Periodically, students will participate in school assemblies and liturgies as part of the school program. Students are expected to act appropriately during the assemblies and show courtesy and respect for guests. Students sit in assigned sections in the gymnasium. No food or drink is to be brought to assemblies.

Backpacks, phones, and earbuds are not allowed in the main gym for assemblies. Students are asked to leave their backpacks in their previous period classroom.

Assemblies and liturgies are an opportunity for Central Catholic to celebrate our community and show pride in our school. Ram Dress is required at all school liturgies, student recognition assemblies, rose festival assemblies, senior awards, all school conference days, and when we have guest speakers. Ram Dress is defined as the Central Catholic polo provided by the school to be worn with pants with pockets and zippers. No blue denim.

Central Catholic High School will post the required textbooks for classes each August on the website. Students will need to use the website to determine which books to purchase online. All purchases will be done outside of Central Catholic. Students have the choice of where to purchase the text required for courses. AP course textbooks are college level and are therefore more expensive.

If a student needs financial support in purchasing textbooks, they should contact the Business Office.

Classroom Supplies

Classroom supplies are not available through the bookstore. Calculator recommendations, a basic supply list, and supply lists for elective courses can be found on the Central Catholic website at centralcatholichigh.org/about/faq.html.

Regular school hours are 8:00 A.M. - 2:35 P.M. On a late start day, school hours are 9:15 A.M. - 2:35 P.M. The school day begins when the student enters the building. Students are not allowed to leave the building until the end of the school day without permission from parents or guardians and the attendance associate in the main office. All students must exit and enter through the main doors during regular school hours. Building hours are 6:30 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Students must exit the building by 4:00 P.M. or they must be in the supervised cafeteria area waiting for their ride or after school activity to begin.

All student announcements are to be approved by an appropriate faculty member and submitted to the Main Office and the Director of Student Activities and Class Council a day prior to publication of the Daily Bulletin. Announcements are restricted to school related activities or events. Announcements are read daily.

The main office should be notified immediately of any change of name, address, phone number, or email. This is essential to keep school records and mailing lists accurate and to enable the school to contact parents or guardians in the case of an emergency.

Names and Student Records

The student’s legal name will be maintained on all legal documents, including transcripts, diplomas, registration, enrollment, standardized testing, academic accommodation plans, and student cumulative files.

Nicknames, preferred names, and name changes, such as using a legal middle name in place of a legal first name, are only considered with the submission of a parental permission form to the student's counselor and can be used for but are not limited to, school photos, after-school programs, lunch lines, attendance, grade books, school-home communication, summons to office, yearbook, student ID, text distribution, assignment of IT accounts, and PA announcements.

Any change to how a legal name is read at graduation and/or printed in the graduation program must have the express permission of the student’s parents or legal guardian.

See Appendix 4 for guidance for students needing support in regard to gender.

Students are to be in their assigned class during the entire class period. Students must have a hall pass to use the restroom one at a time after the first 20 minutes of class and must use the bathroom before the last 10 minutes of class (20/10 Rule). If a student is leaving a classroom, they will sign out on the board with name and time out. 

Students must have a designated pass to see a counselor, program director, or administrator. Vending machine use should not occur during class time. If a break snack is needed go to the main office.

The school has the right to intervene with writings and postings on internet blogs, emails, text messages, Instagram pictures, Snapchat, etc. that contain harassing, threatening, racist, or hateful statements or references to illegal activities. It is inappropriate for students or parents to use the Central Catholic name, logo, post pictures of Central Catholic faculty, staff, or other students, or make derogatory comments about faculty, staff, or other students.

Dances are for Central Catholic students and invited guests. All participants are expected to observe Central Catholic’s policies and procedures. Inappropriate sexual dancing will not be allowed at Central Catholic High School. Students who choose to dance in this manner will be removed from the dance without warning, and parents will be notified. There will be no refunds for students removed from dances.

Each Central Catholic student may invite no more than one guest, and guests must not be over twenty years of age. The Central Catholic student and family assume responsibility for their invited guest. Guest passes must be turned in by the set deadline to secure guest approval.

All students and guests must present a school identification or valid picture identification card upon admittance. Once students leave the dance, they may not return. When students leave the dance, they must leave the site immediately. All dances are from 8:00 P.M. to 10:30 P.M. and there will be no admission after 9:00 p.m. Central Catholic reserves the right to deny admission to any person.

Central Catholic develops critical thinkers who are the best version of themselves. We set a high standard for success and encourage students to become critical thinkers when considering time and place for different attire. Administration worked with students to form a Dress Agreement Task Force that gives students a voice to help create a mutual understanding and agreements around attire on campus. Being a college and life prep school includes preparing students to follow expectations in learning and professional environments.

Parents and students are responsible for ensuring proper dress and hygiene. We expect our students to be dressed in a way that meets the expectations of a Catholic school setting.

Considerations when thinking critically about what to wear to school:

1. Clothing should allow the student to actively engage in the life of the school.

2. Undergarments (includes sports bras and bustiers), and/or bathing suit tops will not be shown or worn as a top.

3. Shirts must have straps.

4. Clothing will be functional for walking, climbing stairs, and sitting.

5. Clothing will not be sheer or see through.

6. Clothing must cover the abdomen.

7. Bottoms will have an inseam that is four inches or longer.

8. Pants will sit on or above hips.

All of eight considerations will be met to be in alignment with the dress agreements and apply to the school day. Specific dress agreements may be designated by a particular extracurricular activity.

Additional Dress Agreements Expectations and Considerations:

1. Clothing may not depict, imply, advertise, or advocate illegal, violent, or lewd conduct, weapons, or the use of alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, or other controlled substances.

2. Clothing may not depict or imply pornography, nudity, or sexual acts or support brands that promote such practices or behaviors.

3. Clothing may not display or imply vulgar, discriminatory, or obscene language or images.

4. Clothing may not state, imply, or depict hate speech/imagery targeting groups based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious affiliation, or any other protected classification.

5. Sunglasses may not be worn inside the building.

6. Clothing and accessories that endanger student or staff safety may not be worn.

7. Apparel, jewelry, accessories, tattoos, or manner of grooming that, by virtue of its color, arrangement, trademark, or any other attribute, denotes membership in a gang that advocates illegal or disruptive behavior is prohibited.

8. Any clothing or apparel with self-applied graphics may be deemed inappropriate and is subject to approval by the Dean of Student Management.

Faculty and staff will use the following guidelines when implementing dress agreements above:

• If faculty and staff feel a student is egregiously unaligned with the Dress Agreements, faculty and staff may approach the student privately in a non-judgmental and respectful way as a warning and to problem solve immediate resolution.

• Faculty and staff are to fill out a Dress Agreements Intervention Form (DAIF) through Google Forms and email it to Administration to hold the student accountable to the agreements.

Ram Dress

Central Catholic strives to provide robust opportunities in an inclusive and supportive community. We are determined to design special dress opportunities that are equitable to all shapes, sizes, and socio-economic backgrounds. Assemblies and liturgies are an opportunity for Central Catholic to celebrate our community and show pride in our school.

Ram Dress is required at all school liturgies, student recognition assemblies, Rose Festival assemblies, senior awards, all school conference days, and when we have guest speakers. Ram Dress is defined as the Central Catholic polo provided by the school to be worn with pants with pockets and zippers. No blue denim. Any sweatshirt or sweater must be Central Catholic branded if it is going to be worn over the polo.

Students will remain in Ram Dress for the duration of the day.

Accountability and Implementation of Dress Agreements and Ram Dress

• Faculty/Staff fill out a form to notify Administration when students are out of agreement. Students not in Ram Dress are sent to the main office for a polo.

• At no time is administration required to share the reporting faculty or staff members identity

• The first warning is sent directly to the student via email to give the student the opportunity to realign with the Dress Agreements and/or Ram Dress.

• If a second warning is needed, detention will be issued and an email will be sent home to notify the student and parents that the student continues to be out of alignment with Dress Agreements and/or Ram Dress.

• If a third notice is required, the student will receive two days of detention, a parent meeting will be held, and  the student will be placed on probation for one semester for not upholding community standards and expectations.

• If a fourth notice is warranted within the probation period, the student will be indefinitely suspended, and must go before a Discipline Board for failure to align with the policies of the Central Catholic Community. 

Cellular Phone Use

Cellular (cell) phones may only be used during passing periods, breaks, and lunch. All phones should be placed on silent or vibrate mode and put away in the designated lockboxes as they enter each classroom and pick them up as the bell rings. During class time, headphones may not be on the head or used in the hallways. Student usage of cell phones or headphones not in alignment with these expectations will result in confiscation and storage in the Dean’s Office for the remainder of the day.  Continued offenses will result in disciplinary action.

All phone communication with family during class time will be done in the main office or through the classroom landline. 

Due to concerns about privacy, the camera and video function on a cell phone is not to be used on school grounds without permission and are strictly prohibited for use in locker rooms and bathrooms regardless of permission. Students using the camera function on a cell phone or any function on a smart watch during exams or quizzes will be subject to an integrity violation.

(See Section 7.7)

Other Applications and Devices

Central Catholic High School recognizes the educational value of many electronic devices and therefore these devices may be used for instructional and/or educational purposes at teacher’s discretion. However, portable music devices, handheld video games (including those features on a phone) and headphones, Airpods or earpods may not be used for non-instructional or non-educational purposes and are prohibited during the school day (including lunch and passing times) unless given permission by the teacher and/ or librarian.

If a student is found using a portable music device, handheld game, and/or headphones or AirPods during the school day, the device will be confiscated and the student will meet with the Dean of Student ManagementSafety, and Security to determine outcomes.

Central Catholic High School does not assume responsibility for the loss, damage, or theft of any device brought to school.

Zoom Meetings and Video Conferencing Policies

Zoom Meetings and Video Conferencing Policies are in effect for the school year, regardless of full digital or hybrid learning. Expectations for those are outlined below:

1. Teachers will use passwords and waiting rooms that are now a default setting in all Zoom meetings. This allows teachers to screen any individual coming into the meeting.

2. Teachers will require appropriate etiquette within any video conference meeting. These protocols include:

   • Students should be awake and appropriately dressed before entering the meeting

   • Students should be prepared to learn (attentive, engaged, and active)

   • Students should have resources needed nearby (books, papers, pens, etc.)

   • Students will log in using their school email account

   • Students should have their full first and last name displayed

   • Students are expected to have the camera on and have their face visible while attending meetings unless they have communicated directly with their teacher and made other arrangements, individually, before class begins.

3. Note for teachers: Some students may need to turn off their video to preserve wireless bandwidth at their home

4. Students should be shown how to turn off their “self-view” in Zoom to help address issues of self-consciousness.

5. Video Conferences are subject to the same codes of conduct as would apply to in-person interactions, which include but are not limited to using appropriate language, conducting oneself appropriately, and dressing as one would for school.

6. Any inappropriate actions taken are subject to disciplinary procedures outlined in Section 7 of this student handbook.

Prior to any class-related field trip requiring that a student miss classes, the student is to obtain a permission slip from the teacher who is organizing the field trip. The Archdiocese Permission Form is to be filled out by the student’s parents and returned to the field trip organizer. This form will be carried on the field trip to provide emergency medical and insurance information.

Completed forms must be returned to the classroom teacher at least one school day before the event. Failure to follow this school procedure will require the student to remain at school during the field trip. Students are not allowed to transport other students.

No food or drink will be allowed in carpeted hallways, the Commons, or on Harrington Field. Food and drink are to be consumed only in the cafeteria, lower level of the school building, and in designated classrooms during lunchtime meetings. These areas are to be left clean and litter free, whether they are used before and after school, at lunch, or during the school day.

Gum is costly to remove from surfaces such as desks and carpet. It is not sanitary to place chewed gum where other students might accidentally touch it. Please be thoughtful and dispose of gum properly. Gum should be disposed of prior to attending all school liturgies.

Students may only use these facilities when an adult supervisor from the school is present. If a student is in one of these areas without supervision, the student is to leave the area and not use that facility until a teacher, coach, or administrator is present. A student may ask school personnel to supervise that area. If the staff member agrees, that staff member is responsible to be present at all times during use.

Due to concerns about privacy, the camera and video function on a cell phone are strictly prohibited for use in locker rooms.

All Central Catholic students are covered by insurance in case of injuries caused by accidents occurring on school premises during hours and on days when school’s regular classes are in session, including one hour immediately before and one hour immediately after regular classes, while continuously on the school premises. With the exception of tackle football, students are also covered while participating in or attending school-sponsored and directly supervised activities including interscholastic athletic activities and retreats. High school tackle football is not covered, but additional coverage is available to families for a fee. Students are also covered while traveling directly and without interruption to or from home and school for regular attendance, or home and school to participate in school-sponsored and directly supervised activities provided travel is arranged by and at the direction of the school, and while traveling in school vehicles at any time.

The library is open before and after school, at lunch, and during the entire school day. A student may come to the library from class or study hall if they have obtained a pass from the classroom teacher and have permission from the librarian. Library hours are 7:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Cell phone use without headphones is not allowed in the library at any time.

The following procedures will be implemented for school lockdown:

1. Doors will be locked.

2. No one will be permitted to enter or leave the building.

3. All faculty, staff, and students will wear a school ID at all times.

4. Lockdown will continue until the school receives an all clear signal from the emergency response team.

5. The use of cell phones is prohibited.

6. School phone lines will be kept clear so they will be available to emergency personnel.

Lockers are school property. The school is not responsible for any loss, theft, or damage to any books or other personal property. Students will be assigned a hall locker at registration. Hall lockers are not to be changed nor combinations given to other students. Padlocks are not allowed on hall lockers. Any repairs or requests concerning hall lockers should be made to the Director of Facilities. Students are highly encouraged to store their lunches, school materials, and personal belongings in their lockers.

Students taking a Physical Education class or participating in athletics will be issued a locker room locker and a padlock. Students are responsible for securing all valuables left in the locker room to prevent theft. Locker rooms are open for students enrolled in PE classes during class time, all students can access the locker rooms from 7:30 to 7:50 A.M.  and 2:35 to 2:55 P.M. on school days; outside of those times a PE teacher or athletic coach must open and supervise locker rooms.

The locker rooms will be cleared of unsecured property weekly. The property will be held for one week and then donated to local charities. There is a $10 fee for lost and not returned padlocks.

The lost and found is located in the hallway by the Student Activities Center. Students who find lost articles are asked to take them to the main office. Unclaimed articles are donated to local charities.

Central Catholic has a full service cafeteria. Food and drink may be consumed in the cafeteria, cafeteria lobby, the Memorial Gym, and courtyard. Students are not allowed on the main floor beyond the Commons and in the upstairs hallways during lunch unless they have a prearranged meeting with a teacher or are using the library.

Students are required to fill out the Prescription/Non-Prescription Self Medication form or the Self Medication agreement form in order to take any medications at school. Students should carry their prescribed inhaler, insulin, and/or epi-pen with them at all times for self-administration as needed.

All prescription medications are required to be stored in a locked location and must be administered by the main office staff who are trained in medication administration if they need to be taken during the school day. Please register all medications and file appropriate paperwork with the main office staff.

Non-prescription Medication

Nonprescription medication is defined as medication that under federal law does not require a prescription from a prescribe. Nonprescription medications are typically called “over the counter” medications and are usually commercially prepared

For a non prescribed medication to be administered at school the medication must:

1. Be necessary for the student to remain in school

2. Be in the original manufacturer’s container

3. Have signed permission from the parent/guardian (Students may sign for themselves without parental consent or disclosure at the appropriate age per ORS 109.610-109.695)

4. Have written instructions on medication dose, frequency, and route by parent/guardian 

5. The dosage requested must be consistent with the manufacturer’s guidelines and age-appropriate

Student Self-Medication:

A student may self-administer their own medication if:

1. They require no assistance with administration

2. They are able to demonstrate the ability, developmentally and behaviorally, to take their own medication at school

3. A self-medication agreement is on file with the following signatures: (Building administrators, Parent/guardians (or students if applicable), Prescriber or school nurses (for prescription medications) 

4. If a student is self-administering their own medication, no staff documentation is needed each time the medication is taken

The primary focus of the Office of Advancement at Central Catholic High School is to raise funds for the school to ensure a sustainable future and allow financial accessibility for families of diverse economic backgrounds. All fundraising solicitations must occur within the scope of the priorities of the school, as decided upon by the Board of Directors and the administration of Central Catholic High School. These priorities are established to ensure that our academic and co-curricular programs are both rigorous and robust, rooted in the Central Catholic tenets of equity, inclusivity, collaboration, and a Catholic worldview.

1. Groups or organizations conducting fundraising activities that benefit the students and programs at Central Catholic must obtain clearance for the fundraising activities from the Vice President of Advancement.

2. Sports teams and clubs that need funds for trips or special projects outside the constraints of the budget are to work with the Dean of Student Life or the Director of Athletics to plan for such trips or special projects in advance. Solicitations to individual parents or other school constituencies without the involvement or expressed approval of the Office of Advancement are prohibited.

The Point System has been implemented to encourage volunteerism and to provide parents and other interested constituencies with a way to convert their volunteer hours into funds for their student’s team or club. Please refer to the Central Catholic website for more information or to log your volunteer hours at centralcatholichigh.org/parents/point-system.html.

Participation in Outdoor School is open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors with a minimum period to date (semester) and cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher. Students may participate only once per semester and they must attend prior to May. If participating a second time in the same academic year, students will be required to have a minimum period to date (semester) and cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Central Catholic reserves the right to deny participation.

Propping exterior doors open is prohibited. Any student found propping a door open will be subject to disciplinary action.

To enroll in school or attend classes, a student must live in the same residence with one of their parents or legal guardians. If there is a guardianship change during the school year, families must notify the registrar as soon as possible. Exceptions to this requirement must be approved by the principal through an appeal process (see Appendix 1).

The Central Catholic community comes from all over the Metropolitan area and beyond. We take the safety of our students, families, and staff seriously and balance that with conditions in close proximity to the school. We are committed to monitoring weather forecasts closely and will reach out via email if we anticipate any adjustments to our before and after-school activities.

During periods when wintery weather is in the forecast, we encourage students to bring all textbooks and supplies home with them each day. In addition, our policy for winter weather closures is: 

• Central Catholic is closed, with no school, for the first two days of a weather event, 

• on the third and fourth days, students receive assignments each morning and complete them on their own (a-synchronous learning),

• any extension beyond day four, we switch to digital learning where classes are taught via Zoom on a schedule communicated to students and families, and

• in years where more than one weather event occurs, the above is adjusted during an additional weather closure.

You can view our short-term closure protocols in section 5.27 below

Regardless of whether the school is on a late start, closed, or online, should there be any adjustments to the school schedule, activities schedule, and/or close/cancel anything, we will share the information:

• Via text and email messages

• On our main social media accounts (@cchsrams)

• Through the news media

• Alerts from FlashAlert (view/sign up here)

If your student utilizes the Westside Shuttle, we will email you directly about changes and cancellations impacting the shuttle service. If school is delayed due to weather, or if there is an early release, there will be no Westside shuttle, and you are responsible for getting your student to (if delayed) and from (if early release) school. We know this may cause hardship, and we will do our best to communicate in a timely manner.

As always, if conditions and/or roads differ in your area of town, we encourage you to make decisions in your family's best interest.

This protocol will take effect on the first day of a temporary closure unless otherwise determined by the Central Catholic High School administration. When short-term closures are due to snow and ice, this protocol will take effect on the third and subsequent days of closure (the first two days would be actual snow days/no school).

Days three and four are asynchronous learning days. Any extension beyond day four becomes synchronous and follows the school bell schedule. The type of day (M-day, T-day, W-day, Cardinal, or Gold) will be adjusted appropriately and communicated by administration.

When will the faculty post assignments?

• Faculty must post digital assignments/instructions on Canvas by no later than 10 AM.

• Students should expect to spend up to 60 minutes per class.

• Digital assignments are required only for the courses that generally meet on the day of the closure.

When are assignments due?

• Any digital deliverables required by a teacher must be submitted by no later than 11:59 pm on the day of the deadline given by the teacher if school is still closed.

What if students are ill or do not have access to the internet? 

• If a student is ill or unable to work digitally due to a power or internet disruption, parents or guardians should call 503-235-3138 ext. 1100, email attendance@centralcatholichigh.org, or use the SchoolPass App.

• Central will mark the student’s excused absence in PowerSchool for that day. 

• Faculty should provide extensions or exemptions as needed per their usual practice regarding absences and make appropriate, reasonable accommodations for students who do not have access to electricity or the Internet at home.

What can parents/guardians do from home to support their students?

• Check email from school communications for updates.

• Create space and time during the day for students to focus on learning, recognizing digital learning counts as a school day.

• Assist students with troubleshooting any technology or learning challenges they may face.

• Encourage healthy balance, including good sleep, a healthy diet, and physical activity.

The school does not allow the use of the name “Central Catholic,” “Central Catholic Ram,” or “Central Catholic High School,” or the Central Catholic logo or brand images except by specific permission of the President, Principal or their designee. No non-school group, team, or club of any type is allowed to identify itself as “Central Catholic,” “Central Catholic Ram,” or “Central Catholic High School,”  nor are those names to be printed on garments or otherwise publicly displayed in any way, including social media, except by the pre-approval, in writing, of the President, Principal or their designee

Students are responsible for school property (lockers, books, uniforms, etc.) issued to them. In addition, they are expected to respect the rights and possessions of others. Restitution is required if property is damaged, stolen, or destroyed.

Lockers, desks, and personal belongings are subject to a search at any time by school administration or teachers. This is for the protection of students and school employees. Lockers, desks, and any other storage areas at the school remain in the possession and control of the school even though they are made available or assigned for student use.

To protect the health and safety of persons and property in the school, students may not keep the following items on their persons or in their lockers: firearms, knives or other weapons, explosives, poisons, drugs, alcohol, or any materials or devices which might endanger the physical safety of persons or property. If there is a probable cause to believe that a student has a prohibited item on their person or in their locker, the Dean of Student Management, Safety, and Security will initiate a search in the presence of a second administrator.

The main office will send the Student Directory to families via email around the first week of October. It is also accessible on the Student Life Page through students’ Canvas accounts.

The school has designated the following as directory information which the school may disclose without specific consent: the student’s name, address, telephone listing, photograph, date and place of birth, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, weight and height of members of athletic teams, dates of attendance, awards received, and the most recent previous educational agency or institution attended.

A parent or guardian may elect not to have any or all of these items included in a school related directory. Notice from a parent or guardian that they do not want any or all of these types of information included must be made in writing or by email to the main office by the end of the previous school year for exclusion from the next year’s directory.

Guests are allowed only when they are prospective students seriously considering attending Central Catholic. Arrangements for prospective students to visit must be made by the visiting student’s parent or guardian with the Director of Admissions at least two school days before the visit. The Director of Admissions will issue a form that must be signed by the host student’s teachers and returned to the Director of Admissions prior to the visit. A Central Catholic student is allowed to have only one guest at a time.

School safety is of paramount importance at Central Catholic High School. Being able to identify students as well as controlling who can enter the building is vital to maintaining a safe environment. This year we will continue using HID mobile access using cellphone technology. It is imperative when entering or exiting the building that students close the door behind them, making sure they do not give access to the building to anyone not wearing a Central Catholic badge.

Students will face disciplinary action for allowing entrance to anyone not affiliated with Central Catholic.

At the beginning of the school year, students will be issued an updated Central Catholic ID card. 

Student IDs will be hung on school-issued lanyards and students are required to carry their student ID on their person during the school day and be able to present it upon request (6:30 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.). It is strongly preferred that students use their IDs when purchasing items from the cafeteria.

If a student loses their ID badge, they should see the Dean of Student Management, Safety, and Security for a replacement badge or to replace a lost or broken lanyard.

Stickers are not allowed on the student ID badge. Only school-approved lanyards are to be used.

Access entry will be allowed at the following doors from 6:30 - 8:00 A.M. (adjusted for late starts): Front entry, gym doors, PAC doors, and the pedestrian gate. After the start of school, entry will only be granted through the front doors. After school, students will have access from 2:35 - 4:00 P.M. at the front doors and 2:35 - 8:00 P.M. at the gym doors and the pedestrian gate.

Students may be given a message during the school day through the main office. Flowers and treats will not be delivered to the classroom and can be received in the main office.

Students may request copies of their transcript by obtaining a request slip from the college counseling office and turning in the completed form to the main office. Student records are kept confidential. Parents, legal guardians, and students have access to their records. You can also access the form online from the student or alumni sections.

Students assigned to a study hall during the school day are expected to maintain a quiet atmosphere conducive to study and concentration. Library passes may be used by those needing to use the library and academic support but the student is expected to remain in that area during the entire period. Absence from the appropriate study area will be considered an unexcused absence from class. Non attendance to study hall during the class day will result in ineligibility to after school activities.

Teaching assistants are expected to stay with their assigned teachers for the entire class period unless prearranged. TA’s are required to adhere to classroom and school cell phone policies and not use their phone in the hallways during classroom time.

Students and their parent(s) or guardian(s) shall be liable for all damage to school equipment or property.

All volunteers working with or around students are subject to background checks once every three years and must comply with all applicable Archdiocesan requirements including but not limited to C.A.S.E. (Creating a Safe Environment) training.

Extreme situations, for example, intimidation of school employees, interference with the effectiveness of the school, or impeding school operations, may result in asking a family to withdraw from Central Catholic.

At the End of each school year, the administration may assess some students’ continued attendance at Central Catholic. Students who have been suspended, placed on probation, or placed on review status will be evaluated. Information gathered from teachers, coaches, the Dean of Student Management, and the school counselor will be used to make a comprehensive decision on the student’s return to Central Catholic. If it is determined that a student does not meet the school’s expectations, the student will not be invited back to Central Catholic for the following year and withdrawal proceedings will be initiated.