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Booksale
Tuesday, August 16 Senior
Book Sales 8:30-10:30 Junior Book Sales 10:30-12:30
Wednesday, August 17 Sophomore
Book Sales 9:00-11:00
Thursday, August 18 Freshmen
Book Sales 9:00-11:00
The above schedule should be followed when purchasing books. The only exception will be for families with more than one student in school. These families will be permitted to purchase books on any day their students are scheduled. Some used textbooks are available for purchase through the bookstore. If you purchase used books independently, please check to see that they will be used the upcoming school year.
Freshmen / Transfer Students
Orientation Information
The first required attendance
day for sophomores, juniors, and seniors is the first day of class, Wednesday,
August 24.
Parent Session: (for
parents/guardians only) - Wednesday, August 17, 7:00 pm - meet in Heritage Hall
Incoming Freshmen should be available on Monday, August 22 and
Tuesday, August 23 from 8:00 am-3:00 pm. More information regarding Freshmen
Orientation will follow in a mailing.
Transfer Students should be available on Tuesday, August 23 from
8:00 am - 11:15 am
Freshmen / Transfer Students
and Parents: Sunday,
August 21, Mass will be held at 9:30 am in Heritage Hall. Following Mass,
a continental breakfast will be served in the cafeteria.
Sports Physical
All students who wish to participate in school sports must have an annual physical on file with the school before they can participate in school sports must have an annual physical on file with the school before they can participate in tryouts, practices and games. A sports physical will be offered on Thursday, August 4. Seniors should report at 8:00am; Juniors at 8:45 am; Sophomores at 9:30am; Freshmen at 10:15am. Please report to Heritage Hall. Freshmen who take this physical need not file another certificate. However, all freshmen students must have their IMMUNIZATION RECORD filed in by their doctor. There will be a charge of $20.00 for the physical examination payable on the morning of the examination. Only students who will participate in athletics may take this physical. Students should bring a urine specimen with them.
State law requires we have on file a physical form completed within the last chronological year for each incoming freshman. This physical does not have to be repeated each year to meet state law. However, according to both Diocesan and school policy, students participating in sports must have a physical exam each year to continue to be in a sports activity. We will accept a physical done by the student's family doctor during the summer months as long as the physical is comprehensive and the physician indicates that the student is physically able to participate in interscholastic sports.
Athletic Information
Football -- Equipment will be issued on August 4, at 1:00 pm for Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors, and on August 5, at 9:00 am for Freshmen. Football practice starts on August 10 at 9:00 am, on the field with helmets.
Cross Country -- Summer training will begin on Tuesday, July 5th, which will be held from 5:00-6:15 at the Althoff track. The official start of practice will be Monday, August 15 at the same time. Students should meet on the Althoff track. Cross Country is a non-cut sport and open to anyone interested in running and/or staying in shape for winter and spring sports. No experience is necessary. For more information, you may contact Coach Calhoun at 234-2836.
Tennis -- Any girl interested in joining the girls’ tennis team should report on Monday, August 15 at 9:00 am to Althoff Tennis Courts. Bring equipment.
Boys’/Girls’ Golf -- Organizational meeting will be held August 8 at 5:30 pm at Clinton HIlls in Belleville for all interested golfers.
Boys’ Soccer -- Soccer players should meet at the Family Sportsplex on August 15 from 9:00 to 11:00 am for the first practice session. For more information, you may contact Coach Huettner at 410-2963.
Girls' Volleyball -- Organizational meeting will be held August 10 at 6:00 pm in the gym.
Bus Transportation
District 201 bus service will again be available for Althoff students starting on September 6, the first full day of school. Althoff students should plan to provide their own transportation for the orientation days and the half days, August 24 through September 2. Information concerning routes may be obtained by calling 277-8565. Bi-State bus passes may be purchased in the bookstore during lunch periods.
Medical
All freshmen and students new to Althoff must have a MEDICAL CERTIFICATE AND
IMMUNIZATION RECORD, including
an updated TB test on file
in the school office by September 9. A dental examination, while recommended,
is not required. Forms are available in the office. All seniors are required
to have an updated TB test before participating in the Senior Service Project
in January. Any senior who does not get a TB test from his/her own physician
will be offered the opportunity to have a TB test done at Althoff. A letter
will be mailed to the seniors at a later date.
Uniform Code
On the first official day of school, Wednesday, August 24, and thereafter, the uniform code requirements will be in effect for all students. Polo style shirts, and sweatshirts will be available for purchase on booksale days. Polo shirts will sell for $20.00, and sweatshirts for $24.00. If you wish to order or purchase a uniform skirt during the summer, you may contact JUST ME APPAREL at 1-877-797-7344.
Althoff Catholic High School takes pride
in the appearance of its students and expects student and parent/guardian cooperation
in the matter of students’ dress and grooming. Attire, including accessories,
which attract undue attention are in poor taste and should not be found on the
ACHS campus.
The following Dress Code has been set to meet the objectives of modesty and
neatness in appearance.
A neat and clean appearance is required of all students. Tight clothing of any
nature is not appropriate for Althoff students. Questions regarding neatness,
cleanliness, or appropriateness will be decided by the administration.
THE UNIFORM is as follows:
- Polo style shirts in navy, white, or yellow, long sleeve chambray shirt, navy
cardigan, white dress shirt or a navy sweatshirt all with the Althoff logo will
be the only shirts allowed. Shirts and sweatshirts must be purchased through
the Althoff bookstore or from the authorized Althoff vendor. Shirts must be
buttoned and tucked in. As a senior privilege, the seniors only may wear the
senior class shirt without a collared shirt underneath. This shirt is the only
exception.
- Tan khaki dress slacks must be worn. Slack length must be at least knee length.
ALTHOFF’S definition of SLACKS does not include: jeans, sweatpants, or cargo
pants. Pants may not be baggy, oversized or cut off and must be worn at waist
level. Slacks designed to look like a “jean” style are not considered appropriate
attire for Althoff students during the school day. Belts must be worn.
- The girl’s skirt is available from Just Me Apparel at 1-877-797-7344. Length
must be no more than two inches above the knee.
- OUTERWEAR of any type, including jackets and coats, may not be worn during
the school day.
- NO jerseys except Althoff team jerseys are allowed when the ENTIRE team has
been given special permission to wear this team shirt.
- State Law requires shoes, and that shoelaces must be tied. Tennis shoes or
dress shoes are the only allowable foot wear. Solid color white or navy socks
or hose must be worn. Boots are not allowed except in snowy/icy weather. Sandals
or flip-flops are never permissible.
- NO head covering may be worn in the ACHS building during the school day.
- ALL students should keep hair neat and clean and should use good taste in
choosing a style that is not a distraction in the classroom. Only natural hair
colors will be allowed, i.e., no blue, green, orange, etc. The Administration
reserves the right to ask ANY student to change his/her hairstyle if they feel
the student’s current style is inappropriate.
- NO PE CLOTHES are allowed in the academic building during the regular school
day.
- NO VISIBLE body piercing except earrings.
- NO VISIBLE tattoos.
- Jewelry must be in good taste. Belt chains, studded bracelets, neck collars,
etc. are not allowed.
- Attire for extracurricular activities must also be modest, in good taste,
and suitable.
Our expectation is that each student will be in uniform each day. First period teachers check daily and send students out of uniform to the office. Any student who comes to school out of uniform will be asked to call a parent for appropriate clothing or to spend the day in the ISS room.
Yearbook
Yearbooks for the 2005-2006 school year can be ordered on booksale days. Payment of $42 is required when order is placed. Each student may add one name stamp and up to two icons for an additional $4 each. For example, one yearbook with a name stamp and one icon would cost $50. Any cashier can accept payment for a yearbook.
Yearbooks may be ordered through December at the above price. Yearbooks ordered between January 1, 2006 and February 28, 2006 will cost $50 plus $4 for each name stamp/icon. On March 1, 2006, yearbooks will cost $55 and only a limited quantity will be available, so order your yearbooks early to insure you will get one!!
Parking Permits
All vehicles must be registered in the main
office. All students must display a valid driver's license to register to park
on all lots. Parking spaces for the main lot ($10.00) previously paid
for in May will be assigned to pre-registered seniors and juniors on booksale
day. During the school year, as students become eligible to drive, the
student must register the vehicle in the main office, provided there are still
parking spaces available. Registration and permits are also required to
park at St. Henry’s and the tennis courts. There is no charge for these permits.
Emergency Cards
Please fill out your emergency card and return it on booksale day when picking
up class schedule. This is important information for immediate contact
for the well being of the student. Since phone calls from school are generally
placed between 8:00-4:30, it is imperative that we have a DAYTIME CONTACT NUMBER
for one or both parents. Please list work, and cell and pager numbers.
Cafeteria
The school cafeteria will again serve hot meals daily starting with the first
full day of school. The price of a full Type A meal will be $1.70. Students
who do not want to purchase the Type A meal may bring their lunches or purchase
individually priced a la carte items.
Parent Organizations
The
Althoff Mothers’ Club meets
on the second Thursday of every month in the school cafeteria. The Crusaders
Athletic Club, the booster organization for athletics, is open to all alumni,
parents and friends and meets twice a year. Meeting dates and other information
will be sent to parents at the start of the year. We urge everyone to become
active in these organizations. They need your support.
Financial Information
PAST-DUE ACCOUNTS: Students with accounts still to be paid for the 2004-2005 school year must clear these accounts prior to booksale day. No schedules will be issued until accounts are paid in full. Questions concerning these accounts may be directed to the school’s Business Manager, Ms. Hendricks, or to the Principal prior to booksale days. We ask your cooperation in this matter.
TUITION: Equal tuition payments will be made at least on a monthly basis over a nine (9) month period by the 10th of each month. The first payment is to be made no later than September 10 and the final payment no later than May 10. Senior students must have their tuition paid in full by May 1. Tuition payments must be current for a student to take semester examinations in December and May. All students will be expected to follow the aforementioned policy unless prior arrangements have been made with the principal’s office.
Tuition for the 2005-2006 school year:
1. Diocesan Catholic Students:
1st student in family $4,350.00
2nd student in family $4,350.00
3rd student in family No
charge
2. Out of Diocese Catholic Students:
Per student $4,650.00
3. Non-Catholic Students:
Per student $4,945.00
PARISH ASSESSMENT: The pastors of parishes in the Belleville Diocese pay a student assessment to Althoff High School for each student from their parish attending our school. Parents are to be aware that if the assessment is not forthcoming from the pastor of a student’s parish, for whatever reason, then the assessment charge is added to the student’s tuition account. In these situations, parents will be asked to discuss the matter with their pastor.
FEES: Payment for fees as well as books must be made on booksale days. All students will be assessed a General Fee of $125.00. This fee helps cover charges the school pays on each student for secondary insurance coverage, internet access and use, Diocesan services and inter-library charges.
RETURNED CHECK CHARGE: A $25.00 fee will be charged for all insufficient checks.
FUNDRAISERS: The school, out of financial necessity, will be asking our students to participate in our annual calendar sale, which occurs during the months of November – February. We ask all parents to support their children and the school in this endeavor. All fundraisers on behalf of the school will be run through the Development Office, the parent organizations and the School Board.