SAINT STANISLAUS KOSTKA CATHOLIC SCHOOL 1255 N. Noble Street Chicago, IL 60622 (773) 278-4560 (school office) (773) 278-9097 (fax) “St. Stan’s K” www.ststansk.com www.amothersplea.org

Curriculum
Instructional objectives are designed to incorporate higher-level thinking skills, use of scientific thinking skills, implementation of tools and technology, and processes of assessment. The curriculum is regularly reviewed and revised in light of research and educational innovations. In all subjects, the Gospel values and social justice principles are infused. Attention is also given to subject areas such as substance abuse, communicable diseases, human development, and multi-cultural education as appropriately addressed in a variety of subject areas.

St. Stanislaus Kostka School strives to develop and deepen in students a sense of pride in the accomplishments of the past as well as enable the students to move into the future with success in knowing the contributions of their particular ethnic group.

St. Stanislaus Kostka School remains committed to the fact that we do not live in isolation from our brothers and sisters who share our world. We celebrate many cultures during the school year hoping to develop the awareness and appreciation of peoples of all ethnic origins, creeds, and cultures.

Homework
Students are assigned homework every school night. Assignments may include studying a subject rather than a written assignment. Parents are asked to check their student’s homework to make certain it is done neatly, completely, and accurately. It is expected that students will inquire about missed work due to an absence. If a child will be out of school for an extended time, parents should contact the teacher to arrange for the assignments. Homework is not to be completed in school.

Parents are expected to take an interest in their children’s homework by giving encouragement and by providing conditions that are conducive to study. Students need, at times, someone to drill math facts, spelling words, and reading vocabulary. On the average, a student should have the following amount of homework per night:

• Junior High Students 90 to 120 minutes
• Intermediate Grades 60 to 90 minutes
• Primary Grades 30 to 45 minutes

Library books should be a student’s constant companion. Normally, students are exempt from homework on weekends and holidays.

Students should have book bags to protect books and papers that they take home for homework assignments. Students are responsible for the condition of the books that they rent from the school and are required to pay for lost or damaged books.

Evaluation
Grades are based upon participation and performance in class, completion of assigned work and testing. St. Stanislaus Kostka School uses the following letter grades:

A = Outstanding
B = Very Good
C = Average
D = Below Average
U = Unsatisfactory

Report Cards
Students receive report cards. Report card grades become part of the student’s academic file.

Parent-Teacher Conferences
Conferences are held twice yearly, following the first and third quarters. It is recommended that each student be present for these conferences. The second conference may be considered optional; one requested by either the teacher or the parent/guardian. Parents are informed by the end of January if there is a question of a student being retained. The principal makes the final decision in this matter.

If the need arises, a parent or teacher may call for a conference at any time during the school year. To contact the teacher, a parent must call the office. The teacher will be notified to call the parent/guardian as soon as possible.

Achievement Testing
The Terra Nova Tests are administered annually in March. Test results are distributed as soon as they are available. Parents are encouraged to retain these results for future reference.

Graduation
An eighth grade student must have completed all school requirements for graduation in order to be issued a St. Stanislaus Kostka School diploma. These requirements include:

• All required assignments are completed;
• U.S. and Illinois Constitution tests have been passed;
• All required fees and fines are settled;
• All textbook and library books are returned in satisfactory condition;
• Verification of enrollment in high school has been presented;
• Reports and grades are satisfactory;
• Attendance record is satisfactory.