Christ the King Catholic School is first and foremost a Catholic learning institution dedicated to the Christian education of children.

Our faculty is comprised of licensed, talented and dedicated teachers who share a common goal of facilitating students' attainment of academic, spiritual, social, and emotional growth. We strive to create and maintain an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust among staff and students so that meaningful learning can best occur.

Children are considered and instructed as individuals with unique strengths and needs. Christian values are stressed and modeled, and respect for self and others are integral aspects of a child's educational experience at Christ the King Catholic School.

Parents do not relinquish responsibility for their children's education when sending them to school, but rather share with the school. Parents are the most important educators of their children, and are the primary agents of Christian values and attitudes as well. At Christ the King Catholic School we depend on the parents' interest and involvement in their child's educational progress and welcome that involvement so that as home and school partners we can achieve our mutual goal of offering the best possible education for each and every child.

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CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT

Christ the King Catholic School teaches and follows the example of Jesus Christ our King so that our students will attain their spiritual and academic potential.

We are a family of parents, students, faculty and staff, and parish members providing a Christ-centered atmosphere that instills stewardship, respect and responsibility toward self and others, and a lifelong commitment to faith formation rooted in Catholic doctrine and prayer.
 

ABSENCES, EXCUSED AND UNEXCUSED
Students may be excused for illnesses, funerals and court appearances. Students with fevers, severe colds, coughs, contagious diseases, or other signs of illness should stay home. If a child is sent home with a fever, the child is ill and contagious. The Marion County Health Department mandates that the ill child may not return to school until he/she is "fever free" for 24 hours. We realize that this may cause an inconvenience for you but we must minimize the risk of spreading contagious diseases and protect the health of all children. If students are absent from school for any reason (excused or unexcused), they MAY NOT attend extra curricular activities (including but not limited to sports practices and games) after school.

As you know, repeated absences may cause a serious learning problem for a child. If a child is absent excessively, he/she could be retained that year. We trust you will see that your child attends school regularly.

Parents of students who must take their child out of school during the day are asked to enter the school building, meet their child at the office and sign him/her out.

Notes of excuse must be sent...

*when a student is absent or leaves school for any reason
*before or on the day of a dental or doctor's appointment
*if a child is ill and cannot go outside for recess or physical education classes
*if a child will be going home by different means than he/she normally does

Please avoid arranging medical and dental appointments during school hours whenever possible. Lost classroom time and the teacher/student interaction that results in learning cannot be regained. The medical profession will respect our requests if we make them known.

We strongly discourage parents from removing students from school for vacations. It is our practice at Christ the King Catholic School to publish our yearly calendar in advance so that all are aware of the days in which school is in session. The learning environment created in each classroom cannot be "captured" in workbook pages or other make-up work. Students need to be in attendance unless they are ill. Please contact the principal prior to making vacation plans during the school year.

If a child is absent for ANY reason, the following conditions apply:

1. Parents are asked to call the school office by 8:30 am on the morning of absence.

2. Upon returning, the student must bring a dated note explaining the reason(s) for the absence.

A doctor's note is required for any student who is absent three or more days due to illness.

3. The length of the absence will determine how much work make-up time will be provided. (Example: If a student is absent 3 days, he/she will have 3 days in which to make up the work missed).

4. If a family decides to take a vacation day while school is in session (against our recommendations) WORK MAY OR MAY NOT BE GIVEN IN ADVANCE, depending upon the circumstances and the teacher. Work can be made up upon return to school. This type of absence will be considered unexcused.

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS
Students in grades 5 – 8 are eligible to receive Academic Achievement Awards at the end of each school year. Eligibility is determined by the students’ placement on honor roll or high honors, using the earned percentage grades in the following subjects: ENGLISH, MATH, READING OR LITERATURE, RELIGION, SCIENCE, SOCIAL STUDIES, AND SPELLING OR VOCABULARY. Students earning honor roll or high honors status throughout the year will be honored at a ceremony before the close of school.
Those students who have consistently earned honors or high honor status for four years in a row will receive special recognition at the end of their eighth grade year.
NOTE: Currently, a committee is in place and researching the possibility of altering the above method of determining academic achievement. Any changes made to the current system during the course of this school
year will be clearly articulated to students and parents in a timely fashion.

ACADEMIC TESTING ADMINISTERED AT CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Students in grades 3 through 8 will take the ISTEP+ tests as required by the Indiana State Department of Education. The overall purpose of standardized testing is to improve the educational opportunities of Indiana students. Through an official review process the program has evolved a battery of tests that assess student achievement based on the proficiencies established by the Indiana Curriculum Proficiency Guide. By assessing students at grade levels 3 through 8, the test battery meets a wide variety of important information needs. Among these are tracking educational progress, determining student readiness, improving curriculum, and identifying student needs. Assessment through ISTEP+ occurs in late September and early October as mandated by the state. State supplied tests are administered during a specified period of time.

AFTER SCHOOL CARE PROGRAM
Christ the King Catholic School offers a program called "After Care" for those students whose parents work, and who would benefit from recreational activities, companionship, and optional structured study time. The program director has an assistant and high school students who help with the program. Program hours are: 2:45 to 6:00 PM on regular school days and 1:00 – 6:00 PM on early dismissal days. After Care registration forms and further information are available in the office.

ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL PROCEDURES (Please examine the map.)

Students may arrive no earlier than 7:30 am. At 7:30 am, a teacher will supervise students (on the playground, in the gym, or in the cafeteria, depending upon the weather). Parents are asked to drive along the cones and pull as far forward as possible when dropping off students. This request is made to ensure others' safety. Parents are asked NOT to use Crittenden Avenue as a drop-off point. With the traffic from the high school, safety is a major concern.

*Drop off note: Parents who bring their children inside are asked to say good-bye in the lobby. Children can walk to their classrooms on their own. This should allow them some time to get organized and prepared for their school day independently.

Car riders are dismissed at 2:45 PM. Pick up will take place from the covered walk along the west side of the Parish Community Center. At dismissal time, there is no pickup on Norwaldo or Crittenden. All cars on the playground must be in the waiting lane. There is only one pickup lane, and cars need to keep traffic flowing by constantly moving forward. Cars will be directed to pull forward to the northernmost corner of the Parish Community Center (at the main entrance to the building). Drivers will not be able to leave their cars as the flow must not be impaired. Students may enter cars from the right side only. You may not park on the parking lot. If you must come in to the school, park on Norwaldo Avenue, perpendicular to the parking lot. Dismissal is at 2:45 PM and the parking lot should be clear by 3:00 PM, so please arrive on time. The gates will be locked by 3:10 PM. Teachers will be outside to direct students and remind everyone to stay in cars to keep traffic flowing. Please inform others who may pick up your child about these procedures. Walkers must cross at corners.

Students who are not picked up by 3:10 PM will be sent to After Care and parents will be charged a minimum of the first hour rate. This ensures the safety and supervision of all students.

BEHAVIOR IN CHURCH
It is expected that students will behave reverently in church at all times. Students are to keep their hands to themselves, pay attention and not talk or make gestures at others. As in school, hats and gum chewing are forbidden. The consequences for misbehavior while in church will be assigned in accordance with our Code of Conduct for all students.

BIRTHDAYS AND SPECIAL OCCASIONS
We happily acknowledge the birthdays of all CKS students on the announcements each morning. Birthday treats are also a special part of each child’s birthday, and are always welcome in the classroom. However, in fairness to the other students, and to keep disruptions to a minimum, we ask that parents/guardians do not send balloons, flowers, or other special gifts to school for birthdays and special occasions.

CLASS PARTIES
Students in grades K to 4 may be treated to a class party during the last thirty minutes of the day on the following holidays: Halloween, Valentine’s Day, and St. Patrick’s Day. In addition, the kindergarten classes may conduct an Easter Egg Hunt with their buddy classes. All students may have Christmas parties during the last half-hour of the last day of class before Christmas break begins.

Students in grades 5 to 8 may have treats at the end of the day for Halloween, Valentine’s Day, and St. Patrick’s Day. This is left to the discretion of the homeroom teacher.

The room parents are generally in charge of arranging for class parties and/or holiday treats, with input from the classroom teacher.

COMMUNICATION BETWEEN HOME AND SCHOOL
Conferences with teachers should occur before or after school. Your ideas and concerns are very important to us, and we want you to feel welcome to call to ask for a conference. We will arrange to meet with you at a mutually convenient time.

All teachers have telephones and email access in their classrooms. These numbers are printed in the School Directory. Phones do not ring in classrooms during the school day. Voice mail messages will be answered promptly.

Please pre-arrange classroom visits with your child's teacher. Delivery of messages, lunches or books will be handled by office personnel so as to ensure uninterrupted instructional time for our students. Your cooperation is very important.

All persons entering the school building MUST enter through the main lobby and MUST report to the main office first, where you are asked to sign in and obtain a visitor’s badge. Enforcement of this regulation will result in a building in which your child and his/her instructional time are safeguarded.

Students may not leave the school property during the school day without the permission of the principal. All written excuses for doctor/dental appointments, permission for a student to leave the building for lunch, or any other such permission given by the parents must be sent to the office. Students must be signed out by a parent or adult at the time they are leaving the building, and must check in at the office upon return.

CURRICULUM
All students enrolled at Christ the King Catholic School are expected to participate in all of the educational programs that are part of the school curriculum. Our curriculum is comprised of state proficiencies as well as standards provided by the Archdiocese of Indianapolis Office of Catholic Education.

DAILY SCHOOL SCHEDULE for GRADES K (whole day) to 8
7:30 am First bell. Teacher on duty for playground/PCC supervision.

7:45 am Students may enter classrooms. Homeroom begins.

7:50 am Classes begin for all students with school announcements/prayer.

2:40 PM First dismissal bell. (walkers)

2:45 PM Final dismissal bell. (All other students)

KINDERGARTEN ½ DAY SCHEDULE:
7:50 am Classes begin for morning session students.

10:50 am Dismissal for students.
(Exit through the Crittenden Ave. doors.)

11:45 am Classes begin for afternoon session students.
(Enter through the Crittenden Ave. doors.)

2:45 PM Dismissal (w/ all other students – on parking lot)

see also our schedule page here

DAMAGE TO SCHOOL PROPERTY
Anyone damaging or destroying school property will be held responsible for replacing, fixing, or paying for the item(s). The child may be subject to suspension or expulsion.

DETENTION
Detentions are assigned in accordance with our Code of Conduct. We hold detention on Monday through Friday afternoons from 3:00–3:30 PM. Students arriving late for detention will serve a second detention on the next available school day. Students may not participate in sports practices, games, or other school-sponsored events on the day they have served a detention!

DRESS CODE
The following paragraphs provide a detailed outline of the dress code for students at Christ the King Catholic School. This dress code will be enforced by the administration and the individual classroom teachers in conjunction with their classroom discipline policies and the Code of Conduct. We know you want to support these efforts and we have confidence that you will ensure each child will be appropriately dressed for school.

In the event a student arrives at school dressed inappropriately, the parent may be called to bring a change of clothes.

The students' total appearance is very important to the image we portray at CKS. Therefore, appropriate hair styles are considered to be part of the uniform. All students are expected to have neat, clean hair. Fad styles and altered colors are not permitted. Altered colors include, but are not limited to, frosting, bleaching, streaking, dyeing, and highlighting. Judgment of acceptable styles is left to the discretion of the administration. The student and parent(s) will be notified in the event a style is deemed inappropriate. Disciplinary action, which may result in suspension and/or expulsion, will be taken if the student fails to respect this policy.

NON-UNIFORM DAYS
This is an out-of-uniform day when students may dress up or dress casually. It is important that parents review the clothing the student chooses to wear on this day to be sure it is appropriate for school. Please check that blouses and tops are modest in neckline and cover the midriff. Skirts and dresses should be long enough that girls can sit comfortably and modestly during the school day. Shirts with inappropriate pictures or words are not permitted. Non-uniform days will be at the discretion of the Principal.

JEANS DAYS
Jeans Days are exactly that – an opportunity for students to wear JEANS to school. Blue and other colored jeans are acceptable for those students who have earned this privilege by wearing the appropriate school uniform each day of the month. Jeans days are earned and not automatically the right of each student!

SPECIAL REMINDERS:
· Jeans should only be worn on assigned days.
· During cold weather, sweatshirts and sweat pants may be worn to and from school but are not permitted in the classroom (except for CKS uniform sweatshirts).
· Students may not have designs cut into their hair.
· Girls may wear headbands to hold back their hair, but not scarves or bandanas.

GIRLS’ UNIFORMS
K to 4: Plaid uniform jumper
Navy blue dress twill slacks or shorts (shorts in Aug., Sept., May, June only)
Plain navy corduroy slacks (Nov. to March only)
Plain white Peter Pan blouse, polo shirt (short or long sleeved ) OR
Plain white turtleneck, or mock turtleneck
Monogrammed navy (CKS) cardigan or V-neck sweater (uniform co. only)
CKS navy sweatshirt
Plain white or navy socks, or tights

5 to 8: Plaid uniform kilt or knife-pleated skirt
Navy blue dress twill slacks or shorts (shorts in Aug., Sept., May, June only)
Plain navy corduroy slacks (Nov. to March only)
Plain white polo shirt (long or short sleeved) OR
Plain white turtleneck, or mock turtleneck
Monogrammed navy (CKS) cardigan or V-neck sweater (uniform co. only)
CKS navy sweatshirt
Plain white or navy socks OR tights

6 to 8 only Schoolbelles or Artex Khaki slacks or shorts
may also choose: Hunter green or navy golf-style polo shirt (plain or with CKS logo)
 

BOYS’ UNIFORMS
K to 5: Navy dress twill slacks or shorts (shorts in Aug., Sept., May, June only)
Plain navy corduroy slacks (Nov. to March only)
Plain white polo shirts (long or short sleeved) OR
Plain white turtleneck, or mock turtleneck
Monogrammed navy (CKS) cardigan or V-neck sweater (uniform co. only)
CKS navy sweatshirt
Plain white socks
NOTE: Parents of Kindergarten boys will be well served to purchase elastic waistband pants.

6 to 8: Navy slacks or Schoolbelles or Artex Khaki slacks or shorts (shorts in Aug., Sept., May, June only)
Plain navy corduroy slacks (Nov. to March only)
Plain white, hunter green, or navy golf-style polo shirt
Plain white turtleneck, or mock turtleneck
(logos or designs other than CKS are not permitted on any shirts)
Monogrammed (CKS) navy cardigan or V-neck sweater (uniform co. only)
CKS navy sweatshirt

ALL STUDENTS
· Only sweaters from the uniform company are permitted.
· Only CKS navy sweatshirts are permitted.
· Slacks must be plain twill; cargo and painter styles are not permitted.
· Khaki slacks and shorts may only be purchased at Schoolbelles or Artex. Other brands are not uniform compliant.
· Belts MUST be worn with slacks and shorts that have belt loops. Belts may be blue, black, or brown.
· Shorts may be worn in August, September, May, and June.
· Socks must be worn at all times. Socks must be “anklets”, not “footies.” Socks must be clearly visible.
· Tennis shoes are strongly encouraged. Loafers and low-heeled shoes (I inch or less) are acceptable. Students are not permitted to wear clogs or sandals, or shoes with large or high heels/platforms. Protective boots may be worn to and from school on days with inclement weather, but should not be worn throughout the school day.
· Girls’ skirt/jumper length may be no shorter than 2-3 inches above the top of the kneecap.
· Oversized garments will NOT be permitted.
· Sagging is NOT acceptable.
· Shirts and blouses must remain tucked in at all times.
· Make-up of any kind is not permitted at school or school-sponsored functions and events.
· For the safety of all students, dangling earrings are not permitted. Only studs may be worn.
· Students’ hair must be clean, neat, and appropriately styled at all times.
· Jewelry should be modest and appropriate in nature, and will be limited to finger rings, earrings, necklaces, and watches.
· Only clear nail polish is acceptable.

PE UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS: PE T-shirt purchased through CKS, black shorts and/or black sweatpants, gym shoes with non-marking soles, good tread and a good fit, and socks are required to be in uniform for PE. Slip-on shoes are not allowed. Students in grades 4-8 will change clothes as part of their PE period. They need to come to school in school uniform. Students in grades K-3 will not have PE uniforms. They too will come in school uniform and will participate in PE class in school uniform. As a safety precaution, students will need to remove jewelry prior to class.

Please note: Anything deemed inappropriate is left to the discretion of the administration. Parents will be notified when an infraction of the uniform code is made by their child.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES AT CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Extra curricular offerings at CKS include:
Academic Olympics (gr. 7 & 8) Altar Servers CYO Sports: Baseball
Band (Gr. 5-8) Boy Scouts Basketball
Brownies Cheerleading Cross Country
Children’s Choir Cub Scouts Football
Girl Scouts Spelling Bee (annual) Kickball
Science Fair (7th grade) Student Council Track & Field
Geography Bee Volleyball

FIELD TRIPS
Class field trips will be conducted at various times during the school year. No student may participate without a signed permit from the parent/guardian. Parents are urged to volunteer their services when asked to drive or chaperone these trips. According to guidelines from the National Catholic Educational Association and the Office of Catholic Education, parents who plan to chaperone may not bring younger siblings along on the field trip. Parents who wish to accompany their child on a field trip may not act in the role of a chaperone if they plan to have siblings attend.

Parents who wish to volunteer as drivers (when needed) will be required to provide proof of auto insurance and a copy of their valid driver’s license. This is for the protection of the driver as well as the children being transported. Chartered bus service will be utilized on field trips whenever feasible. Otherwise, parents will be called upon to volunteer as drivers.

GRADES
Report cards are issued every nine weeks, and progress reports (interim reports) are sent at midterm. Monthly calendars will indicate progress report and report card intervals.

Christ the King's grading scale is based on that of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, and each student receives a performance and effort grade in those subjects he/she is taught.

Special Area Teachers (Art, Music, Library, Computers & P.E.) will issue grades every quarter unless students are on a nine-week rotation in those courses.

GRADING SCALE
Christ the King Catholic School uses the grading scale provided by the Archdiocese of Indianapolis. The scale is broken down as follows:
95 to 100% = A
86 to 94% = B
76 to 85% = C
70 to 75% = D
69% or below = F

In some cases, particularly in the lower grades, the following scale may be used:
O = Outstanding achievement
S = Satisfactory achievement
U = Unsatisfactory achievement

HEALTH POLICY
Administration of Medication: Students who need to take medication MUST BRING that medication, clearly marked with the following information:

1. Student's full name
2. The name of the medication
3. Instructions as to the amount to be taken, when, and for how long (for example - one week)

A signed medical release statement must be on file in the school office before any medication can be administered. This includes over-the-counter and prescription medications, which must come to school in the original container.

If your child is prone to headaches, please send in aspirin, Tylenol, etc., clearly marked with his/her name and medication and instructions for administering it. We CANNOT provide aspirin according to state law.

Medication may only be administered in the school office by authorized personnel or approved parent volunteers.

HEALTH RECORDS
All elementary school children are required to be immunized against diphtheria, mumps, whooping cough, tetanus, measles, rubella and poliomyelitis, and chicken pox. No child will be permitted to attend school for more than thirty days beyond the date of his/her enrollment unless he/she is either (a) fully immunized or (b) has begun his/her immunizations and produced a schedule for the completion, (c) or a waiver against immunization for religious reasons is filed.

HEALTH SERVICES
The Marion County Board of Health assigns us a nurse to call for consultation.

Audio-meter tests are administered to children in grades 1, 4, and 7. Vision tests are given in grades 1, 3, and 8. Other students are tested if requested by teacher or parents; students who are new to CKS are tested as well.

Scoliosis screenings are provided each year for students in grades 5 and 7.

HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS
Information about scholarships is provided to parents of 8th graders by the 8th grade teachers. Students wishing to be considered for scholarships are asked to write a short essay (1/2 to 1 page) about why they should be considered for a scholarship and for which scholarship(s) they are interested.

HOMEWORK
Homework consists of daily assignments which are an extension of the learning process that has taken place at school. It may be assigned for the purpose of review or enrichment. A typical day's homework would normally not exceed:

Grades 1 & 2........ 20-30 minutes
Grade 3 & 4..........30-45 minutes
Grades 5, 6…........45-60 minutes
Grades 7 & 8.........60-90 minutes

If your child FREQUENTLY takes longer than the time indicated above, you should check with the teacher to see if there is a problem.

If your child has been absent for a day or two because of illness, his/her assignments will be given to him/her upon returning to school. If there is a prolonged illness or injury, parents should make arrangements with the teacher in regard to assignments.

HONOR ROLL
All students in grades 5 through 8 are eligible for High Honor Roll or Honor Roll if they achieve a 95-100% overall average in the core subjects (High Honors) or a 90-94% overall average in the core subjects (Honors), and if they maintain a B or higher in conduct. The core subjects consist of ENGLISH, READING/LITERATURE, SPELLING/VOCABULARY, MATH, SCIENCE, SOCIAL STUDIES, AND RELIGION.

INCOMPLETE GRADES
Incomplete grades will be noted on the report card and permanent records with an “I” until the required components have been completed, accepted by the teacher, and appropriately assessed. The allotted time for completion of the coursework is left to the discretion of the teacher and the administration. The teacher, however, is under no obligation to accept late or missing work after the grading period has ended. In such cases, the incomplete will remain on the permanent record.

LITURGIES
Students go to Mass at 8:30 AM on Wednesday each week (all-school Mass). Special liturgies may be celebrated on Holy Days of Obligation. Individual homerooms and our Student Council take turns hosting liturgies. Our students serve as cantors (song leaders) and lectors for these weekly celebrations of faith.

LOST AND FOUND
The lost and found areas are outside the Cafeteria on the lower level. Occasionally there may be items located in a container outside the office. Parents are urged to mark all items of clothing: sweaters, jackets, coats, boots, etc. At various times during the school year, all accumulated items are placed on a table in the hall so that students may claim lost items. Items not claimed are periodically donated to St. Vincent de Paul or Goodwill.

LUNCH GUIDELINES
Students in grades K-WD through 3 have a 20-minute lunch period, and grades 4-8 have a 20-minute lunch period. This is adequate time to eat a nutritious lunch packed at home, providing students remember to eat and not socialize. If a child forgets his/her lunch, we will ask that others share with him or her. Phone calls will not be permitted for forgotten lunches.

Recess follows immediately after lunch for students in Grades K to 5.

REMINDER: Students do not have access to a refrigerator or microwave at lunchtime. Spoons and forks, if needed, must be sent to school with your child.

We strongly discourage fast foods brought to school at lunchtime. Parents may choose, occasionally, to take their children out for lunch, providing notice is given at the office ahead of time.

SODA POP MAY NOT BE BROUGHT FROM HOME. Juice or water is recommended if your child does not choose milk to drink. Please do not send glass bottles or cans with your child. These items require special disposal and present safety hazards.

MEDICATION AT SCHOOL
Our office staff and/or noontime parent volunteers will administer over-the-counter or prescription medications that are provided in their original containers. A form must be completed for each medication to be dispensed. Prescription medications will only be administered in accordance with the directions on the container – per doctor’s orders. (see Health Form for more details)

PLAGIARISM
Christ the King Catholic School prohibits the practice of plagiarism in any form. Students that engage in the act of plagiarism, either from written or cyber sources, will face severe penalties with regard to grading. Students will be required to provide source citations for all types of research assignments.

PLAYGROUND DUTY: If you cannot be here on your assigned day, please call the playground coordinator as soon as possible! Parents are required to assist with playground supervision two days each school year. Our paid playground attendants will provide direction to parents who assist.

PLAYGROUND RULES
1. The children should be kind and respectful of one another in their games and activities. Fighting, name calling, pushing or shoving will not be tolerated.
2. The children should play inside the fenced-in playground area.
3. The children may not leave the playground for any reason, without permission from a playground attendant.
4. Toys brought from home are not allowed on the playground.
5. Food, candy and gum are not to be eaten during recess.
6. Tackle football and other similar "rough" games are forbidden.
7. Children should not pick up other children or play "piggy- back."
8. As a general rule, children may not re-enter the school after going out for recess; however, special exceptions may be made at the discretion of the Playground Supervisor.
9. Children should not play:
a. Too close to the school building.
b. On the steps or porch of the school.
c. Around the church or the Parish Community Center.
d. On the bicycle racks.
10. If a ball goes outside of the playground, the children should notify a playground attendant and he or she will retrieve the ball.

All students will demonstrate a respectful attitude toward parent volunteers and playground monitors. Consequences, in accordance with the Code of Conduct, will be assigned for students displaying disrespect.

PRAYERS
Prayers will be said at the beginning of school in the morning, before and after lunch, and before being dismissed in the afternoon. These prayers may be formal, spontaneous or shared prayer by the students.

PROMOTION/RETENTION OF STUDENTS
In general, children shall be placed at the grade level to which they are best adjusted academically, socially, and emotionally. The education program shall provide for the continuous progress of children from grade to grade, with children spending one year in each grade. A small number of children, however, may benefit from staying another year in the same grade. Such retention may be considered when:

1. The child is achieving significantly below ability and grade level.

2. Retention would have a reasonable chance of benefiting the child totally.

3. Retention would not cause any undue social and emotional adjustment.

Whenever such retention is being considered, but no later than the end of the first semester, the teacher shall confer with the principal and other staff members involved with the child, such as the child's special teachers and counselor. The parents shall be invited (no later than the end of the third quarter) to a meeting with the teacher, principal, and other staff members for discussion of the matter. This discussion shall consist of an explanation to the parents of their child's current academic standing in relationship to the group and his or her own individual ability. Goals will be set and another meeting will be held to review the goals and the student's progress. At this time the final decision of retention shall be made. The final decision shall be made by the principal in conjunction with the parent(s). If the principal believes the child should be retained, but the parent does not concur, the decision to not have the child return to Christ the King Catholic School rests with the principal.

RECESS
Outdoor recess periods are held each day for students in grades K to 5, weather permitting. Students have approximately twenty minutes of recess after lunch. We ask that you do not request that your child be kept in school during this time without sufficient reason. Normally, any child who cannot go outside for twenty minutes is not well enough to be in school. It sometimes happens that children who find it difficult to play with other children seek their refuge in the classroom and hence never do learn to interact with their peers.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Preeminent among the school's goals are those related to the living and teaching of religion. The textbooks we use are approved by the Archdiocesan Office of Catholic Education.

Each day our students receive thirty to forty minutes of religious instruction (depending on grade level). The material used is based on the psychological aspects of each age group as well as the ability and interest of the child at each grade level. The experiences and activities, planned along with the doctrinal teachings, are meant to provide strong foundations upon which the child can build his faith and his Christian attitudes later in life. The material used is child oriented but it can only be as good as the teachers, priests and parents who bear personal witness to Christian love, patience, understanding, knowledge, faith and trust. Through the example of these adults, the child will enjoy the rewarding experience of growing in love, trust and faith.

All students are expected to participate fully in the religious education program at CKS.

SCHOOL NEWS
Monthly calendars are sent home prior to the start of each month. Newsletters and other office notices are sent home each Tuesday in the family envelope. Envelopes should be returned to school each Wednesday morning after the contents have been removed and the appropriate line has been signed by a parent or guardian. Please help your child by ensuring that you do your part to sign and return the family envelope.

SCHOOL RECORDS
We cannot give records to parents (or any other persons) for transfer to a new school. Student records will be transferred to another school upon written request, and sent through the mail. Students' records will be transferred at such time that tuition is paid in full.

SCHOOL SECURITY IN A NATIONAL EMERGENCY
While Christ the King School has an excellent “Emergency Preparedness Plan”, it does not address potential situations like a terrorist attack or the possibility of our nation going to war.

In light of the current situations in our world, we will be caring for our students according to the following guidelines:

· IN THE EVENT OF A TERRORIST ATTACK
1. Students will be moved to the lower areas of the building, as in a tornado or severe weather alert.

2. All doors into the school will be locked, except for the door off the playground leading to the lower level (next to the porch).

3. Teachers will be responsible for their own classes. Special area teachers and office personnel will be stationed throughout the lower level to facilitate the sign-out of students.

4. Parents may come into the building via the basement door and sign out their children in the Library. Children will only be released to a parent via the sign-out. If another adult is to pick up the child, a note or phone call must be made. You may fax a message to 475-6581 or email a message to Mrs. Holtz at pholtz@cks-indy.org.

5. No parent will be permitted to take neighbor children or relatives unless that child’s parent has notified the school. This will help us ensure that all children are accounted for in the manner their parents prefer.

6. The school’s telephone tree will be put into effect to alert all families of the emergency situation. There will be a special message on the school’s phone to alert callers to the situation.

· IN THE EVENT THE NATION WOULD GO TO WAR
1. Depending upon the urgency of the situation, students could be moved to the lower areas of the building, as in a tornado or severe weather alert. See the above steps for sign-out of students.
2. If the situation is not urgent, students will remain in their classrooms with their teachers, following their usual schedules.
3. If a parent feels it is necessary, he/she may come to school and sign their children out to take them home.
4. Normal dismissal procedures will be followed.

Obviously we hope that these situations never occur. But if they should, our primary responsibility is the safety of your children. If we find ourselves in this kind of situation, your cooperation will be greatly appreciated!

SHADOWING
Our eighth grade students are afforded the opportunity to shadow at local high schools in order to allow them to make an informed decision about their choice for high school attendance. We will allow 8th graders to begin shadowing after (not during) the first quarter of school. When/if possible, students are encouraged to shadow on days when CKS is not in session. Permission to shadow must be obtained at least one week in advance of the actual shadowing date, which is arranged by the parent and the high school office. The CKS teachers must sign off on the shadowing approval form for each student. Forms are available from the homeroom teacher.

SNOW EMERGENCY
In the event of a snow emergency, Christ the King Catholic School will make its own decision. Listen for announcements on local radio stations and Channels 6, 8, 13, & 59 on TV.

SPORTS, CYO
The Archdiocesan Youth Director is responsible for setting up and directing the athletic program in the elementary schools. The rules and regulations governing this program are binding upon all schools of the Archdiocese. The Pastor, Sports Committee, and the Principal are responsible for correspondence with the Director and for enforcing the regulations.

To engage in organized athletic activities, scholastic grades on the student's report card must be satisfactory. A student must maintain a "C" average to participate in sports. (See eligibility notice.) In the Middle School, the language arts grade is a combined average of the English, literature, and vocabulary grades.

**NOTICE TO STUDENTS REGARDING ELIGIBILITY TO PLAY CKS SPORTS
In order to be eligible to play a sport for Christ the King, you must maintain at least an overall C average in the "core" subjects for your grade level, excluding art, music, and physical education.

On the day that report cards are issued (or progress reports during the first quarter), if you do not have an overall C average, you are no longer eligible to participate in your sport. You and your parents will also receive a letter from the Principal, and your coach will also be notified. That means that you cannot attend practice, play the games, nor attend any extra-curricular activities of the team. You also must turn in your uniform to your coach within one week. Your deposit will not be refunded until the end of the season.

If your next progress report or report card shows that you have risen to a C average, you can be reinstated to the team with written notice from the Principal. Please go to the school office as soon as possible after you receive your progress report or report card to receive your written note to give to your coach.

Your coach has received a copy of the guidelines. Your coach, the Sports Committee, and our Principal want your sporting activities with Christ the King to be the best they can be, but we also believe the most important thing is your education.

If at any time during the season you think your grades are falling, and that you may become ineligible, please talk to your coach. Maybe some extra help with your studies or some other arrangements can be made with your teacher to help your grades. We want you to succeed, but we need your help!

NOTE: IF A STUDENT SERVES A DETENTION OR AN IN-SCHOOL SUSPENSION, (S)HE MAY NOT PARTICIPATE IN SPORTS PRACTICE OR COMPETITION UNTIL (S)HE HAS COMPLETED A DAY OF SCHOOL FOLLOWING THE DETENTION OR SUSPENSION.

NOTE: Currently, a committee is in place and researching the need to alter the above mentioned athletic eligibility criteria. Any changes made to the current system during the course of this school year will be clearly articulated to students, parents, and coaches in a timely fashion.

SPECIAL SERVICES
A social worker from Catholic Social Services is with us on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Parents are encouraged to contact our social worker any time they feel assistance is needed in dealing with specific problems regarding their child(ren), or family matters that may affect their child’s performance at school. Children in grades K to 5 need parental permission to be seen by the social worker; in grades 6 to 8, students may self-refer for services.

SUSPENSION
All children are expected to abide by the regulations, and conduct themselves appropriately.

A) Foul language, defiance to teachers, refusal to work, not complying with dress code, constant talking, truancy, annoying or disturbing other students, fighting, incidents deemed to be of a serious nature, etc., are possible causes for in-school suspension. Parents will be informed of continuous misconduct. If the problem persists, suspension may follow.

B) Parents will be called and automatic suspension from school will be in effect for smoking on the school premises, the possession of, passing of, or use of cigarettes, drugs or alcohol on school premises or at any school-sponsored or school-related function; possession of a knife or other item that could cause injury, and any other incident deemed to be of serious nature by the principal. Illegal use or possession of drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or firearms will be reported to appropriate law enforcement agencies.

In accordance with our policy pertaining to the use and/or possession of drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or firearms, students who are suspended may face expulsion pending investigation of the situation.

Students may not participate in any school-related extra-curricular activities (including, but not limited to, sports practices and/or games) on the day(s) of suspension.

TARDY ARRIVAL
Students who arrive after the 7:50am bell must stop at the office to receive a tardy slip. We begin prayer and make morning announcements at 7:50am, and it is important that your child be here before that time to prepare for the day. Habits formed in childhood will be with us through adulthood. Our hope is that good habits are being formed now through prompt arrival daily at school. If your child frequently is tardy, you will hear from us.

We follow and enforce the State’s attendance guidelines closely. Repeated tardies and absences will be documented and action will be taken according to Indiana State Law on Compulsory Attendance.

TEXTBOOKS
A fine is imposed for any damaging or writing in the rental books. At the start of each school year, the condition of our books is assessed and noted. This procedure occurs again at the end of the year, when damage is noted and fines are imposed. If a book is completely damaged or lost, the cost to replace the book must be paid by the student. Textbooks must be covered at all times. It is the responsibility of each student to ensure that his/her books remain covered throughout the school year. Library book fines will also be imposed on those who do not return books promptly. Report cards will be withheld until book fines are paid.

TUITION SCHEDULE
CKS uses the F.A.C.T.S. Tuition Management System. Tuition may be paid in full prior to the start of school, or it will be automatically deducted from your checking account on either the 5th or the 20th of the month.

Report cards are distributed for students whose tuition and fees are current. Students may not be registered for the next school year until all tuition and fees are current.

VISITORS
All persons entering the school building MUST enter through the main lobby and MUST obtain a visitor’s badge. Enforcement of this regulation will result in a building in which your child and his/her instructional time are safeguarded.

Please prearrange classroom visits with your child’s teacher. Delivery of messages, lunches or books will be handled by office personnel so as to ensure uninterrupted instructional time for our students. Your cooperation is very important.

VOLUNTEERS
Parents are welcome (and needed) to volunteer their services in several areas including, but not limited to, the Library Media Center (LMC), the Computer Lab, and as room parents and teachers' aides.

CKS has a Volunteer Corps that assists teachers and staff by completing needed tasks during the school day. These volunteers are scheduled to work for a short period on one day each week.

Many volunteer opportunities arise throughout the school year. Watch for “help wanted” notices in the weekly parent newsletter. Parents, we appreciate your involvement, input, and support.

SCHOOL YEAR CALENDAR 2004-2005