Introduction to The Daily Planner

Dear Student:

Welcome to Marianapolis Preparatory School! You find here an environment in whichwe live, work and play, which will challenge you to achieve to the best of your abilities.

Organization is the key to your success in school; the Daily Planner is the key to yourorganization. This book, specifically designed for the Marianapolis Preparatory Schoolcalendar and daily schedule, lets you keep track of what is due when, in every class, for short-term as well as long-range planning. As you use the Daily Planner for recordingclassroom assignments, meetings and extra help sessions, conferences and other academic appointments, athletic and other afternoon and evening commitments, you willsee it as your calendar as well as a record of what you have done throughout the year.

You should have the Daily Planner with you at all times during the school day andavailable to you on your desk at home or in your dorm room. Most students have foundthat it is convenient to write down the assignment in the box representing the date and timeit is DUE, and to check off (but not obliterate) each assignment as it is completed. You may also choose to transcribe assignments given on weekly assignment sheets directlyonto your calendar so that you can see all that is due in every subject, at a glance. Yourteachers and advisors will help and encourage you in the use of your Daily Planner andwill help you to devise a strategy as to how it can best fit into your daily life.

The Daily Planner contains a list of Student Leaders and a list of activities and organizations. A partial calendar for the academic year is integrated into the Daily Planner,with vacations, exam periods, daily rotations, marking periods, and special events notedfor your convenience. Additionally, the Daily Planner contains the student handbook,which sets forth school policies on various subjects, and other information relating to yourlife here as a Marianapolis student.

As always, should you have any questions or concerns as to how to use the DailyPlanner, please ask your subject teacher or your advisor, or see Mr. Hanrahan, Mrs. Tata,or Mr. DiCicco. We hope this will be a valuable tool for you as you make your way throughthis academic year.

All the best!

Sincerely,

Joseph Hanrahan Karen Tata David DiCiccoHead of School Assistant Head of School Dean of Students

& Residential Life

Head of SchoolMr. J. Hanrahan

Assistant Head of SchoolMrs. K. Tata

Administrative Assistants Admissions OfficeMrs. T. Philippi DirectorMrs. A. Stefanik Mr. D. Harrop

Associate DirectorAthletic Department Mrs. T. KellyAthletic Director Assistant DirectorMr. E. Gustavson Mrs. K. CarterAthletic Trainer Outreach AdvisorMr. R. Drew Mrs. J. HanrahanAthletic & Program Development Coordinator Admissions InternMs. H. Stevens Ms. B. Kim

Business Office Development & Alumni RelationsChief Financial Officer Director of DevelopmentMr. D. Daniels Mrs. S. AndersenBursar Director of Alumni RelationsMrs. J. Nichols Vice-Chair, Trinity FoundationStudent Services Coordinator Mr. C. BaronMrs. P. Durand External Affairs and Advancement Officer

Ms. E. AllenDeans OfficeDean of Students & Residential Life Communications OfficeMr. D. DiCicco DirectorAssistant Dean of Students & Residential Life Mrs. D. CreedMr. J. Sumner External Affairs and Advancement OfficerAthletic & Program Development Coordinator Ms. E. AllenMs. H. StevensInternational Student Coordinator School NurseMs. B. Zhang Mrs. D. Burke

Librarian Director of College PlacementMs. C. Wakely Dr. E. Sembor

FACULTY

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EnglishMs. B. Edstrom, ChairMr. H. MerjianMrs. M. MurphyMr. S. MurphyMr. D. Ernst-Schafer

HistoryMr. W. Hatzberger, ChairMrs. J. BenedictMr. W. BenedictMr. D. DanielsMr. D. DiCiccoMr. A. GustavsonMr. E. GustavsonMrs. T. KellyDr. E. SemborMr. J. Sumner

Modern LanguagesMr. J. Parodi, Chair Mrs. K. Bowley Ms. L. Krejmas

Ms. A. ZhangMs. B. Zhang

ScienceMrs. M. Parker, ChairMs. C. AhlbornMr. R. DrewMr. R. HessMs. R. Pouy

English as a Second LanguageMrs. K. Bowley, ChairMr. S. SheridanMrs. M. ViensMrs. M. Vitale

MathematicsMs. I. Kolasa, Chair Mrs. P. GuilbaultMr. R. HessMr. D. Lowe Mrs. K. TataMr. A. Vitale

Performing ArtsMs. K. SeawardMr. D. Sheerin Mr. R. Sloat

TechnologyMr. J. Zientek, ChairMr. D. AdilettaMr. R. Rawcliffe

TheologyFr. T. Roth, MIC, ChairMrs. J. BenedictMr. A. Gustavson Mr. W. HatzbergerMrs. M. MurphyMs. H. Stevens

Visual ArtsMrs. R. Patenaude, ChairMs. K. Ryan

SENIOR LEADERSHIPSenior Peer Leaders

The Senior Peer Leaders are part of a team that creates a supportive environment thatempowers them and the members of the freshman class to make healthy, positive decisionsand to achieve their fullest potential. As they meet with their freshman groups, they playa major role in reducing the fears and uncertainty that many freshmen feel as they enter anew environment. The Senior Peer Leaders not only understand the mission of the school,but also live it.

RESIDENTIAL ASSISTANTSThe Resident Assistants are a group of students whose goal it is to develop a sense of community and home within the dorm environment. Resident Assistants are juniors andseniors on their hall who assist the Residential Faculty with management of the dorm, runhall meetings during Sunday night dinner, and offer students a place to turn when adviceis needed regarding the issues of life in a communal setting.

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETYAmong the highest honors at our school is to be inducted into the Marianapolis Chapterof the National Honor Society. Members are chosen from the sophomore, junior and senior classes. A student must have a cumulative G.P.A. of 3.5 after a minimum of onesemester at Marianapolis Preparatory School with honor roll status for consideration. Thestudent must also satisfy the Society’s criteria of Character, Leadership and Service.Specific criteria regarding these three areas can be found in the Marianapolis PreparatorySchool National Honor Society Guidelines.

WELLNESS LEADERSThe Wellness Leaders are highly motivated, enthusiastic members of the junior class whowill help to facilitate a course aimed at educating the sophomore class on a variety ofhealth related issues. Traditionally, we assume that the absence of injury and illness meansthat we are well; however, these student leaders will challenge that assumption and focuson a more holistic view of health—a view that includes a sense of our physical, mental,social, and spiritual well-being. Imparting this inclusive view of health to the sophomoreclass, while encouraging open discussion is the goal of the Wellness Leaders.

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Taylor DownsCarolyn EganSara Morrow

Fan YangBenjamin Gaudet

Yilin Wei

Seth AubinEmily Audet

Jamie Barrette

Cathleen CasilloSydney LatourOlivia Mandil

Liam AdamsCathleen Casillo

Henry EllisEmily Emilio

James ScheuritzelAnna Werge

Matthew BaronowskiJocelyn Cacciapuoti

Thomas CahillSeung Yeon (Clara) Chu

Evan CosentinoCatherine Dee

Carolyn EganNicholas FontaineTimothy GaudionMarissa Iamartino

Rafal Lachcik

Jung LeeShannon Mitchell

Sara MorrowRebecca Shea

Robert Van Nort

Johnny Morales Haeng Sa Kong

Jung LeeJae Min Park

Thien (Peter) Nguyen

Sam Elizondo Tiancheng (Leo) JiaoYuxin (Rebecca) Fan

Sabira MoradiKai (Catherine) Kang

Marianella RiveraGhawon (Grace) Paik

Clara ChuMegan McDermottFan (Alice) Yang

Class of 2012 Class of 2013

STUDENT COUNCIL & CLASS OFFICERSAlso of great importance is to be named to a position of student leadership. Each positioncarries with it differing responsibilities, but all of these positions carry the same basicexpectations. i. Leadership. Student officers are called upon to lead by example, abiding by all of the

expectations of the school community. In return for their leadership, they have the right to expect a similar level of support of school rules from their peers.

ii. Character. Student officers are to exhibit a positive attitude, contributing to school spirit at all times and encouraging their peers to participate in the life of the school community.

iii. Integrity. Student officers are to embody the highest standards of integrity. They are called upon to address violations of the school expectations when observed.

iv. Compassion. Student officers support and supplement the work of the faculty in making school life enjoyable, healthful, and productive.

Student CouncilPresident Jocelyn CacciapuotiVice President Nicholas Fontaine Treasurer Emily AudetSecretary Rebecca Shea

Class of 2012President Marianella RiveraVice President Ghawon (Grace) PaikTreasurer Caroline RussellSecretary Keeva ClearyStudent Council Melanie MillsCSR Sara Morrow

Class of 2013President Ryan KellyVice President David FordTreasurer Kai (Catherine) KangSecretary Cathleen CasilloStudent Council Samuel ElizondoCSR Anna Werge

Class of 2014President Griffin KellyVice President Caitlyn Faucher Treasurer Lauren GeorgeSecretary Jeremiah KnipeStudent Council Michaela YoungCSR Lauren Welcome

*CSR-Community Service RepresentativesElections will be held in September for the Class of 2015 Officers.

Class DuesClass dues are vital to the financial stability of each class. School policy mandates the collection of dues at the following annual rate. This fee must be submitted to the classtreasurer by November 1.

Freshman Year: $15.00 Junior Year: $20.00Sophomore Year: $20.00 Senior Year: $25.00

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CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 2011 - 2012

CLUB FACULTY SPONSOR

Amnesty International Mrs. Carter

Appalachia Service Trip Mrs. Kelly

Art and Spirit Club Mrs. Patenaude, Ms. Ryan

Captains Council Mr. Sumner

Chinese Language and Culture Ms. Zhang, Mrs. Carter

Chit Chat Club Mrs. Bowley

Disaster Relief Mr. Hatzberger

Dorm Council Mr. Sheridan, Ms. Stevens, Ms. Allen, and Mr. Lowe

Green Knights Mr. Hess

Host Family Program Mrs. Kelly

Math and Science Center Ms. Kolasa, Mrs. Parker

Math Team Mr. Hess

Mock Trial Ms. Edstrom

Model U.N. Dr. Sembor

National Honor Society Mrs. Guilbault

Nursing Home Volunteers Ms. Krejmas

Peer Leadership Mr. Parodi, Ms. Seaward

Resident Assistants Mr. Sumner, Mrs. Vitale

Science Society of Marianapolis Mrs. Parker

Student Ambassadors Mr. Harrop, Mrs. Kelly, Mrs. Carter

Student Council Mrs. Benedict

Student Technology Mr. Adiletta

Wellness Mrs. Benedict, Ms. Stevens

Writing Center Ms. Edstrom

Yearbook Mrs. Patenaude, Ms. Ryan, Mrs. Creed

If you are interested in any of the listed activities, please contact the appropriate facultyrepresentative for further information. If you are interested in forming another club ororganization, please see Mr. DiCicco.

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SCHOOL CALENDAR 2011 - 2012

AUGUST 31 Dormitories Open 3:00 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 1 New Student Orientation 10:00 a.m.2 Opening Day3 - 4 *Closed Weekend – Residential Orientation5 Labor Day – School Closed6 Classes Begin10 & 11 *Closed Weekend – Residential Retreat14 Golf Tournament

*Closed weekend – all residential students must remain on campus

OCTOBER10 Columbus Day – School Closed14 &15 Parents Weekend/Homecoming 2011 (dorms remain open)28 1st Quarter Ends30 Admissions Open House 1:00 p.m.

NOVEMBER23-27 Thanksgiving Recess – School Closed (dorms closed) 1:00 p.m.27 Dorms reopen 3:00 p.m.28 Classes Resume

DECEMBER16 Christmas Recess – School Closed (dorms close) 1:00 p.m.24 Christmas Eve Mass 9:00 p.m.

JANUARY2 Dorms reopen 3:00 p.m.3 Classes resume6 2nd Quarter Ends7 - 8 *Quiet Study Weekend9 & 10 Semester Exams11 School Closed - Study Day12 & 13 Semester Exams16 Martin Luther King Day – School Closed (dorms remain open)

*Closed weekend – all residential students must remain on campusFEBRUARY

20 Presidents’ Day – School Closed (dorms remain open)MARCH

2 3rd Quarter Ends9 Spring Recess – School Closed (dorms close) 1:00 p.m.25 Dorms reopen 3:00 p.m.26 Classes resume

APRIL6 Good Friday – School Closed (dorms remain open)8 Easter

MAY13 Mother’s Day Mass and Brunch22 4th Quarter Ends23 School Closed – Study Day24 & 25 Final Exams26 & 27 *Quiet Study Weekend28 Memorial Day – School Closed (dorms remain open)29 & 30 Final Exams

*Closed weekend – all residential students must remain on campusJUNE

1 Prizes & Awards3 Baccalaureate and Graduation 11:30 a.m.3 Dorms Close 6:00 p.m.10 Dorms Open for Summer School 1:00 p.m.11 Summer School Begins 8:00 a.m.

JULY21 Summer School Ends (dorms close) 3:00 p.m.

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MARKING PERIOD DATES 2011-2012

First Interim: Friday, September 30

First Quarter: Friday, October 28

Second Interim: Wednesday, November 23

Second Quarter: Friday, January 6

Mid-Year Exams: January 9 & 10 January 12 & 13

Third Interim: Friday, February 10

Third Quarter: Friday, March 2

Fourth Interim: Friday, April 20

Fourth Quarter: Tuesday, May 22

A.P. Exams: Tuesday, May 8 toWednesday, May 16

Final Exams: May 24 & 25May 29 & 30

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ACADEMICS Graduation Requirements All students are required to fulfill the following course of study to achieve a Marianapolis diploma:

- Four years of English and/or ESL- Three years of math (through Algebra II) - Three years of history (including U.S. History) - Three years of lab science (including conceptual physics, biology, and chemistry) - Three years of foreign language (waived for ESL students) - Six semesters of theology

(Including Bible as Literature I, Bible as Literature II, World Religions I and World Religions II, Moral and Ethical Dilemmas and Wisdom Literature. If the sixth theology course is taken in the senior year, the course is Social Justice)

- Two semesters of either art or musicStudents are allowed to have a maximum of one study hall per semester.

Reporting Grades Reporting of grades occurs four times a year—once at the end of each academic quarter.Full academic grades, teacher comments, and advisor comments are written at the end ofthe first and third marking periods. At the end of the second and fourth marking periods,academic grades and advisor comments are written; course comments are required onlyfor those students who have earned below a C- in any course. Additionally, every studentnew to Marianapolis will receive an interim progress report after the first four weeks ofclasses; thereafter, interim progress reports will only be written about those students forwhom there is academic concern.

Every student’s advisor will formally contact his/her parents in the first two weeks of theschool year, as well as other times during the academic year on both a scheduled andunscheduled basis as needed. Advisors monitor the progress of the students in all areas,oversee their well-being at school and help with course planning. When in doubt aboutsomething concerning your child, start with his or her advisor.

Honor Roll The Marianapolis Honor Roll is published at the end of each quarter. To earn a place onthe Head of School’s List, a student must have at 4.00 Grade Point Average; a student whoachieves High Honors has a Grade Point Average of at least 3.67 and has no grade lowerthan a B-; to earn a place on the Honor Roll, a student must earn a grade point average ofat least 3.0 and have no grade below a B-.

Letter grades are given corresponding to the following numeric equivalents: B-= 80 - 82,B = 83 - 86, B+ = 87 - 89, etc.

The senior class valedictorian and salutatorian are determined by their cumulative academic averages at Marianapolis Preparatory School. These students deliver addressesat commencement.

Senior Final Exam Exemption PolicyA student enrolled in a standard or honors section of a course must earn a minimum gradeof A- for all marking periods (quarters 1-4) and mid-year exam. A student enrolled in anAP course must earn a minimum grade of B+ for all marking periods (quarters 1-4) andthe mid-year exam. The teacher may choose to implement or not implement this policy ona per class basis. This exemption is for year-long courses only.

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Dropping and Adding Courses After the first two weeks of school in September, no student may add, drop, or change acourse without an ADD/DROP slip signed by the advisor and the parent (in the case of day students). Final approval is given by the Assistant Head of School before a studentswitches course enrollment. If a drop occurs after the first interim, then the transcript willindicate a “W” for withdrawal and the grade at the time of withdrawal.

Course CreditA student must maintain at least a C- average in order to pass a course. Faculty membersare available for extra help and academic coaching. Any final mark below a C- receivesno credit and must be made up in summer school. Failure to complete summer school will result in the student’s repeating the course at Marianapolis the following year. Certaincore courses must be successfully completed in summer school in order to advance to the next grade level. Students who earn three grades below C- cannot be expected to dosummer work at an acceptable level in all three courses and will be required to repeat theacademic year.

Academic ProbationAt the end of a marking period, failure to maintain a C- average in at least four full-credit courses places the student on Academic Probation until the next marking period. A warning letter is placed in his/her permanent folder. A student on Academic Probationkeeps that status until his/her review by the full faculty at the end of the next marking period. At the end of the academic year, students on Academic Probation face one of several consequences, if they are invited to return:

1) Required summer work in an approved program; summer school grades of B- or better are required for credit.

2) Repeat the course(s) the following year.3) Repeat the entire year.

Course Selection Each spring, students, working with their teachers, advisors, and parents, read the currentcourse book and plan their classes for the next year. They may schedule an appointmentwith the Assistant Head of School to finalize their program for the following year. Since tentative schedules and course choices are mailed over the summer, it is hoped thatcourses will be adjusted then. Although it is possible to adjust courses up to two weeksinto the term, this should be avoided if possible.

Honors Courses Students are placed in an honors or Advanced Placement section of a course at the discretion of the department chair. These sections are limited in size and are highly selective based on demonstrated performance as well as ability. At the end of each year,each department decides which students should be placed in honors or AP sections for thefollowing year. In the case of a difference of opinion the Assistant Head of School will consult with the teacher, department chair, parent and student in order to arrive at thecorrect placement. All students in Advanced Placement courses are required to take thestandardized AP exam in that course in May.

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DRESS CODE We expect that Marianapolis students will comport themselves at all times in accordancewith the School’s mission of Character, Compassion, and Integrity. Proper conduct underthese principles extends to the student’s personal appearance.

The school enforces a dress code in the belief that high standards of dress and neatness areimportant and necessary in creating an orderly atmosphere conducive to learning. Thus,we expect that students be appropriately dressed for every occasion while on campus andwhile representing Marianapolis Preparatory School off campus. As an outward sign ofthe respect they are taught at Marianapolis; to have respect for themselves and for theother members of our community, we trust that the students are able to exercise good tasteand judgment in matters of dress, even while expressing their individuality.

We ask that all students be modestly dressed. In the case of differences of opinion, the Dean of Students is the final arbitrator on what does and does not communicate appropriate dress and appearance.

The daily dress code consists of the following options only:

BOYS

AppropriateShoes:

• Leather dress shoes or boots • Socks must be worn with shoes

Pants:• • Docker-style slacks with belt

Shirts:• Option #1: Dress Shirt and Tie• Option #2: Solid Turtleneck Shirt• Option #3: Marianapolis Polo Shirt

• Short or long sleeved• All shirts should be tucked in. • Sweaters & Blazers are optional

and may be worn over dress shirts or turtlenecks

Hair & Jewelry:• Neat & Well-Trimmed

• above the shirt collar • above the eye brow• above the ear lobe

• Faces should be clean shaven daily • Necklaces, pins, etc are optional

InappropriateShoes:

• Athletic shoes, sneakers, sandals • Work or hiking boots • Any shoes with a boot-like sole

Pants:• Jeans or any pants made of denim • Frayed pants that scrape the ground • Trousers that expose underwear • Patch-pocket or camouflage pants

Shirts:• Sweaters should not be worn over the

Marianapolis Polo Shirts • Sweatshirts or sweaters with hoods • Winter jackets and sweat-shirts are

only to be worn outside school buildings; never within including the study hall, library, and dining room during the academic day.

Hair & Jewelry:• Mustaches, beards, scruff • Earrings or facial piercings • Head coverings (hats, bandanas, etc.)• Extreme hairstyles (unnatural coloring,

styling, etc.)

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Jackets, hats and gloves may be worn by either gender when traveling between buildingsin the colder weather, but must be removed upon entering the next building

**Clothing that is tight and/or revealing is not acceptable.

Uncertainty regarding the appropriateness of an item of clothing should be addressed beforethe item is worn. This process is encouraged by the Dean of Students. Should there be any question about the appropriateness of a student’s appearance, the student in question isexpected to see the Dean of Students immediately for a clarification. Students in violation ofthe above dress code could be asked to (a) change into appropriate spare attire in their locker(b) cover themselves with something appropriate from the “loaning closet” or (c) return homeor visit the hair stylist to correct the situation before being allowed to return to school. Any academic work missed as a result of this will be counted as zeros.

AppropriateShoes:

• Close-Toed Dress Shoes Including:• Pumps • Flats • Heels• Dress Boots

Attire & Demeanor:• Option #1: Collared, Button-Down

Blouse • Option #2: Solid Turtleneck Shirt • Option #3: Marianapolis Polo Shirt• Option #4: Modest Dress

• Polos may be short or long-sleeved and should be tucked in

• Sweaters & Blazers are optional and may worn over collared blouses, turtlenecks or dresses

• Modesty includes covering the chest, midriff and legs with the hem or slit falling within two inches of the knee or longer

Skirts, Pants & Leggings:• Traditional dress slacks • Skirts with hemlines or slits within two

inches of the knee or longer • Leggings worn underneath dresses or

skirts that comply with the above criteria

InappropriateShoes:

• Athletic shoes, sneakers, sandals • Work or hiking boots • Any shoes with a boot-like sole • Open-toed shoes • Crocs or other similar footwear

Attire & Demeanor:• Shirts made of stretch or knit material • Blouses or dresses revealing cleavage • Any outfit that exposes the midriff • Outfits revealing any type of

undergarment • Sweatshirts within the school building• Backless shirts or dresses • Sweaters should not be worn over

Marianapolis polos • Extreme hairstyles (color, style, etc.) • Facial piercings

Skirts, Pants & Leggings:• Jeans or any pants made of denim • Frayed pants that scrape the ground • Trousers that expose underwear • Patch-pocket pants• Skirts with hemlines or slits more

than two inches above the knee• Leggings in lieu of appropriate pants,

skirts or dresses

GIRLS

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SPECIAL DRESS CODE CONSIDERATIONSMass attire:

When mass is celebrated at school, we honor a special dress code appropriate for the celebration of a sacrament. This is sacred time in our school calendar and therefore dictates amore formal demeanor out of respect for the Catholic tradition. We also implement MassAttire for many of our honored guests who address the student body in the Chapel.

Turtlenecks and Marianapolis polo shirts are not permitted for Mass Attire.

Casual / Dress Down attire:On certain days of the year, exceptions are granted to specific groups of students by theDean of Students to follow a relaxed version of the dress code referred to as “casual” or “dress down”. Students are still expected to retain the expectations of modesty anddecency, but normal dress code expectations of what type of clothing can be worn isexpanded. Clothing must still be in good repair, free of tatters, rips, or stains. Skirts andshorts must still be within two inches of the knee and all clothing must still cover allundergarments, cleavage, and mid-drifts.

Athletic Team Spirit Day attire:On certain days of the year, exceptions are granted to specific teams by the Dean of Students to demonstrate school pride in its teams. On these days all members of theteam must participate unanimously and their athletic jerseys may be warn in lieu of theappropriate alternative in the normal dress code. The rest of the dress code remains ineffect for pants, skirts, shoes, and jewelry.

Graduation attire:

Boys• Dress Shirt, Pants, Tie & Jacket

or• A Business Suit

Girls• A Modest Dress (as defined above)

or• A Skirt with a Collard Blouse

Boys• Khaki Color Dress Pants

• A belt is mandatory• White Long Sleeve Dress Shirt • Navy Blue Blazer• Marianapolis Tie

• issued the day of graduation practice• Dress Shoes

• socks are mandatory

Girls• Solid White Dress

• Shoulders must be covered for Mass – a sweater will be fine

• No more than two inches above the knee• Don’t forget the slip if not lined

• White Dress Shoes• More than 50% white – can have

some color• Open toed-shoes, sandals, flats are fine• No beach wear/beach flip flops

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ABSENCES

Philosophy in Regard to Missed School DaysMarianapolis Preparatory School’s firmly held belief is that meaningful information andvaluable exchanges occur during scheduled classes and over the course of the school day.Our experience shows that students who miss even a very few classes tend to do less wellthan those who are regularly in attendance. Furthermore, given the relatively small sizesof Marianapolis classes, missing students often disrupt the rhythm and balance of givensections actually hindering the learning process for others. Finally, teachers are oftenunnecessarily put out when a student misses class whether it is in the form of having to create different make-up tests or simply meeting with a given student to cover missed material. Therefore, every part of our community suffers if a student is absent.Specifically, the missing student, his/her classmates as well as the teacher are put at a distinct disadvantage in such situations.

Excused Absences Marianapolis carefully limits the instances when an absence is considered excused.Acceptable excuses for missing school are as follows:

Illness Specifically, illness that is of such a severe nature that the student is unable to attend schoolat 8:00 A.M. In the event of such a situation, the following procedures must be followed:

• Day Students: A parent or guardian must call the Main Office or the Answering Machine prior to 7:45 A.M. on the day of the illness at 860-923-9565.

• Boarding Students: The student must inform the houseparent before 7:30 am. The houseparent will then judge whether the student should report to the Health Center for evaluation or may return to bed in their rooms and be visited by the nurse at a later time.

• If the student feels somewhat better as the day progresses, he or she may come to school; however, he/she must be in school prior to 10:45 A.M. so as to be allowed to be allowed to participate in any sport or extracurricular activities that day.

• Equally important, he or she may not be present at any school function (games, shows, dances, etc.) on the day of an illness.

In-School Illness In the event that a student becomes ill during the school day, he or she will be required to seeand/or to be excused by the school nurse and/or an Administrator On Duty prior to leavingschool. All other rules related to illness (as noted above) apply after such an excuse is grantedand the student is taken home. He or she may not be present at any school function (games,shows, practices, dances, etc.) on the day of early dismissal.

College Visit The Dean of Students must receive parental approval at least three days in advance of theabsence. The student is responsible for discussing the absence with his/her teachers priorto the date of absence. The teacher and student will devise a plan for the completion of thework missed.

Family Emergency In the event of a family emergency requiring a given student to miss some or all of a schoolday, the Dean of Students must be informed immediately upon the need for such an absence.Arrangements for the completion of all work will be made immediately upon return.

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Medical Appointment Although we encourage any attempt to schedule such appointments so as not to conflict withschool hours, we do understand how difficult it is to make such appointments and that, fromtime to time, missing of classes for this purpose is unavoidable. In such instances, however:

• The Dean of Students should be alerted of the necessary absence in advance. • The student is responsible for discussing the absence with his/her teachers prior to the

date of absence. The teacher will arrange for the completion of all work by the close of the next school day.

• The student should return to school from the medical appointment with a signed note from the professional office confirming his or her presence at the time indicated.

Special Circumstances Given the varied talents and broad-based expertise of our student body from time to time,students will need to miss school in order to participate in some unique and/or special events.

In the same vein, there may, at times, be situations that, while not technically “family emergencies”, are nevertheless beyond a student’s or parent’s control and necessitate missing one or more school days. In such instances, parents must inform the Dean ofStudents to explore possible options. The student will be responsible for discussing theabsence with his/her teachers prior to the date of absence. In accordance with schoolpolicy, the teacher will arrange for the completion of all work prior to the date ofabsence. Any violation of any of the above will cause the absence to be treated as anunexcused absence.

IMPORTANT REMINDER: Residential students and parents are reminded to arrange all vacation plans well in advanceto avoid sold-out flights. Equally, students and parents are responsible for arranging theirown transportation to and from campus.

Unexcused Absences All other absences (including early departures or late returns from regularly scheduledschool vacations) will be considered unexcused if proper notice is not provided to the Dean of Students and in such cases the following rules apply:

AcademicA student who misses any graded exercise (quiz, test, paper due) will receive a failing gradeon that exercise. Faculty will not be expected to offer extra-help to students who have missedclass due to an unexcused absence.

Extracurricular/Athletic A student with an unexcused class absence or general unexcused absence on a given day willnot be allowed to participate in or to attend any extracurricular, dramatic or athletic eventthat occurs on the day of the unexcused absence.

Disciplinary A student with an unexcused absence will serve a detention for every class or commitmentmissed during such an absence. Parents and students alike are reminded that the serving ofmore than three detentions during a quarter will necessitate disciplinary review.

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HEALTH SERVICES

The local hospital, Day Kimball Hospital, is 4 miles from campus. The hospital providesemergency treatment, x-ray services, CAT scans, MRI’s and outpatient laboratory services toour students. Inpatient treatment will be arranged through our School Nurse.

There are two orthodontists in Putnam. After consultation with the student’s family orthodontist, the local practitioners will be able to continue orthodontic work for our dormitory students. Parents should contact the Health Center if they wish to have us coordinate their child’s treatment. For emergency dental work, the staff will contact one ofseveral local dentists, using whoever is able to fit in the emergency most quickly.

Our on-call local physician is a local family practitioner. All visits to doctors, dentists, physical therapists or any other medical appointment will be billed directly to the parents.

Regardless of athletic involvement, every student must have a complete Physical ExamPRIOR to his/her arrival on campus. No student may start to participate in sports withouta current physical.

The Health CenterThe Health Center is staffed by a Registered Nurse who may do physical assessments ofcommon illnesses and injuries, under the direction of the on-call school physician. Thenurse will administer medications and/or determine the course of action in accordancewith the instructions of the school physician. Whenever possible the nurse will coordinateand continue treatments prescribed by the student’s own family physician.

Our approach is to treat the whole person and teach good health practices. The nurse isskilled and willing to discuss private health issues or anything else about which studentsmay have questions. The School Nurse is the sole custodian of medical records for everystudent enrolled and is required to maintain a complete medical record in accordance withstate infirmary licensure regulations

The Health Center is open Monday through Friday beginning at 7:30 am. Students areexpected to see the school nurse between 7:30 and 7:45 am and be assessed by the schoolnurse if they are ill and believe that they might miss class that day. In the event that a student needs care after the Health Center is closed, the Administrator on Duty (AOD) willbe on-call to coordinate care for the student.

Administration of Medication Policy Marianapolis Preparatory School has a clear and firm policy regarding the administrationof prescription and nonprescription medications. All medications for students, includingprescription and over-the-counter, need to be processed by the School Nurse. Students arenot allowed to possess, administer, ingest or otherwise take medication without theapproval of the School Nurse.

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Accidents & Emergencies If a student is injured or involved in an accident during a school event, the faculty memberin charge, or an adult delegated by him or her, shall immediately report the incident to 911and/or the Administrator on Duty and follow standard First Aid procedures. The schoolwill attempt to contact the parents and reserves the right to act In Loco Parentis if the parents are unavailable in an emergency situation. Emergency treatment authorizationforms are kept on file at the local hospital and with the Administrator on Duty.

Counseling Services The goal of the Head of School, Assistant Head of School, Dean of Students, and all teachers/advisors at Marianapolis Preparatory School is to provide students with a safe, appropriate and effective resource for managing the difficulties of everyday life.Counseling services, both academic and behavioral, are provided on various levels. Thestudent will be referred to the level that best meets his or her needs.

SPIRITUAL LIFE

Although Marianapolis Preparatory School is a diverse community in many aspects,including the religious, we are a Roman Catholic School. Nonetheless, it is important thatour students learn to respect one another and live peaceably with our differences. Boys andgirls from a wide variety of faiths and backgrounds live together, forming friendships andfinding that respect for one another is the ultimate expression of respect for one’s self.

Our Chaplain works with students interested in pursuing their own spiritual growth,regardless of their religious tradition.

The Chapel at Marianapolis is where we gather many times each year for services of blessing and celebration, penance and Thanksgiving. In addition to attending Mass, eachstudent makes an annual retreat, and students can participate in Right to Life activities,Youth Ministry camps and conference, and the Eucharistic Ministry.

Our six-semester theology requirement includes compulsory courses in Bible asLiterature I, Bible as Literature II, World Religions I and World Religions II, Moraland Ethical Dilemmas and Wisdom Literature as well as a selection of semester courses that the students may choose from. If the sixth theology course is taken in thesenior year, the course is Social Justice.

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RESPONSIBILITIES AND OBLIGATIONSDISCIPLINE

PHILOSOPHY Each student at Marianapolis is expected to be thoroughly familiar with the School’s philosophy, procedures and practices concerning student behavior as outlined in this Handbook.

The rules at Marianapolis are few, fair and based upon commonly accepted principles ofrespect, decorum and personal responsibility. Understanding and abiding by these rules isbasic to the integrity and success of our community. Some precepts to bear in mind as youreview our rules are:

• More than anything, our rules derive from and are dedicated to the maintenance of our creed: CHARACTER, COMPASSION and INTEGRITY. Everything we do is in support of these three defining traits.

• Marianapolis Preparatory School hopes and expects its students will learn to become more responsible as they grow older. While we will hold all students to the highest standards, the School appropriately expects more from our older students in terms of responsibility and accountability.

• It is intended that the rules governing student behavior and school life be to the absolute highest standard. They have proven to be workable for all who have met success here and the faculty is committed to its students understanding these rules, accepting their importance and adhering to them faithfully.

Major School Rules: The rules that follow apply to Marianapolis students during the entirety of their tenurewith us. It should be clearly understood that these rules apply to Marianapolis students at all times (during the school day, evenings, weekends, mid-year vacations, summer vacation, etc.). It should also be noted that any student present when a major school ruleis being violated who does not immediately leave the scene risks sharing equally in anydisciplinary response on the part of the school. A student risks his or her standing atMarianapolis Preparatory School if found in violation of any of the following:

Use, Possession, Distribution or Being Under the Influence of Drugs or AlcoholUse of alcohol or drugs is both illegal as well as unhealthy for students of secondaryschool age. Alcohol should have no part in the lives of currently enrolled MarianapolisPreparatory School students. At no time and under no circumstances are drugs or other controlled substances to be used by our students. The use of prescription and non-prescription medications by students is strictly governed by the Health Center.

Use, Possession, and Distribution of Tobacco ProductsMarianapolis Preparatory School is a tobacco-free environment. Use of, possession, orsale of tobacco products is strictly prohibited for students anywhere on campus and issubject to monetary fines as well as additional consequences.

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Stealing, Vandalisim, & Disrespect Toward The Property of AnotherTaking the property of another is unacceptable within our school community. Regardless ofthe inherent value of the item stolen or “borrowed”, any such violation can be met with a severe disciplinary response. Any objects found by a member of the community must be turned in to a faculty member at the first possible opportunity. Otherwise, such objects in one’s possession can be considered “stolen.” Damage or destruction of another’s property will be considered an equally serious offense. Tampering with smoke detection and fire safety equipment is dangerous and carries similar consequences as other types of vandalism.

Abusive or Cruel Treatment of Another Student or other Community MemberThreats, bullying, hazing, baiting, sexual harassment or any behavior which encroaches upon the personal rights of others will not be tolerated. If any activity makes another student feel uncomfortable, it should cease immediately or there is risk of disciplinary action. This includes not only face-to-face interactions, but also the use of social media and other technology for the same purposes.

Use or Possession of a WeaponWeapons of any kind are not permitted at any time on campus for any reason. Ornamental, play, or electronic devices resembling weapons are equally not allowed.

Dishonesty, Cheating and/or Plagiarism.Our school community is based upon the concepts of honor and integrity in all our dealings. In this context, students must be committed to their own personal honor and integrity and be clear regarding the following definitions: • Dishonesty is the willful perversion of the truth with the intent to deceive. • Cheating occurs when a student gives or receives any unauthorized assistance on

homework, quizzes, tests, papers, or projects. Some obvious forms of cheating include crib sheets, looking at someone else’s paper, or using an open book. It can take other forms as well: copying someone else’s homework, handing in work that is someone else’s, or asking your neighbor for an answer. The intent to cheat is as serious as the actual offense.

• Plagiarism is the act of using another person’s ideas, writing, or work and representing any of this material as one’s own. The following actions constitute plagiarism: • Submitting under one’s own name a piece of work, wholly or partially written by

someone else, or submitting under one’s name, without proper reference, a piece of work on which someone else has in some way collaborated.

• Changing a few words here and there from any source and using this slightly altered material as though it were one’s own phrasing and of one’s own authorship.

• Taking sentences, paragraphs, passages, concepts, data, or projects from a source written, oral or visual and incorporating them in one’s own work without using quotation marks or citing the source of the material.

• Self-plagiarism or borrowing work from oneself. Specifically, the act of submitting a paper in one course that has previously been submitted to fulfill an assignment in another.

In addition, all material submitted to any of the school publications must be original or carefully documented. Fabrication or faking of documentation or source material is clearlydishonest and unacceptable.

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Inappropriate Use of TechnologyStudents must use technology appropriately or risk losing the privilege of such access within the Marianapolis community. This includes cell phones, laptops, the network and other such devices. There is no expectation of privacy when using the school facilities and property may be confiscated if students violate the expectations set forth each year in the Acceptable Use Agreement.

Committing Any Offense in Violation of Accepted LawsAll members of our community are expected to remain faithful to and respectful of the laws of the land. Any conduct that constitutes a civil or criminal offense under any state or federal law will render a student liable to serious penalty.

Misconduct Compromising the Good Name of MarianapolisStudents must understand that their comportment and general behavior reflects not only upon them but also upon the greater school community. All students must be aware of the obligations and responsibilities that accompany the privilege of membership in our school community. This includes but is not limited to their language, dress, demeanor and decisions within the greater community.

Repeated Violations of Other School RulesOther school rules are delineated below and although a violation of a non-major school rule is, in isolation, less troubling than any of the violations listed above, a student found to have established a pattern of repeated violations of other school rules may jeopardize his or her standing at Marianapolis.

Other School Rules:• Foul language • Tardiness to class• Unexcused absence from class• Disrespect toward a faculty, staff or community member• Inappropriate behavior (including public display of affection) • Inappropriate access to dorms or other restricted areas• Sign in/out and other documentation infractions• Dress code violations• Driving violations• Other violations as faculty see fit

Consequences:Serious violation of school rules can merit a suspension from school and/or jeopardize a student’sstanding within the school. Minor violations are typically treated with Pink Slips, intended to bewarnings to assist a student understand and improve their behavior. If a student earns four pinkslips in the same quarter, then they will be issued a Detention. Some infractions are cause for a Detention by itself and Pink Slips do not need to be issued prior. The first Detention served by a student within an academic quarter will last for 1 hour at the end of the school day. The second offense will warrant a 2 hour. Detention and the third will require a 3 hour commitmenttypically served on Saturday morning. Parents of students who earn detentions will be notified.Students who earn more than three detentions within a quarter will be required to attend a meeting with the Assistant Head of School.

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TECHNOLOGYMarianapolis is deeply committed to maintaining the information technology infrastructure atthe school at a level that ensures the continued provision of the highest quality education toits students. Tampering with any electronic appliance belonging to the school or another students is considered a serious offense to our community. Students are also reminded thataccess to the Internet from any location on campus is considered a privilege and that each student should recognize his or her responsibility in having access to its vast resources.

Marianapolis Preparatory School has a right to protect its computer resources as it sees fit.The school reserves the right to monitor any and all use of its technology equipment and facilities, as well as to define what constitutes unauthorized student uses. The Director ofTechnology, Technology Staff and the Dean of Students can monitor student user accounts,files, and/or log-in sessions. Students should have no expectations of privacy when they usethe Marianapolis network, equipment, or facilities. Inappropriate use of the facilities can leadto discipline. The Director of Technology can immediately limit or suspend a student’s accessto school computer resources with notification of charges and actions to the Dean of Students.Such violations might be, but are not limited to, the following:

• Unauthorized use of school computers and/or peripheral systems and networks;

• Unauthorized access to school computer programs or files;

• Unauthorized alteration or duplication of school computer programs or files;

• Use of school computer systems and networks for committing crimes, violating civil laws, or violating school rules;

• Wastefully using finite resources such as disk space, network bandwidth, and printed paper;

• Development or transmitting of chain letters;

• Using the school computers for instant messaging or posting anonymous messages;

• Entering or transmitting of commercial advertisements or solicitations;

• Entering or transmitting of political campaign material relating to elections to be held outside of the school;

• Entering or transmitting of obscene or offensive material;

• Sexual harassment or other forms of offensive harassment aimed at others or otherwise threatening others;

• Sharing one’s own computer account with others or using another person’s accounts;

• Violation of copyright laws or using or copying software in ways that violate the terms of the license;

• Entering or transmitting computer viruses or any intentionally destructive programs; Lack of an antivirus program can be considered intentionally transmitting a virus;

• Disruption of network services;

• Connecting any device to the network without permission;

• Copying, modifying, replacing, or deleting any other user’s account of any software used for system management;

• Destruction of Schools physical or intellectual items

• Uses which violate rules developed at school which are necessitated by facilities limitations or other circumstances unique to each department;

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• “Hacking” or other unauthorized access to networks or files outside the school such as proxies or tunnels;

• Violation of any State or Federal laws concerning use or access;

• Accessing pornographic or obscene Internet sites or web pages, or downloading materials from such sites or web pages;

• Downloading of peer to peer programs for sharing files.

Students are reminded to protect and secure their personal and network passwords.Students and their families assume all fiscal and legal responsibilities that may be incurredagainst a student’s accounts accessed without permission.

Any items found posted externally on the internet are still held to the same high standardsof decency expected by an MPS student. Therefore any derogatory, inflammatory or negative posting about the school, student, parent or teacher are subject to the same disciplinary actions.

ATHLETICS At Marianapolis, athletics are an integral part of our mission to nurture the mind, body,and spirit of each student. The athletic program is seen as an extension of the values andideals developed in the academic classroom and reflects our underlying philosophy.Interscholastic sports at various skill levels enable students to practice and understand thevalues of teamwork, commitment, and sportsmanship as well as to develop a positive workethic. We seek in every athletic endeavor to teach the values of fair play and good sportsmanship, how to win and lose with poise and grace. Sports also provide students theopportunity to learn how to work with others for a common goal, how to discipline themselves mentally and physically to accomplish a difficult task, and how to gain confidence in their own abilities. By engaging in athletics, students develop key valuessuch as cooperation, resilience, personal excellence, courage, humility, and respect forothers. Each student to have some experience of the competition, discipline, and leadership involved in organized athletics and in the process have fun and get to know theirclassmates better through our programs.

Team Captains Team captains are expected to provide leadership both on the field and off. They areexpected to help the coaches with practice organization and in other activities. Captainsare the core of “team spirit” and should assert themselves in challenging, motivating andintegrating all team members.

Guidelines 1. Every student must submit a signed consent form and medical clearance form by the

first day of school in order to participate in practice or games.

2. Following an extended illness or injury, the student’s participation in sports or other activities depends on a physician’s recommendation. A student may not attend or participate in sports or activities on the day(s) of an unexcused absence as judged by the Dean of Students.

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3. All athletic practices and games are considered school obligations.

4. Students who serve as team managers satisfy their athletic requirement for that season.

5. Students may be excused from athletics because of injuries or a medically documented disability; such students are encouraged to serve as team managers.

6. If a student presents a special condition or need, he/she may petition the Athletic Director and the Head of School for an exemption from the athletic requirement. Written notification from the student’s parents stating the nature and reason for the request is required by the first day of school.

Requirements All students are required to participate in a minimum of 2 interscholastic sports.

Marianapolis Code of Athletic Conduct Marianapolis is proud of the behavior and sportsmanship displayed by its players, coaches,and fans. We value spirited and fair play as well as positive support for our players and teams.In order to ensure that our expected level of decorum continues each season and each game,we ask that all members of our community abide by the following ideals.

Marianapolis students should always: • honor visiting teams, officials, and spectators as Marianapolis guests and treat them

as such;

• remember that Marianapolis values and encourages enthusiastic and positive spectator support of MPS athletes. MPS students should always cheer for their team and not against the opposing team. They should never criticize or direct negative comments to opposing players; such disrespect for opponents is unsportsmanlike and lessens the value of rivalries. They shall confine the competitiveness of the game to the field, and in particular behave properly on the sidelines and in the locker rooms both before and after the games;

• exemplify through teamwork, fair play, and emotional control the strong moral character and pride of Marianapolis Preparatory School.

CompetitionMarianapolis competes with other New England Independent Schools in the SoutheasternNew England Independent Schools Athletic Association (SESEISSAA) and the NewEngland Preparatory School Athletic Conference (NEPSAC). SESN Division I opponentsinclude Moses Brown, Providence Country Day School, Wheeler School, St. ThomasMore, Hyde School, and Portsmouth Abbey. Our traditional NEPSAC opponents includeWilliams, Pomfret, and Bancroft School.

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GENERAL INFORMATION Class cancellations In case of emergency or inclement weather, “NO SCHOOL” announcements forMarianapolis Preparatory School will be made through our AlertNow phone and emailsystem, as well as the school web site at www.marianapolis.org beginning at 6:30 a.m.Please make sure that parental contact information is kept current so that parents can benotified most effectively.

When there is a delay in the opening of school, the class that is normally scheduled at thetime of the opening will be the first class of the day and a regular schedule will follow.When a full day is canceled, that period day in the rotation will be skipped.

Insurance Students must possess health and accident insurance. If family insurance is not provided,insurance will be assigned through the school and billed to the student’s family.

Laundry Dormitory students may send personal laundry and dry cleaning to a laundry service througha private contract. (See fee schedule.) Pick-up and delivery is made weekly. Students shouldbe aware that all clothes go through bulk processing, and delicate items should not be sentto the laundry. Neither the school nor the laundry service is responsible for damage to delicate fabrics. All items should be marked with name tapes or indelible ink.

For the convenience of dorm students, there are card-operated washers and dryers in the basement of each dormitory. Additional information may be obtained from theBusiness Office.

Smoking We endorse the medical opinion that smoking is hazardous to the health of all, and maybe particularly dangerous for teenagers. To make every effort to eliminate smoking, theMarianapolis Preparatory School campus is a tobacco-free environment.

Any student caught smoking on campus or on a school sponsored event will be subject to serious disciplinary action and a monetary fine. Possession of tobacco carries the same penalties as the actual use of tobacco products.

Possession or use of tobacco outside any campus building will be subject to a $500.00 fine. Possession or use of tobacco inside any campus building will be subject to a $1,000.00 fine.

Lockers Every student is assigned a locker in the academic building with a combination lock. Onlypadlocks issued by the school are permitted. Special permission may be granted through theDean of Students. Other locks will be removed of immediately without warning. Studentsmay not change locker assignments without permission of the Dean of Students. Lockersmust be kept clean and orderly with no embellishments on the outside of the locker. Thosestudents in violation of these rules will forfeit their locker assignment(s). A student’s lockmust remain on the locker for the entire academic year and locked each evening when leaving campus. If a student does not retain the initial assigned lock, a replacement fee maybe assessed. There is no expectation of privacy when using a school locker or lockable spaceand the school reserves the right to search all property therein.

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Lost and Found All students are requested to label all articles of clothing as well as book bags, laptop bags,athletic equipment and books so that lost items may be quickly returned to the studentthrough advisory. Unmarked property is turned in to the Dean of Students where it may beidentified and claimed. Periodically the unclaimed items will be donated to charity afterannouncements have been made through advisory. Any objects found by a member of thecommunity must be turned in to a faculty member at the first possible opportunity.Otherwise, such objects in one’s possession can be considered “stolen.”

DAY STUDENT DRIVING RESPONSIBILITIES The ability to drive a car on campus is a privilege, not a right, and with privileges there areattendant responsibilities. Day students who have been granted the privilege of driving oncampus must obey the school’s regulations regarding safe and proper behavior.

• Drivers must possess a current valid driver’s license.

• Drivers must submit a vehicle registration form to the Dean of Students.

• Transportation of any boarding student is not permitted.

• Students may not return to their cars during the course of the day. Also, leaving the campus - for any reason - before the day’s last obligation without the permission of the Dean of Students is prohibited. In the event of illness, a student may not leave campus without first being released by the Nurse or the Dean of Students.

• Driving in an unsafe manner or at an unreasonable speed on campus (i.e., no faster than 15 mph) is prohibited.

• Drivers must obey the one-way traffic signs.

• Parking is permitted only in the designated areas. The parking areas across from the main entrance are only available to students when snow and/or ice make it difficult to drive to the lower areas.

• Drivers must not blare the radio, screech the tires or cause any other distraction on campus.

Any violation of the above expectations may result in the revocation of on-campus driving privileges.

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Residential Life Residential Life Mission Statement

Boarding school can often be an intimidating prospect. For students who have not lived awayfrom home before, the transition to boarding school life may seem daunting. At Marianapolis we are committed to helping students make this transition as comfortablyas possible. To that end, the residential life program strives to create a sense of communitysolidarity as a way to help students make Marianapolis their new home away from home.

In this increasingly complex world it is important to understand the various relationshipsthat exist between the individual and the community. The goal of the Residential LifeProgram at Marianapolis is to help students understand what is to be individuals within alarger community, and to aid students in their development as citizens who will help builda just and caring community at Marianapolis and in the larger world. This goal can only beaccomplished if individual community members are willing to be active and engaged participants in the community.

For a community to exist and function there must be present an ingrained sense of trust andrespect between the residing individuals. As in any community, Marianapolis has developeda system of expectations that sets clearly defined boundaries and orders itself around certain rules and expectations.

ExpectationsAs a member of the Marianapolis community, it is imperative to constantly remember thatone is part of a larger community. In a residential community it is important that membersrespect the rights of others and also be aware of one's responsibility to ensure both personaland community safety. It is expected, therefore, that all members of the community will conduct themselves in a manner which at all times evidences respect for oneself and others.

Respect for the dormitories: As the dormitory serves as students’ homes, it is important totreat it as such. Inappropriate activities such as ball playing, roughhousing, or vandalism areunacceptable and may result in various disciplinary actions.

Noise pollution: Any music, whether played within a dorm or outside, must be kept to a volume that can only be heard by those in the immediate vicinity.

Personal belongings: The corridors and hallways of the dormitories are not acceptableplaces to store one's belongings. Each student is given designated personal space in theirrooms as well as a lockable space to secure their valuables until the student bank is open. Students should deposit money in the student bank. Money can be withdrawnMonday through Friday from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Marianapolis Preparatory School is not responsible for money and belongings that are lost or stolen.

Prescription and non-prescription medications: All prescription medications are to beregistered with the school nurse who will be responsible for assigning a faculty member toadminister medication, if necessary. Students are prohibited from keeping any medicationin their rooms without the permission of the school nurse. Failure to comply with this policy may result in disciplinary action.

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Weekly Schedule • Evening study halls take place every academic night (Sunday – Thursday) for two

hours. Students are required to study in a mode determined by their academic standing at Marianapolis.

• Students who prefer to listen to music during study hours must use headphones. Headphones are not allowed in the Study Hall Room. On any school night the dormitoryshould remain quiet enough that anyone wishing to study or go to bed early may do so.

• Students must be• One their hall by 10:30 pm• In their rooms by 10:45 pm• Lights out for all students is at 11:00 P.M.

• Students may request “late lights”, for the purpose of study, from their house parent. If granted, only a desk lamp may be used so as not to disturb other residents.

• All student rooms will be inspected by a house parent weekly as a condition for granting weekend permission.

Weekend Schedule • Students who wish to leave campus for any reason (weekend trip, activity trip, etc.)

must check out with the house parent on duty and must have submitted their weekend permission form to the Dean of Students by the end of lunch on the previous Thursday.

• Students must check in with the house parent on duty at the following times: • Friday night: dinner, and at 11:00 P.M. • Saturday: dinner, and at 11:00 P.M. • Sunday: Mass, dinner & hall meeting at 5:30 pm and 11:00 P.M. • Brunch is served on Saturday and Sunday at 11:00 am. Students traveling for the

weekend must return to campus prior to 5:30 pm on Sunday to attend weekly hall meetings, dinner and Mass.

• On Friday and Saturday nights, lights out is at midnight.

Coed Visitation • No student may enter a dormitory of the opposite sex without permission from a

faculty member. When permission is granted, the following conditions must be met. • Coed visitation may only take place during specified times:

Friday: after dinner until 11:00 P.M.Saturday: 12:00 noon until 11:00 P.M.Sunday: 12 noon until dinner time

• During coed visitation, students must check in with the house parent on duty before they enter and when they leave. All coed visitations must take place in the common room of the dormitory. Under no circumstances should a member of the opposite sex be in another student’s dorm room.

• Violations of these regulations may result in disciplinary response for the offenders, including the loss of coed visitation privileges.

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Student Rooms • Students are responsible for day-to-day cleanliness of their rooms. Student rooms will

be inspected at least once a week by the residential faculty. Students who fail to abide by the minimum standards may be subject to denial of weekend permission and/or weekend activities. The minimum standards include but are not limited to dirty laudry picked up in a laundry bag or hamper, garbage emptied, food removed and floor clean.

• The school will furnish students with the following pieces of equipment for use during the school year: bed, mattress, desk, straight chair, dresser, and closet. The provided equipment may not be modified in any way. Students will be charged for any damages or modifications to their rooms or provided equipment.

• Because of fire and insurance regulations, there should always be clear and easy access to the exit from any part of the room.

• Students wishing to hang any posters, pictures, blankets, or tapestries must do so with tape or putty. It is prohibited to use stickers, nails, tacks, paste, or any other items of a similar nature. Nothing may be hung from the ceiling. Material displayed in students’ rooms must not be offensive or degrading in any way. Marianapolis faculty have the right to require students to remove any inappropriate materials.

• With the exception of hair dryers, fans, lamps, computers, and stereos, no electrical appliances are permitted in student room. Because of the intense heat they create, halogen lights and extension cords are not permitted in the dormitories and can be confiscated.

• Each student in the dorms is provided a lockable space for the purpose of storing valuables.

• Students are provided the opportunity to store their possessions over the summer in designated storage areas in each dorm. Items must be stored in plastic, sealed containers. Storage in cardboard boxes is not allowed due to the fire hazard.

• Additional regulations may apply depending on specific dormitory conditions.

Room Searches If the school concludes that it is in the interest of the student or community at large, a roomsearch may be conducted. There should be no expectation of privacy as the school reservesthis right at its sole discretion.

Appropriate Dress Students must wear appropriate clothing when in the public areas of the dorm. As the dormsare sometimes toured by prospective students and their parents and are supervised by facul-ty and staff in the afternoons, students should present themselves appropriately in the corri-dors and common rooms.

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Use of the Athletic ComplexThe Athletic Complex is available to students throughout the day under faculty, staff andcoach supervision. On designated evenings during the week and appointed times on theweekend, students may use the Athletic Facilities during designated “Open Gym” times.Under no circumstances should students be using the equipment or facilities without anadult member of the Marianapolis community present.

Permission To Leave Campus • Should students need to leave campus for any reason during the school day, permission

may only be granted by the Dean of Students.

• During non-academic day hours and on weekends, the Administrator On Duty (AOD), or the weekend house parent must grant students permission to leave campus.

• Faculty have the right to deny any requests.

Weekend Permission • With the exception of certain “closed” weekends students have the opportunity to leave

campus any weekend that they do not have other commitments to the school. As in any other case, students who leave the campus for the weekend should remember that they are representatives of Marianapolis and will be held accountable for their actions off-campus.

• Any student wishing to leave campus for the weekend must submit a “Weekend Permission Sheet” to the Dean of Students by no later than the lunch period on the previous Thursday.* On this sheet students will indicate specific plans for the weekendincluding location, transportation plans, phone numbers, etc. The school depends upon students to be thorough and accurate in completing this form; misrepresentation of thetruth in terms of details provided will be regarded as a serious disciplinary matter.

• The Dean of Students must also receive permission from the student’s parents via phone, e-mail, or fax. If a student is going to someone else’s home, permission is required not only from the student's parents but also from the host family.** This permission is the responsibility of the student to obtain BEFORE noon on Thursday. Students who fail to plan accordingly will need to work with the Administrator on Duty to obtain parental permission. Repeated instances of poor planning may result in students rising early the following week to better prepare for their obligations.

* Students who are on disciplinary warning, academic warning, etc. may have their weekend privileges revoked for a specific time period by the Dean of Students.

**Boarding students may obtain consent forms that grant Marianapolis discretion to permit weekend trips.

Signing-In/Out Boarding students are required to sign out of the dorm every time they leave and sign inwhen they return. Additionally, we ask students to sign in at dinner each night. Each student must sign his/her own name and may not sign for anyone else.

Similar to the academic week, students must check out with the house parent on duty if theywish to leave the dormitory during the weekend. Failure to adhere to the signing-in/out policies may result in disciplinary action.

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Riding in Vehicles As a general rule, students are allowed to take public transportation or ride in vehicles operated by a Marianapolis Preparatory School employee. Students who wish to ride in avehicle operated by any other person must have permission from his or her parents.Permission must be conveyed to the Dean of Students. Students are not allowed to ride incars driven by other students unless given permission by the Dean of Students.

Guests Guests are discouraged during the week because of student commitments. On the weekends,guests may stay overnight with the following stipulations: a) guests must stay in students' roomsof the same gender, b) by Wednesday prior to the visit, the school must receive permission and a medical power of attorney (permission to treat form) from the guest's parents,or another appropriate authority, along with any contact information and the understanding that the guest must comply with all school and dormitory rules while under Marianapolisjurisdiction. Only the Dean of Students or the Administrator on Duty may grant permissionfor guests to stay on campus.

Fire Safety Tampering with smoke detectors or fire equipment is in violation of a Major School Ruleand may have consequences as such. Dormitories will be required to have periodic firedrills to ensure the proper execution of safety regulation. Your cooperation and attention tothese instructions are important and could save lives. Remember that fire prevention iseverybody's business.

In the event of a fire/ fire alarm students should: • wake roommates • turn on lights so faculty can make quick room checks • close all windows and open shades/curtains • dress as warmly as necessary • check door handles

• do not open the doors if handles are hot• go to windows and wait for assistance• close but do not lock doors when leaving

• alert neighbors • leave buildings by assigned escape routes and proceed to check-in points • remain quiet and wait for instructions after leaving the building • always practice two escape routes.

To report a fire • Students and/or faculty who detect a fire in a building should sound the alarm. • Students should immediately exit the building and meet at the predetermined

assembly point. • Notify the fire department immediately at 911....speak clearly, giving the location of

the fire. • Dorm parents (on duty or not) must check all rooms and restrooms to be certain no

students are left in the building. • Notify the AOD.

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