Chase Collegiate School Student Handbook

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1 Chase Collegiate School Student Handbook

2 NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT Chase Collegiate School does not discriminate against any person in admission, employment, or otherwise because of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or age in violation of existing state or federal laws or regulations. TABLE OF CONTENTS NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 WELCOME 2 MISSION STATEMENT 2 COMMUNITY STATEMENT 3 PARENT ROLES 3 CHASE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL COMMON POLICIES AND PROCEDURES 4 LOWER SCHOOL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES 31 MIDDLE SCHOOL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES 35 UPPER SCHOOL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES 41 APPENDIX 54 WELCOME Dear Families: We welcome families, both new and returning, to the school year. This Handbook contains information about the procedures and policies that help our School community operate in harmony and with shared expectations. Please carefully review the important Common Procedures, which are located at the beginning of the Handbook, as well as the specific policies that are detailed for each division. They describe the thoughtful and planned way that we work with children and families. Education is an ever more challenging mission in this day and age. And it is ever more critical. Our teachers, administrators, and entire staff work hard throughout the year to fulfill the Mission that is printed below. Our Mission outlines our commitment to engage children and families in education in the broadest sense; an education that develops the individual child, fosters community concern, and cultivates life-long relationships. Please feel free to contact me, or any of the Division Heads should you have a questions. Joseph Hadam Academic Dean MISSION STATEMENT We educate tomorrow s leaders and inspire in each student a life-long passion for learning, personal achievement, and contribution to the community.

3 To fulfill our mission we: Develop each student s intellectual, ethical, creative, social, and athletic potential. Select motivated and resourceful students with diverse backgrounds and interests, intellectual curiosity, and sound character. Attract and support a talented and dedicated faculty with diverse backgrounds and interests, intellectual curiosity, and sound character. Teach clear and concise written and spoken communication, critical thinking, analytical problem solving and technological sophistication. Foster respect, courtesy, responsibility, kindness. Promote service to the community through good citizenship and concern for the welfare of others. Encourage family commitment to the life of the School. Cultivate life-long stewardship and support for the School s distinguished history and traditions. COMMUNITY STATEMENT Chase Collegiate prides itself on creating and maintaining an environment of respect and kindness for all. Our community includes students and faculty representing various backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives, all of which not only strengthen the School, but serve as an invaluable component of a complete education. We honor this commitment by continually examining our expectations of behavior, communication, and interaction among both students and faculty. Chase s Honor Code reflects those values and reminds students to maintain the appropriate code of conduct and to uphold the moral expectations of each member of the Chase community. Chase students are encouraged to explore and appreciate all aspects of diversity in a safe and positive environment. Diversity at Chase encompasses but is not limited to age, socioeconomic background, ethnicity, gender, race, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression. A school is made stronger when a variety of voices can be confidently and respectfully expressed. We aim to promote selfdiscovery and individuality and to understand, respect, and support each person's ideas and opinions. Our goal is to create an intellectually challenging community of teachers and learners that: recognizes and values a spectrum of viewpoints and life experiences; reflects the complex world in which we live; dispels stereotypes and confronts prejudice; rejects cruelty in any form; and inspires us to lead in a global society. PARENT ROLES PARENTS AND CHASE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Every independent school needs and expects the cooperation of its parents, who understand and embrace the school s mission, share its core values, and fully support its curriculum, faculty, and staff. When joined by a common set of beliefs and purposes, the school and its parents form a powerful team with far-reaching positive effects on children and the entire school community.working together, parents and school professionals exert a strong influence on children to become better educated; they also help them to mature by modeling adult working relationships based upon civility, honesty, and respect. Parents best support a school climate of trust and respect by communicating concerns openly and constructively to the teacher or administrator closest to the problem. In most cases, parental concerns should be directed first

4 to the classroom teacher, followed by the student s advisor (in the Middle and Upper Schools), and then to the Division Head, if necessary. If a satisfactory conclusion is not reached within the division, the parent should contact the Academic Dean and, finally, the Head of School. Efforts by parents to lobby other parents will be viewed by the school as counterproductive. PARENTS AND THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES At Chase Collegiate School, decision-making authority at the highest level resides in a volunteer Board of Trustees, whose membership often includes current parents. The Board focuses on three areas critical to the success of any independent school: 1) it selects, evaluates, and supports the Head of School, to whom it delegates authority to manage the school; 2) it develops broad institutional policies that guide the Head in running the School; and 3) it is accountable for the financial well-being of the School. The Board of Trustees does not intervene in the daily affairs of the School, such as curriculum development and hiring and evaluation of faculty and staff. In the conduct of its official business, the Board acts only as a whole; individual Trustees, including the Board Chair, have no authority to act unless specifically authorized to do so by the Board acting as a whole. Parents with concerns about the School or with decisions made by the administration or faculty are encouraged to inquire about and follow the school s review process, which is outlined in the previous section. PARENTS AND THE FACULTY AND ADMINISTRATION Parents play an essential and positive role in the life of Chase Collegiate School. Not only are parents advocates for their children, they also support the faculty and administration through volunteer activities and events. The relationship between parents and the faculty and administration is formally governed by the School s written enrollment contract and handbook, in which its procedures are spelled out. By enrolling their child in Chase Collegiate School, parents agree to subscribe to the School s mission, follow its rules, and abide by its decisions. Trust and mutual respect are essential underpinnings of effective working relationships with parents. While parents may not agree with every decision by the School, in most cases, the parents and School will find enough common ground to continue a mutually respectful relationship. In an extreme case, when a constructive, positive relationship cannot be maintained, the school reserves the right to deny continued attendance or re-enrollment. CHASE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL COMMON POLICIES AND PROCEDURES SCHOOL VALUES AND CULTURE THE HONOR SYSTEM The purpose of the Honor Code is to reinforce the positive values of Chase Collegiate School. It creates a community of trust among students and faculty by establishing a set of commonly articulated and understood principles to use as guidelines for right conduct. The Honor Code enhances our community agreement that all members will think independently and act responsibly, as stated in the Mission of the Upper School, and strives to instill virtue in students to carry with them throughout life.

5 The Honor Code: On my honor, I pledge my academic integrity, honesty, respect, and sportsmanship to the Chase Collegiate School community, and I will encourage others to do the same. As a member of this community I will not lie, cheat, steal or demonstrate cruelty in any form. In the Lower and Middle Schools, violations of the Honor Code are handled by the appropriate teachers and Division Head. In the Upper School, the community abides by the Honor Code though an Honor Code Constitution and an Honor Council (see Appendix). Keeping the Honor Code alive in our community is central to a safe and successful educational environment at Chase. Therefore, community members should not tolerate lying, cheating or stealing. CODE OF CONDUCT Philosophy: The most fundamental duty of any educational institution is to protect its educational environment and the physical and emotional safety of its community. Chase Collegiate School s Code of Conduct reflects these core values and establishes basic rules and expectations that all members of our community are expected to observe. These rules are established to preserve a healthy social and educational climate and to promote the smooth running of day-to-day operations of our busy school. Chase believes strongly that the purpose of discipline is to teach and not merely to punish. As such, we invest all discipline with instruction both to address specific concerns and to help guide students as they continue their journey through our school community. Our students learn that as individuals they have a role to play and an obligation to our larger community, that one is accountable for one s words and actions, and that with privilege and freedom comes responsibility. Balancing the needs of the individual with the larger interests of the group is central to all of our conversations around these issues. Students may be disciplined for conduct on or off campus or at any school-sponsored activity that endangers persons or property, is disruptive of the educational process of the School, or that violates a policy or regulation of the School. These actions can lead to disciplinary action up to and including suspension and/or dismissal. Such conduct includes, but is not limited to, the following: Major School Rules In addition to the Honor Code s standards regarding lying, cheating, and stealing, the following rules are established for the safety and well-being of the school and all its students: 1. Students are expected to treat all members of the Chase community with respect. Acts of physical aggression, threatening, hazing, or intimidation of any kind will not be tolerated, nor will the use of obscene, profane, disrespectful or harassing language or actions, including the use of racial, ethnic, homophobic, or sexual slurs that target an individual's gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, religion, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry (See Harassment Policy pg. 10). 2. Unauthorized possession, sale, distribution, use or consumption of tobacco, e-cigarettes, drugs, narcotics or alcoholic beverages; or any substance purported to be a tobacco product, drug, narcotic, or alcoholic beverage is prohibited. For the purposes of this paragraph, the term "drugs" shall include, but shall not be limited to, any medicinal preparation (prescription and non-prescription) and any controlled substance whose possession, sale, distribution, use or consumption is illegal under state and/or federal law. This

6 includes possession of paraphernalia used or designed to be used in the consumption, sale or distribution of drugs, alcohol, tobacco or e-cigarettes. 3. Leaving school grounds, school transportation or a school-sponsored activity without authorization is prohibited. 4. The defacing, damaging or destruction of school property or the property of others is prohibited. 5. Possession of any weapon (whether functional or not), fake weapon, weapon replica, or any other dangerous object is prohibited. a. A student who knows that knives, weapons, or firearms of any kind are either in a student s possession or located on campus is obligated to report this information to an adult immediately 6. Any threat or act that threatens the safety of students, other community members, and/or other persons is prohibited. School officials will comply fully with local authorities in such matters. Other School Rules Chase is a tobacco-free and smoking-free campus. A student may not use tobacco or e-cigarettes at any time, in any place, on the school property. A student must not be absent from school, class, study hall, home room period, or other required meetings without proper authorization. A student may not disrupt any class, study hall, assembly, or other group meeting or activity. A student may not use obscene, profane, disrespectful, demeaning, pejorative, or discriminatory language or gestures. Joking and teasing are not acceptable excuses for hurtful comments or behavior. A student may not misuse, destroy, or intercept official school records or school communications with parents. A student must identify himself/herself to an adult when asked, and shall obey the valid authority of teachers, supervisors, administrators, other staff members and/or law enforcement authorities. A student must observe the school dress code. A student may not possess or ignite any fireworks or other explosive materials, or ignite any material causing a fire, and/or misuse fire-protection or safety equipment. Unauthorized or inappropriate use of any school computer, computer system, computer software, Internet connection or similar school property or system is prohibited. A student may not use school equipment (i.e. telephones, tape recorders, office equipment, etc.) without the specific permission of a member of school staff. Unauthorized entrance into any portion of the school facility or aiding or abetting an unauthorized entrance is prohibited. This includes the possession and/or use of unassigned keys, key fobs or cards, passwords, or access codes to any of the School s computers, network system, or wireless system. A student may not loiter in the parking lots, in cars, in the rest rooms, or in any of the wooded areas on campus during school hours or during a scheduled school activity. A student may not trespass on school grounds while suspended from school. Throwing snowballs, rocks, sticks and/or similar objects is prohibited. A student may not engage in unauthorized and/or reckless and/or improper operation of a motor vehicle on school grounds or at any school-sponsored activity. Misuse of a laser pointer is prohibited Any action prohibited by any Federal or State law which would indicate that the student presents a danger to any person in the school community or school property is prohibited. Students may be disciplined for conduct:

7 on or off campus in an electronic community at any school-sponsored activity that endangers persons or property is disruptive of the educational process of the School or that violates a policy or regulation of the School. These actions can lead to disciplinary action up to and including suspension and/or dismissal. Students who violate a Major School Rule can reasonably expect to receive a term of suspension and/or probation, while those who break a lesser ( Other ) rule can usually expect a less serious consequence. Short of expulsion, suspension and probation are the strongest responses the school has to address incidents of concern, and should be reserved for the most serious incidents. Students are expected to understand and adhere to the Code of Conduct at all times. The administration shall, in its sole discretion, determine the nature and severity of offenses against the Code of Conduct and shall discipline students accordingly. The Division Head, working in conjunction with the appropriate teachers, other staff members, and the Head of School, as appropriate, shall determine the level of punishment that is appropriate and in accordance with the disciplinary procedures of the Division. Possible responses to infractions include: counseling by a member of the staff; issuance of a formal warning; the calling of a parent for a conference; requiring an appearance before a disciplinary body; imposition of restrictions on freedom of movement during the school day and/or restrictions on participation in activities; the removal of privileges; detention; probation; suspension; any combination of the above; and such other actions as may be deemed appropriate by school authorities. The School reserves the right to search student lockers, cars, and backpacks and/or deploy surveillance, including electronic or video, at any time and in any location (within reasonable limits) to insure the safety of its grounds, facilities, and community. A violation of the Honor Code or of a Major School Rules and/or a history of serious disciplinary difficulties constitute grounds for probation, suspension, or dismissal from the school. Probation is a specific period of time during which a student is given an opportunity to prove that he or she has learned from past mistakes and that he or she can comply with school regulations in the future. Failure to do so usually leads to suspension or dismissal. Probation also may involve the removal of privileges and/or the imposition of restrictions on participation in activities. The length and precise terms of the probation are determined by the Head of School or by Division Head. In the Upper School, Junior and Senior privileges are not extended to students throughout the duration of the probation period. Suspension is the temporary separation of a student from the school and from all school-related activities for a specific number of days. The purpose of suspension is to compel the individual to reflect on the seriousness of his or her actions and the degree to which he/she values continued membership in our school community. Suspensions may be imposed by the Head of School or by the Division Head for multiple, repeated, or very serious infractions; for violation of probation; or (in combination with probation) for major violations as defined above. Dismissal is the permanent expulsion of a student from the school and it may be effected only by the Head of School. Although extremely difficult for all concerned, such action sometimes is a necessary means of helping a student learn that standards for acceptable behavior must be seen as real and meaningful. The school is committed to the cause that every case must be evaluated on an individual basis, and extenuating circumstances always receive consideration. Nonetheless, the school will expel a student at any point during the year when the Head of School, in consultation with the appropriate advisory group, concludes that the best

8 interests of a student, and/or the school as a whole, require such action. When a student is expelled, he or she may not return to campus or attend school functions for at least the remainder of the academic year. POLICIES ATTENDANCE The School calendar for the upcoming year is published on the website in March and is provided with enrollment/re-enrollment contracts. Families are responsible for checking the calendar for dates that school is in session. Vacations should be scheduled during the provided holidays so that they do not interfere with the child s regular school schedule. We believe that there is no substitute for a child being actively present in school and we cannot duplicate experiences or lessons that are missed. Absence Students will be permitted to make up work missed due to illness, a family emergency, religious observances, or other legitimate reasons as determined by the Division Head. Students with unexcused absences will not be permitted to make up the work missed. Students with excessive absences (20 or more) may jeopardize course credit and/or grade advancement, may be asked to withdraw from the school and/or may jeopardize their enrollment contract renewal. ABSENCE DAY OF Families are asked to contact a child s division by 9 am if their child is to be absent. Lower School: ; ibelden@chas .org Middle School: ; ldawkins@chas .org Upper School: ; criebe@chas .org If a student is absent on the day of a test he/she should plan to make up the missed test on the day he/she returns to school Lower School teachers can arrange for homework assignments for absent students. After 2:00 p.m. work will be available on the table in the Camp Hall Lobby. Middle School and Upper School students are encouraged to check Veracross for assignments. Additionally, students may contact teachers directly via for see if there is any additional material or information they can have ed to them, which may not have been included on the posted homework. ABSENCE ADVANCE KNOWLEDGE Students or families who know in advance of an absence for legitimate reasons other than illness (including college visits) must contact the Division Head in advance. When advised in advance of a planned absence, the Division Head will decide if assignments may be completed while the student is away from school or in advance of the absence.

9 Teachers are not obliged to prepare work in advance or to spend extra tutorial time to assisting students who miss school for trips or vacations. In the Upper School: Students are asked to complete an Advance Absence Form at least 48 hours before the absence. The form must be signed by the parent requesting the absence. If the absence is approved by the Head of Upper School, the form must be signed by the advisor and all teachers. Except in highly unusual circumstances, students will not receive approval for extra vacation days, especially preceding or following scheduled school holidays. For absences approved by the Head of Upper School, make-up work is due on the day of return or as determined by individual teachers. Typically students are allowed the number of days absent in order to make-up missed work. Students without prior approval and a completed form on file will not receive credit for work missed during such absences. Seniors are allowed two excused absences during the fall and spring in order to visit colleges. Students who will miss school for purposes of visiting colleges must submit a College Visit Day form signed by all of their teachers and their college counselor to the Upper School Office at least 48hours in advance of their planned absence. Exams are scheduled at the end of each semester. Students may not be excused during the administration of these exams except for illness. Students who miss a scheduled examination for other reasons usually may not make it up, and will receive a grade of zero for the examination. Examinations cannot be rescheduled to accommodate family trips or other non-school related events. Middle School students arriving after 7:45 a.m. (and prior to 8:00 a.m.) should report directly to their advisor. Tardy Students are marked Tardy if they arrive in their classroom/advisory past 7:55 am. Should a student be tardy, he/she is to report to the Division Office to sign in. Tardiness is excused only if accompanied by a note from a doctor indicating that an appointment had been scheduled or if a bus arrives late to School. In order to participate in any extra-curricular activities, such as sporting events or arts performances, students must arrive to school prior to 10:30 am. Lower School: Children who arrive at their classrooms after 7:55 a.m. are marked tardy and should verify their arrival with the Lower School Administrative Assistant. Middle School: Students in grades six through eight who are tardy more than three times in a quarter will receive disciplinary action. Prompt attendance at classes is expected of students throughout the day. Teachers will establish penalties for students who are late to class during the school day. Students are advised to check in with a teacher before trying to complete any errands prior to the start of a class. Upper School: If a student is late to school and the lateness has not been preceded by a telephone call, the student must bring a note from the parent to the Upper School Administrative Assistant. Multiple

10 unexcused tardies (more than three) may result in assignment of detention or other disciplinary consequences. Early Dismissal A student may not leave campus during the school day without specific permission from an appropriate school administrator and a verified request by the parent. Any student needing to be dismissed early from school should bring a note from home to the Division Office detailing when the student is to be dismissed and if he/she is to return and at what time. The student should send that notice to the Office with the morning attendance so that that information may be shared with teachers. When that time comes for early dismissal the student is to report to the Division Office and sign out on the identified clipboard. Should the student return during the school day, he/she is to sign back in. Students leaving early must wait at the Division Office OR in the lobby of the building. Students may not be met in the parking lot or carpool line. HARASSMENT POLICY It is the policy (and one of the Major School Rules) of Chase Collegiate School that any form of harassment is forbidden, whether by students, school employees, or volunteers subject to the control of the School. Students, school employees and volunteers are expected to adhere to a standard of conduct that is respectful of the rights of students. Any student, employee or volunteer who engages in conduct prohibited by this policy shall be subject to disciplinary action up to and including dismissal. This policy prohibits sexual harassment as well as other forms of harassment based on discrimination, in accordance with our non-discrimination statement. Therefore, this harassment policy includes but is not limited to conduct harassment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, or age. While it is difficult to define harassment precisely, it includes unwelcome, hostile, or offensive conduct that discriminates against an individual or interferes with his or her right to a safe environment at the School. Harassment includes conduct and situations when: 1. submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used and/or threatened to be used as a basis for making any educational or employment decision; or 2. such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with a student s academic performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive educational environment. Although not an exhaustive list, the following are examples of the type of conduct prohibited by this policy against harassment: a. Statements or other conduct indicating that a student s submission to, or rejection of, sexual overtures or advances will affect the student s grades and/or other academic progress. b. Unwelcome attention and/or advances of a sexual nature, including requests for sexual favors, verbal comments, leering and physical touching. c. Display of sexually suggestive objects, or use of sexually suggestive, obscene, or discriminatory comments, invitations, letters, notes, slurs, jokes, pictures, cartoons, epithets or gestures.

11 d. Language or behavior that is hostile, insulting, or inflammatory regarding a person s race, ethnicity, religion, or gender, including insults based on gender stereotypes. Harassment detracts significantly from our respectful community of learners. This policy prohibits all verbal or physical conduct that is reasonably considered to create a hostile environment for another individual at the School. The School does not tolerate any type of harassment under any circumstances. A person who believes he/she is or has been the victim of harassment is encouraged to report it to the Division Head or the Head of School. He or she will be asked to make a report in writing. In appropriate circumstances, due to the age of the student making the complaint, a parent or school administrator may be permitted to complete a report on the student s behalf. Each report will be immediately and thoroughly investigated. At the conclusion of any investigation, the Head of School will determine the validity of the report and the action to be taken. Such action will be consistent with Divisional and School policy and may include a formal apology, suspension, dismissal and/or referral to legal authorities. The School will not tolerate any reprisals or retaliation that occurs as a result of the good faith reporting of charges of harassment, and/or participation in a harassment investigation. Any such reprisals or retaliation will result in disciplinary action against the retaliator, up to and including dismissal from the School. PAYMENT OF BILLS: ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE AND COLLECTIONS POLICY Chase offers four options for making tuition payments and encourages families to select the one that best suits their needs. A $1,500 enrollment deposit is due at the time the contract is submitted. That deposit is applied against tuition. The remaining tuition is payable as follows: Option One o Tuition is paid in one installment due on June 1. Option Two o Tuition is paid in two installments: o On June 1, 60% of the balance is due. o On September 1, 40% of the balance is due. Option Three o Tuition is paid in two installments: o On June 1, 60% of the balance is due. o On December 1, 40% of the balance is due. Option Four o Tuition is paid in ten equal monthly installments from May through February. There is a onetime $35 fee assessed on those choosing this payment option. For those students enrolling after May, the number of installments will be reduced accordingly. In no case will scheduled payments be allowed to extend past February 1. Families choosing Options 3 or 4 are required to purchase TRP (tuition refund plan) at a cost of 1.8% of net tuition. The TRP protects both the family and the School should the student withdraw or depart during the year for any reason.

12 If a family decides that the chosen payment plan will not work, the family should contact the Business Office to switch to a different plan. A fee of $25 is imposed. The fact that the School s tuition and fees may be paid in installments does not constitute a fractional contract and hence does not affect the obligation of the family to pay the full year s tuition. Billing statements are sent monthly indicating charges incurred for the previous month (transportation, aftercare, school store, and others) as well as the tuition installment due on the first day of the subsequent month. Late fees are charged at the rate of 1.75% per month. Based on the materiality of the past due amount, the following collection efforts will be made: days late: Assistant Controller will contact the family to follow up on the status of payment days late: Business Manager will contact the family to follow up on the status of payment days late: Grades, transcripts, letters of reference, and all other official communications will be withheld. For seniors, this includes withholding of the diploma until the balance is paid in full days late: Access to the student information system (Veracross) will be suspended days late: Attendance at extra-curricular functions will be precluded. 181 days late or more: Attendance at school will be precluded. All collection contacts will be noted in the parent file in Blackbaud so that adequate documentation exists. Accounts must be current before contracts are issued and or financial aid is awarded for the following year. Families are encouraged to keep their balances current so that their financial aid applications will not be delayed. Financial aid is awarded on a rolling basis, so there may not be as much financial aid available later in the year. All accounts that are seriously and/or materially past due will be reviewed each February and families notified via certified letter that their child may be precluded from attendance after spring break. If a family departs the school with a balance remaining, all official communications will be withheld, and access to the student information system will be suspended, until the account is paid in full, including all applicable late charges. If the balance is not settled within 60 days of the student s withdrawal for any reason, the School may refer the account to a collections agency. Families are encouraged to contact the Business Office, if necessary, to make alternative payment arrangements. Final decisions in regards to collection matters rest with the Business Manager. In order to avoid awkward situations with families, the Head of School will not be involved in collection efforts. The Board of Trustees will approve the overall collections policy, but otherwise will not be involved in collection matters. PLAGIARISM Plagiarism is the copying of another person s words or ideas and identifying them as your own and is a violation of the School s Honor Code. It includes, but is not limited to the following forms: Copying from another student or providing information to other students knowing that it will be used as the borrower s own work;

13 Copying all or part of assigned work from print and/or electronic sources without acknowledging the source through footnotes or adequate means of citation and proper quote structure; rewording the writing of others without giving proper credit; Submitting the same piece of work in more than one class without the permission of the teacher. Plagiarism can be avoided if one is careful to do the following: Put someone else s words or ideas in quotation marks and follow with a citation that indicates the source; Summarize or paraphrase in one s own words and follow with a citation; Understand and follow specific guidelines for citation in each discipline, as explained in writing by the instructor. If you are unsure whether or not to cite a quotation or an idea, do the following: If a student is unsure whether or not to cite a quotation or an idea, he /she should ask the teacher to explain and clarify well in advance of completing the final draft. Go ahead and cite your source(s) if you have even the slightest doubt. You can always delete a citation later, but will be unable to add one. Research papers and shorter critical analyses ought not to consist merely of a string of quotations and ideas of others, but rather, of the student s interpretation of them. A way to be sure that the students own thoughts are expressed is to introduce in a few sentences, the reason(s) for the quotation s/idea s inclusion in the paper; then to characterize the effect of the quotation/idea on the students thinking and its relation to the thesis statement. Successful papers combine the student s thesis with references to primary and secondary sources that support the thesis and assist the student in making a persuasive argument to the audience. SUICIDE/HOMICIDAL THREAT POLICY As educational professionals, we have the responsibility to provide the children we teach with the best education possible. If a student threatens to harm themselves or others, that student will be physically escorted to the School Counselor/Division Head or Academic Dean. The School Counselor/Division Head will assess the student for suicidal/homicidal/violent ideation. If the student endorses a plan and/or intent regarding suicidal and/or homicidal ideation or violence toward others, a parent/guardian will be called to pick them up immediately and the student will not be allowed to return to School until they are seen by a medical doctor. The student may return to School Counselor/Division Head with a note that states they are not a threat to themselves or others signed by the medical doctor. Once that note is approved they may return to regular classes. **All statements of school violence and personal threats are taken seriously. TECHNOLOGY POLICY The School maintains and makes available technology to students and faculty for a wide range of applications. All users of the campus network and equipment are reminded that with access comes responsibility.the workstations and related peripherals are School property, and unlike home computers, which can be personally configured, the School computers are set up for the use of the entire community, not individuals. School technology is not to be used in ways that might adversely affect the work, privacy, and access of other users.

14 These computer systems are business and educational tools. As such, they are made available to students in the School for education related uses only. Terms and Conditions: Access to computers is provided to the School community as a tool to complete school related projects and assignments only. Priority will be given to scheduled classes in the computer labs. Technology users may not install software of any type, including games, to individual computers or to the school network. Only software licensed to the school may be used on any campus computer. Deletions, additions, or any modifications to the Windows desk top are not allowed. Users may not modify any hardware or operating systems settings that would change the appearance or operation of the computers or network. All technology users must respect the work of other students and faculty by not accessing, modifying, or deleting the files of others. Copiers/Scanners are provided for materials directly related to school assignments only. Students may not scan or print any other materials. Technology users must respect copyright laws that protect software owners, artists, and writers. Plagiarism in any form will not be tolerated. This applies to all forms of electronic media including, but not limited to electronic encyclopedias, image files, and sound files. While using the Internet and systems, students and adults must follow the accepted rules of network etiquette and conduct themselves in a responsible, ethical, and polite manner. Students may not transmit, receive, submit, or publish any defamatory, abusive, obscene, threatening, harassing or potentially dangerous material. Any user encountering such material whether intentionally or not must notify a teacher or supervisor immediately. If no one is available at the time, the user is obligated to sign off the Internet and/or system. Technology users will minimize the use of the copiers/printers and print only school-related materials, except with explicit permission. Food or drink should not be brought into computer labs or to the desktop of computers on campus. Equipment must not be used in a dangerous manner that could result in damage. Internet use may be monitored and/or restricted according to the policies outlined by the school administration. Policies are subject to review; users will be notified about any changes to these policies. Technology users will not use the computer systems for any illegal purpose. Violation of any of the regulations above shall be considered a violation of the Chase Collegiate School Code of Conduct and may result in disciplinary actions that include but are not limited to removal of all computer privileges, suspension or expulsion. Monitoring Students are responsible for good behavior on school computer systems just as they are in a classroom or a school hallway. Communications on the computer systems are often public in nature and general school rules for behavior and communications apply. It is expected that users will act in a responsible and legal manner, at all times complying with the School's standards, and state and federal laws.

15 It is important that students and parents understand that the School, is the owner of the computer systems, intends to monitor and review the use of these computer systems in an effort to ensure that users engage only in appropriate uses. The School will monitor and review in a limited fashion, but will do so as needed to maximize utilization of the computer systems for educational purposes. As part of monitoring and reviewing, the School will retain the capacity to bypass any individual password of a student or other user. The system's security aspects, such as personal passwords and the message delete function for , can be bypassed for these purposes. The School's ability to monitor and review is not restricted or neutralized by these devices. The monitor and review process also includes oversight of Internet site access and of document downloading and printing. Therefore, all users must be aware that they should not have any expectation of personal privacy in the use of these computer systems. Reporting Misconduct Anyone who is aware of problems with, or misuse of these computer systems, or has a question regarding the proper use of these computer systems, should report this to his or her teacher or Division Head immediately. Most importantly, the School urges any student who receives any harassing, threatening, intimidating or other improper message through the computer system to report this immediately. It is the School's policy that no student should be required to tolerate such treatment, regardless of the identity of the sender of the message. Please report these events to the Director of Technology or a Division Head. TELEPHONE, CELL PHONE AND PERSONAL ELECTRONIC DEVICE USE POLICY Cell phones and other personal electronic tools (henceforth called Devices ) act as vital links for family, security and convenience. In fact, most of us see mobile devices as indispensable in our daily lives. Additionally, these devices can serve as outstanding learning resources if used appropriately. In an effort to promote appropriate use of technology while keeping the integrity of the classroom instruction intact, Chase allows Middle School and Upper School students* to use their phones for personal use during the school day. Proper etiquette for phones and other devices is required at all times. This means cell phones must be turned off or placed on silent and put away before entering the classroom. Devices that disrupt academic activities may be confiscated until the end of the class. Repeated disruptions may result in appropriate disciplinary consequences, including detentions, conferences with parents, loss of cell phone privileges, and others as deemed appropriate Devices may only be used in classrooms if explicitly permitted by a teacher or administrator and at all times only if tasteful, appropriate, and respectful of the privacy of others. For instance, students may not: take or post photos/videos unless directly instructed by a faculty member; use for communication purposes unless there is an approved academic purpose; and/or, use it in any way that the faculty member feels causes a distraction to the individual or class. Use of devices on school-sponsored trips is at the discretion of the responsible adults

16 Unauthorized use of a device during a test for any purpose will be considered cheating and a breach of our Honor Code Devices may be used as music players with headphones only, and then only when not disruptive or detrimental to the community. As students should not be placing cell phone calls in the buildings, landline telephones in Administrative offices may be used with permission. *Lower School Cell Phone and Personal Electronic Device Use Policy Lower School students may bring cell phones or other devices to school, but they must be kept in the off or silent setting and placed in the student s locker during the school day and any school related events. Phone calls may be placed and received from the Lower School Office. There is no cellular phone use during After Care. PROCEDURES DRESS CODE The major aim of the dress code is to create within the student body a strong sense of identity with the School and a sense of order that contributes to a healthy learning environment. Concern for personal appearance is an indication of self-respect and courtesy to others and creates a favorable climate for learning. Final interpretation of the dress code rests with each Division Head and the Head of School. Coming to school in dress code is a minimum expectation for each student each day. Chase attaches as much importance to the spirit as to the letter of the Dress Code and looks to students and families to comply with both. We expect that parents, without exception, will work with School personnel in supporting and enforcing the dress code. Classroom teachers speak with students whose attire is not in accord with the dress code. Repeated violations will be referred to the Division Head or the Dean of Students (Upper School.)Formal dress will be worn by students in all three divisions every Friday and on other designated special event days. On other school days, children may wear formal dress, but it is obligatory on the designated dates. Specific guidelines for daily dress, formal dress and physical education class are included in the summer mailing and on the School website. On Choice Dress Days, students may wear clothes other than daily dress code to school and for physical education. Although casual and comfortable is the goal, clothing that is ripped, torn, overly revealing, or displays an inappropriate message is not permitted at any time. Upper School students whose attire is not in accord with the dress code will receive a detention. Upon repeated dress code violations, the student will be asked to remain out of classes until appropriate attire is available. A parent will be called and requested to bring to the School the proper article of clothing, or the student may be sent home after the parent has been notified by telephone. Repeated violations will be considered a major disciplinary matter. See Dress Code on following pages.

17 School Dress Code for Kindergarten-Grade 12 The purpose of a dress code in a school is to minimize distractions. Concern for personal appearance is an indication of self-respect and courtesy to others, and creates a favorable climate for learning. Final interpretation of the dress code rests with each Division Head and the Headmaster. Coming to school in dress code is considered a minimum expectation for each student each day. Violations will result in disciplinary action. Chase attaches as much importance to the spirit as to the letter of the Dress Code and looks to students and families to comply with both. We expect that parents, without exception, will work with school personnel in supporting and enforcing the dress code. DAILY DRESS Girls: Boys: Gym: Shirt with collar and sleeves, blouse with sleeves, or turtleneck; must be long enough to remain tucked in when arms are raised. Finished and rounded shirt hems may remain untucked. Skirt, jumper or slacks, with belt if there are loops Shoes and socks or pantyhose or tights Blazer, crewneck, V-neck, or outer cardigan sweater optional throughout the year Shirt with collar or turtleneck and sleeves; must be long enough to remain tucked in. Trousers (khakis or slacks), with belt if there are loops Shoes and socks Blazer, crewneck, V-neck, or outer cardigan sweater, optional throughout the year PE clothes required for Grades 1-8 only May be any color as long as they have the Chase Collegiate School logo (may be purchased online at FORMAL DRESS To be worn by students in Grades 1-12 on Fridays and on other designated special event days. Girls: Boys: Button-down, collared white blouse, or turtleneck and must be long enough to remain tucked in when arms are raised. Khaki or gray skirt or formal dress slacks with belt if there are loops. In Grades 3-12 a navy blue or forest green blazer with school crest is required (except September/May/June). In Grades 1-2 a navy blue or forest green V-neck, crewneck, or cardigan sweater or blazer is required (except September/May/June). Dress shoes and socks or solid colored pantyhose or tights White shirt with collar and a necktie. All boys are required to have a Chase tie and will be required to wear it periodically. On all other dress days they can wear the tie they choose. Khaki or gray dress slacks, with dress belt In Grades 3-12 a navy blue or forest green blazer with school crest is required (except September/May/June). In Grades 1-2 a navy blue or forest green V-neck, crewneck, or cardigan sweater or blazer is required (except September/May/June). Dress shoes and socks NOT ACCEPTABLE: Athletic wear including sweatpants and gym shorts, spandex, velour, spaghetti straps and tube tops, exposed midriffs and lower backs when sitting. Underwear should not be visible. Hats and outerwear may not be worn inside the building. Jewelry and personal embellishments must not present a distraction to the learning environment. Hair must be well groomed and maintained

18 LOWER SCHOOL MIDDLE SCHOOL UPPER SCHOOL SLACKS/ TROUSERS Worn at the waist. No stirrup, stretch, leather, jeans, cargo or fatigue-style pants. If trousers have belt loops, a belt must be worn. Solid colors only. No denim or denim like fabric. Worn at the waist. No stirrup, stretch, leather, jeans, cargo or fatigue-style pants. If trousers have belt loops, a belt must be worn. Solid colors only. No denim or denim like fabric Worn at the waist. No stirrup, stretch, leather, jeans, cargo or fatigue-style pants. If trousers have belt loops, a belt must be worn. Solid colors only. No denim or denim like fabric. SKIRTS/ JUMPERS/ DRESSES Solid colors only. No denim. Skirts/Jumpers and Dresses with sleeves, must be of the appropriate length to provide proper coverage. Solid colors only. No denim. Skirts/Jumpers and Dresses with sleeves, must be of the appropriate length to provide proper coverage. No denim. Skirts/Jumpers and dresses with sleeves, must be appropriate length to provide proper coverage. SHORTS (Sept./ May & June ONLY) Bermuda-style (walking shorts) only. No cargo-style shorts. Capri pants may be worn by girls, with belt if there are loops. No denim. Bermuda-style (walking shorts) only. No cargo-style shorts. Capri pants may be worn by girls, with belt if there are loops. No denim. Bermuda-style (walking shorts) only. No cargo-style shorts. Capri pants may be worn by girls, with belt if there are loops. No denim. SHIRTS With collar or turtleneck and sleeves. All boys shirts must be tucked in. Girls waist-length shirts with a finished or round bottomed hems only, may remain untucked; all other shirts must be tucked in at all times. No midriff should be visible at any time. Colors: Any solid color, plaid, or striped shirt. No denim or sheer/transparent material. With collar, turtleneck or collarless blouse with a scarf. No sleeveless tops. No t-shirts. All boys shirts must be tucked in. Girls waistlength shirts with a finished or round bottomed hems only, ma y remain untucked; all other girls shirts must be tucked in at all times. No midriff can be visible at any time. Colors: Any solid color, plaid, or striped shirt. No denim or sheer/transparent material. With collar, turtleneck or collarless blouse with a scarf. No sleeveless tops. No t-shirts. All boys shirts must be tucked in. Girls waistlength shirts with a finished or round bottomed hems only, may remain untucked; all other girls shirts must be tucked in at all times No midriff can be visible at any time. Colors: Any solid color, plaid, or striped shirt. No denim or sheer/transparent material. SWEATERS Collared shirt must be worn underneath all sweaters except turtlenecks. No sweatshirts. Colors: Any solid color, stripes, or patterns. Collared shirt must be worn underneath all sweaters except turtlenecks. No sweatshirts. Colors: Any solid color, stripes, or patterns. Collared shirt must be worn underneath all sweaters except turtlenecks. No sweatshirts. Colors: Any solid color, stripes or patterns. FOOT & LEG WEAR Shoe, sneakers and socks, pantyhose or tights must be worn daily. Low heeled boots may be worn Thanksgiving to spring break. No sandals, flip-flops or slippers are allowed. Shoes, sneakers and socks, pantyhose or tights must be worn daily. Low heeled boots may be worn Thanksgiving to spring break. No flip-flops or slippers are allowed. Shoes, sneakers and socks, pantyhose or tights must be worn daily. Boots with laces must be laced. Open-toe shoes must not be worn on lab days. Socks are not needed with open-toe dress shoes. No flipflops, slippers, or platform shoes are allowed.

19 COMING TO CAMPUS Safety dictates all campus traffic rules. All parking must take place in assigned parking lots. Parking lots and Upper School student cars are out of bounds during the school day. Students who violate this regulation will face disciplinary consequences. Arrival Students in all grades should arrive in their homeroom or advisory by 7:55. Morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up are busy times on the campus. For the SAFETY of all students, we ask that these procedures be firmly adhered to. Parents of Lower and Middle School students can enter the West Entrance (Chase Parkway) or the East Entrance (across from Exit 18) to the main parking lot. Upper School parents can enter the main lot and follow the driveway on the left (east) side of the main parking lot toward Goss Field House. For safety reasons, parents must not drop students off outside of designated carpool lanes and have students cross traffic. LOWER SCHOOL: Students who arrive between 7:15 and 7:45 a.m. should report to the Main Lobby of Camp Hall. Students arriving after 7:45 a.m. should go directly to the classrooms. Parents who choose to escort their children to the classrooms are asked to park in the main lot. Carpool drop off/pick up The Lower School driveway runs along the far right side of the parking lot. Parents should follow that driveway for carpool. Please wait in line and remain in your vehicle while in the driveway to ensure the safety of your child. Parents may leave children at designated drop-off point between 7:45 and 7:55 a.m., where a faculty member will meet students Children arriving at School after 7:55 a.m. need to enter Camp hall through the front door. Exit onto Oronoke Road. MIDDLE SCHOOL 19

20 Students who arrive between 7:15 a.m. and 7:45 a.m. are to report to the Giguere Family Recital Hall. Students are dismissed from the Giguere Family Recital Hall at 7:45 a.m. each morning to report to their advisor We encourage students to arrive at school at7:45 a.m. to allow time to gather materials for early morning classes. Starting the day organized sets a good tone for the entire day. Students are expected to be prepared for the start of the school day at 8:00 a.m. This means that books and materials for the first classes of the day should be removed from lockers and locker rooms. Carpool drop off/pick up Grades 6 8 parents who enter the campus by the West Entrance Chase Parkway will make an immediate right hand turn to enter the carpool lane. Turn left and follow toward the Centennial Library to drop-off or pick-up a student. Parents who enter from the East Entrance: (across from the Exit 18 ramp) will follow the driveway lane around the Main Parking Lot and then follow toward the Centennial Library to drop-off or pick-up a student. Please wait in line and in your vehicle in the driveway to ensure the safety of all students. Following pick-up, vehicles may either turn left to exit at the Chase Parkway/West Main Street traffic light or proceed straight to exit at the East Entrance traffic light opposite the Exit 18 ramp. Dismissal Unless they are enrolled in the After School Program, under supervision of a faculty member or are with their parents, students may not remain on campus past 3:30 p.m. The School cannot be responsible for students who are not attending a supervised after-school activity. LOWER SCHOOL Students are escorted to buses/car pool areas by the faculty.parents are asked to remain in their cars in the line; children will be brought to their car. Students are not allowed to walk to the parking lots unaccompanied. Parents are asked to designate those adults with whom their child may leave school. Changes to those arrangements must be received in writing or by phone or by the Division Office no later than 9:00 a.m. To your changes: ibelden@chas .org or bcalcagni@chas .org. Phone messages should be left at After 3:30 p.m. children who have not been picked up will be directed to the After School Program and a fee assigned. MIDDLE SCHOOL 20