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NEW PARENT GUIDE

2021-22

FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL Dear New Parents, Welcome to The Regis School of the Sacred Heart! It is an honor and a privilege to have you join our community. We are so pleased that you have chosen a Regis education for your son for the upcoming school year. Sacred Heart schools around the globe believe in educating all aspects of a child’s development with the Five Goals of the Sacred Heart—faith, intellect, service, community and maturity— serving as the foundation for everything we do. There is a lot to learn as you and your son prepare for a new school year at Regis, so we offer this guide as a way to assist you in your transition. Our community is a warm and welcoming one, and we stand ready to help with any and all of your questions. In this guide, you will find more information about the Five Goals, Sacred Heart traditions, general campus information, expectations and much more. Be sure to check out our event list—there will be plenty of opportunities next school year for you to get to know your fellow parents and for your sons to make new friendships that will last a lifetime. I look forward to getting to know you, your son and your family. Please do not hesitate to reach out if I can be of any assistance at any time. Sincerely,

Dennis P. Phillips Head of School

GOAL I: FAITH

A personal and active faith in God.

GOAL II: INTELLECT

A deep respect for intellectual values.

GOAL III: SERVICE

A social awareness that impels to action.

GOAL IV: COMMUNITY

The building of community as a Christian value.

GOAL V: MATURITY

Personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom.

TABLE OF CONTENTS PRIMARY CONTACT LIST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 TRADITIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 CAMPUS INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 CARPOOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 CARPOOL TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 ATHLETICS PROGRAM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 REGULAR UNIFORM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 FULL DRESS UNIFORM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 MASSES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 SPIRIT DAYS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 COMMUNICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 PARENTS' ASSOCIATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 BOARD OF DIRECTORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

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PRIMARY CONTACT LIST DENNIS PHILLIPS Head of School

dphillips@theregisschool.org

SHEILA MESSINA smessina@theregisschool.org Assistant to the Head of School & Admissions Associate BETSY HURST bhurst@theregisschool.org Head of Early Childhood LAURA LOPEZ llopez@theregisschool.org Head of Lower School ADAM FARNIE afarnie@theregisschool.org Head of Middle School P.R. “MAC” MCSTRAVICK Dean of Students

pmcstravick@theregisschool.org

KIRAN ALI kali@theregisschool.org Director of Admission & Enrollment Management TARA WUTHRICH twuthrich@theregisschool.org Director of Advancement LORI PAREDES lparedes@theregisschool.org Director of Communications JACKIE OROSCO* jorosco@theregisschool.org Accounting Manager *handles accounts/tuition

SONYA GILMORE sgilmore@theregisschool.org Registrar SCOTT YOUNG syoung@theregisschool.org Facilities Director ANGELA SCOTT ascott@theregisschool.org Website Director MARY CHRISTOPHERSON, R.N. clinic@theregisschool.org Clinic

TRADITIONS

Regis is part of the Network of Sacred Heart Schools in the United States and Canada. Network schools share a strong bond and many common traditions. Regis celebrates the following Sacred Heart traditions: BIG BROTHER/LITTLE BROTHER

Boys in fifth through eighth grade are paired with boys in 3 Pre-K–first grade. The Big Brothers serve as role models for their little brothers throughout the year at liturgies, special events and service projects.

CONGE

A special Sacred Heart tradition—this is a surprise day of fun and games. Only announced after students arrive at school, congé is a day that they look forward to all year.

GOUTER

A snack or treat that is given out on special occasions.

MATER

(“mah-tare”) A painting of the Virgin Mary depicting Mary in a rose-colored dress. All Sacred Heart schools have a rendering of Mater; Regis’ is a statue in the Kelley Building. During Advent and Lent, Mater Medals are given out each morning at morning prayer assembly by homeroom teachers to one student in the class as a way to recognize those who are practicing Mater’s spiritual example.

PRIZE DAY

The last day of the school year when students are recognized for academic achievements and Sacred Heart Goals. Parents are invited and encouraged to attend.

ST. JOHN FRANCIS REGIS

A 17th century Jesuit priest and favorite saint of Philippine Duchesne. Our school is named after him, and we honor his birthday in January.

ST. MADELEINE SOPHIE BARAT

The foundress of the Society of the Sacred Heart. Her Feast Day is May 25.

ST. ROSE PHILIPPINE DUCHESNE

A member of the Society of the Sacred Heart who brought Sacred Heart education to the United States over 200 years ago. Her Feast Day is November 18.

CAMPUS INFORMATION

CAMPUS

The Regis campus is comprised of three buildings: 1. The Milestones Administration Building 2. The Kelley Building 3. The Miller Family Student Life Center

PARKING

Parking is available in the Milestones Parking lot (entrance off Antoine) and in the Whispering Pines parking lot across from Lower School/Middle School carpool. Overflow parking for certain events is available in the lot on the corner of Shadyvilla and Antoine.

BEFORE SCHOOL CARE

Before school care is available from 7:00-7:30AM. Charges of $5 per visit apply and are added to the tuition statement.

AFTER SCHOOL CARE

Regis works with iKids to provide engaging and age appropriate after-school care until 6:00PM. Visit iKidsinc.com for information regarding enrichment classes such as chess, robotics, karate and more. Registration information is forthcoming.

SAFETY AND SECURITY

All visitors must check-in with the receptionist in the Milestones Building during school hours. For security reasons, badges will be printed for visitors to wear to indicate they have checked in. An offduty officer is on campus at all times when Regis students are present.

BACKPACKS

Only regular sized backpacks are permitted. Rolling backpacks are not allowed. Students may bring a lunch box of their choice.

SNACKS

All students should bring a healthy snack to school each day.

LUNCHES

Students are welcome to bring a lunch from home or lunches may be purchased online. Boonli is our lunch provider for the 2021-22 school year. Review quarterly menus on their website: boonli.com *Instructions will be provided to you in an email prior to the start of school about how to order lunch for your son.

CARPOOL DROP OFF BEFORE 7:30AM Drop off at the Milestones Building. A $5 per day charge applies for before school care.

7:30AM-8:00AM Pre-K students and their siblings are dropped off at Milestones Building carpool. Kindergarten–eighth grade students are dropped off in the Whispering Pines carpool on the west side of the school. This carpool line closes at 7:55AM. Those arriving after this time need to proceed to the Milestones Building.

AFTER 8:00AM Students arriving late must be signed in by a parent with the receptionist in the Milestones Building.

PICK UP 3:00PM Pick up for Pre-K students at the Milestones Building.

3:20PM

3:30PM

Pick up for Lower School (Kinder–fourth grade) in the carpool line on Whispering Pines.

Pick up for Middle School (fifth–eighth grade) in the carpool line on Whispering Pines.

CARPOOL TIPS CARPOOL SIGNS

Each family will receive two (2) copies of color coded carpool signs. These signs will be distributed during the first day of school. If you need extra copies, please contact the front office. Place these signs in the front windshield of your car upon entering carpool line for pick up.

CARPOOL ETIQUETTE

You may not enter the carpool line on Whispering Pines any earlier than your son(s)’ pick up time. This ensures a proper flow of traffic.

NO CELL PHONES

The carpool line is a no cell phone zone.

APPROVED PICK UP LIST

It is necessary for parents to email the homeroom teacher if your son is going home with someone other than those on the approved pick up list.

KEEP IT MOVING

Keep the line moving. Carpool line is not a time to ask a faculty member lengthy questions.

CAR SEATS

Boys still in car seats cannot be buckled into the seats by faculty/staff due to liability issues.

LATE PICK UP

If the carpool line is over before you arrive, your son will go to after school care. Please follow the instructions located in the Whispering Pines Carpool Line for iKids pick up.

"IT MATTERS MUCH MORE TO OUR LORD THAT YOU SHOULD BE PATIENT AND KEEP PEACE OF SOUL, THAN THAT EVERYTHING SHOULD BE DONE PERFECTLY, EFFICIENTLY AND TO THE MINUTE." -JANET ERSKINE STUART, RSCJ

ATHLETICS PROGRAMS

4 PRE-K – FOURTH GRADE SPORTS

Regis competes in the West Houston Christian Association. The program relies on parent volunteers and parent coaching.

FIFTH – EIGHTH GRADE SPORTS

Middle School students may participate in a competitive interscholastic athletic program. Note: Middle School soccer tryouts usually begin the first day of school. Physical forms need to be returned before the start of tryouts.

REGULAR UNIFORMS EARLY EARLYCHILDHOOD CHILDHOOD 3PK-4PK 3 Pre-K – 4 Pre-K

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SHIRT Grey or white collared knit (short or long sleeve) or white performance knit with or without Regis logo

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PANTS Navy twill or corduroy (elastic waist permitted)

PANTS Navy twill

BELT Dark leather belt required unless elastic waistband is worn

BELT Dark leather belt is require

SHOES Mostly white, black or grey athletic shoes and shoelaces—no other colors. No sandals or high tops, no low cut boots or blinking lights. Velcro is required on shoes for students who cannot independently tie their shoes.

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SHIRT Grey or white collared knit (short or long sleeve) or white performance knit with the Regis logo SHORTS Khaki dress shorts or khaki pleated shorts—cargo style not permitted PANTS Khaki twill BELT Dark leather belt is required (black or brown) SHOES Black, white or gray athletic shoes and shoelaces. No other colors permitted even in small amounts. Students may also wear brown or black dress shoes or boots. No sandals or high tops, low cut boots or blinking lights. P.E. UNIFORM Any Regis shirt with navy, grey, black, or red athletic shorts

FULL DRESS UNIFORM

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Regis students are required to wear dress uniform on mass days and other designated days throughout the school year (i.e. Grandparents’ Day). Please reference the online calendar for ‘Full Dress’ days. SHIRT White oxford, button down collar (short or long sleeve) PANTS Khaki twill (elastic waistband OK for Early Childhood students) BLAZER Navy blazer with Regis Crest Patch (patch available for purchase through Spirit Wear— see opposite page) TIE (EARLY CHILDHOOD) Blue and red striped bow tie (available for purchase through Spirit Wear—see opposite page) TIE (LOWER AND MIDDLE SCHOOL) Blue/red striped tie (Flynn O'Hara)—no self-tie ties in Middle School BELT Dark leather belt required (unless elastic waistband is worn) SHOES Brown or black dress shoes or boots

MASS

Mass is held at least once a month at Regis, with additional masses celebrated throughout the year. Please check the online calendar for specific dates. REQUIRED UNIFORM All students must wear full dress uniforms on mass days. See opposite page for details. PARENT ATTENDANCE All parents are invited to attend our masses. START TIME All liturgies begin at 8:00 a.m. in the Miller Family Student Life Center. LIVE STREAM All masses can be livestreamed online at www.theREGISschool.org/Live

SPIRIT DAYS

Spirit Days are scheduled throughout the school year. Please check the online calendar for dates. On these days, students may wear any Regis shirt with jeans or uniform shorts. Regis logo items can be purchased through the Parents' Association SPIRIT WEAR COMMITTEE, in the Used Uniform Store or on the Regis website.

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COMMUNICATION Regis understands the importance of accurate and on-time communication with the Regis parent community. Read more about the school's various communication mechanisms below: VERACROSS PARENT PORTAL The Veracross Parent Portal offers the most up-to-date information including: school and athletics calendars; grades; links to faculty/staff email addresses; Parents' Association information; Parent/Student handbook; events and updates; and ways to support Regis. Login to the Parent Portal via the Regis website at: www.theREGISschool.org TUESDAY NEWSDAY Regis' weekly parent email sent out on Tuesdays at 9AM is your go-to for all information regarding upcoming events, activities and campus updates. This email includes a weekly note from the Head of School, the school calendar-at-a-glance and division specific information for the coming weeks. Make Tuesday Newsday part of your weekly reading! REGIS NEWS Published throughout the school year, Regis News provides an in-depth look into specific projects and activities going on in the classroom at Regis. HEAD OF SCHOOL BLOG Published throughout the school year, the Head of School blog offers insight into best practices in boys education. Either written by the Head of School or a guest blogger, the Head of School Blog is a great way to learn more about what makes Regis unique. CLASS COORDINATORS Looking for specific information and can't locate it? Contact your helpful volunteer Class Coordinator, and they can point you in the right direction. Coordinators will introduce themselves via email over the summer. IRIS EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM In the event of an emergency or school closure, Regis will communicate with parents via the IRIS Emergency Alert System. This automated system calls cell phones and landlines and text messages cell phones with information. Please note that Regis follows the Spring Branch Independent School District (SBISD) for most closures related to weather, etc. REGIS ON SOCIAL MEDIA Social media is a great way to stay in touch with what's going on at Regis. Follow us on the following platforms: INSTAGRAM: @theregisschoolofthesacredheart FACEBOOK: facebook.com/RegisSacredHeart TWITTER: @RegisKnights LINKEDIN: linkedin.com/school/TheRegisSchool

PARENTS' ASSOCIATION

The Parents' Association is a diverse, active and important organization that supports Regis in many significant ways—get involved! The Parents' Association offers a volunteer signup opportunity at the beginning of each school year, so stay tuned for more information. Parents' Association meetings occur on the second Tuesday of each month at 8:00 a.m. in the Milestones Boardroom. 2021-22 PARENTS' ASSOCIATION BOARD PRESIDENT: Kate Hays, second grade parent PRESIDENT-ELECT: Brittany Visin, 4 Pre-K & second grade parent IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT: Becky Wrona, third & fourth grade parent VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES The Parents' Association hosts different events and assists in different ongoing activities on campus throughout the school year. Here is a list of some of our volunteer opportunities: Box Tops for Education Parent Prayer Group Family Fun Knight (Fall & Spring) Spirit Wear Go Texan Day Uniform Resale International Day 7th & 8th Grade Dance

"HAVE ALWAYS ON HAND SOME USEFUL OCCUPATION AND GIVE YOUR WHOLE ATTENTION TO IT." -MARY ALOYSIA HARDY, RSCJ

BOARD OF DIRECTORS LOOKING INTO THE FUTURE WHILE HONORING OUR SACRED HEART TRADITION WHAT DOES THE REGIS BOARD OF DIRECTORS DO? -Sets policy while focusing on long-range and strategic issues -Interacts with the Board's sole employee, the Head of School The Board is charged with planning for the future of the school by focusing on strategic planning, including areas such as enrollment, fundraising, financial planning and campus improvements.

WHO SERVES ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS? -Parents of both current and alumni Regis students -Representatives from St. Thomas High School and Strake Jesuit College Preparatory -Religious of the Sacred Heart (RSCJ) -Regis Head of School, Mr. Dennis Phillips (ex-officio) The Board typically meets six times during the school year. Directors commit to serve a three-year term. There is no set number of trustees, as the appropriate number is dependent on the current needs of the school.

FOCUSING ON THE FUTURE! The Regis Board of Directors uses the school's strategic plan as a road map to focus their decision-making process. The Board's strategic goal is to build a strong, stable, missionfocused school for the future. Utilizing the Sacred Heart Goals as a guiding compass ensures that Regis Board members consistently act in the best interest of the entire Regis community and for the future of the school.

Toiletries donated by the Board of Directors for the Pre-K Star of Hope Toiletry Drive in February 2019.

2021-22 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mr. Ed Sullivan, Chair Ms. Alison Vasquez, Vice Chair Mrs. Megan Long, Secretary Sr. Donna Collins, RSCJ Mr. Jeremy Doyle Mrs. Anna Charlton Mr. John Fahy Mrs. Mimi Foerster Mrs. Alicia Hartsfield Mrs. Ana Lee Sanchez Jacobs Mr. Tom Lloyd Mr. J.W. Lodge Mr. Victor Longo Mr. Alton McDowell Mr. Kendall Miller Ms. Melissa Moore Fr. Jim Murphy, CSB Sr. Lucie Nordmann, RSCJ Mr. Trip Norkus Mr. George Rizzo Mr. Charlie Shears Mr. Dennis Phillips, ex officio

EVENTS & ACTIVITIES AUGUST 2021

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 11 -Early Childhood Orientation for parents and students -Middle School Laptop Program Pick-Up (Sixth Grade and New Students in Seventh & Eighth Grade) -New Middle School Student Orientation -Lower School Meet the Teacher THURSDAY, AUGUST 12 -First Day of School! THURSDAY-FRIDAY, AUGUST 12-13 -Early Childhood Dismissal at 11:00AM MONDAY, AUGUST 16 -Early Childhood and Lower School Parent Night at 6:00 p.m. FRIDAY, AUGUST 20 -Donuts with Dad at 7:30 a.m. TUESDAY, AUGUST 24 -Middle School Parent Night at 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 25 -Parents' Association Welcome Back Coffee & Volunteer Sign-Up at 7:45 a.m. -Back-to-School State of the School Address at 8:15 a.m.

SEPTEMBER 2021

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 -Mass of the Holy Spirit at 8:00 a.m. and Yearbook Portraits TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 -First Parents' Association Meeting at 8:00 a.m. in the Milestones Boardroom FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 -Fall Family Fun Knight: www.theREGISschool.org/FamilyFunKnight FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 -Grandparents' Day -Half-day dismissal after Grandparents' Day festivities

OCTOBER 2021

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 12 -October Parents' Association Meeting at 8:00 a.m. in the Milestones Boardroom WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 13 -International Day Fair: sign-up in August to represent a country WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 20 -Feast of Mater Mass at 8:00 a.m. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 28 -Fall Conferences all day, No School FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29 -Fall Conferences continue until 1:00PM -No School

NOVEMBER 2021

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 1 -All Saints Day Liturgy -Make-up Yearbook Portraits FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 5 -Father-Son Bowling Knight: www.theREGISschool.org/Bowling TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 9 -November Parents' Association Meeting at 8:00 a.m. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 18 -Feast of St. Rose Philippine Duchesne Mass at 8:00 a.m. THURSDAY-FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18-19 -Third-Eighth Grade Students will complete off-site Social Awareness Projects MONDAY, NOVEMBER 22–FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 26 -Thanksgiving Break

EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES DECEMBER 2021

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 3 -7th & 8th Grade Dance WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 8 -Feast of the Immaculate Conception Mass at 8:00 a.m. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 14 -Early Childhood Christmas Program at 8:15 a.m. -Lower School Christmas Program at 10:00 a.m. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20 -Half-Day Dismissal: Early Childhood, 12:00 p.m.; Lower School, 12:20p.m.; Middle School, 12:30p.m. MONDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2021–MONDAY, JANUARY 3, 2022 -Christmas Break

SPRING 2022

JANUARY -Epiphany Liturgy -January Parents' Association Meeting -MLK Day Holiday on January 17, 2022 -Catholic Schools Week Liturgy at Duchesne -Feast of St. John Francis Regis FEBRUARY -Father-Son Liturgy on February 4, 2022 -February Parents' Association Meeting -Faculty/Staff Inservice on February 18, 2022 -Presidents Day Holiday on February 21, 2022 -Spring Family Fun Knight -Go Texan Day

SPRING 2022

MARCH -Spring Social Awareness Service Projects -Spring Break, March 14-18, 2022 -Spring Conferences APRIL -Spring State of the School Address -Easter Break (half-day on April 14, no school April 15-18, 2022) -April Parents' Association Meeting -Field Day -Annual Auction & Gala: www.theREGISschool.org/Auction -Eighth Grade Trip MAY -Book Fair -Mother-Son Liturgy on Friday, May 6, 2022 -May Parents' Association Meeting -Baccalaureate Liturgy on Friday, May 20, 2022 -Eighth Grade Graduation on Friday, May 20, 2022 -Feast of St. Madeleine Sophie Barat Liturgy -Prize Day The calendar listed in this guide is a helpful tool when it comes to learning about all that goes on at Regis. Unfortunately, dates and times do change. For the most up-to-date calendar, visit the Veracross Parent Portal where you can access the all-school calendar, division specific calendars, liturgy and full-dress calendars, athletics calendars and more! WWW.THEREGISSCHOOL.ORG/LOGIN

Through a unique mix of challenging academics and the values of the Sacred Heart, Regis empowers students of all faiths to become lifelong scholars and authentic, compassionate leaders.

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