2015 2016 Rosary HS Student Handbook

ROSARY HIGH SCHOOL EMPOWERING YOUNG WOMEN SINCE 1962

2015-2016 STUDENT HANDBOOK Revised – November 30, 2015

TABLE OF CONTENTS Mission Statement of Rosary High School .....................................................................................1 Philosophy of Rosary High School ..........................................................................................1 Goals of Rosary High School ..................................................................................................1 Non-Discrimination Policy .............................................................................................................1 Admission Policy ............................................................................................................................2 Rosary High School & Marmion Academy ....................................................................................2 Address Changes .............................................................................................................................3 Attendance Guidelines & Absence Policies ....................................................................................3 Absentee Guideline Form .........................................................................................................4 Excused Absences ...................................................................................................................4 Long-Term Absence Policy ......................................................................................................5 Making Up Work for Excused Absence ..................................................................................5 Schedules Involving Long-Term Absences ..............................................................................5 Tardiness ..................................................................................................................................5 Truancy .....................................................................................................................................5 Backpacks/Book Bags/Tote Bags ...................................................................................................6 Bus Transportation ...........................................................................................................................6 Cafeteria/Foods ................................................................................................................................6 Cars .................................................................................................................................................7 Catherine of Siena Scholars ............................................................................................................8 Cellular Telephone Use ...................................................................................................................8 Charitable Giving .............................................................................................................................8 Counseling & Advising (Student Services) ....................................................................................8 Academic Probation .................................................................................................................9 College Representative Visits ..................................................................................................9 Course Changes .......................................................................................................................9 Course Description Book ........................................................................................................10 Credits ....................................................................................................................................10 Testing Program (STS, PSAT/NMSQT, ACT, SAT, AP) .....................................................10 Transcripts .............................................................................................................................10 Dances ...........................................................................................................................................11 Date Dance Dress Guidelines .................................................................................................11 Prom Dress Guidelines ...........................................................................................................11 Sock-Hops/Activity Nights Dress Guidelines ........................................................................11 Decorum .........................................................................................................................................12 Discipline .......................................................................................................................................12 Student Code of Conduct ........................................................................................................12 Disciplinary Action .................................................................................................................13 Disciplinary Probation ............................................................................................................13 Removal from Class ...............................................................................................................14 Warnings .................................................................................................................................14 Friday Detention .....................................................................................................................14

Saturday Detention .................................................................................................................14 Suspension ..............................................................................................................................14 Expulsion ................................................................................................................................15 Discipline Board .....................................................................................................................15 Appeal Procedure....................................................................................................................15 Behaviors Subject to Disciplinary Action .............................................................................16 Academic Integrity ..........................................................................................................16 Plagiarism ........................................................................................................................16 Violations of the Anti-Bullying /Anti-Harassment Policy ..............................................17 Attacks on School Personnel ...........................................................................................19 Gangs ...............................................................................................................................20 Dress Code .....................................................................................................................................20 Skirt .......................................................................................................................................20 Blouses/Polo Shirts/Sweatshirts (Club/Event T-shirt Days) ..................................................20 Sweaters/Vests .......................................................................................................................20 Socks/Tights ..........................................................................................................................20 Shoes ......................................................................................................................................20 Non-Uniform Dress Code ......................................................................................................21 Casual Days ....................................................................................................................21 Dress Up Days ................................................................................................................21 Spirit Day ........................................................................................................................21 Grooming ........................................................................................................................21 Driver Education ...........................................................................................................................21 Educational Travel ........................................................................................................................22 Emergency School Closings .........................................................................................................22 Exams ............................................................................................................................................22 Extracurricular Eligibility .............................................................................................................22 Athletics, Cheerleading, and Dance Team ............................................................................22 Student Leaders .....................................................................................................................23 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) .................................................................24 Financial Aid Policy .....................................................................................................................24 Grading System Description .........................................................................................................24 Grade Scale, Academic Letters , Honor Roll ............................................................................25 Graduation Policy .........................................................................................................................26 Hall Passes ....................................................................................................................................26 Health Services .............................................................................................................................26 Physical Exam/Immunizations ..............................................................................................26 Meningitis ..............................................................................................................................26 Administering Medication in School .....................................................................................26 Communicable Diseases ........................................................................................................27 Nurse’s Room ........................................................................................................................27 Pregnancy Policy ...................................................................................................................28 Confidentiality .......................................................................................................................28 Illness .....................................................................................................................................28 High Endeavors .............................................................................................................................28 Identification Cards .......................................................................................................................28

Kairos ............................................................................................................................................28 Library ...........................................................................................................................................29 Lockers (and Inspection of Student Property or Lockers) ............................................................29 Lost & Found ................................................................................................................................30 Media Release Policy ....................................................................................................................30 Messages .......................................................................................................................................30 Missing Person/Her School Record ..............................................................................................31 National Honor Society .................................................................................................................31 Scholarship, Service, Leadership, Character .........................................................................31 Policy on Parental Cooperation ....................................................................................................32 Personal Property ..........................................................................................................................33 Property: Care, Use and Protection ..............................................................................................33 Public Transportation and Rosary/Marmion High School Bus ....................................................33 Re-admittance Procedures ............................................................................................................33 Report Cards .................................................................................................................................34 Search & Seizure ...........................................................................................................................34 Security .........................................................................................................................................34 Selling of Items (non-Rosary) .......................................................................................................35 Service Hours ................................................................................................................................35 Student Activities ..........................................................................................................................35 Student Council .............................................................................................................................35 Student Insurance ..........................................................................................................................35 Student Success Center .................................................................................................................35 Student Visitor Policy ...................................................................................................................36 Study Hall Procedures ...................................................................................................................36 Senior Study Hall Procedures for 1st Period and 8th Period ...................................................36 Substance Use/Abuse ....................................................................................................................37 Smoking .................................................................................................................................37 Technology/Computer Acceptance Use Policy ............................................................................38 School Technology and Personal iPad Usage Policy ............................................................38 Telephone Use ..............................................................................................................................40 Tuition Policy ................................................................................................................................40 Weapons ........................................................................................................................................41 Firearms on School Property/Premises ..................................................................................41 Reporting Firearms on School Property/Premises to Authorities ..........................................41 Additional Requirements When the Person in Possession of the Firearm Is a Student of Rosary ..............................................................................................................................41 Work Permits ................................................................................................................................42

Mission Statement Rosary High School is a Catholic college preparatory school for young women sponsored by the Dominican Sisters of Springfield, Illinois. Rooted in the gospel values of Jesus Christ, Rosary High School is committed to the mission of educating and developing Christian leaders in the Dominican tradition: ● Encouraging faith development ● Seeking truth ● Striving for academic excellence and lifelong learning ● Developing individual gifts ● Valuing Christian service ● Fostering responsible members for society

Philosophy of Rosary High School Rosary High School is dedicated to the education and leadership development of young Christian women. With a Dominican foundation, it promotes the search for and the dissemination of truth.

It is committed to the teachings of the Catholic Church.

Rosary High school supports the primacy of parents in the education of their children. Academic excellence experienced in a caring community is the criteria for Rosary’s standard of educational development.

Rosary High School upholds the God-given dignity of each person and the right to social justice for all people. Rosary acknowledges the personal responsibility of the young woman to exert leadership and service for the good of the church and society.

Goals of Rosary High School ● To give witness to Christ by our lives, as well as by our teaching. ● To stimulate the exercise of intelligence and creativity in a college preparatory program. ● To develop leadership skills which enable students to share their time and talents with the larger community ● To strengthen the sense of personal identity through the development of individual gifts. ● To establish programs and activities which further the accomplishment of student goals. ● To foster an atmosphere in which the Christian message, worship and service may be experienced.

Non-Discrimination Policy Rosary High School admits students of any race, color, creed, national and ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. Rosary does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origins, status as immigrants, or against those with disabilities in the administration of its educational policies, scholarships, athletics and other school administered programs. All allegations are taken seriously and should be made to school administration. Retaliation for reporting discrimination will not be tolerated. Individuals who intentionally make false allegations will be subject to discipline. Rosary High School also complies with the American Disabilities Act effective July 1992.

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Admission Policy Rosary High School is dedicated to serving the spiritual and educational needs of young Catholic women who demonstrate a commitment to Rosary’s mission, goals, and religious values, and who will best benefit from its college preparatory academic program. Rosary High School admits a broad cross section of students with varying academic, leadership, athletic and artistic abilities.

Rosary seeks a student body which benefits from and contributes to academic excellence within a community of faith.

Before admission to Rosary High School, all potential freshmen take the High School Placement Test (HSPT). This standard indicator and the information gathered from parents, teachers, and grade school transcripts are used to plan the student’s academic program. If the information gathered indicates that Rosary does not have the educational program which best serves the needs of the student, the student will not be accepted.

Should space or the need to maintain a quality educational program restrict the enrollment of Rosary High School, Catholic students will have priority. Students of other faiths will be admitted on a first come, first serve basis.

Transfer students from other high schools are considered for admission only at the beginning of each semester unless the family is relocating from outside the area. A screening process is used to ensure that the student’s former school record and reason for transfer are consistent with Rosary’s mission and goals. When a student is accepted, her high school transcripts are used to plan the student’s academic program at Rosary High School.

Once students are accepted as part of the Rosary community, they are expected to maintain a commitment to the mission, goals, and religious values of Rosary High School through support of the policies outlined in the student handbook and appropriate academic success.

Since Rosary High School supports the primacy of parents in the education of their children and works in partnership with parents for this purpose, Rosary does not serve independent students.

A student must reside with her parents or legal guardians. Therefore, married students may not enroll or continue at Rosary High School.

Rosary High School & Marmion Academy The bonds that unite the communities of Rosary High School and Marmion Academy are based on shared values, mutual support, and related missions.

While recognizing and celebrating the uniqueness of each community, Marmion Academy and Rosary High School are united in their commitment to building educational communities founded on the Gospel of Jesus Christ, the doctrinal and moral truths of the Roman Catholic faith, and the timeless traditions of the Benedictine and Dominican charisms. Further, Marmion and Rosary are committed to providing the finest in college preparatory education in the single gender model.

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As brother and sister schools, Marmion Academy and Rosary High School continually seek ways to build and strengthen the bonds that unite the students, faculties, administrations and families by cooperating with and supporting the spiritual, academic, social and athletic activities of each community.

Address Changes When a family has a change of residence or phone number, the office should be notified immediately. The office must be in a position at all times to contact the parent/guardian in case of an emergency. This should be kept current even in the case of short vacations.

Attendance Guidelines & Absence Policies Students may arrive after 6:30 a.m. Early arrival students will be supervised in the main lobby.

Once a student has entered the building, she may not leave the building without permission from the office.

The school office opens at 6:30 a.m. The parent or guardian should phone the attendance office (896-0831 ext. 16) before 8:00 a.m. on each day of the student’s absence, even when the illness continues for more than one day.

The day the student returns to school from her absence, she must present a note to the Main Office. The note must include the student’s name, the date/s of the absence, the specific reason for the absence, and the note must be signed by a parent or guardian. Falsifying this report or not following procedure is a serious infraction, may result in disciplinary action, and could result in the student being considered truant.

If a student should forget a note on the day she returns, she is still required to check in at the attendance office. The student is granted 24 hours to present a note. ● If a student fails to produce a note, she will receive a warning for the first day. ● If the note is outstanding, the student will be given a written reminder/request for a note. ● After unsuccessful attempts to collect a note from the student, she will earn a detention.

The school is legally responsible for attendance records and, therefore, must verify absences with a parent note with parent signature.

Parents can assist Rosary High School by encouraging their daughters to attend school regularly.

An absence from class for any reason, other than truancy, totaling more than the provided limit in a semester, must be made up per the policy noted below.

Attendance is essential to academic success. The number of absences a student incurs directly affects her academic progress. Class discussions and lectures are crucial to instruction.

Scheduling make-up tests is often inconvenient for students. Frequent absences may result in a lower grade. In the event that a student must be taken out of school for an appointment, a written note must be presented to the Main Office prior to homeroom on the day of the appointment.

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*Please schedule dental/doctor appointments to coincide with non-school days, half days and breaks. *Every effort should be made to schedule vacations during breaks and after the last possible calendar snow day.

Absentee Guideline Form (The Rosary High School absentee guideline form is to be completed and returned to the Dean of Student Services at least one week prior to requested absence.) ● A student who is going to be taken out of school, against school advice, must notify the Main Office, in writing, at least two (2) weeks in advance. The Main Office will give the student an absentee guideline form. This form must be completed and signed by the student’s parent or guardian. Once this is completed, the student must present the completed form to each of her teachers and obtain their signatures. This form, complete with all signatures, must be returned to the Student Service’s Office at least one week in advance of the proposed absence. ● The student assumes full responsibility for making arrangements with teachers when returning to school to make up work covered during the absence. Class discussions and lectures will be missed and cannot be made up. ● A student who misses eight (8) classes in any given subject within one semester jeopardizes her grade for the semester and may be required to meet with the Assistant Principal.

Excused Absences According to Section 26.2A of the Illinois School Code, “valid cause for absence shall be illness, observance of religious holiday, death in the immediate family, family emergency, and other situations beyond the control of the student as approved by the Principal or circumstances which cause reasonable concern to the parent or the safety or health of the student.” Medically documented excuses, and absences related to school sponsored activities are considered excused absences outside of a student’s maximum tally of 8 per semester. All pre-arranged excused absences must be approved by the Dean of Student Services. ● To participate in extracurricular activities, a student must attend a full day of school on the day of the event or on Friday for weekend activities. Guidelines for student athletes and a student’s participation in athletic events may be found in the Athletic Handbook. ● Medically excused absences require a note from the physician immediately upon the student’s return to school.. ● A student should not have more than 8 absences in a semester. ● Only in extreme circumstances will alternate arrangements be made during exams.

The Assistant Principal’s Office must be given written notice, two weeks in advance, for prearranged absences during semester exam schedules. The student will then get an absentee guideline form from the Main Office. The student must submit the completed form, with all her teachers’ signatures, to the Assistant Principal at least one week prior to the requested absence. ● The student assumes full responsibility for the class.

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● Students in the nurse’s room will be recorded as absent from class.

Long-Term Absence Policy Long-term absence is defined as an absence resulting from a prolonged illness, surgery or therapeutic treatment. The attendance office must be notified when parents first learn of the possibility of an extended absence. The student must plan her academic program in consultation with Student Services. A student will be readmitted upon receipt of a physician’s release or discharge papers including a discharge plan if applicable. Prior to her return to school, a conference with administration may also be required. A long term or chronic absence may affect the student’s athletic eligibility. After three days of absence, while under a physician's care, a note from the physician, complete with inclusive dates of treatment, should be submitted to the Attendance Office.

Making Up Work for Excused Absences Work missed during an excused absence must be made up. It is the student’s responsibility to contact her teachers regarding this work. Allotted time for makeup is as follows: ● 1or 2 days absent: Work must be made up within 2 days after returning to school. The student will earn a failing grade for work not submitted within this allotted time. ● 3 or more days absent: A student must make arrangements individually with each teacher. Work not made up during the agreed on schedule will result in a failing grade for the work missed.

Schedules Involving Long-Term Absences If determined that it is in the student’s best interest to return to school on a modified schedule, focus will be the well-being of the student, both medically and academically. Therefore, all extra-curricular activities (i.e. athletics, cheerleading, clubs, fine arts, etc.) will be suspended for the length of the modified schedule.

Tardiness ● Homeroom Tardy: All tardiness to homeroom (except medical and emergency) will be unexcused. A student who is late for homeroom is to report to the Main Office for an admittance slip. All tardiness is counted and a detention will be issued on the third tardy and on each subsequent tardy arrival days. If tardiness becomes chronic, the Dean of Student Services will confer with the parents. ● Tardiness to Other Periods: A detention is issued by a teacher when a student is late for class. A student detained by a teacher should request a pass for her next class. A student who is not present for over half of the period is counted as absent.

Truancy A student is truant when she is absent from class without the consent of parents, guardians, the school, or discovered leaving campus without official approval. Students who are truant cannot make up work missed. If a student is truant, she will be placed on disciplinary probation. The parents must meet with the Dean of Student Services and/or Administration before the student is allowed to seek re-admittance.

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Backpacks/Book Bags/Tote Bags Students are not permitted to carry backpacks, book bags, or tote bags during the school day.

Bus Transportation All Rosary High School students who ride any form of public transportation or the Rosary/Marmion bus are expected to act in a manner that shows consideration for the driver/conductor and for the safety of the other passengers. Those students who are reported for smoking, vulgar or obscene language, or making excessive noise, showing disrespect, or vandalizing property may be denied transportation service and will be subject to disciplinary action according to Rosary policies.

Cafeteria/Foods All students remain on campus for lunch. Leaving campus for lunch is considered truancy.

Guidelines for cafeteria behavior include: ● Food or liquids are allowed in the cafeteria, and in the lobby before, during, or after school. Liquids only are allowed in the hallways before school. ● Having food in classrooms or other areas outside of the cafeteria could place our students with food allergies at serious risk. ● According to Illinois State Health Department regulations, all food/treats brought into the cafeteria, with the intent to share with others, must be commercially wrapped. ● Vending machines may be used before and after school only. ● Students are expected to keep the cafeteria free of litter and in proper condition for other students’ use. ● At the end of the lunch period, each student is responsible to see that the table is cleaned and the chairs are properly placed. ● Students should be courteous in the lunch line. Do not crowd, loiter, or cut in front of others in line. ● Do not handle food prior to choosing it, as this is a health code issue. ● All drinks must be in their original containers or in clear plastic containers or cups; glass bottles are not allowed. ● Fast food deliveries are not allowed during school hours. ● Cafeteria tables used after school must be cleared of debris and wiped off. ● Students are not permitted to sit with their feet on the furniture. ● Chewing gum is not allowed anywhere in the school.

Students are to exit the cafeteria immediately after the bell sounds. If students leave the cafeteria before the bell, they are to go to the foyer. Students are not to proceed past the double doors at the beginning of each wing, until the bell has rung for the exchange.

Since classes are in progress during the lunch period, students will be silent in the academic wings as a courtesy to teachers and students. Students who choose not to extend this courtesy will be issued detentions.

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Cars All students who drive to school must register their cars in the main office. Only in-season athletes should park in the back lot closest to the gym.

Students are not to park their cars in the front row of the main parking lot adjacent to the sidewalk. Cars are never to be parked in front of sidewalk entrances. Students who park their cars in reserved or handicapped spaces will be given a detention after one warning. Students must ask for permission from the Main Office to go to their cars during school hours.

The flow of traffic in the Rosary parking lot should travel in a counterclockwise direction. The right lane closest to the school is for dropping off and picking up students. The left lane is for through traffic only. When dropping off a student, please pull up as far as the main entrance, have the student exit the car at the first point where you are stopped and then immediately and cautiously proceed into the passing lane. Cars arriving from the north should enter the parking lot through the north entrance and from the south, use the south entrance and continue into the traffic flow following the counterclockwise pattern. No sitting or loitering in the cars is permitted once students are on the grounds.

A student who causes damage to another car in the parking lot must report the damage to the school office and to the owner of the car. Careless, reckless, or hazardous driving on school grounds or travelling to and from activities, or failure to report an accident or damage (on school property) and will be subject to disciplinary measures.

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Catherine of Siena Scholars Rosary’s highest academic award recipients are Catherine of Siena Scholars. The requirements are as follows: ● A four-year course of study has been taken in at least three of the following subject areas: fine arts, foreign language, mathematics, social sciences and science. ● A minimum cumulative (GPA of 4.0: classes 2016, 2017, 2018) (GPA of 4.5: class of 2019), and a minimum of 15 Honors courses over a four-year period. A strong attendance record. Specifically, a scholar may not have more than the maximum number of absences for any reason, excluding documented illness. (The Administration reserves the right to make exceptions for extraordinary circumstances.) ● A strong service record. Students who fail (more than one time) to submit service hours on or before deadlines will not be eligible for this honor. ● Although candidates for Catherine of Siena Scholar recognition will be notified at the end of 3rd quarter, they must maintain all of the requirements through 4th quarter to be recognized at graduation.

Cellular Telephone Use ● Students must turn their cell phones off and place them in their lockers at the beginning of the school day. ● Cell phone use is permitted before and after school and at after school sponsored activities anywhere on campus with the exception of bathrooms and locker rooms. ● Text messaging that is inappropriate or offensive as well as inappropriate pictures or videos messaging will be subject to disciplinary action. ● During school hours, should a student need to use a phone to contact a parent/guardian, she may come to the office to use the school phone. ● Should a student be in violation of the cellular telephone policy, she must surrender her phone to the Dean of Student Services until the end of the day. The student will be issued a $25 fine and a Friday detention. The parent/guardian will be contacted. ● Upon the second and any future violation, the student will be issued a $50 fine and a Friday detention. The parent/guardian will be contacted.

Charitable Giving Rosary High School is committed to serving those in need. We recognize, however, that it is impossible to honor every request. The following activities are in place.

Sept./Oct.: Walkathon Mar./April: Hope for Haitians

Nov./Dec.: Holiday Hopes Feb.: Note Karacel May: Postal Workers’ Food Drive

Counseling & Advising (Student Services) The Counseling and Advising program provides a combination of services to aid the students to fully benefit from Rosary’s educational program. All students are assigned a counselor upon admittance to Rosary; this counselor will follow the student for the duration of her high school career.

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emphasizing the student’s role and responsibility in making choices. Parents / guardian(s) are also encouraged to enter the planning process. Decisions and the responsibility belong to the students and parents.

Students and parents may expect counselors to be available for consultation on: ● Orientation to school ● Testing information and interpretation ● Selection of high school courses best suited to the student’s abilities and future plans ● Assistance with personal and social issues that may be impeding the student’s abilities ● Referrals to agencies outside of school ● The development of appropriate post-secondary and career plans ● College admission requirements and financial aid information Academic Probation A student whose cumulative grade point average falls below 1.50 at the end of any semester will be placed on academic probation for one semester and reviewed by the Asst. Principal, Dean of Academics. Each case will be treated on an individual basis. Factors considered include the student’s abilities, effort, and attitude as well as teacher recommendations. Students who complete a semester with a credit deficit will automatically be placed on academic probation. If the situation is not rectified after one semester’s probation, the student may be asked to withdraw from Rosary.

College Representative Visits ● Juniors and seniors may attend a college visit; however, seniors are given preference when space is an issue. ● Students must sign up in the Counseling & Advising office TWO DAYS prior to the college rep`s scheduled visit. If a student fails to follow protocol, she may not attend. ● A student must receive written permission from her teacher to attend the visit, if it is during a class. If a student fails to secure permission, she may not attend. Teachers reserve the right to keep students in class.

Course Changes ● Students requesting a change to their courses after the Course Selection Contract is submitted in February will be required to obtain and complete a schedule change form from their counselor. ● Students may not drop a course after the second full week of each semester. ● Requests for schedule changes for 2nd semester must be submitted prior to the beginning of Christmas break. ● Courses cannot be dropped if the student’s schedule will not allow either another class or a 2nd study hall to be added. ● Level changes will be at the request/ discretion of the teacher.. ● If, due to a serious reason, a student must drop a course at the midpoint of the 1st or 3rd quarter, the student will receive a WF (Withdraw Failing) or WP (Withdraw Passing) on her permanent record. Neither designation will affect a student’s GPA. A student may not, under any circumstances, drop a class after the midpoint of the 2nd and 4th quarter.

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Course Description Book The Course Description Book contains course descriptions, graduation requirements, and suggested programs of study. It is available on-line at www.rosaryhs.com.

Credits ● A half credit for each semester of a successfully passed class is awarded to students. ● Promotion to the next grade level is determined by credits earned and requirements met. ● Credits are accepted from other accredited schools if permission is obtained in advance of taking the course. ● Credits received from approved off-campus courses can be used to meet credit requirements. However, grades earned from off-campus courses are not used in determining a student’s cumulative GPA. ● If a semester of a course is failed, the student will be required to make up that semester credit by August 1 of that year. (If a student fails the first semester of a Math course, the student will be dropped from the course and required to make up the full course (1.0 credit) in the summer.)

Testing Program The testing program schedule is intended to help our students identify their interests and capabilities.

STS (Scholastic Testing Service) High School Placement Test: Required of all 8th graders seeking admission to Rosary.

STS-Level J ED Series: Required for all sophomores PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary SAT)- Required for all juniors College Tests ACT- Recommended for all juniors during second semester. While there is a practice ACT given during the school day at Rosary, the national test is not administered at Rosary.

SAT/ SAT II Subject Tests- Recommended for second semester juniors and first semester seniors whose colleges require these tests. They are not administered at Rosary.

AP (Advanced Placement)- Tests that allow students taking AP courses at Rosary the opportunity to receive college credit for their work. Exams are administered at Rosary in May. Students taking AP courses are required to take the associated AP test at a cost of $91 each (2015).

Transcripts Transcripts of credits, which include freshmen year through the final semester of senior year, are sent directly to the institutions to which the student is seeking admission. A student is responsible for her transcript requests through the Parchment electronic transcript service (parchment.com). While the counselors will instruct students how to register, it is a student’s responsibility to make certain that she is registered with Parchment. Transcripts are sent only when all school accounts have been fully settled, including the return of library and state text books. Parchment will assess a fee for each electronic transcript sent. Health records will be mailed upon request.

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Dances Students from Rosary, Marmion, and Aurora Central Catholic are admitted upon showing a current school ID. Dances are intended for the enjoyment of Rosary students and their guests. Students are expected to dress with modesty and appropriately for the specific occasion. All students will be held accountable for the following policies:  Guest passes are needed for all dances. Guests must present a student ID. A Rosary student may admit ONE GUEST (must be at least a freshman). Guests must sign in at the door.  Current school IDs are needed for sock hops.  It is the Rosary student’s responsibility to inform her guest of the proper attire and behavior when attending a Rosary dance.  All dance/activities attendees will practice a code of conduct (note Student Code of Conduct under Discipline) for appropriate, respectful behavior and will conduct themselves within the law. There is an agreement between chaperones and/or the police officers on duty that any student or guest who has been involved in any type of inappropriate behavior before, during, or after the activity, will risk the following: o The person(s) will be detained. o The student’s parent or guardian will be called. The student will be sent home with the parent or guardian, and/or appropriate legal action will be taken. o The Rosary student will be required to appear before the Review Board. o If the student is a guest, his/her school administrator will be contacted. The Rosary student responsible for the guest will lose the privilege of bringing guests to dances for the length of one semester.  Hats, coats or jackets, purses, and cell phones must be checked at dances.  Glow sticks and all drug culture paraphernalia are not allowed.

Date Dance Dress Guidelines  A formal dress should be in modest taste.  If the dress is strapless, the bodice should be straight-cut.  The skirt length is expected to be in accordance with modesty.  A straight-cut dress should not be skintight or have high slits.  See-through or bare midriff styles are not appropriate.

Prom Dress Guidelines  Rosary juniors and seniors, only, may attend Prom.  Formal dresses should be in modest taste for a teenage girl; dresses should be respectful and properly fit.  Appropriate dresses are knee, tea or floor length.  Appropriate dresses are not see-through; do not have bare midriffs, nor cut-outs. A straight-cut dress (i.e. sheath) should not be skintight or have slits above the knee.

Sock-Hops/Activity Nights Dress Guidelines  Jeans, slacks, knee length shorts or skirts are appropriate.  Shirts must have sleeves.

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Shirts must not have any inappropriate logos or slogans.

Bare midriffs are not appropriate.

Sock hops are scheduled from 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. There is no admittance after 8:00 p.m. unless a written parental request has been submitted to the Dean of Student Services prior to the dance. Students may not leave before 9:00 p.m. without a written parental request to do so. Once students leave, they may not return to the school campus.

The future of sock hops and other dances will be determined by student behavior.

Decorum Quiet and decorum is the standard in the school building at all times. Students are to act as respectful, mature young women.

Discipline The purpose of disciplinary action is to call the student to accountability for infractions of the rules stated in the student handbook and for violations to the Student Code of Conduct.

Unlawful conduct both on and off campus clearly violates the mission, philosophy, and Student Code of Conduct.

Student Code of Conduct I have read and understand the Student handbook and the following Student Code of Conduct.

As a member of the Rosary Student Body, I agree to abide by both. I understand that the rules and regulations contained herein will be enforced.

1. I will be a positive and contributing member of the student body. I will maintain a good rapport with other students, as well as the staff and administration of Rosary. I will show respect and courtesy to all staff members, chaperones, and students.

2. I am expected to conduct myself appropriately and follow the philosophy of the school at all times, even when off-campus. I understand that any activity, which is illegal, detrimental to the physical, mental, or spiritual well being of the student body, or me or which is detrimental to the integrity or reputation of the school will be subject to discipline.

3. I will refrain from the possession and/or consumption of alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs and other intoxicants on and off campus. I will refrain from being in the presence of minors doing the same. I understand the consequences as stated in the student handbook.

4. I will not steal. I understand that the theft of personal, school, or intellectual property (cheating and plagiarism) is subject to disciplinary action. I will be expected to make restitution, as deemed necessary. I understand the penalties for academic dishonesty as stated in the handbook.

5. I will not smoke on school property, at school functions, on school buses, or publicly while in uniform. I understand that violation of this will result in disciplinary action.

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6. I understand that sock hops and school dances are for the enjoyment of the student body. I understand that my guest and his/her behavior are my responsibility, and whatever he/she does, I will be held accountable. If either of us does not conform to the Rosary handbook regulations, my privileges to attend such events will be taken away. Parents of students and guests will be notified immediately of any violations.

7. I will use electronic devices in accordance with the policy as outlined in the Student handbook.

Having read the policies and regulations stated in the Student handbook, I agree to sign the Rosary Student Code of Conduct policy.

Disciplinary Action Disciplinary action, when warranted, shall be fair, firm, and consistent in order to encourage change in student behavior. As a rule, disciplinary action will be progressive in nature. However, it is understood that the Principal may exercise her right to exceed any step due to the seriousness of the offense or a repeated pattern of less serious offenses.

Disciplinary Probation: ● Violations that warrant disciplinary probation include but are not limited to: breaking a criminal law, alcohol / drug incidents, truancy, or any offense that, in the sole judgment of the principal, compromises the spirit or example that a Rosary student should exhibit. ● A student may be placed on disciplinary probation for a significant violation of school policy or for repeated offenses against school policies. When a student is placed on disciplinary probation, her parent/guardian will be required to meet with the Dean of Student Services. Students on disciplinary probation must: 1. If requested, complete drug / alcohol evaluation or a mental health evaluation.

The student must follow all recommendations made as a result of evaluations.

Rosary High School has in no way undertaken a duty to detect, prevent or treat drug or alcohol use by or mental health problems of its students even where such becomes apparent as a result of this requirement.

2. Perform fifty (50) hours of community service 3. Forfeit leadership roles, participation in academic contests, athletic teams, and school activities (including dances) at both Rosary High School and Marmion Academy. Rosary High School and Marmion Academy have a reciprocal agreement in place.

4. Serve four (4) Saturday detentions ● The probationary period is at least the length of one semester. ● The behavior of students on disciplinary probation will be monitored and evaluated by school personnel. A student on probation must demonstrate sufficient improvement to be removed from probationary status. ● Failure to comply with the conditions of probation or involvement in a major violation of school policy while on disciplinary probation will result in dismissal.

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Removal from Class: A student may be sent out of class for disciplinary reasons. The teacher will contact the office and the student will be escorted by the Dean of Student Services. Appropriate disciplinary action will be assessed.

Warnings: Each student is issued a warning card along with her ID card. She is to carry it on her lanyard at all times. A student will be issued a warning for minor behavior infractions that include but are not limited to uniform/dress code violation, being in the hall without a pass, boisterous behavior, gum chewing, and other minor infractions.

When issued a warning, the student must present the teacher or staff member with her warning card. (If the student does not have the warning card with her, she will earn an automatic Friday detention.) The teacher or staff member will date, initial, and note the infraction on the card. When the student has accumulated 3 warnings noted on her card, the teacher or staff member will issue a Friday detention. The student will return the card to the Dean of Student Services and will be given a new card.

Friday Detention: A student will earn a Friday detention when she has accumulated 3 WARNINGS. A student will also receive a FRIDAY DETENTION for behavioral infractions that are considered serious. These behaviors include but are not limited to: tardiness, disrespect, first offense of cheating, inability to present a pass when requested, and technology misuse. ● Friday detentions are from 3 – 3:45 p.m. Notice of time and place will be given at least twenty-four (24) hours in advance via the student message board. ● Failure to report to the detention room by 3 p.m. will merit a Saturday detention. ● Detentions roll over at the semester. ● A fourth Friday detention will result in a Saturday detention.

Saturday Detention: Saturday detention includes but is not limited to the following violations: rudeness in word or action to a staff member or another student, and all major infractions. The Dean of Student Services, in consultation with the faculty member reporting the offense, will determine if the violation requires a Saturday detention. Parents will be notified when a student receives a Saturday detention. ● Saturday detentions are two hours. Notice of time and place to serve the Saturday detention will be given at least twenty-four (24) hours in advance via the student message board. ● Saturday detentions carry over from first semester to second semester. ● A third Saturday detention will result in disciplinary probation. ● Saturday detentions may include assistance with school beautification projects.

Suspension: Suspension from school is the result of a major violation of school rules or an act of flagrant insubordination. The following are suspension guidelines: 14

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Each major violation will be handled by the Principal in consultation with the Discipline Board.

The student’s parents must meet with the Principal, Dean of Student Services, and the Discipline Board to show cause for a student’s reinstatement.

The student receives no credit for the daily work missed during the suspension, but must make up weekly, quarterly, and semester exams.

The student is not permitted to participate in or attend any school-sponsored activities, including athletic events during the suspension.

A suspended student relinquishes all leadership positions. Memberships in school organizations will be reviewed according to the by-laws of each organization.

Expulsion: The Discipline Board may recommend a student’s expulsion due to egregious disciplinary violations. Such action may be taken only after the student and her parents have appeared before the Discipline Board and/or members of the administrative team.

The Principal reserves the right to immediately expel any student whose egregious behavior puts the student or other members of the Rosary community in danger. Students who are expelled are forbidden to attend Rosary functions on and off campus.

Discipline Board: The Discipline Board advises the Principal in matters of serious offenses in violation of the Rosary Code of Conduct. In the event that a student has committed a serious offense, the student and her parent/guardian(s) are invited to attend a Disciplinary Hearing. After the Dean of Student Services has presented the precipitating information to the Discipline Board, the student and her guardian(s) will be given an opportunity to respond. There will be an opportunity for the Discipline Board to ask questions. The Discipline Board will then meet privately to render a decision. The student and her guardian(s) will be notified of the Board’s decision within 24 hours. Recommendations of the Discipline Board are subject to appeal in accordance with the appeal procedure.

Appeal Procedure: The student and her guardian(s) may appeal the Disciplinary Board’s decision. Any appeal must be presented in writing to the Dean of Student services within two (2) school days of the disciplinary hearing. An appeal will not be granted unless at least one of the following criteria is met: ● New evidence and/or relevant extenuating circumstances not presented at the initial hearing ● Proof of lying or incorrect evidence at the Disciplinary Hearing ● Consequences rendered by the Discipline Board are not consistent with previously established standards.

Simple disagreements with the Discipline Board’s original decision will not be acceptable grounds for an appeal. A meeting of the Appeals Board will take place within three school days of the appeal request. The Appeals Board will meet to review the written appeal request as well as information from the Disciplinary Hearing presented by the Dean of Student Services. The response from the Appeals Board will be sent in writing to the parent/s within twenty-four (24) 15

hours of the Appeals Board meeting. No telephone calls will be made or accepted. It is to be understood that the acceptance of an appeal does not bind the Appeals Board to alter the original decision of the Discipline Board and that the final decision remains that of the principal.

Behaviors subject to DISCIPLINARY ACTION include, but are not limited to, the following: Academic Integrity Students are expected to demonstrate honesty and integrity. Academic dishonesty encompasses both cheating and plagiarism. Each student is expected to do her own work. Cheating can be defined as obtaining or aiding another student in receiving credit for work that is not her own.

This includes, but is not limited to, test-taking, homework, class assignments and the original creation of essays, compositions, term papers and scientific research. All work submitted by a student should be a true reflection of her personal ability and effort.

The following actions are examples of cheating: ● Claiming credit for work not the product of one’s own effort including, but not limited to: notes, homework, presentations, papers, quizzes, and tests ● Providing access to materials or information so that credit may be dishonestly claimed by others ● Copying material during a quiz or test ● Allowing another student to copy from one’s own quiz or test ● Using unauthorized notes or devices (programmable calculators, mp3 players, iPads, cell phones, computers, etc.) during a quiz or test ● Obtaining a copy of a test or quiz ● Receiving or giving information about a test or quiz (i.e. asking or telling another student what questions will appear on a quiz or test) ● Copying/sharing answers on homework assignments without the expressed permission of the instructor ● Obtaining professional help such as an expert, author, or purchased service without the expressed permission of the instructor ● Unlawfully copying computer software or data created by others Plagiarism can be defined as claiming another’s published or unpublished thoughts, ideas, or writings as one’s own. This can be word-for-word use, re-wording or rearranging words, or paraphrasing passages without acknowledging the author.

The following are some examples of plagiarism: ● Submitting a paper or assignment for credit that was written by someone else ● Submitting a paper or assignment for credit that was purchased ● Failing to use quotation marks followed by citation to give credit to another author ● Failing to footnote/cite another author as applicable ● Failing to cite research materials on a “works cited” page or bibliography ● “Cutting and pasting” or incorporating material from internet sources without crediting the source ● Failing to reference an author when quoting him/her in an oral report ● Presenting another person’s ideas or creative work as one’s own ● Failing to cite ideas copied or paraphrased from study aids or literary criticisms ● Use of online/computer generated translation 16

Any behavior, which can be defined as cheating or plagiarism represents a violation of mutual trust and respect essential to education at Rosary High School. Students who cheat or plagiarize will be subject to the following penalties the first time an incident of academic dishonesty occurs: 1. The teacher will discuss the incident with the student.

2. The student will receive a zero for the submitted work.

3. The teacher will contact the student’s parent or guardian to apprise them of the situation.

4. The teacher will complete an incident report and forward it to the Dean of Student Services and the student’s counselor.

5. The Dean of Student Services will meet with the student and issue two detentions.

The Dean of Student Services will keep a record of the incident.

A second occurrence of academic dishonesty within the same class: 1. The teacher will discuss the incident with the student.

2. The teacher will complete an incident report and forward it to the Dean of Student Services and the student’s counselor.

3. The Dean of Student Services and guidance counselor will meet with the student and her parent/guardian.

4. The student will receive a failing grade for the quarter in the class where the incident took place.

5. The student will be placed on disciplinary probation.

6. The Dean of Student Services will keep a record of the incident.

A second occurrence of academic dishonesty, not in the same class, but within a student’s career at Rosary will result in the following: 1. The teacher will discuss the incident with the student.

2. The teacher will complete an incident report and forward it to the Dean of Student Services and the student’s counselor.

3. The dean and guidance counselor will meet with the student and her parent/guardian.

4. The student will not receive credit for the submitted work.

5. The student will be placed on disciplinary probation.

6. The Dean of Student Services will keep a record of the incident.

A third incident of academic dishonesty within a student’s career at Rosary will require the student to appear before the Review Board and could result in expulsion.

Violations of the Anti-Bullying /Anti-Harassment Policy Anti-Bullying /Anti-Harassment Policy Respect for all individuals is a primary component of our community of faith. Rosary is committed to providing a learning environment that is free from bullying and harassment in any form. Rosary will treat allegations of bullying / harassment seriously and will review and investigate such allegations in a prompt, confidential, and thorough manner. Incidents should be reported to administration.

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A charge of bullying / harassment shall not, in and of itself, create the presumption of wrongdoing. However, substantiated acts of bullying / harassment will result in disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal.

Bullying / harassment occurs when any action, word, or behavior subjects any member of the Rosary community or public at large to treatment that intimidates, humiliates, degrades or puts another at risk of emotional and/or physical harm.

Bullying is prohibited during any school-sponsored education program or activity; while in school, on school property, on school vehicles or waiting for school vehicle rides, at school– sponsored or school-sanctioned events or activities; or through the transmission of information from a computer, a computer network, or other similar electronic equipment. This policy is not limited to conduct that occurs on the premises of Rosary High School.

“Bullying” means any severe or pervasive physical or verbal act or conduct including communications made in writing or electronically (“cyber bullying”) directed toward a student or students that has or can be reasonably predicted to have the effect of one or more of the following: 1. Placing the student or students in reasonable fear of harm to the student’s (students’) person or property; 2. Causing a substantially detrimental effect on the student’s (students’) physical or mental health; 3. Substantially interfering with the student’s (students’) academic performance; or 4. Substantially interfering with the student’s (students’) ability to participate in or benefit from the services, activities, or privileges provided by Rosary High School.

Bullying may take various forms, including without limitation one or more of the following (This list is meant to be illustrative and non-exhaustive.):  Harassment, threats, intimidation, stalking, physical violence, sexual harassment, sexual violence, theft, public humiliation, destruction of property, or retaliation for asserting or alleging an act of bullying  Spoken or written intimidation whether physical, emotional, or social  Bullying through verbal harassment: derogatory comments and jokes, threatening words spoken to another person, name calling, rumor spreading  Bullying through physical harassment: unwanted physical touching, contact, assault, deliberate impeding or blocking movements, or any intimidating interference with normal work or movement  Bullying through visual harassment: derogatory, demeaning, or inflammatory posters, cartoons, written words, drawings, or gestures  Bullying through electronic harassment: derogatory or hostile comments sent via the internet (social media, instant messaging, emails, etc.) or via cell phones (text messaging); dissemination of private communications in the same manner; examples of “cyber bullying” includes but is not limited to the use of e-mail, web sites, text messaging, electronic photos or video, and social media (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.) to harass or intimidate 18

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Bullying through sexual harassment: unwelcomed sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature

It is the student’s responsibility to: ● Conduct herself in a manner that contributes to a positive school environment. ● Avoid any activity that may be considered discriminatory, intimidating, harassing, or bullying behavior. ● Immediately inform anyone bullying / harassing her that the behavior is offensive and unwelcome. ● Report all incidents of discrimination, bullying, or harassment to Administration.

These procedures will be followed for filing and investigating a bullying / harassment claim: 1. The student may first choose to tell the individual causing the bullying / harassment that his/her conduct is offensive and must stop. The student must report the bullying / harassment directly to Administration or to a trusted adult in the building who will assist in reporting the bullying / harassment to the Administration.

2. After reporting alleged bullying / harassment, the student may be asked to complete a formal, written complaint. The claim will be investigated thoroughly, involving only the necessary parties. Information will be protected and shared only on a “need to know” basis within the boundaries of an investigation.

3. The investigation may include a meeting with the alleged bully / harasser and the person bringing the allegations. Guardian(s) of the students involved may be included in the meeting. If applicable, the alleged bully / harasser will be placed on administrative leave during the course of the investigation.

4. Once the facts of the case have been gathered, the Principal, in consultation with the Disciplinary Board, will decide what, if any, disciplinary action is warranted.

The disciplinary action will relate to the nature, context, and seriousness of the bullying / harassment and may include all disciplinary actions up to and including immediate termination/expulsion.

5. If the complaint is against a non-employee or non-student, such as a parent, volunteer, or vendor, the school will report the incident to the appropriate authorities.

Students who violate the Anti-Bullying / Anti-Harassment Policy will be subject to the discipline policy of Rosary High School.

Attacks on School Personnel “Upon receiving a written complaint from school personnel, the Principal or designee shall report an incident of battery committed against a teacher, teacher personnel, administrative personnel, or education support personnel to the local law enforcement authorities immediately after the occurrence of the attack and to the Illinois State Police’s Illinois Uniform Crime Reporting Program no later than 3 days after the occurrence. Note that reporting through the Uniform Crime Reporting Program does not satisfy the requirement to report the incident to local law enforcement authorities as well.” (105 ILCS 5/10-21.7) 19

Gangs Rosary High School will not tolerate gang or cult activity. Visible signs of gang or cult affiliation or representation, and/or gang graffiti or symbols on textbooks, notebooks, or clothing, will result in suspension or expulsion, and the Aurora Police Department will be contacted.

Dress Code A student’s attire reflects not only her personal image, but also the image of Rosary High School.

To maintain a high standard and reflect a positive image, all students must adhere to the dress code outlined below. (All undergarments must not be visible.) Students are to be in compliance with this dress code when arriving at school.

SKIRT ● Skirts must be longer than the student’s fingertips when the student’s arms are resting at her sides, but not shorter than 3-4 inches from the top of the knee. ● Shorts worn under the skirt must not be visible.

BLOUSES/POLO SHIRTS/SWEATSHIRTS ● WHITE RHS monogrammed oxford or polo shirt ● Freshmen and sophomores may wear a green or white monogrammed polo. ● Juniors and seniors may wear a light blue or white monogrammed polo. ● Plain white shirts or turtleneck shirts may be worn underneath the blouse or polo shirt.

Club/Event T-shirt Days:  T-shirts representing a club or event may be worn on special occasions with the preapproval of administration.  The t-shirt is to be worn with the uniform skirt and must not be covered by a sweater, sweatshirt, or jacket.  Long-sleeved shirts may be worn underneath the club/activity t-shirt.

SWEATERS/ VESTS  Blue or green uniform with the Rosary monogram worn properly  Rosary fleece: long sleeve or vest SOCKS/TIGHTS ● Any solid shade of white, dark green, navy blue, gray, or black socks or tights is appropriate. ● Socks must be visible above the ankle.

SHOES ● Black, brown, blue or white shoes are appropriate. Shoes should be a solid color but can have a bit of print, as long as it is only an accent. ● Shoes must have a sole, may not be backless, and MAY NOT be fur, fleece, or shearling lined. ● Shoes may have a short heel.

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● SHOES NOT ALLOWED: Crocs, slippers, athletic/athletic-like shoes of any kind (including canvas), or boots.

NON-UNIFORM DRESS CODE Casual Days ● All attire must be loose fitting. Pants or sweats may be full length or capri length and in good condition (no tears, holes, or shredding). Yoga pants, leggings, and jeggings are not appropriate for school attire. ● Shorts or skirts must be longer than the student’s fingertips when the student’s arms are resting at her sides, but not shorter than 3-4 inches from the top of the knee. ● Crocs, backless shoes, or slippers are not appropriate. ● Tops must cover shoulders and midriff. ● Undergarments must not be visible at any time, including colored undergarments through blouses. ● Clothing that displays inappropriate or sexually suggestive slogans or references drug or alcohol is not allowed.

Dress Up Days  All attire must be loose fitting.  Dresses or skirts must be longer than the student’s fingertips when the student’s arms are resting at her sides, but not shorter than 3-4 inches from the top of the knee.  Dress pants must be full length.  Denim is not considered dress attire.  See through, bare midriff styles, and clothing with cut-outs are not permitted.  Shoes must have a back and may not be athletic/athletic-like, Crocs, or slippers.

Spirit Day ● Students MUST wear Rosary spirit wear, Rosary club T-shirt, or full Rosary uniform on Spirit Days.

Grooming Good grooming is a reflection of the uniform and the following guidelines must be followed: ● Jewelry may be worn in moderation. ● Extreme hairstyles or unnatural hair colors are not acceptable. ● Hats are not allowed to be worn inside the building during the school day. ● Tattoos or body writing are not allowed; this includes writing on hands. ● Visible piercings are prohibited with the exception of earrings (in ears only).

Driver Education (Driver Education is not a required course and yields no academic credit.)

Driver Education is offered through West Aurora High School during the school year. Students also have the option of applying for the course through the high school district of their residence

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or purchasing the course from a commercial school. Please contact West Aurora High School for information.

Educational Travel Before a student may register for an educational travel opportunity, her name must be submitted to the administration for approval and all tuition payments must be and remain current. A student who receives financial aid from Rosary or who is the recipient of a need-based scholarship is not eligible to participate in educational travel.

Each teacher/sponsor may set her requirements for participation which may include an evaluation of the applicant’s prior conduct. Any student on disciplinary probation or with a history of discipline or attendance problems will be excluded from educational travel. All students participating in educational travel are representing Rosary High School and are subject to all school regulations and the Student Code of Conduct.

Emergency School Closings In inclement weather, Rosary will continue using an automated phone calling system to notify parents/guardians of a cancellation or a late start schedule (Homeroom period begins at 8:50 a.m.; dismissal at 2:53 p.m.). Students are also encouraged to check Rosary’s website for weather-related announcements.

Exams The semester exam grade counts one-fifth, and each quarter grade counts two-fifths of each semester grade. Semester grades are recorded on the student's’ permanent academic record. In order to better prepare our college-bound students for comprehensive exams required in college, all students are required to take all examinations.

Semester exam schedules are posted the week prior to exams. All students must be out of the building by 1:00 p.m. Each exam is one hour and fifteen minutes long. Students are not permitted to leave if they finish early.

A casual day dress code will be in effect during exam week. Students who fail to comply with dress code regulations will not be admitted to their exams.

Extracurricular Eligibility Athletics, Cheerleading, and Dance Team: Members of athletic teams are governed by the rules of the IHSA and GCAC. Athletes must be in attendance the entire school day to compete. An athlete who misses part of the school day due to a medical appointment or family emergencies (funerals) may participate in a game if she has documentation.

A member of a Rosary Team must complete the following requirements: sign a contract agreeing to follow the policies of the Athletic Program and Athletes Code of Conduct, pay a $200.00 participation fee ($150 for 2nd & 3rd sports).

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Each athlete is expected to maintain a minimum of a "C" average in each subject weekly or be working to her ability. A weekly check will be made by the Athletic Administrative Assistant on Wednesday’s. The athlete will be notified of any unacceptable grade averages in a subject(s).

When an athlete has received a warning she will be contacted by her coach and/or the AD. You will have two weeks to show improvement. The athlete who is placed on probation and will have a weekly grade card issued to monitor progress. The athlete should talk with her instructor to find out what she needs to do to improve or if a tutor is needed.

An Athlete who is signed for (3) consecutive weeks in a subject will be suspended from competition until improvement is shown. The athlete may attend practice for a limited time with consent from her parents when she is suspended. This will help her not lose physical conditioning and team strategies. Ineligibility starts the following Monday of the week signed.

Physical examinations are required each year for all athletes. A medical group comes to Rosary in May to perform a sports physical to all interested students for a very nominal fee. (For a family rate, all the student’s brothers and sisters needing a physical may arrange for appointments.) Call the school for dates and times.

All sports fees must be paid before uniforms are issued. All uniforms must be returned, washed and clean, within five days following the end of the season. Failure to do so will result in a detention. If the uniform has not been returned after a detention has been served, the student will be charged for the replacement cost of the uniform.

Rosary High School’s daily athletic activities may be checked by visiting the school’s website at www.rosaryhs.com. The athletic handbook is also available at this site.

Student Leaders: In any school year, a student may serve in only one of the following positions: ● Student Council Executive Board President or Vice President ● Senior Class President ● National Honor Society President or Vice President ● Senior Retreat Team member ● Yearbook Editor / Co-Editor The following criteria must be met in order to qualify as a candidate for election to any student office or for selection to the Senior Retreat Team, Kairos Team, or Dominican Preachers. These same criteria must be maintained in order to continue serving in those offices ● Consistently follow school policies and rules ● Exhibit good character, leadership, and dependability based on faculty evaluation ● Have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better ● Maintain a “C” average in every class ● If below a “C” average, the teacher must confirm that the student is working up to potential in that class. ● May not be on disciplinary probation ● Participate in the leadership training when required Once elected, student leaders must maintain the above criteria.

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Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Federal law protects the privacy of student education records. FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to their children's education records. These rights transfer to the student when she reaches the age of 18. The entire policy can be accessed online by typing FERPA into your web search engine.

Financial Aid Policy Financial aid is available through the Educational Ministry Fund of the Springfield Dominican Sisters, the Adopt-a-Student Fund in the Annual Appeal and the generosity of benefactors.

Financial aid is administered by the FACTS Management Company. Grants are determined by Rosary's Administration and the Business Office Manager.

The guidelines for financial aid are: o The online application (www.factstuitionaid.com) must be completed by the first Friday in February. However, if your financial situation changes, you may contact the principal anytime during the year. o Applications must be filed every year. All children in the family should be included in the application, not just the students attending Rosary. o All support documentation must be complete or the application will not be reviewed. o Those documents include the most recent tax returns and W-2 forms. o Unless there are extraordinary circumstances, financial aid will not be awarded to those whose combined incomes or liquid assets exceed $100,000. o If you are facing extraordinary financial circumstances, please write a letter to the Principal describing the situation. The letter will be confidential. o Families who receive financial aid are strongly encouraged to participate in the High Endeavors Program. o Students who receive financial aid from Rosary are not eligible for educational travel.

Finances should not deter a family from choosing Rosary for their daughter. Please be assured that we will work with families who are in need.

Grading System Description Grades are determined on the basis of all work for a particular class period - daily work, assignments, class participation, and quiz / test scores. Allowance is made for the teacher’s professional discretion. Advanced Placement courses are weighted. College courses are graded according to the college grading scale; these grades have no plus or minus attached.

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EXCELLENT: The student accomplishes all objectives set forth, actively seeks to contribute to a positive classroom experience and reaches mastery in the subject area that is judged superior.

ABOVE AVERAGE: Student achievement of objectives set forth is above the norm, has sought to become involved in a real way in the educational experience and exerts a positive influence in the classroom.

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C

AVERAGE: Student achieves basic objectives set forth by the teacher, cooperates with the techniques and experiences employed by the teacher, attitude is open and acceptable.

BELOW AVERAGE: Student falls short in a significant way in meeting the stated class objectives and fails to reach class achievement; a personal interview with the teacher is needed.

PASSING: Generally, for students who try but are not capable of doing better.

Occasionally, may be applied according to adjusted grading scale.

FAILED: Student does not meet minimal mastery level.

INCOMPLETE: When a student has out-standing work within a quarter due to serious illness, hospitalization, or other extenuating circumstances known to administration, she will receive an “I” until the work is completed. All work must be completed within 2 weeks or the student will be given “0” credit for the missing work and the quarter grade will be tabulated.

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Academic Letters Students earning a 4.0 term GPA or two consecutive semesters will be awarded a Rosary High School academic letter. Academic letters will be awarded each fall and spring. Once a student has earned an academic letter, she will be awarded pins for subsequent success according to the same criterion.

Honor Roll First Honors: 3.75 GPA and above / Second Honors: 3.25-3.74 GPA 25

In addition to the required averages, a student must carry a grade of “C” or better in every subject to qualify for the honor roll. Any student on disciplinary probation will be excluded from the honor roll during the time of her probation.

Graduation Policy The Candle Rose Award and graduation ceremonies are privileges accorded graduating seniors who have fulfilled all required credits as listed in the current curriculum guide, who have not committed a serious violation of school policy during their senior year, and who have completed all financial arrangements with the school.

Hall Passes A student may not be in the halls during class time without a pass.

Health Services Physical Exam/ Immunizations

By Illinois law all students entering ninth grade are required to present proof of a recent physical exam and a complete history of immunizations. A vision exam is recommended but not required. Students not in compliance by October 15th will be excluded from school.

Meningitis New Illinois State Law: “Beginning with the school year 2015-2016 any child entering the 12th grade shall show proof of having received two doses of meningococcal conjugate vaccine prior to entering the 12th grade. The first dose shall have been received on or after the 11th birthday and the second dose shall have been received on or after the 16th birthday, at least eight weeks after the first dose. If the first dose is administered when the child is 16 years of age or older, only one dose is required.”

Documentation must include the date the vaccine was given. The following forms will be accepted as a record of complying with this requirement:    

A letter or note from your health care provider A printout from your provider’s electronic medical record Current Certificate of Child Health Examination form A printout from the pharmacy where the MCV was administered

If your daughter has not received one dose of the meningitis vaccine (Brand name: Menactra or Manveo) after their 16th birthday prior to the first day of senior year she will be excluded from school as described in the School Code of Illinois. Forms need to be received by August 14th.

Administering Medication in School Only those medications, which are absolutely necessary to maintain the child in school, and must be given during school hours, will be administered. An office employee shall be responsible for the administration of medication during the school day. Other school personnel may volunteer to administer medication if they have been instructed by the administrative employees.

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1. Parents must follow these guidelines for ALL medications (including over-thecounter medication): 2. The Rosary High School Medication Authorization Form requesting that medication is given during school hours must be filled out and signed by a physician and signed by a parent/guardian.

3. If a child has medical needs that require that they carry their medication, the physician must indicate (and initial) that on a special Medical Form. (i.e. Epi-pen, inhaler) 4. Parents must provide the medication. No stock medication is available. Overthe-counter medications must be brought in the original container. Medication sent to school in baggies, envelopes, school lunches, etc. will not be administered.

Prescribed medication must be brought to school by the parent in a container labeled by the pharmacy with following clearly stated: ▪ Student’s Name ▪ Physician’s Name ▪ Name of Medication ▪ Dosage to be given ▪ Time to be administered 5. All Medication Authorization Forms need to be filled out annually. All unused medication, including over-the-counter medication must be picked up by the parent at the end of the school year.

6. The parents or guardian of the child must inform the school nurse of any changes in the child’s health status or change in medication.

When having a prescription filled, please ask the pharmacist to give you a second properly labeled bottle for the school.

Per the state of Illinois, medical marijuana is not allowed on school campuses.

Water bottles, gym shoes, rolling book bags or any other variation to the uniform/school policy requires a physician’s order. Water bottles may be used for short terms upon approval from the office staff.

Communicable Diseases It is the responsibility of Rosary High School to meet Illinois State requirements and regulations with regard to the control of communicable diseases. A communicable disease shall be any illness or condition that is defined as such by the State of Illinois. Rosary High School shall define the procedures to be followed for the control of communicable diseases in the school.

These regulations are designed to provide effective precautions against transmission of disease in the school setting. They apply to students and staff and address immunization, exposure to blood or other body fluids, viral and bacterial disease, sanitation and exclusion procedures.

Nurse’s Room If a student becomes ill during a school day, she must report to the nurse or school personnel in the office. No student will be permitted in the nurse’s room from 7:50 am - 8:30 a.m. unless it is 27

an emergency. Students in the nurse’s room will be considered absent from that class period. A student may not go home unless her parent/guardian has been contacted by the office.

Pregnancy Policy If a student should become pregnant, the parents are required to contact the principal. The administration and counseling department will use their discretionary authority to determine the most appropriate action for a particular student. Ordinarily, she would be allowed to remain in school. This is dependent on the parents’/guardians’ expressed request, the student’s health and her willingness to conform to the school’s written expectations. This practice is not to be interpreted as acceptance of sexual activity outside of marriage but rather as support for the life of the unborn child and for the educational well-being of the student. The student will be expected to conduct herself in such a way as not to draw undue attention to her pregnancy.

Confidentiality The identity of an individual with HIV/AIDS and all health records and other pertinent files shall be kept confidential in accordance with the law.

Illness Please keep your student home if she has a fever of 100 or above, a continuous cough, or other symptoms that would contribute to the spread of illness. A student may not return to school or extracurricular activities until she is fever free for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medication.

High Endeavors Our High Endeavors Program is designed to benefit both students and staff. Student benefits come in tuition credits and scholarships. By using gift cards from High Endeavors, many families routinely save $500 to $1000 yearly on tuition. The cards cover many basic necessities: food, gas and clothing. You have nothing to lose and a great deal to gain. Please consult the school website (www.rosaryhs.com). The High Endeavor scholarships are awarded to juniors and seniors who qualify for financial aid, have a good service record, and whose parents participate in the program.

All families are strongly encouraged to participate in this program which is a blessing to our entire school community.

Identification Cards Each student is required to wear the Rosary lanyard and ID card while in the school building.

Failure to wear the official lanyard and a current ID will result in being sent to the office to obtain a temporary ID and receive a WARNING. Subsequent lost IDs and lanyards may be replaced in the office for the cost of $3. If a student withdraws from Rosary during the school year, she must turn in her ID and lanyard to the Dean of Student Services.

Kairos A student is eligible to participate in a three day KAIROS retreat in the spring of her junior year or the fall of her senior year.

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Library In order to maximize utilization of the library, students must observe the following rules: 1. Quiet is observed at all times so that each student may study or do research without distraction.

2. All books and materials must be checked out and returned at the proper time.

Fines/detentions are levied for overdue books.

3. Grades may be held and detentions issued until all books are returned and all fines paid.

4. Students are responsible for knowing and observing library regulations. Failure to do so may result in students being denied use of the library.

5. Students may sign up to spend their study hall period in the library (the previous day in their study hall or before school each morning in the library).

Lockers (located in the academic wings and the locker rooms) ● Each student is responsible for the locker assigned to her. Lockers are not to be shared. ● All lockers are to be kept locked at all times for security purposes. Failure to do so will result in a detention issued to the locker owner. ● The school will not be held liable for the loss of property due to personal negligence. ● Magnets are the only acceptable method of posting materials to lockers. Defacing lockers or posting inappropriate material to any locker will result in disciplinary action. Please, do not tape anything to the lockers. ● Lockers are the property of the school and, as such, administrators and designated personnel have access to them at all times.

Inspection of Student Property or Lockers In order to maintain order and security, school authorities are permitted under Illinois law to inspect and search school property and property belonging to students, including lockers, desks, parking lots, and other school property and equipment owned or controlled by the school, and students’ personal effects left in those places and areas.

The inspection may occur without notice to or the consent of the students, and without a search warrant.

Students have no reasonable expectation of privacy in these places and areas or in their personal effects left in these places and areas.

If search produces evidence that the student has violated or in violating either the law, local ordinance, or the school’s policies or rules, school authorities may seize the evidence, and disciplinary action may be taken against the student. School authorities may also turn over such evidence to law enforcement authorities.

Students whose property is not subject to the inspection and/or who are otherwise not involved should be barred from the area(s) where the inspection is being conducted, to the extent possible and practical. Such measures preserve the privacy rights of the student(s) whose property is being subjected to the inspection. The school may bar the involved student from the inspection if the student is likely to interfere with the 29

inspection, health, and safety issues are presented, or reasoned judgment indicated such to be prudent.

The inspection of a student’s property and any information or material resulting from such inspection shall not be shared with anyone other than the student and/or her parent or guardian and other who have a ‘need to know’.

Lost & Found Each student will be responsible for her belongings. Found items will be placed in the school Lost & Found located in the hallway near Main Office.

Media Release Policy Rosary High School wishes to recognize our students through various media outlets such as television, radio, print, and Rosary’s website. This publicity not only highlights individual and group achievements but also increases Rosary’s visibility in the broader community.

Rosary High School will publish the names and photographs of students involved in an important activity or achievement in one or more of the following media. ● Broadcast media such as television, video, or radio ● Print media such as newspapers, magazines, parish bulletins ● Rosary High School promotional and recruitment materials ● Rosary High School website ● Press releases to the various media outlets Parents will grant their permission to have this information published by checking the line marked “permission granted” on the Media Release Form. By signing this form, your permission will be effective for one year. Parents who DO NOT WANT their daughter’s name or photograph published to recognize her achievements or to promote the school must check the line marked “permission denied” on the Media Release Form. By signing this form, permission will be denied for one year.

Messages Every effort is made not to interrupt the educational process. Parents are asked to keep message requests to a minimum. Messages are placed on the student message board. It is the student’s responsibility to check the board for messages. In the event that a student is called to the office, she is expected to report immediately. If multiple requests must be made, the office may issue a detention. IPAD USE IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY! Messaging with parents via iPads is NOT ALLOWED during the school day. Students will earn detentions for messaging during the school day, whether they are messaging with parents or friends.

Messaging, whether it is with a parent or friend distracts the student from the educational process. Students and parents are ALWAYS welcome to communicate with one another through the Main Office.

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Missing Person/Her School Record “Upon notification by the Illinois State Police of a person’s disappearance, the school in which the student is currently or was previously enrolled shall flag the record. The school shall immediately report any request concerning flagged records or knowledge as to the whereabouts of any missing person to the Illinois State Police. Upon notification by the Illinois State Police that the missing person has been recovered, the school shall remove the flag from the student’s record.” (Section 5(a) of the Missing Children Records Act, 325 ILCS 50/5)

National Honor Society NHS candidates are evaluated in four areas: Scholarship, Service, Leadership, and Character.

Candidates are expected to meet all of the following requirements: Scholarship Candidates must have - 3.5 (weighted) GPA by the end of the 5th semester to be eligible for membership. Beginning with the class of 2018, candidates must have a 3.75 (weighted) GPA by the end of the 5th semester.

Service Candidates must show a pattern of continuous service over high school career in any of the areas of school, church or community.  Juniors must have a minimum of 50 hours by the December service hour due date to be considered for candidacy.  Only hours documented on the candidate’s school service record will be counted.  Students who regularly (more than one time) fail to submit service hours on or before deadlines will not be eligible for NHS membership.

Leadership There are two ways leadership is evaluated.  Candidates will submit a list of school, community, and church activities in which they have actively participated during their five high school semesters. Candidates will provide contact information for activity advisors for possible verification.  Rosary faculty will evaluate candidates’ leadership in the classroom on a numerical scale. The three leadership categories evaluated are: A. Demonstrates initiative in the classroom including: 1. Shares knowledge with the class 2. Is self-motivated 3. Asks relevant questions 4. Demonstrates concern for others B. Upholds school ideals and inspires positive attitudes in the classroom or extracurricular activities including: 1. Includes other in class/activities 2. Treats others with respect 3. Displays a positive work ethic 4. Encourages others 31

C. Demonstrates reliability in the classroom or extracurricular activities including: 1. Arrives prepared for class/activity 2. Is punctual with assignments and projects 3. Fulfills commitments 4. Makes efficient use of time Character  The Dean of Students will review the list of candidates and will alert the NHS moderator of any candidates who have had significant disciplinary issues while at Rosary.  In addition, each candidate will provide one out of school (non-related) character recommendation form. Satisfactory recommendations must be obtained.  A brief character form will be submitted by all the candidates’ current teachers and moderators. In addition, the candidate will provide one out-of-school (non-related) character recommendation form. Satisfactory recommendations must be obtained.  The NHS Moderator will receive a list from the guidance department of eligible candidates based on juniors’ cumulative GPAs in February. The Moderator will then check that each eligible candidate has at least 50 service hours recorded in campus ministry. The Moderator will announce a meeting for potential candidates and at the candidate meeting will review the membership process and will hand out paperwork.

Failure to return the required information by the date(s) specified will prevent a candidate from continuing in the membership process. Candidates will be notified of their membership by letter.

Policy on Parental Cooperation As members of the community of Rosary High School, we each have a moral and ethical obligation to foster and promote the Catholic values our faith represents. The cooperation of parents is especially vital. The manner in which parents address their concerns through their personal conduct must be consistent with Catholic values, whether at Rosary or during any school related function. The failure to meet these conduct expectations shall be address in accordance with this policy.

The following is a sampling of conduct that will not be tolerated: 1. Disrespect to any person at Rosary or at a school related function 2. Raising voices, foul language or name-calling directed at any staff members, teacher, child, coach, volunteer, other parents, administrators, religious or clergy member 3. Any physical assault 4. Any other activity considered by Rosary’s administration to be threatening or disrespectful to another, disruptive to Rosary and /or inconsistent with the Catholic values Rosary strives to uphold Rosary reserves the right, in its discretion, to determine when a violation of this policy has occurred.

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Any violation of this policy, as determined by Rosary, may result in corrective action. Corrective action that may be taken may include, but is not limited to, verbal, written warning(s), meeting(s) with the involved parent and exclusion from school events and/or expulsion of the parent’s daughter (s) from Rosary High School.

A parent who violates this policy may be warned regarding unacceptable behavior; Rosary will endeavor to provide a warning to a parent prior to taking more severe action. However, depending upon the involved parent’s record of conduct and/or severity of the misconduct in questions, parents are not guaranteed that advance warning will be given prior to being excluded from future Rosary events and /or expulsion of the parent’s daughter(s) from Rosary. The presence of aggravating factors (including the presence of children during the conduct in question, the severity of the behavior, and pattern or record of unacceptable behavior etc.) shall be considered.

Personal Property Please do not carry large amounts of money in your purse. Leave valuable belongings at home.

Purses should be carried with you or locked in your locker at all times. The school will not be held liable for loss of property due to personal negligence.

Property: Care, Use and Protection Students are responsible for the proper care of all books, supplies, and furniture supplied by the school.

Students are encouraged to take pride in their school and are expected to leave it in good condition for the students who follow them. Vandals will be responsible for all repairs to and replacement of property. Deliberate destruction or defacement of school property is cause for disciplinary action.

Stealing from the school or another student will not be tolerated. A student guilty of stealing will be subject to discipline.

Public Transportation and Rosary/Marmion High School Bus All Rosary High School students who ride any form of public transportation or the Rosary bus are expected to act in a manner that shows consideration for the driver/conductor and for the safety of the other passengers. Those students who are reported for smoking, vulgar or obscene language, making excessive noise, showing disrespect, or vandalizing property may be denied transportation service and will be subject to disciplinary action according to Rosary policies.

Re-admittance Procedures During the second semester, each student will receive either a letter of acceptance or withdrawal for the next school term or a letter that places her on probation with specific procedures to be followed during the third and fourth quarter of school. At the end of the school year the student and her parents / guardians will be notified as to her satisfactory fulfillment of the probationary requirements. At that time, she may apply for acceptance or request a transfer. If the student is 33

denied acceptance and her parents would like to appeal to the Review Board on her behalf, they may request a hearing appointment from the Principal.

Report Cards Report cards are posted quarterly on TeacherEase. All assignments and tests must be completed within two weeks following the end of the term if the student has received an “incomplete” grade. Failure to do so merits an F. Parents are encouraged to check TeacherEase (http://www.teacherease.com) on a weekly basis to keep abreast of their daughter’s progress.

Search & Seizure “In order to maintain order, safety, and security in the school, school authorities are authorized to conduct reasonable searches of school property and equipment, as well as of students and their personal effects. School authorities include school liaison police officers.

School authorities may inspect and search school property and equipments owned or controlled by the school (such as lockers, desks, and parking lots), as well as personal effects left there by a student, without notice to or the consent of the student. Students have no reasonable expectation of privacy in these places or area or in their personal effects left there.

The Principal may request the assistance of law enforcement officials to conduct inspections and searches of lockers, desks, parking lots, and other school property and equipment for illegal drugs, weapons, or other illegal or dangerous substances or material, including searches conducted through the use of specialty dogs.

School authorities may search a student and/or the student’s personal effects in the student’s possession (such as purses wallets, knapsacks, book bags, lunch boxes, etc.) when there is a reasonable ground for suspecting that the search will produce evidence that the particular student has violated or is violating either the law or the school’s rules or policies. The search will be conducted in a manner that is reasonably related to its objective of the search and not excessively intrusive in light of the student’s age and the nature of the infraction.

If a search produces evidence that the student has violated or is violating either the law or the school’s policy or rules, evidence may be seized and impounded by school authorities, and disciplinary action may be taken. When appropriate, evidence may be transferred to law enforcement authorities.”

Security In order to achieve a safe and secure environment, all visitors need to be directed to the Main Office. Students should not open any doors to admit visitors. If a student encounters an individual without a visitor’s pass, she should immediately report the person to a faculty member. All students and staff members must wear the Rosary lanyard/I.D. at all times in the building.

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Selling of Items (non-Rosary) Written requests for selling items/raffle tickets for causes outside of Rosary High School should be submitted to the Principal for consideration. Requests should be made two weeks prior.

Service Hours Reflecting the mission of Rosary High School, Ten (10) service hours are to be completed in each school year. At least five (5) hours are to be submitted by the first semester due date listed in the calendar and the yearly total of at least ten hours must be submitted by the April due date.

Students who miss the service deadlines will be required to complete an additional two (2) hours in each semester hours are late. Students who regularly (more than one time) fail to submit service hours on or before deadlines will not be eligible for NHS membership, service awards, or being named a Catherine of Siena Scholar. Students who have not completed the service requirement in either semester will be ineligible to take semester exams. (Students will provide service or not-for-profit organizations in schools, churches, and the larger community. A list of approved not-for-profit agencies is maintained by Campus Ministry and is available in Theology classes and on Rosary’s website (www.rosaryhs.com).)

Student Activities Students are invited and encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities. Rosary High School offers a variety of clubs and organizations.

Student Council The Student Council is composed of an Executive Board chosen from the junior/senior classes, all class presidents, vice-presidents, club presidents and homeroom representatives. The Council is moderated by one or more faculty members. The function of the Council is one of service to the school and the student body and one of aid to its members in the development of leadership and responsibility. All students are invited to attend the open meetings of the General Assembly.

(See Extracurricular Eligibility.)

Student Insurance Students engaged in athletics are required to carry insurance, and insurance for all students is strongly encouraged. The school assumes no responsibility or liability for accidents or for filing claims. All claims are processed by the insured.

Student Success Center The purpose of the SSC is to assist students in reaching their fullest potential. A certified teacher(s) will be available during the school day to answer questions, tutor, and support Rosary students.

The use of technology will enhance the learning environment. This service will be available each day during study halls. The National Honor Society members may also be providing tutoring.

Students who are struggling to achieve, in any class, are encouraged to take advantage of their teachers’ posted office hours and the SSC. Students may sign up for a time in the SSC on their own initiative, but it is preferred that students do so through their instructors. Teachers recommending students to the SSC will complete a referral form. A weekly report from the SSC 35

will be sent to teachers with information of student attendance dates and area of study. Students who continue to struggle may be eligible for tutoring by a National Honor Society student.

Student Visitor Policy Students may occasionally bring guests to visit their classes. Advance notice must be given to the office and a visitor pass must be obtained. This pass must be signed by each teacher whose class will be visited.

Study Hall Procedures The following regulations for study halls will be enforced: ● All students must be in their seats when the bell rings. If a student is not, she is counted as tardy and will receive a Friday detention. ● No student may approach the teacher’s desk until ten (10) minutes after the second bell has rung unless reporting for a test. ● Study hall silence must be respected. Studying together is not permitted. ● Sleeping is not permitted. ● To use the library during study hall, the student must sign up the day before during the study hall period or in the library prior to the beginning of 1st period. ● Misuse of library privileges will result in loss of use. ● Students who have signed up for the library are to report directly to the library at the start of the period, and remain there for the entire period. ● Any student needing to take a test during study hall will have that test proctored by the study hall supervisor. ● Group passes are not issued. Each student must have her own pass. Only two passes may be issued at one time. ● Students must have a note from a teacher if they want to see that teacher during study hall.

Senior Study Hall Procedures: All seniors must report to their 1st period classes (even if 1st period is a study hall).

8th Period Senior Study Hall: Seniors scheduled for study hall during 8th period my request early dismissal. In order to obtain an “Early Dismissal Form”, seniors must report to their assigned study hall on the first day of class. Once a form has been completed, signed by a parent/guardian, and returned to school, the senior may leave the building after 7th period. These students must have a signed permission form on file. Seniors who do not have a signed early dismissal form on file, must remain in school for 8th period and are to sign in at the library at the start of the period.

Seniors who remain n school must report to the library. Sister Bernadette Marie will have the student sign in for attendance. She will issue passes to students who are to go the SC or any other area of the school Sister will send the list to Mrs. Sprott, in the attendance/main office, who will finalize the attendance records for the day.

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Substance Use/Abuse Rosary High School shall follow the provisions of the School Reporting of Drug Violation Act, 105 ILCS 127 which provides that the Principal or designee shall report all instances of drug violations to local law enforcement officials or to the office the county sheriff.

“A “drug violation” occurs when any of the following occurs on school property, on a public way within 1,000 feet of a school, or any property owned, leased, or contracted by a school to transport students to or from school or to or from a school related activity: ● A person knowingly manufactures, delivers, or possesses with the intent to deliver, or manufacture cannabis, in violation of the Cannabis Control Act, 720 ILCS 550, Section 5.2. ● A person delivers controlled, counterfeit, or a look-alike substance to a person under 18 years of age, in violation of the Illinois Controlled Substance Act, 720 ILCS 570, Sections 401 (b) and/or 407. ● A person knowingly possesses, procures, transports, stores, or delivers any methamphetamine precursor or substance containing any methamphetamine precursor in standard dosage form with the intent that is to be used to manufacture methamphetamine or a substance containing methamphetamine, in violation of the Methamphetamine Control and community protection Act, 720 ILCS 646 et.seq.”

Students are prohibited from ● using or being under the influence of alcohol or drugs at school or school related activities ● possession of drug paraphernalia or alcohol on school premises or at school related activities ● storing any drugs, drug paraphernalia, alcohol, or other intoxicants in a locker, desk, automobile or other repository on school premises or in connection with any schoolrelated activity on or off campus, and/or appearing in photos posted on the internet where the student is in possession of or in the presence of alcohol, drugs or other intoxicants Per the state of Illinois, medical marijuana is not allowed on school campuses.

Parents who violate the law by serving or supplying alcohol or other illegal substances to Rosary students will be asked to withdraw their daughter(s) from Rosary High School.

Smoking  Possession or use of tobacco is prohibited on the school premises (including Advent Christian property) and at all school functions.  Smoking publicly, while in a Rosary uniform, is prohibited.  Violation of this policy will result in a Saturday detention.  Any subsequent violation will require the student to appear before the Disciplinary Board.

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Information received regarding the above listed prohibitions Any other indications which give rise to suspicion of a violation.

Violations of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including expulsion.

Parental/guardian or student failure to cooperate in testing or to participate in an approved substance education program when those are required by the school will also result in expulsion.

Any expenses incurred will be the responsibility of the student and her parents/guardian(s). All regulations governing suspensions will apply. If a student provides false information regarding alcohol, drugs or other intoxicants the student may be disciplined. Rosary High School has in no way undertaken a duty to detect, prevent or treat drug or alcohol use by or mental health problems of its students, even where such becomes apparent as a result of this requirement When substance use by a student outside of school-related activities is brought to the attention of school administration, the student’s parents/guardian(s) will be notified and appropriate disciplinary action will be taken.

Technology / Computer Acceptable Use Policy To support students’ efforts to achieve skill in the use of technology and to provide resources for their educational development, Rosary High School makes computers available in the library, the business lab, and the mini-lab. These computers may not be used for any purpose other than an educational one without the permission of the supervisor. Internet access is available on all computers in the building. Regulations have been established to insure responsible and ethical use of technology. All students and their parents must read, sign and agree to the Acceptable Use Policy.

School Mission Use of the internet shall be consistent with Rosary High School’s mission as a Catholic college preparatory school rooted in the gospel values of Jesus Christ and committed to educating young Christian leaders in the Dominican tradition. The examples given in this document are consistent with the mission of Rosary High School.

Terms and Conditions of the Policy Access to the internet at Rosary High School is for purposes of education or research. If or when users inadvertently access inappropriate sites, they are expected to exit immediately and report the incident to a supervisor.

Privileges Use of the network and internet at school is a privilege, not an entitlement. Inappropriate use may result in the suspension or cancellation of privileges. The Principal, in consultation with the Technology Coordinator and the Advisory Team, will make all decisions regarding the suspension or cancellation of privileges.

School Technology and Personal iPad Usage Policy Use of technology is strictly for academic and administrative purposes and must be consistent with the educational objectives and mission of the school.

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In their use of technology, students are expected to model the Dominican pillars of study, prayer, community and service and emulate Rosary’s ethical standards by adhering to the following rules: I. Personal Responsibility 1. Students will arrive to school with a fully charged and fully operational and updated iPad that has all required applications installed.

2. Students will keep their device enrolled in the Rosary mobile device management (MDM) system for the entire school year. Removal of enrollment certificates will automatically suspend network access and will be referred to the Dean of Student Services for further disciplinary action.

II. Classroom Usage: 1. Student will remain ‘on task’ at all times by refraining from having other apps or materials open or actively running in the background such as games, music, videos, and eBooks/iBooks and web pages not related to the class that is currently in session.

2. Student will comply with an instructor’s specific rules regarding classroom usage of technology.

3. Students will not use digital recording/photography in a classroom without consent of the instructor.

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Network Access: 1. Student will keep her iPad connected to Rosary’s network during the entire school day (from first bell to dismissal bell) and will not connect to other networks, personal or commercial, public or private.

2. Students with Cellular data connection will disable their connection for the entire school day.

3. Students will not share/reveal her network ID and password or network access.

4. Students will not use any application or network profile that allows her to circumvent (intentionally or unintentionally) RHS’s filtering software and hardware or RHS’s network.

5. Students will not access RHS’s network with another student or faculty login.

6. Users identifying a problem must report it immediately to the supervising teacher.

Demonstrating the problem to other users is a violation of security and will be dealt with as such.

IV. Social Media Usage 1. Students will refrain from using all forms of social media and chat/messaging programs during the entire school day (from first bell to dismissal bell).

2. Students will not post to social media platforms or distribute to publically available web sites any photos, or video/audio recorded or taken on school grounds during the entire school day (from first bell to dismissal bell).

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3. It is inappropriate for students to communicate via social media, applications or chat networks with any faculty or staff member.

V. Digital Conduct/General Rules: 1. A student may not engage in video or audio recordings of anyone without his/her specific and express permission of all those portrayed or recorded.

2. A student will not use her iPad or other device in locker rooms or restrooms.

3. A student will not engage in commercial non-educational activities of any kind while connected to Rosary’s network. This includes downloading or purchasing of noneducational media, such as music, videos and apps or shopping.

4. A student will not use or download unauthorized material whether copyrighted or not.

VI. Compliance & Enforcement: 1. The student understands that, if concerns arise, any instructor, the Dean of Student Services or member of the technology staff has the right to monitor network usage and inspect or confiscate any device for compliance without notice. First time offenses may be issued a warning or detention. Repeated violations will be addressed by the Dean of Student Services.

2. An instructor may suspend or revoke a student’s privilege to use an iPad in class. Such loss may require a student to submit handwritten work. Suspension of network privileges may, at the discretion of each individual instructor, have a negative effect on any graded assignments or class participation affected.

3. In the event a student loses her personal device privileges, a she may rent an RHS owned and supervised device at the rate of $10.00 per week. If the student declines this offer, she will be expected to complete assignments as if she has access to an iPad unless an instructor provides, at his/her discretion, alternative assignments and/or methods of submitting class work.

Telephone Use The office phones may be used by the students with permission. No one is excused from class or study hall to use the phone. For emergency situations during the school day, a pass for phone use will be issued in the office. Abuse of the phone can result in privileges being revoked. (See Cellular Telephone Use for mobile phone guidelines.)

TUITION POLICY Tuition expenses are established in the spring of each year.

Tuition Cost: $9300 Tuition does not include books.

Tuition rate for third student concurrently attending Rosary is half of the full price.

Families can pay tuition in one of two ways: ● One Annual Payment (before the first day of school in August) ● Scheduled payments via the FACTS Tuition Management Program 40

A $30 late fee will be assessed, by FACTS, if a payment is ten days late.

Seniors tuition payments must be current to participate in Candle-Rose or Graduation ceremonies. Tuition payments must be current in order to return the following semester. Tuition must be paid in full in order to return the following school year. Official transcripts will not be issued until all financial obligations have been met.

Additional fees: Yearbook, $50; Graduation, $100; Kairos and sport fees.

All fees are included in tuition.

If you have any questions, please contact Business Manager, Cindy Ybarra (630) 896-0831 x15 or email at cybarra@rosaryhs.com

Weapons It is prohibited for a student to possess a weapon or look alike weapon on school premises, or at any time in connection with school-related activities. Included within the prohibition is the possession, sale, distribution, manufacture, receipt, seeking of the sale or trade of, or use of any firearm, knife, martial arts device or other object which, at the school’s discretion, may reasonably be considered a weapon. Violations of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including expulsion from Rosary.

Firearms on School Property/Premises The Illinois firearm concealed Carry Act prohibits the carrying of firearms on school premises or into a school building or any other facility operation by a school, such as a school’s outdoor sports fields/stadium. This is the rule, regardless of whether the individual carrying the weapon has a concealed carry license.

Reporting Firearms on School Property/Premises to Authorities Upon receiving a report from any school personnel regarding a verified incident involving a firearm in the school or on school owned or leased property, the Principal or designee shall report such firearm-related incident occurring in the school or on school property to the local law enforcement authorities no later than 24 hours after the occurrence of the incident and to the Illinois State Police.

The Principal/designee reports to the Illinois State Police can be made through the School Incident Reporting System (“SIRS”), a web-based application used by schools to report incidents electronically. Note that reporting through SIRS does not satisfy the requirement to report the incident to local law enforcement authorities as well.

Link for electronic reports: http://www.isbe.state.il.us/research/pdfs/UsersGuideV1.pdf (105 ILCS 5/27.1A, 5/34-8.05) Additional Requirements When the Person in Possession of the Firearm Is a Student of Rosary In the event a student is in possession of a firearm, either a) On school grounds, which includes in the school building on school property, or b) On a public right of way within 1,000 feet of the school, or 41

c) In or on any property owned, leased or contracted by the school to transport students to and from school or a school related activity, the Principal shall immediately notify the parents or guardians of the student within 48 hours of becoming aware of the student’s possession of the firearm; and the Principal shall also make the reports to the local law enforcement authorities and to the Illinois State Police, as described in the Reporting Firearms on School Property/Premises section above.

POLICE WILL BE NOTIFIED IN ALL INCIDENTS THAT WARRANT SUCH AN ACTION AS DETERMINED BY THE SCHOOL.

Work Permits Work permits are issued in the office to students under age 16. Students wishing to obtain a work permit must present their birth certificate and verification of employment. Verification forms are available in the school office.

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