Office Information/Procedures

Office Hours

 The normal school office hours are from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM*

 *Please note that the summer office hours are trimmed back. If you need something from the office during the month of July, call to make sure someone is, or will be, in the office to fulfill your request.

Jr. High Bell Schedule​

 Kindergarten to 5^th Recess/Lunch Schedule

Forgotten Items (Lunches / Books / Homework)

To minimize classroom interruption, any forgotten items such as lunches, books, homework brought to school during class time must be left in the school office, not the classroom.The children may then go into the office at recess and lunch to collect anything left for them. Students who wish to get books or other items left in the classroom after school is dismissed may do so only if the teacher is present or he/she has received specific permission from the Principal or Vice Principal. Custodians and other members of the clerical staff may not open classrooms for students or parents. All late and forgotten lunches should be delivered to the school's main office, clearly labeled for ease of delivery.​

Faculty Meetings​​

​​Will generally be one (1) time per month on Wednesdays with a noon dismissal. Please consult calendar for exact dates.​

Lockers

Each student in grades 6, 7 and 8 will be assigned one locker for books and supplies. Students must use his/her assigned locker and may not share a locker. Students will be provided a school lock. NO other lock is to be used.

Locks and lockers provided for students are the property of St. Jude the Apostle School. Students are responsible for lockers and locks. Aerosol cans and other items that deteriorate in closed conditions are not to be stored in lockers. The school is not responsible for loss of articles stored in student lockers. Students not using the locker properly (i.e. not securing lock, leaving lock off) will lose the privilege of using the locker for a time to be determined by the administration. Books and supplies for that student will have to be kept in the regular classroom. Students tampering with another student's locker will also lose privileges.

All problems with lockers (i.e. lost combination, lock failure) are to be reported to the Assistant Principal for 5^th to 8^th grade.

There will be a $10.00 replacement cost for lost combination locks.

Lost and Found

All uniform items (especially sweaters/sweatshirts), books, lunch pails and book bags should be clearly marked with the student's name. Found items are kept in the Lost and Found bin located by the front office. At the end of each trimester, all lost and found items will be donated to local charities.

Student Parties/Celebrations and Food Safety

Please know that the safety of students is a priority for the administration each and every day. For students to learn, they need to be kept physically, emotionally, and spiritually safe. Food safety for students who have food allergies and diabetes falls into the category of physical safety. These are medical conditions that could be life-threatening.

Our goal is to have school and classroom celebrations that keep all children safe. To accomplish this, administration and faculty have created guidelines for student food safety:

• Keep classroom celebrations as food-free as possible.
• Ask families to restrict identified allergens from the classroom.
• Avoid using food as a reward. As a staff, we are focusing on using non-food incentives.
• Find safe, fun, and inclusive ways to celebrate.

Birthday celebrations: We focus on birthdays being recognized by the classroom teacher. Each grade level has worked out positive ways for children to be recognized on their special day. Birthdays are also announced as part of student council morning announcements.

Valentine's Day: Valentines that are brought to school should not have candy attached. There are lots of creative options for stickers, pencils, and other fun items to replace candy.

Holidays and other celebrations: Using the guidelines above, grade level teachers and administration meet and discuss the food items appropriate for each event, and communicate what is needed with the room parents.

Reminder: Any distribution of food needs to be cleared with the administration. When in doubt, please call. Any items brought without clearance will be sent to the office.

As always, our decisions are based first and foremost on student safety. We appreciate the high level of parental involvement and enthusiasm throughout the school year. We look forward to your continued contributions to creative and fun student celebration activities. Thank you in advance for your cooperation and support.

Candy List​​

This is the school's approved candy list for school events . . . please keep on hand.

Information is also available on the school website.

• Skittles (by Wrigley)
• Starburst (by Wrigley)
• Starburst Jelly Beans (by Wrigley)
• Swedish Fish & Swedish Fish "Aqua Life" (by Mondelez International)
• Mike and Ikes (by Just Born)
• Hot Tamales (by Just Born)
• Sour Patch Kids (by Mondelez International)
• Fun Dip (by Wonka)
• Dots, except Yogurt Dots (by Tootsie)
• Pixy Stix (by Wonka)
• Smarties (packaged in traditional Smarties packaging by CeDe Candy Co)
• Lifesavers Gummies (except flavors like "butter rum," "cream," "yogurt" or "smoothie")
• Surf Sweets (Gummy Worms, Gummy Swirls, Gummy Bears, Fruity Bears, Jelly Beans, Sour Worms and Sour Berry Bears)
• Yummy Earth (Lollipops, Fruit Snacks, Gummy Bears, Sour Beans, Candy Drops and Gummy Worms

Pets on Campus

For the safety of the students and pets, please do not bring animals on campus.

Pla​​y Yard

All students are expected to behave in an appropriate manner on the playground. Responding promptly and politely to all adults who are supervising is expected. The number one goal of supervision is to keep all students safe, and directions must be followed. Teachers will discuss "appropriate behavior and play guidelines" specific to each grade level with his or her class on the first day of school. The PE/Athletic Director has the final say on rules for all games. It is assumed that all play will be governed by respect for each other and provide examples of good sportsmanship and Christian behavior.

Prohibited Items / Behavior

Gum chewing is not allowed on the school grounds at any time. Personal items, both sentimental and monetary are excluded (exceptions need the expressed permission of the principal). If a student is in possession of an item that becomes a disturbance in class, the teacher has the right to confiscate that item until the end of the school day.  It will then be brought to the office and the student will have to retrieve the item from an administrator. Personal electronic items (Kindles, Nooks, iPads) are not allowed on campus or unless approved in advance by the administration.​

Homework

Each day a homework period will be scheduled. Each child will be expected to do school work of some nature during this time. It is the child's responsibility to acknowledge work to be done and be prepared to complete his/her assignment(s) by having all necessary books and writing utensils. Students will not be able to access work from classrooms.

Student Behavior

As members of a Catholic community, children will be encouraged to show respect for staff and peers, along with the materials and environment provided for Extended Day Care. Children in Extended Care are part of a supervised program. Under no circumstances may a child leave the direct supervision of the staff. Children are not allowed to go to individual classrooms to help a teacher unless that teacher comes to the staff and makes such a request. Persistent inappropriate behavior may result in the student being suspended or released from the program.

 Important Points

Extended Care Schedule - The normal schedule for Extended Care is check-in, attendance, one (1) hour mandatory homework session and outside play until pickup from parents/guardians. Inclement weather leads to activities being conducted inside a classroom.

No Home Toys:  It is requested that children not bring toys or personal items from home.

Snacks & Lunch:  Children can bring their own snacks from home. On early dismissal days, children must bring a lunch. Choice Lunch is available on regular dismissal days for those who sign up.

Parent Notices:  Important general information will be sent home with children as necessary.  This information will also be included in the Anchor Bulletin as needed. ​​​