We are dependent upon the dedication of our volunteers, and as Christians, our behavior must be loving, kind, and respectful. We realize that our children work hard and play hard, and may be tired and/or restless after a long day at school. However, we ask you to remind your child to give their utmost attention and respect by behaving in class and by being careful in the classroom they are meeting. Children’s Faith Formation classes are held in the homerooms of the Immaculate Conception School students. The desks contain their books and personal belongings. The desk contents mustn't be disturbed in any way. Failure to respond to this attitude of respect will be handled on an individual basis.
If a discipline problem occurs and/or persists, we will contact you for your assistance.
It is the recommendation of the Diocese of Metuchen, Office for Catechesis, that parish religious formation classes be held twenty-eight to thirty-two sessions during the school year and that these sessions be at least one hour and fifteen minutes in length.
The PLC (Parish Catechetical Leader) is required to establish a system for notifying parents when a child is absent. (Please see the Parent Handbook). This requirement is essential to keep the parent and the Office of Children’s Faith Formation aware of the child’s whereabouts in the event of an emergency evacuation and/or lockdown. Attendance will be taken within the first fifteen (15) minutes of class. Absentees will be reported to the office. If the Office of Children’s Faith Formation was not previously notified by a parent of the child’s absence, a call will be made to the home to confirm the child’s absence.
There is a definite scope and sequence to the lessons taught each week. We recognize that the children are involved in many activities. However, religious education must be the priority. A child should not miss several weeks of class for sports, play or band practice. In addition to your child missing important foundational material, it will also send the wrong message to the rest of the class. Excessive absences hinder a child’s progress, especially when preparing for a Sacrament.
IF YOUR CHILD IS GOING TO BE ABSENT, YOU MUST CALL OR EMAIL
THE OFFICE OF CHILDREN’S FAITH FORMATION
908-725-1112, ext. 1119 or 1128
If the office is not open at the time of your call, you may leave a message with your child’s name, teacher, class, and reason for absence. If you know beforehand that your child will be absent you may notify the office via email: [email protected].
*More than three (3) unexcused absences may be cause for repetition of the current level of education.
Cell phones may be carried into the building with the following provisions:
1. Before the start of class, the catechist (teacher) will collect cell phones from the children and place them in a basket which will be returned after the class session.
2. No cell phones may be used for picture-taking.
3. No harassment or threatening of persons via cell phone is permitted.
4. Cell phones may not be used for game playing, Internet or email access or conversations, gambling, or making purchases of any kind.
5. No pagers or other communication devices are allowed.
6. Those who violate any of the rules regarding cell phones will forfeit their privileges of bringing them to class.
7. Students and Parents are asked to sign a cell phone agreement (PCL. POL. #4.9).
Students may NOT bring IPODS and/or MP3 digital music players to the ICS building and should not arrive at class time wearing the headsets.
(Shoes/Sneakers with Wheels)
CHILDREN ARE NOT PERMITTED TO WEAR HEELIES!
Due to the dangerous nature of the sneakers/shoes containing roller skate wheels (Heelies), children may NOT wear them to the Immaculate Conception School building.