School Policies

                                 
2010-2011 Annunciation B.V.M. School Parent/Student Handbook
 
***The Annunciation B.V.M. School Parent/Student Handbook contains certain policies and procedures of our school. The school may change/revise any of its policies and procedures and apply them as circumstances dictate at any time. If you have a question about a particular policy or procedure, please contact Mrs. DeAngelo or Mrs. Lamberto.

 

ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY POLICY - ANNUNCIATION B.V.M. SCHOOL strives to educate the whole child and every effort is made to enable each student to achieve success.  If a student receives a failing grade in an academic subject or a grade of Unsatisfactory in Conduct or Effort, he/she will be ineligible to participate in school/parish sponsored extra-curricular activities for the next academic trimester.  Teacher approval is required prior to a student resuming participation in an activity.

 

ATTENDANCE - Regular attendance and punctuality are essential for the development of personal responsibility and for continuous growth in the learning process.  Students are expected to be present on all school days, unless sickness or another serious reason makes attendance impossible.  When a student is absent, parents are requested to call the school office between 8am and 9am.  A note to the teacher which indicates the reason for the absence is due when a student returns to class.  Students are responsible to complete assignments missed due to absence. (Copies of forms to report an absence are in the Directory or simply use an index card). MAKE-UP WORK IS GIVEN WHEN THE STUDENT RETURNS TO SCHOOL. 

Perfect Attendance:  (Parish Elementary Policies and Procedures regarding Perfect Attendance Certificates #332) If Perfect Attendance Certificates are used their use must conform to the following guidelines:

                        1.  The student must be present and on time each instructional day. The school day begins at 8:10am with the.
                             bell ringing in the school yard. Students begin to line-up at 7:55am. After 8:10am a student is considered
                             late and will receive a late slip/or demerit. Students are to report to the school office when coming in late
                             before going to class.
                             

                        2.  The student must present a note for any excused lateness. This is not to be a regular occurance.

 

                        3.  The student is excused for absence due to deaths in the immediate family.

     The “immediate family” is defined as parent(s), grandparents, siblings, or member of the household.
 
4.  Lateness is recorded on River Valley Software

                             

 

Other excused absences, unless otherwise directed from our office, do not warrant issuance of a Perfect Attendance Certificate.

 

BIKES - Students are not permitted to ride a bike to school.

 

BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS – In school, birthday treats must be healthy and nutritious.  Rather than an edible treat, if you would like to donate a book to the school library or classroom library in your child’s name you may do so.  Birthday invitations may only be given out at school if they are given to the entire class or all the boys and all the girls.

 

BOOKS - Textbooks are very expensive.  They must be covered and handled carefully.  Students may not write in any textbook.  No doodling in textbooks, workbooks, copybooks, or folders.  They must be carried in a book bag to and from school.  If a textbook is lost, mutilated, or destroyed, the student must assume the cost. Textbooks are to be covered with booksocks, and workbooks are to be covered in contact paper with name and grade visible. 
 
BUDDIES - Each lower grade is matched with a an upper grade buddy for religious or class activities.
Pre-K  and Grade 6                                       Grade 2  and  Grade 4
Kindergarten  and  Grade 7                            Grade 3  and  Grade 5
Grade 1  and  Grade 8 

 

CALENDAR – A tentative calendar of important dates for the year is on the school website. An updated calendar for each month will also be on the school website.

 

C.A.R.E.S. (Children Are Receiving Extended Services) PROGRAM – This program assists families who require supervised child care which extends beyond the regular hours of the school day.  The C.A.R.E.S. program is conducted until 6 PM each day school is in session.  This program is available for children in Kindergarten through grade 5 who attend Annunciation BVM School.
The fee is $15. per day.

 

CHEWING GUM - Students may not chew gum in the school building or on the school/parish grounds.

 

 

COMMUNICATION: Parent-teacher communication contributes to a successful school experience for children.  To request a conference with a teacher, please email the teacher who will make every effort to respond in a timely manner.  When entering the school building for any reason, parents and/or visitors must sign in at the office. At no time may parents go directly to a classroom without a previously scheduled appointment.  If you have any questions or concerns about your child, the teacher is your first contact.


COMMUNICATION ENVELOPE (WCE) - There will no longer be a weekly WCE. All weekly information will be on a link on the school website. You will need to make a copy of anything that needs to be returned to school. It is to be returned with the youngest child and given to their homeroom teacher. It will be on the website on Mondays.
 
COMPUTER LAB - Students must observe the following rules while in the Computer Lab:
  • Students are permitted in the lab only when accompanied by a teacher;
  • Students remain in the lab until the class is dismissed;
  • Students must handle all equipment with care;
  • Parents will be responsible for any damaged equipment;
  • Students may only handle their own disk;
  • No students may be on the Internet without a teacher present;
  • Students may not be on the Internet on their classroom computers at lunchtime;
  • Any materials used in the Computer Lab must be returned to their proper places;
  • AUP must be signed by the parent and the student before a student is able to attend computer class.

 

 

ABVM School Acceptable User Policy (AUP) for Internet Access

            Internet access is now available to students and teachers at our school. The Internet is an electronic highway connecting thousands of computers all over the world and millions of individual subscribers. While our intent is to make Internet access available to further educational goals and objectives, students may find ways to access objectionable materials as well. We believe that the benefits to students from access to the Internet, in the form of information, resources and opportunities for collaboration, exceed any disadvantages.

            To that end, Annunciation B.V.M. School has set the following standards for using

            on-line information sources.

            1. Students are responsible for good behavior on school computer networks, just

as they are in the classroom. Communications on the network are often public in nature. The network is provided for students to conduct research and communicate with others. Access to network services is given to students who agree to act in a responsible manner. Parent permission is required and access is a privilege -- not a right.         

2. The principal and supervising teachers will determine what is appropriate and their decision is final. Before using the Internet, each student will review the Acceptable User Policy (AUP), learn about proper use of the network and become familiar with Internet etiquette.

3. Network etiquette (Netiquette) is important while users are on-line. These include (but are not limited to) the following:

  • For reasons of personal safety, students will NEVER post personal contact information about themselves or others. This may include address, telephone numbers, school address, etc.
  • Note that electronic mail (e-mail) is not guaranteed to be private. People who operate the system do have access to all mail. Messages relating to or in support of illegal activities may be reported to the authorities.
  •  *Do not write or send abusive messages to each other. Cyber bullying will result in automatic school suspension.
  • Use appropriate language. Do not swear, use vulgarities or any other inappropriate language.
  • Do not use the network in such a way that you would disrupt the use of the network by others (e.g., downloading huge files during prime time; sending mass e-mail messages; annoying others using talk or write functions).
  • Respect appropriate laws and copyrights governing the information on the Internet. Transferring copyrighted material without express permission of the owner is a violation of Federal Law. The user is deemed responsible to see that this does not occur. 
  • Plagiarism is taking the ideas or writings of others and presenting them as if they were one’s own.  Students will not plagiarize works they find on the Internet.
  • No vandalism. Vandalism is defined as any malicious attempt to harm or destroy data of another user, the data of the Internet, or the data of other networks that are connected to the Internet backbone. This includes, but is not limited to, the uploading or creation of computer viruses.

             4. The principal and supervising teachers may review files and communications to maintain system integrity 
            and ensure  that users are employing the system responsibly.
             Network storage areas may be monitored regularly. Users should not expect that files
            stored on school servers will always be private.

            5. Annunciation B.V.M. School reserves the right to amend this policy.

 

These policies apply to ALL users, students, teachers, and administrators of

telecommunications systems which are entered via equipment and access lines located at                     

Annunciation B.V.M. School or who obtain privileges through association with this school.

Violations may result in loss of access as well as other disciplinary action.

 

            Annunciation B.V.M. School Homepage

           

http://www.abvmhavertown.com

http://www.teacherweb.com/PA/AnnunciationHavertown/SchoolHome Page/

           

             

 

CURRICULUM - Students follow the curricula prescribed by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, Office of Catholic Education. Teachers make every effort to meet the individual needs of students through challenging and enriching projects, and by adapting and/or modifying the curriculum when this will enable a child to achieve success.

 A variety of assessment strategies are implemented within each marking period. This includes formal and informal evaluation of student performance. At least five assessments will occur within a marking period for each major subject area.

 

Students in Kindergarten through Grade 8 participate in art, computer, library, music and physical education classes each week. A variety of additional programs contribute to and enrich the standard curricula: Art Goes to School, Forensics, Instrumental Music, MATHCOUNTS, R.E.A.C.H., Reading Olympics, Science Fair, Spring Show, and Variety Show are among them.

 

DISCIPLINE CODE - We believe that discipline is fundamental to life.  Discipline is a necessary reflection of the philosophy of the Catholic School, which attempts to develop a fully committed Christian – a Christian committed to the observance of just rules and regulations which will assist the individual in responding to his/her responsibilities and obligations to him/herself and others. 

 

Correct training in discipline means that a child learns to accept rules and regulations presented by lawful authority.  Students are expected to act in such fashion that their behavior will reflect favorably on themselves and the school.  They are expected to show consideration and respect for their fellow students and teachers, thus creating a harmonious atmosphere within the school.  All students must recognize their individual responsibilities and obligations and discharge them in accordance with school regulations.  Children who fail to comply with school policies and regulations must accept the consequences.  Detention and loss of privileges are possible consequences. 

 

Disciplinary Procedure for PRE-K, Kindergarten and Grades 1 to 3 usually will be handled by the classroom teacher, the principal, or other members of the faculty.

 

Disciplinary Procedure for Grades 4 to 8

Students in grades 4 to 8 who demonstrate unacceptable behavior will receive a demerit, which is signed by the principal, teacher and parent.  After having received one demerit, the next offense will result in an after school detention.  A student who serves two detentions during a marking period for unacceptable behavior may receive an in-school suspension depending on the offense. The conduct grade for that marking period will be a 2 or a 1.

 

 The following is only a guideline for the classroom teacher in the issuance of demerits or an automatic detention.  It is not an all-inclusive list of conduct that violates the Discipline Code. An automatic detention may be issued immediately. Any member of the faculty may issue a demerit/or an automatic detention to students in any grade if warranted.

 
 
The following infractions will warrant at least one (1) demerit per infraction.

·         Not prepared for class - Not having schoolwork, supplies, books, etc.          

·         Improper behavior - Includes, but not limited to disturbances in class/playground/lunchroom (i.e. note passing, loud boisterous sounds, throwing food), any disruption deemed by the principal or classroom teacher to interrupt the educational process.

·         Disrespect - Any improper attitude displayed toward any teacher, administrator, staff member, volunteer parent,  or fellow student.

·         Gum chewing.

·         Eating in class.

·         Dress code violation.

·         Failure to return a signed demerit slip within two (2) days.

·         Other- Any behavior that warrants attention not specified on the above list.

 

A student may be denied participation in CYO and/or school-related activities if there has been a serious violation of discipline or failure in an academic subject.  Appropriate notification will be given to the parents and students.

 

An automatic detention or in-school or out-of-school suspension may occur for serious school violations, which includes:   
                                       
  • Lying 
  • Cheating - The taking or giving of school work that is not one's own or if the teacher has probable cause to suspect such action
  • Any verbal or physical bullying, exclusion of students, fighting, threatening, harassing or violent acts
  • Cyber-bullying
  • Blatant disrespect displayed toward administration, faculty, staff member, parents, volunteers, or  another student
  • Forgery - Any school paper or handing in any paper signed by anyone other than a parent or guardian or handing in a paper written by someone else
  • Leaving school premises without permission
  • Invading or damaging teacher, student, any other school or parish property
  • Smoking in or around school property
  • Use of alcohol or drugs etc.
  • Profane/abusive/obscene language or gestures or engaging in immoral conduct
  • Bomb scare or triggering other false alarms
  • Possession of a weapon (fake or real)
  • Stealing
  • Threats of violence by use of weapon (fake or real)
  • Discussion or talk of violence involving weapons or violent acts (fake or real)
  • Cell Phones
  • Cutting Class
  • Truancy
  ** "I/We was/were just kidding."  "I/We was/were just fooling around."  "I /We didn't mean it." are not defenses. Please be mindful of respectful behavior toward everyone!
 
*A student who receives a suspension may be dismissed from the school community depending on the offense. The Pastor and Principal are the final recourse in all disciplinary situations.

 

The Code of Behavior for Annunciation students is constantly reviewed Students are told and parents are informed via The Message from the Principal of revisions and updates.

 

DROPPING OFF/PICKING UP STUDENTS - For the safety of everyone, please do NOT drive into the school yard (upper lot) or the lot behind the rectory (lower lot) at any time during school hours.

 

            Drop Off:  When bringing children to school, please enter Sagamore Road from Earlington Road and pull to the curb to discharge children. Do not block the driveway entrance. When dropping off children on Brookline Boulevard, please pull curbside to discharge them. These procedures may be inconvenient for some but it is safer for all. A parent or older student should accompany Pre-Kindergarten children to their classroom.

 

            Pick Up:  Please meet AM Pre-Kindergarten children in the school yard (upper lot). Children in the full day Kindergarten program will follow the regular dismissal procedures.

            When picking up children, please park on Wexford Road (facing Brookline Boulevard) or on Brookline Boulevard and meet children in the lower lot. Please have the children cross at the corner with the crossing guard (not in the middle of the block). Thank you for considering the safety of all of our children.  Parents must supervise their children at dismissal.  The children may not run, climb, pull/hang on trees on school/church property.


EARLY SCHOOL DISMISSALS – Early School Dismissal will take place at 11:30am.  Parents who wish to have their child/ren dismissed early for appointments or other legitimate reasons must send written notification to the teacher.  Parents will meet their child at the school office. Please be advised that students are responsible for making up missed class work.

 

FAMILY VACATION - Students are encouraged to be present for school each day. Family vacations during the school year are discouraged.  When a family chooses to take a vacation during the regular school year it is important to inform the principal and the classroom teacher.  Students are required to make up the work that is missed.  Teachers do not provide this work prior to the vacation.  When it is necessary to take vacation time during the school year, please consult the calendar and try to take advantage of long weekends when school is not in session.  Make-up work must be completed for review by the teacher according to teacher specification.

 

FIELD TRIPS – Field trips are an important part of students’ educational program. Such trips are considered a privilege. Parents will be notified by a permission form for all trips outside the immediate school environment. The parent or guardian must sign the permission slip before the child is permitted to attend the class trip. Permission over the phone cannot be accepted. The principal and or teacher reserves the right to refuse a student or class permission to attend a field trip if conduct is not appropriate.

No drinking of alcoholic beverages by chaperones is permitted on any school field trip. All field trip chaperones must have updated clearances: Pennsylvania State Police Background Check (every five years), Child Abuse Clearance (every five years), Safe Enivonment Workshop (one time only).

 *Chaperones may not bring younger siblings/children on a class field trip.
 

HOMEROOM PARENT - The exact duties of the homeroom parent vary from teacher to teacher. The homeroom teacher will provide guidelines to interested parents regarding this volunteer position at back-to-school night. Classroom celebrations are up to the teacher’s discretion. Celebrations take place in the classroom. Refreshments are simple healthy snacks.

 

HOMEWORK - The following time allotment is suggested by the Office of Catholic Education for home assignments and may include both study and written assignments:

    Grades

  • 1-2                    approximately 30 minutes
  • 3-4                    45-60 minutes
  • 5-6                    60-90 minutes
  • 7-8                    90-120 minutes  

HONORS CRITERIA

1. Academic Honors – Students in Grades 5 through 8 are eligible to receive Academic Honors. The requirements are:

 

          a. A student must achieve a 92 general average.

          b. A student must achieve a 90 in all major subjects –regardless of the general average,      

         no major subject may be below 90.                                                                                                                                                                                                        

          c. A student must achieve a 3 or 4 in the area of Personal, Social Growth, Effort, and Study Skills as well as in Music, Physical Education, Technology, and Art.

             

2. Improvement Honors – Students in Grade 5 through 8 are eligible to receive Improvement Honors for the second and third trimester. The requirements are:

 

a. The student’s report must show a net gain of 10 points. This gain may be in one subject or spread among a number of subjects.

b. A student must achieve at least a 3 or 4 in the area of Personal, Social Growth, Effort, and Study Skills 
                as well as in Music, Physical Education, Technology, and Art.
            c. Improvement honors can be received along with Academic Honors.
d. There may be no checks on the left side of the report card.

 

3. Honors Math – The Archdiocese of Philadelphia's Office of Catholic Education sets the guidelines for Annunciation’s Honors Math Program.  The requirements are:

            a. Consistent scores of 90 or above in Math Composite Score on Terra Nova Test.

b. Consistent scores of 80 or above in the Reading Comprehension portion of the Terra Nova Test.

c. Evidence of above average performances (scores of 85 or above) on the Mathematics Level  Mastery Tests (this is the final cumulative test that your child takes each year in math).

d. Consistent grades of 90 or above in Mathematics on the report card.

e. Cognitive Skills Index falling in the range of 125 on the Terra Nova Test (this is an index used to indicate ability)

  • All criteria must be met for admission to this program! 

 

LIBRARY - Students must observe the following rules when using the library:

  • Library time is considered class time. Therefore, all rules in effect in the classroom also apply to the library.
  • All materials used in the library must be returned to their proper locations.
  • All books taken from the library must be signed out at the desk by the person in charge.
  • All books must be returned within the prescribed time.
  • A fine is charged for all overdue books.
  • In consideration of others, quiet is requested in the library at all times.
  • Books must be returned in good condition.
  • Payment for lost books/or defaced books is the responsibility of the student.
  • There will be no participation in Field Day if a student still has a library book outstanding/or defaced.

 

LOST AND FOUND - There is a container located in the back of the cafeteria where all lost articles are held. You are welcome to check the box from time to time to try and locate the lost items. Please make sure all clothing is labeled.

  

LUNCH :          

            Students bring their lunch from home. Milk can be purchased at school. There are a few Special Lunch days throughout the school year. The Student Council sells bottled water each day. Forgotten lunches are to be left in the “Forgotten Lunch Bin" under the steps at the Sagamore doors entrance with the name of the child clearly indicated. Lunch parents help supervise in the cafeteria and school yard. Students are expected to behave in a courteous and respectful manner.  The information regarding special lunches is on the website under Forms.  Orders sent in after the due date will not accepted in the office.   
*The Lunch Fee will be paid to the A.B.V.M. Home and School Association. 
 
  • All students are expected to follow the rules of the cafeteria:
  • Treat the principal, teachers, parents, students, and school personnel with respect.
  • Retrieve your lunch from your grade's lunch bin located in the back of the cafeteria.
  • Students must raise their hand and ask permission to get a drink or go to the bathroom.
  • Line up in an orderly manner for the Special Lunch, and milk. 
  • Remain seated while eating lunch.
  • Speak in a conversational tone.
  • Clear tables and floor when finished. Students in grades K-3 will have the lunch parent roll the trash can around to each table. Students in 4-8 will be called by grade to throw trash away. 
  • Remain in the cafeteria unless student has a note from a teacher.
  • No student may leave the cafeteria to return to the classroom for any reason. 
  • Report to the Principal or Assistant Principal, a teacher, or a lunch parent if you need to leave the cafeteria for a club, see a teacher, etc.
  • Food is not permitted to be carried outside the cafeteria.
  • Soda is not permitted.
  • When the bell rings there is to be silence. Prayers will be said. Lines will be called, or students will remain quiet in their seats until their teacher comes to the cafeteria.
  • Pack two (2) napkins or paper towels with your lunch – 1 is to be used as a placemat.

 LUNCH RECESS - All students are expected to follow the rules of the school yard:

  • Treat the principal, teachers, parents, students, and school personnel with respect.
  • Play in assigned areas- away from parked cars, the rectory, convent, sides of the school, and trash cans. 
  • Answer the 3 bell-system- 1st bell, stop, 2nd walk, 3rd line up in silence.
  • Proceed into the building in silence.
  • Snowball, stick or stone throwing, and spitting are not permitted.
  • No one may leave the school yard at recess.
  • Tennis balls or other small playground balls are not permitted  - Nerf balls only.
  • No student may leave the school yard to retrieve a ball.
  •  LUNCHROOM MONITOR -  Lunch supervision is approximately 45 minutes.   Each day you take turns with the other monitors sharing the outside and inside spots since we have two lunch periods. Your duties include, but are not limited to: selling milk and supervising the children. Lunch parents need to walk around and be aware of the “happenings."  Please remember to sign-in the lunch sign-in book which is located on the table outside the school office.
 SCHOOL HOURS - Students (K-8) stand in line in the school yard before school. In the event of inclement weather, the hot pink sign will be on the Sagamore doors informing students to go to the cafeteria.  No student may enter the building before 8:10 AM unless permission is given by a teacher.
   
                                                                    Grades K - 8

                        1st Bell             8:10am                             Bell                 1:00pm

                        Prayers             8:20am                            1st PM Class    1:05pm

                        1st AM Class    8:25am                             Prayers            2:50pm

                                       Dismissal         3:00pm

                      * We follow the 3-bell system in the school yard.

                                                                   Lunch/Recess

 

Kindergarten through Grade 3                  12:15 – 12:35pm

Grades 4 through 8                                 12:40 – 1:00pm

 

 

Pre-Kindergarten

 

                        AM       8:10am - 11:00am

 

           

            5-day four year old class meets:              Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs., and  Friday AM

            3-day four year old class meets:              Monday, Wednesday, and Friday AM

                                                                      

SCHOOL SECRETARY - Our school secretary, Mrs. Donna Corlies, performs a multitude of tasks during a school day.  It is with a gracious and loving manner that she responds to the needs of students, parents and faculty.  We thank you in advance for making her job a little easier by following the directions for absences, forgotten lunches, homework, etc.


SCRIP PROGRAM - TBA 
 

SECURITY - All doors at Annunciation are locked during the school day. There is a camera system at the main Sagamore Road door so that the school staff can visibly identify all guests to the school. No one is admitted to the school during school hours without ringing the bell and identifying themselves and their purpose. All visitors must then proceed to the office to register. If you must sign your child in or out due to a late arrival or a doctor's appointment, you must go to the office and sign them in and out.  No one may return to school after dismissal to retrieve forgotten items such as:  books, tests, homework, instruments, etc.  This is a safety issue. NO EXCEPTIONS!  Classrooms are locked at the end of the school day.

 

SPECIAL PROGRAMS:             Parish Children's Choir    *IST (Instructional Support Team)                                       
                                                MATHCOUNTS              Mercy Ministers/Mercy Outreach

                                                CYO Sports                   Instrumental Music lessons

                                                Forensics                      Student Council

                                                After School Clubs         Rosary Club

                                                Crocheting Club             Raiders' Digest School Newspaper
                                                Science Fair                 Reading Olympics
                                                Variety Show (Fall)        Spring Show
                                                R.E.A.C.H. (Haverford Township Police Department)
 

            *IST (INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT TEAM).  This consists of the Principal, the school IST coordinator, the referring teacher, Delaware County Intermediate Unit staff who service the school, and the parents of the child who is referred.  This team gathers to identify strategies that could benefit a student who is experiencing difficulty in the classroom due to consistent academic, social-emotional, or behavioral problems.  Referrals can come from teachers or parents.


TELEPHONE - During the school day, the telephone is to be used by students for emergencies only and then only with a teacher’s permission. Students may not call home for homework, projects, tests, gym clothes, sports equipment, etc.  Cell phones must be in the OFF position in the student’s school bag.  No texting or use of any cell phone is permitted in school.
All telephone calls may only be made from the school office. Cell phones may not be used on school /parish property during school hours/functions. Disobeying this rule will result in an in-school suspension.  
 

TUITION –   Tuition is due on the last day of the month from July through February.  Annual and semi-annual payment plans are also available.  The payment plan chosen at registration can be changed by either a phone call to the Business Office or a note enclosed with the payment.

 

Timely payment of tuition is expected.   Late or non-payment affects the financial operations of the parish.  If there is financial hardship, please contact Fr. Mark J. Haynes, pastor, to discuss as soon as possible.  If tuition/school fees (Stationery, Activity, Miscellaneous, and  Lunch) are not up to date, late fees will be assessed.  In addition, if payments are not up to date, ABVM reserves the right to:

 

  • not allow students to begin the new school year with any balance due from the previous year.
  • not allow students to start the 2nd half of the school year.
  • bar participation in activities, including field trips and other class/school functions/CYO Sports. 
  • deny access to River Valley Software Gradebook; withhold report cards, transcripts, and diplomas.

The only exception is if there is a written payment plan, approved by the pastor, whose payment terms are not delinquent.

 

Parents are encouraged to apply for the A.B.V.M. Faith and Life Grant, the BLOCS(Business Leadership Organized for Catholic Schools) Grant, and the EITC (Educational Improvement Tax Credit).

 

TUITION and FEES:

Grades K-8:      A nonrefundable $75 registration fee per child is due at time of registration.

                                                Supporting Parishioner

One child                                  $2,895.00

Two children                              $5,166.00

Three or more children                $7,188.00

Non-Supporting or

Out of Parish Grade K-8             $5,000.00 per child

 

  • At the beginning of the new school year, each student in K-8 will owe a $40. Activity Fee which will cover copier paper, supplies, and testing materials. There will also be a $10. Art Fee. The Stationery Fee to cover the cost of cpoybooks and other items for class work will vary in each grade.This Stationery Fee list can be found on the school homepage on the Forms Link the first week of school. The Lunch Fee which is $35. per child will be paid to the A.B.V.M.Home and School Association. The Lunch Fee can be paid at Back to School Night or sent into school. The other fees are due by Friday, September 30, 2011. 
  • Supporting parishioner rates are available for registered families who demonstrate consistent financial support for the parish. Families who do not consistently support the parish elect to pay the non-supporting rate. Compliance will be monitored on a quarterly basis. The suggested weekly offering is $20 per week.
  • Late fee of $10 per month will be assessed for all payments not received by the date due.

PRE-K TUITION and FEES:

 

A non-refundable $50 registration fee per child.

 

3 days (Half days) -  $1,900.00 ($190.00 per month)

3 days (Full days) -  $2,500.00 ($250.00 per month)

5 days (Half days) - $2,500.00 ($250.00 per month)

5 days (Full days) - $3,600.00 ($360.00 per month)


Tuition is monitored by the FACTS program.

 

All programs are subject to maximum and minimum enrollment.
 
*LUNCH BUNCH - Pre-K 4 is on Wednesdays. Lunch Bunch is from 11:00am -1:00pm. The fee is $10. Please give the fee to Mrs. Mattson. This fee must be paid prior to the child staying for Lunch Bunch. The children bring their lunch and enjoy various activities. Mrs. Mattson will let you know when Lunch Bunch will begin. 
 

 UNIFORM CODE - Students are expected to wear the prescribed uniform each day. Students are expected to take pride in their appearance, and to be neat and clean. Hair styles for girls and boys should be neat and NOT trendy (No tails, designs, spikes, or lines). Boys haircuts should not be touching the shirt collar and must be above the eyebrows.

 

 Students are not permitted to wear makeup. NO NAIL POLISH IS TO BE WORN. Jewelry that is appropriate for school may be worn (i.e. a medal, watch, and one small ring; girls may wear one pair of post earrings).

 

Kindergarten Winter Uniform                          Kindergarten Fall/Spring Uniform

Navy sweatpants with logo                                  Navy shorts with logo-cotton/polyester-mesh

Navy sweatshirt with logo                                    White golf shirt

*White turtleneck or golf shirt

Sneakers                                                           Sneakers

White socks                                                      White socks
                                 *The above Kindergarten uniform is also used for gym class.

 

 

 

WINTER UNIFORM DRESS CODE

 

 GIRLS: Grades 1 to 5

Plaid jumper at the knee.

Blue/white short/long-sleeved blouse or a white turtleneck.

Sweater: navy cardigan, navy vest, or navy crew neck

Socks: navy knee socks, navy tights, or navy socks
*Optional navy skort (polyester/wool blend for winter) with blue/white long/short sleeved golf shirt or white turtleneck with school shoes-no sneakers

 

GIRLS: GRADES 6 to 8

Plaid Kilt - at the knee. 

Blue/white short/long-sleeved oxford shirt, blue/white/navy short/long-sleeved golf shirt, or a white turtleneck

Sweater: navy crew neck, navy vest, or navy cardigan

Socks: navy knee socks, navy tights, or navy socks  

 

BOYS: GRADES 1 to 3

Navy slacks with a belt (no cords, jeans or sweatpants)

Blue/white short/long-sleeved golf shirt or a white turtleneck

Sweater: navy crew neck or a navy vest

Socks: navy or black socks

 

BOYS: GRADES 4 to 8

Navy slacks with a belt (no cords, jeans or sweatpants)

Blue/white short/long-sleeved golf shirt or a white turtleneck

Sweater: navy crew neck or a navy vest

Socks: navy or black socks
 
                                                       BOYS/GIRLS SCHOOL SHOES GRADES 1-8
 
Choice of: black, navy oxford (tie) shoes, or black, navy, tan bucks (tie) - Shoes must be tied at all times!
* Besides the above shoes, girls also have the choice of navy or black one buckle strap shoes.
* No Docksides, Skechers, Uggs, heels, slip-on shoes, loafers, clogs, flip-flops, slippers, boots, or any type of sneakers.
* Sneakers are only to be worn on gym day.
 
 

 

 

FALL AND SPRING DRESS CODE (OPTIONAL)


GIRLS                                                                                             BOYS

Navy cuffed shorts with a belt or navy skort (light-weight)          Navy shorts (no cuff) with a belt

Blue/white short-sleeved golf shirt                                           Blue/white short-sleeved golf shirt

Socks: white socks                                                              Socks: white socks

Shoes: Sneakers                                                                  Shoes: Sneakers
*If you wear school shoes with the Fall/Spring uniform, you must wear navy socks or navy knee socks. 

  

 

                                                         GYM UNIFORM FOR BOYS AND GIRLS-Grades 1-8

 

FALL / SPRING                                                      WINTER

Plain gray shirt with logo                                           Plain gray shirt with logo

Navy shorts with logo                                                Navy sweatpants,sweatshirt with logo

Sneakers and white socks                                        Sneakers and white socks
 
** If you are not in your proper gym uniform, you will not be having gym on gym day.
 
** No low socks in the shoes or or at the ankle are to be worn. Socks may be a short crew sock or cuffed sock.
 
** Golf shirts may be worn with or without the logo.
 
**  All shirts and blouses are to be tucked inside the skirt, skort, shorts, or pants.
 
** Banded golf shirts long/short sleeved are optional.
 
** If wearing a tee-shirt under the school shirt/blouse/turtleneck/gray gym shirt/sweatshirt, it must be white only and without writing on it.

  

** No heelies on parish or school property.  No cleats are to be worn in school.  They must be put on outside the school.  Shoes/sneakers and socks must be worn in the school at all times.

 

** No toys are permitted in school.  This includes: iPODS, MP3 players, DVD players, Nintendo DS or any other electronic devices.  No Webkinz, stuffed animals, toys, sharp objects, sticks, play weapons, etc.

 

 

 

 

 
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