2021-22 Parent/Student Handbook
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2021-22 Parent/Student Handbook Dear Parents, For three decades Presbyterian School has cultivated confidence for a generation of critical and creative thinkers. Each and every day, members of our community are guided by the values set forth in this Handbook, focused on the deep and abiding love and respect we have for God, for His creation, and for one another. “Family, School, and Church united in the education and support of each Child” are central words in the active life of our school. Indeed, as you walk our halls and talk to members of our community, we hope you will see that these words rise above mere rhetoric as they take root in our lives and in our relationships with each other. The contents of this Handbook should serve as a compass by which we all chart a yearly course to live, learn, play, and grow together in a safe and stimulating school environment. The core values and essential agreements described in these pages are the guiding principles that help us to encourage and nurture not only our students, but all members of our community and, ultimately, our world. Presbyterian School has staked its reputation on a fierce commitment to its mission and philosophy. Each day charismatic adults among us teach our students to think critically, communicate effectively, and develop their own strengths and talents. We do all of this anchored in the firm belief that by building a community of trust, we can support our young men and women as they begin to “stand up for what they believe and take risks throughout their lives.” We look forward to working with each and every one of you as we embrace and foster the important mission of our school. Together, we can help our students be prepared to meet the challenges of a changing world with humility, independence, and faith. Dr. Mark Carleton Head of School PURPOSE OF HANDBOOK 6 SCHOOL HISTORY AND MISSION 7 HISTORY ........................................................................................................................................................ 7 MISSION ........................................................................................................................................................ 7 ALL SCHOOL POLICIES AND GUIDELINES 9 ADMINISTRATION ......................................................................................................................................... 9 ADMISSION .................................................................................................................................................... 9 ALLERGENS AT SCHOOL .............................................................................................................................. 9 ATTENDANCE ................................................................................................................................................ 9 AUXILIARY PROGRAMS................................................................................................................................ 9 BEHAVIOR ................................................................................................................................................... 10 BOARD OF TRUSTEES ................................................................................................................................. 10 BOOKS AND SUPPLIES ................................................................................................................................ 10 CARPOOL, PARKING AND TRAFFIC ........................................................................................................... 11 CELL PHONES AND ELECTRONIC DEVICES .............................................................................................. 12 CHILD ABUSE AND COOPERATION WITH GOVERNMENTAL AUTHORITIES ........................................... 12 CHILD ABUSE REPORTING ......................................................................................................................... 13 CHILD SAFETY ............................................................................................................................................ 14 COMMUNICABLE DISEASES AND STUDENT ILLNESS ................................................................................ 14 COMMUNICATION ....................................................................................................................................... 15 CONTACTING TEACHERS ........................................................................................................................... 16 COUNSELING AND SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL LEARNING ................................................................................ 16 COVID RISK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT ......................................................................................................... 17 DRUG- AND ALCOHOL-FREE CAMPUS ...................................................................................................... 17 ELEVATOR USE ........................................................................................................................................... 17 EMERGENCY CLOSING OF SCHOOL .......................................................................................................... 18 FAMILY MATTERS ...................................................................................................................................... 18 FAMILY-SCHOOL COOPERATION .............................................................................................................. 18 FIELD TRIPS ................................................................................................................................................ 18 FINANCIAL AID ........................................................................................................................................... 19 GIFT GIVING ............................................................................................................................................... 19 HEALTH INFORMATION ............................................................................................................................. 19 HEALTH INFORMATION SHARING ............................................................................................................. 21 INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ........................................................................................................................ 22 INVESTIGATIONS......................................................................................................................................... 22 LIBRARY MATERIALS ................................................................................................................................ 22 LOST AND FOUND ....................................................................................................................................... 22 MEDICAL EXCUSES FROM PHYSICAL EDUCATION CLASS ...................................................................... 22 NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY ................................................................................................................... 23 ONLINE LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS AND CHILDREN’S ONLINE PRIVACY PROTECTION ACT INFORMATION ............................................................................................................................................. 23 OUT-OF-SCHOOL CONDUCT ...................................................................................................................... 24 PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES ............................................................................................................ 24 PARENT VOLUNTEER COUNCIL................................................................................................................. 24 PARTY/SOCIAL INVITATIONS .................................................................................................................... 25 PERSONAL BELONGINGS ............................................................................................................................ 25 PET POLICY................................................................................................................................................. 25 PHILANTHROPY OFFICE ............................................................................................................................ 25 PHOTOS, IMAGES AND RECORDING .......................................................................................................... 25 PLAYGROUND GUIDELINES........................................................................................................................ 26 POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION ....................................................................... 26 PRAYER ....................................................................................................................................................... 27 RE-ENROLLMENT CONTRACTS AND HOLDS ............................................................................................. 27 REPORTING OF INFRACTIONS TO SCHOOLS ............................................................................................. 27 RESPONSIBLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY ........................................................................................................ 27 SCHOOL CLOSURE OR MODIFICATIONS DUE TO A FORCE MAJEURE EVENT ....................................... 27 SCHOOL CORE VALUES.............................................................................................................................