Admittance

The Admissions Committee, headed by the Principal and school’s Registrar, administers registration.  It is the purpose of this committee to be in charge of registration and to review new student applications.  Completed applications for grades K-8 will be dated at the time of receipt.  Limits on class size have been established for each grade.  Information on the process that is followed by the Admissions Committee in accepting new students is available in the school office.

For a family who withdraws a student from St. John School and wishes to reenter the child, the student’s application and status shall be evaluated on an individual basis.

A student is formally admitted only after appropriate placement tests have been administered and proved satisfactory, a faculty interview has taken place, and all required school(s) records have been received and evaluated.  Parents must make a written request to former schools to send St. John School a copy of their child’s records, cum file, before admittance. 

Attendance

a.   Absences

Excused absences include student illness or death in the immediate family.  All other absences are Unexcused.  This includes student absences for planned vacation days on scheduled days in the school year.  Teachers are not required to assign homework, accept homework, or give make-up test to a student who has unexcused absences.  Arizona Law 15-802 states that 18 days absent could result in retention.  A student who is considered to be a habitual truant may be subject to dismissal. 

b.   Illness:

1.   Parent must telephone the school office each day your child is home ill.  If the absence will be three days or more, follow the procedure for extended absences.  Be prepared to tell the office the reason for the absence and the homeroom of the child.  If you do not notify the office by 9:30 a.m., the absence is unexcused. 

2.   If a contagious disease causes the absence, parent must notify the school office as soon as the disease is diagnosed.       

3.   If absence is due to medical appointments, a note must be brought from that doctor’s  office to be counted as an excused absence.

4.    A child who becomes ill or is injured during the school day will be sent to the school office.  The parents will be notified if it is necessary to send a child home.

5.   In the event the child needs to be sent home, he/she needs a notice from the school office stating he/she is going home.  That notice needs to be given to the child’s teacher(s) to sign and be returned with child to the school office before the parent signs the child out.

6.   When a child returns after a lengthy illness, a note must be brought from the doctor stating that the child can return to regular activities at the school.

c.   Extended absence (3 days or more):

If the extended absence is due to illness or death in the immediate family, obtain a form from the school office to be completed, signed by the teacher(s), and returned to the office stating date of possible return.  This is an excused absence.  If the extended absence is for any other reason, obtain a form from the school office to be completed, signed by the teacher(s), and returned to the office at lease three days before the child will be out.  This is an unexcused absence.

d.   Absence from Part of a Day/ Early Dismissal:

1.   A parent must send a note explaining the reason a child will be absent for part of the school day.  The student must have the teacher(s) sign the note.

2.            Students must present the signed note to the office and the parent/guardian must Sign Out the child at the office before leaving school.

3.   When students return to school, they must Sign In at the office before returning to class.

4.   Anytime a student leaves the campus during school hours, permission must be cleared through the child’s teacher(s) and the parent must sign the child out in the School Office. 

5.   The school discourages students from leaving early unless for medical or unexpected emergencies or crisis like death in a family. 

e.   Homework Requests:

On the Third Day of a child’s absence, a parent or student may request that homework be sent home.  Calling the school office and asking that a request form be sent to the appropriate teachers do this.  Homework may be picked up in the School Office between 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.

f.    Tardy procedure

Being on time for class is a very important self-discipline skill, which teaches children to learn how to set their own schedules and time limits.  This skill will benefit them throughout their lives in whatever career they choose.  Arrival anytime after 8:00 a.m. is considered tardy.  A tardy is excused if it is a Doctor’s appointment; all other tardies will be unexcused.  The following policy has been established:

1.   Parent will accompany student to office for tardy slip.

2.       Continued excessive tardiness will result in a conference with the principal to resolve the problem in order to remain enrolled in the school.

g.   Sign In and Sign Out Procedures

The school will establish sign in and sign out procedures for all grades to increase child safety. Parents must sign in students who participate in the breakfast program in the school cafeteria.  All other students must be signed in at the child’s homeroom class at the time of arrival.  At the end of the day, students must be signed out from their classroom before they are dismissed from the teacher’s classroom. The students who participate in after school sports must also be signed out as long as they are on the school campus and in our care.  Students will not be signed out by adult whose name is not on the student’s emergency card.

Contact with Student during School Hours

·           All parents and guardians must sign in the school office during school hours.  Parents,  

        guardians, and relatives of the students may not have contact with the students at any time   

        or place on the school campus without signing in the school office.

·         If a police officer or Social Service personnel seek contact, the principal must obtain prior parental consent when the student is a minor, except if the police or Social Service direct the principal not to contact the parents.  In such cases, the school shall follow the directives of the police and Social Services.  The principal shall obtain information regarding when that will notify of the contact and the parents.  A written summary of the directives and information shall be made by the principal and placed in the school files.

·         If contact or custody is sought by anyone other than a police officer, Social Services, or a custodial parent, the principal must obtain parental consent.

·         The principal shall never allow students to be alone with anyone who is not a legal guardian or school employee, even if the visitor is a law enforcement official, Social Services worker, or a medical or counseling person not employed by the school.  This does not include persons authorized by parents or principal as part of the regular curriculum or support programs of the school, nor those in a tutorial or diagnostic position.

·         A non-custodial parent for the purpose of circumventing custody orders or visitation rights may not use the school.

·         No organization, agency, or person (excluding police officers and Social Services personnel) may be allowed to assume custody of any student on school premises during school hours or immediately before or after school, unless explicitly authorized in writing by the parent or guardian.

Custodial Parents

Recognizing the educational needs of the children and the unique circumstances related to legal custodial situations, the following requirements have been established to assist all parties concerned.

In situations where a student’s custody is legally defined, it is the responsibility of the custodial parents to provide the school office with legal documentation stipulating all custody provisions (i.e. joint vs. sole custody).  If requested in advance, custodial parents may each receive separate copies of the School Express and/or evaluations for an additional fee of $5.00 each.

In situations where one parent has sole custody, the custodial parent shall provide the school office with written and signed guidelines to be followed between the non-custodial parent and the school.  These guidelines must be reviewed and updated annually prior to the first day of classes for each school year and will remain in effect until one of the following occurs:

a.   the end of the school year,

b.   revised and/or updated in writing by the custodial parent, or

c.   a written statement is received from the custodial parent revoking the guidelines. Teammate commitments will be the responsibility of he custodial parents as designated at the time of registration.  Any changes and/or modifications must meet the requirements of the Teammate’s organization and the requirements of the commitment assigned.

Parent/Teacher conferences will be scheduled according to related school policies and guidelines.  Arrangements for parental/legal guardian attendance at the child(s) conference must be made between the custodial parents in advance.  Under no circumstances will separate conferences be held for custodial parents and/or legal guardians.  It shall be the sole responsibility of the parents/legal guardian to inform one

Discipline

Discipline at St. John School is to be considered as an aspect of moral guidance and not a form of punishment.  Evidence of discipline is a legitimate interest of the school that extends beyond the school day and beyond the school hours.   The purpose of discipline is:

a.   To provide a classroom situation conducive to learning.

b.   To promote character training, i.e., to cultivate the virtues that insure moral living and to redirect misguided behavior.

c.   To develop self discipline.

In order for a discipline program to be consistent and effective, parents and guardians are expected to support teachers and administrators.  Parents must notify the teacher or principal if they feel that the dignity of their child is not being protected or to report students who are a threat to the physical, moral, and spiritual welfare of other students and our values.

The focus of the discipline policy at St. John School follows the DISCIPLINE WITH PURPOSE philosophy.  Discipline is defined as:  “A system of rules and regulations or skills that governs the conduct of the adult and the child to allow for effective interaction so that learning can take place.”

Self-discipline involves the whole person physically, socially, spiritually, morally, intellectually and emotionally.

We all flourish when persons in the society have:

a.   A commitment to a work ethic

b.   The ability to relate to others in a cooperative manner

c.   SELF-DISCIPLINE (the ability to wait, restrain impulsiveness, delay immediate gratification of needs)

Teachers present and practice 1-15 self-discipline skills with the students to teach them the meaning of self-discipline and self-directed behavior, which empowers children to effect, change in themselves and others.  If a student becomes involved in repeated offenses, the  teacher will  work with  the individual  to help  him/her develop self-discipline by having him/her write a plan to address the problem.  If a student has written two plans in one trimester, the student will be sent to the principal’s office and a four step DISCIPLINE CYCLE will be set in motion.

In certain cases, removal from the group is necessary to protect a student and/or the learning environment of the school.  This removal is necessary when a student:

a.   is in physical or psychological danger or puts another in danger,

b.   is irrational or unreasonable, or

·         pushes beyond the limits of respect in speech or actions.

If possible, the adult who removes the child will work quickly to help the student regain self-control.  If this happens, then the two parties can continue to work together to redirect the inappropriate behavior.  If regaining control does not happen, the student will be sent to the principal’s office and the four steps DISCIPLINE CYCLE will be set in motion.  This cycle is outlined so that the process is clear and consistent for all students, parents, and staff members.

a.   Four Step Discipline Cycle

If the student is sent to the office for the first time:

STEP 1:        

·         The student will meet with the principal

·         Together they will complete the referral form.

·         The student will inform a parent of the incident by phone or note.

·         The principal will confer with the referring staff member.

·         The principal will keep the referral form on record in the office.

If the student is sent to the office a second time within a two-month period:

STEP 2:        

·         The student will again meet with the principal.

·         The student will again notify a parent by phone or note.

·         A conference with the teacher, parent, student and principal will be scheduled.

·         A contract will be drawn up listing actions that will be taken by each participant in the conference.

·         A date to review the contract will be determined.

·         The Discipline Cycle will be reviewed with the parent

If a student is sent to the principal repeatedly, or in extreme cases, the principal determines that the seriousness of the action warrants starting at Step Three:

STEP 3:        

·         The student meets with the principal.

·         The student notifies the parent that a suspension of up to three days has been imposed. 

·         The principal will determine the length and type of suspension (in-school or out-of-school).

·         A conference will be held with a parent, teacher(s), student and principal to write a plan to assist the student in developing self-control.  This plan will be monitored within specified time limits.

·         A recommendation may be made to have the family visit with a counselor or other specialist.  All school work missed during the period of suspension must be completed before the student rejoins the class.

·         A probationary time period to monitor and review progress will be set once the student is  ready to return to class.

Step three can be repeated as long as a student is able to demonstrate that learning from mistakes is occurring and shows a willingness to contribute to a positive learning environment.

When little or no change is evident and school personnel have exhausted all available means to affect change, the student will move to Step Four of the cycle:

STEP 4:        

·         The principal will recommend expulsion.

·         The decision to expel a student rests with the principal and pastor.

·         If expulsion is the decision, the student’s parent will be notified in writing, the reasons for expulsion will be given, and the right to request a hearing will be explained.

·         The expulsion may be reconsidered by the principal and pastor when a written request for a special hearing is made by the parent.

       Certain serious infractions such as selling drugs, possessing weapons or demonstrating  

       severe physical or moral misconduct could result in an immediate move to Step Four.

b.      Implementation of Disciplinary Action

1.            Detention/ Loss of Privileges

·         Detention/ Loss of Privileges refers to a disciplinary action pursuant to which the student is detained at a time and place determined by the school.

·         Detention/ Loss of Privileges may be assigned in cases of minor, non-repetitive misconduct.

·         Repetitive/multiple detentions/ loss of privileges may trigger the imposition of more serious disciplinary action.

c.   Probation

1. Probation refers to the supervision and evaluation of the student’s conduct and academic progress for a specified period, because of a serious or continued misconduct or serious academic deficiency.

2.            Probation shall include an agreement in writing between or among the student, parents, and school administrator addressing the student’s misconduct, duration of probation, corrective measures to ensure compliance with applicable rules, and the consequences of any violation of the terms of the probation.  The agreement, signed by all concerned parties, will be given to the parents and a copy will be kept on file in the school office.

3.   Subject to compliance with the terms of the probation agreement, probation shall not exceed two semesters.

d.      Suspension

1.            Suspension refers to the isolation of students from some or all school activities.

2.   The student may be required to attend school, but be separated from his/her classmates (in-school, suspension).

3.            Whether in school or out-of-school, suspension shall not exceed five days, except in extraordinary circumstances. (Suspension may encompass extracurricular activities subject to school’s Handbook.)

4.            Reasonable efforts to notify parents or guardians are to be made prior to any suspension.  However, in situations in which immediate suspension is warranted, parents or guardians are to be notified as soon as is practical under the circumstances. Suspended students shall only be released to a parent or legal guardian.

5.   Parents are to be informed of the reasons and decision for the suspension.

6.   A conference must be held with the parents before the student returns to his/her classroom.

7.   A written record of the suspension, including date, reasons, and conference with the parents, should be kept on file in the school office.

8.   The suspended student is held responsible for schoolwork missed during the time of suspension.  The teachers and principal will determine credit for such work.

9.   In-School Suspension Procedure

·         The teachers discuss with the principal the need for implementing an in-school suspension.

·         The principal or designee will inform the parent(s) of the upcoming in-school suspension and the reasons for the action.

·         The day before in-school suspension begins, the student will empty his/her locker or desk of any items he/she might need during the in-school suspension time period.  Students may not return to their homeroom class during in-school suspension.

·         A suspended student must report directly to the school office on his/her first day of in-school suspension with all supplies and lunch.

·         A suspended student may not participate in after school sports during the suspension period.  The teacher will notify coaches.

·         A suspended student must leave the school campus with a parent/guardian as soon as he/she is dismissed from the office.

·         A suspended student and parent must meet with the principal and devise a plan to improve his/her behavior.

e.   Expulsion – Required Withdrawal

1.            Expulsion refers to the permanent dismissal of a student from school.

2.            Expulsion is an extreme measure to be taken only as a last resort, after all other efforts at motivation and counseling have failed, and where attendant circumstances or crimes, scandal, immorality, or disruption constitute a threat to the physical or moral welfare of other students.

3.   A record shall be kept of previous measures or remediation, counseling probation, conferences, and/or suspensions.  This documentation should include written communication between the school and the family.  In the case of serious circumstances as defined in b. above, the student shall be immediately suspended until the process has been followed.

4.   Parent shall be informed by written notice that expulsion is contemplated.

5.   A conference shall be held with the parents, student, principal, pastor, and teachers at which time the grounds for dismissal will be presented and discussed.

6.            Expulsion should be determined only after consultation with the Superintendent of Catholic Schools.  The final decision to expel a student rests with the principal, with the knowledge and consent of the pastor and Superintendent of Schools.

7. Prior to expulsion, parents ordinarily shall be given a minimum of two school days to voluntarily withdraw the student from school.  In the absence of such voluntary withdrawal, however, the student may be expelled.

8.   Once the decision has been made to expel a student, written notification of the decision must be sent to the parents and a copy forwarded to the Superintendent of Catholic Schools.

9.   The principal shall notify the parents of the Due Process Procedure of the Diocese of Tucson.

10.    The principal shall properly document all expulsion cases including grounds, evidence, record of conferences, and final notice.  Such documentation shall be maintained in a file separate and apart from the Student Permanent Record.

    11.    The Student Permanent Record shall indicate that the reason for transfer was expulsion.

Note: The following offense committed by students while under the jurisdiction of the school, on school grounds, commuting to school or at any school function, are reasons for suspensions and for expulsion:

·         Actions gravely detrimental to the moral and spiritual welfare of other students.

·         Habitual profanity or vulgarity.

·         Assault, battery or any threat, force or violence directed toward any school personnel or students.  Diocesan guidelines direct that any threat or physical violence be reported to the police.

·         Open, persistent defiance of the authority of the teacher.

·         Continued willful disobedience.

·         Use, sale or possession of narcotics, drugs, drug paraphernalia, tobacco, or alcoholic beverages on school premises.

·         Willful cutting, defacing or otherwise injuring in any way any property, real or personal, belonging to the school or to any person at the school.

·         Habitual truancy.

·         Possession of weapons or dangerous instruments in the vicinity of the school.

·         Any other activity, which constitutes a serious danger to persons or property.

f.    Student Withdrawal on Grounds of a Parental Behavior

1.            Normally, a child is not to be deprived of a Catholic education or otherwise penalized for actions of parents.  However, parents may so significantly reduce the school’s ability to effectively serve its students that the parents may be requested to remove their child/ren from the school for any of the following reasons.

·         Refusal to cooperate with school personnel;

·         Refusal to adhere to the Diocesan or local policies and regulations; or

·         Interference in matters of school administration or discipline.

2.   In such cases, reasonable effort to elicit the minimum requisite parental cooperation shall be made and documented.

3.   If such effort does not correct the situation, then after consultation with the pastor and the Superintendent of Catholic Schools, the principal may recommend to the parents that they withdraw their children.

4.            Documentation signed by the principal and parents, as well as any other information or evidence of consultation with the parents on the matter, must be retained in file.

5.   If the parents refuse to accept the recommended withdrawal, the procedures for       

       expulsions shall be followed, as previously outlined.

g.   Parents Choosing to Withdrawal Students from School

      If a family or student plans to withdraw from St. John School during the school year, the following procedure should be followed:

1.   Set up an appointment to speak with the principal or tuition advisor/registrar.

2.   Take care of all fees, fines and tuition payments

3.            Complete the exit interview given to you by the principal, tuition advisor or registrar.

Grievance/Appeals Policy

Occasionally matters may arise which will require an objective review by third parties in order to assure the maintenance of positive relationships within the school community.  To facilitate reconciliation, communication and the strengthening of the Community of Faith, the following guidelines shall be followed:

a.   Level I – Informal Procedure

1.   In any conflict, an effort shall first be made to resolve the issue in a spirit of fairness and justice by following the ordinary and regular communication channels between the people involved (i.e., conference, telephone, written communication).

2.   If the conflict cannot be resolved to the satisfaction of the parties involved, the parent or legal guardian must within 30 days of the issue, make an appointment with the principal to discuss and resolve the situation.  If the issue is with the principal, the procedure would proceed to Step 1, LEVEL II.

b.   Level II – Formal Procedure

1.   If the parent or legal guardian is not satisfied with the results of the informal conference with the principal, the parent must within five working days, file a formal written grievance to the principal.  The grievance shall clearly state the nature of the complaint and the solution sought.  Formal grievance forms will be available in the school office.

2.   The party of interest may request a conference prior to the time a decision is rendered.  The parent may discuss the grievance personally or request other representatives to accompany him/her.  The principal may also request other representative to attend the meeting.

3.   Within five working days of the receipt of the written grievance, the principal shall give a written decision to the parent or legal guardian with a copy to the grievance file.

c.   Level III – Appeals Procedure

1.   If the written decision does not resolve the issue satisfactorily, a parent or legal guardian may appeal the decision of the school principal within three working days of the LEVEL II disposition of the issue.

2.   The appeal must be submitted in writing to the pastor or his designee with the following information

·         the subject of the appeal

·         any factual data the person deems appropriate and

·         the effort that have been made to resolve the issue to date.

3.   The pastor may designate another person to read the appeal.

4.   If the pastor or designate determines that there is a legitimate cause to appeal, the principal will be asked to give written explanation of his/her decision.

5.   The pastor or designate may investigate by calling in any or all of he interested parties.

6.   Within 10 working days, after the receipt of the appeal, the pastor or designate shall prepare a written document to be given to the parent or legal guardian with a copy going to the grievance file.

7.   The decision of the pastor or designate is final and binding.

d.   Processing

1.   All documents, communications, and records shall be kept in a separate file, and shall not be  kept in the personal file of any of the participants.

2.   All meetings under this procedure shall be conducted in private and shall include only the parties of interest referred to earlier.

3.    All meetings shall be held when there is mutual agreement to the time and place.

4.    At all levels, all pertinent information shall be made available to the parent or legal  

        guardian.

·         Time limits imposed at any level may be extended by mutual consent, in writing.

6.  Failure, at any step in this procedure, to communicate decisions in writing as called for on a grievance within the specified time limits shall permit the grievance to proceed to  the next step.

7.   Failure at any step of the procedure to advance to the next level within the specified time limits shall be deemed an acceptance of the decision given at that step and there shall be no further right to appeal.

Harassment

St. John School believes in following our Lord Jesus Christ.  One-way of living out this belief is by respecting each other through our every word and action.  We are held accountable for our conduct.

a.   Abuse of Teachers

The Diocese of Tucson and St. John School policies incorporate the following Arizona Statues:

·         Arizona Statue 13-2911 (D) states that schools shall adopt rules for maintenance of public order on all property.

·         Arizona Statue 115-507 states that a person who knowingly abuses a teacher or other school employee engaged in the performance of his duties are guilty of a class 3 misdemeanor.

·         Arizona Statute 13-1204 (6) states that a person commits aggravated assault if the person commits the assault knowing or having reasons to know the victim is a teacher or other person employed by the school, and the teacher or other person employed by the school is engaged in any authorized and organized school activity whether on or off school grounds.

·         Arizona Statue 15-341 (33) states the schools report to local law enforcement any suspected crimes against persons or property and any incidents that could potentially threaten the safety or security of pupils, teacher or administrators.

b.     ST. JOHN SCHOOL DOES NOT AND WILL NOT TOLERATE HARASSMENT OF OUR

        STUDENTS relating to a student’s race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability,

        or sex.

Sexual harassment is conduct of a sexual nature that is unwanted, unwelcome, and creates a hostile, intimidating and/or offensive environment.  Sexual harassment includes but is not limited to visual, verbal and physical actions such as requests for sexual favors, unwanted touching, sexual language, notes, jokes, staring at private parts and embarrassing sexual remarks.

Violation of this policy can result in disciplinary action such as writing a disciplinary plan, making a telephone call to parents, conferencing with parents and student, suspension and expulsion.  All violations will be recorded and kept in a separate file maintained by the principal.

If your child feels harassed in any way by a student, teacher, principal or employee of this school, he/she should notify the teacher or principal immediately.  If the teacher is the accused, please notify another teacher in the school, or the Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Tucson.  A student can request an informal investigation and possible reconciliation of the issue without disciplinary measures.  A student may also make a formal written complaint by requesting a form from the office.

All complaints will be thoroughly investigated.  Every effort will be made to interview the complainant and other students within 24-48 hours.  The parent of the accused will be notified within 3 days.  If an incidence of harassment is found to have occurred by a student, the Four Step disciplinary cycle will be implemented which may include immediate suspension or expulsion.  If an incidence of harassment is found to have occurred by an employee of the school, Diocesan policies/procedures will be followed.

This school will not tolerate any retaliation against a student or employee making a complaint.  Confidentiality will be maintained as much as possible within the confines of the investigation.

If you feel that a complaint has not been handled adequately or to your satisfaction, please call the principal at 624-7409 ext. 3031 or the Pastor at 624-7409 ext. 3003.

Personal Property

All clothing, including school uniforms, P.E. uniforms, coats and sweaters, must be marked with the student’s name.  The markings should be on the garment itself, not on easily pulled tabs.  Please put first and last name on all items.

The students should not carry money unless it is necessary for that day’s school expenses.  Parents are to handle all transactions concerning tuition directly with the register’s office.

Radios, tape recorders, video games, game watches, cards (pokemon, sport, etc), toys of any kind and size, are not to be brought to school or mass.

he school cannot be held responsible for items or money that is lost, stolen, or damaged.  Please emphasize personal responsibility to your child for all items that they bring to school.  All items found or accidentally left at the school will be placed in the lost and found bin, located in cafeteria.

All school backpacks are not allowed to have wheels or handles and must be marked with the student’s name.  

Safety

a.   Child Abuse

Arizona law requires the reporting by school personnel of suspected cases of child abuse and neglect to the appropriate county department or local law enforcement agency.  The principal has on hand copies of the Diocesan Child Abuse Policy.

b.      Fire/Emergency

An emergency drill held once a month.  This drill will be one of three types:  a fire drill, an evacuation drill, or a lock down drill.  Teachers orient all students to fire drill and emergency procedures.

c.   Natural Disaster or Human-Created Disaster

In the event of a natural disaster (flood, earthquake or any other type of natural disaster) or a human-created disaster (act of terrorism, military attack on the air force base, hostage taking, etc.) the following policy will be in immediate effect:

1.   During school hours (7:00a.m. – 4:00 p.m.):

All children will be kept on the school property until a parent or a parent designate picks them up.  No child/ren will allowed to walk home, ride the bus, or ride a bicycle.  All children must be picked up as soon as possible.

2.   Outside of school hours:

Parent is to listen to the radio and/or television for directions given to Diocese of Tucson schools.  If specific directions are not given for Diocesan schools, follow directions given to all TUSD schools.  If you are in doubt about what to do or if it would create a danger or hazard to your children to be at school, KEEP THEM AT HOME. If these conditions occur, it would be sensible to not try to call the school so that the phones can be kept open for emergency purposes.

d.   School Promotion

Written permission from parents is required before a student’s name or likeness (whether still, motion pictures, audio or video tape, photograph and/or other reproduction, including voice and features with or without name) can be used for any promotional purpose whatsoever.

e.   Searches

The principal, pastor, or the Office of Catholic Schools may conduct a search of the school plant and every aperture thereof, including lockers, and desks.  School searches must be reasonable and related to the school official’s responsibilities.  Students are assigned a locker or desk, but have no proprietary right to the locker or desk.  Lockers and desks are school property.  Inspection of personal property (e.g., pockets, handbags, book bags, etc.) should not be conducted without the student’s permission.  If permission is given, the search must be made in the presence of at least two school officials.  If permission is not given, the principal or desig