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SAINT FRANCES ACADEMY
Scholar & Parent Handbook
2021 – 2022
Deacon B. Curtis Turner, Ed.D., Head of School
501 East Chase Street | Baltimore, Maryland 21202
(410) 539-5794 | (410) 685-2650 fax | info@SFAcademy.org
Office Hours: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM | Summer Office Hours: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
SFAcademy.org | Instagram / Twitter @SFA1828 | Facebook – St. Frances AcademyNothing Less than Scholar Success!!!
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Address:
City: Zip Code:
Phone: Class:
“Keep hold of instruction; do not let go; guard her, for she is your life.”
– Proverbs 4:13 (ESV)
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(Rev. 20210919)FOREWARD This handbook is intended to be used as a quick reference for scholars, parents, and staff as a guide to the rules, regulations, and general information regarding Saint Frances Academy. Each scholar is responsible for becoming familiar with the handbook and knowing the information contained within. Parents are encouraged to use this handbook as a resource to assist their child(ren) in following the rules contained in this handbook. Although the information found in this handbook is detailed and specific on many topics, the handbook is not intended to be all-encompassing to cover every situation and circumstance that may arise during any school day or school year. This handbook does not create a “contract.” The school leadership reserves the right to make decisions and rule revisions at any time to implement the educational program and to assure the well-being of all scholars. The school leadership will be responsible for implementing and interpreting the rules contained in the handbook. Should a situation or circumstance arise that is not specifically covered in this handbook, the school leadership will decide based on all applicable policies, municipal, state, and federal statutes, and regulations. Saint Frances Academy, Inc. is owned and operated by the Oblate Sisters of Providence and as such, the ultimate responsibility for the overall operation of the school rests with its Board of Directors.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOREWARD ________________________________________________________________________ 3
OUR SCHOOL ______________________________________________________________________ 7
Mission .......................................................................................................................................................... 7
Philosophy & Beliefs ...................................................................................................................................... 7
Our Guiding Principles ................................................................................................................................... 7
Board of Directors ......................................................................................................................................... 7
School Leadership.......................................................................................................................................... 7
“Opening Doors of Opportunity Since 1828” .......................................................................................... 7
Important Dates in the History of Saint Frances Academy ........................................................................... 8
Coat of Arms .................................................................................................................................................. 8
Statement of Non-Discrimination ................................................................................................................. 9
BLACK CATHOLIC HISTORY ROSARY ____________________________________________________ 9
The Rosary ..................................................................................................................................................... 9
Praying the Rosary ......................................................................................................................................... 9
Sign of the Cross ............................................................................................................................................ 9
Joyful Mysteries (Monday and Saturday) ...................................................................................................... 9
Sorrowful Mysteries (Tuesday and Friday) .................................................................................................... 9
Glorious Mysteries (Wednesday and Sunday) .............................................................................................. 9
The Luminous Mysteries (Thursday) ............................................................................................................. 9
Our Father (The Lord’s Prayer) ....................................................................................................................10
Hail Mary .....................................................................................................................................................10
The Glory Be (Doxology) ..............................................................................................................................10
Hail, Holy Queen ..........................................................................................................................................10
Apostles Creed.............................................................................................................................................10
Prayer Before Meals ....................................................................................................................................10
Prayer for the Beatification of Mother Mary Lange ....................................................................................10
Ending Prayers at Saint Frances Academy...................................................................................................11
OUR SCHOOL YEAR PLAN ____________________________________________________________ 11
Marking Periods...........................................................................................................................................11
Saint Frances Academy Summer School .....................................................................................................11
2021 – 2022 SCHOOL CALENDAR ______________________________________________________ 12
Weekly Calendar..........................................................................................................................................12
DRESS / UNIFORM CODE ____________________________________________________________ 15
General ........................................................................................................................................................15
Boys .............................................................................................................................................................15
Girls ..............................................................................................................................................................16
Attire for Special Class Events .....................................................................................................................16
Dress Down Day ....................................................................................................................................16
ATTENDANCE _____________________________________________________________________ 16
Tardiness/Lateness ......................................................................................................................................16
Absences ......................................................................................................................................................16
Early Dismissal .............................................................................................................................................16
Inclement Weather......................................................................................................................................17
BELL SCHEDULES ___________________________________________________________________ 18
Regular Block Schedule ...............................................................................................................................18
Mass / Assembly Schedule ..........................................................................................................................18
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(Rev. 20210919)Half-Day / Activity Schedule ........................................................................................................................18
One-Hour Delay Schedule ...........................................................................................................................18
Two-Hour Delay Schedule ...........................................................................................................................18
ACADEMICS, CURRICULUM & GRADING POLICY _________________________________________ 19
Credits..........................................................................................................................................................19
Credit for High School Courses Taken in Middle School ........................................................................19
Graduation Requirements ...........................................................................................................................19
Credit Recovery .....................................................................................................................................20
Special Consideration ............................................................................................................................20
Schedule Changes ........................................................................................................................................20
Report Cards & Progress Reports ................................................................................................................20
Honor Roll..............................................................................................................................................21
GPA Calculation.....................................................................................................................................21
Eligibility for Extracurricular Activities ........................................................................................................21
Mother Mary Lange Chapter of the National Honor Society ......................................................................22
Testing .........................................................................................................................................................22
Midterm & Final Exams .........................................................................................................................22
SAT/ACT Tests .......................................................................................................................................22
Service In God’s Name Requirements (Community Service) ......................................................................22
Academic Support .......................................................................................................................................22
Coach Class Schedule ............................................................................................................................22
Homework Policy.........................................................................................................................................23
Make-Up Assignments.................................................................................................................................23
Release of Information ................................................................................................................................23
Academic Reclassification Guidelines .........................................................................................................23
SCHOLAR CODE OF CONDUCT ________________________________________________________ 23
Academic Honesty .......................................................................................................................................23
Consequences for Academic Dishonesty ...............................................................................................24
Disciplinary Consequences – Minor/Mid-Level Infractions.........................................................................24
STANDARDIZED DISCIPLINE POLICY ____________________________________________________ 24
Suspension...................................................................................................................................................25
Expulsion......................................................................................................................................................25
POLICY ON HARASSMENT ___________________________________________________________ 25
Gang Policy ..................................................................................................................................................26
Trespassing ..................................................................................................................................................27
Weapons......................................................................................................................................................27
Theft ............................................................................................................................................................27
FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS ____________________________________________________________ 27
Tuition Management ...................................................................................................................................27
Withdrawal ..................................................................................................................................................28
Dismissal ......................................................................................................................................................28
Family Partnership Program ........................................................................................................................28
TECHNOLOGY _____________________________________________________________________ 29
Technology Usage Policy .............................................................................................................................29
School Devices & Textbooks ........................................................................................................................29
SCHOOL CULTURE __________________________________________________________________ 29
Building Pride...............................................................................................................................................29
Bulletin Board Usage ...................................................................................................................................29
Cafeteria ......................................................................................................................................................30
Change of Address & Contact Information .................................................................................................30
Communication ...........................................................................................................................................30Drop-off & Pick-Up ......................................................................................................................................30
Dropping off items.......................................................................................................................................30
Electronics ...................................................................................................................................................30
Emergency Procedures ................................................................................................................................30
FoodService / Cafeteria ...............................................................................................................................30
Lockers .........................................................................................................................................................31
Parent Involvement .....................................................................................................................................31
Parking & Transportation ............................................................................................................................31
Passes ..........................................................................................................................................................31
Photo/Video Release Policy.........................................................................................................................31
Pregnancy Code ...........................................................................................................................................31
Restrooms....................................................................................................................................................31
School Dances..............................................................................................................................................32
School Safety ...............................................................................................................................................32
Stairwells .....................................................................................................................................................32
Telephone / Mobile Phone Policy ...............................................................................................................32
Visitors .........................................................................................................................................................32
COPPIN CLINIC AT SAINT FRANCES ACADEMY ___________________________________________ 33
Participation In Health Clinic .......................................................................................................................33
Immunizations .............................................................................................................................................33
Medications .................................................................................................................................................33
24-Hour Service ...........................................................................................................................................33
Information For Parents ..............................................................................................................................33
Elevator Use.................................................................................................................................................34
MOTHER MARY OF GOOD COUNSEL PASTORAL COUNSELING CENTER (MMGC) __________________ 34
What Is Counseling?..............................................................................................................................34
Serving Scholars, Staff, and Families.....................................................................................................34
ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT_____________________________________________________________ 35
Philosophy of the Athletic Department.......................................................................................................35
Sportsmanship .............................................................................................................................................35
Athletic Ambassadors ..................................................................................................................................35
Winning Formula .........................................................................................................................................35
Sports Teams and Head Coaches ................................................................................................................35
Fall Sports ..............................................................................................................................................35
Winter Sports ........................................................................................................................................35
Spring Sports .........................................................................................................................................35
NCAA Eligibility ............................................................................................................................................36
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(Rev. 20210919)OUR SCHOOL
MISSION
Through its dignity and uniqueness, Saint Frances Academy continues the legacy of Mother Mary Lange, its
foundress. Saint Frances Academy, with faith in God’s Providence, provides relevant educational programs which give all
members a sense of their culture by helping students and members of our community, particularly the poor and the
neglected, develop and live as respectful and responsible members of God’s family.
PHILOSOPHY & BELIEFS
The mission of the Oblate Sisters of Providence and, therefore, Saint Frances Academy is to provide, in an atmosphere of
faith, a holistic and relevant educational program that gives its scholars a sense of their dignity and self-worth. The Oblate
Sisters of Providence, along with the faculty and staff, strive to instill the spirit of Mother Lange in scholars by teaching
them to recognize, develop, and affirm their God-given potential.
• Saint Frances Academy will prepare scholars, including those with difficult circumstances, for academic and
professional success in a nurturing and loving environment.
• Saint Frances Academy will prepare scholars to think and behave as responsible and just members of God’s family.
• Saint Frances Academy will strive to be a place of refuge, hope, and salvation by maintaining a community of love,
support, and discipline while working to instill in its members a sense of mutual respect and responsibility.
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Faith. Scholarship. Opportunity. Character.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
John Phelps (Board Chair) Divesh Gupta, J.D. Sr. Rita Michelle Proctor, OSP
Kayode Aje Sr. Marcia Hall, OSP (Superior General)
Sr. Annette Beecham, OSP Ryan Hiss Liat Rome
Kara Bowman Chris Keehner Deacon Paul Shelton, J.D.
Robert Burch Kim Miller John Walsh
Vince Connelly Amy Poggi Barry Williams
Fr. Kenneth Gaddy Jon Price David Zinreich
Wendy Griswold
SCHOOL LEADERSHIP
Deacon B. Curtis Turner, Ed.D., Head of School
Melissa D’Adamo, Vice President, Associate Head of SchoolOur History
“Opening Doors of Opportunity Since 1828”
Saint Frances Academy was founded in the state of Maryland in 1828, thirty-five years before President Abraham Lincoln’s
Emancipation Proclamation. Mother Mary Elizabeth Lange (1784-1882) established the school to provide a “Christian
education to colored children.”
In 1829 Elizabeth Lange, the daughter of Haitians, along with three other women of color, founded the Oblate Sisters of
Providence. It is the oldest African American religious community of Sisters in the Catholic Church. Through the decades,
the Oblate Sisters of Providence have overcome the obstacles of slavery, racism, and sexism to provide opportunity and
hope to the children of Baltimore.
The original school was located on Richmond Street. After the Civil War, the enrollment grew too large for the building.
As a result, Saint Frances Academy moved to its current location on Chase Street in 1870. It served as a convent and
Motherhouse for the Oblate Sisters, as well as a school for young women, some of whom were boarders. The room where
Mother Lange lived and died (1882) is currently preserved in memory of her work. Eventually, the Oblate Sisters moved
their Motherhouse to its present location, Mount Providence, in Catonsville.In June of 1974, Saint Frances Academy closed as an all-girls boarding and day school. The school reopened in September
of the same year as a co-educational institution, then named Saint Frances-Charles Hall High School, and became part of
the Father Charles Hall cluster. In 1978, renovations to the building were completed, with the school’s living space
converted into classrooms and the Oblate Sisters moved their convent to Brentwood Avenue. During the summer of 1991,
the Father Charles Hall cluster was reorganized, and the high school resumed its independent status as Saint Frances
Academy.
Saint Frances is the oldest continuously operating, predominantly African American Catholic High School in the United
States. Since 1828, the institution has empowered youth with an ability to overcome obstacles in the face of hopelessness.
What was true in Mother Lange’s time is still true today.
IMPORTANT DATES IN THE HISTORY OF SAINT FRANCES ACADEMY
• 1813 – Mother Mary Elizabeth Lange arrives in Baltimore and settles in the Fells Point area of the city
• June 12, 1828 – Saint Frances Academy established by Mother Mary Elizabeth Lange
• June 12, 1828 – Saint Frances Academy was located at 5 St. Mary’s Court
• June 1, 1829 – Saint Frances Academy was located at 610 George Street
• July 2, 1829 – Mother Mary Elizabeth Lange co-founded the Oblate Sisters of Providence, the first successful
Roman Catholic sisterhood in the world established by women of African descent, with Mary Madelein Balas,
Rosine Boegue, and Therese Marie Duchemin
• Dec 10, 1829 – Saint Frances Academy was located at 48 Richmond (currently Read) Street
• 1871 – Saint Frances Academy moved to its current location at 501 East Chase Street
• February 3, 1882 – Mother Mary Elizabeth Lange was called home to God
• 1974 – Saint Frances Academy becomes co-educational
COAT OF ARMS
Motto: We can. We will. We must!
School colors: Blue and white
Athletic colors: Black and gold
Mascot: Panther
Four Pillars: Faith, Scholarship, Opportunity, & Character
The Circle represents wholeness and continuity. The Circle is unbroken and reminds
us of God’s continuing and unfailing love for us.
1828 is the year Saint Frances Academy was established in Baltimore, Maryland by
Mother Mary Elizabeth Lange.
The Shield within the Circle is the same shield found in the Coat of Arms for the Oblate
Sisters of Providence; the school is one of the ministries of the Oblate Sisters of
Providence.
The Wingspan of a Dove at the top of the Shield represents the Holy Spirit who enlightens our minds and hearts.
The Fleur-de-lis, the lily, positioned on the upper part of the cross, which recalls God’s Providence and cares for us as well
as Mother Lange’s French heritage.
The Heart represents the love that is shared within the Saint Frances Academy family.
The Anchor forms the base of the cross. It depicts the hope that we have for the scholars of Saint Frances Academy and
the stability we strive to provide for our scholars despite the many difficulties they face.
The Cross speaks of the difficulties that must be overcome before we reach our final reward. It reminds us of the cross of
Christ, our salvation, which is an integral part of our Catholic Faith.
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(Rev. 20210919)STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
Saint Frances Academy does not discriminate based on sex, race, color, national origin, religious preference, and disability,
and/or handicap in any educational programs or activities.
BLACK CATHOLIC HISTORY ROSARY
THE ROSARY
The six fundamental prayers listed above are also part of the Catholic rosary, a devotion dedicated to the Blessed Virgin,
the Mother of God. (CCC 971) The rosary consists of fifteen decades. Each decade focuses upon a particular mystery in
the life of Christ and his Blessed Mother. It is customary to say five decades at a time, while meditating upon one set of
mysteries.
PRAYING THE ROSARY
1. Make the sign of the Cross and pray the Apostles’ Creed
2. Pray 1 Our Father, 3 Hail Marys and the Glory Be
3. Introduce the mystery. Pray 1 Our Father, 10 Hail Marys and the Glory Be
4. Repeat step 3 for each of the next 4 mysteries
5. Pray the Hail, Holy Queen and make the sign of the Cross
SIGN OF THE CROSS
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
JOYFUL MYSTERIES (MONDAY AND SATURDAY)
I. The Annunciation
II. The Visitation
III. The Birth of our Lord
IV. The Presentation of our Lord
V. The Finding of our Lord in the Temple
SORROWFUL MYSTERIES (TUESDAY AND FRIDAY)
I. The Agony in the Garden
II. The Scourging at the Pillar
III. The Crowning with Thorns
IV. The Carrying of the Cross
V. The Crucifixion and Death of our Lord
GLORIOUS MYSTERIES (WEDNESDAY AND SUNDAY)
I. The Resurrection
II. The Ascension
III. The Descent of the Holy Spirit
IV. The Assumption of our Blessed Mother into Heaven
V. The Coronation of Mary as Queen of Heaven and Earth
THE LUMINOUS MYSTERIES (THURSDAY)
I. Baptism in the Jourdan
II. Wedding feast of Cana
III. Proclamation of the Kingdom of God
IV. The Transfiguration
V. Institution of the EucharistOUR FATHER (THE LORD’S PRAYER)
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name;
thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses,
As we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into
temptations but deliver us from evil. Amen.
HAIL MARY
Hail, Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee.
Blessed are thou among women and bless is
the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary,
Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and
at the hour of our death. Amen.
THE GLORY BE (DOXOLOGY)
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning is now, and ever shall be world
without end. Amen.
HAIL, HOLY QUEEN
Hail, holy Queen, Mother of mercy: Hail, our life, our sweetness
and our hope. To you do we cry, poor banished children of Eve.
To you do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this
valley of tears. Turn then most gracious advocate, your eyes of
mercy toward us; and after this our exile show unto us the blessed
fruit of your womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary.
APOSTLES CREED
I believe in one God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who
was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was
buried.
He descended into hell; the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right
hand of the Father; from thence he shall come to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of
the body, and life everlasting. Amen
PRAYER BEFORE MEALS
Bless us O Lord, and these thy gifts, which we are about to receive, from thy bounty, through Christ, our Lord. Amen.
PRAYER FOR THE BEATIFICATION OF MOTHER MARY LANGE
Almighty and Eternal God, You granted Mother Mary Lange extraordinary trust in Your providence. You endowed her with
humility, courage, holiness, and an extraordinary sense of service to the poor and sick. You enabled her to found the
Oblate Sisters of Providence and provide educational, social and spiritual ministry especially to the African American
community. Mother Lange’s love for all enabled her to see Christ in each person, and the pain of prejudice and racial
hatred never blurred that vision. Deign to raise her to the highest honors of the altar in order that, through her
intercession, more souls may come to a deeper understanding and a more fervent love of You. Heavenly Father, glorify
Your heart by granting also this favour (here mention your request) which we ask through the intercession of Your faithful
servant, Mother Mary Lange.
• Nihil Obstat: Msgr. Carroll Satterfield Censor Liborum Archdiocese of Baltimore
• Imprimatur: Most Reverend William H Keeler, DD Archbishop of Baltimore November 15, 1991
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(Rev. 20210919)ENDING PRAYERS AT SAINT FRANCES ACADEMY
Person praying: Mother Mary Lange
Response: Pray for us.
Person praying: Live Jesus in our hearts
Response: Forever.
OUR SCHOOL YEAR PLAN
MARKING PERIODS
The school year is divided into two semesters, which are each divided into two marking periods known as quarters. At the
end of each semester, Scholars take a comprehensive examination—a mid-term exam at the end of the first semester
(i.e., second quarter) and a final exam at the end of the second semester (i.e., fourth quarter).
The dates for this year’s academic calendar are as follows:
Y1
Tue, Sep 7, 2021 – Fri, Jun 3, 2022
S1 S2
Tue, Sep 7, 2021 – Fri, Jan 21, 2022 Mon, Jan 17, 2022 – Fri, Jun 3, 2022
Q1 (40%) Q2 (40%) M1 (10%) Q3 (40%) Q4 (40%) F1 (10%)
Mon, Nov 8, Mon, Jan 17, Tue, May
Tue, Sep 7, 2021 – Mon, Dec 13, 2022 – Fri, Mon, Mar 28, 30, 2022 –
2021 – Fri, Fri, Jan 14, 2021 – Thu, Mar 25, 2022 – Fri, Thu, Jun 3,
Nov 5, 2021 2021 Dec 16, 2021 2022 May 27, 2022 2022
SAINT FRANCES ACADEMY SUMMER SCHOOL
The Saint Frances Academy Summer School program is a six-week program intended to provide scholars with the
opportunity to recover credits or improve a course grade to satisfy graduation requirements. The limited number of
courses are generally longer in length, typically three or more hours per day, than traditional classes. Summer school will
be offered June 27 – August 5, 2022.2021 – 2022 SCHOOL CALENDAR
Our school follows an 80-minute A/B block schedule as follows:
• A day courses are on Monday and Wednesday
• B day courses are on Tuesday and Thursday
The Friday course schedule will alternate between A/B weeks. Specifically,
• A week courses are the same as A-day courses, i.e., Monday and Wednesday. The first day of school is September
7, 2021, which is A-week
• B week courses are the same as B-day courses, i.e., Tuesday and Thursday. The last day of school is June 3, 2022,
which is A-week
WEEKLY CALENDAR
Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Qtr Wk A/B Wk Holidays & Notes
2 - Faculty Retreat
29 30 31 1 2 3 4 3 - SFA vs St. Joseph Regional (Football)
3 - Faculty Cookout
6 - Labor Day
7 - First Day of School
9 - Back to School Night
5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Q1 1 A 10 - SFA vs Franklin (Football)
10 - Exclusion
10 - Last Day to Withdraw
11 - ACT Testing
Sep
2021 13 - Indian Head Naval Base program (11th & 12th grades)
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Q1 2 B
SFA vs Good Counsel (Football)
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Q1 3 A
30 - Opening School Liturgy
26 27 28 29 30 1 2 Q1 4 B 1 - SFA vs De La Salle - CA (Football)
2 - SAT Testing
5 - Senior Retreat
5 - Q1 Progress Reports Due
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Q1 5 A 7 - Senior Inauguration - Practice
8 - Senior Inauguration- Practice
8 - Exclusion
13 - National Testing (9th-11th)
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Q1 6 B 13 - Seniors No School
15 - SFA vs Detroit Catholic Central- MI (Football)
19 - PTA Meeting
Oct 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Q1 7 A 22 - SFA vs Bishop Sycamore (Football)
23 - ACT Testing
29 - Fall Fest
24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Q1 8 B
29 - SFA vs West Toronto Prep (Football)
31 - Halloween
1 - All Saints Day
2 - Election Day—School Closed
31 1 2 3 4 5 6 Q1 9 A
5 - Q1 ENDS/Grades Due
5 - SFA vs St. Thomas More (Football)
6 - SAT Testing
7 - Daylight Saving Time Ends
8 - Q2 Begins
7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Q2 1 B 9 - Exclusion
11 - Veterans Day (School In-Session)
Nov 11 - ACRE Religion Exam (9th-12th)
16 - Deck the Halls Day 1
17 - Deck the Halls Day 2
14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Q2 2 A
18 - Q1 Report Card Conferences
19 - SFA vs IMG- FL (Football)
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(Rev. 20210919)WEEKLY CALENDAR
Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Qtr Wk A/B Wk Holidays & Notes
23 - Thanksgiving Prayer Service
23 - PTA Meeting
21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Q2 3 B 24 - Thanksgiving Break—School Closed
25 - Thanksgiving Day—School Closed
26 - Thanksgiving Break—School Closed
29 - Advent Prayer Service (Morning Chapel)
28 29 30 1 2 3 4 Q2 4 A 2 - Junior Ring Mass Practice
4 - SAT Testing
6 - Advent Prayer Service (Morning Chapel)
6 - Junior Retreat
7 - Junior Ring Mass Practice
8 - Exclusion
5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Q2 5 B
8 - Feast of the Immaculate Conception
10 - Junior Ring Mass
10 - Junior Ring Dance
11 - ACT Testing
Dec 13 - Advent Prayer Service (Morning Chapel)
14 - Mid-Term Exams
14 - Q2 Progress Report Due
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Q2 6 A
15 - Mid-Term Exams
16 - Mid-Term Exams
17 - Mid-Term Exams (Make-Up Day)
20 - Christmas Break Begins
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Q2 B
25 - Christmas (observed), Christmas
26 27 28 29 30 31 1 Q2 A 1 - New Year's Day
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Q2 7 B 3 - Return from Christmas Break
11 - Freshman Commitment Practice
11 - Exclusion
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Q2 8 A 12 - Freshman Commitment Practice
14 - Freshman Commitment Ceremony
14 - Q2/S1 Ends- Grades Due
Jan
2022 17 - Martin Luther King Day—School Closed
16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Q3 1 B
17 - Q3 Begins
23 24 25 26 27 28 29 Q3 2 A 27 - Q2 Report Card Conferences
31 - Spirit Week Begins
30 31 1 2 3 4 5 Q3 3 B 1 - Black the Halls
4 - Spring Homecoming (Basketball Game)
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Q3 4 A 12 - ACT Testing
13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Q3 5 B 16 - Q3 Progress Reports Due
21 - Presidents' Day (School In-Session)
Feb 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Q3 6 A 24 - Soul Food Luncheon
25 - Black History Month Program
2 - Ash Wednesday
27 28 1 2 3 4 5 Q3 7 B 3 - Sophomore Pinning/NHS Practice
4 - Sophomore Pinning/NHS Practice
8 - Sophomore Retreat
9 - Feast of Saint Frances of Rome-Prayer Service
10 - Sophomore Pinning
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Q3 8 A
10 - National Honor Society Cermony
11 - Exclusion
12 - SAT Testing
Mar
13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Q3 9 B 18 - Lenten Prayer Service - Stations
23 - ACT Aspire Testing
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Q3 10 A 25 - Q3 Ends/ Gardes Due
25 - Career Day
27 28 29 30 31 1 2 Q4 1 B 31 - Q3 Report Card ConferencesWEEKLY CALENDAR
Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Qtr Wk A/B Wk Holidays & Notes
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Q4 2 A 8 - Lenten Prayer Service - Reconcilliation
12 - Exclusion
13 - Lenten Prayer Service
14 - Spring Break Begins
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Q4 3 B
14 - Holy Thursday
Apr 15 - Passover
15 - Good Friday
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Q4 A 17 - Easter
25 - Return from Spring Break
24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Q4 B
29 - Q4 Progress Reports Due
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Q4 4 A 6 - Spring Fest
8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Q4 5 B 13 - Scholars' Convocation
16 - Seniors Last Day of Instruction
17 - Senior Exams
17 - Senior Farewell Practice
18 - Senior Exams
15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Q4 6 A
18 - Senior Farewell Practice
19 - Senior Exams
May 19 - Senior Farewell Practice
20 - Senior Farewell Ceremony
22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Q4 7 B
30 - Memorial Day
31 - Graduation Practice
31 - Final Exam (Underclassmen)
29 30 31 1 2 3 4 Q4 8 A
1 - Final Exam (Underclassmen)
2 - Final Exam (Underclassmen)
3 - Baccalaureate Mass
5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Q4 B 5 - Graduation
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 A
Jun
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 B
26 27 28 29 30 1 2 SU1 A 27 - Summer School Begins
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 SU1 B 4 - Independence Day
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 SU1 A
Jul 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 SU1 B
24 25 26 27 28 29 30 SU1 A
31 1 2 3 4 5 6 SU1 B 5 - Summer School Ends
7 8 9 10 11 12 13 A
14 15 16 17 18 19 20 B
Aug
21 22 23 24 25 26 27 A
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(Rev. 20210919)DRESS / UNIFORM CODE
St. Frances Academy is dedicated to maintaining a healthy and productive learning environment. Scholar dress should
conform to standards of decency, safety, modesty, and cleanliness without being distracting. The dress code is designed
to provide an optimum learning environment for a college preparatory school. Scholars are required to wear uniforms.
The uniforms are a part of building the school culture and expectations for readiness to learn. Scholars must arrive at
school properly dressed and observe the dress code until the end of the school day. Scholars who are in violation will
receive disciplinary consequences.
Scholars are allowed multiple opportunities to ensure two (2) excused daily uniform passes per year. The scholar must
see an administrator before the school day begins. Consequences will be applied after the two excuses are used. If a
scholar needs an extended uniform pass for a medical (or financial) reason, the scholar must speak with the principal or
the administrative designee.
Uniforms must be purchased from Flynn & O’Hara Uniform Company – FlynnOHara.com; phone: (800) 441-4122.
GENERAL
• Hair – Hair should be neat, clean, combed, and kept in good taste. No pictures, words, or designs are to be cut or
painted in the hair. Scholars are to refrain from excessive hair coloring or glitter. Hair grooming should not take
place during school hours. No hats, headbands, or bandanas are to be worn in the school.
• Jewelry – Freshmen and sophomores are only allowed to wear one watch, one ring, and one pair of post-earrings
not larger than the size of the ear lobe. Juniors and seniors may wear one pair of small hoop earrings, not larger
than a quarter, one bracelet, one ring other than the school ring, and one watch. No jewelry resembling drugs or
drug paraphernalia, bullets, guns, or spikes, or weapons are to be worn.
• Blazers – A blue blazers with the school emblem is required for all scholars in all grades.
• Pants – Navy blue or beige-colored khaki pants are the only acceptable pants. They should fit appropriately, be
hemmed properly, and worn at the waist with a black dress belt with a small buckle. No Cargo Pants (pockets on
the sides), sweatpants, or slim-fit pants are acceptable.
• Sweater – Only the navy-blue school sweaters with the imprinted school name, as sold by Flynn & O'Hara, are
permitted. No other outerwear is to be worn.
• Belt – All scholars who wear pants must wear a brown or black belt. Buckles are to be small.
• Make-up – Males, freshmen, and sophomore female scholars may not wear make-up. Junior and senior female
scholars may wear modest makeup and eyelashes at natural length. Excessive use or loud colors and long or extra-
long lashes are not appropriate
No other clothing—e.g.., sweatshirts and sweatpants—may be worn over uniforms unless permitted by administration.
BOYS
● Shirt – A white, long or short sleeve oxford-style buttoned-collar dress shirt with a necktie or bowtie is to be worn
daily. Shirts are to be clean neatly pressed. Only a plain, white, short-sleeved undershirt is permitted beneath the
shirt. It is inappropriate to wear a turtleneck shirt over or under the dress shirt. Shirttails must be tucked in pants at
all times. An approved SFA golf shirt may be worn as allowed by the administration; however, a necktie or bowtie is
NEVER to be worn with a golf shirt.
● Ties – Neckties or bowties are to be conventional length and width, appropriate for professional wear, with
conservative patterns. Ties with cartoons or printed messages that are obnoxious or in poor taste are prohibited. Ties
are to be appropriately affixed at the neck with the shirt buttoned.
● Footwear
o Shoes. All scholars, regardless of shoe size, will be required to wear black or brown dress shoes.
Irrespective of name brand, boots, and casual footwear are unacceptable, e.g., all forms of UGGs.o Socks. White, black, or navy-blue socks are permitted. Socks are always required.
GIRLS
● Shirt – A white opaque tailored uniform long or short sleeve blouse with an oxford-style buttoned collar must be worn
daily. Only a plain, white, short-sleeved undershirt is permitted beneath the shirt. Blouses are to be pressed, fastened
to the first button at the neck, and worn with the shirttails inside skirts and slacks. An approved SFA golf shirt may be
worn as allowed by the administration; however, a necktie or bowtie is NEVER to be worn with a golf shirt.
● Skirts – The regulation navy and gray pleated skirt is the only acceptable skirt. The skirt must be worn no more than 2
inches above the knee all the way around.
● Footwear
o Shoes. Black or brown, low-heeled dress shoes. Irrespective of name brand, boots, and casual footwear
are unacceptable, e.g., all forms of UGGs.
o Socks. Navy blue, black, or white knee-high socks or tights must be worn.
ATTIRE FOR SPECIAL CLASS EVENTS
Attire for Special Class Events such as Freshmen Commitment Ceremony, Sophomore Pinning, Junior Ring Mass, Senior
Inauguration, Senior Farewell, etc. is as follows: No jeans or tennis shoes of any kind, and no T-shirts, shorts, or leggings.
Scholars should be dressed in business attire with nothing too short, too tight, or too revealing. For young ladies, jackets
must be worn with sleeveless and/or strapless shirts/blouses.
The school’s administration has the final decision regarding appropriate attire. Scholars dressed inappropriately will not
be allowed to participate in the event.
Dress Down Day
On “dress down days,” scholars are not permitted to wear flip flops, pajama bottoms, sweatpants, T-shirts with
inappropriate writing or graphics, tank tops, halter tops, spandex, stretch pants/yoga pants, “short” shorts or skirts, or
any other revealing/inappropriate clothing.
ATTENDANCE
Scholars are required to be in attendance each school day. Understanding that participation in the classroom is a vital
aspect of a scholar’s academic performance, it is the responsibility of each parent to ensure their scholar(s) attend(s)
school. Regular attendance in school is essential to academic success. Excessive absences for reasons other than illness
and/or family emergencies disrupt the flow of the curriculum and make it difficult for the scholar to attain the required
skills. Scholars who miss class because of participating in non-instructional activities are responsible for any classwork
and/or homework missed and should request assignments ahead of time.
TARDINESS/LATENESS
Each scholar is granted five (5) “free” tardies (i.e., latenesses) per semester. This includes late arrivals to school and/or
class during the day. When a scholar exceeds five (5) tardies per semester, they are subject to disciplinary action. Scholars
are not to be admitted to class without a pass.
ABSENCES
Scholars have ten (10) absences per semester. Upon the first day of return, the scholar must present proper
documentation, with a parent’s note, to the office. When a scholar has more than ten (10) absences during a semester
or twenty (20) or more absences during a year, the school reserves the right to impose disciplinary action and/or record
a failing grade.
EARLY DISMISSAL
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(Rev. 20210919)Parents/Guardians are requested to make business and medical appointments after school or on school holidays. In cases
where a scholar must leave school early, a written request from a parent/guardian stating the reason must be given to
the office before 8:30 am. Excused early dismissals:
• Doctor’s appointment with physician verification
• Serious injury or illness of a family member with physician verification
• Court date with verification
• Home emergency with documentation
When leaving school, scholars must sign out at the office. If returning, they must sign back in. Scholars leaving for a medical
appointment or court must present appropriate documentation upon their return. Scholars whose parents/guardians do
not present written verification of early dismissal are marked as truant. Truancy can result in disciplinary action.
INCLEMENT WEATHER
In the event of a delayed opening, families will receive communication directly from the school. In most cases, we follow
the decisions of Baltimore County Public Schools for weather-related delays, however, opening information will be
available via the four major broadcasting networks in the Baltimore metropolitan area. Scholars are expected to arrive on
time, in uniform, and ready to participate in the academic exercises for the day.
The decision to delay the opening of the school may be made for the following reasons:
• Travel conditions are potentially unsafe in the early morning but are expected to improve during the day
• Acceptable travel conditions exist in the early morning, but weather forecasts predicting that worsening travel
conditions are imminent
• The decision to close after previously announcing a delayed opening will be announced via news media
If there is a delayed opening, the start times will be as follows:
• One-hour late opening: school begins at 9:30 AM
• Two-hour late opening: school begins at 10:30 AMBELL SCHEDULES
Saint Frances Academy has five bell schedules to accommodate our various needs. Alternate schedules may be published.
REGULAR BLOCK SCHEDULE
80 Min Classes
Chapel Chapel
8:30 AM 8:50 AM 8:30 AM 8:50 AM
A B
8:55 AM 10:15 AM 8:55 AM 10:15 AM
C D
LUNCH 1 / ENRICHMENT 1 LUNCH 1 / ENRICHMENT 1
10:20 AM 11:40 AM 10:20 AM 11:40 AM
E F
ENRICHMENT 2 / LUNCH 2 ENRICHMENT 2 / LUNCH 2
11:45 AM 1:05 PM 11:45 AM 1:05 PM
G H
1:10 PM 2:30 PM 1:10 PM 2:30 PM
MASS / ASSEMBLY SCHEDULE HALF-DAY / ACTIVITY SCHEDULE
70 min Classes 45 min Classes
A B A B
8:30 AM 9:40 AM 8:30 AM 9:40 AM 8:30 AM 9:15 AM 8:30 AM 9:15 AM
Mass / Assembly Mass / Assembly Mass / Assembly Mass / Assembly
70 min class 70 min class 70 min class 70 min class
9:45 AM 10:45 AM 9:45 AM 10:45 AM 9:20 AM 10:05 AM 9:20 AM 10:05 AM
C D C D
LUNCH 1 / ENRICHMENT 1 LUNCH 1 / ENRICHMENT 1 LUNCH 1 / ENRICHMENT 1 LUNCH 1 / ENRICHMENT 1
10:50 AM 12:00 PM 10:50 AM 12:00 PM 10:10 AM 10:55 AM 10:10 AM 10:55 AM
E F E F
ENRICHMENT 2 / LUNCH 2 ENRICHMENT 2 / LUNCH 2 ENRICHMENT 2 / LUNCH 2 ENRICHMENT 2 / LUNCH 2
12:05 PM 1:15 PM 12:05 PM 1:15 PM 11:00 AM 11:45 AM 11:00 AM 11:45 AM
G H F H
1:20 PM 2:30 PM 1:20 PM 2:30 PM 11:50 AM 12:35 PM 11:50 AM 12:35 PM
ONE-HOUR DELAY SCHEDULE TWO-HOUR DELAY SCHEDULE
65 min Classes 50 min Classes
Chapel Chapel Chapel Chapel
9:30 AM 9:50 AM 9:30 AM 9:50 AM 10:30 AM 10:50 AM 10:30 AM 10:50 AM
A B A B
9:55 AM 11:00 AM 9:55 AM 11:00 AM 10:55 AM 11:45 AM 10:55 AM 11:45 AM
C D C D
LUNCH 1 / ENRICHMENT 1 LUNCH 1 / ENRICHMENT 1 LUNCH 1 / ENRICHMENT 1 LUNCH 1 / ENRICHMENT 1
11:05 AM 12:10 PM 11:05 AM 12:10 PM 11:50 AM 12:40 PM 11:50 AM 12:40 PM
E F E F
ENRICHMENT 2 / LUNCH 2 ENRICHMENT 2 / LUNCH 2 ENRICHMENT 2 / LUNCH 2 ENRICHMENT 2 / LUNCH 2
12:15 PM 1:20 PM 12:15 PM 1:20 PM 12:45 PM 1:35 PM 12:45 PM 1:35 PM
G H G H
1:25 PM 2:30 PM 1:25 PM 2:30 PM 1:40 PM 2:30 PM 1:40 PM 2:30 PM
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(Rev. 20210919)ACADEMICS, CURRICULUM & GRADING POLICY
CREDITS
As with most high schools, the measure of a credit is based on the Carnegie Unit, which measures secondary school
educational attainment over a set timeframe. Scholars earn one credit for the successful completion of each two-semester
course and a half-credit for each semester course—this is an earned credit. Until a credit is earned, the scholar has the
potential to earn the credit amount assigned to a course—this is a potential credit. The successful completion of a course
is when the scholar has earned a grade of C or higher. Credits towards high school graduation may be given for courses
offered by accredited colleges.
Credit for High School Courses Taken in Middle School
Scholars who have completed high school courses offered at the middle school level are eligible to earn high school credit
for the course. The grade MUST be recorded on the scholar’s middle school transcript. If a scholar retakes a high school
course, taken in middle school, for which credit was earned, the high school grade will be calculated into the GPA and only
one credit will be awarded. In cases of world language courses, only one credit will be awarded for high school classes
taken in middle school.
The successful completion of the course will count towards the credits needed for graduation and will be recorded on the
scholar’s high school transcript. However, the grade will not be calculated into the high school grade point average (GPA).
Such courses will not count for NCAA “core courses.”
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Saint Frances Academy requires scholars to successfully complete the following to be eligible for graduation:
• Clearance or payment of all financial obligations to the school
• Completion of twenty-four high school credits. Per COMAR 13A.09.09.09A – Credits Required for Graduation,
scholars must complete no less than (a) four credits in English language arts; (b) two credits in social studies to
include at least one credit in U. S. History; and (c) six credits in science and mathematics – to include at least two
science credits and two mathematics credits; (d) twelve additional credits as noted below:
SUBJECT AREA REQUIRED CLASSES NO. OF CREDITS
Religion 4
English 4
Math Algebra I 3
Algebra II
Science Biology 3
Social Studies U.S. History 3
American
Government
World Languages 2
Fine Arts 1
Technology 1
Health/Physical Education 1
Electives 2
TOTAL 24.00 *
* 24 credits required for graduation.• Complete at least six credits at Saint Frances Academy
o Scholars who transferred into the school are required to have 24 credits that include the courses listed
above with at least one religion course for each year enrolled at Saint Frances Academy.
o Saint Frances Academy reserves the right to decline the transfer of credit(s).
• Capstone Requirements
o 10-page senior English research paper and presentation
o American Government PowerPoint presentation
o Completed voter registration application
Credit Recovery
Scholars who did not successfully pass a course on their first attempt may enroll in an accredited educational program
before the start of the next school year. Upon successful completion of the course, the earned credit will be added to the
scholar’s academic transcript. See the Academic & College Adviser for additional information.
A select number of courses are offered at the Saint Frances Academy Summer School. Information regarding courses
offered will be available after spring break.
Scholars who are unable to successfully complete a course may be required to meet with the Academic Committee or
principal to discuss whether the scholar can return to Saint Frances Academy and if they will be promoted to the next
grade. If allowed to return, the scholar will be placed on Academic Probation.
Special Consideration
Saint Frances Academy offers special consideration for a limited number of highly qualified scholars to enroll as first-year
scholars at an accredited college or university, after earning at least 22 credits. To be eligible for special consideration,
scholars must:
• demonstrate a high level of motivation and show they are academically advanced to succeed at the collegiate
level,
• have a written offer of admission to a college or university, or approved post-secondary program,
• have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0,
• have met the requirements for Service in God’s Name,
• be on track to complete 24 credits before or by the end of the academic year in which they plan to take
advantage of an early enrollment opportunity,
• have applied for Special Consideration.
After the completion of the above requirements, the scholar will receive a graduation waiver from the principal or the
administrative designee.
SCHEDULE CHANGES
Scholars can request a schedule change by contacting the Academic & College Adviser or the Academic Specialist. Requests
will be considered, however, not all requests will be granted.
REPORT CARDS & PROGRESS REPORTS
Report Cards are issued at the end of each quarter (see School Calendar). The parent/guardian must pick up the Report
Card at the end of the first, second, and third quarters during Parent-Teacher Conferences. Parent-Teacher Conferences
will be held on the dates specified in the School Calendar. Parents who are unable to attend the Report Card Conference
may pick up report cards in the main office during regular office hours if all financial obligations are met. Final report cards
are mailed in June if all financial matters are settled.
Progress Reports are sent to parents at the halfway point of each quarter (see School Calendar). These reports indicate
how a scholar is doing in a given marking period. They do not replace Report Cards and are not official grades. Keep in
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