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Parent/Student Handbook

2016-2017

St. John of the Cross Parish School 708 51st Street

Western Springs, IL 60558

708-246-4454

Fax 708-246-9010 www.stjohnofthecross.org/school/

Absence Hotline 708-292-1162

Report to this phone by 9:00 am

http://www.stjohnofthecross.org/school/

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WELCOME

TO THE ST. JOHN OF THE CROSS PARISH SCHOOL COMMUNITY

St. John of the Cross Parish was established to challenge its people

to excellence; not only in the physical plant and dedication to

giving its children all the spiritual, academic and physical opportunity but also in the main purpose of leading people to the

full Gospel of the Lord.

St. John of the Cross was named its patron because he was not

only a Canonized Saint but also a Doctor of the Church in the field

of Ascetic and Spiritual Theology. In a world of nuclear threat and

appalling hunger and social injustice, St. John of the Cross message leads people to fulfill

their call to more than being an ordinary Christian

Rev. William J. Bennett

Founding Pastor

St. John of the Cross Parish School is dedicated to providing a quality Catholic education for our children. We strive to work together with parents/guardians

to provide a learning environment in which students will continue to grow spiritually

and academically. Recognizing and respecting the uniqueness

of each child, we provide opportunities for our students to

use their gifts and talents, to give witness to their faith, and to

make responsible decisions.

Our hope is that each family will feel the spirit of St. John of the

Cross and take pride in our school and community, as

together we spread the Good News to others.

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INDEX Subject Page Subject Page Subject Page Academic Honors ................................... 12 Academic Plan ....................................... 12 Acceptable Use Policy (Addendum 1) ..... 53 Accreditation and Recognition .................. 3

Admission Policy .................................... 12 Administration and Staff ............................ 8 Adult Expectations .................................. 13 Application for Enrollment ....................... 13 Attendance ............................................. 14 Band ....................................................... 15 Battery .................................................... 15 Behavior ................................................. 16 Behavior Consequences ......................... 17 Behavior Notice ...................................... 19 Bicycles .................................................. 20 Book/Equipment Charge ........................... 6 Buckley Amendment ............................... 20 Buddy Grades ........................................ 20 Bullying/Harassment Policy .................... 20 Bullying Procedures/Consequences ....... 21 Calendar ................................................. 56 Cell Phones ............................................ 21 Child Abuse ............................................ 21 Child Custody ......................................... 22 Communication ...................................... 22 Desks/Lockers ........................................ 22 Developmental Scale .............................. 26 Early Dismissal ....................................... 23 Educational Program .............................. 23 Electronic Devices .................................. 23 Emergency Closing ................................ 24 Equal Employment Opportunities ........... 24 Evacuation and Shelter-In-Place Drills .... 24 Extended School Day ............................. 24

Extra-Curricular Activities ....................... 24 Family/School Information ...................... 25 Fees ......................................................... 4 Field Trips............................................... 25 Forgotten Items ...................................... 25 Grading Scale ......................................... 25 Graduation Criteria ................................. 26 Graduation Fee ........................................ 6 Gum ....................................................... 26 Health Information/Medication Policy ...... 26 Homework Philosophy Statement ........... 29 Index ........................................................ 2 Job Description - School Volunteer (Addendum 2) .................................... 55 Learning Resource Center ...................... 31 Loitering ................................................. 32 Lost and Found ...................................... 32 Lunch Cart .............................................. 32 Milk ......................................................... 32 Mission Statement .................................... 3 Non-Discriminatory Student Admissions Statement ....................... 13 Office and Maintenance Staff ................. 10 Out of Uniform Days ............................... 45 Parent Directory...................................... 32 Parent Notification .................................. 32 Parking and Drop-off Procedures ........... 33 Personal Gifts/Invitations ........................ 38 Phone Calls ............................................ 38 Physical Education ................................. 38 Playground Behavior .............................. 38 Principal’s Right to Amend Handbook ..... 51 Refunds .................................................... 6 Report of Progress ................................. 38

Request for Teachers ............................. 39 Retention ................................................ 39 Roles and Responsibilities ...................... 10 School Advisory Board ........................... 48 School Advisory Board Responsibilities .. 49 School Hours ............................................ 7 School Philosophy .................................... 3 School Visitation Rights Act .................... 39 Search and Seizure ................................ 39 Security .................................................. 39 Sexual Harassment ................................ 40 Skateboards/Roller Blades etc. ............... 40 Snowballs ............................................... 40 Special Lunches ..................................... 40 Staff Email List ......................................... 9 Substance Abuse by Students ................ 40 Supplies ................................................. 41 Tardy Policy ............................................ 41 Technology Policy .................................. 41 Technology Policy Outside of School ...... 41 Telephone Numbers ............................... 52 Testing ................................................... 42 Transfer of Students ............................... 42 Tuition and Fees ....................................... 4 Tuition Collection Policy ............................ 5 Uniform Code ......................................... 42 Vacations ............................................... 45 Volunteers .............................................. 45 Warm Weather Uniform Code ................. 45 Water Bottles .......................................... 45 Weapons ................................................ 46 Welcome .................................................. 1 Wellness Policy ...................................... 45

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Mission Statement The mission of St. John of the Cross Parish School is to provide a safe and dynamic Catholic environment where faith is nourished and knowledge grows. We offer challenging educational experiences that foster success, promote unity, and respect the individuality of each student. Our parish school prides itself on multi-generational Catholic traditions and achievement, which empowers our students to live

The Good News,

Rooted in Faith, Growing in Knowledge.

Saint John of the Cross Parish School Philosophy Saint John of the Cross Parish School is an integral part of the parish community. We provide an atmosphere rooted in Catholic tradition and gospel values. Children develop and extend values into the community that model our philosophy. We recognize learning is a life-long, progressive endeavor that is assimilated within each student. Saint John of the Cross Parish School provides educational experiences that lead to the wonder and joy of acquiring knowledge. Our goal in educating children is to develop and enhance the spiritual, intellectual, emotional, physical, cultural and social aspects of their lives. We believe that children learn through observation, exploration, and active participation. We recognize children learn differently in the complex process of acquiring knowledge. Saint John of the Cross Parish School is committed to provide a broad curriculum, which follows state and Archdiocesan standards, and educational strategies that will enable each student to seek fulfillment of his/her potential. Our students are encouraged to develop a positive attitude toward learning and a respect for themselves and others. We strive to prepare our students to meet the challenges of a global society as responsible leaders who exhibit ethical and moral behavior. We are blessed with excellent parish facilities that contribute to the education of our children. Our staff and the resources available to them support the well rounded education of the children. All are responsible in creating an environment enlivened by love and respect of God and others. Parents, teachers, and students comprise a dynamic team involved in the process of education. We recognize that parents are the primary educators of their children. Consistent cooperation and mutual respect among parents, staff, and students are essential to the successful realization of the mission of Saint John of the Cross Parish School.

Accreditation and Recognition St. John of the Cross Parish School has received full accreditation from the Office of Catholic Education of the Archdiocese of Chicago. St. John of the Cross Parish School has received full recognition by the Illinois State Board of Education. St. John of the Cross Parish School is recipient of the 2012 Blue Ribbon Award, recognized by the United States Department of Education.

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TUITION and FEES for 2016-2017

TUITION AND RELATED FINANCES Registration Fee Each year a $75.00 per student Registration Fee will be due. Families of currently enrolled students will receive an invoice from Smart Tuition in early spring for this fee. Students new to St. John of the Cross Parish School, will pay the fee upon application. This fee is non- refundable. Tuition Tuition payments begin in August. All School fees are due in August. Parents are responsible for keeping their account current.

2016-2017 Tuition Schedule

2016-17 Tuition Rates (fees included) Annual Semi-Annual 10 Monthly Payments

Grades K-8

1 Student $5,350.00 $2,675.00 $535.00

2 Students $9,800.00 $4,900.00 $980.00

3 Students $13,450.00 $6,725.00 $1,345.00

4 Students $16,325.00 $8,162.50 $1,632.50

5 Students $18,475.00 $9,237.50 $1,847.50

½ K only, Non-Active Parishioner $4,025.00 $2,012.50 $402.50

½ K+ 1 Student, Non-Active Parishioner $9,945.00 $4,972.50 $994.50

1 Student, Non-Active Parishioner $6,470.00 $3,235.00 $647.00

2 Students, Non-Active Parishioner $12,040.00 $6,020.00 $1,204.00

3 Students, Non-Active Parishioner $16,810.00 $8,405.00 $1,681.00

½ K only $3,325.00 $1,662.50 $332.50

2 Students in ½ K $6,100.00 $3,050.00 $610.00

½ K + 1 Student $8,125.00 $4,062.50 $812.50

½ K + 2 Students $12,125.00 $6,062.50 $1,212.50

½ K + 3 Students $15,350.00 $7,675.00 $1,535.00

½ K + 4 Students $17,850.00 $8,925.00 $1,785.00

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Preschool

3 year old, 2 days a week $2,350.00 $1,175.00 $235.00





First Student rate is based on the oldest child’s grade. All families MUST be enrolled in Smart Tuition. Annual Tuition is due in the Month of August. Semi Annual payments are due in August & February. Monthly payments are made in August through May.

School Fees 2016-17

Graduation Fee (8th Grade only) per student $190.00

Optional School Fees 2016-17

Athletics Varies by sport

Milk $30 per year

Yearbook $20 per book

Clubs Varies by club

Extra-Curricular Activities Varies by activity

Please note: Wildcat Newspaper, Assignment Book (3-8) & Tote bag (Pre-K to 2) are included in the tuition. Gym uniforms must be purchased through Land’s End along with the school uniform.

The tuition rate scale is determined by the School Advisory Board. The tuition rate for any student of a non-parishioner is determined annually by the School Advisory Board and shall reflect the actual cost of the education.

SMART TUITION/TUITION COLLECTION POLICY

All families must register with Smart Tuition, our means of tuition collection. Smart offers flexible and convenient payment options and payment plans. The secure website is available to parents 24/7. Smart will send parents reminders of payment due dates so that you may avoid late payment fees.

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Our desire is to have every child in the parish who wishes to attend St. John of the Cross Parish School the opportunity to do so and not be hindered from attending because of finances. To that end, limited funds are allocated to those who are experiencing either prolonged limited family income or extraordinary circumstances. In the spring of each year, there will be information forms for tuition assistance through Smart Tuition Aid. This annual process needs to be initiated by the parent. The pastor will then follow up with the submitting family in June. An individualized payment plan will be established between the parties. If during the course of the school year your financial situation is such you are unable to fulfill your tuition obligation, it is the parent’s responsibility to contact the School Finance Office or the pastor. Failure to make this contact will cause St. John of the Cross Parish School to take action. All accounts with a balance due as of May 15th will be treated as delinquent accounts. Transfers and diplomas may not be issued, and registration for the following school year will not be accepted, if a tuition delinquency continues without entering into an agreement with the pastor and School Finance Office. REFUNDS If a student withdraws prior to the 10th calendar day of the month, fifty (50) percent of the tuition charged for that month is refundable. If a student withdraws on the 10th day of the month or anytime thereafter, the tuition for the month is fully earned. Beyond the month of withdrawal, as outlined above, any tuition pre-paid by the student’s family will be refunded. Registration fees for families currently enrolled at St. John of the Cross Parish School are non-refundable. A non-refundable registration fee will also apply to families not currently enrolled at St. John of the Cross Parish School, payable at the time of application. The amount of this fee will be set by the School Advisory Board. BOOK/EQUIPMENT CHARGE Students are expected to pay for damage to books and equipment. This includes writing in/on non-consumable texts, desks, and materials of other students. GRADUATION FEE There will be graduation fees for each eighth grade student. This fee will offset expenses during the eighth grade year. Such expenses include class sweatshirt, class composite photo, May Crowning photo, memorial game shirt, cap & gown, diploma, awards, printing costs, ribbon, and Great America trip (including transportation).

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SCHOOL HOURS

Office Hours Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (except for days off/summer hours)

Full Day K - 8 Grades 8:40 AM Enter Building 8:50 AM Must be in building

8:55 AM Tardy Bell (Students must be seated prior to 8:55) 11:46-12:04 Lunch (Grades K, 3, 4) 12:06-12:24 Lunch (Grades 1, 2) 12:30-12:48 Lunch (Grades 5, 6) 12:50-1:08 Lunch (Grades 7, 8) 3:30 Dismissal

*Parking lot and street corners will be supervised from 8:40 - 8:50 am and from 3:25 - 3:40 pm. All students should be picked up by 3:40 PM. It is the parent/guardian's responsibility to pick up children on time unless a student is in a club/activity. If the child is not picked up by 3:40, he/she will be sent to the LRC for Extended School Day and the parents will be charged.

Preschool and ½ Day Kindergarten 8:45 - 11:30 AM Schedule 12:45 - 3:30 PM Schedule Extended School Day 7:30 - 8:40 Dropoff at LRC 3:30 – 5:30 Pickup at LRC

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ADMINISTRATION AND STAFF 2016-2017

Principal: Mrs. Kathleen Gorman Assistant Principal: Mr. Jim O’Keefe

Administrative Assistant: Mrs. Marybeth Wingert

PRESCHOOL Pre-3 yr. (Room 112A) Mrs. Colleen Koerner

Aide Mrs. Margaret Hynes

Pre-4 yrs AM Mrs. Therese Baldacci

Aide 45A Mrs. Katie Finn

Aide 4B – PM Mrs. Judy Mara

Pre-4 yr. Mrs. Melissa Wall

Aide 43A/44A Mrs. Kim Grimes

KINDERGARTEN K1 Full Day Miss Sue McNeela

K2 Full Day Mrs. Mary Lombard

K ½ day (Room 112B) Mrs. Dawn O’Hea Aides Mrs. Tina Gragnani

Mrs. D.D. Kysiak

Ms. Cathy Pesch

Mrs. Faith Vitale

Grade 1 Room 101 Mrs. Colleen Hackett

Room 103 Mrs. Jackie Wehner

Room 102 Miss Jenny Grimes

Aides Mrs. Amy Plunkett

Mrs. Kathy Stillo

Grade 2 Room 105 Mrs. Rhonda Floros

Room 106 Miss Emily Roeper

Room 104 Miss Jane Rickert

Aide Ms. Julia Warren

Grade 3

Room 107 Miss Erin McCreary

Room 108 Mrs. Karen Odelson

Room 109 Mrs. Kim Ostrowski

Aide Mrs. Laura Nemecek

Grade 4

Room 207 Miss Jennifer Milligan

Room 208 Mrs. Sherri Gartman

Room 209 Mrs. Ann Linehan

Aide Mrs. Diane Barda-Rus

Grade 5

Room 203 Mrs. Cynthia Wheeler

Room 205 Mrs. Cathy McGowan

Room 206 Mrs. Mariann Orr

Mrs. Patti Mannebach

(Room 204)

Grade 6 Room 201 Mrs. Gina Blouin

Room 204 Mrs. Rosemary Fornaro

Room 202 Miss Erin Kirk

Grade 7

Room 114 Mrs. Anna Santana

Room 115 Miss Catherine Pappas

Room 117 Mrs. Katie Callahan

Office/Primary Aide Mrs. Patrice Hawser

Grade 8 Room 118 Mr. Gary Obaob

Room 120 Mrs. Maureen Maley

Room 121 Mrs. Lisa McManus

Physical Ed

Preschool - Grade 3 Mrs. Sue Bak

Grades 4 - 8 Mrs. Maureen Maley

Head of Student Services Mrs. Judy Kunkel

School Counselor Mrs. Gina Brabham

Student Resource Staff Mrs. Margie Connelly

Reading Resource Mrs. Julie Harding

Mrs. Anke Schulte

Science Lab Facilitator 1-4

Mrs. Linda Dolan

Social Studies 7 – 8 Miss Anne Bermier

Art Mr. Guy Casper

Music Mrs. Kathy Risch

Fine Arts Aide Mrs. Patricia Sheneman

Spanish 1 – 3, 6 - 8 Mrs. Barbara Gustafson

Spanish 4 – 5 TBD

Technology Teacher Ms. Debra Donley

Technology Coach Mrs. Sarah Kline

Technology Coordinator Mrs. Nancy Rocco

Technology Assistant/Website Coordinator

Mrs. Jakkie Tisa

LRC Mrs. Antonia Adducci

Mrs. Ginny Grecco

Mrs. Susan Michalowski

School Sacristan Mrs. Margie Connelly

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STAFF EMAIL LIST

Name Email Address Name Email Address Mrs. Antonia Adducci [email protected]

Mrs. Sue Bak [email protected]

Mrs. Therese Baldacci [email protected]

Mrs. Diane Barda-Rus [email protected]

Miss Anne Bermier [email protected]

Mrs. Gina Blouin [email protected]

Mrs. Gina Brabham [email protected]

Mrs. Katie Callahan [email protected]

Mr. Guy Casper [email protected]

Mrs. Margie Connelly [email protected]

Mrs. Pam DeCesare [email protected]

Mrs. Linda Dolan [email protected]

Mrs. Debra Donley [email protected]

Mrs. Maureen Felden [email protected]

Mrs. Katie Finn [email protected]

Mrs. Rhonda Floros [email protected]

Mrs. Rosemary Fornaro [email protected]

Mrs. Sherri Gartman [email protected]

Mrs. Kathleen Gorman [email protected]

Mrs. Tina Gragnani [email protected]

Mrs. Ginny Grecco [email protected]

Miss Jenny Grimes [email protected]

Mrs. Kim Grimes [email protected]

Mrs. Barbara Gustafson [email protected]

Mrs. Colleen Hackett [email protected]

Mrs. Julie Harding [email protected]

Mrs. Patrice Hawser [email protected]

Mrs. Margaret Hynes [email protected]

Miss Erin Kirk [email protected]

Mrs. Sarah Kline [email protected]

Mrs. Colleen Koerner [email protected]

Mrs. Judy Kunkel [email protected]

Mrs. D. D. Kysiak [email protected]

Mrs. Ann Linehan [email protected]

Mrs. Mary Lombard [email protected]

Mrs. Maureen Maley [email protected]

Mrs. Patti Mannebach [email protected]

Mrs. Judy Mara [email protected]

Mrs. Erin McCreary [email protected]

Mrs. Cathy McGowan [email protected]

Mrs. Lisa McManus [email protected]

Miss Sue McNeela [email protected]

Mrs. Susan Michalowski [email protected]

Mrs. Jennifer Miller [email protected]

Miss Jennifer Milligan [email protected]

Ms. Val Nelson [email protected]

Mrs. Laura Nemecek [email protected]

Mr. Gary Obaob [email protected]

Mrs. Karen Odelson [email protected]

Mrs. Dawn O’Hea [email protected]

Mr. Jim O’Keefe [email protected]

Mrs. Mariann Orr [email protected]

Mrs. Kim Ostrowski [email protected]

Miss Catherine Pappas [email protected]

Ms. Cathy Pesch [email protected]

Mrs. Laurie Petersen [email protected]

Mrs. Amy Plunkett [email protected]

Miss Jane Rickert [email protected]

Mrs. Kathy Risch [email protected]

Mrs. Nancy Rocco [email protected]

Miss Emily Roeper [email protected]

Mrs. Anna Santana [email protected]

Mrs. Anke Schulte [email protected]

Mrs. Patricia Sheneman [email protected]

Mrs. Kathy Stillo [email protected]

Mrs. Jakkie Tisa [email protected]

Mrs. Faith Vitale [email protected]

Mrs. Melissa Wall [email protected]

Ms. Julia Warren [email protected]

Mrs. Jackie Wehner [email protected]

Mrs. Cindy Wheeler [email protected]

Mrs. Marybeth Wingert [email protected]

mailto:[email protected]



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OFFICE AND MAINTENANCE STAFF 2016-2017

OFFICE STAFF

Administrative Assistant Mrs. Marybeth Wingert Office Manager/High School Coordinator Mrs. Pam DeCesare Finance Manager/Registration Mrs. Val Nelson Receptionist Mrs. Maureen Felden Athletic Administrative Assistant Mrs. Kathy Stillo Nurse Mrs. Laurie Petersen Director of Advancement/Admissions Mrs. Jennifer Miller

MAINTENANCE STAFF

Mr. Andrew Cutter Mr. Richard Dastice Mr. Martin Lopez Mr. Phil Ramos

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following is a guideline to the roles and responsibilities of members of the educational faculty/staff for St. John of the Cross Parish School.

School Leadership (spiritual, academic, environment) – Mrs. Gorman Curriculum and Instructional Leader – Mrs. Gorman

Personnel – Mrs. Gorman Student Programs and Extra-Curricular Activities – Mrs. Gorman

Student Needs – Mrs. Kunkel, Head of Student Services Student Needs Liaison – Mr. O’Keefe

Assessment Coordinators (Aspire, MAP) – Mrs. Harding/Mrs. Kunkel Discipline – Mr. O’Keefe

Athletic Liaison – Mr. O’Keefe Parent Association Liaison – Mrs. Gorman

High School Liaison – Mrs. Gorman Women’s Club Liaison – Mrs. Gorman

Development – Mrs. Miller Admissions – Mrs. Miller

Registration – Mrs. Nelson Building Operations – Mrs. Gorman/Mr. O’Keefe

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HOMEROOM TEACHER – professionally certified teacher responsible for a grade level homeroom, plans, teaches and assesses designated academic subjects to students and communicates with parents at an assigned grade level. FINE ARTS TEACHER – professionally certified teacher responsible for teaching a particular subject (Music, Art, Spanish, PE, etc.) on a regular basis to students of assigned grade levels. These subjects are taught periodically during each week. STUDENT RESOURCE TEACHER – teachers who plan instruction with grade level teachers, teach, assess students, and communicate with parents at an assigned grade level/subject level. This teacher is integral to creating small learning environments for students within the grade level but is not the homeroom teacher. TEACHER AIDE – additional staff member who assists homeroom teachers with small groups or individual assistance of children, paperwork, bulletin boards, etc. at the assigned grade level.

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ACADEMIC HONORS All students in the 7th/8th grade are eligible for academic honors at the end of each trimester. Students who earn the following points, will earn the honor status indicated below. First Honors Second Honors A = 4 B = 3 26 – 28 points 21 – 25 points C = 2 D/F = Not eligible for Honors C = Not eligible for 1st Honors Grades for classes which meet more than once in a day will be counted twice. Honor roll shall be adjusted for students taking external classes. Recognition of honor roll status will only be indicated on the report card, the school website, and on school bulletin board. Graduating class will be publically recognized at 8th Grade Awards Night for honor roll status in all six trimesters of their 7th/8th grade school years.

ACADEMIC PLAN Any student earning a D, F, or N in any subject area on a progress report or report card will be required to meet with the teacher of the subject area and develop an academic action plan.

ADMISSION POLICY A student entering Kindergarten must be five years of age on or before September 1st for the year in which he/she seeks admission. A student entering first grade must be six years of age on or before September 1st for the year in which he/she seeks admission. Before a student is accepted for registration, the following must be submitted: 1) A state certificate of live birth as evidence of age 2) A certificate of baptism from the parish of baptism. 3) A record of compliance with local and State of Illinois health regulations 4) The latest report card and test scores from the school from which the student is transferring

St. John of the Cross Parish School strives to provide for the needs of all its students. We recognize that some students have special needs. We work closely with our local public school districts in attempting to identify these students, and to implement recommendations based on testing and evaluations; however, due to our limited resources, we may not be able to service all of these students and their unique and special needs. It is the parents’ responsibility to inform St. John of the Cross Parish School of any IEP, 504 Plan, and/or any other special need. Any new student to St. John of the Cross Parish School is accepted on a probationary basis for a period of one year.

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ADULT EXPECTATIONS All parents of a child/ren enrolled at St. John of the Cross Parish School understand that teachers are professionals who are committed to the education and well-being of your child/ren. In the spirit of that belief, teachers will

respond to parent letters, phone calls, and email communication in a timely manner; invite parental participation and maintain open communication;

properly prepare for each class in order to attain curricular objectives; work with each child to foster a spirit of achievement; provide a safe and caring environment; structure discipline and classroom environment with a Christian, Catholic attitude; use appropriate language in all parent and student interaction; agree to disagree respectfully.

In turn, we ask that parents understand that

unscheduled visits to the classroom teacher cannot be accommodated; appointments enable classroom teachers to spend adequate time listening to your concerns;

in order to resolve conflicts or voice concerns, parents will meet first with the teacher. Then, if a parent is dissatisfied with the meeting, parents may make an appointment with an administrator;

they will support academic and disciplinary policies as stated in the handbook and as set forth by the individual teacher; they will use appropriate language in all parent and teacher interaction; agree to disagree respectfully.

As partners in the education of children, the parent/guardian within the community is expected to demonstrate respectful behavior at all times whether on or off school grounds or at school-related events, which includes athletic events. Parent/guardian must abide by rules/regulations of the facility we utilize outside of SJC. When an athletic event, please abide by the athletic handbook.

ARCHDIOCESAN POLICY 311,312, (1990) - NON-DISCRIMINATORY STUDENT ADMISSIONS STATEMENT St. John of the Cross Parish School is operated under the auspices of the Catholic Bishop of Chicago, a corporation sole, in the Archdiocese of Chicago. St. John of the Cross Parish School admits students of any race, color, sex, national ethnic origin, and legal/immigration status to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students in the school. St. John of the Cross Parish School does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, or national and ethnic origin in administration of educational policies, athletic or other school-administered programs.

APPLICATION FOR ENROLLMENT Admission Students will be admitted to St. John of the Cross Parish School according to the following categories:

1. Students from school families who are currently enrolled or who have siblings that have graduated from St. John of the Cross Parish School.

2. Students of parish families who are active members of the parish as of the year in which they seek enrollment.

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3. Students from new parish families who are active members of the parish as of the year in which they seek enrollment. 4. Students from families not currently registered in the parish.

Families of Kindergarten students who will be new to the school and families of students entering a grade level where the number of applicants exceeds the number of students appropriate to the grade level will be prioritized for acceptance according to membership in St. John of the Cross Parish. A participating member of the parish is one who has registered at the parish (length of time will be considered), regularly attends liturgy, and volunteers or serves within a St. John of the Cross Parish ministry. Enrollment Entrance Requirements Three Year Old Program - your child must be three years old on or before September 1st of the school year entrance. Four Year Old Program - your child must be four years old on or before September 1st of the school year entrance. Kindergarten – your child must be five years old on or before September 1st of the school year entrance. All children must be potty trained. Enrollment at all grade levels (Pre-3 – 8) is open until the grade level reaches its student capacity. Registration forms are available to new families September 1st. Current SJCPS families in Pre-3, Pre-4, forms are sent to families in October. Forms must be returned by Nov 1. New families to SJCPS registration forms will be processed on a first come first serve basis. Enrollment priority is given to current school families for Pre-3 and Pre-4 programs until Nov. 1, Registration for Gr K - 8 students presently enrolled in the school are sent to families in January. Families are to return registration forms by March 1st. New families inquiring about entrance into the school may register if the number of students within the grade does not exceed the number of students determined appropriate for that grade level.

ATTENDANCE School is the place where children begin to learn the responsibilities needed in life, especially regular attendance and punctuality. Consistent prompt attendance is necessary for every student’s success in school.

The parent/guardian must report all absences by 9:00 a.m.

Students unable to participate in Physical Education class or recess must bring a written excuse to the School Nurse (See Phys Ed) and may not participate in athletics on that day.

Students who are absent due to illness or who leave school early due to illness may not return that day to participate in any extra-curricular activity.

Students who have been absent for five or more consecutive days must also bring a dated note from a physician which states the reason for the absence and assures the school that the student’s presence creates no health danger to other students.

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Students with fever are to remain home for at least 24 hours after they no longer have a fever (100°F/37.8°C or greater when measured orally) or signs of the fever without the use of fever reducing meds.

Students will be given adequate time as determined by the teacher to make up work missed due to illness. The State of Illinois provides by law for compulsory attendance by all children between the ages of six and sixteen. We are mandated to keep accurate records of daily attendance. A child who must leave at any time before dismissal must be signed out by a parent/guardian at the school.

In case of emergency, students will only be released to another adult with the consent of the parent. The individual must show identification and should be on the emergency list.

A written note must be sent to the teacher in the morning with the specific time of pickup.

A parent/guardian taking their child (ren) out of school for an extended period of time, must send a note to the School Office (prior to the date of absence), indicating date and reason for the absence.

The school nurse will contact parent/guardian if a student is ill and needs to be excused from school for the remainder of the day. According to the State of Illinois, the following guidelines must be followed in order to assure the funding we presently receive. 5 hours or more in attendance is considered a full day of school 2.5 hours – 4 hours & 59 minutes is considered in attendance for half a day 2.5 hours or less is considered absent the entire day.

A student who is tardy is counted as in attendance all day if they arrive prior to 9:50 a.m.

A student arriving after 9:50 a.m. is considered in attendance for half a day.

A student leaving before 11:25 a.m. for the rest of the day is considered not to be in attendance for the day.

A student leaving prior to 2:35 p.m. (but after 11:25 a.m.) is considered in attendance for half a day

A student leaving after 2:35 p.m. is considered in attendance for the whole day.

Any student that leaves and reenters who missed more than 55 minutes of instruction is considered absent for half a day. If absences become a chronic issue, parents and/or guardian will be contacted by the teacher, school nurse, and/or school administration to review academic progress.

BAND A band program is available for students in Grades 4-8 through Band for Today. Sectional lessons are provided throughout the day, Wednesday of each week.

BATTERY In accordance with State requirements, the principal or designee immediately notify law enforcement officials of written complaints from school personnel concerning instances of battery committed against school personnel at the school. The principal or designee shall also notify the Illinois State Police within three (3) days of each incident through the School Incident Reporting System (SIRS).

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BEHAVIOR As educators in a Catholic School, our task is to provide a learning environment conducive to the development of the whole Christian person and to create a pleasant atmosphere where each child can strive to attain his/her maximum potential. To ensure that environment, there must be discipline and rules that are observed. Students must respect each other, the rules and regulations established by the school, and the authority of those who enforce those rules. Students must learn to accept responsibility for their actions and understand the consequences of their choices. All students of St. John of the Cross Parish School are held to the same expectations of good behavior while they are on school/parish property or representing St. John of the Cross outside of school. In an effort to maintain consistency of student behavior throughout the building we are adapting the following behavioral matrix. It will be posted in key places in the building along with every classroom. It combines our Catholic identity, positive character traits, and expected behavior. Each month, the principal recognizes students who receive recognition from school staff for outstanding behavior. Each grade level teacher plans their own in-class recognition.

Behavior Expectations

I. RESPECT FOR ALL ADULTS, CHILDREN AND PROPERTY

i. Following the directions of all teachers and supervisors ii. Not disrupting the learning environment iii. Speaking and acting appropriately towards another at all times iv. Being prepared for all classes (including Fine Arts) v. Observing a “hands off” policy

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vi. Settling disagreements without fighting (physically or verbally) vii. Following all rules, regulations and procedures viii. Taking care of school and student’s property

II. INTEGRITY IN ALL SITUATIONS Being honest Being truthful Owning up to one’s mistakes Never cheating Never copying homework or allowing homework to be copied Accepting responsibilities for one’s actions

Suspension and Expulsion The student will risk suspension and/or expulsion from school as determined by the administration:

Possession, solicitation, use, or distribution of cigarettes, alcoholic beverages, drugs or controlled substances

Possession/sharing of prescription drugs

Possession or use of any instrument that may be considered a weapon. Guns are never allowed. (See Weapons Policy)

Fighting

Threatening behavior toward an adult

Vandalism or theft of school property or property of others

Tampering with protective fire equipment

Involvement in gang activity and/or the display or use of gang symbols or paraphernalia

Consequences related to our behavioral policy

Derogatory comments (verbal, internet chat, email, etc) regarding SJC faculty/staff or any adult working for the school.

Misrepresentation of St. John of the Cross School through use of technology (internet, email, picture phone, etc.).

Gambling or placing money related bets while on school property

Truancy (absence from school without an acceptable excuse)

Tampering with computer equipment All students have the right to due process that includes notification, an opportunity to be heard, and the right to a fair decision.

BEHAVIOR CONSEQUENCES In the course of an academic school year, if a student does not meet expectations, a behavior notice will be sent to the parent/guardian as to the disrespect or disregard for the rule or regulation. The child must return the notice, with the parent/guardian signature, the following day. Upon receiving a behavior notice, parents/guardians are asked, as primary educators of the child, to discuss the inappropriate behavior with the child and provide appropriate consequences at home.

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As children grow, they are expected to become more responsible for their actions and to model their best behavior for younger students. Students who represent St. John of the Cross outside of school through the extracurricular program (including athletics) are also held to a higher standard. The consequences for continued inappropriate behavior in school will result according to the chart on the following page. Any student who repeatedly disregards the guidance of parents, teachers and administrators, and does not correct inappropriate behavior as stated in a student contract will be placed on probation. If further inappropriate behavior occurs, the parent/guardian may be asked to remove their child from the school. At any time during this discipline process, depending on the nature of behavior, an in-school or out-of-school suspension may be given. Any student suspended from school is also suspended from any extra-curricular activities that day

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BEHAVIOR NOTICE-Criteria and Consequences; 2016/2017

FIRST NOTICE SECOND NOTICE THIRD NOTICE FOURTH NOTICE

Grades K to 3 Upon receiving a first notice, the child will meet with the teacher to discuss why it is

important to change the inappropriate behavior and ways to go about doing so.

Upon receiving a second notice, the child will meet with the

teacher to develop a formal plan to change the inappropriate

behavior(s). This plan must be signed by student, teacher, and

parent.

Upon receiving a third notice, a parent-teacher-administrator-

student conference will be held to agree upon a formal, written plan for student improvement and to discuss further consequences.

The student will meet with the parent/guardian and the principal. The student will be placed under

a written contract to improve his/her behavior within a specified

period of time.

Grades 4 & 5 Upon receiving a first notice, the child will meet with the teacher to discuss why it is




behavior(s). This plan must be signed by student, teacher, and parent. Student may be required

to complete a one hour session of service to the school for 1-3

consecutive days.

Upon receiving a third notice, a parent-teacher-student-

administrator conference will be held to discuss the repeated

inappropriate behavior(s). The student will be placed under a

written contract to improve his/her behavior over a specified period of time. Students will complete a one-hour session of service to the school for 3-5 consecutive days.

The student may be removed from any extra-curricular and/or

special school events.

The student may be removed from all extra-curricular and/or

special school events for a specified amount of time. Student

is placed on probation for the remainder of the year. He/she and parent meet with administration. Removal from any activities will be determined on an individual

basis. Suspension/Expulsion may result.

Grades 6, 7, & 8 Upon receiving a first notice, the child will meet with the teacher to discuss why it is




behavior(s). This plan must be signed by student, teacher, and parent. Student may be required

to complete a one hour session of service to the school for 3-5

consecutive days.

Upon receiving a third notice, a parent-teacher-student-

administrator conference will be held to discuss the repeated

inappropriate behavior(s). The student will be placed under a

written contract to improve his/her behavior over a specified period of time. Students will complete a one-hour session of service to the

school for 5 consecutive days. The student may be removed

from any extra-curricular and/or special school events.

The student will be removed from all extra-curricular and/or special

school events for a specified amount of time. Student is placed on probation for the remainder of the year. He/she and parent meet

with administration. Removal from any activities will be

determined on an individual basis. The removal from 8th grade activities will remain at the

discretion of the administration. Suspension/Expulsion may result.

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BICYCLES

Students are required to park and lock bicycles in the bike rack outside the LRC.

Bicycle riders are subject to the State vehicle code and must conform accordingly.

It is illegal to ride two on a bicycle.

Students are never allowed to ride bicycles on school grounds at arrival/dismissal times and during school hours.

Violations result in loss of privilege.

BUCKLEY AMENDMENT St. John of the Cross Parish School abides by the provisions of the Buckley Amendment with respect to the rights of non-custodial parents. In the absence of a court order to the contrary, a school will provide the non-custodial parent with access to the academic records and to other school-related information regarding the child. If there is a court order specifying that there is to be no information given to the non-custodial parent, it is the responsibility of the custodial parent to provide the school with an official copy of the court order.

BUDDY GRADES Are as follows: First & Eighth Second & Sixth Third & Fifth Fourth & Seventh Pre 3, 4 & K – on volunteer basis Buddy grade activities should be used for spiritual or academic purposes (i.e. reading, math facts, spelling words, editing, sharing prayers, etc). Buddy grades should interact once a month.

BULLYING/HARASSMENT POLICY Respect for others is an essential part of the Catholic faith and a Catholic school’s discipline code. Any form of demeaning or disrespectful behavior toward others that is intentional, repeated, and targeting in nature will never be tolerated. In accordance with Illinois State Law, St. John of the Cross Parish School prohibits bullying: On the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender-related identity or expression, unfavorable discharge from military service, association with a person or group with one or more of the aforementioned actual or perceived characteristics, or any other distinguishing characteristic is prohibited in all school districts and non-public, non-sectarian elementary and secondary schools.

No student shall be subjected to bullying: (1) while in school, on school property, on school buses or other school vehicles, at designated school bus stops waiting for the school bus, or at school-sponsored or school-sanctioned events or activities; (2) during any school-sponsored education program or activity; or (3) through the transmission of information from a school computer, a school computer network, or other similar electronic school equipment.

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The Illinois School Violence Prevention Act defines bullying as: [A]ny severe or pervasive physical or verbal act or conduct, including communications made in writing or electronically, directed toward a student or students that has or can be reasonably predicted to have the effect of one or more of the following: (1) placing the student or students in reasonable fear of harm to the student’s or students’ person or property; (2) causing a substantially detrimental effect on the student’s or students’ physical or mental health; (3) substantially interfering with the student’s or students’ academic performance; or (4) substantially interfering with the student’s or students’ ability to participate in or benefit from the services, activities, or privileges provided by a school. As defined, bullying, may take various forms, including without limitation one or more of the following: harassment, threats and/or intimidation (verbal, physical, electronic, subtle, implied), stalking, physical violence, sexual harassment, sexual violence, theft, public humiliation, destruction of property, or retaliation for asserting or alleging an act of bullying. This list is meant to be illustrative and non-exhaustive.

BULLYING PROCEDURES/CONSEQUENCES

When an incident of bullying is reported, the school administration will investigate alleged incident to determine validity. The school administration will notify the parent(s) that their child was identified as having been (directly or indirectly) involved in bullying behavior. In accordance with the St. John of the Cross Parish School policy (see BEHAVIOR, BEHAVIOR CONSEQUENCES and BEHAVIOR NOTICE pp. 16-19), the administration will determine a course of action and what, if any, disciplinary action will be taken. If the behavior is repeated a second time, the school administration will follow the behavioral consequences as outlined for a third Behavior Notice (see BEHAVIOR NOTICE p. 19), which may result in service to the school, removal from extra-curricular activities, and/or suspension from school. If the behavior is repeated subsequent times, the school administration will follow the behavioral consequences as outlined for a fourth Behavior Notice (see BEHAVIOR NOTICE p. 19), which may result in service to the school, removal from extra-curricular activities, suspension and/or expulsion from school.

CELL PHONES Students use of cell phone during the school day is prohibited. Student cell phones must be turned off and kept in the students’ lockers during the school day. If any student is seen with their cell phone during the school day, the phone will be confiscated and returned only to the parent/guardian. The student may receive a behavior notice for this infraction.

CHILD ABUSE According to State Law all educators are mandated to report any allegation/suspicion of abuse/neglect to the State of Illinois Department of Child & Family Service. In the event such allegations or suspicions are made, they will be reported.

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CHILD CUSTODY According to State Law, in the event of divorce, both custodial and non-custodial parents retain equal rights for access to school activities, volunteer activities, parent meetings and other events, unless an order of protection is in effect.

COMMUNICATION We believe that parents and teachers need to work together to provide optimal learning experiences for children. To help make this possible, the administration and faculty members provide several vehicles of communication for parents/guardians teachers’ newsletters/website letters from the Principal phone call to parents/guardians report cards voice mail

email accessibility notes from teachers student status reports parent/teacher conferences progress reports (Gr 3-8) parent meetings

Teachers and administrators are willing to meet with parents/guardians and discuss a child’s progress whenever necessary. During the school day, however, a teacher’s first priority is the instruction of his/her group of students. To assure optimal teaching/learning time for all, teachers may not leave their classrooms for individual conferences nor can they be expected to be available for unscheduled conferences. If parents/guardians have any concerns that need to be discussed with a teacher or administrator or wish a conference with a particular teacher, a call or appointment should be made. Drop ins before or after school are strongly discouraged. Please do not call teachers at home. If any parent/guardian note or call has not been returned within two days, please contact an administrator. Classroom and/or individual student concerns must first be addressed with the teacher(s) directly involved. If after the initial discussion, it is felt that further discussion is necessary, please contact an administrator. Documentation of the meetings will be taken. Follow-up contact with the parent/guardian will be made within 30 days following administrative involvement. Any office communication sent home to parents in each family will be sent with the youngest and only child. Broadcast Emails All broadcast emails must be approved first by the administration.

DESKS/LOCKERS Desks and lockers are to be kept neat and orderly. No mirrors, chandeliers, or other unnecessary decorations are allowed. Students are not to use any locker other than their own. The school reserves the right to inspect lockers at any time deemed necessary. No locker decorations for any student’s birthday of any grade level.

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EARLY DISMISSAL A written note is to be sent to the teacher stating the reason for early dismissal from school. A parent/guardian must come into the building to pick up the child and sign him/her out. St. John of the Cross Parish School is a closed campus. Leaving school without permission is prohibited. A child will only be released to the parent, guardian, or person indicated on his/her emergency form.

A student leaving before 11:25 a.m. for the rest of the day is considered not to be in attendance for the day.

A student leaving prior to 2:35 p.m. (but after 11:25 a.m.) is considered in attendance for half a day

A student leaving after 2:35 p.m. is considered in attendance for the whole day.

Any student that leaves and reenters who missed more than 55 minutes of instruction is considered absent for half a day.

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM The St. John of the Cross Parish School educational program is curriculum-based. Curriculum for a subject area consists of skills, concepts, and values that are to be learned at each grade level. The written guide for each curriculum area from the Archdiocesan Office of Catholic Education is based on educational research, national academic standards, and the professional expertise of educators at the local level. Curriculum development is an ongoing process. Each year the school curriculum is reviewed. Revision may result in updated materials, expansion of concepts, or the introduction of new teaching practices to best meet student needs. Our goal is to foster in each child the desire to become a life-long learner, to provide students with the skills necessary to find success in their educational endeavors, and to instill in our children a commitment to God, neighbor and self through the teachings of the Catholic faith. Principles of Early Childhood Education

Young children are concrete learners.

Young children learn through multi-sensory involvement.

Young children learn by experimentation and exploring.

Young children learn by observing and interacting with peers and adults.

Young children are empowered by solving problems and making decisions.

Young children’s self-esteem is strengthened when they experience success.

Different children learn in different ways and in different time frames.

ELECTRONIC DEVICES The use of personal electronic devices and items of this nature are not permitted in the school at any time. Ereaders are allowed if parents have signed a permission form and are only allowed under the guidelines of each teacher’s classroom. Cellular phones may not be used by a student during school hours on school grounds. (Please read cell phone policy.) During school hours cell phones must be turned off. Use of the camera feature on cell phones is never permitted on school grounds. Such items will be confiscated and be returned only to the parent/guardian by the principal/assistant principal. Students may not send any friend requests or messaging through school networking to faculty and staff. The use of technology is an instructional tool in the classroom and is only utilized when permission is granted by the presiding teacher. This policy also applies on field trips, on buses, during Extended School Day, and during sporting events/play practices.

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EMERGENCY CLOSING In severe weather refer to the school website for any emergency closing of school. Before a decision to close school is made, the following factors are considered: 1. The decision of our local public schools 3. The ability of teachers to get to school 2. Safety of walking or driving. You will receive a phone call, e-mail blast, and/or text message via our automated system in case of school closing. Be sure to keep all information updated.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES – Archdiocesan Policy 222 (1990) St. John of the Cross Parish School is operated under the auspices of the Catholic Bishop of Chicago, a corporation sole, in the Archdiocese of Chicago. It is the policy of St. John of the Cross Parish School to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and all applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against in employment by reason of such individual's race, color, sex, national origin, age, military discharge, marital status, mental or physical handicap unrelated to the ability to perform the duties of the position, except when one of these characteristics is a necessary qualification of a position.

EVACUATION AND SHELTER-IN-PLACE DRILLS State law requires evacuation drills. Shelter-in place drills are also held. The records of drills are kept on file. In case of severe thunderstorms or tornado warnings near the time of dismissal, students will be detained until the danger has passed unless parents personally call for their child. Students are expected to obey safety procedures at all times during these drills. Everyone in the building must evacuate at the sound of the alarm.

EXTENDED SCHOOL DAY An Extended School Day Program is available in the LRC before and after school hours. Families register for this program at the beginning of the school year and are charged at an hourly rate on a pre-paid basis. This fee is independent from tuition. All policies listed in the Parent/Student Handbook apply to students during these hours. At dismissal, if a child is not picked up by 3:45, the child is sent to the LRC and the parent is responsible for the Extended School Day fees. If the child does not report to the LRC when the parent is late, the child will receive a behavior notice.

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES St. John of the Cross Parish School offers several extra-curricular activities throughout the year: School Athletic Program, Baton, Choir, Environmental Club, Interscholastic Sports, Journalism, Math Club, Speech Club, School Play, Student Council and the Yearbook. Participation in an extra-curricular activity is a privilege, not a right.

Students in Grades Five through Eight – Extra Curricular Eligibility Students who are not academically eligible per the St. John of the Cross Parish School Academic Code are not eligible to participate until their grades have been raised to meet St. John of the Cross Parish School requirements. Current IESA Sports Physical form on file and current PE class participation. PE restrictions apply to SJC Athletics.

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FAMILY/SCHOOL INFORMATION The monthly school newsletter will be available on the SJCPS website on the first school day of each month. Computers are available for families without internet access at school, the public library, Starbucks, etc.

FIELD TRIPS As part of the educational program, field trips are planned periodically. Such trips, which enrich the daily program, may be used to introduce or culminate a unit of study or expose students to various cultural opportunities. The school requires written consent of a parent/guardian before a child is permitted to go with his/her class on a trip.

A form requesting this permission will be sent home in advance of the trip. Students who do not have a signed/written consent form will not be allowed to go on a field trip. Verbal permission is not acceptable. Students are to wear their school uniform unless stated otherwise on the permission slip. Students must follow the behavior guidelines as stated in the Parent/Student Handbook. No electronic devices are allowed. No parent is allowed to attend any field trip unless they have signed off on Field Trip Agreement and completed the Safe School

Requirements.

FORGOTTEN ITEMS Children will not be allowed to call home for forgotten items. i.e., iPads, homework/projects, gym shoes, water bottles, etc. (Please see lunch cart policy for forgotten lunches.) If parents drop off forgotten items, they will be placed in the teacher’s mailbox. Students will not be called to the office. Please note, teachers may not check their mailboxes during the school day; therefore, late policy applies for forgotten items.

GRADING SCALE

Letter Grade Scale (applicable in grades 3-8 where letter grades are given) Grade Description Gradebook Value A+ Outstanding 99 A Outstanding 95 A- Outstanding 93 B+ Excellent 91 B Excellent 87 B- Excellent 85 C+ Good 83 C Good 79 C- Good 77 D+ Poor 75

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D Poor 71 D- Poor 69 F Very Poor 50 I Incomplete 0 NG Not Graded 0 A grade of (I) “Incomplete" will be given only due to medical reasons or family emergency. Provisions will be made for students who receive an "incomplete" in a subject because of a prolonged illness/surgery.

Developmental Scale (applicable in grades 3 - 8 Fine Arts/Spanish Grade 5) Grade Description Gradebook Value Mastered (M) Consistently Demonstrates 85 Successful (S) Frequently Demonstrates 77 Emerging Occasionally Demonstrates 69 Not Yet Rarely/Never Demonstrates 50 Not Evaluated 0 K – 2 (including K – 2 Fine Arts) assign grades 4, 3, 2, 1 indicating the following: 4 = Excels, 3 = Proficient, 2 = Progressing, 1 = Beginning

GRADUATION CRITERIA Students graduating from St. John of the Cross Parish School must have successfully completed the elementary program through maintaining a grade of no lower than “D” in all major subject areas: Religion, Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, Spanish and receive a passing grade on the U.S. Constitution and State of Illinois examinations. All academic work must be completed in conjunction with all subject areas including Fine Arts classes (i.e. Music, Art, PE, etc.) Students who received an “F” in any major area will be required to successfully complete a summer school program or be privately tutored throughout the summer to enhance learning before a diploma will be issued.

GUM SJCPS is a gum free school. Students are not allowed to chew gum on school grounds. Adults are also asked to respect our gum free environment. Students will receive a behavior notice for gum chewing.

HEALTH INFORMATION/MEDICATION POLICY School Medication Procedures: Parents/guardians have the primary responsibility for the administration of medication to their children. The administration of medication to students during regular school hours and during school related activities is discouraged unless necessary for the critical health and wellbeing of the student. It is the policy of this school that school personnel, including teachers, administrators, administrative staff, shall not administer medication to students except as provided in the School Medication Procedures established for the administration of medication. Compliance with the School Medication Procedures established for the administration of medication is the responsibility of the parent/guardian. Procedures

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1 Administration. No school personnel shall administer any prescription or non-prescription medicine unless the School has the student's current and complete Medication Authorization Form approved and signed by the School Principal.

Medication Authorization Forms are available on the school website. The School retains the right to deny requests to administer medication to the students provided that such denial is indicated on the Medication Authorization Form. If the School denies a request and authorization for the administration of medication, parents/guardians must make other arrangements for the administration of medication to students, such as arranging for medication to be administered before or after school or having the parent/guardian or designee of the parent/guardian administer the medication in school. 2. Self-Administration. A student may self-administer medication at school if so ordered by his or her licensed prescriber per the student's current and completed Medication Authorization Form. Students who suffer from asthma, allergies, or other conditions that require the immediate use of medication shall be permitted to carry such medication and to self-administer such medication without supervision by school personnel only if the School has on file for the student a current and completed Medication Authorization Form. Otherwise, such medication must be stored in a locked cabinet under the control of the School and the self-administration of medication shall be under the supervision of the School.

3. Appropriate Containers. It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to provide the School with all medication in appropriate containers that are:

a. Prescription-labeled by a pharmacy or licensed prescriber (displaying Rx number, student name, medication, dosage, direction for administration, date and refill schedule, pharmacy label, and name/initials of pharmacist) or

b. Manufacturer-labeled for non-prescription over-the-counter medication.

4. Storage of Medication. Medication received by the School in accordance with a completed Medication Authorization Form and in an appropriate container shall be stored in a locked cabinet. Access to the locked cabinet shall be limited to the School Principal, his/her designees, and the school nurse (if applicable). Medication requiring refrigeration shall be stored in a refrigerator that cannot be accessed by students and shall be kept separate from food items. At the end of the school year, or the end of the treatment regime, the student's parent/guardian will be responsible for removing any unused medication from the school. If the parent/guardian does not pick up the medication by the end of the school year, the School will appropriately discard the medication.

GENERAL HEALTH INFORMATION

Emergency Medical Care. In the event a student shall become ill or injured or otherwise need immediate medical attention that is not contained in the Medical Authorization Form on file with the School Principal or his/her designee or with the School nurse (if applicable), the Principal or his/her designee shall attempt to contact the student’s parent/guardian utilizing the information provided on the student’s Medical Information and Emergency Notification Form. If the student’s parent/guardian cannot be contacted, the School Principal or his/her designee shall attempt to contact the person identified by the parent/guardian as the student’s emergency contact. In either event, such contact shall be made to advise of the observed illness or injury or need for medical attention and to obtain further instructions from the student’s parent/guardian or emergency contact.

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Notwithstanding the foregoing, the School Principal or his/her designee or School nurse (if applicable) or other certified school personnel may call State or local emergency medical services before or after attempting to call the student’s parent/guardian or emergency contact if, in the exercise of school-related supervision of the student, the student’s illness, injury or need for immediate medical attention is perceived to be in need of emergency medical care.

Please update your emergency cards throughout the year. Any change to cell phones, work numbers and even e-mail address, is important to us to provide care to your children.

Student Illness Before School We ask that you are considerate of the other students and staff when sending your child to school. If a child has a fever greater than 100 degrees, they should remain at home until they are fever free for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medication. In addition, if a child is vomiting or experiences diarrhea, they should remain at home until free of these symptoms for 24 hours.

Other situations that may necessitate keeping your child at home are, but not limited to: a severe or uncontrollable cough; runny nose with severe congestion that interferes with normal activity; purulent conjunctivitis (pink eye) until 24 hours after the treatment has started; rash with fever or behavior changes; strep throat or other streptococcal infection, until 24 hours after starting antibiotics and the fever has subsided; lethargy.

Do not send your child to school if they are ill. Tests, assessments and school work can be made up when he/she returns. Report absence to the school office. Communicable Diseases When the school becomes aware of a student with a contagious/communicable disease, the school shall notify the appropriate parents/guardians in writing. Appropriate information on the disease may be attached to the school’s notification, if the information is provided by a health care source such as a hospital or licensed health agency.

Health professionals determine the incubation period for contagious diseases/conditions. Students excluded from school due to a communicable disease must present a written and signed statement from a physician indicating that the student is non-contagious and may return to school. Questions regarding communicable diseases should be directed to the local health department.

If your child has seen a doctor for an illness and has been diagnosed with a transmittable disease (i.e. conjunctivitis, strep, fifth disease, scarlet fever), notify the school nurse. First Aid If minor injuries should occur during the school day, children will be given first aid. A parent/guardian is informed, if necessary, or called immediately if the injury is questionable or more serious.

Head Lice Head lice do, on occasion, affect our student population. Procedures are in place at school to safeguard our students against the spread of head lice. Each student has their own locker for storage of clothing. Students are reminded to tuck hats and scarves into their coat sleeves when not being worn and to never share items for their head with anyone else.

Head checks are not being done at school unless a student complains of or exhibits head itching or a live louse is seen on a student. When this occurs the nurse is notified and the student’s head is examined privately by the nurse. Parents are notified individually by phone call if their child is found to have any evidence of head lice at school. Care and treatment needs are discussed with the parent. Although it is not required that

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students be sent home many parents do wish to pick their children up to begin treatment as soon as possible. The student may remain at school for the remainder of the school day, but will need to receive treatment for head lice prior to returning to school. On return to school following treatment, the school nurse will check the student for live lice and assess progress in treating the infestation. The nurse may check other students in the same household. The nurse, in consultation with the administration, may send the student home for further treatment if indicated.

Contact the school nurse if you would like advice regarding your children 708-292-1103.

Illness In School If a student feels ill they will be sent to the nurse. The nurse will determine if it is necessary to release students due to illness. If your child is sent home early from school due to illness, he/she will not be allowed to participate in any SJC activities after school on that day. If student is released from school due to illness, he/she may not return to school on the same day.

Individual Health/Emergency Action Plans Should your student require care during the school day for a known condition, severe allergy, asthma, diabetes, seizure, or other health concern please contact the school nurse at 708-292-1103 as soon as possible.

Vision and Hearing Screenings for vision and hearing may be conducted during the school year by the school nurse as time permits. Please let the office know, in writing, if you would prefer that your child not be screened for either vision and hearing screening. These are very basic screenings and are not meant to replace a visit to your physician. Per state guidelines vision screening will be conducted with students in preschool, 2nd and 8th grades. Hearing screening will be conducted with students in preschool-3rd grades. Teachers and parents may refer students for these screenings if they have a concern by contacting the school nurse.

State Health Requirements for School a. Health Exams: Health exams / immunizations are required for all students in accordance with the Illinois (ISBE) requirements. A

health exam is required for all children entering Preschool for the first time, Kindergarten and 6th grade. Preschool and sixth grade students must meet the Hepatitis B requirements. Health exams are also required for sports (see the SJC Athletic Association Handbook). Health exams must be completed within 1 year prior to entry into the above grades. Health exam forms are required to be submitted to the office prior to the first day of school or the student will be sent home. An out-of-state or out-of-country transfer student must present a health exam that was completed within 1 year prior to entry on a form comparable to the Illinois Health Exam form.

b. Dental: All students in Kindergarten, 2nd and 6th grade are required to have an oral health exam performed by a licensed dentist. Each child is required to present proof of the exam prior to May 15 of the school year. Form available on the school website.

c. Eye Examination with an optometrist or ophthalmologist is required for students entering Kindergarten or students entering first grade who did not attend Kindergarten by October 15. Form available on the school website.

HOMEWORK PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT The purpose of homework is to: *Reinforce and practice concepts and skills *Instill self-motivation and responsibility *Encourage creativity

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*Promote higher order thinking skills *Assist with time management *Foster independence Homework expectations are differentiated by primary, intermediate and junior high grades. Homework Policy Points for Primary Grades: *There is an indicator on the report card to record and communicate to parents whether a student consistently returns homework to school. *Homework should be completed in an environment free from distraction. *Good homework practices should be started early. *The following allotment of time is suggested at each grade level: Kindergarten- 20 minutes First Grade- 30 minutes Second Grade- 45 minutes Third Grade- 45-60 minutes *If your child is consistently needing more than the allotment of time, contact the teacher. *Homework directives will be posted on an individual teacher’s website. Homework Policy Points for Intermediate Grades: *Homework is to reinforce and practice concepts, and students will be held accountable for their work within the discretion of the teacher. *On average, 4th Grade may have 45-60 minutes of homework per night, and 5th/6th grade students may have 60 minutes of homework per night. Students will manage their long-term assignments consistent with this expectation. *Assignments may be modified in accordance with the academic need of the student. Homework Policy for Junior High: *Homework may include the following: test or quiz review, writing assignments, reading and long term projects, studying in order to prepare for future classes. *A typical amount of nightly homework that would be expected of junior high students is 60-90 minutes. *Students are encouraged to discuss any extenuating circumstances or concerns regarding homework completion with the student’s teacher. *No projects will be due on the first day of return after an extended school break. *Grading rubrics will be given to students at the start of long-term projects. *If a student forgets a homework assignment or school materials, and a parent brings it to the school, the assignment or materials will be placed in the teacher’s mailbox. We will not interrupt the learning environment. Homework Policy in regards to vacations: *Whereas a teacher is not obligated to provide homework in advance of a vacation, such work may be provided at the discretion of the teacher. If students would like to try and request homework, this request should be made a week in advance. Homework is discouraged over the weekend; there may be times when it is unavoidable. Effort will be made to keep it at a minimum. When a student is absent, homework assignment requests are to be made at the same time the school office is being notified of the absence prior to 9:00 am. Unless other arrangements are made, the homework materials may be picked up outside the school office on the homework table

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after 3:30. Students absent for a single day will be given appropriate time to complete missed work. Students absent due to vacations will be given time to make up work missed at a rate equal to the number of days missed. Students absent due to prolonged illness/surgery will have ample time to make up their work. Provisions will be made with the teacher(s). No parent/student is allowed in the classroom areas of the building after 4:00 pm to go to the locker or classroom. The maintenance staff will not unlock the classroom doors. Drop ins before or after school are strongly discouraged. All conferences with teachers must be scheduled in advance. Homework Notices: Homework notices are issued to students when homework is incomplete. This is a means of communication between school and home and in no way disciplinary.

LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER The Learning Resource Center (LRC) is open after school until 4:30, Monday through Thursday for group project work only on full school days. Otherwise, Extended Day utilizes the LRC after school.

Library Loan Policies

Students in 1st – 4th grades may borrow up to 3 books at a time with a 2 week due date.

Students in 5th – 8th grades may borrow 4 books at a time with a 3 week due date.

All books may be renewed twice under most circumstances. Special note: Encyclopedias have a 1 day due date.

Videos may not be renewed.

Overdue Materials

Overdue books/materials are the responsibility of the student.

At the end of the school year, any student who has not returned all of his/her library books/materials may forfeit a portion of his/her SJC Day. Eighth Grade graduates will miss a portion of 8th grade activities.

Lost/Unreturned/Damaged Materials

Parents will be notified in writing of any library items that are or damaged. Students may, however, continue to borrow from the library. Because lost items often show up later in the year, no payment will be requested until the 3rd trimester of school. At this time, parents will receive a written notification of the lost/unreturned item with the cost of the replacement.

Lost/unreturned or damaged material will be assessed as follows:

Lost/Unreturned: Books and Magazines – the current cost to replace the lost item Damaged: Actual cost of repairing, rebinding or

Bar-coded Manila envelopes (for magazines) - $1 each replacing the item, whichever is necessary.

Students will be required to pay for books or any other material.

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LOITERING

Loitering in the school building is prohibited. Students arriving before 8:40 are not allowed in the building before the entrance bell unless they are enrolled in extended day or in an activity/club. In the event an after school activity begins after 4:30 students must go home & return at the appropriate time. Students are not allowed to remain in the building unless they are in an activity/club or enrolled in the Extended Day Program, beginning immediately after school.

LOST AND FOUND One of our goals is to teach the students responsibility. Each year many items such as sweaters, hats, gloves, gym uniforms, shoes, glasses, and jewelry are never claimed. All items must be marked with the student’s name. The LOST and FOUND shelves are located on the first floor outside the office by the courtyard door. We recommend that items of personal value not be brought to school. Items not claimed are given to the St. Vincent de Paul Society.

LUNCH CART In the unusual event that a lunch is forgotten, it may be left for the student on the cart near the “sign-in” window. Lunches must be clearly marked with the student’s first and last name and homeroom number. ANY FAST FOOD LUNCHES, SODA, ENERGY DRINKS ARE NOT PERMITTED. We will not permit the child to eat the fast food in the lunchroom.

Only lunches (NO FAST FOOD LUNCHES) will be placed on the cart after 9:00 am to be retrieved at the lunch hour. We will not deliver forgotten items to a student, nor will we call a child to the office to retrieve a forgotten item.

MILK Milk may be purchased for lunch.

PARENT DIRECTORY Parent Association publishes a family directory at the beginning of the school year. Please use discretion in utilizing the information. The information contained within the directory is intended for the convenience and sole use of SJC families and staff, for school-related activities and social activities ONLY.

PARENT NOTIFICATION If both parents are out of town, please notify the school office of caregiver information.

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PARKING AND DROP-OFF PROCEDURES Please be extremely cautious in the parking lot at all times and follow the directions of the adult supervisors. For the safety of the young students getting in and out of cars, please refrain from talking on a cell phone. Children should exit the vehicle on the curb side. The first day of school children will line up at various points on the playground as indicated by their homeroom number. The second day of school, the children will enter the building when they arrive (8:40 - 8:50 am) and go directly to their lockers/classrooms rather than wait in the homeroom lines. (Homeroom lines will still be used at recess time.) Students will be expected to go directly to their classrooms after using their lockers and remain in their respective homerooms. Students who arrive before 8:40 am for a particular reason (tutoring, test taking, choir, band) must enter at the main entrance, sign in at the office, and go to their designated places. Students who arrive after 8:55 am are tardy and must also use the main entrance, sign in at the office, and receive a tardy notice. AM ARRIVAL (See Diagram page 34)

No parking or dropping off of students is allowed on any street surrounding the school

Dropping off of all students must be done in the parking lot.

Students walking from the north and east area of school (Courtland Circle, Rugeley, Caroline) must cross where crossing guards are present. Students may enter the lot via the sidewalk along the north side of the building. Students crossing Wolf Rd and Courtland Circle will be directed to use the church/parish center sidewalk and cross the lot at the direction of the person supervising the crosswalk.

Bike riders will park and lock their bikes at the bike racks located outside of the LRC and walk to the north entrance. Once this entrance is closed they must follow the sidewalk to the main entrance.

Families with 3 year old Preschool and/or ½ Day Kindergarten students only are to use Door #7 on Caroline Avenue. Children will be taken from the car by teachers/sides. Parents should circle around the parish campus for arrival so that they are traveling south on Caroline Avenue. PLEASE DO NOT BLOCK THE PARKING LOT EXIT LOCATED AT RUGELEY ROAD WHILE WAITING IN LINE TO DROP OFF YOUR CHILD(REN).

Families with 4 year old Preschool (AM & PM) students only are to use the circle driveway outside of the 51st Street doors. Children will be taken from the car by teachers/sides. Parents should circle around the parish campus for arrival so that they are traveling south on Caroline Avenue and turning west (right) onto 51st Street.

Families with full-day Kindergarten students only are to enter the school campus traveling north on Wolf Road and making a RIGHT TURN ONLY in the first/southern entrance near the Kindergarten (under the large crucifix). Children will be taken from the car by teachers/sides.

Families with a combination of Preschool and Kindergarten students are to use the drop-off doors designated for the youngest child. Children will be taken from the car by teachers/aides and walked to their respective classrooms.

Families with a combination of Preschool and/or Kindergarten students and siblings in grades 1-8 are to use the Main Entrance for dropping off all children. An older sibling MUST walk the Preschool and/or Kindergarten student(s) to their classroom before going to his/her locker.

Cars will use the northernmost driveway of the parish lot to enter. Two lines of cars will be formed. Those arriving from the south on the south side line. Those arriving from the north on the north side line. Drivers must decide which line they wish to use prior to entering the lot so as to come from that direction to enter. Cars in the north side line will be directed to the sidewalk nearest the north school entrance where children (several cars) will disembark, walk along the sidewalk and enter through the north door. Cars in the south side line will be

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directed through the parking area to the main entrance where cars will be stopped, children will disembark (4-6 cars at a time) and enter through the main doors. (See the diagram of the parking lot.) Directing the flow of traffic in the manner will allow for less congestion on Wolf Rd. and a greater number of cars to let children off at one time.

Walking children will still be crossed by an adult at the crosswalk.

Cars will be directed to use the exit at the middle of the lot if dropping off at the main entrance or coming from a parked car. Cars using the north entrance will exit on Caroline St. Cars using the Caroline exit must watch for buses, continue only straight down Rugeley or TURN LEFT onto Caroline.

For the safety of all, it is imperative that drivers DO NOT get out of line when exiting.

If you wish to park your car, you must enter from the north and turn into a parking spot near the parish center. Children are to go to the crosswalk at the parish center and be crossed by an adult. Parked cars must exit through the middle driveway onto Wolf Rd.

Under no circumstances during drop off or pickup while behind the wheel of your car should cell phones be utilized. It is the law, according to the Illinois Vehicle code in 625 ILCS 5/12-610.1: No cell phone use is permitted in a school zone.

Arrival Student Drop-Off Traffic Pattern

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DURING SCHOOL HOURS – PARKING LOT PROCEDURE Day Time Parking Patterns at SJC for 2016-2017 With the relocation of the main office and the chapel this summer, changes will take place regarding the day time parking patterns. The main door (Door 1) is the only entrance to the building during the school day. Parents may no longer drive around to the circle drive on 51st Street. All volunteers and visitors to SJC will be required to enter the school building through the Main Entrance (Door #1) Long Term Visitors to SJC:

All long term (more than 5 minutes) volunteers/visitors to SJC are asked to enter the parking lot using the center entrance on Wolf Road, parking their vehicles in the North Parish Center lot.

Volunteers/Visitors are to enter the building through the Main Doors so that they may sign in and out with the main office. Short Term Visitors to SJC:

All short term (5 minutes or less) visitors to SJC are asked to enter the parking lot using the center entrance on Wolf Road, parking their vehicles in the South Main lot in the first row of parking closest to the school building.

Visitors are to enter the building through the Main Doors so that they may check in with the main office.

When exiting the South Main lot, visitors are asked to drive south and exit using the southernmost exit onto Wolf Road. The parking lots will be clearly marked with cones and other safety devices to indicate where to park.

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Short & Long-Term Parking During the School Hours

PM DISMISSAL At dismissal, students will exit through various doors throughout the building and be directed to the lot if they are to be picked up. Please watch for your child(ren) in the parking lot area. Walkway will be “coned off” for children’s safety. Pre-K Only If your child is going home with another student and is to be picked up by someone else, a note is required and should be given to the teacher.

No parking/dropping off of students is allowed on Caroline Ave or any street surrounding the school.

Students walking home and bicycle riders will be dismissed through various doors throughout the building and guided to the walkways.

Students being driven home will exit through various entrances and walk to the parking area. Parents are asked to park and escort their child(ren) to the car. Picking your children up at the crosswalk area will eliminate the hazard of children walking between cars. Much of the play area will be opened for parking. Those parked in the lot north of the church, or in front of the parish center use the NORTH Wolf exit. Those parked between the building and the parish center exit on Caroline. Those parked in area between the building and Wolf Rd.

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may use the south exit onto Wolf Road if going north (right turn only) or must exit onto 51st St. When parking in this area please use the “stadium method” of parking so that all cars are parked facing Wolf Rd. and move forward only when leaving your space.

Please exit as safely and quickly as possible and follow the directions of the adult supervisors at all times. Supervisors will be wearing an orange hat or vest.

Students waiting for late pickup will remain in the school lobby.

Do not use your cell phone at arrival and dismissal time; it’s the law.

Be sure to give these procedures to anyone who may be picking up your children during the year.

If your child is driven home, pick up/drop off should follow current procedures within the boundaries of the school. In order to keep our children safe it is imperative that we remain flexible and work together. Adults will be helping to supervise and guide student walkers and direct drivers. Please heed their directions even if it may not be convenient for you at the moment. The supervisors will be doing their job to help assure our students’ safety.

Dismissal Student Pick-up Traffic Pattern

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PERSONAL GIFTS/INVITATIONS In an effort to respect the feelings of others students are not allowed to pass out personal information, party invitations, or exchange individual Christmas/Birthday gifts to selected students during the school day.

PHONE CALLS Phone messages to be delivered to children interrupt classes and are not encouraged. Please arrange any change in transportation with your child(ren) prior to his/her arrival at school. Any important message necessary for your child(ren) must be received in the office no later than 3:15. We cannot guarantee phone messages received after 3:15 will be given to the student. Students will not be permitted to call home for forgotten lunches, homework, clothing, or to arrange visits with friends after school. (In primary grades the discretion of the office staff will determine if a call is necessary.) If a student is ill, the nurse/office personnel will call parents/guardians. If it should happen that a call is received from your child, please call the office to verify it. Students are not allowed to call or text their parent during the school day. Students will receive a behavior note for calling or texting.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION Attendance in P.E. classes is required of all students. It is very important that the physical education teacher be aware of any health restrictions for your child. If, for any reason of health, physical disability, etc., a child cannot attend P.E. classes, the parent/guardian should notify the school nurse in writing and include the following information:

The date of the absence

The reason for the non-participation

A date when the student will return to class

Restrictions upon returning are the same restrictions that apply to after school activity. Students with a doctor’s note will be required to go to the LRC during PE class and work on a related PE assignment. If the student is participating in an SJC sport after school and cannot participate in P.E., the student will not be allowed to participate in that activity.

PLAYGROUND BEHAVIOR

Students are expected to be respectful of one another, and play games within the peaceable playground parameters.

Only equipment provided by the school may be used on the playground.

Dodgeball, red rover and games involving physical contact of any kind are not permitted

REPORT OF PROGRESS

A letter grade of “I” in a Fine Arts class is only given for incomplete work due to extended illness or extended absence for a family emergency. The student has two weeks from distribution date of report cards to complete the work. Report cards for grades K-8 will go home at the end of each trimester, (Nov 18, Mar 3, and Jun 7) Report card envelopes must be signed by parent/guardian and returned to the homeroom teacher within one week.

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Mid-term PROGRESS REPORTS for grades K-2 will be sent home, (Sept 30, Jan 20, and Apr 6)

REQUEST FOR TEACHERS Classroom placement for students is professionally determined by teachers and the administration in relation to:

Equal gender (as close as possible) in each homeroom

Heterogeneous academic homerooms

Special academic needs

Social considerations Teachers at each grade level follow the same curriculum objectives during the year though teaching styles may differ. Requests for particular teachers will not be considered.

RETENTION St. John of the Cross Parish School follows the Office of Catholic Education's Policy #139.1 which states: The decision to retain a student shall be made only if there has been adequate evaluation and documentation which indicates that the student would most likely profit from retention. The decision to promote or retain a student shall be a cooperative one made by parents, teacher, and administrator. Ordinarily, parents shall be notified of the possibility of retention no later than mid-year. Some of the determining factors in retaining a student will be: immaturity, lack of proficiency in reading and /or basic required skills, as well as absenteeism.

SCHOOL VISITATION RIGHTS ACT - JULY 1993 The School Visitation Rights Act permits employed parents and guardians who are unable to meet with educators because of a work conflict the right to an allotment of time during the school year to attend necessary educational or behavioral conferences at the school their children attend.

SEARCH AND SEIZURE We reserve the right to inspect all school property, including lockers and desks.

SECURITY St. John of the Cross has a security system in effect when school is in session. This necessitates locking school doors at all times.

Students/adults entering the building after 8:55 a.m. use the main school entrance.

After ringing the bell, the person will be asked to identify him/herself, state his/her business, will be buzzed into the building and must report first to the office.

Students are not allowed to open the doors for anyone entering the building after school begins.

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SEXUAL HARASSMENT Sexual harassment is an unwanted and unwelcome sexual behavior that interferes with a person’s life and/or creates an uncomfortable environment. It includes a broad range of behaviors including sexual remarks and jokes, suggestive looks and gestures, touching and other kinds of physical contact. St. John of the Cross Parish School seeks to create a Christian environment permeated by Gospel values of love, compassion and justice. All members of the school community are expected to demonstrate respect for themselves and one another.

Sexual harassment of one employee by another, of a student by an employee, or of one student by another is unacceptable conduct. Employees or students who engage in any type of sexual harassment will be subject to appropriate discipline, including suspension and/or dismissal.

Retaliation in any form against an employee or student who exercises his or her right to make a complaint under this policy is strictly prohibited, and will itself be cause for appropriate disciplinary action.

Any employee or student, who knowingly makes false charges against an employee or a student in an attempt to demean, harass, abuse, or embarrass that individual, shall be subject to the sanctions for misconduct set forth above.

Any form of sexual harassment is in direct opposition to our school’s philosophy and values and will not be tolerated.

Students who experience any form of sexual harassment are encouraged to bring the problem to the attention of a teacher or the principal. The fact that someone did not intend to sexually harass an individual is generally not considered a defense to a complaint of sexual harassment. In most cases, it is the effect and characteristics of the behavior that determine if the behavior constitutes sexual harassment. Under certain circumstances, sexual harassment may constitute sexual abuse under the Illinois Human Rights Act (775 ILCS 5/2-101 et seq.). In all such cases we will comply with the statute and take prompt action to protect the victims(s) of the alleged abuse.

SKATEBOARDS/ROLLER BLADES ETC. Skate Shoes (Heely’s), Skateboards, roller blades, hockey sticks and scooters are not permitted on the school/parish grounds or in the school building at any time. Such items will be confiscated, and be returned only to the parent/guardian by the principal/assistant principal.

SNOWBALLS Snowballs, or any snow and ice throwing are not allowed before, during or after school. Students are not to climb onto or slide down any snow mounds that may develop.

SPECIAL LUNCHES For special lunches, treat days, etc., we will not provide for dietary needs of students. They may bring their own lunch. Part of the educational process is for children to know their own limitations and to adapt accordingly.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE BY STUDENTS - ARCHDIOCESAN POLICY 331(1990)

The consequences for violating school policy: treatment or counseling, provided by the parent/guardian, shall have priority over, but not necessarily exclude, punitive measures. The procedures for handling violations: Suspension pending school investigation

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Conference with principal, parents, child, pastor, and other appropriate persons as determined by the principal. Appropriate confidentiality shall be maintained.

If the violation is founded, professional evaluation, and if necessary, treatment shall be provided by parent/guardian. When pastoral and rehabilitative measures have been exhausted with no success, the principal may choose continued suspension and/or expulsion. In extreme or special circumstances, expulsion may be considered at an earlier time in the process.

Police notification shall be made at the appropriate time, as directed by law.

Mitigating circumstances warrant differences in procedure, i.e., first offense, age, seriousness of offense, prior conduct, attitude of student, cooperation of parents, initial success of rehabilitative measures, etc.

SUPPLIES Whiteout is not permitted for student use.

TARDY POLICY It is the responsibility of each family to work out a system so that students arrive on time to school. Students who are consistently late are being deprived of social interaction, Morning Prayer, announcements, and time to organize themselves for the day. The children must be seated in their desk at 8:55 when the bell rings. Please note, the children are tardy after 8:55 whether they are walking in the building, at their locker, or in the hallway. If you anticipate being tardy, call the school stating why you will be late. Your child/ren, however, will still be marked tardy. If tardiness becomes a chronic issue, a parent and/or guardian will be contacted by teacher and/or school administration. If the problem persists, consequences will be determined on an individual basis.

TECHNOLOGY POLICY Technology, as a tool for learning, must be used in a respectful manner in accordance with classroom instruction and the "Acceptable Use Policy". (See Addendum 1) Parents have signed off on this policy during processing

TECHNOLOGY OUTSIDE OF SCHOOL

Parent/Guardians are primarily responsible for the student’s appropriate and ethical use of technology outside of school. However, the inappropriate use of technology outside of school may subject the student to disciplinary action. Inappropriate use of technology may include, but is not limited to harassment of others, use of the school name, remarks directed to or about teachers and staff, offensive communications including videos/photographs and threats.

Unauthorized costs incurred for online purchases charged to the school are the responsibility of the student and her/his family.

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TESTING St. John of the Cross Parish School uses the Aspire College Readiness Test, which is mandated by the Office of Catholic Education. The testing program includes Grades 3 through 8 and is scheduled in the spring. Results are sent home when they become available.

TRANSFER OF STUDENTS Parents must complete SJC transfer form if the child is transferring to another school. No school records will be released until the completed transfer form is signed and submitted to the SJC school office.

UNIFORM CODE 1. School uniforms are worn as a symbol of pride in oneself and the school community.

The school needs your support and cooperation to enforce the uniform policy.

2. Students will wear uniforms beginning the first day of school. If a student must be out of uniform for a specific reason, it is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to send written notification to the school office with an explanation. Final determination of what will be considered appropriate attire/hairstyle rests with the administration.

3. Students not in appropriate uniform will receive a written assignment to be completed by the following morning.

4. Uniform items must be purchased from LANDS END with the exception of leather belts and shoes.

5. Gym uniforms are also purchased ONLY through LANDS END. Older gym uniforms formerly purchased at SJC are still acceptable for wear in gym class.

Preschool Only

Early Childhood students do not wear uniforms. Clean, casual clothes are acceptable for boys and girls. More “dressy” clothes should be worn for special occasions. Gym shoes must be worn on gym days. Leather or gym shoes are permitted on all other days.

Shirts/Blouses

Boys: Grade K – 3 Solid light blue, knit, collared, long or short sleeved (no labels/logos)

Grade 4 – 8 Solid light blue, oxford style button down collared, long or short sleeved (no labels/logos)

Girls: Grade 4 – 8 White, oxford style collared, long or short sleeved (no labels/logos)

Grade K – 8 White, turtleneck top may be worn with the school uniform (no labels/logos)

K – 4 White collared long or short sleeved (no labels/logos)

An optional untucked over-blouse is available from SCHOOLS ARE US and may be worn in lieu of the oxford shirt.

Oxford shirts/blouses must be tucked in at all times.

Solid white T-shirts only may be worn under the uniform shirt/blouse, as long as it is not visible

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Pants/Slacks

Properly fitting solid navy blue dress or corduroy pants/slacks (no labels/logos allowed).

Pants/slacks with belt loops must be worn with a leather brown or black belt. In Grades K, 1 and 2 no belts are necessary

Skirts/Jumpers

Grade K - 4 Uniform school plaid jumpers length no more than 2 inches above the knee

Grade 4 – 8 Uniform school plaid skirts length no more than 2 inches above the knee (Girls in Grade 4 have the option of skirt or jumper)

Sweaters/Fleece Jacket(Optional)

Properly fitting solid navy blue or dark forest green sweaters/fleece jacket with SJC logo purchased from Land’s End

Only the 7th grade Living Rosary sweatshirt or 8th grade graduating class sweatshirt may be worn in lieu of a sweater. The student must wear a uniform blouse/shirt underneath the sweater/sweatshirt.

Socks/Tights

Over the ankle or knee-hi socks are to be worn at all times. Tights may be worn by girls.

Solid white, black, grey, navy blue or dark hunter green

Shoes

Backed and heeled dress shoes or walking shoes in solid brown, black, or navy blue. If the heel is outside the shoe, the student is not meeting the requirements.

Ill fitting shoes may be unsafe. Parents may be asked to replace the shoes.

Light up shoes, sparkly shoes not allowed. (The administration will determine the appropriateness of the shoe. Please be conservative in your choice of shoe.)

Hairstyles

Final determination for what will be considered appropriate hairstyles rests with the administration.

Boys’ hair must be his own natural hair color, clean and neat, may not go below mid ear, may not touch the collar of the shirt, and the front may not extend below the eyebrow.

Girls’ hair must be her own natural color, clean, and neat. No feathers allowed in hair.

High fashion hairstyles are not allowed, hairnets, rollers or shower caps are not allowed. (girls)

Boys must remove their caps upon entering the building.

Fad hairstyles of any kind are never allowed.

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Jewelry/Makeup

Jewelry, perfume, make-up, nail polish, lip gloss is not allowed at any grade level.

Only a watch, 1 pair post earrings and a small religious symbol on a thin chain may be worn. Bracelets (except medical) are not allowed.

Body art, including self applied marker, ink, etc., is not allowed.

Silly banz are not allowed.

Warm Weather Uniform Code (Optional) From the beginning of school until September 30th, and from May 1st to the end of the school year, the warm weather uniform code is in effect. Please note: The school building is air-conditioned.

Shorts

Properly fitting solid color navy blue or khaki dress shorts (no over-sized, multi-pockets)

Shorts length must be above the knee and below mid thigh.

Shirt/blouse

Shirts/blouses (polo type) collared solid white, navy or hunter green May also wear regular uniform shirt.

Shirts/blouses must be tucked in at all times.

Socks

Over the ankle socks must be worn at all times

Solid white, black, grey, navy blue or hunter green

Shoes

Ill fitting shoes (backs are crushed, therefore, children wear them as flip flops) are not allowed. Parents may be asked to replace the shoes.

Clean and neat gym shoes or the usual school uniform shoe. All shoes must have a back. (no flip flops etc.)

No Crocs are allowed.

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Out-of-Uniform Days During the course of the year, an out-of-uniform day will be given once each month. Students may be given directions if a theme is chosen. Inappropriate slogans, pictures or characters on clothing are never permitted. Students must be covered from the neck to mid thigh (no short shorts) and wear shoes that have backs and heels Make up and jewelry code applies on out-of-uniform days.

Students may wear shorts in September and May only, our warm weather uniform months. “Leggings, full-length Yoga Pants, and Capri Yoga pants must be worn with a top of a length that, at the minimum covers the “bottom” and is consistent in length from front to back.”

Any child who is out of uniform will receive a behavior notice.

VACATIONS Family vacations during the school year are discouraged. If a student is absent from school due to vacation, teachers are not required to give the student work ahead of time. Once a student returns to school, he/she will be given adequate time as determined by the teacher to make up work missed. Please note that because of the nature of some assignments, those assignments may not be allowed to be made up. (i.e.: a science lab)

If chronic absences due to vacations becomes an issue, parents and/or guardian will be contacted by the teacher and/or administration to review academic progress.

VOLUNTEERS – Criminal Background Check – Virtus Training (See Addendum 2) We welcome parents/guardians to assist our children in classrooms and during special activities throughout the year. Any person over the age of 18 must have completed a CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK prior to being in the school building when children are present. VIRTUS TRAINING must be completed prior to working with any children for any school related purpose. Upon completion of the background check and verified training, the person will be issued a school identification badge to be worn at all times while in the school building when children are present. Persons not wearing their badge will be escorted off the premises. No person will be allowed in the school building or will they be allowed to accompany children on any school related activity without the SJCPS ID badge.

Volunteers who are in the school building during an emergency drill should report to the school secretary or the receptionist, who will be located by Preschool Circle Drive or outside the Parish Center.

WATER BOTTLES Students may carry a reasonably sized water bottle during the school day filled with water only.

WELLNESS POLICY St. John of the Cross Parish School follows the Illinois State Board of Education and Archdiocesan suggested guidelines/recommendations for school wellness. St. John of the Cross Parish School has specific guidelines for food-allergic and diabetic children and our staff has reviewed Epi-Pen procedures for emergencies.

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St. John of the Cross Parish School is committed to providing a learning environment that supports and promotes wellness, good nutrition, and an active lifestyle and recognizes the positive relationship between good nutrition, physical activity and the capacity of students to develop and learn. The entire school environment shall be aligned with healthy school goals to positively influence students’ beliefs and habits and promote health and wellness, good nutrition and regular physical activity. In addition, school staff shall be encouraged to model healthy eating and physical activity as a valuable part of the day.

Food in the Classroom Student safety is one of the most important things at St. John of the Cross Parish School. Each year, we see more students with peanut and/or tree nut allergies, some cases in which even a microscopic amount of the offending food may cause a life threatening allergic reaction. Therefore, St. John of the Cross Parish School does NOT allow any products that contain or have been processed in a facility with peanuts and/or tree nuts to be eaten in any of our classrooms. We require that no food items with peanuts and/or tree nuts be eaten in the classroom for a snack or any other class events, including birthday/class/holiday parties, or packed for lunches on field trips. The Classroom Food Policy must be followed at all times. Only food items found on the Approved Classroom Snack/Treat List may be eaten in the classroom. Students will still be allowed to bring peanut and tree nut products for their school lunches because there is a dedicated nut-free table provide for children with allergies in the Multi-purpose Room / school lunch room.

Classroom Food/Celebration Policy

o Only foods found on the Approved Snack/Treat List will be allowed to be eaten in the classroom. o Homemade snacks/treats are no longer allowed in the classroom. o Treats sent to school for birthdays or other parties/celebrations must be pre-packaged and will be sent home with the students at the end

of the school day. (Homemade snacks are not included in this policy.) o Classroom parties may still be held – only the food consumed in the classroom has changed. o We encourage considering non-edible prizes to share on birthdays, etc. o ONLY Peanut/Tree Nut free snacks/treats/lunches will be allowed on field trips. o All bake sale, special lunch, and concession items, etc. must remain in the area from which they were received and never brought into the

classrooms.

WEAPONS To uphold the dignity of the human person, the sacredness of human life, and provide a safe, secure environment:

Students shall not carry, possess, or use weapons in school, or on school premises.

Weapons include but are not limited to the following: knives, handguns, brass knuckles, “billy clubs”, bats, pipes, sticks and any other

object that causes bodily harm.

School authorities have the right to inspect and search lockers, desks, parking lots and school property.

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Parents/Guardians of the students involved shall be notified as soon as possible. Students who violate these directives are subject to suspension and/or expulsion. School officials are required to report weapon violations to the local police. The weapon is turned over to the local police jurisdiction. The Office of Catholic Schools should be notified as soon as possible. However, a written copy of the Archdiocese of Chicago, Office of Catholic Schools Incident Report must be faxed to the vicariate assistant superintendent at the Office of Catholic Schools within twenty-four (24) hours of the incident.

ST. JOHN OF THE CROSS PARISH SCHOOL ADHERES TO THE POLICIES SET FORTH BY THE ARCHDIOCESE OF CHICAGO

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ST. JOHN OF THE CROSS SCHOOL ADVISORY BOARD 2016-2017

CHAIRPERSON

James Morrissey 4916 Woodland Avenue Western Springs, IL 60558 708-256-2806 [email protected]

Vice Chairperson James Conniff 5200 Grand Avenue Western Springs, IL 60558 312-659-5499 [email protected] Agnieszka Bucko 1500 Mandel Avenue Westchester, IL 60154 773-951-6359 [email protected] Erin Gibbons 5040 Fair Elms Avenue Western Springs, IL 60558 312-296-1819 [email protected] James Grossman 5555 S. Ashland Avenue Countryside, IL. 60525 708-310-2704 [email protected]

Julie Krema 4739 Grand Avenue Western Springs, IL 60558 312-636-1383 [email protected] Lorraine O’Malley 5217 Harvey Avenue Western Springs, IL 60558 708-784-9440 [email protected] Dan Timotic 3821 Lawn Avenue Western Springs, IL 60558 312-925-4437 [email protected] David Zich 117 Circle Ridge Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 630-654-4172 [email protected]

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SCHOOL ADVISORY BOARD RESPONSIBILITY

School Advisory Board by its nature is advisory to the pastor and principal. The pastor and principal participate in all regular, special and executive services of the board. The principal is the executive officer of the board and provides inservice and guidance to the board in educational matters. The pastor has final approval of all board matters. The board has a unique relationship within the Parish and school community.

The board relates to the parish finance committee as directed by Archdiocesan policy and procedure.

The board relates to the school faculty and staff through the principal.

The board represents its constituents: parents, guardians and parishioners.

The board members act as board members only at board meetings or when otherwise directed. AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: BOARD MEMBERS The School Advisory Board is a leadership group within the ministry of Catholic schooling. As such, the responsibilities include:

Modeling faith community in a spirit of cooperation and interdependence with the pastor and principal.

Adhering to Archdiocesan policy and developing policies that enable the school to fulfill its mission.

Assisting the pastor in the search and selection of the principal when a vacancy occurs.

Participating in the Archdiocesan Principal Performance Review Process.

Reviewing and advising on the school budget, tuition rates and other sources of financing.

Developing and periodically reviewing the local board constitution and bylaws.

Participating in the school’s development, student recruitment efforts and long-range plans.

Acting as the public relations and marketing arm of the school and its programs.

Participating in ongoing board inservice both at the Archdiocesan and local level.

Evaluating annually the board’s effectiveness, productivity and internal operations.

Directing individuals and/or groups to appropriate resources for conflict resolution.

Participating, upon request, in the School Improvement Process.

Monitoring the implementation of the recommendations of the School Improvement Plan.

Supporting the efforts of local legislative action.

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Boards are not responsible for:

Acting as a grievance committee or conciliators for any group or party.

Hiring, evaluating or terminating faculty and staff; nor do they advise principals of their responsibility in personnel matters.

Administering the school or telling the principal how to administer the school.

Implementing policies and procedures It is expected that School Advisory Board members work together toward the common goal of promoting the mission and purpose of Catholic education. School Advisory Board members agree to a code of ethics that avoids situations that present actual, perceived or potential conflict between their interest and the interest of the School Advisory Board. The Board’s code of ethics require: confidentiality, objectivity, justice, fairness and maintenance of unity.

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PRINCIPAL’S RIGHT TO AMEND HANDBOOK

The Principal reserves the right to amend statements in this Handbook with or without notice. The school will attempt to keep the

parent/guardian informed of all changes as soon as practical.

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TELEPHONE NUMBERS

School Phone 8:00 AM – 4:00 pm ......................................................................................................... (708) 246-4454 Call in daily absentees via the absence hotline before 9:00 am............................................................. (708) 292-1162 Parish Center 9:00 am - 9:00 pm .......................................................................................................... (708) 246-4404 Youth Catechesis .................................................................................................................................. (708) 246-6760 Parent Association: Mrs. Jeannie Francis .................................................................................. (773) 551-0239 Mrs. Carrie O’Brien .................................................................................... (773) 580-7016 Mrs. Katie Phelan ...................................................................................... (630) 537-1992 Mrs. Andrea Zimmer .................................................................................. (773) 354-0933 School Advisory Board Chairperson: Mr. James Morrissey .................................................................................. (708) 256-2806 Athletic Association Director: Mr. Carl Rhineberger ................................................................................. (708) 292-1118 Band – Band for Today Mr. Jim Jozwiak ......................................................................................... (630) 420-8556 Boy Scouts Mr. John Spitkovsky ................................................................................... (708) 352-9537 Cub Scouts Mr. Ed Giles ............................................................................................... (708) 783-1126 Girl Scouts Mrs. Carolyn Wheat ................................................................................... (630) 544-5916 email – [email protected]

School Uniforms Land’s End ................................................................................................................................... (800) 469-2222 (Web Page www.landsemd.com/school) Schools Are Us (overblouse) ........................................................................................................ (773) 779-0172 School Web Page: www.stjohnofthecross.org/school

Addendum 1

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TECHNOLOGY Acceptable Use Policy

St. John of the Cross Parish School provides technology resources to its students and staff for educational and administrative purposes. The goal in providing these resources is to promote educational excellence by facilitating resource sharing innovation and communication with the support and supervision of parents/guardians, teachers, and support staff. The use of these technology resources is a privilege, not a right. Access to technology provides the potential availability of material that may not be considered of educational value in the context of the school setting. Appropriate behavior, as it relates to the use of technology, is no different from behavior expectations in all other aspects of the learning and instructional program. All users are expected to use the technology and technology networks in a responsible and ethical manner. This document is intended to clarify these expectations as they apply to technology and tech usage in schools. SJC follows the Archdiocesan guidelines for technology protocol.

prevent user access or transmission over its technology and technology network of inappropriate material via internet electronic mail, or other forms of direct electronic communications:

prevent unauthorized access and other unlawful online activity:

prevent unauthorized online disclosure, use, or dissemination of personal identification

comply with the provisions of the Children’s Internet Protection Act (Pub. L. No. 106-554 47 USC 254(h)). Use of the technology resources that are prohibited include, but are not limited to:

violating student rights to privacy/confidentiality, or unauthorized disclosure, use, and dissemination of personal identification information;

attempting any unauthorized access, including hacking of any technology system:

downloading unacceptable materials;

re-posting personal communication without the author’s prior consent

violating copyright law;

using school technology resources for financial gain credit card fraud, electronic forgery, other illegal activity and political purposes;

downloading, installing or storing software on any school owned technology device without the approval of appropriate school personnel;

changing or attempting to alter any configuration, program or password on any computer or system;

using a school computer without knowledge/approval of school personnel responsible for the computer;

using inappropriate language, pictures, and gestures in any form on the internet;

using the Internet for entertainment or limited self-discovery function;

using the Internet for unauthorized purchases. The school is primarily responsible for:

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Content filtering that blocks multiple categories of objectionable web content as required by state law. Combined with close supervision by faculty, and education on safe use of the Internet, our students have the opportunity to safely explore a wealth of educational resources available on the Internet. The purpose of this Acceptable Use Policy is to establish guidelines that provide safe and responsible access to resources by all students.

Providing guidance to the student in Internet use and monitor the program to the best of their ability as a regular instructional activity. Controlling all materials on a global network is impossible, and an industrious user may discover inappropriate information or perform inappropriate actions in spite of adult supervision. Therefore, we encourage parents to have a frank discussion with their children about Catholic Christian values and how those beliefs should guide student activities while using the Internet.

teaching proper techniques and standards for Internet participation;

guiding student access to appropriate areas of the Internet;

informing students that misuse of the Internet in school could result in loss of access privileges and/or further disciplinary action;

monitoring privacy, software policy, copyright laws, e-mail etiquette, approved/intended use of the school’s Internet resource;

disabling, subject to administrative supervision, protection measures in the case of bona fide adult research or other lawful purposes.

The school is not responsible for:

unauthorized costs or charges that are incurred by students over the Internet;

any damages the student may incur, including loss of data;

the accuracy or quality of any information obtained through any school Internet connection. The use of technology is an instructional tool in the classroom and is only utilized when permission is granted by the presiding teacher. The Parent/Student Handbook addresses student use of electronic devices during regular school hours and during school-sponsored activities. Student-owned computers, when used in school, must follow the same procedures as school-owned equipment. Student-owned computers cannot be used on school premises without school consent. All students in grades 4 – 8 will be issued an iPad to be utilized in school and at home for educational purposes only. All students at St. John of the Cross Parish School will use online educational resources that may require the creation and use of student usernames and passwords including but not limited to Google Apps for Education. Parents/Guardians and students must sign and acknowledge the school Acceptable Use Procedure. The parent/guardian must authorize the student to have access to the school technology resources at the beginning of each school year. Parents are responsible for any damage to iPads, computers chargers, iPad bags.

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JOB POSITION – SCHOOL VOLUNTEER

Job Title School Volunteer

A volunteer offers assistance to the principal and staff. The volunteer is assigned specific tasks according to the needs of the school. Consideration is given to the particular expertise and interest of the individual. The school volunteer cooperates with the principal and staff in providing an environment that promotes the ministry of Catholic education.

Accountability The volunteer is directly accountable to the principal. The volunteer agrees to abide by the established policies and procedures of the Archdiocese of Chicago, as well as the educational policies and procedures of the local school. The volunteer is expected to maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding students, school personnel, and school matters. The principal or the coordinator of school volunteers determines the schedule and the tasks to be performed by the school volunteer. The role of school volunteers is assessed annually based upon school needs and the expertise of the volunteer. The principal determines if the service of the volunteer is compatible with the needs of the school

General Responsibilities The duties of the volunteer may include but are not limited to:

supervising students in a specific area (classroom, library, lunchroom, sports programs, hallways, playground, field trips)

assisting the teachers in the classrooms

working with the school secretary in the school office

assisting in family school organizations and other school activities.

chaperoning field trips (see Field Trips) Parents must sign off on Field Trip Agreement The principal assigns specific tasks essential to the function of the position.

REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

compliance with Safe Environment Requirements

The school volunteer receives a copy of the job description.

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Documents

Parent/Student Handbook 2016-2017johnofthecross-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/school/files/2011/... · 2017. 6. 16. · Yearbook $20 per book Clubs Varies by club Extra-Curricular Activities