St. Mary Catholic School 502 East Warner Avenue Guthrie, OK 73044 (405) 282-2071 St. Mary School 2018-2019 Parent/Student Handbook 2018-2019
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St. Mary Catholic School502 East Warner Avenue
Guthrie, OK 73044(405) 282-2071
2018-2019Parent/Student Handbook
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Dear Parents and Students,
“What greater work is there than training the mind and forming the habits of the young?”
St. John Chrysostom
Welcome to St. Mary Catholic School! In choosing St. Mary School, you have demonstrated a commitment to the values and philosophy of a Catholic education.
The Parent/Student Handbook reflects the policies of St. Mary School for the 2017-20178school year. Please read this document carefully and sign the attached agreement. This agreement states that you intend to abide by the policies of St. Mary School during the 2017-2018 school year.
The faculty and staff of St. Mary School look forward to working with you to promote academic excellence and spiritual development in the context of the teachings of the Catholic Church.
Together let us pray that God, who has begun this good work in us, may carry it through to completion.
God bless you,
Jacque CookPrincipal
St. Mary Catholic School502 East Warner Avenue
Guthrie, OK 73044(405) 282-2071
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St. Mary School
St. Mary School is a pre-Kindergarten through Grade 8 Catholic Elementary and Middle School under the Oklahoma Archdiocesan Schools Office.
The curriculum stresses academic achievement within a Christian community where the child feels that he/she is loved and respected by his/her peers as well as the teacher. Vatican II texts are used so that our theology is in compliance with the bishops of the world. United with each other in meaningful liturgy and prayer, the students can further come to an understanding of the Christian life. At St. Mary, we are attempting to "teach as Jesus did."
The Diocesan curriculum guidelines, consistent with the State of Oklahoma guidelines, are followed for the teaching of all secular subject areas. The curriculum is marked by current content and fresh approaches to methodology. There is emphasis on principles rather than fact, on learning through problem solving rather than by precept. We strive to offer a program which makes use of many sources of reading material, a wide variety of audio-visual and technology tools and a multi-text approach to the content areas.
History
St. Mary School opened on September 26, 1889 as the first Catholic school in the Oklahoma Territory. Sister Alphonsa Reid, the founding Principal of St. Mary, along with two other Benedictine nuns braved the challenges inherent to Oklahoma Territory. Over the next 100 years the educators and volunteers of St. Mary have continued to offer Benedictine hospitality to all who enter.
Mission Statement of St. Mary School
St. Mary School is a vital part of the mission of St. Mary Catholic Church. St. Mary School mission is to instill in each child a desire to seek and share God's wisdom, knowledge, and truth.
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Philosophy
Rooted in the Benedictine tradition upon which St. Mary was established, we exist to provide the best academic and spiritual formation to all. Placing God first in our lives and loving others as we love ourselves, we endeavor to teach the Gospel message by modeling it for our students so that they will worship more genuinely and embrace lives of service within our community.
1. To develop the total Christian personality by instilling in the students a respect for life and reverence for Christian living.
2. To develop within the school a strong religious education program based on Catholic Theology, Scripture, Liturgical experience, and service so that each child will grow and develop in the Christian way of life.
3. To facilitate the intellectual, social, and physical development of each child through a variety of instructional methods such as small and large group instruction, departmental classes, and other tools for basic knowledge and formation.
4. To aid students in evaluation of their own capabilities and vocational possibilities.
It is the consensus of the faculty that every human being has a right to pursue knowledge corresponding with his/her dignity and God-given ability, regardless of background or gender. In the early stages of life, education is often of the utmost importance because through education and guidance the children of today become the Catholic citizens of tomorrow.
The Parent-Student Handbook is arranged in alphabetical order beginning on page 4.
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Absence
When a student is absent from school, a parent should call the office by 10:00 AM each day of the absence. If the office does not receive a call, a parent will be contacted. This policy is for the protection of the St. Mary students and is aligned with the state statutes of the state of Oklahoma. (Oklahoma School Law 1998)
Students who become ill at school, are vomiting, have diarrhea and/or a temperature of 99.5 or more will be sent home. In order to protect the health of the entire school community, students who are sent home during the school day must be symptom free for the 24 hours before they are allowed to return to school.
A written statement giving reasons for the absence or tardiness must be brought to the student’s teacher upon the student’s return. These notes/letters will be retained in the office for one year. Should absence for any reason other than illness seem imperative, parents are requested to consult with the Principal and present a written reason for the absence.
The school calendar provides for extended weekends throughout the school year. Parents are encouraged to schedule trips or family outings during these times so as to eliminate the need to interrupt a child’s learning process. Missed assignments are the student’s responsibility.
Students who are absent due to illness have one day for each day of absence to make up the missed assignments, quizzes or tests. For example, a student who was absent three days would be given three school days to complete the missed work.
When a student is absent for two or more days, a parent may call the school office before 9:30 AM to arrange for homework assignments. Homework assignments may be picked up at the school office between 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
For short absences, students should make arrangements with classmates regarding assignments. Students may also receive missed assignments from their teacher when they return to school.
Arrangements for regular classroom tests missed because of an absence are to be made with the individual teachers. These tests must be taken within one week of the original test date.
Excessive absence (30) days or the equivalent of 30 days including tardies, can be cause for a student to be retained in the current grade for another year. *See next section for fees associated with excessive tardies.
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Absence During the School Day
Students needing medical appointments during school hours require a written note by the parent. Parents are required to sign out their child. If the child returns to school during the same school day, he/she must be signed back into school in the office. Students who are away from school for an appointment for 3 ½ hours or more will be counted as absent for ½ a day. Three (3) early withdrawals each of which are less than 3 ½ hours are considered a one-half day absence. Students who are tardy more than 40 times will be charged an administrative fee of $5 per tardy or early withdrawal due to the excessive time and paperwork involved.
Academic Information
Curriculum
The Diocesan curriculum guidelines, consistent with the State of Oklahoma guidelines, are followed for the teaching of all secular subject areas.
St. Mary School offers students opportunities for growth in the following major subjects:_________________________________________________________
Religion
Catholic doctrine and tradition, Bible study, Social Justice, preparation for the reception of the Sacraments of Reconciliation, and Eucharist.
Liturgical services are held each Wednesday for the entire school community.
Computer Literacy
Word Processing, Data Base, Spread Sheets, Effective Use of Social Media, and Integration with Curricular Subjects.
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Fine Arts
Music, Visual Arts, Art, and Band.
Handwriting
Beginning the second semester of 3rd Grade, students are expected to submit all handwritten work in cursive using the Zaner-Bloser® handwriting method.
Language Arts
Reading, English, Spelling, Vocabulary, Composition, Library Skills, and Appreciation of Literature.
Mathematics
Mathematics Skills, Pre-Algebra, and Algebra I for eligible students. In order to allow teachers to meet students’ individual needs in mathematics instruction, students are able to move up to the next grade after an initial evaluation period at the beginning of each year. The evaluation includes: Student math averages, ITBS math stanine
scores, and teacher recommendation based on observations of student skills, effort, and ability determine placement.
Grade 7At the end of Grade 6, students will be placed into instructional math groups according to their final math average, standardized test averages, and teacher recommendation based on observation of student skills, effort, and ability. Based on these criteria, students will be placed in either Pre-Algebra OR Comprehensive 7th Grade Math.
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Grade 8At the end of Grade 7, students in Pre-Algebra will be eligible to take Algebra I based on the following:
Final average of at least 86% in Pre-Algebra Standardized Composite Math score from the previous school year. Recommendation from teacher indicating the student has demonstrated a
strong work ethic, consistently completed homework, and displays the ability to master Algebra I course material.
Upon meeting the criteria listed above, students will be placed in Algebra I in their eighth grade year. This placement is probationary and contingent upon ongoing acceptable performance in the Algebra I class. This is a high school level course and can be used for high school credit.
Students not eligible to take Algebra I according to the criteria outlined above will be placed in Pre-Algebra
Physical Education
Physical fitness programs appropriate for each grade.
Science
General Sciences and Laboratory Experiences.
Social Studies
History, Geography, Economics, State History, and Current Events.
Spanish/Chinese
Vocabulary, common expressions, grammar, conversation, and culture.
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Academic Probation
A student whose academic performance indicates serious deficiencies may be placed on academic probation. Students on academic probation will be placed on a two week improvement plan. At the end of the two week period, the student’s academic progress will be assessed. Students whose average is an F will not be allowed to participate in sports, extra classroom experiences, or go on field trips.
Accreditation
St. Mary School is accredited by the Oklahoma Conference of Catholic Schools Accrediting Association which is recognized by the Oklahoma State Department of Education. St. Mary is a member of the National Catholic Education Association.
Admission Information
Nondiscriminatory Policy
St. Mary School Catholic School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, ethnicity, national origin, or disability in the administration of its educational policies, or athletic and other school-administered programs, including student admission.
As openings become available, the following priorities will be used to accept students to St. Mary School:
1. Members of St. Mary or St. Margaret Mary Parishes 2. Members of other parishes3. Non-Catholic students
Children entering Pre-K must be three (3) years of age by September 1st.
Children entering Kindergarten must be five (5) years of age bySeptember 1st. Students will be conditionally accepted into Kindergarten with full acceptance contingent on displayed readiness.
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At the time of registration, all new students seeking admission to St. Mary School are evaluated on the basis of current standardized test scores and report cards.
Requirements include:*Verification of active parish affiliation/stewardship
+Use of weekly envelopes *Health Records*Students enrolled after the 2015-2016 SY are required to have Current
Immunization Records on file in the school office. See the full Archdiocese Health Policy at the end of this document
DTP/Dtap (Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis) 5 doses OPV/IPV (Polio) 4 doses MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) 2 doses Var (Varicella) 1 dose HIB (Haemophilus Influenza) 4 doses Hep B (Hepatitis B) 3 doses Hep A (Hepatitis A) 2 doses (one dose at ages 4 to 6, and then another dose one month later ) TDap- booster before entering the 7th grade *Birth Certificate
*Baptismal Certificate (Catholic applicants only)*Report Cards
*Copies of any custody agreements *Standardized Test Results*Record of IEP
Students applying for Admission in Grades 1-8 must present a copy of the current report card and standardized test results. These will be reviewed to determine whether the program at St. Mary School will meet the educational needs of the students. An interview with the student may be part of the admission process.
All new students will be given a trial period of not less than one semester in which to prove himself/herself both socially and academically. If during this trial period there are any problems, a student may be asked to withdraw his/her attendance at St. Mary School. The recommendation and decision of the school is final.
Non-Catholic students whose parents accept the philosophy of St, Mary School will be accepted on a space available basis.
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Financial Obligations
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FORMS are available at the school office.
Tuition and fees are paid through Smart Tuition®.
Payment Options: (Please read carefully as our payment options have changed.) Pay in full by August 1, or Pay ½ annual tuition by August 1, and the remainder by January 1, 2014, or Pay ¼ annual tuition by Aug. 1, Nov. 1, Jan. 1 and April 1, or 10 monthly payments begin in August.
Enrollment/Re-Enrollment The $180.00 Enrollment Fee for returning students must be submitted with the application. Returning students must reserve their spot by paying the Enrollment Fee by the date designated. All Enrollment Fees are NON-REFUNDABLE. Enrollment increases to $300 after May 1
Withdrawal Policy Families must notify the school in writing if a student is withdrawn from the school. Registered students who withdraw during the first quarter are responsible for 2/4 of the full
tuition amount. Registered students who withdraw during the 2nd quarter are responsible for 3/4 of the full tuition
amount. Registered students who withdraw during the 3rd or 4th quarter are responsible for the full tuition
amount. The school will not forward records for students who withdraw with an outstanding balance.
Transfers within the Archdiocese:St. Mary School shares in the ministry of Catholic education and is an integral part of the system of schools within our Archdiocese. Therefore, we do not accept students who have any outstanding financial obligations, such as unpaid tuition, after school care, book fees, etc. Once remaining financial obligations are cleared, St. Mary School will consider students for enrollment.
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Allergy Policy
St. Mary School recognizes that asthma is a serious condition affecting many school children and positively welcomes all pupils with asthma. The school encourages children with asthma to achieve their potential in all aspects of school life by having a clear policy that is understood by school staff and pupils. Teachers and new staff are also made aware of the policy.
1. Asthma MedicationImmediate access to reliever inhalers is vital. Children are encouraged to carry their reliever inhaler. Parents are asked to ensure that the school is provided with a labeled spare reliever inhaler. All inhalers must be labeled with the child's name by the parent.
2. Record KeepingAt the beginning of each school year, or when a child joins St. Mary Catholic School, parents are asked to submit a child’s medical record. From this information the school keeps its asthma register which is available for all school staff. If medication changes in between times, parents are required to inform the school.
3. The School EnvironmentThe school does all that it can to ensure its environment is favorable to children with asthma or allergies. The school is an e-cigarette, vape and tobacco-free environment. This policy extends to all clergy, congregants, employees, volunteers, clients, customers, visitors, vendors, contractors, students and others at St. Mary. As far as possible the school does not use chemicals in science and art lessons that are potential triggers for children with asthma.
4. Food Allergy Policy
St. Mary School recognizes that life threatening food allergies are an important condition affecting many school children and positively welcomes all pupils with food allergies. In order to minimize the incidence of life threatening allergic reactions, St. Mary School will maintain a system-wide procedure for addressing life threatening allergic reactions and maintain an Emergency Action Plan for any student(s) whose parent/guardian, and physicians have informed the school in writing that the student(s) has a potentially life threatening allergy.
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5. Classrooms
Teachers must be familiar with the Emergency Action Plan of students in their classes and respond to emergencies as per the emergency protocol documented in the Emergency Action Plan.
In the event of a suspected allergic reaction (where there is no known allergic history), the school’s Emergency Response Plan is activated. The emergency medical services will be called immediately.
The classrooms have easy communication with the school office.
Information will be kept about students’ food allergies in the classroom and in the substitute emergency folder, accessible by teachers, substitutes or other responsible adults.
All teachers and substitutes will be educated about the risk of food allergies.
A parent or guardian of a student with food allergies is responsible for providing all food for his/her own child. Snacks will be kept in a separate snack box or chest provided by the parent or guardian.
Tables will be washed with soap and water following any food related events held in the classroom.
Proper hand cleaning techniques will be taught and encouraged before and after the handling/consumption of food.
Asbestos Management Plan
Our school is in compliance with the United States Environmental Protection Agency regulations in regards to asbestos inspection and management. There is an approved plan on file in the school office for public review at any time. This public notice fulfills requirements for the school year 2015-2016.
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Awards
Spirit of St. Mary AwardGrades Pre-K through Grade 2Grades 3 and 8
*Student exemplifies the spirit of the mission of St. Mary School.Criteria:
+Spirit of reverence+Academic effort+Appropriate conduct+Academic achievement (A’s and B’s)+Respect for others+Integrity+Evidence of service (willingness to help)+Exhibits leadership+Goes above and beyond the norm
Pope Francis Award for Excellence in ReligionGrades PreK – 8
Criteria:+Academic effort+Appropriate conduct+Academic achievement (A’s and B’s)+Exhibits interest in the Catholic faith+Goes above and beyond the norm
St. Vincent de Paul Service AwardGrades 6 – 8
Criteria:+Commitment to service outside of school above and beyond the classroom
St. Homobonus Award for Excellence in BuisnessGrades 6 – 8
Criteria: +Displays effort and cooperation in class
+Academic Achievement (A’s and B’s)+Exhibits interest in Social Studies+Active participation in class+Goes above and beyond what is expected in the curriculum
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St. Cecelia Award for Excellence in Music
Grades 2 – 5 Criteria:
+Displays effort and cooperation in class+Academic Achievement (A’s and B’s)+True love for Music performance and learning+Active participation in Musical Programs+Goes above and beyond what is expected in the curriculum
St. Albert Award for Excellence in Science
Grades 1 – 8 Criteria:
+Displays effort and cooperation in class+Academic Achievement (A’s and B’s)+Exhibits interest in applied Science+Active participation in class+Goes above and beyond what is expected in the curriculum
St. Thomas More Award for Excellence in Social Studies
Grades 2 – 8 Criteria:+Displays effort and cooperation in class+Academic Achievement (A’s and B’s)+Exhibits interest in Social Studies+Active participation in class+Goes above and beyond what is expected in the curriculum
St. Thomas Aquinas Award for Excellence in Math
Grades 1 through 8Criteria:
+Displays effort and cooperation in class+Academic Achievement (A’s and B’s)+Exhibits interest in Math+Active participation in class+Goes above and beyond what is expected in the curriculum
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St. Paul Award for Excellence in Language Arts
Grades 2 through 8Criteria:
+Displays effort and cooperation in class+Academic Achievement (A’s and B’s)+Exhibits interest in Language Arts+Active participation in class+Goes above and beyond what is expected in the curriculum
St. Sebastian Award for Excellence in Physical Education
Grades K – 8 Criteria:
+Displays effort and cooperation in class+Academic Achievement (A’s and B’s)+Exhibits interest in applied Physical Education+Active participation in class+Goes above and beyond what is expected in the curriculum
St. Joseph Award for Excellence in Art
Grades 1 – 8 Criteria:
+Displays effort and cooperation in class+Academic Achievement (A’s and B’s)+Exhibits interest in Art+Active participation in class+Goes above and beyond what is expected in the curriculum
St. Clare Award for Excellence in Computer
Grades 3 – 8 Criteria:
+Displays effort and cooperation in class+Academic Achievement (A’s and B’s)+Exhibits interest in Computer+Active participation in class+Goes above and beyond what is expected in the curriculum
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Our Lady of Guadalupe Award for Excellence in Spanish
Grades 2– 8Criteria:
+Displays effort and cooperation in class+Academic Achievement (A’s and B’s)+Exhibits interest in Spanish+Active participation in class+Goes above and beyond what is expected in the curriculum
St. Theresa of the Holy Child Award for Excellence in Chinese
Grades PreK– 1Criteria:
+Displays effort and cooperation in class+Academic Achievement (A’s and B’s)+Exhibits interest in Chinese+Active participation in class+Goes above and beyond what is expected in the curriculum
St. Mary Outstanding Educator Award - nominated by peers
Criteria:+Spiritual Leadership+Educational Excellence+Current Pedagogy+Educating the whole child intellectually, socially, and
spiritually+Creates an instructional environment that supports diverse
learning styles+Uses multiple instructional strategies+Collegial relationship with peers+Implements technology+School and community involvement+Continued professional development
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Before/After CareEnrollment Fee: $10 per studentBefore Care: 7:00 a.m. – 7:45 a.m. $2.50 per day per studentAfter Care: 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. $3.50 per day per student 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. $5.00 additional day per student
Bicycles
Bicycles may be ridden to school but should be walked to the bike rack and locked for safety. The school is not responsible for loss or damage to bicycles.
Birthday Observances
Students in Grades Pre-K through Grade 8 may come to school dressed out-of uniform on their birthday or half-birthday if they have a summer birthday. In addition, birthday treats may be brought to school for students in their class. Check with the teacher at least two days before to decide on an appropriate time.
Blogs
Engagement in online blogs such as, but not limited to, Snapchat® and Facebook®, Instagram®, etc. may result in disciplinary actions if the content of the student or parent’s blog includes defamatory comments or pictures regarding the school, the faculty, other students or the parish.
Buckley Amendment
St. Mary School adheres to the Buckley Amendment (Family Education Rights and Privacy Act) in regard to student records and the rights of non-custodial parents. It is the responsibility of the parents to share any official custodial information determined through the courts. Official custodial agreements will be kept in a confidential file in the office of the principal.
Bullying and Cyberbullying
St. Mary School attempts to provide a safe environment for all individuals. Verbal or written threats made against the physical or emotional well-being of any individual are taken very seriously. Students making such threats (seriously or in jest or online) face detention, suspension, and/or expulsion.
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Cell Phones If a student needs a cell phone after school due to walking home from school, entering a house where no one is home, or attending sport practices or games, he/she should bring the cell phone to the office upon arrival in the morning to park the cell phone in the off position for the day. The cell phone may be picked up by the student at dismissal. At no time during the day should a cell phone be in a student’s locker or in his/her possession. Items taken away from students will only be returned to the parent(s)/guardian(s). The school is not responsible for loss or damage to cell phones.
Charter for the Protection of Children and Youth
St. Mary Catholic School follows the Archdiocesan safe environment policies and programs. Every adult who has regular contact with students is required to complete a volunteer application and submit to a criminal background check. In addition, each volunteer is required to attend Safe Environment Training.
Cheating
Cheating of any type will not be tolerated. Students who choose to cheat face a failing grade, detention, suspension, and/or expulsion. A student athlete who is involved in cheating will also be unable to participate in sports.
Child Abuse Laws
St. Mary School abides by the Child Abuse laws of the State of Oklahoma. This law mandates that all cases of suspected abuse and/or neglect be reported to Child Protective Services.
Class Size
Classes with more than 20 students will be assigned an aide. Other arrangements may be made if a class is exceptionally large.
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Computer and Internet Usage Policy
Computers are available at St. Mary’s for student use in the computer lab, classrooms, and the library. All students must abide by the rules set forth. The use of school computers is a privilege. Vandalism will result in cancellation of privileges. Users may not move, repair, reconfigure, modify, or attach external devices to the system. Any malicious attempt to harm or destroy data of another user, the Internet system, or the school network will not be tolerated. Students may not load or download software to or from the school computer system. In addition, students are not allowed to change screen savers, backgrounds, or other computer configurations. Unauthorized copying of software for use is against federal law. Anyone caught violating computer policies will lose all privileges and will be disciplined accordingly.
Internet Access
St. Mary Catholic School is in compliance with the Children’s Internet Protection Act. Porn-block software is utilized to prevent viewing of questionable websites and materials. Internet access will be made available on the computers in the lab. The Internet offers vast, diverse, and unique resources for both students and staff. The school’s purpose in providing this service is to promote educational excellence in the school by facilitating research, resource sharing, innovation and communication. St. Mary’s maintains an environment that promotes ethical and responsible conduct in all online activities by students. Anyone who accesses the network must adhere to the established purpose and rules of the network or risk cancellation of privileges and appropriate disciplinary action. All students in grades 2 through 8 must sign an Internet User form. Unacceptable Uses of the Internet and St. Mary Computers: o Using the system for defamatory, inaccurate, abusive, obscene, profane, sexually oriented, threatening, racially offensive or illegal purposes. o Invading the privacy of an individual o Accessing, processing or transmitting any copyrighted material o The attempt to load software from other Internet providers o Using the system in ways that violate federal, state, or local laws o Circumventing security measures on school computers or networks o Changing any computer file that does not belong to the user o Uploading or creating computer viruses o Using another’s password without permission to send messages or to access files or programs
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Crisis Plan
St. Mary has implemented a “crisis plan” in case of a lockdown emergency. All teachers and staff are aware of the procedure to follow to keep your children safe. In the event of such an emergency, circumstances permitting, the proper authorities will be notified and a RenWeb® message will be sent to parents.
Curriculum Assistance
Organizationally challenged students may benefit from Curriculum Assistance. Students recommended for such intervention organization intervention will meet with a designated staff member and or Middle School student volunteer at 3:00 PM each day for a period of 5 to 10 minutes. It is anticipated that students will exit Curriculum Assistance after six weeks of extra assistance. Students who need this program beyond the anticipated six weeks, may be encouraged to seek other out of school organizational programs.
Discipline
Christian Due Process
The students’ interest in receiving a quality, morally based education can be served if students, parents/guardian and school officials work together. Normally, differences between these entities can be resolved. In some rare instances, however, the school may find it necessary, in its discretion, to require parents/guardians to withdraw their child. It shall be an expressed condition of enrollment that the parents/guardians of a student shall also conform themselves to standards of conduct that are consistent with the Christian principles of the school, as determined by the school in its discretion. These principles include, but are not limited to, any policies, principles or procedures set forth in any student/parent handbook of the school.
These Christian principles further include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Parents/guardians are expected to work courteously and cooperatively with the school to assist the student in meeting the academic, moral and behavioral expectations of the school. 2. Students and parents/guardians may respectfully express their concerns about the school operation and its personnel. However, they may not do so in a manner that is discourteous, scandalous, rumor driven, disruptive, threatening, hostile, or divisive. 3. These expectations for students and parents/guardians include, but are not limited to, all school-sponsored programs and events (e.g., extended care, athletics, field trips, etc.)
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Discipline cont.
St. Mary Catholic School understands self-discipline in the light of the Gospels and Jesus’ relationship with his disciples. Jesus empowered his disciples to reflect on their attitude, actions, behaviors and feelings in such a way that they were able to change and grow in the Good News of God’s Love. In the same way, our style of discipline is an approach toward discipleship with Christ. Through discipline, we empower our students to reflect on their behaviors, attitudes, decisions and actions that are Christian or unchristian so that they can choose to change, establish healthy boundaries and limits, and grow in God’s love and become productive citizens.
With that goal in mind, our school implements the 15 skills of the developmental process called, “Discipline with Purpose.”
Basic Skills: Listening, Following Instructions, Questioning, Sharing, Social Skills
Constructive Skills: Cooperation, Reasons for Rules, Completing a Task, Leadership, Communication
Generative Skills: Organization, Resolving Problems, Initiating Solutions, Fact versus Feeling, Service to Others
Opportunities to teach students the 15 self-discipline skills abound within any school day. The teachers model the skills, pre-teach ways to demonstrate the skills, infuse skill language in other curriculum, and they use prepared lesson plans to directly teach the skills. An excellent time to teach the skills is when disruptive behavior occurs. Because teachers believe that confrontation (coming face to face) is a part of their task as disciplinarians, they welcome opportunities to help students help themselves. All disruptive behaviors are routinely handled on the spot by the adult witnessing the behavior. Each teacher works with the students to make sure rules are understood and the reasons for the rules are taught. Students learn that each adult may have different procedures in helping them follow the rules.
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Discipline Cont.
Code of Conduct
No discipline code can ever be written which covers all possible acceptable and unacceptable behaviors. However, this is the main outline of all school and classroom rules: 1. Respect yourself, others, and things. 2. Contribute to the learning environment. 3. Follow school and classroom procedures.
Classroom Management Cycle
Each teacher will have a personal classroom management cycle that is used in dealing with minor infractions of the rules listed above. This management cycle will be taught to the children.
School Discipline Cycle
Occasionally removal from the group or externally imposed discipline is necessary to protect a student and/or the learning environment of the school. This is necessary when a student: 1. Puts self or others in physical or psychological danger. 2. Is irrational or unreasonable. 3. Persists with unacceptable behavior after completing the classroom management cycle. 4. Goes far beyond bounds of respect.
The following pages are discipline policy/procedure for Prek - 2nd and 3rd - 8th :
Note: A transitional policy is used for the second semester of 2nd grade and the first semester of 3rd grade. For a copy of the policy please ask the classroom teacher.
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Preschool-2nd Grade Discipline Policy
St. Mary’s teachers meet the children at their individual stage of development and help each child reach challenging and achievable learning goals. In order to help teachers provide meaningful, relevant, and respectful learning experiences for each child. Our students are expected to follow certain behavioral guidelines including, but not limited to the following: follow directions given by all school staff, respect the rights and property of others in actions and words, keep hands, feet, and objects to self, and use all areas and equipment safely.
Discipline Guidelines
The following general guidelines are to be implemented when a student purpose-fully engages in behaviors that are against the expectations set forth above.
The administration and staff of Saint Mary’s Catholic School recognizes that two situations are rarely the same in every respect, and that it is important to maintain flexibility and to take into account individual circumstances. Factors to be consid-ered include, but are not limited to: developmental stage of student (age, maturity, etc.), seriousness of the offense (length, intensity, severity), the frequency of mis-conduct, the effect of the misconduct on the school environment, the requirements of a student’s Individual Education Plan ( for students with disabilities). Excep-tions may be made by the teacher, in consultation with the principal, based on spe-cific student needs. These will be outlined in an Individual Behavior Plan.
Verbally hurtful behavior can be defined as deliberately harmful speech that is typically both unprovoked and repeated.
If a student engages in mild verbal aggression towards another student or staff member, consequences may be implemented at the discretion of the teacher (con-sidering all relevant circumstances): removal of student from situation, redirection, loss of privileges, lunch detention, behavioral training, in house suspension, age appropriate chores, parental notification etc.
If the above strategies are ineffective, further steps or actions may be implemented; including, but not limited to: behavior intervention plan, behavioral education, sus-pension, expulsion.
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Preschool-2nd Grade Discipline Policy continued…
Physically harmful behavior : a willful act that physically harms another stu-dent or staff member, such as, but not limited to hitting, kicking, biting, spit-ting, pinching, pushing, choking, throwing things, etc.
Isolated incident, mild/moderate: If a student engages in mild physical aggres-sion against another person one time/first time, the following consequences may be implemented at the discretion of the teacher, considering all relevant circum-stances: removal of student from situation, redirection, loss of privileges, lunch de-tention, written parental notification. Isolated incident, severe: If a student engages in severe physical aggression against another person one time/first time, the following consequences will be im-plemented: written parental notification, conference with parent/principal, behavior intervention plan established at the conference, suspension (at the discretion of the principal). Further consequences may be implemented at the discretion of the teacher, considering all relevant circumstances: removal of student from situation, redirection, loss of privileges, lunch detention, behavioral training, in school sus-pension, etc.
Mild Repeat Offense (3 or more physically aggressive acts within a 30 day pe-riod): If a student engages in mild physical aggression against another person 3 or more times within a 30 day time period, the parent will receive written notification and the principal will be informed. If the behavior continues, a conference with parent/principal will be required, and a behavior intervention plan will be estab-lished at the conference. Further consequences may be implemented at the discre-tion of the teacher/principal (consider all relevant circumstances): removal of stu-dent from situation, redirection, loss of privileges, lunch detention, behavioral edu-cation, in school suspension, etc.
Moderate/Severe Repeat Offense (3 or more physically aggressive acts within a 30 day period):If a student engages in moderate/severe physical aggression against another person 3 or more times within a 30 day time period, the following consequences will be implemented: written parental notification, conference with parent/principal, participation in behavioral education at the school, suspension (at the discretion of the principal). Further consequences may be implemented at the discretion of the teacher considering all relevant circumstances: removal of student from situation, loss of privileges, lunch detention, behavioral training, in school suspension, age appropriate chores, etc.
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OUT OF SCHOOL SUSPENSION: Suspension is a step that will be taken only as a last resort when a student’s behavior, even with the implementation of a be-havior intervention plan, continues to significantly disrupt the educational program of other students and/or presents a danger to the student or to other individuals. The principal will take into consideration all circumstances when making the deci-sion to suspend a student. There is no appeal of the Principal’s decision to suspend a student.
EXPULSION: Students may be expelled from the school for serious violation af-ter the above suspension procedures are followed. Expulsion can occur without first using suspension. The principal will take into consideration all circumstances when making the decision to expel a student. There is no appeal of a decision to expel a student. EXCEPTIONS TO THE DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURESThe Principal may make exceptions to the written disciplinary procedures where in his/her judgment such exception is warranted.
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The objectives of St. Mary’s Catholic School are to inspire Christian values and re-spect for others, stimulate a love for learning and intellectual capacity, acquaint children with church teachings and gospel values, nurture and foster the diverse gifts of each child, and form a community that teaches respect, compassion, and service. St. Mary’s teachers meet the children at their individual stage of develop-ment and help each child meet challenging and achievable learning goals. By con-tinually observing children’s play and interaction with the physical environment and others, our teachers learn about each child’s interests, abilities, and develop-mental progress. We get to know the children’s families and learn about the values, expectations, and factors that shape their lives at home and in their communities. In order to help teachers provide meaningful, relevant, and respectful learning experi-ences for each child, our students are expected to follow certain behavioral guide-lines. Students are required to follow directions given by all school staff, respect the rights and property of others in actions and words, keep hands, feet, and objects to self, and use all areas and equipment safely.
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The following general guidelines are to be implemented when a student purpose-fully engages in behaviors that are against the guidelines set forth above.
The administration and staff of Saint Mary’s Catholic School recognizes that two situations are rarely the same in every respect, and that it is important to maintain flexibility and to take into account individual circumstances. Factors to be consid-ered include, but are not limited to: developmental stage of student (age, maturity, etc.), seriousness of the offense (length, intensity, severity), the frequency of mis-conduct, the effect of the misconduct on the school environment, the requirements of a student’s Individual Education Plan (for students with disabilities).
*At any point in the process a conference can be made with parent/teacher/ princi-pal. Participation in anger management skills training at the school may be re-quired.
EXCEPTIONS TO THE DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES The Principal may make exceptions to the written disciplinary procedures where in his/her judgment such exception is warranted.
Physical Aggression
Physical aggression definition: a willful act that physically harms another stu-dent or staff member, such as but not limited to hitting, kicking, biting, spit-ting, pinching, pushing, choking, throwing, etc.
*After each offense a Physical Aggression form will be filled out and the parents will be notified. The parent will sign and return the form.
Three Strikes-after the third offense the student will serve a one day in-school suspension -the student will be responsible for completing all regular assigned work in addi-tion to writing a 500 word essay/apology paper for the class to read.
*After the 3rd in-school suspension the student will be suspended from school for 2 days. Zeros will be given for both days work. A verbal apology will be required from the student to the entire school body upon return to school
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Harmful Play
Harmful Play definition: an act that physically harms another student or staff member, such as but not limited to hitting, kicking, biting, spitting, pinching, pushing, choking, throwing, etc., but is determined to be done without intent to harm or is accidental and has been warned against doing by a teacher and/or peer.
*After each offense a Harmful Play form will be filled out and the parents will be notified. The parent will sign and return the form.
Three Strikes -after the third offence the student will serve one after school detention.The date to be determined by the principal.
*After the 3rd after school detention the student will serve a one day in-school sus-pension. Along with their regular work the will be required to write a 500 word es-say/apology paper for the class to read.
Verbal Aggression
Verbal Aggression: deliberately harmful behavior that is typically both un-provoked and repeated. Examples of verbal aggression include but are not limited to character attack, competence attack, physical appearance attack, self-concept attacks, implicit threats, insults, scolding, teasing, mockery, pro-fanity, etc.
*After each offence a Verbal Aggression form will be filled out and the parents will be notified. The parent will sign and return the form.
Three Strikes -after the third offense the student will serve one after school detention.The date to be determined by the principal.
*After the 3rd after school detention the student will serve a one day in-school sus-pension. Along with their regular work the will be required to write a 500 word es-say/apology paper for the class to read.
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Detention
Detention may be issued for a breach of classroom and/or school rules. Parents are provided with an emailed Detention Form notification. If email is not available the parent will be notified by phone. The day, date, and time of the detention are at the discretion of the Principal who monitors the detention. Detention takes precedence over appointments, practices, lessons, tutoring, ballgames, etc.
Suspension
Students who are given an in-school suspension will be required to report to school each day and work with a substitute teacher paid ($75.00) by the suspended student’s parents. Students who receive an out-of-school suspension will not be allowed on campus during the time of their suspension. Students must complete all class work and tests from the days of suspension but failing grades will be recorded for this work.
Expulsion
Expulsion is an extremely serious matter. Students who pose a threat to themselves or to others may be expelled from St. Mary School. Students who have been expelled will not be allowed to return to the school without prior permission from the Principal.
Students whose parents have violated the Parents as Partners agreement in this handbook may also be excluded from St. Mary School.
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Drugs and Alcohol
1. Any teacher who knows or suspects that a student is in possession of, under the influence of, or distributing illegal controlled substances or alcohol must notify the principal immediately. 2. The principal will immediately contact the student’s parents/guardians to take the student home. 3. The student will be suspended from school for a period of three (3) days. 4. To be reinstated, the student and at least one parent or guardian must attend an approved Parent-Student Drug Education Program. Evidence of the program’s completion must be provided to the Principal. 5. Students possessing, using, under the influence of, or distributing illegal controlled substances or alcohol on the school grounds or at a school activity for a second time are subject to expulsion.
Emergency Drills
State Law requires that fire drills be held monthly. During the fire drills, students should follow these regulations:
1. Rise in silence when the alarm sounds;2. Walk to the assigned place briskly, in single file at all times, and in silence;3. Return to building when signal is given.
Tornado drills are held periodically. The procedures are:
1. Rise in silence when the alarm sounds;2. Walk briskly to the assigned place in single file;3. Sit, face wall, and put hands over head;4. Return to classroom when signal is given.
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Field Trips1. Field trips are designed to correlate with teaching units and to achieve
curricular goals.2. Field trips are re-evaluated each year to determine the trips compatibility
with curricular goals.3. A field trip is a privilege and not a right.4. All grades do not always have the same number of field trips.5. Field trips are permissible for all grades when advanced planning, location,
and the experience insure a successful learning opportunity.6. Individual teachers, in consultation with the Administration, reserve the
right to restrict or deny student participation on any field trip due to, but not limited to, poor academic performance and/or poor conduct.
7. A written official permission slip, signed by the parent, is required before a child will be permitted to attend a field trip activity. Verbal permission cannot be accepted. Permission slips are due in the office forty-eight hours after the parent or guardian has received the permission slip.
8. A field trip permission slip is printed at the end of this book. This is the only format that may be used to allow a student to leave school during school hours. If your child fails to bring his/her permission slip home, you may tear out and use or copy the form provided. Call the school for information needed to complete the form. Note: a fax does not take the place of an original signature.
9. A telephone call will not be accepted in lieu of the proper field trip permission slip.
10.Parents may refuse to permit their child from participating in a field trip by stating so on the proper form. Students who do not attend a field trip will remain at home with the parent and will be marked absent for the day.
11.All monies collected for the field trip are non-refundable.12.Parents who are not “official” chaperones may not drive their car to a field
trip destination with the plan of accompanying the class on the field trip. Our risk management insurance company insures the “official” chaperones and participation by unofficial chaperones jeopardizes the protection for our students and all other “official” adults on the trip. All chaperones must complete Safe-Environment Training.
13.Parents who chaperone a field trip may not bring pre-school or school-age siblings, who are not currently enrolled at St. Mary, on the field trip.
14.All chaperones must be 25 years of age or older. 15. NO STOPS MAY BE MADE ON THE WAY TO OR FROM AN OUTING.
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Gifts
Students should not exchange individual gifts at school. This gesture only creates hurt feelings among other students.
Invitations for slumber parties or birthday parties should be sent to the homes of students via the U.S. Mail unless an invitation is being given to every student in the entire grade.
Grading Scale
A = 93 – 100B = 85 – 92C = 75– 84D = 70 – 74F = 69 or below
Students achieving a 4.0 grade point average will be listed on the Pastor’s honor roll. Students achieving a 3.5 grade point average will be listed on the Principal’s Honor Roll.
Gum
Students should not chew gum at school at any time that they are at school. This includes before school, during school, and after school. Disciplinary action will occur for students who are chewing gum during the school day.
Harassment
Harassment of any type is not tolerated. The Principal investigates all complaints of harassment. Students involved in harassing behavior face detention, suspension, and/or expulsion.
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Head Lice
Any student found to have head lice is sent home for treatment. The student will not be allowed to return to school until all nits have been removed and the possibility of infecting other students is gone. Students should not share hats, combs, coats and other items that may encourage the spread of head lice. Contact your child's physician, the school secretary, or the Logan County Health Department for assistance in treating head lice.
Health Screenings
A health screening, conducted by Logan County Health Department, is held once a year to test for hearing difficulties for students in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 8. Oklahoma Senate Bill 1765 requires students in Kindergarten, first, and third grades to undergo a vision screening. The parents should arrange this screening with a qualified doctor. Scoliosis screening is conducted for students in Grade 5. Parents are notified of the outcome.
HIV/AIDS
St. Mary follows Archdiocesan policy regarding HIV/AIDS. Copies of the policy are available by request through the school office.
Home-School Communication
In order to insure that all communication from school reaches home in a timely manner, St. Mary School uses a Thursday folder and an email system. Official folders containing correspondence and graded assignments are sent home on Thursdays and should be returned the following school day. Your child is responsible for emptying the contents of his/her envelope when it is returned to their homeroom. There is a $2.00 replacement charge for envelopes that are lost. Information is not sent home if the Thursday folder has not been returned. Weekly agendas and homework information is sent via email on Mondays. Official school-wide emergency communications are sent using the School Connect® push message system. Teachers may also use School Connect® to send out reminders of upcoming events and projects.
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Homework
Formal home-study is assigned to help students become self-reliant and self-directed. Assignments are designed to reinforce daily lessons, to supplement and enrich class work, and to prepare for certain lessons through various experiences.
Since each student has different capabilities and interests, it would be difficult to denote the specific amount of time to be spent on an assignment. If a problem arises, the teacher should be contacted.
Homework may be assigned to students Monday through Thursday. Although homework will not be assigned to elementary students on Friday evening, students in Middle School may expect some weekend homework.
Homework due to Vacations/Planned Absences
The school calendar provides for extended weekends throughout the school year. Parents are encouraged to schedule trips or family outings during these times so as to eliminate the need to interrupt a child’s learning process. Missed assignments are the student’s responsibility.
Teachers are not required to give make-up tests or assignments for absences due to vacations. No assignment will be given in anticipation of the vacation.
Homework Policy Due to Illness
When a student is absent for two or more days, a parent may call the school office before 9:30 AM to arrange for homework assignments. Homework assignments may be picked up at the school office between 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
For short absences, students should make arrangements with classmates regarding assignments. Students may also receive missed assignments from their teacher when they return to school.
Students will be allowed one day for each day of absence due to illness. For example, a student who was absent three days should be given three school days to complete the missed work.
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In-School Illness
Parents will be called to pick up their student if the student is showing signs of:Fever (99.5°F – 101°F)Chicken pox Strep throat Vomiting and/or diarrhea Skin infections Eye infections Parasitic infections such as lice or scabies For the wellbeing of the entire school community, students need to be fever and symptom free for 24 hours before returning to school.
Late work & corrections 1st-2nd Grade
The purpose of St. Mary 1st & 2nd grade Late Work and Corrections Policy is to communicate expectations for student participation in the learning process. Our goal is for 100% of students to experience academic success in all of their coursework. Towards that end, we strive to foster a school-wide climate that rewards and acknowledges hard work, responsibility, persistence, teamwork, and problem solving. In order to reach that goal the following late work policy has been established. -An assignment is to be turned in on the due date set by the teacher. -Five percent of the total possible points will be taken off each day the assignment is late. For example: 100 points possible –Turned in 1 day from due date - 5% off (-5 pts)Turned in 2 days from due date - 10% off (-10 pts)Turned in 3 days from due date - 15% off (-15 pts) - If an assignment is turned in more than seven(7) days past the due date, the highest grade possible is 50% -A notification of missing work will be sent to parents via email. -This does not affect the “Absent Student Policy.” To encourage students to learn from their mistakes, St. Mary allows students to make corrections. Late work may also be corrected. -Daily Work may be corrected up to full credit.
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Late work & Corrections cont.-Corrections will be allowed on any assignment that is below 80%. -Tests may not be corrected.-Performance Assessments may not be corrected. (PA is the final unit assessment of the student's ability to apply the skills taught to a real world situation) -Corrections are due 2 weeks after the due date.
4th-8th GradeThe purpose of St. Mary 4-8th grade Late Work and Corrections Policy is to communicate expectations for student participation in the learning process. Our goal is for 100% of students to experience academic success in all of their coursework. Towards that end, we strive to foster a school-wide climate that rewards and acknowledges hard work, responsibility, persistence, teamwork, and problem solving. In order to reach that goal the following late work policy has been established. -An assignment is to be turned in on the due date set by the teacher. -Ten percent of the total possible points will be taken off each day the assignment is late. For example: 100 points possible –Turned in 1 day from due date - 10% off (-10 pts)Turned in 2 days from due date - 20% off (-20 pts)Turned in 3 days from due date - 30% off (-30 pts)*For classes that do not meet every day (ex. MS Electives) discretion is left up to the teacher and will be disclosed to the students in writing. - If an assignment is turned in more than three days past the due date, the highest grade possible is 50% -A notification of missing work will be sent to parents via email. -This does not affect the “Absent Student Policy.” To encourage students to learn from their mistakes, St. Mary allows students to make corrections. Late work may not be corrected. -Corrections are encouraged on any assignment up to half credit. -The due date is set by the teacher. -Tests may not be corrected. -Performance Assessments may not be corrected. (PA is the final unit assessment of the student's ability to apply the skills taught to a real world situation) Any late work will not be accepted after unit completion. (A performance
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assessment signifies the end of a unit.) These dates will be posted in the classroom newsletter.
3rd Grade TransitionalThe following policy for 3rd grade is effective during 1st Semester only. After Christmas the 3rd grade students will be held to the same standards as 4th-8th.The differences are in red. -An assignment is to be turned in on the due date set by the teacher. -Five percent of the total possible points will be taken off each day the assignment is late. For example: 100 points possible –Turned in 1 day from due date - 5% off (-5 pts)Turned in 2 days from due date - 10% off (-10 pts)Turned in 3 days from due date - 15% off (-15 pts) - If an assignment is turned in more than three days past the due date, the highest grade possible is 50% -A notification of missing work will be sent to parents via email. -This does not affect the “Absent Student Policy.” To encourage students to learn from their mistakes, St. Mary allows students to make corrections. Late work may be corrected during the 1st Semester-Daily Work may be corrected up to full credit. -Corrections will be required on any assignment that is below 80%. An assignment marked with a “P” for pending on ParentWeb indicates that the grade is pending due to required corrections.-Tests may be corrected. The first score and corrected score will be averaged to give a final score for the test. -Performance Assessments may not be corrected. (PA is the final unit assessment of the student's ability to apply the skills taught to a real world situation) For subjects that are organized in units (Science & Social Studies) all late work or corrections will not be accepted after unit completion. For subjects with skills that are taught all year late work or corrections are due by 5th of the following month.
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Library
The library provides reading and reference materials for students. Students are allowed to check out 2 books. If a book is lost, the student will not be allowed to check out any other books until the lost book is replaced. Parents/guardians should encourage their children to read & accept responsibility of caring for books. Lockers
Each student is assigned a locker or cubby in which to store clothing and textbooks. In order to maintain a quiet atmosphere for class, students are allowed to go to their lockers only at specified times. The school reserves the right to inspect lockers at any time. Lockers may not be decorated on the outside.
Lost and Found
Any items found in the school building or on the school grounds should be placed in the Lost and Found basket. Items placed in the Lost and Found remain there for 10 days. After 10 days, items are donated to charity.
Students who lose a library book, textbook or workbook must pay the replacement cost of the book plus shipping in order to receive a new copy.St. Mary is not responsible for lost money at school.
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Lunch Program
St. Mary participates in the federal lunch program to provide free and reduced meals to eligible students. Applications are provided to all families during enrollment. Extra forms are available in the school office. Names of families participating in the federal lunch program remain confidential. In accordance with federal law and United States Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint or discrimination, write USCA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 2050-9410, or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. You may also write to the Oklahoma State Department of Human Services Child Nutrition.
Students who choose to bring a sack lunch should not bring glass bottles, soft drinks or excessive amounts of candy. Parents should not bring lunches or drinks from carry-out restaurants except for a birthday. No microwaves will be provided. Water will be available for all students. *Call the school office (405-282-2071) for lunch prices.
Medication
Basic medical supplies for emergency first aid and for minor accidents are available at all times. By law, no school personnel may administer medicine, prescribed or non-prescribed, including Aspirin or Tylenol, without written consent of the parent/guardian. All medicine must be sent to the office with written directions from a doctor (the medicine label will do) for administering the medication, along with the written permission to administer, signed by a parent/guardian (there is a form in the appendix of this book.) If the above requirements are not met, parents/guardians must give the medication. Siblings will not be allowed to take medication that is prescribed for another child in the family. We will only accept prescription medication with proper pharmacy labeling. Any medication not picked up by the last day of school will be discarded.
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Medication cont.
Label medications with the following information:
a. Child’s nameb. Name of doctor prescribing the child’s medication c. Frequencyd. Dosee. Date
All non-prescription medication (cough drops, lip balm, etc.) should be taken to the School Office with the following information:
a. Child’s nameb. Frequencyc. Dosed. Date
Meningococcal Disease and Vaccine
The following information is provided to families in compliance with Oklahoma State Law. Meningococcal disease is a rare, but sometimes-fatal disease caused by a bacterium called Neisseria meningitides. The disease causes either meningitis, severe swelling of the brain and spinal cord, or meningococcemia, a serious infection of the blood.
Teenagers and young adults, aged 15 to 22 years, are at increased risk because of behaviors that spread the disease. On average two to three people in this age group get meningococcal disease every year in Oklahoma. More than half of these cases could be prevented by vaccine. Vaccines can prevent many, but not all, types of meningococcal disease. There are two vaccines available in the United States that protect against four of the five most common strains of the meningococcal bacteria. The newest vaccine, called Menactra, or MCV4, is currently available for: adolescents entering high school (15 years of age), college freshmen who live in dormitories, and other people at high risk eleven through fifteen years-of-age.
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Meningococcal Disease and Vaccine cont.
This vaccine is not required to attend kindergarten through the 12 th grade in Oklahoma. However, it is required for students who are enrolling in colleges and other schools after high school who will live in dormitories or on-campus student housing.
Off-Campus Conduct
The administration of St. Mary School reserves the right to discipline its students for off-campus behavior that is not in line with behavior expectations of its students during the course of the school day. This off campus behavior includes, but is not limited to cyber-bullying.
Office Records
Parents/Guardians are requested to notify the School Office in writing of any change of address, custody, home telephone numbers, cell phone numbers, business phone numbers, email addresses and/or phone numbers of emergency contacts. This will guarantee that office records are accurate, complete, and up-to-date.
Out-of-Uniform Guidelines (Free-Choice) Students may not wear:*flip-flop sandals or open back shoes*tank tops*T-shirts with inappropriate writing*tennis shoes that convert to roller skates*athletic shorts or shorts shorter than 2 inches above the knee*pajama pants*make-up*low cut blouses/tops*clothing that is extremely tight*hats*hoop or dangling earrings *ripped jeans or cut or cut off shorts
Good Rule: If you think you shouldn’t wear it, you shouldn’t.
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Parents As Partners
As partners in the educational process at St. Mary School, we ask parents:
To set rules, times, and limits so that your child: Gets to bed early on school nights; Arrives at school on time and is picked up on time at the end of the day; Is dressed according to the school dress code; Completes assignments on time; and Has school hot lunch or nutritional sack lunch every day.
To actively participate in school activities such as Parent-Teacher Conferences;
To see that the student pays for any damage to school books or property due to carelessness or neglect on the part of the student;
To notify the school with a written note when the student has been absent or tardy; To notify the school office of any changes of address or important phone numbers;
To meet all financial obligations to the school;
To inform the school of any special situation regarding the student’s well-being, safety, and health;
To complete and return to school any requested information promptly;
To read school notes and newsletters and to show interest in the student’s total education;
To support the religious and educational goals of the school;
To attend Mass and teach the Catholic faith by word and example;
To support and cooperate with the discipline policy of the school;
To treat teachers with respect and courtesy in discussing student problems.
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Parent’s Role in Education
We, at St. Mary School, consider it a privilege to work with parents in the education of children because we believe parents are the primary educators of their children. Therefore, it is your right and your duty to become the primary role models for the development of your child’s life---physically, mentally, spiritually, emotionally, and psychologically. Your choice of St. Mary School involves a commitment and exhibits a concern for helping your child to recognize God as the greatest good in his/her life.
Good example is the strongest teacher. Your personal relationship with God, with each other, and with the Church community will affect the way your child relates to God and others. Ideals taught in school are not well rooted in the child unless these are nurtured by the example of good Catholic/Christian morality and by an honest personal relationship with God in your family life.
Once you have chosen to enter into a partnership with us at St. Mary School, we trust you will be loyal to this commitment. During these formative years (Pre-K to 8), your child needs constant support from both parents and faculty in order to develop his/her moral, intellectual, social, cultural, and physical endowment. Neither parents nor teachers can afford to doubt the sincerity of the efforts of their educational partner in the quest of challenging, yet nourishing, the student to reach his/her potential. It is vital that both parents and teachers remember that allowing oneself to be caught between the student and the other partner will never have positive results. To divide authority between school and home or within the home will only teach disrespect of all authority. If there is an incident at school, you as parents must make investigation of the complete story your first step. Evidence of mutual respect between parents and teachers will model good mature behavior and relationships. Talking negatively about a child’s teacher at home will only create an attitude of distrust toward the teacher, the school, and the parent.
Students are naturally eager to grow and learn. However, sometimes in the process of maturation new interests may cause them to lose focus. As this natural process occurs, the student needs both understanding and discipline. At times, your child may perceive discipline as restrictive. However, it is boundaries and limits which provide a young person with both guidance and security.
It is essential that a child take responsibility for grades he/she has earned and be accountable for homework, long-term assignments, major tests, service projects, and all other assignments. Parents are encouraged to let their child experience a logical consequence for an inappropriate action or behavior. This responsibility also extends to times of absence. Together, let us begin this year with a commitment to partnership as we support one another in helping your child to become the best person he/she is capable of becoming.
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Parent / Teacher Conference
Conferences outside the scheduled time frame are welcome and should be scheduled through the teacher. See the school calendar for conference schedule.
Parent / Teacher Organization
St. Mary Parent Teacher Organization works to support and enhance the educational ministry of the school. Fund-raising, parent education, and building community are goals of this organization.
By-Laws for the PTO are available on PT Avenue®. The School password is SMCPTO.
Parties
Students are permitted four class parties a year: All Saints Day, Christmas, Valentine's and End of the Year. Room parents may assist the classroom teacher with these parties. We request that treats be already prepared into individual servings. Parents with students with food allergies must provide a snack for their student. **With the exception of birthday celebrations we ask that the snack be as nutritious as possible. Parties are held between 2:30 and 3:00.
Pet Policy
Individuals with a documented need for a service animal or service animals as employed by the school are welcome on the school campus and at school-related activities. All other pets or animals are not allowed on the school campus at any time unless for an ad-ministration approved activity. Administration approval is only intended for events in which the presence of animal encourages the learning process or specific, Church spon-sored pet blessings. Pets or other animals are not allowed on any school field trip or other school sponsored event, including school-sponsored social events.
Promotion Policy and Retention Policy Advancement to the next grade in St. Mary School is based on a student’s daily performance, test results, recommendations of teachers, and the student’s ability to complete work successfully on a more advanced level. Promotion to the next grade depends on successful completion of all subject areas. The Administration may recommend the repetition of a grade, tutoring, or summer school classes as requirement for promotion when, after conferences with teachers and parents, it is believed that such action will better prepare the student academically or emotionally for the next grade. Students may also be Transferred to the next grade. This simply means that a student is moving to the next grade against the recommendation of the teacher.
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Report Cards/Progress Reports
Report Cards are important tools for communication. Report Cards will be given four (4) times during the academic school year or every nine (9) weeks.Progress Reports will be given mid-way between each nine-week grading period.
No student will be given a Progress Report or Report Card if tuition, lunch fees, library fines, or After School Care Program fees are behind.
Playground Rules
In the interest of safety and due to the inherent risks of the playground, we make every effort to actively supervise recreational activities. There are both general playground rules and rules specific to various pieces of equipment. Teachers will review these rules with their students at the beginning of the school year, and there will be consequences for poor choices made on the playground.
“Can’t Say Can’t Play” Treat others with respect Share and take turns on equipment Never leave the playground for any reason without permission No tackle or hard contact games No snowball, rock, or sand throwing No climbing trees or breaking tree branches No climbing the fence Line up quietly when the whistle blows. Walk single file to and from the playground Swings One person per swing, swing straight with no twisting. No kicking shoes off or jumping Slide One person at a time, on your bottom, feet first Climbing Toy Line up to go across the monkey bars. No "chicken fighting", ever Don't touch or push anyone else while they are on the monkey bars. No jumping off the top of the climbing toy Gymnasium Rules No kicking balls except during Physical Education time under teacher supervision
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Sacramental Program
The sacramental life of the children of the Catholic tradition is an important component of the religion program at St. Mary School. Preparations for two sacraments, Reconciliation and Eucharist, form the core of instruction in Grade 2. In accordance with the diocesan guidelines, candidates for First Eucharist will receive the sacrament of Reconciliation prior to First Eucharist.
Parents are required to be active partners in the preparation of their children for these sacraments. The sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist are only conferred to students baptized in the Roman Catholic tradition.
School Hours
Grades Pre-K through 8: 8:00 AM – 3:15 PM. Students not in the school at 8:00 AM are considered tardy even on Wednesday during Mass.
At St. Mary School, we work in partnership with parents to enable each child to develop as an independent learner. Parents should allow their child(ren) to enter the school building on their own each morning. Various classes invite parent involvement or visitation on particular occasions.
The school doors are opened for students at 7:00 AM. Students arriving between 7:00 and 7:45 will go to Before School Care located in the gym.
Prayer and afternoon announcements begin at 3:05 PM each day. Dismissal immediately follows. Please check the school calendar and weekly newsletter for early dismissal dates.
St. Mary School offers an After School Care Program. Students who are enrolled in the program must pay a $10.00 deposit at the time of registration.
Parents are to make arrangements for their child(ren) to arrive at school on time and be picked up at dismissal time.
Excessive tardies will have a direct impact on a student’s academic evaluation and promotion to the next grade.
Students not picked up by the end of carpool (approximately 3:30 PM) will be sent immediately to the After School Care Program. Parents will be charged for Before Care and After Care. See prices on last page.
School Office Hours
The school office is open on all school days from 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
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School Property
The parent of a child who carelessly destroys or damages any furniture, equipment, buildings, or anyone’s personal property will be obligated to pay the full amount of repairs and labor or replacement. Textbooks used by the student must have a proper book cover. No writing in textbooks is permitted. The student will pay a fine or replacement for damaged or lost texts before any final reports, transcripts, or diplomas are presented.
School Safety
St. Mary School attempts to provide a safe environment for all individuals. Verbal or written threats made against the physical or emotional well-being of any individual are taken very seriously. Students making such threats (seriously or in jest or online) face detention, suspension, and/or expulsion.
Harassment of any type is not tolerated. The Principal investigates all complaints of harassment. Students involved in harassing behavior face detention, suspension, and/or expulsion.
Service Projects
The purpose of the stewardship program for students in Kindergarten through Grade 8 is to provide students with the opportunity to make a difference in our Church and surrounding communities through various service and support programs. Each grade will participate in a pre-planned fall and spring service project. The assigned Home Room Parent(s) will help the teacher oversee the organization and participation of each project. All grades have been assigned a specific area of stewardship emphasis. Grades K through 2 will be organizing events directed towards helping other children. Projects in grades 3 through 5 will emphasize the sick and elderly of our community, and the 6th through 8th grades will participate in projects directed toward the hungry and homeless.
Sexting
Students involved in possession or transmission of inappropriate photos on their cell phones or other electronic devices face suspension and/or expulsion.
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SnacksRefer to the individual classroom teacher’s policy as to how and when
snacks may be sent to class. However, all snacks should be as nutritious as possible and be considerate of students in the classroom with allergies.
Student DirectoryA school directory is located on the school website. To access the directory
you must use your family ID. The directory lists students’ and parents’ names, addresses, home telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses. Contact the School Office if you choose to exclude any personal contact information from the Student Directory.
Student Records
St. Mary School adheres to the Buckley Amendment (Family Education Rights and Privacy) regarding access to student records. Records of students transferring to other schools will only be sent through the US Mail. No records will be given to parents to transport to the new school.
Students requesting records/transcripts/recommendations must make a five school-day request to the School Office. All forms should be submitted to the St. Mary School Office for distribution. Completed forms will be sent via the U.S. Mail. Special handling will require that all postal fees be paid by the parents.
No records of students whose financial commitment is in arrears will be sent to transferring schools.
Stuff Brought From Home
Items such as, but not limited to, questionable books and pictures, knives, guns, matches, cigarettes, radios, toys, trading cards, laser lights, iPods or other mp3 players, cameras, or anything that will detract from a learning situation are not allowed at school at any time.
The school administration, in accordance with state laws, will determine the appropriate disciplinary measures to be taken concerning the presence of these items in the school. Items taken away from students will be returned only to the parent(s)/guardian(s). FIDGETS are the only exception to the preceding rule.If a recommendation is made by a doctor, parent or teacher stating that a student would benefit from using a fidget in class then the following steps will be taken:1. Written request for the student to be allowed to use a fidget
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2. CARE Team meeting with the parent, teacher, resource specialist and principal.3. Written plan with guidelines on how the fidget will be used in class.
Supply Lists
Supply lists are on the school website. Students should have all of the required supplies as noted on the list.. Only those items requested by an “official supply list” or the teacher are to be brought to school.
Technology Concerns
Electronic Readers (E-readers): Electronic readers, simply called “e-Readers”, are digital devices that can store books, periodicals, magazines, and other electronic media. e-Readers like Amazon’s Kindle®, Barnes & Noble’s Nook®, Apple’s iTouch®, and Apple’s iPad® are quickly becoming ubiquitous in our digital culture and they simply cannot be ignored. St. Mary School, in striving to maintain technological relevance in education, is providing the opportunity for students to use these devices in accordance with our e-Reader Acceptable Use Policy. This opportunity is a privilege that requires extra caution and responsibility both on the part of the students and their parents.
e-Reader Acceptable Use Policy: The wide variety of hardware and software capabilities of available e-Readers makes them challenging to monitor and control in a school environment in contrast with school owned technology assets like computers, etc. Therefore, our e-Reader Acceptable Use Policy needs to be specific and clear. A student who violates any portion of the e-Reader Acceptable Use Policy may immediately lose the privilege to use their e-Reader at school for a length of time commensurate with the nature of the violation. 1. All e-Readers must be registered with the St. Mary School Office and accompanied by the Acceptable Use Agreement Form signed both by the parents and the student. 2. e-Readers are to be used only for the reading of school approved material (books, etc.) and not for other purposes such as communication, entertainment, music, gaming, etc. 3. All material on the e-Reader must comply with the spirit and policies of St. Mary School. Please refer to the Parent-Student Handbook for more details. 4. All e-Readers must have cellular and network capabilities disabled (turned off) while the device is at school.
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e-Reader Acceptable Use Policy (cont):
5. e-Readers must be used at appropriate times in accordance with teacher instructions. The e-Reader must not be a distraction for the student or those around him/her, nor be a source of any classroom disruption. 6. e-Readers are not to be used during lunch, middle-school breaks, or during playground/recess time. 7. The student is responsible for knowing how to properly and effectively use their e-Readers and this should not be a burden for the teachers.
Telephone
Permission to use the telephone must be obtained from the school secretary. Students must submit a note from their teacher. The office phone is a business phone and students are permitted to use it only in case of an emergency. The telephone in a Teacher’s Lounge is for the use of the teachers only. Forgotten homework, athletic equipment, etc. do not constitute emergencies. Arrangements for after-school visits with friends should be made at home.
Testing
The ACT Aspire is given in Grades 3rd, 5th, & 7th.
Texting:
Students should at no time be involved in texting during the course of the school day. Students involved in texting at school face detention, suspension and/or expulsion.
Title IX
St. Mary School adheres to the tenets of Title IX: “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participating in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving federal financial assistance.”
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Transfer of Students
Notice of withdrawal of a student should be made by the parent in writing to the Principal in advance of the withdrawal date. This enables the school to prepare necessary information and settle accounts. No student records will be forwarded to another school until Business Office accounts have been settled. (See previous section on Student Records for transcript information.)
Uniforms and Dress Code
Uniform components (pants, shorts, skirts, jumpers, blouses, shirts, and sweaters) may be purchased through: DENNIS Uniforms
All students must be in uniform every day. Boys from Kindergarten through 8th grade are required to wear ties on Mass days. The tie must be worn with a white oxford type shirt and may be removed after the student returns to the classroom after Mass. There will be out-of-uniform days (free-choice) which will be announced during the course of the school year (a dress code for such days is included below). If there is a time when the prescribed uniform cannot for some legitimate reason be worn, a note from the parent/guardian must be written to the Principal. Students who are out of uniform without this excuse will be sent to the office and the parent will be called to bring the proper clothing to the student.
Attire for P.E.: Middle school students must change into St. Mary Spirit Shirt and shorts. The girls must wear long, “basketball” style shorts for P.E. No female student may wear “sofee” cheerleading-style shorts for P.E. If shorter shorts are worn, long compression shorts must be worn underneath. If there is a valid reason for a child not to change clothes for PE the reason must be supported by a written note from a parent. Disciplinary action may be taken with students not prepared with proper PE attire.
St. Mary spirit t-shirts and sweatshirts will be available in the school office.
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Attire on Free Choice Days Dress is expected to be conservative, appropriate and modest at all times. Students may wear jeans that fit, do not sag and have no holes or rips in them. T-shirts are acceptable as long as they do not contain inappropriate language or advertise alcohol or tobacco products. Neither girls nor boys may wear tank tops. Young ladies who wish to wear skirts, dresses, or shorts may not have a hemline shorter than two inches above the knee. Crop tops are unacceptable, and midriffs must be covered at all times. Open toe or sling shoes are not permitted. ALL UNIFORM REGULATIONS AND GUIDELINES ARE SUBJECT TO THE DISCRETION OF THE PRINCIPAL.
Other Attire Brownie, Cub, Girl/Boy Scout uniforms may be worn on meeting days, but the complete uniform must be worn. The Campfire shirt and vest are to be worn with the uniform shorts or pants.
Hair and Makeup Cosmetics or make-up are not to be used during school hours or worn during the school day with the exception of black or brown mascara for girls in 6th – 8th grade. No nail brightly colored polish, or artificial nails may be worn. No visible tattoos of any kind. No excess jewelry. Girls may wear post or small hoop styled earrings. (No body piercing). No hair coloring, tints, frost or colored gels that would be distracting in the classroom is allowed. A neat, conservative hairstyle of reasonable length and color (i.e. collar length for boys) is required. Hair must be clean and combed.
Shoes: Tennis shoes are recommended since P.E. classes are held daily. Shoes must be properly laced. No sandals, heels, clogs or open shoes; this includes CROC style shoes/clogs.
Cold Weather: Students may wear a plain navy blue or black sweater/sweatshirt or a St. Mary’s sweatshirt in the classroom. Boots, (cowboy or winter) may not be worn during the school day. Students must bring shoes to change into for the day.
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Montessori Uniform: Boys and Girls: Red St. Mary Catholic School T-shirt available in the office Navy Blue elastic waist shorts or pants Velcro athletic shoes are recommended. No sandals, heels, clog or open shoes; this includes CROC style shoes/clogs.
Kindergarten – Fifth Grade Uniform: Boys’ Uniforms: Navy blue twill pleated pants Navy blue walking shorts or pants; Grades 2 – 8 must wear a beltOn Mass days, Boys are required to wear a tie and a white oxford shirt.Logo red or white knit shirt – long or short sleeve Navy or white socks Black, brown, navy or white shoes, in any combination Shirts must be tucked in;
Girls’ Uniforms: Plaid (green, yellow and navy) jumper, skirt or skortNavy blue slacks or shorts: Grades 2-5 must wear a belt Logo red or white knit shirt – long or short sleeve White peter pan collared blouse and plaid tie for Mass.Red, navy, yellow, hunter green or white Ankle or knee-high socks Smooth or opaque red, navy, hunter green, white or sheer tights Only black or blue footless tights Black, brown, navy or white shoes, in any combination Shirts must be tucked in On Mass days, Girls are required to wear a skirt or jumper.
Sixth-Eighth Grade Uniform: Boys Uniform: Khaki or Navy Blue twill pleated pants or shorts Logo navy Blue, red or white knit shirt – long or short sleeve On Mass days, Boys are required to wear a tie and white oxford shirt.Black, brown, navy, or white shoes, in any combination Shirts must be tucked in; Belts must be worn
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Girl’s Uniforms: Khaki or Navy Blue pleated pants Khaki skirt with box pleats Logo navy Blue, red or white knit shirt – long or short sleeve Red, navy, yellow, hunter green or white ankle or knee-high socks Smooth or opaque red, navy, hunter green, white or sheer tights Black, brown, navy or white shoes, in any combination Shirts must be tucked in White collared blouse, plaid tie and a skirt or jumper for Mass.
Visitors
School visitors (volunteers, parents, etc.) must come to the main office. For safety and security reasons, each person is required to sign in at the office when he/she enters the building for any reason. All visitors and/or volunteers are required to wear a designated badge that may be picked up in the office. Visitors and/or volunteers are to sign out at the time of departure. Visitors may be asked to show identification in the form of a driver’s license or other government issued identification.
Volunteers
All individuals who volunteer in the school must complete the Volunteer Sign-Up sheet and will be asked to complete the Diocesan mandated background check and Safe-Environment Training.
All volunteers are expected to dress appropriately. Clothing should be modest and neat.
The main responsibility of a volunteer is to assist the administration or teachers. For this reason, pre-school siblings are not allowed to accompany parent volunteers to school for meetings, to serve lunches, to assist with class parties, or to decorate bulletin boards.
Weather Emergencies
If it should be necessary to close the school because of weather conditions, an announcement will be made over local television stations and a message will be sent to the home phone, cell phone, and e-mail account listed on a student’s file via the School Connect® system.
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Health Policy Archdiocese of Oklahoma CityThe Archdiocese of Oklahoma City shall provide an environment for students to study, interact, and learn. Such an environment shall be reasonably free of hazards that may threaten or endanger the health of our children or educators.Diabetes
1. Every diagnosed student with diabetes must have on file: Diabetes Medical Management Plan signed by a physician.
2. When a school has enrolled a student with diabetes, the school will provide train-ing for two adults for “Managing Diabetes in Schools”. Information on these classes can be found on the State Department of Education Website under Health and Wellness.
3. A school will work with parents and the physician to establish necessary docu-mentation for daily insulin and glucose monitoring.
4. Each school will establish a local implementation plan appropriate for each stu-dent’s needs.
5. The school will allow the diabetic student to manage his/her care, assessment, and treatment as needed while attending school and or activities. The school will provide a private area where the student may attend to the management of his/her diabetes.
6. Liability Statement: The school, employees and any other agent of the school will not be held liable while performing and or assisting in the diabetes management plan for individual students.
ImmunizationsImmunizations are required for all NEW students for the 2017-2018 school year. Families with continuous enrollment in the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City prior to the 2016-2017 school year are accepted with their current immunization status.Every new student enrolled in a Catholic school in the state of Oklahoma shall be immunized against vaccine preventable diseases caused by infectious agents in accordance with the immunization schedule adopted by the Oklahoma Department of Health Services. A student who fails to present the required evidence shall not be accepted for enrollment. The only exception to the forgoing requirement is a medical exemption signed by a licensed physician (M.D. or D.O.) authorized to practice in the State of Oklahoma.*Procedures for a Child Needing a Medical Exemption (or for students of continuously enrolled families prior to 2016-2017 school year)Parents are required to submit a waiver request for immunization exemptions in writing (Oklahoma Department of Health Form #216A). Parents are referred to schools to obtain the forms. A physician must sign medical exemptions. Parents should then return the entire form to the school. School officials must review the form to ensure that it has been
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properly completed, is legible, and signed. A copy of the form or statement must be kept on file in the student’s cumulative record and a copy must be sent to the Immunization Service for approval. Parents should be informed that their child might be excluded from school in the event of an outbreak of a disease for which their child is exempted.Each exemption submitted to the Immunization Service is reviewed for validity and accuracy. If the exemption is determined to be invalid, the form or statement will be returned to the school along with a letter explaining the reason why the exemption is invalid. If the exemption is valid the form is returned to the school marked with an approval stamp. The Immunization Service does not keep a copy of the exemption certificate.Oklahoma’s immunization law does not require a new exemption form to be filed every year. It is the policy of the Immunization Service to accept exemption forms filed when the child entered the school system. Exemption forms should accompany children when they transfer between schools. Schools should not keep the exemption form of a transferring student. If a student transfers into Oklahoma schools from another state, an exemption form must be completed to comply with Oklahoma law. If an exemption form has been misplaced, a new form should be completed, but if an exemption form is on file, an additional form is not needed unless vaccine requirements change for the grade level of the child, such as when new vaccines are added for students entering the 7th grade to which the students does not have a previous exemption.If a parent needs a copy of a previously filed exemption form, they must obtain it from the school. If a copy of the original exemption is not available, the parent must complete a new form. The Immunization Service does not provide copies of previously filed exemption forms for parents.The exemption process must be completed, approved and on file at the school prior to the first day of school or students will not be admitted. *See Dignitas Personae from the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith.
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St. Mary Catholic SchoolHandbook Agreement
Parent Signature Page
I have read the 2015-2016 Parent/Student Handbook and agree to follow the school policies and procedures as stated.
Family Name_________________________________________________
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*Parents and students must both sign.
St. Mary’s Catholic School502 E. Warner Ave.Guthrie, OK 73044Phone: (405) 282-2071Fax: (405) 282-2924“Seeking and sharing God’s wisdom, knowledge and truth.”
FAMILY NAME (PLEASE PRINT) __________________________________
Handbook Agreement
Dear Parent/Guardian:
This handbook serves as a contract between the school and the family. Please read it carefully, and if your child is old enough, have them read it also. The principal, in consultation with the pastor, retains the right to amend the handbook for just cause. Notice will be promptly sent if/when changes are made. Please sign and return the slip below to the school as soon as possible.
We have read and do accept the guidelines/policies as stated in this handbook.
__________________________ __________Signature of Parent/Guardian Date
Student Signature: _______________________________________ Grade: ___________
Student Signature: _______________________________________ Grade: ___________
Student Signature: _______________________________________ Grade: ___________
Student Signature: _______________________________________ Grade: ___________
Student Signature: _______________________________________ Grade: ___________
Computer and Internet Agreement
Student: I have read the terms and conditions of the St. Mary computer and Internet policy and understand that Internet access is provided for educational purposes only. I agree to abide by the terms and conditions, and I understand that any violation of computer policy may result in the suspension of privileges and/or consequences deemed necessary by the school.
Parent/Guardian: I have read the terms and conditions of the St. Mary computer and Internet policy and give permission for my child to access the computer system and Internet in accordance with the provisions of the policy. Although I understand that St. Mary’s Catholic School has taken precautions to circumvent student access to questionable materials, I recognize that it is not always possible to restrict complete access to all materials and I will not hold St. Mary responsible for materials acquired on the Internet. I have discussed proper usage with my child.
__________________________ __________Signature of Parent/Guardian Date
502 E. Warner Ave.Guthrie, OK 73044
Phone: (405) 282-2071 Fax: (405) 282-2924
Email [email protected]
St. Mary’s Catholic School
“Seeking and sharing God’s wisdom, knowledge and truth.”
Name of place to be visited:
Address of location:
Educational Purpose of the Field Trip:
Date of Trip:
Time leaving: Time Returning:
Transportation provided by: Faculty Coordinator(s):
This form must be completed and returned by:
Guidelines: Behavior expectations: All students will follow the directions of the person in charge; teacher, chaperones, drivers, etc., using seat belts and any other directives given.
NO DRIVERS WILL STOP AT ANY OTHER LOCATIONS FOR SNACKS, ETC. TRANSPORTATION IS DIRECTLY TO AND FROM THE LOCATION OF THE FIELD TRIP.
Dress for the field trip is:
Faculty Coordinator Signature:
Principal’s Signature: ______________________________ Date:
Please return the following form:
OVERFIELD TRIP PERMISSION FORM
PLEASE RETURN
By completing this form you are requesting that your student be allowed to attend the field trip/off campus activity listed below. By signing you agree to stipulations regarding this field trip/off campus activity. Any additional special information will be provided. Every trip is designed with your student’s safety in mind. When the activity is over, the students will return directly to campus. Failure to complete this form in its entirety will necessitate that your student not attend the activity. No written notes or phone calls granting permission will substitute for this form.
Being informed of these facts and recognizing the risks that may be involved, I request and consent to the participation of my family Please print: _____________________ in the field trip to:__________________________ on date:____________ .
I hereby release St. Mary’s Catholic School, the Archdiocese, and all official representatives of the school and Archdiocese from any liability to the extent permitted by law.
Medical Information Statement:
If a medical emergency occurs and I cannot be reached, and/or my student needs immediate care, I hereby authorize the staff of St. Mary’s Catholic School to use their best judgment in taking my student to a hospital and/or contacting a physician or dentist. I further agree to be responsible for any charges incurred in relation to obtaining such medical care and/or dental care.
Neither St. Mary’s Catholic School nor the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City is responsible for any accidents incurred going to, on the field trip/off campus activity, or returning from said activity.
Signature:
Parent/Guardian Signature: ______________________________ Date: ________
Daytime Phone Number: _______________ Cell Phone Number: ____________
Yes, I am willing to be a driver: (Please circle one) Yes No
My car has enough seat belts for _______ passengers
I am presently a licensed driver and have a minimum of $100,000/$300,000 of automobile liability coverage.
Insured Drivers Signature:_____________________________ Date: ___________
No, I will not be attending this trip with my child and have arranged with to be responsible for my child. (Responsible party)
ST. MARY SCHOOL HANDBOOK
Amendment Right The Principal in consultation with the faculty retains the right to amend the handbook
for just cause. Parents will be given prompt notification of changes to the handbook.
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