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IMMACULATE
HEART OF Phone: Fax: 330-929-4373 Principal
- Mr. Bob Hardesty Father
Thomas McCann, Pastor Immaculate Heart of Mary School provides an excellent Catholic
education to prepare students for a successful, faith-filled life. In considering the role of the Catholic School in Christian education,
we come to realize that our work is to offer the fullest and best opportunity
for the students to attain the threefold purpose of Christianity: doctrine, community, and service. The
first begins with helping the students to develop a true self-concept, appreciating
their own self-worth and being proud of their Catholic heritage, and live the
example of Jesus. Since
Catholic doctrine is rooted in the Gospel of Jesus, we strive to promote a
spirit of peace, love, patience and respect for self and others in the
Immaculate Heart of Mary Community. The
aim of our school, in partnership with our parents, who are the primary
educators, is to develop a right conscience to guide the students so that
they can become instruments of God’s word and extend themselves into the
immediate communities of home, school, parish, and neighborhood. This is accomplished by exploring many ways
to carry out the Gospel message.
Ultimately, this will enable the students to be aware that they are
worthwhile and contributing members of society and responsible thinking
citizens in this world. The
faculty and staff of Immaculate Heart of Mary School believe that…. ·
The purpose of Catholic education is
to provide a faith-centered education which emphasizes growing in and practicing
our Catholic faith. ·
Our faculty fosters a learning
atmosphere where students can develop and achieve to their fullest potential. ·
Classroom instruction is based on
the students’ learning abilities while incorporating various instructional
methods. ·
The role of curriculum is to guide
and ensure a complete, well-rounded education for each student seeking to
develop competency in all subject areas. ·
Evaluation includes a variety of
methods to accurately assess each student’s achievement. ·
The faculty and staff are committed
to working towards continuous improvement of the quality of education in our
school. ·
Administration and staff are
positive role models working together to improve the education and school
environment. ·
Service to each other provides a model
for the students to become involved in the parish, neighborhood, and world
activities. ·
The school provides opportunities
for students and staff to live out the gospel message through service to
others. ·
Our Catholic faith is a guiding
force that influences all that we do. The primary responsibility for the education of the children belongs to
parents. To ensure an atmosphere for educational success and Catholic
Christian growth the following responsibilities are essential: ·
Model and support your child(ren)’s
practice of the Catholic faith. ·
Support school policy and the
authority of the administration, teachers, staff, and volunteers by teaching
your child(ren), by word and example, respect for the law, for school rules
and regulations, and for the rights and property of others. ·
Set realistic goals according to
your child(ren)’s individual potential. ·
Encourage you child(ren) to complete
all assignments. ·
Expect your child(ren) to obey the
regulations and principles of good behavior at all times (Note your
child(ren)’s conduct and effort marks). ·
Follow the policies and procedures
stated in the handbook by knowing and understanding the rules your child(ren)
is/are expected to observe at school and be aware of the consequences for
violations of these rules. ·
Encourage in your child(ren) a
desire to learn and a respect for self and others. ·
Be sure your child(ren) attend(s)
school daily, unless ill, and is/are on time. ·
Make certain that your child(ren)
is/are clean and dressed appropriately according to school policy. ·
Guide your child(ren) from the
earliest years to develop socially and acceptable standards of behavior, to
exercise self-control, and to be accountable for his/her personal actions. ·
Pay all fees on time. ·
Attend any parent meetings. ·
Monitor your child(ren)’s progress
throughout the school year and conference with the teacher as needed. ·
Actively support fund-raising events
for the benefit of your child(ren) and the support of Catholic education. ·
Be responsible in completing volunteer
time and talent commitments. Upon arrival at Immaculate Heart of Mary, students report to
the All-Purpose Room. 7:15 A.M. Doors to the
school are opened. 7:45 First
Bell, students proceed to class 7:55 Tardy
Bell, students are tardy if they arrive after this time 10:50 Lunch Kdg.
& Grade 1 11:15 Lunch Grades
2 & 3 11:40 Lunch Grades
4 & 5 12:10 P.M. Lunch Grades
6, 7 & 8 2:20 Dismissal
– Students will be dismissed in the following order: 1. Bus Riders 2. Car Riders - please follow the
parking lot rules and traffic pattern.
Children who are car riders should be picked up at 2:20 P.M. Children are not permitted to go to cars
until the busses leave IHM property.
If your child(ren) have not been picked up by 2:30 P.M., and you have
not notified the office of being late, your child(ren) will be taken to the
After Care Program. There is a fee for
the use of this program and you will be billed accordingly. Children are not permitted to loiter on
School/Church grounds after dismissal to wait for rides. Please be prompt in picking up your
children. 3. Walkers 4. After School Care ***Teachers and
Staff supervise students during entrance and dismissal*** Early dismissal days may be scheduled throughout the
year. Parents and all Departments of
Transportation will be notified in advance of any early dismissal date. When this occurs, dismissal will be at 1:15
P.M. Stow and Tallmadge will not
pick up any of our students on early dismissal days. Stow and Tallmadge residents need to make
other arrangements for transportation from school on those days. Children between the ages of six and eighteen are required by
law to attend school punctually and regularly. Regular attendance in school is compulsory
according to State Law (Ohio Codes 3321.01 and 3321.03). Irregular attendance is investigated and
reported to the proper authorities. Parents and students must accept full
responsibility for regular and punctual attendance. Excessive absence and tardiness interferes
with the learning process and the student’s academic achievement. REPORTING STUDENT ABSENCE If a student is absent, parents are to notify the school
office by phone to report the absence (330-923-1220), please call by 8:30
A.M. In addition to the call,
the student is required to bring a note on the day of return. It is the student’s responsibility to make
arrangements with their teacher(s) to make-up any assignments they have
missed. Students should arrive to school at least by 7:45 A.M. The tardy bell rings at 7:55 A.M. Students are expected to be in their
classrooms when the 7:55 A.M. bell rings.
If a valid reason is
given for the tardiness then the tardy will be marked as excused. Some examples of an excused tardy may
include but are not limited to:
traffic back-up due to an accident, orthodontist appointment, doctor
appointment, school bus is late arriving to school. Since tardiness
interferes with the child’s progress in school and disrupts the classroom
teaching, parents are requested to see that their children cultivate the
habit of punctuality. Students may be
requested to stay in at recess time for habitual tardiness to make-up missed
work. If the student is experiencing
difficulty in academics or social behavior as a result of being tardy, a
conference will take place to devise a plan for improvement. The secretaries will be available in the office from 7:30 A.M.
to 3:00 P.M. for any school needs or questions you may have. Phone messages for
faculty and staff will be accepted in the office. All messages will be returned within
twenty-four hours. STUDENT
DISMISSAL DURING
THE SCHOOL DAY If a student must leave early, it is necessary for the office
to have a signed note from the parents stating the reason for the early
dismissal. DISMISSAL
DUE TO ILLNESS/INJURY When a child becomes ill or injured during the school day and
needs to go home, the child is sent by the teacher to the Clinic to wait
until a parent or another responsible party can be reached. Students cannot dismiss themselves by
calling home, and an ill/injured child may not go home alone. Medical and dental
appointments should be made outside of school hours if possible. A written note must be presented to the
office if the student is to be excused for an appointment during the school
day. Students need to be picked up and signed out in the office by the person
specified in the note. If possible, parents are asked to schedule vacations during
school breaks. If a vacation has been
scheduled during school time the office and respective teacher(s) need to be
given written notification of your child(ren)’s absence from school. Please do not
schedule any vacation time during the time of the IOWA/CogAT tests; first two
weeks of November for grade 1 and in March/April for grades 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6,
and 7. Missed school work will be provided when the
student(s) return to school. Students
will need to have all missed assignments completed within five days of their
return to school after time taken for vacation not specified on the school
calendar. It is the complete
responsibility of the student(s) and parent/guardians to
contact the teacher(s) upon returning to school, regarding school work missed
and to see that assignments and work are made up. Any assignments not completed in the time
specified, will be deducted from the grade.
If family vacations are scheduled over the mid or end quarter,
progress reports/report cards may be delayed or marked as incomplete until
work is completed. FACULTYAND STAFF E-MAIL ADDRESSES
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