Central Catholic High School Student- Parent Handbook 2017-2018

CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

STUDENT- PARENT HANDBOOK

2017-2018

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. MISSION OF CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL page 3

Philosophy Marks of a Marist Student Graduation Outcomes

2. SAFE ENVIRONMENT FOR STUDENTS pages 4

Guidelines for Physical Contact and Verbal Interactions between Faculty, Staff, and Students

Gift-Giving

Reporting Cases of Abuse

3. ACADEMIC REGULATIONS pages 5-8

Academic Requirements

Required Core Courses

Academic Regulations

Grading System

Honor Roll

National Honor Society

Academic Probation - Eligibility

Academic Dishonesty

Homework

Exams

Grade Reports and Report Cards

Study Halls

Summer School

Learning Center

Record Access

Transcripts

Withdrawals

4. DISCIPLINARY REGULATIONS pages 8-22

Attendance

Anticipated Absences

College Visits

Early Dismissal

Homeroom/Start of School Day

Tardiness

Discipline Policy

Alcohol, Drugs & Tobacco/Drug

Testing Policy

Assaults & Threats of Violence

Bullying/Prevention & Intervention

Plan

Cutting Classes

Gambling

Gum, Candy, Food & Drinks

Hazing

Infractions in the Classroom

Infractions involving Policies

Malicious Mischief

Public Displays of Affection

Sexual Harassment

Stealing & Vandalism

Student Searches

Truancy

Weapons

5. GENERAL REGULATIONS pages 22-34

Activities, Clubs & Athletics

Athletic Regulations of the MIAA

After School

Announcements

Appearance & Attire

Arrivals

Bookbags/Pocketbooks

Bus/Van Policy

Cafeteria

Corridors

Deliveries

Driving Privileges

Emergency Drills

Equipment

Field Trips

ID Cards

Library/Media Center

Lockers/Locks

Locker Rooms

Mail Address/Email/Phone

Passes

Pick-Up & Drop-Offs

School Facilities & Grounds

Passes

School Name

School Public Relations

Senior Break

Technology Rules & Regulations

Cell Phones

Telephone Messages from Home

Guidelines for Personal Use of

Student-Owned Mobile Devices

Tuition & Fees

6. MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION pages 34-37

Admissions Policy

Books

Campus Store

Campus Ministry

Christian Service

Cancellations/Delayed Openings

Communication with School Staff

Elevators/Lifts

Fundraising

Guidance & Counseling Services

Health Services

Lost and Found

Missions Collections

Parents’ Guild

Postings

School-Parent/Guardian Partnership

Visitors

APPENDIX A – SCHEDULES

STUDENT-PARENT HANDBOOK AGREEMENT FORM

1. MISSION OF CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

Mission: Central Catholic High School makes Jesus known and loved. We educate the whole person for college and for life

with particular care for the least favored and those in need.

PHILOSOPHY OF CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

Central Catholic High School, founded by the Marist Brothers of the Schools, participates in the educational ministry of the

Catholic Church. Its purpose is threefold: to have students develop a relationship with Jesus and bear witness to His message, to

build a community that respects and promotes the dignity of every person, and to help students develop their God-given talents

and use them in the service of others. The school, inspired by the spirit of Saint Marcellin Champagnat, the founder of the

Marist Brothers, seeks to emulate the role of Mary through the nurturing of youth by a caring faculty and in the showing of a

special concern for the less fortunate.

To achieve these ends, Central Catholic's college preparatory curriculum and its extra-curricular activities are designed to foster

the spiritual, moral, intellectual, emotional and physical growth of the whole person. Central Catholic promotes a respect for

democratic ideals and recognizes the value of a student body, which respects diversity of cultural, ethnic, and social

backgrounds. Moreover, recognizing that learning is a life-long process, the school encourages students to think critically and

exhibit a willingness to help create a world, which is just and respectful of all God’s creation. Central Catholic High School is

fully accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

MARKS OF THE MARIST STUDENT

As Marists educators who follow in the footsteps of Marcellin Champagnat, we are called to evangelize and make Jesus Christ

known and loved through the complete education of young men and women. We accompany our students in their development

as people who are rooted in Gospel and Marist values, who develop into good Christians and good citizens, “harmonizing faith,

culture and life.” As such, Marist students should be:

1. Faith-filled Disciples: Marist students come to possess a strong sense of God and a personal relationship with Jesus,

Mary and Saint Marcellin fostered through religious formation, a sacramental life, and prayer.

2. Empowered Witnesses: Marist students, recognizing Mary as their model and companion, become joyful witnesses to

God’s love in their lives, enabling them to see Christ in others, to live simply, morally and with integrity, respecting all

of life and creation.

3. Agents of Justice and Service: Marist students grow in their understanding of Catholic social teaching and stand in

compassionate solidarity with the least favored.

4. Servant Leaders: Marist students recognize that they are lovingly created by God with unique gifts and talents which,

through their Baptism, they are called to develop and share with the Church and the wider community.

5. Spirit-filled members of Family & Community: Marist students embody a spirit which celebrates and welcomes all

people as members of the one family created by God.

GRADUATION OUTCOMES

 Students will demonstrate knowledge of Catholic beliefs and practices and apply these to ethical decision making.

 Students will demonstrate and practice the knowledge, skills and self-discipline necessary to grow spiritually,

intellectually, emotionally, socially and physically.

 Students will demonstrate knowledge of content, employ critical thinking skills and strategies, and demonstrate the

ability to read and write proficiently in all academic areas.

 Students will effectively communicate ideas and share information in the context of written, oral, electronic and artistic

media.

 Students will demonstrate proficiency in assessing, managing, evaluating, and integrating technology and electronic

resources.

 Students will work collaboratively, resolve conflicts respectfully and contribute responsibly to diverse communities.

2. SAFE ENVIRONMENT FOR STUDENTS

Central Catholic High School strives to provide a safe and secure environment for the young people entrusted to its care. Most

cases of sexual abuse occur when the adult erodes appropriate boundaries between him- or herself and minors. For this reason,

the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops issued its Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People. Among other

safeguards, the Charter urges dioceses to establish and enforce boundary policies. Noting the great harm done to so many

youngsters throughout the country over many decades, Central Catholic requires faculty and staff to abide by a detailed boundary

policy for all adults who are agents of the school in any capacity.

GUIDELINES FOR PHYSICAL CONTACT AND VERBAL INTERACTIONS BETWEEN FACULTY, STAFF, AND

STUDENTS:

A core principle is that school personnel should only interact with students when the school administration is aware of the

interaction and can supervise it. Counselors and teachers may need to speak to students privately, but always in a school room

with unobstructed glass in the door so that passersby can observe what is going on.

Teachers and staff can communicate with students by email about matters appropriate to their role in the school and transmitted

via the school network, so that the school can monitor the interchange. Faculty and staff should not have students in their homes

unless other adults are present and both the parents and a school administrator have been informed in advance of the event and

have given prior approval.

Physical contact between students and faculty or staff in the form of a handshake, a pat on the back, an arm around the shoulder,

or a hug is permissible when appropriate, and should only be done in public or plain view of others. Physical contact between

faculty and students through athletic activities must be school supervised.

Students should not be exposed to faculty or staff personal information. Communication between students and faculty or staff

should be in direct relationship to school matters. Students should not contact faculty or staff on their home telephone or cell

phone for social purposes. The only circumstance in which students should have and make use of a faculty or staff member’s

phone/cell number should be in the context of extracurricular school activities or athletics. Text messaging through cell phones

or other electronic devices or communicating with faculty or staff through social networking sites is also forbidden.

As these examples illustrate, school personnel can have appropriate off-campus contact with students – but always related to

school business and with the advance knowledge and consent of parents and administrators. Boundary policies prevent potential

harm to minors and they also prevent false allegations against adults. If parents observe any contact with their son or daughter

that seems secretive, not related to school, or in any way makes parents uneasy, they should contact an administrator at the

school. Our first priority is to prevent harm before it happens.

GIFT-GIVING:

In general, faculty or staff should only give gifts to groups of students and only when parents are notified and Administration is

aware of and approves the gift.

REPORTING CASES OF ABUSE:

Central Catholic is committed to maintaining a safe and secure place of learning for our students. Abuse, in any form, violates

the very soul of Central Catholic’s philosophy and its mission and will not be tolerated. To this end Central Catholic will use all

reasonable means to prevent, investigate, address and remedy allegations of abuse. Any student who feels that they are the

victim of any type of physical, sexual, mental, or verbal abuse is strongly encouraged to seek the help of a faculty member,

administrator, guidance counselor or coach. Any member of the Central Catholic faculty, administration or staff who suspects or

is made aware of a case of abuse of a Central Catholic student is mandated by State Law to report such case or suspicion to the

appropriate authorities.

3. ACADEMICS

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS:

Each student is required to register for a minimum of six (6) courses each year. Freshmen & sophomores must take Physical

Education and Health. For graduation, students are required to pass all courses and complete the approved Christian Service

Program.

REQUIRED CORE COURSES – CLASS OF 2018-2021

Religious Studies 4 years 4 credits

Humanities 4 years 4 credits

Mathematics 4 years 4 credits

Social Studies 3 years 3 credits

Science 3 years 3 credits

World Language 2 years 2 credits

Computer Technology ½ year .5 credit (Classes 2018-2019)

Intro. To Visual/Performing Arts ½ year .5 credit

Health 2 courses 1 credit

Physical Education 2 courses .5 credit

Visual Basic ½ year .5 credit (Class of 2019- 2020)

OCAET ½ year .5 credit (Class of 2019-2020)

ACADEMIC REGULATIONS:

 Students who find it necessary to change a program of study or to withdraw from a course must consult with the

instructor of the course, a guidance counselor and obtain the approval of the Academic Dean.

 Students may not join a class after three (3) weeks of instruction, without the approval of the Academic Dean.

 Any student who fails three (3) 1.0 credit courses for the year must withdraw from Central Catholic. A senior who fails

three courses will be ineligible for a Central Catholic diploma.

 Any student who fails a course must make up the course in the summer session. Students failing make-up courses or

failing to make up failed courses will not be readmitted to Central Catholic. The highest grade awarded to a student

who fails a class is a “C+.”

 A student absent because of an approved anticipated absence, illness, or death in the family will be allowed to make up

all work missed. The Associate Dean of Students determines approval of anticipated absences.

GRADING SYSTEM:

A student’s numerical average in each subject area is determined by her/his performance in daily work, projects, presentations,

laboratory work, participation, tests and quizzes. The numerical average is converted to a letter grade and reported on the

student’s report card. The final grade for a course is based on the following: 20% for each of the four term grades (80% of the

final grade) and 10% for each semester exam (20% of the final grade). A student must earn a minimum final grade of 60% in

each subject area to obtain a passing grade of “D-” and receive credit for the course.

Grade Point Averages (GPA) are calculated at the end of each marking period and at the end of the year. GPA’s are calculated

using the table below. GPA’s are calculated on both a weighted and un-weighted basis. Un-weighted GPA’s or simple GPA’s

(SGPA) are used to determine the student’s quarter/term average and are printed on the student’s report card. The Honor Roll for

each term is determined by the student’s individual subject grades and her/his term average or un-weighted GPA. Weighted or

adjusted GPA’s (AGPA) are calculated based on the level of the course. Weighted GPA’s are not printed on the student’s report

card but are printed on a student’s transcript. CCHS does not rank students. Level 4 courses are not included in the

determination of a student’s GPA.

GRADES AND GPA POINTS

LETTER GRADE

NUMERICAL GRADE

AP LEVEL GPA

LEVEL 1 GPA

LEVEL 2 GPA **

LEVEL 3 GPA

LEVEL 4 GPA

A+

100-97

5.5

5.0

4.5

4.0

96-93

5.2

4.7

4.2

3.7

A-

92-90

4.9

4.4

3.9

3.4

B+

89-87

4.6

4.1

3.6

3.1

86-83

4.3

3.8

3.3

2.8

B-

82-80

4.0

3.5

3.0

2.5

C+

79-77

3.7

3.2

2.7

2.2

76-73

3.4

2.9

2.4

1.9

C-

72-70

3.1

2.6

2.1

1.6

D+

69-67

2.8

2.3

1.8

1.3

66-63

2.5

2.0

1.5

1.0

D-

62-60

2.2

1.7

1.2

0.7

BELOW 60

MED

MEDICALLY EXCUSED

WDN

WITHDRAWN

WDF

WITHDRAWN FAILURE

INC

INCOMPLETE

**Denotes values used to determine unweighted GPA

HONOR ROLL:

Honors are awarded for each of the four terms and are based on the student’s individual subject grades and her/his un-weighted

GPA. All courses are included in the calculation of the Honor Roll.

Distinguished Honors 3.9 or better GPA and No grade below “A-”

High Honors 3.6 or better GPA and No grade below “B+”

Honors 3.0 or better GPA and No grade below “B-”

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY:

Central Catholic’s Marist Chapter of the N.H.S.: The purpose of Central Catholic's Marist Chapter of the National Honor

Society is to create enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimulate a desire to render service, to promote leadership and to develop

character in the students. Academic nomination is based on a cumulative weighted GPA. The minimum acceptable cumulative

weighted GPA is 3.9. A sophomore’s GPA is based on his/her first three semesters of high school. A junior’s GPA is based on

five semesters of high school and a senior’s GPA is based on seven semesters of high school. A student who meets the above

academic requirement will be invited to complete an application for membership in the NHS. Membership is an honor bestowed

upon a student. Selection for membership is made by a five (5) member faculty council and is based on outstanding scholarship,

character, leadership and service. Once selected, members have the responsibility of continuing to demonstrate the qualities of

scholarship, leadership, service and character. Members can be removed from the National Honor Society according to policies

stated in the charter.

ACADEMIC PROBATION - ELIGIBILITY

A student who fails two or more courses in a marking period loses the privilege of participating in athletic and extracurricular

activities and will be placed on Academic Probation. The ineligible period goes into effect when students, moderators and

coaches are officially notified by the Academic Dean and will remain in effect until the end of the next marking period.

Ineligibility does not apply to attending a school sponsored retreat or field trip.

The parent/guardian will be notified and should contact the student’s guidance counselor or the Academic Dean to discuss an

appropriate academic plan. Students on Academic Probation are required to attend the Learning Center three (3) days a week.

A student who fails two (2) courses in the 4th marking period of a school year will be placed on academic warning for the 1st

quarter of the next school year. If, when first quarter progress reports are issued, said student has two or more failing grades, the

student will be placed on Academic Probation for the remainder of the quarter. Continued enrollment at Central Catholic is

dependent on meeting the requirements of Academic Probation.

ACADEMIC DISHONESTY:

Dishonesty in earning academic grades is not tolerated or overlooked and will result in a failing grade on the work involved. The

following are examples of academic dishonesty:

 Copying or submitting homework or other assignments created by another student

 Allowing another student to copy homework or assignments

 Using "cheat sheets" or unauthorized "aids" during a test

 Copying answers from other students during a test, with or without the student's knowledge

 Giving unauthorized assistance to other students during a test

 Plagiarizing: representing in writing the thoughts or ideas of another as if they were one's own, without giving credit to

the original author; the wholesale copying of an author's work into one's own without citation.

 Stealing, distributing, possessing or being in the presence of stolen tests, answers or other teacher materials.

Central Catholic recognizes the value of the Internet as an educational tool. Students should be aware, however, that the use of

the Internet and electronic mail could present educational risks. E-mailing, text messaging or instant messaging one’s work to

another student is a risk. That work has now entered a public domain and the original owner no longer has control over what is

done with that work. Another student, whether at Central Catholic or another institution, could submit it as his/her own. This

would constitute academic dishonesty. Also, students who abuse the use of legitimate web sites will be subject to academic

penalties. An example of such abuse would be plagiarism or quoting of information without citing the source.

In addition to the academic penalties stated above, academic dishonesty of any kind on semester exams may be grounds for

severe disciplinary action. Theft of a semester exam may be grounds for expulsion. All of these activities are considered serious

violations of academic integrity and are grounds for both academic and disciplinary penalties. All cases of academic dishonesty

are to be reported to the Academic Dean.

HOMEWORK:

Students are expected to be fully prepared for their classes each day. This will require considerable study at home, as well as

proper use of free time during and after the school day. The average successful student will spend about three (3) hours a day

doing homework. Homework includes but is not limited to: reading, taking notes, research, written work, study and review of

the material covered in classes and preparation for the assessments. Students and parents should access the school website to

review the student’s class pages. Teachers post class assignments, as well as a schedule of announced quizzes and tests, due

dates for projects and links to important class materials.

EXAMS:

Exams take place at the end of each semester. A student who misses a mid-term or final exam because of illness must provide

the Academic Dean with a doctor’s note verifying the student’s illness. All arrangements for make-up exams are made at the

discretion of the Academic Dean. All unexcused absences from a semester exam will result in the student receiving a failing

grade for the exam(s) missed. If a student has 5 or more consecutive excused absence days immediately before an exam period,

they will be contacted by the Academic Dean to determine the student’s exam schedule.

GRADE REPORTS and REPORT CARDS:

PlusPortals is an online grading program that allows students and parents access to a student’s gradebook. Students and parents

must log into the portal to view grades. Access information to PlusPortals is provided by the Academic Dean. Report cards

will be issued at the end of each academic term.

STUDY HALLS:

 All students in “Study” are expected to bring work to complete during the period.

 Students in “Study” are to maintain a quiet atmosphere.

 Students may request a pass to go to another location during the study. Students who have an authorized pass to leave

the study must return to the study five (5) minutes before period ends. Failure to do so will result in disciplinary action

by the Dean of Students.

SUMMER SCHOOL:

 Required courses that have a final grade of C- or lower may be retaken in the summer session. A student who

successfully completes the summer program may have his or her transcript changed to reflect the summer session grade.

The highest grade awarded in Summer School for a student improving their grade in a course is a B-. The highest

grade awarded for a student recovering a grade is C+.

 Summer School Grading System

Final Summer Grade Permanent Record Card Grade

90 - 100 B-

86 – 89 C+ (The highest grade for a student who fails a class)

81 - 85 C

76 - 80 C-

73 - 75 D+

70 - 72 D

Below 70 F

THE LEARNING CENTER:

The Learning Center, located in room 206 is open on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. A student

who is in need of extra help or tutoring is encouraged to attend the Learning Center. The Center affords students the opportunity

for quiet study or tutorial assistance from a teacher or National Honor Society tutor.

RECORDS ACCESS:

In compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, parents and students have the right to view their school

records. A 24-hour notice for such a request is necessary. Pursuant to the provisions of the above mentioned Act, parental rights

shall be transferred to the student upon the student’s 18

birthday. In the absence of a court order to the contrary, the school will

provide the non-custodial parent access to the student’s academic records. Non-custodial parents must make a formal written

request for this information. If there is a court order specifying that no information is to be given, it is the responsibility of the

custodial parent to provide the school with an official copy of the court order.

TRANSCRIPTS:

Transcripts will be issued upon the return of all CCHS property and the fulfillment of all financial obligations to the Business

Office. Official transcripts of students are sent directly from the Guidance Office to colleges, technical schools, and other

organizations. Students should allow two (2) weeks to process each transcript

WITHDRAWALS:

When a student withdraws or transfers to another school, the parent must notify the school and complete a “Withdrawal Form.”

The ‘Withdrawal Form” will allow CCHS to forward an official transcript and health records to the school the student will be

attending.

4. DISCIPLINARY REGULATIONS

ATTENDANCE POLICY:

In order for a student to receive credit for the year’s work, regular attendance is necessary. Parents and students must make

every attempt to schedule students' appointments outside of school hours. Students are expected to be present unless they have

an excused absence.

Excused Absence

Excused absences may include but are not necessarily limited to: student illness, a death in the family, a religious holiday, a

court appearance, authorized school field trips, college visits by seniors (2), or other medical, dental or therapeutic appointments

that could not be made outside the school day. When emergency medical visits during the school day are necessary, a student

should be away from school only for the time at the doctor/dentist office and return to school immediately after their

appointment. Verification of the appointment in the form of a note from the medical office is required.

Unexcused Absence

The school believes very strongly that neither parents nor students should be allowed to adjust the official school calendar for

their own convenience. Central Catholic respects the right of the parent in extraordinary circumstances to keep a student out of

school but, at the same time, parents should recognize that time taken from school is academically harmful to the student and is

to be avoided whenever possible. Unexcused absences include but are not limited to: family vacations while school is in session

and participation in non-Central Catholic sanctioned extra-curricular activities. Vacations should not be taken or extended

during school time. School days missed immediately before or after school vacations will not be excused without a phone call

on that day and a documented note (i.e. doctor or court notice) upon return to school. Failure to provide such a documented

note will result in the absence being deemed unexcused. A note from home does not automatically excuse a student. Even

if the absence meets the approval of a parent/guardian, the Associate Dean of Students makes the final determination as to

whether or not it is an excused absence. Unexcused absences still require a parent/guardian's note. All work required to be made

up by the classroom teacher must be completed within two (2) days of the student’s return to school. Extensions will be at the

discretion of the Academic Dean. Work not made up by the student will receive a grade of “0”. Teachers are not required to

make any special arrangements or provide any special instruction for a student with an unexcused absence. If, in the judgment of

a teacher and/or administrator, a pattern of absences coincides with the scheduling of exams, tests, quizzes, projects or papers, an

academic penalty may be imposed on a student.

Attendance Procedures

 Whenever a student is absent from school, the parent or guardian must telephone the school between 7:00 a.m. and 8:30

a.m. on EACH day the student is absent.

 On returning to school after an absence, and prior to homeroom, the student MUST report to the cafeteria and bring a

letter from home, explaining the specific reason for the absence. The letter is necessary even though the parent or

guardian has already phoned. If a student does not bring in a note with a specific reason or fails to report to the

Associate Dean of Students prior to homeroom on the day of return to school or at the time of late arrival, he/she

will receive a one-day warning. Failure to bring a note in on the second day will result in one detention being

issued.

 When a student is absent, he/she should obtain his/her homework assignment by accessing the school website and/or by

contacting a fellow student.

 On returning to school after an excused absence, students are responsible for contacting their teacher(s) to arrange

make-up assignments, tests and quizzes. Unless other arrangements are made with a teacher, work should be completed

within two (2) days of the student’s return to school. Due to a prolonged absence, a proposal for the arrangement and

completion of assignments must be submitted to and agreed upon by the Academic Dean.

 Students who are absent for five (5) consecutive school days because of illness must present a doctor's note to the

Associate Dean of Students on the day he/she returns stating the number of days said student should have been excused

from school.

 In order for a student to participate in or attend an extracurricular, athletic or school-sanctioned function, the student

must be present for at least 3 complete academic periods scheduled that day. A student who is not present for at least 3

complete academic periods will not be allowed to participate in or attend any athletic or extracurricular activity.

Violation of the policy may incur a disciplinary penalty from the Dean of Students and/or the Associate Dean of

Students.

ANTICIPATED ABSENCE:

A parent/guardian’s request for an anticipated absence must be in writing and submitted to the Associate Dean of Students at

least three days in advance of the absence. The Associate Dean of Students determines approval of anticipated absences. It is

the responsibility of the student to get assignments from teachers. Students must present the Anticipated Absence Form for

signatures to each of his/her teachers. This form must be returned to the Associate Dean of Students at the end of the school day.

COLLEGE VISITS:

Seniors will be permitted two (2) days for college visits and interviews. Central Catholic assigns ONE on October 19

, and the

second is to be planned by the student and his/her parent/guardian. The parent/guardian of the student must submit a note to the

Associate Dean of Students requesting an anticipated absence at least three (3) days prior to the college visit. A student must

submit the anticipated absence form to each of his/her teachers at least one (1) day prior to the absence. The day upon returning

from the college visit, the student must provide documentation on official college letterhead verifying a visit to the college or

university.

EARLY DISMISSAL:

A parent’s/guardian’s written request for an early dismissal must be submitted to the Associate Dean of Students prior to

homeroom on the day of the early dismissal. If the request is granted, the student will be responsible to make up all work

missed. Before leaving school for an early dismissal, the student must report to the main office to sign out. A student

returning to school on the same day of an early dismissal must report to the main office to sign in. Dismissal granted for medical

office visits will be excused when a student provides documentation from said medical office to the Associate Dean of Students

when he/she returns to school after the appointment.

HOMEROOM/START OF SCHOOL DAY:

Students must report to assigned homerooms by 7:40AM for attendance and announcements each day. A student late to school

and/or homeroom must report to the Associate Dean of Students in the cafeteria and may receive detention.

TARDINESS:

 Students are expected to be in their homeroom by 7:40AM.

 Students who arrive in their homeroom after 7:40AM will be considered tardy and must report to the Associate Dean of

Students in the cafeteria for a tardy slip.

 Students who arrive to school after 7:40 AM must use the Main Entrance and report to the Baroni Room for a tardy slip.

All other entrances to the school will be locked.

 Tardy Arrival Times:

o After 7:40 but before end of Period 1:

 First offense (per term) - 1 detention

 Subsequent offenses (per term) - 2 detentions

o Before the end of Period 2:

 First offense (per term) – 2 detentions

 Subsequent offenses (per term) – 3 detentions

o Before the end of Period 3:

 First offense (per term) – 3 detentions.

 Subsequent offenses (per term) – 5 detentions

 A student tardy to school because of a scheduled medical visit must provide documentation from the medical office in

order for the lateness to be excused.

 Students tardy to school on Meeting or Liturgy/Late Start scheduled school days will not be excused. All students who

are tardy on these days will incur a disciplinary penalty. In the event of an emergency medical visit, verification of the

appointment from the medical office is required.

 Students have five (5) minutes between class periods. Students entering class after this time will be considered tardy.

 Students tardy to class or study period will incur a disciplinary penalty.

 A student and/or parental consultation with the Associate Dean of Students will take place after a student has been tardy

more than two times. Repeated tardiness may result in further disciplinary action.

DISCIPLINE POLICY:

Introduction

Central Catholic recognizes its primary obligation to students is to maintain a safe learning environment. In order to carry out

this critically important obligation, Central Catholic has adopted a discipline policy, which gives the Administration authority to

impose distinct forms of discipline. These forms of discipline include: detention, probation, in-school suspension, out of school

suspension, short-term suspension (10 school days or less), long-term suspension (11 school days or more) and expulsion. In

some cases, parental withdrawal of the student may be recommended in lieu of expulsion. The choice of discipline shall depend

on the nature of the offense and shall be at the discretion of the Administration. Student discipline shall be imposed however,

subject to certain due process rights as stated below. This disciplinary policy gives the administration a full range of authority to

prevent, address and punish student behavior that is not conducive to a healthy learning environment. Such rules apply to all

student conduct on school grounds, on school buses, at school bus stops and in any activity or function at which the school is

involved. These rules may also apply to those activities, which start in school and continue off school premises. In some

instances the school retains the right to impose discipline on students’ activities, which occur off school premises and are

unrelated to school activities.

General Guidelines

The foundation of Central Catholic’s discipline policy lay in respecting the God-given dignity of every human being. Actions

that violate this God-given dignity, whether it is harassment or verbal abuse, will not be tolerated and subject to disciplinary

referral. Students are to be respectful and courteous to one another and to all school personnel and visitors. Mature and

appropriate behavior is expected at all times.

Students attending athletic events are expected to behave at all times in a respectful manner and to demonstrate good

sportsmanship. Disrespect and/or ridicule of opposing teams or officials will not be tolerated. If students misbehave at a

school-sponsored event or athletic event, home or away, they will have their ID cards confiscated, will have to leave the event,

and may be subject to further disciplinary action.

Students attending Central Catholic sponsored dances are expected to exhibit behavior that reflects the Christian morals and

values of the school. Any dancing deemed inappropriate by a chaperone or administrator is prohibited. A student may be

removed from a dance and the parent called if he/she is in non-compliance.

Central Catholic High School retains the right to impose immediate disciplinary action against students whose continued

presence the Administration believes poses a threat to the safety, security and welfare of other students, staff or other persons in

the school.

Representing CCHS

While Central Catholic does not attempt to regulate the private lives of its students during non-school hours, it does have a

concern with conduct that may bring discredit or harm to the name of the school or the reputation of the student body.

Consequently, behavior at school or away from school inappropriate to Christian moral standards or in violation of the law may

require discipline from the school. A student may be subject to disciplinary action for any conduct that is detrimental to the

common good, threatening, harmful, or offensive to other students and staff, or is of such a nature as to jeopardize the good name

of the school.

Types of Disciplinary Action

Detention

Weekday detention is held from 2:30PM to 3:15PM. Students must be in dress code, are to be prompt and must bring books to

read. No written work may be done during this time. Only textbooks, novels, or school notebooks are allowed as reading

material. Use of a iPad, calculator, or any electronic device is not allowed during detention. After school employment and/or

athletics and extracurricular activities will not be acceptable reasons for missing detention. Students receiving detention will be

given one day’s notice prior to the time they must serve the detention. The Dean of Students may assign “administrative

detention” for violations of the school’s disciplinary code, school policies or school procedures at another time other than the

regularly scheduled detention. A student failing to report to an assigned school detention may be given two additional

detentions for each detention missed.

Probation

Students who exhibit a continuous disregard for the rules and regulations of Central Catholic may be placed on Disciplinary

Probation. If a student wishes to remain at Central Catholic, he/she and the parent/guardian will be given a probationary contract

drawn up by the Dean of Students. Violation of the terms of the contract may result in further disciplinary action including

expulsion from Central Catholic. Refusal to agree to the terms of the contract will result in the student being asked to withdraw

from Central Catholic.

Suspension

Students may be subject to in school or out of school suspension for a given number of school days for what are deemed major

offenses by a school administrator. Suspendable offenses include but are not limited to: truancy, cutting class, misconduct at a

school function, excessive number of detentions, leaving campus during the school day without authorization, disrespect,

insubordination, dishonesty, forging parent/guardian signatures and smoking. A student who is suspended may not attend any

classes and may not participate in or attend any school activities.

During the time of this suspension, the student will be required to make up all work missed. This work includes but is not

limited to: classwork, homework, quizzes, tests, projects and examinations. All classwork and assessments must be completed

within two school days. Teachers will not provide extra help to the student to teach the lessons missed while on suspension. The

suspension serves as a warning that any subsequent inappropriate behavior may be cause for further disciplinary action,

including expulsion from Central Catholic.

Withdrawal

In some cases of major disciplinary infraction(s) or excessive infractions throughout the school year, the school administration

can request a parent/guardian to voluntarily withdraw the student from Central Catholic. The parent/guardian may accept or

reject this request. In the event the parent/guardian rejects this request, the administration may proceed with the expulsion

process.

Expulsion

A student will be subject to expulsion for any conduct at school or away from school that is of such a nature as to jeopardize the

good name of Central Catholic. Offenses which may be grounds for expulsion include but are not limited to: two suspensions

within a year, failure to comply with terms of disciplinary probation, conduct detrimental to the safety of other students,

trafficking and/or possession of illegal drugs and alcohol, stealing, fighting, malicious mischief, theft of semester exams, threats

of violence, sexual harassment, damaging school property, assault, possession of weapons and harassment of members of the

Central Catholic community.

Student Due Process Rights

Before receiving a short-term suspension (10 days or less) a student shall be given:

1. Notice of the offense(s).

2. An explanation of the evidence.

3. The opportunity to present their side of the story to a school administrator.

The school may impose a short-term suspension while long-term suspension procedures or expulsion procedures are in process.

Before receiving a long-term suspension (11 days or more) or a permanent expulsion, the student shall be given:

1. A hearing before the Principal.

2. A written notice of the offense(s).

3. The right to be represented by a lawyer or advocate (at student expense).

4. Adequate time to prepare for the hearing (three school days).

5. An explanation of the evidence.

6. The opportunity to present witnesses and testimony on the student’s behalf.

7. A prompt written decision.

Any student who is expelled from the school shall have the opportunity to appeal the decision to the President. The expelled

student shall have five (5) days from the receipt of notice of expulsion in which to give written notice of his/her appeal to the

President.

ALCOHOL, DRUGS AND TOBACCO:

Policy Goals. In the service of the safety of all Central Catholic High School students, the goals of our policies regarding drugs,

alcohol and tobacco are (1) to maintain a campus free of drugs, alcohol and tobacco, (2) to support our students in choosing not

to use these substances, (3) to assist students who have problems in this area.

Use, Possession, and Distribution of Alcohol and Drugs. The use, possession and/or distribution of, or attempts to possess or

distribute alcohol, marijuana or other drugs on school grounds, school transportation, or at school-sponsored activities (including

school sponsored events that take place off-campus) is forbidden. Infractions against this regulation are considered grievous in

themselves and a danger to other students. Students violating this regulation may be subject to immediate expulsion.

Use of Alcohol and Drugs Prior to Attending School and School Events. The use of alcohol, marijuana or other drugs prior

to attending school or any other school-sponsored event (including school-sponsored events that take place off-campus) is also

forbidden. Students violating this regulation will be immediately suspended pending more serious disciplinary action.

Use, Possession and Distribution of Tobacco and Nicotine Products. Smoking, vaping and the use, possession or distribution

of tobacco and nicotine products are prohibited in all areas of the school building, on the school grounds, in parking areas, in

student vehicles, on the sidewalks that adjoin the school, on school transportation or at school sponsored activities. Students

violating this regulation will be suspended pending more serious disciplinary action.

Suspension for Substance-Related Incidents. The American Psychiatric Association specifies that when the use of alcohol or

other substances interferes with a student’s fulfillment of school obligations, a Substance Abuse Disorder may be indicated.

Substance related suspensions in particular are cited as an example. For this reason, when a student is suspended from school as

a result of an incident involving the use, possession and/or distribution of, or attempts to possess or distribute alcohol and/or

other substances, Central Catholic High School requires that:

 The student must undergo a complete substance abuse assessment performed by a properly credentialed mental-health

provider. The choice of the provider must be approved by the Principal. The cost of such an assessment will be the

responsibility of the student and/or parent/guardian.

 The student and his/her parents must sign an authorization allowing the service provider to release to the Principal of

Central Catholic High School the results of the substance abuse assessment.

 The student must show evidence of compliance with these requirements (e.g. show that an appointment has been made)

within one week of the suspension.

Compliance with these requirements is a condition of reinstatement to Central Catholic High School following the suspension.

Failure to comply may lead to expulsion.

After reviewing the results of the substance abuse assessment, the Principal may oblige the student to undertake further

professional treatment as a condition of continued enrollment at Central Catholic High School.

Deterrence. As a deterrent to the use, possession, or distribution of drugs, alcohol and tobacco by Central Catholic High School

students, the school reserves the right to employ the following measures:

1) Search of the student’s person: The School may conduct a search of a student’s person and belongings upon “reasonable

suspicion” that a violation of the law or school rules has occurred or is occurring. Reasonable suspicion may be based

on facts provided by a reliable informant or personal observation which causes the School Administration to believe that

search of a particular person, place, or thing would lead to the discovery of evidence of a violation of School policy or

of state law. The search of a student’s person shall be conducted by a person of the same gender as the person being

searched. Another authorized person of the same gender will be present as a witness, if practicable. The parent or

guardian of any student searched under this provision shall be notified of the search as soon as is reasonably possible.

Searches of the person of a student shall be limited to a search of the clothing of the student and any object in

possession of the student, such as a purse, briefcase or backpack. Searches of the person shall be conducted out of the

presence of other students and as privately as possible. At least one but not more than three additional persons of the

same gender as the student being searched shall witness but not participate in the search. A refusal to submit to a search

may result in disciplinary action up to and including expulsion from the School.

2) Lockers and Desks: Lockers and other property of the school may be searched at any time without student consent.

Locking devices of any kind may be removed without prior notice to the student to facilitate such a search. The school

may also employ the use of trained drug sniffing dogs to discover drugs. A positive alert by a canine shall be deemed

reasonable suspicion to search a student.

3) Motor Vehicles: The School may search a motor vehicle located in or around School premises upon reasonable

suspicion that the vehicle may contain illegal items or items that may be harmful to the student or others. In addition,

viewing such items in plain sight in a student’s motor vehicle may also form the basis for a search of the motor vehicle.

The School may also employ the use of trained drug sniffing dogs to sniff around motor vehicles located in or around

the School. A positive alert by a canine shall be deemed reasonable suspicion to search the motor vehicle in question.

4) Discovered Items: Drugs, alcohol, and tobacco or any other illegal items or substances reasonably determined to be a

threat to the safety or security of the student or any other member of the School community may be seized by School

authorities. The School may turn seized items over to law enforcement officials for disposition.

5) Drug Testing: When there is a “reasonable suspicion” that a student may be involved in the use, possession, or

distribution of alcohol or drugs, the School will require the student to be tested at the student’s expense. A refusal to

submit to testing may result in disciplinary action up to and including withdrawal from the school. Drug test results

will be reported to the parents/guardians and to the Principal but will not be released to legal authorities. Positive drug

tests may result in disciplinary measures.

6) Breathalyzer Testing: Central Catholic High School has adopted a Breathalyzer Testing Policy and Plan because of the

real problem of alcohol use among underage youth in our society. Central Catholic is demonstrating its leadership and

commitment to the well-being of its students by fully endorsing this plan in an effort to prevent alcohol misuse. Central

Catholic is dedicated to promoting healthy lifestyles, a safe school environment, academic excellence and personal

growth of its students. This testing plan is adopted to assist in this mission. Central Catholic believes testing will serve

as a deterrent to alcohol use and provide students a reason to refuse alcohol when tempted by peers. Central Catholic

students can serve as positive, alcohol-free role models for other students to emulate and follow. Furthermore, the

testing can better assure the safety of students before and during school and school events. This testing is done to assist

students in making positive decisions regarding their personal behavior as well as promoting the safety of others.

Central Catholic High School administration and staff may request a breathalyzer test from any student while at school

or a school sponsored or school sanctioned event (including school sponsored events that take place off-campus) upon

“reasonable suspicion” that the student may be involved in the use of alcohol. If a student refuses to perform the

breathalyzer test, the student’s parent and/or guardian will be called. The student will also be denied access or be

required to leave the school or the school related event and be immediately suspended pending further disciplinary

action.

The breathalyzer device to be used is certified as accurate and reliable by the Department of Transportation and the

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Upon belief that a student may be under the influence of alcohol, Central Catholic staff will first question the student in

a private location in the presence of another staff member. After speaking with the student, if the staff members

determine that there is “reasonable suspicion” that the student has consumed alcohol, the staff may request that the

student perform a breathalyzer test.

The disclosure of student test results will be strictly limited. All test results will remain strictly confidential between

the student, the parent/guardian and the Central Catholic principal and designated administrative staff, unless otherwise

required by law. The school will contact the parent/guardian as soon as practical following a positive result.

If the test produces a positive result indicating that the student has consumed alcohol then the student’s parent/guardian

will be called to remove the individual from the school or the school sponsored event. The student will also be

immediately suspended pending further disciplinary action. School personnel will not initiate criminal charges or other

legal action based solely on a positive test result.

Asking for Help. Any student who voluntarily seeks the assistance of any school official with regard to a substance abuse

problem will be referred for professional assistance and will not be subject to disciplinary measures, provided that no violation of

school policies subsequently occurs. Central Catholic recognizes a clear difference between a person using drugs and one who is

supplying drugs to others. We sincerely hope that a student who may be involved in the use of drugs consults with a counselor

or teacher for help and referral. A STUDENT SEEKING HELP NEED NOT FEAR PUNITIVE ACTION BY THE SCHOOL.

Role of Parents. The appropriate role of parents is to require their children both to comply with school policies and to cooperate

fully with deterrence measures. Parents also bear responsibility for ensuring that their children are protected from unchaperoned

parties or any social setting where drugs, alcohol and tobacco use is likely. It is unrealistic to expect that Central Catholic High

School can regulate the behavior of students at parties and other gatherings that are held off-campus and that are not sponsored

or supervised by the school.

Notice. Upon admission to Central Catholic High School, and as a condition of matriculation, students and parents will give

written consent and approval to the school’s policies regarding drugs, alcohol and tobacco by signing the Central Catholic High

School Student/Parent Handbook awareness and agreement form.

DRUG TESTING POLICY

Central Catholic High School recognizes that our students face many challenges that may become obstacles to their adolescent

growth and development. One of these obstacles is the temptation of the illegal use of alcohol and drugs. For the past years we

have used a Breathalyzer to test students when there was a reasonable suspicion that they were under the influence of alcohol.

This year we will continue to administer a drug test in school when there is a reasonable suspicion that a student is illegally using

drugs. The cost of this test will be at the student/parent expense.

To further work together helping our students make healthy life-style choices, the school will also employ the use of MA State

Police drug sniffing dogs in random classrooms, corridors, and the parking lot. If there is a positive alert by the canine, the

matter will be handled internally unless there is a significant amount of an illegal substance found indicating the intent to

distribute.

Drug Screening Policy

I. Drug Screening

When there is reasonable suspicion that a student may be involved in the use, possession, or distribution of alcohol

or drugs, the school will require the student to be tested at the student’s expense. A refusal to submit to testing may

result in disciplinary action up to and including withdrawal from the school. Drug tests will be reported to the

Principal but will not be released to legal authorities. Positive drug tests may result in disciplinary measures.

II. Drug Screening Method

1. The student will be required to provide a urine sample for screening.

2. The sample will be collected in the privacy of the nurse’s bathroom.

3. The screening test will be performed on the sample in a private room in the nurse’s office. The school nurse

and a school administrator or two school administrators will administer the test.

4. The student’s parent/guardian will be notified as soon as possible that a drug screening has been conducted and

informed of the results of such screening.

III. Appeal of Test Results

1. If a student and/or parent/guardian feel that the test results are erroneous, the student or family has the right to

request to have the sample sent to a lab for confirmation at the expense of the student/family.

IV. Confidentiality and Dissemination of Results

1. Tests results will be confidential. In the event of a positive result that information will be shared with the

Administration.

2. Parents /guardians will be notified as soon as possible by phone of the administration of the drug screening.

3. A positive test result will result in the Dean of Students scheduling a confidential conference with the student

and parents/guardians.

4. The conference will include:

a. An explanation of the test results including type of drug.

b. Counseling options to assess the level of intervention needed.

c. After a positive test result, retesting (at the student’s expense) will be at the discretion of the

Administration.

d. A second positive test, anytime within the student’s attendance at Central Catholic, may result in

disciplinary consequences up to and including request for withdrawal or expulsion.

5. Central Catholic pledges to keep information respecting positive drug tests and the follow up procedures of the

school confidential.

6. Central Catholic will not initiate criminal charges or other legal action against the student or the student’s

parents/guardians based solely on a positive drug test obtained in the screening program.

ASSAULTS AND THREATS OF VIOLENCE:

Discriminatory Behavior. The Central Catholic community enjoys the benefits of a tolerant and diverse atmosphere and,

therefore, it will not tolerate any discriminatory behavior in word or in deed. Examples of such behavior would include, but are

not limited to, offensive, discriminatory, demeaning or insulting language or action, that is based on appearance, race, gender,

ethnicity, religious beliefs, socio-economic or sexual orientation, perceived or actual. Students found to have violated this policy

will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including suspension and/or permanent expulsion from the School.

Fighting. Fighting in school, on school grounds, in the areas around the school or at any school-sponsored event is punishable

by suspension and/or permanent expulsion from the School.

Violent Behavior. Central Catholic will not tolerate violent behavior whether it takes the form or hazing, bullying, assaulting

another, fighting with another or any other form of violent behavior. Students found to have violated this policy will be subject

to disciplinary action up to and including suspension and/or permanent expulsion from the School.

Violent Language or Threats of Violence.

In order to preserve the comfort, safety and security of our students, Central Catholic will not tolerate violent language or threats

of violence, in any form, against any member of the Central Catholic community no matter how said language or threats are

communicated. Students found to have violated this policy will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including suspension

and/or permanent expulsion from the School. Members of our community are expected to immediately bring their knowledge of

any such incidents to the attention of an administrator. All such incidents will be thoroughly investigated by the school

administration. Serious incidents will also be referred to local law enforcement agencies for criminal prosecution.

BULLYING:

Central Catholic High School will abide by the following Massachusetts General Law regarding bullying in schools. Students

who participate in the act of bullying will be subject to severe disciplinary action, which may include Suspension, Disciplinary

Probation, or request for Withdrawal or Expulsion.

Chapter 92: “The Commonwealth of Massachusetts – 2010 – An Act relative to Bullying in Schools.”

“Bullying” is defined as, the repeated use by one or more students of a written, verbal or electronic expression or a physical act

or gesture or any combination thereof, directed at a victim that: (i) causes physical or emotional harm to the victim or damage to

the victim’s property; (ii) places the victim in reasonable fear of harm to himself or of damage to his property; (iii) creates a

hostile environment at school for the victim; (iv) infringes on the rights of the victim at school; or (v) materially and substantially

disrupts the education process or the orderly operation of a school. Bullying shall include cyber-bullying.

“Cyber-bullying” is defined as, bullying through the use of technology or any electronic communication, which shall include,

but shall not be limited to, any transfer of signs, signals, writing, images, sounds, data, or intelligence of any nature transmitted

in whole or in part by a wire, radio, electromagnetic, photo electronic or photo optical system, including, but not limited to,

electronic mail, internet communications, text messages, instant messages or facsimile communications. Cyber-bullying shall

also include (i) the creation of a webpage or blog in which the creator assumes the identity of another person or (ii) the knowing

impersonation of another person as the author of a posted content or messages, if the creation or impersonation creates any of the

conditions enumerated in clauses (i) to (v), inclusive, of the definition of bullying. Cyber-bullying shall also include the

distribution by electronic means of a communication to more than one person or the posting of material on an electronic medium

that may be accessed by one or more persons, if the distribution or posting creates any of the conditions enumerated in clauses (i)

to (v), inclusive, of the definition of bullying.

Bullying shall be prohibited: (i) on school grounds, property immediately adjacent to school grounds, at a school-sponsored or

school-related activity, function or program whether on or off school grounds, at a school bus stop, on a school bus or other

vehicle owned, leased or used by CCHS, or through the use of technology or an electronic device owned, leased or used by

CCHS and (ii) at a location, activity, function or program that is not school-related, or through the use of technology or an

electronic device that is not owned, leased or used by CCHS, if the bullying creates a hostile environment at school for the

victim, infringes on the rights of the victim at school or materially and substantially disrupts the education process or the orderly

operation of a school.

Retaliation against a person who reports bullying, provides information during an investigation of bullying, or witnesses or has

reliable information about bullying shall be prohibited.

BULLYING PREVENTION AND INTERVENTION PLAN

Introduction

Central Catholic High School is committed to maintaining a school environment where each student is challenged to reach

his/her full potential by fostering in each child a love of learning and by providing an environment that also fosters respect and

understanding of one another. In this regard, it is essential that a safe, positive and productive educational environment be

established where students can attain the highest academic achievement and where no student shall be subject to bullying, cyber-

bullying and the effects thereof. Central Catholic’s expectation of all members of its community is that all are treated with

respect, dignity and civility. Anything less than this is not acceptable and will not be tolerated.

Definitions:

Aggressor is a student or member of the Central Catholic community who engages in bullying, cyber-bullying or retaliation.

Bullying is the repeated use by one or more students of a written, verbal, or electronic expression or a physical act or gesture or

any combination thereof, directed at a target that:

 causes physical harm to the target or emotional harm to the target’s reputation or damage to the target’s property;

 places the target in reasonable fear of harm to him/herself or of damage to his property;

 creates a hostile environment at school for the target;

 infringes on the rights of the target at school; or

 materially and substantially disrupts the education process or the orderly operation of the school.

Bullying may include, but is not limited to, conduct such as physical intimidation or assault, including intimidating an individual

into taking action against his/her will; oral or written threats; teasing; putdowns; name-calling; stalking; threatening looks,

gestures or actions; cruel rumors; false accusations; and social isolation.

Cyber-bullying is bullying through the use of technology or any electronic communication, which shall include, but not be

limited to, any transfer of signs, signals, writing, images, sounds, data or intelligence of any nature transmitted in whole or in

part by a wire, radio, electromagnetic, photo electronic or photo optical system, including, but not limited to, electronic mail,

internet communications, instant messages or facsimile communications. Cyber-bullying also includes:

 the creation of a web page or blog in which the creator assumes the identity of another person;

 the knowing impersonation of another person as the author of posted content or messages, if the creation or

impersonation creates any of the conditions enumerated above in the definition of bullying; and

 the distribution by electronic means of a communication to more than one person or the posting of material on an

electronic medium that may be accessed by one or more persons, if the distribution of posting creates any of the

conditions enumerated above in the definition of bullying.

Cyber-bullying may include conduct such as sending derogatory, harassing or threatening email messages, instant messages, or

text messages; creating websites that ridicule, humiliate, or intimidate others; and posting on websites or disseminating

embarrassing or inappropriate pictures or images of others.

Bullying is prohibited on school grounds, property immediately adjacent to school grounds, at a school sponsored or school

related activity, function or program whether on or off school grounds, at a school bus stop, on a school bus or other vehicle

owned, leased or used by the school, or through the use of technology or an electronic owned, leased or used by the school.

Bullying is also prohibited at a location, activity, function or program that is not school-related, or through the use of technology

or an electronic device that is not owned, leased or used by the school, if the acts create a hostile environment at school for the

target, infringes on the rights of the target at school or materially and substantially disrupts the educational process or the orderly

operation of the school.

Hostile environment is a situation in which bullying causes the school environment to be permeated with intimidation, ridicule

or insult that is sufficiently severe or pervasive to alter the condition of a student’s education.

Retaliation is any form of intimidation, reprisal, or harassment directed against a person who reports bullying, provides

information during an investigation of bullying, or witnesses or has reliable information about bullying. Retaliation is

prohibited.

Target is a student against whom bullying, cyber-bullying or retaliation has been perpetrated.

Leadership

Central Catholic High School’s Bullying Prevention and Intervention Plan has been developed in consultation with teachers,

administrators, counselors, the school nurse and parents. Notice and a public comment period by families of students currently at

the school was provided before the plan was adopted by the school. The school and parents/guardians all have a role in teaching

students/children to have an understanding of and respect for diversity and difference. The school administration, faculty and

staff are responsible for setting priorities and staying current with research on methods to prevent and effectively respond to

bullying.

The Plan is intended to be a reflection of our Mission as a Catholic Marist School and is consistent with policies stated in the

Student-Parent Handbook. As part of the development of the plan, school leaders have assessed the effectiveness of current

programs and reviewed current policies and procedures involving reporting alleged situations of bullying. Based on this review,

Central Catholic will make decisions for prevention strategies including, but not limited to, professional development, age-

appropriate curricula, and identifying in-school and out of school support services.

Central Catholic is committed to providing all students with a safe learning environment that is free from bullying. The school

will take specific steps to create a safe, supportive environment for all members of its community and provide all students with

the knowledge, skills and strategies to prevent or respond to bullying.

Faculty and Staff Notification

At the beginning of each school year, Central Catholic faculty/staff will be provided written notice of the RCAB policy and the

school’s bullying prevention and intervention plan. Relevant sections will be included in the CCHS Faculty Handbook.

Reporting Obligations

Reporting by Staff: Central Catholic faculty/staff shall immediately report any instance of bullying or retaliation s/he has

witnessed or become aware of to the Principal or designated administrator.

Reporting by Students, Parents/Guardians, or Others: Central Catholic expects students, parents/guardians, and others who

witness or become aware of any instance of bullying or retaliation involving a student to report it to the Principal or designated

administrator. An individual may make an anonymous report of bullying or retaliation, however, no disciplinary action may be

taken against a student solely on the basis of an anonymous report. Students, parent/guardians, and others may file a written

report (Exhibit A). A student who knowingly makes a false accusation of bullying or retaliation may be subject to disciplinary

action.

Reporting to Local Law Enforcement: At any point after receipt of a report of bullying or retaliation, or during or after an

investigation, if the Principal has a reasonable basis to believe that the incident may involve criminal conduct, the Principal will

notify the local law enforcement agency. In addition, if an incident of bullying or retaliation occurs on school grounds and

involves a former student under the age of 21 who is no longer enrolled in school, the Principal shall contact the local law

enforcement agency if he or she has reasonable basis to believe that criminal charges may be pursued.

Reporting to an Administrator or Another School District or School: If an incident of bullying or retaliation involves

students from more than one school district, charter school, non-public school, approved private special education day or

residential school or collaborative school, the Principal first informed of the incident will promptly notify the appropriate

administrator of the other school so that both may take appropriate action.

Investigation

The Principal or designated administrator shall investigate promptly a report of bullying or retaliation, giving consideration to all

the circumstances at hand, including the nature of the allegations and the ages of the students involved.

Pre-Investigation: Even before fully investigating allegations of bullying or retaliation, school personnel will consider whether

there is a need to take immediate steps to support the alleged target and/or protect the alleged target from further potential

incidents of concern. In taking any such action, the rights of the alleged target and alleged aggressor will be considered.

Interviews: The Principal or designated administrator will interview the alleged aggressor and witnesses. The Principal or

designated administrator will remind the alleged aggressor, target and witnesses that retaliation against persons whom they

believe may have reported the incidents or cooperated with the investigation is strictly prohibited and will result in disciplinary

action. To the extent practicable, the Principal or designated administrator will maintain confidentiality during the investigative

process. A written record of the investigation will be maintained (Exhibit B).

Determination

The Principal or designated administrator will make a determination based upon all of the facts and circumstances. If, after

investigation, bullying or retaliation is substantiated, the school will take steps reasonably calculated to prevent recurrence and

ensure that the target is not restricted in participating in school or in benefitting from school activities. It will also be determined

what remedial action is required, if any and what responsive actions and/or disciplinary action are necessary. The following are

examples of steps that may be taken to prevent the recurrence or bullying or retaliation: parent conferences, transferring

student’s classroom, limiting or denying student access to a part, or area, of the school, exclusion from participation in school-

sponsored or school-related activities and/or extracurricular activities, arranging for communication between the parties to assist

them in resolving issues which have arisen between them, making a referral for counseling.

The Principal or designated administrator will promptly notify the parents or guardians of the target or aggressor about the

results of the investigation and, if bullying or retaliation is found, what action is being taken to prevent further acts of bullying or

retaliation. Because of the legal requirements regarding the confidentiality of student records, the Principal cannot report

specific information to the target’s parent/guardian about the disciplinary action taken unless it involves a “stay away” order or

other directive that the target must be aware of in order to report violations.

CUTTING CLASSES:

Students must be present for all assigned periods or activities. This includes Homeroom, classes, studies, and lunch in the

cafeteria. A student's failure to comply with this regulation may result in the loss of academic credit for the class (es) missed and

five (5) days of detention for each class period cut.

GAMBLING:

Gambling, in any form, is not allowed. Students found to have violated this policy will be subject to disciplinary action up to and

including suspension and/ or permanent expulsion from the school.

GUM, CANDY, FOOD AND DRINKS:

Gum chewing is not allowed anywhere in the school building. Two (2) school detentions will be given to any student chewing

gum. Food, drinks and candy are not allowed in corridors and instructional areas at any time. Two (2) school detentions will be

given to any student who is eating food or drinking a beverage n the above said areas. Food, drinks and candy may be consumed

after school only in the cafeteria, Raider Pub and on the Memorial Gym floor.

HAZING:

Pursuant to Chapter 536 of the Massachusetts General Laws, it is crime to participate in or organizing hazing or for a person at

the scene of such crime to fail to report the incident. Central Catholic High School will comply with this law and where

appropriate, impose disciplinary action by the school.

Chapter 536: "The Commonwealth of Massachusetts - 1985 - An Act prohibiting the Practice of Hazing.”

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representative in General Court assembled, and by the authority of the same, as

follows:

Chapter 269 of the General Laws is hereby amended by adding the following three sections:

Section 17. Whoever is a principal organizer or participant in the crime of hazing as defined herein shall be punished by a fine

of not more than three thousand dollars or by imprisonment in a house of correction for not more than one year, or by both such

fine and imprisonment. The term "hazing" as used in this section and in sections eighteen and nineteen, shall mean any conduct

or method of initiation into any student organization, whether on public or private property, which willfully or recklessly

endangers the physical or mental health of any student or other person. Such conduct shall include whipping, beating, branding,

calisthenics, exposure to the weather, forced consumption of any food, liquor, beverage, drug or other substance, or any other

brutal treatment or forced physical activity which is likely to adversely affect the physical health or safety of any such student or

other person, or which subjects such student or other person, to extreme mental stress, including extended deprivation of sleep or

rest or extended isolation. Notwithstanding any other provision of this section to the contrary, consent shall not be available as a

defense to any prosecution under this section (added by St. 1985, c.536: amended by St. 1987, c.665.)

Section 18. Whoever knows that another person is the victim of hazing as defined in Section 17 and is at the scene of such crime

shall, to the extent that such person can do so without danger or peril to himself or others, report such crime to an appropriate law

enforcement official as soon as reasonably practicable. Whoever fails to report such crime shall be punished by a fine of not

more than $500.

Section 19. HAZING STATUTES TO BE PROVIDED: STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE AND DISCIPLINE POLICY

REQUIRED. Each institution of secondary education and each public and private institution of post-secondary education shall

issue to every student group, student team or student organization which is part of such institution or is recognized by the

institution or permitted by the institution of use its name or facilities or is known by the institution to exist as an unaffiliated

student group, student team or student organization, a copy of this section and sections seventeen and eighteen; provided,

however, that an institution’s compliance with this section’s requirements that an institution issue copies of this section and

sections seventeen and eighteen to unaffiliated student groups, teams or organizations shall not constitute evidence of the

institution’s recognition or endorsement of said unaffiliated student groups, teams or organizations. Each such group, team or

organization shall distribute a copy of this section and sections seventeen and eighteen to each of its members, plebes, pledges or

applicants for membership. It shall be the duty of each such group, team or organization, acting through its designate officer, to

deliver annually, to the institution an attested acknowledgment stating that such group, team or organization has received a copy

of this section and said sections seventeen and eighteen, that each of its members, plebes, pledges, or applicants has received a

copy of sections seventeen and eighteen, and that such group, team or organization understands and agrees to comply with the

provisions of this section and sections seventeen and eighteen. Each institution of secondary education and each public or

private institution of post-secondary education shall, at least, annually, before or at the start of enrollment, deliver to each person

who enrolls as a full time student in such institution a copy of this section and sections seventeen and eighteen. Each institution

of secondary education and each public or private institution of post-secondary instruction shall file, at least annually, a report

with the regents of higher education and in the case of secondary schools, the board of education, certifying that such institution

has complied with its responsibility to inform student groups, teams or organizations and to notify each full time student enrolled

by it or the provisions of this section and sections seventeen and eighteen and also certifying that said institution has adopted a

disciplinary policy with regard to the organizers and participants of hazing, and that such policy has been set forth with

appropriate emphasis in the student handbook or similar means of communicating the institutions policies to its students. The

board of regents and, in the case of secondary schools, the board of education shall promulgate regulations governing the content

and frequency of such reports, and shall forthwith report to the attorney general any such institution, which fails to make such

report. (Added by St. 1985, c.536; amended by St. 1987, c. 665.)

INFRACTIONS IN THE CLASSROOM:

The teacher involved will handle most behavioral infractions that occur in the classroom. The teacher will point out the error in

behavior and the changes expected. The teacher may issue the student a “teacher detention” and/or call the parents. Students

receiving detention will be given one day’s notice prior to the time they must serve the detention. If a student is given a “teacher

detention”, it is the responsibility of the student to know where and when they are to report to the teacher. Any student failing to

meet the obligation to serve a teacher detention will automatically receive a school detention. If the student cannot locate the

teacher who issued the detention, they must contact the Dean of Students or the main office. If the student is unresponsive to the

changes in behavior that the teacher wants to see in the student, then the student will be referred to the Dean of Students. The

Dean of Students will then arrange a conference with the student. The conference may include the parents and the teacher

involved. The Dean of Students will then proceed with the appropriate disciplinary action.

A student who is told to leave a classroom or supervised area must report immediately to the Main Office. Parents will

be called and appropriate disciplinary action will be taken.

MALICIOUS MISCHIEF:

Any student caught purchasing, using, or in possession of smoke bombs, pepper gas, mace or any other substance or objects that

could disrupt the normal routine of school and/or cause harm to any member of the school community will be subject to

suspension and possible expulsion. This would also include the inappropriate activation of alarms on school property.

PUBLIC DISPLAYS OF AFFECTION:

In keeping with an atmosphere conducive to learning, inappropriate displays of affection between students are not permitted

within the school building, on the grounds, or on school buses/vans. This includes but is not limited to holding hands and

kissing. Students engaging in said activity will receive detention.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT:

Policy: Central Catholic High School is committed to providing an educational environment that is free of sexual harassment.

Sexual harassment is completely unacceptable and will not be tolerated in any form. It is also a violation of this policy to

condone sexual harassment by another person. For purposes of this policy, to "condone" sexual harassment means to participate

in such harassment by inciting, encouraging, fostering or otherwise giving support or approval to that harassment. Also

prohibited is any retaliation against any other person because he/she complains of sexual harassment or assists a school

investigation of harassment and any intimidation, coercion or other attempted interference with an investigation of a harassment

complaint. The school will take seriously all complaints of sexual harassment, the condoning of sexual harassment or retaliation

and will have each complaint thoroughly investigated.

Sexual Harassment by Students: Students are prohibited from making unwelcome sexual advances or requests for sexual favors

and from engaging in any other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when those advances, requests or conduct have the

purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with the education of another student or the working environment of any employee

of the school by creating an intimidating, hostile, humiliating or sexually-offensive educational or working environment. This

includes students' conduct on buses and school- related activities.

Sexual Harassment by a School Employee: It is a violation of school policy for any teacher, administrator or other school

employee, male or female, to sexually harass a student. For purposes of this prohibition, sexual harassment means any sexual

advances, requests for sexual favors and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature - when submission to or rejection of

such advances, requests or conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of the provision of educational

benefits, privileges or placement services or as a basis for the evaluation of academic achievement; or when such advances,

requests or conduct have the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual's education by creating an

intimidating, hostile, humiliating or sexually- offensive educational environment. Any condoning of sexual harassment of a

student and any retaliation against a student because he/she complains of sexual harassment or assists a school investigation of

such a complaint is also prohibited.

Examples and Further Policy Discussion: Whether particular language or conduct constitutes sexual harassment depends upon

the circumstances of the incident and will be determined by the school on a case-by-case basis. The following are, however,

some examples of language and conduct, which all students of the school are cautioned to avoid. This is not an exhaustive list.

Comments to, or about, any student or school employee on his/her appearance that are sexually-graphic or would otherwise tend

to be degrading. Any physical contact of a sexual nature. Jokes or other remarks with sexual content that are graphic or may

otherwise be offensive to others. Sexually suggestive sounds or gestures, display of objects, posters, pictures or photos of a

sexual nature are all examples of sexual harassment.

Procedure for Complaint and Investigation: If any student believes that he/she has been subjected to sexual harassment,

whether by a student, a school employee or any other person who comes on school property with permission, or that he/she has

witnessed the sexual harassment of another, the student should report the incident promptly to the Principal or any other

administrator with whom the student feels comfortable. A complaint of sexual harassment by a student or by a parent on the

student's behalf may also be made to any counselor or teacher. A counselor or teacher who receives such a complaint will

promptly notify the appropriate administrator to initiate an investigation. It is the policy of the school to have all complaints

of sexual harassment promptly and fully investigated and to take any steps necessary to remedy the situation. Normally, the

investigation of a complaint of sexual harassment will be conducted by the Principal and will include separate private interviews

with the complainant, each person accused of harassment and each witness, if any. The interview will ordinarily be documented

by the administrator conducting the investigation, but those interviewed may also be asked to provide a written statement. All

students are expected to cooperate fully with any investigation of sexual harassment. Information provided during an

investigation of sexual harassment will be treated as confidential. This means that such information will be shared with others

on a need-to-know basis only. The parent or guardian of the complainant and those accused may be notified. In appropriate

circumstances, as determined by the school, the accused may be informed of the identity of the complainant or witnesses, but, in

those circumstances, the accused will be cautioned against reprisals or recrimination or any attempted intimidation or coercion of

the complainant or witnesses. At the conclusion of the investigation, the administrator will prepare a report, which will be

shared with both the complainant and person or persons accused of harassment.

Disciplinary Action: Any student found to have sexually-harassed another individual is subject to disciplinary sanctions, up to

and including suspension, request for withdrawal or permanent expulsion from the school. Any retaliation, discrimination or

other adverse action, such as intimidation, threats or coercion, taken against a student or school employee because he/she

complains of sexual harassment or assists an investigation of harassment will also result in disciplinary sanctions, up to and

including suspension, request for withdrawal or permanent expulsion from the school. Any student found to have condoned

sexual harassment by another may, depending upon the extent of his/her participation, be subject to disciplinary action.

STEALING AND VANDALISM:

Both stealing and vandalism represent serious violations of trust and respect for others and will not be tolerated at Central

Catholic. A student who damages or steals school property or the property of a member of the Central Catholic community must

make monetary restitution for any necessary repairs or replacements. The student will be subject to disciplinary action up to and

including suspension, request for withdrawal, and/or permanent expulsion from the School.

STUDENT SEARCHES:

Central Catholic’s policy is that “the interests of students will be involved, but no more than is necessary to achieve the

legitimate end of preserving order in the schools”. When there is reasonable suspicion that a search will turn up evidence that a

student has violated or is violating either the law or the rules of the school, a school official may search the student’s person,

belongings, locker, electronic devices, and automobile. In order to maintain a safe and secure school environment, the school

reserves the right to use any and all legal means in the conduct of student searches.

If a student is going to be personally searched, the student’s parent/guardian will be notified as soon as is reasonably possible.

The search will take place in the presence of at least one but not more than three witnesses of the same gender. Searches may

include student lockers and automobiles. Should the student refuse to cooperate with a search, the parent/guardian will be called

and the police may be summoned. *New Jersey vs. T.L.O. 53 U.S.L.W. 4083, 4087-4088

TRUANCY:

A student is truant if absent from school without the parent's/guardian's knowledge or consent. A student is also considered

truant if he/she leaves the building or school function without administrative authorization. Truancy is considered an absence

that is not excused and will result in the student receiving a zero (0) for the assignments, tests and quizzes missed. The

parent/guardian of the truant will be notified and may be required to meet with the Dean of Students before the student is

readmitted to school. A student who is truant will be suspended and must serve ten days of detention. The school does not

accept responsibility for the student’s behavior while truant.

WEAPONS:

Students in possession of any dangerous weapon, including knives and guns (real or otherwise), or any other instrument that

could be considered harmful to any member of the school community, whether on their person, in their book bags, in their

lockers, in their automobiles or at school functions are subject to immediate suspension, request for withdrawal and/or expulsion.

5. GENERAL REGULATIONS

ACTIVITIES & ATHLETICS:

Rules and regulations governing the student's participation in individual activities are made by the respective coach/moderator,

subject to approval by the Athletic or Activities Director. Students participating in athletics and activities must comply with all

rules of Central Catholic High School and in the case of athletes with the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic

Association). The right to do so is delegated by the Administration of the school, and it is therefore, incumbent upon the student

to be aware of and to abide by the rules and regulations that govern the activity.

However, if at any time, the Administration, coaching staff or moderator feels that the primary aims of the school, effective

learning and the development of character are being seriously impeded by a student's participation in an activity, the student will

be obliged to withdraw from participation in the activity. This suspension of the student's privilege of participation can be for a

limited span of time or for the duration of the season.

ACTIVITIES AND SPECIAL INTEREST CLUBS:

The school offers over thirty (30) extra-curricular clubs and activities aside from athletics. Students are encouraged to join and

contribute to these activities over their years at Central Catholic. Many of the fondest and lasting memories and friendships of

the high school years will be forged through taking part in these activities. Interested students can contact the Director of

Activities for information and meetings of these clubs.

ATHLETICS:

Central Catholic High School believes in the inherent good derived from student participation in interscholastic athletics. The

development of physical aptitudes, personal fitness, self-discipline and self-discovery, as well as the lessons learned about team

membership, sportsmanship and responsibility are chief among these benefits. Central Catholic High School sponsors student-

athletes in twenty six (27) sports in competitions governed by the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA)

and the Merrimack Valley Conference (MVC) as well as two (2) seasons of cheerleading under the MSSAA.

The Athletics Handbook for Students and Parents

Participation in interscholastic athletics is a privilege, and as such carries associated responsibilities. The “CCHS Athletics

Handbook for Students and Parents” contains the policies, procedures and guidelines for athletic participation for CCHS

students. Student-athletes and their parents or guardians must be aware of and agree to abide by these policies, procedures and

guidelines. This handbook is available online at www.centralcatholic.net.

ATHLETIC REGULATIONS OF THE MIAA:

Central Catholic is subject to and complies with the rules and regulations of the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic

Association (MIAA). All student athletes and coaches agree to be governed by these regulations. A complete version of the

MIAA Handbook of Rules and Regulations Governing Athletics can be viewed at www.miaa.net. Questions pertaining to the

MIAA or its rules/regulations may be directed to the Director of Athletics. While all the rules of MIAA are important, there are

several rules which seem to raise the most important questions and which are most frequently cited. To avoid any confusion,

both of these rules are listed below EXACTLY as they appear in the MIAA Blue Book.

Loyalty to the High School Team: Bona Fide Team Members (MIAA Handbook, Rule #45)

A bona fide member of the school team is a student who is consistently present for, and actively participates in, all high school

team sessions (e.g. practices, tryouts, competitions). Bona fide members of a school team are precluded from missing a high

school practice or competition in order to participate in a non-school athletic activity/event in any sport recognized by the

MIAA. Penalties:

First Offense – Student athlete is suspended for 25% of the season.

Second Offense – Student athlete is suspended for an additional 25% of the season and is ineligible for tournament play

immediately upon confirmation of the violation.

Student Athlete Chemical Health Regulations (MIAA Handbook, Rule #62.1)

From the earliest fall practice date to the conclusion of the academic year or final athletic event (whichever is latest), a student

shall not, regardless of the quantity, use or consume, possess, buy/sell or give away any beverage containing alcohol, tobacco

products, steroids, marijuana or any controlled substance. This policy includes products such as “NA (non-alcoholic) or near

beer.” It is not a violation for a student to be in possession of a legally- defined drug specifically prescribed for the student's

own use by his/her doctor. This rule represents only a minimum standard upon which schools may develop more stringent

requirements. This MIAA statewide minimum standard is not intended to render “guilt by association”, e.g. many student

athletes might be present at a party where only a few violated the standard. If a student in violation of this rule is unable to

participate in interscholastic sports because of injury, academics, or otherwise, the penalty will not take effect until that student

is able to participate again.

A. Minimum penalties:

First Violation: When the Principal confirms, following an opportunity for the student to be heard, that a violation occurred, the

student shall lose eligibility for the next consecutive interscholastic contests totaling 25% of all contests in that sport. No

exception is permitted for a student who becomes a participant in a treatment program. It is recommended that the student be

allowed to remain at practice for the purpose of rehabilitation. All decimal part of an event will be truncated i.e. all fractional

part of an event will be dropped when calculating the 25% of the season.

Second and Subsequent Violations: When the Principal confirms, following an opportunity for the student to be heard, that a

second or subsequent violations occurred, the student shall lose eligibility for the next consecutive interscholastic contests

totaling 60% of all contests in that sport. For the student, these penalties will be determined by the season the violation occurs.

All decimal part of an event will be truncated i.e. all fractional part of an event will be dropped when calculating the 60% of the

season.

If after second or subsequent violations, the student on his/her own volition becomes a participant in an approved chemical

dependency program or treatment program, the student may be certified for reinstatement in M.I.A.A. activities after a minimum

period of 40% of events. The high school principal in collaboration with a Chemical Dependency Program or Treatment

Program must certify that a student is attending or issue a certificate of completion. If a student does not complete the program,

the penalty reverts back to 60% of the season. All decimal part of an event will be truncated i.e. all fractional part of an event

will be dropped when calculating the 40% of the season.

Penalties shall be cumulative each academic year but serving the penalty could carry over for one year. Or, if the penalty

period is not completed during the season of violation, the penalty shall carry over to the student’s next season of actual

participation, which may affect the eligibility status of the student during the next academic year (e.g. A student plays only

football: he violates the rule in the winter and/or the spring of the same academic year: he would serve the penalty{ies} during

the fall season of the next academic year).

Student Eligibility: Physical Examinations/Medical Coverage/Concussions (MIAA Handbook, Rule #56.1)

All students must pass a physical examination within 13 months (395 days) of the start of each season. Students who meet this

criteria at the start of the season will remain eligible for that season. Physical examinations must be performed by a duly

registered Physician, Physician’s Assistant or Nurse Practitioner.

The following rules are in line with MIAA rules and apply for participating in the Athletic Program at Central Catholic:

 Any student who wishes to represent Central Catholic High School in interscholastic athletics must have at

least one complete physical examination per year.

 This examination must take place prior to the student's first actual participation during the year and be kept on

file in the School Nurse’s Office.

 The physical examination expires 13 months from the date of the previous medical exam on file. If no

examination is on file, a student-athlete may not participate until one is submitted.

 Under new Massachusetts State Law, ALL student-athletes AND at least one parent or legal guardian

MUST ANNUALLY review the NFHS Guidelines regarding concussions and attest to that fact before a

student-athlete is deemed eligible for interscholastic athletic participation.

All students MUST be covered by some type of medical policy (through home or available through CCHS for a nominal fee)

before participating in extra-curricular activities.

 Since the cost of a school-wide Medical Insurance Policy for athletes is prohibitive, it is mandatory that some

form of home Medical Insurance Policy cover each student who represents the school in interscholastic

competition. The name and number of this policy should also be on file in both the nurse's office records and

in the Athletic records’ area.

 Any student who is not covered by any type of home medical policy will not be allowed to represent Central

Catholic and to participate in any interscholastic competition.

 For student-athletes without medical insurance, it is the responsibility of the student and parent/guardian to

purchase school medical coverage or the student-athlete may not participate in athletics until coverage is

obtained. This plan is relatively inexpensive and is available through a private insurance company. This plan is

an accident insurance and does not cover incidents of a pre-existing condition.

Central Catholic, by this policy, absolves itself from responsibility of medical expenses incurred by an athlete

AFTER SCHOOL:

If a student remains after school to use the library, participate in an organized school activity, seek extra help or serve detention,

he/she must be in a supervised area. Areas in which students are not allowed to congregate include but are not limited to the

theatre, small gym, hallways, stairways and conference rooms. Students found in an unsupervised area will be asked to leave the

area. Students who fail to comply with this request will be referred to the Dean of Students.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

A student who wants to have an announcement made over the P.A. or put into the homeroom daily announcements must have it

approved by an administrator, teacher or moderator/coach.

APPEARANCE AND ATTIRE:

The purpose of Central Catholic’s Dress Code is to establish an atmosphere conducive to learning and foster pride in appearance.

All students are required to dress appropriately in accordance with the dress code outlined in the Student/Parent Handbook.

Dress must be neat, clean and modest. Students must be in dress code from 7:40 AM through 2:10 PM. Students serving

detention must also follow dress code rules. Dress Code requirements apply on field trips and mid-year and final exam days.

Students in violation of the Dress Code will be issued detention(s). The Dean of Students and/or the Associate Dean of Students

make the final determination on appearance and attire violations.

Penalties for dress code violations per quarter

First offense – 1 detention

Second offense – 3 detentions

Third offense – 5 detentions and meeting with the parent/guardian

Subsequent violations – 5 detentions and/or suspension from school

Dress Code for All Students:

 Shirt/Blouse: All students will be required to wear approved shirts/blouses as offered through the CCHS Customized

Land’s End Website. All shirts must have the approved Central Catholic logo purchased exclusively from the Lands’

End School Uniforms. NO OTHER SHIRTS WILL BE ALLOWED AS PART OF THE CENTRAL CATHOLIC

DRESS CODE. Shirts must be properly sized. Ill-fitting shirts/blouses are not permitted. Alterations of the Lands’

End dress code shirt are not permitted. Students wearing ill-fitting Lands’ End shirts will receive one warning to

provide opportunity to place order with Land’s End. Student must submit written proof of purchase or face possible

detention. Subsequent violations will result in a detention being issued. Only one button below the collar may be open.

Non-distracting short sleeve t-shirts may be worn under a dress code shirt. . All dress code shirts from Lands’ End

must be fitted properly and must be completely tucked in at all times.

 Pants/Slacks: All pants/slacks must have belt loops and be worn with a belt, which must be visible and fastened at the

waist. The length of the pant leg must be long enough to cover the sock.

All pants must be purchased from the Lands’ End school uniform website or catalogue and have the approved Central

Catholic logo.

The following are also NOT PERMITTED:

o Pants that are excessively tight, baggy, oversized, or worn below the waist

o Slit, cut ripped or torn pants

o Belts that tie or have fringe including scarves used as belts

 Sweaters: Only Lands’ End dress code crew, V-neck or cardigan sweaters or vests bearing the approved Central

Catholic logo may be worn. Sweaters must be worn over the approved dress code shirt. The collar of the shirt/blouse

must be visible. Hooded, tight, form fitting, baggy or over-sized sweaters are NOT permitted. Sweatshirts are also

NOT permitted.

 Fleece: Only Lands’ End dress code fleece vests or jackets bearing the approved Central Catholic logo may be worn.

Fleece must be worn over the approved dress code shirt and vests or jackets are to be zipped such that the dress code

shirt is visible.

 Footwear: Central Catholic requires a dress code shoe for all students. Acceptable styles for boys and girls are –

Leather Boat Shoes in the following colors: Tan, Brown, Black, Blue, or Grey. Socks must be worn and shoes with

laces must be tied.

 Eyewear: Contact lenses, which are unnatural in color or distracting, are not allowed.

 Hats: Hats may not be worn anywhere in the school until after 2:10PM. Hats are permitted in the gym, locker rooms

and weight room after 2:10PM.

 Sunglasses: Sunglasses may not be worn in the school.

Girls:

 Skirts: The only approved dress code skirt for all year levels is the solid color Lands’ End skirt. Girls must wear skirts

with a dress code shirt or blouse. The length of the skirt must be no shorter than one inch above the middle of the

kneecap. No tight or form fitting skirts may be worn. Girls must wear solid color socks or tights (no patterns) with

skirts.

 Accessories: Girls may wear no more than one earring in each ear. The earring must be a small stud or hoop (no

“barbells”). Earrings or studs (including clear studs) in a nose, tongue, lip or eyebrow are not allowed. A thin

non-distracting necklace may be worn. Students may wear one ring on each hand and a small bracelet or watch. No

other jewelry is allowed.

 Personal Grooming: Students are expected to be neat and clean in appearance. Hair is to be clean and neatly styled.

Extreme (bright, distracting or unnatural) hair color and hairstyles are not allowed. If makeup is worn, it must be

moderate and conservative. No visible tattoos are permitted. Visible body piercing of any type, with the exception of

earrings, is prohibited. The Dean of Students and/or the Associate Dean of Students make the final determination on

violations regarding personal grooming.

Boys:

 Accessories: Earrings or studs (including clear studs) are not allowed on any part of the body. A thin non-distracting

necklace may be worn. Students may wear one ring on each hand and a small bracelet or watch. No other jewelry is

allowed.

 Personal Grooming: Students are expected to be neat and clean in appearance. Hair is to be clean and neatly styled.

Extreme (bright, distracting or unnatural) hair color and hairstyles are not allowed. Boys must be clean-shaven at all

times. Mustaches and beards are not allowed. Sideburns may not exceed the top of the earlobe. Hair length is not to

exceed the top of the collar and not to fall below the top of the eyebrows. Ponytails, shaved hair under longer hair,

shaved heads (hair less than 1/8 inch), mushroom styles, shaved lines and designs are not allowed. No visible tattoos or

body piercing of any type is allowed. Detention will be assigned to any student not in compliance with these personal

grooming guidelines. The Dean of Students and/or the Associate Dean of Students make the final determination on

violations regarding personal grooming.

ARRIVALS:

Students who arrive at school before 7:30AM must report directly to the supervised cafeteria area. Students are not to linger in

locker rooms, unsupervised areas, or be at their lockers during this time. Students must enter the building via the Memorial Gym

or the main entrance. After 7:40AM, students arriving to school may only use the main entrance. All other entrances will be

locked.

BOOKBAGS/ANDBAGS:

Under no circumstances are personal items such as book bags and pocketbooks to be left unattended before, during or after

school. If a student’s book bag or pocketbook is not being carried by the student, it should be locked up in a school or athletic

locker.

BUS/VAN POLICY:

Whether it be on public or private bus or van transportation, the ride to and from the school is considered to be an extension of

the school day and students are subject to school regulations. The bus/van driver is in charge of the vehicle and is due proper

respect. The driver will report any misbehavior to the Dean of Students. Inappropriate behavior includes smoking, yelling,

putting head or arms out of the windows, throwing things and harassment. Inappropriate behavior or vandalism will not be

tolerated and will result in disciplinary action and the loss of transportation privileges.

CAFETERIA:

 All students must eat lunch in the school cafeteria and are expected to keep the cafeteria clean.

 Food, candy and drinks are allowed ONLY in the cafeteria, the Raider Pub and the Memorial Gymnasium.

 Lunches are NOT to be brought into the classrooms or any other areas of the school other than the cafeteria.

 At the end of each lunch period students are responsible for cleaning off and tidying up the table and the area around the

table. Recyclable beverage containers should be put in the recycle bins that are located throughout the cafeteria.

Students who leave their table a mess will be subject to disciplinary action.

 Students who use the cafeteria at times other than lunch periods should leave the area neat and clean.

 Only the bathrooms located outside the cafeteria are to be used during lunch periods.

 Students may not leave the cafeteria for any reason without a proctor’s permission.

 Students are to remain seated during the last five (5) minutes of lunch and may leave only when dismissed by the

proctor(s).

 Vending machines are off limits during the last five (5) minutes of all lunch periods.

DELIVERIES:

Central Catholic will NOT accept vendor deliveries of any kind for students. Please do not have food, gifts, or flowers delivered

to the school.

DRIVING PRIVILEGES:

Driving to school is a privilege granted to the student by the Administration and in cooperation with the parent/guardian. Central

Catholic property is private property and regulations have been established to maintain general order and safety.

 While driving on campus and access roads, care is to be exercised and speed is not to exceed 10 m.p.h.

 In compliance with MA state law, “Click It or Ticket”, seat belts must be worn at all times by drivers and passengers of

motor vehicles.

 Excessive speed, reckless driving, allowing passengers to hang out windows or sit on the outside of the vehicle will be

cause for detention and possible revocation of the student’s driving privilege.

 No student is allowed to park a vehicle on the school campus without authorization of the Dean of Students.

 To obtain authorization to park on school property, a student must get a Parking Permit Application from the Dean of

Students. The application is to be completed by the student, signed by both the student and his/her parent/guardian and

presented as per instructions on the application. Students will receive an authorized school Parking Permit that is to be

placed on the vehicle as instructed.

 Vehicles must be parked in the assigned student parking area.

 Vehicles without the proper parking permit or which are parked in an unauthorized area, will be towed at the owner’s

expense. The student will receive detention and may have his/her parking privilege permanently revoked.

 Students are NOT allowed to go to their vehicles during the school day without authorization from an administrator.

Going to a vehicle without authorization will result in detention.

 Loitering around vehicles either before or after school is prohibited.

 Because of the limited number of parking spaces available, parking privileges are extended first to seniors, then juniors,

and if space available, to sophomores.

 Although Central Catholic has a security service on duty on school grounds during regularly scheduled classes, the

school is not responsible for theft or damage to vehicles in the lots.

 To discourage automobile break-ins, all vehicles must be locked and valuables placed out of sight.

 Central Catholic neither recommends nor provides security for students parking on city streets that surround school

property. Any vehicle vandalized in said areas will become the sole responsibility of its owner.

 Students who regularly violate school regulations will have their parking permits suspended or revoked.

EMERGENCY DRILLS:

Central Catholic has established various emergency plans to address critical situations. Students are required to cooperate fully

with all instructions given during the emergency.

 When the fire alarm sounds, students must leave the school by the routes designated for each room.

 Silence must be maintained both in leaving the school and while attendance is taken outside. Any student who acts

inappropriately during a fire drill or emergency drill is to be reported to the Dean of Students.

 Students are to remain with their teacher and class throughout the drill/emergency.

 During a fire drill no one is to remain in the school or delay exit from the school.

 Students are to return to class with their teacher when directed to do so.

 In the event of a lock down procedure, students are expected to explicitly follow the directions of the classroom teacher.

 In the event of a school evacuation for the day, the designated pick-up area for students will be communicated to

parents/guardians through Honeywell’s Instant Alert system.

EQUIPMENT:

If a student damages or loses school property, uniforms or equipment, further use of that property or equipment may be forfeited

and appropriate disciplinary penalties will be imposed. The student assumes monetary responsibility for all damages and losses.

FIELD TRIPS:

Attendance at all school-sponsored field trips is mandatory. Students can be denied participation in a field trip if they fail to

meet academic or behavioral requirements. Before the student participates in a field trip, he/she will be given a parental

permission form. Some field trips will require students to pay a participation fee.

ID CARDS:

For the safety of all those in the building, school personnel must know the identity of all persons in the school. ID Cards will be

issued to students. Students MUST have their ID cards on their person in school and at all school- sponsored activities. Failure

to have an ID will result in detention. If the ID card is lost, the student must report to the Dean of Students to arrange for a

replacement.

LIBRARY/MEDIA CENTER:

 The school library hours are 7:00AM – 6:00PM Monday through Thursday, and 7:00AM-2:30 on Friday.

 Library policies regarding behavior are the same as the school policies for behavior outlined in this handbook.

Appropriate behavior and respect for the rights of others to use the library media center for quiet study, research, and

reading is expected at all times, including during the posted before and/or after school hours. Examples of inappropriate

behavior which may lead to removal from the library and/or disciplinary action include but are not limited to: room

disruption due to excessive noise level, destructive behavior, profanity and/or vulgarity, eating and drinking, and

general disregard for library rules and/or responsibilities.

 Library policies regarding the use of mobile devices and appropriate computer and internet use are the same as the

school policies outlined in this handbook. Students may use their personal mobile device from 7:35am-2:10pm for

academic purposes only unless permission is granted otherwise by a library staff member. If a library staff member asks

a student to put away his/her mobile device because of games or other non-instructional activities during these times,

the student must comply. Cell phones may not be visible or be used during the school day. Please refer to the

handbook for detailed information about the acceptable use policies for use of the internet and the use of mobile

devices.

 A pass is necessary to enter the library during homeroom and during regularly scheduled class hours. The pass must be

stamped when entering and departing the library and returned to the teacher who issued it before the end of the class

period. The only times a student may enter the school library without a pass are before 7:40AM or after 2:10PM.

 Students may use the library during lunch periods. Students who use the library during lunch must sign in and out of the

library at the circulations desk.

 Students using the library computers must log in and out with the Librarian or Library Assistant.

 Books may be taken out for a two-week period. Books must be checked out at the circulation desk. Books may be

renewed for an additional two weeks.

 The student must pay for lost and damaged books.

Students who do not observe the library regulations will lose the privilege of using the library.

LOCKERS/LOCKS:

 The Associate Dean of Students assigns a locker to each student. Lockers must be kept locked at all times and

secured with a black school combination lock. Students should not give their locker combination to any another

student.

 The school assumes no responsibility for the safeguard or replacement of articles left in the lockers.

 Lockers are the property of the school and are under direct control and supervision of the Administration. The

Administration retains the right to conduct unannounced inspections or searches of any locker at any time.

 Nothing permanent (stickers) or inappropriate should be attached to the lockers.

 Students must clean out their lockers during the week of final exams.

 Students are not allowed to share or change lockers without permission of the Associate Dean of Students.

 Care in opening and closing lockers is necessary. Payment for damage to a locker is the responsibility of the student.

 Students MUST use a lock that has been officially distributed by the school. All freshmen must purchase a black lock

for school lockers and a blue lock for athletic/PE lockers during the first week of school. Lost locks must be purchased

or replaced with locks from the bookstore or the Associate Dean of Students.

 Students may go to their lockers between classes, but are responsible for arriving at their next class on time.

LOCKER ROOMS:

Students may be in a locker room only if it is supervised. Students may not loiter in the locker rooms before school. At no time

are boys and girls to enter each other's locker room. Only blue, Central Catholic issued locks may be used in the locker room.

To prevent theft or loss, all personal gear must be locked in a locker. Central Catholic is not responsible for personal items

missing from a locker room. Athletic lockers MUST be cleaned out at the end of each athletic season (fall, winter, spring). Any

items remaining in athletic lockers after the completion of the season will be removed by the Administration. Central Catholic is

not responsible for items removed.

MAIL ADDRESS, E-MAIL ADDRESS OR TELEPHONE NUMBER:

Changes of mail address, e-mail address and/or phone number must be made immediately to the secretary in the Main Office.

This is essential so that the school can communicate efficiently with parents or guardians. Since an increasing number of school

communications may be sent to parents/guardians via email, cell phone and other electronic devices, it is the responsibility of the

parent/guardian to inform the school of any such changes.

PASSES:

No student is permitted to walk through the halls while classes are in session without an authorized yellow pass from a teacher,

administrator, guidance counselor or staff member. Violators are subject to disciplinary penalties from the Dean of Students.

PICK-UP AND DROP-OFFS:

 In the morning, in the interest of student and staff safety, vehicles that drop off students should do so in the “Drop-

Off/Pick-Up Lane” in front of the main entrance. Students should not be dropped off in the “Thru-Lane”, “Bus-Lane”,

middle or rear of the parking lot.

 Parents are not to drop off students in the rear faculty parking lot. THIS LOT IS FOR FACULTY ONLY.

 Students are not be picked up or dropped off on Hampshire Street. Traffic on Hampshire Street makes it

hazardous to do so.

 Students should be picked up in front of the main entrance in the “Drop-Off/Pick-Up Lane”.

 While driving on campus and access roads, speeds are not to exceed 10 mph.

SCHOOL FACILITIES AND GROUNDS:

Students may not remain in a classroom or area of the school without adult supervision. Students are not to loiter in the parking

lots before or after school.

SCHOOL NAME:

No individual or group may use the name, logo, school crest or any other representation of Central Catholic High School without

prior written approval of the school administration. This includes all articles of clothing required by our dress code that are not

purchased from Lands’ End. Without written consent of the Principal, the use of the school name or logos, or representations of

the school on any unauthorized websites or other electronic media is prohibited.

SCHOOL PUBLIC RELATIONS:

Occasionally the school wishes to promote to the general public the efforts, successes and high quality participation of students

in various phases of school life. In the process, the Office of Institutional Advancement, the Admissions Office, among others,

seeking to promote the mission of CCHS, makes use of quotes from students and students in photos and/or videos.

Parents/guardians can give or withhold consent for students to be included in this type of promotional material. In giving

consent, the parent/guardian releases the school, its agents and employees from all claims, demands and liabilities in connection

with the above.

SENIOR BREAK:

 Seniors have a “senior break” from 10:10AM – 10:20AM.

 Students on break MUST be in the cafeteria or their period 3 classrooms.

 Students must be in their period 3 classroom by 10:20AM. Seniors late to period 3 classes will be considered tardy.

 At the end of senior break, seniors are responsible for cleaning off the tables.

 Senior break is a privilege, which can be suspended or revoked for academic or disciplinary reasons.

TECHNOLOGY RULES AND REGULATIONS:

Students are responsible for good behavior on school computer networks just as they are in the classroom. The network is

provided for students for educational purposes only. Access to network services is given to students who agree to act in a

responsible manner. Parent permission is required and access is a privilege - not a right. Individual users of the Central Catholic

computer network are responsible for their behavior and communications over the network. Users must comply with Central

Catholic standards and will honor the agreements they have signed. Beyond the clarification of such standards, Central Catholic

is not responsible for restricting, monitoring or controlling the communications of individuals using the network. The network

administrator may review files and communications to maintain system integrity and insure that users are using the system

responsibly. Users should not expect that files stored on the network would be private.

The following are not permitted on the network:

 Attempting to access or accessing confidential school computer files

 Attempting to bypass the internet site filter

 Deleting, adding to, or modifying the installed hardware or software on any school computers unless given explicit

authorization

 Downloading or installing any software on school computers unless given explicit authorization by the IT Department.

 Defacing, damaging, or vandalizing any school computers. This includes, but is not limited to, any of the following

activities: opening the cover on a computer, stressing or removing any cables, removing any keys or parts, placing any

substance on or in any part of the computer and/or inserting inappropriate objects into any part of the machine. Users

must not eat or drink when using the computers. Vandalism includes, but is not limited to, damaging Central Catholic

High School computer equipment and electronics and uploading, downloading, or creation of computer viruses.

 Attempting to obtain access to restricted sites, servers, files, databases, etc. are prohibited

 Unauthorized access to other systems (e.g. “hacking”) is prohibited

 Use of internet chat protocols (e.g. “instant messaging”, “messaging boards”) are not allowed

 Changing the orientation of the screen using key strokes

 Stalking or harassing communications

 Sending or displaying offensive and/or pornographic messages or pictures

 Using obscene language

 Harassing, insulting or attacking others

 Violating copyright laws

 Using another’s password

 Violations of privacy and ownership such as trespassing in another’s folder, work or files

 Intentionally wasting limited resources

 Using the network for commercial purposes

 Using the school name or logo

 On-line gambling of any form

Violations may result in loss of access, as well as other disciplinary or legal action.

Before a student can access the Internet for research materials, the student must perform the following procedures:

 Read the Internet Rules and Regulations

 Read and sign the Internet User Agreement and Parent Permission section

 Have a parent or guardian read the Internet Rules and Regulations

 Have a parent or guardian read and sign the Internet User Agreement and Parent Permission section

Internet Use:

Students at Central Catholic High School have access to the school-wide communications network and the Internet. To gain

access to the Internet, all students must obtain parental permission and must sign and return the enclosed Internet user agreement

to the Main Office.

As part of Central Catholic’s commitment to academic excellence and technology enhancement, students will be provided with

access to the Internet. Access to the Internet will enable students to explore thousands of libraries, databases, and bulletin boards

throughout the world. Students and parents/guardians should be warned that some material accessible via the Internet might

contain items that are inaccurate or are inappropriate or potentially offensive to some people. While our intent is to make Internet

access available to further educational goals and objectives, students may find ways to access other materials as well. We believe

that the benefits to students from access to the Internet, in the form of information resources and opportunities for collaboration,

exceed any disadvantages. The school makes use of site filtering software in order to limit access to inappropriate materials

available on the Internet. But ultimately, parents and guardians of minors are responsible for setting and conveying the standards

that their children should follow when using media and information sources at Central Catholic.

CELL PHONES:

Cell phones may not be visible or be used during the school day (7:35AM – 2:15PM), unless specifically instructed by the

classroom teacher for instructional purposes. Students are prohibited from using cell phones in any other areas of the school

building/grounds at any time during the school day. Any student in possession of a cell phone during the school day will receive

the following consequences:

offense – Three (3) school detentions are assigned and the Dean of Students will communicate consequences by phone with

the parents/guardians.

offense – Five (5) school detentions are assigned and the Dean of Students will meet with the parents/guardians.

offense – Five (5) school detentions are assigned and student could face potential suspension.

In addition to the consequences outlined above, the use or presence of a cell phone in the classroom at the time of a test, quiz, or

other assessment will result in the student receiving a grade of “0” on the assessment, unless the student was specifically

instructed by the classroom teacher.

When there is a reasonable suspicion that a student’s cell phone or social networking website may evidence that a student has

violated the law or the regulations of the school, a school official may view the messages or images sent or received on an

electronic communication/gaming device or the postings and messages sent or received on a social networking website.

TELEPHONE MESSAGES TO/FROM HOME:

Parents needing to communicate with their son/daughter during the school day should call the Main Office. All messages given

to the receptionist in the Main Office or left on voice mail will be delivered to the student by the end of the school day.

Emergency phone calls to home may be made by going to the Main Office.

Central Catholic High School

Guidelines for Personal Use of Student-Owned Mobile Devices

Central Catholic High School provides all students access to a wireless network and the option of bringing in a personal laptop as

means to enhance their education. The purpose of this policy is to assure that students recognize the limitations the school

imposes on their use of personal mobile devices. A personal mobile device includes laptops, tablets, netbooks and e-book

readers. In addition to this policy, the use of any school computer, including all personal mobile devices, also requires students

to abide by the CCHS Acceptable Use Policy.

Guidelines for General Usage

1. Student use of a personal mobile device must support the instructional and learning activities currently occurring in

each classroom and lab.

2. Students may at times be requested by the teacher to turn off and put away a personal mobile device such as testing

situations that do not require the support of the mobile device or when the device is not used to support the instruction

or learning in the classroom.

3. Students should be aware that the use of the mobile device could cause distraction for others in the classroom especially

in regards to audio. If an assignment requires audio, a teacher may request or allow audio through headphones.

4. Students may use their personal mobile device from 7:35am-2:10pm for academic purposes only unless permission is

granted otherwise by a faculty/staff member. If a CCHS faculty/staff member asks a student to put away his/her mobile

device because of games or other non-instructional activities during these times, the student must comply.

5. Students are responsible for maintaining the integrity of software required for facilitating academic activities.

6. File sharing programs are not allowed to be used during school hours.

7. Before 7:35am and after 2:10pm, students may use their personal mobile device for academic and non-academic

purposes.

8. The school reserves the right to access an individual’s mobile device at any time.

9. Students engaged in non-academic activities on their mobile device from 7:35am-2:10pm may receive detention and/or

have their mobile device taken and lose such privilege.

10. All personal mobile devices brought to school must have an up-to-date antivirus program installed. The school has the

right to verify this at any time.

11. All materials including photos, music, language etc., stored on a student’s mobile device should be appropriate for

school.

12. Students should not leave their mobile device unattended in hallways, classrooms, cafeteria or unlocked lockers. The

school accepts no responsibility for personal property brought into the school.

13. Students will be allowed to access a school printer from their mobile device in the library. Students may not connect to

any other printer in the school.

14. The CCHS Technology Department does not support the hardware or software on personal mobile devices.

15. Students should fully charge their mobile device prior to bringing the equipment to school. Students are not permitted

to charge their devices during academic classes.

16. Students may not use their mobile device for picture taking or video without the permission of the faculty/staff member.

17. Students may not use their mobile device to send, access, upload, download, or distribute offensive, profane,

threatening, pornographic, obscene, or sexually explicit materials or those that can be interpreted as harassing or

demeaning

18. Students may not use their mobile device’s camera, video, Face Time or other apps in any way that is offensive,

profane, threatening, obscene, or damaging to another person

19. Students may not use their mobile device to take photographs, audio or video of other students, guests, or school

personnel without his/her permission

20. Students may not use their mobile device for the use of screen protector that prohibits others from viewing screen

21. Students may not use their mobile device for the use of chat rooms and websites selling term papers, book reports and

other forms of student work

22. Students may not use their mobile device for illegal file-sharing sites

23. Students may not use their mobile device for spamming, sending mass or inappropriate emails.

24. Students may not use their mobile device for gaining access to other students’ accounts, files, and/or data

25. Students may not use their mobile device for use of the school’s Internet, network or e-mail accounts for financial or

commercial gain or for any illegal activity.

26. Students may not use their mobile device for any form of anonymous and/or false communications.

27. Students may not use their mobile device to participate in credit card fraud, electronic forgery or other forms of illegal

behavior.

28. Students may not use their mobile device to vandalize (any malicious attempt to harm or destroy hardware, software, or

data, including but not limited to the uploading or creation of computer viruses or computer programs that can infiltrate

computer systems and/or damage software components) of school equipment.

29. Students may not use their mobile device to bypass the school’s web filter through a proxy server, VPN, hotspot or

using 3g/4g.

30. Students are not allowed to send mass emails to the Central Catholic community or to any outside groups

Consequences of General Usage

A student found in violation of these guidelines will receive the following consequences:

offense – Three (3) school detentions are assigned and the Dean of Students will communicate consequences by phone

with the parents/guardians.

offense – Five (5) school detentions are assigned and the Dean of Students will meet with the parents/guardians.

offense – Five (5) school detentions are assigned and student could face potential suspension.

Student Responsibility

CCHS accepts no responsibility for personal property brought to the school by students. This includes all personal mobile

and digital devices.

Students who choose to bring a mobile device to school assume total responsibility for the mobile device. A mobile device

that is stolen or damaged is the responsibility of the students and their parents or guardians.

Students should take all responsible steps to protect against loss or damage of their personal mobile device.

Access Control and Authentication

1. No student shall knowingly gain access to, or attempt to gain access to, any computer, computer system, computer

network, information storage media, or peripheral equipment without the consent of authorized school personnel.

2. To use a personal mobile device within the school, students and parents must have signed the acceptable use policy.

3. Students can only access the internet and the school network via a wireless connection using “authenticated

credentials.” Any student found connecting his/her laptop to the network using an Ethernet cable plugged into a wall

jack will have his/her mobile device confiscated and lose personal mobile device access privileges.

TUITION AND FEES:

Families have three different payment options to choose from to meet their annual tuition obligation to Central Catholic High

School.

 Option A – Full tuition paid directly to the school by June 15.

 Option B – Two (one-half installments) paid directly to the school by June 15 and November 15.

 Option C – Eleven monthly installments paid directly to Tuition Management System beginning June 15. There is a

$45.00 annual processing fee if Option C is chosen.

The Board of Directors of Central Catholic High School has adopted the following policy regarding tuition:

 Monthly installment payments are due to TMS Inc. by the 15

of each month or a late fee of $30.00 is applied.

 A $20.00 service charge will be added to an account for every check returned to Central Catholic for insufficient funds.

 If by August 1

, an account is more than 30 days in arrears, notification will be sent to the parent/guardian that the

student will not be allowed to attend classes in September. Upon receipt of payment, the student will be reinstated.

 If tuition is more than one month in arrears at the time of semester exams in January or final exams in June, the student

will not be permitted to take the exams and semester or final grade reports will appear incomplete. Once the tuition

amount is current, the student will be allowed to complete the exams.

 If tuition is more than 45 days in arrears, then the parent or guardian will be requested to withdraw the student from

Central Catholic High School. As soon as tuition is current, the student may be reinstated unless more than ten (10)

school days has elapsed since said withdrawal.

 Tuition payments for the current school year must be completed by April 15

 If a student transfers from Central Catholic, the full monthly tuition payment will be charged for the most recent month

where attendance has been recorded.

 If any financial problems or extenuating circumstances exist such that the parent/guardian is unable to make a tuition

payment, the parent/guardian is urged and encouraged to contact the Central Catholic Business Office. At that time

other arrangements may be negotiated with the Business Office.

 Central Catholic High School offers limited financial aid to families demonstrating a financial need. Inquiries about

financial aid should be made to the Business Office.

 Seniors are charged an additional fee of $250.00 to cover graduation expenses. This fee is added to the annual cost of

tuition. Seniors will not be permitted to receive a diploma unless all tuition and graduation fees are paid in full. .

TUITION REFUND POLICY

 Through August 7

Refund less $350.00 registration fee for students in class of 2018, 2019 & 2020; refund less

registration fee of $1,000 for students in class of 2021.

 Through August 14

Refund less 40% of scheduled monthly payments

 Through August 21

Refund less 60% of scheduled monthly payments

 Through August 28

Refund less 70% of scheduled monthly payments

 Beginning September 5

No refund of scheduled payments

Note: Scheduled monthly payments refer to the amount that would be due if the 11 monthly payment option was selected.

6. MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION

ADMISSIONS POLICY:

Central Catholic accepts students regardless of race, color, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin. It is

important to remember that all students are accepted on an annual basis. The acceptance of the registration fee for the following

year does not necessarily constitute final acceptance or continuation at Central Catholic. Re-acceptance for successive years will

be based on the attitude, behavior, and academic achievement of the student and is entirely the decision of the school, made in

the best interest of Central Catholic.

BOOKS:

With the exception of a few items, students are required to purchase books through Follett Virtual Campus or through the links at

(www.centralcatholic.net/textbooks). Published study guides (paper or electronic) or notes are not to be substituted for reading

assignments. Students are cautioned to check the Follett Virtual Campus website before buying second hand books. Central

Catholic is not responsible for students purchasing books through private sales.

Books, notebooks, etc. should be stored and locked in the student assigned locker. Books or personal belongings should not be

left unattended during the school day. This includes the locker room during PE or athletic participation, cafeteria,

classrooms etc. Central Catholic is not responsible for replacement of lost or stolen books or personal belongings.

CAMPUS STORE:

The school store is located off the main lobby. Central Catholic gift items, spirit wear, stationary items and school locks may be

purchased at the school store. Contact the Main Office for scheduled Campus Store hours.

CAMPUS MINISTRY:

Central Catholic seeks to foster spiritual and moral growth, a necessary part of personal development. Integral to a balanced

religious education program are liturgies, prayer services and the Sacrament of Reconciliation as well as the opportunity to serve

the wider community. The Campus Ministry Office offers the following:

 Retreat programs for each year level

 Christian Service “One Day” Program

 Mission Awareness Program

 Volunteer program at local shelters and soup kitchens

When the Campus Ministry Center is open and supervised, the area is opened to students. A pass must be obtained from a

teacher to go to the Campus Ministry Center.

The school Chapel is open throughout the school day. Because the Blessed Sacrament is reserved, the Chapel invites an

atmosphere of reverence and meditation. The Campus Ministry Center (room 213) and the school Chapel are located on the

second floor of the south wing.

CHRISTIAN SERVICE “ONE DAY” PROGRAM:

Central Catholic seeks to teach its students that they have a responsibility to serve the needs of others. To this end, in order to

receive a CCHS diploma, a student must complete the minimum of required hours of Christian Service. The guideline for

acceptable Christian Service is that service to others should respond to the tenets of Catholic social teaching. The service is to be

completed at an approved agency or institution. The Christian Service coordinator must approve all service projects. Students

who would like to perform service other than the various opportunities made available through the school can submit a form

prior to service for acceptance. Forms can be found in Campus Ministry or online. Students can work towards completing the

Christian service hour’s requirement from the beginning of freshmen year. For freshmen, sophomores, and juniors, the goal is to

complete these hours no later than the end of grade 11. The minimum number of Christian Service hours required for a CCHS

diploma is 24 hours of service…”ONE DAY”.

Seniors must have completed their One Day service by the end of junior year. A grade of “F” for “One Day Christian Service”

appears on all senior year progress reports and report cards until delinquency in meeting this graduation requirement is remedied.

Any senior who does not complete their required service by May 1 will also not be permitted to attend Senior Day and, if service

is not completed by Senior Day, he/she will not receive a diploma at graduation.

Juniors have until the completion of junior year to satisfactorily complete their graduation requirement of One Day Christian

Service. Beginning with 3

term progress report, juniors who have not completed their service requirement will receive a grade

of “Incomplete” until the Christian Service requirement has been successfully fulfilled.

Sophomores and Freshmen are required to complete 24 hours of One Day Christian Service to the least favored and have until

the completion of junior year to do so. Beginning in the 3

term of junior year, the consequences listed above will be in effect.

CANCELLATION/DELAYED OPENINGS:

In the event of inclement weather, parents and students are to check one of the following T.V. stations: channels 4, 5, 7 and FOX

25. A specific announcement for “CENTRAL CATHOLIC” will be made if school is cancelled. The Honeywell’s Instant

Alert system will announce all delays, early dismissals, and cancellations. A school-closing announcement for Lawrence or

other cities/towns does not automatically apply to Central Catholic.

COMMUNICATION WITH SCHOOL STAFF:

Teachers / Administration: Parents/guardians wishing to contact a teacher and/or administrator can expect returned

communication within 2 school days. Parents/guardians who need to meet with a teacher and/or administrator should make an

appointment.

ELEVATORS/LIFTS:

The elevators and lifts are for faculty and staff use. If a student must use the elevators or lifts for a medical condition, written

permission must be obtained from an Administrator or School Nurse. Unauthorized use of the elevators or lifts before, during

and after school will result in school detention.

FUNDRAISING:

As the designated fund-raising agency of the school, the Office of Institutional Advancement organizes, plans, implements and

regulates all programs intended to raise funds for Central Catholic High School. No fundraising effort for any purpose may be

initiated independent of the Office of Institutional Advancement.

GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING SERVICES:

Counseling is the heart of the Guidance Program. It is concerned with promoting the students' self-understanding and self-

acceptance, facilitating personal decision-making and resolving special problems. All students are assigned a guidance

counselor as they enter Central Catholic. Counseling may take place individually, or in groups, depending on the student's needs

and the issues to be addressed. Counseling sessions are conducted routinely on all year levels with students meeting individually

with their counselor at least once during the school year. Students will receive their guidance appointment passes the day before

their conference. Students must notify their teachers of the day and time of their appointment. In addition, students can request

an appointment for a guidance conference by contacting their counselor.

The Guidance Department is responsible for providing the following services to students: Academic and Curriculum Counseling,

Personal and Social Adjustment Counseling, Career and College Information, College Placement Services, and all necessary

college preparatory scholastic testing programs.

HEALTH SERVICES:

Skilled nursing services are available at all times during the regular school day for students who routinely need medication or

other intervention during school hours. The Health Office is located off the main lobby adjacent to the Main Office.

If a student feels ill he/she should inform their teacher who will send them with a yellow pass to the Health Office. If the school

nurse determines that the student is too ill to remain in school, she will authorize dismissal and notify the parent/guardian. A

student may not call a parent/guardian from a cell phone or other electronic communication device to request a dismissal

for illness.

Medications in school: It is school policy to administer medication during school hours only when necessary and only with an

order from a physician and written permission from the parent/guardian. The school nurse will provide the necessary permission

form for parent and student signature. To protect all students, this permission and information must be completed and returned

to school if a student needs to receive ANY medication during the school day, this includes "over the counter" medications.

Pregnancy: If, in confidence, a student discloses to a Central Catholic staff member the suspicion of being pregnant or actual

pregnancy, the staff member and student shall inform the student’s guidance counselor. The health and well-being of the student

are the primary concern of the school. Unless otherwise stated by the student and parent, such information will remain

confidential. A student who is pregnant may continue to attend Central Catholic until her physician advises otherwise. The

student may return to school when the physician states that it is medically prudent to do so. Every effort will be made to help

with a successful transition back to school.

LOST AND FOUND:

Students who have lost items in school should report the loss to the Assistant Principal/Dean of Students. Items found around

the school should be turned in to the Main Office. Students may claim lost items in the Main Office before and after school or

during lunch.

MISSIONS COLLECTIONS:

Mission collections are the primary vehicle by which Central Catholic raises money within our school community in support of

charitable causes. Collecting money for “the missions” is a long-standing and proud tradition at Central Catholic and in all

Marist schools.

The student “mission representative” in each homeroom collects daily donations from students and faculty during homeroom.

These monies are collected, totaled and reported by the Campus Ministry Office and deposited with the school’s business office.

The funds are distributed with the approval of the President of the school according to established priorities. These priorities are:

a) Support for Marist world missions, Marist institutions and initiatives, particularly in times of emergency and

b) Support for local charities that provide support for the poor in our community.

PARENTS’ GUILD:

All parents/guardians are encouraged to become members of the Parents’ Guild, which meets regularly and sponsors various

social, spiritual and fund raising events throughout the school year. Parents/guardians should call the Office of Institutional

Advancement for more information about the Guild.

POSTINGS:

Any student who wishes to hang signs, posters, flyers, etc. in any area inside of the school building must obtain the permission of

the Dean of Students.

SCHOOL-PARENT/GUARDIAN PARTNERSHIP:

Central Catholic High School recognizes parents/guardians as the primary educators of their children. The education of students

at Central Catholic is, therefore, a freely chosen partnership between the student’s parents/guardians and the school.

By enrolling a child at Central Catholic, parents/guardians agree to support and act in accordance with the policies and

procedures outlined in the Student/Parent Handbook and to pay stipulated tuition and fees. Additionally, parents/guardians are

encouraged to support the school community through constructive communication with teachers and administrators.

If the school’s mission and program are in conflict with the values of an individual parent/guardian or student, if the student does

not contribute positively to the academic and religious environment of the school, if a student or parent/guardian refuses to abide

by school policies and/or the decisions of school authorities, or if a disagreement between the school and a parent/guardian

becomes irreconcilable, Central Catholic High School reserves the right to dissolve its partnership with a family and require the

parent/guardian to withdraw his or her child.

VISITORS:

 People who wish to visit the school must use the Main Entrance and report to the Main Office. An official visitor’s

badge will be assigned and must be worn during the visit.

 Students must request approval from the Administration before bringing guests to school.

 Former students who wish to visit teachers must do so after regular class hours have ended.

The School reserves the right to amend any provision(s) contained within the Student-Parent Handbook in its sole discretion. Students and

parents/guardians will be notified in writing as soon as is reasonably possible of any such amendments. Similarly, the School reserves the

right to waive or delete any provision(s) contained within the Student-Parent Handbook also in it sole discretion.

BULLYING PREVENTION AND INTERVENTION INCIDENT REPORTING FORM (EXHIBIT A)

1. Name of Reporter/Person Filing the Report: __________________________________________________________

(Note: Reports may be made anonymously, but no disciplinary action will be taken against an alleged Aggressor solely on the basis of an

anonymous report.)

2. Check whether you are the: Target of the behavior Reporter (not the Target)

3. Check whether you are a: Student Staff member (specify role) ________________________________

Parent/Guardian Administrator Other (specify) _______________________

Your contact information/telephone number:_________________________________________________________

4. If student, state your school: _________________________________________________ Grade: _____________

5. If staff member, state your school or work site: ______________________________________________________

6. Information about the Incident:

Name of Target (of behavior): ___________________________________________________________________

Name of Aggressor (Person who engaged in the behavior): ____________________________________________

Date(s) of Incident(s): ___________________________________________________________________________

Time When Incident(s) Occurred: _______________________________________________________________

Location of Incident(s) (Be as specific as possible): ____________________________________________________

7. Witnesses (List people who saw the incident or have information about it):

Name: _________________________________________  Student  Staff  Other ________________________

8. Describe the details of the incident (including names of people involved, what occurred, and what each person did and

said, including specific words used). Please use additional sheets of paper if necessary and attach them to this document.

FOR ADMINISTRATIVE USE ONLY

9. Signature of Person Filing this Report: ___________________________________________ Date: ______________

(Note: Reports may be filed anonymously.)

10: Form Given to: __________________________________ Position: ______________________ Date: __________

Signature: ______________________________________________________ Date Received: _______________

INVESTIGATION (EXHIBIT B)

1. Investigator(s):___________________________________________________ Position(s):________________________

2. Interviews:

□ Interviewed Aggressor Name: ___________________________________ Date: ___________________

□ Interviewed Target Name: ___________________________________ Date: ___________________

□ Interviewed witnesses Name: ___________________________________ Date: ___________________

Name: ___________________________________ Date: ___________________

3. Any prior documented Incidents by the Aggressor? □ Yes □ No

If yes, have incidents involved Target or Target group previously? □ Yes □ No

Any previous incidents with findings of BULLYING, RETALIATION □ Yes □ No

Summary of Investigation:

(Please use additional sheets of paper and attach to this document as needed)

III. CONCLUSIONS FROM THE INVESTIGATION

1. Finding of bullying or retaliation:

□ YES □ NO

□ Bullying □ Incident documented as ___________________________

□ Retaliation □ Discipline referral only_____________________________

2. Contacts:

□ Target’s parent/guardian Date:______________ □ Aggressor’s parent/guardian Date: _________________

□ Catholic Schools Office Date: ______________ □ Law Enforcement Date: ___________________

3. Action Taken:

□ Loss of Privileges □ Detention □ Referral □ Suspension

□ Community Service □ Education □ Other ________________________________

4. Describe Safety Planning: _____________________________________________________________________________

Follow-up with Target: scheduled for __________________________ Initial and date when completed: _________

Follow-up with Aggressor: scheduled for _______________________ Initial and date when completed: _________

Report forwarded to Principal: Date__________________

(If principal was not the investigator)

Signature and Title: ___________________________________________________________ Date: _________________

Central Catholic High School Schedules

Daily Schedule

Meeting Schedule

7:40-7:55

Meeting

7:35-8:35

Period 1

8:00-9:00

Period 1

8:40-9:35

Period 2

9:05-10:10

Period 2

9:40-10:35

Period 3

10:15-11:20

Period 3

10:40-11:35

Period 4

11:20-11:50

*Lunch 1

Period 4

11:40-12:05

*Lunch 1

Period 4

11:55-12:25

*Lunch 2

Period 4

12:10-12:35

*Lunch 2

Period 4

12:30-1:00

*Lunch 3

Period 4

12:40-1:05

*Lunch 3

Period 5

1:05-2:10

Period 5

1:10-2:10

Liturgy Schedule

Afternoon Assembly

Early Dismissal

7:40-7:50

Liturgy

7:50-9:20

Period 1

7:50-8:40

Period 1

7:50-8:35

9:20-9:30

Period 2

8:40-9:30

Period 2

8:35-9:20

Period 1

9:30-10:15

Period 3

9:30-10:20

Period 3

9:20-10:05

Period 2

10:15-11:00

Period 4

10:20-10:50

*Lunch 1

Period 4

10:05-10:50

Period 3

11:00-11:45

Period 4

10:55-11:25

*Lunch 2

Period 5

10:50-11:35

Period 4

11:50-12:15

*Lunch 1

Period 4

11:30-12:00

*Lunch 3

Period 4

12:20-12:45

*Lunch 2

Period 5

12:00-12:50

Period 4

12:50-1:15

*Lunch 3

Assembly

12:50-2:05

Period 5

1:20-2:10

Central Catholic High School Schedules – Delayed Start

60 Minute Late Start Schedule

HR 8:40-8:55

Period 1 9:00-9:50

Period 2 9:55-10:45

Period 3 10:50-11:30

Period 4 11:35-12:05 *Lunch 1

12:10-12:40 *Lunch 2

12:45-1:15 *Lunch 3

Period 5 1:20-2:10

2 Hour Late Start

HR 9:40-9:50

Period 1 9:55-10:30

Period 2 10:35-11:10

Period 3 11:15-11:50

Period 4 11:55-12:25 *Lunch 1

12:30-1:00 *Lunch 2

1:05-1:35 *Lunch 3

Period 5 1:40-2:10

90 Minute Late Start

HR 9:10-9:20

Period 1 9:25-10:10

Period 2 10:15-11:00

Period 3 11:05-11:50

Period 4 11:55-12:20 *Lunch 1

12:25-12:50 *Lunch 2

12:55-1:20 *Lunch 3

Period 5 1:25-2:10

2017-2018 CENTRAL CATHOLIC STUDENT-PARENT HANDBOOK AGREEMENT FORM

PLEASE COMPLETE THIS PAGE AND RETURN IT TO YOUR HOMEROOM TEACHER ON THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL

 WE HAVE READ THE 2017-2018 STUDENT/PARENT HANDBOOK AND ARE AWARE OF THE POLICIES AND REGULATIONS OF CENTRAL

CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL. WE AGREE TO ABIDE BY THESE POLICIES AND REGULATIONS.

(Please check one of the two options)

I _____ GIVE MY PERMISSION OR ______ DO NOT GIVE MY PERMISSION TO CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL TO PERMIT MY

SON/DAUGHTER TO ACCESS THE INTERNET.

 I understand he/she will be held accountable for inappropriate use of these services.

 I understand the Internet services are to be used for educational purposes only.

 I agree not to hold Central Catholic or any of its employees responsible for the performance of the system or the content of said material accessed

through it.

I______GIVE MY CONSENT OR _____DO NOT GIVE MY CONSENT TO THE PARTICIPATION OF MY SON/DAUGHER IN INTERVIEWS, THE

USAGE OF QUOTES, THE APPEARANCE OF PHOTOGRAPHS, MOVIES OR VIDEO TAPES FOR PROMOTIONAL PURPOSES, AND THE ABILITY

TO SHARE STUDENT PROGRESS AND COLLEGE OUTCOME INFORMATION WITH SENDING SCHOOLS. I ALSO GRANT THE RIGHT TO EDIT,

USE AND REUSE THESE WORDS AND IMAGES FOR NON-PROFIT USE, IN THE PROMOTION OF CCHS.

_______________________________________ _______________________ ____________________________

STUDENT NAME (PLEASE PRINT) YEAR OF GRADUATION ID NUMBER

________________________________________ ____________________________

STUDENT SIGNATURE DATE

________________________________________ ____________________________

PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE DATE

To help insure we have correct information for school use, please provide the following contacts:

Home address_____________________________________________________ Home phone ____________________________________________________

Mother___________________________________________________________Father__________________________________________________________

Parent’s/Guardian’s place of employment and work phone number(s)

Mother___________________________________________________________Father__________________________________________________________

Parent’s/Guardian’s cell phone numbers(s)

SOME SCHOOL COMMUNICATION MAY BE SENT BY EMAIL. PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY.

Mother___________________________________________________________Father__________________________________________________________

Parent’s/Guardian’s email address(es)