2016-17 St. Mary School Parent & Student Handbook | Page 1 C O D E O F C O N D U C T from the Diocese of San Jose O
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C O D E O F C O N D U C T From the Diocese of San Jose Office for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults Every youth is expected to act in a Christ-like manner. Every youth is expected to be respectful. Every youth is expected to follow the rules and policies as given. Every youth is expected to cooperate with classmates, teachers, peers, & leaders Every youth is expected to communicate in an appropriate manner. Every youth is expected to respect the personal boundaries and property of others. Every youth is expected to promote and support a safe, fun, and healthy environment through positive participation. NO YOUTH WILL TOLERATE ABUSE OF ANY KIND 2016-17 St. Mary School Parent & Student Handbook | Page 1 DAILY SCHEDULE Regular Day TK-8 School Bell: 8 A.M. Regular Dismissal 1-8 Transitional Kindergarten 3:00 P.M. Recess 9:30 – 9:50 A.M. Lunch 11:15 – 12:00 P.M. Assembly Days Dismissal 2:30 P.M. (MTThF) Each Wednesday, school begins with an 12:30 P.M. (Wednesdays) Assembly at 8 A.M. Students are dismissed at 2:30 P.M. Kindergarten Recess 9:45 – 10:15 A.M. Minimum Day Lunch 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. Every third Wednesday of each month and Dismissal 3:00 P.M. (MTThF) other designated days, 12:30 P.M. (Wednesdays) students are dismissed at 12:30 P.M. Grades 1-5 Recess 10:15 – 10:35 A.M. Lunch 12:15 – 1:00 P.M. Grades 6-8 Recess 10:10 – 10:25 A.M. Lunch 12:30 – 1:10 P.M. ST. MARY OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL 30 Lyndon Avenue | Los Gatos CA 95030 | www.stmaryslg.org Office Hours Monday-Friday 7:45 A.M. to 3:45 P.M. Phone Numbers School Office 408-354-3944 School Fax Number 408-395-9151 Cougars Corner After School Care 408-354-2989 Parish Office 408-354-3726 Pastoral Ministries Office 408-354-4061 2016-17 St. Mary School Parent & Student Handbook | Page 2 EVENTS AND HOLIDAY SCHEDULE 2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR August "nice" free dress 1st & 2nd day of school January continued 1 School office re-opens, 10am-3pm 28-29 Catholic Schools Week Masses 16 New Family Orientation/Buddy Potluck 30-Feb. 3 Catholic Schools Week 18 9am-12:30pm First day of school 19 8am start, 12:30pm dismissal February 19 8am-Coffee/donut welcome-Hofmann 2 7:00pm - State of the School Address-Gym 22 8am start, regular schedule begins 3 11:00am - VIP Mass - FORMAL UNIFORM 26 8:30am - School Mass - FORMAL UNIFORM 3 12:30pm dismissal - minimum day 31 7pm - Back to School Night, Grades TK-8 10 Registration Deposit DUE (for 2017/2018) 15 12:30pm dismissal - minimum day September 20-24 NO SCHOOL - Winter Break 1 Spirit Shirt Order Forms DUE 2 NO SCHOOL - Faculty In-Service March 5 NO SCHOOL - Labor Day 1 9am - Ash Wed Mass - FORMAL UNIFORM 21 8:30am - School Mass - FORMAL UNIFORM 3 Trimester 2 ends 21 12:30pm dismissal - minimum day 10 9am-12pm - Lenten Reconciliation 15 12:30pm dismissal - minimum day October 17 8:30am-Father's Day Service-FORMAL UNI 7 12:30pm Dismissal for Country Fair 7-9 COUNTRY FAIR!! April 10 10am - Late Start for students 4 8:30am-School Mass - FORMAL UNIFORM 16-21 Book Fair - Library 13 11am-Holy Thurs Prayer Svc-FORMAL UNI 17-21 12:30pm dismissal, Parent/Student Conf 13 12:30pm dismissal - minimum day 21 8:30am - School Mass - FORMAL UNIFORM 14 NO SCHOOL - Good Friday 23 10am - TK-K Open House 17-21 NO SCHOOL - Easter Break 31 8:15am-Halloween parade, 12:30 dismissal May November 1 8am - May Crowning-blacktop 1 9am - School Mass - FORMAL UNIFORM 5 NO SCHOOL - Faculty In-Service 11 Trimester 1 ends 17 8:30am-School Mass - FORMAL UNIFORM 16 12:30pm dismissal - minimum day 17 10:30am - Mother's Day Brunch 22 12:30pm dismissal - minimum day 17 12:30pm dismissal - minimum day 23-25 NO SCHOOL - THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY 20 Spring Fundraiser-Campo di Bocce 23-25 Fine Arts Festival December 25 Spring Sing 2 NO SCHOOL - Faculty In-Service 29 NO SCHOOL - Memorial Day Holiday 8 8:30am - School Mass - FORMAL UNIFORM 16 12:30pm dismissal - minimum day June 19 NO SCHOOL - Christmas Vacation begins 1 10:45am-Baccalaureate Mass-FORMAL UNIFORM 2 5:00pm - 8th Grade Graduation January 6 9am - Kindergarten Ceremony 3 School resumes 7 Blue & Gold Day - 12:30pm dismissal 13 NO SCHOOL - Faculty In-Service 8 8:30am - School Mass - "nice" free dress 16 NO SCHOOL - Martin Luther King Holiday 8 10:30am dismissal - last day of school! 18 12:30pm dismissal - minimum day 24 TK-K Parent Info Night 2016-17 St. Mary School16-17AnnualCal Parent & Student Handbook | Page 3 8/3/16 PARENT & STUDENT AGREEMENT Family Name Student Name Grade I/We and my/our child(ren) have read this Parent & Student Handbook and understand that the policies and guidelines outlined herewith are necessary for the safe and successful operation of St. Mary School. We will make every effort to comply with and support school rules and policies and acknowledge with our initials that we have reviewed the information compiled in this Handbook, especially the ones highlighted below: o Academics on Page 25 o Acceptable Use Policy on Page 6 o Attendance on Page 32 o Discipline on Page 30 o Uniforms on Page 37 I/We will not participate in destructive criticism of the Administration, faculty, staff, or the school to my child or others in person or via electronic media. If a problem arises, I/we will contact the teacher or administrator directly, resolving the conflict in a Christ-like manner. I/We have read and signed this form and will return it to the School Office by Friday, September 9, 2016. Parent Signature Parent Signature PLEASE PRINT, SIGN AND RETURN TO SCHOOL OFFICE BY FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2016 2016-17 St. Mary School Parent & Student Handbook | Page 4 JUNIOR HIGH CODE OF CONDUCT I, _____________________________ have read and agree to the following Code of Conduct and Behavior: I commit to showing respect at all times: to St. Mary teachers, administrators, volunteers, and students, as well as to the school environment and the property and materials of others. I commit to being a person of integrity in my thoughts, words, and actions — in my individual work and in my interactions with those around me. I commit to being responsible for my learning, my behavior, and my attitude. § I will arrive prepared for class with my books and materials, my work, and a positive learning attitude. § I will remain focused and engaged in class, and will stay on task during both independent and group work. § I will follow written and verbal directions when first presented, knowing that I may ask questions for clarification. § I will cooperate with my teachers, school administrators and school volunteers, and respond to them in a timely and respectful manner. § I will use technology appropriately and in accordance with St. Mary Acceptable Use Agreement. § I will not use the work of others and claim it as my own. § I acknowledge and will follow all policies and guidelines outlined in the Student/Parent Handbook and established in each classroom. I have read the above statements, and I understand them. I agree to follow these rules, and those established in all classrooms, to the best of my ability. I understand that there are consequences as outlined in the school’s discipline policy that could negatively impact my ability to qualify for awards and recognitions as well as a satisfactory grade in conduct. Student Signature Date Parent Signature Parent Signature 2016-17 St. Mary School Parent & Student Handbook | Page 5 ST. MARY SCHOOL ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY Philosophy Regarding the Use of Technology St. Mary School is proud to be able to offer our students, staff, and guests access to digital technology, including wireless internet and online applications. We believe in leveraging the power of technology to enhance learning and connectedness so that we can better prepare our students to succeed in a global society. Acceptable Use Policy St. Mary School adheres to the Diocese of San Jose Acceptable Use Policy for Internet, Equipment, Software, and Technology Communications and expects all its students, staff, and parents to comply with said policy in order to avail of the BYOD program. By signing the Acceptable Use Policy, parents and students signify their consent to be governed by said policy. Conditions for Use of Personal Computing Device In addition to the diocesan policy, St. Mary School gives students the privilege to use personal computing devices solely for educational purposes under the following conditions: § St. Mary School makes no guarantees to students and parents regarding the use of the personal computing device, and it is not responsible for any damages arising from its use. § Usage of personal computing device while attending St. Mary School will be subject to ALL conditions imposed by the student handbook and outlined in the Diocese of San Jose Acceptable Use Policy. § St. Mary School requires complete administrative access to the device when used at school. § St. Mary School will not be responsible for any data stored on the personal computing device. It is the student’s responsibility to back-up any and all data contained in the device including personal music, movies, pictures and other applications and files. The St. Mary School Google drive is available for use to back-up unlimited data. § Installation and use of any third party software or hardware will not be supported.