STUDENT HANDBOOK
2016-17 SCHOOL YEAR
5218 NORTH BROAD STREET
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141
215-219-3943
http://www.CristoReyPhiladelphia.org
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Message From The Dean of Students
Congratulations and welcome to Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School! It is my honor to present to you
our Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School Student Handbook for the 2016-2017 school year.
As we approach this school year keep in mind the word “change”. Life at Cristo Rey Philadelphia High
School is constantly changing as we move forward into our fifth year as a school community. Life is ever
changing. We must step out of our comfort zone and embrace change in order to reach success. Change
is not comfortable at times, nor do we always see the immediate benefits of change in our lives.
However, one thing is certain. Change is necessary and inevitable in all of our lives.
At Cristo Rey Philadelphia, we hold our students to high expectations for behavior, character, and habits
of study. As the Dean of Students, my goal is to guide our students toward becoming responsible young
men and women for others by holding them accountable for their actions as well as recognizing their
achievements. My office is dedicated to the development of our students both inside and outside the
classroom.
To ensure a positive experience, all students, and their parents/guardians are expected to read, understand,
and comply with all policies of this handbook. A copy of the Statement of Agreement is distributed to the
students and parents/guardians. It is required that the students and parents/guardians sign this statement.
These signatures indicate that the handbook has been read, is understood, and that the students and
parents/guardians agree to abide by the rules, regulations, and policies outlined in this handbook.
I look forward to a school year filled with hard work, education, character building, and positive change.
I look forward to working with you!
Respectfully Yours,
Troy L. Sams
Dean of Students
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MISSION
Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School is an independent, Catholic, college preparatory school for
young men and women of all faiths. Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School nurtures and
challenges young women and men to recognize and realize their full potential as they grow to
love God, respect others, and serve their community.
Cristo Rey Philadelphia is endorsed by the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales and the Sisters,
Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
The school utilizes a longer school day and year, structured academic assistance, and counseling
support to prepare students for college. All students enrolled in the school participate in a unique
Corporate Work-Study Program through which they develop important skills and finance the
majority of the cost of their education. The Cristo Rey corporate work-study program gives
students the opportunity to build core skills that will help them succeed in college and the
modern workplace.
Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School is based on a proven model of success and will join a
network of Cristo Rey schools around the country that empower young students to achieve their
full potential. Cristo Rey Schools offer a unique curriculum that combines academics, extracurricular programs, and corporate work experience to prepare students for success in college
and beyond. This model works, with over 99% of graduates being accepted into college.
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
Cristo Rey Philadelphia does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender,
sexual orientation, religion, or national or ethnic origin in its student admission process; faculty
and staff hiring practices; educational policies; scholarships; athletics; or other schooladministered programs.
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Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School’s Family Contribution Policy:
Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School is the school that works because of its unique partnership
of educators, Philadelphia businesses, generous supporters and the families of our students. Each
partner’s financial role is essential for preparing Cristo Rey students for success in college as
well as ensuring the school’s long-term financial sustainability.
The school promises to work with each family to determine a fair and reasonable Family
Contribution that is consistent with the family’s ability to contribute to our partnership.
Furthermore, we promise to adjust the amount of your Family Contribution if your family’s
ability to contribute changes over your student’s 4 years at Cristo Rey. In the event your
family’s financial situation does change, even temporarily, families are encouraged to the come
to business office with documentation of the change any Wednesday between 1:00 to 4:00PM to
discuss adjustments to their Family Contribution. Alternative meeting days and times can also
be made upon requests.
Once the school year begins, we ask families to continue to make their monthly family
contributions. In the event that a family’s account becomes 3 months or more in arrears, the
school will continue its commitment to educate your student and the student will continue with
the Work Study internship; however, the student will no longer be able to participate in any extra
curricular activities including sports, clubs, dances, student government, prom, senior week
festivities, walking at graduation, etc.
If the school does not receive any payments during the course of a school year or there is a
significant outstanding balance, the student may not return to Cristo Rey Philadelphia High
School the following year. It is unreasonable and unfair to allow a family that does not pay any
of their Family Contribution to remain in the school while other families do their best to pay
their Family Contribution even, sometimes, under difficult circumstances.
Financial reason should never be the reason a student leaves Cristo Rey Philadelphia High
School. We will work with all families.
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ACADEMIC PROGRAM AND EXPECTATIONS
CULTURE OF HIGH EXPECTATIONS
Cristo Rey Philadelphia has high expectations for behavior, character, and habits of study. Every
student at Cristo Rey Philadelphia has the right to an excellent education. We are establishing an
environment that will foster maximum learning and mutual respect while staying free of
distractions and negative influences. Students are expected to be respectful of the educational
process and to take responsibility for their own learning.
At Cristo Rey Philadelphia, we believe that consistently strong effort, professional demeanor,
and distinguished academic performance lead to success in college and beyond. This is why we
will recognize students who:
 Achieve Honor Roll status;
 Attain perfect attendance;
 Demonstrates good character
Cristo Rey Philadelphia will recognize students when they make good choices and act in
accordance with the spirit and mission of Cristo Rey Philadelphia.
Classroom Behavior and Requirements
R.E.S.P.E.C.T.
Students are expected to follow the classroom expectations and respect the educational process
in the classroom. Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School students commit themselves to:
R- READY to LEARN when I enter the classroom.
 Students take their seats when they enter room.
 Students take out needed materials for class.
 Students review white board for instructions.
 Students begin DO NOW activity.
 Students work silently when the bell rings.
E- ENGAGED and ACTIVE during the lesson.
 Students ask questions.
 Students participate while working in groups.
 Students actively listen and contribute to classroom discussion with positive input.
 Students volunteer to answer questions.
S- SILENT and ATTENTIVE when a speaker is talking.
 Students sit up quietly in their seats when someone (video, tape recording, etc.) is speaking.
 Students listen and make eye contact with the speaker.
 Absolutely no side conversation during a presentation. One person speaks at a time.
P- PROPERLY DRESSED in school uniform.
 Students must be in full uniform when entering classroom.
E- EMBRACE REDIRECTION with a positive attitude.
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Students receive redirection (correcting misbehavior) when needed. Teachers and students
work together to build positive relationships.
Students should not talk about redirections with teachers during class-time.
Students should listen and continue with class assignment. Meet with teacher after class,
school or during break.
C- COME ON-TIME to class.
 Students are in their assigned classrooms when the school bell rings.
T- TAKE RESPONSIBILITY for my actions and learning.
 Students complete and turn in assignments given by teachers.
 Students take pride in the work they do.
 Students take initiative to seek out teachers for missed assignments in a timely fashion when
absent.
 Students take initiative to ask for extra help in subjects when needed.
 Students leave the classroom in an orderly fashion.
If a student is dismissed (remainder of period) from class, he/she will be sent directly to the Dean
of Student’s office with a pass. Classroom dismissals will result in disciplinary actions up to and
including expulsion.
Homework/Study Time
Homework is given so students have the daily opportunity to review, reinforce, and increase their
ability in a certain subject or skill. All students will receive homework assignments from their
teachers throughout the school year. Students are expected to complete all assignments by the
due date assigned. Students will be held accountable for missed homework. Students failing to
complete homework assignments may receive homework detention or other consequences
administered by their teachers.
Students are expected to complete their homework every night including the nights before and
after work. In addition to written work, homework may include reading, reviewing class notes,
studying for tests and quizzes, etc. Students are expected to use all available resources to
enhance their education, including their teachers, teacher assistants, tutors, and school
library/media center. While students will ultimately be their own judge of how much homework
time is appropriate, a good starting point would be approximately two hours per night.
Failure Policy/Summer School
In order to continue at Cristo Rey Philadelphia the following year, students must pass all courses
with a grade of 70% or better. Students that fail any subject during the course of the academic
year MUST attend summer school for credit recovery. Failure of more than two courses during
the academic year may result in dismissal from Cristo Rey Philadelphia.
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Course Requirements for Graduation
Students looking to graduate Cristo Rey Philadelphia must complete:
 English (4 years)
 Mathematics (4 years)
 Theology (4 years)
 Science (4 years)
 Health and Fitness (4 years)
 World History (3 years)
 Latin (3 years)
 Business Literacy (4 years)
Grade Scale
A) 94-100% A-) 90-93% B+) 87-89% B) 83-86% B-) 80-82%
C+) 77-79% C) 73-76% D) 70-72%
F) 0-69%
Grade Point Averages
The GPA is calculated as follows:
A) 4.0 A-) 3.67 B+) 3.33 B) 3.0 B-) 2.67 C+) 2.33 C) 2.0 D) 1.5
Honor Roll (Per Trimester)
Honorable Mention: 3.0-3.32 GPA
Second Honors: 3.33-3.66 GPA
First Honors: 3.67-4.0 GPA
ACADEMIC HONESTY
Cristo Rey Philadelphia is committed to every student understanding the values of honesty and
integrity in their academic pursuits. No grade, test, or paper is worth compromising one’s
integrity. Each student has the responsibility to submit work that is uniquely his/her own. All
work must be done in accordance with established principles of academic integrity.
Infractions/Violations
Cristo Rey Philadelphia considers cheating, copying, or the offering or receiving of unauthorized
assistance or information in examinations, tests, quizzes, reports, papers or projects as a violation
of academic honesty.
Some examples of theses violations include:
 Leaving books or notebooks open during a test;
 Writing answers on desktops, hands, legs, arms or any part of the body;
 Looking at another student’s test or quiz;
 Talking with another student during a test period;
 Copying answers from another student when test are being handed in;
 Talking with students from previous class periods in order to give/receive test
information;
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Copying answers verbatim when working on a project together;
Copying another students homework;
Giving and/or receiving answers during examinations, tests or quizzes using unauthorized
technology including cell phones and programmable calculators;
Leaving the classroom during exams, tests, or quizzes to gain or provide answers.
There are clearly dishonest actions on written/creative assignments such as:
 Turning in a paper/project which has been composed/created by another student;
 Submitting a paper or assignment in Latin class that has been translated by another
person or any electronic device (internet websites, pocket translators, etc.);
 Handing in a paper/project for credit that has already been graded in another class,
without the approval of both teachers.
Plagiarism
Plagiarism is a violation of academic honesty at Cristo Rey Philadelphia. It is intentional or
unintentional appropriation of information, ideas, or the languages of other persons or writers as
the submission of one’s own.
Such instances of plagiarism include:
 Papers or passages of papers that are copied verbatim from primary and/or secondary
sources
 Papers that are copies of a fellow or former student’s work
Both the complete documentation (a bibliography of sources) and the specific documentation
(citation/footnote) are essential to avoid plagiarism.
If a student quotes a source word-for-word, he/she must attribute the quote to its source by
identifying the author, work, publisher, date, and location of the quote through documentation
(e.g. in-text citation, footnote).
To clarify, Cristo Rey Philadelphia defines plagiarism as the use of words, ideas, or information
of another without informing the reader/listener of the source of these words, ideas, or
information. He/she must document all sources used in composing a paper, report, or
presentation and within that paper, report or presentation acknowledge when a particular idea
stems from another source.
Stealing a copy of a quiz, test, or exam without the teacher’s knowledge of permission is a
serious offense. It will automatically be considered a second infraction.
Consequences of Academic Dishonesty
In cases of academic dishonesty, the student will be referred to the Assistant Principal. Cristo
Rey Philadelphia wants to support the student and help him/her learn from the experience while
still holding him/her accountable to the seriousness of cheating. The consequences of the
infractions are:
First Infraction
Academic: The student will receive a zero for the assignment, quiz, test or examination.
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Disciplinary: Depending on the severity of the situation determined by the Assistant Principal,
the student’s disciplinary consequence will include up to three days of out-of-school suspension.
Counseling: The Assistant Principal will meet with the student and his parents/guardians and
attempt to learn the cause of the dishonesty and set up a plan to try to ensure that the infraction
does not happen again via tutoring, extra help from teacher, etc. The student will meet his/her
counselor to continue the reflection on the experience.
Second Infraction
Academic: The student will receive a zero for the assignment, quiz, test or examination
Disciplinary: After consulting with the Assistant Principal, the Principal will decide, depending
on the severity of the two infractions, whether or not the student should remain at Cristo Rey
Philadelphia. If the student is allowed to remain as a member of the Cristo Rey Philadelphia
community, he or she will face serious disciplinary consequences that may include multiple day
out-of-school suspension and additional suspension from all extra-curricular activities.
Counseling: If the student remains at Cristo Rey Philadelphia, the Assistant Principal will work
with the student and his parents and try again to learn the cause of the dishonesty and set up a
plan to try to ensure that the infraction does not happen again via tutoring, extra help from the
teacher, etc. The student will meet with his/her counselor to continue the reflection on the
experience.
WORK-STUDY PROGRAM
Morning Check In
All Cristo Rey Philadelphia Students are required to work at their assigned job in order to
continue enrollment at Cristo Rey. Daily, on time attendance is crucial for both student success
at work and the success of the Work-Study Program (WSP). On his/her assigned work day each
student should report to the Social Hall with his /her school I.D. as well as any access cards or
identification cards provided by the Job Partner. The first step to any successful employment
relationship is showing up to work on time. Students may begin to check into the Social Hall at
7:30 a.m. and must be in the Social Hall in school uniform no later than 7:45 a.m. If general
dress or appearance is deemed inappropriate for work, the student will be kept at school and will
have to make up the work day. Students are not permitted to leave the Social Hall once they
check in so they should be mindful of showing up in appropriate uniform prior to check-in. Any
student who is not in the Social Hall in proper uniform by 7:45 will be marked late and receive a
detention.
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Transportation
Students will be dismissed from the Social Hall and travel to work via subway or school van
with chaperones. Students are expected to conduct themselves in a mature manner consistent
with Cristo Rey Philadelphia’s Code of Conduct while in transit. This includes treating the
drivers, chaperones, vehicles and any and all passengers with respect. All subway riders must
remain in the presence of their chaperones until dismissed by their chaperone downtown. Proper
behavior while in transit is essential to the safety of our community and consequences including
but not limited to detention, suspension from school or termination of employment will be
administered for unprofessional behavior.
If a student arrives to school after students have been dismissed for work, that student shall work
at Cristo Rey for the day and make up the work day with the Job Partner at a time designated by
the Work Study office. Students will not move on to the next grade level until any missed work
days have been made up. At the end of the workday, students will return to the appointed
meeting place to join their transportation chaperone for the return trip to school.
Work-Site Performance & Behavior
While at work, students are expected to conduct themselves in a mature manner consistent with
the expectations of the Job Partner as well as Cristo Rey Philadelphia’s Code of Conduct.
Supervisors will rate student performance on a daily basis. All students are required to submit
their electronic time card at the end of their work day. Failure to submit a time card will result in
detention. Any unprofessional behavior at work will jeopardize a student’s employment status
and their enrollment in Cristo Rey.
Students will take lunch breaks according to the Job Partner’s schedule. Cristo Rey will provide
a bagged lunch to all students during morning check-in. Students are not permitted to leave the
work site for lunch or any other reason unless that student has obtained permission from both a
staff member from the work-study office and his/her supervisor. Students are required to dress
in school uniform while at work. Student worker hours are generally 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
unless otherwise clarified by Work Study staff.
Absence Policy
Students are required to attend work each and every workday they are assigned. There are no
excused absences from work for any reason. Job Partners pay a fee in return for student work so
an absence from work must be made up to fulfill the WSP’s commitment to the Job Partners.
Parents and guardians should avoid scheduling any doctor’s appointments or other engagements
on workdays. Patterns of lateness or absence can be cause for termination from a student’s job
and expulsion from school. If a student is absent from work, he/she must make up the day at a
time designated by the Work-Study office. Students are required to find their own transportation
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for any make up days. Failure to report to work on time for a make up day will result in
disciplinary consequences including but not limited to suspension.
If a student worker will miss work, the student worker is required to:
1. Prior to the start of the school day (7:55 AM), call school and notify the work-study
staff that he/she will be absent.
2. Prior to the start of the workday (9:00 AM) call his/her workplace and notify the
supervisor that he/she will not be coming to work.
3. Schedule a date with his/her supervisor and work- study staff to make up the day when
they return to work. Students must bring the absence make-up form to their
supervisor, fill it out and return it to a work -study staff member.
Technology
As a rule, students are taught that it is inappropriate to use cell phones, personal electronic
devices or the Internet for non-business purposes while at work. Internet usage at the workplace
may be necessary for students to accomplish tasks given to them by their supervisors. Social
media websites are NOT allowed to be accessed during work, such as Instagram, Facebook,
Twitter and MySpace. Only websites approved by the supervisor may be accessed at the
workplace.
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SCHOOL POLICIES
ATTENDANCE POLICY
One goal of Cristo Rey Philadelphia is to help our students have a successful educational
experience. School attendance is an essential part of students’ educational experience and
community building at Cristo Rey Philadelphia. Students should work to ensure that absences are
nonexistent or rare. Every second, minute, or hour of class-time missed is detrimental to a
student’s academic success. One of the most important ways that parents/guardians can help a
Cristo Rey student succeed is by supporting this philosophy.
ID POLICY
All Cristo Rey Students must carry their ID with them at all times, and present their ID to faculty
and staff upon request. Any student that fails to produce their ID may be subject to disciplinary
action.
Daily Schedule
The Social Hall opens at 7:15 a.m. while the main school building opens at 7:40 a.m. The school
day begins promptly at 7:55 a.m. Students attending academic classes (non-work-study days)
must report to their home room no later than 7:55 a.m., or they will be considered tardy.
Students arriving after 8:16 am will be subject to detention. Work-Study students will report to
the Social Hall by 7:45 a.m. or they will be considered tardy.
On regular academic days, school ends at 3:30 p.m. At the conclusion of the workday, all
students must return to school for academic assistance, clubs, activities and sports. Students
absent from school or work may not participate in any school activity held the day of the
absence, including sports or other extra-curricular activities and programs.
Reporting an Absence
When a student is absent, the parent or guardian must phone the school at 215-219-3943 on the
day of absence.
 If no call is made, the school’s Attendance Office will attempt to call the student’s home
ASAP in order to ensure the student’s safety.
 If the school doesn’t hear from the parent or guardian of the student who is absent, the
absence will be considered unexcused.
 Students with unexcused absences will be subject to Saturday Detention.
Excused Absence
An absence is excused when the school is notified on the day of an absence by the parent or
guardian of the student. The parent must provide the school with an explanation for the
absence.
These are reasons that would be considered excused:
 Illness prohibiting a student from coming to school;
 Serious illness or death in the student’s immediate family;
 Marriage in the immediate family; or
 Doctor or dental appointments that cannot possibly be made outside school hours.
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If a student is absent on three consecutive days, a doctor’s note must be submitted to the
Attendance Office on the day the student returns to school.
Unexcused Absence
Once a student has accumulated (5) excused absences (reported absence to school by phone or
email), an official doctor’s or dental note must be provided for any absence thereafter in order
for the absence to be marked excused.
 Once a student has accumulated (3) unexcused absences, a parent/guardian will be called
to meet with the Dean of Students to discuss the student’s attendance problem.
Penalty for Unexcused Absences
Once a student has accumulated (5) or more unexcused absences, he/she will be required to meet
with the Dean of Students, and be placed on Disciplinary Probation, and enter into an attendance
contract. If the student continues to miss days throughout the school year, the student may face
suspension, or be up for dismissal from school.
Returning to School Following an Absence
When returning to school following an absence, the student (without reported absence) must
report to the Attendance Office with a note written by the parent or guardian stating the dates and
the reasons for the absence.
 This note must be presented before 7:55 a.m. on the day that the student returns to school;
and
 If a student is absent on three consecutive days, a doctor’s note must be submitted to the
Attendance Office on the day the student returns to school.
Missing Academic Work Due to an Absence
Students should be aware of class policies regarding absences for tests, absences on days when
tests are announced, and on making up work missed during an absence. The primary
responsibility for work missed during an absence rests with the student. Teachers will be willing
to provide reasonable assistance to students who request help after an absence.
 Students should schedule a time for make-up work. All work missed must be made up
within the same number of days the student was absent; and
 If the homework or test was assigned prior to the absence, the student is responsible for
the homework or test upon returning to school.
Missing Trimester Exams Due to an Absence
Any student who misses a trimester exam must present a doctor’s note to be able to receive full
credit for that exam. Any student who returns to school without a doctor’s note will not receive
full credit for the exam.
Extracurricular Participation on Days of Absence
Students who are absent, excessively late for school or who go home sick on a given day are not
allowed to attend or participate in any after-school or evening activity sponsored by the school
on that day. Students failing to adhere to this policy may be suspended or jeopardize their
participation in future activities.
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Dismissal/Illness During the School Day
A student who becomes ill during the school day is to report to the Dean of Students’ office with
the permission of her/his teacher only. Students should not report to the Dean of Students’ office
without reporting to her/his scheduled class first.
 The school will contact the parent or guardian who may then come to the school to sign
the student out;
 Students may not contact parents from their cell phone to ask parents/guardians to pick
them up early; and
 No student will be released from school unless signed-out by a parent or guardian.
If a student becomes ill at work, the students should inform both their direct supervisor as well as
the staff from the Work-Study Program Office who will arrange pick up for the student. Students
who leave work early may be responsible for the time missed.
Professional Appointments
 Students must be signed-out by a parent/guardian at the time of release for the
appointment;
 Students returning from an appointment must check-in at the Attendance Office with a
parent/guardian;
 Students arriving to school late due to professional appointments must present the school
with an official doctor’s note before going to class. Parents should also contact and
inform the school about the appointment; and
 All efforts should be made to schedule appointments around school days and workdays.
Tardiness It is imperative that students arrive on time to school, work, and class. If a student is late to
school (report after 7:55am), he/she must check in with the Attendance Office for a tardy slip.
 Two (2) tardies within a trimester will result in administrative disciplinary action, which
may include serving a detention; and
 Five (5) tardies within a trimester will result in a meeting with the Dean of Students and
further consequences including suspension. If a student reports to school after 8:16am, he/she will receive an automatic detention for being
tardy. Only in special circumstances will detention not be issued, as determined by the Dean of
Students.
Students arriving after first period (9:06am) will not be permitted into school unless a parent has
notified the school of a late arrival via phone call, email, note, or doctor’s note.
Truancy
A student is truant if he/she:
 Is absent from school without the permission of a parent or guardian;
 Leaves the school grounds once he/she has reported for classes without the permission of
the Administration;
 In case of truancy, the parent or guardian will be notified immediately. Truant students
are subject to suspension and other disciplinary action.
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 Repeated truancy is cause for expulsion
Cutting Class
Unexcused from class without permission of teacher, or failure to report to designated period
(including lunch).
Consequences for Cutting Class
1st Offense: OSS (Out-of-School Suspension)
2nd Offense: Dismissal Meeting with Principal and Dean of Students
Severe Weather-School Closing In case of severe weather conditions, Cristo Rey Philadelphia will follow the plan of the
Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Families should watch local news programming for school closing
or delay updates.
Holidays/Vacations
Cristo Rey does not support or encourage vacation outside of defined school breaks. Such
absences will be considered unexcused. If a student misses school beyond the allotted school
vacation time, they will be subject to consequences as described in the attendance policy,
including loss of credit. The student is responsible for any missed work and will be expected to
make up missed workdays.
CELL PHONES/ELECTRONIC DEVICES
Cell phones and other electronic devices (e.g. iPads, cell phones, digital music players, etc.) are
NOT TO BE HEARD (turned off) OR USED (texting, checking, or making calls) DURING
THE SCHOOL DAY (7:55 – until school ends) or else they will be confiscated. Students
may retrieve their confiscated items by meeting with the Dean of Students.
It is strongly recommended that the cell phone and electronic devices be kept in the student’s
locker at all times.
 Students who decide to keep cell phones or electronic devices in their possession will be
required to put cell phones or electronic devices face down on assigned desk or
designated area (teacher’s choice) during class time.
 Any student who fails to turn over his/her cell phone or electronic device when
requested by an administrator or faculty of Cristo Rey Philadelphia is subject to
immediate suspension.
Parents/guardians are required to help enforce this school rule by supporting all policies and
procedures related to this rule. There are NO EXCEPTIONS. Students always have access to
calling a parent/guardian from the Main Office, the office of the Dean of Students, the
Attendance Office, or the office of any other administrator with permission. Parents/guardians
who need to contact their son/daughter during the school day are to call the Main Office for
emergency purposes only.
We follow a strict three-strike rule with electronics:
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The first offense: Dean of Students will keep the phone for the remainder of the school
day and return it. The student will be required to serve TWO detentions.
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The second offense: Dean of Students will keep the phone for the remainder of the
school day and return it. The student will be required to serve ONE week of detention.
The Dean of Students will notify the parent/guardian of the student to discuss cell phone
policy and further consequences if rule is not adhered to.
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The third offense: Dean of Students will keep the phone for the remainder of the school
day and return it. The student will be required to serve Saturday Detention.
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Saturday Detention will be held the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month. Please see
…for dates.
 Any further cell phone offenses will result in suspension, and possible dismissal.
Note: Cristo Rey Philadelphia is not responsible for any lost or stolen phones and/or
electronic devices that are brought on campus or confiscated.
DRESS CODE
Cristo Rey Philadelphia maintains a code of dress and grooming consistent with its character as
an independent, Catholic, college-preparatory school and with the professional world. This code
contributes to a seriousness of purpose, a constructive learning atmosphere, and the development
of sound personal habits and a positive self-image. The overall dress code requires that all
students look professional, neat, and appropriate in order to be a positive representative of Cristo
Rey Philadelphia at all times.
Work-study students are not permitted to wear polo shirts to work. Students reporting to
work will wear a white button-down dress shirt with a tie. Ties are optional for female
students.
Uniform checks will take place in the Social Hall every morning from 7:15am – 7:40am. No
student will enter the school building out of dress code.
 Students must remain in full school uniform from the time he/she enters the school
building until departure.
 Students remaining after school for tutoring or academic support must remain in full
school uniform (ties optional, no sneakers) while in the classroom/library.
Students involved in clubs or athletics may change out of their uniform after school and remain
with their team or club.
Proper after school attire for athletics or clubs:
 Appropriate fitting yoga pants, sweatpants, athletic shorts, or jeans;
 Cristo Rey shirt, college shirt, t-shirt, sweatshirt, long-sleeve t-shirt, or button up shirt;
 Shirts, pants, or socks with graphic language or images are not permitted; and
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Boots, shoes, or sneakers are permitted. Sandals or any shoes exposing the foot are not
permitted.
The school reserves the right to determine what constitutes appropriate dress. In all cases, the
school has the final say.
Proper uniform attire for MALE students is as follows:
Pants
Only Charcoal grey dress slacks will be worn.
 No baggy pants, cargo pants, pants with extra pockets, or jean-like fabric pants will be
permitted.
Belts
Only black, brown leather or synthetic leather belts will be worn.
 No large belt buckles are permitted.
Shirts
Only white button-down dress shirts are permitted and must be tucked-in at all times.
 All buttons must be buttoned at all times, including the top-most and collar buttons;
 Long sleeve undershirts will not be permitted under short sleeve white dress shirts; and
 Navy polo shirt with Cristo Rey Philadelphia emblem will be worn in the spring.
Ties
Uniform tie MUST be worn at all times, cinched at the collar.
Socks
Socks of a solid color, such as, black, brown, khaki, navy or white are preferred. Socks should be
appropriate for school and work settings.
 Bright colors, such as, red, pink, orange, green, purple, yellow are not permitted; and
 Non-matching socks are not permitted.
Shoes
Black, patent, or synthetic leather and suede dress shoes are permitted.
 Sneakers, boots, Vans, (or Van-like shoes), Ugg boots/slippers or sandals will not be
permitted;
 Student’s shoes must remain on their feet at all times.
Jewelry
Jewelry is limited to an appropriate necklace worn underneath the shirt and a single watch.
 No earrings or piercings are permitted;
 No silicone bracelets with inappropriate printed comments or images are permitted; and
 All jewelry must be appropriate for Cristo Rey Philadelphia.
Vest
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A dark blue sweater vest with the school emblem is optional to be worn during the summer and
spring, for work, on days of worship, and for special occasions to be announced. Students
should purchase the school’s sweater vest.
Hairstyle
Hair is to be neat, clean, properly combed of modest and professional length, and a natural color.
 Mohawks, afros, baldheads, dyed hair or designs are not permitted;
 Eyebrow parts are not permitted;
 Moustaches and goatees may be worn if they are cut close, neat and properly groomed;
and
 Single hair parts are acceptable.
Make-up/Cologne
Make-up and nail polish are not allowed. Minimal or no cologne use is suggested.
Tattoo
No visible tattoos are permitted.
Sweaters
School sweaters are optional during summer and spring. Student should wear sweater in the
winter.
 No outerwear: jackets, sweatshirts, sweaters or other pieces of outer clothing are
permitted inside the school or workplace. Cristo Rey sweatshirts are permitted;
 Students should purchase the school’s sweater; and
 All outerwear must be kept in student’s locker.
Hats/Sunglasses
Hats, caps, visors, sport headbands, hair scarves, scarves and sunglasses are not permitted.
Proper uniform attire for FEMALE students is as follows:
Skirts
A plaid skirt will be worn and purchased from Flynn & O’Hara Uniform Company. Skirts must
be no shorter than the top of the knee when standing. Charcoal grey dress slacks may also be
worn.
Shirts
Only a white button-down shirt or blouse is permitted.
 All buttons must be buttoned at all times, only with the exception of the top button;
 Undergarments should not be able to be seen;
 Long sleeve undershirts will not be permitted under short sleeve white dress shirts; and
 Navy polo shirt with Cristo Rey Philadelphia emblem will be worn in the spring.
Tights/Socks
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Solid tights (no shine) in navy, grey, black or white may be worn.
 Solid navy, grey, black or white knee-high socks are permitted in excessive hot weather;
 Designs (fish net, polka dot, checker, or stripe) are not permitted;
 Bright colors, such as, red, pink, orange, green, purple, yellow are not permitted; and
 Non-matching tights/socks are not permitted.
Shoes
Black, patent, or synthetic leather and suede dress shoes are permitted.
 No open-toed or high-heeled shoe; and
 Sneakers, boots, Vans, (or Van-like shoes), Ugg boots/slippers or sandals will not be
permitted.
 Student’s shoes must remain on their feet at all times.
Jewelry
Jewelry is limited to tasteful earrings worn on the ear lobe (no larger than a quarter and no name
earrings), an appropriate necklace worn underneath the shirt and a watch or bracelet.
 No nose, tongue, eyebrow, lip or any other facial piercings are permitted;
 No silicone bracelets with inappropriate printed comments or images are permitted; and
 Costume jewelry (thick metal bracelet) will not be permitted. All jewelry must be
appropriate for Cristo Rey Philadelphia.
Make-up/Perfume
Make-up should be appropriate, modest, and tasteful. Excessive make-up is not permitted.
 This includes eye shadow and nail polish. Red, pink, and French-nail are generally
considered acceptable; and
 Fingernail length should be kept at a moderate size. Minimal or no use perfume is
suggested.
Tattoos
No visible tattoos are permitted.
Vest
A dark blue sweater vest with the school emblem is optional to be worn during the summer and
spring, for work, on days of worship, and for special occasions to be announced. Students
should purchase the school’s sweater vest.
Hairstyle
Hair is to be neat, clean, and properly combed of modest and professional style (no Mohawk,
shaved sides or pin curls), and a natural color (hair should be a solid color). We prefer the
students not dye their hair a permanent color. Rinse coloring is permitted, but must be a natural
color.
 Bright hair colors, such as, red, pink, green, blue, orange, bleach blonde, yellow or
burgundy are not permitted;
 Hair should not cover a student’s eyes;
 Hair bands, bows or ribbons are permitted;
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Hair accessory colors can vary, but should not cover the entire head;
Netted, or bandana designed hair bands/bows are not allowed; and
Eyebrow parts are not permitted.
Sweaters
School sweaters are optional during summer and spring. Student should wear the sweater in the
winter.
 No outerwear jackets, sweatshirts, sweaters or other pieces of outer clothing are permitted
inside the school or workplace. Cristo Rey sweatshirts are permitted;
 Students should purchase the school’s sweater; and
 All outerwear must be kept in student’s locker.
Hats/Sunglasses
Hats, caps, visors, sport headbands, hair scarves, scarves and sunglasses are not permitted.
Students consistently violating the school’s dress code policy will receive a disciplinary
consequence from the Dean of Students.
FOOD ON SCHOOL GROUNDS
Food and beverages are to be enjoyed in the Social Hall and students are expected to clean up
after themselves.
 Eating, drinking, or chewing gum is not permitted in classrooms, the lobby or hallways,
before class, during class, after class or after school;
 Eating is permitted in the Social Hall during designated lunch periods and before or after
school;
 Eating is permitted outside of the school in the courtyard areas and students are expected
to clean up after themselves;
 Food will not be permitted in the school building; and
 Only water in a clear container will be permitted in the school building.
Students should eat breakfast before arriving to school or eat breakfast provided in the Social
Hall. Outside snacks (soda, chips, etc.) will not be permitted during lunch period. Great efforts
are made to maintain a clean school environment. Administration, faculty, staff, and students are
responsible for keeping all areas of the school and outside clear of trash.
BUILDING AND GROUNDS
Students must demonstrate respect for any property/building where school activities are
conducted, including off-site, athletic, and campus ministry activities. Proper care of the building
as well as the furniture at these sites is a direct responsibility of each student.
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Any student who defaces and/or damages property (such as computers, phones, machinery,
walls, lockers, desks, chairs, tables, or windows) is required to PAY for the damage. The school
may prosecute graffiti and vandalism offenders to the fullest extent of the law.
LOCKERS
Lockers are the property of Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School. They are provided to ensure
the safe keeping of students’ school materials and personal belongings. Students are expected to
keep their lockers neat and orderly. Administrators may conduct locker inspections at any time.
Locker Decoration
No pictures or stickers are to be affixed to the lockers on the outside. Nothing permanent may be
put on the inside. No adhesive may be used to attach pictures and such to lockers; only magnets
may be used. Only items of an appropriate nature will be allowed in lockers.
Locker Security
Each student must ensure that his/her locker is closed, locked, and secure.
 Students may only use the locker assigned to him/her;
 Only school-issued locks may be used on lockers;
 If a lock is lost, it is the student’s responsibility to inform the administration immediately;
 Unapproved locks will be removed from school lockers. A replacement fee of $5.00 will
be charged for lost locks; and
 Personal items of great value should not be kept in a locker overnight. The school does
not assume responsibility for lost or stolen items.
STUDENT SEARCHES
Students may be subject to a search of the belongings on their person. School authorities at times
may search places such as lockers, desks, and other school property, as well as personal effects
left in those areas by students without notice to or consent of students and without search
warrants. Inappropriate items will be confiscated at the discretion of school officials and
disciplinary consequences may be given.
All lockers and other school areas provided for student-use on school premises remain the
property of the school and are subject to inspection, access for maintenance, and searches.
School authorities are allowed to search any area of the school.
MEDICATION POLICY
It is the policy of our school that students carry no drugs or medication. All medications are to
be administered by the principal or his/her designee only. If it is necessary for a student to
take medication during school hours, it must be in the original container and must be
accompanied by a school medical form completed by the parent/guardian specifying the time for
the medication to be given.
Medications not accompanied by the proper medical form completed and signed by the
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parent/guardian will not be administered. Only medication approved by the parent/guardian on
Cristo Rey Philadelphia’s official medical release form will be given to the student.
TECHNOLOGY/INTERNET USE
Cristo Rey Philadelphia provides Internet access to students as a research tool and means to
communicate. Information gathered from the Internet is viewed as another reference material in
school. School officials may monitor any use of the Internet.
All students are expected to conduct themselves via the Internet in a manner appropriate of
Cristo Rey Philadelphia. Any student whose behavior on the Internet demonstrates either a
serious disregard for the dignity of self and others or the reputation of Cristo Rey Philadelphia
may be subjected to disciplinary action. Students will be held responsible for material posted on
the Internet (blogs, webpages, Facebook, Twitter, etc.) regardless of whether the student used a
school, work, home, or other outside computer or when the material was posted. The failure to
follow the terms of this policy will result in the loss of privileges or disciplinary action.
Unacceptable Internet Use
The following are considered unacceptable uses of the internet/computer:
 Using the network for non-school related activities (gambling, inappropriate violent
games, etc.);
 Destroying or vandalizing computer equipment;
 Deleting resources intentionally;
 Violating the privacy of others;
 Using someone else’s account;
 Using abusive language or profanity;
 Spreading computer viruses;
 Posting other’s material;
 Sending or retrieving inappropriate material;
 Visiting social network sites such as Facebook, MySpace, etc.
 Accessing areas that would be offensive to students, teachers or parents/guardians
because of pornographic content; racial, ethical or minority disparagement; advocacy of
violence or illicit/illegal content;
 Posting personal information that would jeopardize a student’s own safety or or the safety
of another member of the Cristo Rey Community;
 Illegal use of software, freeware, or shareware or use of any software without the
approval of the school; and,
 Filming or taking pictures of faculty and staff without proper permission.
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SCHOOL DISCIPLINE SYSTEM
PHILOSOPHY OF DISCIPLINE SYSTEM
The school’s disciplinary policies have been formulated to secure the good order of the school
and prevent disruptive behavior. Central to the philosophy at Cristo Rey Philadelphia is character
development. Any action taken in the process of the disciplinary life of Cristo Rey Philadelphia
is not intended to be merely punitive, but seeks to correct and remind the student that he/she is
always responsible for the decisions and choices he/she makes and these choices affect the
relationships, goals, and mission of the school. It is the understanding of Cristo Rey Philadelphia that parents, teachers and administrators
mutually work together to help students develop personal responsibility and accountability.
Disciplinary action is taken with the clear understanding that the student has committed an
infraction deemed inappropriate by an administrator, faculty or staff member in light of the core
values of our school community.
EXECUTION OF THE SCHOOL EXPECTATIONS
The first line of execution and interpretation of these expectations is always the individual
classroom teacher or supervising adult. All adult staff and volunteers are charged with carrying
out these expectations.
CODE OF CONDUCT
The code applies to any student who:
 Is engaged in any school activity;
 Affects through his/her conduct at any other time or place the order and discipline of the
school, the safety and welfare of others, or the good reputation of Cristo Rey
Philadelphia.
Students at Cristo Rey Philadelphia have been admitted because they have expressed a strong
desire to work hard and be responsible, thoughtful individuals. As a member of the Cristo Rey
Philadelphia Community, our students are committing themselves to:
 Respect God and self;
 Respect ALL members of the Cristo Rey Philadelphia Community;
 Respect the school building and all community property;
 Put away all electronic devices during school;
 Cooperate and follow ALL assembly, classroom, mass, and school procedures;
 Complete ALL homework and class work on-time;
 Complete ALL assignments with academic honesty and integrity;
 Avoid being loud and running in the hallways;
 Keep school community clean at all times;
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Attend school daily and arrive on-time;
Arrive to each class on-time and be prepared by arriving with necessary tools to
participate;
 Avoid using inappropriate or foul language; and
 Dress in proper uniform attire everyday.
Lapses in any of these areas will be dealt with through the discipline system. Gross or repeated
conduct unbecoming of a Cristo Rey Philadelphia student is grounds for dismissal from the
school.
GANG MEMBERSHIP
We strongly believe that gang membership is dangerous for students, harmful to the safe learning
environment of the school, and destructive to the community and families we serve. Therefore,
students may be subject to immediate expulsion for gang membership, affiliation, or behavior,
which can be defined in many ways, including, but not limited to:
 Gang graffiti and/or tagging;
 Representation of gang affiliation by way of colors, symbols, signs, clothing, etc. at any
time or place, including online;
 Recruitment of students for participation;
 Violence of any kind, including verbal threats or physical harassment;
 Membership in gang-like crews;
 Tattoos of affiliation; and,
 Shaved brows.
BULLYING, HARRASSMENT, HAZING, AND INTIMIDATION
Any form of bullying, harassment, hazing, and intimidation is prohibited in Cristo Rey
Philadelphia. Finding that a student is in violation of this rule may result in immediate
suspension or expulsion from Cristo Rey Philadelphia.
For the purposes of this code of conduct, bullying is the intentional use by one or more students
of a written, verbal, or electronic expression or a physical act or gesture or any combination
thereof, directed at a target (person) that:
 Causes physical or emotional harm to the target or damage to the target’s property;
 Places the target in reasonable fear of harm to himself or herself or of damage to his or
her property;
 Creates a hostile environment at school for the target;
 Infringes on the rights of the target at school; or
 Materially and substantially disrupts the education process or the orderly operation of a
school.
These acts include, but are not limited to:
Direct Bullying
Physical: hitting, kicking, punching, shoving, and spitting.
Verbal: using a racial or sexual comment, name-calling, teasing, taunting, threatening.
Non-verbal: obscene gestures, stalking.
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Indirect Bullying
Physical: getting another person to assault someone.
Verbal: spreading rumors, gossip.
Non-verbal: cyber-bullying
Cyber Bullying
This happens when a student(s) send or post text and/or images intended to hurt or embarrass
another student(s) by use of electronic devices through means of email, instant messaging, text
messages, blogs, mobile phones, telephones, pagers, social websites (MySpace, Facebook,
Twitter, etc.), two-way pagers, or through use of YouTube video, or any other electronic means.
Reporting Bullying
All administrators, faculty, parents/guardians, staff, and students should report any information
received or witnessed pertaining to bullying, harassment, hazing or intimidation during or after
school involving Cristo Rey Philadelphia students to the Dean of Students office.
LEVEL I OFFENSES
Level I offenses will be handled by the Dean of Students. Students who are not complying
with the teacher’s expectations may be subject to detention with the Dean of Students for
the following classroom infractions:
Class Disruptions
 Excessive talking;
 Walking around during class;
 Walking out of class;
 Making sounds or noise;
 Sleeping in class; or
 Making inappropriate comments during class lesson
Disrespect of Teacher
 Unreceptive to teacher redirection; or
 Inappropriate use of gestures, voice tone, or words
Unprepared for Class
 Missing notebook, planner, other needed materials; or
 Missing homework assignments
Other Level I Corrective Actions:
 Email, letter or call home to parent;
 Meeting with Parent;
 Referral to School Counselor;
 Meeting with Dean of Students
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Late for school 2 or more times in a trimester
 Arriving to first period after 7:55am.
Missing Classroom Detentions
 Missing assigned detention given by teacher or administrator.
Student Dismissal from Class for an Entire Period
 Continuous disruption of the educational process.
Using Foul Language
 The use of profanity or offensive language towards another person.
Eating or Drinking in Building
 Refer to Eating on School Grounds Policy
Cell Phone or Electronic Device Violation
 Refer to Cell Phone/Electronic Policy
Dress Code Violations
 Refer to Dress Code Policy
Late For Class
 Arriving to class after the bell rings without a pass.
Cutting Class
 Refer to Truancy Policy
PDA (Public Display of Affection)
 Refer to PDA Policy
Hallway Misconduct
 Running, jumping or yelling in the hallways.
Students who are repeated offenders of Level I offenses will be subject to further
disciplinary actions by the Dean of Students.
LEVEL II OFFENSES
The student may be subject to immediate suspension or expulsion for the following actions:
 Gross disrespect, defiance and insubordination to a faculty/staff member or guest of the
school;
 Vandalism and destruction of school property;
 Possessing, supplying, or using tobacco or paraphernalia (lighters, matches);
 Gambling;
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Fighting;
Unacceptable internet usage;
Cheating (Academic Dishonesty);
Chronically late for class
Continuous dress code violations
Continuous missed class detentions
Dying hair (Unnatural color);
Horseplay (Play-fighting, grabbing, hitting, slapping, wrestling);
Stealing;
Forgery;
Dismissal (fired) from work;
Chronic tardiness or absence;
Continuous disregard for school expectations or classroom procedures;
Repeated interference with the progress, growth educational, development of other
students;
Bullying, intimidating, hazing or harassing another student;
False alarms, tampering with fire equipment, or arson; and
Intoxication (drugs or alcohol).
LEVEL III OFENSES
The student may be subject to immediate expulsion for the following actions:
 Possession of weapons, firearms, or explosives;
 Possessing, supplying, or buying alcohol or other drugs;
 Repeated bullying, intimidating, hazing or harassing another student;
 Indecent exposures and inappropriate touching;
 Assault on student or school personnel;
 Sexual assault; and,
 Voluntary sexual acts.
School officials shall report weapon violations to the Cristo Rey administration team
immediately. The local police will be contacted. The definition of weapons for which students
can be expelled may include, but not limited to: knives, firearms, brass knuckles, box cutters,
clubs or any other item (such as bats, pipes, sticks, etc.)
PDA (PUBLIC DISPLAYS OF AFFECTION)
Public displays of affection are believed to be distracting to a school setting. Considered acts of
PDA are:
 Hugging;
 Kissing;
 Inappropriate touching of body parts;
 Taking part in sexual activities.
Hugging in particular interferes with the flow of students through hallways. PDA is not accepted
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in the school setting because of the negative effects it has on the school and a student’s
reputation. Cristo Rey says no to PDA! Any student failing to adhere to this may be subject to a
detention or other disciplinary action by the Dean of Students.
DISCINPLARY CONSEQUENCES
DETENTIONS
Detention Process
Detentions will be held daily AFTER SCHOOL (3:35pm) for forty-six (46) minutes for Level I
offenses. Any student arriving after 3:35 pm will not be admitted, and will be issued an
additional detention. If student does not serve both detentions, Saturday Detention will be
issued. Any student that does not report to Saturday Detention will be subject to suspension
(Please see Saturday Detention p.) Detention will take place in a designated classroom.
Students will receive verbal notification by the faculty member administering the detention. The
detention list will be posted outside of the Dean of Students office daily.
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Detentions take precedence over any other school activity. Students may NOT reschedule
a detention to attend a school event or extra-curricular activity.
Detentions will be served either the day of or the day following the infraction as
determined by the Dean of Students or Teacher administering the detention.
Level I Detentions
Dean of Students will handle Level I offenses. Please see Level I infractions. Students are
expected to follow the behavior guidelines and directions stated by the teacher.
The teacher may warn the student to correct her/his behavior or may require the student to serve
a detention with the Dean if the teacher thinks it is warranted.
1. Students will be notified verbally by his/her teacher of all Level I infractions that take
place during class time.
2. The teacher will enter the disciplinary infraction into ticketing system before the end of
school day.
3. Students must report to the assigned classroom for detention with the Dean. If not,
student will be marked down for missing detention. Any student missing detention will
be issued and additional detention.
4. Students with multiple missed detentions will be subject to Saturday Detention or
Suspension.
5. Students with multiple infractions in one day will meet with the Dean and face possible
In-School Suspension.
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Level II
Administration will handle all Level II offenses. Please see Level II offenses.
SATURDAY DETENTION
Saturday detention will be issued for repeat offenses of school policies. Saturday detention
will begin promptly at 9:00am-11:00am. Any student missing Saturday detention will be
subject to suspension.
SATURDAY DETENTION DATES
September 17th
October 1st&15th
November 12th
December 3rd
January 7th&21st
February 4th &18th
March 4th &18th
April 8th &22nd
May 6th &20th
IN-SCHOOL SUSPENSION (ISS)
The Dean of Students will inform students whether they must serve an ISS of one to three days.
Students are then required to do the following:
 Schedule a meeting with the Dean of Students to discuss the incident, why it was
inappropriate, and the choice(s) that could have been made leading to a better outcome.
 A written apology is to be written when appropriate.
 Student must come to school.
 Student must complete all assignments given during his/her ISS.
 Students may NOT attend any school activities, extra curricular activities (including sport
events) while serving an ISS.
 Students are required to sign a Student Disciplinary Contract when needed. The student,
his/her parent/guardian, and Dean of Students must sign the contract.
 ISS will go in a student’s record.
OUT OF SCHOOL SUSPENSION (OSS)
Out of School Suspension is reserved for severe infractions. The Dean of Students will inform
students that they are required to serve an Out of School Suspension (OSS) as well as the number
of days that they will be suspended. Once informed, the following actions are required:
 The student (with Dean of Students) calls his/her parent/guardian to notify them of the
suspension in the presence of the school Dean of Students.
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The suspended student will need to be picked up by his/her parent or guardian
immediately. The student must leave the school property as directed by the Dean of
Students.
He/she is not allowed to participate in any school functions, nor is he/she allowed on the
school grounds without prior permission from the school administration.
A conference must be held with the Dean of Students and the student and his/her parent
before the student is permitted to return to school.
Students are required to sign a “Student Disciplinary Contract” stating the mutually
agreed upon steps that will be put in place to support the student’s growth and character
formation. The student, his/her parent/guardian, and Dean of Students must sign the
contract.
Repeated OSS will lead to his/her expulsion.
An OSS becomes part of the student’s permanent record.
DISCINPLINARY PROBATION
A student who consistently breaks the school rules or who fails to live up to the clear
expectations set for his/her conduct may be put on Disciplinary Probation and placed on a
contract established by the Dean of Students. The contract will clearly outline steps the student
must take to repair the breach he/she has caused to the school community.
The contract can last up to one school trimester. The Dean will meet with the student,
counselors, and faculty on a regular basis for the period of the contract and help assess the
progress the student is making toward meeting the provisions of the contract.
 Students on disciplinary probation may forfeit the privilege of participating in any
extracurricular activity or sport and may not attend any special school events, such as
performances, games, or dances for the entire period of the contract.
 Student will meet with his/her counselor weekly during the disciplinary probation.
 TEACHER REVIEW: At the end of the contract period, all faculty members who teach
the student will review the student’s effort to satisfy the contract and make a
recommendation to the Dean of Students.
 If the student receives a satisfactory assessment, he/she will be deemed once again a
satisfactory student and will enjoy all the rights and privileges of a Cristo Rey
Philadelphia student.
 If at the end of the contract period a student receives an unsatisfactory assessment, the
parent/guardian will be called and the student will be up for dismissal from the school.
EXPULSION
Expulsion is the loss of one’s privilege to attend Cristo Rey Philadelphia. A student may be
expelled for repeated violations of Cristo Rey Philadelphia expectations. The Dean of Students
will present the recommendation to the Principal, who will then render the decision. The student
or his/her parents/guardian has the right to appeal this decision to the President of Cristo Rey
Philadelphia. The appeal must be made directly to the President within (2) days of dismissal.
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It should be understood that some situations take place that go beyond those immediately
covered in this handbook. Cristo Rey Philadelphia, reserves the right, therefore, to respond
appropriately to those situations, especially to any that contradict the philosophy and values held
sacred by the school. Cristo Rey Philadelphia reserves the right to dismiss at any time any
student whose effort or conduct (even off of school property) is considered being inconsistent
with the ideals and goals of Cristo Rey Philadelphia. Our students are to represent Cristo Rey
Philadelphia in a positive manner twenty-four hours a day/seven days a week. Parents are
expected to cooperate with the school in teaching those human and moral values which lie at the
basis of the school’s guidelines.
STATEMENT OF AGREEMENT
Failure to read the material contained in this fact does not excuse the student from observing the
information and/or regulations stated. The Principal and/or Dean of Students retain the right to
amend the Handbook if necessary. If this occurs, Parents/Guardians will receive written notice.
Student Acknowledgment: I have read the Student/Parent Handbook for the school year 20162017. I understand the rules and will cooperate with the school in this regard.
Additionally, I hereby consent to the use of my image, likeness, name, schoolwork, and/or work
product, in whole or in part, in any and all media worldwide at any time now or in the future for
purposes of advertising and promoting Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School and/or the Cristo
Rey Work-Study Program without additional compensation. I release Cristo Rey Philadelphia
from any liability or claims arising out of the use of my image, likeness, name, schoolwork,
and/or work product, and I hereby waive any right that I may have to review or approve the form
and use of any such materials.
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Student Signature
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Date
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Printed Student Name
Parent/Guardian Acknowledgment: I am the legal parent or guardian of the student signed. I
have received a copy of the Student/Parent/ Handbook to use as a reference at home. I
understand the rules and will work with the school to support these policies.
Additionally, I hereby give my permission and grant all rights necessary on behalf of my
daughter/son to Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School, Cristo Rey Work-Study Program, their
respective agents and anyone authorized by them for the following.
Please initial each:
 ______________Take my daughter/son to and from work on their scheduled days on
school-provided transportation;
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______________ Allow my daughter/son to be interviewed or participate in surveys or
written/verbal tests generally related to either work or school;
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______________ Take my daughter/son to and from retreats, class trips, service
opportunities, athletic/extra-curricular events, and physical education classes off campus
on their scheduled days on school-provided transportation.
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Parent/Guardian Signature
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Date
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