Emergency School Closing
If it becomes necessary to close the school because of inclement weather or any other emergency, St. Francis Xavier Catholic School will generally follow the decision of District 39. School-closing information will be posted with local radio stations (WGN-Radio 720AM and WBBM-Radio 780AM).
Grievance Procedure
Although St. Francis Xavier Catholic School endeavors to establish a harmonious Christian atmosphere within its school, it recognized that misunderstandings or differences of opinion sometimes occur. Ideally, such matters can be resolved informally by a parent or guardian meeting with the immediate authoritative person to discuss the matter.
For example, when a parent wishes to seek redress for any matter relating to a student, the parent should first approach the teacher. If, however, the matter is not then settled to the parent or guardian's satisfaction, the parent or guardian should then make an appointment with the Principal. If a parent or guardian's concerns are not satisfactorily addressed, the parent may institute a formal grievance. A formal grievance must be in writing and must be received by the Principal five working days following the occurrence of the event on which the grievance is based.
Harassment Policy
Harassment, as defined for St. Francis Xavier Catholic School, is that which is sufficiently severe, persistent, or pervasive, adversely affecting a student's education, or that which creates a hostile or abusive educational environment. The act of harassment is a direct violation of the Christian behaviors and values upheld in the school. Harassment involving students, school and parish faculty, parents or visitors will be investigated and necessary action taken immediately. Depending on the nature of the harassment, each incident will be reviewed independently, and action taken may range from a disciplinary report to expulsion from the school and, in some cases, legal action.
Should anyone be a victim of or witness harassment, the following steps should be taken:
| 1) | Immediately notify someone in authority, such as a parent, teacher, assistant principal, Principal, or priest. |
| 2) | After reporting the harassment, keep the information confidential. |
| 3) | If necessary, write an account of what happened for future reference. |
Parent Conduct
Parents as well as students are expected to adhere to behaviors that are consistent with good moral principles and do not interfere with the operation of, or reflect adversely on, the School.
Parent Involvement in School Activities
Parent involvement is integral to the mission of St. Francis Xavier Catholic School. Parents may get involved in the school through a number of opportunities. The primary objective of parent involvement is to develop between parents and staff such united efforts as will secure for every child the highest advantages in physical, mental, social and spiritual education.
2005-2006 Uniform Policy
St. Francis Xavier Catholic School students wear uniforms in grades Kindergarten-8. Student begin wearing uniforms on the first day of school. All uniform items must be purchased through Dennis Uniform Manufacturing Company, 1864 Johns Drive, Glenview, Illinois, or through Lands End, Inc., www.landsend.com, 800-741-6311.
Parents/guardians are to mark their student's clothing with permanent marking inks or labels. Children who arrive at school out of uniform will be asked to call their parents to deliver proper uniforms.
REQUIRED UNIFORM:
Girls:
Plaid jumper (Grades K-3)
Plaid pleated skirt or skort (Grades 4-8)
Navy blue slacks (Grades K-8)
Navy blue shorts (Grades K-8)
White or red polo knit shirt/ long or short sleeved (Grades K-8)
White, red, or navy polo knit shirt/ long or short sleeved (Grades 6-8)
Boys:
Navy blue pants (Grades K-8)
Navy blue shorts (Grades K-8)
White or red polo knit shirt/ long or short sleeved (Grades K-8)
White, red or navy polo knit shirt/ long or short sleeved (Grades 6-8)
Girls/Boys:
Sweater: Navy blue cardigan (Grades K-8)
Fleece: Navy with school logo, must be purchased from Lands' End
Socks: White
Tights: Girls: White or navy
Shoes: Closed shoe, properly fastened
Additional Uniform Policies:
| • | Students are required to wear pants, skirts, skorts, and shorts at the natural waistline. |
| • | Jewelry and other accessory items are not part of the school uniform. Only small pierced earrings (girls only), a wristwatch, and/or religious necklaces are allowed. |
| • | Only clear or pale fingernail polish is allowed. |
| • | Hats or caps are not to be worn in the classroom. |
Green Sweatshirts
Green sweatshirts will not be a part of the school uniform for the 05-06 school year. However, certain school days will be designated as green sweatshirt days and they may be worn as "Spirit" shirts to sporting events. The green sweatshirts may be purchased at the Wilmette Bike Shop and will be available by mid-July. If you have any questions regarding the green sweatshirts, call 847-256-3570.
Visitors
We are dedicated to providing maximum classroom instruction time to our students and staff. For the safety and protection of the students, all visitors are required to check into the office and receive a visitor's badge. Visitors must return to the office and sign out before leaving the campus. All doors to the school will be locked. Please ring the doorbell at the east entrance of the west building to sign in at the office.
School/Principal's Right to Amend Handbook
The school and/or the Principal retain the right to amend this handbook for just cause. Parents will be given prompt notification if changes are made.
