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MMiissssiioonn SSttaatteemmeenntt

““WWee aarree aa CCaatthhoolliicc ccoommmmuunniittyy sseeeekkiinngg ggrroowwtthh iinn kknnoowwlleeddggee aanndd ffaaiitthh bbyy

ssuuppppoorrttiinngg oonnee aannootthheerr..””

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eemmoottiioonnaall,, ssoocciiaall,, aanndd pphhyyssiiccaall ggrroowwtthh..

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rreessppeecctt aanndd ttoolleerraannccee..

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aanndd sseerrvviiccee ttoo tthhee WWoorrlldd CChhuurrcchh -- aa cchhuurrcchh ffoorr aallll GGoodd’’ss ppeeooppllee..

WWWWWWWWee bbeelliieevvee iinn hhooppee -- ffoorr aallll ssttuuddeennttss aass tthheeyy llooookk ttoowwaarrdd tthhee ffuuttuurree wwiitthh

ooppttiimmiissmm aanndd ffaaiitthh..

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tthhee eexxcceelllleennccee ooff aallll iinnddiivviidduuaallss –– UUnnccoonnddiittiioonnaallllyy.

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““TThhee CChhiilldd GGrreeww WWiissee aanndd SSttrroonngg””

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Prayer – Students and staff are challenged to model the teachings of Jesus Christ in all situations. Prayer forms the basis of the expression of our faith journey together.

Responsibility to others – Students and staff will respond affirmatively to one another. They will “Be Positive, Be Pleasant & Be Polite”.

Responsibility to the learning process – Students will be vigilant in meeting these three components related to their learning process. They will “Be Prepared, Be Punctual & Be Productive.”

Participate – Students and staff are encouraged to make our school the best it can be by freely sharing their gifts and talents. Embracing every opportunity to participate in school functions will make for a memorable and enjoyable High School experience.

Pride – Students and staff are asked to take pride in their academic pursuits and in their school. Generally, those that operate within this code of conduct have an easy way to glean pride in themselves and our school.

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St. Joseph Catholic High School Staff for 2010-2011

Administrative Core

Michael Matheson Principal Brian Sawchuk Vice-Principal Jennifer Rimmer Vice-Principal Administrative Team Denis MacIsaac Classroom Support Teacher Rebecca Beauchamp PE Department Head Brenda Beaulieu High School (Gr. 11-12) Counsellor Colleen Blimke Social Studies Department Head Jennifer Rimmer Science Department Head Amy Woodward English Department Head Janelle Jamieson CTS Department Head Doris Duret Math Department Head Pam Martin Junior High (Gr. 9-10) School Counsellor Michel Lemay Religious Studies & Languages Department Head

Faculty

Shawn Allison Christine Baptist Rebecca Beauchamp Brenda Beaulieu Cheryl Bezovie Angela Biblow Colleen Blimke Chelsey Burbee Serge Couture Sarah Crossey Donna deBruin

Terrence deBruin Doris Duret Leanne Germann Karen Gorman Bernie Griffin Tatum Hegland Matt Johnston Victoria King Jason Kosik Jared Leach Michel Lemay

Paulette Long Jessica Mahoney Pam Martin Mike Matheson Catherine McDonald Joel McLeod Richard Nasedkin Greg Oppedisano Trevor Pritchard Jennifer Rimmer

Kyla Ruether Brain Sawchuk Paul Sevigny Phil Silvester Louise Sutherland Nicole Tom Huete Deidre Wald Kim Walker Amy Woodward Pat Zmean

Support Staff

Donna Ames Secretary Katherine Kapler Finance Officer Kent Cookshaw Custodian Janice Kemp Custodian Sue Davies Library/TA Suzanne Labbe Teaching Assistant Roxanne Deblois Teaching Assistant Roxanne Menjivar custodian Sandy Douville Administrative Assistant Pam Pfliger Library Lena Buechner Youth Minister Yvonne Porter Teaching Assistant Peggy Handlon Teaching Assistant Czeslaw Jasinski Head custodian Lena Lunam Teaching Assistant Wayne Tokamp Mechanics Deborah Ivany Cosmo Marlene Zwolak Custodian

District Outreach

Bernadine Schroyer Located at Catholic Education Centre @ 9902-101 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 2P4 Phone: (780) 532-3013 Fax: (780) 532-3430 email: cec@gpcsd28.ab.ca

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2010 - 2011 St Joseph Catholic High School Calendar

Month Date Event

August 20 Registration Day (Grade 11, 12) 23 Registration Day (Grade 9 10) 23-25 School councillors available for changes to timetables 31 Student’s First Day of classes

September 06 Labour day – no school 09 Open House – Meet the Teacher Night 10 Final Day for Course Changes for students 13 Staff Meeting (Early dismissal) 16 Student Photos (grades 9-11) 17 Student Photos ( grade 12 & any remaining students) 20

20 Opening Mass Day 1 of Service to Christ “Clothe a Buddy”

October 04 Staff Meeting – Early Dismissal 07 Thanksgiving Celebration 08 Professional Development for teachers (no school) 11

19 Thanksgiving Day (no school) Day 2 of Service to Christ “Help a Friend”

22 Awards Ceremony 29 Professional Development Day for teachers (no school)

November 01 Staff Meeting – Early Dismissal 04 Report Cards go out 10 Remembrance Day Celebration 12 Day off in lieu of PTI’s (no school) 11 Remembrance Day (no school) 16 Parent – Teacher interviews (4:30 – 7:30) 18 Parent – Teacher Interviews (4:30- 7:30) 19 Honour Roll Pizza Lunch 26 Professional Development For Teachers (no school) December 06 Staff meeting – Early dismissal 17 Christmas Mass & Turkey Dinner & Activity 18-31 Christmas Break

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2010 – 2011 St. Joseph Catholic High School Calenda r Continued…

January 01-02 Christmas Break 03

12 Classes Resume / Staff Meeting – Early Dismissal Day 3 of Service to Christ “Sleep with Comfort”

18 Last Day of classes for Senior High Students 19 Diploma Exams Begin 21 Last day of classes for grade 9 and Life Skills 31 Professional Development Day (no school) February 01

03 First day of second semester Day 4 of Service to Christ “Food for Life”

04 Report Cards out (1st Block) 09 Final Course Changes for students 18

21 Professional Development for teachers (no School) Family Day (no school)

March 07 Staff Meeting – Early Dismissal 09 Ash Wednesday Celebration 10-11

18 Teachers’ convention (no school) Feast of St. Joseph

25 Day off in lieu of PTI’s (in April) 28-31 Spring Break

April 1-3 Spring Break 04 Staff Meeting – Early dismissal 05

08 Report Cards go out (block one) Day 5 of Service to Christ “Restore the Church”

12, 14 Parent- Teacher Interviews (4:30 – 7:30) 21 Holy Thursday Celebration 22 Good Friday (no School) 25 Easter Monday (no school) 27 Last day to withdraw from courses for Grade 12’s

29 Honour Roll Pizza Lunch May 02 Staff Meeting – Early Dismissal 11 English 9 Provincial Achievement Exam(9:00 a.m.) 16, 17 Grad Practice 20 Grad - Convocation (PD day – no school for

students) 21 Grad Grand March 23 Victoria Day (No School)

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2010 – 2011 St. Joseph Catholic High School Calenda r Continued…

June 06 Staff Meeting – Early Dismissal 13 Part A Diploma Exam begins

June 15 Last Day of classes for Gr. 10-12/ Closing Mass & Awards

21 Last day for grade 9 and Life skills 28 Last Day for Students July Final Report Cards will be mailed home

GENERAL INFORMATION AND PROCEDURES

SCHOOL ORGANIZATIONS/CLUBS The Ceinahs & Celtics, donned in green and white, have represented St. Joseph Catholic High School through the following inter-school teams/clubs.

� Band � Badminton

� Football � Grad Committee

� Science Club � Student Council

� Basketball � Golf � Track & Field � Choir � Ice Hockey � Travel Club � Computer Skills � Intramurals � Volleyball-Junior/Senior � Curling � Rugby � Wrestling � Drama Club � SADD � Yearbook � Environthon

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ALBERTA HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA

ALBERTA HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS The requirements indicated in this chart are the minimum requirements for a student to

attain an Alberta High School Diploma. The requirements for entry into post-secondary institutions and workplaces may require additional and/or specific courses.

100 CREDITS INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS – 30 LEVEL (English Language Arts 30-1, 30-2)

SOCIAL STUDIES – 30 LEVEL (Social Studies 30 or 33)

MATHEMATICS – 20 LEVEL (Pure Mathematics 20, Applied Mathematics 20 or Mathematics 24)

SCIENCE – 20 LEVEL (Science 20, Science 24, Biology 20, Chemistry 20 or Physics 20)

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 10 ( 3 CREDITS)

CAREER & LIFE MANAGEMENT 20 (CALM 20) (3 CREDITS)

10 CREDITS IN ANY COMBINATION FROM:

• Career & Technology (CTS)

• Fine Arts • Second Language • Physical Education 20 and/or 30

• Locally developed/acquired and locally authorized courses in CTS, Fine Arts, Second Languages, Knowledge and Employability or IOP

10 CREDITS IN ANY 30 LEVEL (IN ADDITION TO A 30 LEVEL ENGLISH

LANGUAGE ARTS AND A 30 LEVEL SOCIAL STUDIES COURSE AS SPECIFIED ABOVE)

These courses may include:

• 35 – Level locally developed/acquired and locally authorized courses

• 3000 – Series: Advanced Level in Career & Technology Studies Course

• 35 – Level Work Experience

• 30-4 Level Knowledge & Employability course or 36 –Level IOP course

• 30 – Level Green Certificate Specialization

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CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT

(For Students entering Grade 10 in September 2007)

The requirements indicated in this chart are the minimum requirements for a student to attain a Certificate of Achievement. The requirements for entry into post-secondary institutions and

workplaces may require additional and specific courses.

80 Credits Including the following: English Language Arts 36 or 20-2 Mathematics 26 or 14 Science 26 or 14 Social Studies 26 or 10-2 Physical Education 10 (3 credits) Career & Life Management 20 (CALM) (3 credits) Religious Studies 15, 25, 35 (3 credits each)* *Required for Graduation at St. Joseph CHS

5 credits in a 30 level Knowledge and Employability occupational course or 30-Level Career and Technology Studies (CTS) courses AND 5 credits in a 30-Level Knowledge and Employability Workplace Practicum course or a 30-Level Work Experience course2 or 30-Level Green Certificate Course3

OR 5 credits in a 30-Level Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) course4

1. Students may enrol in Workplace Practicum 36 with one of Workplace Readiness 16 or CTR1010 as a prerequisite.

2. Students may enrol in Work Experience 35 without having Work Experience 15 and 25 as prerequisites.

3. Green Certificate courses are offered only at the 30-level, for 6 or 5 credits.

4. RAP courses require prerequisites and are in series of 15 24a, 25b, 25c, and 35a, each 5 credits.

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GRAD STATUS Requirements:

70 Credits at the end of Grade 11, 50 Credits for Knowledge and Employability Program. First Semester RS 35 completed Second Semester RS 35 Passing Mark at specified deadline (usually 2 weeks prior to graduation) Registration in sufficient credits to achieve high school diploma Clear all outstanding school and grad fees and unreturned textbooks

CREDIT LOAD Grade 09: Students are required to carry a full program with no study periods. Grade 10: Students are required to carry a full program with no study periods. Grade 11: Students are required to carry a full program with no study periods Grade 12: Students should be registered in 15 or more credits in each semester or registered in sufficient credits to achieve a high school diploma. Special cases will be dealt with on an individual basis.

CURRICULUM INFORMATION

What A Student Can Expect In A Course

1. Within the first week of classes a clear statement of course objectives and course content will be provided.

2. A description of standards to be attained and the criteria to be used in evaluation. This statement will be provided within the first week of classes and will include the weighting of the various facets of required work and examinations.

3. Interim Reports will be provided by every teacher.

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4. An opportunity to appeal the final evaluation the student received, if he or she so desires (see Appeal Procedures).

5. The same method of evaluation as all other students in a given class, unless the principal has approved exceptional circumstances regarding content or evaluation.

Course and/Or Timetable Changes � Timetable changes need to be completed 5 days into the semester.

� Students will not be permitted to change their timetables or switch courses (except for lateral transfers) after these dates.

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Course Withdrawal Policy and Procedure Students wishing to withdraw from a course must pick up a course withdrawal form from the School Counselor’s Office. The School Counselor will assist the student with the process. Please return all texts and materials for said course to the teacher.

Grade 10 students: Must maintain a full program with no study periods. Grade 10 students wishing to withdraw from a course must register in a correspondence course at their own expense. These students will be placed in supervised study.

Grade 11 students: Must maintain a full program with no study periods. Grade 11 students wishing to withdraw from a course must register in a correspondence course at their own expense. These students will be placed in supervised study.

Grade 12 students: Who withdraw from a course must ensure that they maintain enough credits to meet graduation requirements.

APPEAL PROCEDURES

Every student has the right to appeal his/her final evaluation in any subject

The appeal shall be made in writing to the principal within two weeks of the final results being available. The written appeal shall contain the reason for the request. However in June, school based marks in Provincial Diploma exams shall be given to students on or before the last teaching day and the students who wish to appeal their marks will do so within 72 hours of the issuance of the marks. The appeal should be disposed of before the end of June.

3 STEPS TO STUDENT TEACHER RESOLUTION PROTOCOL

Students having a concern with the delivery of the course curriculum should:

1. Make an appointment to meet with the teacher after class to discuss concern.

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2. If the concern has not been satisfactorily resolved, parents contact the teacher to discuss concern.

3. If the concern has not been satisfactorily resolved, the parent and student should make an appointment to meet with school administration.

Study Guidelines

STUDY PERIODS

A student who has a study period is asked to:

a. Use the library for study OR the student lounge for course related activities or

b. Leave the school.

HOMEWORK

Students will be responsible for punctual completion of all class assignments.

TEXTBOOKS

Textbooks will be assigned through the library. It is the student’s responsibility to maintain these books in good condition and to return them at the end of the semester. Students will be billed for the full replacement cost for books not returned to the library.

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Special Programs

SPECIAL PROJECTS

Special Projects provide an opportunity for Senior High School students to pursue activities of interest that are not within the scope of regular curricular activities.

Credits: 3 credits = 75 hours minimum

5 credits = 125 hours minimum

Procedure: Consult with the supervising teacher regarding your project idea and fill out the necessary forms.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Work experience is offered to grade 10, 11 and 12 students. Work Experience 15, 25 and 35 are offered to provide students with an alternative to the regular curriculum and provide students an opportunity to work in a career environment. Students must attend all required meetings.

Credits: 1 credits = 25 hours minimum

Maximum 15 credits

Procedure: Student’s wanting to enroll must make an appointment with the Work experience coordinator.

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REGISTERED APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM (RAP)

RAP (Registered Apprenticeship Program) is a modified apprenticeship program that permits a high school student to become an apprentice while attending high school. The RAP apprentice accumulates hours on the job training as credit toward his or her apprenticeship, and credit toward a high school diploma or certificate of achievement. (125 hours = 5 credits)

If a student is seriously considering an apprenticeship occupation, the student should see the RAP Coordinator for more information.

SCHOOL SERVICES

GOD SQUAD

Two parish priests and the parish youth minister work together as a team to support students and staff. They can be reached by leaving a message at the office, email or by leaving a message under the door at their office in the student services area, office 103C.

SCHOOL COUNSELLORS

Personal and academic counseling

Career exploration information

Information of post secondary schooling and

scholarships

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Referrals to outside agencies (i.e.: AADAC, AB Mental Health, Catholic

Family Services, PACE, Child Welfare, professional counselling agencies)

COMMUNITY RESOURCE TEAM

The following agencies are available once a week to meet with individual students and/or do presentations.

Referral forms are available from School Counsellors

Counselling Agencies:

� AADAC

� AB Mental Health

� Peace Country Health (Nurse)

� Catholic Family Services

� Child & Family Services CATHOLIC FAMILY SERVICES SCHOOL/COMMUNITY LIAISON PROGRAM WORKER

Program staff responds to referrals from school staff, outside agencies or parents regarding students who are experiencing emotional or behavioural problems at school or in the home.

Service Provided

Support for students/families who are experiencing difficulties Home visits to assess problems and seek solutions Information for families on agencies available to help Liaison with schools and other agencies in the community Referrals to the program can be made through the school or by contacting the worker directly at 532-9381.

STUDENT SUPPORT WORKER

Service Provided

Help students plan for and achieve requirements for graduation, and career aspirations. Serve as a communication link between home and school. Promote positive awareness of Native people and traditions for all staff and students through various events and activities.

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LIBRARY

The library is fully automated.

Hours

� The library will be open during school hours to accommodate all students and staff.

Services

� The library is a quiet place to study and to do research, complete your projects, or a place to just enjoy a good book.

� Resources are available in English and French.

� There are computers available for student use.

� Students are expected to engage in school related activities while in the library.

� Library books are signed out for two weeks.

� Printers in the library are for school use only

Guidelines for use

� Students with overdue books or lost books will not be allowed to sign out a book until the book(s) are returned or paid for.

� Replacement costs will be charged for all unreturned library resources/textbooks.

� Encyclopaedias and reference books are not allowed out of the library.

� Please do not bring food or drinks into the library.

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NETWORK/INTERNET

� A “Network/Internet Acceptable Use Agreement” must be signed before students are allowed computer access.

� School computers are available for use by students for activities, which are curriculum based. Playing games and entering chat rooms is not permitted. Accessing website or e-mail which is detrimental to the moral tone and well being of the school is not permitted.

� Storage space on the “I” drive is allocated to each student for course assignments. Games, executable files and or music (mp3) files may not be downloaded to school computers.

� Student drives will be monitored; any such files will be deleted. Students who are found with these files stored under their username will have their computer access restricted.

� Student passwords and their security are the responsibility of the student. Students should not release their password.

� Students should monitor their “I” drive regularly to ensure that no unwanted files exist. Students are responsible for all material stored under their username.

� Any irregularities, such as files being stored in a student “I” drive without the student’s knowledge, must be reported upon detection to the classroom teacher and the network supervisor.

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ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT POLICY

Intellectual honesty is the foundation of authentic learning and true academic leadership. Failure to maintain standards of academic integrity is harmful to the learning environment and scholarly reputation of St. Joseph High School.

A. Plagiarism

� Submitting work that in whole, or in part, from another source without referencing and claiming it as your own.

� Submitting another students’ work and claiming it as your own.

B. Cheating � Includes speaking/communicating to other students during a

test or exam. � Bringing into the examination room any material

unauthorized by the instructor. C. Academic

Misconduct � Other academic misconduct includes tampering or

attempting to tamper with examinations, class work, and class records/grades and the acquisition or attempted acquisition of examination material.

When a teacher of a course finds that a student has been academically dishonest, he/she may take one or more of the following actions:

a. Give the student a failing grade on the work or exam.

b. Require the student to redo the work.

c. Suspend the student.

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SUSPENSIONS AND EXPULSIONS

As per Board Policy # 718

GUIDELINES

The word “suspend” in this policy shall mean removal of a student by a teacher and/or Principal from one class period of instruction, or the removal of a student by a Principal or designate from:

a. One or more class periods of instruction

b. One or more courses or school programs

c. School or,

d. Riding in a school bus, or

e. Participating in an activity sponsored or approved by the school and/or Board.

A student may be suspended for the following reason s:

1.0 Failure to comply with Section 12 of the School Act which states:

“A student shall conduct himself so as to reasonably comply with the following code of conduct:

a. Be diligent in pursuing his studies;

b. Attend school regularly and punctually

c. Co-operate fully with everyone authorized by the board to provide education programs and other services;

d. Comply with the rules of the school;

e. Account to his teachers for his conduct;

f. Respect the rights of others.”

2.0 Failure to comply with policies of the Grande Prairie Catholic School District # 28.

3.0 Use of improper or profane language.

4.0 Violence of a physical, verbal, psychological or sexual nature of which violates the rights or dignity of another student or staff member

5.0 Other conducts which negatively affects the moral tone and/or well being of the school.

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STUDENT ATTENDANCE POLICY

The attendance policy is in support of Section 12 of the School Act, which states that students shall attend all classes regularly and punctually. Regular attendance is one of the primary reasons students are successful at school.

Academic research shows that there is a correlation between student attendance and academic performance. Research also shows that when parents and school are aligned and are working collaboratively, the student’s chance of success is dramatically improved. The steps taken in this process are necessary in ensuring students are successful in school and working towards graduation.

The goals of our attendance policy are:

� Early intervention

� Encourage students to remain in school.

� Encourage students to attend their classes.

� Keep students and their parents responsible for student attendance.

� Establish communication between school and family.

I. RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Students shall be responsible:

a. To attend all classes.

b. For all course material missed while absent. Whether the absence is excused or unexcused.

2. Parents shall be responsible:

a. To ensure that their child(ren) attend school.

b. To contact the school by phone on or before the day the child is absent so that the absent student can be accounted for.

c. To monitor completion of work assigned while their child was absent.

3. The School shall be responsible:

a. To keep accurate attendance records.

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b. To notify the parent/guardian of student absences.

c. To implement the attendance policy.

II. ATTENDANCE PROTOCOL:

1. Attendance Procedures:

a. Block attendance will be taken by the classroom teacher and will be recorded by the attendance secretary on a daily basis. An automated phone system will inform parents of a student’s absence.

b. On each absence it is expected that the parent/guardian contact the school, accounting for the student.

c. All absences that have not been called in by a parent/guardian within the calendar week in which the absence occurred will be recorded unexcused.

d. Student absences, which will be considered excused include: (i) extended illness, (ii) out of school suspensions, (iii) activities where the student is under the supervision of a teacher, (iv) extended health issues with doctor certificate,(iv) death in family, and (v) legal and religious obligations.

e. A student may not be eligible to obtain credits in a course if that student has accumulated 15 or more absences within the course.

Attendance Interventions: The school will record student attendance in each class. Students truant from class can expect a letter home to the parents/guardians informing them of missed class/classes. The following procedures will be in effect:

1. The school automated phone-home system will call daily to inform parents/guardians of any absences. Parents can log on to Student Achieve to verify which class(es) have been missed.

2. After three unexcused absences in any class a letter of concern will be generated at the office and sent home to the parents/guardians. After seven unexcused absences, a second letter will be sent notifying parents/guardians of the absences and advising that at 15 absences, that the student may be withdrawn

3. After 10 unexcused absences, a letter will be sent home. The student and parents will meet with school administration, looking

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at ways of improving the student’s attendance in order to avoid being withdrawn from St Joe’s.

4. After fifteen absences, the student may be withdrawn from the course.

Late Policy

You are considered LATE when the bell to start class rings and you are not in your classroom!

At St. Joseph Catholic High, three lates will count as one unexcused absence.

Students who are constantly Absent or Late:

� Demonstrate disrespect for their teachers and fellow students by disrupting classes � Miss out on valuable learning time and thus do not have the

opportunity to reach their full potential

� Learn habits of tardiness that is unacceptable in the working world

� Promote a school culture in which absences and lates are viewed as being acceptable, consequently promoting others to skip or be late

� Neglect the student code of conduct as stated in the Alberta School

Act

� “Attend school regularly and punctually”

� “Comply with the rules of the school

Attendance at assemblies and religious celebrations is COMPULSORY for all students in the school at the time.

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School Guidelines

LOCKS & LOCKERS

a) Students who rent lockers recognize that these lockers remain the property of St. Joseph Catholic High School. Lockers and locks must be maintained in good condition. The principal or designate retains the right to search lockers if circumstances or damages warrant.

b) All lockers in the school will be locked prior to school opening. The school provides locks.

c) A $5.00 locker fee is assessed as part of the mandatory school fees. Students will receive their locker number and combination to the lock when they pay their mandatory school fees. Students must remove the contents of their locker within one-day after withdrawing from school.

d) Locks are to be handed into their Block 1 teacher or to the office with their locker number marked on the back of the lock at the end of the school year after their Block 1 teacher completes a locker check. Lockers must be left cleaned and cleared of all the students’ personal effects.

e) Only school-owned locks are permitted on the lockers in the hallways.

SEARCH OF SCHOOL LOCKERS

� The School and School District are responsible for maintaining an environment that is safe and conducive for learning. To that end, the school personnel adopt a zero tolerance policy toward weapons, alcohol and illicit drugs in St. Joseph Catholic High School. The administrator may conscript the RCMP Police Service Dog to assist in keeping the school drug free. Student lockers are the property of the School District and may be searched on a regular routine without warning. Any evidence gathered as a result of a search could be used either by the school administration for discipline, or by the RCMP for criminal charges.

CLOTHING

� A student’s clothing should be neat and clean and suitable to the activity within the school. Students who choose to wear clothing that may affect the moral tone of the school will be asked to correct the attire and/or sent home. Wearing of clothing or jewellery depicting illegal or immoral activities are not allowed at St. Joseph Catholic High School.

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ALCOHOL AND DRUGS

� Possession, use and/or being “under the influence” of alcohol or illegal drugs or alcohol and/or drug paraphernalia while on St. Joseph Catholic High School premises is a serious breach of school policy and public law. Such a breach will result in immediate suspension. Police will be involved as deemed necessary by school administration. This policy shall be in effect for all school-sponsored activities.

VIOLENCE

� Students who are physically or verbally violent to another person will be given an out of school suspension. The Grande Prairie and District Board of Trustees will deal with repeated violent events. Expulsion from St. Joseph’s will be an option. No weapons or knives are allowed on the school property.

HAZING

� Students who participate in or are a part of a group of students engaging in hazing activities, in particular paddling, will be suspended to the office of the Superintendent who may suspend school privileges and or suspend or expel students from attending school for up to one semester.

CHANGE OF RESIDENCE OR TELEPHONE NUMBER

� At various times of the school year information (e.g. newsletters, final results) is mailed to the home. Students are asked to advise the office and their Block 1 teacher of address and telephone number changes. In an emergency up to date addresses and phone numbers are important.

TELEPHONE CALLS

� Students wishing to make a telephone call should use the pay phone in the foyer of the school. Students are discouraged from using the office telephone for personal calls. School secretaries will take only messages of the utmost importance from a parent or guardian.

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SICKNESS

� If a student is ill during school hours the student must sign out at the office. Students should notify their parents if they must leave the school.

� In the case of an injury sustained during school hours, a member of the staff will accompany the student to the Hospital Emergency ward if necessary. A parent will be contacted if possible. The health and welfare of the student will always be the primary concern.

� All injuries should be reported to the teacher in charge, IMMEDIATELY.

ABSENCES

� The school attendance policy requires confirmation note or phone call, the day of or prior to, accounting for a student’s absence from the students’ parent or guardian.

MISS SCHOOL MISS OUT

� Miss School Miss Out is a program that acknowledges and supports perfect attendance. The Swan City Rotary Club, and the club’s business associates, financially supports Miss School-Miss Out.

� Each student who attains perfect attendance will have their name entered in a monthly draw for one of three $50.00 awards. For each month of perfect attendance the student will have their name entered in year-end draw of $500.00.

� To be eligible a student must have no absences. Students on extra-curricular and co-curricular activities and under the direct supervision of a teacher are deemed present for the Miss-School Miss-Out program.

STUDENT MEDICATION

� As stated in Board Policy, can keep prescription medication at the office or stored safely in their locker. The student’s medication must be in the original bottle and be clearly labelled with dosing instructions.

MEDICAL ALERT STUDENT INFORMATION FORMS

� Students who have medical/health issues should complete a Medical Alert Student Information Form available from the main office. This information ensures that school staff will be able to assist students should an emergency arise.

LUNCH

� Students staying for lunch should eat in the Student Gathering Area.

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BUS SERVICE

� If a Bus Pass is required eligible students may qualify for a School Board sponsored pass. Applications for above are available from the main office at St. Joseph Catholic High School. Students who reside within the City limits and a minimum of 2.4 KM from St. Joseph Catholic High may choose either Cardinal Bussing or City Transit; this choice will not be interchangeable. County residents must make transportation arrangements with the Catholic Transportation Office @ 513-1220.

VEHICLES/PARKING

� Student parking is provided on the South Side of the School.

LOST AND FOUND

� Talking to the custodian or to the school secretary may retrieve found articles. Any articles found should be turned in to the office. Articles that have not been claimed after ONE MONTH will be given away.

Cell Phones The school discourages students from having cell phones. Cell phones must be turned off during classes. Students who do not comply may have their cell phone taken by the classroom teacher. Students may then pick up their phones at the office at the end of the day. The school reserves the right to return the phone only to the hands of a parent or guardian for repeat offenders. In case of an emergency, parents needing to contact their students are encouraged to do so via the office, we discourage contacting students on a cell in emergency situations.

MP3 Players (ipods, etc…) Use of MP3 players will not be allowed during examinations. Each teacher will set their own classroom policy regarding the use of these devices. A student’s MP3 player may be taken away until after class or put away for safe keeping in the office, for violation of classroom rules. The school reserves the right to return the device only to the hands of a parent or guardian for repeat offenders.

Smoking Smoking is not permitted either in the school or on school grounds. Students caught smoking will be automatically suspended for one day. Repeated offences will result in longer suspensions.

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School Board Performance Bond Policy

Grande Prairie R.C.S.S.D. NO. 28 Policy Code: INA

EDUCATION POLICIES Title: Performance Bond

Policy The Board of Trustees recognizes the importance for students to examine their abilities and interest and to design and plan a High School program, which will meet their academic, needs and interests. In order to achieve these goals, it is expected that students will successfully complete the High School courses in which they are registered.

Definition of terms

Courses completed: A student meets the requirements of Alberta Education for CEU funding.

Performance Bond: A financial commitment by a student to the Board that

insures the student will pay the cost of a course not completed.

CEU: A Credit Unit Enrolment is the unit of measurement used by

Alberta Education for funding purposes.

A CEU is paid when a student:

a) Has received a passing mark of 50% or more in a course or in the case of a diploma examination course, on the school awarded mark for the course, or

b) Has received a mid-term mark and has earned a mark of 25% or better in the course according to the student evaluation policies of the Board and has either:

i) Completed at least 50% of the course content, or ii) Attended at least 50% of the classes in the course.

GUIDELINES

1. It is generally expected that students will enter high school with a plan to graduate within three years. Students may apply to extend the three years given reasonable circumstances. These could include K & E, family circumstances, illness and exploratory programs.

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2. School personnel will assist and counsel all students in planning their program throughout the years they are in attendance at the High School.

3. Students are expected to register in courses that meet their academic abilities and interests. School personnel will advise students to select courses based on their interests, past academic performance and levels of success. It is an expectation that students will make every effort to complete their courses.

4. Students who do not complete a course for funding purposes may be required to pay a refundable deposit should they wish to repeat the course.

5. The bond fee schedule and the intent of this policy will be set and reviewed annually by the Superintendent.

PROCEDURES

1. All students, who register at the High School, and their parents/guardians, will be informed that a student program portfolio and the appropriate courses will be designed in consultation with school personnel. This portfolio will be reviewed annually. They will also be informed of the CEU funding and the financial implications of courses not completed.

2. The policy applies to all high school students, including those who register from outside of the regional boundaries.

3. Schools will develop and advertise the procedures for collecting and refunding fees, as well as exceptions to the Policy.

4. Students may appeal to the Principal to have the refundable deposit waived.

5. The refundable deposit amount will be $100.00 per applicable course.

Legal Reference: School Act, Section32 (4)

SCHOOL AWARDS

Honour Awards

Placement on Honour Roll is according to overall weighed average. Students must carry 10 credits per semester:

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� Honours - 80% and over

� Honours with Distinction - 90% and over

Students on honour roll are recognized periodically during the year, and have their names circulated in the school newsletter.

Fall Awards

Academic Award for commitment to academic excellence Grade 10, 11, 12 Based on highest academic standing Student excellence in each course will be recognized

Spring Awards

Clubs & team, junior male and female, senior male and female Student contribution to school: Good Samaritan Most cooperative School Spirit School/Community Involvement Catholic Leadership Citizenship

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Bell Schedule Timetable 2010 -2011 Note: The following timetable must be used in-conjunction with the Appropriate Semester and Day Schedule (Day 1 vs. Day 2).

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Block 1

08:45 – 10:08 (83 minutes)

Block 1 08:45 – 10:08 (83 minutes)

Block 1 08:45 – 10:08 (83 minutes)

Block 1 08:45 – 10:08 (83 minutes)

Block 1 08:45 – 10:08 (83 minutes)

Transition 10:08 – 10:14 (6 min)

Transition 10:08 – 10:14 (6 min)

Transition 10:08 – 10:14 (6 min)

Transition 10:08 – 10:14 (6 min)

Transition 10:08 – 10:14 (6 min)

Block 2 10:14 – 11:36

(82 minutes)

Block 2 10:14 – 11:36

(82 minutes)

Block 2 10:14 – 11:36

(82 minutes)

Block 2 10:14 – 11:36

(82 minutes)

Block 2 10:14 – 11:36

(82 minutes) Lunch

11:36 – 12:20 (44 minutes)

Lunch 11:36 – 12:20 (44 minutes)

Lunch 11:36 – 12:20 (44 minutes)

Lunch 11:36 – 12:20 (44 minutes)

Lunch 11:36 – 12:20 (44 minutes)

Block 3 12:20– 1:42 (82 minutes)

Block 3 12:20– 1:42 (82 minutes)

Block 3 12:20– 1:42 (82 minutes)

Block 3 12:20– 1:42 (82 minutes)

Block 3 12:20– 1:42 (82 minutes)

Transition 1:42 – 1:48 (6 min)

Transition 1:42 – 1:48 (6 min)

Transition 1:42 – 1:48 (6 min)

Transition 1:42 – 1:48 (6 min)

Transition 1:42 – 1:48 (6 min)

Block 4 1:48 – 3:10

(82 minutes)

Block 4 1:48 – 3:10

(82 minutes)

Block 4 1:48 – 3:10

(82 minutes)

Block 4 1:48 – 3:10

(82 minutes)

Block 4 1:48 – 3:10

(82 minutes)

**Note Early dismissal Monday is the first Monday of every month.

**Attention Grade 9: the bell to change DPA and Computer Course will ring at 1:00 pm in Block 3

Early Monday Block 1 08:45 – 10:03 (78 minutes)

Transition 10:03 – 10:09 (6 min)

Block 2 10:09 – 11:27 (78 minutes)

Lunch

11:27 – 11:58

(30 minutes)

Block 3

11:58 – 1:16

(78 minutes)

Transition

1:16 – 1:22 (6 min)

Block 4

1:22 – 2:40

(78 minutes)

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2010 -2011 Day 1 Day 2 Calendar – Sr. High

August 2010 September 2010 October 2010

February 2011 March 2011

February 2011 March 2011

April 2011

November 2010 December 2010 January 201 1

February 2011 March 2011 April

May 2011 June 2011

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2010 -2011 Day 1 Day 2 Calendar – Jr. High

August 2010 September 2010 October 2010

November 2010 December 2010 January 2011

February 2011 March 2011 April 2011

April 2011

May 2011 June 2011

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