Student and Parent
Handbook 2007-08

Please refer to your paper copy of the handbook, as it is the definitive reference and, as such, has all of the forms and appendices. This is a quick online reference for your convenience.

I. PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION/MISSION STATEMENT (260K)

  • Diocesan Philosophy of Catholic Education
  • School Mission Statement/Philosophy
  • Student/Parent Handbook
  • Parental Role
  • Non-Discrimination Clause
  • Non-Catholic Students

II. ACADEMICS (168K)

  • Curriculum
  • Implementation of Family Life Program
  • Textbooks/Supplemental Materials
  • Technology
  • Testing
  • Homework
    • Suggested Time Allotments
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
    • Scheduling and Other Conference Information
  • Grading/Report Cards
    • Grading System
  • Promotion/Retention/Placement Policy
  • School Counselors

III. ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES (268K)

  • Admissions
    • Diocesan Initial Admission Requirements
    • Class Placement
  • Attendance
    • Diocesan Policy for Attendance Requirements
    • Absence/Tardiness/Leaving School
    • Attendance/Reporting Procedures
  • Transferring to Another School
  • Lunch/Milk Program
  • Arrival and Dismissal

IV. GENERAL SCHOOL POLICIES (304K)

  • Administrative
    • Student Custody and Guardianship
    • Access to Records
    • Transfer of Records
    • School Visitors
    • School Communications
    • Telephone Use/Messages for Students
    • Inclement Weather/School Closings
    • Photos and Other Media
    • Library
    • Field Trips
    • Overnight Trips
    • March for Life Policy
    • Graduation Requirements/Ceremonies
  • Parent Organizations
  • Fund-Raising
  • Transportation/Parking

V. FINANCES (128K)

  • Diocese of Arlington Tuition Assistance Program
  • School Tuition Policies
  • Tuition and other Fee Schedules

VI. CO-CURRICULAR AND EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES (84K)

  • Participation
  • Transportation of Athletes

VII. STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES & BEHAVIOR (224K)

  • Code of Conduct
  • Substance Abuse/Weapons
  • Discipline
    • Use of Disciplinary Action
    • Disciplinary Measures
    • Specific Disciplinary Policies
    • Suspension
    • Dismissal
    • Expulsion
  • Student Regulations and Procedures
    • Students and Student Property
    • School Lockers and Desks
  • Care of School Property
  • Dress Code
    • Uniform Requirements & Other Pertinent Information
  • Inappropriate Materials
  • Playground Regulations
  • Lunchroom Regulations

VIII. HEALTH AND SAFETY (232K)

  • Student Health, Safety, & Welfare
    • Prevention of Sexual Misconduct and/or Child Abuse
    • Accidents and First Aid
    • Illness
    • Administration of Medicine
    • Chronic Medical Conditions of Students
    • Participation in Sports and Modification of Physical Activity
  • Infectious/Communicable Diseases
    • Disease
    • Lice
  • AIDS policy
  • Fire/Emergency Drills
  • Sexual Harassment—Students
  • Bullying
  • Respect For Life

IX. STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS (104K)

X. EXTENDED DAY (160K)

  • Extended Day Program
  • Crisis Management/Emergency Preparedness Plan
  • Over-the-Counter Skin Products
  • licensing information
  • Insurance
  • Tax Information

DIOCESAN FORMS

  1. Academic Intervention Plan (44K)
  2. Diabetes Medical Management Plan (128K)
  3. Diabetes Reference Emergency Plan (Hyperglycemia and Hyperglycemia) (112K)
  4. Diocese Allergy Action Plan (140K)
  5. Diocese Asthma Action Plan (132K)
  6. Diocese Confidential Health History Update (116K)
  7. Diocese EPI Form (140K)
  8. Diocese Inhaler Form (132K)
  9. Diocese Medication Authorization Form (128K)
  10. Elementary Parent Student Agreement Form (40K)
  11. Parent Permission Form for School Sponsored Field Trip (52K)
  12. Permission for Emergency Care (60K)
  13. School Entrance Health Form (284K)
  14. School Entrance Health Form Instructions (120K)
  15. Waiver Information/Right to Object Form (48K)
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Saint Rita School
3801 Russell Road
Alexandria, VA 22305
(703) 548-1888
Last updated on Tuesday, 29-Jan-2008 6:36 AM ET