to be returned to the office and it will be kept on file. These forms may be used as reminders to students of their agreement to follow the Rights and Responsibilities of St. Mary’s School Community.
Cyber bullying:
Inappropriate student to student cell phone texts, e-mail, and website postings outside of school have a negative effect on our school’s learning environment. This problem has grown quickly out of control in many schools across America. It will not be tolerated at St. Mary’s. Cyber-bullying, or the documentation of any inappropriate or illegal action posted on a website or cell phone that is reported to a school staff member, will be passed on to the principal who will notify parents and possibly child services or the police department.
Disciplinary action will be taken. Because we are a Catholic private institution, we do reserve the right to exclude anyone from attending our school. Although this would probably not be the first step in disciplinary action taken, depending on the principal’s and pastor’s interpretation of the severity of the violation, it could be.
Parents are encouraged to monitor the internet and cell phone activities of their children. Discuss with your child what is and is not appropriate. Do not assume that they know the potential negative effects of their internet and cell phone actions.
SHIRTS:
All students will wear white or navy blue shirts with distinct collars or turtlenecks. Shirts are to be solid with no emblems, markings, logos, or imprints. Shirts will be tucked into pants. Students may also wear the navy blue or white St. Mary’s polo shirts. All T-shirts worn under shirts must be solid white with no visible marking or logos. Shirt sleeves must cover shoulders. No tank tops!
PANTS/SHORTS:
Students may wear navy blue or tan colored uniform slacks. Corduroy dress pants are acceptable (no outside stitching or decorative rivets - no jeans or denim like material). All pants must fit properly and have hems: no baggy or tight fitting pants, no logos, no side exterior pockets or zippers, loops, etc., no contrasting stitching or decorations are acceptable. Pants may not drag the ground. Plain belts should be worn with pants when needed.
SHORTS:
Students may wear navy blue or tan dress shorts only. Shorts must have hems and may be no shorter than 5” above the knee and no longer than 5” below the knee. Dress Capri pants are acceptable.
All jumpers and skirts will be a solid navy blue or tan – no denim or jean material. Jumpers and skirts may be no shorter than 5” above the knee and no longer than 5” below the knee. Tan, navy blue, and solid white leggings/tights with no frills may be worn.
SWEATERS:
Students may wear cardigan or pull over sweaters in school. Sweaters must be a solid navy blue, solid white, or tan color with no logos, emblems or imprints.
SWEATSHIRTS:
The only acceptable sweatshirts worn in school are solid navy blue, solid white, or tan color sweatshirts. Sweatshirts may have the St. Mary’s name or logo (on front only). Students may only wear a St. Mary’s sweatshirt with a blue or white collared shirt under the sweatshirt. Hooded and front pocket sweatshirts are not acceptable.
SHOES:
No sandals or slick-soled shoes. Shoes must be closed toed and have a strap or heel on the back. (Non-marring) Gym shoes are encouraged for safety purposes.
PE:
Students may bring clothes for PE. However, they will be expected to change into and out of their clothes during the PE class time. Students are responsible to have proper shoes for PE classes with them. Physical Education is a mandatory program for our students. It is important for a child to learn the proper ways to exercise and why exercise is important for their health. A doctor’s note is required if your child is not able to participate in a Physical Education activity.
OTHER:
Each student’s hair should be kept clean, tidy, and styled in a way that does not obstruct vision (covering one or both eyes).
Only skin-toned make up and nail polishes are permitted.
Jewelry should consist only of wrist watches, small rings, a single wrist band, and a single thin chained necklace with a small stone or religious cross or medal. Girls with pierced ears may wear small earlobe size earrings only.
Students may dress out of uniform on Fridays. Other out-of-uniform days will be given at the principal’s discretion. Out-of-uniform dress must be respectful school clothes with NO inappropriate sayings/signs/logos such as: sex, drugs, alcohol, or violence. Shirt sleeves must cover shoulders. No tank tops!
These rules apply to all school events. The administrator will make the final decision on uniform compliance. Students not conforming to the dress code will remain out of class until parents can bring proper attire. It will be the student's responsibility to make up any work missed while waiting for parents to bring clothing.
HOMEWORK
If homework keeps students working from the time they get home until time to go to bed, something is wrong. This practice should not continue. Please find out if the student is trying to do “a week’s work in a single night” because it was put off. If this is not the case, parents should inform the teacher.
Homework, additional practice, and re-enforcement of skills are necessary. Homework assignments are given to fit the student’s age and abilities. On average, time that will be required for assignments to be completed at home will be ten minutes per grade level as follows:
1st Grade 10 min.
2nd 20 min.
3rd 30 min.
8th Grade 80 min.
Pupils are required to have and to use the approved assignment book in grades 3-8. Study assignments are equally as important as written assignments.
For questions about the homework policy due to absence, please refer to Attendance/Tardiness.
WITHDRAWAL
When withdrawing a child from school, please notify the principal’s office several days in advance. Inform the office of your new address and new school. The new school should be the one to request the student’s records.
LUNCH
No child is permitted to leave the school premises without the principal’s permission. All children must eat lunch every day. They may buy a hot lunch offered by the cafeteria or bring a lunch from home. Our hot lunch program is federally funded. No soft drinks or restaurant foods in their original wrappers are permitted at lunch. A five-day lunch ticket must be purchased. These tickets entitle the student to 5 meals of their choice. They do not necessarily have to be used during the week the ticket is purchased. You may write a $7.50 check to St. Mary’s school or pay by cash. Students forgetting their lunch money may charge their lunch. However, all charges must be paid through a lunch ticket. No cash will be taken for charges. Individual lunch, lunch tickets will not be sold until the last several weeks of school. Teachers will handle the lunch tickets to insure the students do not lose them.
Federal funding for free and reduced lunches is available. Families that may be eligible for these programs are encouraged to apply.
TEXTBOOKS - SUPPLIES
Textbooks are furnished on a rental basis. Books should be covered at all times. Torn or damaged books will have to be replaced by the parents. All books are to be carried in a schoolbag or book bag.
SCHOOL SAFETY
Health:
Parents should have on file, in the school office, an emergency phone number. Parents are informed of all injuries, except those judged to be minor scratches, etc. Appropriate accident/incident reports will be on file.
No medication will be dispensed unless authorized by the parents. This includes non-prescription as well as prescription drugs. The parent must provide ALL medication.
Any special health problems, such as allergies, ear tubes, heart condition, etc., should be made known at the time of registration. Special learning disabilities (ADD, ADHD, LD) should also be made known at time of registration.
If a child has been absent because of a contagious disease, a doctor’s release is necessary.
A public health nurse visits the school periodically. Under her direction, vision and hearing tests are conducted, as well as a scoliosis exam. This nurse maintains individual health records on students.
Fire drills are held on an average of once a month. Tornado drills are also held four times a year.
Students in each grade will be instructed by teachers where they are to assemble for such drills.
Emergency Drills:
Teachers are informed of plans for emergencies. The school will do whatever possible to keep children safe. Please make arrangements for early dismissals due to weather or other emergency needs. These plans may not be for school to contact parents, phones may not always be available or in working order. An Emergency Plan Form must indicate what your child will do for any early dismissal. An Emergency Plan Form will be sent home the first week of school.
If we ever need to evacuate the school area, students will be taken to St. John’s School on Third Street.
Everyday Safety:
All school doors are locked for outside entrance. Anyone coming to school must report in the office. All Parents/visitors must sign in and receive a Visitor’s Pass.
If parents wish to see teachers, appointments must be made. Teachers may not be disturbed in their classrooms at any time.
Parents bringing in forgotten items to students should leave them in the office, please do not take items directly to the classrooms. Please encourage your child to take responsibility for themselves by not repeatedly bringing them forgotten items.
Teachers will walk students out of the building at the last bell and monitor the dismissal.
Student pictures, accomplishments, etc. may be reported in the local press, Criterion (Archdiocesan newspaper), and school-student newspaper, and Bulldog. If you do not wish for your child’s name/picture to be published, there is a media release form to be signed stating your wishes included in your registration packet.
Internet use is also a safety issue and all parents and students must sign an Internet use form at the beginning of the year. This form is also included in your registration packet.
VOLUNTEERS - New - All Volunteers for school or sports must have a background check completed by the Archdiocese of Indianapolis. Forms are in the registration packets. Also volunteers are expected to participate in the Virtus Training Program. (Classes will be publicized in the Bulldog.)
Where would any of us be without the generous help and support offered just because someone cared? Volunteers in any organization or institution provide the talent and effort that make things happen! One of St. Mary’s strongest assets is our volunteers. Many are needed to assist in the library as aides; others assist the teachers in clerical duties, class projects, typing, etc. If you are interested in volunteering, please call the school and/or fill out the volunteer form. You can and do make a difference. You may have a talent or skill you wish to share with the children. Please contact the office to discuss a time, day, etc.
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DAILY SCHEDULE
Students arriving at school by private transportation or by school bus must immediately enter the school building through the front door. Students are not permitted to go anywhere else. If your child needs to go to the store or someplace else prior to school, you must take them there or drop them off at that location.
7:25 A.M. School doors open. Do not let a student attempt to enter dark building. The school is not responsible for students dropped off at the school prior to 7:25. Parents may be subjected to punishment under the child endangerment laws if students are persistently left unattended. All students arriving prior to 7:45 A.M. must stay in the cafeteria and study quietly. If there is a delay announced, the doors might not be open until that delay time - example: 2-hour delay, doors open at 9:25 A.M.
7:45 Students will be sent to homerooms.
8:05 Morning Pledge and Prayer. Regular classroom schedules begin.
8:15 Mass - Wednesdays - All School
2:20 Afternoon prayer and announcements. Bus dismissals.
2:30 Classes end - After School Program takes place in school cafeteria until 6:00 pm
Students must be off of school property unless supervised by the After School Program. It will be mandatory for students who have not been picked up by 2:30 pm to be placed in the After School Program with the appropriate charge assumed by the parent.
TRANSPORTATION
The South Dearborn Public School District provides school bus service. Children transported to and from school must observe all safety regulations required by South Dearborn School Corporation. Failure to do so may result in suspension or loss of bus privileges. Bus drivers have the authority to refuse services to disruptive students. * Watch school calendar for days St. Mary’s is in session and will not have bus service.
In order to qualify for honor roll, students (grades 4-8) must receive no grade lower than a “B” on any subject where cognitive skills are being graded.
Names of Honor Roll students will be submitted to the local paper. Anyone who makes the Honor Roll all four quarters will receive an award at the end of the school year. Individual awards will be given for each class in the major subjects at the end of the year.
SCHOOL CALENDAR
2010-2011
August 16 – Monday First Full Student Day – Private Transportation
No Bus Service
September 6 – Monday No School – Labor Day
September 20 – Monday Mid-Term Reports
October 1 – Friday No School – Farmer’s Fair
October 19 End of 1st Quarter – 45 days
October 22 & 25 – Friday & Monday No School – Fall Break
October 27 – Wednesday Report Cards
November 25 & 26 – Thursday & Friday No School – Thanksgiving Break
November 29 – Monday Mid-Term Reports
December 23 – December 31 (inclusive) No School – Christmas Break
January 3 – Monday Classes Resume
January 5 End of 2nd Quarter – 45 days
January 10 – Monday Report Cards
January 17 – Monday No School – 1st Snow Make-up Day
February 14 – Monday Mid-Term Reports
February 21 – Monday Presidents Day – No School – 2nd Snow Make-up Day
March 11 End of 3rd Quarter – 45 days
March 21 – 25 – Monday-Friday Spring Break – No School
March 29 – Tuesday Report Cards
April 11 Mid-Term Reports
April 22 – Friday Good Friday – No School
May 23 – Monday Last Scheduled Day
May 24 –June 15 Make-up days to be scheduled as needed
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Students may desire to participate in the following:
Basketball - boys and girls, grades 4-8
Volleyball – girls – grades 6-8
Football - boys, grades 7-8 at South Dearborn Middle School
Track - boys and girls, grades 7-8 at South Dearborn Middle School
Cross Country – boys and girls grades at 7-8 South Dearborn Middle School
Wrestling - Boys grades 6-8 at South Dearborn Middle School
Golf – grades 7-8 at South Dearborn Middle School
Deanery Academic Team – grades 5-6
Deanery Speech Team – grades 5-6
No transportation will be provided for extracurricular activities.
Participants
Students attending St. Mary’s School in grades 4-8 may participate in the extracurricular activities. Participants must, above all else, be Christian participants. They are expected to be good citizens, at school and in the community. The participant is expected to be honest, reliable, and to represent St. Mary’s in a becoming manner at all times.
Students participating in the athletic program are required to pass a physical and be covered by insurance. Physical forms and permission slips stating that the family has adequate insurance coverage must be turned in to the coach by the first practice. No student will be permitted to attend practice without a physical form and a permission slip.
St. Mary’s parishioners and St. John’s students are the only other students eligible to play on St. Mary’s School teams.
The requirements listed below pertain to all students in any extra curricular activity.
Scholastic Requirements
Students participating in extracurricular activities are expected to work to their fullest potential concerning class work at all times. All assignments are to be completed on time. Coaches and parents will be informed if the teacher and/or principal feel that a student is not working to their fullest ability or is not passing; then the student will be considered ineligible to participate. Coaches are to see that participants who are ineligible do not play during games, performances, or practice during the following week. Students in sports activities may be required to sit on the bench out of uniform.
Conduct
Students participating are expected to behave in a Christian manner at all times. Any student acting in a manner or conduct, in or out of school, that is not honorable and a discredit to St. Mary’s, will not remain on the team. Vandalism to any property, whether during practices or games, to our own property or the property of another school, or to an individual, will be grounds for dismissal from the team. Depending upon the seriousness of the damage, it may warrant restitution and or dismissal from St. Mary’s School. This final judgment will be left to the Principal and/or Pastor.
Sport Uniforms
Each participant is responsible for uniforms and equipment that they are issued. Lost or damaged uniforms or equipment must either be replaced or payment must be made equal to the replacement value of the item.
Speech & Academic Teams
Catholic schools in the Batesville Deanery sponsor a speech league and an academic meet. Competition is held once a year. Students in grades 5 and 6 may participate. Awards and trophies are given to the students. A traveling trophy is awarded to the school with the highest point total. Not all students may participate due to limited openings. Tryouts will be announced well in advance. Seventh and eighth graders will have the opportunity to try out for the LaSalle Academic Meet.
Field Trips
A standard “walking” permission slip needs to be on file in the office. This covers trips to the library, park, and local places. Other field trips will require additional permission slips. No student will be able to attend field trips without a permission slip. The teachers and principal have the right to not let the student participate if the student has not fulfilled prior stated or written obligations or if the student has demonstrated that he/she cannot behave in an appropriate and Christian manner.
Library Rules
1. Classes may visit the library once a week.
2. All students are allowed to check out 2 books at a time. If they fail to return their books on time, they will not be allowed to check out any books that day. If they return 1 book; they may check out 1 book.
3. If a student loses or damages a book, he/she will be required to pay for it. If a student has a book that is two weeks overdue, the parents will be notified to help the child to locate the book.
4. Students are to be quiet and courteous in the library at all times.
These are required events for all students. If a student is unable to attend (other than sickness), parents must notify the principal. Students absent (other than sickness) will receive an alternate assignment.
Forms to be signed by parents:
· Internet Permission (included in registration packet)
· Student Rights & Responsibilities Form (included in registration packet)
· Media Release Form (included in registration packet)
· Early Dismissal Plans
· Walking Permission Slip – It is our practice to give errands to older grade students to run for school purposes. These errands are run before school or end of day during homeroom time. If you do not wish your child to run on these errands, please indicate this on the Walking Permission Slip.
· Registration Packet Forms
· After School Care