St. Isidore School
603 W. Borad Street
Quakertown, PA 18951
215-536-6052
Fax 215-536-8647
Serving the Spiritual and Academic needs of our children since 1921
Membership in National Catholic Education Association
Middle States Accredited
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"Our Commitment"
At St. Isidore School we strive to communicate and to develop respect, trust, peace and faith in a Catholic atmosphere. The purpose of a Catholic School is to impart the spirit and message of the Gospel into each student as well as advance each toward Academic success. Our discipline philosphy is based on the Commandments, and Jesus' law of love. Children through Baptism, are instructed first by their parents. To bring a child to the Christian perfection to which we are all called is a gift of Jesus through the mediation of the Spirit; but the gift requires our cooperation. Our apostolic witness must make this perfection visible in the world, today and in the future. The code of conduct presented on the following pages follows the Archdiocesan expectations of all students enrolled in the parish elementary schools.
REVISED AUGUST 2006
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RULES AND REGULATIONS
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I. ADMINISTRATION POLICIES
A. ADMISSIONS AND WITHDRAWALS
In order to be admitted to Saint Isidore’s School, children must have been immunized against Polio, Diphtheria Tetanus, Pertussis, MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) and MMR 2. A baptismal certificate and a birth certificate must be presented.
Children entering Pre-Kindergarten must be four (4) years of age on or before August 31st of that year and children entering Kindergarten must be five (5) before August 31. Those entering Grade 1 must be six (6) years of age before August 31st of that school year.
All other applicants must supply satisfactory evidence of prior grade work by bringing a current report card with them at the time of registration. Children may be required to take tests in Reading and Mathematics for admission and to ensure proper placement.
When a student withdraws from school, his/her parent or guardian must come to school to request a transfer. If that person is unable to do so, he/she is required to write a note or telephone the school office, giving the new address and the expected moving date. School records will be forwarded to the child’s new school upon request from that school, when all financial obligations have been fulfilled. The Parish Office handles tuition.
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B. CURRICULUM
The Academic Program at Saint Isidore’s School is developed and approved by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, Office of Catholic Education and the Department of Curriculum and Instruction.
Students in grade kindergarten through eight are instructed in the areas of Religion, Mathematics, Reading, Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, Music, Art, Computer Education, Physical Education and Library.
The curriculum followed at St. Isidore School is the one adopted by all parochial schools of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. An official course of study is designed for all grades and is followed by every teacher. The curriculum is in harmony with the state regulations and criteria for approved schools.
Basic skills are taught as a sequential continuum. Teachers enhance established curriculum guidelines using their professional expertise and judgment. There exists the freedom to extend and vary the program according to the needs of the students.
An Honors Math program is also offered to those students who are tested and meet the Archdiocese criteria.
Classroom aides are an additional resource for student and teacher assistance.
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1. Deficiency Notices
Deficiency Notices are issued three (3) times a year, four (4) or five (5) weeks prior to the distribution of report cards. Students who may be in danger of failing a certain subject(s) will receive a notice. Be aware that although a student does not receive a deficiency notice, it is still possible that he/she could fail if his/her grades between the date the notice was issued and the date of report cards fall within a failing range. Parents will be notified by telephone or letter.
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2. Retention Policy
Parents of any student being considered for retention will be notified by the teacher in writing at the beginning of the second trimester. At that time arrangements will be made for consultation. The ultimate decision will be a joint one between the teacher and principal, all of whom will take parent request into consideration.
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3. Conferences
Formal Conferences are held for the first report card. These meetings afford parents and teachers the opportunity to voice concerns, suggest solutions to problems, and therefore cooperate in making the school year as worthwhile as possible for the children.
If a parent feels a need to see a teacher, a conference can be arranged. The parent should contact the teacher in writing or phone the school office and an appointment can be set up. Do not call a teacher at home.
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4. Standardized Diocesan-wide Test
The Terra Nova test is administered every academic year to students in grades 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 8. It measures progress made in non-verbal skills, mathematics, reading, language arts, reference skills, social studies and science. (Not every area is tested every year.) Grades 4, 5, 6 & 8 are tested in October; Grades 2 and 3 are tested in March.
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C. COMMUNICATION
St. Isidore School communicates with parents through the monthly calendar and the weekly newsletters. It is the responsibility of each student (designated by the parent) to provide parents with all written communications distributed through the school. Communication envelopes are sent home on Thursdays and are to be signed and returned on Fridays. These will be sent home with the oldest child in the family unless otherwise requested by the parent. All organizations are welcome to submit articles to be published in the weekly or monthly notes. Please have them into the school office by Wednesday mornings.
In order for the teachers to have a better understanding of our children, it is important for us to be aware of their family situation. If there is a change in the family unit, such as: death, separation, divorce, critical illness of a family member, etc., that will have an effect on the student’s daily performance, parents/guardians are requested to inform the Principal. All information will be treated in a professional and confidential manner.
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D. RECORD KEEPING
1. Report Cards
Report cards are issued three (3) times a year. The report card is an estimation of each student’s performance in school. The marking is based on test marks, projects, class work, homework, and teacher judgment in certain areas. Report cards must be signed by parents and returned to the school.
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2. Permanent Record Cards
Each September, forms are sent home in order that the student’s record may be updated. Any changes in address, phone numbers or emergency numbers must be reported so that records will remain both accurate and current.
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3. ILA Folders (Integrated Language Arts)
ILA folders are maintained from year to year for each student. In this, a record is kept of a student’s mastered writing skill and ILA writing samples. These are given to the child if they transfer out of St. Isidore school or at the end of their 8th grade year.
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4. Health and Dental Records
These records monitor the student’s immunization, vision, hearing, weight, height and dental hygiene.
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5. Records
All information regarding students and their families is safeguarded to protect the rights of students against any infringement of privacy, misinterpretation of data and inappropriate use. While enrolled in St. Isidore’s School, the students’ records are kept in the active file. Any change in information, such as custodial care, must be given to the school office. After transfer or graduation, records of Math and Reading skills and health records are forwarded to the receiving school. Permanent record cards are sent to the diocesan elementary and high school only.
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E. SPIRITUAL
Parents are welcome to children’s masses. First Friday masses are at 9:00 AM and Holyday masses are at 11:00 AM. Each class is assigned a certain mass to plan and do the readings.
Penance and First Communion is received in second grade. Confirmation is received in the sixth grade. Information is sent home to the parents regarding the sacraments.
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F. SNOW/EMERGENCY CLOSING AND DELAYS
In the event that there may be a school closing or a delayed start because of inclement weather, parents should listen to the radio for information. They should not call the school. Weather-related closings are determined by the Quakertown School District office and are communicated via radio & TV. The school will post updated information on their web site www.stisidoreschool.com.
If school is closed prior to regular dismissal time, notice will be given over the radio. Make sure that your children have been instructed by you and understand what you wish them to do in the event that you are not at home. Parent’s cooperation will ensure the health and safety of all children.
When bad weather or emergencies make it necessary to close schools, the administration will notify area radio stations. Parents are urged to listen to the radio stations listed below for school closings and early dismissals. TV stations 6 and 10 will also announce school closings.
Allentown stations -WKAP (1320), WHOL (1600), WAEB(790), WXKW(1470), and WFMZ(100FM)
Bethlehem station -WPGA (1100) & WZZO(95.1FM)
Doylestown station-WBUX(1570)
Easton station -WLEV(96FM)
Lansdale station -WNPV(1440)
Trenton station -WTTM(920)
Philadelphia stations-Radio number for school, 780 will be announced by all Philadelphia stations
When school closes early due to a weather emergency, bus transportation is provided.
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G. ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL (School starts at 8:30 AM and ends at 3:15 PM)
1. Bus Transportation
Parents identify the mode of transportation the student will use upon registration each year. In the event this mode should change during the year, notification in writing must be given to the school. If you wish to make a change on any given day please send a note into school for the teacher or call the school office. We can not change a student’s dismissal routine without notice from a parent/guardian. Do not have your child relay the message verbally.
Students are expected to conduct themselves in a responsible and safe manner while traveling on the school bus to and from school or on school trips. Bus rules are distributed to each family at the beginning of each school year. Students who receive three behavior notices will be denied one week of bus privileges. Bus transportation is available on most early (noon) dismissal days.
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2. Morning Arrival
Children should not arrive prior to 8:00 A.M., unless enrolled in the Morning Care Program, which begins at 7:00 AM. On clear mornings, the children wait in the yard for the teachers. They should stand in the area designated for their grade. There are no toys allowed. There is no running. Children are to line up quietly and enter the building quietly when lead in by their teacher.
On days when the weather is inclement the children are to come into the gym and sit quietly with their class. They are to line up silently when their teacher comes for the class
Car riders are to enter and exit from Broad Street circle around and drop off students beside the cones and continue to move for even traffic flow. Pre School (3 Year Old Class) is to pull up to the side door of the Church.
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3. Afternoon Dismissal
Students departing by bus or car will exit through the gym. Adults picking student’s up must enter the parking lot through the Senior Citizen Center lot and line up single file toward the gym door. As you move closer to the door your child will be instructed to exit the building and board the car. DO NOT PARK YOUR CAR AND COME INTO THE BUILDING to pick up your child/children. DO NOT PARK AND WAIT ON THE FRONT PORCH for your child/children. These rules are in place to assure a SAFE and speedy dismissal for all students. Walkers will leave through the door near the Kindergarten rooms and will be escorted by an adult until they have crossed the street safely.
If your usual mode of transportation is to change please notify the school no later than 3:00 P.M. Your child/children will be notified of the change in transportation. Children may not leave the school with another adult (grandparent, aunt, neighbor etc…) without notification from a parent/guardian. We will not change a child’s dismissal routine without permission, either in writing or by phone, of a parent/guardian. DO NOT have your child relay the message to their teacher.
Students are permitted to ride their bicycles to and from school at their own risk. Bicycles must be parked in the school bike racks. They should be locked and chained for security. Children are to walk their bikes to and from the corner of the school property. THE SCHOOL IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR LOST OR STOLEN BICYCLES.
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H. SAFETY
Fire drills are held monthly. Children are instructed on the route to be taken from each classroom they occupy. Occasionally, an exit is intentionally blocked so that the students will be prepared to take alternate routes. Strict silence is demanded of the children during these necessary drills.
For the safety of the children, all school doors except the main entrance will be locked from the outside during the school day. Doors can be opened from the inside to allow for emergency exit.
If a parent must visit the school during the day, he/she must enter at the main door, report and sign the book outside the school office. Everyone entering the building is required to sign in.
Once a year Drill – the students and staff walk to Quakertown Elementary on 7th Street. This is our designated area to go to if there is an emergency evacuation of our buildings.
II. SCHOOL SERVICES
A. AUXILIARY SERVICES
In compliance with Pennsylvania State Law Act 89, the State of Pennsylvania provides St. Isidore’s School the auxiliary services of speech therapy, psychological evaluation, testing, counseling, and tutorial programs in math and reading. These services are provided to our school through The READS staff provides these services in the van located in the schoolyard. The School District of Quakertown provides Chapter 1 services for reading instruction. Information regarding these services may be acquired from faculty members, the school office, or direct contact with the agency.
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B. HEALTH SERVICES
If children are ill, please do not send them to school. Care given in school is limited to first aid at the time of accidents and illnesses until parents can be reached to take the child home, to the doctor or to the hospital. Emergency cards are kept for each child, providing the necessary information needed in locating parents or the person to be notified in an emergency. It is important that parents notify the school office of any changes so that this information may be kept up to date.
The school nurse is on call as needed. Law prohibits her from diagnosing injuries or illnesses. Therefore, do not send children to school when they have symptoms of illness or when they have not fully recovered from an illness.
Physical examinations are required when a child enters school and in the sixth (6th) grade. They can be given in school by the visiting doctor or by a private physician. Vision is checked yearly; growth screening, every other year. Hearing is checked in Grades K-1-2-3-6. Children with hearing problems are checked yearly as are those children who have failed their previous examination. Referrals are sent home when a child is found deficient in this area. These referrals must be returned to the school so that we are assured that the child has received proper care. Dental examinations are required on entry into school and in grades 3 and 7. Health services also include mandated scoliosis screening in sixth and seventh grades. T.B. tine testing is done when and where the need arises.
Parents who are unable to secure medical or dental care because of financial concerns should contact the school nurse who will make referral to the appropriate agency.
Medications must be given at home, if at all possible. If medication must be given in school on a long-term basis a signed physician’s authorization is required. In the event that short-term medications must be taken in school, it is imperative that the following directives are observed or the medication cannot be administered. Do not send medication in your child’s lunch box.
a) The school nurse or the principal’s designee will administer medication school which require a dose during school hours.
b) Short-term medication must be brought to the secretary in the ORIGINAL PRESCRIPTION container with the pharmacy label. The label must have the child’s name, medication and instructions for dispensing (dosage, time, etc.)
c) A signed note from parent/guardian must accompany the medication. This note should indicate the time of the most recent dose given at home. The note should also specifically request the nurse to dispense the next scheduled dose.
In the event that your child contracts a communicable disease, please notify the school immediately.
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C. LUNCH PROGRAM
Hot Lunch Program
Hot Lunch is served on Mondays through Fridays. The menu changes monthly. Students receive an order form on the last Monday of the month to order for the following month. It must be returned no later than Thursday of that same week. The Hot Lunch Program is run by all volunteers. The proceeds from this program are used for class trips and arts and crafts.
Milk and juice is sold by the Trimester. The amount will be sent home before the Trimester begins and you will be given a week to place an order for the Trimester. If your child wishes to buy milk on a given day they must come to the office in the morning to do so. Pretzels are sold for snack on a daily basis. Children should have a nutritious snack. Candy is discouraged and soda is not allowed.
Regulations during the lunch period are as follows:
a) Children enter the cafeteria silently and take a seat at the class table (if bring lunch form home) or enter the lunch line (if buying). Students are to remain seated during lunch and may talk quietly. They are expected to be polite to each other and the lunchroom parents. When told to clean their places, children must gather their trash and dispose of it, then return to their seats. If a child needs to use the bathroom, he/she must raise their hand and ask permission to leave the cafeteria. No one is to leave the cafeteria without an adult’s permission. Lunch is to be eaten at the designated tables. An absorbent cloth towel or mat is to be provided by parents.
b) Each child is responsible for the cleanliness of his/her own table section. Papers and trash are to be put into the containers at the time designated by the lunch person. No food is to be taken to the yard.
c) Students will be permitted in other parts of the building only with a teacher’s permission.
d) Lunch boxes and bags should be clearly labeled with student’s name and grade. Forgotten lunches may be delivered to the school office before noon. Please be sure to put the student’s name and grade on their lunch box or bag. We discourage fast food lunches (i.e. McDonald’s)
e) Lunch persons must accompany their entire classroom to the schoolyard. There is to be no running. Children must walk in an orderly, quiet manner.
Schoolyard regulations are as follows:
a) Only authorized games may be played. Children may play with balls, jump ropes and other outdoor toys
b) Students are to remain within school boundaries at all times. If a ball goes over the fence, permission from an adult on duty must be given to retrieve it. The following areas are restricted and may not be approached by the children:
1) Trailer
2) trash containers
3) chain-linked fence -There is to be no climbing
c) Lunch monitors will walk around their section of the yard and supervise the conduct of the children.
d) Children are to remain on the playground and not enter back into the school building except for illness or injury.
e) When the bell is rung the first time, children are to stop whatever they are doing and be silent. At the second ringing children are to proceed silently to their lines.
f) Children are to treat all lunch volunteers with respect. Any child who becomes a behavioral problem will receive a demerit.
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D. CARES Program (Children Are Receiving Extended Services)
This program is open from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM each school day and 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM in the mornings before school. Please inquire at the school office for current fees and registration.
III. PARENT RESPONSIBILITY
A. ABSENCE
The School Laws of Pennsylvania classify absences as unexcused or illegal, except for the following reasons:
1) illness of the pupil
2) death of a family member
3) quarantine
4) "exceptional, urgent" reasons that affect the child
1. Absentee Notes
A child who has been absent must present a written explanation by the parent before he/she will be permitted to return to class. A doctor’s permission to return is usually needed when a child is absent for more than three (3) days.
2. Phone Calls
The school office must be called in the event that a child will be absent for the day. Parents who wish to pick up books or assignments for students, who have been absent, are to make this request in the morning so that assignments will be ready for pick-up at 3:15 P.M. in the front office.
3. Appointments
If at all possible, medical and dental appointments should be scheduled outside of school hours. If this is impossible, a note should be presented, notifying the school of the time the child will be called for by the parent. The child must be picked up at the school office and signed out.
4. Vacations
Parents are responsible for any time missed from school because of family vacations. The school is under no obligation to make up work missed by the child. Permission for the absence must be obtained from School Administration. It is the student’s responsibility to make up the missed work. Please take into consideration your child’s performance in academics before planning a trip. It is advised to make trips during holidays or summer.
5. Truancy
A student who is absent without parental permission is considered truant. This absence is unexcused and his/her parents must accompany the child before being readmitted to school.
6. Lateness
Children who arrive after the scheduled starting time (8:30 AM) of the morning or afternoon session are tardy. You must check your child in at the main office so they can be taken off the absent list. If tardiness is repetitious, the child will receive a demerit. LATENESS DISRUPTS your child’s routine and the other children in the classroom.
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B. DRESS CODE
Regulation Uniforms -Non-conformity will result in demerits
- Boys
-Steel Gray Pants with dark belt
Maroon Staff Shirt-Long/Short Sleeve(Logo)
Gray or Maroon Sock
Dress Shoes-Oxfords, Dockers only, anything that qualifies as a sneaker or a boot is not acceptable
Steel Gray Walking Shorts with dark belt
- Girls -Grade K -5
Gray Plaid Belt Uniform -knee length
Pastel Pink Blouse-Long/Short Sleeve
All Girls
Pastel Pink Turtleneck-Hot pink not acceptable
Gray or Maroon Socks or Tights
Maroon V Neck/Button Down Sweater (no sweatshirt)
Dress Shoes -no more than 1 inch heel, no clogs or sandals
Steel gray corduroy slacks with dark belt
Maroon staff shirt with logo
Steel gray walking shorts with dark belt
Grade 6-7-8:
Gray Kilt-knee length
Pink long/short sleeve oxford cloth blouse
*Uniforms must be purchased through uniform company only
- Gym Uniform -
must be purchased through Flynn & O’Hara or KDT’s
Plain Maroon St. Isidore Sweatshirt with Logo
Maroon Sweat pants
Gray T-shirt with Grizzly – purchased at the school office
Fleece Ash Shorts -white crew socks (above the ankle) and sneakers
ON GYM DAY A STUDENT’S UNIFORM IS THE COMPLETE GYM UNIFORM
Personal Appearance
- Hair
-Boys’ hair should be no longer than collar length. School Administration reserves the right to make the final decision.
- Accessories
-Girls -If earrings are worn, they are to be small for safety sake – no large hoops allowed.
Boys -may not wear earrings. All jewelry must be removed before participating in gym class.
- Make-Up
-Girls may not wear make-up. Clear colorless nail polish is permitted. Fake nails are not permitted.
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C. TUITION
Tuition payments will be paid through the SMART tuition program. All tuition inquiries should be made to the parish office.
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D. STATIONERY
Copybooks may be purchased in school for primary grades. All other stationery purchases and requirements for each grade are distributed at the end of the school year for the following year.
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E. VOLUNTEERS
Parent involvement is integral to the success of your children and our school. Parents are encouraged to take an active part in their child’s education by volunteering whenever and wherever possible. All volunteers are required to submit a State Police check, Child Abuse check and attend a Safe Environment Program. Forms may be obtained at the State Police Barracks or at the School.
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F. HOME & SCHOOL
Membership is open to all individuals by applying and paying annual dues ($10.00). A Home and School board is elected and committees are formed with parents who are interested in serving special needs of the school. These serve to enhance the school by fundraising and social interaction. Elections are held every two years and general meetings are held four times a year.
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IV. STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
A. PROBLEM SOLVING STEPS: Teachers will discuss with students
- Ignore
- Ask to Stop
- Walk Away
- Report
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B. TELEPHONE
The school phone is for office use only. Students may use the phone only in case of an emergency. Permission will not be given for students to call home for forgotten supplies or to communicate social plans. Please do not request that a child phone home during or after school for any reason. If it is necessary to communicate a message, the parents are expected to phone the school. The message will then be forwarded to the student. Children are not allowed cell phones in school.
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C. DISCIPLINE
The students who attend St. Isidore’s School are expected to respect themselves and others. In relationships with other members of the school community they must exhibit a truly Christian attitude. Through self-discipline, a student refrains from behavior, which would disrupt or hinder the learning atmosphere of the school. We are sensitive to the fact that the ideal is to have students develop self-discipline, but responsibility dictates that we incorporate an organized structured, discipline code to enable us to respond with consistency to failures in self-discipline that occur within a school setting. Discipline is enforced in order to help the student change an unacceptable behavior to an acceptable one. Parental cooperation and support for the teachers is expected.
1. Procedure for Demerits
Your child’s personal development and behavior grade on their report card will reflect the demerits received. The accumulation of demerits will last a trimester. When a student receives a demerit, it is to be signed by the parent or guardian on the night the demerit is issued and returned to school the following day. The amount of demerits given is based on the severity of the action. The following is a list of reasons for a demerit to be given:
- a) Books or Supplies:
- Not having proper books or supplies for class
- b) Cafeteria Behavior:
- Throwing food, loud boisterous sounds, or any unsuitable behavior.
- c) Cheating:
- Copying another’s work or giving a teacher good reason to suspect cheating.
- d) Damaging Property:
- Breaking or defacing anything on school or church grounds. This includes textbooks and desks.
- e) Defiance (Deliberate disobedience)
- f) Disturbance:
- Any conduct that disturbs others during class, i.e. passing notes, slamming books, unnecessary noises, talking to self or others, exploding pens, etc.
- g) Disrespect:
- Any improper behavior toward any adult or another student, i.e. talking back, being "fresh"
- h) Dress Code Violation:
- Any infraction of the school dress code
- i) Fighting
- j) Forgery:
- Signing a parent’s name to any school paper or handing in a paper known to be forged by someone else.
- k) Gum Chewing:
- Chewing gum at anytime on school/church grounds, field trips, or outside activities.
- l) Consistently tardy
- m) Returning Demerits:
- Failure to return a demerit
- n) Incomplete homework/homework not done, unsigned test (after 2 days)
- o) Bringing Electronic Equipment to School without permission:
- i.e. Walkman, electronic games, cellular phones, etc
- * Palm pilots may be used at the discretion of teachers
- p) Out of Bounds:
- Being at the wrong place at the wrong time. i.e. leaving school property without permission.
- q) Any other behavior which needs attention that is not specifically mentioned on the above list: i.e. harassment of any students towards each other, teasing or name calling, etc.
Accumulation of 4 demerits will result in after school detention -3:15 PM to 4:15 PM.
3. Suspension
A serious infraction of a school policy may result in the suspension of a student. There are two types of suspensions: an "in-school suspension" (12 demerits) and an "out-of-school suspension" (16 demerits).
If a student receives an "in-school suspension", he/she will remain in school and complete his/her days assignments in another room. If an "out-of-school" suspension is given, the student will remain at home for a designated time period. All class work for the day/s the suspension is effective is to be completed by the student and signed by the parent.
When a child is suspended, parents are notified by a telephone call and a letter, which must be signed and returned the next day. Suspended students will be under parental supervision during this day. At least one parent is required to come to school and meet with school administration before the student is readmitted to class. A written report of the incident will include:
1) an explanation of the incident which warranted the suspension
2) the consequences
3) a summary of the meeting with the parents.
The report will become part of the school’s files.
4. Expulsion
After a student has been suspended twice, (in-school/out-school suspension) he/she is eligible for dismissal. A formal letter to parents will be sent home with the child.
Immediate expulsion may take place without two suspensions, depending on the degree of the infraction and its result. Dismissals will take place after situations are investigated and evaluated by School Administration and the Pastor.
5. Threatening/Harassing Policy-PLEASE DISCUSS WITH YOUR CHILD
It is the intent of the school to provide an educational environment free from all forms of improper threats, intimidation, hostility, and offensive and inappropriate behavior. Such improper conduct, verbal or written derogatory or discriminatory statements, and behavior otherwise not conducive to the educational and religious mission of the school. These include, but are not limited to:
--disrespectful behavior of any kind toward or about any staff, student or other parent or student.
--insubordination
--bomb scares or triggering other false alarms
--cheating or plagiarism
--use or possession of drugs or alcohol
--smoking
--stealing
--intimidation, harassment, or threats of any kind
--weapons
These categories do not cover every possible situation. The school is responsible for determining what is appropriate or in appropriate behavior, both in and out of the classroom, in the school community generally, and outside the school community where such improper behavior affects the school community.
Conduct by students or parents/guardians, or anyone acting on their behalf, incompatible with the educational and religious mission of the school is grounds for disciplinary action, including but not limited to immediate dismissal of the student, as well as reporting the incident to the appropriate legal authorities where appropriate.
In addition, in the case of threats of violence or harassment, in any form, including oral, written, or electronic, by a student against any member of the school community, the student, if suspended but not dismissed, may be required to have psychological or psychiatric clearance before returning to school.
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D. HOMEWORK
Homework is vital to the reinforcement of the concepts presented during the school day. It may be assigned in written and/or study form. Parents are encouraged to foster good study habits in their children providing a quiet atmosphere and by demanding neatness, accuracy and completeness.
The following time allotments are suggested for homework:
Grades 1-2 ..........................................30 minutes
Grades 3-4............................................60 minutes
Grades 5-6............................................90 minutes
Grades 7-8............................................120 minutes
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V. SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
A. STUDENT COUNCIL
In order to foster leadership potential St. Isidore School belongs to the Catholic Association of Student Councils. Leadership positions are open to students in Grades 7 and 8. Classroom representatives are composed of students in Grades 4 -8. The purpose of this organization is to foster Christian Values and give witness to the community of St. Isidore Parish.
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B. BAND –
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D. ROSARY – Offered to all students interested in praying the Rosary at lunch recess time.
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E. CYO – Offered to students in grades 4 through High School. Sports offered are Volleyball, softball, baseball and basketball.
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PLEASE NOTE: This book is meant to be a guideline for school policy and services. The principal of St. Isidore may use her discretion in applying the guidelines where flexibility is necessary to meet the educational needs of the school and the students.
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