Student Handbook and Dresscode

Give to the Lord, you families of nations, give to the Lord glory and praise; Give to the Lord the glory due His Name! Bring gifts, and enter His presence; worship the Lord in holy attire. – 1 Chronicles 16:28-9

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The  Seton Handbook, Purpose, and Mission:

Our young people cannot announce the Good News unless they have heard it. They need to hear it in their homes and in. They need to hear it in their homes and int heir schools. In His infinite mercy, God has chosen Seton School to be one instrument by which young people can hear the truth. All of us at Seton would be the first to admit that we are weak instruments indeed, but we take consolation in St. Paul’s words, “God uses the weak things of this world to put to shame the strong.” The good that Seton does is done by the grace of God, and through God’s generosity this good will spread far beyond the walls of Seton…. Please remember Seton’s educational apostolate in your prayers, for without Him we can do nothing.

 

Discipline produces self-discipline; self-discipline cultivates confidence, strength, and success in all aspects of life, including work, school, athletics, relationships and most importantly, faith. For children and young adults especially, it gives them the power and inner strength needed to overcome many of life’s major challenges. A fair and solid Disciplinary System, coupled with thorough and consistent enforcement of it, lays the foundation for developing self-discipline throughout the student body, and fosters Seton’s mission to create a focused and productive Catholic learning environment.

Cell Phone Policy

Important Reminders about Seton’s Cell Phone Policy


(Everything that says cell phones also applies to smart watches.)

PLEASE DO NOT CALL YOUR STUDENT’S CELL PHONE OR TEXT YOUR STUDENT DURING SCHOOL HOURS. ALL STUDENT CELL PHONES MUST BE TURNED OFF FOR THE ENTIRETY OF THE SCHOOL DAY BEGINNING AT THE FIRST BELL UNTIL THE FINAL BELL OF THE SCHOOL DAY.

Any student may use their cell phone as a phone only in front of the high school lobby, (this includes the sidewalk area in front of the main doors), or in front of a teacher or staff member.  Students are not to gather around any screens.  If phones are used without permission or inappropriately, they may be temporarily confiscated or asked to be put away and the student will receive a Cat I demerit.

Parents may call the school to leave messages. The office staff will post messages on the student bulletin board. Students will be allowed to use the office phone for urgent matters such as illness, injury, or scheduling issues.

Any student caught with a cell phone turned on and in their possession during a quiz, test, midterm, or final exam will automatically receive a zero (as well as all consequences involved with not following the rules governing cell phones). If the zero results in failing the class, the student will need to retake the course.

Upperclassmen


  1. In an effort to encourage mature management and self-discipline regarding cell phones, upperclassmen (Juniors and Seniors) are allowed to have powered-off cell phones in their possession at Seton School during school hours.
  2. If an upperclassman has an urgent need to contact a parent during the school day, he/she must get permission from a teacher or staff member or go to the office and ask to use the office phone.
  3. If an upperclassman’s phone is heard (but not out) and has therefore not been powered off, the student will receive a Cat I demerit, the phone will be confiscated and taken to the main office and their parents/guardian will be notified.
  4. If an upperclassman uses their phone without permission or supervision during the school day, the student will receive an automatic detention, the phone will be confiscated and taken to the main office and their parents/guardian will be notified.
  5. Confiscated upperclassmen phones will be returned to the owner at the end of the day after a fine of $30 is paid at the front office or payment arrangements have been made. The money from such fines will be donated to underprivileged children in Honduras and Belize.
  6. An upperclassman violating any of the above policies more than twice will lose their privilege to have a cell phone at Seton unless there are extenuating circumstances approved by the Seton Administration. (Phones might have to be checked in and out of the school office at the beginning and end of the school day).
  7. Texting violates the policy of unpowered phones and is not allowed at any time during school hours. All rules which apply to talking on a cell phone also apply to texting.

 

Underclassmen


  1. Underclassmen (7th-10th grade) are not allowed to have a cell phone on their person or in their backpacks during the school day but may bring a cell phone to school and keep it in their car or store it in their locker upon arrival. Seton School is not responsible for stolen cell phones. (Students may use a lock on their lockers. See “Lockers” for more information).
  2. If an underclassman has an urgent need to contact a parent during the school day, he/she must get permission from a teacher or staff member or go to the office and ask to use the office phone.
  3. If an underclassman’s phone is seen or heard or the underclassman uses their phone without permission or supervision during the school day, the student will receive an automatic detention, the phone will be confiscated and taken to the main office and their parents/guardian will be notified.
  4. Confiscated underclassmen phones will be returned to the owner at the end of the day after a fine of $30 is paid at the front office or payment arrangements have been made. The money from such fines will be donated to underprivileged children in Honduras and Belize. 

Uniform and Dress Code

Dress Code Philosophy

Students show respect for their school and themselves by taking pride in their appearance. A dress code reflects the values of the institution that establishes the code. As long as a student is enrolled at Seton School, he/she should represent and reflect the image of the school.

 

  • In the formation of mature, educated, Christian adults, students must possess personal discipline and modesty.
  • The sacrifice and effort required to adhere to a uniform dress code policy on a daily basis is an outward expression of the discipline necessary for academic success and spiritual growth.
  • In an effort to boost school pride, the dress code allows students to be identified as members of the Seton community while on campus as well as when traveling to and from school.
  • A dress code focuses on equality and a sense of belonging and thus helps to eliminate competition to “out-dress” other students.
  • Seton has four dress codes (Uniform, Out-of-Uniform Day, Activities, and Casual Dress) that are outlined in the following pages.
  • Final decisions about student dress reside with the director and faculty.
  • Adapted from John Paul the Great

 

Ordering Uniforms

Seton School has two options for ordering uniforms: Flynn and O’Hara and Lands End.

Flynn & O’Hara School Uniforms

Flynn & O’Hara skirts do not parallel traditional skirt sizing. They are sized by waist measurements. All skirts come with a 2” hem. Order by July 1st to ensure delivery before the first day of school. Remember to identify yourself as a Seton family so that you will order the correct skirt. 3 easy ways to order: 1. Visit the Service Center, Fair City Mall 9650 Main Street, Fairfax, VA 22031 (703) 503-5966 2. Order Online at www.fando.net and follow the on screen directions 3. Order by Phone Toll Free   1-800-441-4122 Monday-Friday 9-5, Saturday 10-2. Click on the image for more information.

 

Lands’ End School Uniforms

Approved Girls’ skirts are listed on the Lands’ End Uniform website. When ordering from Lands’ End make sure you use preferred school # 900057647 and identify yourself as Seton family. 2 Easy ways to order: 1. Order online at http://www.landsend. com/shop/school-uniforms/-/N-g54 Use preferred school # 900057647 2. Order by Phone Toll Free   1-800-963-4816 *Lands’ End items can be ordered and tried on at any participating Sears store as well.

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