Homework Policy
The Archdiocesan Curriculum Guidelines suggest that students in fourth grade should spend an average of 60 minutes per night on homework. In fourth grade this includes both written work and studying assignments.  

We ask that a parent sign the Homework Assignment book on a daily basis.

If a student does not complete a homework assignment the following will occur:
 1. Each time a student misses an assignment, a slip will be sent home notifying parents.  Parents are asked to sign and return the slip the following day.
2. Students will miss snack time the day an assignment is missed and will be required to complete the assignment during this time.
3. Students will lose a point from their homework grade each time they miss an assignment. There will be a total of 60 points given for homework in ELA and Math each Trimester. This will count for 5% of their total grade in these subject areas.


Behavior Policy
In grades 3-6 we will be using a monthly communication calendar to monitor student behavior. Examples of warning behaviors that would be recorded on this log include but are not limited to: talking and or shouting out, being disrespectful, and practicing inappropriate cafeteria or recess behavior.  If a student accumulates 3 warning behaviors in a given month, they will be issued a demerit.  Certain behaviors such as disrespect towards classmates or faculty, inappropriate language, and physical fighting warrant an automatic demerit and will be handled on a case by case basis.  We ask parents to initial the communication log each night.  Students who go an entire month with an empty log will earn a reward!  
 
Below is the system used for Discipline Notices for grades 4-8: 
Discipline Notice 1, 2 and 3- There will be a parent/teacher conference either in person or via the phone after Discipline Notice 3. The teacher initiates the conference. 
Discipline Notice 4, 5, and 6- There will be a parent/principal/teacher/student conference in school after the 6th Discipline Notice. The homeroom teacher will initiate the plans for the conference. 
Discipline Notice 7, 8, and 9- After a 9th Discipline Notice, the student becomes a candidate for suspension. The principal and pastor will review previous notices and inform all parties of the decision. If a suspension occurs, then the suspension process will proceed. 

Thank you for your continued support in our effort to teach responsibility and accountability to your children. 


Attendance Policy
When a student is absent from class the parent must call into the Attendance Line at 610.287.2500 and choose Option 1. Information included with the call should be: student’s name, the student’s Homeroom Teacher, the reason for the absence.

Teachers or an assigned Homework Helper will record the work this student missed during their absence.  It is the responsibility of the student to retrieve the missed work during their absence.  Make-up work for a student will be given to them upon their return, whether it be for an illness or planned absence.    
 
A doctor’s note must be provided for any student who has been absent three consecutive days from school.

Academic Achievement
Distinguished Honors 
Distinguished Honor cards are awarded with the trimester report cards to students in grades 4 through 8. Students are required to have achieved a 95 or above in every subject as well as a minimum of a 3 in the specialized areas of Art, Music, Physical Education, World Language and Technology and in the non-academic areas of Personal Development and Behavior, Effort and Study Skills.
First Honors 
First Honor cards are awarded with the trimester report cards to students in grades 4 through 8. Students are required to have achieved a 92 or above in every subject area as well as a minimum of a 3 in the specialized areas of Art, Music, Physical Education, World Language and Technology and in the non-academic areas of conduct and effort.
Second Honors 
Second honor cards are awarded with the trimester report cards to students in grades 4 through 8. Students are required to have achieved an 88 or above in every subject area as well as a minimum of a 3 in the specialized areas of Art, Music, Physical Education, World Language and Technology and in the non-academic areas of conduct and effort.

Uniforms
Everyday Regulation Uniform for All Girls Grades K through 4

1. Royal and powder blue plaid drop-waist jumper
2. Blue short or long sleeved Peter Pan collar blouse/blue turtleneck (2nd Trimester)
3. Navy knee socks/navy opaque tights
4. Blue or black regulation school shoes (rubber non-marking soles)
5. Navy V-neck cardigan sweater with STC logo

1. Gray poly/wool dress pants
2. Blue short or long sleeved button down oxford shirt/blue turtleneck (2nd Trimester)
3. Regulation navy crew socks; no low cut or no-show
4. Black belt and regulation school shoes (rubber non-marking soles)
5. Navy sweater vest with STC logo or navy V-neck cardigan sweater with STC logo

1. Blue gym shorts with STC logo worn under the gym sweatpants
2. Gray sweatpants with STC logo worn over shorts
3. Blue short sleeved gym shirt with STC logo
4. Blue long sleeved sweatshirt with STC logo worn over the gym shirt
5. Regulation white crew socks; no low cut or no-show
6. One set of same-colored sneakers (non-marking soles/heels/no flashing lights)

Hair Styles/Grooming 
Student’s hair is to be neat and clean, and groomed conservatively.  No extreme styles. No extensions, hair braids, or discoloring is permitted. STC hair bows, STC hair ties, and STC headbands are acceptable. A large distracting headband must be removed by the student, this especially goes for flowers.   Make-up, nail polish, and tattoos (temporary or permanent) are not permitted  

Jewelry 
Although jewelry is not a part of the school uniform, post earrings of a small and conservative style are permitted to be worn by the girls (one earring only in each ear).  No hoop or dangling earrings at any time. Bracelets, ankle and wrist, pins and buttons are not a part of the school uniform.  This includes all rope, yarn and beaded neck, wrist and ankle bands.  A religious medal or cross on a chain is permitted.