STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

In order for a child to learn to be responsible for their relationship with God in the practice of their faith, we begin with the little things.

❏ Each student is responsible to bring to class: textbook, activity book, pencil, folder, homework, prayers, journal, Bible, and any other materials required by the Catechist. Students may not “borrow from a school desk” any forgotten item. Crayons, scissors and glue will be provided by the program for art activities. Your child’s name should be on their belongings. A $15 fee will be charged to replace lost books.

❏ Each student is responsible to be prepared for and participate in class.

❏ Each student is responsible to leave gum, toys or other inappropriate personal belongings at home.

❏ Each student is responsible to transport communications in the envelopes provided for this purpose. Parents are asked to check these folders weekly for information on your child’s class and/or the program.

❏ Each student is responsible to display a Christian attitude and act in a Christian manner respecting adults, fellow students and the property of the school and others. Disrespect will not be tolerated.

❏ Each student is responsible to use only appropriate language, especially the use of God’s Holy Name. Disrespectful use will not be tolerated.

❏ Each student is responsible to help make sure that their desk and classroom are in good order at the end of class each week.

❏ Each student who has reached the age of reason (seven) shares the responsibility with their parent of full, conscious and active participation at Sunday Mass. Please help your child cultivate this good habit.

DISCIPLINE

Parents must understand that if a child is disruptive in class, or in some way causing a discipline problem, he/she will be corrected. This correction or disciplinary action will take the form of Christian correction and guidance, being for the good of the child. Our purpose is to help the child to learn that he/she must act responsibly toward self, others and other people’s property. For repeated disruption in class, a child will be brought to the office. At the discretion of the Director of Religious Education the parent may be contacted regarding the matter. In some cases, a conference with parent, child, catechist and Director will afford the best opportunity to help a child.

HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS

Catechists have been instructed to give homework assignments. These will not be so difficult as to place a burden on the student. Its purpose is to help children retain and put into practice what they have learned. Parents are asked to see that their children spend time each week reviewing the material covered in class, and that all specific homework assignments are completed.