Open House
January 31, 2010
Meet the faculty - View the curriculum - Tour the school
Catholic Schools Week
February 1-5, 2010
Observe Classrooms
February 5, 2010


Curriculum & Programs

• Religious Studies
• Liturgy
• Math
• Reading/Literature
• English/Writing
• Spelling/Vocabulary
• Social Studies/U.S. & Illinois Government
• Geography/World Cultures
• Science
• Computer Lab
• Handwriting
• Learning Reinforcement Program
• Physical Education
• Music
• Church Music
• Band
• Recorders
• Meet the Masters Art Program
• Hot Lunch Program
• Athletics
  * Boys Volleyball, grades 5-8
  * Girls Volleyball, grades 5-8
  * Boys Basketball, grades 5-8
  * Girls Basketball, grades 5-8
  * Co-ed Track, grades 5-8
  * Co-ed Cross Country, grades 5-8
  * Girls Spirit Squad, grades 5-8

Daily Schedule

Pre-School 4 AM
Arrival: Dismissal:	8:20 AM Monday, Wednesday,  Friday 11:00 AM
Pre-School 4 PM
Arrival: Dismissal:	12:45 PM Monday, Wednesday, Friday 3:15 PM
Pre-School 3 AM
Arrival: Dismissal:	8:20 AM Tuesday, Thursday 11:00 AM
Grades K-All Day - 8
Arrival Classes in session Dismissal West Side Parking Lot	8:20 AM West door is opened 8:50AM - 3:15PM 3:15PM - Pre-S Dismissal (back parking lot) 3:15PM - Walkers 3:15PM - Dismissal 3:20PM - Bus Rider

All drivers should park their cars in the church or school lot and watch for their children to exit the building. All cars need to remain parked until school staff indicates the lot is clear of children through a green sign or flag wave.

School Calendar


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Uniforms

Dennis Uniform Link

Please note: Uniform policy does not apply to preschool. Please read the following carefully. All student shirts must be tucked in at all times, belts worn with loops, and the entire student uniform in good condition. ( i.e. no holes or open seams) Uniform checking will occur.

Pre-School
Appropriate school/play clothes, socks, and shoes. Shoes must be fully enclosed and safe for outdoor/indoor play. All children MUST BE potty trained before entering the 3 or 4 year old program. Children are expected to be able to take care of their own bathroom needs

Girls

Blouses:	Grades K-4: White round or pointed collar (long or short sleeve) or white polo shirt. Grades 5-8: White oxford (long or short sleeve) or white polo shirt.  Blouses and shirts should be tucked in at all times.  No turtlenecks.
Skirts:	Grade K-3: Red and blue plaid jumper.  Grades 4-8: Plaid skirt or cullotte. (Purchased from Dennis)
Slacks:	Cotton twill in plain navy blue. No stir-ups, leggings elastic cuffs, sweat pants, or cargo pants. No logos. All slacks must be at natural waist of student. Belts must be worn if slacks have loops.
Sweaters:	Cardigan, v-neck, or crew in red, white, or navy blue.  No designs or cable stitching. No oversized sweaters; they may not be worn below the hip line.
Sweatshirts:	Red Saint Margaret Mary School logo sweatshirts may be purchased from Dennis Uniform.
Shorts:	Plain navy blue walking shorts.  Shorts should not be worn below the knee or be too short.  No cargo pants.Shorts may be worn until October 1st and after May 1st.
Socks:	Crew socks, knee socks, or tights in navy blue, white, or true red.  No patterns.  No low cut sport socks.  Socks need to be worn at all times with all types of shoes (i.e. sandals).
Shoes:	No hiker shoes or snow boots to be worn in the classroom.  Shoes should be neat in appearance and tied properly, using all eyelets.  No patterns.  Proper shoes for gym are necessary.
Jewelry:	Jewelry can be distracting; therefore, rings, earrings (not below the earlobe), watches, and religious symbols worn in good taste are permissible.
Hair:	Hair should not be distracting or covering the eyes.  Hair should be neat and hygienic.  Bizarre styles (shaved heads under longer hair), stripes, names and other designs are not allowed.
Makeup:	Makeup including eye shadow/glitter, lipstick, mascara, etc. may NOT be worn.

Boys

Shirts:	Light blue polo or oxford shirts in long or short sleeve.  Shirts should be tucked in at all times.
Pants:	Navy pleated poly/twill only. No cargo pants. Pants can be purchased through the uniform company, Sears, or J.C. Penny or other local outlets. No Dockers, Bugle Boys, or other logo pants are to be worn. Pants should not be rolled, pinned, or have elastic cuffs. Belts should be worn if pants have belt loops.
Sweaters:	Cardigan, v-neck, or crew neck in navy blue, white, or red.
Sweatshirts:	Blue Saint Margaret Mary School logo sweatshirts purchased from Dennis Uniform.
Shorts:	Navy blue twill walking shorts, not to be worn below the knee or too short. No cargo pants. Shorts may be worn until October 1st and after May 1st.
Shoes:	No hiking shoes or snow boots to be worn in the classroom. Shoes should be neat in appearance and tied properly using all eyelets. All shoes worn by students must be fully enclosed with no open backs or fronts for student safety. Proper shoes for gym are necessary.
Jewelry:	No earrings.  Watches and religious symbols worn in good taste are permissible.
Hair:	Hair should not be distracting or touching the eyebrows.. Hair should be neat and hygienic and not longer than the top of the shirt collar. Bizarre styles (shaved heads under longer hair), stripes, names and other designs are not allowed. The school will provide bobby pins if necessary.
Socks:	Socks in plain white, navy blue or black. Socks are to be worn at all times and must be visible above shoes at all times.

Sweatshirts
In addition to the red, white or navy sweaters, the children may only wear the St. Margaret Mary red or navy blue sweatshirts made by Dennis. Sweatshirts must be in good condition with no holes or open seams.

General
The school reserves the right to decide whether or not certain attire, accessories, and hair styles are appropriate for its students. If, for some reason, a student needs to be out of uniform, a written excuse from the parents must be presented to the office. The student will be given a pass to show the teacher.
OUT OF UNIFORM DAYS will be announced. All students are to be neatly dressed. Shorts that are worn should be a minimum of mid-thigh in length and not so snug that they ride up. Tops worn by girls should be modest, loose fitting, no tank tops or halter tops, and no midriffs should be showing. Clothing promoting
objectionable products (tobacco, alcohol), musical groups, or inappropriate sayings are not to be worn. No uniform passes may be used on Mass days.

If, in the opinion of a teacher or principal, a student is not appropriately attired and has no written excuse, parents
will be notified.