Student Pregnancy

SS 3.0

In cases of student pregnancy, the principal consults with the Canonical Representative and Superintendent and then meets with the student and parent/guardian to discuss the plan of action.

 Purpose:

• To support the pro-life values of the Catholic Church

• To provide for the continuing education of the student

 Commentary/Procedural Points:

• The plan of action considers what is best for the student; what is best for the school; (any) recommendations from the student’s doctor(s); how progress in studies is to be maintained.

• Expulsion is never considered advisable in this situation; transfer to another school may be considered appropriate.

• It is strongly recommended that the student receive formal counseling.

• If the father of the unborn child is identified as a student in a Catholic school, he also receives counseling.

June 26, 2018