Student & Parent Handbook

2 0 2 1 - 2 0 2 2 PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK PRIDEPRIDE ININ OUROUR PAST.PAST. FAITHFAITH ININ OUROUR FUTURE.FUTURE. Welcome to St. John Interparochial School! Thank you for being a part of our Eagle family! St. John School has been providing quality Catholic education for more than 165 years, and we look forward to the opportunity to continue that tradition this school year. Catholic Schools operate under contract law; this handbook constitutes the contract between St. John School and the parent(s)/guardian(s) of our students, and students themselves. By enrolling in St. John School, parent(s)/guardian(s) and students agree to abide by the policies and regulations set forth herein. School administration has tried to be as explicit as possible in the handbook’s development, but we recognize that new, unusual, and unexpected situations may arise during the course of the school year, and reserve the authority to use our discretion in circumstances to which handbook policies to not precisely apply. School administration also reserves the right to amend the handbook during the school year if necessary, and will provide proper notification of any changes. If any provision of the handbook is deemed ambiguous by any person, the interpretation of that provision shall rest with school administration. Families should familiarize themselves with the information contained in this handbook, then sign and return the Parent/Student Handbook Agreement at the beginning of the school year. Parental Cooperation Statement The education of a student is a partnership between parents/guardians and the school; parental cooperation is necessary to ensure that students receive a quality education and the school functions in an orderly manner. The school administration will make reasonable and fair efforts to resolve any conflicts that may arise with our families. However, the school administration reserves the right to require the withdrawal of a student should it be determined that parental cooperation is not forthcoming, or in the event that the parent/guardian of an enrolled student engages in conduct determined to be harmful to St. John School or its faculty, staff, and students. St. John School will follow the ongoing guidance of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) regarding health-care issues generally, and particularly with respect to the COVID-19 virus and schools. All members of the School community (including without limitation faculty, school staff, cafeteria staff, students, parents of students, volunteers, and visitors) must follow all applicable CDC and LDH guidelines, policies, and procedures at all times when they are physically present on the School's campus or participating in a School-related activity. Mission St. John Interparochial School provides a disciplined, nurturing environment guided by Catholic values, where students grow through rigorous academic experiences, faith and moral formation, and opportunities for service and leadership. Motto In Cruce Salus (In the Cross, there is Salvation) Mascot Eagle Memberships Interparochial Church Parishes: Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge Our Lady of Prompt Succor, White Castle, National Catholic Education Association Louisiana Alliance for Catholic Education St. Gabriel, St. Gabriel, Louisiana Catholic Schools Athletic Association St. John the Baptist, Brusly, Louisiana Catholic School Athletic League St. Joseph, Grosse Tete, Louisiana Iberville Chamber of Commerce St. John the Evangelist, Plaquemine, Louisiana Approved by Louisiana State Department of Education; Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Administration Reverend Gregory Daigle, Superintendent, Pastor of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church Cherie B. Schlatre, Principal Brittany Dupont, Assistant Principal Lisa Morel, Assistant Principal Amy Bergeron, Dean of Students Yvette Johnson, School Counselor Kellie Miller, School Counselor Coby Minton, Boys Athletic Director Cindy Prouty, Girls Athletic Director Office Staff Kristen Albert, School Secretary Suzan Bezet, Bookkeeper Jennifer Gautreaux, School Secretary Heather Harrell, Office Aide Carol Mancuso, Athletic Secretary Contact Information High School Campus Elementary/Middle School Campus 24250 Regina St. 58645 St. Clement Ave. Plaquemine, LA 70764 Plaquemine, LA 70764 Office: (225) 687-3056 Office: (225) 687-6616 FAX: (225) 687-6280 www.stjohnschool.org www.facebook.com/stjohnschooleagles Instagram: sjs_eagles Twitter: @SJS_ Eagles TABLE OF CONTENTS Admissions......................................................................................1-2 Extracurriculars.......................................55 Tuition & Fees.................................................................................3 Athletics................................................56-57 St. John Cafeteria............................................................................4 Bingo Requirements for Parents.......58 Attendance.......................................................................................5 Family Service Program..........................62-63 Absences......................................................................................6-7 Communications.....................................64-65 Return to School..........................................................................8 Miscellaneous Policies............................66-67 Tardiness......................................................................................9 Medication Policy................................68 Campus............................................................................................10 Diocesan Appeals.....................................69-70 Arrival & Departure Procedures..................................................11-13 Withdrawls................................................71 Authorized Areas...........................................................................14 School Uniforms............................................................................15-18 Appendix Casual Days.................................................................................19 Graduation Requirements and Dress at School Sponsored Events...........................................20 Course Progression Academic Excellence......................................................................21-23 Financial Aid Options Academic Policies for Grades K-8............................................24 Technology Addendum Academic Policies for Grades 9-12...........................................25 Extended Day Care Form Grading Scale...............................................................................26 Promotion/Retention Policies...................................................28-30 Reporting, Requesting, and Communicating Grades.............31 Calculating GPA for Graduation...............................................32 Counseling........................................................................................33-34 Spiritual and Faith Formation........................................................35 Christian Service Program..........................................................35 Attendance at Mass & Assemblies.............................................36 Discipline...........................................................................................37-40 Disciplinary Consequences & Infractions.....................................41-46 Additional School & Diocesan Policies Regarding Discipline...47 Harassment, Hazing, Bullying Policy........................................47 Search & Seizure...........................................................................48 Threat of Violence.......................................................................48 Weapons........................................................................................49 Moral Turpitude/Off Campus Conduct...................................49 Student Involvement with Law Officers Diocesan Policy......49 Pregnancy......................................................................................50 Diocesan Substance Abuse Policy..............................................51 Additional Substance Abuse Policy St. John............................52 Portable Electronic Communicating Devices at St. John.......53 Technology- Acceptable Use of the Internet............................54 Admissions Regular registration for returning and new students is held each spring. Current students whose fees are up-to-date will be provided with the necessary registration materials; current students whose fees are delinquent are not allowed to register until all delinquent fees are paid. Instructions for online registration for new applicants are posted to the school website. All fees required at the time of registration are non-refundable; returning and new students who register after the scheduled registration period will pay an additional fee for late registration. Students who are offered admission are not considered enrolled until all applicable registration fees have been paid and documentation submitted, even if online registration has been completed. All students in grades K-12 who are offered admission and enroll in St. John School are considered provisionally accepted for a period of 90 days, beginning with the first calendar day of the school year. (See Pre-K Enrollment Clause for probationary information in Pre-K3 and Pre-K4). Students may also be provisionally accepted for

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