Mission Statement
School Philosophy
School Council
School Newsletter
Parent-Teacher Communication
Admissions Policy
Pre-Registration
Religious Instruction
Parent-Teacher Organization(PTO)
Fundraising
School Hours
Attendance
Family Vacations
Statement of Non-Discrimination
Child Protection and Reformation Act
Tithing - Tuition and School Fees
Academics
Student Retention Policy
Late Work Policy for Middle School Students
Academic Eligibility for Athletics
Use of Library Materials
Inclement Weather
School Dress Code - Girls and Boys
Spirit Days - Casual Dress Days
Hot Lunch Program
Student Use of Telephones
Dance and Social Policy
Health Services
Immunization Chart by Grade
Recess
Field Trips
Safety
Parking Lot Policy
Playground
Behavioral Expectations
Unacceptable Behaviors #1-4
Unacceptable Behaviors #5-13

Believing that each child is a unique creation of God, and that we must return to Him, our aim is to educate the whole person through a God centered curriculum. We strive to create a community in which students may grow in love of God, life, others, and education. Realizing that parents are the primary teachers of their children, the school seeks to complement and reinforce religious truths and values beginning in the home. Moreover, Saint Regis School provides and encourages opportunities for service according to the age-level of the child.

To make faith become living, conscious, and active for each child:
1. Through daily religious instruction
2. By liturgical and Para-liturgical celebrations
3. Through meetings with parents concerning religious instructions
4. By building Christian Community among faculty, among faculty and students, and between students

To meet each child's unique academic need:
1. By providing continuity in teaching the basic skills
2. By providing enrichment and creative activities

To enable the children to develop a personal responsibility for the needs of others:
1. Through Christ-like living of teachers and students
2. By instilling Christian values and the moral code on which the survival of our society demands
3. By respecting the school Disciplinary Code

ABOUT THE STUDENTS:
* All students are special, unique, and valuable.
* All students can succeed and learn.
* All students can develop a sense of responsibility for their own behavior.
* All students need to value (respect) themselves and others.

ABOUT LEARNING:
* Learning is achieved by all students at different rates
* Learning is a life-long process for all ages.
* Learning takes place through a variety of techniques and presentations that meet the interest of children.
* Learning requires work and commitment, and can only take place in an atmosphere of trust, acceptance, and support found in the St. Regis community

ABOUT TEACHING:
* Teachers facilitate and guide the learning process based on students' needs, interests, and curriculum objectives
* Effective teaching is an on-going, ever-changing, upgrading process.
* Teaching enables students to accept responsibility for their own learning.

It is our job to create a safe positive environment.

School Council members are parishioners selected from nominations tendered by the parish community to represent the wide diversity of the St. Regis School Community. The principal is also a member of this council. Acceptance of this appointment signifies a commitment to the importance of the school and their role in the future of the school. The group was formed in the Spring of 1987 and the members met in the summer of that year formulating their own mission statement and goals.

Information and details relative to the St. Regis School Council is contained in the Parish Councils section of this website. Select School Council to find the Mission Statement, Goals, Membership, and recurring School Council Meeting Minutes detail.

* Each Thursday a Newsletter will be sent home with the youngest/only child
* Newsletter includes events, activities, and achievements for the school and the parish
* To read the text for the current newsletter, go back to the Parish School page and select the Newsletter_mm/dd/yy text in the upper left corner. The current Newsletter_mm/dd/yr entry page will allow you to read/print the current Newsletter as well as lead you to prior weekly newsletters. Newsletters are saved on this site for the entire school year.
* Also look for school news on the Parish website, www.regischurch.com
* Please submit information for the Newsletter by Tuesday of each week to the school office

* Parents and teachers share the responsibility
* Report Cards
* First and third quarter conferences
* Request a conference when necessary
* Appointments are necessary
* Joint custody: It is the responsibility of the custodial parent to share all school information with the non-custodial parent

Conflict Resolution Process

* Parents must contact the teacher first and discuss the matter
* If parents are not satisfied with the outcome, contact the principal to schedule a conference to include the teacher, parents, and principal
* If the parents are still not satisfied, they are to contact Father to schedule a conference to include the teacher, parents, principal, and Father

* A child must be 5 years old by August 1 to enter Kindergarten for that year. There will be no exceptions.
* Registration for all new students will be held in February/March. A Baptismal certificate is required unless the child was baptized at St. Regis. Notice of registration will be in the Sunday Bulletin and in the school Newsletter.


Priorities of admission to St. Regis school will be as follows:

* Children presently in school
* Kindergarten child of parishioner
* Children of parishioners who are not currently enrolled in St. Regis
* After March 31st, all other children not currently enrolled in St. Regis school
* Middle School transfer students must have a minimum grade average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or the equivalent. Transfer students must also have (2) letters of recommendation: from their present teacher and/or administrator and the other from their Pastor or religious leader.
* These materials along with current standardized test scores must be brought
* An interview with the Principal and teachers
* Students are accepted on a 90 day probationary basis
* The students must be passing all subjects by the end of the first Quarter
* Students should have no serious discipline problems

Pre-registration for all students will be as follows:

* February/March for the coming school year.
* The school fees shall be paid at this time and no later than June 29th.
* Registration fees are non-refundable unless a family has moved from the area.

* We should all understand that participation at weekly religious services celebrates, enhances and validates our school's mission, whether we are Catholic or non-Catholic
* All students will be instructed according to Catholic Doctrine
* All students attend & participate in weekly Masses

* We hope that you will work with this association in order to make St. Regis School all that it can be for your child/children. The PTO manages all of the fundraising to meet your obligation.
* For the 2006-2007 school year PTO board members Titles/Names and for the 2006-2007 School Fundraisers information, please select the following title 2006-2007 PTO.

All fundraising is facilitated through the PTO who will provide families with quarterly statements explaining the amount raised and the remaining balance.

Number of Children Obligation Buyout
One Child $200.00 $250.00
Two Children $275.00 $325.00
Three Children + $325.00 $375.00

The school day begins at 8:00am and ends at 2:50pm. For safety purposes, no student is allowed to wait unsupervised either before or after school. Extended Care is available for families who need before or after-school supervision for their children. Information on Extended Care can be obtained by contacting the Early Childhood Center at 763-6565.

* Arrival 6:30-7:30 am: Students go to Extended Care
* Arrival 7:30-7:45 am: Students go to the Gym (Family Room)
* Arrival after 7:45 am: Students go to classrooms
* Any student not picked up by 3:10 pm will be taken to Extended Care and the family will be charged for the service
* Students riding the City Bus must enroll at Extended Care so students are dropped off and picked up at that facility due to the inconsistent schedule of the bus
* Parents visiting the school should stop by the office and obtain a Visitor's Pass

If your child/children are going to be absent or late, parents should call the School Office before 9:15am each day they will be absent. Students arriving in the classroom after 8:00am will be considered tardy for that day.

Procedures for appointments during the school day:

* Notify the school office by the morning of the appointment detailing the arrival/departure time.
* All parents MUST sign their children in and/or out in the office.
* Work missed due to appointments must be made up that day.

Procedures for illness during the day:

* Nurse will assess the child
* Most often the child's temperature will be taken
* Minor concerns and injuries will be taken care of at school
* If the child has a temperature and/or more serious illness and/or injuries, the guardian will be contacted and required to take the child home.

Please keep your child home if there is evidence of illness, sore throat, fever, nausea, swollen glands, abdominal pain, watering eyes, etc. A child should be without fever twenty-four (24) hours before returning to school. parents will be notified.

Our goal at St. Regis is to have every student in their seats and ready to start class promptly at 8:00am. In the event you arrive after 8:00 am, always come into the building and sign your child in at the office.

To decrease the number of tardy students we have set forth the following policy applying to each quarter:

* 1st Tardy ~~ note from classroom teacher
* 2nd Tardy ~~ note from principal requesting a family conference
* 3rd Tardy ~~ recess detention and possible lowering grade in first class

Documentation will be kept in the school office in the child's permanent records.

"Sample"
First Tardy Notification
Your child,____________________, arrived in the classroom after 8:00am. For the benefit of your student and all the students at St. Regis we require all students to be in their classrooms and be ready to begin instruction on time. Please review our Tardy Policy and return this form to school tomorrow.

Sincerely: Classroom Teacher ____________________
Principal's Signature ___________________


Parent's Signature _________________
(please sign and return)

The School realizes that some families can take their vacations only during the school year. Should such a situation be necessary during the school year, the teacher will maintain a record of all work that the students need to make up as a result of the absence. Absent work should be completed with the guidance of the faculty and administration.

St. Regis School admits students, in accordance with its priority, of any sex, race, color, national and/or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities accorded to students of the school.

St. Regis School abides by the state Child Protection and Reformation Act (RSMO 219) that requires school personnel having reasonable cause to believe that a child known to them in their professional capacity may be an abused or neglected child must report to the Missouri Department of Family Services. (Standard III: section 3.8 of Missouri Chapter, National Federation of Nonpublic Schools State Accrediting Association). All volunteers are required to attend an in-service sponsored by the Diocese called "Protecting God's Children".

We depend on the financial assistance of all our families to take seriously the commitment of paying for their children's education. The St. Regis School Council, and Parish Council established a fee structure in January 2002. For school year 2006-2007 tuition is as follows:

One child
St. Regis Parishioners $3,100.00
Non-parishioners $3,700.00

Two children
St. Regis Parishioners $4,600.00
Non-parishioners $6,900.00

Three children +
St. Regis Parishioners $5,400.00
Non-parishioners $10,000.00


Each family will be given a monthly financial statement of their account. If fees are not paid for each quarter, the student will not be readmitted for the next quarter. If fees are not paid for the fourth quarter, the student will not be readmitted for the fall semester. Transcripts of records will not be sent to another school until fees are paid. Additionally, students will not be assigned to classes for a new school term unless all fees have been paid in full and the fundraising obligation from the previous year has been met. For 8th grade students who are the last child in the family all fees must be paid in full by May 1st in order for the students to participate in graduation ceremonies and activities.

In order to maintain our standards for students we require that in order to advance to the next grade level in Junior High, a student must receive a C- average (1.8 GPA) each quarter. If a student fails to meet this standard for three quarters, the Junior High staff and the principal will decide whether the student is eligible to move on. It is important that students learn and understand the material presented in the grade, if they are to succeed in the next grade level and eventually in High School. St. Regis holds its standard of academic excellence for its students as a top priority and is determined to help each student succeed.

Homework (assigned one day and due the next school day) will NOT be accepted late. Projects (work that requires several days or longer) will be accepted ONE DAY LATE, with a grade reduction at the teacher's discretion.

Students must be passing all of their academic subjects each week with a minimum grade of C-(74%) in order to participate in extracurricular activities. An ineligibility list will be presented to the Office on a weekly basis (by Tuesday morning). A copy of students who are ineligible will be furnished to the Athletic Director and the coaches (or sponsor of the activity). If an ineligible student plays in an athletic contest, the team will forfeit the game. Academic ineligibility runs from Tuesday to Monday and each week is a new week.
EXAMPLE: If your child receives a warning the first week and nothing the 2nd week, but receives a grade below a C the third week, he/she is warned again. Students will receive a warning the first week, giving them an opportunity to correct the deficit(s). If the problem has not been solved by the second week, they will be ineligible and cannot play. If the student brings their grade up, they will not receive a form and therefore are eligible to play.
EXAMPLE: If your child receives below a C- in Math, the first week he/she is warned, but still allowed to play. If your child brings the Math grade up, but receives below a C- in Science, he/she will be ineligible and not allowed to play. These forms must be signed by the parent and returned to the principal the following day. If a student receives 3 consecutive ineligibility notices, that student will be dropped from the team roster.
This policy includes but is not limited to athletics, talent show and student choir.

As children check books, the books out, the condition of the book is evaluated and a due date is stamped on the book. Lost and books damaged beyond repair, are the responsibility of the student. A note will be sent home indicating the amount due. Once a student has paid for a damaged book, the book is given to the student. We cannot give refunds if a lost book is later found because a replacement has already been ordered.

We will close when the Southeast Jackson County Catholic Schools are closed. Please do not call the Rectory or Convent. Once classes are in session, the School will not dismiss early, but parents are welcome to pick students up if they so desire. Exceptions to this procedure will be handled by a telephone chain. In case of severe thunderstorms or tornado warnings, children will be kept in school, since we have adequate protection.

GIRLS

Grades K-8:
Knit Shirt or Turtleneck: 'True' red or white. A plain white short-sleeved t-shirt may be worn underneath.
White Blouse: Plain, no ruffles, piping or trim
Uniform Sweatshirt: May be worn over the knit shirt or turtleneck.....NOT tied around the waist.
Uniform Sweaters: Crew neck, v-neck or button cardigan sweaters that fit to the waist in solid black, navy, or red. No hoods, logos or zippers will be allowed.
Navy or Black Uniform Slacks and Shorts: Poly/cotton blend or twill identical in design to those purchased at uniform department of a retail store or company. Any slacks or shorts with stitching, studs or pockets that resemble jeans may not be worn.
These are not to be worn under jumpers or skirts.
* Black, blue, or red leggings may be worn under the jumpers or skirts on cold days only.
* Shorts may be worn March 1st - November 1st.
* Pants are not to be worn under uniform skirts or jumpers
Belts: worn with shorts or slacks having belt loops in grades K-8th. All belts must be plain and black, brown, or navy in color. Decorative belt buckles are not allowed.
Socks: Socks must be worn at all times and be visible at the top of the ankle. Red, white, black or navy tights with a plain design are allowed.
Sandals: No Crocs or sandals allowed.

Grades K-3:
Plaid Jumper no shorter than 3 inches above the knee

Grade 4:
Plaid Jumper or Skirt: no shorter than 3 inches above the knee

Grades 5-8:
Plaid Skirt no shorter than 3 inches above the knee
*Skirts and knit shirts are not to be rolled

Grade 8:
Sweatshirt: A class sweatshirt selected by the class

Grades 7-8:
Make-up: make-up, in moderation, may be used:
*Make-up, lotions, and cologne should be applied at home and not brought to school
Jewelry: a simple cross or crucifix... Earrings are to be simple, no longer than 1", or posts. One bracelet only. * All shirts must be tucked in at all times -- not rolled

BOYS

Grades K-8:
Navy Blue or Black Uniform Pants or Shorts: (NO contrasting over-stitching or piping) identical in color, design, and material composition as those sold in a uniform Department of a retail store. Any slacks or shorts with stitching, studs or pockets that resemble jeans may not be worn.
*Shorts may be worn March 1 - November 1st.
*Cargo pants or cargo shorts are NOT allowed
Dress Shirts: White
Knit Shirts: 'true' red or white
Turtlenecks: plain or with approved 'St. Regis' embroidery. A plain white short sleeved T-shirt may be worn underneath.
Uniform Sweatshirt: worn over dress shirts or knit shirts
Uniform Sweaters Crew neck, v-neck or button cardigan sweaters that fit to the waist in solid black, navy, or red. No hoods, logos or zippers will be allowed.
Socks must be worn at all times and should be plain in design and white, navy or black in color
*No sandals may be worn
Hair: must be neatly groomed and may not exceed the collar in the back, the top of the ears, on the sides, or the eyebrows. NO designs or wording is to be carved into the hairstyle...No rat-tails are allowed...No facial hair is allowed.
* Boys many NOT wear earrings or make up
Jewelry a necklace that is a simple cross, crucifix, or religious medal is allowed. One bracelet allowed, no sweatbands. Belts worn with pants or shorts having belt loops in grades K-8. All belts must be plain and black, brown, or navy in color. Decorative belt buckles are not allowed.
*Shirts must be tucked in at all times -- NOT rolled

Any variation of the St. Regis uniform will be dealt with at the discretion or the teacher and the administration.
We ask that parents label all clothing as often sweatshirts and jackets are left behind in the classrooms, lunchrooms and playground. We hope to return lost items to the rightful owner!

*The St. John Francis Regis Uniform Code is in effect from the time students arrive on campus until students leave the campus at the end of the school day unless otherwise directed by the school office.

Uniform Violations

First Offense: A deficiency slip will be sent home and must be signed and returned by the parent/guardian.

Second Offense: There will be a $5.00 fine.

Third Offense: The parent/guardian will be called and the student will be assessed a fine of $10.00.

The first Friday of the month is Casual Dress Day. On these days, students may be out of uniform although appropriate clothing is still required.
The following are unacceptable.

* Suggestive or objectionable writing or designs
* Halters, tank tops, and muscle shirts. The midriff area must be covered at all times.
* Any top that shows midriff, back or cleavage.
* Skirts and shorts no shorter than 3 inches above the knee.

Often there will be a student council sponsored theme for the day and a small fee collected for a designated charity or school sponsored event. These days will be announced in the school newsletter and students will be reminded over the intercom the day prior to casual dress day.

The school offers a hot lunch program for the students. An information sheet will be sent home with students during the first week of school. Students who forget their lunch money will be issued and IOU. The school participates in the School Milk Program which allows the student to purchase milk at a subsidized price.

Lunch-Milk
Individual lunch - $3.00
Lunch tickets - $12.50 (5 days) $25.00 (10 days)
IOU's - $3.50 each (Only two IOU's will be given -- and $7.00 must be paid before purchasing a new meal ticket)

*Milk tickets are purchased at the beginning of the school year; cost is based on federal funding.

The principal requests that our school phone lines be used for school business. The exception to this is an emergency. The only phone available to students at this time is the red phone in the teacher workroom (when accompanied by an adult) or on Mrs. Chichuk's desk. Family plans, to include rides, sports practice and social engagements should be confirmed prior to the start of the school day. Students may NOT bring cell phones/pagers to school.

Policy of Southeast POD Schools for dances and/or social activities:
This policy will be determined by the participating schools during the first quarter and information will be sent home with the students in grades seven and eight. In order to be eligible to participate in a school (diocesan) activity or athletic event the student must be present on the day of or the Friday before (in case of a weekend) unless the absence is not due to illness.

Children's Birthdays:
With teacher's approval a small treat may be brought to a child's classroom provided there is enough for every child. The teacher will help supervise the distribution of the treats... Invitations to private parties may NOT be distributed at school UNLESS everyone in the class is receiving one!

Extra Equipment/Games:
Students should not bring CD players, tape players, hand-held video games, cell phones, pagers, trading cards, or additional play items to school. Any inappropriate item will be confiscated and returned at the end of the school year. The exception to this policy occurs when an arrangement has been made with the specific teacher for a class activity.

The 'Health Room' will be staffed by a health room aide each day from 9:30am until 1:30pm The Health Room office will make periodic checks of the children's eyes, hearing, etc. and maintain your child's health records in accordance with state and local regulations. The school complies with the health law of the State of Missouri regarding immunizations.

The School immunization Rule was revised and has been effective since July 30, 1999. The changes include: requiring three doses of hepatitis B (HB) for students entering 7th grade; requiring 4 doses of diphtheria tetanus and pertussis (DTaP/DTP) vaccine for students entering kindergarten. The last dose must have been received on or after the 4th birthday; A chart of immunization requirements is provided below and requirements are listed by grade category.

* For those students in Kindergarten through grade 5, or 7th grade who have not completed the Hepatitis B series, the following schedule may be used as a guide: Dose 1 at initial visit; Dose 2 one month after dose 1; Dose 3 five months after dose 2.
* Students in grades 7 and 8 (through age 15) may use the following guide for the 2-dose Hepatitis B vaccine schedule: Dose 1 at initial visit with the second dose given 4 to 6 months after dose 1.
* TD booster may be given five years after the last DtaP/DTP.

Prescription Medication:
Prescription medication will be dispensed only if:
1. Medication is in a prescription container
2. Written authorization is on file in the health room

Non-Prescription Medication:
Non-Prescription medication may not be dispensed by the school without written authorization of a student's physician and parent/guardian. This permission may be per event or annually.

Recess is an integral part of the school day for our students. Recess allows needed activity, physical conditioning and social interaction. If for some reason your child is too ill to be outdoors, it is best that the child remain at home recuperating for an additional day.

If a field trip is to be taken, notice will be given explaining the nature of the trip and asking the parent's permission for the child. Permission slips will be sent home by the teacher and should be returned as soon as possible. No student will be allowed to go on a field trip without the permission form signed by the parent/guardian. If volunteers are needed, a request will be issued. Transportation will be arranged by the teacher planning the field trip. A fee may be charged to defray costs of the trips. An alternative educational plan is not provided if a student does not go on a field trip. The student would be placed in another classroom during the time the rest of the class is way from school.

Fire and tornado drills, as well as any of our crisis plans, are conducted periodically. It is very important that all safety drills be conducted in silence. Crisis plans are available in the school office.

Morning Drop-Off Procedure for Students arriving by car:
All cars are to enter using the SOUTH drive. The cars are to proceed around the building to the school entrance. Exit using the NORTH drive. There is to be only ONE line of cars. Parents of Day Care Students may drop those children off first and then proceed slowly to the area where the cars turn WEST toward the main school door where they will drop off their children. All cars may unload from the end of the sidewalk to the front door at the same time. It is not necessary that you wait to be first in line to unload. NOTE: Parents are not to drop off any students (Regis or O'Hara) on the south side of St. Regis, the side next to O'Hara. THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD!

Do not pass cars on the right side during drop off as this is a potential hazard to our children who exit on that side of their vehicles.

When parents are coming to St. Regis on James A. Reed Road heading North, they are not to turn on their right turn signal until after they have passed the O'Hara entrance. If Regis cars traveling SOUTH on James A. Reed Road see the right turn signal on, they may mistakenly assume that the northbound car is turning into the O'Hara drive, and therefore, attempt a left-hand turn into that car.

Afternoon Pick-Up Procedure for students leaving by car:
Enter the South driveway (O'Hara side); this entrance is two lanes. Stay in your vehicles. Teachers are on duty to help get children to their cars. Please follow the right lane exit right onto James A. Reed Road; cars in the left lane to exit left onto James A. Reed Road. All cars exit St. Regis from the north driveway. If for some reason you have an appointment in the office or a scheduled conference with a teacher, please park your car in the designated parking spaces. We ask that you do NOT leave your car while in the dismissal lanes.
Neither the circle driveway in front of our new church nor the circle driveway in front of our old worship space is to be used for student dismissal.

REMEMBER TO DRIVE SLOWLY DURING DROP OFF AND PICK UP .

Alternate Plans
Older students who ride the Metro bus will be dismissed at 2:45pm. All other students will be dismissed at 2:50pm with teacher supervision.

Walking TO and FROM school:
1. Go directly to and from school
2. Refuse to enter strange automobiles
(Parents, discuss the potential dangers with your children)
3. Observe all traffic lights, including the one in front of the church.
4. Obey all instructions from teachers and/or the safety patrol.
5. Walk on sidewalks in single file next to the curb. DO NOT cut across yards or private property.
6. Students who walk home from school at the end of the day MUST cross the street with the teacher on dismissal duty.
7. PARENTS: If your child needs to go to O'Hara we must have written consent stating who will be responsible for the child once they arrive at O'Hara.

Bicycle Riders:
-- Please note: skateboards and roller blades are not allowed.
The same rules that apply to those walking, apply to the bike riders, plus the following:
1. It is advisable to chain and lock bicycles.
2. RIDING of bicycles on the parking lot is prohibited.

Teachers and supervisors will supervise the playground at noon and recess periods.
Playground behavior:
1. Respond to the recess monitor's directions promptly.
2. Respect those in charge on the playground.
3. When recess is over, line up promptly and walk to the school entrance.
4. Good sportsmanship is expected at all times.
5. All students should be allowed to play (unless there is a 'detention' or 'Time Out').
6. NO rough playing or fighting. This includes tackle football.
7. Students must play in assigned areas.

The purpose of St. Regis is to aid parents in the students' formation as educated Christians in the Roman Catholic tradition. The desire is for students to feel safe and secure as well as loved and respected by adults and peers.

The Behavioral Expectations of St. John Francis Regis is built around the three R's: Religion, Respect, and Responsibility.

Religion:
St. Regis primary purpose is to help parents 'pass on the faith'. Part of that role is clarifying and reinforcing the Gospel values that make up the Catholic lifestyle based on a devotion to God with our whole self as reflected in our treatment of others.

Respect:
We are all created in God's Image. Every student, teacher, administrator, staff member, parent and all members of the community deserve our respect. Part of maturing as disciples of Jesus, is learning that respect is a birthright, and not something that has to be earned.

Responsibility:
We strive to be responsible for our actions, decisions, and words. A disciplined person is one who accepts responsibility for his/her own actions and chooses to live as a disciple of Christ.


In order to build a community of Gospel values incorporating the three 'R's, the following expectations have been established:

* Each classroom will establish a set of rules and regulations to ensure the three "R"s.

* The following will be demonstrated on the school property at all times:
1. Kindness toward self and others in words and body language
2. Polite and courteous behavior at all times
3. Caring for others feelings and property
* To ensure respect for maintaining St. Regis property the following apply:
1. GUM, POP, CANDY, and ALL OTHER FOOD is not allowed on the grounds directly before, during or directly following school. Violation results in a $5.00 fine paid the following day. If the fine is not paid, the student will immediately go to "In School Suspension" (ISS). (Exception - Orthodontist's excuse to relieve pain for one day following an orthodontist's appointment if a note from the orthodontist or parent is presented.)
2. SNACKS may only be eaten in classrooms (not hallways) at the designated times.
Junior High is allowed to have snacks.
THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES MUST BE FOLLOWED FOR SNACKS
*Fruit (fresh or dried)
*Veggie snacks (No dip )
*Breakfast bars
*Nuts (no shell)
*Dried cereal (no sugared cereals)
*Trail mix
*Yogurt (no go-gurt)
*Chex Mix (single portion)
*Crackers
*Crackers and cheese
*String cheese

There will be no sharing of snacks. Snacks must be eaten in the classroom where snack time is provided. No snacks are to be eaten in other classes or in hallways.
Violation results in a $5.00 fine paid the following day. If the fine is not paid, the student will immediately go to "In School Suspension" (ISS).

It is the responsibility of the entire St. Regis community to model acceptable behavior. Our goal is for students to utilize their experiences to develop into responsible caring adults. Certain behaviors qualify as seriously unacceptable behaviors and should not be tolerated within the school community on or off the school grounds. Among those behaviors, but not limited exclusively to, are the following violations with the defined consequences. (Administrative Manual: Diocese of Kansas City - St. Joseph)

Consequences:

All of the following violations will begin with an immediate (within a few hours of the incident) student/parent conference either on the phone or in person.

In-school or out-of-school suspension ranging from 1-10 days or in some cases immediate expulsion may occur determined at the discretion of the administration depending on the severity and reoccurrence of the offense or combination of offenses.


Disrespect for any adult or peer: Insubordinate behavior, refusal to obey reasonable directions or defiance of staff authority.

Abusive or Unacceptable language: Use of hate language to demean other persons due to their race, gender, disability, or national origin etc. This includes verbal, written or symbolic speech or actions that are harmful to others. Profane or obscene language is included.

Any gang behavior or activity: This includes language, gestures, symbols and/or dress that imitate gangs or secret groups.

Cheating or plagiarism: Attempting to take credit for the written work or ideas of another person/author.

All of the following violations will begin with an immediate (within a few hours of the incident) student/parent conference at the school.
Out-of-school suspension ranging from 1-10 days or in some cases immediate expulsion may occur determined at the discretion of the administration depending on the severity and reoccurrence of the offense or combination of offenses.


Fighting: Physically striking another person resulting in contact with any part of the body.

Bullying: Intimidating by harassing with ridicule, criticism or threat (written, verbal, physical, gestures) to achieve power over another. This includes encouraging or witnessing an assault (fight) without contacting an adult.

Bringing onto school property or concealing on his/her person CD players, IPODS, cell phones, or other electronic device, illegal substances, pornographic material, laser pointers or weapons or facsimiles thereof. Items will be taken away and returned at the end of the school year.

Willful destruction of school property - Vandalism: Intentional damage or attempt to damage property belonging to the staff, students, or school.

Stealing: Non-consequential possession, taking or attempting to take the property of another.

Making threats regarding the safety of students or staff, or regarding the destruction of property: Intentionally harassing by ridicule, criticism or threat (written, verbal, physical, gestures) to do bodily harm. This includes encouraging or witnessing an assault (fight) without contacting an adult. All threats will be taken as serious.

Pervasive attitude of generalized disregard for the school personnel or property.

Sexual Harassment: Use of sexually intimidating language, object or pictures. Unwanted physical touching of another student particularly in private body areas (buttocks, breasts or genitals).

Improper displays of affection.