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ATTENDANCE

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One of the greatest educational PRESENTS you can give your child is his/her PRESENCE in the classroom. Excessive absence lessens the chances of academic achievement and increases the probability of frustration and poor performance. For this reason, vacations taken while school is in session are strongly discouraged.  These vacations give the message that school is not that important and time missed can be easily made up - a message very damaging to the child’s whole educational year.  Schoolwork/homework will not be given in advance of such trips. Arrangements for a tutor are strongly advised.  When the child returns, assignments will be given and it is the responsibility of the parents to see that all are completed. Please schedule vacations for periods when school is not in session: Christmas, Easter, long weekends, etc.

Let us give the children the message that at this time in their lives, school is the number one priority.  If we do that, then we will certainly be pleased with the results.

If, however, due to illness your child must be absent, we ask that you call 610-543-0546 before 9:00am to report this absence.  Please give his/her name, grade, room number and reason for the absence.  AN ABSENCE NOTE IS REQUIRED BY STATE LAW upon the return of the child.  If the child is absent for more than three days at a time, a doctor’s note is required upon the return of the child. If you wish to pick up assignments, we ask you to call the office before 12noon, so that the teacher has time to prepare them. Then please pick up the assignments and books in your child’s homeroom at 2:40 PM.

Punctuality is also of great importance.  The school day begins at 8:00 AM and every child is expected to be in line at that time.  Children arriving late must report to the Business Office before going to their classroom.  They will be given a late slip to give to their teacher.  A parent conference will be called for any child who is consistently late.

In grades 5-8, infractions will be given for lateness.

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ASBESTOS PROGRAM

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Saint Francis of Assisi School has developed and maintains an Asbestos Inspection and Management Plan as required by the Asbestos Emergency Response Act of 1986 (AHERA).  A copy of the plan is available for your inspection at our administrative office located in the rectory during the hours of 9 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. The Anderson Consulting Engineers are the team we have chosen to handle all asbestos related issues pertaining to our parish and school facilities under the care of Charles Anderson as our program manager. All inquiries regarding our asbestos maintenance program will be handled through them.

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BULLYING POLICY

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Bullying is defined as behavior that is unfair and one-sided. It happens when someone keeps hurting, frightening, threatening, or leaving someone out on purpose. Bullying behaviors include physically hurting or threatening to hurt someone, social exclusion, insults, name-calling, mean gossip or rumors, and sexual bullying. At St. Francis, the consequences of bullying are as follows:

First Offense: Go over policy in handbook, give warning of consequences for future offenses, notify parents.

Second Offense: Pink card and mandatory referral to school counselor.

Third Offense: Suspension for two days. Parents must meet with principal and teachers to reinstate student.

Fourth Offense: Suspension with intent to dismiss

All incidents of bullying must be reported to the principal or teachers immediately.

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BUSING

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Busing is provided by the Public School Districts for students who live one mile or more from school.  Students are expected to be courteous to the driver and one another and obey safety regulations established by the districts.  A student who causes serious discipline problems may lose his/her riding privileges as determined by the public school district.  Upon receipt of three written warnings, the child will no longer be permitted to ride the bus. Only children registered with the bus company may ride the bus. Note Well: It is the responsibility of the parents to notify the school district providing transportation for their child if the child does not use the bus in the morning but requires it in the afternoon – and the reverse is also true.

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CAFETERIA

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The school cafeteria is located in Conway Hall, the building behind the Church, adjacent to the Kindergarten. The students eat their lunch there unless the weather is inclement. In that case, they eat in the classrooms. Snacks and drinks are offered daily in the kitchen behind the gym. On Mondays, there is a hot lunch offered, through the kindness of volunteers. The students pick up the pre-ordered hot lunch in the kitchen and then bring it to Conway Hall. Order forms and price lists will be on-line at our website. Students recess in the schoolyard only if there are sufficient monitors.

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CANCELLATION OF SCHOOL

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Our school cancellation number is 462.  It will be announced over the radio (on KYW 1060AM) IF SCHOOL IS TO BE CANCELLED OR WILL HAVE A DELAYED OPENING. To find out the status of the school, you may also watch NBC, ABC, or CBS. You may also go on-line at www.kyw1060.com or www.schoolnotes.com and go to the Principal’s corner.

A one hour delayed opening means there will be morning Kindergarten; a two-hour delay means no morning Kindergarten but there will be afternoon Kindergarten.  We cannot call for a delayed opening – only Springfield can do that. So, if Springfield calls for a delayed opening, we will follow that directive.

The emergency phone chain will only be used if we close school while it is in session for snow or some other emergency. Please be sure we have a number where you can be reached. You are not responsible for calling parents if school is cancelled before it begins.  Please do not call the rectory or school to determine the status of the school.

Anytime school is cancelled, so is the C.A.R.E.S program.

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Books, copybooks, and book covers may not be written on or torn.  If so, they will be replaced at the student’s expense. All textbooks must be covered at all times.

Students’ desks and materials are to be neat and clean at all times.

All areas of the building and grounds should be kept neat and left in order by anyone using them, including the bathrooms.

No student may enter a teacher’s desk, closet, office or books without specific permission

Furniture and materials damaged by students must be replaced at their expense.

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C.A.R.E.S. PROGRAM

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St. Francis of Assisi CARES Program will provide professional care, supervision, recreation, and enrichment activities for your child.  It serves working families who desire both parochial school education and supplementary day care in a Catholic environment. The program is available only to children enrolled in St. Francis of Assisi Parish School and only to those students registered in the program. Good behavior is expected of the children. Consistent misbehavior will result in dismissal from the program.  

For further information about this program, please call the school.

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CELL PHONES

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Students are permitted to have cell phones in their schoolbags but are not permitted to use them or have them turned on during school hours.

Students may not bring any electronic equipment such as CD players, video players, etc. or headsets to school.

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CLASS TRIPS

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Class trips are NOT optional.  They are educational experiences which all students are expected to attend. Parents will be notified by a permission form of all trips to areas outside the immediate school environment. The permission slip must be signed by a parent or guardian before the child is permitted to go on the trip.  A student’s everyday conduct must be consistent with the school’s conduct code, otherwise the teacher reserves the right to not permit a student to accompany his/her class on the trip.

The reception of three pink cards will automatically prevent the student from going on a class trip.  Assignments will be given to that student to do at home and will be expected to be given to the teacher on the next class day. The student will also be counted as absent for that day.  If the assignments are not completed to the satisfaction of the teacher, an automatic suspension will be the consequence.

Tuition must be paid in full before a student may go on a field trip. All chaperones must have all clearances on file before being permitted to go on a field trip.

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COMMUNICATIONS

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In order to be responsible stewards of our environment, we are going to go “paperless” in the school year 2007-2008. All information, forms, and flyers will be available on our website, www.SFAschool.com under the heading “Tuesday Envelope”. Anyone who does not have access to the Internet will receive paper copies of the information, but they are also urged to obtain access as soon as possible since this is the preferred method of communication and paper copies will not be sent home after the school year 2007-2008.

Our teachers and principal will also post information and messages on www.Schoolnotes.com.

The proper procedure for handling questions, problems, and/or concerns having to do with classroom policies, and decisions is:

            1. Discuss with the teacher.

                        Teachers are always available for conferences, but an appointment must be

                        made at least 24 hours in advance.  This creates a more positive and

                        productive conference.  Please respect the privacy of the teachers and

                        DO NOT call them at home.

2. If further discussion is deemed necessary, contact the principal and a    conference with the teacher, parents, and principal will be set up.

Since we are all committed to doing what is best for the students, it is vital that we work together in a mutually supportive atmosphere.  It is also of paramount importance that we teach the students - BY EXAMPLE - how to solve a problem and listening to all sides involved is the first step.

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CONDUCT

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The Code of Conduct for St. Francis of Assisi Parish School is based on the Golden Rule: we are to treat others as we would like to be treated.  We are a community dedicated to the teaching of Jesus Christ as exemplified by our patron saint and as such we work together to be instruments of His peace to each other.

Just as in all of life there are consequences to our actions, there are consequences in our school community for those who do not follow our code of conduct. In grades 5-8, Infraction papers will be signed weekly by parents, thus keeping you informed of the behavior/effort of your children.

Pink cards will be issued for serious infractions of the code and must be signed by parents and returned to the homeroom teacher.  The issuance of these cards means an automatic “2” in the conduct mark on the report card.

Some reasons for the reception of a pink card could be:

1. Fighting                                                        6. Chronic lateness

2. Abusive/obscene language or gestures           7. Direct disobedience

3. Cheating/Stealing/Plagiarism/Lying     8. Not returning a signed pink card

4. Continual violation of dress code                   9. Continual misbehavior                      

5. Habitually unprepared for class                   10. Harassment of other students         

The reception of THREE pink cards will be grounds for an in-school suspension and TWO suspensions will be grounds for dismissal.

A suspension necessitates a conduct grade of “1” on the report card.

Grounds for immediate suspension and possible dismissal are:

1.      Disrespectful behavior of any kind toward or about any staff, student, volunteers or other parent of a student.

            2. Possession of weapons, drugs, alcohol, cigarettes

            3. Cheating, plagiarism, or stealing

            4. Not attending an in-school suspension

            5. Leaving the school grounds without permission   

            6. Bomb scares or triggering other false alarms

            7. Intimidation, harassment, or threats of any kind.

            8. Physical or emotional abuse of students, staff, parents

These categories do not cover every possible situation. The school is responsible for determining what is appropriate or inappropriate behavior, both in and out of the classroom, in the school community generally, and outside the school community where such improper behavior affects the school community.

Conduct by students or parents/guardians, or anyone acting on their behalf, incompatible with the educational and religious mission of the school is grounds for disciplinary action, including but not limited to immediate dismissal of the student, as well as reporting the incident to the appropriate legal authorities.

In addition, in the case of threats of violence or harassment, in any form, including oral, written, or electronic, by a student against a member of the school community, the student, if suspended but not dismissed, may be required to have psychological or psychiatric clearance before returning to school.

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To be a member of the SFA CYO athletic program is a privilege – not a right.   When a boy or girl puts on a SFA CYO uniform, he/she represents his/her parish.  Therefore, in order to safeguard the integrity of the CYO program, she/he is expected to act in a Christian manner; to honor the student code of conduct; and to contribute to the overall good of the SFA CYO sports program.

A student who fails to comply with the CYO guidelines – either on the Archdiocesan or local level – or with a team regulation as determined by his/her coach, will be held accountable for his/her actions and dealt with in an appropriate manner.

Any student suspended from his/her school will lose eligibility in the CYO for the length of the suspension.

Any student expelled from his/her school will lose eligibility in the CYO program for the remainder of the school year during which the expulsion occurred.

For further information, see the CYO Handbook.

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DRESS CODE

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The uniform for the students of St. Francis is as follows:

            GIRLS:            Grades K-6      Green Plaid Jumper -

                                                            Yellow Blouse

                                                            Navy Blue Knee Socks

                                                            Navy Blue Sweater (SFA logo or plain)

                                                            Navy, Brown, or Black oxfords or loafers

            GIRLS:            Grades 7 & 8   Navy blue jumper – with SFA insignia

 HEM MUST REACH TOP OF

                                                                        THE KNEES !

                                                            same as grades K-6

            BOYS:             Grades K-8      Navy Blue DRESS pants and belt

                                                            Yellow shirt

                                                            Green plaid tie

                                                            Navy Blue Sweater (SFA logo or plain)

                                                            Navy, Brown, or Black oxfords or loafers

Heels on shoes must not exceed one inch. No flip-flops are allowed.

Docksiders are not allowed since they do not stay tied and children trip on the laces.

SUMMER UNIFORM:

Dress blue uniform shorts or skort and yellow knit shirts are for hot weather wear.  They may be worn through September and October and in June. These times may change at the discretion of the principal.  Shorts and skorts are to be worn with white socks, and sneakers. Sneakers may NOT have wheels on them.

Any cold weather clothing may be worn TO school but once in the classroom, only the school uniform may be worn.

No jewelry - with the exception of post earrings for girls only, watches, or religious medals - no nail polish, or make-up are permitted at St. Francis. Earrings may only be worn on the ears - no other parts of the body, such as nose, lips, etc. Boys may not wear earrings.

Boys and girls are to have their hair arranged in an appropriate manner. No fad haircuts are permitted. Boys’ hair should not touch the collar of their shirt and may not be worn as a tail.  Girls may not wear large clips or bows in their hair. For both boys and girls, bangs should be above the eyebrows. Neither boys' nor girls' hair may be color-treated or bleached. Consequence of not following these directives will be a pink card.

The chewing of gum is forbidden anywhere on the parish/school property. Failure to abide by this rule will result in a pink card.

GYM UNIFORM:  On the day your child has gym, the following gym uniform is to be worn to and from school:

                                                St. Francis Sweatsuit – gray with logo

                                                St. Francis Shorts – green mesh with logo

                                                St. Francis T-shirt – gray with logo

                                                Sneakers – may be any color but NO WHEELS, please!

Neatness and cleanliness in personal attire are part of a child's education and the responsibility of the parents. When a child looks and feels good about him/herself, he/she acts and works accordingly.

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No student may use, possess, sell or distribute alcohol or other substances, nor use or possess paraphernalia for the purpose of illicit/inappropriate drug use on school grounds or at school - sponsored events.  The term “alcohol, drugs, and other substances” shall be construed throughout this policy to refer to use of all substances including, but not limited to: alcohol, all forms of tobacco, inhalable substances, marijuana, depressant drugs, stimulants, hallucinogenic drugs, and steroids.  The inappropriate and/or illegal use of prescription and over-the-counter drugs shall also be prohibited.  Prescription medication for personal use shall be allowed only under the supervision of school medical personnel, with written orders from a physician.  If a child must take a medication, it must be given to the teacher in the morning with written instructions. No child may have medications of any kind in his/her possession.

Any student found to be in violation of the above policy will be immediately suspended and possibly expelled.

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EMERGENCY PROVISIONS

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In the event of an emergency where the children are not permitted to leave the school, emergency food and water will be provided for them. These are purchased at the beginning of the year through funds collected for that purpose.

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“HATS DAYS”

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Every month, on a day specified on the monthly calendar, the children may dress down if they bring in one dollar. The money collected is sent to a variety of charities. Anyone may request that the money be sent to a charity of their choice. When this tradition was begun, the children were permitted to wear a hat and over time, the day evolved into a dress down day. However, even though it is a dress down day, the students are expected to dress in a manner appropriate to a Catholic school student.

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HOMEWORK

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It has been recognized by most educational experts that homework is an essential ingredient to academic success.  Homework refers to an assignment made by a teacher that will positively reinforce a concept presented in class and includes both written and study assignments.  Homework assignments should be such that they can be done by the student independently.  While this does not preclude parental help or interest, the assignment should not require undue parental assistance or supervision.  No parent should ever complete an assignment for a student. This action deprives the student of an important educational experience and teaches them to be dishonest.

The following time allotment is suggested by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia for homework.  This includes both written and study assignments:

                                    Grades 1-2                   30 minutes

                                    Grades 3-4                   60 minutes

                                    Grades 5-6                   90 minutes

                                    Grades 7-8                 120 minutes

Independent reading assignments are exclusive of homework time.  We strongly urge a structured, scheduled homework period.  Homework should ALWAYS take precedence over sports or other activities - again, sending the message that school is the number one priority. A grade for homework is incorporated into the subject mark at the end of each trimester. Failure to complete homework will adversely affect the mark and in grades 5-8, an infraction will be issued.

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HONORS

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Every trimester, the following honors will be issued to students in Grades 5-8 who merit them:

            Academic Honors         -           Students must receive a 4 or 3 in Conduct and

Effort with a 93 general average and no academic mark below 90.

            Academic Achievement -          Students must receive a 4 or 3 in Conduct and

Effort with a 90 general average and no academic mark below 85.

            Honors                         -           Students must receive a 4 in Conduct and

                                                            Effort and attain a passing grade in all academic

                                                            subjects.

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LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS

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The primary reason for our existence is the teaching of the faith of Jesus Christ through the truths of the Roman Catholic Church as is stated in our School Mission Statement. Because of this, we expect all children to be present for all liturgical celebrations, such as Christmas Tableau and May Procession.

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NOTIFICATIONS

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Please notify the Business Office as soon as possible if you should have a change of address or phone number - at your residence or place of business.  We must also have at least two emergency numbers where you can be reached should the need arise - if these numbers change, please notify us IMMEDIATELY. Parents are also responsible to notify the homeroom moderator and person before them on the emergency list if their phone numbers are changed.

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NURSE

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Our school nurse, Mrs. Candy Penza, is in school three days a week. You will be notified at the beginning of the year what those days are. Parents are encouraged to call her with any medical concerns. She can be reached through the main school number – 610-543-0546. It is imperative that the nurse is kept up-to-date on all medical issues concerning the students.

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PARTIES

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Permission must be given by the principal for any party to be held in school. Money must never be collected unless this has been discussed with the principal. Please check with the homeroom teacher before bringing any party treats to school.

Invitations to private parties in the home are not permitted to be distributed at school unless the parent has made sure that all the children in the class have been invited. For a child to be excluded is simply too painful an experience for us to allow.

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PROGRESS REPORTS

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Progress Reports will no longer be issued since the parents may ascertain their child’s grades at any time by going on-line to www.gradeconnect.com. However, written failure warnings will be issued mid-trimester to any student who is in danger of failing a subject.

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REPORT CARDS

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Report cards are issued three times a year for grades 1-8 – in December, March, and June. Marks on the report card are determined by:

                        1. Teacher judgment

                        2. Test grades/quizzes

                        3. Class work

                        4. Homework

                        5. Class participation

                        6. Independent projects

Careful review of the report cards is essential. Parents must stress with their children that the non-academic progress (effort and conduct) is as important as the academic progress because the “left hand side” of the report card directly affects the “right hand side”.

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SAFE ENVIRONMENT

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In order to provide a safe environment for the children, everyone who has any contact whatsoever with the children must have on file here the following:

Child Abuse Clearance and Pennsylvania Criminal History Record. The application forms for these are in the rectory and will be paid for by the parish.

Everyone must also have attended a “Protecting God’s Children” workshop. To find out the times and places for these workshops, go to www.virtus.org. This includes anyone accompanying the children on field trips. At the end of the workshop, you will be given a certificate of attendance. Please send this to school and it will be kept on file here.

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SCHOOL HOURS

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KINDERGARTEN:                 8:00 AM to 10:45 AM (Morning Session)

                                                11:55 AM to 2:40 PM (Afternoon Session)

GRADES 1-8:                          8:00 AM to 2:40 PM

                                                Lunch:  Grades 1-4:  11:30-12:15 PM

                                                Grades 5-8:  12:15-12:55 PM

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STANDARDIZED TESTING

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In October, the Terra Nova test is administered to Grades 4,5,6,7,8. In March, it is administered to Grades 2 and 3. The purpose of the test is to see how well the children are progressing. No undue pressure should be exerted on them concerning this test, but it is advisable to make sure they have sufficient sleep in preparation for the test. Since it is difficult to make up a test of this nature, attendance during the days of the testing is strongly desired.

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STATIONERY STORE

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The school Stationery Store is located in the Upper Building, 2^nd floor, outside the faculty room. It is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 7:50 AM-8:00 AM. Students may purchase supplies during those times. A list of items we sell and their prices is sent home at the beginning of the year.

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SCHOOLBAGS

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Every student is to carry a schoolbag or backpack. Books are very expensive and they must be protected against the weather. Students will not be allowed to carry books home unless they are in a schoolbag or backpack.

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SKATEBOARDS/SCOOTERS

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These are not permitted on the grounds of the parish and/or school, at any time.

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TECHNOLOGY

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See “Acceptable Use Policy” at the end of this Handbook. Contract must be signed by both students and parents and returned to the technology teacher before being permitted to use the computers in the lab or the classrooms.

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School Business Office             -           610-543-0546

                                                            610-543-5027

Parish Rectory                          -           610-543-0848

Gymnasium Pay Phone -           610-543-9832

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TRANSPORTATION

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THE SAFETY OF THE STUDENTS IS AT STAKE HERE AND THE COOPERATION OF ALL THE PARENTS IS REQUIRED!  Please follow these instructions:

            1. When dropping off children in the morning, we ask that you enter Orchard Rd.

                 from SAXER, travel down to LOWNES, stop at Leonard Hall, drop off the

                 children, then exit to SAXER from JOHNSTON. PLEASE DO NOT TURN

                 ON TO JOHNSTON AVE. FROM SAXER AVE.

            2. Directions for Afternoon Dismissal:

               Please park ONLY in the Rectory parking lot - but not in front of the Rectory

               garages.  Please do NOT park on Lownes, Johnston, Saxer, or the parking lot

               next to the Ward building. All children who are to be picked up will be walked

               to the Rectory parking lot and dismissed from there.  Your convenience is NOT

more important than the life of a child and unless everyone obeys these rules,     one  of these days someone is going to get hurt.

No bikes may be ridden in the schoolyard - the bikes must be walked off the property. Only students in Grades 5-8 may bring bikes to school.  Once the bikes are parked, NO ONE may go near them for any reason.  It is the law in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania that helmets must be worn when riding bikes - and it is the law at St. Francis, also.

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TUITION AND FEES

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It is vitally important, for the good of the whole community, that all tuition and fees be paid on time.

Passes will be issued to those who have paid their tuition on time.  These Passes must  be used in order for the children to attend classes.  The Passes will be needed on three (3) occasions during the school year:

                                    (1) In September - the first day of school

                                    (2) In January     - the first day of school after Christmas vacation

                                    (3) In March/April - the first day of school after Easter

(1) The Passes for September will be issued when July and August payments are paid.

(2) The Passes for January will be issued when (July, August), September, October,                  November, and December payments are paid.

(3) The Passes for March/April will be issued when previous months are paid including January, February, March/April.

When the payments are made by the 15th of the month prior to Pass issuance, the Passes will be mailed to you.  After the 15th of the month, you must bring the payment to the rectory in order to receive your Passes.

Tuition must be paid in full before the registration for the next year can be obtained.

Tuition must be paid in full before a child can go on a field trip.

In addition to the tuition, parents are required to make a weekly donation of at least $15.00 in the collection basket during Mass.

REGISTRATION FEE - $90.00 per child payable at the time of registration.

LUNCH FEE - $65.00 a year per family, payable in two installments. This money pays those who monitor the lunch room and lunch yard every day during the lunch period.  Envelopes will be sent home to each family in September and January - payment is due upon receipt of the envelope. Your cooperation in paying this fee immediately is most appreciated.  Repeatedly calling and sending reminders to those who are delinquent is unnecessarily time-consuming.

ART FEE - $10.00 a year for each child. This helps to defray the cost of art paper, construction paper, paints, and other art supplies used during the course of the year for various projects in all subjects. This fee will appear on the Stationery list given to the children on the first day of school and is due on the first full day of classes.

EMERGENCY SUPPLY FEE: $5.00 a year for each child. This will cover the cost of water and food which will be purchased as provisions in the case of emergencies where the children are not able to be dismissed from school.

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VISITORS

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ALL visitors, parents or otherwise, are to report to the Business Office. No parents or any other visitors are to go to the classrooms during class time as we consider this an issue of safety. Students who are leaving early due to sickness or a doctor’s appointment that cannot be scheduled at any other time are to report to the office to be signed out.

Parents must also sign out any student who is leaving before dismissal, for any reason. State law prohibits us from dismissing a student during school hours unless accompanied by an adult.

If at all possible, every effort should be made to arrange for medical and dental appointments during non-school hours. Students may not be excused early without written permission (GREEN CARD) presented BEFORE the appointment to the teacher and signed by the homeroom teacher.

If a student should forget a lunch, book, assignment, etc., please leave them in the Business Office with name and room number on them.  No student may call home to ask parents to bring to school forgotten items (this includes lunches, but do not worry - we will not let them starve!).  We must work together to teach them to be responsible children so they will be responsible adults.

No student may use the telephone at any time without permission.

Teachers are not to be interrupted while classes are in session, either to answer the telephone or to confer with parents.  If you have a question or concern to discuss with the teacher, the proper procedure for handling these can be found under “COMMUNICATIONS” in this handbook.

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WEBSITES

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Saint Francis of Assisi Parish Website: www..SFAPARISH.org

Saint Francis of Assisi School Website: www.SFAschool.com

E-Mail Address:                                    www.Schoolnotes.com

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YARD DUTY

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1. All lunch monitors are to be treated with respect and obedience.  If not, the principal expects to be informed IMMEDIATELY.

2. The children are not to go anywhere near the Kindergarten when they are playing in the schoolyard.

3. Only round Nerf balls and Nerf footballs are allowed in the yard.  No other kind of ball is permitted.

4. No one may interfere in the game of others.

5. Jump ropes are permitted as long as they are used properly.

6. No child may re-enter the classrooms unless given permission by the Lunch Monitor.

AGREEMENT PAPER

When you have read this handbook, please sign below on the appropriate lines. Then tear out this page and return the page to school via your child.  ALL AGREEMENT PAPERS ARE DUE BY FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2007.

My children and I have read the Handbook of St. Francis of Assisi Parish School and hereby agree to comply with all the rules and regulations set forth therein.

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Signature of Parent                                                               Signature of Parent

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Student                                                                                   Grade

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Student                                                                                   Grade

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Student                                                                                   Grade

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Student                                                                                   Grade

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DATE

Pastor                                          Rev. Salvatore M. Riccio

Parochial Vicar                                 Rev. Mark S. Kunigonis

Kindergarten                                    Mrs. Kathleen Halladay

Kindergarten Aide                               Mrs. Geralyn Ernst

Grade 1 Room 1                                  Mrs. Mary Beth Smalarz

Grade 1 Room 4                                  Mrs. Maureen Robinson

Grade 2 Room 2                                  Mrs. Stacey Dougherty

Grade 2 Aide                                    Mrs. Denise Benton

Grade 3 Room 5                                  Ms. Jill Sinclair

Grade 3 Room 6                                  Ms. Veronica Marron

Grade 4 Room 8                                  Mrs. Traci Ryan

Grade 4 Room 9                                  Ms. Kacie Green

Grade 5 Room 11                                 Mrs. Krysia Penning

Grade 5 Room 12                                 Mrs. Deborah Wylie

Grade 6 Room 10                                 Mrs. Dolores Aragona

Grade 6 Room 13                                 Mrs. Ann Bakey

Grade 7 Room 15                                 Ms. Mary Woods

Grade 7 Room 16                                 Mrs. Elizabeth Huenerfauth

Grade 8 Room 14                                 Mrs. Dorothy Meluskey

Grade 8 Room 17                                 Mrs. Susan Miller

Computer/Gym                                    Mrs. Kathleen Nolan

Administrative Assistant                        Mrs. Helen Kirby

Faculty Aide                                    Mrs. Geralyn Ernst

Nurse                                           Mrs. Candace Penza

Principal                                       Miss Jill Carroll

Saint Francis of Assisi Parish Logo

The cross is placed at the center of this symbol because the cross of

 Jesus Christ

 is at the heart of our faith.

The wheat represents the Eucharist.

As a Catholic community, Eucharist is central to who we are –

a Christ-centered people called to receive Eucharist and

be Eucharist to one another.

Following the Lord Jesus and in the spirit of Saint Francis of Assisi,

the hands are ones of service

 reaching out to those in need.

They are also hands of welcome,

 receiving and accepting one another in our diversity.

Pax et Bonum (peace and every good) is a Franciscan greeting.

Francis of Assisi instructed the Brothers to greet one another this way.

 Today this greeting is found above doorways in Assisi.

The circle that surrounds this logo represents the never-ending circle

 of Christian love.

As the parish of Saint Francis of Assisi,

 we celebrate all this symbol represents

 and pray that as a Eucharistic community,

 we may live its meaning

 in our daily lives.

PAX ET BONUM

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