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Parent-StudentHandbook

2017-2018

Catholic Elementary SchoolSt. Raymond

St.RaymondHandbook2017-2018 2

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FORMA:2017-2018AcknowledgementFormAll parents must complete the Handbook Signature Page indicating they have read andaccepttherulesofthisyear’shandbook.Eachmiddleschoolstudent(grades6-8)signatureis also required indicating the student has read and accepts the rules of this year’shandbook.ForstudentsinJK-5theparentsareconsentingonthestudent’sbehalf.DUEDATE:FIRSTDAYOFSCHOOLTHISPAGE ISDUETOEACHSTUDENT’SCLASSROOM/HOMEROOMTEACHERONTHEFIRSTDAY OF SCHOOL. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF THE HANDBOOK IS REQUIRED BEFORE ASTUDENTISPERMITTEDTOBEGINSCHOOLATST.RAYMOND.By signing below, I acknowledge and agree to the policies of St. Raymond School. Mysignature ismycommitment touphold theschool rulesandsupport theadministration intheadministrationofschooldiscipline.__________________________________________________ __________________________________________________Parent/Guardian–PrintName Parent/Guardian–PrintName__________________________________________________ __________________________________________________Parent/Guardian–PrintName Parent/Guardian–PrintName__________________________________________________ __________________________________________________Student(grade6-8)–PrintName Student(grade6-8)–SignatureForfamilieswithmorethan1middleschoolstudent: __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________Student(grade6-8)–PrintName Student(grade6-8)–Signature__________________________________________________ __________________________________________________Student(grade6-8)–PrintName Student(grade6-8)–Signature__________________________________________________ __________________________________________________Student(grade6-8)–PrintName Student(grade6-8)–Signature


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FORMB:StudentiPadContract

Allparentsofstudentsingrade1-8mustcompletetheStudentiPadContractindicatingtheyhavereadandacceptexpectationsforiPaduse.Eachmiddleschoolstudent(grades6-8)signatureisalsorequiredindicatingthestudenthasreadandacceptstherulesofthisiPadContract.ForstudentsingradesK-5theparentsareconsentingonthestudent’sbehalf.

● I understand that I ambeing loanedan iPadand that it is formyeducationalwork.ThisdeviceisthepropertyofSt.RaymondSchool.

● I understand that during the school day (8:00AM – 3:00PM) the school’s computers andiPadsaretobeusedforeducationalpurposesonly.

● IunderstandthatImustprotecttheiPadfromdamageandloss.IwillkeeptheiPadinthecase providedwhen transporting and storing the iPad. Iwill keep it locked inmy schoollockerorinmyclassroom.

● IunderstandthatwhennotusingtheiPadforthespecificpurposesofaclass,theiPadwillbeclosed.

● IwillfocusontheworkathandwhenIamintheclassroomorstudying.● IunderstandthatatnotimeamItowatchvideos,listentomusic,orplaygamesduringthe

schooldayunlessinstructedtodosobyateacher.● IunderstandthatatnotimeamItovideoateacherorclassmatewithouthis/herexpress

permission.● Iwillnotaccesssocialmediasites,includingbutnotlimitedtoservicessuchasFacebook,

Pinterest, Instagram, Snapchat, YouTube, etc. at school. I know and understand that as astudent of St. Raymond School, even when not physically at school, school guidelinesregardingrespectfulandresponsibletreatmentofothersstillapply.

● If the iPad is damaged due to intentional actions, I agree that I may be responsible forpayingthecostofrepair/replacementforanewschool-ownediPadandcase.

● IfurtherunderstandthatitismyresponsibilitytoabidebyallthepoliciessetoutintheSt.RaymondAcceptableUsePolicy.

IhavereadandunderstandtheiPadPolicyandProcedurescoveredintheiPadtraining.IagreetocomplywiththesepoliciesandproceduresandunderstandthatfailuretocomplywithanyoftheserulesandpolicieswillresultinthesuspensionofmyuseofthisiPaddevice.

RighttoAmend

St.RaymondSchoolreservestherighttoamendthesepoliciesandproceduresasrequired

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__________________________________________________ __________________________________________________Parent/Guardian–PrintName Parent/Guardian–PrintName__________________________________________________ __________________________________________________Student(grade6-8)–PrintName Student(grade6-8)–Signature

Forfamilieswithmorethan1middleschoolstudent: __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________Student(grade6-8)–PrintName Student(grade6-8)–Signature


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INDEX

FormA:AcknowledgementForm 2

FormB:StudentiPadContract 3Index 4

ChapterI:AboutSt.RaymondSchool 6St.RaymondSchoolVision,Mission,andPhilosophySchoolwideLearningExpectationsGeneralInformationGeneralAdministrativePoliciesParentEngagement

ChapterII:Admissions,TuitionandRegistration 15Non-DiscriminationPolicyAdmissionsPolicyTuitionandRegistrationFees

ChapterIII:AcademicsandFaith 18StudentExpectationsGradingCriteriaandGradeScaleHomeworkTestingGrievanceProcedure

ChapterIV:AcademicPolicies 22AcademicHonestyTitleIX

ChapterV:AttendanceandHealth 23AttendancePolicyandProceduresMedicationLiceFever

ChapterVI:Athletics 26ObjectivesandPolicyEligibilityandParticipationRulesAthleticFeesandUniformsInappropriateBehaviorGrievanceProcedure

ChapterVII:Communication 28EmergencyProceduresVisitorsonCampusBack-To-SchoolNightWednesdayBulletinandMailingsParentConferencesAppointmentsOfficeTelephoneParentalAbsencesPhoto/Video/Internet/WebsiteReleaseOpt-outInformation

ChapterVIII:SchoolUniformPolicy 31BoysandGirlsUniformsNon-UniformDays


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ChapterIX:Discipline 33GeneralRulesPlaygroundandPerimeterAreaRulesOff-CampusExpectationsHarassmentPolicy(andbullying)DisciplinaryConsequences

ChapterX:TechnologyConcernsandAcceptableUsePolicy 38CellPhonesandTextingWearableSmartDevicesAcceptableUsePolicy

RighttoAmendHandbook 42

Appendix 43BehavioralExpectationsLearningSkillsCoachGymUseGuidelinesandKeyCardPolicy


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ChapterI:AboutSt.RaymondSchool

VISION

St. Raymond Schoolwill be recognized as the leader in service-oriented innovative 21st CenturyCatholiceducation.MISSIONSTATEMENTSt.RaymondSchoolisafamilyunitedbyourCatholictradition.Facultyarededicatedtopreparingandpromoting engagedand inspired learnerswhoare committed to their ownpersonal growth.Students are challenged through intentional spiritual, academic, service, athletic, and socialexperiences to become ground-breaking thinkers and collaborative communicators. St. RaymondSchoolpartnerswithparents, theparish,andthecommunity inordertosupportourstudentsontheir journeytowardbecomingcuriouslearnerswhoseektounderstandthepositiveimpacttheycanmakeintheirimmediateandglobalcommunities.PHILOSOPHYSt. Raymond School offers both a traditional and transformative learning experience that isgrounded in our Catholic faith. We believe learning is a collaborative activity rather than acompetitiveexerciseallowingustoacknowledgethedignityofeveryperson.WeshowourfaithinGod by how we act and who we choose to be in the world, and we challenge ourselves toacknowledgeourstrengthsandweaknessesconstructivelysothatwecontinuallygrow.Webelieveit is essential to always ask, ponder, and investigate the unknown by pursuing huge problems,proposingtransformativesolutions,andbyusingbreakthroughtechnology.

SCHOOLWIDELEARNINGEXPECTATIONSSociallyResponsibleChristians

● IhavearelationshipwithJesusthroughprayer,scripture,andservice.● IshowIamafollowerofJesusthroughmywordsandactions.● Itakeresponsibilityformywords,actions,andchoices.● Irespectthedignityofallpeople.● ItakeactionwhenIseeinjustice.

CuriousLearners● Iaskquestions.● Iamprepared,organized,andexcitedtolearn.● Iworkbothindependentlyandcooperatively.● Iusetechnologyasatooltolearnandcommunicateideas.

CommittedtoPersonalGrowth● Irecognizefailureasanopportunitytoachieveasuccessfuloutcome.● IbelieveIamcapableofalwaysbecomingbetterinallthatIattempt.

CollaborativeCommunicators● Ilistenrespectfullytoideas,feelings,andopinionsofothers.● Iexpressmyfeelingsandideasclearlyandinapositivemanner.● Isolveproblemsusingconflictresolution.

Ground-breakingThinkers● Ibrainstormmanyalternativeideasbeforedecidingononetotest.● Iutilizethedesignthinkingprocesstoapproachproblemsolving.● Iknowthatprocessisjustasimportantastheendproduct.


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GENERALINFORMATION

DailyScheduleThe first morning bell rings at 7:55AM and all students must be in the classroom by 8:00AM.Morningprayerbeginspromptlyat8:00AM.Children,facultyandparentshavetheopportunitytostart thedaybypraying togetherdaily.There isno supervisionon theplayyardbefore7:50AM.Parentsareexpectedtosupervisechildrenbefore7:50AM.Thereisnoplaying(includingrunning)onthefield,playstructure,courtyard,orblacktopbeforeschool.

RegularDays EarlyDismissalDays MinimumDaysGradesK-8 GradesK-8 GradeK-88:00AM–2:55PM 8:00AM–1:55PM 8:00AM–Noon

GradeJK GradeJK GradeJK8:00AM–1:00PM 8:00AM–1:00PM 8:00AM–Noon

At certain timesduring the schoolyear, theDepartmentofCatholic Schools authorizesminimumschooldays.MinimumdaysaregivenduringtheweekofParent-TeacherConferences,whichoccurat theendof the first report cardquarter.Theyarealsogivenon thedaybeforemajorholidays,duringthefirstweekofschoolaswellasonthelastdaysoftheschoolyear.Oncertaindaysduringthe school year, the Department of Catholic Schools also grants minimum days to provide forteacher in-service. Parents are reminded of minimum days through the weekly bulletin, themonthlycalendarandtheofficialschoolcalendar.LunchProgramChoicelunch is the systemparentsuse topurchasehotor cold lunch for their students and is anonlineorderingsystem. Itoffers16maincoursechoiceswhichcanbeselectedonlineor throughtheChoicelunchapp.Lunchorderscanbemadeamonthormore inadvance,butmustbeplacedprior to 9:00AM the day before your child needs lunch. The price of lunch includes the entrée(ordered and selectedonline) aswell as a snack, fruit or vegetable, and adrink, all ofwhich areselectedby the student after receiving their entrée. Prices range from$5.70 for a regular entréewithunlimitedfruitandvegetable,onesnackandonedrinkto$6.95foralargeorpremiumentréewithunlimitedfruitandvegetable,onesnackandadrink.St. Raymond families wishing for their children to access Choicelunch can set up their onlineaccount thru the Choicelunch website. Choicelunch also offers a convenient app that can bedownloaded onto your smart phone. Registering for your accounts can be completed atwww.choicelunch.comLunchBroughtfromHomePleasenotethattheschooldoesnotallowstudentstohavesoftdrinks intheirlunchortobringglass containers to school.FASTFOODSARENOTALLOWEDFORSTUDENTS.THISWILLBESTRICTLY ENFORCED. We kindly ask parent visitors to refrain from bringing in take-out foodwhenvisitingforlunch.ExtendedCareandDismissalPursuant to California Education Code 44807, St. Raymond School has an obligation to provideappropriate supervision for students after school hours. In order to ensure that reasonableprecautionistakenfortheafter-schoolsupervisionofstudents,studentswhoarenotpickedupbyparents/authorizedpersonswithinfifteen-minutesafterdismissalwillbecheckedintotheschool’sExtendedCareprogram.Thispolicyapplies toall students inkindergarten througheighthgrade.Junior Kindergarten students are not age-eligible for Extended Care and must be picked up atdismissalwithoutexception.


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Students remainingon campus for anyperiodof timeexceeding the fifteen-minutes immediatelyfollowingdismissalwillberequired toattendExtendedCare.Studentswishing todepartcampusindependent of a parent/authorized person must have a written note on file granting parentalpermissionfordismissal.StudentsattendingExtendedCareareexpectedtocomplywithallSt.RaymondSchoolpolicies.Thisincludes all policies found in the Parent-Student Handbook, with special attention to StudentDiscipline,BehaviorExpectations,AcademicIntegrityandAcceptableUseofTechnology.ItisatthediscretionoftheExtendedCareteachersastowhetherpersonaltechnologymaybeusedornot.PleaseNote: Familieswill be billed at the published hourly ratewhen students are checked intoExtendedCare.

GENERALADMINISTRATIVEPOLICIESVisitorsonCampusFor the safety of the students, all visitors to the school, including parents, must check in at theschoolofficeuponarrivalanddeparture.Allvisitorsmustwearavisitorbadge.Teachersareaskedtosendallparentsarrivingtotheirclassroomswithoutavisitorbadgetotheoffice.BicyclesTherearebikerackslocatedoutsidetheofficesothatstudentsmaylocktheirbikesfortheday.Useofbikesduringthedayonschoolpropertyisnotpermitted.Bikesmustbewalkedwhenenteringorleaving school property to ensure the safety of all and are not allowed on the basketball courts.AnyoneridingabikeMUSTwearahelmet.BringingPersonalItemstoSchoolTeacherswillnotifyparentsifspecialmaterialsarerequiredforclass.Studentsarenottohaveoutatanytimeduringthe7:30AM-3:30PMschooldayarticlessuchas:iPods,iPads,iWatches(orother“smart” devices)laptops, cell phones, electronic readers, skateboards, scooters, roller blades,frisbees, toys, etc. Items of this nature out during the 7:30AM-3:30PM school day will beconfiscated.The use of non-St. Raymond School issued technology on campus is not permitted during the7:30AM-3:30PMschoolday.Non-St.RaymondSchoolissuedtechnologyistoremainTURNEDOFFand in the student’sbackpackor lockeruntil theendof the schoolday.Please see theAcceptableUsePolicyformoreinformationandpolicy.Additionaldisciplinaryactionmaybetakenforoffensesbreakingthisrule.LocksandLockersSixth, seventh and eighth graders are issued locks and lockers for their books and backpacks.Studentsaretokeeplockerslockedandfreeoflitter.Theschoolreservestherighttoopenlockersif deemed necessary. If students want to hang/place something in their lockers, they must usemagnetsinsteadoftape.TextbooksStudentsareresponsibleforalltextbooksissuedtothem.Allbooksaretobeprotectedwithbookcoversandcarriedtoandfromschoolinabookbagorbackpack.Studentswillberequiredtopayforanybookthathasbeendamagedorlost.LibraryBooksThenormal checkoutperiod isone-twoweeks, andbooksmaybe renewed foradditionalweeks.Students are required to take good care of library books. Studentswho have not returned their


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books by the due date forfeit their privilege for another book. Studentsmust pay for all lost ordamagedbooks.LostandFoundUnclaimed articles are placed in the lost and found basket located in the gym foyer. Parents should look for lost items regularly. It is extremely important that all items be labeled clearly with the child’s first and last name to minimize the loss of items. Any items found in the school building or on the school grounds should be given to the school receptionist to be placed in the Lost and Found basket. Items placed in the Lost and Found remain there for 10 days. After 10 days, items are donated to charity or become part of the Mothers’ Club Used Uniform sale. Students who lose a library book, textbook or workbook must pay the replacement cost of the book plus shipping in order to receive a new copy. SchoolPicturesSchool pictures are taken in the fall of each year for grades JK through eight. Parents have theoptiontopurchasethepictures,butareundernoobligationtodoso.Aprice list is includedwiththepacket.AltarServersThe training of altar servers is begun in the fourth grade and all students are encouraged toparticipateinthisprogram.SacramentalProgramThe sacramental life of the children of the Catholic tradition is an important component of thereligion program at St. Raymond School. Preparations for three sacraments: Reconciliation andEucharist,formthecoreofinstructioninGrade2andConfirmationinGrade8.InaccordancewithArchdiocesanguidelines,candidatesforFirstEucharistwillreceivethesacramentofReconciliationpriortoFirstEucharist.Parentsarerequiredtobeactivepartnersinthepreparationoftheirchildrenforthesesacraments.The sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist are only conferred to students baptized in theRomanCatholictradition.FieldTripProceduresTrips into the community and off campus educational activities are encouraged as a means toachieve specific educational objectives. These trips are planned to take into consideration thegrade-level curriculum and accommodate the age level and interests of the students. A field tripdoesnot constitutea schoolholiday; therefore, anyonenotgoingon the field tripmust report toschool.Permissionslipsandinformationconcerningthenatureandcostofthetriparesenthometo parents well in advance of the trip. No student is kept from going on a field trip because ofinabilitytopay. It isrequiredby lawthateachchildhasareturnedandsignedpermissionslip inordertoparticipateinthefieldtrip.Anadequatenumberofparentvolunteerswillaccompanythestudents and their teachers on the trip. Individuals driving must be 25 years or older and theinsuranceinformationformmustbesubmittedtotheschoolofficepriortothetripalongwiththeCertificateofShieldtheVulnerable.Driversmustadheretoscheduleditinerary,makingNOstopswithonlytheirgroup.NOsiblingsareallowedonschool-sponsoredfieldtrips.Duetorecent legislation,childrenunderageeightor4’9”mustrideinapprovedsafetyseats.Forpositive representationofour school and tokeepour childreneasily identifiable in a crowd,uniforms (including sweaters) are to be worn on field trips unless otherwise noted by theirteacher(s).Teachersarenottodriveonfieldtrips.Fieldtripparentsshouldscheduletwoback-up


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driversincaseofcancellations.Please,ifyouridewithotherparentsonafieldtrip,parkyourcarnearthechurchorparishcenter.DONOTleaveyourcarontheschoolyard.Schoolfieldtripsareaprivilege.Studentsmaybedeniedparticipationiftheyfailtomeetacademicorbehavioral requirements. From time-to-time, other trips are arrangedeitherby the classroomteacherorparentvolunteers.Theaboverulesapplytoanyandallclasstrips.CelebratingBirthdaysatSchoolParentsshouldrequestpermissionfromtheirchild’shomeroomteachernolessthanoneweekbeforethey intend tobringclass treats tocelebrateachild’sbirthday.Teachersmayneed toreschedulebirthday treat dates to avoid havingmultiple treats on the same day. Additionally, teachers canshareanypotentialfoodallergiestokeepinconsideration.Ourbirthdaycelebrationsatschoolarerichwithritualandpersonalexpression.Foodcanbeapartofthecelebrationbutisnotessentialtoit.Ifyouchoosetohelpyourchildbringfoodtosharewiththechildren,letitbebecauseyouandyourchildhavetimetoplan,shopandpreparesomethingspecialtogether.Weaskthatyoupleasekeepthesugarlevelinmind.Parentsselectingtobringintreatsmustbringenoughfortheentireclass.Treatsshouldbebroughttotheclassroombeforethebeginningoftheschooldayor to the schooloffice if after schoolhas started.Treatsneed tobe small, simple, andsnack-likeitem.Whilewearenotforbiddingsweettreats,weaskthatyouconsiderthesugarlevelofbirthdaytreats.Whataresomegreatalternativestocupcakes,cookies,icecream,etc?Atrayofhors d’oeuvres can be a special treat for birthdays and holidays. Elementary children are oldenoughtobemoreadventuresomeintheirtreats,andwewanttoencouragethisatSt.Raymond.You could pick the idea at home and spend a little time discussing the special foods your childfavors:variouscheeses,olives,newvegetablesandfruits,andcrackers.Letyourchild,underyourguidance,puttogetheraplatterofhis/herownhorsd’oeuvresorsetupado-ityourselftray.PartiesOffCampusEven though a party takes place off campus, St. Raymond School does not approve of studentsattendingexclusiveparties.Theeffectsof thepartyalmostalwayssurfaceatschool—positiveornegative. Ultimately, the school encourages parents to hold parties that will contribute to thehappiness andwell-being of the entire class, and the school actively supports parents inmakingdecisionsthathopefullywillbringaboutsuchresults.

● Parentsmustseriouslyconsiderhowmanystudentswillbeinvitedtoaparty.Smallguestlistsmaybeappropriate,butleavingoutonlyafewchildrenfromtheclasscausesproblems.Theschoolpolicyisthatfamiliesshouldinvitelessthanhalfoftheboys/girlsorinvitethemall.Additionally,noinvitationsaretobebroughtordistributedatschoolunlessallstudents(girl party-all girls, boy party-all boys) are included. Activities should be age appropriateandchildrenmustbeproperlysupervisedatalltimes.

● St.RaymondSchooldoesnotapproveof students in the6th,7thand8thgradeattendinghighschooldances.

StudentCouncilThe Student Council is designed to facilitate communication between the students, teachers andadministration while fostering leadership development. Through class representatives, eachstudenthasanopportunitytoparticipate intheireducation.TheCouncilservesasatool throughwhich students, teachers and administrators express concerns over the issues, which affect theschool.Tobeeligible toserveasanofficeronStudentCouncil, a studentmusthaveat leasta “B-”gradepointaverageanda“1”or“2”inbehavioralexpectationsandlearningskills(conductandeffort)inallsubjectareas.Studentsmustalsoberegisteredforthefollowingschoolyear.


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Studentswhomeet the requirement and are serious about committing time and energy to theirduties are encouraged to run. Parents should realize that elected officers are expected to beavailableforsomeresponsibilitiesthatarisefromtime-to-timeoutsidenormalschoolhours.

PARENTENGAGEMENTAdvisoryBoardTheAdvisoryBoardofEducationisanadvisorybodytothepastorandtheprincipal.Theareasofresponsibilityare:

● Planning:reviewthewrittenstrategicplanwithannualupdates;● Finances:suggestmeanstofinanceongoingeducationalprogramsandfutureneeds;● Development:formulateadevelopmentplan,includinggrantwriting;● MarketingandCommunication:developplanstomarkettheschooltothecommunity;● FacilitiesandOperations:developplanstoanalyzetheneedsinfacilitiesandoperations.

St.RaymondFathers’ClubThemission of theMen's Club is to promote excellence in the athletic programs at St. RaymondSchool and to encourage fellowship among themembers of the Fathers’ Club. The Fathers’ Clubsupportstheparticipationofstudentsinathleticactivities,andseekstoprovidethehighestqualityfacilitiesfortheathleticactivitiesofSt.RaymondSchool.St.RaymondSchoolMothers’ClubThe Mothers' Club functions as a source of spiritual enrichment and friendship and to providevolunteer service to support St. Raymond School. A primary objective of theMothers' Club is toraise funds for school programs and needs not covered by tuition. Specifically, St. RaymondMothers'Clubconcentratesonthreeareas:community,fundraising,andschoolservice.ParentVolunteerProgramThe success of St. Raymond School in educating children requires the involvement of parents indevelopingaschoolcommunity.Astrong financialbase forschooloperations isattained throughcontributionsofmoneyandmaterialsfromparents’clubsandtuition.Thisfinancialsupportisonlyoneoftheresourcesnecessarytomaintainingastrongschool.The other necessary resource is the contribution of parents’ time. Each family is required tovolunteertwenty(20)hourstotheschooleachyear.Thevolunteercommitmentcanbefulfilledbyworkingonvariouscommitteesthroughouttheyear,helpingintheclassroomandatschooleventsand fundraisers, with yard duty and hot lunch, sports, baking, and uniform exchange, etc. Allparents are required to complete both their Shield the Vulnerable training aswell as undergo abackgroundcheck. .Theschool cannotpermitparentsoradultswhohavenotcompletedbothoftheserequirementsoncampus.Inaddition,familiesarealsoaskedtoparticipateintheSCRIPprogram.Forfamiliesthatselectthe“participatory”tuitionrate,theyearlySCRIPcommitmentis$5,000.ShieldtheVulnerableArchdiocesanRequirementAlladultsworkingwithchildrenorintendingtocomeoncampusforeventsmustbetrainedusingthe Adult Training Program, "Protect Children.” This requirement is for ALL PARENTS andADULTSwhowish to come on campus regardless of if they plan to volunteer. This trainingwasmandated inOctoberof2006byArchbishopGeorgeNiederauer forallemployeesandvolunteersworkingwith children andyouth in theArchdiocese.The curriculumraises awareness regardingrecognizing,reportingandpreventingchildabuse.ThePoliciesandProceduresandtheStandardsof Conduct regarding sexualmisconduct in theArchdiocese of San Francisco are also part of thetraining. The course is user friendly and available in English and Spanish.


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Additionally,alladultswhoplantohave"on-going,unsupervisedcontactwithminors",mustalsohave their background evaluated. St. Raymond utilizes the Live Scan Fingerprinting format. Thisprocess involves taking electronic images of an individual’s fingerprints and submitting them toboth the California Department of Justice and to the Federal Bureau of Investigation to obtainrecords of criminal activity (financial data is not requested nor provided to us). The websiteshieldthevulnerable.orgisusedtoobtaintherequiredformfortheindividual.Theschoolcoversthecostofthefingerprintingandbackgroundcheckuptotheamountof$75.00.BackgroundevaluationsareaddressedintheUSCCBdocumentPromisetoProtect;PledgetoHeal–USCCB–2002(Updated2005and2010),Article13:"Diocesesaretoevaluatethebackgroundofallpriestsanddeaconswhoareengagedinministryinthediocese,andofalldiocesanparish/schoolpaidpersonnelandvolunteerswhosedutiesincludeongoing,unsupervisedcontactwithminors."ParentVolunteerConductExpectationsAsanadultonthepremisesofSt.RaymondSchool,yourbehaviortowardthechildrenandadultswill set the tone forour students andwill directly impact their viewof school and confidence inthemselves. Interaction that is firmbutgentle,alongwithplentyofpositive reinforcement, is theorderoftheday.Yardandstudentsupervisionofallstudentsistheutmostpriorityduringduty.ItisforthisreasonthatwerequireParentvolunteerstokeepphonesinpockets,purses,ortheirvehicleduringtheirshift.Volunteersshouldnevertextanotherparentsharinginformationabouthis/heroranother’schild. If there isamessage thatshouldbeconveyed toanotherparent,please informa facultyorstaffmember.Theofficewillcommunicateanyimmediateneedstotheparentsdirectly.Pleaseremembertheseimportantpointswhenvolunteeringoncampus.

● Dependability:Theschoolreliesonyoursupport.Weaskthatyoufollowthroughontasksbyattendingtoscheduledtimesandpleasegivenoticeofabsencewheneverpossible.

● Confidentiality: Youmust respect the confidentiality of your relationshipwith the school.Your knowledge of STR students is privileged information andmay only be sharedwithresponsible staff at STR.Avolunteeroperates in apositionof trust.Personal informationpertainingtostudentsmustbekeptconfidential.Children’sactions,responses,progressorproblemsatschoolarenot forsharing in thecommunity.Conversationsbetweenparents,teachers and students in the school are confidential. Volunteers should not discuss theseconversationsoutsideofschool.ReferanyconcernstotheAdministration.

● Safety:Ifachildsharesanythingthatinvolvesconcernsaboutpersonalsafety,pleaseseeateacheroradministratoratonce.

● Discipline:Youmaynotdiscipline.Ifneeded,getassistancefromthenearestfacultyorstaffmember. If you cannot leave the situation, ask a nearby child to bring a faculty or staffmembertoyou.

● Fairness:Youarehereforallofthestudentsandmusttreatthemallequally.● FollowtheRulesYourself:e.g.ifitisquiettime,pleasedonottalk.● Injury:Ifachildfallsandislyingontheground,donotmovehim!Gethelpfromafacultyor

staffmemberimmediately.Alwaysreportanyincidentinwhichastudenthasmadecontactwithhisorherheadandanothersurface.

● Volunteer Dress: St. Raymond School has very detailed expectations for student dress.Althoughvolunteersdonothaveadress code requirement, it is expected that volunteersreflect the image of St. Raymond School andwearmodest clothingwhileworking in theschool or during school activities. This includes amoderate length for skirts and shorts,conservativeblousesandtops,andnoexcessivelytightworkoutapparel.


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ParentsAsPartnersAspartnersintheeducationalprocessatSt.RaymondSchool,weaskparents:

● Tosetrules,times,andlimitssothatyourchild:○ Getstobedearlyonschoolnights;○ Arrivesatschoolontimeandispickedupontimeattheendoftheday;○ Isdressedaccordingtotheschooldresscode;○ Completesassignmentsontime;and○ DailyhasapackedsnackandeitherhasorderedChoicelunchorhasapackedlunch

● Toinformtheschoolofanyspecialsituationregardingthestudent’swell-being,safety,andhealth;

● Tosupportthereligiousandeducationalgoalsoftheschool;● ToattendMassandteachtheCatholicfaithbywordandexample;● ToactivelyparticipateinschoolactivitiessuchasParent-TeacherConferences;● Tosupportandcooperatewiththedisciplinepolicyoftheschool;● Totreatteacherswithrespectandcourtesyindiscussingstudentproblems.● Tonotifytheschoolwithawrittennotewhenthestudenthasbeenabsentortardy;● Tonotifytheschoolofficeofanychangesofaddressorimportantphonenumbers;● Tomeetallfinancialobligationstotheschool;● Tocompleteandreturntoschoolanyrequestedinformationpromptly;● Toreadschoolnotesandnewslettersandtoshowinterestinthestudent’stotaleducation;● To see that the student pays for any damage to school books or property due to

carelessnessorneglectonthepartofthestudent;Parent’sRoleinEducationWe,atSt.RaymondSchool,consideritaprivilegetoworkwithparentsintheeducationofchildrenbecausewebelieveparentsaretheprimaryeducatorsoftheirchildren.Therefore,itistheparent’srightandduty tobecome theprimaryrolemodels for thedevelopmentofhisorherchild’s life--physically,mentally,spiritually,emotionally,andpsychologically.Aparent’schoiceofSt.RaymondSchoolinvolvesacommitmentandexhibitsaconcernforhelpinghisorherchildtorecognizeGodasthegreatestgoodinhis/herlife.Goodexampleisthestrongestteacher.Aparent’spersonalrelationshipwithGod,witheachother,andwith the Church communitywill affect theway one’s child relates to God and others. IdealstaughtinschoolarenotwellrootedinthechildunlessthesearenurturedbytheexampleofgoodCatholic/ChristianmoralityandbyanhonestpersonalrelationshipwithGodinthefamilylife.OnceaparenthaschosentoenterintoapartnershipwithusatSt.RaymondSchool,wetrustheorshewillbe loyal tothiscommitment.Duringthese formativeyears(JK-8),childrenneedconstantsupport from both parents and faculty in order to develop his/her moral, intellectual, social,cultural,andphysicalendowment.Neitherparentsnorteacherscanaffordtodoubtthesincerityoftheeffortsof their educationalpartner in thequestof challenging, yetnourishing, the student toreachhis/herpotential.Itisvitalthatbothparentsandteachersrememberthatallowingoneselftobe caught between the student and the other partnerwill never have positive results. To divideauthoritybetweenschoolandhomeorwithinthehomewillonlyteachdisrespectofallauthority.Ifthere isan incidentat school,weask thatparentsmake investigationof thecompletestory theirfirststep.Evidenceofmutualrespectbetweenparentsandteachersmodelsgoodmaturebehaviorandrelationships.Speakingnegativelyaboutachild’s teacherathomeonlycreatesanattitudeofdistrusttowardtheteacher,theschool,andtheparent.Studentsarenaturallyeagertogrowandlearn.However,sometimesintheprocessofmaturationnewinterestsmaycausethemtolosefocus.Asthisnaturalprocessoccurs,thestudentneedsbothunderstanding and discipline. At times, a child may perceive discipline as restrictive. However,boundariesandlimitsprovideayoungpersonwithbothguidanceandsecurity.Itisessentialthata


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childtakeresponsibilityforthegradeshe/shehasearnedandbeaccountableforhomework,long-termassignments,majortests,serviceprojects,andallotherassignments.Parentsareencouragedto let their child experience a logical consequence for an inappropriate action or behavior. Thisresponsibilityalsoextendstotimesofabsence.Together, letusbegin thisyearwitha commitment topartnershipaswesupportoneanother inhelpingthechildrenofSt.RaymondSchoolbecomethebestpersonhe/sheiscapableofbecoming.


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ChapterII:Admissions,TuitionandRegistrationFees

ADMISSIONPOLICY

Non-DiscriminationPolicySt.RaymondSchoolwelcomesstudentsofanyreligion,race,colorandnationalorethnicorigin.Anyinterestedfamily,subjecttospaceavailability,cansubmitanapplicationtotheschool.ThisSchoolgives preference in admission to siblings, to Catholic studentswho aremembers of St. RaymondParish, tootherCatholicstudentsand finally tonon-Catholics.All familiesapplying foradmissionmustbewillingtoacceptthestatedmission,philosophyandpoliciesofSt.RaymondSchool.AllnewfamiliesarerequiredtoattendtheNewParentOrientationmeetingatthebeginningoftheschoolyear. Pre-enrollment screening will be scheduled to assure that each child will profit from andcontributetotheschoolexperience.St.RaymondSchoolwillreviewgradesandtestresultstomakeadecisiononthechild’sacceptance.

ADMISSIONSAgeofAdmission–JuniorKindergartenAstudententeringjuniorkindergartenmustbefouryearsoldbySeptember1oftheschoolyeartheyenterJuniorKindergarten.Abirthcertificateand/oraBaptismalcertificateshouldverifythedateofbirth.AgeofAdmission–KindergartenA student entering kindergartenmust be five years old by September 1 of the year they enterschool.Abirthcertificateand/oraBaptismalcertificateshouldverifythedateofbirth.AgeofAdmission–FirstGradeThe decision to admit any student as an exception to the general age requirement is left to thediscretionof the schoolprincipal.Acceptancemustbebasedon specific criteriaof readinessandperformance and the decision should be made only after consultation with the parents andkindergartenteachers.ConditionsofAdmissionA student is admitted to the school with the understanding that he/she will be retained in theschool until he/she finishes the course, subject to school policies and procedures, unless thestudentwithdrawsvoluntarilyorgivescausefordismissal.In keeping with our mission, St. Raymond cannot admit any students it cannot properly serve.Students may be admitted on a probationary basis with dates and criteria of evaluation clearlyestablishedinwritingifthereisuncertaintyregardingthestudent’sabilitytocompletetheschool’sprogram.Inordertobestservethedignityofallstudents,careistakentoonlyadmitstudentswithacademicorotherneeds that canbemet fullyby the school.Transfer students are generallynotacceptedingrade8.

TUITIONANDREGISTRATIONFEESTuition

● FullTuitionPaymentso FamiliesselectingtopayfulltuitioninonepaymentmustpaybyAugust1.Checks

receivedafterthe1stofthemontharesubjecttoa$25.00financecharge.o A$25.00handlingfeeischargedifthebankreturnsacheckunpaidforanyreason.A

returnedcheckcancelsthepaymentforwhichitismade.o Anypartywhohasmore thanonecheckreturnedby thebankwillberequired to

makethepaymentbycashormoneyorder.


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● OtherTuitionPaymentOptions

o FamiliesselectingthemultiplepaymentoptiondosothroughFACTS.Pleasecontactbookkeeperformoreinformation.

DelinquentAccounts

● If tuition isdelinquent for twoconsecutivemonthsandnoarrangementshavebeenmadewith the principal, parents may be called to pick up their child(ren) from school untilpaymentismade.Accountsremainingunpaidattheendoftheschoolyearwithoutspecificarrangementsmadeinwritingwiththeprincipalmaybeturnedovertoacollectionagency.

● Ifastudenttransferstoanotherschoolandtherearefeesand/ortuitionowed,acollectionagency will be notified. In the event tuition goes delinquent and must be referred to acollection agency, the familymust pay all costs for the collection. All tuition and fees foreighthgradersmustbepaidinfullbeforegraduation.

TuitionAssistanceAssistance is available to families with severe financial needs. Applications for assistance areavailableon the schoolwebsiteunder “admissions”, “tuitionassistance”. Familieswhose childrenareadmittedtotheschoolwillnotbedeniedassistanceonthebasisofrace,sexornationalorigin.RegistrationFeeThisannual fee ischargedtocoverthecostofbooks,supplies, insurance,annual testing,etc. It isdueandpayablewhenyoure-registeryourchildoratthetimeofacceptanceasanewstudent.Alltuition and fees for the current yearmust be paid before re-registration is accepted or the newstudentisenrolled.Thisfeeisnon-refundable.ApplicationandTestingFeeThere is an application/testing fee for each child. This fee covers the expense of testing newstudentsandprocessingtheapplication.TransferofStudentsWeunderstandunexpectedeventsoccurthatmaynecessitateamid-yearneedfortransfer.NoticeofwithdrawalofastudentmustbemadebytheparentinwritingtothePrincipalinadvanceofthewithdrawaldate.Anappointmentforanexitinterviewwillbescheduleduponnotification.Advancenoticeenablestheschooltopreparenecessaryinformationandsettleaccounts.NostudentrecordswillbeforwardedtoanotherschooluntilBusinessOfficeaccountshavebeensettled.FamiliesmovingwiththeintentionofreturningshoulddiscusstheirintentionsasearlyaspossiblewiththePrincipal. It is thepolicyof theschoolthatspaces forstudentsarenotreserved.Whenaqualified applicant expresses intention in returning, the school agrees tonotify said family if thespace in question is in jeopardy. The family will be given the opportunity but are under noobligationtopaytheproratedremainderoftuitiontosecurethespot.St.RaymondSchoolMaryClarkEndowmentFundIn 1985, the St. Raymond School Endowment Fund was established by the Advisory Board ofEducation.ThefundwasrenamedSt.RaymondSchoolMaryClarkEndowmentFundinJune,1992tohonorMaryClarkwhoservedasschoolsecretaryformorethantwenty-fiveyearsandretiredonthat date. In general, its purpose is to provide financial support for the continuance of theeducationalprocessoftheschool.Itistheintentoftheendowmentcommitteetoestablishalargeenoughprincipletoprovideenoughsurplusincometobeusedfortheschool’soperatingcosts.Onlytheinterestfromtheprinciplewillbeused.AlldonationsmadetoSt.RaymondSchoolMaryClarkEndowment Fund are tax deductible. Anyone wishing to contribute to this fund may do so bycontactingtheschooloffice.


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Sr.AnnBernardScholarshipAscholarshipforqualifyingstudents,thistuitionassistancescholarshipwascreatedindedicationtoSisterAnnBernardforhersixteenyearsofservicetoSt.RaymondSchool.Createdinalignmentwithourmission as aCatholic school, this scholarshipwas established in the springof 2011.Alldonationsmade to the St. Raymond School Sr. AnnBernard Scholarship fund are tax deductible.Anyonewishingtocontributetothisfundmaydosobycontactingtheschooloffice.


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ChapterIII:Academics

ACADEMICS

StudentExpectationsInordertounderstandassessmentofstudentwork,studentsandparentsshouldknowwhatisexpectedbyteachers:

∑ Itisexpectedthatstudentsattendclassesandbeatschooleveryday.∑ Itisexpectedthatstudentscompletehomeworkassignmentsthoroughlyandtothebestof

theirability.∑ Itisexpectedthatstudentsbefullyattentiveinclass.∑ Itisexpectedthatstudentsparticipateindiscussionandresponsegroups.∑ Itisexpectedthatstudentsorganizetheirmaterialsandbringthemtoclass.∑ Itisexpectedthatstudentstakenotesneatlyandthoroughly.∑ Itisexpectedthatstudentsputforththeirbesteffort.

Parents should understand that, while teachers make every effort to maintain unity in theirmethodsof academic assessmentof students, individual teachers’ gradingpoliciesmay still vary.Teachersreservetherighttoassessaparticularstudentinawaythatisinthebestinterestofthatchild.Parentsshouldneverassumetheyhavetherighttoquestionateacherontheassessmentofachildwho isnot theirown.Teachers should informstudentson theweightofparticular typesofassignments:quizzes,tests,reports,essays,homework.Dailyinvolvementandengagementinclasscould prove to be stronger learning measures than test grades. All aspects of performance isintegraltotheassessmentofastudent:reading,writing,connecting,inferring,discussing,listening,presentingandstayingontask.ReportCardsReportcardsareissuedfourtimesayear.ProgressreportsmaybesenthomepriortoeachreportcardtothosestudentswhoareachievingagradeofC-orbelowordemonstratebehavioralorsocialemotionalconcerns.Thisallowsthestudenttimetoimprove.AcademicMemos:Grades3-8Any 3rd-8th grade student earning below a 74%, C-, score on an assignment or assessmentwillreceive an electronic academic memo notifying the parent of the score. The purpose of thesememosistosupportstudentimprovementasearlyaspossible.GradingCriteriaTheArchdioceseofSanFranciscomandatesthegradingpolicyusedatSt.RaymondSchool.GradeScaleK–2:StandardsBased

E exceedsstandardM meetsstandardW workingtowardstandardN notatgradelevelstandard/ standardnotaddressedthisgradingperiod

GradeScale3–8: A 96-100 B+ 91–92 C+ 81-83 D+ 67-69 A- 93-95 B 87–90 C 74–80 D 63-66 B- 84-86 C- 70–73 D- 60-62 F 59–below


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GradeScale:P/NP(participates/doesnotparticipate)

● Co-curricularsubjects:art,technology,music,SpanishandPE● Co-curricularsubjectsmaybegradedusingstandardmarkingcodeorP/NPattheschool’s

discretion.BehavioralExpectationsandLearningSkills 1-4gradecriteria(seeAppendix)AcademicHonorsStudentsingrades6-8mayqualifyforHonorRollunderthefollowingconditions:

1. ThestudentqualifiesfortheHonorRollbasedonhis/hercoretermGPA;2. ThestudentdoesnothaveaDorFgradeinanysubjectarea;3. Thestudentdoesnothavea“3“orbelowinbehavioralexpectationsorlearningskillsinany

subjectarea.

HighHonors–4.0-3.5GPA Honors–3.0-3.49GPAA student who meets any of the following conditions, regardless of core term GPA may bedisqualifiedforHonorRoll:

1. ThestudenthasaDorFgradeinanysubjectarea;2. Thestudenthasa“3“orbelowinbehavioralexpectationsorlearningskillsinanysubject

area;3. The student has been on academic probation more than two (2) times in two (2)

consecutivequarters;4. Thestudenthasbeenonacademicprobationfortwo(2)timesconsecutively.

GradePromotionGuidelinesThefacultyandstaffofSt.Raymondareresponsivetotheacademic,emotionalandphysicalneedsofthestudentbody.Toaccomplishthisgoal,thestudentmustconformtothefollowingpolicyforpromotiontothenextgradelevel.Thestudentwill

● performatgradelevel;● complywiththerulesandregulationsoftheschoolinapositivemanner;● respondwithrespectandcourtesytoteachersandotherschoolpersonnel;● consistentlyturnindailyassignmentsandhomework;● acceptandcooperatewithcounselingreferrals,andremedialeducationoptions,etc.

If the student does not conform to the above-stated policy, the parentwill be informed that thechildmaynotreturntoSt.RaymondSchoolthefollowingyear.HomeworkHomework is a necessary reinforcement of concepts and skills taught in class. The student’shomeworkshouldbereflectiveofhis/herowncare,effort,timeandthought.Itshouldbepresentedinaneatandorderlymanner.Allstudentsareexpectedtocompletetheirhomeworkassignmentsontime.Ifastudentisunabletocompleteahomeworkassignmentbecauseofanemergencysituation,parentsareaskedtowriteanotestatingtheexactreasontheassignmentisincomplete/missing.Theamountoftimewhichdifferentstudents inthesamegradespenddoinghomeworkwillvary.Since each student has different capabilities and interests, it is difficult to denote the specificamount of time to be spent on homework assignments. However, the following table provides aguidelinefortheamountoftimethetypicalelementarystudentshouldspendonhomeworkeachday.Aparent should contact the teacher should a child take too longor there is aproblemwithunderstandingtheassignment.


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GRADE AVERAGENIGHTLYHOMEWORK

Kindergarten 15minutes(weekly)Grades1&2 20-30minutes

Grades3&4 30-60minutes Grade5&6 60-120minutes Grades7&8 90-150minutesWeekendHomeworkPolicyTheWeekend Homework Policy does not extend to long-term projects. Theremay be occasionsthroughouttheschoolyear inwhichstudentswillneedtospendsometimeworkingonaprojectovertheweekend.Weencourageparentstoworkwiththeirchildrentosupporttimemanagement.Grades K-5: Homework is not assigned on Friday, due Monday or during vacations with theexceptionofmake-upwork and/or long-termassignments. Long-range assignments andprojectsdemandarealistictimeschedule.Workshouldbedoneonsomeaspectoftheprojecteachdaytoensurecompletionoftheprojectontime.Grades 6-8:As a result of themodified block schedule,middle school studentsmay be assignedhomeworkonaFridaythatisdueatthefollowingclassperiod.We urge parents to set priorities and limit the number of after school activities the student isinvolvedin,sothathomeworkassignmentsarenotneglectedorthelastthingcompletedthatday.Childrenarrivingtoschoolknowingthatworkisincompleteareapttohaveanunsettlingstarttotheirday.Make-Up-WorkIfyoufinditnecessarytotakeyourchildoutofschoolforreasonsotherthanhealth,weaskyoutonotify the school beforehand. The student will be given make-up work upon return to school.Assignmentsmay not be given to students prior to their absence. Depending on the assignmentstudentsmiss, and the length of the absence, some teachersmay be able to provide somework,howeverthisisnotanexpectationandisatthediscretionoftheteacher.Studentshaveonedayperdayabsenttocompletemakeupwork.Weekendsandholidayare includedinthisdaycount.Thispolicyisineffectforallabsencesincludingillness.Pleasenote—allworkassignedbeforetheabsenceand/orduethedayoftheabsenceisdue

thefirstdaythestudentreturnstoschool.TestingStudentsingrades3-8maybegivenamaximumofthreequizzesortestsperday.

RenaissanceSTARTestingRenaissance STARTesting is comprised of three testing periods. The STARBaseline Screening isadministered in September. The STAR Interim Assessment is administered in January, and theSTARSummativeAssessmentisadministeredinMay.Thistestingformatprovidestheachievementand growth data necessary for appropriate screening, progress monitoring, and instructionalguidanceintheleastamountoftestingtime.CaliforniaJuniorScholarshipFederation(CJSF)St.RaymondSchool isachartermemberoftheCaliforniaJuniorScholarshipFederation.StudentsmayqualifyformembershipinCJSFwhentheyhaveearnedtherequiredgradepoint.


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GrievanceProcedureIf there is a problem with respect to the St. Raymond School academic program, the followingprocedureistobefollowed:

● If it is developmentally appropriate, encourage your child to speak directly to his or herteacher

● Ifyouhaveacomplaint,speaktothestudent’steacher;● Iftheproblemcontinues,contacttheschoolprincipal


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ChapterIV:AcademicPolicies

PLAGIARISM/CHEATING(ACADEMICDISHONESTY)

AcademicHonestyTheissueofacademichonestyisimportant.Honestyisparamountinallwedoasacommunity.St.Raymondfunctionsbestwhenallmembersoftheschoolcommunitytreateachotherwithfairness,trustandrespect.Ateacherwhowitnessescheating,orviewsasituationinwhichthereistheappearanceofcheating,willfirstaddresstheissuewiththestudent(s)inquestion.Thissituationwillthenbebroughttotheattention of the principal. Disciplinary action for a first offense may include suspension.Disciplinary action for a second offense (or beyond) may include expulsion. Under allcircumstances,theassignment(s)inquestionwillreceivecreditnottoexceed0points.Thefollowingareexamplesofacademicdishonesty:

● Usingmaterialswithoutproperdocumentation,bothprintedandelectronic(i.e.plagiarism)● Using anymaterials during quizzes/examswhich have not been approved by the course

instructor(i.e.unauthorizednotecards,studyguides)● Talkingtoanotherstudentduringaquiz/exam● Movingaroundtheclassroomwithoutexplicitteacherpermissionduringaquiz/exam● Lookingatanotherstudent’sworkduringaquiz/exam● Allowingastudenttocopyanyportionofanassignment● Copyinganassignmentandsubmittingworkofanotherasone’sown

Particularly with St. Raymond School’s emphasis on technology, students should be sure tothoroughly understand plagiarism. Please direct questions about plagiarism to the homeroomteacherinadvanceofany“questionable”submissionofwork.

TITLEIXSt.RaymondSchooladherestothetenetsofTitleIX:“NopersonintheUnitedStatesshall,onthebasis of sex, be excluded from participating in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected todiscriminationunderanyeducationprogramoractivityreceivingfederalfinancialassistance.”


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ChapterV:AttendanceandHealth

ATTENDANCEAttendanceDaily attendance is taken at the beginning of the day. Students who are absent due to illness,accident,quarantineorattendanceatthefuneralservicesofamemberofthestudent’simmediatefamilywillbeassistedbytheteacherstomakeuptheworkmissed.Allabsencesarerecordedonthestudent’spermanenttranscript.Parentsmustreportabsencesortardinesstotheofficebefore8:15AM.Awrittenexcusedatedandsigned by the parent or guardian is required on the day of the student’s return following anabsence. (CA law requires this.) If a student is absent for fifteen days ormore during a quarter,reportcardgradesmaybewithheld.Childrenwho leave thecampus foranappointmentmust leaveandreturn fromtheofficeandbesignedoutandinbyaparentorguardian.Parentsaretopickupthestudentintheschoolofficeandnot go to the classroom. Parents are urged to keepmedical and dental appointments during theschooldaytoaminimum.Ifatallpossible,theseappointmentsshouldbemadeonearlydismissalMondayafternoons.Theadministrationandfacultystronglydiscourageabsencefromschoolforvacationpurposes.Thestudent misses valuable teaching time, which no amount of independent study can replace.Absencesmayaffectachild’sgrades.Thedecisiontotakechildrenoutofschoolistheresponsibilityof theparents;however, facultymembersarenotrequiredtogiveassignments inadvance,nor isthe school obliged to provide tutoring, make-up work or special testing for such a period ofabsence.TardyPolicyAstudentistardyifhe/sheisnotinhis/herseatby8:00AM.Studentsarrivingafterthe8:00AMbellneedtoenterthroughthemainofficedoorstosigninastardy.Studentsgoingdirectlytotheclassroomafter8:00AMwillbesent to theoffice.Studentswhoarriveafter10:30AMaremarkedabsenthalfday.Astudent,whoistardymorethanfive(5)timesinaquarter,willneedtomeetwiththeadministrationtodiscussthepotentialofcontinuedenrollmentatSt.RaymondSchool.Middleschoolstudents,pleaseseethedetentionpolicy.ArrivalandDismissalParkinglotcontrolsaredesignedforthesafetyofthechildren.Pleasebepromptinpickingupyourchildandotherriders.Parentsaretodriveuptothelastbasketballstandard(nexttothefence)fordroppingofforpickingup theirchild.PleasedonotdropoffyourchildrenonArborRoad,SantaCruzAvenue,intheFacultyParkingLotorinfrontoftheoffice.Childrenandparentsaretousethecrosswalkstowalktotheschoolbuilding.Afterschool,childrenaretowaitfortheirparentswiththeirclassonthebasketballcourt.Theeldestchildreninmultiplechildfamiliesshouldwalktotheyoungest child’s class’ location to await pick-up. It is essential that students listen to teacherdirectionsduringthistimetoavoidanypotentialforinjury.Whileschoolisinsession,PLEASEDONOTPARKINTHESCHOOLYARD.ParentsaretodriveNOFASTERTHAN5MPHoncampus.ParentsareaskedNOTtousecellularphoneswhiledrivingthroughthepick-upordrop-offline.

STUDENTHEALTHStatelawrequiresthateachchildhaveanupdatedCaliforniaSchoolImmunizationRecordonfile.Anaccurateemergencycardmustbeonfileforeachchildbeginningthefirstdayofschool.Shouldachild become ill or have an accident, parents or persons listed on the emergency card will becontacted.


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Theschooldoesnothavearegisterednurseonstaff.Ourschoolsecretariesalsoserveasourhealthcarepersons. First aid supplies arekept in theoffice for emergencies.The school secretaries areavailableduringschoolhours.Ifyourchildcontractsacommunicabledisease,pleasenotifytheschoolimmediatelysothatotherparentscanbe toldof the incubationperiodandsymptoms.Firstaidwillbeadministeredonthepremises to a child in cases that appear to be of a minor nature. Medication will NOT beadministered bymouth unless awritten statement from a physician and parent is on file in theofficedetailingmethod,amount,andtimeschedule.AllmedicationrequiredbyanystudentMUSTbeproperly labeledandkept in theoffice. It is important that thisprocedurebe followed for theprotectionofyourchild.TheschoolmayNOTprovideaspirinforthestudents.Ifaparentmustdispensemedication,itmustbedone in theoffice.Underno circumstancesmay studentshavemedicine in their classroomorbackpacks.ChildAbuseLawsSt.RaymondSchool abidesby theChildAbuse lawsof theStateofCalifornia.This lawmandatesthatallcasesofsuspectedabuseand/orneglectbereportedtoChildProtectiveServices.MedicationIfachildmusttakeanymedicationinschoolwhichisprescribedbyadoctor,thatmedicationmustbe sent to theoffice in the container received from thepharmacyandmusthaveon its label thefollowinginformation:

∑ Child’sname∑ Nameofdoctorprescribingthechild’smedication∑ Frequency∑ Dose∑ Date

All non-prescriptionmedication (cough drops, lip balm, etc.) should be taken to the officewith thefollowinginformation:

∑ Child’sname∑ Frequency∑ Dose∑ Date

LiceIfyourchildisfoundtohaveheadlice,itisimportanttotreatyourchildbeforehe/shereturnstoschool.Pleasebegintreatmentassoonaspossible.Donotsendyourchildtoschoolwithaknowncaseofheadlice.Excludeyourchildfromattendanceatschooluntilonedayafterhisorherfirsttreatment with a medicated head lice product (either over-the-counter or prescription). Yourpromptaction is requested so thatyour child cangetback to school as soonaspossibleandnotmisslearningopportunitiesinourclassroom.

∑ AccordingtotheCentersforDiseaseControlandPrevention,"Headlicesurvivelessthan1–2days if theyfalloffapersonandcannot feed;nitscannothatchandusuallydiewithinaweekiftheyarenotkeptatthesametemperatureasthatfoundclosetothescalp."

∑ All research shows thatdeepvacuuming is themostefficient remedy for liceas it is veryrareforlicetotransmitfromcarpettohead.

Whattolookfor:

∑ Adultlicearesmall(aboutthesizeofasesameseed). ∑ Eggs(nits)areusuallyfoundfirmlyattachedtothebaseofthehairshaft.


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∑ Licestaynearthescalp,oftenbehindtheears,neartheneckline,andbackofthehead.∑ Headliceholdtightlytothehair.Theymovebycrawling.Theycannothoporfly(theydo

nothavewings),butdomovequicklymakingitdifficulttofindinachild’shair.∑ Signs of a head lice infestation include: itchy scalp, tickling sensation in a person’s hair.

Headlicearemostactiveinthedark.∑ Notsurewhattolookfor?Pleaseseeimagesofnitsandlicehere.

Howtheschoolhandleslice:

∑ Allclassroomswithreportedcasesoflicereceivedeepcleanings.∑ Allmaterialsincludingitemssuchasstuffedanimals,blankets,andtowelsareisolatedand

treatedand/orwashed.∑ Teachersinclassroomswithidentifiedcasesofliceavoidactivitiesonthecarpetasanextra

precaution.∑ Allteachersareinformedofthisoccurrence.

IllnessandFeverStudentsshouldbefeverfreefor24hoursbeforereturningtoschool.Studentswhoaresenthomeduringtheschooldaywithafeverwillnotbeallowedtoreturntoschoolthenextdayasthiswouldnotallowforthe24hourprotectionoftheentireschoolcommunity.AllergyPolicySt. Raymond recognizes that an allergy is an important condition affectingmany school childrenandpositivelywelcomesallstudentswithallergies.Thisschoolencourageschildrenwithallergiestoachievetheirpotentialinallaspectsofschoollifebyhavingaclearpolicythatisunderstoodbyschool staff and students. All staff who come into contact with children with allergies shouldprovidetrainingfromtheparentregardinghisorherchild’sparticularneeds.


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ChapterVI:Athletics

SPORTSOBJECTIVESANDPOLICYThe purpose of the St. Raymond School sports program is to instruct the students in thefundamentalsofindividualsports,tooccupytimeoutsidetheregularschoolhoursinahealthyandconstructiveway,andtoteachteamworkandgoodsportsmanship.Thepastorandprincipalretainresponsibility over all school teams. The athletic program must not interfere with the normalroutineofschoolnorshoulditencouragepracticescontrarytogoodsportsmanship.EligibilityPolicyStudentathletesareexpectedtomaintainastrongcommitmenttotheiracademicperformanceandcampus behavior. A student may be removed from an athletic team at any time by theadministration. The time removedwill vary at the discretion of the administration ranging fromone(1)weektothree(3)weeksduringtheseason.Reasonsforremovalmay includebutarenotlimitedtoanyofthefollowing:

● ThestudentdropsbelowaC-average;● ThestudenthasaDorFgradeinanysubjectarea;● The student has “3“ or below in behavioral expectations or learning skills inany subject

area; ● Thestudentisnotinattendanceforthefullschooldayofthecompetition;● ThestudentisunabletoparticipateinPhysicalEducation;● Thestudentreceivesmorethanfive(5)detentionsduringaseason;● Thestudentisinvolvedinadisciplinarysituation;● OtherfactorsasdeterminedbythePrincipalinconsultationwiththePastor.

The Athletic Director will supervise and operate the program through his/her coaches andassistants. They will encourage the support of the parents at all competitive events and in theoperation of the program. The coaches of the sports have the responsibility to encourage thedevelopment of skills in each individual team member through participation in all games. TheparentsofthestudentswhoparticipateinthesesportsshouldbeencouragedtoattendgamesandtosetaChristianexampleforthestudentsatallathleticevents.ParticipationRulesBothboysandgirlsmustabidebytheConstitutionandBy-LawsofthePeninsulaParochialSchoolLeague(PPSL).UnderPPSLguidelines,studentsingradesK-3arenoteligibletoparticipateinPPSLor representamember school inanyathleticevent. It is theobjectiveof theSt.RaymondSchoolsportsprogramthatallteammembersparticipateforareasonableamountofplayingtimeduringthecourseofeachsport’sseasoncoveringleagueandnon-leaguegames.Asageneralguideline,thecoachesofeachteamshouldtrytomaximizetheparticipationofall teammembers. Itwillbethedutyof the coaches touse judgmentandsensitivity towardmeeting thisobjective.The followingfactorsshouldbeweighedineachgameandappropriateadjustmentscanbemadeoveraseriesofgamestomeettheaboveobjective:

● attendanceatpracticesandattitudeoftheteammember;● attendanceatschool● numberofplayersontheteamthatmustdivideplayingtime;● desireofeachstudenttoplayinagivensituation.

Therewillbenocuttingofplayers fromanysports teamother than fordisciplinaryreasons(e.g.failure toattendpractices, failure toconformtoSt.RaymondSchool’sbehavioral standards).TheAthleticDirectorisempoweredtoreviewtheperformanceofeachcoachwithrespecttothispolicyandtochangecoachesintheeventofnon-compliance.


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AthleticFeesandUniformsStudentsmaynotparticipateingameplayuntiltheirathleticfeehasbeenpaid.Uniformsareissuedbytheschoolandaretobereturnedwashedandinalabeledzipperbagattheendoftheseason.Students will be charged for lost or damaged uniforms. Students who have not returned theiruniformfromthepreviousseasonmaynotparticipateingamesuntiluniformsarereturned.InappropriateBehaviorAny spectator attending the games shallmodel good sportsmanship. Under PPSL guidelines anycoach, player or spectator removed froma game is automatically suspended fromattending thatteam’snext leaguegame.Repeatedviolationsand/ormisconductcanbereviewedbythePPSLatanytime.GrievanceProcedureIf there is a problem with respect to the St. Raymond School sports program, the followingprocedureistobefollowed:

● Ifyouhaveacomplaint,speaktothestudent’scoach;● Iftheproblemcontinues,contacttheAthleticDirector;● Theultimateresponsibilityrestswiththeschoolprincipal.


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ChapterVII:Communication

EMERGENCYPROCEDURESProcedureforParents

1. Leavephonelinesopen.2. Childrenassembleinparkinglot.3. Parkonstreetonly.4. Signoutchildren.5. NotifySchoolimmediatelyofanychangesinchild’semergencyinformation.6. Informchild(ren)ofauthorizedemergencyperson.7. Reviewguidelinesandinstructionswithallfamilymembers.

DischargeProcedureThesafetyofthestudentsandSchoolstaffisofparamountimportance.Allactionstakenshallbearinmindthesafetyofthestudents.Intheeventofamajordisaster,schoolwillnotbedismissedandchildrenwillremainunderthesupervisionoftheschool.

● Anyadultcallingforapupilattheschoolsitewillberequiredtoidentifyhim/herselftotheassigned staff member before being permitted to take a student off the premises. Anaccountingrecordofthosepupilssoreleasedwillbekept.

● Underno circumstances shall any childbe released from the custodyof schoolpersonnelunlessanduntilsuchmaybedonewithcompletesafety.

● Childrenshouldbepickedupassoonaspossible.● Childrenwhowalkorbiketoschoolwillnotbepermittedtoleaveontheirown.

Note:Inamajoremergencyplease…1)DONOTCALLSCHOOL2)TUNEYOURRADIOTOKCEA89.1FM3)LEAVEDRIVEWAYSCLEARFOREMERGENCYVEHICLES

TransfertoShelterAt thediscretionof the school administrationand staff, childrennotpickedupby theendof theschool daymaybe transferred to an emergency shelter.A signwill beposted at schoolwith thenameandlocationoftheshelter.Youshouldpickupyourchildrenatthedesignatedshelter.NotificationofParentsParentswillbeaskedtoregisterwithSchoolSpeak.GENERALCOMMUNICATIONGUIDELINESVisitorsonCampusForthesafetyofthestudents,allvisitorstotheschool,includingparents,mustcheckinattheofficeuponarrivalanddeparturefromschool.Allvisitorsoncampusmustwearavisitorbadge.Back-To-SchoolNightParentsareexpectedtoattendBack-to-SchoolNight.Thesemeetingsareheldinordertobecomefamiliarwiththeschool’sphilosophy,theoverallclassprogramandspecificareasofthecurriculumsuch as homework, discipline, etc. Thismeeting is for parents only. Students do not attend thismeeting.WednesdayBulletinEachWednesdaythebulletinisdistributedviaemailandpostedontheSt.RaymondSchoolSpeakwebsite.


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Announcements to the Wednesday bulletin MUST be forwarded to [email protected] byMonday 12:00PM of theweek the announcement is to be included. All announcementsmust beapprovedbyadministrationbeforeappearinginthewebsite.MailingsThesummerelectronicmailingcontainingschedules,medicalformsandotherinformationvitaltothe school year will be posted online. Families must complete all required forms online anddownload all necessary documents. Lists ofmaterials required for each class are included in thesummermailing.TheSt.RaymondSchoolSignatureCard,CumulativeRecordSheet (newfamiliesonly)andImmunizationRecordmustbereturnedtotheofficebythefirstFridayinAugust.ParentConferencesParent conferences are scheduled inNovember and January (by invitation). The parents of eachchildwillbegivenanopportunitytomeetprivatelywiththehomeroomteacher.Eachconferencewillbeallottedafifteen-minuteperiodduringwhichtimethestudent’sprogressaswellashis/herstrengthsandweaknesseswillbediscussed.Allparent-teacherconferencesarehandledbyappointmentonly.Aparentwhowishestoconsultwith any faculty member or with the principal may call the school office, use the voicemailextensionorsendanemailtorequestanappointment.Pleasedonot“dropin”onateacherbeforeorafterschoolwithoutanappointmentsincethis time isreservedforpreparationandscheduledappointments.AppointmentsParentswhowishtomakeanappointmentwiththeprincipalorateacherareaskedtophonetheschool office, email or send a written request. Parents are not to go to classrooms duringteachinghoursunlesstheyhavemadepreviousarrangementswiththeteacher.Youarealsorequested not to have conferences with the teachers when they are on yard duty or duringdismissalofschool.Theteachershavearesponsibilitytobetotallypresenttothestudentsduringdismissalandadultstalkingwiththemcancausealackofpropersupervisionofthestudents.OfficeTelephoneStudents should not use the telephone in the office except in case of emergency. The schoolsecretarieswillcallhomeifastudentisillandneedstobepickedup.Detailsregardingtransportationtoandfromschool,athleticevents,etc.,shouldbearrangedwithparentsbeforethestudentleavesinthemorning.ParentalAbsencesParentswhoareplanningtobeawayforanextendedperiodoftimeareaskedtonotifytheschoolastowhowillberesponsiblefortheirchildandprovidenecessaryemergencycontactinformation.Parentsplanningsuchanabsencemustnotifytheschoolinwriting,tellinguswhowillpickuptheirchildeachdayafterschool.BuckleyAmendmentSt.RaymondSchooladherestotheBuckleyAmendment(FamilyEducationRightsandPrivacyAct)in regard to student records and the rights of noncustodial parents. It is the responsibility ofparentstoshareanyofficialcustodialinformationdeterminedthroughthecourts.Officialcustodialagreementswillbekept inaconfidential file intheofficeoftheOfficeManager. Intheabsenceofanycourtdocument,theschoolwillvieweachparentashavingfulllegalcustodyofhis/herchild.Intheabsenceofacourtordertothecontrary,noncustodialparentshavetherighttoreceiverecordsabout their child’s academic progress or lack thereof. The school reserves the right to charge ashippingandprocessingfeeforextrarecordssenttomorethanonehomeaddress.


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Photo/Video/Internet/WebsiteReleaseOpt-outInformationIacknowledgethatSt.RaymondSchoolhastherighttopublishphotographsorvideoofstudentsontheschoolwebsiteorotherschool-relatedpublicationsunlesstheyhaveoptedout.Inorderto“optout”familiesshouldsendanemaildirectlytothePrincipal.Parentsnotoptingoutunderstandthatphotos/videosmaybeused for informationaloreducationalpurposesregardingtheprogramsorcurriculum at St. Raymond School and that their childrenwill not be identified by name on theschoolwebsite.Theyalsounderstandandgivepermissionfortheirchild(ren)toparticipateinthemakingofprojectsconsistingofphotograph(s),video,and/orfilmproduction.St.RaymondSchoolretainsanyandallrightstothephotograph(s),video,orfilm,includingbutnotlimitedto,therightstoreproduce,copy,edit,exhibit,and/orpublish.Parentsselectingnotto“optout” also understand and give permission for their child(ren) to participate in the making ofprojectsconsistingofphotograph(s),video,and/or film,production,andthatSt.RaymondSchoolshallretainsanyandallrightstothephotograph(s),video,orfilm,includingbutnotlimitedto,therightstoreproduce,copy,edit,exhibit,and/orpublish.


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ChapterVIII:SchoolUniformPolicy

SCHOOLUNIFORMPOLICY

Theprincipal reserves the right to amend, suspendor add anynew rules to the aforementionedpolicy. Studentsare towear the schooluniform from thebeginning to theendof the schoolday.Thisisintendedtoeliminatedistractingcompetitionindressandtoevidenceaconstructivespiritandprideintheschoolandineachother.It is the responsibility of the parents to make sure that students observe the dress code of theschool.Studentswhomustbeoutofanyportionoftheuniformshouldbringanotesignedbytheparentstotheclassroomteacherandtheofficeexplainingthereasonforbeingoutofuniform.Studentswho arrive at schoolwithout proper uniformwill be asked to call home to request theappropriate/missing pieces be delivered. Failure to arrive in and maintain proper uniform forstudents in grades 6-8 will result in detention. Chronic uniform violations will result in furtherdisciplinaryactionincluding(butnotlimitedto)suspensionandexpulsion.Uniforms are to be purchased exclusively throughDennis Uniform. Used uniforms (in goodcondition)areacceptedandareofferedatareducedpricethroughSt.RaymondSchool.Alluniformitemsmustbelabeledclearlywiththechild’sfirstandlastnames.AllStudents

● uniformSt.RaymondSchoolPolowithlogo● allsocksmustbesolidwhiteandvisibleabovetheankle.NOlogos.Girlsarepermittedto

wearfootedtightsinsolidnavyblue,blackorwhiteinplaceofsocks.NOleggings● uniform navy blue sweaters (or sweater vest) with logo will be required at all school

functions,includingfieldtripsandFirstFridayMass.ONLYuniformsweaters/vestsmaybewornoncampus

● SHOES: students must wear predominantly solid white, black, or navy blue shoes withcoordinatingwhite,black,ornavylaces.Smalllogosofaneutraltone(white,blackornavy)areacceptable.Smalllogosthatareofabrightorneoncolorarenotallowed.

● Itisimportantthatallstudentsmaintainaneatappearanceduringtheschoolday.

GirlsUniforms● uniformlogopoloshirt(notrequiredtotuckin)● uniformHamiltonplaidjumper(JK-5)orHamiltonplaidskirt(6-8)● uniformlogosweater/sweatervest(requiredforallformalschoolevents)● optionaluniformkhakishortsorpants● REMINDERS

o skirtsmustbemodestinlength.Modestyisatthediscretionoftheschool.o pants,shortsandskirtsarenottobewornbelowthewaist.o shortsmustbewornbeneaththeskirt/jumperandshouldnotshowbelowthehem.o asinglenecklace,bracelet(orwatch)andringmaybeworn. o earringsaretobepost-style;nodanglingearringspermitted.o nomakeupornailpolishistobewornatschool.o hairshouldbeanaturalcolorandneatlygroomed.o all clothing should fit properly and should not be excessively loose or excessively

tight.BoysUniforms

● uniformlogopoloshirt,tuckedinwithblackorbrownbelt(beltrequiredgrades1-8)● blackorbrownbeltfeaturingamodestbuckle


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● uniformlogosweater/sweatervest(requiredforallformalschoolevents)● uniformkhakishortsorpants● REMINDERS

o shirtsmustbetuckedinduringtheschoolday.o abeltisrequireddaily,noexceptions.o pants/shortsarenottobewornbelowthewaist.o shortsmaynotcoverthekneecap.o nopiercings,nailpolishorhaircolorispermitted.o asinglenecklace,bracelet(orwatch)andringmaybeworn. o hairshouldbeneatandcombedduringtheschooldayandduringschoolactivities,

andshouldnotextendbelowthetopofthecollar.o boysaretobecleanshaven,includingsideburns.o all clothing should fit properly and should not be excessively loose or excessively

tight.

NON-UNIFORMDAYSSt.RaymondSchoolhasfourtypesof“non-uniformdays”. 1. CelebrationDress

∑ Onstudent’sbirthdaysandsomespecialoccasions,theyarepermittedtowearappropriate“non-uniform”attire(dressandshoes).Attireonnon-uniformdaysshouldbeconducivetomaintaininganatmosphereoflearningandbeingoodtaste.BirthdaysfallingonFirstFridayMasswillbeobservedontheThursdaybefore.Thefollowingarenotappropriateforschool:

∑ tanktops(includingspaghettistraps)∑ haltertops∑ low-cuttops∑ topsthatbarethemidriff∑ tornordirtyjeans/athleticpants(sweatpants/yogapants)∑ excessivelybaggyortightclothes∑ flipflopsorbacklesssandals∑ shortsthatdonotmeettheskirtlengthrequirementorfeatureexcessivewearorholes∑ t-shirtorotherattirewithinappropriatelogosarenotpermitted(theseincludepictures

orwordsdepictingalcoholordrugs,musicgroups,skulls,etc.,andanythingofaviolentorsexualnature.)

2. SpiritDayDress∑ Throughouttheyear,studentswillhave4SpiritDayDressopportunities.Eachday’s

themewillbeuniqueandwillbeannouncedinadvanceoftheevent.StudentsshouldkeepinmindthesameexpectationsasestablishedforCelebrationDressDays.SpiritDayDressisanopportunitytogetcreative.Anystudentsnotparticipatingshouldarrivetoschoolinregularuniform.

3. CardinalSpiritDress∑ CardinalSpiritdaysareanopportunitytosportschoolpride!Studentsarepermittedto

weardenimjeanpants(noshorts)andanySt.RaymondSchoolt-shirtorsweatshirtoftheirchoosing.Theschoolpoloshirtisacceptableasaschoolt-shirt.Schoolshoesmustbeworn.Anystudentsnotparticipatingshouldarrivetoschoolinregularuniform.

4. AccentDress∑ Accentdaysareanopportunityforstudentstowearthemedaccentswithregular

uniformshoes,bottoms,andtops.Accentsinclude:socks,headwear,andothersmallaccessoriessuchasbelts,andmodestjewelry.


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ChapterIX:Discipline

BEHAVIOREXPECTATIONSANDDISCIPLINARYDEFINITIONS

GeneralRulesStudentswill:

● showChristianbehaviorwhendealingwithothersintheschool;● notusefoulorabusivelanguagetoanyperson;● behaveinamannerintheclassroomthatisconducivetolearning;● respectschoolpropertyandthepossessionsofothers;● conformtotheuniformregulationsoftheschool;● leavethecampusonlywithwrittenparentalpermissionrecordedbysecretary;● beintheirclassby8:00AM(Morningprayerispartoftheschoolday);● reporttotheofficeuponlatearrivaltopickupa“tardy”sliptobetakentotheclassroom

teacher;● foodshouldonlybeeatenatthelunchbenches;● gumisnotallowedontheschoolgroundsatanytime;● walktoandfromlunchtables;● stayseatedduringlunchuntiltheyaredismissedbytheyardsupervisor.

PlaygroundandPerimeterAreaStudentsareexpectedto:

● usethecrosswalkforcrossingtheparkingareabeforeandafterschool;● remaininthecourtyardbeforethemorningbell(Grades2,3,6,7,8);● walk,notrun,onthedecksandintheinnercourtyard;● atrecesseatsnacksatthelunchtables(JK-4);● walktoandfromthelunchtables;● stayseatedduringlunchuntiltheyaredismissedbytheyardsupervisor;● beresponsibleforkeepingtheschoolgroundscleanbyusingthecontainersforlitter;● usetheofficephoneonlywithpermission;● walk,notride,bikesontheschoolgrounds.

Off-CampusExpectationsAs representatives of their school, students will be held to the highest standards during all off-campusevents.Inaddition,anyseriousproblemsthatoccuroff-campusatanytimecouldresultindisciplinaryactionbeingtakenbytheschool.

HARASSMENTPOLICYTheArchdioceseofSanFranciscoaffirmstheChristiandignityofeverystudent.ItisthepolicyoftheArchdiocesetoprovideaneducationalenvironmentinwhichallstudentsaretreatedwithrespect.Harassment is unacceptable conduct that is severe, pervasive and deliberate.Harassment occurswhenan individual is subjected to treatment inaschoolenvironment that ishostile,offensiveorintimidatingbecauseoftheindividual’srace,creed,color,nationalorigin,physicalabilityorgender.Harassmentofanystudentbyanyotherstudentisprohibitedandwillnotbetolerated.Theschoolreserves the right to address harassment charges that occurs outside of regular school hours astheseactionsmaystillimpactstudentsduringtheschoolday.Achargeofharassmentshallnot,inandofitself,createthepresumptionofwrongdoing.However,substantiatedactsofharassmentmay include: racialorethnicname-callingorslurs; intimidatingactionsorthreats;offensiveorthreateningphonecalls,notesoremails;harmfulpranks;orunduepressuretoengageinbehaviorwithwhichtheotherpersondoesnotfeelcomfortable.These


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behaviorswill result indisciplinaryactionup toand includingexpulsion. Students found tohavefiled knowingly false or frivolous charges will also be subject to disciplinary action up to andincludingexpulsion.Dependingon thenatureandextentof thecharge, if reasonablesuspicionofmisconduct is determined, the alleged harasser may be sent home pending conclusion of theinvestigationbytheschool.

STUDENT-TO-STUDENTHARASSMENTPOLICYANDPROCEDURESTheArchdioceseofSanFrancisco“Student-toStudentPolicyandProcedures”isasfollows:IntroductionThis document is designed to serve as a policy and teaching tool for the students in theArchdiocesan schools. It serves as a tangiblewitness to the Catholic committee to live, love andrespectasJesusdid.Asindicatedbelow,student-to-studentharassmentcantakemanyforms.Totheextentitinvolvedchildabuse,asdefinedbylaw,theArchdiocesanChildAbusePolicyandProcedures,includingtherequirementtoreporttheabusetocivilauthorities,shallbefollowed.HarassmentinGeneralCatholic teaching and practice affirm the Christian dignity of every person. Harassment isunacceptable conduct that is severe, pervasive and deliberate. Harassment occurs when anindividual is subjected to treatment in a school environment, which is hostile, offensive, orintimidating because of the individual’s race, religion, creed, color, age, national origin, ancestry,physical or mental disability, medical condition or sex. Harassment of a student by any otherstudent is prohibited andwill not be tolerated. It is the policy of the Archdiocese to provide aneducationalenvironmentinwhichallstudentsaretreatedwithrespectanddignity.

VerbalHarassment Sexuallydemeaningcomments,sexualstatements,questions,slurs,

jokes,anecdotesorepithets.WrittenHarassment Suggestiveorobsceneletters,notesorinvitations,cyber“bullying”.PhysicalHarassment Unkind, immoral and/or unlawful physical touching, contact,

assault, deliberate impeding or blocking movements or anyintimidatinginterferencewithnormalstudyormovement.

VisualHarassment Leering,gesture,displayofsexuallysuggestiveobjectsorpictures,cartoonsorposters.

SexualHarassmentSexualharassmentincludes,butisnotlimitedto,unwelcomesexualadvances,requestsforsexualfavorsandotherverbalorphysicalconductofasexualnature.Sexualharassmentcanbedirectedtowardastudentunderconditionssuchasthefollowing:BullyingInappropriateconductthatadverselyaffectsastudent’sabilitytoparticipateinorbenefitfromtheschool’seducationalprogramsoractivitiesbasedoneffortstointimidate,coerce,engenderfearorcontrolastudent.Thebehaviorisrepeated,orhasthepotentialtoberepeated,overtime.Bullyingincludes actions such as making threats, spreading rumors, attacking someone physically orverbally,andexcludingsomeonefromagrouponpurpose.Bullyingisaformofharassment.AmIbeingbullied?

∑ Dootherstudentsmakemeancommentsaboutyou?∑ Haveyoueverbeencalledhurtfulnames?∑ Doyougetmadefunofforhowyoulookoract?


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∑ Doyoufeelaloneorisolatedatschool?∑ Hasanyoneeverspreadmeanand/oruntruerumorsaboutyou?∑ Areyoueverexcludedfromagrouponpurpose?∑ Haveyoueverfeltlikesomeoneyouthoughtwasafriendistryingtocontrolyou?∑ Hasanyoneeverimitatedthewayyoutalkoryouractions?∑ Hasanyoneeverdamagedyourbelongings?∑ Dootherstudentseverphysicallyhurtyouonpurpose?∑ Areyoueverafraidtogotoschool?∑ Doyougetanxioushowyouaretreatedbyothersatschool?∑ Havephotosofyouthatyoudidn’twantsharedeverbeenpostedonlinewithoutyour

permission?∑ Hasanyoneeverpretendedtobeyouonasocialmediasite?∑ Havepeople ever postedmean things about youonline, or commentedon things you

post?

Studentswhohaveanswered“YES”tooneormoreofthequestionsshouldspeakwithaparentoradultatschool.

DISCIPLINARYCONSEQUENCES

DetentionDetentionisheldforthirty-minutes(30)afterschool(starting3:15PM)forstudentsingrades6-8.Detention is assigned at the discretion of the teacher/administration. Studentswho are issued adetention are to report to the next detention session. Detentionwill consist of a project for theschoolorsilentsittingandreflection.Nohomeworkortalkingwillbepermitted.Detentionmaybeassignedfordisciplineorattendance.MiddleSchoolstudentswhoaretardymorethan three times in a quarter will receive adetention for each subsequent tardy (tardy 4 andbeyond).Students who receivemore than five (5) detentions in an athletic seasonmay be suspended orremoved completely from the team. Studentswho receivemore than five (5) detentions for thesame category of behavior in a semester any be suspended and place on a discipline contract.Chronicdetentionsforsimilaroffensesmaybegroundsforexpulsion.ViolationsConcerningTheftorVandalismTheschooldoesnottoleratetheftorvandalism.Studentsfoundtohavecommittedatheftoranactofvandalismwillbedealtwithseverely.Inaddition,anystudentwhohaswitnessedatheftoractofvandalismanddoesnotreportitimmediatelywillbeheldaccountable.Incidentsmustbereportedto the classroom teacher, Vice Principal or Principal immediately. St. Raymond School does notassumeresponsibilityforlostorstolenpropertythatoccursonschoolpropertybefore,during,oraftertheschooldayoratschoolsponsoredevents.Itisalwaysthestudent’sresponsibilitytoassurethattheirpossessionsaresecured.DisruptiveBehavior/InappropriateLanguageSt.RaymondstudentsareexpectedtobehaveinawaythatrepresentsthetraditionsandvaluesofCatholiceducation.Studentsareheldaccountablebefore,duringandafterschoolincludingonandoffcampus,includingallschoolsponsoredeventstakingplaceatothervenues.Disruptivebehaviorincludesbutisnotlimitedtothrowingfood,horseplay,talking/inappropriatebehavioratMass,profanity,verbalabuse,intimidatingactions,excessiveorconstantdisruptioninclass, rude language and rude behavior. Disrespectful behavior is characterized by having, orshowingdisrespect;lackingcourtesyorrudeness.


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CausesforSuspension,ExpulsionandRecommendedTransfersAnyoftheoffenseslistedandcommittedbystudentsunderthejurisdictionoftheschool,whileatschool,whileparticipatingataschool-relatedactivity,andwhileonthewaytoandfromschool,arereasonsforsuspension,expulsionand/ortheimplementationofadisciplinarycontract.Studentswhohavebeen expelled, suspendedor transferredbasedupon school recommendationmaynotattendco-curriculareventsonschoolgroundsoratschoolsponsoredevents.Inaddition,theyarenotallowedtovisittheschoolcampusatanytime.Disciplinarycausesforexpulsionwithoutwarning:

a) hazing(CaliforniaEducationCode–Section32051)b) use, sale, distribution or possession of narcotics, dangerous drugs, drug paraphernalia,

alcoholicbeveragesorothersubstances.Thisincludesbeingundertheinfluencesofalcoholorotherdrugsand/ornarcoticsatanyschool-sponsoredevent.

c) extremeinsubordinationd) thefte) willfullycutting,defacing,orotherwiseinjuringinanyway,anyproperty,realorpersonal,

belongingtotheschoolortopersonsf) assaultorbattery,oranythreatofforceorviolence,directedagainstanyoneg) useorpossessionofdangerousweaponsh) anyactionthatmimicsgangbehaviori) encouragementofillegaldemonstrationsj) harassment(seepolicy)

Disciplinarycausesleadingtosuspensionandexpulsion:

a) truancy(cutting)b) unexcusedabsencefromclassc) continuedand/orwillfuldisobedienced) openorpersistentdefianceofauthorityordisrespecttoanyschoolemployeee) forgingorusingforgednotesorexcusesf) possessionoftobaccog) persistentviolationofschooluniformpoliciesh) habitualprofanityorvulgarityi) violationofanimplementedbehaviorcontractj) misuse of electronic information resources as outlined in the acceptable use policy and

academicdishonestyguidelinesk) repeatedviolationoftheacademicdishonestypolicyl) failuretoserverequireddisciplinarytime

Offenses,notdirectlyschoolrelated,butarereasonforsuspensionorexpulsion:

1) actionsorattitudesdirectlycontrarytothemissionofSt.RaymondSchool2) violationsofthelawwhetherasanindividualorasamemberofagroup

Non-disciplinarycausesforsuspension,expulsion,orrecommendedtransfer:

1) non-compliancewithacademicrequirementsaspublishedbytheschool2) severesocio-emotionalneedstheschoolisnotequippedtoaddress3) uncooperativeordisruptiveattitudeofparents4) failuretofulfilltuitionobligation5) failuretoreturnemergencycard,healthrecordsorimmunizationrecords(reflectingupto

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SuspensionAperiodofsuspensioncanberequiredformoreseriousviolationsofschoolpolicies.Thestudentshallbegiventheopportunitytomakeupworkmissedduringaperiodofsuspension.Studentsareineligible to participate in or attend any school activities while suspended. Dependent upon thetermsofreadmissionthisineligibilitymayextendbeyondthesuspension.Inallcasesofsuspension,parentswillbenotifiedatthetimethesuspensionisissued.Beforeanystudentisreadmittedaftera period of suspension a meeting between the principal, vice principal (subject to availability),parentandstudentisrequired.BehaviorContractAt any time, a studentwhohas demonstrated any of the aforementionedbehaviors or a studentwho has exhibited behavior not in accordance with the mission of St. Raymond School, can beplacedonabehaviorcontract.Parentswillbeinvitedinforaconferencetodiscussthisprocessasitisessentialschoolandhomeworkcollaborativelytosupportthechild’sneeds.Thebehaviorcontactisaspecificdocumentthatoutlinesbehavioralexpectationsforthestudent’scontinuedattendanceat St. Raymond School. Violation of the behavior contract can result in immediate expulsion orfurtherdisciplinaryactionatthediscretionoftheprincipal.


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ChapterX:TechnologyConcernsandAcceptableUsePolicy

TECHNOLOGYATST.RAYMONDSCHOOL

StudentsatSt.RaymondSchoolareprivilegedtohaveaccesstolaptops,desktops,iPodsandiPadsfor classroomand1:1 use. This privilege comeswith responsibility and expectations for studentbehaviorandjudgment.Asatechnologyuser,IagreetofollowtherulesandcodeofethicsinallofmyworkwithtechnologywhileattendingSt.RaymondSchool:We believe that the primary purpose of technology systems at St. Raymond School is toimprove/enhanceteachingandsupportstudentlearning.ItisexpectedthatstudentswillusetheseresourcesresponsiblyandforeducationalpurposesthatalignwiththemissionandphilosophyofSt.RaymondSchool.Theguidelinesset forth inbeloware tohelpstudents, teachers,andparentsunderstandappropriateuseoftechnologyandresourcesforthispurpose.CellPhonesandTextingSt. Raymond School operates in an atmosphere of trust. Students are not to use cell phones atschool between 8:00AM and 3:00PM (unless otherwise instructed to by a teacher for class orExtendedCarepurposes).Studentsmaynotusetheirphonesduringcarlineuntiltheyaresecuredin theircar.Astudentmaycallhomeonaschoolphone(afteraskingpermission froma teacher,administrativeassistantoradministrator).Ourcellphonepolicyisnotmeanttobepunitive;rather,it isdesignedtokeepourstudents focusedontheirdaily lifehereatschool.Students involved inpossessionortransmissionofinappropriatephotosontheircellphonesorotherelectronicdevicesfacesuspensionand/orexpulsion.AnyabuseofInternetorelectroniccommunicationonpersonalorschool-provideddeviceswillresultinimmediatedisciplinaryaction.Parents shouldunderno circumstances textor call studentson their cell phoneorotherdevicesthroughouttheday.WearableSmartDevicesThe use of non-St. Raymond School issued technology on campus is not permitted during the7:30AM-3:30PM school day. Non-St. Raymond School issued technology is to remain in thestudent’sbackpackorlockeruntiltheendoftheschoolday.Activitytrackersandwatchesthatdonot allow for communication are allowed on campus, however any wearable device capable ofsendingorreceivingmessagesorotherformsofcommunicationisnotallowedoncampus.Studentswearingthisdevicetoschoolwillbeaskedtoremoveit.DevicesutilizedtosupportthehealthofastudentareexceptionstothisruleatthediscretionofthePrincipal.

ACCEPTABLEUSEPOLICYTheTechnologyAcceptableUsePolicyappliestoallstudentsutilizingtechnologyatanytime.TheAgreementFormatthefrontofthehandbookmustbeonfilewiththeschoolbeforeyourchildwillhaveInternetprivileges.Additionally,everystudentandparentingrades5-8needstosigntheiPadagreementbeforethestudentwillreceivehisorheriPad.NetworkandInternetSt.RaymondSchoolisawirelesscampus.AlliPadsandlaptopshaveaccesstothewirelessnetwork.We are pleased to have Internet access at St. Raymond School and believe the Internet offersvaluable,diverse, andunique resources toboth studentsand teachers.Ourgoal inproviding thisservice to teachers and students is to promote educational excellence by facilitating resourcesharing,innovation,andcommunication.


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The Internet is anelectronichighway connecting thousandsof computers all over theworld andmillionsofindividualsubscribers.Studentsandteachershaveaccessto:

● electronicmailcommunications● informationandnewsfromresearchinstitutionsallovertheworld● publicdomainsoftwareandsharewareofalltypes● discussiongroupsonthousandsofdiversetopics● universitylibrarycatalogs,theLibraryofCongress,governmentdocumentsandthousands

ofdatabasesWithaccesstocomputersandpeopleallovertheworldalsocomestheavailabilityofmaterialthatmaynotbeconsideredtobeofeducationalvalueinthecontextoftheschoolsetting.ThefacultyatSt. Raymond School has taken precautions to control access to controversial materials by beingpresentatalltimeswhenstudentsareontheInternetandbyinstructingstudentsintheproperuseof the Internet and electronicmail. However, on a global network it is impossible to control allmaterials and an industrious user may discover controversial information. We firmly believe,however,thatthevaluableinformationandinteractionsavailableonthenetworkfaroutweighthepossibilitythatusersmayprocurematerialthatisnotconsistentwiththeeducationalgoalsoftheschool.Availability of the Internet to students at St. Raymond School rests upon the proper conduct ofindividual studentswhomust adhere to strict guidelines. These guidelines are provided here sothatyouareawareoftheresponsibilitiesyourchildisabouttoacquire.Ifastudentviolatesanyoftheseprovisions,futureaccesstotheInternetatSt.RaymondSchoolmaybedeniedtothatstudent.Yoursignature indicates thatyouhaveread thisdocument,discussed itwithyourchild,and thatyouandyourchildunderstandthetermsandconditionsherein.SectionA:GeneralTermsandConditions

1. AcceptableUse:ThepurposeofusingtheInternetinourschoolistosupporteducationbyprovidingaccesstouniqueresourcesandtheopportunityofcollaborativework.Theuseofschool accounts must be in support of education and consistent with the educationalobjectivesofSt.RaymondSchool.TransmissionofanymaterialinviolationofschoolpolicyoranyUSorstateregulationisprohibited.Thisincludes,butisnotlimitedtocopyrightedmaterial and threatening or obscene material. Student use of the use of the Internet,applications and electronic mail will be in support of educational research and/orknowledge as defined by the teacher in charge. Any student accessing any application,email or the Internet- without the direct instruction of the teacher in charge- violatesacceptableuseandwillhaveconsequences

2. Privileges: The use of the Internet is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate usewillresultinacancellationofthoseprivileges.Thefacultymemberinchargewilldeemwhatisinappropriateuseandhisorherdecisionisfinal

3. Network Etiquette: Students are expected to abide by the generally accepted rules ofnetworketiquetteasoutlinedinSectionB

4. Copyright:Studentsareexpectedtoabidebyallcopyrightlawsatalltimes. 5. Security:IfyourchildidentifiesasecurityproblemontheInternet,heorsheshouldnotify

ateacherimmediately.Yourchildshouldnotdemonstratetheproblemtootherstudents.Studentsmaynotuseanother individual’saccountatany time.Attempts to logon to theInternet as anyone else will result in cancellation of his or her Internet privileges. AnystudentidentifiedasasecurityriskwillbedeniedaccesstotheInternet.

6. Vandalism:Vandalismwillresultincancellationofprivileges.Vandalismisdefinedasanybehaviorthatmayimpact,harmordestroyanytechnologytool, thedataofanotheruser,network, or agency that is connected to the Internet.This includes,but isnot limited to,downloading applications, altering screen displays, uploading any computer viruses,attemptsatgainingunauthorizedaccess,orchangingonlinematerialswithoutpermission.


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7. CyberBullying:Anycontentposted,accessed, sentorreceived,whetherathomeorat

school,thatcouldbeinterpretedasunkindordetrimentaltothelearningenvironmentofSt.RaymondSchoolwillbeaddressedpertheharassmentpolicy.

8. SocialNetworkingSite:Studentsmaynotaccesssocialnetworkingsitesatschool.Socialmedia, including but not limited to services such as Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram,Snapchat,YouTube,etc.canbepowerfullearning,collaboration,andcommunicationtoolsandshouldbejudiciouslyemployedbyallstudentsinthepursuitoflearning.Disciplinaryactionmayresultfromdefamatorycommentsmadebystudentsorparentsregardingtheschool, faculty, or another student in the school while on social networking sites. Evenwhen not physically at school, school guidelines regarding respectful and responsibletreatmentofothersstillapply.

SectionB:OnCampusTechnologyOutsideof7:30AM-3:30PMSchoolHoursTheremaybetimesthatstudentsemploypersonalorschoolissuedtechnologyoncampusoutsideof the 7:30AM-3:30PM school hours with teacher permission. During these times, parentsacknowledge that St. Raymond School cannot be expected to provide supervision for on campustechnologyandthereforethefullburdenofresponsibilityforcompliancewiththeAcceptableUsePolicy is on the student and parent(s). Violations of the Acceptable Use Policy will be pursuedwithouthesitation.SectionC:StudentAgreementThissectionistobereadto/bystudentsingradesJKthrough8anddiscussedwiththeirparentorguardian.

1. PersonalResponsibility:IunderstandthattheprimarypurposeoftechnologysystemsatSt.RaymondSchoolistoimprove/enhanceteachingandsupportstudentlearning.Theuseoftechnology,network,andotherresourcesatSt.RaymondSchoolisaprivilege.Iwillusethese resources responsibly and for education purposes that alignwith themission andphilosophyoftheschool.

AsastudentatSt.RaymondSchool,Iwillacceptpersonalresponsibilityforreportinganymisuseofthenetworktotheteacher incharge.Misuseisconsideredanycontentposted,accessed, sent or received that is deemed inappropriate and/or is covered in theharassmentpolicy.(s)MisuseisalsoconsideredtobeintentionallyaccessinganyInternetsite, application, or other medium deemed inappropriate by the faculty at St. RaymondSchool.

2. Acceptable Use: My digital presence will be in support of educational research and/orknowledgeasdefinedbytheteacherincharge.IunderstandthataccessinganyapplicationortheInternet-withoutthedirectinstructionoftheteacherincharge-violatesacceptableuse and will have consequences. I will not access social media sites, including but notlimited to services such as Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, Snapchat, YouTube, etc. atschool (unless otherwise instructedby a teacher). I ama student of St. RaymondSchooland even when not physically at school, school guidelines regarding respectful andresponsibletreatmentofothersstillapply.

3. NetworkEtiquette:Iwillabidebythefollowingrulesofnetworketiquetteatalltimes.

a. IWILLBEPOLITE:Iwillneversend,orencourageotherstosendabusivemessages.b. IWILLUSEAPPROPRIATELANGUAGE: I realize that I ama representativeof our

school community. While I may be alone on the computer, what I write can beviewed globally. I will never swear, use vulgarities, or any other inappropriatelanguage.


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4. Privacy: I will not reveal my home address or personal phone number or that of any

member of our school to anyone on the Internet at any time. I will honor my school’sproceduresforthestorageofinformation.Irealizethatafterpriornoticehasbeengiventome,filesmaybedeletedfromthesystemtoprotecttheintegrityofthenetworkorbecauseofspacelimitationsonthecomputer’sharddrive.

5. ElectronicMail:Iunderstandthatelectronicmailisnotguaranteedtobeprivate.Iwillnot

sendanythingthatIdonotwantotherstoread.

6. Security:Iunderstandthatsecurityonournetworkisveryimportant.Iwillneverattempttoguessotheruser's’passwordsatanytime.Iunderstandthattodosoisaviolationofmyprivileges.IfIidentifyasecurityproblem,Iwillnotifytheteacherimmediately.

7. Vandalism:Iunderstandthatvandalismisdefinedasanybehaviorthatmayimpact,harm

or destroy any technology tool, the data of another user, network, or agency that isconnected to the Internet. This includes, but is not limited to, downloading applications,alteringscreendisplays,uploadinganycomputerviruses,attemptsatgainingunauthorizedaccess,orchangingonlinematerialswithoutpermission.Iwillnotifytheteacherinchargeif I encounter vandalism of any kind. Any vandalism or failure to notify the teacher inchargeofattemptedvandalismwillresultinmylossofnetworkprivileges.

8. Copyright: Iunderstand that tocopyanyotherperson’sworkon the Internetandcall it

my own is a violation of copyright law. This pertains to text, graphics, or sound.Whenusing other people’s work, I will ask permission when possible and credit the authoraccordingly.TheuseoftheInternetandelectronicmailatSt.RaymondSchoolisaprivilegeandnotaright.IunderstandandwillabidebytheaboveInternetUseAgreement.Ifurtherunderstand that anyviolationof the above regulations is unethical andmay constitute acriminaloffense.ShouldIcommitanyviolation,myaccessprivilegesmayberevokedandschooldisciplinaryactionmaybetaken.

Inaddition,studentsingrades5-8mustadheretothefollowing:iPadsiPads are owned, configured, andmaintained by St. Raymond School. In order for the school toprovide resources to students configurationprofilesare installed.Undernocircumstancesmayastudent remove or change these profiles. The iPad is intended for educational purposes only.Playinggames,chatting,andvideosarenotallowedunlessassociatedwithaclass.AnyuseoftheiPad that involves inappropriate, unkind, or malicious behavior will result in disciplinaryconsequencesandlossoftheiPad.Students,grades5-8

1) StudentsaretochecktheiriPadoutbefore7:55AMeachmorningandcheckitbackinpriorto3:00PMeachafternoon.

2) iPadsaretoremainintheircases,withthescreenprotectoron,atalltimesintransit.3) Studentsarenottoshare,swap,borroworlendtheiriPadatanytimetoanotherstudent.4) Students are not permitted to customize their iPad in any way. This includes photos,

backdrops,screensavers,applications,etc.5) Studentsmaynotaccessanyapplication,siteorutilityatanytimeduringthedaywithout

explicitteacherpermissionandsupervision.6) Studentsarenottohavefoodand/ordrinkinproximityoftheiPadatanytime.7) iPads are to remain in the classroom during recess and lunch time, and any other time

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StudentswhoviolateanyoftheseexpectationswillhavetheiriPadimmediatelyconfiscated,alongwith further disciplinary action as determined by the school. Students are responsible for anyacademicimpact,includingnocreditforassignments/activitiesmissed,duetolackoftechnology.Any studentwhodamages/misplaces an iPadmaybe financially responsible for reimbursing theschoolforthecostofreplacement/repair.

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St.RaymondSchoolreservestherighttoamendthisHandbook.NoticeofamendmentswillbesenttoparentsviatheWednesdayBulletinorthroughe-mailcommunication.


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Appendix:BEHAVIORALEXPECTATIONS

BehavioralExpectationsAssessmentCriteriaBehavioralExpectationsareassessedonascaleof1to4andbasedonthefollowingcriteria:Exceeds Expectations (1): The student consistently follows school, classroom, and playgroundrules. The student’s behavior is courteous and helpful. The student’s uniform is always in dresscode and is neat in appearance. The student displays a cooperative attitude, demonstrates self-control, and/or takes responsibility for his/her actions. The student readily and consistentlyrespects authority, others, and property. The student takes initiative to cooperatively resolveconflicts,andoftenactsasapeacemakerandmodelsgoodbehaviortoothers.Meets Expectations (2): The student follows school, classroom, and playground rules. Thestudent’sbehavioriscourteous.Thestudenthasreceivednodetentionorwrittenconductreferrals.The student’s uniform follows dress code. The student displays a cooperative attitude,demonstrates self-control, and/or takes responsibility for his/her actions. The student respectsauthority,others,andproperty.ImprovementNeeded(3):Thestudentdoesnotalwaysfollowschool,classroom,andplaygroundrules.Thestudenthasreceiveddetentionandwrittenconductreferrals.Thestudent’sbehaviorisnot courteous at all times and inconsistently displays a cooperative attitude, has difficultydemonstrating self-control, and/or does not readily take responsibility for his/her actions. Thestudent does not always follow the dress code. The student’s respect for authority, others, andpropertyissomewhatinconsistent.Thestudentandhis/herparent(s)havemetwiththeteacher.Unsatisfactory (4):The studentdisregards school, classroomandplaygroundrules.The studenthas received regular detention andwritten conduct referrals. The student exhibits discourteousbehaviorand/ordisrespectsauthority,others,andproperty.Thestudentdoesnotfollowthedresscode.Thestudentlacksself-controlandisreticenttoassumeresponsibilityforhis/heractions.Thestudent regularly contributes to classroom and schoolyard conflict. The student and his/herparentshavemetwiththeteacherandprincipalandthestudentisplacedonabehaviorcontract.


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Appendix:LEARNINGSKILLS

LearningSkillsAssessmentCriteriaLearningSkillsisassessedonascaleof1to4andisbasedonthefollowingcriteria:Outstanding(1):Thestudentcompletesalloftheassignedclassworkandhomeworkinatimelymanner.Thequalityofworkconsistentlyreflectsthestudent’spotentialanditoftengoesbeyondteacher expectations. Theworkdemonstrates thoughtfulness, commitment toneatness, ability tofollow assignment direction, and evidences student pride in his/her work. When needed, thestudent seeks help in an appropriate manner. The student demonstrates an ability to workcollaboratively andparticipates productively in thewhole groupor in small groups. The studentregularly demonstrates initiative and inquiry in academic areas. The student regularly has allhis/hersupplies,changesclassesinatimelyfashion,andispreparedandreadywhentheteacheris.MeetsExpectations(2):Thestudentcompletesclassworkandhomeworkinatimelymanner.Thequality of work generally reflects the student’s potential. The work regularly demonstratesthoughtfulness, a commitment to neatness, and evidences student pride in his/her work. Whenneeded, thestudent seekshelp inanappropriatemanner.Thestudentworkscollaborativelyandparticipates productively in the whole group or in small groups. The student maintains his/hersupplies,changesclassesinatimelyfashion,andispreparedandreadywhentheteacheris.NeedsImprovement(3):Thestudentsometimesfailstocompleteclassworkandhomeworkinatimelymanner.Thequalityofworkoccasionallyreflectsthestudent’spotentialbutcanfallshortofindividual or teacher expectations.The student’swork is inconsistent.The studentdemonstratesneatnessat timesbutmoreoftendisplaysa lackofeffortandthoughtfulness.Evenwhenneeded,the student infrequently seeks help. The student’s does not actively participate in nor is he/sheproductiveinawholegrouporsmallgroup.Thestudentreliesongroupmember(s)tocompleteamajorityoftheassignedwork.Thestudentoftendoesnothaveallthenecessarysupplies,andisn’talwayspreparedandreadywhentheteacheris.Thestudentandhis/herparent(s)havemetwiththeteacher.Unacceptable(4):Thestudentcompletesaninsufficientamountofclassworkandhomeworkinatimely manner. The student is consistently off task, even with regular teacher correction. Thequalityof theworkrarelyreflects individualpotentialor teacherexpectation.Theworkdoesnotdemonstrate neatness or thoughtfulness. The student infrequently seeks help. The student hasdifficultyworkingcollaborativelyand/ordetractsfromtheworkofthegroup.Thestudentreliesongroupmember(s) to complete assignedwork.The studentusuallydoesn’t have all thenecessarysupplies.Thestudentisrarelyreadywhentheteacheris.Thestudentandhis/herparentshavemetwiththeteacherandprincipal.


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Appendix:COACHGYMUSEGUIDELINESANDKEYCARDPOLICY

ThispolicyisdesignedtobothpromoteandprotecttheuseoftheSt.RaymondSchoolGymnasium.The Gym is designated primarily as an athletic/physical fitness facility. As such, themajority ofusageduringtheschoolyearwillbebytheSt.RaymondSchoolPhysicalEducationDepartmentandgamessanctionedbythePPSL.Inordertoproperlymaintainthefacilityandequipmentofthegymandtoensurestudentsafety,thefollowingusagepolicyhasbeenestablished.GYMCONDITION:Uponenteringandduringyour time in thegym, if youseesomethingbroken,damagedorinneedofrepair,pleaseemailtheAthleticDirector(AD)immediately.GYMMAINTENANCE:Allcoachesareexpectedtokeepthegyminthebestpossibleconditionforpractices.

● Nowater,food,etc.allowedinthegym.● Sweepthegymflooranddisposeofcollecteddebris.● Keepsurroundingareas(bleachers,cubbies)freeofgarbage● Keepallavailableequipmentorganized● Turnoffthelights● EnsurethatalldoorstothegymandtheKennedyCenterbuildingarecompletelysecured

andlockedfromtheoutside.ReporttotheADanyajarorunlockeddoors.GYMUSAGE:OnlySt.RaymondSchoolstudents,coaches,andfamiliesareallowedaccessandusageofthegym.Tominimizeliability,nooutsideschools,groups,orprogramsareallowedinside.GYMACCESS: One (1) head coach per teamwill be issued a key card. Your individual key cardallows access to the STR gymbased on the assigned practice dates/times set forth by theAD. IfthereisanydeviationfromthisscheduleyoumustnotifytheADpriorto12pm,M-F.Theelectronickeysystemwillrecordeachentranceandexit.Nolendingoutofkeycardsisallowed.ATHLETE SUPERVISION: Athletes must refrain from entering the classrooms, stage, storagerooms,kitchen,etc.Thefrontlobbybathroomsareavailableforstudentuseonly.Coachesmayusethe restroom by the kitchen. No students are allowed in this area under any circumstances.Nostudentiseverallowedinthegymwithoutadult/coachsupervision.RETURNOFKEYS: You are responsible for returning the key to theAD at the conclusion of theseasonorattherequestoftheAD,noexceptions.Depositswillbereturneduponreturnofthekeycard.LOSTORSTOLENKEYS:ShouldbereportedimmediatelybytheindividualtotheADfirst,thentothePrincipalifnecessary.Yourdepositwillbeappliedtoreplacethekeycard.LOANINGOFKEYS: Loaning or lending keys isprohibited. All coaches are responsible for theirown key card. Absolutely under no circumstances should your key card be made available toanyonebutyourassistantcoaches.Gymentryandexitsaremonitoredby theelectronickeycardsystem.Thecoachloggedinwillbeheldliableforanydamagestothegymorunlawfulentry.


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GYMNASIUMUSEGUIDELINES&KEYCARDS(FORCOACHES)

A$25deposit isrequiredwhenakeycardischeckedoutfromtheAD.Thisdepositwillbereturnedwhentheguidelinesaremet.I have read and agree to abide by the guidelines listed above and understand that I may lose mypositionascoachifnot.IacknowledgereceiptofakeycardtotheSTRgymnasiumandagreetoreturnittotheADattheconclusionoftheseasonand/orwhenneededbytheADforafullrefund.

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