Faculty Handbook

Mission Statement

Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School is a Catholic, diocesan, college preparatory high school that draws its Christian perspective from the faith tradition of the Roman Catholic Church and the Lasallian heritage of the Brothers of the Christian Schools. Loughlin fosters academic success, builds character, develops future leaders, and nurtures a vibrant personal relationship with God. Loughlin stimulates and supports a student’s quest for intellectual, spiritual, physical, moral and civic development. Students are challenged to achieve their full potential, to strive for excellence and to further their education at colleges and universities. Loughlin students, faculty and staff are committed to an inclusive community that respects diversity in its many forms and values excellence in scholarship.

Statement of Belief

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Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School believes that it bears witness to the person and the Gospel of Jesus Christ as He is understood in the Roman Catholic tradition and seeks to nurture in its students a lifelong relationship with God.

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BLMHS believes that in being ambassadors of Jesus Christ, its administration, faculty and staff are called to minister to its students and help them both to discover and share their unique talents with others.

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BLMHS believes in the teachings and mission of its Lasallian Founder and Patron Saint of Teachers, Saint John Baptist de la Salle.

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BLMHS believes in Lasallian association as a means of integrating faith, service and community.

BLMHS believes in the evangelization of its students, the students are prepared to make sound faith-based choices and assume leadership positions.

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BLMHS believes it appropriately challenges its students to actualize their potential through diversified educational offerings.

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BLMHS believes that it provides a safe learning environment

for its students to take educational risks.

 BLMHS believes, in accordance with the Lasallian teachings on social justice and preferential option for the poor, in the inherent dignity and worth of every person.

Graduate Profile

! A BLMHS graduate knows that he/she is a beloved child of God and is aware that he/she is in the holy presence of God.

! A BLMHS graduate embraces Jesus’ two-fold mission: to love God with all your heart and to love your neighbor as yourself.

! A BLMHS graduate possesses the academic, social, faith enriched, service oriented, and technical skills to successfully meet the challenges of higher education and society.

! A BLMHS graduate is a critical and reflective thinker, proficient at both individual and cooperative learning.

! A BLMHS graduate is a person of integrity who respects self and others, viewing diversity as a source of enrichment.

! A BLMHS graduate has received the education and formation to serve societal needs and a preferential option for the poor.

! A BLMHS graduate possesses and is animated by Lasallian Christian values, moral conviction, and leadership skills to promote social justice and to foster the common good.

! A BLMHS graduate internalizes Jesus’ words: To whom much is given, much is expected.”

Academic Information

Graduation Requirements

All freshmen and sophomores will carry 7 credits. All juniors and seniors will carry a minimum of 6 credits. The minimum number of credits needed for graduation is 22. Students must pass all courses required by New York State and Bishop Loughlin MHS in order to graduate.

The following credit requirements for graduation are in effect:

Subject Credit

English 4

Social Studies 4

Mathematics 3

Science 3

Foreign Language (LOTE) 2 Fine Arts 1 Health ½ Physical Education 2

Theology 2

Students must also pass all required New York State Regents Examinations including the CC Algebra Regents, LivingEnvironment Regents, and Global History Regents. CC English Regents and U.S. History and Government Regents.

The passing grade for all Regents is 65.

In addition to the graduation requirements listed above, the candidate for graduation must have acquitted all obligations, including financial obligations, and must be in good standing. In order to participate in the graduation and class day ceremonies in June, a Senior must be scheduled to receive a diploma on graduation or must have the possibilityof doing so by August. Participation in the Graduation and Class Day exercises is a privilege granted by the administration. The administration may remove or withhold this privilege at its discretion. Any decision by the administration in this regard will be final.

Exam Policy

Any student who misses a midterm or final exam as well as the make-up exam and who does not supply a doctor’s note will receive a 10 for the exam grade. If a student misses the midterm or final exam and wishes to take the make-up exam, the student must supply a doctor’s note beforetakingthemake-up exam. If however, thestudent does not supply a doctor’s note, the fee for taking a make-up exam is twenty-five dollars ($25.00). This fee must be paid before the makeup exam

All electronic devices are prohibited from the exam location. All phones and other devices must be turned in to the test room proctor. Failure to do so will result in the student’s exam being invalidated and a zero being recorded as the grade for the exam.

Promotion Policy

A. Any student who fails three (3) or more credits on the final report in June is subject to dismissal

B. If as student fails any course, the student must attend Bishop Loughlin’s summer school. Failure to attend summer school subject to dismissal.

C. All seniors are required to successfully complete all courses. Any failure which prevents this must be made up successfully in summer school.

D. Credit awarded in New York State for the number of hours a student has spent in a subject. Bishop Loughlin reserves the right to award credit only to those students who have completed the time requirement. Excessive absence could result in a student not receiving credit for a course.

E. Any student who has not passed the required New York State Regents Exam for the year must attend regents prep summer school and retake the exam in August.

F. Credit for science courses is based upon completion of laboratory reports. Students must hand in written reports for all laboratory experiences to get credit for the course.

Academic Honors

Principal’s List top three students by weighted average Gold Honors students with a 93 or better weighted average Silver Honors students with an 88 to 92.9 weighted average Purple Honors students with an 83 to 87.9 weighted average

Graduation Honors

General Excellence awards are presented to two seniors who rank one and two after seven semesters. Recipients must have entered Bishop Loughlin no later than 10th grade and have displayed excellence in academics, character and extracurricular activities over four years.

Awards are given for academic achievement in: Art English Foreign Language (LOTE) Mathematics Music Science Social Studies Theology

Grade Reporting

Teachers are responsible for:

1. Quarterly and exam grades based on departmental guidelines.

2. Maintaining their Grade Book on Plus Portal.

3. Updating grades a minimum of two times a month; on the 1st and 15th of the month. Teachers may upload grades at any time. Teachers should also reach out to students and parents that are not meeting with success or have had a falloff in performance via email or by phone.

Marking Policy

Thus, the mid- term and final exam together will count for 20% of a student's final average. Each Quarter, In Effect, Will Count For 20% Of The Final Grade To Total 80% Of The Final Average.

Academic and Extracurricular Eligibility Policy

Bishop Loughlin offers many opportunities for students to grow, learn, compete and excel outside of the regular instructional day. We believe that this is a vital part of a student’s education. This policy of eligibility for participation in sports or activities is intended to provide a guideline to insure that students are aware that such participation is based upon successfully meeting their academic and behavior requirements.

1. All students must meet the standard for academics and behavior. Students that are unable to meet academic requirements and conform to the discipline code, attendance and punctuality standards of the school will not be eligible to participate on a sport’s team or in an extracurricular club.

2. Any student that has three (3) failures in a quarter or is failing three (3) courses at the end of an academic quarter is ineligible to participate, playor practice, until the end of the next quarter. To be reinstated the student must have 2 or less failures at the end of the quarter.

3. Anystudent that is unwilling to meet expectations for behavior risk being suspended from his/her activity by the Dean or Administration. The Dean or Administration will determine the length of the suspension. The student will have to demonstrate his/her ability to follow all school rules prior to reinstatement.

4. Any student that has one or two failures in a quarter will be subject to an AIP, Academic Improvement Plan. The plan for improvement will be developed by the administration. Our staff will offer guidance to support any student having academic difficulty. Students should look for help before it’s too late. Regular attendance at the Homework Center is suggested.

English Department

Mr. Michael Peros, Chairperson

Mr. David Astrofsky Ms. Victoria Brucas Ms. Danielle Daya

Mr. Nicholas Dilonardo Ms. Emily Jackowicz Mr. Justin Johnson Ms. Samantha Harant

Romance Languages

Ms. Samantha Harant, Chairperson Ms. Ahmbria Garner Edgar Najera Ms. Malky Ortiz

Guidance Department

Mrs. Yahaira Andrades, Coordinator Mrs. Barbara Foley Br. Peter Bonventre, FSC

Mathematics Department

Mr. Marc Lebeux, Chairperson Mr. Stephen Bennett Ms. Carol Conte Mr. Connor Foust Mr. Christopher Napolitano Mr. Richard Pointing

Physical Education Department

Mr. Chester Bartnikowski, Coordinator Ms. Angela Proce

Theology Department

Mr. Michael Foley, Coordinator Ms. Grace Brancale Mr. Paul Clores Mr. Nicholas Dilonardo Ms. Beverley Madar

Science Department

Mr. Orlando Santiago, Chairperson Mr. Micah Effron Mrs. Raymonde Jason Ms. Fabiola Lamarque Mr. Derrick Nelson Ms. Dariela Rodriguez

Social Studies Department

Mr. Petrus Fortune, Chairperson Ms. Kathleen Burns Mr. Thomas Callahan Mr. Paul Clores Mr. William Mason Mr. Richard McGuire Mr. Robert Rockwell

Library Media Center

Mr. Ted Frank, Coordinator Br. John McManus

Athletic Director

Coordinated Services

Phinnigan Edwards

Assistant Athletic Director Nicholas Dilonardo

Performing Arts Director

Mr. Louis Maffei

Campus Minister Mr. Michael Foley

Director of Finance Ms. Nancy Rios

Director of Admissions Mr. Edwin Gonzalez

Director of Development Mr. Andrew Leary

Director of Maintenance Mr. Edward Bozymowski

PLTW Coordinator Mr. Orlando Santiago Administrative Support Services

Admissions

Mr. Edwin Gonzalez, Director Taheerah Gilreath Development

Mr. Andrew Leary, Vice President of Advancement Ms. Josephine McKenna Ms. Tiffany Perkins

Finances

Ms. Nancy Rios, Director Ms. Frances Stackpole

Administrative Support Staff

Ms. Tiffany Livingstone Ms. Rosalinda Reyes Ms. Barbara Trueson Ms. Donna Wernersbach

Technology

Mr. Desta Moe, Director Mr. Antonio Hallett

Bell Schedule

A warning bell will be rung at 8:25 A.M.

Classrooms must be opened at 8:30 A.M.

The bell to begin First Period (late bell for the day) will ring at 8:35 A.M.

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**The Administration reserves the right to modify the schedule as needed.

Should the need arise for a variation in the schedule; it will be published for the faculty.

Chairperson & Coordinator Job Description

The chairperson is leader of his/her department. He/she is responsible for supervisory and organizational work in that area of study.

1. The responsibilities therefore include:

a. Supervision of all department members.

b. Instructional observations using rubric. c. Formulation of the syllabi.

d. Communication between department members and the Loughlin community.

e. Selecting, ordering, and checking textbook inventory. f. Reviewing and approving students’ course selections. g. Developing the department budget. h. Reviewing lesson plan books and exams of department members as per contract.

i. Developing department grading policies. j. Regular attendance at Academic Council Meetings. k. Keeping track of departmental highlights throughout the school year.

2. The department chairperson is responsible for teacher evaluation as follows:

a. The chairperson should complete at least two mini/informal observations per quarter.

b. First Year Teachers should have at least two formal evaluations prior to March 1.

c. Second and third year teachers should have at least two formal observations prior to March 15.

d. Teacher with four or more years of experience should have at least one formal observation prior to March 15.

e. Any teacher with a poor or an unsatisfactory evaluation should have an increase in observations.

f. The chairperson will convey to administration any teacher that is not meeting our professional expectations.

g. Required formal observations do not include observations

by administration.

3. The chairperson will follow the following guidelines for observations.

a. The first formal observation will be an announced visit. At least half of all formal evaluations will be announced 48 hours prior to lesson being observed; during the preobservation of an unannounced formal observation, the teacher will be provided a time frame for the formal observation (i.e. “I will be observing you some time in the next week.”) Mini observations are not required to be announced.

b. All formal observations should have a pre-observation conference. At this meeting the upcoming lesson should be discussed and any area of instruction that is in need of improvement.

c. All observation should be followed with a post observation conference. At this meeting the strengths and concerns fromtheobservationshouldbediscussed. Ifthereareareas that need improvement recommendations should be made and progress should be checked during future visits to the class.

d. Teachers should be given a reflection sheet prior to post observation. It is optional for teacher to complete.

e. Signed written observations should be given to AP and the teacher. An electric copy of the evaluation should be sent to principal and AP.

f. In Domain 4 sections A to D will be completed by administration.

4. The department chairperson is responsible for the application of written examinations and grading policies of the school.

5. The chairperson will conduct departmental meetings.

a. General Meetings: These meetings require the attendance ofthe entire department. Theagenda andMinutes from the meeting should be emailed to administration.

b. Particular Meetings: These meetings require the presence of each member of the department involved in one subject offered by that department. E.g. all Spanish One teachers. Department meetings should be held monthly.

6. The department chairperson will meet at least once a month

with the AP for Academics. He/she is responsible for a written end of year report of the department.

7. Theschool mayelect to useaCoordinatorforDepartments that have three or less full-time unit members. Coordinators will have a full teaching load. They will complete all the responsibilities of a Chairperson with the exception of formal observations.

Child Abuse Policy

The primary concern of the school is the well-being of the students entrusted to its care. This concern is consistent with our mission and professional commitment. Unfortunately, at times those who have contact with our students may fall below this standard of concern and engage in practices which are harmful to the very people who have entrusted themselves to us.

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Teachers or other staff members who observe any evidence that a child has been physically, emotionally, or sexually abused are obliged to make a complete and objective report to the Guidance Counselor and/or Assistant Principal. The Guidance Counselor is the officially designated contact person with the state authorities, and no one else is authorized to convey this information to government officials.

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Teachers and staff must not hit, strike, or touch students in any way that can be construed as punitive or sexual. Because false allegations can damage one’s professional life, teachers and staff must exercise due caution to avoid circumstances that would support such an allegation. To avoid even the hint of impropriety, a teacher or staff member should avoid being alone with a single student behind closed doors unless a window or other opening permits outsiders to see into the area. The following adult behaviors are inappropriate for teachers or staff members: visiting a student’s home, particularly if no parent is present; frequent telephoning or electronic messaging of students; social trips with a student; sharing of the adult’s personal problems or the intimate details of his/her life;

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inviting a student or students to visit the teacher or staff member at home or in any private setting; providing alcohol or drugs to any student, or allowing it to be provided. Teachers and staff engaging in the above activities will be subject to disciplinary action, including discharge for the offending teacher or staff member.

It is the responsibility of each teacher and staff member to report to the Principal any indications that any teacher or staff member has engaged in inappropriate or questionable behavior.

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The Principal, as required by the District Attorney’s offices, will report the allegation to the police prior to informing the accused. Regardless of the outcome of any police investigation, the Principal will convene a review panel of administrators and professional consultants to conduct its own internal confidential investigation of the matter and determine what, if any, disciplinary action including discharge should be taken given all of the facts and circumstances of the incident.

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After informing the police, the teacher or staff member will be suspended from work with pay during the investigation. During any investigation by the police or by the School, the Principal and the review panel will be the only persons authorized to speak for the school and prepare public statements.

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Students sometimes share confidences with educators. Teachers and staff should be aware that the law does not grant these confidences the same immunity as those shared by lawyer/client, doctor/patient, penitent/priest, and husband/wife privileges. Although generally a teacher, counselor, or other staff member should not repeat confidences, in the event of a lawsuit involving a particular student, that student’s journal could be subpoenaed, and a teacher could be compelled to testify regarding the content of confidential conversations.

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Counselors or teachers whose class work involves journal-

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writing or other means of sharing personal confidences should inform their classes of ground rules at the very beginning. Teachers and staff should respect confidences unless health or safety is involved. In such an instance, the student should know that the greater good requires that the information be revealed.

Faculty and staff use of the school’s computer and Internet facilities is governed by the Computer Use Policy that appears in the Faculty and Student Handbooks.

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Faculty and Staff should be aware of the requirements for NY State and City as mandated reporters.

Workplace Harassment

Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School is committed to maintaining a workplace that is free from all forms of unlawful harassment, including sexual harassment and harassment based on gender, age, race, national origin, color, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, disability or veteran status. Accordingly, no employee shall engage in conduct that constitutes harassment or bullying. Loughlin will not tolerate harassment in any form of or by employees, vendors, or visitors. This commitment extends to harassment by any employee regardless of his/her position. Any employee who violates this policy will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action.

Definitions and Examples

Prohibited harassment can take many forms. It may include, but is not limited to:

1. Verbal harassment, such as making a joke or comment that refers to a certain gender, race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, epithets, derogatory comments, vulgar or profane words and expressions or slurs.

2. Physical harassment, such as an unwelcome touching, assault, blocking, impairing, or otherwise physically interfering with an individual’s normal work or movement.

3. Visual forms of harassment, such as derogatory posters, cartoons, drawings, e-mail, computer screen savers, graffiti, or photographs.

4. Sexual harassment. Examples of sexual harassment may include, but are not limited to:

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Unwelcome or unwanted sexual advances. This includes physical contact and verbal contact of a sexual nature, which is considered unacceptable or unwelcome by another individual.

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Requests or demands for sexual favors. This includes expressed and implied, subtle or blatant pressure or requests for sexual favors accompanied by any implied or expressed promise of preferential treatment or negative consequences concerning an employee’s employment status.

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Verbal abuse or comments, which are sexually oriented and considered unacceptable by another individual. This includes comments or compliments, which extend beyond mere courtesy and jokes that are clearly unwelcome or of a nature that is offensive to others.

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Sexually oriented conduct that interferes with the work performance of another. This includes unwanted sexual attention that reduces personal productivity or interferes with the performance of assigned tasks.

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Creating a work environment that is intimidating, hostile, or offensive because of unwelcome or unwanted sexually oriented conversation, suggestions, requests, demands, physical contact, or attention.

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Conduct which is targeted at an individual because of his/her gender, even though it is not necessarily sexual in nature.

Prohibited harassment includes harassment directed at the targeted individual and harassment that takes place within the individual’s hearing.

Normal, courteous, respectful, and non-coercive interaction between individuals that conforms to this policy and is acceptable to both individuals involved is not harassment.

Reporting All Forms of Discrimination and Harassment

If an employee believes that he/she has been subject to harassment, he/she ought to make his/her unease and/or disapproval directly and immediately known to the harasser whenever possible. If the situation is not immediately resolved, or if the employee is unable to or uncomfortable with addressing the alleged harasser directly, he/she should report the incident to the Principal or Assistant Principal. It is important to make a written record of the date, time, and nature of the incidence (s) and the name(s) of any witness(es). It is important to report concerns of harassment, regardless of the seriousness, to Administration as soon as possible. Administration cannot assist in stopping any harassment from continuing if it is unaware of the problem.

Reports of alleged harassment or discrimination will be investigated in a timely and thorough manner. Ordinarily, an investigation will include an interview with the victim, the alleged harasser, and any other person who may provide relevant information. The alleging employee(s) will be informed of the result of the investigation.

Immediate and appropriate disciplinary action, including termination, will be taken against anyone who has violated another employee’s rights under the law.

No employee will be subjected to any form of retaliation for making a good faith complaint under this policy or for assisting in the investigation of any such complaint.

Complaint Procedure

Loughlin believes effective communication is vital to the success of our shared mission and the professional growth of all employees. The complaint procedure ensures the accessibility of Administration, to

all employees so they may freely discuss problems, suggestions, and employment related subjects relative to the working environment and the mission of the school.

If an employee judges the need to make a formal complaint, the following step is to be followed: The complaint should be submitted, in writing, to the attention of Administration, unless the complaint concerns Administration in which case it should be sent directly to the President. January 2022

School Safety

Insuring a safe learning environment is everyone’s responsibility. Teachers are required to be familiar with all school emergency procedures.

Fire Drill & Emergency Procedures

During a fire drill or other emergency procedure all teachers are on dutyand responsible for ensuring a successful outcome throughout the event. Teachers will follow procedures for fire drills, code red and code blue emergencies. These procedures will be reviewed at the beginning of the school year.

Cell Phone/Other Electronic Devices

Student cell phones and other electronic devices must be turned off and out of sight outside of the cafeteria or school yard. Students may use their phones during free periods and at the discretion of a teacher when being used for educational purposes during class time. Students may not use them during passing time. Students having their phones visible outside the cafeteria or school yard during the course of the school daywill have them confiscated bythe Dean and/or faculty. For first time offenders the phone will be kept in the Dean’s office for two days. If the phone is taken a second time a parent will have to make an appointment with the Dean to pick it up. Students refusing to turn

over their phones or other device will have an escalation of consequences. If a parent needs to contact their child during the instructional day, they should call (718) 857-2700 ext. 2214.

Drug Policy

A student found under the influence of or in possession of drugs or alcoholic beverages in or around school or at school-related activities, including school trips, will be subject to the following penalties:

1. The student will be referred immediately to the appropriate Dean.

2. The student will be suspended.

3. Counseling will be mandatory and dismissal will be considered.

4. Dealing of drugs, as mentioned, will result in the student being subject to immediate dismissal from Loughlin.

Discipline

“IhavecometothefrighteningconclusionthatIamthedecisive element. It is my personal approach that creates the climate. It is my daily mood that makes the weather. I possess tremendous power to make life miserable or joyous. I can be a tool of torture or an instrument of inspiration; I can humiliate or humor, hurt or heal. In all situations, it is my response that decides whether a crisis is escalated or de-escalated, and a person is humanized or de-humanized. If we treat people as they are, we make them worse. If we treat people as they ought to be, we help them become what they are capable of becoming.”

Haim G. Ginott

Introduction

The aim of our program at Bishop Loughlin is to develop selfdiscipline in all our students. For this development we have established school wide policies on lateness, attendance and behavior. However, self-discipline is not fully developed through administrative policies; it is developed as well in the classroom and throughout the school building through contact with individual teachers.

Assertive Discipline

We ask teachers to establish patterns of assertive discipline in their contacts with students by recognizing student personal opinions yet at the same time maintaining proper order in their day to day activities.

By assertive discipline we mean establishing expected behavior and procedures for classes and responding immediately to variations in such behavior and procedures. A well prepared lesson is a prerequisite for establishing the proper order in a classroom. A frequent response to a poor lesson is non-participation and disruptive behavior. However, even during a well prepared lesson, discipline problemscandevelop. If theydo,immediateresponse shouldbegiven.

Procedures

Inappropriate student behavior can present itself on several levels. Teachers should make every effort to handle uncooperative, disorderly, and disruptive behavior by addressing the student and reaching out to the parents if the behavior continues. Aggressive, dangerous,and disrespectfulbehaviorshouldbereportedto theDeans.

A Loughlin Lasallian teacher understands the sacred trust of touching the hearts and minds of students always knowing each student well enough to comfort when needed and push when necessary.

For the less serious behavior the teacher should follow the steps list below:

1) Reprimand the student and remind them of what the expectations are.

2) Call parents if behavior continues.

3) Reach out to student’s guidance counselor.

4) Write a referral to the deans on behavior concern and list action taken to date.

If the student’s behavior requires immediate action the student should be sent to the Dean’s office. Any student that is sent to the Deans office should have a written referral given to the dean the next school day.

Once a teacher receives notification from the Deans that a student has cut their class, that teacher will then contact that student’s parent/guardian. The teacher has the option to call or email the parent/guardian. In doing so, the teacher should inform the parent/guardian of how the cut has affected the student’s grade. If a student should cut class on the dayof an exam, quiz, or a project/paper due date, he/she will receive a zero for the exam, quiz, or outstanding work. If a student should cut class on a day in which an exam or quiz is not being administered or on a day when a project and/or paper is not due, the penalty will then be at the discretion of the teacher. The student will also receive consequences from the Deans as a result of any cutting of class time.

Discipline and Students Rights

No teacher and no student is ever expected to live through what they consider an unfair situation. The teacher always has the right to bring the student to the administration. The student always has a right to ask to see a member of the administration to state an opinion on the disciplinary action.

When a disciplinary action has been announced by a teacher to a student, the student must either take the disciplinary action involved or appeal to an administrator.

Direct communication between teacher and student should obviate almost all situations that could otherwise result in disciplinary action. Students are encouraged to be free and quick to discuss

misunderstandings with their teachers; failing this, students can go on to the Guidance Center, their Home room teachers, or members of the Administration.

Student Dismissal

In fairness to students and parents, the following violations of good discipline will ordinarily result in dismissal proceedings:

a. deliberate, unprovoked physical abuse of anymember of the Loughlin Community. b. stealing c. deliberate ringing of a false fire alarm. d. violation of the New York State Drug Law. e. vandalizing school or staff property. f. students not meeting expectations of their behavior contract.

These problems enumerated above are not part of life at Loughlin. They are identified and enumerated to insure that they do not become so.

Conclusion

Discipline does not exist for itself. The teacher and the administration establish policies and procedures to help the student reach self-discipline, a necessary fact of his/her adult life.

Field Trips

The administration approves the concept of field trips as extensions of the class or lab learning process. Each department is encouraged to discuss the value of such trips and where and when profitable plan them.

The Assistant Principal has the responsibility of approving, amending, or disallowing field trips.

The following procedures are in effect:

1. The teacher planning the trip will submit a written proposal, including all details on time, place, personnel, and the number of students involved, to the appropriate chairperson for the chairperson's approval. All trips should be directly related, of course, to the subject matter of the course involved.

2. Only one teacher at a time will go on the field trip unless specific circumstances warrant additional supervision.

3. If the chairperson/coordinator approves, the proposal will be given to the Assistant Principal for a decision. This must occur six (6) school days before the planned trip.

4. The teacher will distribute and collect the "Field Trip" forms from each of the students involved. These forms are available in room 119. The teacher will have all forms submitted to the office of the Assistant Principal three (3) days before the trip. No teacher may have on the trip any students for whom the forms are not completed and handed in as previously indicated.

5. The teacher in charge of the field trip will submit to the Attendance Office, at the time of the trip, a finalized listing of those students actually leaving on the field trip.

6. The teacher in charge of the field trip will meet the students in school on the day of the trip and accompany students to the point of destination.

7. There will be a maximum of one (1) field trip per week.

8. The last date for a field trip to be scheduled is on the last school day in April. A department head may, during the first Quarter

of the school year request a May field trip, if such a trip would offer unique and very exceptional curriculum benefits.

9. It is the responsibilityofthe field trip teacherand chairperson of his/her department to adequately work out coverage for the classes that he/sheis goingto miss with theAssistant Principal forAcademics.

On all such occasions, the teacher accompanying the students assumes full responsibility for their welfare and their conduct, as in the classroom situation.

Students will be advised that permission to go on such trips entails complete cooperation from them. Student dress on such occasions will reflect the natureof thefield trip and beat thediscretion of the accompanying teacher, provided this detail has met with prior approval.

Students are, of course, responsible for any missed work in their other classes. They should be instructed by the field trip teacher to see their teachers in this regard both before and after the field trip.

Overnight Trips

Over-night trips may only take place under the following conditions:

1. If written permission is granted by the Athletic Director if the trip is related to a sport.

2. If written permission is granted by the Activities Director if the trip is related to an activity.

3. For all other over-night trips written permission by a School Administrator is required.

Guidance Department Services

The Guidance staff of Bishop Loughlin is here for the development of the entire student. Internal and external factors affect the growth of adolescents. It is our major goal to support our students in their adjustment to high school, academically, emotionally and socially. The staff also assists students in decision making process for their future. We encourage the faculty to refer those students whom they feel may need added support and encouragement to increase their successes or to help them overcome their difficulties to be successful.

Students with Personal Problems

At times during the school year, students approach faculty members for guidance in matters of a personal nature. These matters may be very serious and confidential. They can thus put faculty member in a position of being unaware as to exactly where to begin in attempting to help the student with his/her dilemma. The following are guidelines which you may follow if you find yourself in such a situation.

1. Duringtheschoolday,theschoolisresponsibleforastudent’swellbeing.

2. Any serious personal, family, illness or health problem should be reported to the appropriate staff member responsible for dealing with that area.

Illness- The School Nurse

Attendance- Dean of Students

Family or Personal Problems- Guidance Department

3. At times, students ask that these matters be kept confidential. It is good policy to inform students, before they disclose personal information to you, which if you feel it is necessary for the student's own benefit, you might have to inform the appropriate adult. It is also a good idea to recommend to students that theythemselves, inform the

most appropriate member of the faculty. Consult with another adult on the staff if you need additional advice on how to proceed.

4. Do not attempt to solve a student's serious, personal problem by yourself. Involve the faculty member whose expertise is in the area under consideration. Many times, these faculty members have information which is essential to helping the youngster.

Internet Safety and Computer Policy

The computer network at Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School has been established in order to provide computer based resources and Internet access for educational purposes such as classroom activities, research activities, peer review of assigned work, and the exchange of project related ideas, opinions, and questions via e-mail and other means. Students will have access to the Internet via computers in The Library Media Center, labs and other locations during the respective operating hours of these rooms. Student work (writing, drawings, etc.) may occasionally be published on Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School’s Website, www.loughlin.org and be accessible on the World Wide Web. The network is also intended to help conduct the regular operation of the school.

1. Internet access at Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School is filtered by third-party software to block inappropriate and harmful content. Student use of the Internet provided schoolwide is monitored by adult supervision. Parent/Guardians should additionally instruct students to responsibly utilize technology and also inform students of material that theydeem inappropriate for student consumption. Adult users at Loughlin may request the Assistant Principal for Academics to have the Website filter removed for educational research.

2. Usersshould notifytheTechnologyCommitteeChairperson(s) and/or TechnologyDepartment if Websites are inappropriately blocked or inappropriately accessible.

3. Users may not access Websites, newsgroups or Chat Rooms/Areas that contain material that is obscene or that promotes illegal acts. If a user accidently accesses this type of information, s/he should immediately notify the Principal.

4. “Hacking” or otherwise trying to gain access to the school network, or another person’s or organization’s computer system is prohibited.

5. The network may not be used for any activity, or to transmit any material, that violates United States or local laws. This includes, but is not limited to, illegal activities such as threatening the safety of another person, or violating copyrighting laws. Duplication or copyrighted software is illegal and is not allowed.

6. Users may not use vulgar, derogatory, or obscene language. Users may not engage in cyber bullying: personal attacks, harass another person, or post private information about another person.

7. The network may not be used for commercial purposes. Users may not buy or sell products or services through the system unless they are authorized by Administration and it is for educational purposes.

8. Users should never use social networking to give out their own or another’s name, address, or phone number to anyone via the Internet.

9. The network maynot be used as a social networking means for users to agree to meet in person with anyone they have met online unless they first have the approval of a parent or guardian.

10. Users should notify the Principal immediately if they receive a message that may be inappropriate or if they encounter any material that violates this policy.

11. Any educational policies for using computers and the network will be posted on the school website.

12. School computers and email are to be used for educational advancement only. Any emails and documents stored on the computers are property of Bishop Loughlin and subject to review by Administration.

13. Upon leaving or retiring from Bishop Loughlin, any assigned computers to faculty must be returned upon last day at Bishop Loughlin.

“The use of school computers and network is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use will result in the cancellation of

these privileges. Vandalism, deliberate introduction of computerviruses orintentional modificationofsystemsettings will result in cancellation of privileges and/or school disciplinary action. The school reserves the right to seek financial restitution for any damage caused by a student or other user. The Technology Director determines what use is inappropriate use; that decision is final. Violators of this policy are subject to loss of computer privileges for any educational use.”

Photo Permission

Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School will occasionally take photographs, audiotapes and/or videotapes of students and use them in school newsletters, news articles, brochures, web pages, and videotaped programs. Any student enrolled at Bishop Loughlin and his/her legal guardian, agrees to allow the use of any photograph, in which the student may appear, in anyand all promotional materials for the school. Photos placed on our website will not be associated with any names.

Procedures For Teachers

Appearance

Teachers are expected to dress professionally at all times. The rationale for our student dress code stresses the concept that one's appearance and dress reflect one's attitude toward school. This is true for teaching personnel and professional staff as it is for students. Without insisting on uniform standards of acceptable dress among staff, we encourage all to maintain professional levels of appearance. When a faculty member is both on duty in the building and positioned in front of students, we insist that jeans, sneakers, and workout clothes not be worn. Exemptions will be made for a faculty member with a documented medical reason, a faculty member of the Physical Education Department, and for all faculty members on Dress Down Days.

Absence

Whenever a teacher is absent, the good of the school suffers. For this reason, only the greater good of the school is represented by the teacher's return to good health, the teacher's resolution of an emergency situation, or a teacher's execution of absolutely necessary business can be considered professional reasons for absence. When a teacher must be absent because of illness or emergency, a call should be made to the school no later than 7:30 A.M. at (718) 857-2700 ext. 2208 or email Tiffany Livingstone at tlivingstone@blmhs.org Please include your assignment for your students. This will allow the Assistant Principal to make adjustments for that teacher's absence. When a teacher must be absent for what is termed a personal day, the teacher must discuss the situation previously with the Assistant Principal. The discussion should occur at the earliest possible date. In this case, the teacher himself/herself will present the class assignment to the Assistant Principal. Upon returning to school, the teacher who has been absent will complete a Teacher Attendance Report and return it to the Assistant Principal.

Lateness

Whenever physically possible a teacher who is going to be late should call theschool at 857-2700 extension 2208.Wheneverateacheris late, the teacher will first report to Room 111 and that same day fill out and hand in a Teacher Attendance Report.

Teacher's Day

Ordinarily,theteacher's professional daybegins at 8:15 A.M.andends ten minutes after the supervision of dismissal at 2:33 P.M. Inno waydoes this meanthatteacherswho choose to aid students after school, academically or in extra-curricular activities are not still in the professional day. Further, on Professional Development Days, the professional day may be extended if necessary. Additionally, attendance at meetings with parents or workshops for the faculty, are also considered a part of the professional day.

Since assigned homerooms, assigned classes and assigned supervision are understood, they are not included in the following procedures:

1. Teachers will check their mailboxes in the Mail Room Office (Room 116) for announcements twice daily.

2. Teachers will check with the Assistant Principal before leaving the school building during the course of the professional day.

3. Teachers will sign-in on the appropriate sheet on the counter in Room 111 by 8:15.

4. Teachers not assigned to a class during a certain time- slot should be in some area where they are readily available to the administration.

5. Teachers should feel free to discuss difficulties regarding their professional day with the Assistant Principal.

If a teacher agrees to teach an H period, they will meet with Administration to set-up the time the class will meet. Over the course of a seven-day cycle the class will have the same number of instructional minutes as a class that meets during the traditional schedule.

Homeroom

Homeroom serves a number of purposes: To start our day by praying together, to get an accurate attendance for the day, to communicate pertinent information to the students, and to help you to know your students. For these reason, the following procedures should be followed:

1. Alphabetize the group and keep them seated in these assigned seats for the full Homeroom period.

2. Insist on absolute silence during all announcements.

3. Insist on student cooperation during the Pledge of Allegiance and Morning Prayer.

4. Use the remainder of the time during Homeroom to circulate and talk to students. Do not allow students to leave Home Room without a pass.

5. Conducting homeroom business. This may include having students read and listen to excerpts from student handbook.

6. During House Time: Teachers assigned to a family should follow homeroom procedures and enforce all school policies. This creates a safe and productive environment for the students. A teacher may not grade papers or engage in any activity that may divert their attention.

Procedure for Teacher Absence

Because of the occasional necessity of teacher absence, the following procedures are to be followed:

1. If a teacher is absent his or her class assignments will be given to the Assistant Principal.

2. The assignments will be posted on the hallway monitors.

3. A class whose teacher is absent will then report to and remain within the cafeteria, library, yard or studyhall unless otherwise instructed by administration.

4. Teachers will be assigned Homeroom coverage as equitably as possible.

Meetings

All teachers will attend general faculty meetings and parent-teacher meetings. Each teacher will attend all appropriate departmental meetings. Moreover, it is expected that teachers will initiate meetings and conferences with parents when this procedure is indicated as being for the good of the students. The departmental chairperson and the Guidance Department will be of assistance here.

School Property

Although students are sometimes inclined to be untidy or careless, all but the smallest minority will respond favorably to the correction or example of a teacher in caring for school property. To this point, the teachers are reminded that they are always in a position to help in the upkeep of Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School. Teachers should be certain that no type of damage to school property, whether

accidentalormaliciousorunthinking,goesunreported.Reportsshould be made to the appropriate Dean of Students.

Substitutions

When a teacher’s absence stretches beyond a viable period in terms of that teacher's classes, substitutions will be assigned by the Assistant Principal. Substitution periods will be distributed on as equitable basis as possible. Teachers wishing to discuss their substitution situation should feel free to do so with the Assistant Principal.

Conventions

The individual departments may make representation to the Assistant Principal requesting that a teacher be allowed the time to attend a convention. The Assistant Principal's judgement will be based on the balancing of the professional growth possible and the loss of instruction time which arises as a natural consequence. It seems then, that a properly delivered proposal would want to include provisions for the lost instruction time.

Proctoring & Grading

Teachers will follow all proctoring instructions and actively move about the room during exams. The teacher’s full attention is required for the duration of the exam. Teachers may not use electronic devices, grade papers or engage in any activity that may divert their attention.

Grading Regents exams is set by department. All teachers may be required to participate in the grading of exams.

Student Money

The collection and holding of students' monies by a staff member carries with it great responsibility for both the teacher/coach and the school. For this reason, it is best to have money brought to and held safely in the finance office. This may be done only under the following conditions:

1. With the written permission of the Athletic Director if money is related to sport.

3. With the written permission of a School Administrator if neither of the above two situations apply.

In any event, the staff member involved will submit a written request to the appropriate supervisor including all the necessary details. . Copies of the request and the permission should be submitted to the principal by the appropriate supervisor.

Student Absence from Class

No teacher may excuse a student from class or cancel a class or part of a class. No teacher may excuse himself or herself from the obligation ofaccounting for all his/herassigned students. Anydiscrepancyherein must be reported to the appropriate Dean.

Dismissal Time

The last class of the day ends for all at the sound of the dismissal bell. No teacher will allow students to go to the lockers or leave the classroom before the signal. The annoyance caused by premature dismissal is a painful memory to anyone who has been teaching in an area where it happened. The teacher of the last class of the day will turn off the classroom lights, close the classroom windows, and lock the classroom door.

Teachers with P.M. Hall Duty will follow procedures as out-lined under “Teacher Supervision” section.

Smoking

Teacher smoking inside the school is prohibited. Teachers that smoke at side of school should be at least 500 feet from the school.

Parking

Teachers should complete the Car Identification Form and return it to Room 113. A sign provided by the New York City Department of Transportation must be left on the dashboard in the car. There are very few parking spaces available around the school and signs will be provided on a first come first served basis.

Accidents

Teachers will report all accidents and fill out appropriate form in the Nurse's Office.

Purchases

The following procedure is in effect:

1. Get a purchase order form from the departmental Chairperson.

2. After completing the form, give it to the departmental Chairperson for his/her approval and signature.

3. The chairperson will submit:

a) The white sheet to the vendor

b) The pink sheet to the Bursar

c) The yellow sheet to the teacher ordering

4. When ordering through the bookstore for departmental and/or activity purchases, use the appropriate forms as supplied by the bookstore.

When invoices and bills are received they should be checked by the teacher ordering. When complete and in good order, the material will be paid for. The chairperson will get the signed yellow sheet and the invoice bill. The chairperson will approve the bill and submit it to the Bursar. In justice to our vendors, payment should be

expedited. Since the Business Office pays bills twice a month, our speed will help the vendors.

Departmental chairpersons will use requisition for all purchases within the school, petty cash.

Teachers may request ordinary teaching supplies (items such as chalk, paper clips, thumbtacks, stationery, etc.) in Room 113. Items not available will be ordered in a timely fashion by the Business Manager.

Maintenance

The interested participation of the faculty is essential in maintaining and improving the building. We solicit that participation. In an effort to channel our maintenance staff's activities more effectivity, all requests and observations should be made to Donna in room 113 and a maintenance request form filled out.

Telephone

Personal calls are not to be made on school time.

Mail

Outgoing mail pertaining to school business will be stamped by office personnel. Personal mail is not to be sent through the school. Any department or organization depositing larger mailings or mailings not directly connected with the school must receive the permission of the Principal.

Communication

Teachers stay in tune for all school business and upcoming events. Teachers will read the Loop each week. Teachers will contribute to the Loop by sending information/schedules to administration before noon on Fridays.

Lesson Plans

The teachers will come to their classes having prepared specific lesson plans for each day's work. While lesson planning does not in any way discourage flexibility, spontaneity, and imagination in the classroom, it is intended to provide teachers and their supervisors with a clear understanding of their proposed rate of progress through course content, the methodologies they intend to implement in reaching their stated goal, and the materials they will use to attain this goal.

Each department chairperson will determine his/her department's specific procedures for lesson plan format and submit it in writing to the Assistant Principal for Academics.

a. Lesson plans must include statements of content, methodology, and materials.

b. Lesson plans are to be maintained in a lesson plan book satisfactory to the department chairperson.

c. Lesson plans are to be submitted regularly to department chairpersons for review once per cycle.

d. It is understood that the Assistant Principal will examine thelessonplanbooks athis/herdiscretionaspartofthesurveyprocess.

e. Department chairpersons have the responsibility to assist teachers encountering difficulties in the preparation of lesson plans.

School Closing

Teachers and staff will get an email blast announcing the closing of school. Also,

Supervision of Students

There is no time during the day or its extension into activity times during which members of the administrative and teaching staff are not responsible for the students. This permanent "on duty" status ranges from theoretical to practical responsibility (assisting or correcting a student in the corridor or yard, for example). Whether this sounds like

the duty of a policeman or the privilege of a physician is more reflective of the personality of the administrator or teacher than it is of the fact that we are responsible.

The sections on Discipline and Problems cover much of this element of responsibility. The sections on Mission and Statement of Beliefs cover all these elements. Please remain aware of and implement the following:

1. Legal responsibility for negligence is both corporate (school) and individual (teacher).

2. Punctuality removes many unsatisfactory situations.

3. Prompt but not early dismissal does the same.

4. All teachers are responsible for attendance.

5. No teacher may send a student from the building.

6. If there is not a teacher present in a classroom, the door should remain locked.

7. Teacherswillnotleaveclassesunattended. Ifteacherillness occurs, send a student to one of the administrative offices immediately for assistance.

8. Students are not to use any of the school facilities unless they are supervised by a faculty member with administrative permission.

9. Assemblies require the presence of all teachers assigned to classes during the assembly periods unless teachers are specifically excused by the administration.

10. All proper procedures and professional supervision are to be extended to any out-of-instruction periods assigned teachers (cafeteria, study periods, etc.).

Supervision Cover Sheet:

1. In fairness to all, please understand that you must be on time for all Supervision periods and you must actively supervise from the beginning to the end of a time period. Vigilance and punctuality are essential, as forethought and prevention maintain a well ordered learning environment. Grading papers, preparing lessons, and

using electronic devices (laptops/cell phones) are Prep Period activities.

2. Always be vigilant for the beginnings of a dispute or fight. Communicate your concerns as soon as possible to a Dean or another administrator for assistance and direction. Discuss with other teachers on duty how you can most effectively work as a team.

3. Specific Duties:

A. Cafeteria: Tables: (CT)

Circulate among the students encouraging them to behave in an orderly fashion and clean their table. Keep an eye out for tossing of paper, food, candy, ice cubes, etc.

Cafeteria

Line: (CL)

1. Any student not on line should be kept clear of the area.

2. Students should not be allowed to cut or push ahead.

3. Students should only enter the food line from the rear.

4. When the line dissipates, assist with supervising tables or assist where most needed under Dean’s direction.

5. No books bags on the line.

Cafeteria Door: (CD)

1. Make sure no students leave the cafeteria with food or drink.

2. Do your best to supervise the corridor area, giving some attention to the bathroom areas.

3. During the last ten minutes of the period students may not leave the café unless they

have an appointment with a pass or need to use the restroom.

B. Yard (Y):

1. Be outside in the yard and not in the building.

2. Move around if the students are spread out in the yard.

3. Confront any student(s) making excessive noise or using vulgarities.

4. Discourage any communication with outsiders through the fence.

5. If there is a PE class having class in the yard, please help direct students away from the space the class is using.

C. First Floor: (V or C) – (Vanderbilt/Clermont) -

1. Make sure that only students going to a class or library go upstairs.

2. Allow students to go to the offices on the first floor.

3. Students may only enter and exit the yard past Room 105. Remind students to be quiet in exiting and entering the school.

4. Students can come up to the first floor from either staircase to go to an office, the Nurse, or the first floor Ladies Room, but may only use the Vanderbilt staircase to exit to the schoolyard.

Thankyouforyourhelpandcooperation.

D. Stairwell Doors will open at 8:25 AM

Unless a student is meeting with a faculty or staff member, students should not be present in the second, third, and fourth floor hallways until the stairwell doors unlock.

E. P.M. Hall Duty:

1. From 2:23 to 2:33 teachers will supervise student

dismissal.

2. Students should be addressed if they are being unruly, loud, fooling around.

F. Non-Instructional Class coverage:

1. If administration relieves a teacher from their regular supervision to cover a class; the teacher will take attendance and distribute assignments. Students will work quietly for the period.

Supervision of Teachers

In the interest of clarifying supervisory expectation, facilitating the entire supervisory process, and ultimately improving instruction, the following minimal guidelines are offered as a satisfactory teaching performance at Bishop Loughlin High School:

1. The lesson gives evidence of the teacher's mastery of his/ her subject matter.

2. The lesson demonstrates the teacher's ability to adapt content to the needs and abilities of his/ her students.

3. Meets departmental requirements relating to lesson planning including specification of goals, materials, and methods to be used in each lesson.

4. demonstrates the teacher's understanding of the professional body of knowledge relative to testing and evaluation procedures.

5. Includes evaluation procedures that are professionally defensible and clear to both supervisors and students.

6. Organizes the classroom in such a way as to enable the teacher to maintain the appropriate and necessary order.

7. Encourages student participation by establishing a classroom atmosphere conducive to it by overt verbal encouragement and the inclusion of this consideration in the evaluation process.

8. Strives to establishapositive,friendlyrelationship between teacher and student based on mutual respect of each other's position and role.

9. Strives to be informative, timely, and supportive in relations with the parents of our students.

10. Demonstrates an ability to work with colleagues and supervisors in identifying and achieving common goals.

11. Demonstrates recognition of the resources available in undertaking the teaching challenge: supervisors, administrators, counselors, materials.

12. Carries out specific recommendations of supervisors and administrators in striving to improve teaching performance.

13. Adheres to policies and procedures as outlined in contractual agreements and faculty handbooks.

14. Demonstrates commitment to the improvement of the total effort at Loughlin by support of organizational efforts as well as by offering constructive criticism when warranted through appropriate channels.

15. All teachers should be familiar with all the domains from our observation rubric.