Goals of St. Francis Xavier School

1. To develop knowledge and experience of our Christian Religion so that the children grow spiritually.
2. To provide opportunities for the children to see that their ability to act, to imagine, to know, love, create, judge, and to be free is theirs, because they are the image of God and have this dignity of one redeemed by Jesus and that they become aware of this dignity in others.
3. To integrate Christian philosophy with the educational standards of the State of Ohio, and the Diocese of Toledo.
4. To keep pace with educational growth and change.
5. To provide for individual differences, continuous progress, and the development of positive self-images and thus eliminating grade barriers that kill self-image and success.
6. To develop a social sense, enabling the child to be concerned for the fellow person.
7. To provide opportunities for students to discover their interest and capacities and thus aid them in making suitable vocational choices.
8. To enable the student to become aware of his dignity as an individual through pupil-teacher interaction.
9. To develop a Faith Community among faculty members especially by sharing and meeting to exchange ideas, visions, and concerns.
10. To extend this Faith Community to children, parents, and the parishioners.

It is these goals that the Staff of St. Francis Xavier School dedicate their work and efforts.

Non-Discrimination Policy

“St. Francis Xavier School recruits and admits students of any race, color, or ethnic origin t all the rights, privileges, programs and activities. In addition, the school will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, scholarships/loans/fee waivers. Educational programs and athletics/extracurricular activities. In addition, the school is not intended to be an alternative to court or administrative agency ordered, or public school district initiated, desegregation.

Curriculum

The school curriculum is based upon the courses of study issued by the Superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Toledo. Courses of study include Math, Integrated Language Arts, Science, Health, Social Studies, Spelling, guidance, Music, Art, and Physical Education.  Music and Art are important to the aesthetic growth of every child.  In grades K-6 there is a music appreciation and art program.  Grades 4-6 also have the opportunity to take instruction on playing a musical instrument.  These courses of study have also been approved by the Ohio State Department of Education.  State minimum standards are followed in regard to time and curriculum for the entire school.

Grading

Midterms and grade cards are sent home each 9 weeks.

• A = 93-100%
• B = 83-92%
• C = 73-82%
• D = 65-72%
• F = 64 or below

Religion, Integrated Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Spelling shall be the major guides for promotion and grade placement.  An elementary pupil shall be retained if he/she has 2 failing averages in major subjects.  Parents will be notified of impending retention and a conference scheduled.

Academic Honors Program

Each quarter students who have met certain criteria may receive one of the following awards:

• BUG – BUG means “I Brought Up Grades.”  This award is co=sponsored by the Kiwanis Club.  In order for a student to receive a BUG award they must raise their grades 4 half steps, however, they cannot go down in any subject.  They may not have any F’s.
• Merit Roll – This award is for children in grades 3-6. A child must have all A’s and B’s on their grade card.
• Honor Roll – This award is for children in grades 3-6. A child must have all A’s on their grade card.
• Perfect Attendance – This award is for children in grades K-6.  This is for attending school each day and not being tardy each nine weeks.

Admission

Children of any race or religion are welcome to attend St. Francis Xavier School. They are expected, however, to participate in the religious activities and classes.

• Children must be five years of age by September 30 to enter Kindergarten
• Health records must be on file and in accordance with the standards set forth in the Ohio State law. 5 doses DtaP (Diphtheria, tetanus, pertusis, 4 doses Oral Polio Vaccine, 2 doses MMR, 3 doses of Hepatitis B and Chicken pox vaccine.
• Parents must attend a pledge meeting.
• Registration fee must be paid.
• Pledge card filled out.

School Day

St. Francis Xavier usually follows the Willard City School calendar and schedule. School begins at 7:30 a.m. and dismissal is 2:25 p.m.  Students arriving before 7:20 a.m. should report to Fr. Nardecchia Hall (gym).

School Closing

School closing due to inclement weather or some other emergency is announced over the radio and on the TV – cablevision. St. Francis Xavier School will follow the decision of the Willard City Schools.

Transportation

Children attending St. Francis Xavier are eligible for bus transportation through the public school district in which they live. Students disembark and board school busses at the public school parking lot, aside St. Francis Xavier grounds.

Hot lunches are available at St. Francis Xavier School. Free and reduced lunches are available to families who complete an application form and whose family falls within the state guidelines. 

Extended Day Care

Extended Day Care is available on days when school is in session.  If a child is not picked up by 2:40 p.m., the child will be sent to Day Care until the parent arrives.

Birthdays

Children may bring a treat to school for their birthday. Each child will receive a small treat from the School Office on their birthday.  Invitations to birthday parties may be handed out only if the entire class is invited.

For more information call the school office for a parent-student handbook 419-935-4744.

The Parent/Student Handbook states the general academic and disciplinary policies and procedures.  Because they are general, the use of discretion is often necessary. The ultimate interpretation and decision-making must rest with the principal and pastor.