Arrival and Dismissal

Arrival and Dismissal

Times for arrival and dismissal are included in the section “Daily Schedule.”

Before school, cars may drive through the driveway in front of the parish hall to drop off children. However, because of fire regulations, cars may not park in this area. For safety reasons, children may not be dropped off on Brentwood Avenue; neither may cars drive onto any grassy areas near the buildings to drop off or pick up children.

From 2:55—3:10 children may be picked up in front of the parish hall. When cars arrive for dismissal, they are asked to form a line around the parking lot. Children will be supervised as they get into the cars. Those picking up children must be listed on the Authorized Pick-Up list. Any students not picked up by 3:10 will go to After School Care and will be charged the corresponding fees for that service.

Children who walk home will be dismissed at 2:55 and are to leave the property immediately or as soon as the traffic in the parking lot has slowed down and it is safe to walk. Walkers are to follow the directions of the teachers who are supervising dismissal at the car line.

Children who ride the bus regularly will be dismissed according to the bus form filled out in the office by their parent/guardian. If a student does not ride the bus regularly, but needs to on a specific day, parents are required to call the office or send a note to the teacher.

All persons picking up children from After School Care (ASC) are asked to park in the driveway in front of school, enter the Parish Hall to sign their children out, and walk to the designated ASC area to pick up the students.

Daily Schedule

6:45Before School Care begins in parish hall; all students arriving before 7:50 go directly to parish hall (not to classrooms)

7:30All teachers on duty; teaching assistants take all PK and K students to classrooms at 7:40. After 7:40, all PK & K students go directly to classrooms.

7:50First bell; students in grades 1-8 go to classrooms

8:00All students in classrooms ready for class; tardy after 8:00

11:10-1:00Lunch Hours

11:30-3:00Extended Day for PK3 & PK4

2:55Dismissal

3:10-6:00After School Care

Cell Phones

Students may not keep cell phones with them during the school day or use them at any time from arrival at school until the time of leaving school property. If a student needs a cell phone after school due to walking home from school, entering a house where no one is home, or attending sport practices or games, he/she should bring the cell phone to the office upon arrival in the morning to park the cell phone in the off position for the day. The cell phone may be picked up by the student from the office at dismissal.

At no time during the day should a cell phone be in a student’s possession. A school official who sees a phone in a student’s belongings, or observes a student having a phone, talking on a phone or who hears a phone ringing will confiscate the phone. Phones will be kept in the office and will only be released to the parent of the student.

Girls’ Uniform and Dress Code

BlousesLight blue oxford blouses (gr. 4-8) or light blue polo blouses (gr. PK3-grade 3) with the school logo purchased from Sunshine School Uniforms. Oxford blouses may have short or long sleeves; short sleeves may not be rolled up. All buttons must be buttoned except the collar button.

SkortsGirls in Pre-K through 3rd grade wear plaid skorts purchased at Sunshine School Uniforms. (Skorts are NOT worn in grades 4-8.)

SkirtsGirls in grades 4-8 wear plaid skirts purchased at Sunshine Uniforms.

SlacksGirls in all grades may wear navy blue dress slacks purchased from Sunshine School Uniforms having the Sunshine Uniforms trademark tag.

ShortsDuring the months of August, September, October, April, May and June girls may wear navy blue dressknee-length shorts purchased from Sunshine School Uniforms.

BeltsBelts must be worn with shorts and slacks. Belts must be a standard width (1 or 1½ inches) and have a plain buckle. Belts must be of a solid color, dark blue, black or dark brown without decoration.

SweatersNavy blue cardigans, navy pullover sweaters, or a navy fleece jacket with the school logo purchased from Sunshine School Uniforms may be worn in the classrooms. Navy or maroon school sweatshirts with the The Guardian Catholic Schools logo are the only sweatshirts that may be worn in the classroom. Coats and jackets may not be worn inside the classroom. Students may wear solid-colored navy, white or gray long-sleeved t-shirts under their blouse/shirt in cold months.

Shoes, PreK & KPreK and Kindergarten students may wear tennis shoes during the day.

Shoes, Grades 1-8Students in grades 1-8 wear flat, solid black leather dress shoes that are cut below the ankleand are totally enclosed. Shoes may be tie, buckle/Velcro or slip-on. The heels of the shoes should be no higher than one inch. No athletic-type shoes are permitted; no suede, boots, sandals, tennis shoes, or high-tops.

SocksSolid navy blue or white triple roll or knee-high socks must be worn; solid navy tights without pattern or design may be worn. Leggings that stop before the ankle may not be worn. Low cut, no-show and ankle socks are not allowed;no ruffles, logos, designs, or words on socks.

P. E. UniformStudents in grades 1-3 will change to gym shoes for P.E.; no further uniform is required.

All students in grades 4-8 wear Holy Rosary gold T-shirts, maroon gym shorts, or maroon sweats in colder weather, and gym shoes. P. E. Uniforms are to be purchased at Sunshine Uniforms and each item (T-shirt/ sweatshirt and shorts) must have the The Guardian Catholic Schools logo. In cold weather all students should wear outdoor jackets over their regular PE uniform and wear sweatpants; navy or maroon sweatpants do not need to have the school logo.

Hair StylesHair must be well-groomed and should reflect the professional appearance of the uniform. Multi-colored and/or unnaturally colored hair is not permitted. Designs in the hair, Mohawks or other trends in hairstyle are not permitted. Extremes in hair styles or styles that distract from the educational process are not permitted. Plain head bands are allowed; hair bows and scarves may not be worn.

JewelryJewelry is limited to one pair of stud earrings and one 16”chain necklace which may include a small cross (no charms). Dangling earrings are not permitted. Earrings may not be worn in the upper cartilage of the ear. Rings and bracelets, including bracelet style watches, are not permitted.

Make-Up and NailsMake-up and artificial or painted nails are not permitted.

Body Art (Tattoos)Body Art (permanent or washable) is not allowed.

Dress UniformStudents are required to wear the dress uniform every Friday for Mass and on other special days that will be announced. The dress uniform includes:

light blue blouse,

plaid skirt (grades 4-8)

plaid skort (grades PK3 to grade 3)

navy socks,

black leather dress shoes

Note:Sunglasses, body piercing (including the use of tongue jewelry, wires, safety pins, paper clips, spacers, etc.), caps, bandanas, and kerchiefs are not permitted.

Boys’ Uniform and Dress Code

ShirtsLight blue button-front dress shirt with the school logo (required for dress uniform days) or light blue pullover knit shirt with collar with the school logo purchased from Sunshine School Uniforms. Shirts may have short or long sleeves; short sleeves may not be rolled up. All buttons must be buttoned except the collar button. Shirts must be fully tucked in at all times, and waist bands must be visible.

PantsNavy blue dress slacks from Sunshine School Uniforms with the Sunshine Uniforms trademark tag. Slacks must fit properly at the waist.

SweatersNavy blue cardigans, navy pullover sweaters, or a navy fleece jacket with the school logo purchased from Sunshine School Uniforms may be worn in the classrooms. Navy or maroon school sweatshirts with the Holy Rosary logo are the only sweatshirts that may be worn in the classroom. Coats and jackets may not be worn inside the classroom. Students may wear solid-colored navy, white or gray long-sleeved t-shirts under their blouse/shirt in cold months.

Shoes, PreK & KPreK and Kindergarten students may wear tennis shoes during the day.

Shoes, Grades 1-8Students in grades 1-8 wear flat, solid black, hard-soled leather dress shoes that are cut below the ankleand are totally enclosed. Shoes may be tie, buckle/velcro or slip-on. The heels of the shoes should be no higher than one inch. No athletic-type shoes are permitted; no suede, boots, sandals, tennis shoes, or high-tops.

SocksSolid navy blue or white crew socks must be worn. Low cut and no-show socks are not allowed; no logos, designs, or words on the socks.

ShortsDuring the months of August, September, October, April, May and June students may wear navy blue dress knee-length walking shorts purchased from Sunshine Uniforms with the Sunshine Uniforms tag.

P. E. UniformStudents in grades Pre-K through grade 3 will change to gym shoes for P.E.; no further uniform is required.

All students in grades 4-8 wear Holy Rosary gold T-shirts, maroon gym shorts, or maroon sweats in colder weather, and gym shoes. P. E. Uniforms are to be purchased at Sunshine Uniforms and each item (T-shirt/ sweatshirt and shorts) must have the Holy Rosary logo. In cold weather all students should wear outdoor jackets over their regular PE uniform and wear sweatpants; navy or maroon sweatpants do not need to have the school logo.

Hair StylesBoys must have a low haircut. Partially shaven, braided, or dreadlock style haircuts or multi-colored and unnaturally colored hair are not permitted. Designs in the hair, Mohawks, slope fades or other trends in hairstyle are not permitted. Extremes in hair styles or styles that distract from the educational process are not permitted.

JewelryJewelry is limited to one 16” chain necklace which may include a small cross (no charms). Earrings, rings and other jewelry are not permitted.

Body Art (Tattoos)Body Art (permanent or washable) is not allowed.

Dress UniformStudents are required to wear the dress uniform every Friday for Mass and on other important days that will be announced. The dress uniform is:

light blue, button-front oxford dress shirt (not polo),

navy slacks,

navy blue or white orlon crew socks,

black leather dress shoes.

Note:Sunglasses, body piercing (including the use of tongue jewelry), caps, bandanas, and kerchiefs are not permitted.

Casual Dress Days

On casual dress days, students may wear casual clothing that is appropriate for school; it must be clean and neat. There are to be no unacceptable sayings or advertisements for cigarettes, alcohol, gangs, or drugs. Clothing that is too revealing, too tight, too short, or too baggy is not allowed.

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