Mission Statement

The Immaculate Conception School in Revere prepares a culturally diverse sutdent population to become responsible, well-rounded, faith-filled citizens by focusing on Catholic values and high standards of academics. Our school community celebrates its faith by practicing the precepts of peace, justice and service to others, hereby witnessing Christ's teachings.

Philosophy

As strong advocates of the home-school partnership, Immaculate Conception Elementary School in Revere exists primarily to develop and enrich the full potential of children, intellectually, spiritually, socially, and physically. Consequently, the staff provides the highest quality of learning in order that students may eventually contribute to society as witnesses to the teachings of Christ in thought, word and action. Moreover, by instilling a sense of responsibility and high self-esteem, students acquire skills necessary to resolve conflicts in a non-violent manner.

This total effort must be experienced in the light of Christ's truths and society's changing needs. These beliefs become a reality when pastor, principal, faculty, parents, students and support staff work together fully and collaboratively. This shared responsibility then ensures students' success.

School Hours

8:00 a.m. School Office Opens
8:15 a.m. Children enter school
8:15 - 8:30 a.m Opening exercises
10:50- 11:25 a.m. Lunch A, grades 6-8
11:30 - 12:05 p.m. Lunch B, grades K,4,5
12:10- 12:45 p.m. Lunch C, grades 1 - 3
2:30 p.m. Dismissal (except 1st Friday of every month at 11:30 a.m.)

Dropping off and picking up students

1. Before school, parents may drop off children in the school yard but should not remain with them until they enter the school building. The will be supervised by a member of the IC faculty beginning at 8:00 a.m.; therefore, no child should be dropped off before 8:00 a.m. Kindergarten students go into main building on inclement weather days.
   
   
2. Once children enter the school yard in the morning, they are not to leave the school grounds. If they wish to make purchases for snacks or drinks, they must be done before they are dropped off at the school.
   
   
3. Students will line up with their class before entering the school building. Each class has a designated area in which to form a line.
   
   
4. A student will be considered late if he or she has not entered the school building with the rest of the class at 8:15 a.m. Tardiness, as well as absences, appear on the child's report card. Also, most teachers give students assignments before class in the morning. If your child is late, he or she will miss much of this work.
   
   
5. Parents must not block school exits. Please wait outside school. Parking in the school yard is NOT permitted. This applies both before school and at dismissal. Please do not double park or block any other vehicles, or driveways on any of the streets surrounding the school. Parents are to park in the church parking lot. Please respect other people's property and do not use the handicapped parking spots designated for those who need it. Also, please be aware of the fire lanes as they need to be clear in case of an emergency.
   
   
6. Because of the congestion in this building, parents are asked to wait for their children outside the building. If the weather is inclement, remain in your car until 2:30 p.m.
   
   
7. The school office has always told the children if they are dismissed and no one is waiting for them outside they are to come into the office to wait for their rides. Sometimes it is necessary for us to make a call to secure a ride. However, more often than not, the parent has been delayed. This uncertainty causes anxiety in your child. If you are detained in traffic or detained for nay other reason, please call the school office so we can reassure your child.

Tiny Tots, Preschool & Kindergarten Schedule

Kindergarten 8:15 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (Full day)

Preschool 8:15 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (Mon. - Wed. - Fri.)

Tiny Tots 8:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Tues. & Thurs.)

Student Pickup Policy for Tiny Tots, Preschool, and Kindergarten

To avoid confusion at dismissal time, the following policey is in effect immediately:

No child will be released to anyone other than the parent or designated person unless a written note is sent in that morning. For safety sake, there will be no exceptions to this rule.

Consequently, please make your arrangement prior to school so that you have adequate time to write a note to the teacher.

Admission Policy

The Immaculate Conception School in Revere does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex or national origin. However, I.C. does give preference in admission to students in the following order:

1. Siblings of I.C. students.
   
   
2. Catholic children living within city boundaries.
   
   
3. Catholic children living outside city boundaries.
   
   
4. Non-Catholic children.

Goals & Objectives

In line with fulfilling its mission as well as being faithful to its philosophy, Immaculate Conception School in Revere identifies its purpose and objectives as follows:

Goal 1:

• to make the Catholic faith a viable, vital experience in the lives of student and teachers
• to open and end the school day with prayer
• to use formal and informal forms of prayer
• to employ paraliturgical services
• to stress the importance of the religion period using varied methods to learn the tenets of faith
• to identify the Eucharist as central to all Catholic experience
• to promote programs that increase the faith life of teachers and students

Goal 2:

• to imbue students with Catholic values so they can make sound moral judgements applicable to all facets of everyday life
• to teach students to know the difference between right and wrong
• to teach students to recognize the difference between judging the sin and not the sinner

Goal 3:

• to employ current methods and materials at all grade levels with consistency
• to use sequentially developed publications in all areas of academics
• to apply the latest technology wherever and whenever possible
• to utilize classroom procedures to upgrade pupil participation like cooperative learning techniques
• to match learning and teaching styles insofar as possible
• to require accountability in terms of homework, projects, etc.

Goal 4:

• to install in students a sense of responsibility stemming from high self-esteem in order that they resolve conflicts in a non-violent manner
• to encourage teachers to use strategies that recognize the student and that are appropriate to grade level
• to delegate classroom responsibilities
• to allow students to determine resolutions over conflicts through adult Christian guidance.

Goal 5:

• to adhere to high standards of academics
• to work collaboratively to set and enforce high standards
• to nurture strengths of student performance through public relation activities
• to recognize weaknesses of curriculum programs through collaborative remediation efforts.

Goal 6:

• to respect cultural diversity by appreciating one's heritage
• to research the heritages present in the student population
• to publicizing the richness of each heritage in and out of school
• to promoting activities that generate appreciation and pride in one's heritage.

Goal 7:

• to promote service to others
• to identifying service needs in the Revere area
• to collectively adapting groups to service
• to determining how to service, whom to serve, and in what manner

Goal 8:

• to encourage all groups associated with the school, e.g., pastor, principal, faculty, Home and School Association, School Board, parents, etc. to work together for the benefits of the students.
• to communicate with each other
• to acquire specific responsibilities for each group,· arriving at strategies that benefit parish and school.

Accidents and Illness

It is imperative for the school to have information as to where the parents or other responsible adults can be reached in case of illness or accidents at school. This information is requested on the opening day of school. If the emergency card information should change during the school year, you must notify the office immediately.

In the event a child becomes ill or is injured at school, the school office will attempt to contact the parents and emergency names immediately. In the case of a serious accident where no one can be reached, the school office will call the proper authorities for emergency assistance and put the matter in their hands. An ambulance will only be called in a life threatening situation.

Information regarding chronic illnesses (asthma, diabetes, etc.) which might require attention during school hours must be on file in the office.

The office must be notified if a child is on any drug or if a child has a medical problem or any disability. In order for a child to take cough drops in the course of the school day, parents must send in a written note for the day on which this special permission is need.

Our staff is not permitted to dispense any type of medical treatment other than First Aid. The Principal has the authority to administer prescription medication upon the receipt of proper authorization from both the parent and physician. All medications must be kept in the office. Medication cannot be transported to and from school by the student. It will only be accepted from and returned to the parent. All over the counter medication must be administered by the parent. Children may be dismissed from class only in the company of an authorized person.

Athletic Eligibility

Students must maintain a passing grade of C(70) or better in academic and specialist areas at the time of Progress Reports, Semester Reports and satisfactory conduct and effort in order to participate in athletics.

If a student receives D or lower on his/her progress report or report card during the athletic season, he/she will be suspended from the team games but allowed to participate in one practice weekly. Also a 4 or 5 in conduct will result in the student being suspended from the team.

If a student is absent or dismissed on the day of a game, he/she will not play that afternoon or evening. Friday absences carry through the weekend. Conduct at all games must be satisfactory in order to be a member of the team. Students must show respect to all sports directors and instructors. Any form of disrespect will be subject to school disciplinary rules.

Additionally, if a student receives a formal detention, he or she will not be allowed to play the next scheduled game. Any questions pertaining to eligibility will be referred to the principal.

Honor Roll

In order to be eligible for the Honor Roll, students in Grades 6-8 must achieve all A and B grades in their academic subjects. In the areas of conduct, effort, and specialists, any grade below a 3 will result in the student being ineligible to receive honors. Students with any B- grades will not be eligible to receive honor roll distinction; however, a certificate of merit will be awarded them.

Attendance

1. No student should be absent without sufficient reason. Chapter 76 section 1 of the Massachusetts State Law states that a student should not be absent for more than seven (7) days in a six (6) month period. Students in violation of this law without proper medical excuses are reported to the Superintendent of Schools for the city in which they live and are also reported to D.S.S.
   
   
2. It is important that children be present each day that school is in session unless illness or other serious reasons prevent attendance. In case of absence, the school is to be notified prior to 10:00 a.m. Children who have been absent are required to present a form filled out by their parent to the teacher on their returning day. For grades 1 to grade 3, failure to return the absentee form will result in student remaining 15 minutes after school on the day in which they return. For grades 4-8, failure to return the absent form on the appropriate day will result in detention that day.
   
   
3. Any student absent 20 days or more during the school year will not receive promotion. The student will not have been in attendance a satisfactory number of days to fulfill the requirements of Massachusetts State Law. This policy is in effect regardless of the student's academic standing and the presence of a doctor's certificate.
   
   
4. Communicable diseases require completion of a doctor's certificate. Three (3) or more consecutive days absence requires completion of a doctor's certificate. No student will be admitted to school without the necessary documentation.
   
   
5. Children are held responsible for all materials covered in the regular class session during absence and should obtain the necessary information and materials for completion of the work missed. Upon their initial return to school students have 5 (five) school days to make up missed classwork, homework, test, and quizes. Children are responsible for meeting with their teachers to review missed assignments and to develop a schedule for completing the work.
   
   
6. Vacationing during school time is unacceptable and not allowed. Therefore, homework, classwork or tests missed due to traveling can not be made up. No teacher will assign work to be completed during this unauthorized vacation.
   
   
7. When an early dismissal is required for a specific, as well as a legitimate reason, the student must bring in the appropriate form signed by the parent or guardian. Early dismissals or late arrivals for doctor and/or dental appointments are discouraged; please try to make these times after school hours. Dismissals must be recorded on all attendance records. Any early dismissal, except an illness which necessitates a child being sent home during a school day, will result in the child not receiving perfect attendance awards.
   
   
8. In order to achieve a perfect attendance, the student will be allowed 1 excused tardy or 1 excused early dismissal per school year.
   
   
9. When a student is to be dismissed, an adult must pick up the child at the school office. The student will not be allowed to walk home during the school day. We must have written permission from the parent or guardian before we will allow a student to be dismissed to another adult. No child will be dismissed for an appointment without a completed dismissal form. Please remember that any adult listed on the student's emergency card is a person to whom you are authorizing the school to release your child in the event of a dismissal due to an illness or emergency.
   
   
10. Any dismissal prior to 11:00 a.m. is legally an absence. Dismissals on a half day are marked as absences.

1. Students are considered tardy if they are not in their class lines when the 8:15 a.m. bell rings.
   
   
2. Often tardiness is not the fault of the child, so we ask your cooperation in assisting us in getting your child(ren) to school on time.
   
   
3. Any child who is tardy must report to the office.
   
   
4. For an unexcused tardy, children in grades 1-3 will remain after school for 15 minutes with the classroom teacher on the day on which they are tardy.
   
   
5. Students in grades 4-8, for the first two unexcused tardies, will remain after school for 15 minutes with the homeroom teacher on the day on which they are tardy.
   
   
6. Three or more unexcused tardies per semester will result in detention for the students in grades 4-8.
   
   
7. Excessive tardiness will be considered disregard for school policy and may result in the student being asked to leave the school.

1. If a student is absent or dismissed the day of an after school or evening school event, he/she is not allowed to attend the function.
   
   
2. Field trips are an important part of the learning process. Permission slips for any field trip will be issued by the school office prior to the trip and must be received in the school office signed by the parents or guardian. If we do not receive the official school permission slip from your child, he/she will not be allowed to attend the trip. We will not call a parent on the dav of a field trip if we have not received the student's signed permission slip. The student will remain at the school in another classroom. By law, the school cannot let a student out of the building without signed parental permission. Lost permission slips will not be replaced, and we will not accept a written note of permission.
   
   
3. Parents who are asked to be chaperones are required to stay with the children to whom they are assigned. No student should be left out of the eyesight of the chaperone to whom he/she has been assigned. This is for legal protection of the school and the chaperone. Chaperones are asked to be aware of the rules and regulations of the school and enforce them even outside of the building.
   
   
4. All field trips and school functions are an extension of school policy. All school rules are in effect unless otherwise noted.
   
   
5. Any student who is not current with immunizations will not be allowed to participate in any field trip per the Revere Board of Health.

Lunch A (Grades 6,7 & 8) 10:50 a.m. to 11:25 a.m.

Lunch B (Grades 4,5 & K) 11:30 a.m. to 12:05 p.m.

Lunch C (Grades 1,2 & 3) 12:10 p.m. to 12:45 p.m.

1. Students should enter and leave school property in full uniform. All uniforms should be clean and pressed at all times. All shirts and blouses are to be tucked in.
   
   
2. Uniforms are worn daily with the exception of a few pre-announced special occasions.
   
   
3. If a child is not in complete uniform, a note must be sent to the homeroom teacher with an explanation. If a child comes to school out of uniform and without a note. the parents will be called to supply either a note or the uniform and the child will receive detention.
   
   
4. Tiny Tots, Preschool and Kindergarten students will wear gym uniforms at all times.
   
   
5. Full gym uniforms must be worn for Physical Education. Only IC golf shirts and sweat shirts are acceptable.
   
   
6. Girls may not wear any make-up in school. Only one small earring in each ear lobe is allowed
   
   
7. No necklaces, other than religious, are allowed on boys or girls.
   
   
8. The only jewelry allowed for male or female is a watch without an alarm Bracelets, rings, necklaces (non-religious) are not allowed as they provide a distraction for the student in class.
   
   
9. Boys may not wear any earrings nor have shaved heads, shaved lines or shapes.
   
   
10. Uniforms, sweaters, boots and lunch boxes should be clearly marked with the child's name and grade.
    
    
11. Sneakers can be worn on Gym Day, Dress Down Day, and with the uniform dress shorts. Socks must cover the ankles at all times.
    
    
12. Shoes-sensible (no boots, sandals, clogs, platforms or heels). No silver, gold or white shoes will be allowed. All shoes should be flat with rubber heels.
    
    
13. No printed T-shirts under school shirt.
    
    
14. Body piercing is not allowed. No tattoos, stick on or otherwise.
    
    
15. Only clear nail polish is permitted. No fake nails, acrylic, enhancements or nail tips allowed.
    
    
16. No hair coloring is permitted on either girls or boys. Only natural colored hair extensions are allowed for girls.
    
    
17. Because of allergic reactions, no perfumes, colognes, or sented lotions should be applied.
    
    
18. All Collegiate House purchases must be from the I.C. approved list.
    
    

• Gym uniform navy sweatshirt with school logo.
  
  
• Gym uniform navy sweatpants.
  
  
• Light blue school golf shirt.
  
  
• No light up sneakers.
  
  
• Optional (beginning of school to Nov 1 & May 1st to close of school):
  
  
• Navy Gym sweat shorts
  
  
• Plain white athletic socks.
  
  
• Collarless gym shirts.
  
  
• Any of the following white or navy sneakers are acceptable:
  
  

Velcro sneakers



Flat laced sneakers



Zipper sneakers



Slip on sneakers

• School skirts must be of appropriate length (no higher than one inch above the knee).
  
  
• White uniform blouse
  
  
• Jumper for grades 1-5
  
  
• Skirt and vest for grade 6-8
  
  
• *Dress shoes In navy, black, brown, gray or burgundy (no boots, sandals, clogs, heels or platforms).
  
  
• Navy Blue Uniform Sweaters or school sweatshirts only.
  
  
• Navy uniform pants (optional Nov. 1 to May 1)
  
  
  1. Must be worn with a belt, a white uniform blouse, and one of the following: uniform fabric vest, uniform sweater vest or one of the uniform sweaters. Or
     
     
  2. Must be worn with a belt and blue polo school shirt.

• Navy blue knee socks or navy blue tights may be worn year round.
  
  
• School uniform dress shorts and school golf shirts with logo are optional from the beginning of school to Nov. 1 and May 1 to the end of school. These must be worn with a belt and plain white athletic socks (socks must cover the ankle bone) and white or black canvas or leather low cut sneakers. (No high tops, platforms or lights.)
  
  
• For the girls the school polo shirt may only be worn with the school dress pants, dress shorts, or gym shorts. The girls may also elect to wear the school vest/school sweater, blouse, with school dress pants.
  
  
• Only uniform handbags (pocketbooks) are allowed. These can be purchased from Collegiate House.
  
  

• Light blue uniform dress shirt, long or short sleeve with Navy blue tie or short/long school regulation golf shirt with Navy blue uniform dress slacks.
  
  
• All dress pants/shorts must have a belt.
  
  
• No jeans of any style.
  
  
• Dress shoes in navy, black, brown, gray or burgundy ONLY! (Construction boots, Timberland, leather sneakers, athletic shoes, Airwalks, etc. are NOT permitted with dress pants).
  
  
• Navy Blue Uniforms Sweaters or school sweatshirt only.
  
  
• Navy, black, or white dress socks only.
  
  
• No tie pins allowed.
  
  
• School Uniform Dress Shorts and School Golf Shirts with logo are optional beginning of school to Nov. 1 and May 1 to the end of school. These must be worn with plain white athletic socks (ankle must be covered) and white or black canvas or leather, low cut sneakers. (Nohightops, platforms, or lights.)
  
  

• Navy gym uniform sweat pants
  
  
• Gray school gym tee shirt.
  
  
• Navy gym sweat shirt to be worn only on gym day.
  
  
• Plain white athletic socks (ankle must be covered).
  
  
• Sneakers (low cut) white or black, no lights or platforms.
  
  

• School mesh gym shorts.
  
  

• White long or short sleeve shirt (No tee shirts).
  
  
• Black pants or skirt of appropriate length (No jeans).
  
  

1. Birth Certificate
   
   
2. Baptismal Certificate
   
   
3. Report cards, test results and a transfer card if the child enters any grade after Kindergarten.
   
   
4. A record of immunizations, boosters and possible illnesses or allergies.
   
   

1. Failure to listen to teachers
   
   
2. Frequent acts of disobedience or disrespect
   
   
3. Continual disregard for dress code
   
   
4. Chewing gum at any time on the school premises
   
   
5. Frequent tardiness to school or class
   
   
6. Leaving school premises without Principal's permission
   
   
7. Vandalism to books, equipment, buildings and grounds, or theft
   
   
8. Making Threats/ Fighting / Swearing
   
   
9. Possession of a weapon, alcohol, drugs, or smoking of any substance. This example is a listing of more serious offenses, and if found to exist would automatically initiate expulsion procedures.
   
   
10. Throwing anything at people, vehicles or school property
    
    
11. Any type of disturbance on a bus endangering the safety of others.
    
    

1. No Cell Phones
   
   
2. No Beepers/Pagers
   
   
3. No portable or hand-held radio headsets, CD players, or portable stereo headphones.
   
   
4. Game Boys, or other electronic games.
   
   
5. No electric/electronic Equipment of any kind.
   
   

Step 1. Child and parent discuss problem/question. if no solution...

Step 2. Parent calls to arrange a meeting with the teacher involved. if more information is needed...

Step 3. Parent, teacher, and student have a meeting. if more information is needed...

Step 4. Parent sets up an appointment with the principal. Then...

Step 5. Parent, teacher, student, and principal meet.

First Infraction:

Disciplinary alert to parents.

Second Infraction:

Detention.

Third Infraction:

Suspension from specialist class for 2 periods. Student will not be allowed to make up work. Parents are responsible for this class time.

Fourth Infraction:

Permanent removal from class for remainder of school year.Parents are responsible for this class time.

1. Threatening a student or teacher
   
   
2. Disrespect/sexual harassment to any adult or student
   
   
3. Fighting (verbal or physical)
   
   
4. Foul language
   
   
5. Vandalism (student will also be responsible for any repair or replacement costs of damaged item)
   
   
6. Truancy
   
   
7. Tardiness
   
   
8. Drinking and/or drugs
   
   
9. Possession of weapons
   
   
10. Smoking
    
    
11. Unacceptable classroom/lunch/recess behavior
    
    
12. Improper uniform (including gym uniform)
    
    
13. Gum chewing
    
    
14. Disobedience
    
    
15. Failure to complete homework assignments
    
    
16. Spitting
    
    
17. Any acts inconsistent with the philosophy and mission of Immaculate Conception School
    
    
18. Possession of lewd or suggestive material
    
    
19. ANY THREATS INVOLVING GUNS OR KNIVES WILL BE HANDLED ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS BY THE PRINCIPAL.
    
    

1. Verbal Warning
   
   
2. Detention and Parent/Parent Conference
   
   
3. Suspension for 5 days.
   
   
4. Principal/Pastor/Parent Conference with expulsion an option at discretion of Principal and Pastor
   
   

1. Suspension for 5 days
   
   
2. Principal/Pastor/Parent Conference with expulsion an option at discretion of Principal and Pastor
   
   

1. Principal/Pastor/Parent Conference with expulsion an option at discretion of Principal and Pastor
   
   

1. Children are not permitted to use the phone except in emergencies, and with the permission of the Principal or secretary.
   
   
2. Read all notices that are sent home. This is an important means of communication. WE WILL ADHERE TO DEADLINES! There will be no extensions or exceptions.
   
   
3. No walkmans, beepers, cell phones, electronic toys of any kind, laser pointers, CD players, electronic organizers, or tape recorders, allowed.
   
   
4. During the school year the children will be photographed and/or videotaped on different occasions as part of school promotional material.
   
   
5. The Immaculate Conception School and school yard are smoke free.
   
   

1. Name and grade of child
   
   
2. Reason for transfer
   
   
3. Name and new address of the school your child will attend, including zip code
   
   
4. Last date your child will attend this school
   
   
5. Release of Records Form must be signed
   
   

1. All text and library books have been returned
   
   
2. All bills are paid to date
   
   

1. School Volunteer: A member of each family must volunteer for at least one school activity. Volunteer opportunities will be offerd to each family at the annual Back to School Night in September. Any family which does not participate will be assessed a $200.00 activity fee. Failure to meet this obligation by the close of the school year will result in the outstanding balance being added to the next year's tuition.
   
   
2. Money Calendar Raffle: Each family is required to purchase (10) ten $10.00 raffle money calendars for a total of $100.00 during the months of October and November. The child(ren) of any family not fulfilling their fundraising commitment by the set date will not be able to participate in extra curricular activities, including field trips, until the commitment is met. Failure to meet this obligation by the close of the school year will result in the outstanding balance being added to the next year's tuition.
   
   
3. Pot of Gold Ticket: Each family is required to purchase (1) one Pot of Gold raffle ticket ($100.00) during the monts of February and March. The child(ren) of any family not fulfilling their fundraising commitment by the set date will not be able to participate in extra curricular activities, including field trips, until the commitment is met. Failure to meet this obligation by the close of the school year will result in the outstanding balance being added to the next year's tuition.
   
   
4. Bake Sale: Each grade level (1-8) is assigned a month in which each family is responsible for providing bake sale items for the Student Council bake sale. A family may elect to contribute $10.00 toward the bake sale of their child's class in lieu of providing baked items.
   
   
5. Christmas Bazaar Basket and Teacher Appreciation Day: Each family is responsible for a $10.00 donation, half of which will go toward the grade level basket for the Christmas Bazaar and the other portion as a thank you on Teacher Appreciation Day.
   
   
6. Candy Drive Each child is responsible for the purchase of one box of candy. If he/she wish to participate in the competition of the Drive, they are encouraged to do so.
   
   

1. Money should always be in an envelope with child's name, grade, purpose and amount
   
   
2. All students must use book bags and all books must be covered.
   
   
3. Show an interest in the school work your child takes home.
   
   
4. Give the child responsibility suitable to his/her age and ability.
   
   
5. Attend meetings that have to do with your child.
   
   
6. Cooperate with the school in all regulations that will assist your child.
   
   

Understanding the Assignment:

• Do you make sure you understand the assignment before you leave class?
  
• Do you make sure you understand the purpose of the assignment?
  
• Do you write the assignment in an assignment notebook?
  
  

Scheduling Time

• Do you have a definite time scheduled for each subject?
  
• Do you distribute your time so as to give adequate attention to all courses?
  
• Do you keep accurate notes of teacher suggestions and directions for doing assignments?
  
  

Finding Materials Quickly

• Do you use textbook aids efficiently, table of contents, index, chapter and section headings?
  
• Do you use the library card catalog, the Readers' Guide and other tools for locating information rapidly.
  
• Do you keep accurate notes of teacher suggestions and directions for doing assignments?
  
  

Applying Yourself to Your Work

• Do you plan your work in advance?
  
• Do you begin work promptly?
  
• Do you keep your mind on the subject and not on distractions?
  
• Do you try to develop your powers of concentration?
  
• Do you anticipate deadlines so that you will have your work done on tirne?
  
• Do you get assignments in promptly?
  
  

Providing Good Physical Conditions for Study

• Do you have a straight-back chair and a clean desk for your study?
  
• Do you regularly sit up straight yet comfortably?
  
• Do you keep the air in your study room fresh and reasonably cool.
  
• Do you have sufficient light directed over your shoulder to give you good illumination without fatiguing glare?
  
• Do you have pencils, pens, paper and other materials on hand for use?
  
  

Analyzing Study Habits

• Do you make frequent checks of your study habits to make sure you are improving?
  
• Do you work on increasing your vocabulary?
  
• Do you try to improve your reading speed and Comprehension?
  
  

The tuition Refund Policy at Immaculate Conception School is as follows:

There will be a 50% refund for tuition that has been paid in full in June, if the student withdraws before the start of the school year.

If withdrawal is before the end of the first trimester, the refund will be 25% of the paid tuition.

• To open up any bank account
  
  
• to solicit funds on behalf of the school
  
  
• to collect money on behalf of the school
  
  
• to sell products on behalf of the school
  
  
• to schedule any field trip, vacation or other accommodations
  
  
• to post on any website for any purpose including, but not limited to suport of a particular social or political agenda
  
  

1. Students will access the Internet for research only, as assigned by teachers.
   
   
2. Appropriate network and interpersonal etiquette are expected. Vulgarities, abusive language, offensive messages or pictures, and dishonestly are prohibited.
   
   
3. Academic honesty requires proper citation of sources, including electronic sources.
   
   
4. Students will notify the supervising teacher of any security problems.
   
   
5. Revealing home address, phone number or information about yourself or anyone else is prohibited.
   
   
6. E-Mails, chat rooms, instant messages are prohibited.
   
   
7. Damaging computer systems, computer networks, software will result in immediate disciplinary actions.
   
   
8. Transmission of any material protected by copyright laws and/or trespassing in another's files are prohibited.
   
   
9. Creating "home pages", employing the network for commercial purposes or advertising is prohibited.
   
   
10. Students and parents must sign the Handbook Verification form before any Internet use.