Handbook Information

STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION 

St. Rita Catholic School admits students of any race, color, or national or ethnic origin or sex. St. Rita Catholic School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, or sex in the administration of educational policies, admissions, athletics or any other school programs. 

HANDBOOK ORGANIZATION 

This Handbook contains information needed by both students and parents during the school year. The information is organized thematically. The term “parent” refers to the student’s parent or legal guardian. The information in the Handbook reflects the requirements, policies, and procedures that are in effect as of the publishing date. The school reserves the right to institute changes that alter any of the information. 

If, during the school year, a situation arises that is not addressed in the Handbook, the principal is empowered to implement procedures that support the common good of the school community. The principal is also empowered to grant exceptions to any of the requirements, procedures, or policies set forth in this Handbook. 

If any question arises as to the meaning or interpretation of any of the provisions in this Handbook, the principal shall determine such meaning or interpretation. 

Each parent and each student must sign the Student and Parent Handbook Agreement which is included in the online Magnus portal. If the Agreement is not signed by August 31, 2025, the school may require that the family withdraw the student(s) from the school. The Handbook itself is available online by August 1, 2025.

RIGHT TO AMEND

St. Rita Catholic School reserves the right to amend this Handbook at any time. Notice of amendments will be sent to parents through e-mail communication and updated on the Handbook website.