Cathedral School for Boys 2015–2016 Handbook for Students and Families 2015–2016 School Calendar 2015

September 2 Wednesday All Classes Begin (full dress) Class Photos Day September 4 Friday Upper School Retreats September 13 Sunday All-School Family Picnic September 15 Tuesday Lower School Back-to-School Night September 24 Thursday Individual Picture Day (full dress) September 29 Tuesday Upper School Back-to-School Night

October 5 Monday Blessing of the Animals October 12 Monday Fall Holiday—No School October 13 Tuesday Teacher In-Service—No School October 18 Sunday Cathedral School Sunday / Headmaster Installation October 23 Friday Parents Association Fall Bash (formerly CSB Uncorked)

November 12 Thursday K–4 Parent-Teacher Conferences—No School K–4 November 13 Friday K–8 Parent-Teacher Conferences—No School K–8 November 18 Wednesday Kindergarten Sibling Screening November 24 Tuesday Grandparents & Special Friends Day (full dress) Thanksgiving Recess Begins—Early Dismissal November 30 Monday School Resumes

December 7–11 Monday–Friday Book Fair December 12 Saturday CSB Christmas Concert & Reception December 17 Thursday Lessons & Carols Service (full dress) Dismissal Immediately Following Christmas Break Begins 2016 HANDBOOK

January 4 Monday School Resumes January 18 Monday Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday—No School January 19 Tuesday Teacher In-Service—No School

February 8–12 Monday-Friday Upper School Intersession February 15–19 Monday–Friday Winter Break—No School February 22 Monday School Resumes

March 5 Saturday Parents Association Gala March 17 Thursday K–4 Parent-Teacher Conferences—No School K–4 March 18 Friday K–8 Parent-Teacher Conferences—No School K–8 March 25 Friday Good Friday—No School March 28 Monday Teacher In-Service—No School

April 11–15 Monday–Friday Spring Break—No School April 18 Monday School Resumes

May 2–6 Monday–Friday Grades 7–8 Outdoor Education May 3–6 Tuesday–Friday Grades 5–6 Outdoor Education May 17 Tuesday Sports Banquet May 30 Monday Memorial Day—No School

June 3 Friday Eighth Grade BBQ—Early Dismissal for Eighth Grade June 6 Monday Eighth Grade Class Day June 7 Tuesday Field Day June 8 Wednesday Graduation Rehearsal/Move-up Day—Early Dismissal K–8 June 9 Thursday Graduation (full dress)—Dismissal Immediately Following Handbook Table of Contents Mission Statement ...... 3 Statement of Philosophy ...... 3 Diversity Statement ...... 4 Organization of the School ...... 5 Admission ...... 6 Tuition and Fees ...... 6 Adjustable Tuition ...... 7 Fundraising and Sources of Financial Support ...... 7 School Hours and Attendance ...... 8 Extended Day Program, Enrichment Classes, Break Camps, and Study Hall Programs ...... 9 Evaluation of Academic Progress ...... 11 Accommodations for Learning Style Differences ...... 12 Social and Emotional Learning at Cathedral School ...... 12 Dress and Uniform Standards ...... 12 Standards of Behavior ...... 14 Discipline Policy ...... 14 Anti-Bullying Approach ...... 16 Computer and Internet Use ...... 19 Health and Safety ...... 21 Disaster Preparedness ...... 22 Books and Supplies ...... 22 Homework ...... 22 Drop-Off and Pickup ...... 23 Lunch and Snacks ...... 23 Grace Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys ...... 23 Athletics ...... 24 Field Trips/Outdoor Education ...... 29 Parent-Teacher Conferences ...... 29 Parent-School Communication ...... 29 Information From School/Messages From Home ...... 30 Visiting the School ...... 30 Birthdays ...... 30 Lost Articles ...... 31 The Parents Association ...... 31 Special Events and Activities ...... 32 Mission Statement To provide an excellent education for boys at the elementary level. To attract a diverse student body of strong academic potential. To provide a school committed to intellectual inquiry and rigor, centered in the Episcopal tradition, respectful of and welcoming to people of all religious traditions and beliefs.

To develop social responsibility through exemplary programs of outreach and service. To create a community bonded by open-heartedness, hope, compassion and concern.

Statement of Philosophy Cathedral School for Boys, founded in 1957, strives to provide education in the best tradition of the Episcopal Church and in consonance with the mission of Grace Cathedral. We believe that this education is derived from three main sources: the highest academic and personal standards humanely applied; building a diverse community united in its concern for the school and for the world; and an active engagement with religion and the spiritual dimension.

Academically, the school sets high standards in literacy, basic skills, self-discipline, the joy of learning, and the pursuit of wisdom. We set equally high standards in civic and social responsibility that are demonstrated through good behavior, caring, mutual respect, truth-telling, honor, and good steward- ship of our world; and we emphasize these qualities in all aspects of school life. Art, music, drama, and physical education are integral parts of the curriculum. We prepare boys to enter demanding secondary schools confidently; we recognize that there are a variety of learning styles and paces among able students, and we try to teach accordingly. Teachers are able to focus on those learning styles that are boy-friendly: Hands-on, active learning that allows for movement and vigor. We affirm the integrity of childhood and elementary curriculum and do not try to replicate secondary school studies.

We believe that the school’s programs are affected by a talented, enthusiastic, and loving collegial faculty. These men and women are recruited and retained based on their professional skills, their willingness to model the highest standards in every respect, and their commitment to professional and personal growth. It is a priority of the school to provide funds and other support for that growth, and to strive toward competitive faculty compensation.

We believe that our all-boy environment frees our students to explore the full range of their potential. Our awareness of the different learning styles, rhythms, and activity level needs of boys promotes an openness and flexibility in the program that allow for success in all areas of study. Personalities have the freedom to develop without gender stereotyping, and boys can inhabit all roles in social, academic, and aesthetic areas. Thus they develop a strong sense of self without the need for posturing and pretending. In an atmosphere where friendships are valued, and where cooperation and collaborative problem solving are practiced, boys are able to talk about their feelings freely. Being the recipients of empathy, understanding, and compassion, boys learn to become caring and compassionate people.

CSB 2015–2016 handbook | 3 Our belief that all people are children of God and citizens of a shrinking world leads us to develop as diverse a community as possible. We seek families of all races, creeds, and economic circumstances, subject only to their ability to take advantage of our program. A growing tuition assistance program, tied by policy to the tuition income, exists to effect economic diversity. We make every effort to ensure that all families feel welcome in the school community.

Religious education includes exploring questions of meaning, purpose, and personal identity within the daily life and studies of the boys. Using the Bible and Anglican worship as starting points, we seek to assure literacy in the content and discipline of all major religions, recognizing the limitations of what is age-appropriate and the general sensitivity of the subject. We strive to open minds and hearts to the religious dimension of life, and to discourage uncritical dogmatism. The time we spend regularly in Grace Cathedral, with its soaring spaces and magnificent music, provides the boys with an opportu- nity to come together as a community in a sacred place of great beauty. The spiritual dimension of the school and its program adds immeasurably to the exploration of values, the development of character, and ethical and moral sensibilities. Clergy of many faiths lead worship from time to time. Some 20 or more of the boys sing in the Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys, receiving a special musical training and religious experience.

We are also committed to outreach beyond the tuition assistance program. This commitment is evidenced at present by programs of community service and charitable outreach throughout the entire school community.

Finally, we believe that education thrives in a school where parents, teachers, students, and trustees know each other well; communicate comfortably and openly in an environment of mutual respect; and habitually laugh together. We are committed to remaining small in size but large in mind, heart, and spirit.

Diversity Statement From its inception in 1957, Cathedral School for Boys has always strived to be a school that reflected the many neighborhoods of San Francisco. As the school has grown and matured, its definition of what makes a truly diverse community has grown and matured as well. Cathedral School welcomes families and students of all races, faith traditions, cultural backgrounds, economic circumstances, and sexual orienta- tions in its community. We greatly value as part of our boys’ educational experience the varying perspec- tives and learning styles, the richness of culture, the sharing of tradition, and the working through and resolution of conflict that comes from being a truly diverse community. It is through our understanding of others that we come to be at peace with ourselves. It is through our deepening understanding of differ- ence that we come to know and appreciate our commonalities. And it is through the sharing of the tradi- tions and rituals of others that we gain a deeper meaning and purpose to our own.

4 | CSB 2015–2016 Handbook We believe that the school’s curriculum should represent the diversity of our community and give our students an opportunity to open their hearts and minds to a wide range of perspectives on history, culture, literature, and religion. To truly become critical thinkers in a global world, our boys need a strong foundation in not only the core subjects of mathematics, language arts, science, and technology but they also need a foundation in understanding the dynamics of human relationships; the values and traditions of various cultures; the balance between the needs of the individual and the needs of others; and a way to live out one’s spiritual and moral values as they are challenged and questioned each day of their lives.

We believe the curriculum and program is enriched by a diverse administration, faculty, and staff. The experience of every student is enhanced not only by the different perspectives that a diverse faculty can bring, and also from seeing himself and his experience mirrored in the larger community. The school is committed to achieving diversity in its hiring by using the resources available to locate and evaluate a wide range of candidates for each position.

We believe economic diversity enriches the educational opportunities for all families, and is critical to the health of the school community. Toward this end, the school is committed to making the financial resources available to ensure a need blind admission policy, so that economic circumstance will not be a determining factor in a child’s admission to Cathedral School.

Finally, we are aware that none of these goals are easily reached; that they take commitment, time, patience, and understanding. We are aware that just as in one’s personal growth, where there is pain, there is opportunity for growth; where there is failure, there is opportunity for redemption; and that accomplishment and success mean little if they are not shared with others. It is no different in the life of a community. We welcome the challenges and opportunities that the continuing dialogue will bring.

Organization of the School The ultimate responsibility for the governance of Cathedral School for Boys resides with the Board of Trustees, whose members bring a diversity of talent and broad practical and professional experience assuring the school’s present stability, its development, and its perpetuation. Trustees are responsible for formulating policy and for establishing and maintaining the sound financial condition of the school. The Board appoints the Headmaster, who acts as chief executive officer and directs all day-to-day activities and operations necessary for the accomplishments of the school’s program. The Headmaster also oversees the appointment of teachers and staff members, the maintenance of educational and behavioral standards, and the administration of the operating budget.

Cathedral School is a financially independent department of Grace Cathedral Corporation. The Grace Cathedral Board provides two trustees, approves new trustees, and approves changes to the by-laws. It does not initiate policy. The Bishop approves the appointment of the Headmaster and nominates him or her as a senior staff member of the Cathedral with the title of Canon Headmaster. The Dean is an ex-officio member of the Board and all Board committees. The Cathedral, School, and Diocese share facilities on the Close and contribute to their upkeep on an equitable basis.

CSB 2015–2016 handbook | 5 Admission Academic and personal qualifications: Cathedral School enrolls boys who will benefit from its values, purposes, and rigorous academic program, and who will contribute to its varied community life through their attitudes towards others, their sense of responsibility, and their active interest in learning. Applicants for admission are evaluated to determine their general aptitudes and competencies and their ability and readiness to work within a program that develops strong academic potential.

This evaluation includes certain standardized and school-developed tests of academic proficiency, and, for applicants for the first through eighth grade, includes a full-day school visit.Kindergarten ­ applicants are screened for developmental readiness in small groups, by appointment, in January and February. Admission decisions will take into account the applicant’s performance in the evaluation session, his history in previous schools, and information gained through informal, personal interaction with the family and the boy.

Submission of applications: Each year a filing date is set for kindergarten applications. A priority filing date is set for applications for first through eighth grade, but applications are accepted all year, depending on availability of space.

Preferences in admission: In considering applications, the Admission Committee may grant preference to boys who have brothers already enrolled in the school, sons of alumni, and sons of faculty members.

Non-discrimination in admission: Cathedral School for Boys does not discriminate among applicants on the basis of race, color, or national or ethnic origins; the school welcomes children of all religions and creeds who are willing to participate in the school’s program of spiritual instruction.

For complete admission information, deadlines, and procedures, contact Cathy Madison, Director of Admission, at [email protected] or visit the website at www.cathedralschool.net.

Tuition and Fees Basic Costs: Each year parents enter into a contract with the school for the enrollment of their sons and agree to pay the tuition fees as established by the Board of Trustees. These fees are payable according to the following plans: 1) in full by July 15; 2) in two installments, on July 15 and January 15; or 3) monthly through a tuition financing plan. Contact the school for further information. The tuition fees cover 80 percent of the cost of providing the program—including faculty and staff salaries, textbooks and essen- tial instructional materials, maintenance of facilities and equipment, and various support services. The school has a vigorous fundraising program to generate the necessary additional income for the operations budget. The Headmaster is always available to go over the budget with interested parents.

Other Costs: Families will be billed separately for certain other costs their sons may incur in connec- tion with special offerings within the program (e.g., Extended Day, foreign language trips). In addition, families must purchase the required items of uniform dress for their sons, and from the fourth grade on, boys must have a binder and other ordinary school supplies, which they obtain at their own expense.

2015–2016 Tuition: Tuition for all grades for the 2015–2016 school year is $29,000.

6 | CSB 2015–2016 Handbook Adjustable Tuition It is the earnest desire of the Board of Trustees that no boy who is qualified for admission should be denied the opportunity of attendance because of inability to pay the full tuition fees.

The Board’s goal in establishing the Adjustable Tuition Program—which is funded, to a large degree, by the school’s endowment—is to create a student body that is reflective of the socioeconomic diversity of the community that Cathedral School serves.

Families applying for Adjustable Tuition are asked to complete a confidential statement detailing their financial circumstances. They submit this confidential statement to the School Scholarship Service in Princeton, NJ, an independent agency that evaluates the information provided and summarizes it for the school.

Inquiries concerning Adjustable Tuition and requests for application forms should be addressed to the Business Manager.

Fundraising and Sources of Financial Support The Board of Trustees, in its fiduciary role, has the essential responsibility of ensuring that the school is financially stable and that its income, facilities, and other assets remain sufficient to achieve its purpose of educational excellence. In keeping with this responsibility, the Board has established a program of raising funds for special purposes and projects, and makes annual appeals to the school’s families and friends, whose generosity over the years has provided innumerable benefits for the boys of Cathedral School.

Annual Giving: Like all independent schools, Cathedral School does not rely on tuition alone. Unlike public schools, which are funded by tax dollars, independent schools rely solely upon tuition, fees, endowment draw, and philanthropic support to meet their operating expenses. Voluntary gifts help bridge the gap of $6,693 per child that exists between tuition income and the amount spent on the excellent education each boy receives here. Families are encouraged to cover as much of the gap as they are able to afford. Revenue from Cathedral School’s annual fund, called the Cathedral School Fund, is second only to tuition in income; it serves to preserve the quality of the school’s overall program and is indispensable to the fiscal health of the school. This year, the Cathedral School Fund is budgeted to cover $730,000 of the school’s budget.

Leadership giving is vital to Cathedral School and demonstrates a high level of commitment to our students, programs, and mission. Participation, however, is truly at the heart of the Cathedral School Fund. Gifts to the Cathedral School Fund range in size from $1 to more than $25,000. A gift of any amount is important and appreciated—it demonstrates our community’s commitment to the school. We hope that all parents will make Cathedral School for Boys their highest philanthropic priority while their sons are students here.

CSB 2015–2016 handbook | 7 All families are expected to participate in the annual Cathedral School Fund campaign at a level appro- priate for their circumstances. Current parents along with trustees, faculty, staff, alumni, parents of alumni, grandparents, corporations, foundations, and other philanthropic friends contribute to the school annually. All charitable contributions to the Cathedral School Fund are fully tax-deductible.

Endowment and Deferred Giving: The Board of Trustees has taken steps to ensure the school’s commit- ment to excellence by establishing the Endowment Fund and by actively seeking gifts that will continue to be a source of revenue into the future. Gifts received for endowment are invested in a diversified portfolio, professionally managed under the supervision of the Board. Income thus derived is placed in operating revenues or, in certain instances at the donor’s discretion, may be used in support of a speci- fied component of the school’s program. The long-term interest of Cathedral School is to increase its permanently restricted endowment. A permanent endowment allows the school to plan beyond annual budget cycles and provides a perpetual income stream to support its progress. One of the most effec- tive ways to increase the size of an endowment over time is through deferred or planned gifts. Planned gifts of any size to the endowment fund are welcome.

Other Capital Purposes: As in any school, the growing needs of the educational program at Cathedral School and of the boys it serves will, from time to time, require the expansion and renovation of facilities. The Development Committee and the Major Gifts Committee of the Board are specifically charged with considering such projects to accommodate anticipated future needs, and to formulate plans for necessary fundraising activities.

Parents Association Gift: The Parents Association raises considerable sums for the operating fund annually through its fundraising events, including their Fall Bash and Spring Gala.

School Hours and Attendance Arrival: Boys arrive at school from 8 to 8:15 a.m. Class­es begin promptly at 8:15 a.m.; Attendance will be taken at 8:15 a.m. Departure for Chapel begins at 8:20 a.m. Dismissal: Kindergarten 2:30 p.m. First and second grade 2:50 p.m. Third grade and fourth grade 3:00 p.m. Fifth through eighth grade 3:30 p.m.

Early Dismissal Times: Kindergarten 11:00 a.m. First and second grade 11:15 a.m. Third and fourth grade 11:30 a.m. Fifth through eighth grade 11:45 a.m.

Childcare on Early Dismissal Days: Please note that childcare will be available until 6:00 p.m. on all early dismissal days EXCEPT Grandparents and Special Friends Day, Lessons and Carols, and Graduation. Regular drop-off fees will apply. Lunch is not available on early dismissal days so if your child plans to stay at school, please send a lunch and/or snack with him on these days.

8 | CSB 2015–2016 Handbook Punctuality: The school urges parents to assist in seeing that boys arrive early enough each morning to be in their class­rooms at 8:15 a.m. Boys who are late for any reason should report to the front desk before proceeding to their classrooms. Parents will be notified if tardiness is recurrent. If a late arrival is anticipated, or it is necessary to be excused because of a medical or dental appointment, boys should bring an explanatory note with them to school. (Dentists and physicians will typically give their young patients such notes.)

Leaving School Early: When it is necessary for a boy to leave school before regular dismissal, parents should inform the homeroom teacher and the front desk, in writing (or via email), of the required time for the student’s release and the reason for it. All students leaving early are to exit the building through the Sacramento Street entrance and must sign out at the front desk. Families should come to the front desk to pick up their sons.

Staying After School: Boys may not stay at school after dismissal time unless they are enrolled in the Extended Day program, or they have permission to participate in a planned activity under the supervi- sion of a teacher or another designated adult. Study hall for students in fifth through eighth grades is available in the library Monday through Thursday until 5 p.m. Students may not leave campus unsuper- vised and return to after-school programs or sports practices.

Absence From School: If a boy is to be absent from school because of illness, his parents should inform the school office by email or telephone before 9:00 a.m. the same day. If the cause of absence is a contagious disease (e.g., chicken pox, strep throat), the school requires medical confirmation that the boy may be readmitted to class without danger to others. If the cause of absence is a fever, the school requires the student to have a normal temperature (less than 99 degrees Fahrenheit without medica- tion) for 24 hours before he can return to school.

Irregular Absences: On the theory that the fullest benefits of schooling are best derived through steady practice and application, and through daily experience of the lively discipline of learning, Cathedral School strongly discourages requests for students’ exemption from regular attendance. Parents must recognize that students removed from class for unscheduled holidays or for family trips and vacations find it difficult to compensate adequately for the time lost and for the disruption of the routine course of their instruction. In the same way, teachers cannot fairly be asked to provide special schoolwork in advance for such irregular absences. Any such absences must be approved by the appropriate Division Head.

Extended Day Program, Enrichment Classes, Break Camps, and Study Hall Programs The Cathedral School Extended Day program is offered to families in need of additional care for their boys before and after school. The morning daycare, afternoon daycare, and study hall programs operate throughout the school year. Outside of the school year, camps are offered to Cathedral School families during Christmas, winter, and spring break. Childcare may be offered during parent-teacher conferences (7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.), community nights, and selected events. All registration forms will be available prior to these dates.

CSB 2015–2016 handbook | 9 Our program continues to grow and change as the needs of our community change. The program begins on the first day of classes each semester and ends on the last day of classes. The daycare program allows boys to interact with classmates and friends after school in a safe, fun, and relaxed environment. The daycare staff utilizes the school playground, daycare room, Lower School classrooms, art room, and Huntington Park for various free-play and directed activities throughout the year. Morning daycare, afternoon daycare, study hall, and enrichment classes will not be available on faculty in-service days. However, these will be available on early dismissal days, except for Grandparents and Special Friends Day, Lessons and Carols, and Graduation.

Because parking is difficult, Cathedral School will continue to have a ten minute grace period for parents running late to pick up their boys at dismissal time. After the grace period, kindergarten through fifth grade boys are to report to daycare. Grades six through eight report to study hall (Monday–Thursday) or daycare (Friday). Parents will be billed for drop-in.

Students should be picked up at the Jones Street entrance between 2:30 and 6 p.m. The security officer will inform the Extended Day staff of your arrival. Cathedral School will not release students to any unauthorized individuals. Please inform the Extended Day Director in writing, email, or voicemail whenever someone other than the regular caretaker is picking up your son from daycare. Older brothers and carpool mates may retrieve younger boys. Please note that younger boys with earlier dismissal times should be registered with daycare until pickup.

Morning Daycare is available to all students in kindergarten through eighth grade on full school days and early dismissal days from 7:30–8:00 a.m. Drop-in fees apply. Exceptions to morning daycare fees are made for siblings of choirboy carpools and Wednesday band boys. However, the Extended Day Director must have parental written notification for these boys to be exempt from fees.

Study hall and after-school services take place Monday through Thursday from 3:30–6:00 p.m. We will continue to offer after-school daycare for grades kindergarten through eight on Fridays from 2:30–6:00 p.m. Library study hall ends at 5:00 p.m. at which point boys report to the after-school room

Study hall allows boys the opportunity to study, do homework, read, and work together to complete projects. After signing in with the study hall proctor, boys are encouraged to utilize all resources in the library. Parents who need additional childcare on Friday from 3:15–6:00 p.m. should purchase a daycare drop-in card. Study hall will not be available during Outdoor Education week.

Break camps are offered during Christmas, winter, and spring break. During camp, boys have the oppor- tunity to enjoy fun, educational, and adventurous activities in a small group setting. Details and pre- registration forms will be available prior to each camp.

After-school enrichment classes are offered during the year and are taught by Cathedral School staff, members of the school community, and professional instructors from around the Bay Area. Past enrich- ment courses have included: guitar, fencing, hapkido, robotics, 3-D animation, Lego engineering, sculp- ture, wild science, movie-making, cartooning, hip-hop dance, yoga, knitting, origami, and chess. Refunds will not be granted after the first day of enrichment classes. In the event that the minimum enrollment for the class is not met, the enrichment class may be cancelled prior to the first day of class.

10 | CSB 2015–2016 Handbook Evaluation of Academic Progress Regular Reports:

The Lower School academic year for grades K–4 is divided into three terms, each accompanied by prog- ress reports.

Boys in fifth grade receive report cards on a trimester schedule, with narrative comments and a check- list evaluating work habits and personal development. Fifth grade boys do not receive letter grades

Sixth, seventh, and eighth grade boys receive report cards on a quarterly schedule, with grades issued at the semester. The first and third quarters include narrative comments. All quarters include work habits and personal development checklists. As letter grades are new for sixth graders, they should be viewed as a measure of growth instead of a standard of perfection.

Conferences: All families are encouraged to arrange appointments for conferences—either with teachers, Division Heads, or the Headmaster—whenever there is a special reason to discuss their student’s work and progress. Conferences are regularly scheduled for parents of Lower School boys at the conclusion of the first and second terms and for parents of Upper School boys midterm after progress reports. If possible, the school would like both parents to attend these conferences. If this is not possible, we ask that the available parent attend at the designated time so that all conferences may be concluded on schedule. If parents choose not to attend the regularly scheduled conference time and take this opportunity for a vacation, their conference time will be forfeited for that particular term. In Upper School, boys attend and facilitate conferences between their family and their advisor.

Upper School Grading System: Achievement grades for sixth through eighth grade are shown in the conventional way, as letters, and indicate progress toward mastering the content of a given subject. They may be read as follows: A = 90–100% B = 80–89% C = 70–79% D = 60–69% F = < 60%

Testing: Standardized tests of aptitude and achievement are annually given in grades three through seven. These tests provide certain useful information on a boy’s performance in relation to both national and independent school norms and, more importantly, provide valuable help in the constant work of curriculum development. In addition, boys in the seventh and eighth grades take the Secondary School Admission Test (SSAT), application for which must be made separately. Parents interested in the results of any of these tests and their significance are encouraged to discuss them in conference with the Division Head or the Headmaster.

CSB 2015–2016 handbook | 11 Accommodations for Learning Style Differences Cathedral School for Boys recognizes the many learning differences and styles among boys within its community. Part of the school’s philosophy is to be aware of the different learning styles, rhythms, and activity levels of boys and to promote an openness and flexibility in the program that allows for success in all areas of study as well as the social, emotional, and spiritual growth of each boy.

The school is able to make accommodations for students who may need them to best succeed in their course of studies. These accommodations fall into three broad categories: Extended time for assess- ments and assignments; assistive technology for reading and writing assignments, such as audiobooks; and teacher-generated support materials such as lecture notes or graphic organizers. Within these categories a selection of accommodations will be put into place only upon the recommendation of the learning specialist in consultation with the Division Heads, the faculty, and the student’s parents. Available accommodations are regularly reviewed and changed as needed. Please contact Cathedral School’s Learning Specialist for further information.

Social and Emotional Learning at Cathedral School for Boys Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) is used in schools nationwide as an adjunct tool to academic learning. SEL is defined as “the process through which people learn to recognize and manage emotions, care about others, make good decisions, behave ethically and responsibly, develop positive relation- ships and avoid negative behaviors. Such skills are critical components of the success of all schools.”

At Cathedral School, we have always used SEL in various ways in our classrooms. Now we formally provide SEL tools and building skills with all boys in grades K–8. In the Lower School, kindergarten students talk about both attentive listening and appreciations, and also work through conflicts in their “Peace Corner.” Boys in first through fourth grade have a 30-minute Friendship Group once per six-day rotation. In these groups, the boys have a chance to check in about their emotions and also receive a lesson on various SEL tools, such as using “I statements,” finding win-win solutions, and understanding boundaries.

In the Upper School, the boys may participate in Community Circles, open sessions, and class meetings where they have the opportunity to share and provide support. These sessions provide a safe opportu- nity for boys to bring up challenges that may be occurring socially.

Dress and Uniform Standards Boys are expected to be neatly groomed and to wear uniform dress to school. Parents and guardians are asked to help follow this policy by ensuring that boys are properly dressed when they leave for school each morning. Earrings, non-religious jewelry, and facial hair are not allowed. Hair should not impede vision or be a source of distraction or disruption. Extreme hair styles are not permitted and are determined at the discretion of the school.

12 | CSB 2015–2016 Handbook School ties and emblems may be purchased online and can then be picked up at the front desk. Uniform items may be purchased online from Lands’ End (contact the Parents Association “Fundraising through Shopping” Chair to purchase scrip as Lands’ End rebates 15 percent of sales back to the school) or Dennis Uniform Manufacturing Company (590 10th Street or dennisuniform.com). Fleece jackets may also be purchased through these retailers. The Parents Association holds Uniform Closet sales frequently. Please note that while the particular brand of clothing is not especially important, each item of uniform dress should conform in color and style to the standards specified below.

For everyday wear, the school uniform consists of: • Light blue oxford-cloth shirt with button-down collar; short- or long-sleeved. If you are ordering from Lands’ End, please note that the correct color is blue and not French blue. • Gray dacron/cotton trousers (boys in kindergarten through fourth grade may wear gray short pants with knee-length socks; cargo pants are not acceptable). • All-black athletic shoes; these should be completely black, including logos, laces, soles, and any other visible part of the shoe. • Black or navy blue dress socks. (Visible logos are not acceptable.) • Black belt. • School tie (required in fifth through eighth grade; optional in lower grades, except for occasions calling for full dress uniform). In addition, Upper School boys must wear a blazer to all chapels. Used ties and blazers can be bought during the PA Uniform Closet sales. • Outerwear worn during the school day consists of a navy V-neck sweater or a fleece jacket which must be embroidered with Cathedral School’s insignia. Fleece jackets with the insignia can be purchased from Lands’ End. Dennis Uniform also sells fleece jackets, but a Cathedral School insignia must be purchased from the Grace Cathedral Gift Shop and sewn on separately. No other outerwear is allowed during school hours. The school encourages the purchase of either a fleece or sweater, as winter days are chilly at school. Lower School boys may wear a sleeveless V-neck sweater vest.

Full dress uniform requires trousers that are either gray flannel or a woolen and synthetic blend. In addition, on dress occasions, boys wear either a navy blazer or a navy V-neck sweater and long-sleeves. Both the blazer and sweater should have the school insignia sewn over the left breast. Insignia may be purchased through the website or by contacting the Development Office. Shoes should be black dress shoes for boys in grades third and up. Boys in kindergarten through second grade are not required to wear black dress shoes and may wear black athletic shoes (please see guidelines above for black athletic shoes); however, black dress shoes will remain optional for these grades for occasions that call for full dress uniform.

Free dress: When activities dictate, uniforms will not be required. The following are acceptable items of clothing: Shorts, slacks, sweats, and jeans. Unsuitable items of clothing include torn jeans, cut-offs, torn shirts, and t-shirts with inappropriate messages and/or advertisements.

CSB 2015–2016 handbook | 13 Other necessary items of clothing include: Physical education shirts are required for boys in grades five through eight. They are reversible red and white/gold and are available in the school P.E. office in both youth and adult sizes. Sixth, seventh and eighth graders may wear solid black gym shorts to P.E. as well. Boys in all grades must wear black athletic shoes to P.E. class. These athletic shoes should be completely black, including logos, laces, soles, and any other visible part of the shoe.

Standards of Behavior Cathedral School has very few formal rules. It is assumed that boys will conduct themselves in a manner respectful of the rights of others and appropriate to their own active membership in a school community.

Boys are expected to: • be mindful of their own and others’ safety and well-being, taking care to be friendly and kind to all around; • be respectful of others, of their work, and of their property; • be responsible for their belongings and accountable for their work; • courteously cooperate in the maintenance of good order and of an environment conducive to learning.

Discipline Policy Discipline at Cathedral School for Boys is described as “caring justice.” Caring justice fits the school’s desire to create a safe, morally aware environment for all that respects the rights and needs of indi- viduals as well as the community. This policy has been created with an understanding of the social and emotional development of boys and how the school, along with families, can promote positive growth in our boys and their relationships. School and family partnership is essential in helping our boys develop healthy relationships, positive self-image, and social resiliency. This partnership begins with open and honest communication as well as the assumption of goodwill and best interests of all parties involved. When students see parents, faculty, and school administration working together, it fosters a sense of security and confidence that allows for optimal growth and learning.

We believe that effective discipline combines clear, consistent expectations with compassion and sensi- tivity toward the unique life of each boy, along with appropriate consequences and support systems. It is common for boys to take risks and engage in conflict. As they develop socially they test each other’s strength and constantly compete with one another and, most often, remain friends throughout. Through this development process there will be times when conflicts occur that result in unkindness, teasing, or at times physical altercations. At these times, teachers and administrators will intervene and set appro- priate consequences for these behaviors. It is our experience that boys benefit from clear messages about expected behavior and fair and consistent consequences that are not merely punitive, but offer an opportunity for growth.

Bullying type behaviors are different than the day-to-day conflicts that will occur among boys. These behaviors, whether observed or recounted, will receive adult intervention and further investigation pursuant to our school’s anti-bullying approach. Parents of the students involved will be notified and both the recommendations for support systems and consequences will be put in place.

14 | CSB 2015–2016 Handbook Below is a description of our Progressive Discipline policy, which describes the various methods of consequences and support that are carried out at Cathedral School. This list is not meant to be exhaus- tive but demonstrates how the school handles both the natural conflicts that occur day-to-day as well as more serious disciplinary issues.

Progressive Discipline

Discipline starts in the classroom, with the classroom teacher. When class is being disrupted and redi- rection or accommodations (e.g. changing seats) do not improve behaviors, the teacher may request that the student leave the classroom for a prescribed period of time. This is often because an individual is compromising the interests of the class as a whole. This also gives the offending student time to quietly reflect on the behavior that is temporarily precluding him from joining class activities.

Infractions of a disciplinary nature are treated as “teachable moments” in which the classroom teacher works with children to problem-solve. Conflict resolution skills, such as expressing oneself clearly as well as listening, are taught and reinforced. Role-playing is also used. The desired end product is a wider range of problem-solving skills so that boys, to the extent that developmental and individual abilities allow, can solve their problems themselves. When warranted, other disciplinary measures may be employed. These measures may include loss of recess time, writing letters of apology, visiting the Division Head, and being sent home.

If a pattern of behavior develops with a student and requires additional attention, the parents or guard- ians are contacted with an action plan. This plan is developed with input from classroom teachers, the Division Head and, if necessary, the school counselor and/or the Headmaster. This plan may include: • Loss of recess • Recommendations for family discipline • Behavior modification charts • A regular communication plan with the family • One-time or regular visits with the Division Head • Meetings with student, family, and teacher, Division Head, or Headmaster • Visits with the school counselor • Outside evaluations and/or counseling • In-school and out-of-school suspensions

In the Upper School, discipline slips are employed to convey more serious or persistent behavioral issues. If a student receives a discipline slip, the family will become involved, initially by signing the slip and discussing the incident with their son. Boys are responsible for returning the signed slip to the Division Head promptly. Often, a conversation will also ensue with the administrator and the teacher. Our discipline program inten- tionally does not include an after-school detention, which can institutionalize poor behavior and create an atmosphere of distrust between teachers, students, and families.

Students repeatedly receiving discipline notifications or slips can be suspended from school for their behavior. Suspensions are usually served at school in the Division Head’s office. Situations that could lead to suspension include cruel teasing; bullying; theft; physical fighting or violence; extreme or violent language and threats; use of illegal drugs or alcohol; academic dishonesty; disrespect of teachers, staff, or peers; and any action deemed serious enough by the Division Head or Headmaster. The terms

CSB 2015–2016 handbook | 15 of a suspension can vary from one day to a number of weeks and always result in direct and ongoing communication between the school and parents. The decision to suspend a student is made only by the administrator, normally the Division Head, in consultation with the Headmaster and the teachers involved. Students who are suspended are not eligible to participate in school-related after-school events during the term of their suspension.

The school reserves the right to suspend or dismiss a student for any behaviors that are detrimental to the interests of other children in the school or the school community as a whole. These consequences can be a result of a failure to observe school rules over a period of time or a single major offense.

Drugs and Alcohol

It is an offense of great seriousness for boys to possess or use illegal drugs, narcotics, or alcohol, or to promote their use among others. The Headmaster, within his judgment and discretion, will deal with the offender as he deems appropriate, in keeping with the character, philosophy, and purposes of the school, and with due regard for the facts and circumstances of the individual case. Accordingly, disci- plinary action may vary with the individual boy, and may extend to his expulsion from the school.

Confidentiality

Trust between the school and families is of the utmost importance in effectively supporting boys throughout their social development. Often you may hear from your son about an incident in school involving another boy and upon asking him about the consequences he states that “nothing happened.” Please know that we as a school seldom share the consequences and support systems set up for students with other students or families. We believe these are private matters between the school and the individual family and handle them accordingly.

Anti-Bullying Approach Our school’s social vision: Embracing Differences; Celebrating Community

Why We Implemented a School-Wide System to Stop Student Bullying

Cathedral School for Boys has partnered with the No Bully® program to prevent and respond to bullying at school and at all school-sponsored events. This school-wide system applies to all students, teachers, staff, specialists, and anyone who works or volunteers on our campus.

Bullying occurs when a student, or group of students, repeatedly try to hurt, humiliate, or get power over another less powerful student or students in any of the following ways: • Physical bullying is when a student repeatedly uses physical force to hurt another student (e.g., by hitting, pushing, shoving, kicking, or taking a student’s belongings); • Verbal bullying is when a student repeatedly uses words, images, or gestures to intimidate or humil- iate another student (e.g., by taunting, name-calling, teasing, put-downs, insults, threats, or blackmail);

16 | CSB 2015–2016 Handbook • Relational bullying is when a student repeatedly excludes or isolates another student (e.g., through leaving him out, manipulating others against him, or spreading gossip or rumors); and/or • Cyber-bullying is when a student repeatedly uses telephonic, social, and/or electronic media to bully another student in any of the ways described above.

Bullying is different from conflict. Conflict is an inevitable part of life. Conflict may occur when a student perceives another as getting in the way of what he wants or values. Conflict only becomes bullying when a student repeatedly tries to hurt, humiliate, or get power over another less powerful student or students. If students are in conflict with each other, but are not engaging in bullying behavior, our school is committed to helping the students talk it through pursuant to our discipline policy of “caring justice.”

Bullying may, at times, amount to harassment. It is harassment to target a student face-to-face or online because of his actual or perceived, race, color, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, gender identity and expression, socio-economic status, physical appearance and characteristic, or sexual orientation, or because he is associating with a student or group of students with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Our school does not tolerate bullying or harassment for any reason. Further, it is a breach of our school rules if any student takes revenge on or asks someone to threaten or hurt a student who has reported bullying or harassment. Bullying causes pain and distress to students and is never justified or excusable as “just teasing” or “just playing.” When a student stands by doing nothing, or laughs or posts comments online when others bully, he is enabling the bullying behavior to continue.

The students at Cathedral School have come together in a school-wide pledge to keep our campus bully-free. All students agree to: • Value student differences and treat each other with respect, both face-to-face and online; • Ask bullying students to stop their offending behavior when acts of bullying occur, and report the bullying to a teacher or staff member on campus; • Walk away and seek help from any trusted teacher or staff member on campus if the student(s) cannot safely stop the bullying; • Never take revenge on or ask someone to hurt or threaten a student who has reported bullying; and • Embrace differences; celebrate community.

Staff, Teacher, and Parent Response to Bullying

Our school follows the No Bully® approach for preventing and responding to bullying.

Level 1—Prevent and Interrupt • All teachers, staff, students, and parent volunteers support a campus-wide system for preventing and stopping bullying. • All teachers and staff have undergone special training to better identify bullying behavior and have been trained to respond appropriately pursuant to our school’s policies. • All teachers and staff watch out for students who appear to be isolated from other students, who are put down by other students behind their backs, or who show signs of being bullied.

CSB 2015–2016 handbook | 17 • If any teacher or staff member witnesses what he or she perceives to be escalated conflict between students, he or she shall take immediate steps to intervene, provided it is safe to do so. • Parent volunteers who perceive escalated conflict between students shall respectfully ask students to stop, provided it is safe to do so, and immediately notify a teacher or staff member of the conflict and intervention. • If any teacher or staff member suspects that a student is the target of bullying (i.e., the bullying activity has happened more than once and is likely to continue), or has been notified of a perceived bullying situation by a parent/guardian or student, he or she must notify the Division Head as soon as reasonably possible. • Parents or guardians who know or suspect that their child is being bullied, shall encourage their child to ask the bullying student(s) to stop or to seek help from any trusted teacher or staff member on campus. If this does not solve the situation, the parent/guardian should encourage his or her child to inform the homeroom teacher or advisor, and the parent/guardian shall do the same. Our school can only help you if you trust us with the problem and tell us what is happening.

Level 2—Check in with Target of Bullying and Notify Division Head • Teachers and staff members who suspect that a student is the target of bullying shall check in with the target and also separately with the bullying student(s) as soon as reasonably possible. If there appears to be a bullying situation, he or she shall notify the appropriate Division Head.

Level 3—Solution Team, Progressive Discipline, and Other Responses Our school takes a problem-solving approach to bullying. We have teachers and staff members trained as Solution Coaches to bring together a Solution Team of students. We may refer students who are entrenched in the role of bully or target to counseling or other forms of support and/or use progressive discipline pursuant to our school’s Discipline Policy of “caring justice.” • If a committee consisting of the Division Head, at least one Solution Coach, and involved teachers or staff deem that a Solution Team is appropriate, the Division Head will ask a Solution Coach to meet with the target and offer to convene a Solution Team to bring the bullying to an end. A Solution Team consists of about eight students and includes bullying students, bystanders, and students who are positive role models. The target is not part of the team. The Solution Coach records progress using a Solution Team Log and shall periodically report progress to the Division Head. • If progressive discipline is deemed appropriate by the Division Head, then the Division Head will meet separately with the target and the bullying student(s), and involve their parents and teachers, to communicate the consequences and action plan.

Level 4—Empathy-Building Action Plan If a Solution Coach and Division Head deem that a pattern of bullying or prejudice is apparent across an entire class or grade, the Solution Coach, Division Head, and other relevant school staff shall work closely with teachers to reinforce our social vision of Embracing Differences; Celebrating Community.

18 | CSB 2015–2016 Handbook Timeline for Complaints

Week One • The Division Head is notified of ongoing bullying. • When appropriate, the Solution Coach runs a Solution Team, or the administration may engage in the progressive discipline process. • Parents of involved students informed.

Week Two • Second meeting of Solution Team if this has been initiated. • Further progressive discipline or consequences issued when necessary.

Week Three • Third meeting of Solution Team if this has been initiated. • Target invited to attend this final Solution Team meeting. • Solution Coach notifies the Division Head and parents of outcome. • Solution Coach reinforces empathy-building plan for entire class or grade if needed.

If a student target or his parent/guardian does not believe that the school’s intervention has resolved the bullying, the student or his parent/guardian should inform the Division Head. If the student or parent/guardian is not satisfied with how the school has responded to a complaint of bullying, he or she may appeal in writing to the Headmaster. The Headmaster shall consider the appeal and decide whether the matter should be further considered by a committee consisting of the Headmaster, the Division Heads, the school’s Chaplain, and at least one Solution Coach.

Computer and Internet Use Students in the Lower School use computers and the Internet only under the direct supervision of teachers and staff. In the Upper School, boys have more freedom and responsibility in their technology use, including the option of using computers during free time.

User Guidelines: Cathedral School network users are expected to act in a responsible, ethical, and legal manner, in accordance with school rules. We expect our students to be honest, honorable, and to respect the rights of others; and we rely on our students to help others to do the same. Students are responsible for their actions; unacceptable use of technology resources will result in the suspension or revocation of computer privileges. All guidelines for student use of technology at Cathedral School also apply to our adult users.

In addition to the guidelines below, individual teachers or staff members may add additional guidelines pertaining to their own classroom or area of responsibility. • Academic work always takes precedence over non-academic use of any technological resource at Cathedral School. • Users may not use a false name under any circumstances. • Users may not give personal information of any kind, such as email addresses, telephone numbers, addresses, or the location of the user or any student.

CSB 2015–2016 handbook | 19 • Reference material gathered from the Internet for schoolwork must be cited and credited. • No last names of students may appear on web pages in reference to pictures, movies, or sound recordings. • No text, image, movie, or sound that contains pornography, profanity, or language that degrades others is allowed. • Chat rooms and instant messaging are not allowed. • Online games are not allowed. • Music files are not to be stored on the school server unless for academic use.

Some examples of unacceptable use of the network include: • Using the network for illegal activity, including violation of copyright or plagiarism. • Using the network for financial or commercial gain without express approval of school administration. • Harming equipment or system performance, or altering workstations or equipment in any way without permission. • Vandalizing the data or work of another user. • Gaining unauthorized access to restricted network areas or resources. • Invading the privacy of anyone. • Using any account owned by someone else. • Reposting personal communications (such as email) without the permission of the author. • Posting anonymous messages. • Intentionally visiting sites that contain pornography, profanity, or language that degrades others.

Email: Upper School students receive Cathedral School email accounts for academic correspondence with teachers or as instructed. The Cathedral School email account may not be used for student-to- student communication without teacher permission.

Family and Student Responsibilities: Every Cathedral School student and family has the responsibility to respect and protect the rights of every network user, both in our community and on the Internet at large. Because the Internet exposes students to a wide range of information and values, we urge fami- lies to engage in an ongoing dialogue with their boys to model thoughtful and responsible Internet use. Cathedral School community members are expected to act in a responsible, ethical, and legal manner when communicating electronically. In addition, no communication of a commercial, political, or finan- cial nature is permitted.

The Internet and Lower School Boys: Cathedral School does not recommend independent use of the Internet by Lower School students, whether at school or at home. Aside from the well-known problems of exposure to adult materials and to strangers, most sites are too advanced in terms of readability and content for Lower School boys, and many sites expose the boys to advertising that is misleading and developmentally inappropriate. It is important for parents to keep in mind that the Internet has been created primarily for adult use, no matter how attractive it may be to boys.

20 | CSB 2015–2016 Handbook Health and Safety Medical Forms: California State Law requires that children attending school be completely immu- nized against diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), tetanus, polio, measles, mumps, and rubella. All kindergarten students are required to have the Hepatitis B immunization. Before a boy’s admission to Cathedral School for Boys, medical certification of these immunizations must be on file, along with a physician’s report of physical examination.

Emergencies: The parent information form is submitted to the school each year. This ensures that, in the event of an emergency when the parents cannot be reached, current alternate contact information is available. It also provides the name of the family doctor. Any changes in this information during the school year must promptly be communicated to the school office.

Child Abuse: The school is obligated by law to report any suspected child abuse situations. It is Cathedral School’s policy to maintain the strictest confidentiality around any knowledge of such reports and especially around reports made by school employees.

Minor Injuries: School personnel will routinely treat minor cuts and bruises.

Medications: All medications, including over-the-counter, should be left at the school office with written directions as to dosage and times of administration. Boys should not take ANY medications with them to their classrooms, prescribed or over-the-counter. When sending medication for a boy, please do not send large bottles. Put the amount he needs in an envelope with your written instructions.

Communicable Diseases: A child who is unusually tired or shows symptoms of a cold should be kept at home. This may help prevent a longer absence and protect classmates if illness develops. When a boy has a contagious disease, it must be reported at once, and he should not return to school until the contagious period has passed. When a contagious disease occurs in a class, families of children thus exposed will be notified by the school. If the cause of absence is a fever, the school requires the student to have a normal temperature (less than 99 degrees Fahrenheit without medication) for 24 hours before he can return to school. When warranted, we may require a doctor’s note before returning to school.

Head lice are a common problem among school-age children. If a case of head lice is discovered, parents should immediately contact the school and check with their physician for recommended treatment. Upon return to school, your son will be checked for lice by a faculty or staff member, or a trained volunteer.

Notice of Excuse from Physical Education: Any boy who is to be excused for health reasons from physical education or other normally required activities must bring written notice of such excuse to the school office.

Absence of Parents: When parents are out of town, the school office should be informed who is in charge of the student. Written notice with this information should be delivered to the school before the parents leave.

CSB 2015–2016 handbook | 21 Disaster Preparedness In the event of fire, the school will be evacuated according to a well-rehearsed plan. Fire drills are regu- larly conducted under the supervision of the San Francisco Fire Department.

In the event of a severe earthquake, considerations of safety may require that boys remain at school for some time. They will be kept secure and comfortable until parents or an authorized adult can take them from the premises. No boy will be released on his own. School staff will be stationed at the Sacramento and Jones Street exits to direct parents or authorized adults to their son’s location. Classrooms are equipped for such an emergency with first-aid supplies, food, water, flashlights, and other necessary materials and tools.

In order to provide our families with an alert system in the event of an on-campus emergency, Cathedral School for Boys has partnered with Amerilert, a company that provides broadcast email and text messaging services. This system allows families to register mobile phones and email addresses to receive emergency alerts. Information on how to sign up for this service is emailed at the beginning of each school year.

Books and Supplies The school furnishes required textbooks in all grades. Boys are responsible for the books assigned to them and must return them, on request, in condition suitable for further use. Families will be billed for the cost of replacing lost or damaged books, including library materials. Certain special materials, such as crayons, newsprint, construction paper, and paints are supplied by the school.

All boys should have backpacks or durable bags or briefcases in which to carry books and papers between home and school. In grades four through eight, each boy should provide his own binder, note- book paper, pencil, pens, and erasers.

NOTE: All items of value (including personal electronics of any type), chewing gum, permanent markers, skateboards, scooters (except on transit days), or trading cards of any kind should NOT be brought to school. Cell phones should never be visible, on, or in use on campus, including before and after school during drop-off and pickup. All of the above are subject to confiscation.

E-readers are permitted for the explicit purpose of reading. Wi-Fi must be disabled on all e-readers and these devices are subject to inspection by faculty at any time. Lower School students will be asked to store e-readers in public places and these items will be confiscated if used in a manner that is not consis- tent with the school’s policies and standards. The school is not responsible for lost or stolen e-readers.

Homework In order to support skill-building, give practice with applying skills, and help secure understanding of the concepts covered in class, boys in fourth through eighth grade are routinely assigned work to be accom- plished on their own time at home. The duration and difficulty will vary, from 30-minute assignments in grade four, to as much as an hour and a half or more of nightly work in the upper grades. The main responsibility of parents in regards to homework is to ensure that their sons are provided a place and regular time for its accomplishment. Teachers will deal with the resultant product of the boy’s effort. If

22 | CSB 2015–2016 Handbook an Upper School student is absent, he can check the homework link on the Cathedral School website for homework assignments. However, students should not rely solely on the homework link to receive their homework assignments, but should also use the standard assignment notebook at school.

Drop-Off and Pickup Safety: In the transportation of boys in private cars to and from the school, consideration of safety must be constantly in every driver’s mind. Seat belts should always be used.

Kindergarten through eighth grade students should be dropped off in the morning and picked up in the afternoon at the Jones Street entrance to the school.

During drop-off and pickup: Your cooperation with the security officer is expected and appreciated. Drivers should stay in their cars and move as far forward in the white zone as possible. If your son is not at the white zone when you arrive and there is no room to wait, please drive around the block. In consideration of our neighbors, there is NO DOUBLE PARKING. You may not leave your car parked and unattended in the WHITE ZONE for any reason during arrival or dismissal times. Please carpool to help reduce Cathedral School’s carbon footprint.

Dismissal: Boys will not be dismissed to anyone other than their parents or their regular carpool drivers unless notice to the contrary is received from their home. Boys who are not picked up within ten minutes of dismissal time will be placed in daycare or study hall, regardless of age.

Boys may not be dismissed to a taxi or car service such as Uber without a parent/guardian present. Upper School boys may walk home or ride the bus; however, they may not leave campus unsupervised and then return to after-school programs or sports practices. Students may not visit Peet’s in the Cathedral or local corner markets such as Chicos without parental supervision.

Lunch and Snacks Hot lunch will be served daily in the Gresham Cafeteria. Kindergarten through second grade lunch is served at 11:20 a.m. and third through fifth grade lunch is served at 11:50 a.m. Sixth through eighth grade students are served lunch at 12:15 p.m. Boys will also be provided with a mid-morning snack. If your son prefers to bring in his own mid-morning snack, it should be healthy, light food such as fruit or crackers. Due to possible student allergies, the school has a no nut policy for all snacks and lunches.

Grace Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys Grace Cathedral has had a men’s choir since its founding as an institution in 1906, but it was not until 1913 that boys’ voices were added. The centuries-old Anglican tradition of a men and boys choir has since blossomed here, as one of a handful of such choirs in the United States. Currently, the Grace Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys is comprised of 12 choirmen and 24 choristers. The boys of the choir are students at Cathedral School for Boys. Students from Cathedral School audition for the choir begin- ning in the second grade and families can choose for their sons to join the choir if accepted. For more information about the choir, please contact Ben Bachmann, Choir Director, at (415) 749-6334 or Janis Yuen, Choir Guild President, at [email protected]. CSB 2015–2016 handbook | 23 Athletics Athletic Department Statement of Philosophy

Cathedral School for Boys Athletics values the development of an active body through physical expression and the belief that exercise facilitates both personal and intellectual growth. This program is designed to focus on the process of physical activity and athletic achievement, with the intent of encouraging all athletes to strive for their maximum potential, both as individuals and team members. The athletic department views practices and games as the opportunity for Cathedral School athletes to demonstrate their abilities, always try their best, never give up, and have fun while participating competitively. It is our expectation that all Cathedral School teams and individual members will demonstrate an understanding of competitive fairness, sportsman- ship, character, respect, accountability, dedication, teamwork, and cooperation. Continuing to strive for these attributes will provide each athlete with a positive experience that is both challenging and rewarding.

Athletic Department Coaching Philosophy

The coach is a teacher first, and the court/field is their classroom. The Cathedral School Athletic Department seeks to develop all student-athletes at their appropriate level. To meet this expectation, coaches will challenge student-athletes and provide positive reinforcement. Key points for the Athletic Department are: • Lead by example • Communicate with clarity • Demonstrate enthusiasm • Develop the athletic ability of all student-athletes

Team Membership

The Cathedral School Athletic Department maintains a no-cut policy. Cathedral School Athletics is committed to providing each student interested in competitive athletics the opportunity to participate on an athletic team. This commitment means that in some sports there will be more than one team per grade level. In sports for which there are more students trying out than can be accommodated on one team, the coaches will evaluate all players prior to the beginning of the season and then allocate student-athletes to teams on the basis of skill and experience level. Currently, the only exception to this policy is cross-country, for which space and schedule restrictions afford the opportunity for only one team. Cathedral School teams will generally begin practices after the completion of school with the exception of occasional morning practices before the school day starts. Because game days will vary, athletes and their parents should look carefully at their sport’s schedule before joining a team to ensure that they can make a total commitment to their team. Coaches should be notified of conflicts before the season begins.

24 | CSB 2015–2016 Handbook Team Placement

It is our goal in team placement to find opportunities not only for participation but, more importantly, for success. Placing each student at the level where he can contribute physically and gain positive feelings from his efforts is important to the coaching staff. Disappointments are inevitable when teams are selected. Coaches evaluate the athletic talent and physical development of individual students with considerable thought and sensitivity. During the assessment period, both athletic talent and potential improvement will be assessed. In making decisions regarding team placement, the following criteria will be considered: coachability, skill, aggressiveness, physical conditioning, knowledge of the game, past experience, and dedication. Hopefully, our student-athletes will learn the value of being on a team and the contribution each player must make. Team members have a responsibility to themselves, their teammates, and their coaches to learn their role on the team. Teamwork requires the development of many interpersonal skills such as listening, following directions, accepting constructive criticism, and supporting teammates and coaches. Student-athletes have an obligation to participate in practice sessions and games with full commitment and enthusiasm.

League Affiliations

The Cathedral School for Boys Athletic Department competes in three leagues, the Bay Area Interscholastic Athletic League (BAIAL), Catholic Youth Organization (CYO), and San Francisco Parish School Baseball League (SFPSBL).

Our most competitive teams are placed in the BAIAL. The purpose of the BAIAL is to develop in mind, body and spirit, student-athletes and school teams, who act with integrity and character, and compete with sportsmanship, purpose, and pride; and to safely and responsibly administer league contests with conscious respect for the games, teams, officials, and member schools.

If there are an excess number of Cathedral student-athletes for one BAIAL team, the remaining student- athletes will comprise a second and/or third team that will be placed in CYO. In CYO, emphasis is placed on participation. The goal of CYO is to promote the healthy growth and development of children. Emphasis is placed on understanding and attaining the essential skills and knowledge that students need to maintain a physically active and healthy lifestyle.

Bay Area Interscholastic Athletic League (BAIAL): www.baial.net

Catholic Youth Organization (CYO): www.athletics.cccyo.org

San Francisco Parish School Baseball League (SFPSBL): www.sfpsbl.org

CSB 2015–2016 handbook | 25 Team Sports

FALL WINTER SPRING Eighth Grade Cross Country (BAIAL) Basketball (BAIAL, CYO) Volleyball (BAIAL) Soccer (BAIAL, CYO) Golf* Golf* Golf* Baseball** (SFPSBL) Track*

Seventh Grade Cross Country (BAIAL) Basketball (BAIAL, CYO) Volleyball (BAIAL) Soccer (BAIAL, CYO) Golf* Golf* Golf* Baseball** (SFPSBL) Track**

Sixth Grade Cross Country (BAIAL) Basketball (BAIAL, CYO) Volleyball (BAIAL) Soccer (CYO) Track**

Fifth Grade Cross Country (BAIAL) Basketball (CYO) Track** Soccer (CYO)

*Sports offered as club teams with limited participation. These teams are not affiliated with a league. Please contact Athletic Director for further details. ** Sports offered.

Expectations of Student-Athletes

1. Meet Cathedral School academic standards and policies. Student-athletes not in compliance with these standards may be withdrawn from participation on Cathedral Athletic Teams. 2. Demonstrate a positive attitude. Keep emotions under control without losing enthusiasm. a. Try your best b. Never give up c. Have fun 3. Display positive forms of sportsmanship. 4. Avoid using profanity. 5. Respect the authority and judgment of teammates, coaches, administrators, and officials. 6. Attend all practices and games unless approved by Athletic Director and coach. 7. Finish every athletic season started. 8. A student-athlete must be present for the academic day no later than 12:30 p.m. in order to partici- pate in the day’s athletic event, unless approved by Athletic Director. 9. Two or more unexcused absences from games or practices may result in suspension or dismissal from the team. 10. Respect Cathedral School Athletics property. All Cathedral School Athletics equipment that is issued must be returned at the end of the season in good condition. Student-athletes will be charged for items lost or in poor condition.

26 | CSB 2015–2016 Handbook Expectations of Parents

1. Support our mission. 2. Set a model of positive behavior by exhibiting good sportsmanship to coaches, student-athletes, officials, and opponents. Cathedral School Athletics will not tolerate arguing with officials, coaches, opponents, or other parents. The inability to demonstrate proper sportsmanship will result in removal from current and, possibly, future events. 3. Notification of any illness or injuries. 4. Pick up child on time and/or have organized transportation for child from practices and games. a. For all events off-campus, parents are responsible for promptly picking child up from event location. 5. Support and encourage your child in conjunction with the Cathedral School athletic philosophy. 6. Resist coaching your child during game-play, instead provide positive reinforcement. 7. Attend games when possible. If you are unable to attend, remember to ask your child about his expe- rience. Start with questions like “How was the game?” or “Did you have fun?” as opposed to “Did you win or lose the game?” or “How many points did you score?” 8. Parents MUST NOT: a. Confront the coach before/after a practice b. Confront the coach before/after a game 9. Avoid discussing these topics with the coach: a. Team strategy b. Play calling c. Playing time d. Other student-athletes 10. If you have a concern, please express your concern at the appropriate time and follow these steps: • Prior to expressing concern about your child’s experience, have your son talk to the coach, one on one. • If this does not resolve the problem, the parent should call the coach or Athletic Director and request a return call or face-to-face meeting with the coach. • If the situation remains unresolved, the parent should set a meeting with the Athletic Director and coach.

Lower School Team Sports Outside of School

In keeping with the Cathedral School for Boys athletic department philosophy, we organize team sports from fifth grade onwards, and focus on daily physical education (P.E.) in Lower School. The purpose of this section is to recommend against younger students starting team sports outside of school—some boys will not be ready developmentally or have any interest until later. In kindergarten, for example, after-school activities at Cathedral School don’t start until January to give the boys time to transition to their new school and routine. Some Lower School children may become overwhelmed if they are asked to develop team skills after a tiring day at school. These boys may prefer to strengthen friend- ships with peers through small play dates at playgrounds or at home with plenty of opportunity for imaginative play.

CSB 2015–2016 handbook | 27 Our research supports the need for considering carefully if your child is ready for organized sports. For example, author Michael Thompson writes in It’s a Boy!: “There is a huge range of athletic ability in boys from five to seven, from the dazzlingly athletic to the uncoordinated and cautious. In the world of boys, a big split opens between boys who are ready, even impatient for organized sports, and those who wish to avoid them. When there was more neighborhood play, boys could move in and out of games, with the less talented gaining acceptance for simply filling out a team and making the game possible. With sports occupying more and more life of suburban children, a boy and his family are forced to confront a number of questions: Is he an athlete or not? Once he has made a commitment to a team, does he need to see it through? Does he have the emotional resilience to withstand the competitive intensity of other boys and the possibility of losing? Like it or not, boys are always defined by their athletic ability or lack of it. Because you can never be sure how boys will react to the competitive pressures, I tend to want to protect boys from competitive sports for as long as possible, unless you have a son who is literally dying to get into them and can handle them.”

However, we recognize that some families in Lower School will want to participate in team sports with their classmates so the Director of Athletics and Lower School Head have put together brief guidelines to help parents select and work with coaches for their children. Although practices and games happen outside of Cathedral School, what the boys learn about sports and the values instilled at this early age impacts their interactions both in their physical education classes and the classroom. We would like to help families find coaches who can develop the same philosophy of sportsmanship, teamwork, and skill- building that is developmentally appropriate.

There are benefits to joining a team with other Cathedral School families including the fact that the boys enjoy playing with their friends and the logistics are simpler (e.g., carpools). Typically, various parent volunteers by grade organize one or more teams by season and sport. Cathedral School has a no-cut policy—all students interested must have an opportunity to participate. Where the player roster is constrained, usually due to league restrictions, selection is first-come, first-served, no tryouts. If there are two or more teams for a class, the players must be balanced across both (e.g., no A and B team based on ability or enthusiasm). It is unhelpful to label children this early in their sporting career. The time comes fast enough for selection based on skills.

When choosing a coach, ensure that they have a positive approach in line with Cathedral School for Boys values. We encourage our students to always try their best, never give up, and have fun. We expect our teams to demonstrate sportsmanship, teamwork, and cooperation. The coaching team selected must provide positive reinforcement so that the boys learn to love the game. Key points to look for are coaches who: Lead by example (they have skills and sportsmanship), demonstrate enthusiasm (they love the game), communicate well (age-appropriate), and develop the athletic ability of all students. Parents can support the coaches by providing enthusiastic reinforcement from the sidelines (“good try” instead of “pass the ball to Jimmy now”), and asking “Did you have fun?”, rather than “Did you win?”, if they miss a game. Most coaches also offer financial aid to ensure that all children have an opportunity to participate.

As part of putting together guidelines to help parents select coaches for team sports outside of school, we surveyed Cathedral School parents. While recognizing that no coach is perfect, more than 100 parents highlighted exceptional coaches who have been a good fit for their families. Please contact the Lower School Head directly if you would like more information from the survey.

28 | CSB 2015–2016 Handbook Lastly, make sure the program selected is age-appropriate for your class—not all serious drills but with time for play. Winning is not the goal for five- to ten-year olds. Above all, make sure that the boys are safe and have fun!

Field Trips/Outdoor Education Many field trips take place throughout the school year. In grades four through eight, the boys partici- pate in the Outdoor Education programs, which consist of overnight excursions. Language students may participate in international trips in 7th or 8th grade. These trips are a privilege and not a right. The school maintains the prerogative to deny attendance if the student is not displaying positive behavior and attitude. Parents who drive are expected to supervise a small group of students and to participate in field trip activities with the class. Field trip guidelines are available from teachers. All volunteer drivers must turn in a completed driver volunteer form to the school at the beginning of each school year.

Parent-Teacher Conferences We have two formal conference days during the school year. Conference days are scheduled for parents to meet with teachers to discuss academic and social progress. Conferences are scheduled every 30 minutes, so please be prompt. Additional conferences may be scheduled throughout the year as the need arises by request of either the parents or teacher. These conference days are set aside to efficiently meet with parents to communicate your child’s progress. It is essential that these appointments are kept on the scheduled days, as they are difficult to reschedule.

Parent-School Communication During the course of the school year, some questions or concerns may arise and a parent may wish to contact someone at the school. If the issue pertains to the classroom, the parent should first contact the classroom teacher in the Lower School or the subject teacher and/or advisor in the Upper School. If you feel that your concerns were not met satisfactorily, you should then contact the Division Head and finally, the Headmaster. It is always important that communication between parent and teacher remain respectful of the cooperation that is essential for the best possible outcome for each child.

If concerns are related to larger issues within either the Upper or Lower School, parents or guard- ians can go directly to the Division Head. If concerns are more global, or address education in general, parents or guardians may then contact the Headmaster directly.

A positive and constructive working relationship between the school and a student’s parents is essen- tial to the fulfillment of the school’s mission. Therefore, the school reserves the right to discontinue enrollment or to decline re-enrollment of a student if the school concludes that the actions of a parent or guardian make such a positive and constructive relationship unduly difficult or otherwise seriously interfere with the school’s accomplishment of its educational purpose.

CSB 2015–2016 handbook | 29 Information From School/Messages From Home The school maintains a website that can be accessed at www.cathedralschool.net. Most information about the school and upcoming events are available to the public, but links to specific classroom pages, rosters, and other private information are accessible only to the Cathedral School community. These areas are accessed by logging in with a username and password that are provided by the school. If you have forgotten how to log in or need assistance with accessing information through the Cathedral School website, please contact the Development Office.

The Cathedral School Bulletin, the weekly school e-newsletter, is emailed every week to all current fami- lies and is also archived as a resource on the website during the school year. This weekly bulletin and other emails are an important way of keeping parents informed about school news, activities, special events, and other matters of interest. In addition, homeroom teachers in the Lower School provide regular updates about their classroom activities.

Parents are encouraged to call or email faculty or staff at any time. All Cathedral School faculty and staff members have email addresses and are expected to check their email regularly.

Emergency messages should be left with the front office for delivery to the classrooms. Similarly, parents who bring their son’s forgotten books or other materials to school should leave them at the front desk to be delivered at an appropriate time.

Telephones in the front office are not available for the boys’ use except in the case of illness, injury or other serious emergency, or if there is a change in the athletic schedule. Phone calls for any other reason must be approved by a teacher. Cell phones should not be in use during school hours.

Visiting the School Teachers may invite family members to visit for appropriate activities such as book readings or cultural presentations. Outside of this, parents/guardians may request a visit through the appropriate Division Head. Appointments for such visits should be no more than 45 minutes and arranged with the teacher in advance of the day of the visit. Upon entering the school for any reason, all parents, visitors, and volunteers must check in at the front desk to obtain an official name tag. First-time visitors must present a state-issued ID and be entered into our security system.

Birthdays Once a month during Lower School lunch, all kindergarten through fourth grade boys with birthdays during that month will gather in Gresham for a celebration where the entire Lower School will sing happy birthday to them. The Lower School will then enjoy a special treat prepared by Acre Gourmet.

Lower School boys with summer birthdays will have a similar celebration on a day in June.

30 | CSB 2015–2016 Handbook Invitations to home parties should not be distributed at school, and boys should not bring presents to school. To celebrate their birthdays, boys have an opportunity to purchase a book and donate it to the school library. Boys should not have parties after school unless the entire class is invited, and no carpools to parties should depart from school if the entire class is not going.

Lost Articles Lost and found is located on the fourth floor. Check this area regularly for lost items. The school does not publish lost-and-found notices. Articles that remain unclaimed are either sent to the Uniform Closet or donated to charity. Please label all of your son’s school items so that they may be easily reclaimed.

The Parents Association The involvement of families is essential to the success of Cathedral School for Boys. Every parent or guardian of an enrolled student is automatically a member of the Parents Association. This Association, through its elected Executive Committee, works closely with the Board of Trustees and the administration to help each family feel part of the school community and to support the school. The Association provides a means of communication and contact between the school and its families, contributes to the school’s operations through various fundraising activities, and supplies essential volunteer support for many activities including the library, hot lunch program, admission, the art department, Field Day, and Grandparents and Special Friends Day.

The Parents Association holds regular monthly meetings throughout the school year. All parents are welcome to attend. In September, there is a general meeting of the parent body on the first day of school to meet committee chairs and learn about events for the year. An annual meeting is held near the end of the school year to approve officers for the following year and announce the results of the fundraising activities.

The fundraising function of the Parents Association is vital to the school’s operations. The Board of Trustees has asked the PA to contribute an estimated two percent of the school’s operating budget for this year. Any additional funds raised can be used for the purchase of special designated gifts, which the school would not otherwise be able to afford. By supporting the school’s programs and teachers, the Parents Association benefits every boy and helps make Cathedral School for Boys the special place it is. We encourage each and every parent to attend a meeting and become involved. The Association’s major fundraising activities are described below.

Fall Bash: Plan to join us for this wonderful combination of good friends, food, drink, and music as we kick off the school year with this opportunity to socialize with friends and raise funds for the Parents Association. The Cathedral School Fall Bash (formerly known as CSB Uncorked) will be held on October 23, 2015.

Spring Gala/Auction: This year, the Parents Association Gala, its major fundraising event, is scheduled for March 5, 2016 with a theme of “Heroes”. Because the funds raised benefit all boys in the school, we ask that each family find some way to contribute to the overall success of this important event.

CSB 2015–2016 handbook | 31 Shopping for CSB: There are multiple opportunities to help contribute funds to Cathedral School while shopping online or making everyday purchases at participating stores. Grocery, credit, debit, and ATM cards may be registered at www.escrip.com.

From the school website (www.cathedralschool.net) follow the drop-down menu for Support CSB, Parents Association, then Shopping for CSB to find several options for online shopping that benefit Cathedral School. Links for OneCause, Lands’ End, and Amazon can be found here and the school will receive a percentage of your purchase whenever you use the links to begin shopping online.

Special Events and Activities All School Community Picnic: To be held in Golden Gate Park on Sunday, September 13, 2015. Families attend an all-school party, featuring an annual pie contest.

Back-to-School Nights: In the early fall, families have the opportunity to visit the school on a desig- nated evening in order to learn about each teacher’s program for the year and to gain information about the typical activities and expectations of each class. These “back-to-school nights”—one for the Lower School (September 15) and one for the Upper School (September 29)—are a valuable general introduc- tion to what parents may reasonably anticipate in their son’s year of maturation and learning.

Big Brother/Little Brother Program: Early in the fall, teachers of corresponding grades (kindergarten, fourth, and eighth; first and fifth; second and sixth; third and seventh) work carefully to arrange new big brother/little brother pairs, keeping in mind the unique personalities of each of their students to create complementary matches. Teachers plan their big brother/little brother activities, scheduling at least one activity per month and alternating between recreational events and academic projects.

Blessing of the Animals: On October 5, near the Feast of St. Francis, the school observes the Blessing of the Animals. Boys can bring a pet or stuffed animal to be blessed at a special chapel held on the Plaza of Grace Cathedral. Families are welcome to join. Details about the service will be emailed the week before the service.

Book Fair: The library will sponsor a book fair during the week of December 7, 2015. The fair supports literacy and furthers the library’s mission: Encouraging a lifelong love of reading and appreciation of literature.

Cathedral School Sunday: Each year, one Sunday is set aside to celebrate the special ministry of Cathedral School. Families, trustees, teachers, staff, and students take part in the liturgy in the Cathedral. The date of this year’s Cathedral School Sunday is Sunday, October 18, 2015.

Chapel: As an Episcopal school, Cathedral School includes within its ministry to boys the nourishment of both their minds and their spirits. All boys regularly participate in public worship in the Great Quire of the Cathedral as part of their life in the school community. All-school chapels are held on Mondays and Fridays. There is a separate chapel for Lower School on Wednesdays and one for Upper School on Tuesdays. Holy Eucharist is celebrated regularly in chapel, and boys in the fifth through eighth grades may receive Communion if they so desire. All chapels start at 8:25 a.m. Parents are encouraged and welcome to join in chapel services each Friday morning, which is a spirited Hymn Sing.

32 | CSB 2015–2016 Handbook Class Day: During the last week before graduation, the eighth grade class enjoys a special outing together, affording the boys an appropriate way to celebrate the end of the year and their hard work.

Community Perspectives: Community Perspectives are group gatherings for adults across all grade levels that are led by members of the Cathedral School faculty and staff. In these discussions, we hope to engage in ongoing conversations on a variety of topics and share the different perspectives and experiences that we all bring to Cathedral School as parents and educators. Community Perspectives take place in the evenings (dates to be announced throughout the year) and both childcare and dinner are provided. We encourage parents to attend at least one of these gatherings as they are wonderful opportunities to truly learn about and celebrate the diversity that exists within our community.

Education Evenings: Education Evenings take the form of invited guest speakers and media presenta- tions on a variety of topics intended to foster a stronger community and to promote community educa- tion. For each event, childcare is provided by the school. Information about upcoming topics for the 2015–2016 Education Evenings will be featured in the Cathedral School Bulletin.

Field Day: The school’s annual Field Day will be held on Tuesday, June 7, 2016, with most families in spirited attendance. All boys take part in various track and field events, ending with a tug-of-war between the Red and Gold teams of both the Upper and Lower Schools. The Parents Association is heavily involved in planning this event and each grade is responsible for helping to organize this end- of-year favorite. As all faculty & staff are engaged in Field Day events, parents must supervise their children or arrange for another adult to do so. There is no childcare available on this day

Fourth Grade Graduation: At the end of their fourth grade year, parents are welcome to attend a special Lower School chapel. There is a graduation ceremony to honor the fourth graders who will be entering fifth grade and moving to the Upper School in the fall. Each fourth grader receives a graduation certifi- cate and is honored.

Graduation: The eighth grade graduation in the Cathedral is an all-school event, and every class attends. In addition to the diplomas awarded to graduating boys, several prizes for academic work and good citizenship are presented. The Class of 2016 Graduation will be held on Thursday, June 9, 2016.

Grandparents & Special Friends Day: Each year boys may invite up to four guests to join them for a special morning at school. This day offers an enjoyable opportunity for our boys to enhance these meaningful relationships in their lives. We are fortunate to have many visitors who join us on this day each year. Because we have such a wonderful turnout, we are unable to invite parents or guardians to this event. Parents are encouraged to be a part of this day by volunteering. This year’s Grandparents and Special Friends Day will be on Tuesday, November 24, 2015.

Halloween: To celebrate Halloween, the school has an informal parade after lunch. This year’s parade will take place on Friday, October 30, 2015. Boys bring their costumes to school and change after lunch. Parents may greet and say goodbye to their sons after the parade. Classroom parties for the boys (not including parents) take place after the parade. Please leave all toy weapons (swords, light sabers, etc.) and Halloween candy at home.

CSB 2015–2016 handbook | 33 Intersession: During Intersession, Upper School boys participate in activities beyond the usual course of study. Fifth and sixth graders remain on campus and participate in classes such as Human Development, Drug & Alcohol Education, Rollercoaster Physics, and/or Drama Rehearsal. Seventh and eighth graders travel off-campus for week-long classes such as Courts & Law, From Farm to Table, and Arc Welding. This is also the time when international trips take place for foreign language classes.

Lessons And Carols: Before leaving for Christmas break, the entire school gathers in the Cathedral for a service of Lessons and Carols (December 17). At this service, perhaps more than at any other, the musical tradition of Cathedral School is joyously evident. All classes participate in the music of Christmas, and boys bring special presents to the service which are distributed to children at an agency in the Bay Area.

Move-Up Day: The day before eighth grade graduation, there is an all-school chapel where each class moves up to their new seats in chapel. After chapel, while the eighth grade practices for graduation, boys in kindergarten through seventh grade visit the classrooms they will enter in the fall.

Service Learning: All boys take part in the service learning program in an age-appropriate manner. As boys move through the school, they take part in increasingly demanding service learning programs including visits to a variety of service agencies throughout the city. It is our objective that our boys become aware of the needs of society in the broadest sense and also take some part in meeting specific human needs.

All students participate in the annual Boys for Bayview Mission program, an exciting partnership between Cathedral School and the Bayview Mission, a ministry of Grace Cathedral serving the Bayview community in San Francisco. The center of the relationship is the Bags for Bayview Mission holiday event, where the boys—paired as big/little brothers—pack holiday bags with essential household items, as well as a few surprises, to help families through the holiday season and to keep the holiday spirit alive. This event is made all the more meaningful by the fact that the boys participate in a fundraiser beforehand to raise the funds used to purchase the supplies for these bags. There are also additional events and opportunities for collaboration throughout the year, such as drives for summer camp supplies and visits by Cathedral School boys to the Bayview Mission to work on special projects.

Speaker Parent Education And Knowledge (SPEAK): SPEAK is a coalition of San Francisco kinder- garten through eighth grade schools that have joined together to enhance parent education by inviting renowned writers, lecturers, and experts to address a variety of issues in venues throughout the city during the school year. Upcoming SPEAK events will be publicized through the Cathedral School Bulletin and online school calendar.

Sports Banquet: Each spring the Athletic Department joins together with the PA to honor Cathedral School athletes. This is a dinner for all Upper School Cathedral School athletes and their parents. All teams, team parents, and coaches are recognized during the dinner. This year’s banquet will be in May.

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