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EPIPHANY CATHOLIC SCHOOL

PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK 10915 Michael Hunt Drive, South El Monte, CA 91733

Phone: (626) 442-6264 Fax: (626) 442-6074

Office Hours The school office hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays. On early dismissal days, the office will be open from 7:30 a.m. until 1:00 P.M. **Closed for lunch between 12:00-1:00 pm.

Parent/Student Handbook

2018-2019

Dear Parents and Students, Welcome to Epiphany Catholic School. In choosing Epiphany, you have demonstrated a commitment to the values and philosophy of a Catholic education. The Parent/Student Handbook reflects the policies of Epiphany Catholic School for 2018-2019 school year. The faculty and staff at Epiphany Catholic School look forward to working with you to promote academic excellence and spiritual development in the context of the gospel values of Jesus Christ.

Many Blessings,

Gabriela Negrete

Gabriela Negrete Principal

HISTORY 2

Epiphany Catholic School: 2018-2019 Parent/Student Handbook

Epiphany Catholic School was established in 1959. It opened its doors on September 14, 1959 with grades one through six and an enrollment of about three hundred students. The teaching staff consisted of Bernardine Sisters and three Lay teachers with the Principal teaching full time. In September 1960, a seventh grade was added and in 1961 an eighth Grade. In 1994, a kindergarten was added. For forty-one years, the Bernardine Sisters of St. Francis served with strength and dignity as administrators and teachers at Epiphany Catholic School. In June of 2000, the order was called to other duties and left Epiphany.

MISSION STATEMENT

Epiphany Catholic School is an elementary school whose mission is to inspire our students to develop a personal relationship with God. We strive to foster in our students a sense of spiritual and social responsibility, academic excellence, and Catholic morality.

PHILOSOPHY

At Epiphany Catholic School, we believe that it is essential to provide our students and families with a tradition rich in Catholic principles. Students acquire a foundation in faith and Christian values as well as the basic knowledge and skills needed to guide them through life and successfully participate in a global community. Within an atmosphere of respect, caring and personal responsibility, students, faculty and families strive for academic excellence, and a development of life-long learning. As a Catholic school, we acknowledge parents as the primary educators of their children. We strive to enhance and strengthen the faith and spiritual values students first acquired in their homes. Two-way communication between home and school is essential in creating an environment of understanding and cooperation.

Epiphany Catholic School is a dynamic community. It is constantly evolving and recreating itself in response to the challenges faced by the students in their daily lives. We continuously strive to work towards a deeper understanding of each student as a unique individual. Our goal as a school is to expose the students to a sequential and challenging curriculum of studies leading to the ability to make appropriate decisions in real life situations. We are working with students at crucial stages in their development; therefore, we seek to provide a challenging educational experience. We are cognizant of the multiple learning styles of students and attempt to address these through differentiation of instruction. Our faculty and staff devote themselves to a caring and dynamic interaction with students instilling self-motivation skills to establish good study habits. The pillars upon which we build this educational environment responsive to the whole child include family loyalty, student responsibility, a preparation for the future, respect for everyone and a caring faculty. Our school recognizes the significance of a safe learning environment, a commitment to high academic standards, and the need for moral responsibility, civic involvement and spiritual growth.

SCHOOLWIDE LEARNING EXPECTATIONS

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A proud Epiphany eagle is…

A person of faith who • Respects God’s creations • Follows Jesus always • Makes good choices • Thanks God through prayer • Attends Mass regularly

An academically prepared person who • Can read, write, listen and speak. • Can think and solve problems • Can develop study skills • Always tries their best

A good citizen that • Respects differences • Helps others in need • Cares for God’s world • Accepts responsibility for his/her own actions

• Always believes in themselves

THE PEACE BUILDER’S PLEDGE

I am a peace builder. I pledge to praise people, To give up put downs, To seek wise people as advisors and friends, To notice the hurt I have caused and make amends, To right wrongs, to help others. I will build peace at school, at home and in my community each day.

Faculty and Staff Roster 4


2018-2019 School Year

Principal: Gabriela Negrete Vice Principal: Patricia Pol

Office Manager: Theresa Carrillo

Primary

Pre-School: Mrs. Yvonne & Ms. Maria Transitional Kindergarten: Ms. Jessica

Kindergarten Teacher: Ms. Valdez Kindergarten Teacher Assistant: Mrs. Solorio

First Grade Teacher: Ms. Rosas Second Grade Teacher: Mrs. Yamashiro

Third Grade Teacher: Ms. Portillo Fourth Grade Teacher: Mr. Alaniz

Fifth Grade Teacher: Mrs. Pol

Middle School

Sixth Grade Teacher: Ms. Gabriella Seventh Grade Teacher: Mrs. Ayala Eight Grade Teacher: Mrs. Negrete

TABLE OF CONTENTS 5


A Absences and Tardies ACADEMIC POLICIES Academic Improvement Award Accessories (Uniform) Achieving and Believing Award After School Games After School Sports At Home Suspension

B Behavior Improvement Award Bi-Monthly Newsletter Birthdays Bounced Checks Boys Uniform

C Cheating Child Abuse Reporting Obligation Citizenship Awards Classroom Discipline Communication Communication during Class Time Curricular Program

D Daycare Defacing or Destroying School Property Dismissal/Pick-Up Discipline Disciple of the Quarter Award Dress Code, Grooming and Uniform Policy

E Email Emergency/Disaster

F Faculty Meetings and Staff Development Faith Formation Field Trip Guidelines FIESTA Requirements


4.0 GPA Fighting Forgotten Books/Homework Free Dress Fundraising

G Girls Uniform Grade Scale Guidelines for Admission

H Hair Health Room Homework Policy Honor Roll

I Identification of Personal Items Inclusion Procedures In-School Suspension

J Jewelry Junior High Academic and Graduation Requirements

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L Lunches/Snacks

M Mandatory Parent Meeting Make-up Monthly Mass

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P Parental Commitment PE Uniform Principal Award Progress Reports Q


R Registration Day Registration Fee Reader of the Quarter Readmission Policy Report Cards Restrictions on Free Dress

S Sacramental Program School Hours School Property and Books School Wide Discipline School Student Non-Discrimination Policy School Supplies SCRIP Program Service Hours Shoes (uniform)

T TEACHER Parent Conference Telephone Calls/Cell Phones Testing The Christian Family Life Program Toys /Electronics Tuition Payments Tuition Rates Tuesday Weekly Mass Uniform

U Uniforms (Boys/Girls) Uniform Regulations

V Visiting the School Campus

WX Y Z


A

Attendance Policies and Procedures

Parent/guardians must notify the school office before 8:30 am if the student is absent and must state the reason for the absence. If the school has not been notified of a student’s absence by 8:30 a.m., parents/guardians will be contacted to verify absence. If a child has been diagnosed as having a contagious disease, (e.g. chicken pox, strep, “pink eye”, etc.), parents/guardians are required to notify the school office so that precautions can be taken and exposure notifications can be sent home. If your child is showing any signs of illness such as a fever over 99.6°, vomiting, skin rash, etc., he/she may not return to school for 24 hours after all symptoms have disappeared.

**DO NOT text the teacher or principal if your child is absent. Parent/guardians MUST call the school office at (626) 442-6264.

Morning Absence 8:30 am – 11:30am

Excused Absences:

The following reasons would be considered excused absences: illness, medical/dental procedures, family emergency, attending a funeral for immediate family, quarantine (official), and school-initiated absence.

Unexcused Absences:

Family trips, vacation, etc. during the regular school year are not considered acceptable reasons for absence and are strongly discouraged by the school. Regular attendance is key to student success as classroom participation and instruction are very important and impossible to make-up. It is the parent’s/guardian’s responsibility to ensure that students are up-to-date on all key concepts covered during their absence. Three (3) unexcused absences will result in not qualifying for a Citizenship Award.

** If your child is absent, it is your child’s responsibility to make up any work. If you the parent would like any makeup homework, please call the office by 8:30 a.m. If homework is not requested, the child will receive any absentee work upon return.

Upon returning to school after an absence or if your child was sent home, a written excuse must be presented to the classroom teacher. A THREE DAY OR LONGER ABSENCE REQUIRES A DOCTOR’S MEDICAL REPORT.


Tardies:

Morning Tardy 8:00 am – 8:30 am Morning Absence 8:30 am – 11:30am Afternoon Absence 11:30 am – 2:30 pm Afternoon Tardy 2:30 pm – 3:00 pm

For every three tardies, parents will be charged a $15 fine per family. If excessive tardies and/or absences continue, the following steps will be taken: 1) a note from the Principal, 2) a meeting with the principal, and lastly 3) a meeting with the principal and pastor.

Academic Dishonesty

Academic integrity and ethical behavior are expected from all Epiphany Catholic School students. Academic dishonesty and unethical behavior are contrary and counter-productive to the philosophy and goals of Epiphany Catholic School. Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to:

• Plagiarism - Plagiarism is defined as the theft and use of another’s ideas or writings as one’s own, with or without the knowledge of the other person. This includes not properly citing sources in written work.

• Cheating - Cheating is defined as having unauthorized notes, materials, and/or resources of any type (calculators, computers, the help of another student, looking at another’s paper, answers and/or pertinent information written on any item, etc.) for any exam, quiz, paper, and/or homework assignment. Presenting previously submitted work from other classes as new work is considered cheating. Allowing another student to obtain information from one’s own exam, paper, and/or homework is also considered cheating.

• Copying or Borrowing - Copying is using another student’s or teacher’s written material to complete any assignment/homework. • Failure to follow a teacher’s directions regarding how to complete any assignment, quiz, test, and/or paper may be interpreted as academic dishonesty

Consequences: Students will receive an “F” or “NO CREDIT” for any assignment. In addition, the teacher or Principal may decide that further disciplinary action is necessary.

Academic Integrity

It is imperative that Epiphany Catholic School students, as part of their Catholic formation and preparation for higher education, understand and practice academic integrity and honesty. For this reason, any form of academic dishonesty will be addressed. Academic plagiarism is the theft or use of others’ ideas or writings with or without their knowledge. (Students will be taught how to cite sources in written work


when necessary.) Cheating is the use of unauthorized notes, materials or resources on any test, quiz, or homework assignment. Allowing another student to copy from one’s test or homework is also considered cheating, as is taking a test for another student. Students are responsible for the appropriate storage of their notes, materials and/or resources during testing periods. Failure to do so will be considered academic dishonesty. A student involved in any form of academic dishonesty may not receive any academic and/or citizenship awards during the given trimester.

Admission

All incoming students are academically tested, and will upon satisfactory performance be admitted according to the following criteria:

The recommend age for Kindergarten students is five (5) years of age by September 1st. Parents are required to present birth certificates, sacrament certificates if applicable, and up-to-date immunization records.

All incoming students must provide the latest report card and standardized test results.

The school will assist in giving the opportunity for as many students to have a Catholic education thru financial assistance.

It is of utmost importance that parents understand that prompt payment of tuition is expected. Parent participation is a condition of enrollment and is expected for continuation at Epiphany Catholic School. This includes, but is not limited to fundraising requirements service hour obligations, and participation in our Scrip program.

Under normal circumstances, a child is not to be deprived of a Catholic education on grounds relating to the attitude of parents and family members. It is recognized that a situation could arise in which the uncooperative or destructive attitude of parents might diminish the effectiveness of the school. In which case continuation of the child in the school may become impossible, and the family may be asked to leave at the discretion of the Principal.

After School Sports

The purpose of our sport program is to:

* teach sportsmanship * overcome tendencies toward excessive competition * acquire ability, skill, and physical coordination * learn how to keep rules * practice self-control


Epiphany Catholic School participates in various after school sports. Fourth through eighth grades students may participate in football, volleyball, basketball, and softball. Students must be accompanied by a coach or supervising parent to and from sporting events. To participate in the sports program, all students must have a minimum of a 2.0 GPA, and no “D” or “F” grade in any area of their progress report or report card. To be eligible to play, the student may not have excessive tardies or absences. If a child is absent, he/she may NOT be able to play at a game the same day. Parents who would like to drive must be fingerprinted and VIRTUES TRAINED by Archdioceses. Parents ARE NOT allowed to make a STOP with the children before or after the sporting event. Ex: Starbucks, McDonald’s, etc. If parent makes a STOP he /she will be banned from driving to any sporting event.

There will be a $45 sports fee for each sport played at school. A uniform is issued to each athlete once the sports fee has been paid. A uniform deposit may also be warranted by each coach. Eligibility to play sports will be evaluated at each progress report and report card period. If the student is not eligible during the season to play, he/she must turn in their uniform issued and no refund will be given.

Game Days:

Students who remain to watch after school games need to be with their parents. Students are required to abide by the uniform policy while attending after school sports games. The purpose of attending the game is to support and observe the team. Students may not leave the school grounds and then return without supervision. Spectators, as well as players, are required to remain in the field or court specified by the coach. All students are expected to pick up after themselves during and after athletic events. Parents and students must display good sportsmanship at all times. Coaches and school staff have the right to ask anyone to leave the game or premises for any reason.

Awards

All awards will be presented at Honors Assembly once a quarter.

Academic Improvement Award:

Awarded to those students who shown improvement and have increased by a full letter grade in any one subject.

Achieving and Believing Award:

Awarded to students who are putting forth effort in academics, behavior, and follow the SLE’s.


Behavior Improvement Award:

Awarded to students who are putting in their full effort in behavior, academics, and follow through with the SLE’s.

Citizenship Award:

Students in Grades K- 8 are awarded a Citizenship Award if they receive an “A” or “B” or an “O” or a “G” in effort, work habits, and behavior across the 7 subject areas, have no more than 5 tardies in a given quarter, and no more than 3 unexcused absences in a given quarter. Students must exhibit exemplary behavior, and may not be suspended or have more than 1 detention in a given quarter. Students may not miss any Family Masses within the given quarter in order to earn a Citizenship Award.

Disciple of the Month:

Disciple of the Month is awarded to students who show good Christian values and exhibit good morals throughout the month.

Reader of the Month:

Reader of the Month is awarded to students who show consistency and/or improvement in their reading.

4.0 Club: Students who receive solid “A’s” across all seven subjects’ areas earn a GPA of 4.0 which entitles them to become members of the 4.0 Club. Special recognition is given at an honor roll assembly at the end of each quarter.

B Behavior and Discipline

Teachers use individual class systems to reward students for positive behavior and to discourage negative behavior. These are explained at Back-To School Night. Back to school Night gives parents the opportunity to get acquainted with the teachers’ rules and class expectations.

APPROPRIATE BEHAVIOR IS EXPECTED OF ALL STUDENTS OF EPIPHANY CATHOLIC SCHOOL AT ALL TIMES.


The following behaviors are not acceptable and any results in a referral sent home, a detention or a suspension:

* Behaviors or actions not reflecting Christian values * Defacing of school building/property * Lack of reverence in Church or at assemblies * Use of vulgarity (written or verbal) * Obscene gestures * Chewing gum * Bullying or teasing fellow students (see specific guidelines) * Rudeness, poor manners, defiance or disrespect to any adult * Argumentative with adults * Cheating (see specific guidelines) * Excessive loudness/talking in the classroom * Not staying in seat during independent work time * Eating in the classroom * Being in a classroom or hallway without any teacher/staff/principal permission * Being in an unauthorized / unsupervised area * Failure to wear the proper school/PE uniform * Water throwing * Not following directions * Lying or deceptive attitude * Lack of cooperation * Misuse of the computer lab * Stealing

Defiant/Disruptive/Disrespectful Behavior:

It is the right and responsibility of the school’s Administration to recommend Suspension or Withdrawal/Expulsion for extreme or excessive defiant/disruptive/disrespectful behavior violations. Defiance means flagrant insubordination, disrespect, or disobedience of any school administrator, faculty, staff and/or volunteer by speech, gesture, or in writing. This includes, but is not limited to, refusal to give legal name, to go where directed, to accompany an adult to the Principal or Assistant Principal, Student Services, to give accurate, truthful information, and/or chronic violations of school regulations (Attendance, Behavior, and/or Dress Codes). Disruptive behavior includes, but is not limited to, the following items:

• Throwing food • Some forms of Horseplay – “Piling, “Tripping” • Talking/Inappropriate behavior at Mass, assemblies or in the classroom • Profanity • Verbal abuse • Excessive or constant disruptive behavior in class • Rude language and behavior


Disrespectful behavior is characterized by having, or showing disrespect; lacking courtesy or rudeness.

Consequences: First: Warning Second Offense: Note Third Offense - Detention, parent/guardian contact Fourth Offense - Detention, parent/guardian conference with Administration and/or suspension.

Offenses in any of the following areas will result in suspension or expulsion.

Fighting:

Fighting is defined as assault or battery, any threat of force (written or verbal), or violence directed toward anyone. This applies to all parties involved in the incident, regardless of intent. All students involved in a fighting incident will be suspended.

Consequence: Suspension

* A conference will be held with student, parent(s) and principal * The duration of the suspension will depend on the incident * A conference must be scheduled with the principal prior to the student returning to school.

Defacing or Destroying School Property:

Willfully cutting, defacing, or otherwise injuring, in any way, any property belonging to the school, church, or to another student will result in detention, or suspension or expulsion depending on the extent of the damage.

The administration reserves the right to modify the above policy and procedures as deemed necessary per individual incident.

If the administration feels that the student needs to pay for any damage to property or property of another child, that will be discussed at necessary time.

Inappropriate Public Displays of Affection:

Inappropriate public displays of affection shall not take place on school property or at any school sponsored activity. Behavior which is not appropriate for public places makes other people uncomfortable, shows poor judgment, and is demeaning to the individuals involved. Examples of inappropriate displays of affection include, but are not


limited to, kissing, sitting on laps, excessive body contact or any highly sexual or suggestive behavior with a member of the same or opposite sex.

Bi-Monthly Newsletter A Bi-monthly newsletter will be issued every other week containing the events of the following week. The newsletter will be sent home in a family envelope every other Friday with the oldest child in the school. The envelope must be returned to school on Monday signed by the parent or guardian. Lost envelopes will be replaced at the school office for a $5.00 replacement fee. Children need to learn responsibility and this is exhibited by returning the family envelope every Monday.

Birthdays

No balloons, confetti or flowers are to be sent to the school for a child’s birthday. This is a distraction to the educational program. If you wish to invite your child’s classmates to a birthday party, YOU MUST INVITE ALL THE STUDENTS IN THE CLASSROOM. YOU MAY NOT BE SELECTIVE FOR THE INVITATION.

If a parent wishes to give out treats for a child’s birthday, they must be brought in individual servings 15 minutes before recess or at the end of the school day. The treats can be dropped off earlier. All treats must be brought to the office, not to the classroom. If you are bringing lunch for the class, you must inform the teacher and Mrs. Tenorio two weeks prior to the date. A teacher’s approval is needed before the specified day.

Bullying/ Harassment Policy

BullyingBullying is the habitual harassing, intimidating, tormenting, browbeating, humiliating, terrorizing, oppressing, and/or threatening of another person. Bullying typically consists of direct behaviors, such as teasing, taunting, threatening, hitting, shoving, and stealing that are initiated by one or more students against a victim or victims. In addition to direct attacks, bullying may also be indirect, such as spreading rumors that cause victims to be socially isolated through intentional exclusion. Whether the bullying is direct or indirect, the key component of bullying is physical or psychological intimidation that occurs repeatedly over time to create an ongoing pattern of harassment and abuse.Cyberbullying occurs when students bully each other using the Internet on computers, mobile phones, or other electronic devices. This can include but is not limited to:

• Sending inappropriate texts, emails, or instant messages


• Posting inappropriate pictures, videos, or messages about others on blogs, social media, or websites

• Using someone else's username to spread rumors or lies about another person

HarassmentHarassment occurs when an individual is subjected to treatment or a school environment that is hostile or intimidating. It includes but is not limited to:Verbal Harassment

• Derogatory comments and jokes; threatening words spoken to another person

Physical Harassment • Unwanted physical touching, contact, or assault; deliberate impeding or blocking

of another's movements; any intimidating interference with normal work or movement

Visual Harassment • Derogatory, demeaning, or inflammatory gestures, posters, cartoons, written

words, drawings, images, and photos

*Visual harassment can be communicated in person, in hard copy, or electronically (including on social media).

Sexual Harassment • Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or

physical conduct of a sexual nature

*All issues must be reported to the school office. No parent should ever speak to a child or parent directly. We are not responsible for issues that occur off campus and outside of school functions. School is responsible for outside functions including field trips, sporting events and fundraisers. If parents fail to comply, this will result in banning the parent from all school functions.

C Child Abuse Reporting Obligation

In accordance with Los Angeles Archdiocesan Policy and California Law, section 11166 of the Penal Code, school staff is obligated under penalty to report the “reasonable suspicion” of physical abuse, emotional abuse, verbal abuse, physical deprivation,


physical neglect, inadequate supervision, or sexual abuse and exploitation. In this very serious and legally narrow area, the school will not contact parents in advance of making a report to legal authorities, which would be the procedure followed in most other legal matters. The clear intent of the law, based on the seriousness of the crimes above, is to mandate that a report of reasonable suspicion of abuse be made. School staff will make such reports in the best interest of the affected child and do not, once reasonable suspicion is established, have any legal alternative except to make the report to the proper authorities for their investigation and review.

Church Donation

Regular Mass attendance at Epiphany Church is established between August and June. This is recorded through the use of Sunday envelopes, Plan A – registered through the church or Plan B – using school envelope. A minimum donation to the church of $250 is required. Tuition plans may be switched at the end of the year based on attendance and your required donation amount.

Please make sure you use your Sunday envelopes regularly. Your envelope account will be received in January and May.

Communication During Class Time

No Student shall be released from class to answer a parent phone call, unless it’s an emergency. Messages may be taken in the office and delivered at a convenient time.

When unacceptable behavior occurs, the teacher or the Principal will enforce the school’s disciplinary policy by:

*Verbal Warning *Write Up (How Did I Do Today Slip) *After School Detention *Parent/Teacher/Principal Conference *Suspension or Expulsion

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding disciplinary actions, you must meet with your child’s teacher and Principal (if needed) to be present at conference to discuss student’s behavior, academic progress or any further concerns.

Please call school office to set up appointment or email teacher directly.

Curriculum

The following subjects are taught at Epiphany Catholic School: Religion, Math, Reading, English, Spelling, Handwriting, Social Studies, Science, Computers, Music, Art, and Physical Education.


D Daily Schedule

School Office Hours 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Student Arrival 7:50 a.m. School begins K -8th Grade 8:00 a.m. Dismissal for K-8th Grade 3:00 p.m. Minimum Day Dismissal 12:30 p.m. **Minimum days are dedicated to faculty and other planning meetings that could not be held while the students are on campus. They take place every Wednesday of the month but on occasion, additional days are included during the school year. There is lunch on minimum days, however it is subject to change.

Dismissal & Pick-up

Your child/ren will not be allowed to leave with anyone who is not authorized on their emergency card, this includes after school and group projects. A written note must be given to the school office prior to allowing an unauthorized person to take child from campus. If your child/ren walk home, the office must have a walking slip on file. If your child is not picked up by 3:15 pm, they must go directly to daycare and you will be charged drop-in fee of $25 in cash.

Morning Care/After School Daycare

Morning Care is available on school days from 7:00 am to 7:30 am for a fee of $1 per child, per day.

The After-School Day Care Program is planned to provide a safe, professionally-supervised program for children after school hours. Students attending Epiphany grades K- 8 are eligible to attend the program. The after- school program will operate on all days that school is in session (unless otherwise stated on the monthly calendar) from the time of dismissal until 6:00 pm. CHILDREN STAYING AFTER 6:00 PM WILL BE CHARGED A $25 LATE FEE.

The cost for the program:

1 child $140 per month 2 children $170 per month 3 children $200.00 per month


An annual registration fee of $25 cash per family is due on the day of registration or in the office after registration.

Dress Code

The primary purpose of a uniform is to ensure that each and every student at Epiphany Catholic School’s primary focus is on their academic development. Complete uniforms will be required for the entire year. Authorized school uniforms must have the school logo. It is the parent’s responsibility to ensure that their child attends school with an appropriate level of hygiene to maintain a safe learning environment. A student who is not dressed in proper, complete uniform will be in violation of the school dress code. If a student is not in correct uniform, he/she will be issued a uniform violation. If a student receives three uniform violations, a detention with a fine will be issued.

Free Dress

Free Dress will be allowed only on designated days. Parents are asked to see that the students are dressed appropriately when free dress is permitted. Modesty and good taste should be the guidelines. The following items are not permitted on free dress days: crop tops, sleeveless tops, miniskirts, exercise pants, spaghetti strap shirts (NOT EVEN WITH A SWEATER OVER IT) any spandex or tight-fitting shorts or pants, bare shoulders, no torn jeans, clothing with violent or inappropriate words or illustrations, and body suits. SHOULDERS and/or BELLIES SHOULD NOT BE EXPOSED. Shorts should be at least Bermuda or walking short in length. Students must wear fully enclosed shoes at all times (no sandals). Coming to school in inappropriate “FREE” dress will result in NO FREE dress for the remainder of the quarter as FREE dress is a privilege that should not be abused.

E Earthquake/Disaster Plan

Parents will be notified immediately if a serious injury or illness occurs during school hours. For this reason, you MUST notify the school office when there is a change in phone numbers or persons to be contacted when you cannot be reached. It is understood that enrollment at Epiphany School confers upon the school the obligation to select emergency care providers in the absence of our ability to reach the parent and that no liability shall be attached to such a decision in the event that the parents cannot be reached. In the event of disaster, the children will be kept at school until a parent or authorized person can pick them up. In case of a disastrous earthquake, the students


will be kept at school or nearest safest location until a parent or authorized person can pick them up.

Emergency Cards

Each student must have an emergency card on file. All emergency cards must be completed at the beginning of each school year and updates should be made as needed. Please make sure emergency card is filled out completely, signed and dated. When a disaster occurs, you or a designated person listed on your child’s emergency card must sign your child out.

F Faith Formation

Our Religion Education Program is central to the development of our faith community. Daily Religion classes supply academic knowledge of the truths of our faith as well as the familiarity and appreciation for the Word of God. Formal and spontaneous prayer is part of our daily life. Catholic values are integrated into all aspects of our curriculum. Children are encouraged to share the faith life they are practicing in school on as many levels as possible. This is done, not only with their parents and families, but also with all members of the parish and local community.

This is accomplished through: * Participation in school liturgies and prayer services. * Reception of the Sacraments of Reconciliation and the Eucharist. * Sharing with others of time, talent, food, clothing, money and service.

Field Trip Guidelines

The purpose of field trips is to have both an educational and enjoyable experience outside of the classroom. With the permission of the Principal, occasional field trip’s will be scheduled by the respective teachers to serve as a preparation or follow-up learning experience. Parents will be required to sign a written permission slip allowing their child to participate. If the school does not receive the permission slip, that child is not allowed to attend the field trip. All children attending field trips must return to school and may not be picked up at the field trip location. No parent is allowed to take any group of children to get a treat on the way to or from the field trip. If a parent makes a stop they will automatically be prohibited from attending any further field trips for the remainder of the year. No parent is allowed to drink any alcoholic beverages during any field trip. If a parent is caught drinking or the principal is notified that a parent was


drinking, that parent will be prohibited from attending any field trips for the remainder of the year.

Only parents who are contacted and confirmed drivers/chaperones are allowed to accompany the class on the trip. Siblings are not allowed to attend field trips. If you are assigned to a field trip, please make arrangements for your other children. We appreciate your presence and need your undivided attention to supervise. NO PARENT IS ALLOWED TO MEET AT THE FIELD TRIP LOCATION. If parent does not comply with these rules, that parent will be prohibited from attending any field trips for the remainder of the year.

When you are supervising, please be aware of every student assigned to you. Accidents happen at any moment. DO NOT LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED AT ANY TIME DURING THE FIELD TRIP OR WITH A NON-DESIGNATED CHAPERONE. When driving for a trip, the Archdiocese requires that you transport students to and from the destination without stopping. You must carry the permission slips with you at all times, which authorizes you to not only transport the student, but also authorizes you for any necessary medical treatment. A copy of your current driver’s license and current auto insurance must be on file in the school office before you drive on a school sponsored field trip, this includes coaches. These need to be updated in the office according to the expiration dates. ALL parents attending any field trip MUST be Virtues trained and fingerprinted. If a parent does not have one of these requirements, he/she will NOT be allowed to go on the field trip. Chaperones MUST be at least 18 years of age to chaperone. A chaperone MUST be 25 years or older to drive students on a Field Trip.

Homework Policy

Our children must learn responsibility. For this reason, if your child forgets his/her homework at home, please do not deliver it to school later in the day. No child will be let back into his/her classroom to retrieve forgotten materials within the classroom or be allowed to phone home to have homework brought to school. Please help us support this policy. If children forget any school books after 3:30 pm, they will NOT be allowed in the classroom at any time even if the teacher is present in the classroom.

If a child has forgotten a lunch or snack, you are not allowed to disturb the classroom. The lunch or snack must be brought to the office. The child will be called to collect it at lunch or recess, thus not disturbing the learning environment during class time.

Anyone coming on campus, must first sign in at the office and receive a visitor’s pass. You are not allowed on campus unless you have the pass (even if you come every day, you still need a pass.) You must sign in and out of the office.

No person (parents and grandparents included) may enter any classroom, at any time for any reason during school hours unless requested by the teacher.


Fundraising

The difference between the published tuition and the actual educational cost per child is met through the annual fundraising sponsored by the school. Each family must meet the following fundraising requirement:

*Purchasing/Selling $100 of Blue/Gold Raffle Tickets *Purchasing /Selling $70 in raffle tickets for the Harvest Festival *Purchasing /Selling $50 in raffle tickets to the Mother /Daughter Tea and/or in combination with Casino Night raffle tickets *Purchase two $25 packet to the Family Movie Night and $25 to Talent Show or a combination of the 2 events (total of $50.00) *Purchase 2 entrance tickets to the Casino Night ($60 per couple must be purchased) *Donate $25 to a fundraiser event (Movie Night or Talent Show or Casino Night) *Purchasing /Selling $225 or specified amount depending on contract in Fall Catalog, Cookie Dough, or Chocolate sale *Donate $20 (1 child), $30 (2 children), $40 (3 children) to Mother Daughter Tea *Donate an item or monetary amount to Harvest Festival

All families are required to give their whole-hearted support to these fundraisers. We will send a monthly financial report to those who have outstanding fees. A quarterly report will be sent out with the oldest child’s report card. Should you have any concerns regarding fundraising, please call Mrs. Theresa Carrillo, our office manager, in the school office.

Fiesta Requirements

All families are required to sell the entire amount of FIESTA Raffle Tickets. The raffle ticket money is to be paid in CASH ONLY. ALL raffle ticket money is due on the designated date given. If money is turned in after due date, a $25.00 late fee will be charged. No tickets/money will be allowed to be turned in during FIESTA weekend.

School families are required to complete 10 hours at the Parish Fiesta. You are also required to make a donation (TBD - either monetary or an item). You may not buy out of FIESTA hours or requirements. Fiesta hours not completed will be fined at a rate of $50.00 per hour.


G Grading Scale

Grading Scale (TK-K)

M= Demonstration expected development X= Demonstrates emergent skill T= Needs more time for development No Mark= Not expected at this time

Grading Scale (1st- 3rd Grade) O=Outstanding G=Good S= Satisfactory NI= Needs Improvement

Grade Percent and Point Scale (4th-8th Grade)

A = 96% - 100% (4.0) C+ = 80% - 84% (2.5)

A - = 93% - 95% (3.7) C = 75 % - 79% (2.0)

B+ = 90 % - 92% (3.5) C- = 70% - 74% (1.7)

B = 87% - 89% (3.0) D = 65 % - 69% (1.0)

B - = 85% - 86% (2.7) F = 64% and below (0)

H Hand Sanitizer

Students may not have hand sanitizer in their possession at any time.


Health Room

Students who become ill at school will report to the office. If there is a necessity to go home, we will inform the parents. The child will be released only after he/she has been checked out in the office. Please come for your child promptly if you are called.

No child should have medication in his/her possession (including aspirin, cough drops or chap stick). All medications need to be brought to the school office and parents must fill out the proper documentation.

Homework Policy

Homework is assigned daily, which may include some Fridays. Long-term projects may be assigned at the teacher’s discretion. Assignments are geared to reinforce daily lessons. We ask that parents be mindful of the fact that not all homework assignments are written. Research and reading should be done with as much diligence as written assignments. Many long-term projects are assigned in advance and can be considered as homework or be worth a test score. If your child repeatedly comes home and says that he/she does not have any homework, please contact the teacher as soon as possible by calling the office before 3:30pm or through email.

Careful supervision will provide valuable insight into your child’s work, ability, and progress.

Homework should be considered a part of daily life. When parents are interested, enthusiastic and cooperative with regards to education and homework, the child learns those skills. Please help your child/ren learn the value of education through your support and example.

All homework should be checked by the parent each evening before sending it into the teacher.

Homework will vary night to night, but homework should always be at least 30 minutes and no more than 2 hours.

Students are required to read each evening in addition to other homework assigned by the teacher. Kindergarten through 8th grade are required to complete a nightly reading log. Parents are to sign the reading log to verify reading is being completed.

Please remember, children work at their own pace. Any problem concerning homework should be immediately addressed with the teacher. If homework is not done, consequences will be given by the teacher.


Honor Roll

Students in grades 4th – 8th may earn honor roll status in the following categories:

Academic Excellence 4.0 to 3.6 GPA Academic Merit 3.59 to 3.0 GPA

Students who achieve honor roll status will be recognized at an Honors’ Assembly at the end of each quarter.

I Identification of Personal Items

All personal items, supplies and clothes are to be clearly labeled with the child’s name and grade. This is the only way owners can be easily found if items are lost.

Inclusion Procedures

Through the mission of the Archdiocese, our school strives to serve children with varied learning needs. All educators in Archdiocesan schools follow “Directions for the Inclusion Process in Catholic Schools: Support Team Education Plan Process (STEP) and minor Adjustment Plan Process (MAP)”. Parents or guardians who feel that their student may need accommodations to enable him/her to participate in the general education curriculum of the school should consult the student’s teacher and principal to determine how best to meet the student’s needs. Parents or guardians may request the “Disability Discrimination Complaint Review Process” from the principal to address unresolved issues.

J Junior High Academic and Graduation Requirements

Any 6th or 7th grade student that does not have an accumulative GPA of 1.0 will not be promoted to the next grade and may be retained or asked to leave the school.


8th grade students must have an overall GPA of a 1.0 in order to graduate. NO diploma will be issued to any student that does not receive a cumulative GPA of 1.0. The graduate must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 to participate in eighth-grade privileges, which include the graduation breakfast, 8th grade graduation trip, and other social activities.

K L Lockdown Procedure

A school lockdown confines all staff and students to the classrooms due to a perceived or real threat; isolation of staff and students inside the school limits exposure to risk to outside contaminants: people, exposures or situations. The practice of lockdown drills acclimates both staff and students to the process and probability, and ultimately avoids unnecessary responses.

All parents will be informed immediately via text if there is a lockdown on school grounds. During a lockdown situation, parents MUST NOT attempt to enter the school grounds, call the office or text until the lock down is clear. By following these measures, it will keep your children safe.

Breakfast/Lunch/Snack

Breakfast will be served daily from 7:20 am to 7:45 am. Prices will range from $1 - $3.

Students may bring their lunches from home or purchase the school lunch. The school cafeteria provides a nutritional, well balanced lunch at the cost of $4.00 per day. The children are not allowed to leave the campus for recess or lunch. If a child forgets his/her lunch, he/she will receive an I owe you. Failure to provide lunch for your child is a sign of neglect and can be reported to Social Services. THE DELIVERY OF FAST FOOD WILL NOT BE ALLOWED. STUDENTS MAY NOT BE TAKEN OFF CAMPUS FOR BREAKFAST OR LUNCH FOR ANY REASON. No warm up lunches are allowed. We will NOT be warming up any lunches for any student from K-8.


Parent/Guardian supervising at lunch time may not bring lunches for their child/ren or themselves. They are at school to supervise ALL children NOT just their own children.

Students are highly encouraged to bring a morning recess snack. We strongly suggest and encourage that the snacks be nutritious- fruits, vegetables, cheese, etc. NO Candy is allowed. HOT CHEETOS OR TAQUIS ARE HIGHLY DISCOURAGED FOR ALL CHILDREN.

M MAKE-UP

Students may not wear any make-up or body art. This includes lip coloring, lipstick, lip gloss or any tinted gloss, no chap stick, blush, foundation, powder, mascara or any type of eye liner. Nail polish is not permitted. Acrylic nails are not permitted for activities or ceremonies such as May Crowning, Graduation, Disneyland trip etc. Temporary tattoos or writing on the skin is NOT permitted. If there is writing on the skin, an automatic detention will be given.

Monthly/Weekly Masses

As a school community, it is important to come together to praise God through the celebration of Mass. We are blessed with the availability of priests through our parish who celebrate Mass with our school community once a week. For Tuesday mass, students must wear their Mass uniform (burgundy shirt); NO shorts are allowed.

Each month the school hosts a Family Mass at 10 a.m. on designated Sundays that will be specified on monthly calendars. Students must wear their Mass uniform (burgundy shirt); NO shorts are allowed. Please refer to the school calendar for exact dates of school Masses. Failure to attend any monthly family school mass will result in your child’s religion grade to drop, not receive a citizenship award and the loss of free dress for the entire quarter.

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Parental Commitment

We at Epiphany Catholic School consider it a privilege to work with parents in the education of children because we believe parents are the primary educators of their children. Therefore, it is your right and your duty to become the primary role models for the development of your child’s life—physically, mentally, spiritually, emotionally, morally, and psychologically. During these formative years (K-8) your child needs constant support from both parents and all faculty in order to develop his/her moral, intellectual, social, cultural, and physical endowment. Together let us begin this year with a commitment to partnership as we support one another in helping your child to become the best person he/she is capable of becoming.

Parent/Teacher Communication

The goal of every teacher is to have good communication with the parents. Teachers will provide email and Remind App classroom code so that both parents and teachers can communicate with each other.

Parent/Teacher Conferences

Conferences with the teacher are conducted during the conclusion of the first trimester for all parents/guardians to discuss their student’s academic progress, habits of self-control, attitudes and interests. In grades Fourth through Eight, the student is required to participate. Additional parent-teacher conferences are recommended any time a parent/guardian or teacher recognizes a need. Informal contacts by email, phone or visit are also welcomed, with the reminder that advance arrangements must be made for a visit with the teacher. Impromptu drop-in and after school visits cannot be accommodated as they do not allow the teacher the appropriate amount of time to prepare for such a meeting and may not fit into the teacher’s planned schedule or duties. If you would like to meet with the teacher, an appointment must be made in the school office.


Parent Meetings

There are four or five mandatory parent meetings scheduled throughout the year. Please check the school calendar for specific dates. They will start at 6:30/7:00 pm. Parents must attend the entire meeting. There will be a fee of $30.00 for each mandatory meeting that is missed. The meetings are imperative and it is our way of getting information to you, so please be on time.

Personal Grooming, Hygiene, & Hair

Boys:

1. Showers should be taken every morning or night. 2. Deodorant should be worn daily. 3. Hair should be styled/groomed. 4. Hair must be no longer than two inches. 5. Hairstyles that are unbecoming, bizarre, distracting or otherwise inappropriate are not

permitted. (Ex: bleached/dyed hair, mo-hawks, braids, shaved designs in head, etc.)

Girls:

1. Showers should be taken every morning or night. 2. Deodorant should be worn daily. 3. Hairstyles that are unbecoming, bizarre, distracting, or otherwise inappropriate are

not permitted. (Ex: bleached/dyed hair) 4. Nail polish may not be worn under any circumstances. 5. Acrylic nails and French manicures are not permitted under any circumstances.

Physical Education

Physical education is conducted weekly.

Wednesdays: Grades 5 through 8 Thursday: Grades Kinder through 4

P.E. Uniform

Shirts/Sweatshirts:

P.E. shirt with school logo

Sweatshirts with school logo


Shorts/Sweats:

Shorts must be no shorter than 3 inches above the knee and cannot sag below the waist.

Shoes:

Solid black or white athletic shoes with solid black or white shoelaces

All P.E. uniforms must be purchased directly from the school office. You may place an order on registration day. The order will be ready the first week of school. Due to limited availability of sizes, it is advised that orders be placed ahead of time.

Socks: White, blue, or black crew socks must be worn at all times, no quarter crew or lower (Ex. ankles socks)

**Only school logo P.E. attire is accepted.

Promotion

According to Archdiocesan Policy, “Fundamental skills are acquired in the primary grades. Retention, when necessary, should occur in those grades.” Promotion in grades 4-8 will depend on scholastic achievement and will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Q R Re-admission Policy

The school reserves the right to deny re-admission to any family who has withdrawn from the school because of dissatisfaction in any area or with any aspects of policy or delinquencies in tuition. Failure to support the philosophy, objectives and policies of the school may also result in non-admissions.


Registration Day

Parents must attend the Registration Day scheduled date in August from 8:00 to 12:00 and 5:00 to 8:00. At this time, parents are given the opportunity to purchase PE clothes, pay tuition, sign up for events, etc. Parents must receive a clearance slip for their child(ren) to attend class on the first day of school.

Registration Fee

A non-refundable registration fee is payable during the designated registration period beginning in February. Tuition must be current at the time of registration in order to have the registration accepted for the next school year. Failure to register by the scheduled time may result in the loss of student’s place for the next year, and an additional penalty fee of $25 per month that registration is not paid after July will be applied.

Report Cards/ Progress Reports

A report card is issued quarterly in grades K-8. Please check the school calendar for the dates you will be receiving the report cards. It will be sent home in an envelope which are to be used for the entire year and are not issued each quarter. Envelope must be signed and returned the following school day.

All parents will receive a formal progress report on their child/ren in the middle of the quarter. It will be sent home in an envelope. All progress reports envelopes need to be signed and returned to the teacher the following day. Please check the school calendar for the dates that you will be receiving the progress reports.

S Sacramental Program

Our Sacramental Program is a two-year program, which begins in first grade, preparing the students for the reception of Reconciliation and Eucharist. Both sacraments are generally received in second grade. The students participating in the Sacrament Program should be attending Mass every Sunday with their families, have proof of Baptism and must attend sacramental meetings. Older students who have not yet received these sacraments will need to contact our Religion Coordinator to set up for


sacramental classes. Parents of all children in the sacrament program must pay a sacrament fee of $60.00.

Saturday School

Saturday school will be served after a student has received three disciplinary notices or at the discretion of the teacher/administration. A $20 fee will be charged and will need to be paid in cash the day of Saturday School.

School Hours

Students may not be dropped off before 7:00 am. Early morning drop off begins at 7:00 am. Please refer to Morning Care for further information.(pg.19-20) Regular student drop off begins at 7:30 am and ends at 7:50 am. All students being dropped off after 7:50 must be walked in by parent. The exit gate will be locked by 8:15 am. All students must remain in the cafeteria from 7:30 am to 7:50 am. The first bell rings at 7:50 am. The second bell rings at 8:00 am. If your child is not in class and ready to work by 8:00 am, they are considered tardy. They must go directly to the school office, NOT their classroom. All classes start at 8:00 am and end at 3:00 p.m. Wednesday dismissal is at 12:30 p.m.

THE SCHOOL OFFICE IS CLOSED DAILY FROM 12:00 TO 1:00 P.M. for lunch time. Please try to sign your child out for any doctor’s appointments before 12:00 p.m. or after 1:00 pm.

If your child is not picked up by 3:15 pm, he/she will be sent to After-School Daycare, and you will be charged a drop-in fee of $25.00 (CASH ONLY)

School Books and Property

Although school textbooks are rented, it is important that each child be taught to respect and take care of books, as well as other school property.

To help protect books, all books must be covered with a book cover at all times. Plastic adhesive book covers are NOT allowed.

Any books or other school property lost or damaged must be paid for. A “Fine Form” will be completed by the classroom teacher and distributed to the student or parent for payment. The student will not receive their last report card until fees are paid. Replacement of softbound or workbooks will be replaced at $50.00 and hardbound books will be replaced at $75.00 each.


School Student Non-Discrimination Policy

The School, mindful of its mission to help all children, admits students regardless race, color, or national and/or ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.

The school does not discriminate on the basis of race, color disability, sex or national and /or ethnic origin in the administration for educational policies and practices, scholarship programs, and athletic and other school administered programs although certain athletic leagues and other programs may limit participation and some archdiocesan schools operate as single sex schools.

While the school does not discriminate against students with special needs, a full range of services may not always be available to them. Decisions concerning his/her admission and continued enrollment in the school are based upon the student’s emotional, academic and physical abilities and the resources available to the school in meeting the student’s needs.

Service Hours

All parents whose children are in Kinder – 8th grades are required to fulfill their obligation of school service hours. Every family is informed of areas where help is needed through the bi-monthly newsletter, flyers, or texts. It is up to each individual to record their own service hours in the Service Hour binder located in the school office. Hours are non-transferable. Each family is required to complete 30/40/50 service hours depending on contract. An additional 10 hours of service are required for the Parish Fiesta. It is your responsibility to make sure that hours recorded. DO NOT wait until the end of the school year to complete your hours or to make sure they are recorded correctly.

Failure to complete service hours will result in a $20.00 per hour fine for hours not completed. Parish Fiesta hours not completed will be fined at a rate of $50.00 per hour. You are also required to make a donation (TBD - either monetary or an item donation). You may not buy out of FIESTA hours or requirements. Should you have any concerns regarding your service hours, please contact the school office. If you have a child in preschool, please refer to the preschool handbook.

Supplies

A supply list is sent home in the registration packet for each grade during the summer. All children are required to have ALL of their supplies on a daily basis. Please have all of the supplies by the first week of school. When these school supplies are depleted, they need to be replaced on a regular basis. Furthermore, other supplies may be requested by the teacher in August or throughout the year. Students who are not prepared for class will be subjected to detention.


Suspension

The student is temporarily removed from school for a period of time. A suspended student may not participate in any school related activity (which includes after-school activities), must keep up with regular school assignments, and may not be permitted on the school grounds unless accompanied by a parent to and from the office only. If a suspended student misses an assigned test, making it up is at the discretion of the teacher. The length of the suspension is at the discretion of administration.

If you have any concerns regarding your child, please call the school office to set up an appointment.

In School Suspension:

The student is excluded from the classroom and regular participation in school life, but continues schoolwork elsewhere in the school. A suspended student may not take part in any school related events, or activities (i.e. sporting events, filed trips, etc.,) and must keep up with assignments. The length of the suspension is at the discretion of the administration.

T Telephone Calls/Cell Phones

The office has (4) operating telephones. There is no need for your child to have a cell phone in his/her possession. Parents will fill out a cell phone permission slip on Registration Day that indicates that all cell phones must be kept in the Front office for the entire school day in their designated box. NO EXCEPTIONS!! After picking up cell phones at the end of the day, they must be stored in your child’s back pack until 3:15 pm. If a cell phone is taken by a teacher from a student’s backpack or possession, then it will not be returned until the parent comes to the office to pick it up.

Testing

The school strives to attain the highest student achievement possible. With that in mind, it is important that when the teacher and administration feels that a child needs to be tested for hearing, sight, or any other concern, the parents take it into consideration and obtain the necessary testing in a timely manner. This will ensure that the student is performing at his or her optimum capacity.


Texting

All parents have the Principal’s cell phone number. The ONLY purpose to text the principal is for emergency purposes. If a child is absent or late, texting the principal is NOT allowed. For school purposes, you MUST call the school by 8:30 am the latest. It is important that you inform the school when your child is absent.

Texting the principal to ask about homework is not permitted. School business needs to be addressed during school hours from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm.

Toys/Electronics

No toys or electronic items are to be brought on campus. The school will NOT be liable for broken, stolen or lost items. This includes, but is NOT limited to, tablets, cell phones, smart watches, or any type of gaming system. All toys and games will be confiscated.

Tuition

Tuition Payments:

Parents must assume responsibility for the published tuition rates. We do offer family plans for tuition. The tuition is based on a full school year. Yearly tuition payments are paid in ten or eleven equal installments. The collection of tuition will be done directly through FACTS. Your monthly tuition will be automatically deducted from your banking or savings account on either the 5th or 20th of each month. If funds are not in your account, you will be charged a $50 late fee from Epiphany, a $25.00 FACTS returned payment fee, and possibly a late charge from your bank. There is an annual family fee charged each year to begin the process. Each family will be credited two (2) service hours to compensate for this fee. Students who are graduating from 8th grade must have their tuition deducted by the 5th of every month. If you have any questions regarding FACTS, please call 1-800-624-7092.

* Any preschool graduation information will be given by Mrs. Yvonne Hernandez, our Preschool Director.

Forms of Payments:

Check, cash, or credit card are acceptable forms of payment. If a check bounces, you will be required to make all future payments by a certified check, money order, or cash. You will be charged $25 non-sufficient fund fee, regardless of the check amount, and possibly a charge from your bank as well.


U Uniform Policy

Hair Accessories:

Bows, hair ties, headbands, stretch-bands are permitted. However, NO specialty type headbands may be worn at any time.

Jewelry:

A small, simple religious cross on a simple chain may be worn. Smart watches or watches that record may NOT be worn. Costume jewelry is not allowed. ID bracelets and medical alert bracelets may be worn. Girls may wear only one set of small stud earrings. No dangling earrings of any kind are permitted. Body piercings are NOT permitted.

Boys Uniform

Grades K – 8

Shirts Burgundy, white or navy-blue polo shirts with school logo. Long sleeved polo shirts with school logo for cold days.

** Shirts must be tucked in at ALL times. Students that do not have their shirt tucked in will receive a uniform violation. 3 uniform violations will result in a detention. Pants/Shorts Navy blue school uniform pants, or corduroy pants will be allowed. (NO SKINNY PANTS) Navy blue walking shorts (except Tuesdays) A solid BLACK stretch or leather belt (NO other colors are allowed)

* A BELT MUST be worn at all times. (all grades K- 8)

Other Pull over school sweatshirts, vests, or school jackets with school logos may be worn White, black, or dark navy-blue crew socks (no quarter crew or ankle socks allowed) Solid black or navy blue stretch or leather belt (NO other colors are allowed.


Girls Uniform

Grades K-8

Shirts:

Burgundy, white, navy-blue or white-collar button up blouse or polo with the school logo. Long sleeved polo shirts with school logo may be worn on cold days.

**Students may wear a navy blue or white long sleeved thermal under their uniform during the winter season.

**ALL shirts and blouses must be tucked in at all times. Any student that does not have their polo/blouse tucked in will receive a uniform violation. 3 uniform violations will result in a detention.

Jumper/Skirts:

Jumper (Grades K-4) Four pleat skirts (Grades 5- 8) Skirts or skorts must touch the middle of the knee or lower

**ALL girls must wear shorts under their skirts at ALL times **

Pants/Shorts:

Navy-blue school uniform pants (NO SKINNY PANTS) Navy-blue walking shorts (except Tuesdays) * A BELT MUST be worn at all times. (all grades K- 8)

Other

Pull over school sweatshirts, vests, or school jackets with school logos may be worn White, black, or dark navy-blue crew socks (no quarter crew or ankle socks allowed) Tights may be worn during cold weather (black or navy) Leggings may be worn during cold weather, but MUST be worn with socks ABOVE the leggings (navy blue or black only) Solid black or navy blue stretch or leather belt (NO other colors are allowed)

**ALL Shirts and blouses must be tucked in at all times. Student who do not have their shirt/blouses tucked in will receive a uniform violation. 3 uniform violations will result in a detention.


Uniform- Shoes (boys and girls)

Grades K – 8 Athletic or tennis shoes must be solid black, solid white or a combination of white and black. Lights, Velcro, characters, designs or slip ons are NOT allowed. High tops are allowed (socks must be visible). Shoe laces must also be black or white. The shoes must be tied properly at the top.

Uniform- Tuesday School Mass

Girls: Grades K-4 must wear a jumper, skort, or long pants and burgundy polo. Grades 5-8 must wear a skirt/skort and burgundy polo. Skirt and skort must be at appropriate lengths. Skirts and skorts must touch the middle of the knee or lower. SHORTS MAY NOT worn to mass. A uniform violation will be issued if not in the correct uniform.

Boys: Grades K-8 must wear long blue school uniform pants with a belt and burgundy polo. SHORTS may NOT be worn to mass. A uniform violation will be issued if not in the correct uniform.

Uniform - Purchasing

All uniforms must be purchased through either

School Uniformity RED DOT 2109 W. Whittier Blvd. 10932 Valley Mall Montebello Ca 90640 OR El Monte Ca 91731 Phone (323) 726-0882 Phone (626) 401-2923 FAX (323) 726-0933 FAX (626) 401-2756

We should be proud to be Epiphany Eagles. Our uniform dress code should reflect our attitude of pride, reverence, and self-respect. We are ambassadors of our school and witnesses of our faith. Our uniform should be worn with pride as a visible sign to our community of who we are.

Uniform Policy:

The following are restricted: NO torn or ripped pants (including the bottom of the pants), no baggie pants, no color-treated or dyed hair (including highlights), no logos on belts, no platform shoes, no light up shoes, no oversized shoes, no hats to be worn in the classroom, no non-uniform jackets, undershirts must be all white or navy with writing. Any student not in compliance with the school dress code will receive a uniform


violation. After 3 violations, the student will receive detention and a violation fee of $4.00.

V Visitor/Volunteer:

ALL visitors, volunteers, parents, grandparents, etc. MUST sign in at the front office where they will receive a visitor’s badge. All visits to the classrooms must be pre-arranged with the teacher.

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Epiphany Catholic School 10915 Michael Hunt Dr, South El Monte, CA 91733

Phone: (626) 442-6264 Fax: (626) 442-6074

2018-2019 PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Welcome to Epiphany Catholic School. Thank you for taking the time to review the Parent/Student handbook.

As part of our student record policy, we must have a signed copy of this acknowledgment stating that the parents and student have read the Parent/ Student Handbook.

Our family has read the Epiphany Catholic School Parent/Student Handbook. We are aware of, understand, accept, and agree to follow the policies and procedures stated in the Handbook. We acknowledge that the school has the right to amend the Handbook during the school year as needed, and we agree to follow the policies and procedures as may be added or amended. We understand that we may be asked to withdraw our child/ren from the school or our child/ren may not be invited to return the following year, if we fail to fulfill our responsibilities under the Handbook, and any additions and amendments that may be made.

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