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Rules and Regulations:
ROLE OF THE PARENTS:
The primary right and duty to educate
rest with the parents. In the home, more than any other place, parents teach by
their example, reverence for God and respect for the dignity of others. They are
also tremendously influential in cultivating among their children the virtues of love of
neighbor, justice, generosity, loyalty, industry and honesty which are essential to their
living the Christian life.
SCHOOL SCHEDULE:
Student should be in school by 8:10
AM. All children go directly to their classroom.
Under no circumstances may Saint Anthony-Saint Alphonsus School accept responsibility for
children left outside the school before 8:10 AM.
Regular dismissal time is 2:30 PM and 12:15 PM on Wednesdays. Students are
accompanied to the corner by a teacher and parents are to wait at Greenpoint Avenue or
Calyer Street to receive students. For safety and security no parent is to take a
child from the dismissal line before reaching the corner.
LATENESS:
Children arriving after the normal
time will receive a late pass.
DISMISSAL:
Parents are responsible to pick up
their children at dismissal time. In extraordinary circumstances, if a parent or
guardian is unable to pick up a student, arrangements must be made with the Principal or
Teacher in advance.
For your convenience, an After-School Program is available. Student must be enrolled
for the week or a day if needed. Registration form for After-School Program can be
obtained in the school office.
At dismissal time all students will be taken either to the Greenpoint Avenue or Calyer
Street corner. Parents are asked to meet the students at the corner.
On stormy days, parents of Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten and 1st graders will be
allowed to pick the student up from the classroom at 2:15 PM.
ATTENDANCE:
Regularity of attendance and
punctuality are important in the academic progress of the chlid and in His or Her
character training.
The State Education Law list the following legal absences:
Sickness of a student
Sickness or death in the family
Impossible roads or weather which make travel unsafe
Required presence in court
Religious Observance
All other absences are classified as unlawful detention on the part of the parent or
truancy on part of the child. Removing the child from school for an extra vacation
during school time should be given very serious consideration by the parents.
Teachers are not able to anticipate absence nor can they practically make up work
with the student and all student are held accountable for all missed work to pass a grade.
In all cases, the school office should be notified by the parent before 9:00 AM if a
student is to be absent that day. Student absent without notifying will be
considered truant and the proper authorities will be notified.
A written excuse from the parent of an absent student must be presented to the teacher
when the student returns to school. These become part of the attendance file.
No student may leave school during the school day unless accompanied by a parent or
guardian who must report to the school office. In the case of a student's illness
while in school, the school will call the telephone number listed on the "Emergency
Contact Card". If the nature of the emergency requires immediate medical
attention, the principal or the teacher will call the Emergency Medical Service. If
there are any changes on the "Emergency Contact Card" , the parent or guardian
is responsible to notify the school in writing immediately.
The parent or guardian must sign the student out before the student leaves the building.
This record will ne kept on file and is considered a legal document.
DISCIPLINE:
One of the most important aspects of
education is discipline which should eventually be internalized. Discipline is the
training that develops self-control, orderliness, efficiency and character.
Basic to all discipline is the principal of respect - respect for one's self, for others
and for all children.
In order to form proper habits and attitudes, the following ruled for good conduct are
expected to be obeyed by every student:
1. Respect for all faculty members, other students and self.
2. Respect for all school property and school uniform.
3, Courtesy and consideration for all members of the school community.
4. Silence places and times designated for silence.
5. No chewing of gum in the building or on school grounds.
6. No student is allowed anywhere in the school building without supervision.
Appropriate disciplinary action will be taken for failure to adhere to the above rules.
ADMISSIONS:
It is not necessary for a student to
be Catholic to be admitted to Saint Anthony-Saint Alphonsus School. In all cases,
the new student is on probation for a period of one (1) Year (180 school days); some
student may be accepted conditionally. The conditions will be prescribed
by the
Principal and/or the Pastor.
Saint Anthony-Saint Alphonsus School admits student of any race, color, national or ethnic
origin in the administration of educational policies, admission policies, loan programs
and athletic or i\other school administered programs.
The office of the Superintendent of Schools will process and complaints
or violations of
the aftermentioned admissions policy. Grievances procedures are on file in the school
office.
TRANSFERS:
If a student is to be
transferred to
another school, the school must be notified at least two weeks prior to the transfer.
A parent or legal guardian must sign an official Withdrawal Form in the school
office.
RE-REGISTRATION:
Re-registration occurs on a yearly
basis. All families are expected to re-register their children for the following
school year no later then the date specified on the monthly calendar.
No students will be permitted to begin the new school year unless all
financial obligations of the pervious school year have been satisfied.
SPECIAL SCHEDULES:
It is the duty and the responsibility
of the parent or guardian to check and note on the monthly school calendar
provided by the
school. any days of early dismissal of days off.
RELIGIOUS EVENTS:
In order to reinforce the reason for
our existence, it is necessary for students to attend Holy Mass and other religious
functions with the school. Non-Catholic students will attend these events, but they
shall not participate in any of the Sacraments, in example, Confession, Communion,
Confirmation, etc. Parents are always invited to attend these activities.
DRESS CODE:
Wearing a uniform is a sign of
identification with the school community of Saint Anthony-Saint Alphonsus. By
wearing a uniform, students show pride in their Catholic school and exhibit respect for
their person by dressing in a dignified manner. The uniform also helps to reduce
competition in dress as a result of contemporary styles. Student should arrive at
school and leave school in full uniform.
Boys Hair length may not exceed collar length. All hair must be kept clean and neat.
Fad or engraved hairstyles are not permitted.
Jewelry is not permitted, except that girls may wear one pair of post earrings, no hoops or
dangles.
Positively NO Make-Up or Nail-Polish is permitted during school hours.
School Shoes (oxford type) navy or black or black non-skid are required. No sandals,
clogs or loafers. Heels on shoes are not to be more than one inc in height.
Uniforms are also required for gym classes.
SCHOOL UNIFORM:
The following is the standard Saint
Anthony-Saint Alphonsus School has accepted:
| GIRLS
GRADE: K to 5 |
color
and type accepted |
| Jumper
Blouse: |
Yellow
Peter Pan Collar, long or short sleeves |
| Tie:
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Navy
Criss-Cross |
| Sweater:
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Navy
Cardigan - when needed |
| Socks:
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Navy
Anklets, Knee-Highs or Tights |
| Shoes:
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Navy of
Black: Less than 1 inch heel |
| Seasonal
exceptions: |
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| Spring
Only: |
May wear
Yellow Golf shirt without tie |
| Winter:
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May wear
Slacks - Navy Twill with sweater (above) |
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| GIRLS
GRADE: 6 to 8 |
color
and type accepted |
| Skirts:
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Navy |
| Vest:
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Navy Short
Pointed |
| Blouse:
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Yellow
Pointed Collar |
| Sweater:
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Navy
Cardigan - when needed |
| Socks:
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Navy
Tights |
| Shoes:
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Navy of
Black: Less than 1 inch heel |
| Seasonal
exceptions: |
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| Spring
Only: |
May wear
Knee-High Socks |
| Winter:
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May wear
Slacks - Navy Twill |
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| BOYS
GRADE: K to 5 |
color
and type accepted |
| Trousers:
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Gray
Dacron |
| Shirt:
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Yellow
short or long sleeve |
| Tie:
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Gray with
School Letters |
| Sweater:
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Navy
Cardigan - when needed |
| Socks:
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Navy or
Black |
| Shoes:
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Navy of
Black |
| Seasonal
exceptions: |
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| Spring
Only: |
May wear
Yellow Golf shirt without tie |
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| BOYS
GRADE: 6 to 8 |
color
and type accepted |
| Trousers:
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Navy |
| Shirt:
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Yellow
short or long sleeve |
| Tie:
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Navy |
| Sweater:
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Gray
Pullover - when needed |
| Socks:
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Navy or
Black |
| Shoes:
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Navy of
Black |
| Seasonal
exceptions: |
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| Spring
Only: |
May wear
Yellow Golf shirt without tie |
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| GYM
UNIFORM: ALL |
color
and type accepted |
| Trousers:
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Navy
Sweatpants |
| Shirt:
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T-Shirt or
Hooded Sweatshirt |
| Seasonal
exceptions: |
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| Spring
Only: |
Grades K
to 3 May wear long length shorts |
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| Note: |
Our only authorized uniform supplier is:
IDEAL DEPARTMENT STORE
1816 Flatbush Avenue (Near Avenue K)
Brooklyn, New York 11222
718-352-5090 |
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