WELCOME

On behalf of Father Michael McKeon, Miss Suzanne Smoley, the faculty, and staff of St. Rose School welcome to the 2007-2008 school year. This is St. Rose School’s 47th year of operation. Our faculty and staff are prepared for another great year. As parents, you are the primary educators of your children. Our goal is to work together to help the student learn, grow and develop to his or her full potential. Our school faculty and staff are dedicated to that goal.

This handbook contains our school philosophy, policies, and regulations. All of us need to work together in order to assure that our school accomplishes its important goals in all areas. Parents and students should take time to become familiar with the contents of the handbook. The signature sheet at the back of this handbook MUST be signed by both parents/guardians and students and returned no later than Wednesday, September 5, 2007. Please keep this handbook in a safe place where you can refer to it when needed.

This handbook is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to represent the full and complete policy of the school. All rules, regulations, requirements, etc., of both the State of California and the Diocese of Sacramento also apply, although not necessarily listed herein. Also, the school reserves the right to change, alter, delete, add to, or otherwise amend this notice without notice. All inquiries regarding information in this handbook should be directed to the principal who has the sole responsibility for the content thereof.

MISSION STATEMENT

Founded by Monsignor Corcoran in conjunction with the Sisters of Mercy, Saint Rose School is a Catholic co-educational TK-8 school composed of a diverse ethnic and economic student population. Serving primarily Saint Rose Parish families, Saint Rose School provides students with a strong education, enabling them to live their faith, serve others, think critically, and act responsibly as self-disciplined, competent Catholic citizens for the twenty-first century. The program provides a vigorous academic education, integrating elements of faith with the learning process while meeting the needs of each individual child.

Saint Rose School exists to bring our Catholic faith to life.

SAINT ROSE SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY

With the message of Jesus Christ always as our foundation, we the faculty and staff of Saint Rose School strive to develop the whole child. We endeavor to instill Catholic values, which will foster human formation and integrate faith, culture, and life. Recognizing the parent as the primary educator, we - parents, faculty, staff and the faith community - seek together to create an atmosphere in which each child may develop to his or her full potential.

SCHOOL-WIDE LEARNING EXPECTATIONS

(A) CATHOLIC-CHRISTIAN IDENTITY:

1. Know and live the Catholic faith, in its traditions and practices
2. Promote Gospel values in daily living
3. Express our faith through liturgical and Para-liturgical services
4. Demonstrate respect for self, others, and God’s creation
5. Practice Christian values through service

(B) ACADEMIC FORMATION:

1. Use critical and analytical skills
2. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
3. Demonstrate good study habits and strong organizational skills
4. Utilize technology to enhance the learning experience

(C) PERSONAL RESPONSIBILTY:

1. Be self-disciplined and accept responsibility for one’s own actions
2. Possess a positive attitude and promote self-worth
3. Demonstrate useful physical skills and competence in managing one’s body

(D) SOCIAL/COMMUNITY RESPONSIBILITY:

1. Respect the environment
2. Respect the multi-cultural diversity of each individual
3. Promote peace and justice within the community