BLESSED SACRAMENT-ST. GABRIEL HIGH SCHOOL

STUDENT HANDBOOK

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MR. EDWARD F. SULLIVAN PRINCIPAL

MR. JOSEPH D. DI NUBILA ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

MR. STEVEN KELLY ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

24 SHEA PLACE

NEW ROCHELLE, NY 10801-7122

914-632-2595

FAX: 914-632-3321

E-MAIL: BSSTGAB@ADNYSCHOOLS.ORG

WEBSITE: www.blessedsacstgabhs.org or www.bssg.net

Once students have met the necessary admission requirements and have been accepted in Blessed Sacrament St. Gabriel High School, the school warmly welcomes these students for the coming school year and will strive to provide them with a solid Catholic spiritual and academic education in a supportive learning environment. Students and parents must always be mindful that attendance at Blessed Sacrament St. Gabriel High School is by invitation. It is not a "right" because this is a private school. Admission to and continued enrollment in this school include responsibilities regarding conduct, both inside and outside the classroom and school, and students are expected to conduct themselves in such a manner as to be a credit both to themselves and to their school.

In order to protect its standards of scholarship, discipline and character, Blessed Sacrament St. Gabriel High School reserves the right, and students and parents or guardians concede to the school the right to require the withdrawal of any student at any time, for any reason deemed sufficient in the sole discretion of the school and its administrators. By the student’s attendance at the school, a student and his or her parents or guardians acknowledge the important obligations and restrictions contained in this handbook and agree to be bound by the terms of this handbook.

Students attending Blessed Sacrament St. Gabriel High School relinquish certain rights they might otherwise be entitled to if they were attending a public school. For example, a student’s freedom of speech is limited in many important respects here at our school. Speech, either written or oral, contrary to the Roman Catholic faith, the teachings of the church or the directives of the local Bishop or Ordinary is prohibited, as is any other speech which is contrary or disruptive to the philosophy and purposes of our school. Another important right all students at Blessed Sacrament St. Gabriel High School surrender involves searches and seizures. School administrators may search a student’s person and belongings if there is a reasonable belief, in the sole opinion of the school administrator, that contraband, illegal substances or inappropriate objects are being concealed. Any unauthorized items found may be seized. Additionally, student desks and lockers, which are at all times under the joint control of the school and the student to whom the desk or locker has been assigned, may be searched by school administrators at any time, for any reason or for no reason at all. Students should have absolutely no expectation of privacy with regard to any item in their desks or lockers.

Another important right that a student and his or her parents or guardians give up when they decide to have a student attend this school is the right to sue the school, the parish or the Archdiocese of New York, and/or any individuals acting on behalf of the school, such as the school administrators, teachers, staff or any of their agents for any matter relating to academic or disciplinary decisions or other matters covered within this handbook. Each student and his or her parents or guardians, by their acceptance of enrollment at Blessed Sacrament St. Gabriel High School agree to and accept the school’s rule and policy that students, parents and guardians may not bring any civil action in any local, state or federal court or in any administrative agency or body to challenge any school decision on academic or disciplinary matters, including any decision relating to the rules, regulations, procedures or programs covered within this handbook. Students and parents or guardians agree that any challenge to any school academic or disciplinary action or relating to the rules, regulations, procedures or programs covered in this handbook may only be challenged or appealed within the hierarchy of the school, subject to the limitations contained in this handbook. This includes any decision relating to a student’s enrollment at the school or termination of that enrollment.

While any student and his or her parents or guardians are of course free to consult with legal counsel regarding any school decision taken with respect to a student, the school emphasizes that students and parents or guardians are not permitted to have legal counsel present during any meetings with school administrators. School administrators are not obligated to meet with legal counsel at any time.

There are several grounds for disciplinary action or expulsion set forth in the "Discipline Codes" section of this handbook. It should be noted, however, that any listing of prohibited conduct is set forth by way of example only and to provide guidance to the student and his or her parents or guardians. It is not meant to be an exhaustive listing of improper conduct or resultant disciplinary action.

The Mission of Blessed Sacrament-St. Gabriel High School is to provide a quality Catholic education for young men and women of various abilities and backgrounds. Through a value oriented curriculum and activities, along with prayerful reflection, we create an atmosphere which challenges students to see their giftedness. We call them to recognize their responsibility to use their gifts and talents to build the kingdom of God in today's world.

I. BACKGROUND

Blessed Sacrament-St. Gabriel High School is a result of the merger of Blessed Sacrament and St. Gabriel into one co-educational institution. It has combined the best programs and characteristics from two schools which have effectively served the local community for over seven decades. The school is conducted by members of the Sisters of Charity and the Congregation of Christian Brothers together with other religious and lay persons. It is located in Blessed Sacrament Parish.

II. PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION

We, the Blessed Sacrament-St. Gabriel community acknowledge the existence of God who is revealed most fully in the person of Jesus Christ. We believe this revelation to be most completely expressed in the faith of the Catholic Church. We have designed our school and committed ourselves to assist parents, the prime educators of their children, in communicating this vision of reality to their children. Aware of the pluralistic society in which we live, we welcome those who do not share our vision while expecting them to respect our traditions as we respect theirs.

Blessed Sacrament-St. Gabriel High School bases not only its educational purposes but all of its activities on the Christian teaching of the equality of all children of God, Christ's love and our supernatural destiny.

We encourage and expect our students to develop their academic potential to the fullest and to maintain a positive academic attitude, thus preparing them to make a positive contribution to society and the Church. We expect our students to achieve maturity as morally committed members of the Christian community.

Blessed Sacrament-St. Gabriel High School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, nationality or ethnic origin in the administration of educational policies, admission policies, scholarships, athletics

III. PREFACE TO RULES AND REGULATIONS

It is the duty and responsibility of the school to establish regulations which insure good order. These regulations are published in order that every student and parent may know and observe them.

The Administration of the school reserves the right to institute regulations to meet specific needs and to announce these to the students and parents. Final word on all matters and regulations contained in this handbook (dress code, attendance, etc.) rests with the Administration.

IV. DRESS CODE

Detention will be given to any student who is not properly dressed - shirt or blouse not tucked in, ie., sloppy. By requiring students to be clean, well-groomed and in a school uniform we are encouraging good habits and good discipline. Also, we are helping our students to understand that concern for fancy, stylish and expensive clothing is not a Christian value.

A. BOYS' DRESS CODE

1. Plain, non-denim, black, or khaki dress pants. Uniform pants must be purchased through the uniform company. A logo with BSSG will be sewn into the pants. A belt must be worn.

2. A white or solid, light-colored, non-denim, dress shirt and tie are to be worn at all times.

3. A school pullover sweater must be worn. Seniors may wear a school cardigan sweater.

4. Dark dress shoes and socks are to be worn at all times.

5. Hair must be moderate in length with no shaved sides. No excessive hairstyles are allowed (i.e. no mohawks, no shaved heads, no designs, no braids). There is to be no highlighting, coloring or tinting of hair. Students are to be clean-shaven; neatly trimmed mustaches are permissible.

6. Boys may wear one (1) small, stud earring. No other body piercing is allowed, i.e., no tongue rings, no nose rings, etc.

SUMMER UNIFORMS - May be worn from May 1st to October 1st.

Boys - Dress pants that are plain, non-denim, black, or khaki. Uniform pants must be purchased through the uniform company. A logo with BSSG will be sewn into the pants. A belt must be worn.

WHITE shirt with a collar; no tie is necessary. Dress shoes must be worn. Shirts may not have any writing on them. For students wishing to wear a polo style knit shirt, they must purchase the one with the school emblem from the uniform company.

N.B. Bandannas, hats, scarves and turtlenecks are not to be worn in class and/or in school. Sweatbands, sweatpants, and sneakers are to be worn for gym class only. Outer coats are not to be worn in class.

B. GIRLS' DRESS CODE

1. A black, gray or navy-blue uniform skirt is worn at all times at knee length. The skirt must be no more than two (2) inches above the knee. Black, or khaki slacks may be worn instead of the skirt. Uniform pants must be purchased through the uniform company. A logo with BSSG will be sewn into the pants.

2. A white or solid, light-colored, non-denim dress blouse with a collar is worn at all times.

3. A school pullover sweater must be worn. Seniors may wear a school cardigan sweater.

4. Dark dress shoes and black or white socks or stockings are to be worn at all times. No other color socks or stockings are acceptable. No open toe shoes or sandals.

5. Black or white tights may be worn in the winter months. Sweat pants may not be worn under the skirt during the school day.

6. Earrings should display reserve (no larger than the size of a quarter) and only one (l) set may be worn. No other body piercing is allowed, i.e., no tongue rings, no nose rings, etc.

7.No excessive hairstyles are allowed. There is to be no highlighting, coloring or tinting of hair.

SUMMER UNIFORM - May be worn from May 1st to October 1st.

Girls - Light blue uniform skirt worn at knee length(must be no more than two inches above the knee) or black or khaki uniform pants, a white shirt with a collar. Dress shoes must be worn with white socks or colorless stockings. Open toe shoes or sandals are not permitted. Shirts may not have any writing on them. For students wishing to wear a polo style knit shirt they must purchase the one with the school emblem from the uniform company.

N.B. Bandannas, hats, scarves and turtlenecks are not to be worn in class and/or in school. Sweatbands, sweatpants, and sneakers are to be worn for gym class only. Outer coats are not to be worn in class.

C. GYM UNIFORMS

All students must wear gym uniforms to Physical Education Classes.

V. ACADEMIC PROFILE

The following courses constitute the program of studies at Blessed Sacrament-St. Gabriel High School. Satisfactory completion of this course of study ensures the student a local or Regents diploma and many possibilities for advanced study in two or four year colleges.

FRESHMAN YEAR SOPHOMORE YEAR

Hebrew Scriptures Life of Christ

English 1 English 2

Language Arts Mathematics 2,3

Mathematics 1,2 Global Studies2

Global Studies 1 Earth Science Living Environment Italian 2

Italian 1 Spanish 2

Spanish1 Computer Application

Word Processing Art

Art Physical Education

Physical Education

JUNIOR YEAR SENIOR YEAR

Morality Christian Family Life

English 3 Peace and Justice

Mathematics 3 Christian Service

Geometry English 4

United States History Pre Calculus

Italian 3 Psychology

Spanish 3 Government/Economics

Chemistry Model UN

Health Physics

Intro to Occupations Desktop Publishing

Accounting MicroSoft Office

PhysicalEducation Business Law Business Math Web Page Design

College Art

School Publications

Physical Education

Blessed Sacrament-St. Gabriel Graduation Requirements:

Religion 4 credits

Health 1/2 credit

English 4credits Foreign Language 2credits Social Studies 4credits Physical Education 2 credits

Mathematics 3 credits

Science 3 credits

Art/Music l credit

Christian Service 1/2 credit

Electives 4 credits

In addition to the course requirements listed above, students must successfully complete the Regents Exams currently given by the New York State Board of Regents. (Mathematics A, English, Global Studies, U.S. History and one Science). To receive a Regents Diploma a student must receive a 65 on all five regent exams.

All students must complete all courses, required or electives, in order to receive a diploma.

VI. ACADEMIC POLICY

A. RELIGION

Religion classes, Christian service, annual retreats and attendance at school liturgies are an integral part of the curriculum. It is mandatory for all students to attend and participate in all religious activities.

B. HOMEWORK

Quality education requires work beyond that covered in the classroom. Students should spend at least one and a half hours each night on written and study homework assignments, and reviewing homework/class work. School policy requires that written and/or reading assignments should be given daily. Parents should feel free to consult with teachers regarding these assignments and should check the Student Academic Planner to see the student's homework assignments. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that these assignments are completed.

C. EXAMS

Students take major exams in January and June. Tuition payments must be up to date before a student can sit for these exams. (See XVII.) Any student who misses a mid-term or final examination due to illness must submit a doctor's note to the Dean of Students when s/he returns to school. Failure to do so may result in the student receiving a grade of zero (0) for the exam(s) missed. Any student who does not sit for a final exam will receive a failing grade in the subject.

D. CHEATING

Cheating is a serious violation of the Christian principles which are the foundation of our school. Any student who is found cheating on an exam will be given a zero on the exam. In most cases, this will cause the student to have a failing average for the course and the student will have to attend Summer School to mediate the failure.

E. WRITING ACROSS THE CURRICULUM

All students will be required to complete papers according to the following schedule:

Freshmen

1^st 2^nd 3^rd

9A none Social St. English

9B none Social St. English

9C No formal paper

9D No formal paper

For Levels 9A/B:

Papers will consist of:

1. A report comparing two ideas.

2. A report on a subject that requires at least 4 sources.

For Level 9C/D:

Students will learn how to prepare a research paper.

Sophomores

1^st 2^nd 3^rd

10A English Science Soc.St

10B English Science Soc.St

10C English Science Soc.St

10D English Science Soc.St

For Levels 10 A/B/C:

One of these papers will be a "major paper" defined to be a paper which requires note cards, bibliographies and outlines.

Marking Period:

1. A report on two different critical evaluations of an author, a current event or some form of entertainment.

2. A report on a subject; at least 4 sources must be used, cited properly.

3. A paper that compares two stories, elements or events in history.

4. Do a report that compares the life of Christ with the life of some other person (either from a positive or a negative point of view).

For Level 10D:

Marking Period:

1. Do a report that compares two events, two things or two people.

2. Report on a subject of current interest. At least four different sources need to be used.

3. Take three topics from Regents Competency in Global Studies and research them. It is necessary to use at least four different sources for information.

4. Do a report that compares the life of Christ with the life of some other person.

1^st 2^nd 3^rd

11th Health History English

Marking Period:

1. A major paper which requires note cards, bibliography and outline. Research a health issue showing its significance for the future and describe some of the ways it is being handled.

2. A report that compares two events, two stories, or two historical commentators.

3. A comparison of two critical writings on a topic; this requires at least four sources.

4. Do a report on some moral issue of the present time, show its historical dimension and draw conclusions about future implications.

Seniors

1^st 2^nd 3^rd 4^th

12^th Religion English Soc.St. None

1. Major paper in English

2. In Government and Economics, a paper that describes trends of some other aspect of the course material.

3. In Religion, a paper on a topic of either Peace and Justice or Christian family life.

NOTES

1. Each student will have a writing portfolio in the Guidance Office where these papers will be kept on file.

2. All students will use the same writing manual which will be purchased in the bookstore in Freshman year.

3. Each department will require at least one research paper in the four-year curriculum.

4. Students should choose their own topics from the list of suggested topics.

5. Students will learn how to do note cards, bibliographies, and outlines in their freshman year course in Study Skills.

6. Teachers should set up a time line requiring different components of the paper to be due on specific dates.

7. Any student who does not complete a Writing Across the Curriculum paper for the first, second or third marking period will receive a grade of 60 in the course for that marking period and will be required to attend supervised study each day until the paper is satisfactorily completed.

8. Any student who does not complete a required Writing Across the Curriculum paper by the end of the fourth marking period will receive a grade no higher than 60 in that course. The student will be required to attend Summer School for the course.

E. MARKING SYSTEM

The minimum passing grade is 65 for all students. In the event of a failure, students are required to make up credit at Blessed Sacrament-St. Gabriel Summer School. Students must receive a passing grade in summer school to be re-admitted to the school.If you fail to attend summer school at Blessed Sacrament St. Gabriel HS you will forfeit your right to return to school.

Final failures in a subject may lead to dismissal. Students who fail three or more subjects(this includes electives and mandatory classes) in June may be dismissed from the school.

F. REPORT CARDS

Report Cards are distributed four times each year.

Prior to each of the first three report cards, the student will receive a progress report. The school provides Parent-Teacher Conferences at the time of the first three progress reports.

Report cards and progress reports are to be returned to the school signed by the parent or guardian. No student who owes tuition will receive his or her report card.

G. SUPERVISED STUDY

Those who fail two (2) or more subjects during any marking period will be required to attend Supervised Study after school on assigned days.

H. ACADEMIC HONORS

1. Honor Roll is published every marking period following distribution of report cards and posted for all to see.

First Honors – 89.5 and above average (with no failures)

Second Honors - 85 to 89.4 average (with no failures)

Honors Assemblies are held after the first, second and third marking periods.

2. Student Recognition Night is held once a year. The purpose of this night is to give public recognition to students who have excelled both in academic, athletic, and/or extra-curricular activities. Parents of students being recognized will be invited to attend.

I. ACADEMIC WARNING

Teachers may send parents an additional Academic Progress Report advising them that the student is in danger of failing a subject. A copy of this report is kept on file. These notices should be regarded seriously.

J. ATHLETICS, ACTIVITIES, AND FAILURES

While Interscholastic Sports and Activities play an integral part in a student's development, it must be remembered that a student's academic standing is of utmost importance. Therefore, any student who fails two (2) or more subjects on the report card is ineligible to participate in any school activity for three school weeks from the date of the report card. After three weeks the progress of the student will be evaluated in writing by all subject teachers. A judgment will be made as to the student's eligibility by the Athletic Director, Moderator of an activity, the Academic Advisor and/or Guidance Counselor who may allow the student to participate in an activity if there is clear improvement noted. The student must still continue to attend Supervised Study.

VII. ATTENDANCE

Every student must have a satisfactory attendance record. Freshmen, Sophomores or Juniors absent in excess of l5 days will be required to make up the time they have lost as determined by the Administration before being promoted. Normally, this time will be made up by the student in Summer School. In unusual medical situations, the Administration will determine what number of absences will be excessive. Any Senior absent in excess of fifteen (l5) school days will not be allowed to graduate on time and will also be required to attend Summer School regardless of academic performance. Frequent absence can result in loss of academic credits. As a general guideline, any student who does not attend classes will not be allowed to participate in extracurricular activities. Consult the Dean of Students for details.

The following is the attendance policy for Blessed Sacrament St. Gabriel High School, as mandated by the New York State Education Department.

The purpose of this attendance policy is to ensure that, to the maximum extent possible, every student attends school every day for the entire day. To accomplish this objective, Blessed Sacrament St. Gabriel High School will employ the following strategies.

The following reasons for absence or tardiness will be considered as excused:

Where applicable, the parent/guardian must provide a written note explaining the reason for the absence or tardiness. All other reasons for absence or tardiness will be considered unexcused. All doctor and dentist appoints should be made outside of school hours. The school administration makes the final determination as to whether an absence or tardiness is excused or unexcused.

The following reasons for early departure will be considered as excused:

Sickness, court appearance, approved work programs, attendance at health clinics.

All other reasons for early departure will be considered unexcused. The school administration makes the final determination as to whether an early departure is excused or unexcused.

Attendance Requirements for Course Credit or Promotion

In order to receive appropriate course credit or to be promoted, students are expected to attend school and all classes daily. In special circumstances, the school administration makes the final determination as to whether a student receives course credit or is promoted.

Description of Incentives to Good Attendance and Sanctions for Poor Attendance:

Students with perfect attendance will receive perfect attendance awards at the end of the school year. In addition, perfect or nearly perfect attendance will be noted on any written recommendations completed for students.

Students who are absent on any given day must bring a note from their parent or guardian explaining their absence upon their return to school. They are also responsible for obtaining all class and homework assignments in order to continue their academic progress. Students who are late more than three times must attend after-school detention on the same day. Excessive student absence and lateness in any given year may lead to the denial of registration for the following school year.

Notification to Parents/Guardians

If students will be absent or tardy, parents are expected to call the school office by 8:30 a.m.

A record of student absences will be reported via report cards. In certain situations regarding absences or tardiness, school officials may notify the parent/guardian via telephone.

A Description of the Development Process for Intervention Strategies

If there is a problem adhering to the school policy regarding attendance and punctuality, the school administration and parent/guardian will meet to define the problem and to develop specific strategies to eliminate the problem. If necessary, ongoing meetings will be held to review the matter.

Community Awareness

Each parent/guardian will receive a copy of the parent-student handbook that will contain those provisions of the attendance policy directly affecting students. Each teacher will also receive a copy of the policy and subsequent revisions in the faculty handbook. These policies will explain to parents and teachers their respective roles in encouraging maximum student attendance and necessary procedures to be followed. A copy of this entire policy is kept on file in the school office and will be available upon request.

A. ABSENCE PROCEDURE

When a student is absent, even for a day, the parent MUST telephone the school before 8:30 A.M. and an explanation for the absence must be given.

An adequate written explanation of the absence, signed by the parent or guardian, must be submitted to the Assistant Principal before a student can be admitted to class. Anyone who fails to observe this rule may be given detention. Any absence of three (3) or more days should be explained by a physician's note.

B. PUNCTUALITY

Every student must be in the building at the scheduled time. The Home Room period begins at 8:10 a.m. and ends at 8:30 a.m. Any student arriving after 8:10 a.m. must report to the Assistant Principal for a late pass or detention slip. A student is allowed to be late twice during the school year. Every lateness thereafter will result in detention. If a student is more than one hour late for school, the lateness will be recorded as a 1/2 day absent. If a student misses more than one class period, it will be recorded as a 1/2 day absence.

Lateness for class will be handled by the classroom teacher.

C. SPECIAL PERMISSION

Appointments (medical, dental, driver tests, etc.) should not be made during school hours, except in cases of an emergency. Permission for a student to leave school must be requested beforehand from the Assistant Principal. Parents MUST call the Assistant Principal to make such arrangements. A written note is not satisfactory. Time off from school for college visits must be approved by the guidance counselor.

D. UNEXCUSED ABSENCES

Excuses, such as the following are not acceptable: shopping, working, oversleeping, lacking proper uniform, etc.

E. TRUANCY

Truancy (cut classes) is a very serious violation of school discipline. Any student who is truant will be placed on probation for the remainder of the school year and receive at least five (5) days detention. A student may not participate in any extracurricular activity until detentions have been completed with the exception of activities during extended vacations, that is, Christmas, mid-Winter and Easter vacations.

F. SERIOUS CRIME

If a student is charged with a serious crime the student will be placed on home study until the charges are resolved.

G. ANNOUNCEMENTS

Daily announcements are made over the public address system or by use of a bulletin during the homeroom period. In addition, the school bulletin boards (main lobby and cafeteria) are used for the posting of all school and activity announcements. Students are expected to read and listen to all announcements and are held responsible for them.

H. SCHOOL CLOSING

For information regarding the closing of school due to inclement weather, listen to radio stations: WVOX-AM 1460, WFAS-AM 1230/ 103.9 FM, or WCBS – AM 880. TV Stations NBC Channel 4, CBS Channel 2, and News12 Westchester and if possible on the school web page. DO NOT CALL THE SCHOOL.

VIII. GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT

The main function of the Guidance Department is to be of service to the students and parents of Blessed Sacrament-St. Gabriel in such areas as orientation, school programs, academic placement, college and career counseling and advisement regarding students' problems. Students will be notified of scheduled appointments. Students may also arrange personal interviews at other times.

IX. SCHOOL LIBRARY

The school library is a service provided for the students. The librarian is on hand to assist students in the selection of books and with research projects. Books may be kept for a set time period determined by the librarian. A fine will be charged for books kept beyond the set limit. Recognizing that the library is a place of academic work, reasonable silence should be observed. Students are expected to comply with school policy regarding use of the internet. No student is to use the computers without authorization and supervision.

X. STUDENT HEALTH

Each student must present a health and immunization report from a physician on the form supplied yearly by the school.

If a student should become ill or injured in school, the student must inform the teacher and then report to the nurse or Assistant Principal. A student may never leave the school without proper permission. Parents will be contacted should it be deemed necessary to send the student home. A phone call to the school is expected upon his/her arrival home. Any questions concerning insurance should be directed to the Business Office.

All students are required to enroll in a program of Physical Education each year. Students unable to participate because of some permanent handicap or temporary illness are required to document this exemption with a physician's certificate. No student will be exempt without this documentation.

XI. HARASSMENT

Harassment in any form whether verbal, physical or sexual will not be tolerated at Blessed Sacrament-St. Gabriel. Any student who thinks that he or she has been subject to harassment should report it immediately to the Dean of Students or his or her Guidance Counselor.

XII. SEXUAL BEHAVIOR

Blessed Sacrament-St. Gabriel upholds and teaches the spiritual and moral principles of the Catholic Church. This is particularly true regarding the sacredness and value of human life. It is understood that students coming to our school accept these standards. Blessed Sacrament-St. Gabriel also recognizes that the youth of today are confronted with some standards of human behavior relating to sexuality that are contrary to the teachings of the Church. Keeping in mind the dignity of the individual, the sacredness of marriage, the value of human life and general welfare of the student body, in the true spirit of Christ, the school will offer help to any student experiencing sexual difficulties. Excessive expressions of affection are not permissible during the school day on school property.

A. PREGNANCY POLICY FOR SCHOOLS IN THE ARCHDIOCESE OF NEW YORK

The Office of the Superintendent of Schools of the Archdiocese of New York is committed to respect and protect life in all its stages.

While not condoning sexual activity outside of marriage and being sensitive to victims of sexual assault, it is the policy of the Archdiocese to assist any pregnant girl with her educational, medical and family plans.

This policy includes educational planning to continue the student's education and obtain a school diploma. The Office of the superintendent does not consider pregnancy in and of itself reason for the dismissal of any student. Efforts of assistance may include helping the student inform her parents or guardians (if this has not been already done), and providing medical referral for appropriate medical evaluation and prenatal care.

While the following policy is intended to cover most cases of student pregnancy, it also recognizes that circumstances in a particular student's situation or in a given school may necessitate a deviation from the policy. If the principal believes such to be the case, then it must be discussed with either the Superintendent of Schools, the associate Superintendent for Secondary Schools or the Assistant Superintendent for Pro-Life Activities as soon as the principal determines that an adjustment to the policy may be in order.

B. PROCEDURES

1. DURING PREGNANCY

The student must submit a letter from her physician which informs the school of her condition together with any necessary health-related arrangements that the physician recommends. Ordinarily, a student remains in school through her fifth or sixth month of pregnancy. This time line should be followed as nearly as possible, depending on the condition of the student and the educational expectations of the school. The decision concerning a student's continued school attendance is made by the principal after consultation with her parents or guardians, and in consideration of the best interest of the student, the unborn child and the school's educational expectations.

After receipt of a physician's letter concerning a student's pregnancy, the school nurse, the student's guidance counselor and other administrators should be notified immediately. Any adjustment to the student's schedule (e.g., gym class, etc.) should be made after consultation with the parents or guardian, school nurse and guidance counselor and in the best interest of the student, the unborn child and the school's educational expectations.

The guidance counselor should discuss the options open to a pregnant student for educational plans during and after the pregnancy:

- Attend a special school for pregnant students.

- Attend a special program for housing and education at Rosalie Hall of New York Foundling, etc.

- Home instruction* (provided by the public school district.) - Tuition must be paid to the Catholic High School if New York State credits are to be issued.

- Independent Study* (tuition must be paid if credit is to be issued)

*before these options are approved, a conference with the principal, student's parents, guidance counselors and other administrators is necessary.

2. AFTER THE BIRTH OF THE CHILD

The student who chooses to resume regular studies at the high school must present a letter from her physician stating that she is able to resume a full educational program.

Consultation with all parties concerned should take place prior to the student's return to school. In all cases, the best interest of the mother and child should remain a priority.

If needed, continuing assistance for the care and nurturing of the mother and child can be provided through the Pro-Life Office of the Superintendent of Schools of the Archdiocese of New York.

XIII. BUILDING AND SCHOOL GROUNDS

Every student is expected to cooperate in the maintenance of the school building, that is, classrooms, cafeteria, lockers, gym and school grounds. Disruptions, disrespect, defacing or damaging any school property will not be tolerated and may result in detention, expulsion and/or restitution for said offenses. Additionally,

l. The school is NOT responsible for any property left in student lockers. Students are responsible for their books, clothing, lockers and personal property. All valuables should be left home (leather jackets, jewelry or equipment of any kind, etc.)

2. State books must be returned at the end of the school year. Loss or damage to books is subject to payment of a fee.

3. Running or pushing in the building is not allowed.

4. No radios, beepers or cell phones are allowed in school.

5. No gum chewing is allowed in school.

6. A student may never leave the building without the permission of the Assistant Principal or Principal during school hours. Five days detention will be given to students who break this rule.

7. If a student is put out of class, the student must report to the Assistant Principal's Office immediately.

8. The school does not accept responsibility for personal loss which occurs in the building.

A. LOCKERS

Every student must use only the school lock and locker assigned. All students must keep lockers in good order. Lockers are to be cleaned out immediately before Christmas and Easter vacations. Lockers are subject to inspection at any time. Never pre-dial your combination lock. Do not give out locker combination numbers.

A student is permitted to go to the locker only at the following times: before and after school, and at the end of the 2nd, 4th and 6th periods.

B. FIRE DRILLS

From time to time during the year, practice fire drills will be held. State law requires practice fire drills. All students are required to familiarize themselves with the fire regulations posted in each classroom. Strict silence is to be maintained during fire drills.

C. PHYSICAL EDUCATION BUILDING

Students are not permitted to use the gym or any of its equipment unless they are properly supervised. Sneakers must be worn.

D. CARS

Students are not to park in the High School or Elementary School parking lots. Safety and good order require the following regulations regarding the use of cars parked or driven around the school:

1. Reckless driving will result in probation or suspension from school.

2. As a guideline, the speed limit within school grounds is 10-miles per hour.

3. Car radios are not to be played loudly near the school.

4. A student who drives to school must register his/her car with the Assistant Principal.

E. OUTSIDE THE SCHOOL BUILDING

Blessed Sacrament - St. Gabriel H.S. has a good reputation in the local community and beyond. Students who damage this reputation by their conduct, whether during or outside of school time, may be subject to disciplinary action by the school.

l. Proper conduct on board private or public buses is of the utmost importance. Misconduct of any sort that is reported to the school will be reported to the parents and may be punishable by school authorities.

2. The Main Office handles the signing of applications for commutation tickets and bus passes.

3. No street weapons, such as knives, are to be carried or taken to school. Possession of weapons may result in dismissal from school.

4. No snowball throwing within the vicinity of the school during the winter months is allowed.

Anyone breaking the rule will receive at least three (3) days detention.

5. Students are not allowed to go to their cars in between classes. All students who drive to school should park their car in the lot opposite the church on Centre Avenue. The parking meters have a 10 hour limit.

6. Students are held responsible for their conduct in attendance at ANY school function, be it athletic, cultural or social.

XIV. CAFETERIA

During their lunch period, students are expected to go to the school cafeteria.

l. Students may not enter the cafeteria before their lunch period begins (or leave before it ends).

2. Food and drink are restricted to the cafeteria at all times.

3. Students are responsible for cleaning their place at the table and depositing refuse in receptacles. On a rotating basis, students will be assigned clean-up duty in the cafeteria.

4. Students are to follow the instructions of the teacher in charge of the cafeteria period.

5. A student must get a library pass from the lunchroom supervisor in order to enter the library during lunch time.

6. Students are not allowed off school grounds for lunch. Students are not allowed to order food from the outside during the school day. Five (5) days detention will be given to those students who break this rule.

XV. IMPOSED DISCIPLINE

A student who breaks a rule will be given detention. The student given detention reports at 2:40 p.m. and is required to sit in silence in uniform for one (l) hour. If a student is late for detention he/she may receive an additional day of detention...or forced to spend additional time that day in the detention room at the Dean's discretion. A student, detained by a teacher after school, should bring a note to the Assistant Principal. Detention is held each day and is to be served on the day it is given.

Additionally,

1. A student may be excused from detention for such reasons as an urgent dentist's or doctor's appointment. Anytime a detention is postponed for a legitimate reason, an extra day of detention will be assigned. However, such an appointment must be confirmed by a phone call from the parents. Student excuses will NOT be accepted.

2. The fact that a student has an after-school job or activity will not be accepted as an excuse to postpone detention.

3. Failure to report to detention will result in five (5) days detention and probation.

4. Fighting on school grounds and within the immediate vicinity will result in the student being sent home from school. The student may not return to school until there is a parental conference with the Assistant Principal. Disciplinary actions will be handled by the Assistant Principal. Fighting may result in dismissal from school.

5. Any student who exceeds seven (7) detentions will be placed on probation for the remainder of the school year. Excessive detentions may result in suspension or dismissal.

A. PROBATION

Probation means that a student is in imminent danger of being dismissed from the school. A student on probation may be dismissed from school for additional serious offenses, such as truancy, fighting or selling illegal drugs. A student displaying an attitude detrimental to the goals of the school may also be placed on probation.

B. SUSPENSION

A student may be excluded from school for a period of time. Parents will be required to come to school for a consultation. It is the student's responsibility to make up all academic work missed while on suspension.

C. DISMISSAL

In the event that a student has been placed on probation and/or suspended and he/she continues to disobey school rules as laid down in our handbook, the student will be dismissed from the school.

Certain flagrant violations of school policy, such as abusive language or physical abuse directed towards teachers, possession of or use of drugs, destroying school property, etc. will result in dismissal from the school. Anyone caught stealing, private or school property, is liable to dismissal. As previously stated, the final word on all matters and regulations contained in this handbook rests with the Administration.

D. ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW

Students who are on probation or who have accumulated a significant number of detentions may be subject to an administrative review in January and/or June.

E. POLICY ON DRUGS AND ALCOHOL

Blessed Sacrament-St Gabriel High School recognizes that our lives are gifts from God and that what we make of these lives are our gifts back to God. The school takes seriously its duty to educate both young people and their families on the dangers of drugs. As a school dedicated to developing the goodness of God in its students we cannot condone actions which prohibit full human development.

The use or possession of alcohol or other drugs in any form while in attendance at school or at related school activities is strictly forbidden. Blessed Sacrament-St. Gabriel will, in the beginning of freshman year, orient its students as to the moral, practical and legal consequences of drug and alcohol abuse.

Because of our dual responsibility to both the addicted student-in-need and the student body at-large, the following procedures will be followed:

a) Any student found profiteering from the sale of drugs will be dismissed from school immediately and the proper authorities will be notified.

b) When a student is found to be using and/or possessing alcohol or other drugs:

1. Parents will be contacted immediately and required to come to school for an interview with a member of the Administration to discuss dismissal procedures.

1. VOLUNTARY REFERRAL

Any student who asks for help with a chemical problem will be given every assistance. Any such self-referral will be treated with CONFIDENTIALITY. Self-referrals can be made directly to any teacher, guidance counselor, or to the school ADAPP counselor.

This program is one of education as well as recovery. Inquiries about the program itself or chemical use in general are welcome.

2. REFERRAL BY FELLOW STUDENT

Although motivated by genuine concern regarding significant signs of chemical use by a classmate, many students remain silent and helpless, due to lack of knowledge, fear of reprisal, or rebuke. To lessen concern in this area, students faced with this dilemma are urged to speak with a teacher, a guidance counselor, or the ADAPP counselor to acquire techniques for sympathetic intervention.

Confidentiality is guaranteed and anonymity provided. Individual names need not be mentioned for effective intervention to take place.

Chemical dependency, including alcoholism, is defined as a disease in which a person's use of chemicals has begun to interfere in any area of that person's life. We recognize that chemical dependency, including alcoholism, is a disease for which there is effective treatment and rehabilitation.

F. SMOKING

Smoking on school grounds, in school vehicles and within the immediate vicinity (a one-block radius) is forbidden AT ALL TIMES. Should smoking be detected, all those present may be presumed to be smoking. Violation of this rule will result in five (5) days detention.

XVI. INTERSCHOLASTIC PROGRAM

The school offers the following interscholastic sports as student interest calls for:

Baseball - Varsity

Basketball - Varsity, Junior Varsity (BOYS and GIRLS)

Track and Field - Varsity (COED)

Softball - Varsity

Soccer - Varsity (BOYS and GIRLS)

Volleyball - Junior Varsity

Note: Additional directives regarding the sports program at Blessed Sacrament-St. Gabriel will be handled by the Athletic Department.

XVII. TUITION AND FEES

There are three options for paying tuition:

1. Full tuition is be paid to the school by July 15 and a discount is given. If the tuition is received after July 15, the tuition payments will be placed on the fourth option.

2. Half of the tuition is paid to the school by July 15th and the second half by December 15th. If either payment date is missed, the remaining tuition payments will be placed on the fourth option.

3. Ten monthly payments are collected by Smarts beginning in July and continuing until April.

Tuition and fees which are past due for one month will result in student suspension until all financial obligations are paid in full. Students will not be allowed to sit for school exams in either January or June until all financial obligations are satisfied.

XVIII Pesticide Notification

Dear Parent, Guardian, and School Staff:

New York State Education Law Section 409-H, effective July 1, 2001, requires all public and nonpublic elementary and secondary schools to provide written notification to all persons in parental relation, faculty, and staff regarding the potential use of pesticides periodically throughout the school year. Blessed Sacrament St. Gabriel HS is required to maintain a list of persons in parental relation, faculty, and staff who wish to receive 48-hour prior written notification of certain pesticide applications. The following pesticide applications are not subject to prior notification requirements:

* a school remains unoccupied for a continuous 72-hours following an application;

* anti-microbial products;

* nonvolatile rodenticides in tamper resistant bait stations in areas inaccessible to children;

* nonvolatile insecticidal baits in tamper resistant bait stations in areas inaccessible to children;

* silica gel and other nonvolatile ready-to-use pastes, foams, or gels in areas inaccessible to children;

* boric acid and disodium octaborate tetrahydrate;

* the application of EPA designated biopesticides;

* the application of EPA designated exempt materials under 40CFR152.25;

* the use of aerosol products with a directed spray in containers of 18 fluid ounces or less when used to protect individuals from an imminent threat from stinging and biting insects including venomous spiders, bees, wasps, and hornets.

In the event of an emergency application necessary to protect against an imminent threat to human health, a good faith effort will be made to supply written notification to those on the 48-hour prior notification list. If you would like to receive 48-hour prior notification of pesticide applications that are scheduled to occur in your school, please complete the form below and return it to Blessed Sacrament St. Gabriel HS pesticide representative

Mr.Edward Sullivan

BlessedSacrament St. Gabriel HS

24 Shea Place

New Rochelle, NY 10801

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Day Phone:

Evening Phone:

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BELL SCHEDULE

"A" Schedule

HR 8:10 - 8:30

1 8:33 - 9:15

2 9:18 - 10:00

3 10:03 - 10:45

4 10:48 - 11:30

5 11:33 - 12:15

6 12:18 - 1:00

7 1:03 - 1:45

8 1:48 - 2:30

"B" Schedule

HR 8:10 - 8:30

1 8:33 - 9:05

2 9:08 - 9:40

3 9:43 - 10:15

4 10:18 - 10:50

5 10:53 - 11:25

6 11:28 - 12:00

7 12:03 - 12:35

8 12:38 - 1:10

"C" Schedule

HR 8:10 – 8:30