SAINT FRANCES ACADEMY Scholar & Parent Handbook 2020 – 2021

Deacon B. Curtis Turner, Ed.D., President Kirk P. Gaddy, Ed.D., Principal (In Memoriam)

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“Perhaps the most valuable result of all education is the ability to make yourself do the thing you have to do when it has to be done, whether you like it or not” – Aldous Huxley

2 Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) FOREWARD This handbook is intended to be used as a quick reference for scholars, parents, and staff as a guide to the rules, regulations, and general information regarding Saint Frances Academy. Each scholar is responsible for becoming familiar with the handbook and knowing the information contained within. Parents are encouraged to use this handbook as a resource to assist their child(ren) in following the rules contained in this handbook. Although the information found in this handbook is detailed and specific on many topics, the handbook is not intended to be all-encompassing so as to cover every situation and circumstance that may arise during any school day or school year. This handbook does not create a “contract.” The school leadership reserves the right to make decisions and rule revisions at any time to implement the educational program and to assure the well-being of all scholars. The school leadership will be responsible for implementing and interpreting the rules contained in the handbook. Should a situation or circumstance arise that is not specifically covered in this handbook, the school leadership will make a decision based on all applicable policies, municipal, state, and federal statutes and regulations. Saint Frances Academy, Inc. is owned and operated by the Oblate Sisters of Providence and as such, the ultimate responsibility for the overall operation of the school rests with its Board of Directors. BOARD OF DIRECTORS John Phelps (Board Chair) Kayode Aje Sr. Annette Beecham, OSP Kara Bowman Msgr. Richard Bozzelli, J.D. Sr. Brenda Cherry, OSP Vince Connelly Wendy Griswold Divesh Gupta, J.D. Chris Keehner Daniel McIntyre, J.D. Kim Miller Amy Poggi Jon Price Sr. Rita Michelle Proctor, OSP (Superior General) Jasmine Robinson Sr. John Francis Schilling, OSP (President Emeritus) Deacon Paul Shelton, J.D. Deacon Curtis Turner, Ed.D. (Principal) John Walsh Barry Williams

SCHOOL LEADERSHIP Deacon B. Curtis Turner, Ed.D., President Melissa D’Adamo, Vice President, Advancement

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WELCOME TO THE 2020 – 2021 SCHOOL YEAR

Dear Saint Frances Parent/Guardian, God has entrusted your sons and daughters to the care of your home and the care of this school. This quote from the Book of Proverbs gives us both a clear understanding of this responsibility and how to carry it out. However, as parents and guardians, you must be fully invested in the mission of Saint Frances Academy and all the guidelines that have been put in place by the school to ensure the success of that mission. In other words, it is the philosophy of Saint Frances Academy that the education of our young people is a partnership between the school and the home. As your Principal, I ask that you review the school's policies to ensure that you fully understand them in order that your child may abide by them. Furthermore, I ask that you support all of our efforts to "train up your child" in the finest traditions of Catholic education. Thank you for sending your child to Saint Frances Academy and I look forward to being of service to you as we work together to prepare our scholars mentally and spiritually for the future. In God's Providence, Deacon B. Curtis Turner, Ed.D. President

4 Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWARD ______3 Board of Directors ...... 3 School Leadership ...... 3 Welcome to the 2020 – 2021 School Year ...... 4 MISSION ______8 PHILOSOPHY & BELIEFS ______8 OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES ______8 Faith. Scholarship. Opportunity. Character...... 8 OUR HISTORY ______8 Important Dates in the History of Saint Frances Academy ...... 9 Coat of Arms ...... 9 Statement of Non-Discrimination ...... 10 DRESS / UNIFORM CODE ______10 General ...... 10 Boys ...... 10 Girls ...... 11 Attire for Special Class Events ...... 11 DRESS DOWN DAY ...... 12 ATTENDANCE ______12 Tardiness/Lateness ...... 12 Absences ...... 12 Early Dismissal ...... 12 Inclement Weather ...... 12 2 HOUR DELAYED OPENING ...... 12 EMERGENCY CLOSINGS...... 13 Bell Schedules ...... 13 ACADEMICS & GRADE REPORTING ______14 Grading Policy ...... 14 GPA Calculation ...... 14 Honor Roll ...... 14 Schedule Changes ...... 14 Service In God’s Name Requirements ...... 14 Credits ...... 15 CREDIT FOR HIGH SCHOOL COURSES TAKEN IN MIDDLE SCHOOL ...... 15 CREDIT RECOVERY ...... 15 Graduation Requirements ...... 15 SPECIAL CONSIDERATION ...... 16 Eligibility for Extracurricular Activities ...... 16 Homework Policy ...... 18 Bulletin Board Usage ...... 18 Academic Honesty ...... 18 CONSEQUENCES FOR ACADEMIC DISHONESTY ...... 19 SAT / ACT Test ...... 19 Midterm & Final Exams ...... 19 Report Cards & Progress Reports ...... 19 Mother Mary Lange Chapter of the National Honor Society ...... 19

Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) 5 Using PowerSchool Student Information System ...... 20 TO LOG ON ...... 20 NAVIGATION: ...... 20 SCHOLAR CODE OF CONDUCT ______21 Disciplinary Consequences – Minor/Mid-Level Infractions ...... 21 Disciplinary Consequences – Major Level Infractions ...... 21 Scholar Success Center (SSC) ...... 22 Disciplinary Review Hearing ...... 22 Policy on Harassment ...... 22 Gang Policy ...... 23 Trespassing ...... 23 Weapons ...... 24 Theft ...... 24 ACADEMIC SUPPORT ______24 Make-Up Assignments ...... 24 Release of Information ...... 24 Academic Reclassification Guidelines ...... 24 FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES ______25 Tuition Management ...... 25 Financial Aid ...... 25 Payment Options ...... 26 Tuition Payment in Default ...... 26 Withdrawal ...... 26 Dismissal ...... 27 Family Partnership Program ...... 27 TECHNOLOGY ______27 Technology Usage Policy ...... 27 Devices & Textbooks ...... 28 SCHOOL CULTURE ______28 Building Pride ...... 28 Cafeteria ...... 28 Change of Address & Contact Information ...... 28 Drop-off & Pick-Up ...... 28 Dropping off items ...... 29 Electronics ...... 29 Emergency Procedures ...... 29 Food Service / Cafeteria ...... 29 Lockers ...... 29 Parent Involvement ...... 29 Parking & Transportation ...... 30 Passes ...... 30 Photo/Video Release Policy ...... 30 Pregnancy Code ...... 30 Restrooms ...... 30 School Dances ...... 30 School Safety ...... 31 School Textline ...... 31 Stairwells ...... 31 Telephone / Mobile Phone Policy ...... 31

6 Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) Visitors ...... 31 COPPIN CLINIC AT SAINT FRANCES ACADEMY ______32 Services Provided By School-Based Health Center Staff ...... 32 Participation In Health Clinic ...... 32 Immunizations ...... 32 Medications ...... 32 24-Hour Service ...... 32 Information For Parents ...... 32 Elevator Use ...... 33 The Mother Mary of Good Counsel (PastorAl) Counseling Center ...... 33 WHAT IS COUNSELING? ...... 33 SERVING SCHOLARS, STAFF AND FAMILIES...... 33 ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT ______34 Philosophy of the Athletic Department ...... 34 Sports Teams and Head Coaches ...... 34 FALL SPORTS ...... 34 WINTER SPORTS ...... 34 SPRING SPORTS ...... 34 Athletic Ambassadors ...... 34 Winning Formula ...... 35 Sportsmanship ...... 35 NCAA Eligibility ...... 35

Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) 7 MISSION The mission of the Oblate Sisters of Providence and, therefore, Saint Frances Academy is to provide, in an atmosphere of faith, a holistic and relevant educational program that gives its scholars a sense of their dignity and self-worth. The Oblate Sisters of Providence, along with the faculty and staff, strive to instill the spirit of Mother Lange in scholars by teaching them to recognize, develop, and affirm their God-given potential.

PHILOSOPHY & BELIEFS Through its dignity and uniqueness, Saint Frances Academy continues the legacy of Mother Mary Elizabeth Lange, its foundress. With faith in God’s Providence, Saint Frances Academy provides the immediate neighborhood and the Baltimore area with relevant educational programs which give all members a sense of their cultural heritage and giftedness by helping scholars and members of the surrounding community, particularly the poor and the neglected, to recognize, develop and live as respectful, responsible, and just members of God’s human family. • Saint Frances Academy will prepare scholars, including those with difficult circumstances, for academic and professional success in a nurturing and loving environment. • Saint Frances Academy will prepare scholars to think and behave as responsible and just members of God’s family. • Saint Frances Academy will strive to be a place of refuge, hope, and salvation by maintaining a community of love, support, and discipline while working to instill in its members a sense of mutual respect and responsibility.

OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES FAITH. SCHOLARSHIP. OPPORTUNITY. CHARACTER.

OUR HISTORY “Opening doors of opportunity since 1828” Saint Frances Academy was founded in the state of Maryland in 1828, thirty-five years before President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation. Mother Mary Elizabeth Lange (1784-1882) established the school to provide a “Christian education to colored children.” In 1829 Elizabeth Lange, the daughter of Haitians, along with three other women of color, founded the Oblate Sisters of Providence. It is the oldest African American religious community of Sisters in the Catholic Church. Through the decades, the Oblate Sisters of Providence have overcome the obstacles of slavery, racism, and sexism to provide opportunity and hope to children of Baltimore. The original school was located on Richmond Street. After the Civil War, the enrollment grew too large for the building. As a result, Saint Frances Academy moved to its current location on Chase Street in 1870. It served as a convent and Motherhouse for the Oblate Sisters, as well as a school for young women, some of whom were boarders. The room where Mother Lange lived and died (1882) is currently preserved in memory of her work. Eventually, the Oblate Sisters moved their Motherhouse to its present location, Mount Providence, in Catonsville. In June of 1974, Saint Frances Academy closed as an all-girls boarding and day school. The school reopened in September of the same year as a co-educational institution, then named Saint Frances-Charles Hall High School,

8 Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) and became part of the Father Charles Hall cluster. In 1978, renovations to the building were completed, with the school’s living space converted into classrooms and the Oblate Sisters moved their convent to Brentwood Avenue. During the summer of 1991, the Father Charles Hall cluster was reorganized, and the high school resumed its independent status as Saint Frances Academy. Saint Frances is the oldest continuously operating, predominantly African American Catholic High School in the United States. Since 1828, the institution has empowered youth with an ability to overcome obstacles in the face of hopelessness. What was true in Mother Lange’s time is still true today.

IMPORTANT DATES IN THE HISTORY OF SAINT FRANCES ACADEMY • 1813 – Mother Mary Elizabeth Lange arrives in Baltimore and settles in the Fells Point area of the city • June 12, 1828 – Saint Frances Academy established by Mother Mary Elizabeth Lange • July 2, 1829 – Mother Mary Elizabeth Lange co-founded the Oblate Sisters of Providence, the first successful Roman Catholic sisterhood in the world established by women of African descent, with Madeleine Balas, Rosine Boegue, and Therese Marie Duchemin • 1829 – Saint Frances Academy was located at 610 George Street and then 48 Richmond Street • 1871 – Saint Frances Academy moved to its current location at 501 East Chase Street • February 3, 1882 – Mother Mary Elizabeth Lange was called home to God • 1974 – Saint Frances Academy becomes co-educational

COAT OF ARMS Motto: We can, we will, we must! School colors: Blue and white Athletic colors: Black and gold Mascot: Panther Four Pillars: Faith, Scholarship, Opportunity, & Character The Circle represents wholeness and continuity. The Circle is unbroken and reminds us of God’s continuing and unfailing love for us. 1828 is the year Saint Frances Academy was established in Baltimore, Maryland by Mother Mary Elizabeth Lange. The Shield within the Circle is the same shield found in the Coat of Arms for the Oblate Sisters of Providence; the school is one of the ministries of the Oblate Sisters of Providence. The Wingspan of a Dove at the top of the Shield represents the Holy Spirit who enlightens our minds and hearts. The Fleur-de-lis, the lily, positioned on the upper part of the cross, which recalls God’s Providence and cares for us as well as Mother Lange’s French heritage. The Heart represents the love that is shared within the Saint Frances Academy family. The Anchor forms the base of the cross. It depicts the hope that we have for the scholars of Saint Frances Academy and the stability we strive to provide for our scholars despite the many difficulties they face.

Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) 9 The Cross speaks of the difficulties that must be overcome before we reach our final reward. It reminds us of the cross of Christ, our salvation, which is an integral part of our Catholic Faith.

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION Saint Frances Academy does not discriminate based on sex, race, color, national origin, religious preference, and disability and/or handicap in any educational programs or activities.

DRESS / UNIFORM CODE St. Frances Academy is dedicated to maintaining a healthy and productive learning environment. Scholar dress should conform to standards of decency, safety, modesty, and cleanliness without being distracting. The dress code is designed to provide an optimum learning environment for a college preparatory school. Scholars are required to wear uniforms. The uniforms are a part of building the school culture and expectations for readiness to learn. Scholars must arrive at school properly dressed and observe the dress code until the end of the school day. Scholars who are in violation will receive disciplinary consequences. Scholars are allowed multiple opportunities to ensure two (2) excused daily uniform passes per year. The scholar must see an administrator before the school day begins. Consequences will be applied after the two excuses are used. If a scholar needs an extended uniform pass for a medical (or financial) reason, the scholar must speak with the Assistant Principal. All uniforms must be purchased from Flynn & O’Hara Uniform Company – FlynnOHara.com Phone: (800) 441-4122 | Fax: (215) 637-6392 GENERAL • Hair – Hair should be neat, clean, combed, and kept in good taste. No pictures, words, or designs are to be cut or painted in the hair. Scholars are to refrain from excessive hair coloring or glitter. Hair grooming should not take place during school hours. No hats, headbands, or bandanas are to be worn in the school building. • Jewelry – Freshmen and sophomores are only allowed to wear one watch, one-ring, and one pair of post earrings not larger than the size of the ear lobe. Juniors and seniors may wear one pair of small hoop earrings, not larger than a quarter, one bracelet, one ring other than the school ring, and one watch. No jewelry resembling drugs or drug paraphernalia, bullets, guns, or spikes, or weapons of any kind are to be worn. • Blazers – Blue School Blazers with the school emblem is required for all scholars in all grades. • Belt – All scholars that wear pants must have a black dress belt daily. • Make-up – Males, freshmen, and sophomore female scholars may not wear make-up. Junior and senior female scholars may wear modest makeup and eyelashes at natural length. Excessive use or loud colors and long or extra-long lashes are not appropriate • No other clothing, such as sweatshirts and sweatpants may be worn over the uniform unless permitted by administration. BOYS • Shirt – A white, long or short sleeve dress shirt with a necktie is permitted. Shirts are to be neatly pressed. Only a white plain short-sleeved T-shirt is permitted as an undershirt. It is inappropriate to wear a turtleneck shirt over or under the dress shirt. Shirttails must be tucked in pants at all times. The

10 Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) SFA Polo shirt may be worn. The white knit polo shirt is to be worn without a tie. Only short or long sleeve shirts may be worn. Scholars are not allowed to roll up sleeves. • Pants – the Flynn & O'Hara navy blue pants are the only acceptable pants. They should fit appropriately, be hemmed properly, and worn at the waist with a black dress belt with a small buckle. o No Cargo Pants (pockets on the sides) • Ties – Ties are to be conventional length and width, appropriate for professional wear, with conservative patterns. Ties with cartoons or printed messages that are obnoxious or in poor taste are prohibited. Ties are to be appropriately affixed at the neck with the shirt buttoned. Bow ties are acceptable as well. • Footwear o Shoes. All scholars, regardless of shoe size, will be required to wear black dress shoes. Irrespective of name brand, boots, and casual footwear are unacceptable, e.g., all forms of UGGs. o Socks. White, black, or navy blue socks are permitted. Socks are always required. • Sweater/Blazer – Only the navy blue school sweaters or blue blazer with the imprinted school name, as sold by Flynn & O'Hara, is permitted. No other outerwear is to be worn. GIRLS • Shirt – A white opaque tailored uniform blouse that has long or short sleeves with Oxford style pointed collar must be worn. Only a plain, white, short-sleeved T-shirt is permitted as an undershirt. Blouses are to be pressed, fastened to the first button at the neck, and worn with the shirttails inside skirts and slacks. SFA Polo shirt may also be worn. Only short or long sleeve shirts may be worn. Scholars are not allowed to roll up sleeves. • Pants – The Flynn & O'Hara navy blue pants are the only acceptable pants. They should fit appropriately, be hemmed properly, and worn at the waist with a black dress belt with a small buckle. o No Cargo Pants (pockets on the sides) • Skirts – The regulation navy and gray pleated skirt is the only acceptable skirt. The skirt must be no more than 2 inches above the knee all the way around. • Footwear o Shoes. Black, low-heeled dress shoes. Irrespective of name brand, boots, and casual footwear are unacceptable, e.g., all forms of UGGs. o Socks. Navy blue, black or white knee-high socks or tights must be worn. • Sweater/Blazer – Only the navy-blue school sweaters or blue blazer with the imprinted school name, as sold by Flynn & O'Hara, is permitted. No other outerwear is to be worn. ATTIRE FOR SPECIAL CLASS EVENTS Attire for Special Class Events such as Freshmen Commitment Ceremony, Sophomore Pinning, Junior Ring Mass, Senior Inauguration, Senior Farewell, etc. is as follows: No jeans or tennis shoes of any kind, and no T-shirts, shorts or leggings. Scholars should be dressed in business attire with nothing too short, too tight, or too revealing. For young ladies, Jackets must be worn with sleeveless and/or strapless shirts/blouses. The school’s adminiistration has the final decision regarding appropriate attire. Scholars dressed inappropriately will not be allowed to participate in the event.

Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) 11 Dress Down Day On “dress down days,” scholars are not permitted to wear flip flops, pajama bottoms, sweatpants, T-shirts with inappropriate writing or graphics, tank tops, halter tops, spandex, stretch pants/yoga pants, “short” shorts or skirts, or any other revealing/inappropriate clothing.

ATTENDANCE Scholars are required to be in attendance each school day. Understanding that participation in the classroom is a vital aspect of a scholar’s academic performance, it is the parent’s responsibility to ensure their scholar(s) attend(s) school. Regular attendance in school is essential to academic success. Excessive absences for reasons other than illness and/or family emergencies disrupt the flow of curriculum and make it difficult for the scholar to attain the required skills. Scholars who miss class because of an activity are responsible for any classwork and/or homework missed and should request assignments ahead of time. TARDINESS/LATENESS Each scholar is granted five (5) “free” tardies (i.e., latenesses) per semester. This includes late arrivals to school and/or class during the day. When a scholar exceeds five (5) tardies per semester, they are subject to disciplinary action. Scholars are not to be admitted to class without a pass. ABSENCES Scholars have ten (10) absences per semester. Upon the first day of return, the scholar must present proper documentation, with a parent’s note, to the office. When a scholar has more than ten (10) absences during a semester or twenty (20) or more absences during a year, the school reserves the right to impose disciplinary action and/or record a failing grade. EARLY DISMISSAL Parents/Guardians are requested to make business and medical appointments after school or on school holidays. In cases where a scholar must leave school early, a written request from a parent/guardian stating the reason must be given to the office before 8:30 am. Excused early dismissals: • Doctor’s appointment with physician verification • Serious injury or illness of a family member with physician verification • Court date with verification • Home emergency with documentation When leaving school, scholars must sign out at the office. If returning, they must sign back in. Scholars leaving for a medical appointment or court must present appropriate documentation upon their return. Scholars whose parents/guardians do not present written verification of early dismissal are marked as truant. Truancy can result in disciplinary action. INCLEMENT WEATHER 2 Hour Delayed Opening If there’s a two-hour delay in opening scholars are expected to arrive on-time, in uniform, and ready to participate in the academic exercises for the day. We follow decisions of Baltimore County Public Schools for weather-related delays. Note: Saint Frances Academy will not be mentioned on the news. It will solely mention Baltimore County Public Schools. The decision to delay the opening of schools by two hours may be made for the following reasons: • Travel conditions are potentially unsafe in the early morning but are expected to improve during the day

12 Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) • Acceptable travel conditions exist in the early morning, but weather forecasts predicting that worsening travel conditions are imminent • The decision to close the Academy after previously announcing a two-hour delay will be announced via news media

Emergency Closings SFA follows Baltimore County Public Schools for weather-related closures. Announcements will be made on local Baltimore TV/Radio Stations. Note: Saint Frances Academy will not be mentioned on the news. It will solely mention Baltimore County Public Schools.

• One-hour late opening: school begins at 9:00 AM • Two-hour late opening: school begins at 10:00 AM BELL SCHEDULES One-Hour Alternate No. 1 Two-Hour Morning Regular Delay Alternate No. 2 Special Events (Tue Schedule) Delay Assembly 1 50 min class 45 min class 40 min class 35 min class 45 min class 35 min class 40 min class (A/F 30 min)

Homeroom Homeroom Chapel Chapel Homeroom A A

8:00-8:15 8:00-8:15 9:00 – 9:10 10:00 – 10:10 8:00-8:15 A 8:00-8:35 8:00-8:30

A A A A A 8:00-8:40 Homeroom Homeroom

8:20 –9:10 8:20-– 9:05 9:15 - 9:45 10:15 – 10:50 8:20 – 9:00 8:40-8:50 8:35-9:05 B B B B 8:45 – 9:25 B 9:10-9:40 9:15–10:05 9:05-9:45 Homeroom 8:55-9:30 B B B 9:25-9:40 9:10 – 9:55 9:50 – 10:35 10:55 – 11:30 Mentor/ Class Assembly F F Meetings 9:45-11:00 9:35-10:110 9:45-10:15 9:50 – 10:40 C C C C C C C C 10:10– 11:00 10:00 – 10:45 10:40 - 11:25 11:35 – 12:10 10:45 - 11:25 11:05-11:45 10:15-10:50 10:20-10:50

D D D D D D D D 11:05-11:55 10:50 – 11:35 11:30 – 12:15 12:15 – 12:50 11:30 - 12:10 11:50-12:30 10:55-11:35 10:55-11:25

E E E E E E E E 12:00-12:50 11:40 – 12:25 12:20 - 1:05 12:55 - 1:30 12:15 - 12:55 12:35-1:15 11:40-12:15 11:30-12:00

F F F F F F G G 12:55 – 1:45 12:30 – 1:15 1:10 - 1:55 1:35 – 2:10 1:00 - 1:40 1:20-2:00 12:20-12:55 12:05-12:35

Homeroom G G G G G G 1:00-1:15 1:50-2:40 1:20– 2:05 2:00 - 2:45 2:15 - 2:50 1:45 - 2:25 2:05- 2:45 Assembly Chapel/ 1:20-2:45 Homeroom TBD Chapel/ Chapel/ Chapel/ Chapel/ Chapel/ Chapel Chapel Homeroom Homeroom Homeroom Homeroom Homeroom 2:50 - 3:00 2:55 - 3:00 2:45 -3:00 2:10-2:30 2:30 -2:45 2:50 -3:00 2:50 -3:00

Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) 13 ACADEMICS & GRADE REPORTING GRADING POLICY The school year is divided into four marking periods known as quarters. Report cards are issued at the completion of each quarter. This year’s academic calendar is as follows:

Y1 Tue, Sep 8, 2020 – Fri, Jun 4, 2021 S1 S2 Tue, Sep 8, 2020 – Fri, Jan 22, 2021 Mon, Jan 25, 2021 – Fri, Jun 4, 2021 Q1 (40%) Q2 (40%) M1 (10%) Q3 (40%) Q4 (40%) F1 (10%) Tue, Sep 8, 2020 – Mon, Nov 16, 2020 – Mon, Dec 14, 2020 – Mon, Jan 25, 2021 – Mon, Mar 29, 2021 – Tue, Jun 1, 2021 – Fri, Nov 13, 2020 Fri, Jan 22, 2021 Thu, Dec 17, 2020 Fri, Mar 26, 2021 Fri, Jun 4, 2021 Thu, Jun 3, 2021

GPA CALCULATION Letter Number 4.0 Scale Weighted Grade Honors Scale A+ 97-100 4.0 4.5 A 93-96 4.0 4.5 A- 90-92 3.7 4.2 B+ 87-89 3.3 3.8 B 83-86 3.0 3.5 B- 80-82 2.7 3.2 C+ 77-79 2.3 2.8 C 73-76 2.0 2.5 D 70-72 1.7 1.7 Below D Below 70 0.0 0.0

HONOR ROLL • High Honor Roll: 3.5 weighted GPA, no failures • Honor Roll: 3.0 weighted GPA no failures • Merit Roll: 2.5 weighted GPA, no failures • The scholar cannot have received a D or F and NO failing conduct grade(s). SCHEDULE CHANGES Scholars can request a schedule change by contacting the Academic & College Adviser or the Academic Specialist. Requests will be considered, however, not all requests will be granted. SERVICE IN GOD’S NAME REQUIREMENTS The following community service hours are required in order to pass the religion courses: • 10 hours – Freshman • 20 hours – Sophomores • 30 hours – Juniors • 40 hours – Seniors * * Senior transfers must complete at least 75 hours.

14 Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) Community service hours must be completed outside of the school through involvement in church projects or working directly with an approved agency. Religion teachers will provide scholars with the Community Service Timesheet each year. At the end of each community service experience, scholars are required to complete an evaluation form. Additionally, the supervisor of the agency will evaluate the scholar. CREDITS As with most high schools, the measure of a credit is based on the Carnegie Unit, which measures secondary school educational attainment over a period of time. Scholars earn one credit for the successful completion of each two-semester course and a half-credit for each semester. This is an earned credit. Until a credit is earned, the scholar has the potential to earn the credit amount assigned to a course by completing a course; this is a potential credit. The successful completion of a course is when the scholar has earned a grade of C or higher. Credits towards high school graduation may be given for courses offered by accredited colleges.

Credit for High School Courses Taken in Middle School Scholars who have completed high school courses offered at the middle school level are eligible to earn high school credit for the course. The grade MUST be recorded on the scholar’s middle school transcript. If a scholar retakes a high school course, taken in middle school, for which credit was earned, the high school grade will be calculated into the GPA and only one credit will be awarded. In cases of world language courses, only one credit will be awarded for high school classes taken in middle school. The successful completion of the course will count towards the credits needed for graduation and will be recorded on the scholar’s high school transcript. However, the grade will not be calculated into the high school grade point average (GPA). Such courses will not count for NCAA “core courses.”

Credit Recovery Scholars who did not successfully pass a course on their first attempt may enroll in an accredited educational program prior to the start of the next school year. Upon successful completion of the course, the earned credit will be added to the scholar’s academic transcript. See the Academic & College Adviser for additional information. A select number of courses are offered at the Saint Frances Academy Summer Program. Information regarding courses offered will be available after spring break. Scholars who are unable to successfully complete a course may be required to meet with the Academic Committee or principal to discuss whether the scholar can return to Saint Frances Academy and if they will be promoted to the next grade. If allowed to return, the scholar will be placed on Academic Probation. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Saint Frances Academy requires scholars to successfully complete the following to be eligible for graduation: • Clearance or payment of all financial obligations to the school • Completion of twenty-four high school credits. In accordance with COMAR 13A.09.09.09A – Credits Required for Graduation, scholars must complete no less than (a) four credits in English language arts; (b) two credits in social studies to include at least one credit in U. S. History; and (c) six credits in science and mathematics – to include at least two science credits and two mathematics credits; (d) twelve additional credits as noted below: SUBJECT AREA REQUIRED CLASSES NO. OF CREDITS Religion 4 English 4

Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) 15 SUBJECT AREA REQUIRED CLASSES NO. OF CREDITS Math Algebra I 3 Algebra II Science Biology 3 Social Studies U.S. History 3 American Government World Languages 2 Fine Arts 1 Technology 1 Health/Physical Education 1 Electives 2 TOTAL 24.00 *

* 24 credits required for graduation

• Complete at least six credits at Saint Frances Academy o Scholars who transferred into the school are required to have 24 credits that include the courses listed above with at least one religion course for each year enrolled at Saint Frances Academy. o Saint Frances Academy reserves the right to decline the transfer of credit(s). • Capstone Requirements o 10-page senior English research paper and presentation o American Government PowerPoint presentation o Completed voter registration application

Special Consideration Saint Frances Academy offers special consideration for a limited number of highly qualified scholars to enroll as first-year students at an accredited college or university, after earning at least 22 credits. To be eligible for special consideration, scholars must:

• demonstrate a high level of motivation and show they are academically advanced to succeed at the collegiate level, • have a written offer of admission to a college or university, or approved post-secondary program, • have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0, • have met the requirements for Service in God’s Name, • be on track to successfully complete 24 credits before or by the end of the academic year in which they plan to take advantage of an early enrollment opportunity, • have submitted an application for Special Consideration. After the completion of the above requirements, the scholar will receive a graduation waiver from the principal or Head of School. ELIGIBILITY FOR EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Extracurricular eligibility is determined by at the end of each marking period. Any scholar who receives: • a grade of D or F in two classes, s/he will be paced on Academic Probation. • a grade of D or F in three or more courses will be immediately ineligible to participate in extracurricular activities including sports.

16 Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) Scholars placed on academic probation and or are ineligible to participate in extracurricular activities, are required to attend coach class once per week, for each class they are failing. Scholars may have the opportunity to earn eligibility at progress reports. They must attend the required coach classes, raise their class grade, and have no more than one failure, and complete/return an academic status form. Scholars who have been placed on academic probation will become ineligible to participate in extracurricular activities if a grade of D or F is received in more than one progress report. The cycle restarts at the subsequent marking period.

Grade Check Dates/Academic Status Form Due Date Eligibility List Released (Available three days after due date) 1st Quarter Progress Report • Based on 1st Quarter Progress Reports • No failures – Scholars removed from Academic Probation or ineligibility list for no failures • Scholars become ineligible if they were previously on Academic Probation and have more than one failure • Scholars who were previously ineligible and continue to have more than one failure remain ineligible End of First Quarter • Based on 1st Quarter Report Cards • Two failures – Scholars placed on Academic Probation • Three failures – Scholars marked as ineligible 2nd Quarter Progress Report • Based on 2nd Quarter Progress Reports • No failures – Scholars removed from Academic Probation or ineligibility list for no failures • Scholars become ineligible if they were previously on Academic Probation and have more than one failure • Scholars who were previously ineligible and continue to have more than one failure remain ineligible End of Second Quarter • Based on 2nd Quarter Report Cards • Two failures – Scholars placed on Academic Probation • Three failures – Scholars marked as ineligible 3rd Quarter Progress Report • Based on 3rd Quarter Progress Reports • No failures – Scholars removed from Academic Probation or ineligibility list for no failures • Scholars become ineligible if they were previously on Academic Probation and have more than one failure • Scholars who were previously ineligible and continue to have more than one failure remain ineligible

Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) 17 Grade Check Dates/Academic Status Form Due Date Eligibility List Released (Available three days after due date) End of Third Quarter • Based on 3rd Quarter Report Cards • Two failures – Scholars placed on Academic Probation • Three failures – Scholars marked as ineligible 4th Quarter Progress Report • Based on 4th Quarter report cards-New Cycle • No failures – Scholars removed from Academic Probation or ineligibility list for no failures • Scholars become ineligible if they were previously on Academic Probation and have more than one failure • Scholars who were previously ineligible and continue to have more than one failure remain ineligible

NOTE: ***4th Quarter eligibility status carries into the subsequent grade level for Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors.

HOMEWORK POLICY A minimum of 2-3 hours of study per night is needed to adequately prepare for school. Parents and scholars should be diligent about this study time. All work cannot be completed during school hours. Please contact teachers directly if you have any questions.

BULLETIN BOARD USAGE All notices require administrative authorization before being posted on a bulletin board. ACADEMIC HONESTY Honesty and integrity are critical characteristics for success in the future. Therefore, academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. Cheating includes, but is not limited to:

• Giving or receiving unauthorized assistance on an individual assignment • Letting another scholar copy your answers or work or copying another scholar’s answers or work • Having another person complete your homework or assignments • Completing homework or assignments for another scholar • Using the Internet to copy answers • Using a cell phone application to solve and copy answers • Using a calculator on an assignment that was indicated to be a “non-calculator” assignment • Using or distributing copies of test questions, answers, or answer keys • Changing your answers on an assignment after it has been graded and then asking for the grade to be changed • Secretly using notes (e.g. a “cheat sheet” you have created or written anywhere, including on body parts)

Plagiarism includes, but is not limited to:

18 Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) • Copying information from print or electronic sources without appropriate citations • Submitting another person’s work as your own • Forging a signature • Lying about your physical condition • Misrepresenting the truth

Consequences for Academic Dishonesty 1. First offense: Failing grade on assignment/assessment, parent contact, documentation in discipline file, and in-school suspension 2. Second offense: Failing grade on assignment/assessment, parent contact, documentation in discipline file, suspension, and disciplinary contract 3. Third offense: Suspension and subject to recommendation for expulsion. SAT / ACT TEST See the college adviser, for assistance in registering for the SAT/ACT. All scholars should take the SAT or ACT prior to the start of their senior year. SAT fees are $45. $57 with essay, $28 late registration fee, $46 waitlist fee, and $28 change date fee. ACT fees are $39.50 for no writing, $56.50 with plus writing, and late fee, $25. Fee waivers available for qualified scholars. Contact academic and college adviser. MIDTERM & FINAL EXAMS Scholars are required to take both midterm and final exams. In order to take the exam, scholars must be in proper uniform with no outstanding balances. Scholars who do not take examinations will automatically receive a zero for the exam. Exams are worth 10% of each semester grade. Doctor’s appointments and college visits should not be scheduled during exams. Make-up exams will be given with the permission of the Principal and Assistant Principal. ** Note: At the end of the year, scholars must turn in their iPads and fulfill all financial obligations associated with the iPads in order to take exams. REPORT CARDS & PROGRESS REPORTS Report Cards are issued at the end of each quarter (see School Calendar). The parent/guardian must pick up the Report Card at the end of the first, second and third quarters during Parent-Teacher Conferences. Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on the dates specified in the School Calendar. Parents who are unable to attend the Report Card Conference may pick up report cards in the main office during regular office hours if all financial obligations are met. Final report cards are mailed in June if all financial matters are settled. Progress Reports are sent to parents at the halfway point of each quarter (see School Calendar). These reports provide an indication of how a scholar is doing in a given marking period. They do not replace Report Cards and are not official grades. Keep in mind, a scholar may fail for a quarter even if a Progress Report indicates otherwise as a scholar’s motivation or work habits may change after the report. Parents are always able to request a meeting with a teacher. Please email the teacher directly or call the front office to set up a meeting. Please allow 48 hours to pass before following up on your initial contact. MOTHER MARY LANGE CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY • Prospective members will be notified of initial eligibility, based on GPA (2.8 weighted GPA) and community service hours (minimum of 60 hours).

Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) 19 • If membership in the society is desired, scholars must complete a National Honor Society application (available in the college adviser’s office). The application includes teacher-rating scales regarding leadership and character. • The National Honor Society Faculty Council (selected by the Principal) will review each candidate’s service, leadership, and character as indicated by their application information and teacher rating scales. • Letters will be sent to parents and scholars, notifying them of the outcome. • An induction ceremony will take place on a date chosen by the Principal. USING POWERSCHOOL STUDENT INFORMATION SYSTEM PowerSchool Student Information System (i.e., PowerSchool SIS) is a tool for both parents and scholars to have real-time access, via online or mobile apps, to grades and attendance. Parents and scholars receive separate logins for PowerSchool. Scholars will receive their logins when they receive their scholar IDs. Parents will receive their logins during Back to School Night. Please keep track of your Username and Password, and if you require assistance contact the school (410) 539-5794.

To log on • Open https://sfacademy2.powerschool.com/public • Select “enter” on your keyboard. • In the Username field, please type the username provided by the school. • In the Password field, please type the password provided by the school. • Select the “Enter” button.

Navigation: • Once logged in, you will see a row of links near the top of the page, as well as a view of the classes the scholar currently is enrolled in near the middle of the page. • You can click on the “Grades and Attendance” link up top to return to this page at any time. • Selecting “Grade History” at the up top will take you to a page showing their grades per term. • “Attendance History” will show you their attendance for each period of each school day (P = Present, T = Tardy, L = Late, U = Unexcused Absence, E = Excused Absence). • “Email Notification” can help you to receive grades updates via email, • “Teachers Comments” lists any comments teachers have left for your scholar for the current term. • “School Bulletin” may show any announcements that the school administrators wish you to know. • From the “Grades and Attendance” view, you can click on a teacher’s name to send them an email, provided you have an email client such as Microsoft Outlook or Outlook Express configured. • Click on the grade under a given term to view the assignments and their scores for that term. This is perhaps the most commonly used function. While viewing the assignments, teachers may make the assignment names linked to a description of the assignment, so if the assignment name appears as a link, you can click on it for more information. • If a scholar has absences/late occurrences, click on the number under the “Absences” or “Late occurrences” column to view the day’s absent/tardy for that class. • When you are finished, please click on the “Logout” button in the upper right-hand corner of the page to keep the information secure from others. Limitation of Accuracy: The student information system provides a snapshot of a scholar’s progress and can change daily. If there are questions regarding a scholar’s performance, please email the teacher for clarity.

20 Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) Be certain to keep your username and password secure, as we do not have the ability to see or keep a record of what you choose. You may, however, contact the main office if you need help resetting your account.

SCHOLAR CODE OF CONDUCT Saint Frances Academy is deeply committed to developing well-rounded individuals who are committed to their faith and character. The school strives to expand opportunities available to scholars by emphasizing the importance of integrity, responsibility, and respect. The following discipline ladder outlines consequences for disciplinary actions. The administration reserves the right to impose different consequences based on the severity of the action.

DISCIPLINARY CONSEQUENCES – MINOR/MID-LEVEL INFRACTIONS If a scholar is cited for behaviors such as profanity/inappropriate language, dress code violation, inappropriate use of electronic devices during instructional hours, disruptive behavior, failure to pick up trash, truancy (i.e. skipping class or late to class), sleeping during class, improper stairwell use, eating or chewing gum, the result will be a progressive discipline ladder, as follows:

• Level one: Documentation of infraction (warning to the scholar) • Level two: Lunchtime detention and parent contact • Level three: In-school suspension, maintenance duty, and no practice (if athlete) • Level four: Suspension • Level five: Consideration for expulsion

DISCIPLINARY CONSEQUENCES – MAJOR LEVEL INFRACTIONS If a scholar is cited for behaviors such as

• Use, possession, sale, or distribution of drugs, alcohol, or tobacco on campus or at an SFA sponsored the off-campus event • Vandalism or willful damage/destruction to the school and/or personal property • Insubordination/disrespect toward an Administrator, employee, volunteer, or teacher • Harassment and bullying • Lying to administration • Inappropriate physical contact • Physical aggression • Gambling • Use of or possession of smoking devices • Being in unauthorized areas of the school building after school hours • Reckless behavior towards self/others • Tampering with fire alarm/extinguisher • Use or possession of weapons The result will begin at Level 3 as noted below:

• Level three: In-school suspension, maintenance duty, and no practice (if athlete) • Level four: Suspension • Level five: Consideration for expulsion

Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) 21 SCHOLAR SUCCESS CENTER (SSC) The Scholar Success Center is a part of the St. Frances Academy positive behavior intervention system implemented when a scholar does not display appropriate behavior(s), or to avoid escalation of frustration or misbehavior. The guiding principles of the SSC are rehabilitation, communication, consistency, fairness, and escalating response and consequence. These are valuable in the effort to assist scholars with developing and maintaining self-control while maintaining a calm, safe and orderly classroom environment. DISCIPLINARY REVIEW HEARING A disciplinary review hearing with the Discipline Team will take place if a scholar is being considered for expulsion. The Hearing ensures all parties have a chance to communicate. The committee will make a recommendation to the Principal and Assistant Principal.

POLICY ON HARASSMENT Saint Frances Academy attempts to foster an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect within our school community. Actions that diminish such an atmosphere will not be condoned. Anyone committing any form of harassment is subject to expulsion. Unlawful Harassment means verbal or physical conduct based on a person’s actual or perceived race, religion (creed), color, national origin, marital status, sex, sexual orientation or disability and which has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with a person’s educational performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment. Harassment includes any unwelcome verbal, written or physical conduct that offends, denigrates, or belittles any individual because of any of the characteristics described above. Such conduct includes, but is not limited to unsolicited derogatory remarks, jokes, demeaning comments or behavior, slurs, mimicking, name-calling, graffiti, innuendo, gestures, physical contact, stalking, threatening, bullying, extorting or the display or circulation of written materials or pictures. These apply to all of the characteristics listed above. Sexual Harassment means unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when:

• Submission to that conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of a scholar’s education or an employee’s job status. • Submission to or rejection of such conduct by a scholar is used as a component of the basis for decisions affecting that scholar. • Conduct has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with a scholar’s educational performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive educational environment. • This applies whether the harassment is between people of the same or different gender. Sexual harassment can include unwelcome verbal, written or physical conduct, directed at or related to a person’s gender, such as sexual gossip or personal comments of a sexual nature, sexually suggestive or foul language, sexual jokes, whistling, spreading rumors or lies of a sexual nature about someone, demanding sexual favors, forcing sexual activity by threat of punishment or offer of educational reward, obscene graffiti, display or sending of pornographic pictures or objects, offensive touching, pinching, grabbing, kissing or hugging or restraining someone’s movement in a sexual way. Racial and Color Harassment can include unwelcome verbal, written or physical conduct, directed at the characteristics of a person’s race or color, such as nicknames emphasizing stereotypes, racial slurs, comments on manner of speaking, and negative references to racial customs.

22 Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) Religious (Creed) Harassment is unwelcome verbal, written or physical conduct, directed at the characteristics of a person’s religion or creed, such as derogatory comments regarding surnames, religious tradition, or religious clothing, or religious slurs, or graffiti. National Origin Harassment is unwelcome verbal, written or physical conduct, directed at the characteristics of a person’s national origin, such as negative comments regarding surnames, manner of speaking, customs, language, or ethnic slurs. Marital Status Harassment is unwelcome verbal, written or physical conduct, directed at the characteristics of a person’s marital status, such as comments regarding pregnancy or being an unwed mother or father. Sexual Orientation Harassment is unwelcome verbal, written or physical conduct, directed at the characteristics of a person’s sexual orientation, such as negative name-calling and imitating mannerisms. Disability Harassment includes harassment based on a person’s disability, mental or physical condition and includes any unwelcome verbal, written or physical conduct, directed at the characteristics of a person’s disabling condition, such as imitating the manner of speech or movement, or interference with the necessary equipment. Cyberbullying, bullying, intimidation, or harassment of any scholar on school property or at school-sponsored functions is prohibited. Scholars, parents, employees, and staff are responsible for reporting incidents. The administration will ensure that all illegal behaviors are reported to local authorities.

GANG POLICY Saint Frances Academy strives to foster an environment that discourages violence and intimidation. Gang-related activity on school premises is obstructive to the process of education and erodes the safety of the entire school community. A “gang” is defined as two or more persons, engaged in illegal activities or activities that are in violation of the school disciplinary code. “Gang-related activities” are defined as behaviors /actions that glorify and promote gang affiliation. The following is a listing of conduct prohibited on school premises or at school-related functions:

• Recruiting for membership in or affiliation with gangs. • Wearing, selling, displaying or distributing any clothing, bandanas, emblems, beads, or other items that indicate gang membership or affiliation. • Engaging in verbal or nonverbal communication that indicates gang membership or affiliation, including, but not limited to, handshakes and gestures. • Committing criminal acts including, but not limited to, physical assaults, harassment, intimidation, extortion, vandalism, theft and possession or sale of drugs. Scholars in violation of the policy will be subject to immediate suspension, which may result in expulsion. The school strives to maintain a very close relationship with authorities and other officials, to curtail the negative consequences of gang-related activity. The school will identify programs focused on deterring gang affiliation and act as a vehicle for scholars wishing to end their gang association.

TRESPASSING An individual who is found on Saint Frances Academy property after or before school hours, or an individual who remains on the property after being asked to leave, is considered to be trespassing.

Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) 23 WEAPONS The presence of weapons on school property poses a serious threat to the safety and well being of scholars and staff. A weapon is defined but not limited to a gun, knife, switchblade, explosive device, or any object intended to cause harm. Any scholar found in possession of a weapon on school property will be immediately suspended and police will be notified. Further disciplinary action may ensue.

THEFT Unauthorized use of, removal of, theft of, or damage to the property of the school, to an employee, or to another scholar of the school results in severe disciplinary action. All scholars are expected to show courteous behavior towards each other, faculty, staff, and visitors.

ACADEMIC SUPPORT Coach classes are available at least one time per week for each subject area from 3:05-3:45 PM. See the schedule below.

• If your scholar previously had an IEP or 504 plans, please contact [email protected] to ensure SFA creates a Scholar Academic Support Plan in which reasonable accommodations are put in place. • Please contact [email protected] if you would like your scholar to attend a daily afterschool study hall, as she is no longer accepting walk-ins; each scholar must have a scheduled appointment. MAKE-UP ASSIGNMENTS Scholars with excused absences are permitted to make up assignments or classwork missed during their absence. It is the scholar’s responsibility to contact their teachers upon their return to school. Scholars are required to complete the assignments in the time frame as their absences. Teachers are not obligated to provide assignments or additional days to scholars with unexcused absences.

RELEASE OF INFORMATION Saint Frances Academy only releases information to the parents and/or guardians who have registered the scholar and who can verify their relationship to the scholar/their legal rights to the information. Information can be also be released to other parties with written permission of the registering parent/guardian. We are bound by legal authority to release information in the event of a criminal investigation, to the appropriate authorities. ACADEMIC RECLASSIFICATION GUIDELINES Except under extremely compelling circumstances, Saint Frances Academy strongly advises against academic reclassification. Students should never reclassify for athletic reasons! Please note that reclassification is NOT a repeat or do over of academic coursework from the previous year. The scholar must identify and be prepared to present an academic plan for their fifth year of high school. Academic reclassification may be considered based on the following criteria, the Scholar: • needs another year to achieve academic proficiency based on a review of their curriculum mastery • is in need of additional credits • has experienced a life-changing event at home or in school Request for Academic Reclassification forms are available from the Academic & College Adviser. Requests must be submitted prior to the start of the second quarter for returning scholars and at the time of application for prospective scholars. Upon submission of the request, Saint Frances Academy will contact the family to schedule

24 Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) a mandatory meeting with the Academic Committee. In order to re-class, scholars must identify an academic/career path for their fifth year of high school. At the meeting, scholars must be prepared to present their academic/career plan.

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Financial obligations to Saint Frances Academy include payment of a non-refundable registration fee required each year your scholar attends, tuition, scholar fees, athletic fees, class dues, activity fee, academic resource fee, and SMART Tuition fee. Financial obligations may extend to the cost of repair for property damage done by a scholar or the damaging of or failure to return library and/or textbooks, iPads, and other school materials. All financial obligations must be kept current. Families who have a previous balance with the school are unable to register new scholars until that previous financial obligation has been met. The Administration maintains the right to suspend any scholar until outstanding financial obligations are satisfactorily met. In addition to paying tuition and fees, parents/guardians are responsible for purchasing school uniforms. TUITION MANAGEMENT All tuition payments must remain current. Tuition and fees (i.e., class dues, academic resource fees, activity fees, and the SMART Tuition fee) are collected by our tuition management partner SmartTuition. Once a scholar is enrolled, we recommend all tuition payments are made through the SMART Tuition portal. Tuition is due on the 1st of each month with a late fee being assessed on the 6th of the month. If necessary, a family may make a payment at the school. In such cases, the payment may only be made via credit/debit card, cashier’s check, or money order. Personal checks nor cash are accepted. No scholar will be given a schedule or permission to attend classes unless his/her tuition payments are up to date. FINANCIAL AID Choosing a Catholic school is an investment in your child's future. The primary responsibility for financing a scholar's education rests with the family which undertakes a financial commitment and sacrifice in deciding to send their children to a Catholic school. Although paying for education is first and foremost the responsibility of a family, each donor and Saint Frances Academy devotes significant funds to financial aid programs each year. Financial aid is offered on a first-come-first-served basis. To be considered, parents/guardians must submit an IRS tax return transcript that is no older than two years and showing their scholar as their dependent. The payer understands that any tuition assistance they may have received is contingent upon prompt and current payments. Families who fail to maintain current tuition balance may risk the termination of any financial aid or scholarships offered through the school, for the remainder of the academic year.

Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) 25 PAYMENT OPTIONS Tuition is due at the time of enrollment, however, families will be provided the option to split their tuition payments in installment plans that must be completed by May of the academic year.

• One lump sum payment - paid by September 1st of the upcoming school year. • Two equal payments - First payment due by September 1st of the upcoming school year and the second payment due by January 1st of the current school year. • Four equal payments - First payment due by August 1st of the upcoming school year, the second payment due by October 1st, the third payment due January 1st, and the fourth payment due March 1st of the current school year. • Monthly payment plan - Equal payments of the total tuition due through May 31st, or earlier.

The above options must be paid through a credit card. If a credit card payment method is chosen, an additional service fee may be charged, and this service fee will be announced on an annual basis. NO CASH will be accepted for payment(s). All payments must be made via Smart Tuition or if in-person, by certified check, money order, or credit card. The chosen method for payment must be indicated during the Smart Tuition enrollment process. TUITION PAYMENT IN DEFAULT A family's failure to maintain a current status with their tuition obligation jeopardizes the scholar’s placement in school. If tuition and fees cannot be paid on time, families must communicate with school administration, in writing, to prevent enforcement of delinquent tuition procedures. If on the sixth (6th) of the month a payment has not been made, the following process will be followed: 1. The parents/guardians will be immediately contacted by Smart Tuition via letter, email and phone calls. 2. The parents/guardians will be given four (4) calendar days to bring the account to a current status or meet with school administration to have an adjusted payment contract approved. Please note, this is not a guarantee. 3. If the account is not brought to a current status or an adjusted payment contract not implemented, and approved by the school administration, the scholar's enrollment may cease after the tenth (10th) day. WITHDRAWAL Families of scholars who withdraw or are dismissed from Saint Frances Academy, are financially responsible for the fees for the entire academic year – i.e., tuition, fees, and any expense incurred by the scholar. If for some reason we decide to no longer attend Saint Frances Academy, the scholar must withdraw from the school BEFORE the first Friday of the First Quarter of the academic school year covered by the application. All devices, novels, textbooks, and athletic uniforms/gear must be returned by the scholar or paid for in full. Parents wishing to withdraw scholars must complete the student withdrawal form – available from the Guidance/College Counselor – and the student records release form. Mere continued absence from classes does not terminate a scholar’s financial and academic responsibilities. Failure to complete required forms will result in continued registration, and tuition, grades, and other obligations continue to accrue. All fees and financial obligations must be met. If not, all student records (i.e., official or unofficial transcripts, report cards, or diploma) of that scholar will not be released until all financial obligations to Saint Frances Academy have been paid in full. At the end of the academic year, all financial obligations must be met before a scholar’s report card is issued. Upon submission of transcript requests, allow a minimum of 3-5 business days for processing.

26 Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) DISMISSAL If at any time the Saint Frances Academy administration determines, in its sole discretion, that it cannot successfully provide an enrolled scholar a Catholic education or that allowing the scholar to continue his or her matriculation at the school would hinder the School’s mission or operation, irrespective of whether it is due to the scholar’s conduct, his or her parent’s/guardian’s conduct or any other circumstance(s), the School may require the parents/guardians to withdraw the student. If such occurs, any tuition or enrollment fees paid in advance are non-refundable, unless the reason for the involuntary withdrawal was due to an extenuating circumstance approved by the Head of School. Students who leave the Saint Frances Academy as a result of severe disciplinary action will be responsible for paying outstanding tuition in full. Nothing contained in any other policy, handbook or verbal conversation can alter or minimize the School’s unilateral discretion to terminate a student’s enrollment. FAMILY PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM The Family Partnership Program runs during the school year. Families are asked for at least one adult to volunteer for a minimum of ten (10) hours per academic year. Volunteer hours can be satisfied during school activities, events, and programs. Ideally, volunteer hours should be completed by May 15th for seniors and June 5th for freshmen, sophomores, and juniors of each school year. Alternatively, any family may contribute the equivalent of fifteen dollars ($15) for each hour for the hours for which an adult is unable to offer volunteer hours. To participate, check the monthly newsletter, school website, and email messaging for service opportunities. Contact the person who is in charge of the event in which you are interested. At times some activities may have too many volunteers and some requests can be accommodated. Be certain the event coordinator records your hours or provides an FPP Parent/Adult Volunteer Tracking Slip for for submission to the Main Office.

TECHNOLOGY

TECHNOLOGY USAGE POLICY Electronic devices are distributed to scholars at the beginning of the school year. Scholars are permitted to use student-designated printers with staff supervision. They should contact the Technology Coordinator for assistance. Unacceptable computer usage includes but is not limited to visiting any site that is not directly related to the school assignment, cyberbullying, social networking during the school day, plagiarizing, copying commercial software, using profane, obscene or offensive language, reposting without permission, unauthorized access to a file, and “jailbreaking” devices. The aforementioned are subject to disciplinary action and discontinued use of technological devices. Scholars are responsible for the technological equipment to which they are entrusted. Proper handling and use of equipment are expected. Should the equipment become damaged, the scholar will be responsible for payment of repairs/replacement. Scholars are encouraged to purchase flash drives if they wish to carry files between school and home computers. Otherwise, they can use their Saint Frances Academy Google Drive account. Incompatible file types or technological issues are not an excuse for late work. Scholars should access school computers, the public library, cellular devices, etc. in the event of a technological issue with their iPad. Technological issues should be communicated with the Technology Coordinator as soon as possible.

Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) 27 Personal audio and communication devices and other distracting electronic devices are not permitted inside of the classrooms at any time. Devices should be turned off and secured in the locker or book bag. Devices will be confiscated if they are seen, heard, or used, while classes are in operation. Devices can be used in the cafeteria.

DEVICES & TEXTBOOKS Each scholar will receive an iPad or Chromebook and charger during the first quarter of the school year. Textbooks and novels may be distributed throughout the duration of the school year. These iPads, Chromebooks, and textbooks are property of the State of Maryland and must be returned at the end of the school year in exemplary condition. Books, iPads, and chargers that are not returned will be billed at a replacement cost. It is critical that scholars communicate with the Technology Coordinator when there is a technological issue with their charger or iPad. Scholars will be financially responsible for damages at the end of the year. Failure to clear financial obligations will result in the inability to take final exams.

SCHOOL CULTURE Culture influences everything that happens in a school. At St. Frances Academy, we abide by one set of policies and procedures to form a strong culture. BUILDING PRIDE We are proud of and take pride in our beautiful buildings. Therefore, we urge each scholar to take pride in their respective campus. By working together, we can ensure our school and campus are one of the attractions to which visitors would want to return. Each of us must take his share of the responsibility in beautifying our campus and building and preventing them from becoming unattractive. At a minimum, the penalty for vandalism or destruction of school property is as follows:

• Minor – Clean or correct vandalism, payment for damages and parent notification • Major – Clean or correct vandalism, payment for damages, parent notification and suspension

CAFETERIA Food is not permitted outside of the cafeteria. Scholars must eat their lunch in the cafeteria prior to meeting with a teacher. For scholars to leave the cafeteria, they must have obtained a pass from the specific teacher prior to entering. Scholars without a pass will not be able to leave. Scholars are expected to clean their areas prior to leaving the cafeteria. All scholars must turn in a Meal Benefits Application. Contact Coach Danaz Williams ([email protected]) if you have any questions. ** Note: For step three (3), be sure to include ALL individuals who live at your house.

CHANGE OF ADDRESS & CONTACT INFORMATION The Main Office must be notified in writing of any change in address or changes in phone numbers (home, work, emergency contact), or e-mail addresses. DROP-OFF & PICK-UP SFA is not responsible for the supervision of scholars after dismissal. Therefore, we cannot emphasize strongly enough how important it is to drop-off and pick-up scholars between these hours. Scholars attending an after school coach class must have a pass from their teacher. Scholars involved in extracurricular activities must report to their designated areas. Scholars in an area of the building without permission are subject to disciplinary action. Please remain up-to-date with weather-related closures, and refer to our bell schedules. Contact the main office with any questions.

28 Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) DROPPING OFF ITEMS Scholars are responsible for checking with the main office in between classes and during their lunch period for any items that they may be expecting from a parent or family member. They cannot do so during class. ELECTRONICS Scholars are not permitted to use cameras, video games, iPods, headsets, or any other electronic device in the academic areas of the school building(s). Should a scholar choose to disregard this regulation; the school will not be held liable for any loss or damage. The school has the right to seize any of the above items and retain ownership until the article is claimed by a parent/guardian.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Scholars are expected to promptly and quietly follow the directions of staff. For the safety of our school community, all drills are treated as emergencies. Scholars who fail to follow directions and/or who engage in horseplay or other inappropriate actions will be subject to disciplinary action. State and federal regulations require fire extinguishers and alarms. Scholars are not to play with or discharge them. An empty fire extinguisher could result in injury, or loss of life. Scholars caught tampering with the fire extinguishers or fire alarms will be subject to suspension or expulsion. FOOD SERVICE / CAFETERIA Scholars will receive breakfast and lunch daily. In order to provide all scholars with a safe and healthy breakfast and lunch period, the following rules should be followed: • Scholars must report during their assigned lunch period. • Scholars must converse in conversation tones only. • Scholars must proceed through the line only when instructed by an adult. • Scholars must remain in the cafeteria until dismissed by an adult or lunchroom monitor. • Scholars must deposit trash and recyclables in designated areas. • Scholars must push chairs under the table. • Scholars must behave in a manner consistent with the St. Frances Academy mission and code of conduct.

LOCKERS Scholars are permitted to use lockers before school, within the 5 minutes allocated between classes, and after school. The sharing of lockers is not permitted. Lockers should be kept clean and orderly. Locker Clean Outs occur prior to Christmas Break, Spring Break, and the end of the year. Each scholar is responsible for providing their own lock prior to the end of September. Scholars will not be able to take finals if this fee is not paid. Security of one’s belongings lies solely with the scholar. Combinations should not be given to another person for any reason. Expensive belongings should not be brought to school. In the event that there is reasonable suspicion that a scholar’s locker contains an illegal drug, a weapon, stolen property, or any other contraband, the locker may be searched by an administrator. PARENT INVOLVEMENT The Parent Taking Action (PTA) club meets regularly with the Administrative Team and teachers to discuss events and activities. The monthly newsletter available online and in the office includes updates regarding meetings and activities.

Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) 29 Parent Orientation occurs during the first month of school. This meeting allows parents to meet teachers who will explain the scope of their course, expectations of the scholars, the amount and type of homework, and how grades are determined.

PARKING & TRANSPORTATION Scholars who drive to school must register their vehicle’s registration and license information with the main office.

PASSES Scholars must obtain a pass from a teacher during class hours. Scholars found in the hallway without a pass from a faculty member are subject to disciplinary action. Additionally, scholars must sign out and sign in (with time) on the classroom sheet when leaving a room. PHOTO/VIDEO RELEASE POLICY On occasion, a newspaper, magazine or television program has covered a story or event at St. Frances Academy and has taken photos/video for publication along with the story. Considering such, on occasion we may take, or allow, photographs or video of our students for publicity or information purposes. For example, photographs, films, recordings, projects, and tapes. These items will become property of the school, and we shall have the right to distribute, duplicate, reproduce. Such publishing generally requires permission. Therefore, if you DO NOT want your scholar included in such recordings, you must provide a signed document or letter prohibiting such without your written or oral consent. Otherwise, we may use of such photographs, films, recordings, projects, tapes, or other items as desired free and clear of any claim whatsoever on your part.

PREGNANCY CODE Any scholar who becomes pregnant or impregnates someone else is entitled to be treated in a Christian manner, with understanding and consideration for the well-being of those involved and that of the infant child. Temporary leave from school and return to school will be determined, after consultation with the scholar, parents, and administration. Medical documentation from the hospital is required.

RESTROOMS Scholars should attempt to use the restroom between classes and still get to class on time. Teachers may allow scholars to use the restroom during classes. Scholars must possess a “bathroom pass” from the teacher. Scholars must use for their gender closest to their classroom. SCHOOL DANCES Dances sponsored by Saint Frances Academy are for its scholars and their guests. Tickets will not be available at the door. A scholar who wishes to bring a guest other than a Saint Frances Academy scholar must register that guest with the Dance Coordinator by 3 p.m. 48 hours preceding the dance. Unregistered guests will not be permitted to enter any dance. Guests are the direct responsibility of their sponsoring scholars. If a guest fails to observe any school regulations, the sponsoring scholar may also incur penalties connected with the violation. Scholars and their guests must dress in an appropriate fashion. Scholars and their guests are not permitted to leave the venue once they have entered. There is no re-entry to the venue. If scholars and/or guests leave the dance, they must also leave the premises. Scholars and their guests must enter the dance by 9:30 p.m. The use or possession of tobacco is prohibited. Any scholar possessing alcoholic beverages or drugs or giving evidence of having consumed alcoholic beverages or used drugs will be subject to expulsion from school. Parents will be called immediately to pick up the scholar. Inappropriate dancing and/or dress will not be allowed. Scholars must also be in good academic and disciplinary

30 Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) standing and financially up-to-date with tuition and fees to attend dances. Scholars must be present the entire school day prior to the dance to attend the dance.

SCHOOL SAFETY SFA is committed to a safe learning environment. SFA reserves the right to perform searches and to seize any contraband (i.e. substances or materials prohibited by school policy or state/federal law, including but not limited to controlled substances, drugs, synthetic drugs, alcoholic beverages, cigarettes or other tobacco products, explosive devices, weapons “real or look-alike”, pornography, or stolen property.) Searches may include pockets, purses, backpacks, gym bags, lockers, desks, vehicles, or other school and personal property. SFA reserves the right to randomly test scholars for alcohol/drugs. SCHOOL TEXTLINE Please subscribe to our school text line where you can receive up-to-date information regarding closures, delays, and other information. To subscribe, families should call the main office at (410) 539-5794, to receive the subscription code.

STAIRWELLS Scholars are required to use the appropriate stairwell. Females should use the stairwell closest to the Main Office. Males should use the stairwell closest to the Eager Street basement doors. Scholars found in the incorrect stairwell are subject to disciplinary action. TELEPHONE / MOBILE PHONE POLICY School telephones are for business purposes only. Scholars are not permitted to use the school phone except in emergency situations. The school is not liable for lost or damaged mobile phones. Please make all arrangements before your child leaves home in the morning. Only in a dire emergency will a scholar be called to the telephone to receive a call. All scholars are to place their phones in the appropriate bin when entering the classroom. Unauthorized use of a mobile phone or mobile phone possession during the school day may result in the phone being confiscated and/or disciplinary action. If a mobile phone is confiscated, a parent/guardian will be required to make an appointment to come to pick the phone up from the school office. The school is not liable for lost or damaged mobile phones. VISITORS Arrangement for visiting the school beyond the front office must be made with administration at least 24 hours in advance. All visitors (including parents) must report to the office, sign in, and receive a visitor’s pass. Scholars are not permitted to bring visitors to the school. Parents who wish to see a faculty member or administrator can schedule an appointment via the main office or by emailing the teacher/administrator directly. Scholars should be dropped off on Brentwood Avenue or the rear parking lot. Scholars must enter through the cafeteria door on the corner of Chase Street and Brentwood Avenue. The Cafeteria doors are open from 7:30am- 7:58 am. Scholars must remain the cafeteria until they are dismissed for homeroom. Scholars are tardy for homeroom beginning at 8:00 am. Scholars who are tardy must enter through the main office. Public transportation is not a valid excuse for lateness. For more information on attendance and lateness. School ends at 2:55 pm. Scholars should be picked up in the parking lot on Eager Street. Cars should line up behind each other waiting to pick up scholars.

Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) 31 COPPIN CLINIC AT SAINT FRANCES ACADEMY Phone: (410) 528-8747 | Fax: (410) 528-8748 The Copping Clinic at Saint Frances Academy is located in the Community Center and serves as the school’s health clinic. This is a collaborative effort of Saint Frances Academy and Coppin State University Helene Fuld School of Nursing. The Vaccines for Children Program provides needed childhood vaccines at no cost. A nurse practitioner and a medical office assistant provide staffing for the clinic. If additional services are needed, they are provided by a referral to a specialist. Currently, the clinic is open during school hours of 8 am to 4 pm. You or your child may be seen in the clinic for an acute visit, an example of an acute visit would be a licensed health care provider examining your child for a sore throat, performing a rapid strep test and if it is positive, giving a prescription for an antibiotic and sending the scholar home for 24 hours, and tests for the coronavirus. You may also make the clinic your medical home getting all the services you need at the clinic. The objective of the clinic is not to replace the care that your child receives from their primary care provider, but to supplement it during school hours reducing the amount of time scholars’ miss from their classes. SERVICES PROVIDED BY SCHOOL-BASED HEALTH CENTER STAFF • Immunizations • GYN Exams/PAP smears • Physical Exams • Management of Chronic Health Problems • Sports Physicals • Referrals for x-ray and specialists as needed • Health Education PARTICIPATION IN HEALTH CLINIC Scholars are allowed to receive services in the Health Clinic by parental consent only. The registration form, which provides consent and medical history, is contained in your admission packet. All scholars may be seen for minor illnesses, and injuries. A list of discretionary medicines may be given for upset stomachs, headaches or minor cuts and scrapes with your permission contained in the medical history form. IMMUNIZATIONS All scholars are to be fully immunized as required by state law. A complete immunization record must be provided to the health clinic. Scholars will not be allowed to start school without proof of immunization. MEDICATIONS The school should be notified if the scholar is under a doctor’s care. A scholar requiring medication is to leave their medication in the health suite. An SH19 form must be completed by their physician to have medication dispensed in school. An exception is a rescue inhaler for asthma, which should be carried by the scholar with asthma. 24-HOUR SERVICE Anyone may contact clinic staff 24/7 with questions, concerns, or advice about health issues. Simply call the clinic number at 410-528-8747 in off-hours the answering service will pick up and contact a staff member to call you back, and contacts clinic staff to call you back. In the event of a true medical emergency, please only call 911. INFORMATION FOR PARENTS Unless a scholar is coming to the health suite for a minor illness or injury, parents will be notified if a scholar is ill or has been injured. Staff will also contact you if a scholar needs to come home. The scholar will be picked up from the Health Suite so that the staff can advise you of the patient’s condition and care needed. A scholar who

32 Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) becomes ill or injured should report to a faculty or staff member who will immediately report this to the office via walkie-talkie. The SBHC will be contacted. Parents will be notified if necessary. All scholars are required to have an emergency procedure card on file in the school office. ELEVATOR USE Scholars are not allowed to ride the elevator at any time. If a scholar is injured, they must seek an elevator pass from an administrator by presenting a Doctor’s note. THE MOTHER MARY OF GOOD COUNSEL (PASTORAL) COUNSELING CENTER Mother Mary of Good Counsel Baptiste, OSP, served as Principal of Saint Frances Academy for 25 years and as the Superior General of the Oblate Sisters of Providence for 12 years. She had a quick wit and a delightful sense of humor. She was a very spiritual woman always seeking more knowledge and understanding of her religion. Although she was a strict disciplinarian, she was loved and respected by all her scholars. The Administrative Team thought that it would be fitting to name the counseling center after someone who spent most of her life serving Saint Frances Academy.

What Is Counseling? Counseling involves discussing personal, emotional, spiritual and psychological issues that occur during life’s journey with the help of another person who can listen to you and help you understand your situation. Counselors are trained professionals who help clients handle their issues in a caring way by listening to, praying with and supporting them. They do not give advice or solve your problems for you. Some problems cannot be solved, but you can learn to cope with or handle them. Counseling may be short term (a few sessions) or long term (1 year or more) depending on the issues and goals of the client. Family Counseling, Group counseling, and support groups are available year-round to scholars, families, and any employee of SFA.

Serving Scholars, Staff And Families Scholars residing in the Father Joubert House receive counseling as an integral part of the program to assist scholars with adjusting to living away from home and to help build communal living skills. These sessions have been paid for in advance by a generous donation; therefore, attendance in these sessions is mandatory. Father Joubert residents will meet weekly with a counselor and their attendance will be documented and shared with the FJH Residence Director and the donor. Scholars living in the Football houses can be referred by the Coaching staff if they deem it necessary for the scholar-athletes to manage emotions, learn life/social skills, and/or work through personal challenges that are affecting the scholar’s academic or athletic performance. Based on the recommendations of the coaches, academic teachers, SFA administration, SFA Discipline Committee, The Academic Council, The School-Based Health Clinic and/or the Director of Counseling, scholars may be referred for 6 weeks of individual counseling sessions, group counseling sessions to address Emotional Regulation (such as anger management, for example) or any combination of both. It is important to remember that this is an invaluable supportive resource and is not intended as a punitive measure. At orientation, scholars and parents at Saint Frances Academy are informed about the counseling program. Scholars, parents and SFA staff may request counseling at any time. A teacher, administrator, or parent may also refer a scholar for counseling, but the decision to participate is that of the scholar unless an agreement between the family, scholar and the Saint Frances Academy Administration. Scholars receive counseling during the school day and may miss a class to participate in counseling. Every effort is made to schedule counseling during elective courses. Again, counseling is a resource to assist scholars as they sort through the challenges of adolescence.

Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) 33 A parent may be contacted by a child’s counselor if:

• There is a threat that the child is a danger to him/herself or someone else, • The child requests a family session, or • Additional services may be appropriate for the child. The MMGC Pastoral Counseling Center will also host events and drop-ins for scholars to explore various wellness programs and activities. This may include artistic expression, mindfulness/meditation, pet therapy, panel discussions, psych educational training and opportunities to connect with local community organizations that offer services for adolescents and their families. The counseling services at Saint Frances Academy are available not only to the scholars but to their families as well. A parent may request to meet with one of our counselors at any time by contacting the Director of Counseling and Mental Health Services.

ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT PHILOSOPHY OF THE ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT The philosophy of the Saint Frances Academy athletic program, is to continue the legacy of Mother Mary Elizabeth Lange through the demonstration of academic excellence, character building, self-discipline, teamwork, and charity. Interscholastic sports are tools to further advance these goals through the representation of our school in athletic competition. Every scholar should have the opportunity to become involved in the athletic program; if not as an athlete, then as a valuable assistant serving as a manager or statistician. Coaches should strive at all levels, to develop and display the attitudes of good sportsmanship, good citizenship, and loyalty to the team. SPORTS TEAMS AND HEAD COACHES Athletic Director Nicholas Myles Assistant Athletic Director Messay Hailemariam

Fall Sports Boys’ Football Henry Russell/Biff Poggi Boys’ JV Football Andre Robinson Girls Volleyball Nytearia Burrell

Winter Sports Boys’ Varsity Basketball Nicholas Myles Boys’ JV Basketball Bernie Vaughn Girls’ Varsity Basketball Jerome Shelton Girls’ JV Basketball

Spring Sports Varsity Baseball Lavar Fowkles Golf Dr. Curtis Turner Track & Field Marlena Robinson ATHLETIC AMBASSADORS Scholar-athletes are the unofficial ambassadors of Saint Frances Academy. Your dress, language, and behavior are a reflection of what is taught and practiced at Saint Frances Academy. We must model ourselves to reflect the

34 Saint Frances Academy Student Handbook (Rev. 20200930) mission, history, and standards of our school. Therefore, any scholar-athlete who does not adhere to the guidelines established by the athletic department and coaches will be subject to disciplinary action. WINNING FORMULA At Saint Frances Academy, we define a winning formula as scholar-athletes having fun through participation, learning sport-specific skills, as well as life skills, demonstrating sportsmanship, win or lose, and conducting themselves always with class and character. SPORTSMANSHIP In all games that are played, you are to display proper respect for each other and your opponent. Win or lose, always do so graciously and with dignity. Be respectful of all fans, officials, players, and coaches regardless of how they conduct themselves. The mission and integrity of Saint Frances Academy and its athletic department comes first and foremost. NCAA ELIGIBILITY In order to be eligible for Division 1 sports, scholars must complete 16 core courses and earn at least a 2.3 unweighted GPA in those courses. Ten of the core courses must be completed prior to the start of their seventh semester. Seven of the ten core courses must be in English, math or science. His/her combined SAT or ACT sum score must match the Division I sliding scale. In order to be eligible for Division 2 sports, scholars must achieve a 2.0 unweighted GPA and the above requirements. *Note the SAT/ACT sliding scale is different. See Jerry Miles in the college counseling to register for the eligibility center after talking with your coaches.

Please visit www.ncaa.org/scholar-athletes/future/transcripts for more information.

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FAITH • SCHOLARSHIP • OPPORTUNITY • CHARACTER

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