Need To Know

This section will serve as a quick reference for important policies. Please note, additional information can be found in our student/parent handbook at ndpsaints.org/handbook. Be sure to explore myNDP and Quicklinks on our website for easy access and answers to our most frequently asked questions.

CONTACT INFORMATION Notre Dame Preparatory uses family contact information on file. Please ensure that all information is updated at the beginning of each school year by visiting ndpsaints.powerschool.com/public. All families must confirm personal information for each of their students by August 2, 2021. If information needs to be updated during the school year, please contact the Office of the Registrar at registrar@ndpsaints.org.

PARENTAL SUPPORT The Diocesan Code of Discipline directs that “Parents or legal guardians are expected to support teachers and administrators and to recognize that disciplinary action entails the exercise of judgment, often under pressing circumstances.” (Diocesan Handbook 3-1.4.17 C.4). Serious consideration is given to every disciplinary action taken. While recognizing parents as the primary educators of their children, Notre Dame Preparatory needs, expects and requires honest and consistent cooperation to implement the spirit as well as the letter of the Student/Parent Handbook’s guidelines and rules. If, in the opinion of the principal, either a student’s or a parent’s/guardian’s actions, attitudes, or behavior are found in conflict with the school’s mission, policies or any specific directive of the administration or if parents/guardians or students fail to cooperate and comply with Notre Dame Prep’s disciplinary policy or practice, the student may be barred from continued enrollment at Notre Dame Preparatory.

attendance@ndpsaints.org

Please review the attendance policy below and refer to the handbook for more details. Our absence/tardy policies have been updated for the 2021-22 school year.

ABSENCES/TARDIES

1. The state of Arizona requires by law [ARS 15-803(B)] that all students attend school 90% of the school year. Students who miss 10% or more of classes may jeopardize earning credit in each class in which they have excessive absences. At 6 absences per semester (10%), the student will be required to earn a 75% or higher on the final exam to receive credit for the course. At 7 absences per semester, the student will not receive credit for the course. Students may be asked to withdraw from Notre Dame Prep. 2. If your child will be absent, contact the Attendance Desk by filling out the attendance form at ndpsaints.org/quicklinks/attendance. 3. A student is considered tardy when they enter the classroom after the bell rings at the start of class. At 6 tardies per semester, the student will be required to earn a 75% or higher on the final exam to receive credit for the course. At 7 tardies per semester, the student will not receive credit for the course. Students may be asked to withdraw from Notre Dame Prep. 4. Please familiarize yourself with the entire attendance policy and make note of the procedures in the following areas: A parent or legal guardian must fill out the online attendance form prior to the student’s arrival for students arriving late ndpsaints.org/quicklinks/attendance. For students leaving school early, a parent or legal guardian must fill out the online attendance form. ndpsaints.org/quicklinks/attendance. Students may NOT leave school with anyone other than their parents without written permission from the student’s parent or legal guardian. 5. Liturgies are an important component at Notre Dame Preparatory and a requirement for all students. Absences from Mass will need to be submitted directly to the Principal and will rarely be approved. 6. Please visit our website for more information at ndpsaints.org/quicklinks/attendance.

ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY CONTACT: Tracey Heisler, Assistant Principal of Learning Services

(480) 634-8362 - theisler@ndpsaints.org

1. Our primary purpose as an educational institution is academics. Students must be in good academic and disciplinary standing to participate in any co-curricular activities at Notre Dame Preparatory. Please see the Student/Parent Handbook for more details at www.ndpsaints. org/handbook. 2. Students are ineligible if they have earned one F or two Ds. The first eligibility report will be pulled 6 weeks after the beginning of the semester and will then be pulled weekly. Students will be ineligible for a period of 7 days. They will be unable to participate in games, club meetings, or performances, during the window of ineligibility.

We are moving to a more normal year and easing COVID restrictions. 1. Masks will no longer be required in classrooms or outside on campus. 2. A student may wear a mask if he/she wishes. 3. Classes will all be in person. 4. There will be no synchronous online learning, however, teachers will record classes for absent students to view asynchronously after school. 5. Students will no longer need to take their temperatures before entering campus. 6. If you are sick, please stay home. 7. This policy could change if COVID numbers rise.

DELIVERIES Fostering responsibility in our students and keeping the campus safe are essential to our mission. 1. Students should come to school fully prepared for the day. 2. The front office will not accept any items or drop-offs. This includes food, beverage, technology, and homework. 3. Do not bypass this policy by leaving items outside the gates or passing items over the fence.

DISCIPLINE

1. We ask that our students and parents act with Reverence, Respect, and Responsibility. 2. If a student misbehaves, disciplinary action will be taken. Please reference the Student/Parent Handbook for more details at ndpsaints.org/handbook.

DRUG TESTING

1. For the health and well-being of our students, Notre Dame Preparatory is an alcohol, tobacco, vape, and drug-free campus. 2. The use, possession, sharing or selling of prescription or nonprescription drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or vape cigarettes is strictly prohibited on or off campus and could result in withdrawal from Notre Dame Prep. 3. Notre Dame Preparatory conducts mandatory random drug testing for all students on campus. Students may be tested any day for any reason. 4. If a student is found to have taken or in possession of a banned substance or drug paraphernalia, he/she will undergo a formal evaluation which may result in mandatory counseling, suspension, withdrawal or dismissal. 5. Any student who attempts to alter or disrupt a valid collection sample may be dismissed. 6. Please see our Student/Parent Handbook on our website at ndpsaints.org/handbook.

NURSE’S OFFICE

(480) 634-8255 - nurse@ndpsaints.org

1. In the event of illness or injury while at school, students MUST report to the Nurse’s Office for evaluation. 2. The nurse will determine the condition and disposition of the student and decide if the student should go home or stay at school. 3. The nurse, not the student, will contact the parents regarding a student’s health. No student may use his/her cell phone to request a pick-up. All arrangements must go through the school nurse. 4. A documented immunization record is required by Arizona Law for all students attending school. No student will be permitted to begin classes until this requirement is met. PE UNIFORMS CONTACT: Coach Derry, P.E. Department Chair

(480) 634-8392, tderry@ndpsaints.org

1. PE Uniforms will be distributed in PE class the first week of school. 2. Students may not wear any part of the Notre Dame Prep PE uniform in any class other than physical education. 3. Each student will be provided with a small PE locker to keep their uniform and personal items. 4. A combination lock will be provided from the PE department. If a student loses his/her lock, he/she will have to purchase a new one. 5. The cost of the uniform is T-shirt $10, shorts $10, Dance T-Shirt (Check with Instructor for Fee). 6. The PE uniform fee will be automatically added to the student’s Smart Tuition account.

TECHNOLOGY CONTACT: IT Department

(480) 634-8222 - helpdesk@ndpsaints.org

1. At NDP, technology is integrated into all aspects of the curriculum. All students are required to provide their own laptops. 2. The IT department assists with troubleshooting however, the student is responsible for repairs to their personal devices. For IT help, email helpdesk@ndpsaints.org. 3. All new students will need to set up an appointment with IT in late July or early August to gain access to their school accounts and receive information about academic applications (Canvas and PowerSchool). TUITION CONTACT: Olivia McEachen, Administrative Assistant for Finance

(480) 634-8279 - omceachen@ndpsaints.org

There are three tuition payment plans available: 1. One-time tuition paid in full by July 15. 2. Two-installment payment plan paid by July 15 and December 15. 3. Ten monthly installments (July through April). 4. For more information, visit our website at ndpsaints.org/tuition. 5. For students earning STO money, the first round of awards (payments) are sent to NDP in July. 6. The finance office will apply awards directly to students’ accounts within a week of receiving the funds.

STUDENT LUNCH PROGRAM 1. NDP is a cashless campus for meal purchases. 2. Student ID cards come with a barcode so that cards can be loaded through K12 Payments. 3. To create an account and to reload funds onto student ID cards for on-campus meals, go to k12paymentcenter.com and create your family account. 4. For your convenience the student meal plan link can be found easily on our website or mobile app under Quick Links - Student Meal Plans. 5. The lunch menu can be found under Quick Links at ndpsaints.org/quicklinks/lunch-menu. PARKING INFORMATION CONTACT: Kelly Jean, Administrative Assistant to Center of Mission and Ministry

(480) 634-8388 - kjean@ndpsaints.org

1. Parking permits may be purchased at any time after July 1 and picked up in the COMM on August 9 and 10 during normal school hours. 2. All students must first complete the vehicle registration form found on our website at

ndpsaints.org/quicklinks/parking-permit

before they can pick up their parking permit. 3. Students will be assigned a parking spot for the entire school year in one of our student parking lots. No one but the permit holder may park in that assigned spot. 4. For seniors who purchased a parking spot in May and plan to give that spot a custom paint job, our official painting days will be, Tuesday, July 27, Wednesday, July 28 and Thursday, July 29 from 5:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The make-up days will be Monday, August 9 and Tuesday, August 10 from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. Contact Mrs. Jean in the COMM with questions regarding senior parking spot painting at (480) 634-8388 or email her at kjean@ndpsaints.org.