Section1:TheArchbishopLykeCatholicSchoolCulture
PartnershipSchoolsNetwork
Partnership Schools are communities of faith, where individuals work together for the betterment of all. Our vocation is rooted in the Gospel mandate to loveandtoeducate,andinparticular,todobothtoahigh degree of excellence. Christ insisted thatHecamesothatchildrenwillnotonlyhavelife,butthattheywill “have it in abundance” It is not enough that our students merely meet expectations and be prepared to “have life” we form their hearts and minds so our graduates are prepared to enjoy the life ofabundance
Christpromised
In order to infuse Catholic beliefs and values throughout the entire school day, we hold all students to consistent and consistently high expectations,andwemustensurethatweareteachingtherichcontentand essentialskillsthatourstudentsneedtosucceed
We believe that students flourish best when immersed in a faith-filled environment characterized by high academic expectations, caring and demanding adults, and joy To that end, each Partnership School emphasizes:
● Building a faculty of committededucatorswhoembracethemissionoftheschool,whohavedeep instructional expertise, and who unquestionably believe that all of our studentscanachieveatthe highestlevels.
● Establishing a clear school culture plan that articulates root beliefs and specifies how policies, procedures, programs, habits, actions, and routines actively communicate our root beliefs and values.
We conceive of the school culture of a Catholic school as the “ocean everything swims in” at the school teaching and learning, policies, procedures, rituals, routines,decisions,communications,artifacts, physical spaces, and the daily activity of the school are all infused with the beliefs and values of the community, and these all comprise the Catholic school culture This section of the Family Handbook provides an overview of our beliefs, values, shared purpose, and expectations related to relationships and home-schoolsupport
RootBeliefs
AtArchbishopLykeCatholicSchool,webelievethat…
● Eachoneuniqueandbettertogether.
● Godcreatedusforgreatness
● Wecandohardthings.
● Excellencehappensonpurpose
Mission
Archbishop Lyke Catholic School is built on respect, peace, faithandacademicexcellencewhileinspiring allchildrentosucceedasfaith-filleddisciplesinthecommunity.
PhilosophyofEducation
ArchbishopLykeisaCatholicSchoolthatservestheeducationalandspiritualneedsofstudentsingrades kindergartenthrougheightinasafeandcaringenvironment
The administration, faculty, and staff believe that as a Catholic educational institution, Archbishop Lyke School shouldcontributetothecommunityby:creatinganenvironmentwheregospelvaluesaretaughtand modeled; instilling the vision and spirit of Archbishop James Patterson Lyke;providingqualityeducation; teaching that each individual deserves to be treated with respect and dignity;promotingpeaceandjustice;
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and recognizing parents as the primary educators of their children and supporting them in this important endeavor
Archbishop Lyke School provides our students and staff members with opportunities to grow in faith, knowledge,andserviceaseachdiscoversthatonepersoncanmakeadifferenceinourworld
CoreValues
As part of our focus on school culture and character formation, thePartnershipSchoolshaveadoptedfour core values that provide the framework upon which our school culture and character formation are built Theyare:Integrity,Humility,HardWork,andService
Integrity
“Integrity is doing the right thing, even when nobody is watching ” –Charles Marshall
At Partnership Schools, we seek to give all students a clear understanding of the moral principles and virtues on which the Catholic faith and tradition is built. From that framework, we are committed to buildingacommunitywhereallindividualsactwithhonesty,forthrightness,andrespect Weholdourselves to the highest academic and ethical standards, both within the four walls of the school building and as representativesoftheschoolinthecommunity
Humility
“Humility is not thinking less of yourself; it is thinking of yourself less ” –Rick Warren
Developing humility inourstudentsmeansunderstandingandappreciatingtheuniquegiftsandpotentialof every member of the community and working together to ensure that everyone works hard to achieve his/her highest potential That requires hard work, selflessness, and an appreciation for what we canlearn from everyone around us. It also implies judging ourselves not in comparison with others, but in light of our capabilities And it requires us to focus on developing our gifts not for our own personal gain, but to serveothers.
Hard Work
“I used to think that prayer changes things But now I know that prayer changes us and we change things ” –MotherTeresa
Hard work, persistence,anddeterminationareessentialtolearningandsuccess AtPartnershipSchools,we expect all students, teachers, and leaders to workhard;togive100percentofoureffort,100percentofthe time.
Service
“Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile.” –Albert Einstein
At Partnership Schools, we aim todevelopyoungmenandwomenforothers.Wearecommittedtoserving others, both within the four walls of the school and beyond To that end, teachers emphasize cultivating individual student gifts,broadeningstudents’understandingofthecommunityandtheworld,andusingour giftsinserviceofthecommunityinwhichweliveandwork
FamilyPartnership
Partnership Schools emphasize teamwork, cooperation among parents, teachers, and students, and strong relationshipsamongallinthecommunity
We believe thatstudentscanbestgrowanddevelopwhenimmersedinanenvironmentthatischaracterized by rigorous academic expectations, caring and demanding adults, and joy. But no school can be effective with support from thehome Welooktoparentstosupportouracademicinstructionandtoreinforcevalues asourstudentsbecomemenandwomenforothers.
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We believe that kids can flourish when parents, teachers, and school leaders are aligned in collaboration Mixedmessagesamongadultsareconfusingtochildrenandcanbedestructivetooursharedmission
We believe that children learn from all of the teachers in their lives – those in their families and those at school–andweaskforyourcollaborationandcooperation,andwepledgeourstoyou
We ask that parents support teachers by instilling respect for the integrity of teachers and leaders and to actively support the leadership of teachers and school leaders in the home. We commit to doing the same foryouandyourleadershipathomewhenweareatschool
Parents are invited and encouraged to participate in the spiritualandacademicformationprogrammingwe offer your children. This may include participating in school celebrations of prayer and liturgy, volunteer opportunities, joining parent-teacher conferences, attending meetings and seminars designed to help familiessupportyourstudents,andengagingwithyourhome-schoolassociation.
Weinviteyoutotakeanactiveroleinyourchild’seducationinseveralimportantways.
Becausewebelievethatyourchildismadeforgreatness,weaskthatyou:
● Carefully review class work,testresults,progressreports,andreportcards;supervisehomestudy; andreinforcetheimportanceofschoolpolicies
● Review and discuss the schoolbehaviorcodewithyourchild;discussanybehaviorincidentsyour childmayhaveinrelationtothebeliefsandvaluestaughtinschool.
● Recognize and encourage your child’s talents and interests so they may be developed in cooperationwiththeclassroomteachers
Becausewebelieveexcellencehappensonpurpose,weaskthatyou:
● Ensure that your child maintains the school dress code, including the gym uniform, in order to maintainsolidaritywiththeschoolcommunityandfocusonlearning
● Ensureyourchildattendsschooldaily,on-time,tomaximizelearningandformation
● Arrangeaquiettimeandplaceforyourchildtocompletehomeworkassignments
Becausewebelieveeachoneisuniqueandbettertogether,weaskthatyou:
● Work with teachers and leaders to carry out recommendations made in the best interest of your child,includingthoserelatedtoeducationalevaluationsandcounseling.
● Attendallscheduledparent-teacherconferences.
● Presumepositiveintentinallinteractionswithteacherandschoolleaders
● Treat all members of the school community as members of the Body of Christ Verbal abuse or physicalharassmentmayresultinyourfamilybeingaskedtoleavetheschoolcommunity
● Keep up-to-date with all of your financial responsibilities to the school, and participating in fundraisingactivities,toensurethesustainabilityofourschoolcommunity
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FaithFormation
Faith formation extends beyond the religion classroom at Archbishop Lyke Catholic School by aligning our policies, procedures, actions, habits, and routines with our root beliefs and values, we infuse every aspectofourdaywithfaith.
All students, Catholic and non-Catholic alike, participate in religion classes, prayer, and worship held during the school day In accordance with the Church year, the students participate inMassonHolyDays and on special feast days Students participate in prayer services, stations, rosary, Bible reflections, meditations, etc, throughout the year These liturgies are noted in the weekly newsletter, and parents are invitedtoattend
We are made for each other, and we model mutual respect for people of all faiths and those struggling to believe, and we teach and expect our students to do the same. We encourage all students to be active members of their home churches We encourage all students to activelivesofprayerandtoliveaccording to the teachings of Jesus Christ. Catholic students are prepared for the sacraments through their local parishes
OurTeamatArchbishopLyke
When wehiremembersoftheArchbishopLykeCatholicSchoolteam,welookforzeal:aburningdesireto make God known, loved and served. Our team of dedicated, professional teachers, administrators, and front-line workers is committed to the Partnership’s core values of Integrity, Hard Work, Humility, and Service. All of our teachers are fully certifiedbytheStateofOhioandmeettheacademicandprofessional standardssetbythePartnershipSchoolsandtheDioceseofCleveland
Section2:AcademicProgram
Our goal is to prepare the students of Archbishop Lyke for the best college preparatory high schools in Cleveland. We strivetoputeachofourstudentsonapaththatgivesthemanopportunitytochoosecollege, a fulfilling career, and ultimately, heaven We will ensure they have teachers who believe in them, hold them to high expectations, and provide rigorous curriculum and instruction so they are prepared for high schoolandbeyond
Our teachers regularly evaluate student progress towards mastery of essential content and skills and in terms of their character development and growth This progress is communicated to parents on a regular basis.
Moreover, students are expected to perform to the best of their ability. That means that students come to school and class prepared and ready to learn, and they are expected to follow school-wide and classroom-specificrulesandtoparticipateincommunityeventsandactivities.
Curriculum
Archbishop Lyke Catholic School implements a researched, content-rich, knowledge-building curriculum with strong results in the Partnership Network of schools. Our curriculum meets the requirements for the State of Ohio with regard to the minimum standards for theelementaryschoollevel Thebasiccurriculum consists of the following: language arts (reading, English, spelling, handwriting, phonics), mathematics, socialstudies,science,health, physicaleducation,musicandart
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Grades & Grading Scale
Webelieveeverychildisbornwiththeabilitytobecomebothasaintandascholar.InourCatholicschool, wewillpreparethemforbothcollegeANDheaven Noteverychildwillwanttogotocollege,butourjob istopreparethemforacollegepreparatoryhighschoolsotheywilleachbecollege-readyat18 andit willbetheirchoicetogotocollegeornot Nobodywhoattendsourschoolwilleversay,“Iwouldloveto gotocollege,butIjustwasn’tpreparedbymyelementaryeducation”
Howweassessourstudentsandreporttheirgradesonreportcardsisinformedbythiscommitment We beginwithdevelopmentalgrades,andlaterweturntosummativegradesthatreflecttheformatofthelocal collegeprephighschools Forearlygrades,weassessstudentsusingadevelopmentalscalethatreportsthe degreetowhichachildismeetinggrade-levelexpectations(seetablebelow) Ourgoalinreportingthese gradesistoletparentsandstudentsknowwhethertheyhaveacquiredtheknowledgeandskillstheyneedat eachgradelevelthattheywillneedtocontinuetodeveloptheirmindsandultimately,toflourish.Our curriculumisrigorousbecausewebelieveeverychildismadeinGod’simageandthereforemadefor greatness eachchildisbornwiththecapacitytosucceedatthehighestlevel,andourcurriculumandthe instructiontheyreceivefromourteacherswillhelpensurethattheydo
Startingin4th grade,ourreportcardsturntothemoretraditionalA-Fgradingscale,whichsimilarlyreports thedegreetowhichstudentsaremeetinggrade-levelbenchmarksbutintheformatthatisconsistentwith localcollegepreparatoryhighschools Inthesegradelevels,ourgoalistobothreportonstudents’ developmentalprogressandtopreparestudentsforthecollegepreparatoryhighschoolstheywillattend aftertheirtimewithus,wheretheywilldeepentheiracademicandpersonalformationandcontinuetobe preparedtobecollege-ready.
K-3rd Grade Grading Scale
Consistentlyexceedsexpectationsinaccomplishinggrade-level goals,objectives,andrequirements;Demonstratesknowledgeand capacitytousegrade-levelskillsincontentareas;Thoroughly completesdailyworkandrelatedassignments;Worksindependently andcooperatively;Consistentlyhighscoresonassessments.
Consistentlymeetsexpectationsinaccomplishinggoals,objectives, andrequirements;Demonstratesknowledgeandcapacitytouse skillsincontentareas;Completesdailyworkandrelated assignments;Worksindependentlyandcooperatively; Above-averagescoresonassessments.
Approachingexpectationsinaccomplishinggoals,objectives,and requirements;Inconsistentlyshowsknowledgeandcapacitytouse grade-levelskillsincontentareas;Usuallycompletesdailyworkand relatedassignments;Demonstratestheabilitytoworkindependently andcooperatively;Averagescoresonassessments.
Doesnotmeetgrade-levelexpectationsinaccomplishinggoals, objectivesandrequirements;Doesnotconsistentlydemonstrate knowledgeandcapacitytousegrade-levelskillsincontentareas; Limitedeffortindailyworkandrelatedassignments;Doesnotwork independentlyandcooperativelyonaconsistentbasis;Lowscores onassessments.
Significantlybehindgrade-levelexpectationsinaccomplishing goals,objectivesandrequirements;Showsinsufficientknowledge andlackofskillsincontentareas;Doesnotdemonstratecapacityto workindependentlyandcooperatively;Doesnotcompletedaily workorassignments;Assessmentscoresindicatefailuretoachieve lesson/unitobjectives.
Grade Percentage Description EE Exceedinggradelevelexpectations 90-100
ME Meetinggradelevelexpectations 80-89
NE Nearlymeetinggradelevelexpectations 70-79
BE Behindgradelevelexpectations 60-69
SE Significantlybehindgradelevelexpectations 0-59
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-8th Grade Grading Scale
Honors
FirstandSecondHonorsareawardedtostudentsinGrades4-8whoqualifyinthefollowingmanner:
FirstHonors AllA’s SecondHonors AnycombinationofallA’s&B’s
Toreceivehonorsstatusforanygivenquarter,astudentmaynothavea D,F,S-,orU(inanysubject)
Growth Assessments
Students in grades K through 8 are given the NWEA Measure of AcademicProgress(MAP)testtoassess learning and to measure growth over time Students in grades 3-8 may also take the Ohio Department of Education’s Achievement Assessments Testing results are shared with theparentsandareusedtoplanfor theeducationalneedsofindividualstudents
Ohio’s Third Grade Reading Guarantee Ohio's Third Grade Reading Guarantee law requires Archbishop Lyke to conduct diagnostic reading assessments in grades K-3 early in the school year These assessments allow teachers to identify whether students are meeting expectations for reading at their grade level. For students who are not meeting expectations, teachers and school leaders develop an individualized plan for student growth, which may include, but not be limited to small group or individual instruction from a teacher aide or a reading intervention teacher, and/or instruction from a Title I reading tutor Monitoring of student growth willbe completedandupdatedthroughouttheschoolyear.
The Third Grade Reading Guarantee requires that third graders in all schools in Ohio to meet a specified score on the state reading test or the NWEA MAP test in order to advancetofourthgrade AtArchbishop Lyke Catholic School, students have multiple opportunities to meet or exceed this score, which is set annually by the state department ofeducation,onthestatetestandtheNWEAMAPtest Studentsingrade 3 might also take, if determined by teachers, other alternative assessments for the Third Grade Reading Guarantee
Report Cards and Parent Conferences
Report cards are issued four times annually Parent conferences are offered twice each year Mid-term reports are sent half-way through each quarter to notify parents of student progress. Other interim reports may be given at any time, as needed It is mandatory that all parents attend the first quarter parent conference; please consult the school calendar andmonitoremailfordatesandtimes.Conferencesprovide
LetterGrade Percentage A+ 97-100 A 93-96 A- 90-92 B+ 87-89 B 83-86 B- 80-82 C+ 77-79 C 73-76 C- 70-72 D+ 67-69 D 63-66 D- 60-63 F 0-59
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opportunities tobuildrelationshipsbetweenteachersandfamiliesandtoreceiveanddiscussthechild'sfirst quarterreportcard
Retention from/Promotion to Next Grade
Very few decisions we make about children are more important than recommendations to promote or to retain a student BecausestudentsofvaryinglevelsofachievementareacceptedtoPartnershipSchools,we base retention decisions on student growth, rather than absolute performance Tothatend,studentswillbe retained if they fail to demonstrate at least one year of growth as measured by interim and curricular assessments in grades1-8 Retentiondecisionswillalsotakeintoaccountoverallconductasrepresentedon thereportcard.
If a student is being considered for retention, teachers must begin discussing this possibility early in the school year with the principal Parent conferences must be held periodically, and notification of the possibilityofretentionmustbemadewithwrittennotationonthereportcard.
If a child is required to go to summer school for promotion, that child must attend an approved summer schoolprogram Ifthechilddoesnotattendanapprovedsummerschool,thechildcanberetained
The final decision to promote or retain a student is madebytheprincipal,basedonthestudent’sacademic performanceandbestinterests.Itshouldbemadeafterdiscussionwiththeparent,teacher,andstudent.
If a student completes all requirements for promotion orgraduation,afamilycannotself-selectthestudent toberetainedintheirgrade
*Third Grade students who do not pass the Ohio State MandatedReadingAchievementTest(ThirdGrade Guarantee)willberetainedinthirdgradeuntiltheyachieveapassingscore.
Supplementary Services
Ohio Auxiliary Services provide our students with the following services: psychologist, speechtherapist, nurseandclerk FederalassistanceprovidesbasicskillsteacherstoassiststudentsinReadingand/orMath
Technology for Learning
Parents and students are required tosignandfollowanAcceptableUsePolicythatoutlinesappropriateuse ofschooltechnologyresourcesatthebeginningofeachyear
Section3:SchoolOperations
Admissions
We believe that each child is made in the image and likeness ofGod,andtherefore,ismadeforgreatness Our role as Catholic school educators is to help families ensure that their children experience full human flourishing, and our desire is to provide a Catholic education of the highest qualitytoasmanychildrenas possibleinourcommunity.
We welcome all students to apply to join the Archbishop Lyke Catholic School community. We believe Godislove,anddiscriminationisrepugnanttoournatureandmission
Archbishop Lyke admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin toalltherights,privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs
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Admission Procedures
Application materials include a formal application and required records, including the child’s birth certificate, immunization records, and report card from previous school, if applicable In cases of child custody,acertifiedcopyoftheentirecourtorderidentifyingthechild’scustodianisalsorequired
Space is limited; admission to Archbishop Lyke is “first come, first served”forallstudentswithcomplete applications In classes with limited space, the school may give preference in admissions to siblings of currentlyenrolledstudents,andtoCatholicstudentswhoseparentsareactivemembersofaCatholicparish Incomingkindergartenstudentsmustbe5yearsoldbySeptember30
Attendance
When it comes to learning, we believe every minute matters To optimize yourchild’slearning,theymust attend class, on time, every day, whenever possible State law requires children between theagesof6and 18 to attend school daily. It is our responsibility toworkwithcivilauthoritiestoreportexcessiveabsences fromschool
Absences
In the event of student absence, it is the responsibility of the parent to notify the school by 9:00 a.m. Ifa student is ill and will miss several days, the parent should contact the student’s teacher(s) to arrange for assignmentstobesenthome.
If school leaders observe anunusualpatternofabsences,theparentmustmeetwiththeprincipalbeforethe studentmayreturntoschoolinordertocreateaplanformaximizingstudentlearningmovingforward
Pleasemakeeveryefforttoscheduledoctor’sappointmentsoutsideofschoolhours
Tardies
Being late to school interferes with the late child’s progress in school and also disrupts teaching and learning for other students Parent support in ensuring on-time arrival is critical Parents must accompany children into the building after 8:30 am. After the sixth tardy in a quarter, a parent must meet with the principalbeforethestudentmayreturntoschool
Students who are late to school must report to the officetoreceiveatardyslip Theslipmustbepresented totheclassroomteacher Studentswhoarriveafter9amwillbemarkedabsentforahalf-day
Communications
All families must have an email address All school news and correspondence regarding scholarships, grades, school closures, student illness, and other updateswillbedeliveredviaemailortext Pleasecheck emaildaily Itistheparent’sresponsibilitytomaintaincommunicationelectronically
Contacting Teachers
We encourage parents to contact their child's teacher via email if they havequestionsorconcerns Parents may call the school during schoolhourstoseeifateacherisavailable,ortheymayemail,orsendanoteto schedule a meeting. We ask teachers to respond to parent emails and phone messages within 24 hours wheneverpossible
Please note: We will never ask teachers to leave their classduringschoolhourswhentheyareresponsible fortheirstudents.Parentsmaynotvisittheclassroom.
Required Meetings
Weexpectallschoolfamiliestoattendcertainimportantgatherings:
● AnnualBack-to-SchoolMeeting
● Parent-TeacherConferences
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Anymeetingsrequestedandscheduledbyschoolleadersorteachers
Website
General information about Archbishop Lyke Catholic School is available at www.archbishoplykeschool.org.
Costs
Registration Fee
Archbishop Lyke Catholic School requires a registration fee for students ($150 fornewstudents;$100for returning students). This fee serves as a non-refundable deposit that guarantees your child’s place in the classroom The registration fee defrays the costs of some textbooks and workbooks, some classroom supplies, and office supplies, and it supports efforts to provide assessments of your child’s learning and growth This fee must bepaidbyApril30forthecomingschoolyear(oruponregistrationforfamiliesthat registerafterApril30) Studentswillnotbeadmittedintoclassif feeshavenotbeenpaid
Tuition & Scholarships
Publishedtuitionforthe2023-2024schoolyearis$9,15500 Studentswhosefamiliesmeetresidency requirementsmayapplyfortheClevelandScholarshipandTutoringProgram Otherstudentsmaybe eligible,dependingontheirpublicschooldistrict,theirincome,orotherqualifications,forEdChoiceor EdChoiceExpansionScholarshipstosatisfytuitionobligations Financialaidisavailableforstudentswho arenoteligibleforstatescholarships,andapplicationsareavailablefromtheschooloffice
State scholarship checks from the Cleveland andEdChoiceScholarshipsaresenttotheschoolperiodically during the school year Parents are asked to complete a check signing authorization form that allows the school to process scholarship payments efficiently. Families that do not have checksigningauthorizations on file mustcomeintotheofficetosigntheircheckswhentheyarereceived Theschoolwillnotifyparents when checks are available to be signed. Report cards, diplomas, and transcripts may be withheld for nonpayment of debts owed to theschool Thisincludespaymentsowedfortuitionoranyotheroutstanding fees.
Refunds
Theregistrationfeeholdsthechild'splaceandisnon-refundable
Methods of Payments
ArchbishopLykeCatholicSchoolacceptsallpaymentsviacreditcard
DailySchedule
Theschoolofficeisopenforbusinessfrom7:00amto4:00pmMonday–Friday.
Bell Schedule
7:30 AM Doors open
Students arriving between 7:30 & 7:45 report to assigned areas
Supervision & breakfast are provided.
Students may not arrive before 7:30 AM
7:55 AM First Bell
Students gather in Gym for morning meeting
Parents may not enter classrooms in the morning
Parents may come to the office as needed
8:00 AM Final Bell Morning Meeting
Students not in the Gym at this time are considered tardy
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3:30 PM Dismissal.
Bus riders and daycare students are picked up in the front parking lot Walkers are dismissed from the Main Door on Harvard Avenue.
Car Riders are dismissed from the playground doors
Dismissal/Late Dismissal Fee
SchooldismissalhoursareMondaythroughThursday3:30pm; Friday2:00pm; exceptthefirstFridayof themonthisaNoondismissal. Therewillbeafifteenminutegraceperiodatdismissalforyourchildtobe pickedup Afterthattimehaspassed,youwillbechargedalatepickupfeeof$5perminute Youwill pickyourstudentupinthemainofficeandpaythefee. Thefeemustbepaidbeforethestudentcanreturn toschool
Early Departure
We believe every minute matters when it comes to student learning, so weaskthatparentstrytoschedule doctor and dental appointments outside of school time whenever possible. When students need to leave school early, they must bring a note from a parent to their homeroom teacher that morning They mustbe picked up in the school office by a parent or designated adult. Students may not leave campus for any reason without permission from school leadership Students that leave school before 11:00 am, will be marked absent for that entire day if a note is not presented in the morning. Studentswillnotbedismissed fromschoolafter2:30pmunlessanoteisreceivedinthemorning
Health
Allergies
If your child has allergies, please notify the school of the allergy and any medication needs Epi-pensand other medications may be kept in the office (see “Medication,” below) Students must be aware of their own allergies, symptoms, medication needs and/or reactions If a child is exposed or experiences symptoms, the student should notify an adult immediately If ordering from the schoollunchprogram,the parentshouldorderlunchesthatwillnotcauseanallergicreaction
Contagious Illness
If you suspect your child has strep throat, the flu, or another contagious illness, please contact your physician Students may not return to school until they have been on medication for 24 hours and must have a return-to-school clearance from the doctor’s office Please keep your child home until the child is wellenoughtoparticipateinthefullschoolday,includingallclasses,recess,PE,etc.
When a child has been diagnosed with contagious illness, parents must notify the school. Because weare made for each other, we always notify the familiesofotherstudentswhohavebeeninclosecontactwitha contagiouschildofanillnessintheirclass.
Emergencies, Accidents, & Illness during the School Day
First aid will be given for minor cuts, scrapes, and bruises. The school will contact parents as soon as possible when a student becomes ill or an accident occurs Studentsmustinformateacherortheofficeof any injuryreceivedatschool.Parentsareaskedtomakearrangementstohavethechildtakenhome. Atthe beginning of the year, parents must complete the Emergency MedicalAuthorizationform,whichindicates the who the school will contact if the school is unable to reach a parent. Maintaining up-to-date phone numbersandemergencycontactswiththeschooliscritical
Before the student can be released from school, the parent or authorized emergency contact mustcometo the office to sign the student out. Studentsmaynotleavethebuildingwithanyoneexceptparentsorthose named on the Emergency Medical Authorization form In an emergency, if the parent needs to send someone not on the authorized list, the parent must call the school, and photo identification must be presentedtotheoffice
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Immunization
Student immunization records must be kept up-to-date Studentswithoutupdatedimmunizationrecordsby the 15th day of school are not permitted to attend school, by Ohio statelaw Theschoolwillnotifyparents whenrecordsneedtobeupdated
Medication
Whenstudentsneedtohavemedicationadministeredbyschoolpersonnel,pleasefollowtheseguidelines:
1. Written requests must be obtained from the physicianandtheparentbeforeschoolpersonnelmay administer any prescription medication. Written requests from the parent/guardian must be obtained for any non-prescription medication The request must include instructions as to the nameofmedication,dosage,time,anddurationofmedication,andpossiblesideeffects
2. Medication must be in the original containers and have an affixedlabelincludingstudent'sname, nameofmedication,dosage,directions,andtimeofadministration.
3. Allmedicationmustbeturnedintotheofficewhenthestudentarrivesatschool.
4. New requestformsmustbesubmittedeachtimeamedicationisprescribedandatthebeginningof eachschoolyearforongoingmedication Formsareavailableintheschooloffice
Notifying the School about Health Conditions
There are some health conditions parents should discusswithschoolleaders,sothatwemaycollaborateto in our shared mission to ensure the child flourishes.Whenchildrenhaveconditionsthatinvolvelong-term treatment (such as cancer), daily monitoring of vital metrics (such as diabetes), or symptoms that may affect student life (such as severe allergies and asthma),itcanbeimportantforteachersandschoolleaders to be aware of their students’ situations so that they can fully support them Othertimes,parentsmayjust want to make the school aware of health conditions; for example, it canbeimportantforschoolleadersto beawareofstudentswhohavecompromisedimmunesystemsorseverefoodallergies
Pregnancy
We believe in the value and dignity of each human life We are better together: a student who becomes pregnant willnotautomaticallybedismissedfromschool.Ifastudentbecomespregnantorparticipatesina pregnancy,parentsshouldnotifytheschoolleader
A complete copy of the Pregnancy Policy is available in the principal's office
Screenings
The school provides periodic vision and hearing assessments, height and weight measurements and screening for posture conditions toprovideearlyscreeningsforimportantconditionsthatcanaffectstudent learning Parentsarenotifiedwhenfurtheractionisrecommended
Lunch
At Archbishop Lyke Catholic School, all of our children willreceivehealthybreakfastandluncheachday of the 2022-2023 school year at no charge to your household No action is required of you There are no feesandnoneedtosubmitanapplication
Students may also bring their lunch from home Refrainfromsendinginfoodordrinkin glasscontainers, fastfood,carbonatedbeveragesandcandytoschool
SeparatingfromtheArchbishopLykeSchoolCommunity
We believe that every child is made for greatness in the image and likeness of God We expect thatallof our students willgraduatefromArchbishopLykeCatholicSchool,thoughwerecognizethattherearesome circumstances that may arise which lead to the departure of some children from our community Please know that we believe that every child and parent who enters our community remains always a part ofthe Archbishop Lyke family, and we commit to keeping all of our students presentandpast,includingthose who have left our school for any reason close in prayer every day when we gather as a community in prayer
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Dismissal
The education of astudentisapartnershipamongtheparents,thestudent,andtheschool Therearecertain circumstances that requirethatourschoolleadersexercisetheirrighttorequirethewithdrawalofastudent When school leaders determine, in conversationwithPartnershipnetworkleaders,thatthebestwayforthe school community and the student to flourish moving forwardisforthestudentandtheschooltoseparate, theleaderswillrequireparentstowithdrawfromtheschool
Withdrawal/Transfer
If a parentchoosestowithdrawastudentfromschool,weaskfamiliestoprovidetheschoolwith24-hours’ notice before the effective date of withdrawal. Upon notification, the school will provide a release of information form for the parent to sign Parents will also receive a withdrawal form and the child’s latest report card to take to the child'snewschool.Parentswillbenotifiedofanyoutstandingbalancesontuition orfees,whichmustbepaid
The new school will request copies of permanent records, test scores,andhealthrecordsfromArchbishop Lyke Catholic School directly. Records will not begiventoparents.Academicrecordswillnotbereleased untilanyoutstandingfinancialobligationstoArchbishopLykearemet
Transportation
Walkers
Crossing guards are posted by the traffic lights closest to the school. Students must cross streets at lights and/or crosswalks When doing so, students must obey the instructions of the crossing guards Student shouldwalkwithcautioninthestreetandshouldneverrunoutfrombetweenparkedormovingcars.
Students represent our school community on their waytoandfromArchbishopLyke.Pushing,roughplay, running,orthrowingobjects(includingsnowballs)areprohibitedontheirwaytoschoolandhome
Car Riders
Students being dropped off or picked up must waitfortheinstructionofastaffmembertoexitorenterthe car safely Students remaining at school after 15 minutes will be sent to adesignatedroomwhereaparent will have to come to the office and ask for their child A fee of $5willbeassessed,payableatthetimeof pickup
School Bus Riders
Students are to represent theArchbishopLykecommunityandliveourbeliefsandvaluesonthebusjustas they do at school. At dismissal, students should proceed to their bus in a way that does not disrupt the school community Students are responsible for adhering to bus safety regulations established by the individual school districts. Students who do not meet behavior expectations on the bus may lose the privilegeofbustransportation
Bus Safety Rules
● Followalldirectionsfromthebusdriver.
● Stayinseatsandkeepaislesandexitsclear
● Keepallpartsofbodyinsidethebus
● Noshoving,throwingofobjects,pushing,obscenelanguageorfighting
● Leave or board thebusathis/herdesignatedlocationunlesshe/shehasparentalandadministrative approval
A bus driver may never be distracted Each bus driver will review bus safety rules and procedures with students on his or her bus. The same expectations in the classroomapplytothebus. Studentsmustlisten to and respond to all instructions from the driver promptly and respectfully Bus violations may result in
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detention, extended detention or suspensionfromthebus Suspensionfromtheschoolbusdoesnotexcuse thestudentfromattendingschool
VisitorstotheSchool
Allvisitorstotheschoolbuilding,atanytimeduringtheday,mustreporttotheschooloffice.
Weather-RelatedSchoolClosure
In the event of severe weatherconditionsand/oremergencythatwouldrequiretheschooltobeclosed,you willreceiveatextthroughtheschool’stextnotificationsystem
Archbishop Lyke Catholic School closes whenever the Cleveland Public Schoolscloseforweatherrelated reasons We may also choose to close independently Please listen to major Cleveland TV stations for schoolclosingwhenweatherisquestionable Pleasedonotcalltheschool
Section4:SchoolPolicies
ChildProtection
The dignity of every child is sacred. The flourishing of each child is our mission, and keeping your child safe is paramounttous Inkeepingwiththe Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People ofthe US Congress of Catholic Bishops, our school complieswiththeStandardsofConductforMinistryandthe PolicyfortheSafetyofChildreninMattersofSexualAbuseoftheDioceseofCleveland
Child Abuse
Teachers, leaders, and all members of the Archbishop Lyke team are legally obligated to report any suspected cases of child abuse or neglect to the proper agency. In so reporting, no allegation is made against a parent or caregiver Rather, it is a judgment by the school reporter that the child may be presenting signs of abuse or neglect. This is a responsibility we take seriously, anchored in ourbeliefthat wearemadeforeachotherandourloveforeachchildinourcommunity
DressCode
We believe that we are made for greatness,andthatexcellencehappensonpurpose.Eachmorning,weask students to wear a uniform and adhere to a dress code that emphasizes their excellence, affirms their membership in our community, and ensures that they can focus on our top priority: rigorous academic instruction and human formation Our dress code removes distractions from learning and reinforces our communityidentitywhileinstillingthepridethatcomeswithbeing“dressedforsuccess”
Boys’ Uniform
K-8
Pants Blackdresspantswithbeltloops.
Notes
Pantsmustfitthewaist.Noelasticlegsorcargo pants.Jeansarenotpermitted.
Shorts Blackdresswalkingshorts PermitteduntilOctober1andafterMay1 Nocargoshorts.
Shirts White orredpoloshirt,shortorlongsleeve (3-buttons),withorwithoutschoollogo;or Whitedressshirt(withtie)
Sweaters& Sweatshirt
Solidredorblackv-necksweater,pullover, sweatervest,orcardigan,or
ABLPEsweatshirt
Belt,PEoruniformshoes,&socksrequired.
Onpolo,onlyschoollogoispermitted. Shirtsmustbetuckedinatalltimes. Longsleeveshirtsmaynotbelayeredunder shortsleeveshirts.
Nohoodies.
Tie Red,black,orcombinationofred&black Wornwithwhitedressshirt.Bowtiepermitted
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Belt (Gr 1-8)
Solidblackor brown,required. Nolargeordecorativebuckles.
Shoes Solidblackorbrownoxfordsorloafers. Shoeboots,tennisshoes,sandals,crocs,clogs, slipper-like,etc.arenotpermittedinschool. Rain/Snowbootsmaynotbeworninthe classroom.
Socks Solidblackorwhite. Mustcomeabovetheankle
Hair Hairmaynotbeworninawaythatimpedesstudentvision.Teachersorleadersmayrequestthat loosehairorbraidsbetiedback.Haircolormustbenatural.Hairstylesthatdistractfromstudent learningarenotpermitted,includingshaveddesigns.
Grooming Cologne,scentedafter-shave,andscentedhand/bodylotionorsanitizersarenotpermitted. Forolderstudents,theuseoflow-orno-odordeodorantshouldbeencouragedbyparents.
Jewelry Wristwatchesarepermitted;Smartwatchesarenotpermitted. Nootherjewelrymaybeworntoschool.
Girls’ Uniform K-3
4-8 Notes
Jumper/Skirt Plaidjumper (red/black) Plaidpleatedorkilt skirt(red/black)
Jumper&skirtspurchasedfromSchoolBelles Schoolbelles.com Schoolcode:S0256
Pants Blackdresspantswithbeltloops. Leggings,yogapants,andotherpantsmade ofstretchmaterialarenotpermitted. Decorativestitching&outsidepocketsare notpermitted.
Shorts Blackdresswalkingshorts
Tops Whiteorred poloshirt,shortorlongsleeve (3-buttons),withorwithoutschoollogo;or Whiteblouse.
Sweaters& Sweatshirts
Belt (Gr1-8)
Solidredorblackv-necksweater,pullover, sweatervest,orcardigan;or ABLPEsweatshirt
Solidblackorbrown,required.
PermitteduntilOctober1andafterMay1 Nocargoshorts. Belt,uniformshoes,&socksrequired.
Onpolo,onlyschoollogoispermitted. Shirtsmustbetuckedinatalltimes. Longsleeveshirtsmaynotbelayeredunder shortsleeveshirts.Norufflesonblouse
Nohoodies.
Nolargeordecorativebuckles.
Shoes Solidblackorbrownoxfordsorloafers. Shoeboots,tennisshoes,sandals,crocs, clogs,slipper-like,etc.arenotpermittedin school.Rain/Snowbootsmaynotbewornin theclassroom.
Socks
Solidblackorwhite.
Mustcomeabovetheankle
Hair Hairmaynotbeworninawaythatimpedesstudentvision.Teachersorleadersmayrequestthat loosehairorbraidsbetiedback.Haircolormustbenaturalandhairaccessoriesareonly permittedinnaturalorschoolcolorsandshouldnotdistractfromstudentlearning.Hairstylesthat distractfromstudentlearningarenotpermitted,includingshaveddesigns.Hairlengthmustnot exceedthestudent’swaist.
Make-up& Nails
Make-upisnotpermitted.Acrylicorotherartificialnailsortipsarenotpermitted.Studentsmay notwearnailpolishatschool.Lipglosswithcolor,glitter,orshineisnotpermitted.
Grooming Perfumeandscentedhand/bodylotionorsanitizersarenotpermitted. Forolderstudents,theuseoflow-orno-odordeodorantshouldbeencouragedbyparents.
Jewelry Earringsarelimitedtoonepairofpostearrings,whichmaynotextendbeyondtheearlobe. Watchesarepermitted;Smartwatchesarenotpermitted. Nootherjewelrymaybeworntoschool
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PE Dress Code
The PE uniform consists of ABL t-shirts and shorts in the fall and spring and ABL sweatshirts and sweatpants in the winter Gym shoes are to be white, red, black, gray, or a combination of any of those colors PEuniformsmustbepurchasedfromtheschool
Dress-Down Dress Code
On occasion, studentswillbepermittedtodressoutofuniformtocelebrateasacommunity.Onthesedays, clothing choices should continue to reflect our beliefs that we are all made in the image and likeness of God, that we are made for greatness, and that we are always learning. On these out-of-uniform days, student attire must remain modest and aligned with our core values of integrity, humility, hard work, and service. Clothing should never distract from student learning or conflict with the beliefs or values of the school in either message or style In particular, studentsarenotpermittedtowearclothingthatisrippedor torn, shorts that do not extend at least to the student’s fingertipswhenstanding,orclothingwithmessages promoting drugs, alcohol, smoking, weapons, gangs, or violence For safety, open-toe and backless shoes are not permitted. School leaders may ask students to put on a spare uniform on a dress-down dayifthey determineastudent’sclothingchoiceisnotconsistentwithschoolbeliefsandvalues
Additional Dress Code Notes:
Uniformslookalike!Pleaseputyourchild’snameonuniforms.
Schooluniformsshouldbeneat,cleanandthepropersize.
Shirts worn under uniform must be white. If the blouse or polo is short sleeve, then the white shirt underneathmustbeshortsleeve
Studentsmaynotcarrypurses/smallbackpacksinschool
Snow and rain boots may not be worn in the classrooms If a student wears boots to school, he/she must changeintouniformshoesbeforecomingintotheclassroom
Determinations regarding students meeting dresscodeexpectationsaremadebyArchbishopLykeCatholic Schoolleaders,teachers,andstaff.
BehaviorExpectations
Guiding Beliefs
“See everything, overlook a great deal, correct alittle”ThesewordsofSaintPopeJohnthe23rd remindus that the work of formation is to pay attention to our mistakes, forgivethem,andextendgracetoourselves and those in our community who are working tomeetourexpectations Wearemadeforgreatness,butwe are not there yet, and while children are in the process of formation, there will be timeswhentheydonot meet expectations Our Catholic worldview holds that wecanalwaysgetbetter,soweseestudentfailures toliveuptoexpectationsasopportunitiesforlearningandgrowth.
All actionstakenonthepartofthefacultyandstafftoaddressfailurestomeetexpectationsshallbealigned with our belief that each student is made in the image and likeness of God The goals of any disciplinary actions are tohelpstudentstolearnself-discipline,whichstrengthensandpromotesthevaluesincorporated inourCatholicfaithcommunity Astheschoolbuildscommunity,itdevelopsinstudentstheawarenessthat sensible rulesservetosafeguardtheindividual'sfreedomandprovideanatmosphereconducivetolearning. Ourdisciplinarymeasureshaveastheirendtheflourishingofthehumanpersonincommunity
By enrolling a child in this school, the parent agrees to supporttherulesthattheschoolidentifiesas criticalinthespiritual,academic,andcharactergrowthofthechild.
Our Approach
Teacher set expectations for behavior in their classroomsandholdstudentsaccountableforadheringtothe rituals, routines, and procedures of the daily life of the school day When students do not meet these
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expectations, disciplinary situations typically minor and easily redirected or corrected arise Teachers handle disciplinary situations with students directly for most classroom disruptions (ie, not coming prepared to class; not being in the complete schooluniform;notcompletingassignedhomework;speaking out in class, being off-task, minor verbal disputes with other classmates; etc) If a situation escalates, teachers will notify parents of classroom problemsandaskforhelptoensurethatinappropriatebehavioris modified
We encourage teachers to use the least invasive interventions to redirect student behavior to refocus on learning as much as possible. When students do not meet classroom behavior expectations, teachers and students are encouraged to consider the situation with a growth mindset, and the consequences should be considered opportunities to learn and grow and should be appropriate to the situation. We believe every minute matters, and student learning is our priority, so students are sent out of class as a result of not meetingbehaviorexpectationsonlyasalastresort.
School leaders will consider each case individually to determine how best to respond to support the student’sgrowthandthecapacityfortherestoftheclasstolearn
Progressive Approach
We employ a progressive discipline system which allows students who do not meet expectations for behavior in minor ways to learn from mistakes, shift course, and avoid severe sanctions. Repeated violations incur increasinglysevereconsequences,whicheventuallymayincursuspensionfromschoolora requesttowithdrawfromtheschoolcommunity.
In all in-class behavior situations, the goal is to return all students to learning as quickly as possible. Teachers will employtheleastinvasiveinterventionwheneverpossibletoredirectin-classbehaviorbackto student learning. A teacher may first approach a student a non-verbal cue, and then offer a private verbal warning Public verbal warnings may be followed by consequences such as loss of minor privileges –portions of recess, for example As situations progress, teachers may call home later in the day, issue an after-school detention, and eventually, if needed to resume teaching and learning, refer the student to the principal Parentconferencesmayberequestedinseriouscases
Teachers are never permitted to use corporal punishment with any child Perceived acts of corporal punishmentshouldbereportedtotheprincipaloftheschoolimmediatelybystudentsand/orparents
Consequences & Processes
Most behavior incidents are handled in the classroom, by teachers, according to procedures, policies, and expectations established by the classroom teacher There are, however, some school-wide procedures, policies, and expectations to help all of our students learn to meet expectationsandgrowwhentheymake mistakes
Students are expected to meet the expectations for behavior of their classroom teacher and other expectationsthroughouttheschoolday.Theseexpectationsincludebutarenotlimitedto:
● Followingallteacherandschoolleaderdirections.
● Meeting all classroom expectations set by the teacher (ie, raise hand before speaking,remainin seatunlessgivenpermissiontogetup,keepvoiceatwhisperlevelduringpair-shareactivity,etc)
● Takingpropercareofbooks,desks,andotherschoolproperty
● Participatingactivelyinclass,assemblies,andreligiousactivities
● Demonstratingrespectandreverenceatprayerandliturgies.
● Adheringtothedresscode
● Ensuring thatlearningismaximizedforallotherstudentsinyourclassroomandothersbymeeting expectationsinclassrooms,hallways,bathrooms,andstairways.
● Beingonlyinlocationswherethestudenthaspermissiontobe.
● Eatingfoodonlywherepermitted
● Usingappropriatelanguageatalltimes
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● Takingsafetydrillsseriously.
● Seeing God’s face in all people, and treating teachers, aides, staff, school leaders, and other studentswithdignity
● Returningsignedbehaviornotificationstoschoolpromptly
● Interactingandplayingsafelyintheclassroom,ontheplaygroundandinthegym.
● Beingfriendlyandpatientatalltimes,andkeepingyourhandsandfeettoyourself
Some classroom or schooldisciplineissueswillbereferredbyteachersorstaffmemberstoschoolleaders Thesewouldincludechronicproblemsmeetingtheexpectationslistedaboveormajorproblemssuchas:
● Severebehaviorthatdisruptsstudentlearning
● Chroniclateness
● Severeverbalabuseordisrespect
● Fightingorviolentbehavior
● Physical,sexual,orverbalharassmentorbullyingofafellowstudentorteacher/staffmember
● Theftorvandalism
● Possessionofdrugs,drugparaphernalia,cigarettes,alcohol,dangerousitemsoraweapon
Behavior Contracts
To support students who struggle chronically to meet behavior expectations, school leaders and teachers may develop behavior contracts The goal of a behavior contract is to create aclearplanforimprovement and to provide students with support to build healthy habits to fully participate in and contribute to our learningcommunity
If the behavior contract is not successful, it may lead to suspension or separation from the school Some actions,includingbutnotlimitedto,fightingorthreats,maywarrantimmediatebehaviorcontracts.
Suspension or expulsion
Removingastudentfromtheclassroom,eithertemporarilyorpermanently,isreservedforcasesthatcannot be addressed better in any another way In some cases (see “Serious Breaches of Community” below), school leaders may deem an action by a student so disruptive to the community that the only way forthe child and the school community to flourish is for both to separate via expulsion Thisdecisionistheright and responsibility of school leaders. In other cases, school leaders may determine that a temporary suspension from school is appropriate to provide time for healing orreflection Inthecaseofsuspensions, students may make up quizzes, tests andprojectsuponreturningtoschool Classworkandhomeworkmust beturnedinthedaythestudentreturns
Behavior Off-Campus
ArchbishopLykestudentsrepresenttheArchbishopLykecommunityatalltimes.Allbehaviorexpectations apply while a student is off-campus, including time spent riding on a school bus, either on a field trip or whilebeingtransportedtoorfromschool,andwhenonafieldtrip.
Serious Breaches of Community
There are some incidents when actions can rupture the trust of a community, and it can take time to heal and grow There are some actions that make it difficult, and at times impossible, for a student or the communitytoflourishunlessthestudentseparatesfromtheschool.
For more serious actions that cause significant harm to the community, the student may immediately be suspendedforaperiodofonetofivedays Theseincidentsmightinclude:
● Apparentgang-relatedactivity(see Gang Policy)
● Physicalfightingandhitting
● Disrespectformembersofthecommunity
● Destructionofproperty
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● Possessionofweapons(see Weapons Policy)
● Possessionofabusivesubstances(see Substance Abuse Policy)
● Disruptionofthelearningenvironment
● Harassment(see Harassment Policy)
● Threats(see Threat Policy)
● Theft
● Dishonesty
● CyberBullying
In cases of vandalism, the parent must pay the full cost of the repairorreplacementoftheitembeforethe child may return to school. In cases of theft, the item is either returned in good condition or the cost of replacementisbornebytheparentbeforethechildcanreturntoschool
In cases where a child engages in a fight which causes injury to another child or adult, the policemaybe summoned and,then,theparentswillbenotified Likewise,thepossessionofdrugsoralcoholbyachildis reported to the police The school reserves the right to request an expulsion from the Superintendent of Schoolsforsuchanoffense
In cases in which a child brings a weapon to school, the police are summoned, and then the parents are called.The school reserves the right to request expulsion by the SuperintendentofSchoolsforanyserious offense
Individual-directed threats of violence or harm communicated directly or indirectly by anymeans,aswell as building-directed threats of violence or harm communicated directly or indirectly by any means (e.g., shooting, bomb threats), or to harm students, employees, or visitors are taken seriously Uponknowledge of the threats, the principal will notify the Regional Superintendentandcalltheparents. TheOfficeofthe Superintendent will also be notified and, along with administration, will determine the course ofactionto betaken,uptoandincludingcallinglawenforcement,requiringamentalhealthreferraland/orexpulsion.
It is the expectation of this school that student behavior is exemplary both on and off school grounds. A student always represents the entire school community Therefore, the school reserves the right to discipline students for acts such as, but not limited to: stealing, fighting, vandalism, bullying or anyother type of threatening or inappropriate misconduct (personally, via telephone, or the internet) Such misconductcouldresultinpunishmentsincludingsuspensionand/orexpulsion.
Lastly, a student’s arrest for a crime, on or off of school grounds, within or beyond the vicinity of the school, at any time could result inthestudent’ssuspensionorexpulsion Convictionofacrimeonoroffof schoolgrounds,withinorbeyondthevicinityoftheschool,mayresultinexpulsion.
Discretion: Inhumility,werecognizethatwemaynotforeseeeverysituationthatmightarise.Teachersand leaders may issue detentions or other appropriate discipline measures for behaviors that are not aligned withourbeliefsorvalues,ifthosearenotspecifiedhere.
Fighting
Fighting, violent physical contact, and play fighting do not reflect our belief that we are made for each otherandwillnotbepermittedinourschool.
If a child is involved in a fight, he orshemaybesuspendedorexpelledfromschool,regardlessoftherole thestudentplayedduringthealtercation
Harassment/Bullying
Harassment is behavior that demeans, humiliates, or embarrasses another person It is typically intimidating, hostile, andoffensive Bullyingisunwanted,aggressivebehavioramongschool-agedchildren that involves a real or perceived power imbalance The Archbishop Lyke Catholic School team believes that we are made in the image and likeness of God for each other We will not tolerate harassment or
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bullying of any type, and appropriate disciplinary action will be taken when it occurs Disciplinaryaction may include suspension or expulsion No teacher or staff member will knowingly allow or participate in harassment between students or allow inappropriate conversations about students or any member of the school communitytotakeplaceinhis/herpresence Examplesofharassmentinclude,butarenotlimitedto, verbal or written taunting; bullying; offensive, intimidating, or hostile conduct; jokes, stories, pictures, cartoons, drawings or objects which offend, annoy, abuseordemeananindividualorgroup Please see the full bullying and harassment policy in the appendix
Social Media Bullying (Cyber Bullying) Policy
Bullying through social media is not permitted in our school community Threats, harassment of anysort, pictures, videos, gestures, or insinuation of these types of activities intended to offend, annoy, taunt or intimidate another student will be subjecttoimmediatedisciplinaryactionincludingexpulsion Itmayalso benecessarytoinvolvelawenforcementincertainsituations.
SexualHarassment
Sexual harassment includes, but is not limited to, the following specific instances: verbal sexual abuse; disseminating obscene or sexually explicit material, whether in the form of music, written lyrics, pornographic pictures or other literature, or having such material in ones possession in the school, on school grounds or at school-sponsored activities; obscene or sexually explicit graffiti anywhere in the school or on the school grounds; continuing and unwanted written or oral communication directed to another of a sexual nature;spreadingsexualrumors/innuendoes;obsceneT-shirts,hatsorbuttons;touching oneself sexually in front of others; obscene and/or sexually explicit gestures; and any other inappropriate behavior of asexuallyexplicitorobscenenaturethatdemeansoroffendstherecipient Theabovelistisnot meant to be all-inclusive, but is intended toprovideguidanceastowhatmayconstitutesexualharassment. Isolated, trivial incidents arenotsufficienttoconstitutesexualharassmentandwillbehandledaccordingto thestudentbehaviorcode.
A complete copy of the harassment policy can be found in the appendix
SubstanceAbuse
Substance abuse is a serious health problem and should not be taken lightly. A complete copy of the Substance Abuse Policy can be found in the appendix
Theft
We are better together, so we respect each other’s belongings While we trust our community, we discourage students from bringing expensive items of clothing or valuables to school The school is not responsibleforlostorstolenobjectsofanykind
Archbishop Lyke Catholic School may search a student's desk, handbags, book bags, purses, or person if school officialshavereasontobelievethatthestudentpossessesstolen/missingitemsoritemsthatcouldbe harmfultothemselvesorothers
We take respect foreachothers’belongingsseriously;theftisaseriousbreachofcommunitytrustthatmay requirenotificationofthepoliceandcouldresultinimmediatesuspensionorexpulsion.
Threats
Eachchildismadeforgreatness Threatsofbodilyharmtoselforothersaretakenseriously Studentswho becomeawareofathreatshouldreportittoanadultimmediately.Studentswhothreatenharmtofellow students,teachers,leaders,themselves,orothersgravelydisruptcommunitytrust Theiractionsmay warrantnotificationofthepoliceandcouldresultinimmediatesuspensionorexpulsion. A complete copy of the threat policy can be found in the appendix
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Weapons
Archbishop Lyke Catholic School provides a safe, secure educational environment for student learning
Students who bring or threaten to bring weapons to school break the community trust and are subject to disciplinary action Their actions may warrant notification of the police and could result in immediate suspensionorexpulsion. A complete copy of the Weapons Policy can be found in the Appendix
Section5:SchoolPrograms,Activities,&GeneralInformation
Assemblies
Educational and cultural assemblies covering such areas as science, music, art, drama, self-esteem, safety and health are offered throughout the year Grant money and fund-raising profits are usedtopayforthese opportunities.
Studentsmaybeaskedtocontributeasmallfeefortransportation
After-SchoolActivities
A variety of after-school activities are offered each year Students may not be unsupervised on school grounds or in the building while waitingforrides StudentlearningisthefirstpriorityatArchbishopLyke; students may not be permitted to participated in after-school activities until their conduct and academic performancemeetsexpectations
Birthdays
Students may celebrate their birthdays at school by dressing up or down Refer to the Dress Down Dress Code policy. In accordance with the State of Ohio’s Wellness, Food, and BeveragePolicy,birthdaytreats arenotpermitted Yourchild’steacherwillprovideinformationregardingbirthdaycelebrations
FieldTrips
Field trips can be opportunities to deepen student learning outside the classroom. They are arranged occasionally during the schoolyear–ourgoalisonefieldtripperclassperyear–toprovidenewexperiences and enrichment and are supervised by teachers, aides and parent volunteers. Notificationofaforthcoming trip, fees, and transportation information will be sent home prior to the field trip date Parentsmustsigna diocesan permissionslipbeforeanychildmayleavecampus.Permissionmustbeinwritingandmaynotbe given over the telephone When we leave campus, we representtheArchbishopLykeCatholiccommunity to all of Cleveland, and all expectations for student conduct and engagement remain the same as in the classroom Students who do not meet conduct expectations in the classroom may not be permitted to representtheArchbishopLykecommunityonfieldtrips.
Ordinarily, students are transported to and from field trips by bus. In specialcaseswhencarsareused,the driversarerequiredtoprovideacopyoftheirdriver'slicense Vehiclesmusthaveseatbeltsforeachchild
SafetyDrills
Fire, tornado, and lockdown drills are conducted throughout the school year. Students are expected to moveSILENTLYthroughthedrillandfollowalldirectionsoftheadultsincharge
StudentCouncil
Leadership,ChristianserviceandresponsiblecitizenshipareimportantfruitsofCatholiceducation.Student Councilgivesstudentsanopportunitytouseanddeveloptheskillstheyarelearningintheclassroomandto develop a sense of responsibility for their school community.Electedofficersleadthestudentsinavariety ofservice-centeredandspirit-buildingactivitiesthroughouttheyear
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StudentRecognition
At Archbishop Lyke, teachers andstaffmembersrecognizestudentswhodemonstrateourChristianvalues, live out our root beliefs, display outstanding effort, and excelinacademics.Studentswillberecognizedin waysthatareageandgradeappropriate
Valuables
Unless needed for a specific reason, money or valuables should never be brought to school The school assumes no responsibility foranyoftheseitemsthatarebroughttoschooliftheyarelost,loaned,damaged orstolen
Phones/Electronics Policy
The office telephone may beusedonlyincasesofemergencysuchassickness. Nostudentwillbeallowed to call home because he/she forgotlunch,books,homework,gymclothes,etc Glassesandmedicinearean exception.
Cell phonesandelectronicdevicesarenotallowedtobeusedwhileonschoolproperty.Smartwatchesmay not be worn Students may bring devices to school at theparent’s discretion and risk Devices must be turned offduring the school day and given to the student’s teacher upon arrival. Deviceswillbekeptina designated locked area Devices that are notturned in and are seen or heardwillbeconfiscated,andwill be released for a fee of $5.00. The second timeadeviceisconfiscated(andeachtimethereafter)a$10.00 fee will be assessed and the parent will be called in for a conference The school is not responsible for broken,lost,misplaced,orstolendevicesthatareinthepossessionofthestudent.
Appendix Emergency/CrisisPlan
Our team has prepared to ensure your child’s safety while in school. The school’s Emergency and Crisis Planshavebeenreviewedandupdatedforthecurrentschoolyear
Students will also participate in the ALICE(Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, Evacuate)Training: Instructor led activities to provide preparation andaplanforindividualsandorganizationsonhowtomore proactivelyhandlethethreatofanaggressiveintruderoractiveshooterevent
Family/CustodialSituations
Archbishop Lyke School serves a number of children experiencing transitions in parental custodial relationships For this reason, it is necessary to clarify and restate the usual procedures followed by the administrationandfacultywhenworkingwithparentsinsuchsituations.
In two-parent families it is assumed that both parents are living at the same address unless we have been notified otherwise Archbishop Lyke School personnel will, therefore, send home notices, communications,etc,withthechild Itisassumedthatbothparentsarecommunicatingregardingthechild and that all information is shared byandbetweentheparents Thisinformationincludes,butisnotlimited to, conference appointments, report cards, mid-quarters, discussions with school personnel, and tuition statements
In families experiencingseparationofparents,orpendingdivorce,theaboveinformationwillbesenthome with the child to whichever parent currently has care of the child It is assumed that this information is shared by the parents and between the parents. Since this situation frequently impacts on a child’s achievement and interactions at school, parents are askedtoinformtheprincipalandteacherofthisfactso that appropriate support can be given tothechild. Schoolpersonnelcannotproceedonhearsay,rumors,or demandsofaparent,butonlywiththeappropriatedocumentationdetailedbelow
In cases of an actual divorce decree involving clear custody by one parent, the principalistobeinformed bythecustodialparentofthisfact. Acopyoftheentiredecreebearingthecasenumber,thepagesreferring
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to custody and the relationship with the school, and the final page bearing the judge’s signature are to be submitted to the principal Unless the decree indicates otherwise, school communications will be sent home to the custodial parent Custodialparentsshouldunderstand,however,thatunlessthedivorcedecree specifically limits the non-custodial parent’s right to access to records,thenon-custodialparenthasaright to the same access as the custodial parent Wewill,unlessinstructedbyaCourtOrder,showrecordsupon request to the non-custodial parent The custodial parent is asked to cooperate with the school in sharing with the non-custodial parent, daily classwork and papers as well as routine communications sent to the homeoftheresidence Thisavoidstime-consumingduplicationofservices
Unless restricted by Court Order, any non-custodial parent has the right to attend any school activity of theirchild,whichincludessportsactivitiesandclassprograms. Parentsshouldkeepeachotherinformedas to these activities to avoid duplication of communications and to allow the school to better attend to the dutyofteachingtheirchildren.
In cases of “joint custody” (shared parenting agreements) entitlingbothparentsaccesstoschoolpersonnel and activities, it is assumed that one copy of communications and information will be sent homewiththe childandthatthiswillbesharedbyandbetweentheparents.
Regardingparentconferencesinallcustodysituations: itispreferredandwillbethegeneralprocedurethat one conference appointment be scheduled “jointly” if both parents wish to be present It is assumed that parents are able to set aside their differences and to cometogetheronbehalfoftheirchildforthistime. A joint conference further ensures that bothparentsaregiventhesameinformation,atthesametime,thereby avoidingmisunderstandingandmisinterpretation.
In cases where joint conferences are clearly neither possible nordesirablebyallpartiesinvolved,alternate arrangements may be discussed with the principal, subject to the approval of both parents, and further reviewed by Archbishop Lyke School’s legal counsel. Every effort will be made to keep communication open with both parents while at the same time avoiding duplication of servicesandexcessivedemandson theteacher’stime
Visitationbythenon-custodialparentmaynottakeplaceatschool
If therearequestionsconcerningthisre-statementofproceduresorcircumstancesyoufeelnecessitateother arrangements,pleasecontacttheprincipalpersonally
Harassment&BullyingPolicy
Harassment is behavior that demeans, humiliates, or embarrasses another person It is typically intimidating, hostile, andoffensive Bullyingisunwanted,aggressivebehavioramongschool-agedchildren that involves a real or perceived power imbalance The Archbishop Lyke Catholic School team believes that we are made in the image and likeness of God for eachother Weteachthesanctityofhumanlifeand the inherent dignity of the human person Therefore,wearefirmlycommittedtoprovidingasafe,positive learning and working environment for everyone in the school. For this reason, and in keeping with the goals and objectives of Catholic education, Archbishop Lyke School expressly prohibits all bullying and harassment, sexual harassment, and sexual violence in the school environment. This policyreemphasizes thepersonaldignityoftheindividualandfosterspositivesexualattitudesandrespectforothers
Bullying
Harassment, intimidation,orbullyingbehaviorbyanystudent/schoolpersonnelinArchbishopLykeSchool is strictly prohibited, and such conduct may result in disciplinary action, including suspension and/or expulsion from school Harassment, intimidation, or bullying, in accordance with House Bill 276, is prohibited, which includes any intentional written, verbal, graphicorphysicalactsincludingelectronically transmitted acts ie, internet, cell phone, personal digital assistant (PDA), or wireless hand-held device, either overt or covert, by a student or group of students toward other students/school personnel with the intent to harass, intimidate, injure, threaten, ridicule or humiliate Such behaviors are prohibited on or
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immediately adjacent to school grounds, at any school-sponsored activity, on school-provided transportationoratanyofficialschoolbusstop
Sexual Harassment
For the purposes of this policy, sexual harassment includes, but is not limited to, the following specific instances: verbal; obscene or sexually explicit graffiti anywhere in the school or on the school grounds; continuing an unwantedwrittenoranyotherinappropriatebehaviorofasexuallyexplicitorobscenenature that demeans or offends the recipient The above list is not meant to be all-inclusive, but is intended to provideguidanceastowhatmayconstitutesexualharassment
Allegations of sexual harassment are to be reported to the teacher and the principal Parents of both the offender and the victim will be informed of the allegations The matter is to be kept confidential by all parties involved and everyeffortwillbemadetoprotecttheallegedvictimfromretaliation Theparentsof boththeoffenderandthevictimareobligatedtocooperateinremedyingthesituation.
If all the allegations are substantiated, disciplinary action will be taken. These will depend onthenature, frequency and severity of the action, the ages of the offender and victim, the history of similaractionsby this individual, and the circumstancesinwhichtheharassmentoccurred. Possibledisciplinaryactionsmay include,butarenotlimitedto,anyorallofthefollowing:
● Verbalwarning/reprimandandapologytothevictim
● Aparent/student/principalconference
● Writtenwarning/reprimandandparentnotification,enteredinthe
● student’sfile
● Detentionorremovalfromselectedschoolactivitiesand/orextracurricular
● activities
● Behavior/probationcontracts,possiblyrequiringprofessionalintervention.
● Suspension
● Expulsion
Sexual Violence
Some acts of sexual harassment are also criminal in nature If an incident or sexual violence occurs, the principal, director, or other school authority is required under state law to report the incident (O.R.C. 2151421) The Department of Children Services and the police will be contacted immediately if thereis any knowledgeorsuspicion(O.R.C,2151.421)thatsexualabuseofviolencehasoccurredinvolvingachild lessthaneighteenyearsofage
Generally sexual harassment should be construed as sexual violence when: the recipient is physically touched without his/her consent in a sexual manner; is expressly threatened or perceives a threat of physical harm for purposes of the offender’s sexual gratification: or is the victim of sex offenses under Ohio law including Gross Sexual Imposition (O.R.C, 2907.05) Sexual Battery (O.R.C, 2907.03), Rape (ORC, 290702), Importuning(ORC,290707),Voyeurism (ORC,290708), PublicIndecency(ORC, 2709.09) or Felonious Sexual Penetration (O.R.C, 2907.12), as examples. In eachoftheaboveexamples, theDepartmentofChildrenServicesandthepolicewillbecontactedimmediately
Searches of School Property
All property of the school, including students’desksandlockersaswellastheircontents,maybesearched or inspected at any time without notice. School personnel have an unrestricted right to search these structures as well as any containers, book bags, purses or articles of clothing that are left unattended on schoolproperty.
Searches of Students’ Person and Personal Property
The search of a student’s person or handbag currently being carried is permissible when there is any suspicion that the student may be carryingcontraband Contraband,forpurposeshere,shallinclude,butis
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not limited to, any weapon, illegal drug, drug paraphernalia, or other item, the possession of which is prohibitedbylaworbyschoolproperty
GangsPolicy
Youthgangsandgang-relatedactivityareprohibited Agangisdefinedasanynon-schoolsponsoredgroup, usuallysecretand/orexclusiveinmembership,whosepurposeorpracticesincludeunlawfulorantisocial behaviororanyactionthatthreatensthewelfareofothers Gangactivityincludes:"recruitment", "initiation",amannerofgrooming,hairstyleand/orwearingofclothing,jewelry,headcoverings,or accessorieswhichbyvirtueofcolor,arrangement,trademarkorotherattributedenotesmembershipina gang,displayinggangmarkingsorslogansonschoolorpersonalpropertyorclothing,havinggangtattoos, possessingliteraturethatindicatesgangmembership,fighting,assault,hazing,extortion,establishingturf, useofhandsignals,gangvocabularyandnicknames,possessionofbeepersorcellularphones,possession ofweaponsorexplosivematerials,possessionofalcohol,drugs,ordrugparaphernalia,attendanceat functionssponsoredbyagangorknowngangmembers,exhibitingbehaviorfittingpoliceprofilesof gang-relateddrugdealing,beingarrestedorstoppedbypolicewithaknowngangmember,sellingor distributingdrugsforaknowngangmember,helpingaknowngangcommitacrime,oranyotheraction directlyresultingfrommembershiporinterestinagang.
Ifastudentissuspectedoridentifiedasbeingamemberofagang,showsinterestinjoiningagang, initiatesorparticipatesinanygang-relatedactivity,orhasbeenapproachedforrecruitment,anyorallof thefollowingstepsmaybetaken:
1. Parents/guardianswillbecontactedimmediatelyandappropriateinterventioninitiated.
2. Abehaviorcontractwillbepreparedstatingtheconditionsforthestudentremainingintheschool
3. Studentsmaybereferredtocounseling(personaland/orfamily)
4. Students may be referred to the Department of Children Services or other welfare or child-care agenciesoftherespectivecounty
5. Students may be referred to outside agencies or programs for treatmentwhenuseofdrugsand/or alcoholisinvolved.
6. Police, Juvenile Court and other appropriate authorities will be notified of violenceand/orillegal activities.
7. Studentsmaybesuspendedand/orexpelledasalreadyoutlinedintheschooldisciplinepolicies.
8. Parents/studentswillbeheldliableandfinanciallyresponsibleforallformsofvandalism
Realizing that gang activity is a community concern; communication will be maintained with the police department and public school officials on all matters related to gang activity within this community Involvement and jurisdiction of school authorities in gangrelatedincidentsoccurringoutsidetheschoolor off school/parish property will be determined in cooperationwithdiocesanlegalauthoritiesandthepolice, andwilltakeintoconsiderationthenatureoftheincident,thesafetyofthestudent,theeffectoftheincident onotherstudents,andthegoodorderandfunctioningoftheschool
RelatedPolicies:
Inordertopreventtheonsetofgangrelatedactivity,thefollowingrelatedpolicieswillbestrictlyenforced:
1. DresscodeanduniformpolicyasdefinedintheSchoolHandbook
2. DisciplinepoliciesandconsequencesasdefinedintheSchoolHandbook
3. The right of school authorities to search student desks andpersonalproperty,ifsuspicionofgang involvementexists.
4. Policies and procedures relative to scheduling, supervision and attendance at school sponsored events, held during the school day, in the evening or on weekends, whether held on school propertyoratotherpublicfacilities
5. Policies and procedures established relative to participationinandattendanceatschoolsponsored athleticfunctionswhetherheldonschoolpropertyoratotherpublicfacilities
1. Insistence on parent cooperation in not permitting children to host/attend unsupervised parties or activities
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GangPrevention
In order to assist students in the development of positive self-esteem, decision-making skills, and social values,educationalprogramsandactivitieswillbeprovidedasjudgedappropriatebytheprincipal
SubstanceAbusePolicy
Alcohol and drug abuse isaseriousproblem,whichdoesnotrespectanygrouporage,andthedependency stages of alcohol and drug abuse is a treatable illness. Health and social problems of youth are primarily theresponsibilityofthefamily
As educators in the Church, we, in an effort to provide a drug-free environment, call ourselves to charity and compassion forthesick,andconcernforeachstudent Wealsorecognizethatwehaveanobligationto the commonaswellastheindividualwelfareofourstudentsandeducators,andthatasafeenvironmentfor learning must be provided Alcoholandotherdrug-relatedactivityendangerstheabilitytolearnandteach, disrupts classrooms, threatens safety, contributes to a climate of fear and disregard for authority, and may put non-users at risk ofbeinginvolvedinillegalacts Preventionprogramshavebeen,andwillcontinueto be,implementedatallgradelevels
It is forbidden for any student to manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess, transmit, use or be under the influence of, in the school setting or at any school-sponsored or school-related event, any alcoholic substance, any intoxicating, visual or mental altering chemical or substance, or any narcotic drug, hallucinogenic drug, amphetamine, barbiturate, marijuana, tobacco, or any other controlled substance, or look-a-like drug, as defined by Federal orOhiolaworrule. Schoolsettingincludesanyschoolbuildingor any school premises; any vehicle used to transport students to and from school, and school activities off school property during any school-sponsored or school approvedactivity,eventorfunction,suchasafield triporathleticevent,wherestudentsareunderthejurisdictionoftheschool
Students whoviolatethispolicywillbesubjecttodisciplinaryproceduresthatmayresultinexpulsionfrom school. While each student is expected to comply with the school’s standards for performance, school authorities may hold penalties in abeyance if students and their parents/legal guardians demonstrate willingness to seek appropriate counseling/assistance Where violations of the law are involved,thelocal PoliceDepartmentwillbenotified
Adults, in the presence of our students at school or at any school-sponsored event when students are present, may not use alcoholic beverages or illegal drug type substances or look-a-like controlled substances. ArchbishopLykeSchoolwillpromote,enhance,andmaintainadrug-freeenvironmentthrough preventionprogramsandenforcementofthedrugandalcoholpolicy
ThreatPolicy
Any and all student threats to inflict any harm to self orotherswillbetakenseriously Consequenceswill reflecttheageofthestudentandseverityofthethreat
Ifathreatoccurs:
1. Whoeverhearsthethreatshouldreportitimmediatelytotheprincipal
2. Policemaybenotifiedimmediately.
3. Thestudentmaybekeptintheprincipal’sofficeundersupervisionuntilthepolicearrive.
4. Theparent/guardianofthestudentwhohasmadethethreatshallbenotifiedimmediately.
5. Any adult or the parent/guardian of any students who have been verbally mentioned as potential victimsorlistedinwritingaspotentialvictimsshallbenotifiedimmediately.
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6. The student may be suspended and not be considered for readmission to school until a comprehensive mental health evaluation/risk assessment has been conducted by a psychiatrist/psychologist (PhD) If a psychiatrist performs the primary evaluation, he/she shall determine the necessity to utilize a psychologist (Ph.D.) for psychological consultation and/or testing If a psychologist (PhD) performstheprimaryevaluation,he/shedeterminestheneedfor psychiatricconsultation. TheevaluationshallcomplywiththeprovisionsofORC2305.51.
Theprincipalshallprovidethementalhealthcareprofessional(psychiatristand/orPhD psychologist)with all relevant facts, including, but not limited to, aggressive behavior, details of the threat as known to the principal, copies of any drawings or writings, disciplinary history of the student,behavioralconcerns,and thenamesofanyknownvictimsorpotentialvictims
The principal shall receive a written comprehensive, detailed evaluation and report and a documented treatment plan in accordance with Ohio Revised Code 230551 from the mental health care professionals stating the basis (factual and risk factorsandtestingresults)uponwhichhe/shedeterminedthatthestudent is not/does not pose a danger to self or others The report shall also address the concerns raised by the principal to the mental health care professional. The evaluation and report shall be made available to the principal who will share them with legaland/ormentalhealthcareconsultantsandadministrationassisting theprincipalinhis/hereducationregardingthereadmissionofthestudenttoschool.
The mental health care professional (psychiatrist and/or Ph.D. psychologist) shall provide a follow-up assessment of the student within 30 days, if the student is readmitted to school and shall provide the principal with a copy of the follow-up assessment and/or evaluation and shall inform the principal if therapy,counselingand/ortreatmentwillbeneededand/orprovided
● Counseling should be made available to students who are victims of the threatening behavior or who observed the threatening behavior if it is determined that such counseling is needed and parentalpermissionisgranted
● Documentations from thementalhealthcareprofessionalsconcerninganystudentaretobeplaced in a separate, confidential file and should not be a part of thestudent’sacademic/disciplinaryfile with access only by the principal This documentation may be kept for a period of one year beyond the time when the student leaves the school as a result of expulsion, withdrawal by parent/guardian,graduationornon-readmissionbeforebeingdestroyed
WeaponsPolicy
ArchbishopLykeCatholicSchoolstrivestoprovideasafe,secureeducationalenvironmentthatis conducivetolearning Therefore,weaponsandotherprohibitedobjectssuchasanyfirearms,knives, explosivesorobjectsdesignedtoexpelair/gasprojectiles,incendiarydevices,anytoyor"lookalike" weapon,oranyobjectusedtoinflictharmorusedinadangerousmannerareexpresslyprohibitedat ArchbishopLykeCatholicSchool.Nostudentmayhavepossessionofaweaponorotherprohibitedobject onschoolgrounds,duringorimmediatelybeforeorafterschoolhours;onschoolgroundsatanyothertime whentheschoolisbeingusedbyagroup;offschoolgroundsorwhileinanyplaceorlocationforthe purposeoforrelatedtoattendanceataschoolsponsoredactivity,functionorevent;onaschoolbusor vehicle;oratanyothertimewhenthestudentissubjecttothesupervisionoftheschooloridentifiableasa ArchbishopLykeCatholicSchoolstudentinsomeothersetting Violationsofthispolicyaresubjectto disciplinaryactionandmaywarrantnotificationofthepolice,immediatesuspensionorexpulsion.
ArchbishopLykeCatholicSchoolmaysearchastudent'sdesk,handbags,bookbags,purses,orpersonif schoolofficialshavesuspicionthatthestudentpossessesaweaponorotherprohibitedobject
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Conclusion
The Archbishop Lyke Catholic School leadership team has attempted to be thorough in providing the information in this Handbook Werecognizethatitisnotpossibletoforeseeeveryeventuality Therefore, in all matters, the judgement and decisions oftheschoolleaderswillbefinal. Thegreatestopportunityfor growth and maturity of students comes from cooperation among the school, parents, and students Consistent with this philosophy, parents and students will participate in any decision as far as, in the judgement of the School Administration, it is practicable A student’s enrollment at Archbishop Lyke Catholic School constitutes his/her and his/her parents’ acceptance of the termssetforthinthisHandbook and in any subsequent updates or additions Parents and students are required to sign a yearly contract stating that they agree toupholdthepoliciesfoundinthisHandbook,andallotherdecisionsofArchbishop LykeCatholicSchoolleaders
Archbishop Lyke Family Handbook
Last Updated July 2022
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