Be it known to all who enter here that

                                     CHRIST

                                                                       is the reason for this school.

               the inspiration of its students.

     St. Joseph School Mission Statement

2009-2010 ST. JOSEPH FACULTY AND STAFF
Fr. Michael Hawken, Pastor
Fr. John Riley, Part-time Associate Pastor
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Grade        Room          Teacher

K-1            103             Mrs. Lisa Fox 
K-2            105             Mrs. Julie King 
K-3            107             Mrs. Brandi Schulte 
1-1             119             Mrs. Tracy Borgmeyer   
1-2             121             Mrs. Kathleen Council 
1-3             123             Ms. Kathleen Morrissey 
2-1             118             Miss Karen Nusbaum 
2-2             120             Mrs. Michelle Schmidt 
2-3             122             Mrs. Melissa Nachbar 
3-1             223             Mrs. Heather McCarter 
3-2             225             Mrs. Amy Sher 
4-1             222             Mrs. Karen Glavin 
4-2             224             Mrs. Amie Novosel
5-1             205             Mrs. Sherri Ankrum 
5-2             207             Mrs. Helen Lysaught 
5-3             209             Mrs. Mary Mulvany 
6-1             254             Mrs. Lisa O'Toole          Math & Science 
6-2             156             Mrs. Tracey Nelson        Religion & Social Studies 
6-3             153             Miss Mary Boydston      Reading & Language Arts 
7-1             160             Mrs. Darla Ohmes          7th/8th Science 
7-2             155             Mr. Nicholas Dailey       7th Language Arts, 8th Reading 
7-3             154             Mrs. Michelle Patterson -Reddin    7th Reading, 
                                                                                   8th Language Arts 
8-1             251             Mr. Micah Neff              7th/8th Social Studies 
8-2             253             Mrs. Maggie Nowak      7th/8th Math 
8-3             255             Mrs. Barb Zanatta          7th/8th Religion

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Music                                152         Mrs. Karen Rezac - Music & Chorus 
                                                          Mr. Doug Watts - Band 
Art                                     214         Mr. Dennis Mueller 
Physical Education           Gym        Miss Diane Monroe 
Spanish                              218         Mrs. Donna Boddy 
Librarian                           110          Mrs. Jane Goodell

Technology Coordinator  109          Mrs. Pat Roennigke 
 
Teacher Assistants                          Mrs. Nancy Day 
                                                           

Counselor                         127          Mrs. Anita Magrino   (Tuesday, Wednesday
                                                                                              and Thursday) 
Nurse                                101          Mrs. Donna Lowther

Accounting Dept.             Mrs. Joanne Ohmes, Accounts Receivable
                                                                           Specialist 
                                          Mrs. Ruth Ann Vielhauer, Development and
                                                                           Payroll/Accounts Payable 
Copy/Receptionist:          Mrs. Seana Yearsley

Cafeteria                          Mrs. Kathy Ketter-Hirt, Manager 
                                             Julie Devolder, Jennifer Doering, Kim Fauth, 
                                             Donna Gamm, Teresa Hartman, Traci Kronawitter,
                                             Bev Reynolds, Gina Walahoski

Building and Grounds       Mr. Joe Keehn 
Lead Custodian                 Mr. Dan Balmer 
Custodians                         Shirley Vestal and Stephen Sewell

TELEPHONE & E-MAIL DIRECTORY 2009-2010
School Telephone 913-631-7730
School Fax 913-631-3608
Sjoseph@archkcks.org 

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ST. JOSEPH PARISH
ADDRESSES AND SCHEDULES
2009 - 2010
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Rectory Staff 
Fr. Michael Hawken, Pastor 
Fr. John Riley, Part-time Associate Pastor 
Parish Offices- Parish Services Center 
            www.stjosephshawnee.org 
Dolores Heckman, Secretary 
Office Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (Monday - Friday) 
Summer Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (Monday - Thursday)

Mass Schedule 
Weekend: 
           Saturday: 5:00 PM

           Sunday: 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM and Noon

Daily: 6:25 AM Monday - Friday 
          8:15 AM Monday - Friday

Student Masses (8:15 AM) 
Thursday Grades 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 
Friday Grades 6, 7, 8

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St. Joseph Catholic School Schedule Grades K - 8 
7:30 AM Bell - All students must enter the building 
                         and proceed to the Commons Area. 
7:55 AM Bell - Students must be in Home Room. 
8:00 AM Bell - Tardy bell. 
3:15 PM Bell- Dismissal

Accounting Department/Development Office 
Parish Services Center (2nd Floor) 
Phone: 913-631-0800 
Fax: 913-631-3562

St. Joseph Early Education Center (EEC) 
11525 Johnson Drive 
Shawnee, KS 66203 
Phone: 913-631-0004 
Fax: 913-631-4362

St. Joseph Early Education Center Schedule 
Hours are 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM

EARLY EDUCATION CENTER 
2009-2010
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The Early Education Center phone number is 913-631-0004 and the fax is 913-631-4362. The services provided by the Early Education Center include: Childcare, Preschool and Extended Care. The hours of operation are 6:30 A.M. to 6:00 P.M., Monday through Friday. The EEC is open 12 months per year, excluding major holidays, the day after Thanksgiving and Good Friday. The Preschool program is open 9 months per year (August through May).

Director                       Nancy Wacker                                                                        Admin Assistant                       Camilla Hamilton 
Assistant Director        Susan Brown                                                                            Bookkeeper                             Joanne Ohmes

Childcare 
The childcare program is designed to provide a positive atmosphere for the child's development. Teachers create a homelike environment with time for play, creative exploration, and activities that are created to stimulate the child's interest in the world. As children explore the world around them they develop spiritually, socially, emotionally and cognitively.

Preschool
The preschool program offers a curriculum that seeks to develop the child's spiritual, social, physical, and academic growth. Children explore the world around them and develop readiness skills for the kindergarten program. An emphasis is placed on the social skills of the preschool aged child.

Extended Care 
Children ages Kindergarten thru age 16 enrolled in St. Joseph School are eligible for this program. The students will be escorted to school at 7:45 AM each morning and back to the EEC at 3:15 PM each afternoon. The program includes study time, indoor and outdoor games, and arts and crafts. The full-time extended care program is available during school holidays and vacations as well as during the summer. A separate Parent Handbook is available for the Extended Care Program.

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The EEC serves children 6 weeks to 16 years of age. The admission policy is non-discriminatory in regard to religion, race, color, national ancestry and gender.

Children must have a current physical and current immunization records before they can start any program.

Tuition payments are due the first day of the week for Childcare and Extended Care. A late fee is assessed on the second day of the week. Additional fees will be assessed for children who are picked up late.

Tuition payments are due the first school day of the month for Preschool. A late fee is assessed after the 10th of each month.

THE SCHOOL CALENDAR FOR THE PRESCHOOL AND CHILDCARE VARIES ON SEVERAL DATES FROM THE GRADE SCHOOL. PLEASE CHECK CAREFULLY TO AVOID CONFLICTS ON DAYS THE GRADE SCHOOL IS NOT IN SESSION.

EARLY EDUCATION CENTER 
2009-2010 PROGRAM SCHEDULE AND FEES
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DAYS:      Monday through Friday 
TIME:       6:30 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.

AGE:         Infant - 6 weeks to 1 year 
COST:       $237.00/week

AGE:         Toddler - 1 year to 2½ years* 
COST:       $214.00/week

AGE:          2½ to 5 years - not potty trained 
COST:       $191.00/week

AGE:          2½ to 3 years - potty trained, not attending pre-school
COST:       $178.00/week

* For the toddler fee to apply, child must be walking

CHILDCARE/PRESCHOOL COMBINATION

PROGRAM:        2-day Preschool/5day Childcare 
COST:                 $175.00/week

PROGRAM:        3-day Preschool/5-day Childcare 
COST:                 $178.00/week

PROGRAM:        5-day Preschool/5-day Childcare 
COST:                 $191.00/week

$80.00 tuition is due upon enrollment.

Summer care is provided on a first come first serve basis to children already enrolled in the Preschool and Extended Care Program. Children in the Preschool and Extended Care Program are given priority to enroll before children not in these programs.

All Preschool children must be completely potty trained.

2 DAYS 
AGE:              3 years old by August 31, 2009 
DAYS:           Tuesday and Thursday 
TIME:             8:00 A.M.- 10:45 A.M. or 12:15 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. 
COST:            $1335.00/year 

3 DAYS 
AGE:              4 years old by August 31, 2009* 
DAYS:           Monday, Wednesday and Friday 
TIME:             8:00 A.M. - 10:45 A.M. or 12:15 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. 
COST:            $1,519.00/year

5 DAYS 
AGE:               5 years old by December 31, 2009* 
DAYS:            Monday thru Friday 
TIME:              8:00 A.M. - 10:45 A.M. or 12:15 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. 
COST:             $1,876.00/year

* or a teacher's recommendation

Preschool tuition may be paid yearly, semi-yearly, quarterly, or monthly per 2009-2010 contract.  There will be a maintenance fee of $20 per year if you choose to pay monthly.

REGISTRATION FEES 
New Student: $75.00              Currently Enrolled: $45.00

EXTENDED CARE

AGE:                 Kindergarten thru 16 years 
DAYS:              School Days 
TIME:                6:30 A.M. - 7:45 A.M. and/or 3:15 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. 
COST:              $68.00/week or $13.60/day 
                          ½ day session $20.00 
                          Full day session $25.60 
                          Registration Fee: $45.00 per family/yearly                           

2009 - 2010 PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATION (PTO)
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PTO works to further the development of the computer program, the school library, the Art Smart Program, and the special areas (MAPS). We bring in visiting artists, musicians, outside speakers and presentations for the students. We award four $750 scholarships to 8th grade students attending Catholic High Schools.

Your PTO dues are included in your registration fees, but to be the most effective PTO possible, we need your time and talent too. Please join us in 2009-2010. We invite you to be involved. Come to our meetings and join a committee. The rewards are grand!

EXECUTIVE BOARD

Co-Chair Presidents:             Michelle Carlstedt  
                                                Kristina Smith  
Co-Chair Vice-Presidents:    Dianna Andresen  
                                                Jennifer Doering  
Secretary:                              Melanie Yunger 
Treasurer:                              Teresa Hartman 

COMMITTEES

RELIGIOUS ACTIVITIES: 
Catholic Schools Week…...….Joy Hall 
Confirmation Breakfast...……..Julie Campbell 
First Communion Breakfast…..Alicia Moylan/Becki Regan 
First Communion Robes……...Jodi Hendrix 
Baptismal Renewal…………...Katie Marx/Francie Buffon

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                                                       Ginger Umscheid/Michelle Funk
Graduation Video…………..……..Open

Activities/Fundraising……………...Open

WAYS AND MEANS: 
Best Choice/Campbell Labels…….Margaret Schemmel 
Box Tops…………………………Laura Alvarado 
Can Day ………………………….Joann Lavery 

Sally Foster……………………….Shannon Foley/Katie Marx 
Skating Parties/Power Play.……… Joy Hall 
Used Uniforms……………………Julie Campbell WrapPacs……………………..…Laurie Marchio/Debbie McAllister

Calendar/Planner………………… Michelle Klein/Tanya Lannon 
Spirit Shop……………………..…Michelle Carlstedt and Kristina Smith 
Old Shawnee Pizza……………… .Kristina Albright 
Cathy Bintner Scholarship Fund… ..Mary Ivey

MEMBERSHIP/PUBLICITY: 
Art Smart………………………….Kerri Paflas 
Chat N' Chew……………………  Marie Jones and Giovanna Michaelis 
Cultural Arts……………………….Teresa Hartman/Debbie Moeller

Field Day…………………..…........Jillian Pattison/Erin Russell/Lyn McMahon 
Ice Cream Coordinator…………….Becky Skaggs 

Prayer Committee………………….Lisa Berberick/Missy Rose 
Recess/Playground Equipment……...Tammy Brull 
Room Parent Coordinator…………..Kim Owens Scholarships………………………..Cynthia Weber 
Staff Appreciation…………………..Tammy Brull/Margaret Sarver 
Welcoming Committee……………...Kerri Paflas/Molly Root 
Library Volunteer Committee…….…Joann Lavery 
Library-Special Project……………..Becki Regan

SCHOOL & PARISH ORGANIZATIONS 
2009 - 2010
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Kurt Wagner, Chairperson

School Council

The St. Joseph School Council directs and supports the school community as it carries out its mission of education and formation.

Elected Members: 
President, Mike Barrett                
Secretary, Julie Lowrey

Donda Compton, April Hill, Joan Macy, Mary Owens and Tim Seibold.  Sue Carter, Principal, Dr. Stuart Bintner, Administrative Associate Two Teacher Representatives

The Council meets the third Wednesday of every month at 7 P.M. Parents are welcome to attend, but must call the Council secretary one week in advance to be placed on the agenda.

Development Fund

The St. Joseph Development Fund is responsible for organizing fundraising activities to help offset the cost of school operations and keep tuition rates as low as possible. The Fall Auction, Saturday, November 7, 2009, is an event planned as a development opportunity.

Auction Chairpersons:

Scott and Beth Bracken

Matthew and Melissa Rose

Tom and Seana Yearsley

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The St. Joseph Parish CYO provides organized sport opportunities to all parish youth in grades 4-8. Sports include boys' football, girls' volleyball, boys'/girls' basketball and boys'/girls' track.

Athletic Director:             Jeff Wicker

CYO Board: 
                                      Joe Arroyo                Tom Yearsley 
                                      Lee Cunningham        Gary Zych 
                                      Michelle Funk            Ken Walters 
                                      Bill Martel                  Nikki Minick, Treasurer

                                                cyo@everestkc.net

Organizations

Boy Scouts:                    Rick Harris                       
Girl Scouts:                    Tiffany Sierra

Cub Scouts:                   Matt Rasins 

St. Joseph Catholic School admits students of any race, color and national or
ethnic origin and gender. Preference in admissions is given to members of St.
Joseph Parish and members of the Catholic faith.

I. SCHOOL COMMUNICATION

While the St. Joseph administration, faculty and staff always attempts to foresee
and avoid difficulties, we realize that problems and misunderstandings occur.
Open honest communication among parents, teachers and administration will
solve nearly all problems.

If a problem arises at school, we ask that you do the following.

·   If the problem involves a classroom teacher, please call or e-mail the
    teacher at school or arrange for a conference by contacting the teacher
    at school. If, after speaking with the teacher, the problem is not
    resolved, contact the school administration.

·   For problems not directly involving a classroom teacher, please directly contact
    the administration through the school office. There is no substitute for
    communication. Often rumor and misinformation can be avoided by open
    discussion.

·   Avoiding hearsay and misinformation that results from gossip or speculation can
     often prevent problems.

II. RELIGIOUS FORMATION AND STUDENT MASSES

Religious instruction is part of every day at St. Joseph. This instruction may be in the form of liturgy of the Mass, prayer services or classroom instruction. Students have the opportunity for daily prayer. Reconciliation services and special prayer services are held throughout the year. Commitment to service for others is also a priority in the students' faith development. Religious instruction follows the outcomes of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas.

All school Masses and prayer services are planned once a month for special occasions/First Fridays. See the calendar for dates. Parents are invited to all

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                  Thursday Grades 1, 2, 3, 4, & 5 
                  Friday Grades 6, 7 & 8

III. ACADEMICS AND CURRICULUM

The curriculum follows the requirements of the State of Kansas and the outcomes of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas. Textbook adoptions are based on recommendations by the Archdiocesan Educational Department, the principal and school personnel.

Shawnee Mission Services

A representative from the Shawnee Mission School District meets with the Achievement Center Director once a month to discuss special needs of individual St. Joseph students. This SMSD representative acts as a consultant to our school.

Achievement Center

The purpose of the Achievement Center (located on the second floor rooms 201 and 203) is to serve students with special needs. Placement in the Achievement Center may be determined by a student's performance on standardized test, local measures and/or classroom achievement. Placement may be short term or long term. The Achievement Center offers the following services:

·     individualized instruction for students with special needs.
 ·    small group instruction for students who need support and 
         reinforcement in any subject, especially reading and math. 
·     diagnostic testing. 
·     computer programs for enrichment or remediation.

The Achievement Center is available to all students at St. Joseph School. Students have the opportunity to use the Achievement Center to take tests, have tests read to them, make up class work after an illness or for any other needs that arise.

Enhanced Learning Services for students is provided by St. Joseph School and the Shawnee Mission School District. Students are screened by their standardized test scores and teacher recommendation for the St. Joseph program. Students who qualify are offered the opportunity to pursue an area of interest through independent study under the supervision of a mentor teacher at school. St. Joseph students are screened for the Shawnee Mission program through the process required by the state of Kansas. Students who qualify through this process are served through the Shawnee Mission School District, if desired.

Standardized Testing

The Iowa Test of Basic Skills is given each year in grades 3 through 8. The Cognitive Abilities Test is given in grades 3, 5, and 7. Both tests are administered in the fall. The results of the tests provide objective information about the child's growth in the fundamental skills of vocabulary, reading, the mechanics of writing, methods of study, and mathematics. This information is an aid used by the teacher to assess a child's strengths and weaknesses in his or her educational development. ITBS results are shared at Parent Teacher Conference Days if available. Results are mailed if not received by conference time.

Kansas State Assessments are also given in grades 3-8 at St. Joseph according to state guidelines.                                                                                                  .

Homework

The purpose of homework assignments is to compliment and reinforce the material that is presented during the class period. Homework helps the student develop the ability to work independently and to develop a sense of responsibility. Homework may be reading, studying or written assignments. Since each homework assignment has an educational objective, it is important that assignments be satisfactorily completed by the student on time. Assignments that are missed due to absence may be turned in for credit if made up within three days. The parent and/or student should contact the teacher in the event of an extended absence. Requests to have homework sent home should be made when reporting the absence.  It is not possible to collect homework at the end of the school day.  Please check www.teacherweb.com for homework updates.

Grading Scale

Students may be graded on written work, classroom participation and subject tests. The following grade scale is used at St. Joseph School:

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Failure in a given subject is determined by an average of both semester grades that is 67% or below.

Cheating

Cheating is a dishonest act that has impact on a student's formation and academic progress. Cheating is copying someone else's work, turning in work as your own that someone else has done or allowing, in any way, another student to use your work. It includes "cutting and pasting," plagiarism, dishonesty in testing situations or any other intellectual dishonesty. Students should avoid any cheating situation or even the appearance of cheating. A grade of zero is the consequence for cheating. In middle school, students will also receive a Parent Communication notice and they will not be eligible for honor roll the remainder of that school year after the second cheating incident. Eighth grade students who are involved in repeated cheating incidents will not be considered for a speaking part in the graduation ceremony.

Honor Roll 6th, 7th and 8th Grade

St. Joseph School recognizes honor and academic excellence by middle school students through the "Excellence in Education Award" and the "Principal's Honor Roll" award.

The criteria to be awarded the "Excellence in Education Award" consists of the following:

         ·     An overall grade point average of 95% and higher, with no grade in any
               subject below 87%.
         ·     Any student receiving three Parent Communication slips in the quarter will
               not be eligible that quarter.
         ·     After the second incident of cheating a student will not be eligible for
                honors the remainder of that school year.

The criteria to be awarded the "Principal's Honor Roll" consists of the following: 
         ·     An overall grade point average of 90%-94%, with no grade in any 
                subject below 87%.

Parent Teacher Conferences

Conferences are formally scheduled twice a year. See the calendar for dates and times. However, if at any time you feel a need for additional conferences, please feel free to call the teacher and make mutually convenient arrangements.

Graduation

All financial, academic and discipline obligations must be met for an 8th grade student to be eligible for graduation. If all obligations are not met, records and diplomas will be held by the office.  The graduates of St. Joseph School are honored at an 8:15 A.M. all-school Mass planned by the 2nd grade and an evening graduation prayer service. Recipients of scholarships, academic and service awards are recognized at the morning Mass. Graduates are also the honored guests at a breakfast following the Mass. The graduates wear caps and gowns to both the Mass and the graduation ceremony. The honor of a part in the graduation ceremony is given to those students who have earned the highest grade point average for the first three quarters of the current school year for the class of 2010.  Beginning with the class of 2011, grade point average will be calculated using all four quarters of seventh grade and the first three quarters of eighth grade. The Pastor and Administration confer the diplomas.

Requests for Records

Official student records will be released to other educational institutions upon written request of a parent or guardian only after all tuition and fee requirements are met.

Retention

It is essential that a student master the basic skills of one grade level before he or she can be successful at the next level. If a child has not demonstrated competency in the skills that are a prerequisite for success at the next grade level, parents, staff and administration will meet to determine if retention is an option.

Summer School

In grades 6, 7 and 8 if a student fails a core subject for the year summer school will be required to make up the deficiency. Eighth graders who fail a core subject will not receive a diploma until they satisfactorily complete summer school. Failure is defined as an average of the two semester grades that is 67% or below. If a student has failed more subjects than can be made up in a summer program, the principal will contact the parents with a determination of the student's status.

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I give you a new commandment; Love one another.  As I have loved you, so you also should love one another.  John 13:34

St. Joseph Catholic School is committed to providing a Catholic, faith-filled environment for all students, employees, volunteers and patrons in which Christ-like behaviors are ever present.  This Catholic environment will be free from harassment, intimidation, or bullying.  If any such behaviors do occur, all community members will be able to tell and know that the incident is unacceptable and will be dealt with effectively in a Christ-like way.

Definition:  "Harassment, intimidation, or bullying" means any intentional written, verbal or physical act when the intentional written, verbal, electronic, or physical act: physically harms a student of damages the student's property; has the effect of substantially interfering with a student's education; is so severe, persistent, or pervasive that it creates an intimidating or threatening educational environment; or has the effect of substantially disrupting the orderly operation of the school.

Harassment, intimidation, or bullying can take many forms including: slurs, rumors, jokes, innuendos, demeaning comments, drawing cartoons, pranks, gestures, physical attacks, threats or other written, verbal, electronic or physical actions.  "Intentional acts" refers to the individual's choice to engage in the act rather than the ultimate impact of the action(s).

Counseling, corrective discipline, and/or referral to law enforcement may be used to change the behavior of the perpetrator and remediate the impact on the victim.  This includes appropriate intervention(s), restoration of a positive, Christ-like environment, and support for victims and others impacted by the violation.  False reports of or retaliation for reporting harassment, intimidation, or bullying also constitutes violations of this policy.

Prevention:

     1.  St. Joseph Catholic School will communicate with all students, employees, volunteers, and patrons that bullying behaviors will not be tolerated.

     2.  Bully prevention lessons will be taught regularly through counseling and classroom activities.

     3.  School rules are posted and students/parents will sign a behavior contract.

     4.  Religion classes will support the teachings of Jesus and Christ-like behaviors.

Procedures:

     1.  Report of incident is made to a trusted adult.

     2.  The incident is reviewed and appropriate measures are taken to correct the situation.

     3.  Reconciliation of students is the goal.

     4.  Each incident will be monitored to ensure repeat offenses do not occur.

     5.  If such incident reoccurs, measures taken are at the discretion of the school's disciplinary committee and/or principal.

The following inappropriate behaviors may be handled within the classroom according to consequences established by the classroom teacher and students in K-8.  Offenses may result in the issuance of a Parent Communication Report (PCR) and/or detention for students in grades 4-8:

                      ·     Inappropriate language; 
                      ·     Misuse of cafeteria food; 
                      ·     Gum chewing;
                      ·     Being tardy for class (this includes all classes throughout the 
                                 day); 
                      ·     Note-writing; 
                      ·     Not returning signed home/school communications; 
                      ·     Noncompliance with the dress code; 
                      ·     Snowball throwing or fighting;
                      ·     General misbehavior;

The consequences of a PCR for each quarter are:

    ·     First PCR - 1/2 hour detention; 
    ·     Second PCR - 1 hour detention; 
    ·     Third PCR - 1 hour detention and a conference with parents, teachers and an administrator to discuss appropriate further action. The student is not eligible for any Honor Roll that quarter.

For all students the following serious behaviors may result in removal from the classroom and possible suspension with loss of grade:

    ·     Fighting, giving the appearance of fighting or any purposeful action that may 
          result in bodily harm to another person. (Fighting results in automatic
          suspension and probation in grades 6-8. Probation status requires that a
          student avoid serious discipline violations for the stated probation period. The
          likely result of violating probation is removal from school.); 
    ·     Written or verbal derogatory remarks or other actions that may be intended to
           cause harm to a person's character or self-esteem; 
    ·     Use of foul, obscene or offensive language; 
    ·     Disrespect; 

    ·     Defiance; 
    ·     Repeated cheating - Refer to explanation on page 9.
    ·     Lying and/or deceit; 
    ·     Stealing; 
    ·     Computer hacking and/or inappropriate use of the computer;
    ·     Leaving the building without permission; 
    ·     Vandalism and/or destruction of property.  Students are responsible for the
           care of their books, supplies, desks and school property in general. Students/parents are expected to pay for damage to or loss of school property.

The following behaviors may result in immediate removal from the classroom and possible suspension with loss of grade or expulsion. Proper authorities will also be contacted, when appropriate, in cases of illegal actions and/or behaviors: 
    ·     Use or possession of a weapon, explosive, or any item with potential for
           bodily harm. (Possession means on self or school property.); 
    ·     Use or possession of a knife, including pocket knives; 
    ·     Possession or use of any drugs and/or drug paraphernalia. (This includes 
          alcohol, tobacco, matches, lighters, etc.); 
    ·     Physical assault to any school staff, school representative or other student.
          (Shoving, hitting, pushing, spitting, etc.);   
    ·     Acts of arson;

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  ·     Acts of bullying or repeated, continuing harassment of another individual that
          would cause a reasonable person to feel terrorized, frightened, intimidated
          and /or threatened. This includes but is not limited to inappropriate touching,
          slurs, rumors, jokes, innuendo's, demeaning comments, drawing cartoons,
          pranks, gestures, physical attacks, threats or other written, oral or other
          physical actions.
     ·     Acts of retaliation in regards to bullying reports. 
     ·     Making false bullying accusation.

Parents or students may notify the school of continued bullying behavior or serious threats to safety in person, by phone or email to teachers, staff and/or school administration.

The administration reserves the right to deal with any other serious behaviors. Parents are expected to address issues and be part of the solution to rectifying behavior that interferes with teaching and learning.

Student Procedures and Rules

When parents drop off students they are not allowed to leave the premises without permission.  Any students arriving at school are expected to enter the building immediately.  No student is allowed to leave the premises with another parent unless written or oral permission is given by that student's own parent.

In an effort to encourage responsibility and help the office run more efficiently, students are not to call home except in cases of emergency.  Issues such as forgotten items and social activities are not considered emergencies.

Electronic Devices

Students are not to bring cell phones, DVDs/CDs, DVD/CD players, iPods, electronic games, digital cameras or other valuables to school. These distract students from their primary task of learning.

Cell phone calls, texting and cell phone picture taking are an increasing problem at school. Cell phones found during the school day will be taken and held in the office until the end of the day. Parents will be notified of the policy violation. We thank you for your cooperation in dealing with this distraction to the learning environment.

Chewing Gum, Eating Candy and Soft Drinks

Keeping our Education Center clean is very important in promoting a good learning atmosphere. Cleaning chewing gum, candy or soda stains off walls, floors, carpets, desks, etc. becomes a difficult task. For these reasons, students are not allowed to chew gum, eat candy or drink soft drinks at any time in school or on the premises. On special occasions treats may be served in the Commons. However, no soft drinks are allowed. Offenders will receive a detention for the infraction. Repeat offenders will be handled by the administration.

V. SCHOOL OFFICE AND PROCEDURES

The school office is the mainstay of an efficiently operated school. In order for us to serve you better, we offer the following information.

The school office is open Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM during the school year.  The office is open from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday during June and August and is closed during the month of July.

School Volunteers/Virtus Training

All parents wishing to volunteer and work directly with our school children must attend an initial Virtus training, complete paperwork for a background check and continue online updates. This includes, but is not restricted to parents wishing to serve as library volunteers, primary grade helpers and all field trip chaperones. You can register for the free training at www.Virtus.org . Please call the school office to receive the necessary paperwork after completing the class. We thank you for volunteering your time to serve our children. Contact the school office, if you have any questions.

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Classroom Parties/Events and Notices/Flyers

Any non-scheduled parties, classroom events, gift exchanges or money collections MUST be approved through the school office prior to planning.  Notes, letters and flyers sent home with students MUST also be approved through the office.  Please do not make copies until approval is given. Invitations to private parties or social events may not be distributed in school or on the school premises. 

There are no exceptions to the above guidelines.

Calls to the Office

When calling to report an absence, doctor's appointment, etc. please call the school nurse (ext. 4526) before 9:00 AM. This extension can be reached 24 hours a day. When you are calling for information or anything else, please call after 9:30 AM, if possible, and talk to the school secretary (ext. 4500).

Inclement Weather

The decision to cancel school due to inclement weather is made by the Archdiocesan School Office and not on an individual school basis. Notifications of school closings are made available to all local news agencies. Parents/guardians should look or listen for "Johnson/Wyandotte County Catholic Schools" on local TV or radio stations. Also, if parents have signed up for weekly automatic email updates, a message about school closings will be sent to that email address as soon as possible. A recorded message will be left on the school's answering service as well.

Our school procedure is, that once school is in session for the day, the administration will not cancel classes or dismiss early because of weather.

Forgotten/Delivered Items

Any items brought to school for students (lunches, books, assignments, gym clothes, etc.) should be brought to the lobby desk. All items should be clearly marked with the student's name and homeroom. Interruptions to class are kept to a minimum, however students will be notified to come to the front desk to pick delivered items.

Any items delivered to school for a student such as flowers, cookie baskets and balloons etc. will not be delivered to the classroom. The student will be notified to pick up the item at the lobby desk after school.

Lost and Found

A box is located in the Commons for lost and found items. Items not claimed at the end of each semester will be given to the poor.

Birthday Book Club

The St. Joseph's Library Birthday Book Club is a program whereby a student may select a book to donate to the school library in honor of his or her birthday. Every student is invited to participate during their birthday month. Summer birthdays are honored in December, January, and February. With parental permission and $10.00, students may go to the library on the day of their birthday or half birthday. Volunteers are available to assist the student in selecting from a large variety of quality, new books. At that time, a bookplate is placed in the book with the student's name and birthday. The students will receive a memento of their donation as well.

VI. LUNCH PROGRAM

2009-2010 Lunch Prices:

$2.40 K-6th Student Lunch; $2.50 7th - 8th Student Lunch; $2.95 Adult Lunch; $.40 Milk or Juice; $.40 Ice Cream; $1.00 Extra Entrée

The price for a school lunch includes lunch and a choice of white, strawberry, chocolate milk or orange drink. Extra portions will not be sold without the

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Prepayment for all cafeteria purchases required.  All students will be issued a cafeteria debit card to track individual purchases. A single check per family may be written for the prepayment. Each student's account activity will be available upon request.  Reports will be generated mid-month and the end of each month. Students will not be able to purchase from the cafeteria if the account has a negative balance.

All adult lunches are $2.95. Parents may eat in the cafeteria with their children. Please notify the school office by 8:30 AM the day of, if you want to order a school lunch.  NO FAST FOOD or RESTAURANT FOOD may be brought in for students.

The menu for each month is available on the school website.

Lunch Schedule 
K-1 10:50-11:15                   6th Grade- 11:48-12:13
K-2 10:52-11:17       
K-3 10:54-11:19                   7th Grade- 11:58-12:23

1-1 10:59-11:24                    8th Grade- 12:08-12:33 
1-2 11:01-11:26 
1-3 11:03-11:28                    5-1 12:16-12:36 
                                             5-2 12:18-12:38 
4-1 11:11-11:31                    5-3 12:20-12:40 
4-2 11:13-11:33 

3-1 11:18-11:38 
3-2 11:20-11:40

2-1 11:30-11:55 
2-2 11:32-11:57 
2-3 11:34-11:59

The lunch schedule may change due to field trips, programs, etc. Please call to confirm time.

VII. NURSE'S OFFICE AND HEALTH POLICIES

The school nurse, is available Monday through Friday 7:30 A.M. until 3:15 P.M. All calls concerning absences, tardies, appointments and homework should be directed to her at extension 4526. Voice mail will answer 24 hours a day. All calls to the school before 9:00 A.M. will be answered by the nurse. If you have other questions, please call the school secretary after 9:30 A.M.

Absences

When a child is absent from school we request that the parent call the school nurse before 9:00 AM to report the child's illness or family-related absence. Voice mail messages can be left 24 hours a day. 

If you would like to pick up your child's homework after 3 PM or have the homework sent home with a brother/sister or friend, it must be requested at the time the absence is reported. It is not possible to collect homework at the end of the school day.  You may check daily assignments at www.teacherweb.com. Students have three days to make up any missed assignment due to absences.  Please contact the teacher in case of extended absences. The Nurse's voice mail is available any time day or night.

Absences and tardies are counted as follows:

Arrival 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM = Tardy 
Arrival after 10:00 AM = 1/2 Day Absence 
Arrival after 1:00 PM = 1 Day Absence 
If gone from school over 2 hours for any reason = 1/2 Day Absence

Leaving for the day before 10:00 AM = 1 Day Absence

 Leaving for the day after 10:00 AM = 1/2 Day Absence

Attendance is important to ensure the most benefit from the St. Joseph academic program. Please keep this in mind when planning family trips and vacations. While opportunities arise that cannot be avoided, with careful planning and consideration most can. Every effort is made to support students when class is

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St. Joseph Catholic School will follow the following guidelines as required by Kansas Law.  As provided by Kansas statute 72-113, a child absent from school for three consecutive days must have a written excuse provided by their physician or professional health practitioner.  We are also required by the statute to report any excessive, unexcused absences which are defined as five (5) school days in any semester or seven (7) school days in any year to the appropriate state agency.  St. Joseph defines excused absences as:

     1.  Personal illness-a doctor's note will be required after three consecutive days of illness.

     2.  Serious illness or death of a family member-accompanied with a note from a parent or guardian.

     3.  Participation in school sponsored activity-any activity sanctioned by the school requiring absence during the regular school day.

     4.  Emergency situations requiring immediate action.

     5. An absence, which has been presented in writing and approved in advance, by the administration-makeup work needs to be discussed and all tests made up once the student returns to school.

AFTER EACH FIVE (5) ABSENCES, A CONFERENCE WILL BE REQUIRED WITH THE STUDENT, PARENT OR GUARDIAN, AND ADMINISTRATION TO ADDRESS ANY CONCERNS AND DEVELOP A PLAN TO ENSURE THE STUDENT'S SUCCESS.

UNEXCUSED ABSENCES - AN UNEXCUSED ABSENCE IS ONE WHICH HAS BEEN CLASSIFIED AS SUCH BY THE ADMINISTRATION.  AN ABSENCE WILL BE CLASSIFIED AS UNEXCUSED IF IT DOES NOT MEET ONE OF THE FIVE STATE REASONS FOR EXCUSABLE ABSENCES.

Appointments

Regardless of the situation, no student is allowed to leave the school premises without written permission, or a parent/guardian phone call in advance. In case of emergencies, parents should contact the school office. A parent must sign out the student in the office before leaving and upon returning. Students will not be released to other parents/guardians, unless written permission by that student's own parent/guardian is given in advance. Do not go directly to the child's classroom. Please report to the office and your child will meet you there.

If a student leaves the premises without permission he or she will be considered truant and disciplined accordingly.

Tardiness

Being punctual is the student's first step in his responsibility to school. It is equally the responsibility of the parent to guide the student in the importance of being on time. Students will be warned on the first two unexcused tardies. If a third unexcused tardy should occur, the student will receive a 1/2 hour of detention after school for that and each consecutive tardy that semester. If tardiness seems to be a habitual problem a conference will be called by the administration to address the problem.

School Health Services

In addition to giving first aid, the school nurse performs screening tests, evaluates the medical history, the physical conditions and their impact on the child's learning style and behavior pattern.

All students are to have on file in the nurse's office a student emergency form listing parents, baby sitters, doctors and any information needed to help the child. Every effort is made by the nurse to notify the parent of the child's physical and mental health problems by phone, letter or conference.

Any child who has a fever above 100° is to remain home for 24 hours of normal temperature (without Acetaminophen) before returning to school. Students with the following symptoms are excluded from school:

    o     Temperature of 100° and above 
    o     Severe colds, coughing, sneezing

                           Parents should also be aware that all school 
                       personnel are bound by Kansas state law to report
                           incidences of possible child abuse or neglect.

Medications at School

School personnel must have parental consent and a physicians order to dispense prescription medications. Over the counter medication will be dispensed only if the Medication Request and Permission Form is signed by the parent/legal guardian and/or physician. For all medication, the original container, appropriately labeled, must be provided. If a medication is ordered three (3) times a day, this can usually be given at home in early A.M., after school or dinner time, and at bedtime.

All medication will be maintained in the nurse's office and dispensed according to label instructions and at the discretion of the school nurse. If it is necessary for the student to retain possession of medication (i.e. inhalers), this must be discussed with the school nurse, requested in writing via the Medication Request and Permission Form and approved by your child's physician.

The Nurse will have regular strength Acetaminophen (generic Tylenol), Ibuprofen, (generic Advil), Tums, topical antibiotic ointment, topical cortisone ointment, calamine lotion, and Benadryl. If you want your child to have any other type of "over the counter medication" at school you must provide it in the original container and it must be checked on the Medication Request and Permission Form or accompanied by a signed note from the parent.

All students are screened for vision and hearing in Grades 1,2,3,5 & 7. You may request additional screenings at any time if you feel there is a problem. Parents are notified by letter or phone if any problems are seen.

Dental exam cards are given out early in the school year and should be signed and handed in by May 1st each year.

Please notify the nurse if your child has sutures, a cast or other incapacitating injury limiting their activity. Your child will be excused from Physical Education class or recess periods when a note from a parent is sent to school. A note can excuse your child for a maximum of five days. A note from your physician is required for your child to be excused for more than five days. 

There have been many changes for the upcoming school year as far as immunizations for school-aged children.  You can access the most current Kansas Certificate of Immunizations located on our school website to view these requirements or simply contact your child's physician to make sure your child is in compliance prior to the beginning of the school year.

If a child becomes ill during the school day you will be called by the school nurse. Students are not allowed to call home to have parents pick them up, but they will be sent to the nurse who will call you if she feels the child needs to be sent home.

VIII. ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL DRESS CODE

The school uniform will be worn by grades K-8 starting the first day of school.  All plaid uniform items must be purchased from the following vendor. They also have uniform slacks, shorts, sweaters and accessories. 

                Parker School Uniforms 
                6690 West 105th 
                Metcalf 103 Center 
                Overland Park, KS 66212                      913-649-6300

Order forms are available from the office. Items purchased from other retail outlets must follow the guidelines outlined below. Warnings will be sent home for dress code violations. After three warnings students will serve a detention for all subsequent violations.

Uniforms must always be worn in a modest and appropriate fashion. This includes having shirts and blouses tucked into skirts, skorts, slacks and shorts. The uniform is to fit in traditional fashion. Under or over sizing, and sagging/bagging are not permitted. Uniforms should be clean and unstained.

Boys' Uniforms

Slacks must be solid navy with navy stitching and no logos. Slacks may be cotton or cotton/poly blend, pleated or flat front. No rivets or external patch pockets are allowed. Pants with belt loops must be worn with a dark blue, black or brown belt.

Shirts must be primary red, navy or white knit, short or long-sleeved polo style shirts with two or three buttons. Tailored white dress shirts with white or clear buttons may be worn. Fold-down turtlenecks in the above colors are allowed-no mock turtlenecks. Short-sleeved undershirts must be white and have no print or logos that show through the top shirt. Long sleeved undershirts worn under short sleeved shirts  must be the same color as the over shirt.  Shirts must be tucked in.

Sweatshirts worn in the school building and in church must be the St. Joseph crew neck sweatshirt. St. Joseph school hooded sweatshirts are considered outerwear only. These are available for purchase during the school year in the development office. Primary red, navy or white sweaters (cardigan or pullover) may be worn during the day. Sweaters must be knit and not fleece. Monogrammed sweaters are available through Parker School Uniform

Shoes must be closed at the heels and toes for students in grades K - 6 due to safety concerns at recess. Sandals may be worn in grades 7 and 8 provided there is a heel strap and socks are worn. Socks that show above the shoe must be worn at all times. Socks must be primary red, white or navy. Laced or Velcro tennis shoes and socks are required for Physical Education for all grades. Sliders and wheeled tennis shoes are not allowed.

Hair is to be neatly trimmed and kept from hanging below the eyebrows and over the ears. It should not touch the collar. Boys may not wear beards, mustaches or extremes in grooming such as dyed or bleached hair and sculptured haircuts.

Girls' Uniform 

Blouses are to be solid white (no white-on-white patterns), short or long-sleeved (no three-quarter or cap sleeves) and tailored. Ruffles, lace, monograms or logos are not allowed. Knit shirts are to be primary red, navy or white two or three button, polo style knit. Knit shirt may be long or short-sleeved, no three-quarter or cap sleeves. Long sleeved undershirts worn under short sleeved shirts must be the same color as the over shirt. All blouses and shirts must be the proper size and long enough to keep tucked into skirts.

Plaid uniform items must be purchased from Parker School Uniforms.  Girls in K-4 must wear the plaid uniform jumper or plaid skort purchased from Parker School Uniforms. Girls in grades 5 - 8 wear the plaid uniform skirt purchased from Parker School Uniforms. Skirts, jumpers and skorts must be no shorter than three and one half inches above the knee when kneeling. Hems should be lowered as the student grows throughout the year.

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Shoes must be closed at the heels and toes for students in grades K - 6 due to safety concerns at recess. Sandals may be worn in grades 7 and 8 provided there is a heel strap and socks are worn. Clogs, boots, platform shoes, crocs, high heels, and roller tennis shoes are not allowed. Only solid black, red, brown or navy shoes with socks that show above the shoe are acceptable. Laced or Velcro Tennis shoes and socks are required for Physical Education for all grades. No sliders or wheeled tennis shoes are allowed.

Socks must be worn at all times. They may be white, primary red or navy. If two pairs of socks are worn they must be the same color. Socks must show above the shoes.

Sweaters and sweatshirts worn during school are to follow the following guidelines. Sweatshirts worn in the building and church must be the St. Joseph school crew neck sweatshirt. The St. Joseph hooded sweatshirt is considered outerwear only, therefore no hooded sweaters or sweatshirts will be allowed in the school building.  These are available through the development office during the school year. Pullover or cardigan sweaters are to be primary red, white or navy knit. Monogrammed sweaters are available through Parker School Uniform.

Hair

Color and style should not be extreme.

Jewelry

The following items may be worn: 
    ·     watch 
    ·     girls may wear earrings that do not dangle 
    ·     Religious medals and articles

Body Modifications Boys and Girls

Body piercing, other than ears for girls, and tattoos (permanent and temporary) are not allowed.

The administration reserves the right to determine compliance with the dress code.

Dress Down Days 

Students will be required to call home for proper attire if the following guidelines are not followed. We appreciate your cooperation in this matter.

Dress-down days are special days that are earned throughout the year. These are days that allow students to wear casual clothing. Shorts may be worn the months of August, September, October, April and May. No short shorts. T-shirts, blue denim jeans and sweat pants or other athletic pants are acceptable.

Girls shoulders should be covered. No halter, tank or tops with spaghetti straps are allowed. Shirts should be long enough to cover the midriff with movement. Clothing should be modest.

For all students logos and printed T-shirts that are questionable are not allowed. Pajama pants, boxer shorts, and spandex shorts/pants are not acceptable. Torn or frayed clothing and flip flops are not allowed. Hats are allowed, however they can be worn in the classroom only at the discretion of the classroom teacher.

Students K- 6 must wear shoes or sandals that have straps behind the heel due to safety concerns at recess. Tennis shoes and socks are required for all P.E. classes. Flip flops are not allowed in all grades.

If students choose, they may wear their school uniform on dress-down days. The administration reserves the right to deal with attire on dress-down days.

IX. TUITION

The $100 ($125 for first-time enrollees) non-refundable registration fee (per child) paid in the spring covers the following items:

Field trips, school pictures, PTO dues, tablet fees for grades 1st and 2nd grade, art bags for 1st grade and any new student, a Bible for 5th graders and new students, music books and recorders for fourth grade, and art fees for grades seventh and eighth. This fee does not reduce the totals listed below. This fee is non-refundable unless one moves out of the parish.

Yearbook is not included.

The Development Fund is responsible for organizing fundraising activities to help offset the cost of school operations and keep tuition rates as low as possible. While there is no longer a specific development fund obligation, families are expected to participate in fundraisers throughout the year. If families prefer not to participate, they can "buy out" of this responsibility by paying $250.00 per family

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One child in family: $ 2,565 
Two children in family: $ 4,240 
Three+ children in family: $ 5,745

Out of Parish:

$4,465 per child

Please contact Joanne Ohmes in the Accounting at (913) 631-0800 extension 4573 for information on payment options.

Due to parking congestion, please do not arrive for pick up before 3:00 p.m.

1. Parents may park in the north parking lot to pick up children at the EEC. Note: Children being picked up from childcare must be signed out.

2. Education Center students in Grades K through 4 should be picked up at the main (west) door pick-up zone. Due to congestion avoid left-hand turns onto Johnson Drive.

3. Parents may park in the north EEC parking lot and walk to meet their child(ren) or follow the pick-up plan in the front circle drive. All parents and students must use the manned crosswalk at the north lot entrance. The circle crosswalk in front of the main entrance is closed during drop-off. Do not park in front of the EEC heading south or in the reserved parking.

4. Education Center students in grades 5 through 8 (Younger students can be dismissed from the east entrance when accompanied by an older student.) must be picked up from the cul-de-sac on the east side of the building or the PEC parking lot.

5. Do not leave your car unattended in the east or west circle drop-offs. Children should immediately go to their cars in the parking lots and not be allowed to play in the lots during drop-off times.

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Students may enter the building at 7:30 a.m.

1. EEC students and St. Joseph Education Center students riding in the same car should enter on Bond Street from Johnson Drive, drop off in front of the EEC and then at the Education Center. Parent bringing children to childcare must park and walk their child(ren) into the ECC. After 8:00 a.m. preschool parents should park and walk in with their child.

2. St. Joseph students in Grades K through 4 should enter from Flint Street or Johnson Drive and follow drop-off procedures for the west circle drive. Parents may also park in the EEC (north) parking and walk their child(ren) in using the manned crosswalk.

3. Parents dropping off students in grades 5 through 8 should enter on 59th Street and drop off in the east cul-de-sac or parents may park in the PEC parking lot. Students in grades K through 4 may only be dropped of on the east side if accompanied by and adult or an older sibling.

4. Due to congestion, you may want to avoid left-hand onto Johnson Drive on the west side and onto Flint Street on the east side.

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