Holy Trinity Interparochial School

336 First Street
Westfield, NJ 07090

(908) 233-0484
Fax: (908) 654-8780
e-mail to: htis@westfieldnj.com

Online Handbook

Note: The material contained in this "Online Handbook" is co-sponsored by The Church of the Holy Trinity, St. Helen, and Our Lady of Lourdes.

PURPOSE AND USE OF HANDBOOK . . .

This handbook exists to foster the efficient operation of Holy Trinity Interparochial School. It has been compiled according to Archdioscesan guidelines to inform you of school policy and procedures. Hopefully, it will serve as a ready reference to assist you in knowing more about the school. In appropriate circumstances, the principal may use his or her discretion to take action beyond those specified in the handbook. This handbook is not intended to create any additional rights for students or parents/guardians.

AMENDMENTS TO HANDBOOK . . .

This handbook is subject to change at any time when determined necessary by the school administration. If changes are made, parents/guardians will be notified promptly.

Table of Contents

REGISTRATION

HISTORY OF THE PARISH SCHOOL

PHILOSOPHY

MISSION STATEMENT

THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ADVISORY BOARD

HOME AND SCHOOL ASSOCIATION

I. ADMISSION OF STUDENTS

• ADMISSION CRITERIA
• TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

II. ATTENDANCE

• IMPORTANCE OF ATTENDANCE
• POLICY REGARDING STUDENT ABSENCE
• SCHOOL HOURS
• EARLY DISMISSAL
• FACULTY MEETINGS
• TARDINESS
• EMERGENCY CLOSING

III. SUPERVISION

• MORNING ASSEMBLY
• LUNCH PERIOD
• PLAYGROUND REGULATIONS
• DISMISSAL PROCEDURES
• INCLEMENT WEATHER

IV. HOME-SCHOOL COMMUNICATION

• BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT
• APPOINTMENTS WITH SCHOOL PERSONNEL
• COMMUNICATION WITH ALL PARENTS
• PROCEDURE FOR BRINGING MONEY TO SCHOOL
• CUSTODIAL AND NON-CUSTODIAL PARENTS
• ROOM MOTHERS/VOLUNTEERS
• TUITION

V. ACADEMIC POLICIES

• CURRICULUM OR COURSE OFFERINGS
• RELIGIOUS EDUCATION - NON CATHOLIC STUDENT
• PRE-SCHOOL
• HOMEWORK REQUIREMENTS
• EXTRA HELP
• REPORT CARDS/PROGRESS REPORTS/HONOR ROLL
• GRADING 1 - 8
• RETENTION
• RECORDS AND TRANSCRIPTS

VI. FIELD TRIPS

• PROCEDURE
• TRANSPORTATION

VII. DISCIPLINE

• CENTRAL DETENTION
• SUSPENSION
• PROBATION
• EXPULSION

VIII. HEALTH AND SAFETY

• HEALTH SERVICES
• POLICY ON ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION
• ILLNESS OR INJURY
• STUDENT ACCIDENT INSURANCE
• SUSPECTED CHILD ABUSE OR NEGLECT
• ASBESTOS MANAGEMENT PLAN
• EMERGENCY CARDS
• FIRE DRILLS

IX. UNIFORM REGULATIONS

• BOYS' DRESS CODE
• GIRLS’ DRESS CODE
• SPRING/FALL DRESS CODE
• GYM UNIFORMS

X. MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION

• BICYCLES
• BINGO
• BUS TRANSPORTATION
• CAFETERIA
• CARE OF SCHOOL PROPERTY AND BOOKS
• CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK
• CHANGE IN RESIDENCE AND/OR PHONE NUMBER
• CLASS PARTIES
• DONATION
• EXTENDED DAY CARE
• FATHERS AND FRIENDS OF HOLY TRINITY
• LOCKERS
• LOST AND FOUND
• MAY CROWNING
• PARKING AND NO PARKING AREAS
• SACRAMENTS PREPARATION
• SCHOLARSHIPS
• SPECIAL SERVICES
• TELEPHONE USE
• TESTING PROGRAM
• TRANSFER PROCEDURE
• VISITORS

XI. EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

• SCOUTING
• SPORTS PROGRAMS
• NEWSPAPER
• CREATIVE WORK
• CHOIR
• INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
• SERVICE CLUB
• LIBRARY COUNCIL

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