The information below can also be found in our
"Parent - Student Handbook."
You may download a copy of the handbook by
clicking on the image at the left.

Download the Anti-Bullying Policy

School discipline is a requisite for learning and must be maintained.  School regulations are a necessary check on the positive use of freedom so that all will enjoy their full rights...the right of teachers to teach and the right of students to learn.  Any student found to be guilty of conduct detrimental to the moral and/or physical welfare of others shall be subject to disciplinary actions.  The following are some examples of possible actions which could lead to disciplinary action including detention, suspension or expulsion: 

  1. Physical or verbal abuse to any person in authority or to another student.
  2.  Possession on school premises (including any location where school-sponsored activities are in  are in progress) of items as:  matches, drugs, knives, any sharp objects, pornographic literature or stolen goods.
  3. Committing or attempting to commit an act of theft or vandalism.
  4. Deliberate and open defiance of authority.
  5. Cheating on a test or classroom assignment will result  in a one day, in-house suspension.
  6. Any injury done to another on the school property or in all other places where the student may be as a consequence of his/her attendance at St. Edith School.
  7. Alcohol or other drug involvement will not be tolerated.  No smoking is permitted on the school property.
  8. Any other inappropriate behavior, inappropriate Web Site Posting.
  • TAKE NOTICE :  Cell phones, iPods, hand-held games (i.e. DS), etc. are not allowed in school, in the classroom or on the playground.
  • GUM IS NOT PERMITTED anywhere on the school grounds and is not to be brought to school.    There will be a fine of $0.50  for each offense.  These monies will be mission money.
  • General classroom discipline policy may vary but they are within the Assertive and/or Cooperative Discipline framework.

Students are expected to be courteous and respectful to others, including administrators, teachers, parish and school employees, volunteers, parents and students, in all of their interactions.  Students who engage in name-calling, threats, bullying, intimidation, or other conduct or communication that has the purpose of effect of creating a hostile, offensive or abusive atmosphere, including such activity in online postings on social-networks, such as MySpace, will be disciplined, up to and including expulsion.

The Archdiocese of Detroit is requiring criminal background checks on every person who is in contact with children.  This has been mandated by the national Conference of Catholic Bishops.  All volunteers ( Library, lunch supervisors, Field Trip drivers, CYO Coaches, Scout Leaders etc.) will be asked to fill out the background check Form and attend "Protecting God's Children Workshop"

Once students go out for recess, they are not to re-enter the school with- out the permission of the playground aides.  All equipment provided by the school and taken out to play must be returned to designated area at the end of the play period.  For health reasons, all students must dress according to the weather.  Students’ behavior should be based upon the respect and consideration for each person which Jesus exemplified in His life.  The following are examples of behavior that are not permitted:

  1. Hitting, spitting, biting , kicking, punching, tackling, and any other form of fighting.
  2. Obscene gestures and/or language.  disrespect for lunchroom supervisors or others.
  3. Throwing of stones, snowballs (kicking of snow) or other dangerous objects.
  4. Excluding fellow students from participating in games.
  5. Eating or drinking on the playground.

Boys:
Navy Slacks, Plain Polo Shirts or Turtlenecks (long or short sleeves, white), Navy Sweater (optional), Plain white or navy socks.  During Aug, Sept, May, June students may wear Schoolbelles Navy Walking Shorts. 
Girls:

Plaid Jumper (gr1-4), Plaid Skirt (gr5-8), Plain White Knit Blouse, Polo or Turtleneck (long or short sleeves), Navy Slacks, Navy Sweater (optional), Plain white or navy socks.  During Aug, Sept, May, June students may wear Schoolbelles Navy Walking Shorts. 

Shoes:

Dark colored dress shoes, with an appropriate heel height, may be worn.  CLEAN athletic/tennis shoes that are appropriate with our school uniform may be worn.  All shoes must be low-cut, with a manageable heel height , and have non-marking  soles.
Gym:

Uniform royal blue sweatpants.  Uniform royal blue shorts may be worn during gym class only.  Royal blue T-shirts, Shorts or sweatshirts (optional) with the school logo.  This gym uniform is to be purchased through Schoolbelles.
Spirit Day:
Uniform pants/skirts/jumpers with a spirit shirt or gym shirt, TUCKED IN. (View Spirit Wear form)
SCRIP Casual Day:

Jeans or casual slacks, and appropriate T-Shirt, TUCKED IN.
Mission Casual Day:

Jeans and an appropriate T-Shirt, TUCKED IN.
Dress Up Day:

Nice slacks, shirts, dresses, skirts, blouses.  NO JEANS, BAGGY OR LOW-HANGING PANTS, MINI-SKIRTS, TANK TOPS, MUSIC-SLOGAN LOGO SHIRTS MAY BE WORN
REMEMBER:
  1. If dress shoes are worn, athletic shoes must be available to play in the gym at lunch.
  2. No snow boots are to be worn throughout the school day.
  3. Scout uniforms are permitted for those troops meeting at St. Edith.
  4. Underneath t-shirts, if worn, must be white, no body piercing, anywhere, is allowed.
  5. No make-up, no nail polish, and no jewelry except one simple pair of post earrings.
  6. Extreme hair styles are not permitted (including bleaching or coloring of hair, dread locks).

When shopping online, St. Edith School code is: S0603
Click here for the 2013 Schoolbelles Dress Code (pdf)