SUMMER PROGRAMS
The principal is responsible for the over-all administration of all summer programs. All archdiocesan policies are applicable to summer programs. The principal may delegate the day-to-day operations of the summer programs.
Each year the decision to have a summer program is left to the sole discretion of the principal and, in the case of parish schools, the pastor. Considerations for implementing a summer program must include financial feasibility, purpose (e.g., enrichment, remedial, etc.), and demand for the summer programs. Teachers have no right to employment in the summer program. Teachers employed in past summer programs have no tenure rights.
The following practices shall be observed in all summer programs:
- All summer programs shall have a budget that includes payroll, classroom materials, student activities, school maintenance costs, and utilities.
- Students enrolled in the regular school program are automatically covered by school insurance. Prior to the beginning of summer activities, a listing of non-covered students (i.e., students from other schools) shall be sent to the insurance carrier accompanied by the special coverage fee.
- All summer program finances shall be posted in the school ledger.
The summer program staff shall participate in an orientation that includes:
- The mission of the Catholic school
- Child abuse reporting requirements; Safe Environment and the Archdiocesan Guidelines for Adults Interacting with Minors
- Field trip policies
- Safety and health procedures, i.e., first aid and CPR
- Supervision of students
- Emergency/Disaster plans
