Guidelines & Policies

ATTENDANCE:
Students enrolled in our Religious Education Program are required to attend Mass and class each week. It is extremely important to arrive on time for class. If family circumstances do not allow weekly attendance, parents must coordinate makeup assignments with teachers. PLEASE NOTE: Children will not leave their class early unless prior arrangements have been made with their coordinator.

ABSENCES:
In the event of illness or if the absence is anticipated, a parent should contact the coordinator of the child’s grade level to request that the absence be excused. It is recommended that a written note be provided to the teacher upon the child's return to class. It will be the responsibility of the student and parent to arrange with the teacher to make up lessons missed due to absences. After three unexcused absences, your child will be considered for termination from religious education. An interview with the coordinator and the Pastor will be required for reinstatement.

DRESS CODE:
Out of respect for our Lord, students are required to dress in a manner that reflects Christian modesty and respect for Mass and religious education. No tank tops, short shorts, low cut tops, halers, or backless shirts, mini-dresses, bare midriffs, baggy trousers, or disrespectful t-shirts.

DISCIPLINE:
Discipline in the classroom is based upon mutual respect between teachers and all students. Teachers are responsible for ensuring that a safe, disciplined learning environment is maintained. Students who do not cooperate will be referred to the coordinator. Coordinators will work to resolve any classroom situations to ensure the education process is not disrupted. Options available to the coordinator include, but are not limited to, counseling, time-out periods, and suspension. A suspended student may be reinstated following a meeting of the student, their parents/guardians, and the Pastor.

STUDENT CONDUCT:
Those students attending the Noon Mandatory Mass with their class will be seated in a reserved area in the church. Proper reverence at Mass and proper behavior in the classroom are expected (see paragraph 2199 of the Catechism of the Catholic Church). Children should respect church property and the property of others. No food, gum, toys, or laser light pointers will be allowed in the church or classroom