INCARNATION PARISH SCHOOL

2007 – 2008

Parent/Student Handbook

School Directory

School: (818) 241-2269

Parish Center: (818) 242-2579

School Fax: (818) 241-4734

E-mail: incaoffice@gmail.com

Web page: www.incaglendale.org

Incarnation Parish School

123 West Glenoaks Boulevard Glendale, California 91202

The purpose of the Handbook is to acquaint you with the philosophy and policies of Incarnation Parish School. Our fundamental

objective is to provide your child with a good, solid education in a religious environment. Our aim is to help develop responsible and caring

individuals who use Jesus as their model for life.

We recognize that you, the parents, are the primary teachers. The School and its teachers only assist you in educating your children. We request and welcome your assistance in implementing our discipline plan whereby we inspire our students to be self-directed and self-disciplined. Good communication between teachers, parents, students and the administration is essential to our success. In order to help each other it is important that we, as teachers and parents, approach all communication with the following assumptions:

U Parents of Incarnation love their children and want what is best for them.

U Teachers of Incarnation are dedicated to the mission of Incarnation Parish School, which is to help our students reach their potential, intellectually and spiritually.

≥It is not ourselves we preach but Jesus Christ as Lord and ourselves as your servants for Jesusπ sake. For God who said, åLet light shine out of darkness,π has shone in our hearts, that we in turn might make known the glory of God Shining on the face of Christ.≤
2 Corinthians

INCARNATION PARISH SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY

These are the beliefs of the Catholic Community * of Incarnation Parish School:

U Every child is created in Godπs image and is called by God to make a personal positive contribution to our world.

U As a Catholic Community, we work and worship together to form each child in Christ.

U Parents are the primary educators of the child.

U Teachers direct and inspire the learning.

U The clergy and the administration are the bond of leadership and love in our Catholic Community.

U Each unique student is challenged to fulfill his / her potential.

U Learning is the interaction between a dedicated teacher and a motivated student.

U Our Catholic Community nurtures and promotes an appreciation of their own and other religions and cultures.

U Our Catholic Faith guides the child to make virtuous life choices.

U A Catholic academic education develops a mind that is capable of making decisions according to Catholic doctrine.

* Our Catholic Community consists of students, parents, faculty, administrators, clergy and supportive personnel.

MISSION STATEMENT

Our mission is to provide a Catholic education which challenges the mind and centers the heart in the love of God and neighbor.

SCHOOLWIDE LEARNING EXPECTATIONS

Graduates of Incarnation Parish School are persons who seek truth through the exploration of the wonder and mystery of God by:

1. Practicing Catholic ideals in words, actions and choices as evidenced by:

participation in the sacramental and liturgical life of the Catholic Church
study of the history, traditions and doctrine of the Catholic Church
a familiarity with and an understanding of Scripture
demonstration of an ability to make a morally correct choice
a commitment to the continuation of a Catholic education

2. Serving the community according to Godπs call as evidenced by:

stewardship of the gifts of creation
analysis of social issues and current events from a Gospel perspective
the peaceful resolution of conflicts
local and global outreach

3. Communicating effectively as evidenced by:

constructive interaction with others
clear expression of oneπs ideas in a variety of ways, i. e., speaking, writing and drawing

4. Respecting self and others as evidenced by:

proper hygiene, nutrition and exercise
avoidance of substance abuse
the practice of good manners and courtesy
an acceptance of the diversity of all people

5. Valuing education as evidenced by:

meeting Archdiocesan academic standards in Religion, Math, Language Arts, Science,
Social Studies, Art, Music, P. E. and Computer Technology
the completion of daily assignments and long-term projects
participation in academic extra-curricular activities
participation in varied assessment procedures

6. Discovering God-given creative talents as evidenced by:

working in a variety of art media to express themselves
developing a critical appreciation of the literary, musical and physical arts

SCHOOL POLICIES

DAILY SCHEDULE

7:50 a. m. First bell

7:55-8:00 Prayer, salute to the flag

8:00 a.m. Morning instruction begins

10:00-10:15 Recess - Kindergarten

10:15-10:30 Recess – Grades 1 - 5
10:30-10:45 Recess - Grades 6 - 8

12:00-12:30 Lunch

12:35 p.m. Afternoon classes resume

2:45 p.m. Dismissal (Fridays 1:30 p.m.)

3:00 p.m. Supervision endsä students not picked up are signed into ASP

ARRIVAL /DISMISSAL INFORMATION

Students should arrive at school no earlier than 7:30 a. m. unless they are enrolled in the Before School Supervision Program or are in a tutoring situation, which is held from 7:00 a. m. – 7:30 a. m. It is unsafe to drop off a child in the church parking lot. Once they have arrived at school, students may not leave the grounds without written permission from a parent.

If a student must be excused from school, the parent or guardian must check the child out at the office. If someone other than a parent comes to pick up a child, a written permission from the childπs parent or guardian must be presented to the office.

As a service to parents who are unable to pick up their children at the normal dismissal time, the After-School Program (ASP) is open from dismissal time to 6:00 p. m. Faculty supervision ends at 3:00 p. m. Any student who has not been picked up by 3:00 p. m. will be placed in the ASP and the daily fee will be charged. Only students participating in school-supervised activities may remain on the grounds at this time. Students participating in after-school sports or other school-related activities must be under the supervision of a teacher, coach, or another designated adult. Siblings of students participating in after-school activities must be picked up or be check out of ASP. Parents must pick up their children at the end of practice or activity time. Any student not picked up promptly at the end of the activity will be placed in ASP and the daily fee will be charged. Please do not tell your child to meet you in front of the church, in the church parking lot, on Brand / Dryden / Glenoaks or Central Avenues or at the Boarπs Head. It is unsafe and there is no supervision at these or any other location outside the school premises.

If a parent insists on having a child meet him / her off the school premises, a note should be sent to the office stating that the parent takes full responsibility for the safety of the child.

Students may not use the main entrance by the office unless they are being dismissed early and are accompanied by a parent, during school hours. Parents may not walk from the Central Avenue gate to pick up students at carpool time. This is very dangerous.

ENTRANCE/EXIT INFORMATION

Carpool lanes are to be used by the parents who are driving their children to school. Enter at Dryden and exit at Central only. The carpool lanes are used to ensure your childπs safety! Please observe the following carpool lane guidelines:

• The speed limit is 5 m. p. h. in the parking lot at all times.
• Never park your car in the school lot and walk your child to line. If your child has a project or some other school assignment that requires your help, drop off your child first, then park your car and carry that project to your child or his/her classroom.
• Always pull as far forward as possible (toward the fence on Central Avenue) before stopping to let out your child. The children can make it all the way to line without trouble.
• Do not stop near the black, wrought iron gate that separates the church and school parking lots. Wait to turn the corner and pull forward.
• At no time should parents use the church parking lot for dropping off or picking up their child. The gates between the church and school will be locked from 7:30 a. m. – 3:05 p. m. During these hours, please use the schoolπs main entrance on Glenoaks Boulevard.
• Do not get out of your car. Let the children open and close the car door by themselves, or a carpool lane volunteer will assist them. Do not have your child put his / her backpack, etc. in the trunk. Try having them carry it on their lap or in the seat next to them. This will prevent the children from walking behind your car, which is strictly forbidden.
• Never back up. Remember that the person stopped behind you is letting his / her children walk in front of his/her car.
• Never pass cars in the carpool lane. This increases the chances of accidentally hitting a child.
• Please minimize your discussions so that the carpool lane runs smoothly.
• Be patient. Everybody around you is in virtually the same situation. And above all, be kind to the carpool lane volunteers. They are there for the safety of your children.

All students that walk to school should come in through the schoolπs main entrance on Glenoaks Boulevard. A note from a parent must be on file with the office indicating that the child has permission to walk to and from school.

TARDINESS

Students should be in line by 7:50 a. m. and are considered tardy at 7:55 a. m. When late, a student must go directly to the Parent Resource Room. The child will then receive a tardy slip to present to the teacher. Please make sure that your child arrives on time each day. Late arrival can be disruptive to class routines.

ATTENDANCE

Regular attendance is important for success in school and absences should be kept to a minimum. Please report any communicable diseases immediately upon discovery.

If your child is sick in the morning please do not send him/her to school. We do not have the facility or the personnel to care for sick children. Parents of sick children will be called immediately to come and pick them up.

PARENTAL REQUEST FOR EARLY DISMISSAL

Parents are asked to keep requests for release from class to a minimum. Please notify the school by note if your child is to be excused that day. If a person other than a parent is coming to pick up the child, the note should specify that as well. Children must be signed out at the office before leaving. A note from the doctor should be presented upon return to class. Medical / dental appointments should be scheduled outside class time whenever possible. Students are to return to class immediately after the appointment. It is difficult for the child to do a homework assignment when he / she has not been present for the lesson.

ABSENCE PROCEDURES

As required by California State Law, a student returning to school after an absence must provide a note with the following information:

• The reason(s) for the absence
• The date(s) of the absence
• The parent signature

In order to be re-admitted to class the student must:

• Bring the note with the appropriate information to the school office where a re-entry slip is issued
• Written communication is required - no telephone calls will be accepted to excuse an absence

The child is responsible for all missed class work/homework assignments. Homework is posted daily on the Incarnation website.
Requests for homework should be made directly to the teacher either via e-mail or by leaving a message on the teacherπs extension.

PERSISTENT ABSENCE/TARDY

When a student is absent for fifteen or more days during a trimester, all of the following may result: parent/student conference, report card held, record of absences on permanent file. Students who are absent are responsible for all missed assignments. It is difficult for the teacher to go back over lessons that have been missed.

ILLNESS AT SCHOOL

In case a child becomes ill at school he / she should report to the teacher. He / she will receive a note to take to the Health Room. At that time the health room attendant may call and notify the parent. Depending on the severity of the illness, the parent might be instructed to pick up their child and be taken for further attention. Students must be checked out at the office by the parent or guardian. A child may not leave the school grounds without the knowledge of the teachers, the office and / or the principal.

FIELD TRIPS

Field Trips are scheduled so that students are provided with additional opportunities for educational experience and enrichment outside the classroom.

Incarnation Permission Slips must be signed by a parent or legal guardian, returned to the school and be kept on file by the teacher. Permission given over the telephone is not acceptable.

MASS ATTENDANCE

SPECIAL DAYS OF MASS ATTENDANCE will be:

• Holy Days of Obligation (Holy Days of Obligation are regular school attendance days)
• All-school Mass monthly as scheduled (Tuesdays)

∑ Individual Class Mass weekly at 8:30 a. m.

Students wear appropriate dress on Mass days:

∑ Boys – white short-sleeved buttoned shirt, navy blue tie, long pants

∑ Girls – white blouse, navy blue tie, jumper or long pants

∑ P. E. clothes or shorts are not allowed.

Detention will be assigned for uniform violations.

FACULTY MEETINGS

Faculty meetings are held weekly on Fridays from 1:30 p. m. - 3:30 p. m. These meetings will consist of planning, scheduling, and curriculum development. Students are dismissed at 1:30 p. m. on these days. Students not picked up by 1:45 p. m. will be placed in ASP and the daily fee will be charged.
SCHOOL LUNCHES

Students not ordering hot lunches bring their own lunch to school. Parents are asked not to bring lunches from Take-Out places. If your child forgets his / her lunch, please write his / her name and grade on the lunch and bring it to the office. Parents are not allowed to drop off lunches in the classrooms. Students will not be permitted to call home for forgotten lunches. They will be asked to share a lunch on that day.

HOT LUNCHES

M & F Kitchenette, Inc. will serve hot lunches Monday through Friday. Menus will be sent home every two (2) weeks in the Home Messenger. Orders are due the following Friday. All efforts are being made to ensure that the lunches are nutritious and healthy.

SMOKING

Incarnation School is a non-smoking facility. By order of the County of Los Angeles and the City of Glendale Health Office, there is no smoking on the premises.

SCHOOL OFFICE

The school secretaryπs office hours are 7:30 a. m. - 3:15 p. m. Her duty is to assist the Principal with school business and clerical work. She should not be asked to perform any duties without the Principalπs permission. The office and Health Room phones are for business calls only. Students may use the office phone only after receiving written permission from a teacher and then only in an emergency. Forgotten homework, lunch, P.E. uniform, permission slips etc., do not constitute an emergency and the phone may not be used. This is to help the students to plan ahead and to grow in responsibility.

SKATEBOARDS / ROLLERBLADES / WHEELIES

Roller blades, skateboards, scooters or shoes with ≥wheelies≤ are not to be brought to school, or used on the school grounds because of safety concerns (violations will result in the confiscation of the item for an indefinite period of time).

Your cooperation with these regulations and procedures is critical!

SCHOOL UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS

The school uniforms must be worn on all school days unless otherwise specified. A student who comes to school out of uniform must bring a note of explanation from his / her parent or guardian.

Please mark your childπs name clearly on all items of clothing, which may be removed during school hours, including boysπ shirts and girlsπ jumpers. Lost and unlabeled items will eventually be given away. Students may wear only white T-shirts under the uniform shirt or blouse.

No writing or logos allowed.

Uniform items are available from: DENNIS UNIFORM COMPANY

250 S. Flower Street

Burbank, CA 91502

(818) 843-8306 (800) 473-8130
(818) 843-8412 Fax

Girls: White short-sleeved blouse or white, navy blue or baby blue polo shirt and navy blue plaid (Dunbar) jumper (grades K-5) or skirt
(grades 6-8), navy walking shorts (September, October, November and April, May, June) will be allowed for all grades. White
turtleneck or long sleeved white shirt (NO THERMAL UNDERWEAR) may be worn under the blouse in cold weather.

Navy blue twill uniform pants. Skirt length must be not shorter than 2≤ above the knee.

Shorts/Pants with pockets in legs are not allowed.

A navy blue cardigan, pullover sweater or uniform sweatshirt is permitted. Plain navy blue jackets only! Jackets with logos or
printing other than that of Incarnation School are not permitted. White or blue knee socks or cuffed anklets (socks must be visible
above the ankle). White or blue tights may be worn in cold weather. Leg warmers, sweats or stretch pants are not permitted.

Shoes: Solid (all) black or solid (all) white shoes only. Shoe laces: Only solid (all) black or solid (all) white shoe laces are allowed.

No Vans or slip-ons.

Boys: A white short sleeved-buttoned shirt or white, navy blue or baby blue polo shirt and navy blue twill / cord pants (available at Dennis
Uniforms / Department Stores). A white turtleneck may be worn under the shirt in cool weather. Navy walking shorts (September,
October, November and April, May, June). Belts are to be worn and shirts tucked inside the pants or shorts.

A navy blue cardigan, pullover sweater or uniform sweatshirt is permitted. Plain navy blue jacket only! Jackets with logos or printing other than that of Incarnation School are not permitted. Navy blue or white socks (must be visible above the ankle).

Pants must fit comfortably at the waist and should not hang on the hips. Underwear should not be visible. Baggy pants are not allowed. Shorts/Pants with pockets in legs are not allowed.

Shoes: Solid (all) black or solid (all) white shoes only. Shoe laces: Only solid (all) black or solid (all) white shoe laces are allowed.

No Vans or slip-ons.

Physical Education Uniforms

Girls: Navy blue uniform walking shorts and white or blue Incarnation T-shirt. (Mesh shorts are available for students in grades 6 – 8).
Tennis shoes must be worn. On P. E. days the P. E. uniform may be worn all day.

Boys: Navy blue uniform walking shorts, and white or blue Incarnation T-shirt. (Mesh shorts are available for students in grades 6 – 8). Tennis shoes must be worn. On P. E. days the P. E. uniform may be worn all day.

All students must participate in physical education. A doctor or parentπs note is required if a student is not participating. A note from the teacher is required before going to the office or health room.

Note: Students are expected to wear full uniform (ties and no shorts) on all Mass days. If P.E. day and Mass day coincide, students must wear their full Mass uniform and bring their P. E. clothes to change into during recess. No other jacket or sweater may be worn in place of the uniform. On wet or very cold days, an extra jacket or coat may be worn. This is in addition to the school sweatshirt, jacket or sweater. No high top shoes, army or construction style boots.

Detentions will be assigned for violations.

GENERAL APPEARANCE

• Uniforms must be clean, in good condition and appropriately sized.

o Hair must be neat and should not cover the eyes. Extreme hairstyles or bleached / dyed hair on girls or boys is not permitted. Boysπ hair should be above the collar and at least one inch long.

• Make-up and nail polish are not permitted. Girls may wear one small set of earrings; dangling earrings are not allowed.
• Boys may not wear an earring.
• Girls may not wear excessive jewelry (such as several bracelets).
• Oversized clothing is not allowed

DRESS-UP DAYS (Non-Uniform Days)

Modest, tasteful dress is required. Low-rise jeans or jeans with holes, T-shirts, dresses with bare shoulders or midriffs, miniskirts are

not allowed. Dress pants or skirts should be worn. Boysπ shirts must have a collar. Socks must be worn and must be visible above the

ankle. Both boys and girls should wear appropriate shoes. No sandals, high heeled shoes or construction style boots are allowed.

No writing whatsoever is allowed on shirts. Shirts / blouses should be long enough to cover the waist (even when hands are raised over the

head).

A student who comes to school inappropriately dressed will be sent home to be properly groomed and dressed and will lose the privilege of

≥free dress≤ the next time.

DRESS CODE FOR EIGHTH GRADE GRADUATION DINNER-DANCE

In the interest of preserving the modesty and decorum of the event, and to prevent uncomfortable instances of inappropriate dress, the following guidelines have been adopted:

For Boys:

Dress trousers (not jeans)
Long-sleeved dress shirt
Dress shoes (please, no sneakers or athletic shoes)
Necktie
Suit coat or sport jacket optional

For Girls:

No strapless gowns or spaghetti-straps
No low necklines or bare backs

Child must wear a jacket or sweater (not a shawl or stole) if the dress features the above items)

Please avoid dresses with cut-out portions or clingy fabrics

Length of skirt may be above-the-knee to ankle-length. Please, no mini-skirts

Shoes: remember that it is difficult to dance with abandon when you are teetering on very high heels

HEALTH ROOM INFORMATION

Accidents or illness occurring during the school day are cared for by parent volunteers in the Health Room. An updated emergency card

should always be on file with the school. Please notify the school immediately about any changes in emergency information.

MEDICATION

No child may have any medication such as cough drops or aspirin without a note from the parent. The note should include directions for

administration and specific dates that the child should take the medicine.

The health room attendant or other designated school personnel may assist any child who is required to take medication prescribed by a physician if the school receives:

• A written statement from such physician, detailing the method, amount, and schedule by which medication is to be taken
• A written statement from the parent or guardian of the pupil indicating the desire that the school assist the pupil in matters set forth in the physicianπs statement.
  
  

Please do not send your child to school if he / she is not feeling well in the morning. The school does not have the personnel nor the facility to care for sick children.

Students must have a note from the teacher (or during recess or lunch from the yard supervisor) before going to the Health Room.

All health records must be current and on file. The phone in the Health Room is not to be used by students and classes may not be interrupted to give messages.

GENERAL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

TESTING PROGRAM

Recognizing the constructive role that research and experimentation play in the development of quality education, the Department of Education has established requirements for testing and research programs conducted by outside agencies.

Achievement tests are administered to pupils to assess the academic standing and to diagnose needs of the pupils in the school.

In addition to these standardized tests, a regular testing program is carried out. Teacher-made tests are frequently administered and are often sent home for parents to see and to sign. Trimester tests are given (grades 1-8) at the end of each trimester. Tests will not be given to individuals before the scheduled time. This applies also to the end of the year finals. Student who miss the finals will receive an ≥incomplete≤ on the report card until the tests are made up.

Please make sure that your child studies for all tests. Help him / her review on a regular basis. If you have any questions about tests please contact the teacher.

PREPARATION FOR CLASS

Students should come to class on time and prepared with books, supplies and homework. Borrowing supplies is to be discouraged. All attempts should be made to make sure that the students take full responsibility for their own work and supplies. White-out is not to be used at any time. Large binders are not permitted since there is limited space in the desks and nothing may be placed on the floor because of fire regulations. Soft pencil boxes only are allowed.

REPORT CARDS

Report cards are given to the students (grades 1-8) three times during the school year and to Kindergarten twice during the year. Technology reports are sent home with each report card. End-of-year report cards will be distributed on the last day of school. Students not present on that day may pick up the report card before the end of June in the office. Report cards will not be given out before the last day of school.

Progress Reports are sent home midway between report cards. In addition, studentsπ work is sent home on a regular basis. Please check your childπs work and if you have any questions contact the teacher. Progress Reports/ Report cards will be held back if tuition or other financial responsibilities have not been met.

HOW TO REQUEST A MINOR ADJUSTMENT

If you feel that your disabled child needs a minor adjustment to enable him/her to participate in the general education curriculum of the School, please talk to your childπs teacher and/or the principal of the School. Be prepared to submit medical documentation to verify both your childπs disability and the nature and extent of the requested minor adjustment.

RETENTION POLICY

Retention is sometimes necessary in the elementary school when the student has not achieved a level that makes promotion profitable for him/her. In each case of retention, the parents will be notified by the end of the second trimester that retention is being considered and a parent/teacher conference will be held. A final recommendation regarding promotion will be made midway through the 3^rd trimester. A parent/teacher conference will be held as needed.

COMMUNICATION

Parents are always welcome and encouraged to speak with the teacher about progress and concerns related to their child at the school. Frequent communication to eliminate difficulties or to explain and clarify matters should take place as often as necessary by note, phone call or appointment.
Teachers may never be disturbed during class hours. Forgotten lunches, books, etc., should be left outside the school office.

Arrangements for an appointment should be made either by note or telephoning the office. Leave your name and number, and the teacher will call you when available. In the morning before school is not an appropriate time for a conference unless an appointment has been made in advance. Teachersπ responsibility in the car pool line is to supervise the students. They should not be approached for homework / conferences etc. during that time. Formal parent-teacher conferences are held at the end of the first quarter.

The principal is available for appointments during the school day. To make an appointment, call (818) 241-2269 and ask the secretary to make an appointment or send an e-mail to incaoffice@gmail.com. If an emergency arises, do not hesitate to come to the office.

TELEPHONE CALLS

No teacher or student may be called to the phone during school hours. The school office phone may be used by the students only in case of emergency and with written permission given by the teacher. Forgotten homework, lunches, permission slips, uniforms etc., do not constitute an emergency and the phone may not be used to call home. A school phone is always available for emergencies. Use of the telephone is to be discouraged. The students should be trained to use foresight so that the necessary parental permission to engage in after school activities is obtained before the child arrives at the school, and not by phone before / after school. We ask that you help us teach the children to assume a sense of responsibility in this regard.

CELL PHONES

Cell phones may not be used during the day. Students may not use cell phones at any time while on the school premises. Phones, if brought to school, must remain in backpacks in the ≥off≤ position. Cell phones will be confiscated if they are used on the school premises. No electronic devices, Ipods, CD players, gameboys, etc. are to be brought to school.

VISITORS

Any visitor to the school must check in at the office before proceeding further onto the school grounds.

MIXED PARTIES

The following is a directive from the Archdiocesan Department of Education:

≥Mixed parties involving the students of the upper grades, even though these parties be held at home are especially discouraged. Parents are asked to cooperate with this regulation, even though this matter of parental-sponsored parties is one primarily involving parental control and not that of the school. The only exception to this rule would be in the instance of a school-sponsored graduation party, should that be deemed appropriate by the pastor, principal, and parents.≤

COMPUTER NETWORK USER AGREEMENT

Parents and students are asked to study and sign the following guidelines:

GUIDELINES – Archdiocese of Los Angeles

∫ All school systems, all information stored on them and all work performed on them are subject to school supervision, inspection and
governance of school policies.
∫ The school may engage in routine maintenance and monitoring of its computer system.
∫ The school only provides limited privacy in the contents of student personal files on the schoolπs computer system. The situation is
similar to the rights students have in the privacy of lockers.

∫ The school reserves the right to monitor, access, retrieve, read and disclose all messages created, sent, received or stored on its
systems (including connections made and sites visited) to law enforcement officials or others, without prior notice.
∫ Students may only use the system under the direct supervision of a staff member.

∫ Where pertinent and approved, students should use care in creating e-mail messages. The contents of e-mail cannot be considered
private or confidential. Even when a message has been deleted, it may still exist on a back-up system, be restored, be printed out, or
may have been forwarded to someone else without its creatorπs knowledge.

Students at Incarnation School are not permitted to access or have e-mail files.

∫ Any files downloaded from the Internet and any computer disks received from non-school sources must be scanned with virus
detection software. Immediately report any viruses, tampering or other system breaches to the principal or its delegate.
∫ If approved by the principal, students may create personal Web pages on the schoolπs computer system. All materials placed on the
web page must be pre-approved. Materials placed on the web page must relate to school and/or career preparation activities.
Contents must also comply with the restrictions set forth below.
∫ Students will promptly inform their teacher or other school employees of any message received that is inappropriate or makes them
feel uncomfortable.
∫ The school will not be responsible for supervising or continually monitoring every communication and Internet session for every
student and staff member beyond the scope of supervision defined in the user agreement.
∫ Internet access from outside the school is the domain of the parents / guardians. We expect our parents to be equal stakeholders in the
implementation of our computer system policies by monitoring their childπs Internet access and electronic use at home in a manner
supportive of the schoolπs policies. While the school cannot provide consequences for inappropriate electronic communications
among students outside of school, not that in some cases, law enforcement may be called to intervene.

STUDENTS USING OUR COMPUTER AND/OR RELATED SYSTEMS MAY NOT:

∫ Post personal contact information about self or others. Personal contact information includes address, telephone, school address,
parentπs names, work address, etc.
∫ Agree to meet with someone they have met online without their parentsπ approval. A parent should accompany them to the meeting.
∫ Use obscene, defamatory or disruptive language.
∫ Harass, insult or attack others.
∫ Send comments or images that would offend someone or an organization on the basis of race, creed, gender, national origin, sexual
orientation, political beliefs or disability.
∫ Upload, download, view or otherwise transmit copyrighted, trademarked, patented or indecent material, trade secrets or other
confidential, private or proprietary information. Regarding copyright materials, certain exceptions are given for educational purposes
and if there is any doubt, students must consult with their teachers.
∫ Engage in any other illegal act, such as arranging for a drug sale or the purchase of alcohol, etc.
∫ Employ the network for commercial and / or political lobbying purposes

∫ Access material that is profane or obscene (pornography) that advocates illegal acts or that advocates violence of discrimination
towards other people.
∫ Damage, alter, disrupt or gain unauthorized access to computers or other systems: e.g., use othersπ passwords, trespass on othersπ
folders, work or files.
∫ Enable unauthorized persons to access or use the schoolπs computer systems or jeopardize the security of the schoolπs electronic
communication systems.
∫ Introduce a virus, attempt to breach system security or tamper with the schoolπs computer system.
∫ Re-post a message that was sent privately without permission of the person who sent the message.
∫ Waste intentionally limited resources.
∫ Download large files unless absolutely necessary. If necessary, students will download the file at a time when the system is not being
heavily used.
∫ Post chain letters or engage in ≥spamming≤ (sending an annoying or unnecessary message to a large number of people).

CONSEQUENCES FOR VIOLATING ANY OF THE ABOVE POLICIES:

∫ Suspension or permanent loss of access.
∫ Disciplinary action, including but not limited to, suspension and even expulsion, depending on the gravity of the offense at the
principalπs discretion.
∫ Involvement of law enforcement agencies.

LIMITED LIABILITY:

The school makes no guarantee that the functions or the services provided by or through the schoolπs computer system will be error-free or without defect. The school will not be responsible for any damage users may suffer, including but not limited to, loss of data resulting from delays, non-deliveries, mis-deliveries or interruptions of service. The school is not responsible for the accuracy or quality of the information obtained through or stored on the system. The use of any information obtained via this service is at the userπs own risk. The school will not be responsible for financial obligations arising through the unauthorized use of the system.

BEHAVIOR AND DISCIPLINE

Part of the most basic mission of the school is to help the students of Incarnation experience Christ through one another. Guidelines for behavior are intended to create a safe and orderly environment in which all students can learn.

Students of Incarnation Parish School are expected to exhibit Christian behavior and respect in their interaction with teachers, school parents and schoolmates. Therefore, students will:

• Show respect to all adults in charge whether in the classroom or in the playground. Respect all school property including furniture, books, bathrooms, lunch tables, lockers, etc.
• Show respect by not fighting, calling each other names, bullying, or using obscenities.
• Respect school property by keeping it clean and in good repair.
• Obey classroom rules as set forth by the teacher in matters of behavior, homework and classroom assignments.
• Eat at the lunch tables and will not be dismissed to play until the area is inspected and approved by the supervisor on duty.
• Be in complete uniform at all times unless excused for a special occasion.

• Wear P.E. uniforms for every P. E. class. All clothing should have the childπs name inside.
• Wear full uniform on Mass days—white shirt, tie, white blouse, tie.

Students may not:

• Bring Ipods, CD players, or use cell phones during school day or ASP.

∫ Bring inappropriate magazines, books, videos, CDπs or DVDπs to school.

• Chew gum on school grounds.
• Leave school during the instructional day without permission.
• Wear excessive jewelry, no hoop earrings (may wear one ring and one chain), no multiple bracelets.

• Bring personal play equipment or toys to school. Trading cards of any kind are forbidden. If a student chooses to violate this rule
  his / her property will be confiscated.
• Ride bicycles, skateboards, scooters or roller skates. This will not be permitted on the school grounds at any time, including before or after school.
• Be in the classrooms, auditorium or on school premises without adult supervision.
• Leave the school premises unless they have written permission from parents, or are signed out by a parent.
• Be picked up at any location other than the carpool lane at dismissal time. Parents are not to walk through gates on Central to pick children up at car pool time.
• Be on school premises before 7:30 a.m. (unless enrolled in morning care or Math class), or after dismissal unless enrolled in ASP or a school-sponsored activity.

Parents who insist that their child meet them in the church parking lot or other locations place the child in a conflict because the school insists that they be picked up in the carpool line only.

Students who walk home or ride bicycles must have a note from a parent on file in the office giving permission to do so.

PARENTAL BEHAVIOR

Parents and other adults should give a good example to the children. Any words or actions on the part of the adults that demean, blame, accuse, and/or discriminate against the other children carry over into the classroom. Parents and other adults should model Christian behavior. Parents who engage in this kind of inflammatory or discriminatory behavior will be asked to withdraw from the school.

DISCIPLINARY MEASURES

Individual conference with the child, conference with the parents, detention, loss of privileges, or assignments of special tasks are all approved disciplinary measures. The detention notice includes the infraction, the date, and the date that the student is to serve the detention. The notice is to inform parents that the student will be detained. If a parent has a question in regards to a detention, a note requesting a call should be returned with the signed detention notice.

If a student is continually disruptive and refuses to follow the rules, that student will be asked to leave Incarnation Parish School.

The California Education Code outlines specific behaviors that could result in suspension or expulsion:

E.C. 48903 – ≥Continued willful disobedience, habitual profanity or vulgarity, open and persistent defiance of authority of the school personnel, or any threat of force or violence directed toward any school personnel at any time or place shall constitute good cause for suspension or expulsion from schoolä≤

E.C. 48907 – ≥ämay suspend or expel students for misconduct when other means of correction fail to bring proper conduct.≤

E.C. 48904 – ≥äany minor who willfully cuts, defaces or otherwise injures in any way property, real or personal, belonging to a school is liable to suspension or expulsion and the parent or guardian is liable for all damages so caused by the minor.

C.A.C. 301 – ≥Students are forbidden to use or possess intoxicating liquor while on school grounds or elsewhere when under the authority or direct supervision of school personnel, or when such conduct is otherwise related to school activity or school attendance.

PROCEDURES FOR CONSISTANT NEGATIVE BEHAVIOR

1. Students who engage in consistent negative behavior will be given a detention notice, signed by the teacher and parent.

2. If the behavior continues, a conference with the parent and teacher will be held.

3. If there is continuance of negative behavior, a conference with the principal will take place.

4. Further occurrences of negative behavior will warrant a Suspension Notice. Suspension will become effective within 2 days of notification of the parent/guardian. This is to give the parent/guardian an opportunity to provide supervision for their child who is on suspension. When suspension occurs the students must report to school at 7:50 a.m. in uniform, to pick up school assignments which must be returned to the teacher by 2:30 p.m. the same day. Suspension is not meant to be a day at home watching T.V. or playing video games. Depending upon the infraction in-school suspension will sometimes be required. A parent or other family member will be required to supervise the students in school while he/she completes the assignments.

Suspension will be recorded on the High School Recommendation Report. If the report has already been sent, the high school will be

notified.

Steps 1,2, 3, and 4 above may be bypassed, if , at the discretion of the Principal and the Pastor, the behavior of a student is considered to warrant automatic suspension or expulsion. The Principal and the Pastor are the final recourse for all disciplinary situations and may waive any disciplinary rule for just cause at their discretion.

EXPULSION

Should very serious discipline problems arise, the policy on discipline dealing with such problems in the Archdiocesan Handbook for Schools will be followed. Reasons for expulsion are, but not limited to, the following offenses committed by pupils:

1. Action gravely detrimental to the moral and spiritual welfare of the other pupils;

2. Habitual profanity or vulgarity;

3. Assault, battery, or any threat of force or violence directed toward any school personnel or pupil;

4. Open, persistent defiance of the authority of the teacher;

5. Continued willful disobedience;

6. Use, sale or possession of narcotics;

7. Use, sale, distribution or possession of any alcohol for beverage purposes on or near the school premises;

8. Smoking or having tobacco;

9. Stealing;

10. Willful cutting, defacing or otherwise injuring in any way property, real or personal, belonging to the school;

11. Habitual truancy (cf: Art 6102. 1c);

12. Possession of harmful weapons or material that can be uses as weapons;

13. Making threats towards others.

If a student is accused of any felonious actions, he/she may be required to attend home schooling until the matter is resolved.

ACADEMICS

Incarnation Parish School follows the grading guidelines of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles Department of Education. We measure the achievement as determined by class work, class participation, test scores, projects, effort and homework.

Grading System Grades 3 - 8
100-97 = A	84-80 = C+
96-93 = A-	79-75 = C
92-90 = B+	74-70 = C-
89-87 = B	69-65 = D
86-85 = B-	64-00 = F

Primary Grades K-2 E = Exceeds Grade Level Expectations

M = Meets Grade Level Expectations

T = Needs Time to Develop

Behavior Grades A = Outstanding
B = Good
C = Below Standard

Students falling below a 2.0 grade point average or receiving failing grades in any subject will be placed on probation from teams or activities until improvement is shown.

HONOR ROLL

Students in Grades Five through Eight meeting the following criteria are eligible for the school honor roll:

High Honors = Students with GPAS of 3.51+and up (Math, Religion, Language Arts, Science, Spelling and Social Studies, cumulative)

Honors = GPA of 3.5 or better (Math, Religion, Language Arts, Science and Social Studies, cumulative)

Behavior grade of B or better (this includes Art, P.E, Music, Computer classes as well as playground behavior)

Members of the Honor Roll will be recognized at an assembly following each grading period.

HOMEWORK

Homework assignments are given to students to reinforce skills and lessons and to increase achievement. Homework is usually not assigned on weekends unless makeup work or long-range assignments are required.

The Archdiocese of Los Angeles provides the following homework guidelines:

Kindergarten - Optional

Grades 1-2 - Optional, not to exceed one half hour per day

Grades 3-5 - An average of one hour per day

Grades 6-8 - An average of two hours per day

Note: If your child is working hard and spends considerably more time than this on a regular basis, please inform the teacher. Students in ASP (After School Program) will spend no longer than the allotted time. Parents are asked to check homework to make sure that it is complete and properly presented. Homework assignments will be posted on the Incarnation Home Page http://www.incaglendale.org daily.

A ≥Homework Club≤ is held daily Monday -Thursday from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. Students in ASP are encouraged to sign up.

CHEATING

Cheating in any form will not be tolerated. The consequence for cheating will be an ≥F≤ on the assignment or test. The consequence for plagiarism (electronic or other) will be a failing grade on the assignment.

DEPARTMENT OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS

WEEKLY TIME ALLOTMENTS

	Grades
Subjects	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8
Religion	150	150	150	150	150	200	200	200
Language Arts (Total): Reading / Literature English / Grammar Spelling Handwriting	(890)	(890)	(775)	(725)	(625)	(575)	(575)	(575)
Mathematics	300	300	300	300	300	300	300	300
Science	60	60	100	100	100	150	150	150
Social Studies	80	80	125	175	225	225	225	225
Fine Arts (Total): Art Music	(120)	(120)	(120)	(120)	(120)	(120)	(120)	(120)
Physical Education	50	50	50	50	50	50	50	50
Additional instructional minutes to be allocated by each staff			30	30	30	30	30	30
Opening / Closing / Recess / Lunch	300	300	300	300	300	300	300	300
Total Weekly Instructional Minutes	1950	1950	1950	1950	1950	1950	1950	1950
Faculty Meeting Minutes Total	90	90	90	90	90	90	90	90
Curriculum Planning / Articulation	45	45	45	45	45	45	45	45
Other Administrative Planning	45	45	45	45	45	45	45	45
TOTAL WEEKLY MINUTES	2040	2040	2040	2040	2040	2040	2040	2040

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Participation in extra-curricular activities is a privilege, not a right. The philosophy of Incarnation School is integral to these as much as to classroom activities. Any student who meets the following criteria may participate:

• Academic grades must be at least a ≥C≤ average
• Citizenship/Conduct must be at least a ≥B≤ in all classes
• Effort must be at least a ≥B≤ in all classes

ADMISSIONS POLICIES

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENT NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

The school, mindful of its missions to be a witness to the love of Christ for all, admits students regardless of race, color, disability, sex or national and/or ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.

The school does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, disability, sex, or national and/or ethnic origin in the administration of educational policies and practices, scholarships programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

While the school does not discriminate against students with special needs, and makes minor adjustments to accommodate students with disabilities, a full range of services may not always be available to them. Decisions concerning the admission and continued enrollment of a student in the school are based upon the studentπs emotional, academic and physical abilities and the resources available to the school in meeting the studentπs needs.

ADMISSION POLICY STATEMENTS

Incarnation Parish School has been built, maintained and actively supported by the people of the Parish. Therefore, all Catholic children whose parents are registered and actively support the life of the Parish will be given priority in admission. The next priority is for Catholic children with siblings in the school, and then for Catholic children without siblings in the school. Students that transfer from Catholic schools outside of the area will be given special consideration.

Students entering Kindergarten and new students entering grades 1-8 must successfully complete a placement test. Their parents must submit an evaluation from the childπs previous school, a copy of the childπs Baptismal certificate and a health / immunization record (including a Mantoux tuberculosis skin test) and all necessary registration forms. Kindergarteners must be 5 yrs. Old before September 1^st of the year that he/she enters Kindergarten. A testing fee is charged.

PARENT / STUDENT CONTRACT

Each family signs a Parent / Student Contract stating that they have read, discussed and understood the obligations regarding Incarnation Parish School and its policies. By September 30, 2007, all signed contracts must be turned into the classroom teacher.

TUITION FOR THE 2007-2008 SCHOOL YEAR

	Number of Children
	1	2	3+
Participating Parishioner	$4,250.00	$6,100.00	$7,750.00
Non-Participating Parishioner	$5,250.00	$7,500.00	$9,500.00

GENERAL TUITION INFORMATION AND FEES

Annual tuition is due and payable at the beginning of the school year. All tuition is to be paid through FACTS Tuition Management Co. The following options for payment are provided:

o 11 monthly payments beginning in July to the FACTS Tuition Management Co. This is an automatic payment plan through your checking or savings account or your or MasterCard, Discover, or American Express card. Those choosing this plan will authorize their bank to make automatic monthly payments on either the 5^th or 20^th of each month.

o 10 monthly payments beginning in August to the FACTS Tuition Management Co. This is an automatic payment plan through your checking or savings account or your Mastercard, Discover, or American Express card. Those choosing this plan will authorize their bank to make automatic monthly payments on either the 5^th or 20^th of each month.

o The $250.00 registration fee is due at the time of registration. This fee is non-refundable. Of this fee, $200.00 goes toward the book fees for the first child. Book fees of $200.00 for the 2^nd / 3^rd child are due in August. These are paid to Incarnation School.

o Participation in the CYO after school athletic program costs $50.00 per sport. This offsets some of the costs of coaches, referees and school fees to CYO.

o Students will not be eligible to register for the following school year if school accounts are delinquent.

o Payment of tuition is part of the Incarnation School Parent contract and should be paid on time.

o The full tuition amount may be paid directly to the school. A 3 percent discount for full payment will be given if paid in full by August 1, 2007. After that date, no discount will be given.

o If, after paying the full tuition, a student withdraws from the school before the end of the year, the balance will not be refunded.

We depend on timely payments in order to pay teachers and other bills.

* To qualify as a participating parishioner, your family must worship at Incarnation Parish. You must be involved in the liturgical life
of this parish. At the very least, this means assisting at Mass every Sunday. This participation must be indicated by registration in the
parish from January 1^st of the previous school year and making a $500.00 contribution. A statement from the church must accompany

the registration form.

FUNDRAISERS AND OTHER FEES

∫ A $50.00 non-refundable fee is charged to register a child at Incarnation. Once a child has been accepted, a $200.00
non-refundable fee is required to secure a place in class. This $200.00 will be put toward the book fees for the first child.

Book fees for other siblings ($200.00 per child) are due by August 15, 2007.

∫ Participation in the SCRIP program is required by all school families. In lieu of SCRIP, each family must pay the $200.00
mandatory fee. The $200.00 may be redeemed by registering with E-SCRIP. Once the $200.00 in E-SCRIP has been generated,

the mandatory $200.00 can be applied toward the following yearπs balances. Any profit over $200.00 will be split on a 50 / 50 basis.

∫ Mandatory participation in the annual Jog-A-Thon at $150.00 for 1 child, $300.00 for 2 children and $450.00 for 3 or more
children. Families may defray the donation by soliciting two (1) business sponsorships at $250.00 per child.

∫ Participation in the annual Auction /Dinner Dance with the purchase of $100.00 in raffle tickets per family and a $150.00 event

donation (admittance of two attendees to the event).***

FAMILY PARTICIPATION HOURS***

Income from tuition alone is not sufficient for the school to survive financially. We also need help for the various duties and activities that are part of running the school. Therefore, each school family is required to contribute forty hours of participation each year to the school or parish or pay $25.00 per hour in lieu of this.

*** Items marked with a triple asterisk will be paid through the FACTS system unless paid in full in advance by December 1, 2007.

PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATION

All parents, guardians and teachers are members of the Parent Teacher Organization. This group is a support to the school through fundraising, volunteer services, advising the pastor and principal, and assisting the staff and students in a variety of capacities. A ten member executive board is elected by the member body each Spring. Members of the executive board serve a term of two years with no more than four years of consecutive service. The executive board meets with the school administration and a teacher representative one evening each month. The PTO Board is an advisory body. It does not make decisions regarding hiring / firing of staff or curriculum.

The 2007-2008 PTO Board includes:

President	Greg Dumansky
Vice President	Juliet Mazza Mendoza
Treasurer	Alex Perez
Secretary/Public Relations	Maribeth Spensiero
Fundraising	Joe Chavez
Fundraising	Robert Mahan
Parent Involvement	Angie Gonzalez
Student Affairs	Jennifer Bunt
Maintenance	Phil Le Franc

All parents are expected to attend three mandatory PTO meetings throughout the year:

o Back to School Night held in September

o Meeting in January during Catholic Schools Week

o PTO Elections

HOME MESSENGER

The Parent Envelope (Home Messenger) is sent home with the oldest child in the family on a weekly basis. Please read all of the information provided carefully and return the envelope the following day. All information to go into the Home Messenger should be approved by the principal prior to distribution. Parents are encouraged to use the envelope as a two-way form of communication. Please send correspondence back to school in the envelope, as the envelopes are checked when returned. An Internet-based Home Messenger is also available at www.incaglendale.org.

SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

The safety and welfare of our children are the very serious responsibility of the teachers and staff of Incarnation Parish School. All staff members have been trained to direct the students in case of an emergency.

The following information is provided so that parents will become familiar with safety procedures:

FIRE

o Students are immediately evacuated to a safe area not to return until fire officials declare school buildings safe.

o In the event of injuries, students are transported by the fire department ambulance to the nearest facility for medical treatment.

o If you hear that there has been a fire at school, DO NOT CALL THE SCHOOL! Phone lines must be left open for emergency calls.

o Any student who purposefully causes a false alarm will face severe punishment including the possibility of expulsion. It is a misdemeanor to cause a false alarm in any public building.

EARTHQUAKE

In the event of an earthquake, students will follow the drop-cover-and hold procedure and then exit the building following the teacherπs instructions. Parents are advised not to call the school, but rather to listen to the radio. If local public schools decide to dismiss students, Incarnation will do the same. Pickup will take place at the Dryden gate with students signed out one at a time.

If there are any injuries, students will be taken to the nearest facility. Parents will be notified immediately if their child is injured.

In the event of a major earthquake, parents can rest assured that all students will be properly supervised. Under no circumstance will children be allowed to leave the school premises except under the direct custody of parents or others identified on the emergency release card. It is the responsibility of the parents to insure that the information on the emergency card is current and correct. We will take care of your children until you arrive.

HARASSMENT POLICY FOR CATHOLIC SCHOOL STUDENTS

The Archdiocese of Los Angeles Department of Education has required that each parent have a copy of the harassment policy. It has been included here for your convenience.

The school is committed to providing a work environment that is free from harassment in any form. Harassment of any person working for the school by any lay employee, religious or priest is prohibited. The school will treat allegations of harassment seriously and will review and investigate such allegations in a prompt, confidential, and thorough manner.

Throughout the rest of this document, the term ≥Person≤ will be used to refer to lay employees, religious and priests ministering in the schools.

A charge of harassment shall not, in and of itself, create the presumption of wrongdoing. However, substantial acts of harassment will result in disciplinary action, up to and including discharge. Persons found to have filed false or frivolous charges will also be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including discharge. Harassment occurs when an individual is subjected to treatment or a work environment which is hostile or intimidating because of the individualπs race, creed, color, national origin, physical disability or sex. Harassment can occur any time during work or during work-related business. It includes, but is not limited to, any or all of the following:

VERBAL HARASSMENT: Derogatory comments and jokes; threatening words spoken to another person.

PHYSICAL HARASSMENT: Unwanted physical touching, contact, assault, deliberate impending or blocking movements, or any intimidating interference with normal work or movement.

VISUAL HARASSMENT: Derogatory, demeaning or inflammatory posters, cartoons, written words, drawings, or gestures.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT: Includes unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when any or all of the following occurs:

o Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individualπs employment.

o Submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis of employment decisions.

o Such conduct has the purpose of effect of unreasonably interfering with an individualπs work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive working environment.

Specific examples of sexual harassment include, but are not limited to:

o Making unsolicited sexual advances and propositions.

o Using sexually degrading words to describe an individual or an individualπs body.

o Displaying sexually suggestive objects or pictures.

o Telling inappropriate or sexually related jokes.

o Making reprisals.

It is the responsibility of Incarnation School to:

o Implement this policy through regular meetings with all administrators, including the pastor in the case of a parish school, ensuring that they understand the policy and its importance.

o Make all faculty and staff members aware of this policy and the commitment of the school toward its strict enforcement.

o Remain watchful for conditions that create or may lead to a hostile or offensive work environment.

o Establish practices designed to create a school environment free from discrimination, intimidation, or harassment.

It is the Studentπs responsibility to:

o Conduct him/herself in a manner that contributes to a positive work environment.

o Avoid any activity that may be considered discriminatory, intimidating or harassing.

o Consider immediately informing anyone harassing him or her that the behavior is offensive and unwelcome.

o Report all incidents of discrimination or harassment to the principal.

o Discontinue any actions perceived as in discriminatory, intimidating or harassing.

COMPLAINT FILING AND INVESTIGATION PROCEDURES

The following procedures must be followed for filing and investigating a harassment claim:

o The Student may first choose to tell the individual causing the harassment that the conduct is offensive and must stop. If the objectionable behavior does not cease immediately, the Student must report the harassment to the principal or to the Elementary Supervisor if the Principal is the subject of the allegation. In the case of sexual harassment allegations, the Student is free to raise the issue to another, same sex administrator if he / she prefers to do so.

o The Student alleging harassment will be asked to complete a formal, written complaint. The claim will be investigated thoroughly, involving only the necessary parties. Confidentiality will be maintained as much as possible.

o The investigation will include a meeting with the person alleged to have harassed, sharing with that person the nature of the allegations as well as the name of the person bringing the allegations. If appropriate, the alleged harasser will be placed on administrative leave during the course of the investigation.

o Once the facts of the case have been gathered, the principal, in consultation with the Regional Supervisor, and in the case of a parish school, with the pastor, will decide what, if any, disciplinary action is warranted. The disciplinary action will relate to disciplinary actions up to and including immediate termination.

o If the complaint is against a non-employee such as a parent, parishioner, volunteer or vendor, the school will take steps, within its power, to investigate and eliminate the problem.

RECOMMENDED TRANSFER RESULTING FROM PARENTAL ATTITUDE

Under normal circumstances a student will not be deprived of a Catholic education on grounds relating to the attitude of parents. Nevertheless, it is recognized that a situation could arise in which the uncooperative or destructive attitude of a parent might so diminish the effectiveness of the school that the student will be asked to leave.

PURPOSE OF THESE RULES

The purpose of these rules and regulations is to protect the students and to create an environment that is safe and conducive to learning. We ask that you become familiar with this document and review its contents with your child. Letters or memos from the principal are also part of the school handbook rules and expectations.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the principal.

PRINCIPALπS RIGHT TO AMEND

The principal has the right to amend any of the regulations stated here. You will be notified promptly if this happens.

Thank you for your support and cooperation.

Please sign this form and return it in the Incarnation School Home Messenger.

Receipt of Acknowledgment

I have received the 2007-2008 Incarnation Parent/Student School Handbook and I have read and discussed the policies contained therein with my child/children. I agree to be governed by these policies and procedures. RETURN BY OCTOBER 1^st, 2007.

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Parent Signature

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Student Signature Student Signature Student Signature Student Signature

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Your comments and / or suggestions are always welcomed.

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