BISHOP BARAGA CATHOLIC SCHOOL AT A GLANCE Educating Tomorrow’s Leaders and Saints
Mission
Admissions & Registration
Bishop Baraga Catholic School is a ministry of the parishes of American Martyrs, Immaculate Conception, St. Mary and St. Joseph, and St. Mary Queen of Peace. Guided by the Holy Spirit, we are built upon the Cornerstones of our Catholic Faith, Academic Excellence, Family Atmosphere, and Structure and Discipline. Our school offers the challenging and rewarding curriculum that parents want for their children. Ultimately, our mission is helping students reach their highest potential while laying the foundation for their God-given vocation.
Bishop Baraga Catholic School admits students of any sex, color, national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities made available to students in the school. It accepts students of any religious conviction; however, we fully and firmly believe, teach, and practice the magisterial teachings of the Catholic Church. We are committed to living as disciples of Christ and seek to maintain a personal relationship with the person of Jesus Christ. For example, we teach that all Catholics have a serious obligation to attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days of obligation. We teach that life is a sacred gift from God that begins at conception and ends at natural death. We also believe and teach that marriage is ordained by God to be an indissoluble bond between one man and one woman. We attend Mass twice a week and believe that Jesus Christ is truly present in the Eucharist.
Whole Person Bishop Baraga Catholic School provides a program of religious formation which is built on a firm foundation of scripture and gives emphasis to the Trinity, sacraments, church, morality, and Christian works. Our goal is to help students grow in their faith as Catholics. A Catholic faith that is alive and growing is grounded in a deepening relationship with God, in Jesus Christ, through the Holy Spirit.
Bishop Baraga Catholic School 406 W. B St. Iron Mountain, MI 49801
Principal Angela Oller aoller@baragaup.com 906-774-2277 BaragaUP.com
The Catholic Christian faith and culture are integrated into every subject taught at our school. Our staff is committed not only to academic excellence but also to teaching students how to apply the truths of the Catholic Faith to every aspect of life.
BISHOP BARAGA CATHOLIC SCHOOL AT A GLANCE 2019-2020 Tuition Rates
2019-2020 Tuition Rates
Preschool and Pre-kindergarten 3 and 4 years old, respectively, before Sept. 1 of Academic Year
Kindergarten - 8th Grade Kindergarten students must by 5 years old by Sept. 1 of Academic Year.
New Family Enrollment Fee: $50 Family Re-enrollment Fee: $50 Until April 30 $100 After April 30
New Family Enrollment Fee: $50 Family Re-enrollment Fee: $50 Until April 30 $100 After April 30
Preschool (3 years old)- Afternoon Classes Only 5 Days a week $1700
Subsidized* Rate One Student $2320 Additional Student $2010 Each Additional Student $515
Monday - Friday
3 Days a Week Mon, Weds, Fri
2 Days a Week Tues, Thurs
$1240 $1030
Pre-Kindergarten (4 years old) Full Day $3915 Monday - Friday
Mornings Only Monday - Friday
$1700
Discounted rate not for PS or PK Student. Early Education operates on a separate rate schedule. *A Subsidized Rate is given to active, participating members of the four local Catholic parishes, as the four local Catholic parishes each contribute substantially to the financial benefit of our school.
Non-Subsidized Rates One Student $3350 Additional Student $2940 Each Additional Student $830
Discounted rate not for PS or PK Student. Early Education operates on a separate rate schedule.
Families with children in both the K-8 & Preschool/Pre-K program will receive a $500 discount on tuition.
Scrip Scrip is a program of purchasing gift cards or certificates at face value. The participating businesses give Bishop Baraga a percentage of the total sale. This profit is used in our general fund to reduce the overall cost of running the school and to offset tuition. Families will be required to earn a $200 scrip credit each year. After meeting the $200, families can continue to purchase and use scrip to reduce their tuition bill for the following school year. Those families that opt out of this requirement will be charged an equivalent $200 Scrip Buyout Fee.
Tuition Assistance Available for K-8 Students Complete the online FACTS Grant and Aid Assessment: Requests for financial aid will be reviewed by FACTS Management, an independent third party which will provide an impartial recommendation on the level of financial aid for which a family qualifies. All applications sent to FACTS require a small fee as well as copies of prior year’s federal tax returns, so consider completing tax paper work as soon as possible. Refer to the FACTS website for additional information. This must be completed by April 30 each year. Visit baragaup.com/enroll-online to apply. Decisions for scholarships are expected to be made by May 30. Letters of notification will be sent out mid-June or sooner.
Admissions Process
Registration
Bishop Baraga Catholic School has an admissions policy that opens the school to families who desire an authentic Catholic education for their children, who are supportive of our mission, philosophy, and standards of education, and whose children meet our enrollment standards.
Parents will register online through FACTS. At the time of registration a $50 fee is due. Visit baragaup.com/enroll-online to enroll. The parents of all incoming students must submit a signed tuition agreement form as well as a signed acceptance to the Family Handbook. All incoming students must meet school standards. Michigan law requires that parents submit written evidence of their child’s immunizations before being admitted. Special academic and/or psychological evaluation may be required at the discretion of the Principal. ALL STUDENTS ARE ENROLLED ON A ONE-YEAR BASIS. Admission Policies are non-discriminatory in terms of sex, race, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Students are accepted on the basis of meeting the standards of achievement and behavior. It is also the right and duty of the school to decline the application of students who require professional competency beyond staff training.
Step 1 - Request an Information Packet. This can be picked up at the school or requested via phone or email and mailed out to you.
Step 2 - Complete the Application Process 1. Complete the Application Form - available from the school office or via email request 2. Gather the following documents (Note that these documents must be submitted prior to acceptance) •
Copy of Birth Certificate
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Copy of Baptismal Certificate (if applicable)
For students in 1st through 8th grade transferring from another school: • Most recent report card •
Request a copy of your student’s transcript
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Note that these documents must be submitted prior to acceptance
3. Mail or drop off the above items to Bishop Baraga Catholic School, 406 W B St., Iron Mountain, MI 49801
Step 3 - Schedule an Interview
Non-Catholic Participation at Mass Non-Catholic families are welcome to participate in our Masses; however, according to Canon Law, non-Catholics cannot receive communion. Non-Catholic students are expected to participate in all religious activities held during school hours.
1. Any student transferring to Bishop Baraga Catholic School during the school year in 1st through 8th grade will spend a day at BBCS. Placement testing will be given sometime during this day. In the summer the student will meet with the principal. 2. An interview will be scheduled with the parents and the principal to discuss admission to the school.
Call Ms. Oller today to schedule a personal tour.
Bishop Baraga Catholic School 406 W. B St. Iron Mountain, MI 49801
Principal Angela Oller aoller@baragaup.com 906-774-2277 BaragaUP.com
Girls
Dress Code Policy The dress code at Bishop Baraga Catholic School strives to reflect good taste, neatness, and Christian modesty. This outward expression shows physically what already exists in our school, namely, a clear differentiation between the quality of education and environment we provide compared to other schools in the area. Students in kindergarten - eighth grade must comply with the BBCS Dress Code. Students in the Preschool/ Pre-K program must be appropriately dressed for school.
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Shirts • • • • •
Pants - Khaki, corduroy or dress pants • • •
Kindergarten - 8th Grade
Collared shirt (Polo or Oxford style) Solid in color Short or long sleeve Collar must remain down Optional: BBCS jacket or fleece, solid colored sweater or cardigan (above specified collared shirt must be worn underneath at all times)
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Solid in color - navy, black, gray, brown or tan Waist of the pants must be above the student’s hipbones Optional: knee-length shorts meeting the above specifications (khaki, corduroy or dress, solid color) may be worn in the months of Aug., Sept., May and June ONLY
Footwear • • •
Solid in color - navy, black, gray, brown or tan Waist of the pants must be above the student’s hipbones Optional: knee-length shorts meeting the above specifications (khaki, corduroy or dress, solid color) may be worn in the months of Aug., Sept., May and June ONLY
At the discretion of parents - no open toe shoes for safety reasons All shoes must have backing No flip-flops
Knee-length uniform jumper, skort, skirt or polo dress Must wear leggings or tights (solid color)
Footwear • • •
At the discretion of parents - no open toe shoes for safety reasons All shoes must have backing No flip-flops
Special Circumstances
Pants - Khaki, corduroy or dress pants • • •
Collared shirt (Polo or Oxford style) Solid in color Short or long sleeve Collar must remain down Optional: BBCS jacket or fleece, solid colored sweater or cardigan (above specified collared shirt must be worn underneath at all times)
Skirts/Dresses -
Boys
Shirts
Kindergarten - 8th Grade
Kindergarten - 8th Grade
Clothes for Mass • •
No shorts to Mass (may change into shorts afterward during months shorts are allowed). No sweatshirts or hoodies during Mass. If worn as a jacket, they must be removed before Mass.
Clothes for Gym Class
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Gym clothes are optional for gym class K-3rd grade. Gym clothes are required for 4th - 8th grade. No yoga pants or tight exercise pants. Appropriate shoes and clothing must be worn at all times.
Dress Down Days •
Periodically, students will have the opportunity to participate in dress down days. Directions for the dress down days will be communicated prior to the date.
Dress Code Enforcement • • •
Bishop Baraga Catholic School 406 W. B St. Iron Mountain, MI 49801
Principal Angela Oller aoller@baragaup.com 906-774-2277 BaragaUP.com
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Dress Code Policy will be monitored by all Bishop Baraga Catholic School staff. Principal has final say on all dress code matters. Homeroom teachers will report any violations to the school office daily. Parents will be notified of the violation and students’ consequences.
Curriculum Chart: Pre-Kindergarten through Fourth Grade
Pre-K
K
Religion
Literature
Bible Stories Prayers
Happily Ever After (fairy tales) Nursery Rhymes
Faith First: Knowing Jesus as our Friend (RCL)
1st
Our Heavenly Father: An invitation to know love and trust God.
2nd
Jesus Our Life: Preparation for First Reconciliation and First Communion
3rd
Our Life with Jesus: The Sacraments, Old Testament, Life of Christ The Catholic Bible Story Workbook Bible Stories
4th
Jesus Our Guide: Salvation History
Superkids K Nursery Rhymes Fairy Tales Fables
Superkids 1
Grammar Composition Zaner-Bloser Handwriting Readiness Zaner-Bloser Handwriting, Introduction to Sentences
Zaner-Bloser Handwriting, Superkids Grammar
Grammar 2 (Shurley) Superkids 2
Alice in Wonderland; Charlotte’s Web; Farmer Boy; The Moffats; Twenty and Ten; Paddington Bear; Sarah, Plain and Tall; Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp; Poetry Heidi; Lassie; Lolek; Trumpet of the Swan; The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe; St. Catherine Laboure
Institute for Excellence in Writing
Grammar 3 (Shurley) Institute for Excellence in Writing
Voyages in English 4; Institute for Excellence in Writing
Math
Science
Social Studies
Number Recognition, Early Math Concepts
Animals Weather The Human Body
Holidays Families and Community
Singapore Math – K
Plants Farming Seasons Weather The Five Senses (Core Knowledge)
Columbus Pilgrims Native Americans Kings and Queens Colonial Towns American Symbols (Core Knowledge)
Singapore Math – 1
Singapore Math – 2
Singapore Math – 3
Singapore Math – 4
Plants and Animals Living Together About Our Earth Natural Resources Weather, Seasons, Sky Investigating Matter Energy in Our World Recycling Nancy Larson Science 2: Physical Properties of Matter Rocks and Minerals Forces and Work Simple Machines Birds Nancy Larson Science 3: Solar System Elements and Compounds Physical Changes Atmosphere Seed Plants Amphibians and Reptiles Nancy Larson Science 4: Cells; Botany; Zoology; Ecosystems; Energy; Electricity
U. S. Geography Early Explorers Voting, Veterans Civil Rights Leaders, Presidents Continents Our Community
The Story of the World Volume 1: Ancient Times
Meet Michigan Michigan History Geography of Michigan
American Revolution; U.S. Constitution; The Geography of the U.S.; Early Presidents and Social Reformers
Curriculum Chart: Fifth through Eighth Grade
Religion
Literature
Grammar Composition
Math
Science
Social Studies
The Silver Chair Hans Brinker, or The Silver Skates
5th
Credo: I Believe A Study of the Creed
The Secret Garden Little Men Saint Biography
Voyages in English 5 Institute for Excellence in Writing
Singapore Math – 5
Catholic & Classic Poetry and Short Stories
6th
Following Christ: The Ten Commandments, the Beatitudes, and the Mass
The Magician’s Nephew Outlaws of Ravenhurst
Voyages in English 6
Treasure Island
Institute for Excellence in Writing
Saint Biography Encounter Bible Study
Catholic and Classic Poetry and Short Stories
Math Connects – 6th Grade MacMillan McGraw Hill Glencoe
Nancy Larson Science 5: Astronomy Chemical Properties of Matter Earth Systems Force and Motion Engineering
7th
A Christmas Carol The Bronze Bow The Gospel of Luke Saint Biography
Voyages in English 7 Institute for Excellence in Writing
Pre-Algebra MacMillan McGraw Hill Glencoe
Life Science
Light to the Nations: Book 1 Physical Science
The Hobbit
8th
Theology of the Body
Julius Caesar The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
Voyages in English 8
Saint Biography
Institute for Excellence in Writing
Catholic and Classic Poetry and Short Stories
Algebra McGraw Hill Glencoe
Famous Men of Greece Western World: Western Hemisphere Geography and History
Poetry and Short Stories
Our Life in the Church: A Study of the Church
States and Capitals
All Ye Lands: Prehistory – Reformation
The Horse and His Boy The Life of Grace: The Seven Sacraments
From Sea to Shining Sea: United States History
Earth Science
Eastern World: Eastern Hemisphere Geography and History
U.S. History through Reconstruction; Government, Constitution, Bill of Rights WWII to Present Current Events