worn in school. That includes, but is not limited to, lip gloss, tinted lip balm (Chapstick,) mascara. Only clear nail polish is allowed. Tag Day On certain days children will be allowed to dress down (school uniform not required). The cost will be $1.00 per child. This money will be used to support a variety of charities. We will reinforce our commitment to develop student outreach. Please make sure to check the monthly calendar. All dress down clothing must be appropriate for a Catholic School environment. All dress down clothing is at the discretion of the Principal. Pictures The taking of pictures of any student, including cell phone pictures, by another student is strictly prohibited. Any violations of this policy will be subject to discipline at the discretion of the Principal. SAFETY PROCEDURES Security and Fire Drills The safety of the children is always of primary concern Mandatory Security and Fire Drills are each held once a month. The following rules are to be enacted with precision. When the fire bell rings, go to nearest exit. Exit the building as quickly as possible and report to designated areas as posted in each room. WALK. Never run or cause a commotion. Maintain SILENCE at all times. Remain out of the building until a second signal is given. St. Brendan School maintains an excellent relationship with the Clifton Police Department. Police officers conduct regular walk-throughs of the School. They may also periodically observe emergency drills. Medical Policy The administration of medication is discouraged during school hours. In most cases, a schedule can be devised whereby a prescribed medication (i.e., antibiotic or cold medicine) can be given before school, at 3:00 p.m., and again at bedtime. In certain circumstances, it is necessary to administer medications at school (i.e., certain medications that must be every three to four hours or on an as-needed basis such as asthma inhalers). In these cases, medications must be: Brought to school by the parent or guardian in the original container Labeled with name of child, drug identity, dosage instructions, doctor’s name and current dates for administration Accompanied by a permission form signed by physician and signed by parent/guardian.
how to respond to a suspected case of child abuse. New employees and volunteers must complete the Protecting God's Children program within one month of commencing service. Parishioners, parents and other interested persons are also welcome to attend these sessions. The following must be done for all adult volunteers and employees who have direct contact with children: Complete an application, which is kept on file. Have a signed Code of Conduct on file. Have a background check done: sign the Disclosure and Authorization form to authorize the screening. (Cost is $6.50) A letter is sent to indicate the individual passed the screening. Protecting God's Children certificate is issued and kept on file in St. Brendan School. The list of Protecting God's Children workshops can be found on the diocesan web page: STUDENT DISCIPLINE Code of Conduct Respect is the foundation of all interactions and relationships at St. Brendan School. This respect is rooted in our belief that all persons are created by God who is continually calling us to grow in faith, caring and compassion. Disrespect includes verbal, physical and emotional abuse, as defined by the Administration. Therefore, display of a disrespectful nature by a student toward a fellow student, faculty member, staff or another will be viewed as a serious violation and will result in disciplinary action. Each child is a special child in the sight of God and possesses an individual dignity. To preserve that dignity and to inculcate respect for each other, order and right conduct must be stressed. It is, therefore, necessary to have certain regulations by which children learn self-control and Regulations are revised yearly by teachers and students and a copy is given to each student. Parents are asked to review these rules with children. Grounds for suspension or expulsion– is not limited to, but can include the following: Continued and willful disobedience or disrespect Open defiance of the authority of any teacher or person having authority over students Habitual use of profane or obscene language Conduct of such character as to constitute a continuing danger to the physical well-being of other pupils Taking or attempting to take personal property or money from another pupil by means of force or threat and intimidation Willingly causing or attempting to damage to school property Any suggestion of racial or ethnic prejudice Acts of vandalism such as destruction of property Smoking Taking or possession of drugs or alcohol Truancy