Student Handbook 2015-2016

ST. ALOYSIUS SCHOOL
A Blue Ribbon School of Excellence
2015-2016
33 South Avenue
New Canaan, CT 06840
Phone: (203) 966-0786
Fax: (203) 972-6960
Email: office@sasnewcanaan.org
www.staloysiusschool.net
Principal:
Mr. Bardhyl Gjoka
Administrative Assistant:
Mrs. Jeanne Bearden
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Table of Contents
Letter from our Principal………………………………………………………. 4
Mission Statement………………………………………………………………5
School Administration and Staff………………………………………………. 6
The Diocese of Bridgeport Catholic School Corp. Cluster IV info……………. 7
St. Aloysius School Advisory Board……………………………………………7
St. Aloysius School Organizational Chart………………………………………8
Organizational Responsibilities…………………………………………………9
Absences, Admissions, and Priorities for Enrollment………………………….10-11
Appointments…………………………………………………………………...11
Attendance, Business Office and Cell Phones………………………………….12
Character Development…………………………………………………………13-14
School Rules – Code of Discipline……………………………………………..14-19
Crisis Management Plan, Daily Schedule, Early Release from school…………20
Emergency Forms……………………………………………………………….20
Emergency Closing……………………………………………………………...21
Examinations……………………………………………………………………22
Family Communications, Family Leaves……………………………………….23
Field Trips, Financial Obligations………………………………………………24
Grading Systems………………………………………………………………...25
Graduation………………………………………………………………………26
Health Services, Immunization Records………………………………………..27
Home School Association, Homework…………………………………………28
Homework Honor Roll, Progress Reports, Internet Use………………………..29
Late Arrivals, Library.………………………………………………………… 30
Lost & Found, Lunch/Recess, Non-custodial Parent………………………….. 31
Parent-Teacher Conferences, Peanuts…………………………………………. 32
Promotion, Failures, and Retention in Grade….………………………………..33
Physical Education, Report Cards and Testing Program……………………… 34
School Drop-Off and Pick-Up, School Grounds……………………………….35
Sickness & Emergencies, Spiritual Development………………………………36
School Uniforms………………………………………………………………...36-39
Sports, Telephone Calls………………………………………………………....40
Transportation, Textbooks School Property, Visitors & Parents……………….41
Volunteer Services………………………………………………………………41
Student Directory & Class Lists………………………………………………...42
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St. Aloysius School
33 South Ave, New Canaan CT 06840
Dear Parents and Students,
“What greater work is there than training the mind and forming the habits of the young?”
St. John Chrysostom
Welcome to St. Aloysius School! In choosing St. Aloysius School, you
have demonstrated a commitment to the values and philosophy of a
Catholic education.
The Parent/Student Handbook reflects the policies of St. Aloysius
School for the 2015-2016 school year. Please read the Handbook
carefully and sign the accompanying agreement. This agreement
states that you intend to abide by the policies of St. Aloysius School
during the 2015-2016 school year.
The faculty and staff of St. Aloysius School look forward to working
with you to promote academic excellence and spiritual development in
the context of the teachings of the Catholic Church.
Together let us pray that God, who has begun this good work in us,
may carry it through to completion.
God bless you,
Bardhyl Gjoka
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SAINT ALOYSIUS SCHOOL
MISSION STATEMENT
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St. Aloysius School is a community
permeated by Catholic teachings
and values, where academic
excellence is promoted through
the spiritual, intellectual,
physical and emotional
development of each student.
ST. ALOYSIUS SCHOOL
2015 - 2016
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School Administration and Staff
Pastor
Msgr. William J. Scheyd
Parochial Vicars
School Chaplain
Rev. Cyrus M. Bartolome
Rev. Ralph Segura
Rev. William G. Carey, retired
Rev. Cyrus M. Bartolome
Principal
Assistant to the Principal
Administrative Assistant
Mr. Bardhyl Gjoka
Mrs. Marie Crai
Mrs. Jeanne Bearden
bgjoka@diobpt.org
mcari@sasnewcanaan.org
jbearden@sasnewcanaan.org
Director of Admissions
Mrs. Ellen Weston
eweston@sasnewcanaan.org
Bookkeeper
Mrs. Pam Negri
pnegri@sasnewcanaan.org
Homeroom Teachers:
Kindergarten
Grade 1
Grade 2
Grade 3
Grade 4
Grade 5
Grade 6
Grade 7
Grade 8
Mrs. Debbie Moran
Mr. Alan Mahony
Mrs. Marie Crai
Mrs. Amy Houst
Mrs. Meaghan Latham
Ms. Toni-Ann Castagna
Mrs. Deborah Phillips
Mrs. Anne DeSousa
Mrs. Marybeth Nisco
dmoran@sasnewcanaan.org
amahony@sasnewcanaan.org
mcari@sasnewcanaan.org
ahoust@sasnewcanaan.org
mlatham@sasnewcanaan.org
tcastagna@sasnewcanaan.org
dphillips@sasnewcanaan.org
adesousa@sasnewcanaan.org
mnisco@sasnewcanaan.org
Ms. Marcy Kessler
Mrs. Marybeth Nisco
Mrs. Deborah Phillips
Ms. Kelly O’Brien
Ms. Kelly O’Brien
Mrs. Celeste Andrei
Mrs. Cidalia Kettles
Ms. Bertha Navarro
Mrs. Debbie Moran
Mr. Todd Gilman
Mrs. Shayna Wolf
Mrs. Kim Hogan
Mrs. Rose Dahlman
Ms. Alyssa LaFrenierre
Mrs. Carroll McCaffrey
mkessler@sasnewcanaan.org
mnisco@sasnewcanaan.org
dphillips@sasnewcanaan.org
ko’brien@sasnewcanaan.org
ko’brien@sasnewcanaan.org
candrei@sasnewcanaan.org
ckettles@sasnewcanaan.org
bnavarro@sasnewcanaan.org
dmoran@sasnewcanaan.org
tgilman@sasnewcanaan.org
swolf@sasnewcanaan.org
khogan@sasnewcanaan.org
rdahlman@sasnewcanaan.org
alafrenierre@sasnewcanaan.org
cmccaffrey@sasnewcanaan.org
Math: Grades 6-8
Social Studies: Grades 6-8
Science: Grades 5-8
IT Manager
Computer Teacher k-8
Art
Music
Spanish
Athletic Director
Physical Education
Counselor
School Nurses
Kindergarten Aide
Reading Volunteer
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THE DIOCESE OF BRIDGEPORT CATHOLIC SCHOOL CORPORATION
CLUSTER IV
St. Aloysius School
33 South Avenue, New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 966-0786 Fax: (203) 972-6960
Principal: Mr. Bardhyl Gjoka
Administrative Assistant: Mrs. Jeanne Bearden
ST. ALOYSIUS SCHOOL ADVISORY BOARD
Msgr. William J. Scheyd
Mr. Bardhyl Gjoka
Mr. Andrew Bella
Mr. Gerald Cimador
Mrs. Marie Crai
Mrs. Mimi Flynn
Mr. Robert Furnari (chair)
Mrs. Maura Gayer
Mrs. Cristina Hamel
Mrs. Nina LaMagna
Mr. James McPartlan
Mr. Kevin Stone
Mr. Mark Tully
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St. Aloysius School Organization Chart
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Organizational Responsibilities
Diocese:
Sets policies for instruction, finance and facilities
Reviews and acts on school plans and budgets
Sets salaries and benefits for administrators, faculty and staff
Reviews school board resolutions
Signs employment contracts
Principal
● Operates school
● Develops curriculum and instruction plans
● Implements Diocesan policies
● Interviews, recommends for hiring, evaluates and develops staff
● Prepares budget for School Advisory Board/Diocesan review
● Participates in school public relations
● Communicates with parents
School Advisory Board
● Provide advice and counsel to the Principal
● Participates in strategic planning and goal setting for finance, facilities, marketing
and development, and home-school relations to complement curriculum and
instructional strategic plan developed by administration
Home School Association
● Acts as liaison between parents and administration
● Organizes volunteers to arrange social events, fundraising efforts and enrichment
programs
Pastor/Parish
● Owner and responsible for facilities in cooperation with school administration and
School Advisory Board
● School Spiritual Director
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ABSENCES
Students are expected to be in school and on time every day. The school day begins at 8:25 a.m.
and ends at 2:30 p.m. Parents should schedule outside appointments after school hours. If they
cannot, it is the responsibility of the student and/or the parent to obtain assignments and missed
class work.
If a student is to be absent, a parent or guardian must call the school (203-966-0786) before
8:30 a.m. Messages may be left on the machine at any time. You may also e-mail the school at
office@sasnewcanaan.org to notify the school of sickness and absence. The main office opens
at 7:45 a.m. Missed work can be picked up in the classroom after 2:30 p.m. or sent home with
another student upon parental request. When a child returns to school after an absence, he/she
must bring a written excuse to the homeroom teacher.
Students are responsible for all work missed during their absence, and must arrange with
teachers to make up any tests and quizzes.
A student may not participate in any school activity, sport event, or dance on the day that
student was absent from school.
It is particularly important that children not be taken out of school early for school vacations.
They will miss essential work and their absence sends a message to all concerned that school is
not important and that other things come first. Teachers are under no obligation to provide work
missed during vacations taken during regularly scheduled school.
ADMISSIONS (Diocese of Bridgeport Policy 3.100)
The age requirements for admittance to kindergarten or grade one should be in accordance with
requirements of the State of Connecticut. Connecticut requires that a kindergarten enrollee
must turn five by January 1 of the year in which s/he will begin school. The parent/guardian of
a child five years of age shall have the option of not sending the child to school until the child is
six years of age and the parent/guardian of a child six years of age shall have the option of not
sending the child to school until the child is seven years of age.
The Diocese of Bridgeport schools admit students of any race, color, and national or ethnic
origin.
PRIORITIES FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ENROLLMENT
(Diocese of Bridgeport Policy 3.101)
Following diocesan policy, when there is a limited number of seats in a given grade and a large
number of applicants, St. Aloysius School admits new students in the following order: (1)
siblings of current students; (2) students whose parents are members of one of the Diocesan
parishes; (3) students transferring from a Catholic school, not within the region; (4) Catholic
children from outside the local parish region, and (5) all others.
Accepted candidates for whom there is not room in a given class will be placed on a waiting list
upon receipt of a letter from the parents stating that they would like to be placed on the list. As
spaces become available in a given class, these students on the waiting list will be given first
preference.
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CONDITIONAL ACCEPTANCE (Diocese of Bridgeport Policy 3.103)
All new students are admitted on a conditional basis. If, at the end of a designated time period
it is determined that the placement is not beneficial, parents will withdraw the student. Any
tuition will be refunded.
WITHDRAWAL (Diocese of Bridgeport Policy 3.211)
When a student withdraws before the end of a marking term, the grade will be reported as of the
date of the withdrawal. This grade and such notation will be indicated on the report card and
the Permanent Report Card.
STUDENT RECORDS (Diocese of Bridgeport Policy 3.213)
If a current student is planning to continue his/her education elsewhere, sufficient notice should
be given to the school regarding the transmittal of records. Official school records are sent
directly from our school office to the receiving school. This is done only after the School Office
has received written permission from the parent to release such records.
TRANSFERS (Diocese of Bridgeport Policy 3.307)
Students transferring into the school will be accepted for enrollment when all official school
records are received by the Principal.
Records and report cards will not be released nor will they be sent to another school if there are
outstanding bills.
APPOINTMENTS
Parents should call the Office (203-966-0786) and leave a message if they need to speak to a
teacher or to the principal. The teacher or principal will then make an appointment that is
convenient for all.
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ATTENDANCE
Children are most productive when their attendance is regular. The school feels a commitment
to a child’s learning and consistent attendance. Therefore, if a child is going to be absent, it is
required that parents:
1.
Call the school before 8:30 a.m. on the day of a student's absence to give the reason
for the absence (203-966-0786).
2.
Upon the child's return, send a note to the child's teacher stating the date or
dates your child was absent and the reason for the absence.
3.
Make arrangements to pick up assignments at the end of the school day if a child is
absent.
4.
If an absence is due to a communicable disease, like chickenpox, Fifths Disease, or
measles, a note from the attending physician must be submitted to the office stating
that the child may return to class.
5.
Students are expected to make up work missed during an absence generally within a
week of their return to school.
BUSINESS OFFICE
The Bridgeport Diocesan Schools Corporation Business Office is located at the Catholic Center
at 238 Jewett Ave., Bridgeport. The St. Aloysius School bookkeeper, Mrs. Pam Negri, is
located at St. Aloysius School, 33 South Avenue, New Canaan, CT 06840. All tuition matters
and financial inquiries are to be directed to Mrs. Negri at (203) 966-0786, extension 200, or
email pnegri@sasnewcanaan.org..
CELL PHONES
Children are allowed to bring cell phones to school, but they must be kept in the backpack or
locker and turned off during school. They may be used, with the permission of the teacher, to
call home in an emergency and after school. If they are found in a child's possession during the
school day, cell phones will be confiscated and returned only to parents. Abuse of this privilege
will result in its loss.
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CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT
The character development program at Saint Aloysius School is based on the following
principles:
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The centrality of Christ as a Model: teaching us about other-centeredness,
forgiveness, humility, self-respect, giving.
2.
The importance of community. We are a community of parents, teachers and
children. Our life together is characterized by caring for each other: by supporting
one another in time of need and by praying for one another. We communicate with
the offending person or party rather than criticize; we eschew gossip and backbiting.
3.
Within the homerooms, teachers conduct meetings to model a democratic way of
living together. They:
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Hold class meetings
Assign responsibilities
Plan whole class activities
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The word “discipline” comes from the Latin discere, which means to learn. We
believe that discipline means developing self-control, orderliness, responsibility and
mutual respect.
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Schools not only address the cognitive and academic aspects of education; they also
help children learn to make responsible choices and to be accountable for them.
CHARACTER EDUCATION PROGRAM
Saint Aloysius School is a Catholic School. Central to the school’s mission is the spiritual,
physical, emotional and intellectual development of each child in the school community. In
order to ensure that each child is growing in the likeness of Christ, we are asking children and
their parents to join the faculty and staff in focusing on the development of character in very
specific ways during school and even on field trips and at extra-curricular events.
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Christ and Mary Mother of God as Models
We start by establishing that Jesus Christ is the prime model for behavior, a model from whom
we learn
● Other-centeredness
● Forgiveness
● Humility
● Self-respect and respect for others
● Self-sacrifice and giving.
Mary the Mother of God is our example in bringing Jesus into the world. She stands before us
as a person to whom much was given and from whom much is also expected. She teaches us to
live with a focus on Jesus Christ, living with the good of others at heart and working to make
God’s kingdom come on earth. She is a model for our life of prayer, contemplating the life of
Christ and "holding all these thoughts in her heart." At mid-day each day, we pray the Angelus
together, and we remember Mary’s commitment, which has been so central in the world’s
salvation. We ask that we will do whatever God asks us, and that we will hear his voice. Above
all else, obedience is hearing the voice of God, the inspiration of the Spirit. At St. Aloysius
School, we strive to instill a love of silence and of prayer in the children and in ourselves, so
that we can hear the word of God speaking in our hearts.
Community
At Saint Aloysius School, we foster community starting with the homeroom group, a small
community in which individuals support one another and symbolize belonging. Classroom
meetings ensure that the community interests are reviewed from time to time. Whole class
activities are planned in which the students learn team building. Service opportunities bring
members of the class together to help the less fortunate among us. Teachers use the morning
homeroom as an opportunity to discuss class behavior and to reinforce the virtues and
teamwork.
Catholic Character Education
As a Saint Aloysius School Community that includes students, teachers and parents, our
character education program follows a Catholic model of living out the Diocesan Gospel model
of living in conjunction with the Six Pillars of Character. We all know that making good
choices includes wanting to be good and to do the right thing, realizing that each instance
offers us an opportunity to make a choice of our behavior, and that the essential questions at the
moment are “What Would Jesus Do?” We work in a practical way to foster character
education. We pledge to become more conscious about our choice opportunities, to strive
always to make the most Christ-like choice, and if we are adults, to point out to children when
their choices have been good ones and when they have not been good ones.
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Atmosphere for Learning and Character Development
We believe that a safe, orderly and calm environment is essential for character development and
for learning academic material. We promise to strive to create and maintain such an
atmosphere.
Importance of Rules
The practice of learning to make good choices on a daily basis requires support and education at
the school level. The students at Saint Aloysius School are in various stages of intellectual and
moral development. We believe that concrete rules help connect abstract principles and virtues
with everyday life. We have discussed and analyzed which behaviors demonstrate cooperation
and respect for others and create a culture of calm and learning in the school. The rules
attached herein can be amended and added to as time goes on.
Major School Rules
These rules apply to St. Aloysius Students while in attendance during the school day or while
attending or participating in a St. Aloysius event in the evening or on the weekend. It should be
noted that any student present when a major school rule is being violated who does not
immediately leave the scene risks sharing equally in any disciplinary response on the part of the
school.
A student risks his or her standing at St. Aloysius if found in violation of any of the following:
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Disrespect Toward the Property of Another. Damage or destruction of another’s
property will be considered a serious offense.
We expect that all students will treat each other with respect and we will not tolerate
abusive or cruel treatment of another student. This includes bullying, hazing, baiting,
sexual harassment or any other behavior that encroaches upon the personal rights of
others and interferes with their ability to actively participate in school.
Conduct that compromises the name of St. Aloysius School.
Disrespect toward a faculty or staff member.
We expect appropriate and respectful behavior in class and in church.
Inappropriate dress at church, school or school-related functions.
Academic Integrity. St. Aloysius students are to present as their work only that which
is truly theirs. Students must understand the terms plagiarism, dishonesty and
cheating. Definitions are below.
● Plagiarism is the submission of work that was written or created by another,
copied or paraphrased from any source without proper footnote or citation, or
using someone else’s idea that was unique to another source without proper
citation.
● Dishonesty is deliberately altering the truth with intent to deceive
● Cheating is the deliberate giving or receiving of information on any academic
task with the intent of having an unfair advantage.
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Consequences and Accountability
(Discipline: Diocese of Bridgeport Policy 3.304)
(Suspension: Diocese of Bridgeport Policy 3.305)
(Expulsion: Diocese of Bridgeport Policy 3.306)
Students who are unable to adhere to the rules at Saint Aloysius School will be assisted
according to a series of interventions. It is assumed that positive reinforcement and recognition
of positive behavior will be the primary motivation for redirecting inappropriate behavior. In
cases where additional efforts need to be applied, the faculty or staff will use one or more of the
following steps:
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Staff will speak with student privately and expect a commitment and a demonstration
of how the behavior in question will change and/or be compensated for.
Staff will contact the parent(s) to enlist support and to identify possible contributing
factors.
Staff will restrict student from recess and/or (with parental consent) keep student after
school.
Staff will keep student from programs or activities that are related to or affected by
the child’s misbehavior.
Staff will involve student in a project that will help the child better understand his/her
infraction.
Staff will use a “time out” strategy both in the building and on the playground.
A student will be sent to the principal when one or more of the aforementioned interventions
are not successful, for repeat offenses, for causing physical harm, or for large group disruptions.
A log of these visits will be kept in the principal’s office. This log will assist the principal and
staff in formulating plans to address problem behavior.
The principal will:
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Give a first warning and/or
Remove privileges (bus, recess, etc.) and/or
Contact a parent and/or
Call parents in for a conference and/or
Require an in-school suspension.
Home suspensions are reserved for extraordinary situations. In-school suspensions will be used
for extraordinarily disruptive behaviors, including violence against another student, use of
drugs or alcohol and possession of contraband.
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Withdrawal of Students for Academic Reasons
(Diocese of Bridgeport Policy 3.314)
A school may require a student to withdraw for serious academic reasons if the school is unable
to meet a student’s needs. If such a request is made, the following conditions must be fulfilled:
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Sufficient advance notice of the request must be given in writing to the
student and parents;
The required progress reports shall have been given to the student and
parents;
The student and parents shall have been given the opportunity to discuss with
the appropriate staff personnel the future school placement
of the student; and
The school must cooperate with any receiving school in matters concerning
the placement of the student in an instructional program.
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School Rules
Code of Discipline
Effective September 2015
ST. ALOYSIUS CLASSROOM RULES
In the classroom, students will obey the rules, which will make learning possible and
maintain a safe environment.
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HANDS AND FEET TO YOURSELF
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RESPECT OTHERS WHEN SPEAKING
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RAISE YOUR HAND
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TRY YOUR BEST
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USE APPROPRIATE LANGUAGE
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NO FOOD OR GUM ALLOWED
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INDOOR VOICES ONLY
ST. ALOYSIUS ASSEMBLY RULES
When the school community gathers, students will behave appropriately.
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ARRIVE ON TIME AND BE SEATED IN PLACE
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BE AN ACTIVE AND ATTENTIVE LISTENER
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SHOW APPRECIATION WITH APPLAUSE
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LEAVE ASSEMBLY ONLY FOR EMERGENCIES
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EXIT ASSEMBLY IN AN ORDERLY FASHION
SCHOOL POLICIES AND GUIDELINES
The School reserves the right to amend the St. Aloysius School
Handbook to reflect changes in school policy and guidelines.
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ST. ALOYSIUS CHURCH RULES
Students will recognize that Church is God’s house.
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UPON ENTERING CHURCH, BLESS YOURSELF WITH HOLY WATER
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AS A CLASS, GENUFLECT BEFORE ENTERING AND LEAVING PEW
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KNEEL UP STRAIGHT AT ALL APPROPRIATE TIMES
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KEEP KNEELERS AND BOOKS QUIET
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LISTEN TO THE PRIEST, READINGS, AND HOMILY
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SAY ALL PRAYERS AND RESPONSES
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BEFORE RECEIVING THE EUCHARIST, BOW
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SING ALL HYMNS
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MAINTAIN A PRAYERFUL REVERENT ATTITUDE AT ALL TIMES,
ESPECIALLY COMING BACK FROM HOLY COMMUNION.
CAFETERIA RULES
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USE QUIET INDOOR VOICES
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STAY IN YOUR SEAT AND RAISE YOUR HAND IF YOU NEED HELP
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REMAIN IN YOUR SEAT UNTIL YOU ARE DISMISSED.
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BE SURE YOUR TABLE IS CLEAN BEFORE YOU LEAVE
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CRISIS MANAGEMENT PLAN
Working with the New Canaan Police Department, St. Aloysius School has designed a
comprehensive Crisis Management Plan. This plan details appropriate communication plans
and actions for many emergency situations. Crucial to the plan is an automated emergency
contact system called My Students Progress (MSP). The main 0ffice will send notifications to
parents via telephone, email or text according to the information provided on the student’s
emergency forms.
DAILY SCHEDULE
Our school’s business hours are from 8am to 3pm. The regular school hours are from 8:25 a.m.
to 2:30 p.m. When school is in session for a half day, dismissal is at 11:30 AM or as
announced.
At the first bell (8:25 am), children are to be seated in their homeroom.
If a child arrives late for school, he/she must report to the main office for a written pass before
going to class.
There is no running or playing in the schoolyard before school; children may not use the
playground equipment before school. Likewise, they may not use the playground after school
unless an adult who is actually watching them at play is supervising them.
EARLY RELEASE FROM SCHOOL
Before a student may be dismissed from school, he/she must present to the teacher a written
request from the parent or guardian stating the reason and time for dismissal and indicate the
person to whom the student is to be released. The teacher will forward this note to the main
office. The child must be picked up at the main office and signed out. No child will be
permitted to leave school early unless he/she is accompanied by an adult.
A child who returns to school after having been dismissed early, that day, must report to the
main office. The School requests that medical and dental appointments be scheduled after
school hours, when possible.
EMERGENCY FORMS
Emergency forms are kept for all students. It is most important that they be up-to-date. Please
notify the school of any changes such as address, new phone number, email address or change
of the emergency contact person/persons. These forms serve as the basis for contacting parents
in the case of individual illness as well as national or local emergencies, deemed to be at the
crisis level. See Crisis Management Plan.
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EMERGENCY CLOSINGS
St. Aloysius School will follow the schedule for delayed opening or school closing as
announced by the Town of New Canaan. Announcements will be made through our automated
emergency contact system, via telephone, email or text as well as on WLNK (1350), WICC
(600), WSTC (1400), WMMM (1260), WEZN (1OO FM), and WEBE (108 FM), and Channel
12 on Cablevision TV. You may also go to www.newcanaan.K12.ct.us or call the New Canaan
Schools number (203-594-4000) and press the weather extension #1.
Please do not call the rectory for this information.
In the event of an early dismissal due to a crisis or to inclement weather, notifications will be
sent via My Student’s Progress (MSP) system.
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EXAMINATIONS
Purpose of Examinations: To assess content learning and mastery of skills
1. To better prepare students for high school
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To improve study skills
3. To cultivate organizational skills
4. To develop the skill of retaining material
Semester Examinations
1.) Time allotment for each exam will be determined by the principal.
2.) The materials tested for the first semester exam will include all work covered in the first and
second marking periods. The material tested for the second semester examinations will include
work covered in the third and fourth marking periods.
3.) First semester exams are to be given one week before the second marking period ends.
4.) Second semester exams are to be given within two weeks prior to the closing of the fourth
marking period.
5.) First semester exam grades are averaged in with the first and second marking period grades
to determine the mid-year (first semester) grade. NOTE: The exam grade alone will NOT
affect honor roll status of a student.
6.) Second semester exam grades are averaged in with the third and fourth marking period
grades to determine the second semester grade. NOTE: The exam grade alone will NOT
affect honor roll status of a student.
7.) Exams will be given in all of the major subjects: Religion, Mathematics, Social Studies,
Science, and Language Arts.
8.) The semester exams will be weighted as follows:
Grade Six
Exams count as 4% of the semester grade
Grade Seven
Exams count as 6% of the semester grade
Grade Eight
Exams count as 10% of the semester grade
Exam grades are to be reported separately on the report card.
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FAMILY COMMUNICATIONS
The school's main medium for communication with parents is the Constant Contact. The
Newsletter is posted weekly and e-mailed to all families through Constant Contact. It may
be accessed by going to the St. Aloysius School website. In addition, occasional notifications
will be sent from the main office via email.
FAMILY LEAVES
The school strongly discourages family vacations taken in times other than scheduled school
vacations. Parents who must take their children on a leave during regular times of class should
discuss the matter with the Principal and child's teachers well in advance of departure. A
written note must be sent to the office before the planned vacation.
Make-up work and tests following vacation are to be completed as directed by the teacher. It is
the responsibility of parents and students to see that all work is completed and to arrange for
tutoring if deemed necessary. If children miss regularly planned classes, we cannot guarantee
successful academic progress.
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FIELD TRIPS
Field trips of an educational nature may be planned during the course of the year. The fees will
vary according to the occasion, but they will be kept to a minimum. It is school and diocesan
policy that bus transportation is required for these trips. There will be a fee charged to students
for buses connected with class field trips.
Field trips are privileges afforded to students. Students can be denied participation if they fail to
meet academic or behavioral requirements. A standard permission form and emergency contact
form must be used for each field trip. Students who fail to submit a proper form will not be
allowed to participate in the field trip. Telephone calls will not be accepted in lieu of the proper
form, but faxed permission slips will be accepted.
FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS
The financial obligations of families to the Bridgeport Diocesan Schools Corporation (BDSC)
are outlined in the enrollment contract. It is expected that families will meet these obligations in
a timely fashion as outlined and agreed to in the contract. Children who are not registered with
the BDSC (i.e., contracts have not been signed) will not be allowed to attend school. Children
whose families have not met their financial obligations will not be allowed to attend school
until arrangements have been made with the business manager. Report cards and permanent
records will be withheld until accounts are settled.
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GRADING SYSTEM
Kindergarten
M--- Making progress
P--- Progress shown
I--- Improvement needed
N--- Not yet expected
The grading system for the elementary schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport is described below,
along with weighting of the semester grades and their effect on honor roll status.
A
AB+
B
BC+
C
CD
F
94-100 Outstanding
90-93
87-89 Above Average
84-86
80-83
77-79
74 -76 Average
70-73
66 -69 Below average, but passing
65 and below, Failing
Study Skills, Conduct, Effort and Social Development (Grades 1-5) and Conduct/Effort
for Grades 6-8
1.
2.
3.
4.
Excellent
Good
Improvement needed
Unsatisfactory
Once teachers have given grades to students, grades will not be changed. Parents who question
a grade should consult with the teacher who, in turn, will verify the grade with the grade book
and the computerized record. Only when there is concrete evidence of an error can the grade be
changed.
Withdrawal of students for Academic Reasons:
Handbook.
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refer to page 17 of Parent/Student
GRADUATION
(Promotion/Retention: Diocese of Bridgeport Policy 3.209)
(Summer School: Diocese of Bridgeport Policy 3.210)
(Graduation: Diocese of Bridgeport Policy 3.308))
In order to graduate from St. Aloysius School, students must pass all of their major subjects
during the eighth grade year. If they fail a major subject, students must attend summer school
in the subject and successfully complete the course in order to graduate and to receive their
diploma.
Diocese of Bridgeport policy requires that the date of eighth grade graduation is not to be set
until after April 15th of the current school year. Graduation may not be held any earlier than the
weekend (Friday/Saturday/Sunday) before the 180th instructional day. This is based on the
actual 180th day calculated after any Snow or Emergency Days are made up.
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HEALTH SERVICES
The school provides nursing services for the students.
The School Health Screening Program consists of:
Snellen E Vision Test (Grade K, 1, 3 ,4 and 5).
Puretone Audiometric Hearing Test (Grades K, 1, 3, 4 and 5).
Postural Screening (Girls: grades 5 and 7; Boys: grade 8)
The State of Connecticut requires that a physical examination must be documented for all
pupils entering Kindergarten and Grade 7 each September. New students must submit evidence
of a physical examination by the first day of school. Records of physical examinations given
after June 1 of the previous school year are acceptable. Physical examinations given in other
Connecticut towns, other states or other countries that meet Connecticut standards will be
acceptable if given after June 1 of the previous school year.
A student must be 24 hours fever free (without medication) before returning to school.
IMMUNIZATION RECORDS
All pupils are required to submit immunization records prior to beginning school.
Immunizations must meet Connecticut standards, which will be communicated to parents as
needed by the school nurse.
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HOME-SCHOOL ASSOCIATION
The Home-School Association provides opportunities for all families to get acquainted and
become personally involved in the growth and development of the school. Any parent who
wants to be involved should contact the principal or the H.S.A. president. HSA plans and
carries out the annual Car Raffle and a variety of social events during the school year.
HOMEWORK
Homework offers an opportunity to supplement and reinforce classroom teaching and learning.
Parents should see that their youngsters devote sufficient time and care to homework. We ask
that parents check the student's assignment pad each evening to see that homework has been
completed. In this way you can assist both your youngster and the school. While it is important
for parents to be concerned about their child's progress in school, it is equally important that
parents leave children to complete their own assignments.
Students should understand that homework might involve both writing and studying or
reviewing.
Homework is to count no more than 10% of a quarterly grade. Regarding the length of time
spent on homework, the rule of thumb is that children should be spending in minutes no more
than ten times their grade level. For example, as a guideline, a first grader should be spending
roughly 10 minutes per night on written homework, and an eighth grader roughly 80 minutes
per night doing homework. More than this may be warranted for individual students, but if the
time needed to complete homework becomes excessive, parents should schedule a conference
with the teacher and/or the principal to discuss individual student needs and specific course
demands.
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HONOR ROLL (Diocese of Bridgeport Policy 3.204)
The revised Diocesan policy makes the use of Honor Rolls optional for each school. St.
Aloysius will continue the use of an honor roll, with the following changes mandated by the
Diocese as of July 1, 2013:
1.
Honor status is given in grades 6, 7 and 8
2.
The honor roll will be a two-tiered system:
High Honors: No grade lower than an A- and only 1’s or 2’s in conduct
and effort. All academic subjects are included in calculating High
Honors.
Honors: No grade lower than a B- and only 1’s or 2’s in conduct and
effort. All academic subjects are included in calculating Honors.
PROGRESS REPORTS
Progress reports are issued for Grades 4-8 once each quarter to let parents know about their
child’s performance during the first half of every quarter. These reports inform parents and
students of areas of strength, as well as areas in need of improvement, and to recommend
strategies for improvement.
INTERNET USE
The Internet is to be used as a resource. While there are many worthy sites, there are just as
many which are not appropriate for children. There are guidelines on the locations the students
are allowed to visit. If a child violates our guidelines, he or she will be refused Internet access.
More serious penalties may result from abuses of the Internet.
The Diocese of Bridgeport policy, entitled the Acceptable Use Policy for Computers, requires
that parents and teachers read the policy and sign off on its implementation in the case of
individual children and of classes as a whole. These guidelines will be distributed to all
families at the beginning of the school year. The Acceptable Use form must be returned to the
school before the child can gain Internet access. St. Aloysius School asks parents to be vigilant
about their child's use of the Internet at home, carefully supervising the use of e-mail and web
sites.
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LATE ARRIVALS
A student who arrives late must report to Security to receive a pass. Students who are habitually
late will be referred to the Principal's Office. Lateness will be registered on the student’s
official school record.
LIBRARY
The New Canaan Library is available to our students both during the school day with their
classes as well as an after school destination. Our children are as welcome as any group.
Children may use the library after school if they are twelve years old, or are accompanied by a
twelve-year-old sibling. Their safety is paramount. Since the child's behavior is a direct
reflection of their family and their school, please be aware that there will be no tolerance for
unacceptable behavior. Children who misbehave will be denied the privilege.
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LOST AND FOUND
Lost and found items are placed in the Office. It is the responsibility of the student to check
there for lost items. Please be sure all items have your child's full name on them. Unclaimed
items will be donated to charity.
LUNCH/RECESS
Children eat their lunch in the gymnasium. Students are to use lunch and snack tickets to
purchase food by our food service provider or bring their own lunch.
Lunch and Snack Ticket Booklets are for sale in the following quantities:
1) Lunch Tickets- 1 Book of 5= $30 ($6/lunch)
2) Snack Tickets- 1 Book of 10 = $12.50 ($1.25/snack)
Tickets are available by the book only. Please make your checks payable to St. Aloysius HSA
for the EXACT amount and write clearly on your envelope what you would like to purchase
and to whom the tickets should be delivered (i.e. John Doe in 5th grade).
NO CASH IS ACCEPTED and there are NO EMERGENCY LUNCH tickets given out in the
cafeteria. Ticket requests will be filled in a timely manner.
In order to prevent accidents and to insure good order, all students must follow lunch
procedures and regulations.
At recess, students are to follow all directions of the teacher supervising the recess.
NON-CUSTODIAL PARENT
This school abides by the provisions of the Buckley Amendment with respect to the rights of
non-custodial parents. In the absence of a court order to the contrary, the school will provide the
non-custodial parent with access to the academic records and to other school-related
information regarding the child. If there is a court order specifying that there is to be no
information given, it is the responsibility of the custodial parent to provide the school with an
official copy of the court order.
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PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES
A parent orientation meeting is held in September, during Back-to-School Night. At this time,
teachers explain their programs, the means they use to give reports of pupil progress, and in
general, their expectations of parents and students. No individual conferences are to take place
at this meeting, but appointments may be scheduled for a later date.
Individual conferences with parents and homeroom teachers are scheduled in November after
the first report card is issued. A parent or teacher may request additional conferences whenever
either or both deem it advisable. If you wish a conference, please write notes to the teacher or
call the office; you will be contacted regarding a mutually acceptable date and time. No parent
should come in for a conference unless an appointment has been made. Teachers have tasks
and responsibilities that prevent them from conferencing with parents at certain times,
especially just before school and at dismissal. Parents need to be sensitive to this.
PEANUTS
We ask that peanut products not be brought into the school out of respect for our students who
have peanut allergies. Simply touching something that has been in contact with peanuts may be
life threatening to some of our children.
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PROMOTION, FAILURES AND RETENTION IN GRADE
Promotion/Retention (Diocese of Bridgeport Policy 3.209)
All K-8 homeroom teachers are required to sign each student’s report card certifying that the
pupil was PROMOTED to the next grade, ADVANCED to the next grade or RETAINED in the
grade.
PROMOTED – means that the pupil has completed the grade’s work and has attained a
minimum of a “D” average in all major subject areas. Major subjects: Religion, Social Studies,
Math, Science, English, Reading/Literature.
ADVANCED – means that the pupil has failed to meet the minimum level of achievement of
grade level. After consideration of all factors (social, emotional, physical, academic, age) a
decision will be reached and parents will be notified.
RETAINED – means that the pupil has failed two or more major subjects and will be held in
the current grade. Major subjects: Religion, Social Studies, Math, Science, English, and
Reading/Literature.
Parents will be apprised of the progress of their child by means of previous conferences. If
consideration is being given for a pupil to either be advanced or retained, the parents shall be
notified in writing NO LATER than the month of March of the school year. Prior to this time
frame, teachers will be in frequent contact with parents and administers to discuss the
difficulties the student might be experiencing.
Written notification of the determination to advance or retain a pupil will be sent to the parents
by the administrator no later than May 1st of the school year.
When retention is planned, it is desirable to encourage the pupil and parents to develop a
positive attitude.
WITHDRAWAL (Diocese of Bridgeport Policy 3.211)
When a student withdraws before the end of a marking term, the grade will be reported as of the
date of the withdrawal. This grade and such notation will be indicated on the report card as
such.
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION
This program provides the children with an opportunity to develop physical skills. If for any
reason your child cannot participate in the program or should be excused for medical reasons,
please notify his/her teacher by note. Long-term absences (more than two consecutive classes)
require a physician's note.
On days scheduled for physical education, students are to come to school dressed in the gym
uniform: uniform navy sweatpants, school approved tee shirt (see school uniform section),
white crew socks and sneakers. Students may also wear the school sweatshirt. During spring
and fall, uniform gym shorts may replace the sweatpants.
REPORT CARDS and TESTING PROGRAM
Report cards are distributed four times annually to students in grades 1 through 8, and three
times annually to students in Kindergarten.
For grade 6, 7 and 8, Mid-term and Final Exams will be administered in Religion, Spanish,
English, Math, Social Studies, and Science.
Weekly tests are given in most academic subjects, particularly in the upper grades and teachers
post their test schedules outside the classroom.
The official testing program for the Diocese of Bridgeport is the Terranova and the Cognitive
Abilities Test (“Cogat”) (Riverside Publishing)
Kindergarten
No testing
Grade One
Cogat
Grade Two
No testing (subject to change)
Grade Three
Terranova and Cogat
Grade Four
Terranova with Writing Assessment
Grade Five
Terranova Complete Battery (Science and Social Studies
included) and Cogat.
Grade Six
Terranova with Writing Assessment
Grade Seven
Terranova Complete Battery (Science and Social Studies
included) and Cogat.
Grade Eight
None
SCHOOL DROP-OFF and PICK-UP
We need everyone's cooperation to ensure the safety of every child in our school. Therefore, we
ask that everyone follow the directives listed below. Remember that in the interest of keeping a
locked and secure school, the eighth grade door is always to be used for entry into the school.
The principal, teachers, and staff will ensure that only appropriate persons enter the school.
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MORNING DROP-OFF
No child should be in the schoolyard or school building before 7:45 a.m. All students will
stay in the upper school hallway until 8:15.
If you are driving into the main church parking lot, please enter the lot from Cherry Street, on
the Park Street side, not the South Avenue (school) side. If you are going to drop your child
near the Kindergarten entrance your child should be ready to get out of the car as soon as you
are by the crosswalk area. Do NOT pull out around a car ahead of you since a child may be
getting out of that car. Do not drop children off at the pull-in near the eighth grade door. The
New Canaan police have designated this as a safety violation.
In the morning, it is important that you allow enough time so that your child is not running
because the bell has already rung, and is not paying attention to other cars in the lot.
AFTERNOON PICKUP
All cars are to park ONLY in designated parking spaces. At 2:30, the school doors will open
and parents (or designated others) may enter through the eighth grade door only. No one
should enter through the doors on the lower school side of the building.
Parents are to pick up their child or children from the classroom(s) and walk them to their car.
In the interest of safety, there is to be no parking any place on the school grounds at entry and
dismissal times other than in designated parking spaces. Please do not pull cars up next to the
entrance to the courtyard.
PLEASE NOTE: Maple Street cannot be used to park your car in the afternoon because the
school buses pull into that area. Please park in the lot and walk into the courtyard.
ALL UNMARKED PARKING SPOTS ALONG THE SIDE OF THE SCHOOL BUILDING
BETWEEN THE CHURCH AND THE SCHOOL ARE FOR FACULTY ONLY.
SCHOOL GROUNDS
Students may not leave the school grounds during the course of the day without the permission
of the Principal and parents/or guardian.
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SICKNESS and EMERGENCIES
Any child who has to take medication must have a written note from both the doctor and parent
explaining why the medication must be taken, how much, and at what time. Medications cannot
be given without the written authorization of a physician and parent.
State law requires that all medications must be brought to school in the prescription bottle or
container. All medications must be left in the nurse's office.
If a child becomes ill or is injured, the school office contacts the parents. An alternate
emergency phone number should always be on file in the office. This contact will be used only
if a parent cannot be reached in an emergency. Health records and emergency files must be kept
up to date at all times.
SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT
All students participate in a daily religion lesson. Additionally, at First Fridays and scheduled
intervals, liturgies, prayer services, days of prayer and opportunities to receive the sacraments
are provided. The parish priests of St. Aloysius Church hear student Confessions at least once
during Advent and once during Lent. Mass will be said for the parish, and the School is
invited, on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:00 am.
Morning prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance are offered in unison, led by a student at the
beginning of each day.
SCHOOL UNIFORM
At St. Aloysius School, our uniform policy reinforces our identity as a Catholic learning
community. We expect all students at St. Aloysius to take pride in your work, your
achievements, and also in your appearance.
Each day after prayer, homeroom teachers will assess students’ uniform. Infractions will be
handled as follows:
● On the first infraction students will receive a lunchtime detention and will
take a notice home requiring parent’s signature.
● Upon a second infraction, students will receive a second lunchtime
detention and a notice will be mailed home requiring their parent’s
signature.
● With a third infraction, the student’s teacher will call home and a parent
will either bring in the uniform or pick their child up to take home.
● The Principal will sign each infraction notice.
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Please be sure that when you purchase shirts, they are of sufficient length to stay tucked into
pants, shorts or skirts. Skirts and walk shorts must be knee length. Also, please take into
consideration that your child will be growing in the coming year and you may need to purchase
the next size uniform or socks to be in compliance.
No colored t-shirts may be worn underneath the uniform. No jewelry is recommended on gym
days for your safety. No hats, jackets, non- uniform sweatshirts or hoodies, scarves or gloves
are to be worn inside at anytime during school.
Girls Spring/Fall Uniforms (April – October)
Girls K-4
● Navy Twill Classroom Skort
● Spring Polo w/ logo --- must be tucked in completely
● Socks-White cotton above the ankle-length or white knee-high socks
● Shoes-Dark with a rubber sole
Girls 5-8
● White Oxford cloth shirt S/S, L/S
● Blue plaid poly/cotton skirt at the knee length
● Spring polo w/ logo --- must be tucked in completely
● Socks-White cotton above the ankle-length or white knee-high socks
● Shoes-Dark with a rubber sole
* Eighth Grade Only Option: Blue Oxford cloth shirt S/S, L/S
* Eighth Grade Only Option: Khaki Twill Skort at the knee length
Accessories
● Stud earrings only (no hoops or dangling earrings)
● Necklaces of a religious nature only
● No scarves
● Hair bows or headbands must match the uniform
● No Uggs, boots, moccasins, or clogs
Boys Spring/Fall Uniforms (April – October)
Boys K-8
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●
●
White Jersey S/S polo shirt
Navy Twill Pleated Front knee-length walking shorts
Socks-White cotton above the ankle-length or navy cotton
Shoes-Dark with a rubber sole
Belt - Leather or Braided of a Dark Solid Color
* Eighth Grade Only Option: Blue Oxford cloth Shirt S/S, L/S with tie
* Eighth Grade Only Option: Khaki Twill Pleated Front knee-length
walking shorts
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Girls Winter Uniforms (November – March)
Girls K-4
● Belair Plaid Poly/Cotton Jumper
● White S/S Peter/Pan Collar Blouse
(NO polo w/ jumper)
● White w/ St. A’s logo Turtleneck
● Socks- Navy Knee-High Socks
● Navy Tights
● Shoes-Dark with a rubber sole
Girls 5-8
● White Oxford cloth Shirt S/S, L/S
● Blue Plaid Poly/Cotton Skirt at the knee length
● Socks- Navy Knee-High Socks
● Navy Tights
● Shoes-Dark with a rubber sole
* Eighth Grade Only Option: Blue Oxford cloth Shirt S/S, L/S
* Eighth Grade Only Option: Khaki Twill Skort at the knee length
Accessories
● Stud earrings only (no hoops or dangling earrings)
● Necklaces of a religious nature only
● No scarves
● Hair bows and headbands must match the uniform
● No Uggs, boots, moccasins, or clogs
● During the winter months boots may be worn to school but are to be changed to
proper shoes in the homeroom upon arrival.
Boys Winter Uniforms (November – March)
Boys K-8
● White Oxford cloth Shirt S/S, L/S with tie Except Kindergarten
● Navy Twill Pleated Front pants
● Shoes-Dark with a rubber sole
● Belt - Leather or Braided of a Dark Solid Color
● Grades 1-4
Tie-Size and Design, grades 1-4 (TC)
● Grades 5-8
Tie-Size and Design, grades 5-8 (TG)
* Eighth Grade Only Option: Blue Oxford cloth Shirt S/S, L/S with a
tie
* Eighth Grade Only Option: Khaki Twill Pleated Front pants
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Gym Uniform Girls and Boys
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Gr. K-8: Grey cotton gym shirt with St. A’s logo
Gr. K-8: Navy jersey gym shorts with or without St. A’s logo
Gr. K-8: Navy sweat pants with or without St. A’s logo
Gr. K-8: Navy sweatshirt with St. A’s logo
White socks
Sneakers
The Principal will announce the appropriate dates for winter and spring uniforms in the
Newsletter.
The uniform suppliers are:
Dennis Uniform Company
330 Westport Ave.
Norwalk, CT 06851 750-8731
(203) 750-8731
Land's End (landsend.com/school)
(800) 469-2222
St. Aloysius #9000-3837-3, Logo #9860211 K
iTown Store
45 Keeler Ave.
Norwalk, CT 06754
(203) 202-2930
Enter 06840 in Find Store/Search box, hit enter
Parents are asked to cooperate with the school regarding the dress code. We ask that you
assume the responsibility to check that your youngster is in uniform before leaving home.
Please check your child's uniform daily. It is not our desire to have our teachers use valuable
teaching time to check on the student uniform.
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SPORTS
St. Aloysius School acknowledges the great value that competitive sports have for the physical
development of the students. However, as a school, the scholastic standing of the students is of
prime importance. Therefore, any student participating in sports sponsored by the school should
be working to the best of his/her ability in school. If a student who is scholastically capable fails
to achieve according to his/her ability, as determined by the Principal, he/she will be suspended
from the team until such time as the teachers and administrator feel he/she is working to
capacity.
No student may take part in any interscholastic event which is scheduled on a day he/she has
been absent from school unless extraordinary circumstances prevail and permission has been
granted by the Principal.
Since good conduct and attention are so vital to the learning process, any student who
repeatedly disrupts classes by poor conduct or is consistently late or absent from school
will also be suspended from sports activities. Warning will be given before such action is
taken.
During all athletic activities, students are expected to conduct themselves in a Christian manner.
Fighting, disruptive behavior, inappropriate language, and vandalism will be considered serious
infractions and may result in suspension.
Spectators, participants, and coaches may never heckle, harass, ridicule, or cause any
disturbance.
TELEPHONE CALLS
Calls to the school to leave messages for students should be limited. Parents should phone
between 9:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. only, with messages.
Calls home should be limited to emergency situations. Parents dropping off items during the
school day should first report to Security, then, to the Main Office. CLASSES ARE NEVER
TO BE INTERRUPTED, NOR SHOULD PARENTS GO DIRECTLY TO CLASSROOMS
WITHOUT THE EXPRESS PERMISSION OF THE PRINCIPAL.
TRANSPORTATION
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Bus Riders: Students who are current residents of New Canaan can arrange for bus
transportation by contacting Roy Walder at (203) 594-4039. Students are expected to follow
established regulations. Each child riding the bus must observe all bus regulations. Drivers are
to be obeyed and respected. Failure to comply with bus regulations may cause the student to
lose the privilege to ride on the school bus.
Car Riders: Since the safety of the students is our primary concern, parents who drive their
children to and from school are expected to adhere to the school rules for parent drivers. (See
SCHOOL DROP-OFF and PICK-UP p. 28)
Walkers: Parents who chose to have their children walk home from school should provide the
student’s teacher with a written note informing the school that their child is permitted to walk
home.
TEXTBOOKS/SCHOOL PROPERTY
Since the school purchases textbooks, your cooperation is needed in their care. We ask that all
books be covered. If any book is lost, damaged, or defaced, the cost of the new book must be
paid by the family. There is to be absolutely no destruction or defacing of school property.
Children who deface or destroy school property will be asked to pay for the cost of replacing
the item. Even though parents may pay the initial bill, we recommend that children earn the
replacement cost themselves by duties at home. Children should cover all hardcover books.
If children deface desks, parents will be charged for the cost of the desk.
VISITORS and PARENTS
All visitors and parents must report to the main office. Classes are never to be interrupted, nor
should parents go directly to classrooms without the express permission of the Principal.
VOLUNTEER SERVICES
St. Aloysius School relies upon the volunteer assistance of parents who serve as room mothers,
help out in the gym/cafeteria, give clerical assistance, chaperone events, etc. During the school
day, all volunteers must report to the Main Office and sign in the Volunteer Book upon entering
the school. In keeping with the policy of the Diocese of Bridgeport, all volunteers must comply
with the following four requirements:
1. Participate in the Virtus training, otherwise known as: “Protecting God’s Children for
Adults”
2. Read and sign the Diocesan Policy regarding the Sexual Abuse of Minors
3. Fill out a Background Check form and hand it in at the School Office
4. Read the new Code of Conduct for the Diocese, published in 2008.
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