2011 Student Handbook Crb Elan Final_081211

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C R I S T O R E Y B O S T O N S T U D E N T H A N D B O O K

2 0 1 1 - 2 0 1 2STUDENT HANDBOOK


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GENERAL SCHOOL INFORMATION

TO CONTACT US

We are committed to establishing and maintaining an open and respectful line ofcommunication between families and Cristo Rey Boston High School (CRB) staff, each of

whom has their own phone extension and e-mail address. Families should contact staff

by telephone or e-mail and understand that we will return calls within 48 hours in the

event that a message is left. Families will also have an opportunity to meet with

teachers and school staff during the two scheduled parent-teacher conference days. In

addition, meetings can be arranged at any time by appointment. If a parent needs to

see a staff person more immediately, the parent should report directly to the Main

Office, which will facilitate the soonest possible contact.SCHOOL ATTENDANCE

In case of absence, a parent/guardian must call 617.825.2580 ext.10 or e-mail

[email protected] before 7:30 a.m. A call or e-mail from a parent is

expected each day of the absence.

CHANGES

The policies outlined in this handbook represent a framework of rules and

responsibilities for students. Not every circumstance can be captured; solid moral

judgment and common sense should be used at all times. The School Administration hasthe authority and reserves the right to waive any rule or policy presented in this Student

Handbook with the exception of policies mandated by state or federal law.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATORY POLICY

Cristo Rey Boston High School does not discriminate in admission to, access to,

treatment in, or employment of its services, programs and activities, on the basis of

race, color or national origin, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

(Title VI); on the basis of sex, in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments

of 1972; on the basis of disability, in accordance with Section 504 of the RehabilitationAct of 1973 (Section 504) and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990

(ADA); or on the basis of age, in accordance with the Age Discrimination in Employment

Act of 1974 (ADEA). In addition, no person shall be discriminated against in admission

to CRB on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, ethnicity, sexual orientation, mental or

physical disability, age, ancestry, athletic performance, special need, proficiency in the

English language or a foreign language, or prior academic achievement, as required by

M.G.L. c. 71, 89(l); 603 CMR 1.06(1). No person shall be discriminated against in

obtaining the advantages, privileges or access to the courses of study offered at CRB onthe basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, or sexual orientation as required by

M.G.L. c. 76, 5. Finally, pregnant students are allowed to remain in regular education

classes and participate in extracurricular activities with non-pregnant students

throughout their pregnancy, and after giving birth are permitted to return to the same

academic and extracurricular program as before the leave (Title IX).


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SCHOOL SCHEDULE


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TABLE OF CONTENTS

School Schedule 3

The School 5

Profile Of The Cristo Rey Graduate 6

Cristo Rey Code Of Conduct 8

Academic Program 21

Academic Support Program 27Acadmic Improvement Plan 29

Corporate Work Study Program 30

Extracurricular Activities And Athletics 33

Counseling, Health And Wellness 37

Safety And Security 41

School-Related Disciplinary Offenses 49

Procedures For Disciplinary Action 52

Behavior Improvement Plan 54

Tuition Payments 55

Student Permanent Record 56

Familiy Education Rights & Privacy Act 58

Statement Of Understanding 61

Responsibility And Accountability 62

CRB Family Accountability Contract 63


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THE SCHOOL

An overv iew

Cristo Rey Boston is committed to providing a Catholic, college preparatory education to

young people of limited economic means. As a member of the national Cristo Rey

Network and sponsored by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Boston, Cristo ReyBoston High School brings together corporate leaders and students from families of

diverse cultural, racial, religious and economic backgrounds. The school opened in 2004

in Cambridge and in 2010 moved to Dorchester. For 2011-12, we have accepted 125

students into our 9th

grade, and will enroll more than 300 students in the school. Over

the past two years, 100% of our graduating students have been accepted into a four-

year college.

The founders, Board of Trustees, faculty and staff bring a variety of perspectives and

skills to our school. Our faculty and staff are committed to expanding the educationalopportunities of Bostons children. As educators, we are interested in providing the

optimal education for our students. As a Catholic community, we welcome students

from a wide range of religious, ethnic, cultural and academic backgrounds, and we strive

to promote a generation of students of faith, purpose and service, skilled in the core

subject areas that will serve as the foundation for success in college and beyond. And

finally, as lifelong students ourselves, we are interested in instilling in our students a

love of learning and a visceral understanding of the importance of education.

MISSIONCristo Rey Boston High School is a Catholic high school that educates young people of

limited economic means to become men and women of faith, purpose and service. By

offering a rigorous curriculum, a unique work-study experience, and the support of an

inclusive school community, we prepare our students to succeed in college and beyond

with the values essential to a fulfilling life.

CRISTO REY NETWORK STANDARDS

The Cristo Rey Network is an association of 24 member high schools that provide college

preparatory education to urban young people. Each school, including Cristo Rey Boston,adheres to the Networks Mission Effectiveness Standards. Every member school in the

Network, including Cristo Rey Boston:

1. Is explicitly Catholic in mission and enjoys Church approval.2. Serves only economically disadvantaged students. The school is open to

students of various faiths and cultures, and is culturally sensitive and

community-based.

3. Is family centered and plays an active role in the local community.4. Is accredited by a recognized regional accrediting association. It has a college

preparatory curriculum designed for a high level of student engagement in

their learning.

5. Requires participation by all students in the work-study program. All studentsmust be 14-years-old on or before September 1st or the first official day of

work, whichever comes later.


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6. Seeks to integrate the learning present in its work program, classroom andextracurricular experiences for the fullest benefit of its student workers.

7. Has an effective administrative structurenormally including positions suchas a separate President, Principal, CWSP Director, and Development

Directorand a Board structure that includes religious, education,

community, business and civic leaders; complies with all applicable state and

federal laws, including immigration, labor and not-for-profit tax laws.

8. Is financially sound. At full enrollment, the school is primarily dependent onrevenue from the work-study program to meet operating expenses. In

addition, the school maintains a comprehensive advancement program to

ensure financial stability.

9. Seeks to understand, assure, and improve how and how well its students learnand grow.

10. Is an active participant in the collaboration, support, and development of theCristo Rey Network.

OUR VIS ION

We have a clear vision of how Cristo Rey Boston students will conduct themselves, both

when they first enter our school and when they graduate. In class, we expect CRB

students to sit up, listen, ask and answer questions. In school, we expect CRB students

to be respectful, responsible and prepared, and to believe that they will grow and

improve as learners only if they work hard and devote themselves completely to their

studies. At work, we expect CRB students to respect and support supervisors andcolleagues, to listen, ask questions, carefully complete all assignments, ask for work

when assigned tasks are completed, consistently add value to the company, and to

adhere to the same rules and expectations set for all employees at their Corporate Work

Study placements. By graduation, we expect that Cristo Rey Boston students will enter

and graduate from a four-year college and be prepared to contribute to society.

PROFILE OF THE CRISTO REY GRADUATE

The Profile of the Graduate describes the characteristics we seek to instill in young

people who complete their education at Cristo Rey Boston High School. Our intention is

that every student will discover, understand and develop their God-given talents. Our

goal is that at graduation every Cristo Rey student has fulfilled the ideals set forth

below.

OPEN TO GROWTH

The Cristo Rey graduate learns to seek new religious, social, cultural, emotional and

intellectual challenges and opportunities to enrich his or her experience or perspective.INTELLECTUALLY COMPETENT

The Cristo Rey graduate will have a firm foundation in the various disciplines which

define a person of learning. The academic rigor characteristic of a Cristo Rey education

has demanded that he or she attain a considerable level of proficiency in these

disciplines as well as a mastery of thinking, reasoning and cognitive skills and habits.


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WORK EXPERIENCED

The Cristo Rey graduate has learned to be a dependable, responsible worker of integrity

with high ethical standards. The graduate recognizes the dignity of work, and its integral

connection to justice and the choices he or she will make to create a better society.

PHYSICALLY F IT

At graduation, the Cristo Rey student has come to value the ideal of a sound mind in a

sound body. He or she has experienced significant physical growth during high school.

The student has had the opportunity of participating in team sports and has been

challenged to see these activities not simply as a way of developing physical abilities,

but also as a means for enhancing his or her growth as a well-rounded individual.

LOVING

The Cristo Rey graduate is well on the way to establishing his or her own identity, aware

that a full life involves loving other human beings as much as oneself. The graduate

values the uniqueness of each relationship and has experienced being loved and cared

for by others as a full member of the Cristo Rey Boston school community. These

experiences have led the student to find real happiness and joy in the love, friendship

and companionship of other people.

RELIGIOUS & COMMITED TO SERVICE

At graduation, the Cristo Rey student has been part of a community that seeks to

nurture the seeds of religious faith and commitment to growth in each individual. The

graduate has received a basic knowledge of the doctrines and practices of the Catholic

Church and has been challenged to examine his or her own religious beliefs and

traditions, whatever they may be. Experienced in service, the Cristo Rey graduate heeds

the call to serve others and to affect change. The graduate sees service as a gift to self

as well as to others.


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CRISTO REY CODE OF CONDUCT

Cristo Rey Boston is unequivocally committed to providing a safe and orderly

environment in which students can grow personally, socially and academically while

participating in a rigorous academic and corporate work study program. To be

successful, all students are expected to abide by the Cristo Rey code of conduct.The Cristo Rey code of conduct highlights traits expected of every Cristo Rey student.

We believe that true learning cannot take place without them. Students whose

behavior does not meet the schools defined code of conduct for acceptable behavior

will not be permitted to disrupt the education of others.

HONEST

Cristo Rey students are expected to demonstrate a high level of honesty, integrity and

responsibility, both personally and academically.

Honesty in deal ing with others

Students are expected to speak the truth fully and to answer questions with facts and

data. Being truthful and honest may involve admitting to a mistake or to a violation of

the schools rules. All Cristo Rey students are called to take full responsibility of their

actions. As such, members of the school community are not only responsible for

themselves, but also for the safety and well-being of each member of the community. If

a violation of the Code of Conduct has occurred, it is every student and staff members

responsibility to address this issue with that person and, if necessary, address the issue

with an appropriate additional staff member.

Aca de mic Ho nesty

The ideal of academic honesty is crucial to the integrity of any academic institution. All

Cristo Rey Boston students are expected to meet the highest standards of honesty in the

performance of their academic work. The standards of academic honesty prohibit the

giving or receiving of unauthorized help in exams and quizzes, homework or other

academic assignments, plagiarism and other unacknowledged or undocumented use of

source material, and forgery.

Being dishonest by cheating on homework or exams, using resources inappropriately,

receiving unauthorized help, copying other peoples work students or otherwise or

presenting someone else's work as ones own regardless of whether this is done

intentionally or unintentionally, undermines the basis upon which Cristo Rey Boston is

founded.

Any student in violation of the standards of academic honesty will be subject to

disciplinary action including the following: verbal warning, requirement to complete an

alternative assignment, failing grade for the assignment, exam or course, suspension or

expulsion.

Committee on Academic Honesty (CAH)

In order to maintain a fair and honest school environment, the school has established a

Committee on Academic Honesty (CAH). The primary purpose of the CAH is to receive

and evaluate evidence of alleged violations of the standards of academic honesty. The


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CAH will include the moderator of the National Honor Society, a school administrator, a

faculty member and three senior members of the National Honor Society.

A faculty member who believes that a student has violated the Standards of Academic

Honesty will promptly inform the student with the reasons for this belief. If, after

speaking to the student, the faculty member continues to believe that a violation has

occurred, the faculty member will report the matter to the CAH. The CAH will consult

with the faculty member as to the necessity for or desirability of a hearing. If a hearing

results from this consultation, the CAH will schedule one as soon as possible. Following

the hearing, or in the absence of one, the CAH will submit a written report of its findings

with a recommendation of a penalty and the relevant files to the Principal. The Principal

will review the case and decide whether to accept or reject the recommendation of the

CAH, to modify it, or to remand the case to the CAH for further determinations. The

Principal will communicate to the student, the faculty member and the CAH in writing of

the action taken.

PRESENT

A condition sine qua non for being successful at Cristo Rey Boston is being present and

ready to work. One of the greatest determinants of success is whether or not the

student is fully present. Repeated absences negatively impact academic achievement

and may jeopardize the students work placement. It is imperative that students are at

school, on time, every day.

At tend an ce o n Scho o l DaysIf a student will not be attending school or work for any reason, a parent or guardian

must call the schools Main Office no later than 7:30 a.m. Calls should be made as far in

advance as possible and can be left on the schools main voice mail if necessary. Earlier

written permission is both welcome and appreciated. If a student is not in homeroom

and the school has not been notified that he or she will be absent, a call will be made

home. In phone calls, voice mails and notes, please leave or list your students name,

your relationship to the student, the reason for and date(s) of the absence and a phone

number where you can be reached. All questions regarding student attendance and

attendance records should be directed to the schools Main Office.

Unexcused absences: All absences, including but not limited to family vacation,

participation at sports tournaments, attendance at entertainment events, etc. will be

considered unexcused. Academic work will not be provided in advance of unexcused

absences. Any class work, homework, projects, quizzes or exams including midterms

and finals missed during those absences will be counted as a zero and cannot be made

up. Out-of-school suspensions are considered unexcused absences.

Excused absences: A student is considered absent with excuse when the students

family has contacted the school regarding student illness, family emergency or religious

observance. The student is required to bring a signed note from his or her parent or

guardian explaining in detail the reason for the absence. If a student was ill, a note from

his or her doctor is required. Completed homework will receive credit, and all missed

classwork, quizzes and tests may be completed at the discretion of the individual


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teacher. An in-school suspension is considered an excused absence; however, all

classwork missed during in-school suspensions will earn a zero and cannot be made up.

Students who are absent from school cannot attend or participate in school sporting

events, dances or any other school-sponsored activities occurring on the day of the

absence, unless the principal has given advance permission.

Att en da nce on Wo rk Da ys

Cristo Rey Boston and the student promise the sponsor that they will fulfill their work

responsibilities for the entire school year. Sponsors pay CRB for this work and students

automatically receive financial credit toward their education. If a student does not work,

CRB must recoup the financial credit from the student. Since each student works only

one day each week, missing a day of work is a very serious event. Missing work for any

reason, even illness, will result in a $160.00 fine. Fines are added to the students tuition

balance. Once an absence has been made up, the student is eligible to receive a $135.00

tuition credit back from the original fine, leaving a balance of $25.00. To demonstrate he

or she is committed and responsible, the student is responsible for making the

arrangements with his or her supervisor and notifying the CWSP office of the intended

make up day. Students are responsible for arranging transportation to and from work

for any day they must make up. Occasionally the sponsor requests that the student

make up the work day at Cristo Rey. In that case, the student will arrange for this make

up day with the CWSP staff.

Illness on a Work Day: It is crucial that students are present on the day they have to

work. However, we recognize that illness does occur. It is unfortunate when a studentbecomes ill on a workday, since missing a day of work for any reason results in a fine. If

a student becomes ill and cannot report to work, he or she or a parent must call the

Corporate Work Study office prior to 7:30 a.m. to alert the staff that he or she will not

report to work.

Illness at Work: During check-in, the CWSP staff takes care in making sure each student

is healthy and able to work. A student who is feeling ill in the morning should not go to

work. But if a student becomes ill at work, the student should call school, and the school

will arrange for transportation of the student back to CRB. The school will call thestudents family in order for the student to be picked up from school. If a

parent/guardian or emergency contact cannot be reached, the student will remain at

the school until either the end of the school day or until someone can be reached. When

a student leaves work and cannot complete their commitment to work that day, CRB

promises its sponsors that the student will make up the entire work day. It is one more

way that CRB proves to its sponsors that we are not a typical high school, and that our

students are not typical teenagers. We have a strong work ethic and commitment to

going above and beyond to show our sponsors tha t they are getting their moneysworth by employing us. Therefore, any incident of a student leaving work early will be

treated the same as an absence and a $160.00 fine will be imposed. Once the work day

has been made up, the student is eligible to receive a $135.00 tuition credit back from

the original fine, leaving a balance of $25.00.


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Excess ive Absences on School Days

Students can only be successful if they are present and prepared for school every day. If

a student is absent, whether it be excused or unexcused, more than 5 times in one

quarter or 12 times during one year, that student will not receive credit for classes for

that year and will need to repeat his or her current grade. If a student exceeds the limit

for the year, he or she may still be promoted at the discretion of the Principal if thefamily can provide medical or other official documentation that accounts for the

absences.

Excess ive Absences on Work Days

Our corporate sponsors hold their employees to a standard of being punctual and at

work each day. Our students are held to the same standard. It presents quite an

inconvenience to our sponsors when a student misses even one day of work. If a

student misses work more than once, it puts CRBs relationship and future employment

with that sponsor in jeopardy. Therefore, students whose work absences are in excessof 3 per semester or 5 in one year may be dismissed and may face the possibility of

losing academic credit for work.

Snow Clos ings

Cristo Rey Boston High School only closes when the Governor declares a State of

Emergency. CRB does not follow Boston Public School closings. CRB school closings,

delayed openings and early dismissals due to hazardous weather conditions will be

broadcast on the following stations: TV Channels 4, 5, 25 and 7.

PREPARED

The most obvious form of preparedness is to be in school or at work physically, but this

is not enough. Coming to school or going to work each day and going through the

motions do not guarantee success. In order to be fully present, one must be prepared

mentally, emotionally and spiritually. To help our students be fully present, we stress

three main values: on-time, ready and professional.

ON-TIME

Time is scarce, which it is why it is so precious. The scarcity of any commodity occasionsus to set a higher value upon it, especially since we cannot do without it. Time is very

precious because when it has passed, it cannot be recovered. Time theft costs American

businesses hundreds of billions of dollars each year. This can be seen when employees

steal from their employers by wasting time through the following forms of time theft:

late arrivals, excessive socializing, personal phone calls or texting, taking long lunch

breaks or handling personal business at work.

Teachers, Corporate employers and fellow students expect to get the most out of every

day. Occasional problems with transportation, family or personal issues, or crowded

hallways might make difficult at times to be on time for class or work. Part of becoming

a young professional is to plan for the unforeseen. Waking up late, missing the bus or T,

car trouble, bad weather, etc. are not excuses for being late. School and work time is a

precious commodity, and the best way to protect and respect everyones time is to plan

on arriving to school and work early.


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Late to c lass or check- in

Class time is sacred and must be interrupted as infrequently as possible. Napoleon

Bonaparte, Emperor of France in the early 1800s, said there is one kind of robber

whom the law does not strike at, and who steals what is most precious to

men: time. Cristo Rey Boston is committed to preserving the sacredness of time.

Therefore, no student will be allowed in class after the first five minutes. Students whoarrive later than five minutes excused or unexcused will report to the main office to

wait for the next period to begin. As a result of being late, students will receive a

detention, will not be allowed to make up missed work, and the missed class will count

as an absence.

Students who are late will be issued a detention upon arrival for the first 10 incidents.

After the 10th

incident of lateness, students will be considered chronically late, which is

a serious problem that warrants the intervention of the Dean of Students and the

family.The first time a student is late to morning routine; he or she will receive a detention. For

each time after that a student is late to morning routine, he or she will receive a $10.00

fine, which will be added to their tuition bill. A student who arrives to the school later

than 8 a.m. on a workday is considered to have missed check-in. The first time this

happens, the student will be required to serve a detention the following day in the

CWSP office. Students who travel to work in the CWSP van and miss the van must arrive

at the sponsor site by their start time. The parent/guardian of a student who misses the

school transportation must contact the CWSP staff as soon as possible. If a studentmisses check-in a second time, he or she will receive a $10.00 fine, which will be added

to their tuition bill. Missing check-in more than 3 times will be considered the

equivalent of an absence; a day will have to be made up by the student working an

additional full day. Similar to any absence from work, the student will also be assessed a

$160.00 fine.

READY

To begin c lass

Being college ready requires more than getting high grades and good test scores; it alsorequires the academic skills for life in college. Academic skills such as time management,

note-taking, organization, concentration, study skills are necessary to do well in an

educational setting. The secret to a successful school day lies in being prepared and

active.

To come prepared for class means to have all homework and assigned readings

completed, and any needed supplies (textbook, binder, paper, calculator, pen, eraser,

and pencil) ready to be used. To be prepared for the class means upon entrance into the

classroom the student takes his or her seat before the bell rings quietly and withoutinterference, takes out the books and supplies needed, leaves the book bags neatly on

the floor when not in use - not on lap or back. Once the student is settled, four items

will always be on the board:

Do Now: In each class, the teacher will place on the board a brief Do Now problem or

activity that students should begin immediately after writing down their homework.


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Objective: After completing the Do Now activity, students should read the days

Objectivethe specific measurable goal of the class.

Agenda: After completing the Do Now activity, students should also read the days

Agendathe list of components or tasks of the class period.

Homework: Immediately upon entering class, students should be sure to write down

the days homework. Students should expect between 2-3 hours of homework per

night, including weekends.

During C lass

Being prepared also means that you should be mentally and physically active:

participate in class work through participating in the discussion or activity, take notes,

and follow the lesson. Your physical position will also help you to get the most out of the

time in the classroom. Do not put your head down, and never lean back in the chairs or

put your feet up on school furniture. Students failing to follow these expectations are

not prepared and may receive a detention as a result.

There are certain necessary procedures that must be in place in order for effective

learning to take place. These include:

To participate in class discussions, students must raise one hand to offer aquestion or comment.

Students should not leave the seat without the teachers express permissionto do so (including to throw trash away, to get a tissue, or to sharpen a pencil).

Students are dismissed at the discretion of the teacher, which may notnecessarily be when the bell rings.

Students are not allowed to eat during class. Students are encouraged topractice healthy eating habits for breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Only a small

plastic water bottle no other drink or food is allowed.

Students will address all staff members respectfully inside and outside of classas Mr. or Ms.

Students should have sufficient time during the passing times to use thebathroom. The bathroom may not be used during class periods except for

emergencies.

To Begin the Work Day: Check- In

On a work day, students report to the school by 7:40 a.m. for morning routine and

check-in. During morning routine, the Corporate Work Study staff ensures that each

student is in proper corporate attire, makes announcements, and motivates the

students with Morning Prayer and other dynamics for their work day. Check-in begins

at the same time school classes begin. It is important that there is no added noise in the

hallways that could disrupt classes. Therefore, once check-in has begun, students will

not have the opportunity to go to their lockers or to other parts of the school buildingprior to leaving for work. Upon dismissal from morning routine, students will go to work

either in a CWSP van or via the MBTA. Carrying dress shoes and wearing travel shoes for

travel to/from work is acceptable, but students must present the dress shoes at check

in. Those riding the T will be accompanied from the school to the Savin Hill MBTA

station. Arriving to work by the appointed hour is critical to showing ones self to be

professional and responsible. Punctuality is expected by each of our corporate sponsors


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employees, and CRB students must strive to meet those standards. Therefore, arriving

late to work is not acceptable. To avoid the possibility of being late, students should

board their transportation to work as soon as possible. Students are urged to go straight

to their work site from the school and should not stop between the school and T at any

local shops or restaurants. The neighbors of Savin Hill enjoy the presence of our

students in the neighborhood, and often head to work at the same time as our students.

This is an opportunity for our students to build CRBs relationship with the community.

Our students represent us. Students are expected to maintain appropriate decorum and

behavior to and from work.

Work Hours

Students will follow the same eight hour work schedule as the other workers at their

work placement. Generally work hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or 9:00 a.m. to 5:00

p.m., with a few exceptions. Cristo Rey Boston is paid by the corporate sponsor for each

work day. We sign a contract with each sponsor guaranteeing that our students will

work a full day each work day. Therefore, under no circumstances should a student

leave early from his or her job, nor should a student ask his or her supervisor for

permission to leave work early. This includes doctors appointments, sporting events or

other extracurricular activities. If a student leaves work early for any reason, he/she will

be considered to have missed work for the entire day.

To Check-Out

Checking out after work is a standard for all Cristo Rey Schools nationally. The Corporate

Work Study staff wants to see every student before and after their work day to better

support them through this challenging experience. In addition to collecting every

students time card for the day during check out, the Corporate Work Study staff can

also catch up with students about their day and follow up with them regarding feedback

made by their supervisors. Finally, check out is mandatory and necessary to ensure the

safety of all students. The Corporate Work Study office wants to know that each student

is on his or her way home safely at the proper time. Each student must check out at

schoolor at the Park Street T station with the Corporate Work Study staff by 6:00 p.m.

each day. Students will choose the most convenient check-out site at the beginning ofthe year and check out at that location throughout the year. Students are required to

present their time cards at check-out. These time cards represent a students work each

day. It is essential to have this documentation to represent his or her work day. Failure

to check out is a serious infraction.

PROFESSIONAL LOOK & DEMEANOR

First impressions count. The impression a person gives by the way he or she dresses

and behaves is critical to a good day at work and school because it is through our attire

and demeanor that we communicate the importance of the moment. Casual attirepromotes a casual approach to the task at hand whereas formal professional attire

promotes seriousness and thoughtfulness. Research shows that the more serious a

person dresses, the more seriously the person performs and the more seriously they will

be received.


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The school's dress code corresponds to business attire and ensures that every student

dress in a professional, modest, conservative, and safe manner, with attention to good

hygiene. The students attire should reflect a high standard of professionalism.

Work environments are also adult environments. Parents and students must be

sensitive to the fact that the student might be assumed to be much older than his or her

actual age. For the comfort and security of all our students, they should dress modestly.

Conservative colors and styles of dress are required for all students regardless of the

particular policy of the sponsoring company since safety is our first priority.

Most jobs require some interaction with office machinery such as copiers, fax machines,

etc. A neat appearance and properly fitting clothes will help avoid potential mishaps.

In addition, students walk to and from their bus stop and workplace. Proper footwear

helps ensure their safety. Students are expected to follow the same dress code for work

as they do for school.

Profess ional at a l l t imes

A professional who doesnt take the time to maintain a professional appearance at all

times presents the image of not being able to perform consistently on the job. Students

are expected to be in proper full dress code at all times while on school grounds, at

work, traveling to and from work, and when otherwise specified by the school. When

students enter the school building, they must be in the proper dress code. Students

who attend after-school events at night on school grounds or otherwise are

expected to be properly dressed as young professionals. Once students enter the

school building, the wearing of sunglasses, hats, head wraps, bandanas or kerchiefs isnot permitted. Hats worn in the school building will be confiscated.

Students whose dress attire does not adhere to the guidelines will not be permitted to

attend class, will receive a detention and may need to wait for appropriate dress to be

brought in by their families or sent home.

I r reparable Dress Code Vio lat ions on a Work Day

If a student is not in proper dress code for their work day, the CWSP does not have the

luxury of sending a student home to change into proper attire. Our corporate sponsors

count on students to be on time and ready for work at the appointed hour. Therefore, ifa student cannot correct their dress code violation at the school, then the CWSP may

lend the student an item of clothing to wear for work. Students who need to borrow

clothing from the CWSP office will be charged a $10.00 fine. This will be added to their

tuition bill. Students who use CWSP clothing are required to wash and return the

clothing to CWSP within two days of their work day. For each week that the clothing is

not returned, an additional $10.00 fine will be put on a students tuition bill.

Dress Code for Young Women

The school reserves the right to determine what constitutes appropriate dress for youngwomen. The following is meant as a set of general guidelines:

Skirt/Slacks: Navy blue, black, brown, gray or khaki solid-colored or pinstriped dress

slacks or skirt. Slacks and skirts must be loose-fitting. No spandex, low rise, or stretch

pants allowed. Skirts must be one inch above the knee or longer when sitting. No side

slits on skirts or slacks. Dress slacks do not have back pockets on the outside, and do not


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contain zippers, buttons, pouches, or pockets on the pant legs. No sun dresses are

allowed.

Blouse: Blouses are to be button down, oxford-style, dress blouses with a collar. Blouses

must be modest, loose-fitting, and professional in style and may be any solid

professional color or striped. Top button only may be unbuttoned. Blouses must be

long enough to cover a belt on the pants/skirt in a standing or sitting position. Blouses

may have long or short sleeves. Solid white or solid black undershirt may be worn under

the appropriate dress blouse, but should not be visible. Blouses must be clean and

ironed. Appropriate blouses may remain un-tucked unless student is wearing a sweater.

The following styles are not allowed: polo style shirts, shirts with hooks, snaps or

zippers, plaid shirts and "shiny" blouses, or blouses that have attached halter top

coverings.

Shoes: Solid color, navy blue, brown, or black dress shoes are required. Solid black

Diesel shoes are allowed. Heels must be less than two inches in height. No platformshoes, sneakers, sandals, construction or work boots, or clogs. No shoe made by any

sneaker company (i.e. Adidas, Nike, Puma, etc.) may be worn at any time. Shoes must

be one solid color; this includes but is not limited to stitching, laces, and soles.

Sweater (Optional): Sweater must be professional in style and color. Sweaters must be

the appropriate size. Collar of blouse must be seen at all times. All sweaters must cover

shoulders. Pullover sweaters, sweater vests, and cardigan button up sweaters are

acceptable.

The following styles are not allowed: halter top style sweaters, tight fitting "vests",sweaters with hooks, snaps, or zippers (only buttons are allowed), sweaters with hoods

and any sweater that resembles any kind of sweatshirt/t-shirt.

Belts (Optional): Appropriate solid-color belts are allowed. Belt buckle must be plain

and traditional in style, not larger than the width of the belt. Belts may only have metal

where the belt is to be fastened and no other holes besides those used to fasten the

belt. Belts must be plain, with no rivets or designs.

Hosiery: Solid color hosiery must be worn with a skirt, no textured tights. Knee-highs

are only allowed under slacks. Hosiery, knee-highs and socks must be in the followingcolors: black, navy blue, brown, or nude. No white socks are allowed.

Hair: A neat, clean, conservative appearance is expected at all times. Only natural

colors with subtle highlights are allowed. Appropriate braids for young women are

allowed. Hair length must be appropriate to ensure safety in the work place. Small or

thin headbands, elastics, or hair clips are permitted. No hair accessories such as beads,

shells, or dice are allowed.

Jewelry and Other Accessories: No excessive jewelry. Two lower lobe ear piercings are

allowed. Earrings must be the size of a quarter or smaller, and must hang two inches or

less from the lobe. Hair colors or shades of hair other than black, brown, blond, or red

are also not permitted. Hairstyle that serves as a distraction at the determination of

the school will not be permitted. In addition, any tattoos small or large must be

covered at all times. No body, facial, or tongue piercing is allowed. Jewelry depicting

inappropriate subject matter may not be worn and can be confiscated if seen.

Acceptable necklaces must be worn inside the blouse. If the necklace is too big to place


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under the blouse then it is inappropriate. Ties are not acceptable dress for young

women. Cell phone holders containing a cell phone or empty may not be worn

anywhere, including but not limited to, belt or pant pockets.

Dress Code for Young Men

The school reserves the right to determine what constitutes appropriate dress for young

men. The following is meant as a set of general guidelines:

Slacks: Navy blue, black, brown, gray or khaki solid-colored or pinstripe dress

slacks. Slacks must fit properly and be worn at the waistline and be secured at the

belt. Dress pants do not have back pockets on the outside, nor contain zippers, buttons,

pouches, or pockets in legs. Length of dress pants must be appropriate for professional

dress.

Shirt: Button down oxford style dress shirt with a collar is required. Shirts may be any

solid professional color or appropriately striped. Shirts must be buttoned at the collar

and completely tucked in to the slacks at all times. Shirts may have long or short

sleeves. Solid white or solid black undershirt must be worn under the appropriate dress

shirt but must not be visible. Shirts must be clean and ironed.

Ties: Ties must be worn at the appropriate length and with the knot at the collar

line. No loosening of the tie is allowed. Color and style must be appropriate for

professional dress. Shirts top button must be buttoned.

Shoes: Solid color, navy blue, brown, or black dress shoes are required. Solid black

Diesel shoes are allowed. No sneakers, sandals, construction or work boots, or

clogs. No shoe made by any sneaker company (i.e. Adidas, Nike, Puma, etc.) may beworn at any time. Shoes must be one solid color; this includes but is not limited to

stitching, laces, and soles.

Sweater (Optional): Sweater must be professional in style and color. Sweaters must be

the appropriate size. Collar of shirt must be seen at all times. Pullover sweaters,

sweater vests, and cardigan button up sweaters are acceptable.

The following styles are not allowed: sweaters with hoods, hooks, snaps, zippers (only

buttons allowed), sweaters that resembles any kind of sweatshirt, t-shirt, or undershirt.

Belts: Appropriate solid color belts are required. Belts must be plain and must bevisible at all times. Belt buckle must be plain and traditional in style, not larger than the

width of the belt.

Socks: Dress socks must be dark in color, navy blue, black, or brown. No white socks

allowed.

Hair: Natural hair color only. No hair accessories may be worn by young men. Young

men must be clean-shaven with sideburns no lower than the bottom of the ear. Hair

must extend no longer than two inches away from the scalp at the top of the head and

must be above the shirt collar in the back of the head. Hair needs to be well groomedand professional in style at all times.

The following hair styles are not allowed: braids, cornrows, hair sculpting, shaping, or

fades; multiple hair lines or designs, lines shaved in the eyebrows, or any style that

resembles a Mohawk.

Jewelry and accessories: Once students enter the school building, the wearing of hats,

head wraps, bandanas, or kerchiefs is not permitted. Hats worn in the school building


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will be confiscated. The following is not acceptable for young men: body, facial, or

tongue piercing, earrings, visible tattoos, jewelry depicting inappropriate subject matter.

Acceptable necklaces must be worn inside the shirt.

USE OF CELL PHONES, IPODS, AND OTHER DEVICES

According to recent research, studying with headphones on tends to decrease retention

and memory because headphones have direct access to the brain by covering the ears,

and this direct access can interfere with learning, especially if the material is new and

the new material is difficult! Being "lazy," the brain prefers the close input of the music

over the more distant, more difficult input from the eyes that it must translate and

"work on" to understand. Recent studies have also reported that the unfiltered use of

Facebook, texting and other media sites has resulted in a significant loss of productivity

in the workplace. Unregulated distractions, especially those of an addictive nature such

as real-time consumption and interaction on the Web, are potentially disruptive.

Because we pride ourselves of creating a school and work environment that fosters

learning, Cristo Rey Boston students are not allowed to use cell phones, iPods or other

electronic devices during the school day or at work. Cell phones, iPods, and other

mobile devices should not be seen, heard, or viewed during school hours, this includes

head phones. If a mobile device is seen or in any way distracts or disrupts a class or the

academic environment, it will be taken away and held for a parent or guardian to pick

up. At work, when students are seen with earphones in their ears, texting on cell phones

or using other electronic devises during the work day, they are no longer seen as

professionals with the maturity and capabilities as any young person entering thecorporate work environment.

RESPECTFUL

Cristo Rey Boston is committed to maintaining a respectful and courteous environment

where everyone is welcomed, valued and encouraged.

Courteous

Students should politely greet staff each morning, as well as welcome any guests who

are visiting the building with a handshake, a pleasant greeting, and an introduction. Theschool prides itself in being a welcoming community that opens its doors and

classrooms to outside visitors so that they may be inspired and energized by the work

that takes place here.

Of special attention is the use of social networking sites. Cristo Rey students who use

social networking sites have the responsibility to maintain a safe, courteous relationship

with other users. Inappropriate use of social networking sites to bully other students, or

to spread false information about students or teachers, even if this takes place outside

of school on personal computers or phones, may be cause for disciplinary action, in

accordance with M.G.L.c.71 ~ 370.

Respect fu l of the Community

The Cristo Rey students classroom expands well beyond our buildings walls. Every

week, our students commute to work and as such when in the MBTA or on foot, they

are to portray themselves in the same way they are expected to behave in the school

classroom: travel on the sidewalk in a safe and orderly fashion; dispose of waste


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appropriately; do not loiter outside or near the school building; and do not touch

anything that may be residents personal property. MBTA, bus or a van are forms of

school-sponsored transportation. Therefore, appropriate behavior as laid out in the

Student Code of Conduct is expected at all times.

In general, all members of the school community need to be sensitive to how their

actions affect the neighbors. Families who drive their children to or from school must

not block access to Savin Hill Avenue or Sydney Street, or cause other disruptions to

traffic patterns.

Respect ing and Taking Care of the Bui ld ing

The Cristo Rey Boston community is blessed with a new facility we are very proud of,

not only because of its functionality but also because of its beauty. All students are

expected to respect and care for it. Proper care of the building as well as its furniture is

a direct responsibility of each member of the school community. Below are a few of the

most important indications:

Lockers: No pictures or stickers are to be affixed to the lockers on the outside. Nothing

permanent may be put on the inside. No adhesive may be used to attach pictures and

such to lockers; magnets only. Only items of appropriate nature will be allowed in

lockers. No food or clothing items should be kept in a locker overnight. Lockers should

be kept in a clean and orderly manner. Students should never leave money or valuables

in lockers. The school does not assume responsibility for lost items.

Textbooks, Paperback books and Calculators: Textbooks and calculators are loaned to

students. Students will be responsible for their replacement cost if lost as well as forthose books or calculators damaged beyond future use or lost by other students.

Textbooks must be returned at the end of the year and calculators if a student leaves

CRB before graduation.

Cafeteria: Students may purchase food and beverages before school, at the assigned

lunch period, and after school. After lunch, students are responsible for cleaning the

tables and placing trash in the wastebaskets. Students must be in the cafeteria during

their assigned lunch period, and remain there until the lunch period ends. Food and

beverages may not be taken outside the cafeteria. Only water can be purchased andconsumed outside the cafeteria during the school day. Vending machines may not be

used during class time.

Library: Students may borrow books for 4 weeks. Books may be renewed once for an

additional 4 weeks as long as there is no hold on the item. Reference books cannot be

taken out of the library. Failure to return a book on time will result in a detention each

week until the item is returned. If the item is lost, the student will be charged a

replacement cost for the item. Student IDs will be necessary to borrow books.

Clean School:Given the schools emphasis on responsibility, all students are responsiblefor keeping classrooms clean before leaving the classroom and the cafeteria after lunch.

While the school also employs maintenance staff, it is important that everyone in the

school students and staff alikehelp keep the shared common spaces neat and clean.

Respect fu l of the Property of Others

Students are expected to respect the belongings of another student. No one should

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permission to do so. If a student finds a valuable item, he or she should bring it

immediately to the main office. Misuse, destructive use, and stealing of anothers

property without prior permission is considered a very serious offense and may result in

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ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Cristo Rey Boston offers a rigorous academic program designed to challenge students to

grow academically, spiritually and personally while preparing them to succeed in

college, with many opportunities for advanced placement courses. Advanced Placement

courses are college-level courses taught at the high school campus. The AP curriculum isprovided by the College Board and ensures that students nationwide are being exposed

to the same material. Students who perform well on the end of the year AP exams may

earn college credit and/or advanced academic standing. The following is a list of the

courses offered at Cristo Rey Boston:

Art Dept.

410 Introduction to Art [0.5 credits]

430 Advanced Art [0.5 credits]

440 AP Drawing Studio [2credits]

Spanish Dept.

710 Spanish I [0.5 credits]

715 Spanish Heritage I [0.5 credits]

720 Spanish II [1 credit]

725 Spanish Heritage II [1 credit]

730 Advanced Spanish [0.5 credits]735 Advanced Spanish [0.5 credit]

740 AP Spanish [2 credits]

Engl ish Dept.

210 English I [2 credits]

220 English II [1 credit]

230 American History & Lit [2 credits]

240 English Language [2 credits]

245 AP English Language [2 credits]

Mathematics Dept.

310 Algebra I [2 credits]

320 Geometry [1 credit]

315-330 Algebra II [2 credits]

330-340 Pre-Calculus [2 credits]

347 AP Calculus [2 credits]

345 Financial Algebra [1 credit]

Science Dept.

610 Physics [1 credit]

620 Biology [2 credits]630 Chemistry [1 credit]

640 College Physics [1 credit]

645 Conceptual Physics [1 credit]

Social Studies Dept.

110 Sacred Scriptures [1 credit]

520 World History [2 credits]

130 World Religions [1 credit]

230 American History & Lit [2 credits]140 Ethics [1 credit]

540 AP US Government [2 credits]

MEASURING ACADEMIC PROGRESS

Cristo Rey Boston is a college preparatory school. We are committed to prepare all of

our students to succeed in a four year college that fits the students academic strength

and is financially affordable. The school uses different ways to measure the students

academic progress.

GRADE POINT AVERAGE

Grade point average is a quantitative measure of high school academic performance.

Cristo Rey Bostons grade point average is un-weighted, which means that it does not

take into account the level of difficulty of the courses. The average GPA earned by a

student is calculated by dividing the total amount of grade points earned by the total

amount of credit hours attempted. Single block classes are worth one credit. Double


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block classes amount to two credits. Your grade point average may range from 0.0 to a

4.0.

EXCELLENT GOOD FAIR PASSING FAILING

A+ 4.33 B+ 3.33 C+ 2.33 D+ 1.33 F 0.00

A 4.00 B 3.00 C 2.00 D 1.00

A- 3.67 B- 2.67 C- 1.67

CRB uses two types of GPA. The career GPA is the cumulative GPA of all high school

years. The yearly GPA is the average GPA for the current academic year.

GRADING SCALE

Term Grades

At Cristo Rey Boston, grades reflect the importance of achievement over effort. Effort is

reflected by grades on class work and homework assignments (20% of the overall term

grade). Achievement is reflected by grades on major assessments such as tests, research

projects, major essays, as well as grades on minor assessments, including quizzes and

short essays (80% of the overall term grade).

Grading Scale

A grade of A indicates excellent work; B is above average work; C is average; D is

unsatisfactory but passing; F indicates the student has not achieved the minimum

standard to earn credit for the class.

EXCELLENT GOOD FAIR PASSING FAILINGA+ 97 B+ 87 C+ 77 D+ 67 F


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Amer ican C ol lege Test

The American College Test (ACT) is a national college admissions examination that

consists of subject area tests in English, Mathematics, Reading, Science, and Writing.

The ACT includes 215 multiple-choice questions and takes approximately 3 hours and

30 minutes to complete. The ACT is the only college admission test based on thenumber of correct answersyou are not penalized for guessing. To demonstratestudent progress in a manner consistent with other Cristo Rey Network schools, Cristo

Rey Boston uses the ACT to test students in grades 9 through 12. Students are tested at

the beginning of each school year. Junior students will also take the ACT at the end of

the school year.

Scholast ic Assessment Test

The Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) Reasoning Test is a standardized test for college

admissions in the United States. The SAT is administered by College Board and is

developed, published, and scored by the Educational Testing Service (ETS). The SAT has10 test sections; with 3 math sections, 3 critical reading sections, 3 writing sections and

a "variable" section of either math, critical reading and writing. Each test section is

timed to take either 10, 20 or 25 minutes. The whole test takes approximately 3 hours

and 45 minutes to complete.To demonstrate the academic progress of our high school students, grades 10 and 11

will take the PSAT in the fall. Students will also take the SAT in the spring of their junior

year, and then again in fall of their senior year. Combined with high school College Prep

Days (when mock SAT tests are administered, scored and discussed), students will haveextensive practice in taking college-entrance exams, and will have ample time to

improve their performance. During grades 11 and 12, students have the support of an

in-house SAT prep class, a college counselor, and an afterschool college essay-writing

center.

Prof ic iency Exams

To demonstrate readiness for a college preparatory curriculum and to address students

on-going academic needs, Cristo Rey Boston administers Proficiency Exams every four

weeks in Math, Grammar and Essay Writing to students in grade 9. These assessmentsare based on the schools expectations for what 9

thgrade students should know and be

able to do at the beginning of the freshman year. Testing schedules are discussed with

students and families during the school year. 9th

grade students are required to pass all

three proficiency exams with a score of 90% or higher and the Essay score must be at

least 17 out of 25 in order to be promoted to the sophomore year.

COLLEGE READINESS

To measure the college readiness of every student, we use the same scale used during

the college application process for the state colleges and UMass system as a minimumbar. Our goal is that every Cristo Rey graduate will qualify to be accepted into the

UMass system. According to the application process for state colleges and the UMass

system, every student with a high school GPA of 3.0 and above qualifies immediately to

any of the four-year public campuses. Students with a GPA lower than 3.0 will qualify

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the high school GPA and combined verbal and math SAT scores. Students with a GPA

below 2.0 do not qualify to be accepted into the state and colleges or UMass system.

GPA SAT [CR+MT] ACT

2.51-2.99 950 20

2.41-2.50 990 21

2.31-2.40 1030 22

2.21-2.30 1070 23

2.11-2.20 1110 24

2.00-2.10 1150 25

COLLEGE COUNSELING

Enrollment in Cristo Rey Boston provides students with a systematic preparation for

college. However, excellent preparation for college should not be confused with college

placement. The goal of the college counseling program is to guide students through the

sometimes bewildering plethora of information about the more than three thousand

institutions of higher learning in the U.S. With careful guidance, each Cristo Rey Boston

senior will be placed in a four year college that is both affordable and matches his or her

talents and interests. Preparation for the college application process begins when our

students enter as freshmen and it intensifies during the junior and senior year.

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT DURING THE YEAR

Report Cards and Progress Reports

Teachers and staff use quarterly progress reports and quarterly report cards to

communicate students academic and behavioral performance. Progress reports and

report cards are sent home monthly. Progress report will inform families and students

about the progress during the term and allow students to improve the performance in

the quarter. Quarterly report cards reflect the grades achieved during the quarter.

Family-Teacher Conferences

Parents will have the opportunity to meet with teachers and staff during two Family-

Teacher Conferences held each year. We ask all families to reserve the afternoon or

evening to attend family conferences. Conferences will be held from 4:30-7:00 p.m.

Families of students failing one or more classes for the year or the quarter need to

attend Family-Teacher Conferences in order to receive their childs report card. A notice

of this requirement for students with failing grades will be sent in place of the report

card when grades for a quarter are sent home with students.

If a student owes any school materials or funds at the end of the school year, the final

report card will be withheld until those materials are returned or paid for, and all

accounts are clear. Please see the following page for an outline of the schools

promotion policies. Please note, a core academic class is any class that meets at least

five periods per week.

HIGH ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT

Honor Rol l

The honor roll is determined every nine weeks and includes those students who have

earned a 3.00 GPA or better for the marking period with no grade lower than a B-. The

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Cristo Rey Boston recognizes students' academic achievement by placing their names on

the Honor Roll. The qualifications for the honor roll are as follows:

First Honors: All As. Second Honors: As and one B. Honors: As, and Bs Honorable mention: As, Bs and one C+

Class Rank

Class rank is a measure of how a student's performance compares to other students in

his or her class. For instance, a student may have a GPA better than 75 of his or her

classmates in a graduating class of 100. In this case, his or her class rank would be

25/100.

Nat ional Honor Soc iety

Students at Cristo Rey Boston High School will be eligible for candidacy in the NHS after

completing their first two years of high school. A student must have achieved a

cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher in order to be considered as a candidate

for the NHS. Faculty and staff will have the opportunity to affirm the candidacy of all

students.

Members of the National Honor Society must maintain the national minimum standard

of 3.0 cumulative grade point average to retain their NHS membership. Each year,

members of the National Honor Society must render at least 15 hours of service.

As stated in its constitution, the purpose 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 high school students. All recommendations for

NHS candidacy will be made by the Faculty Moderator of the National Honor Society to

the Principal.

LOW ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT

Aca de mic P rob at ion

Students with a yearly GPA below 2.0 or failing multiple courses will be placed on

academic probation. Students on academic probation will meet with the Director of

Academic Support to create an academic improvement plan. Students will not be

eligible to participate in any extra-curricular activities while on academic probation.

Students placed on academic probation for three consecutive terms may not be eligible

to continue their education at Cristo Rey Boston.

PROMOTION POLICIES

A yearly failure must be passed in an accredited summer school program during the

summer after the failure. A students return to the School depends on the fulfillment of

this requirement. Seniors who fail one or more subjects for the year will not be eligible

to participate in the graduation ceremony.

Summer Remediat ion

Summer remediation is required if a student fails one core academic course for the year

with a grade below 64%. (A student must earn at least 64% in each of their classes.)

Summer remediation allows the opportunity for students to develop and demonstrate

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CRB has provided numerous tiers of support throughout the school year, summer

remediation is the responsibility of the family, both financially and logistically.

CRB high school offers several courses for partial credit on a Pass/Fail basis. These

classes are not core academic courses and failure of these classes does not result in

summer remediation as outlined above. However, these partial credit courses are

graduation requirements and must be mastered before a student can be promoted. If a

failing mark is earned in such a partial credit course, the student must complete the

portfolio requirements of the course before enrolling in the subsequent grade.

Promot ion to Next Grade Leve l

Any student who fails three or more credits for the year is not eligible for promotion to

the next grade level. In limited cases, the student is offered the opportunity to repeat

the year at the school. In other cases, the student and family will be assisted in

determining the best alternative school placement for the student.


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ACADEMIC SUPPORT PROGRAM

The academic support program is designed to assist students in refining and

strengthening the academic skills necessary for success. Our staff works closely with the

faculty, counseling office, and Dean of Students to offer the following services:

Aca de mic Support and Counse l ing

Our staff utilizes many tools in assisting students with academics. We offer academic

coaching and other resources geared toward student success. Academic coaching

focuses on academic skills such as organization, time management, study skills, goal

setting, etc.

Academic counseling focuses on other areas, resolvable through problem-solving, which

negatively impact academic success such as: Motivation, Self-discipline, Perseverance,

Attitude and interest, Goal setting, Transition and adjustment to high school, Time

management, Personal responsibility, Self-management, Conflict management,Assertiveness, Effective decision-making, Stress management.

Af te r Sch oo l Aca demic Su pp ort : Z -B lo ck

While first dismissal will take place at 3:05 p.m., 9th

and 10th

grade students whose

academic performance demonstrates a need for extra help or tutoring in any of the core

academic subjects of English, Math, History, Religion, Science, or Spanish, will be

required to stay past 3:05 p.m.. Therefore, please note that students academic

performance may determine the length of their school day. For some, this may be

dismissal at 3:05 p.m.. For others, this may be as late as 4:00 p.m.. Our goal is toprovide all students with the tools and support necessary to succeed in classes. After

school tutoring and supplemental instruction in the core subjects are available to any

student having academic difficulties.

Study B locks

Every student has a study block in their daily schedule. The purpose of the study block is

to provide students with the opportunity to study, work independently or in small

groups on assignments, work with a tutor, or receive extra help. In addition, students

may use this time to attend meetings, prepare college applications, meet with staff, etc.

Study Ski l l s

Every freshman student will receive study skill instruction during the first half of the

freshman year. This instruction is designed to improve the academic performance and

overall success of students. Study Smart courses are geared toward all students,

regardless of academic achievement and include topics such as organization, time

management, note taking, etc.

Teacher Of f ice Hours

Teachers provide frequent and regularly scheduled tutoring and academic instructionafter school. Students are encouraged to proactively seek extra help. Teachers will

identify students needing extra support and will contact the parent/guardian of these

students to notify them of the support available.

Tutoring and afterschool enrichment activities are privileges and must be treated as

such by the students who participate in them. Students who repeatedly disregard school
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rules or who behave inappropriately during afterschool times may lose the privilege of

staying for tutoring and enrichment activities.

Prof ic iency Test ing and Remediat ion

Ninth grade, and transfer, students are required to pass three proficiency exams, (math,

grammar, and essay) in order to be promoted to the 10th

grade, demonstrating their

mastery of these subject areas. Passing grade on the math and grammar exams is a

90%, on the essay a 17/25. Students are required to take the exams monthly, until a

passing grade is received. Students are expected to take an active role in mastering

these subjects and will be provided with review sessions and tutors to aid in their

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ACADEMIC IMPROVEMENT PLAN

LEVEL ONE: CLASSROOM INTERVENTIONS

All Cristo Rey Boston students are encouraged to seek extra help when struggling in academic

subjects. Through careful tracking of student effort and achievement, faculty and staff will

intervene when students are identified as needing extra support.

INDICATORBehavior or achievement that may trigger

intervention by faculty includes, but is not

limited to:

Inconsistent completion of homework

Lack of materials and assignments

Non-disruptive students who may notbe on task

Course grade of D or F Decrease in academic achievement Parent request

INTERVENTION & SUPPORTFaculty will work with student to improve

academic performance using any or all of the

following interventions:

Teacher/student conference

Parent contact by teacher

Mandatory after-school extra help Mandatory attendance at Z-Block

after-school support classes (grade

9&10)

Extra instruction in study skillsLEVEL TWO: STUDENT SUPPORT INTERVENTIONS

This process is to be used for student support AFTER the teachers own classroom interventions have

been used and have not resulted in improved academic success.

INDICATOR GPA below 2.0 (Academic Probation) Failing grades in multiple courses

(Academic Probation)

2 or more quarters of failing grades in acourse

Parent, faculty, or student request

INTERVENTION & SUPPORT Student meets with the Director of

Academic Support and a written

Academic Plan is developed

Parent contact by Director of AcademicSupport

Mandatory attendance at Z-Blockafter-school support classes (grade

9&10)

Mandatory after school help sessionswith teachers or homework sessions

Study skills tutoring Tutoring

LEVEL THREE: OFFICE REFERRAL TO ADMINISTRATION

This processed is to be used when other intervention strategies have not improved student

academic outcomes. Students on Level 3 of the Academic Improvement Plan may be counseled to

transfer to a new school for the next academic year.

INDICATOR Failing grades totaling 3 or more credits Failing 2 or more courses for multiple

quarters

INTERVENTION & SUPPORT Parent meeting with the Principal Revised Academic Support Plan


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CORPORATE WORK STUDY PROGRAM

The Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP) provides students with real world job

experiences and allows them to earn a portion of the cost of their education. It is an

integral part of their educational experience at Cristo Rey Boston High School. A positive

attitude and commitment to high standards of responsibility and behavior are not onlynecessary but required.

While the Corporate Work Study Program strives to create an environment for success

for its students, the program cannot succeed unless each student takes personal

responsibility to ensure individual success by projecting a positive attitude, behaving in

a mature manner and acting like an adult while participating in the program.

Students are assigned to work at a sponsoring organization one full day each week

without missing any instructional time. Students gain valuable exposure to a variety of

office environments. They learn to conduct themselves as adults in a professionalatmosphere. The income students earn is paid directly to the school in order to offset

the full cost of education.

Students are employees of the Corporate Work Study Program and not employees of

the Sponsors. By working 5 full days a month throughout the school year, each student

generates a total of $7,250 towards his or her education. Because students are not

employees of the sponsor, they are not eligible for sponsor benefits unless specifically

told by their supervisor. Because Cristo Rey is the legal employer of the students,

parents/guardians should not contact Sponsors directly. All questions and concernsshould be directed to the CWSP office.

In the workplace, students represent themselves, their families, and the school. It is

expected that students will be honest, polite and respectful. In order to express ones

self as mature and responsible, it is critical that each student is on-time, prepared for

work and works each full day to the best of his or her ability. As with any professional,

while at work, students need to direct all thoughts and efforts to the successful

completion of assigned tasks from the supervisor.

In any workplace, workers are held to high standards of honesty and integrity. Our

students are held to the same standards. Students must remember that use of a

Sponsors telephone, office equipment, office services (i.e., Internet access, etc.), or

office materials without a supervisors approval is tantamount to stealing. Certain

companies will authorize students to have access to their computer systems. Students

should use company computers only for business purposes. Students should expect and

be aware that any and all communication sent by email or over the internet will be read

by company officials and can be tracked at any time. Use of Facebook and other social

networking sites is never appropriate at work and is prohibited. When students are

sending messages through email they should always use appropriate English grammar

and spelling.

Sol ic i tat ions at the work p lace

Throughout the school year our students are involved in various worthwhile fundraising

activities. While we applaud our students for their efforts to raise money for important

causes, we stress the importance of maintaining a professional relationship with


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supervisors and coworkers. Therefore student solicitations (fundraisers, collections,

etc.) of any kind are not permitted at the workplace.

Jo b Pla c emen t

The CWSP staff will do its best to place the student with a sponsor that best suits his or

her abilities and interests. We will take care in learning about each students interest,

career hopes and desires for work placement. Sometimes we are able to match

incoming students very well for their initial work placement. At other times, we are not

able to place students in their ideal work environment, especially early on in their Cristo

Rey career. Students can be assured of our efforts to do so, especially as students gain

time and experience in the CWSP, and meet or exceed performance expectations.

Therefore, students must understand that the CWSP Staff retains the right in its sole

discretion to decide where the student will be placed and what duties he or she shall

perform. The CWSP Staff also retains the right in its sole discretion to adjust the

students duties or transfer the student to another Sponsor.

Making Up A Missed Work Day

Cristo Rey Boston constantly strives to show our corporate Sponsors that our students

are professional and take their commitment to the job seriously. Our Sponsors pay for a

certain number of days worked. Therefore it is vital that students make up any missed

work days. A student must make up any absence as soon as possible. Once an absence

has been made up, the student is eligible to receive a $135.00 tuition credit back from

the original fine, leaving a balance of $25.00. To demonstrate he or she is committed

and responsible, a student is responsible for making the arrangements with her or his

supervisor and notifying the CWSP office of the intended make up day. Students are

responsible for arranging transportation to and from work for any day they must make

up. Occasionally the sponsor requests that the student make up the work day at Cristo

Rey. In that case, the student will arrange for this make up day with the CWSP staff.

Cristo Rey Boston constantly strives to show our corporate sponsors that our students

are professional and take their commitment to the job seriously. Therefore it is vital that

students make up any missed work time. If a student ends the school year with more

than one absence that is not made up, it will result in a failing grade for the CorporateWork Study Program, and the student may be asked not to return to Cristo Rey the next

school year. Seniors will not be permitted to walk at their graduation if time is not made

up.

Terminat ion & Re-Employment Program

CWSP staff strives to create an environment which fosters success for its students and

supports the student to the greatest extent possible. If a student is having trouble at

work for any reason, the CWSP staff is committed to working with the student to ensure

he/she is able to perform to the best of his or her ability. The student is expected toexercise personal responsibility to ensure success by working diligently while on the job,

behaving in a mature and conscientious manner, and communicating with the CWSP

staff and his or her supervisor to resolve any questions or concerns. If the student does

not meet the CWSP and/or sponsor expectations, he or she may be removed from the

workplace. A student shall receive a failing grade in the Corporate Work Study Program

in the trimester in which he or she is terminated from a job.


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A student removed from the work place will meet with the CWSP staff and the

parent/guardian to sign a Re-Employment Agreement. The student will then engage in a

6 week re-training program, in which the staff works with the student to improve hard

and soft skills, address the cause of termination, and ensure that going forward the

student will have a successful work experience. The student must successfully complete

the CWSP Retraining Program, and will pay a non-refundable $200 fine to offset the

work time lost.

Upon the successful completion of the Retraining Program, the student will be will be

assigned to another work site. A student removed from a job placement more than once

will be dismissed from the school.

Grade for Corporate Work Study

Students receive a grade for their participation in the CWSP during the school year. The

students grade is based on a workday performance evaluation, as well as an extensive

work performance evaluation filled out by the students supervisor twice each year (an

overall evaluation of Outstanding, Very Good, Good or Fair is passing; a failing

grade is obtained by an overall evaluation of Borderline, Unsatisfactory or if a

student is terminated from his or her job). The students grade is also impacted by

assignments and attendance to on-going training sessions given throughout the year.

In order to pass CWSP for the year a student must pass 2 out of the 3 quarters.

If at the end of the year a student has failed, that student may be prohibited from

continuing in the CWSP the following year, and therefore not allowed to return as a

student at Cristo Rey Boston. If that student is not dismissed from Cristo Rey Boston, heor she will have to repeat and pass the Corporate Work Study Program Summer Training

program that summer in order to be allowed to continue in the CWSP and return as a

student at Cristo Rey Boston. All students must be considered employable to remain at

Cristo Rey Boston.


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ATHLETICS AND EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

ADVISORY GROUPS

All Cristo Rey Boston students, faculty and staff will be assigned to an advisory group

prior to the beginning of the school year. The purpose of the Advisory group is to

strengthen relationships between students and adults, to promote community, to fostera caring environment, and to provide all students with an adult in the building who will

advocate for them, encourage them, and hold them accountable. Advisees groups will

meet approximately once every three weeks. Students keep their advisor for the whole

year.

EXTRACURRICULAR CREDIT (EC)

Cristo Rey Boston believes that participation in extracurricular activities is a valuable and

wholesome educational experience for our students. All Cristo Rey Boston Sophomores,

Juniors and Seniors must fulfill the Extracurricular Credit (EC) in order to successfullycomplete the year. All

Documents

2011 Student Handbook Crb Elan Final_081211