Queen of Peace
Be it know to anyone who entrusts
their child to our care,
That Christ is the reason for our school--
in its classes,
The model of its faculty and
The inspiration of its students.
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QUEEN
OF PEACE
MISSION
STATEMENT
We at Queen of Peace Catholic School view educating the child as a sacred privilege. Our mission is to join with the FAMILY in a unique partnership of furthering the FAITH and intellectual potential of the child entrusted to us by providing a challenging academic environment steeped in Christ-centered Catholic values. Stressing an obligation to use and develop every bit of God-given potential within the child, we FORM children FOR THE FUTURE, ready to embrace the world in a responsible and respectful way.
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School.............................215-886-4782 Website: www.qofpeace.org
School Fax......................215-887-8328 School
Email.....principal@qofpeace.org
Rectory............................215-887-1838
The school office is open before, during and after the
regular school day. The principal may be seen by APPOINTMENT ONLY (7:30 a.m. -
3:30 p.m.)
Meetings may be arranged by notifying the individual teacher. These meetings must be held outside the school hours. Parents desiring conferences with any teacher are asked to make this request in writing so the records can be reviewed and be available at the time of the meeting. (At least 24 hours in advance.)
If a problem should arise between a pupil and a teacher,
the parent should first approach the teacher involved. Then, if need be, it
should be referred to the principal.
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ACCREDITATION
Queen of Peace is an accredited elementary school according
to the standards set forth by the Commission on Elementary Schools and the
Middle States Association.
This means that Queen of Peace School is effectively
advancing the quality of the educational experiences it offers its students and
meets its responsibility to its students, the public and the profession of
education.
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COMMUNICATION
Communication is a most essential tool at Queen of Peace School.
It is vital that we continue to share ideas between home and school in order
that our programs be effective. Your support of our policies and programs
is essential, and the mutual respect of parental and school authority is necessary.
We have great respect for you and your children, and your beliefs, and we
expect your support in teaching your children to respect all faculty and staff
members. We acknowledge the influence of adults on childproofs attitudes and
behavior--positively or negatively--and we ask your support in keeping our
school strong in mutual respect.
All communication envelopes are sent home on a weekly basis
in a large envelope. Please look for this envelope which will be carried home
by the eldest child; empty it of its contents, SIGN the envelope to assure us of your having seen it, and
return it to school on the following day. Please contact the Main Office
whenever an envelope is lost or misplaced -- the cost is $1.25.
A tentative school calendar is distributed in June for the following year. A monthly calendar of activities is available on the schoolboys website as well as being issued along with periodic newsletters. They should be kept on hand for reference.
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DAILY SCHEDULE
First Bell..........................7:50 A.M.
Students in grades K - 8 are considered late if not entering
school with their class.
Lunch
Kindergarten .................11:50 - 12:30
Grade 1..........................11:55 - 12:30
Grades 2 & 3 .................12:00 - 12:30
Grades 4 - 8...................12:30 - 1:00
Dismissal
Grades K - 8..................First Bell: 2:25 P.M. Second Bell:
2:35 P.M.
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TRANSPORTATION
Students living 1.5 miles from school and age 5 or older
receive bus transportation to and from school provided by the township in which
they reside. Students under the
age of 5 are not permitted to ride the bus according to the Township
regulations.
Students who ride bicycles to school should wear a helmet.
Students must WALK the bicycle when on school property and LOCK it securely for
the day. The school assumes no responsibility for bicycles.
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ADMISSION POLICY
Admission is open to all active members of Queen of Peace
Parish.
Catholic Students
v Membership in the Parish
v Immunization card indicating immunizations
v A Baptismal Certificate to verify the age of the
child and date of Baptism must be presented. (This is not necessary if the
child was baptized in Queen of Peace)
v Students transferring to Queen of Peace must bring
a Transfer Sipco and current report card before they will be admitted to the
school
v Birth Certificate - Children entering
Kindergarten must be Five years old by September 10th . First Grade
Students must be Six years old by September 10.
Non-Catholic
Students
v Signed Agreement to Admission Form
v Immunization
card indicating immunizations
v Birth Certificate - Children entering
Kindergarten must be Five years old by September 10. First Grade Students must
be Six years old by September 10.
Registration fee is due at the time of registration
Transfer students are required to bring a report card to
the new teacher on the first day.
Parents must agree with the regulations explained in the school handbook and are willing to comply.
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NON-DISCRIMINATORY POLICY
Our parish school admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at our school. Similar policies apply to the school staff. Our school does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in the administrations of its educational policies, its admission policies, or in any school-administered program.
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REGISTRATION
You must bring with you the following
in order for registration to be complete.
Catholic Students
1. Membership in the Parish.
2. Immunization card indicating immunizations against Polio, Diphtheria, Measles,
Mumps, German Measles, Tetanus and Hepatitis.
3. A Baptismal certificate to verify the age of the child and date of Baptism
must be presented. (This is not necessary if the child is baptized in Queen
of Peace.)
4. Students transferring to Queen of Peace must bring a transfer slip and
current report card before they will be admitted to the school.
5. Birth Certificate- Children entering kindergarten must be five years old
by September 10. First grade students must be 6six years old by September
10. (Abington residents)
Non-Catholic Students
1. Signed agreement to admission form.
2. Birth Certificate (See #5 under Catholic students)
3. Immunization card (See #2 under Catholic students)
C. Registration fee.
$110 per child
$135.00 per family
$40 for Pre-K
All students returning to Queen of Peace must re-registered
in March. Re-Registration forms are sent home by way of the oldest child in
each family. The completed forms and fees are returned to school.
RE-REGISTRATION WILL NOT TAKE EFFECT UNTIL ALL FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS HAVE BEEN
MET. Registration and Re-Registration fees are non-refundable.
The tuition is
determined by the Pastor in consultation with the Finance Committee, an
appointed board of parishioners.
Payments will be due on the 1st of each month. Monthly
tuition payments will begin with the first payment due on August 1st and the
last payment due on May 1st. All payments should be made in the tuition
envelope provided. Payments may be sent to school with your child, mailed to
the rectory, or we prefer that you drop your payment in tuition mail slot at
the front rectory door. Your check or money order copy is your receipt.
In the event of unforeseen financial difficulties, please
contact the rectory. We prefer to work with each family up front rather than
wait until tuition is in arrears.
Withdrawal or transfer prior to September 1 - All
tuition paid to date will be refunded The registration fee and lunch monitor
fees are non-refundable.
Withdrawal or transfer after September 1 - Refunds
will be pro-rated based on the day withdrawal. If a child attends class even
one day into the month, tuition is charged for the full month. The registration
and lunch monitor fees are non-refundable.
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A physical examination by a physician is required for the
following:
All incoming Kindergarten, 6th Grade children and students
coming from another state.
Dental examination for Kindergarten, 3rd, 7th Grade and
students coming from another state.
Scoliosis Exam for 6th and 7th Grade children.
All children must have an immunization certificate completed and on file at school. The State of Pennsylvania Immunization Law required the following;
DPT 4 - 4 or 5 doses last one after 4th birthday
MMR
- 1st dose after 15 mos. 2nd dose 5-6 years.
POLIO
- 3 doses required
HEPATITIS
B - 3 does required for Kindergarten
TETANUS
TOXOID- 3 or more doses
No one is to be admitted to school for even one day, unless fully immunized. If requirements are not met the child will be excluded from school until he meets the above requirement. This is a State of Pennsylvania Law.
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SPIRITUAL OBLIGATIONS
Each student is expected to attend Mass every Sunday along with his/her parents. Since this is taught and stressed in school any failure on the part of the parents to help the child fulfill this obligation will cause confusion and eventual indifference in the child's mind. This is a serious obligation, never to be taken lightly.
In school, the Eucharistic Liturgy is celebrated on the First Friday of each month. During Advent and Lent each class attends 8 woodcock mass on a selected weekday. Aside from this, liturgies or para-liturgies are held on various occasions to celebrate a particular holy day or special event.
Confessions are made available to the classes. Students are encouraged to avail themselves of the Sacrament of Reconciliation any Saturday, whenever they feel the need or desire to do so.
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FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT
Schools, upon proper notification, allow parents or legal guardians to review the chinos complete record in the presence of the principal or his delegate.
If the custodial parent can show a court order denying access to the non-custodial parent, then the school may deny access. Otherwise, the records must be made available to both parents.
Records
will be reviewed in the presence of the principal.
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RESPONSIBILITY FOR CHILDREN IS TAKEN FROM 7:45 TO 2:45
The school is not responsible for supervision of students
before or after the time stated above, and the school is not liable for any
injuries or accidents which may occur. This is required by insurance coverage
and is done for the safety of the children. Parents are advised, therefore, to
follow the times as stated above.
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CARES
The Queen of Peace CARES Program is provided for those children needing supervision before school (7 A.M.) and after school (2:35 - 6 P.M.). This program is available every school day, early dismissal days and most school holidays. The program consists of relaxation, study and recreation. Proper behavior is required. The fee is paid each week and is sent to the office in an envelope marked CARES.
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DISMISSAL PROCEDURES
Bus children are dismissed and supervised by four teachers.
Walkers are dismissed and supervised by a teachers.
Car riders are dismissed , and supervised by four teachers and crossed at North Hills Avenue by the Upper Dublin Crossing Guard.
For safety, all Car Riders should be dropped off and picked up in the Church Parking Lot. Cars should be parked facing out to allow greater visibility of smaller students. Parents are requested to follow directives when entering and leaving the Parking Lot.
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CARE OF BOOKS
Textbooks are provided at great expense. All textbooks and workbooks are expected to be cleanly covered at all times. Clear contact paper is recommended. Every child must carry schoolbooks to and from school in a book bag. Any book that is lost, destroyed, damaged, or deliberately defaced must be paid for by the student.
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ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
Each child admitted to the school must attend class daily
in order to attain mastery of the basic skills offered. Students must be on
time with all assignments completed, and must maintain a 70% average in each
subject in order to pass. No child will receive a failure in any subject if
judged to be working at full potential.
Academic Requirements - Acceptance of children in
Grades Two through Eight is contingent upon testing and complete and accurate
information gathered from the sending school.
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COMPUTER EDUCATION
Computer Literacy is offered to students in Grade K- 8. The major areas of concentration are:
General (Computer History, Keyboarding , and Computer
Ethics)
Word Processing (Integrated with other curriculum areas)
Data Bases
Spreadsheets
Students are identified for participation in the fourth
grade. The requirements are as follows:
v
CSI 125 or above
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Terra Nova Math Score 90% or higher
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Above average performance in Math and a Grade 4 level Exam