Catholic Memorial High School
2019-2020
MISSION
At Catholic Memorial High School, we educate students as individuals, intellectually and spiritually.
We guide students to work to their highest God-given potential. We prepare them for post-secondary
education and to become leaders who serve the Church and the world.
VISION
Catholic Memorial High School, a co-educational school in the Catholic tradition, empowers
students to define their vision and pursue their goals with confidence, competence, and Christian
generosity. In an environment rooted in faith, academic excellence, and appreciation of individual
talents, Catholic Memorial High School students are challenged to become fully integrated persons
who embrace social responsibility. Catholic Memorial High School, in dynamic partnerships with
families, alumni, and the community, promotes the joy of learning, encourages diverse cultural
experiences, and establishes the foundation for life-long growth.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CMH HONOR CODE ..............................................4 PROCEDURES ....................................................20
HISTORY ................................................................5 Access to the Building ..........................................20
COAT OF ARMS ....................................................6 Accidents ..............................................................20
Motto .......................................................................6 Announcements ....................................................20
Team Name ............................................................6 Automobiles / Parking Lot Safety .........................21
Flowers ...................................................................6 Class Rings ..........................................................21
Colors .....................................................................6 CMH Web Portal ...................................................21
Crusader Cross ......................................................6 Dress Code ...........................................................21
DAILY SCHEDULES ..............................................7 Emergency Response Plan ..................................22
School Closings ......................................................7 Employment ..........................................................23
Assemblies .............................................................7 Key Fob ................................................................23
ACADEMIC EXPECTATIONS & REQUIREMENTS ...8 Hall Traffic .............................................................23
ATTENDANCE ..................................................... 11 Identification Cards ...............................................23
Excused Absences ............................................... 11 Lockers .................................................................23
Chronic Absences ................................................. 11 Personal Property .................................................23
Reporting Absences ............................................. 11 Valuables ..............................................................23
Athletic Participation ............................................. 11 Withdrawal From School ......................................23
Extended Absences ..............................................12 SERVICES ...........................................................24
Late Arrival ............................................................12 Academic Resource Center (ARC) .......................24
Student Releases .................................................12 Buses ....................................................................24
Truancy .................................................................12 Health Room .........................................................24
Appointments ........................................................12 Learning Commons ..............................................24
Senior Privilege ....................................................12 Spirit Shop ............................................................24
BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS ..........................13 Technology ...........................................................24
Classroom Behavior .............................................13 Social Media Policy ..............................................26
Minor Offenses: Demerits .....................................14 Study Resource Options (SRO) ...........................26
Minor Offenses: Fines ..........................................15 STUDENT SUPPORT PROGRAM ......................26
Major Offenses .....................................................15 Drugs and Alcohol ................................................26
Major Offenses: Saturday Detention ....................16 Student Support Services .....................................26
Referrals ...............................................................16 Lost and Found .....................................................26
Probation ..............................................................17 TUITION AND FEES ............................................27
Suspension ...........................................................17 Tuition Assistance for Catholic
Expulsion ..............................................................17 Memorial High School ......................................27
Non-Harassment Policy ........................................18 PERSONNEL DIRECTORY .................................28
Appeals Process ...................................................18 FACULTY/STAFF VOICE MAILBOX CODES .....29
EXTRA - CURRICULARS ....................................19 STUDENT LIFE ....................................................31
Activities ...............................................................19 CATHOLIC MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL
Dances .................................................................19 ACTIVITY/ATHLETIC CODE ...........................34
Clubs ....................................................................19 Appeal Procedure .................................................35
Athletics ................................................................20 PRAYERS.............................................................36
Retreats ................................................................20 CMH Loyalty Song ................................................39
School Calendar 2019-2020 ..............................39
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2019-2020
Dear Catholic Memorial High School students and families,
Welcome to the 2019-2020 school year. We look forward with joy and excitement as we begin
this brand-new school year.
At Catholic Memorial, we are excited to provide students with unique opportunities to use their
God-given talents. The faculty and staff at Catholic Memorial meet students where they are and
help them grow. Catholic Memorial provides a safe, secure environment to help our students
learn and be successful. And each day at Catholic Memorial we celebrate our faith. Through
prayer, sacraments and models of faith, Catholic Memorial students will grow to be leaders of the
values we hold to be true.
At Catholic Memorial, our students are called to be leaders in their classes, their activities, their teams
and their everyday life. We hope as the students experience this school year, they will take what
they have learned here and share their talents with others in the world. We believe our students
will lead with respect, professionalism, inclusiveness, faith and in caritas in omnibus, charity in all
things. This is what Catholic Memorial is built upon and how students will grow and serve the world.
This academic planner is intended to help organize and plan for the school year for both families
and students. We encourage students to join in the many activities Catholic Memorial has to
offer that are listed in this planner. This planner also includes the Catholic Memorial High School
handbook. The handbook reviews our expectations of behavior for students and families. Please
review and refer to it often.
We look forward to your student and your family being a part of our Catholic Memorial family in
this new school year. We look forward to your student growing in academics, faith, compassion
and holiness. Many blessings to all for the school year ahead.
Our Lady of Memorial, pray for us!
Mrs. Laura Anderson
Principal
Catholic Memorial High School
601 E College Ave
Waukesha, WI 53186
262-542-7101
PROFIT/NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION
Catholic Memorial High School is a non-profit organization. Please see
attached copy of the 501(c)3 letter issued by the IRS.
CATHOLIC MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL NON-
DISCRIMINATION POLICY
Catholic Memorial High School of Waukesha, Inc. admits students of any race, color, national
origin, and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded
or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
national origin, and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies,
scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other school-administered programs.
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CMH HONOR CODE
CORE VALUES: THE MEMORIAL WAY
Memorial School spirit and pride, alumni engagement, recognition of CMH legacy,
passionate advocacy
Faith Belief in God and belief in the goodness of the human person in the image of Christ
Trust Integrity, open-minded dialogue, mutual support, a safe learning environment
Respect Recognition of each person ‘s talent — motivated by gratitude and humility
Inclusiveness Understanding of global history, culture, and economics while fostering
engagement with people around the world
Professionalism Set expectations, communicate, collaborate, commit to personal, professional,
and academic growth and be accountable
Excellence Strive to be the best, put God ‘s gifts to work — academic, athletic and artistic
Caritas in Omnibus Genuine care for and interest in the lives of others
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
The purpose of the Catholic Memorial Honor Code is to promote CMH’s mission statement that advance
values embraced by the entire community, whether they be students, administration, staff, parents or
alumni. The Honor Code establishes a high standard of conduct which demands that integrity guide
the power of our individual words and actions. The Honor Code also recognizes the personal dignity and
inherent worth in all people. In addition, the Honor Code promotes accountability and responsibility
in all we say and do.
HONOR CODE OATH
As a Member of Catholic Memorial High School
I hereby pledge that I will live by the Memorial Way.
I will demonstrate excellence and professionalism
In all that I say and do.
I will show inclusiveness and respect
Towards all with whom I come into contact.
I will be a person of integrity, worthy of trust.
I will do my best to become a living memorial.
I will put my faith in God into practice
By modeling Caritas in Omnibus.
Indicators of Catholic Identity
MESSAGE:
• Employees and students understand, accept and live the Vision, Mission, and Values as outlined in
the school Vision and Mission statements.
• In accordance with moral teaching of the church, education at Catholic Memorial is holistic and
addresses the emotional, physical, social, intellectual, theological and spiritual development of our
students.
• While acknowledging that non-Catholics are welcome in the Catholic Memorial community, it is
expected that, as Catholics, all community members will be active, participating members of a
particular parish and of the wider Church.
• Catholic Memorial is committed to providing Adult Spiritual and Theological Formation to meet the
spiritual needs of faculty and staff and provides opportunities for faculty retreat and adult involvement
in prayer services, liturgies, reconciliation services, and service projects.
• Students participate in daily Theology classes for freshman, sophomore and junior years and seniors
participate in every-other-day elective Theology courses.
• The Gospel of Christ is presented in a variety of ways to all members of the school community, e.g.,
monthly all school liturgies, regular chapel liturgies, all school prayer, prayer services, reconciliation
services, retreats, Campus Ministry projects/activities, and service projects/activities that take place
throughout the school year.
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COMMUNITY:
• Accepting that “catholic” means “universal”, as a Catholic faith community we take seriously our
responsibility to be welcoming and hospitable to all, especially those new to Catholic Memorial.
• Employees and students are invited and encouraged, in the light of Catholic social teaching, to show
compassion and respect to all persons regardless of age, gender, socioeconomic status or religion.
• All clubs, extracurricular activities, and events open to the public are opportunities for members of
the Catholic Memorial community to proudly witness to their Catholic faith and to demonstrate in
Omnibus (Charity in All Things).
• Retreats on all levels are designed to build up and nurture our relationship with God and with others:
students, faculty, and staff.
SERVICE:
• Service opportunities are built around identified needs to assist others within this school community,
at the students’ home parishes, in the local community, and on a national and global level.
• All school prayer services, daily morning and afternoon prayers, and classroom/team and activity
prayers, consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church on social justice and respect for the
dignity of the person, are implemented throughout the school year.
• As members of this school faith community, we are challenged to live out on a daily basis our Catholic
Memorial motto, Caritas in Omnibus (Charity in All Things).
HISTORY
Catholic Memorial High School was founded out of the dream of visionaries in the Waukesha County
area. In the early 1920’s, the parishioners of St. Joseph Parish raised a fund of $10,000 for a future
high school. Their goal of providing a high-quality Catholic education for the area’s youth remained
strong and unwavering. Not even the Great Depression could shake the determination of this dedicated
group. Even as businesses failed and individual livelihoods were threatened, dollars were put away to
invest in this dream.
This fervent hope became reality in 1949 when CMH opened its doors as a parochial school for St.
Joseph Parish in Waukesha. Ninety-seven freshmen started attending classes in September of that
year. The school was named in gratitude as a memorial to the twenty-three young men of St. Joseph’s
who gave their lives for their country in World War II. Later, the dedication of the school was extended
to include all graduates of Catholic Memorial who have died in service to their country. When the doors
of the school opened, the Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity of Manitowoc were here and opened
their hearts to our community. For more than fifty years, CMH relied on their constant service, their
tremendous presence, and their considerable care. The Sisters left CMH in June of 2002.
The growth and vitality of CMH soon resulted in the school’s serving as the first home of a new parish
in Waukesha, St. Mary’s. The parish even held its first Masses at CMH. During the first ten years of its
existence, enrollment at CMH grew to more than 500 (the stated capacity of the original building). In
1959 it became an Archdiocesan Catholic high school for the parishes of Waukesha County. An addition
was completed for use beginning in September 1961 which included more classrooms, a cafeteria, and
the first gym. Six years later, the chapel, library, and theater were added. These two projects spoke to
all of the needs of the developing student: spiritual, academic, physical, and social. Phase I of another
addition was completed in 1991. This new wing at the southwest corner of the building houses science,
art, math, and foreign language facilities. In 1993, a gift from a will made by Stephen Weber more than
40 years earlier was given to the school. This gift remains the school’s largest donation. Subsequently,
the original 1961 gym was named to honor Stephen’s mother, Julia Weber. Phase II was started in
1997 and was completed in 1998. This included the new INPRO ATHLETIC CENTER, named after the
company of a generous donor. This phase also included needed repairs on the original building, two
new computer labs, and a renovated theater. During this effort, the theater’s stage was named “The
Grasch Family Stage,” in gratitude for a generous gift.
Throughout its history, the school’s mission of educating the whole person has remained constant
and unshakable. CMH provides young people with an academically strong education, a firm Catholic
foundation, and an awareness of their own self-worth and that of others.
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COAT OF ARMS
The Coat of Arms of Catholic Memorial High School is a shield divided into quadrants by a cross on which are
emblazoned the words Caritas In Omnibus, the school motto. The upper left quadrant contains the school
monogram, CM, symbolic of the student body. An altar with the incense of sacrifice rising to heaven in the
upper right quadrant symbolizes the generous offerings of the many who made the existence of Catholic
Memorial a reality. The crossed hands of Christ and St. Francis, the Franciscan Coat of Arms, occupy the
lower quadrant and represent the Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity who served the school from 1949
to 2002. The dedication of the school as a living memorial to those who gave their lives for their country is
signified by the bugle and Flanders Field in the lower right quadrant. (Refer to front cover.)
MOTTO
Catholic Memorial as “the caring place” has evolved directly from the application of the motto, Caritas
in Omnibus, which means “Charity in all things.” This motto is adopted from the first letter of St. Paul
to the Corinthians.
TEAM NAME
The name “Crusaders” was first used for Catholic Memorial students by a former sports editor of
The Waukesha Freeman. The definition, “those who fight for a just cause,” fits with the school’s dedication
as a living memorial. The name continues to be used for Catholic Memorial’s teams. The title of the
yearbook, The Knight, is related to the Crusader name.
FLOWERS
The school flower is the poppy, the flower universally recognized as representative of those who died
in World Wars.
COLORS
Marian blue and Pontifical gold are the colors of Catholic Memorial. Blue is the color symbolic of loyalty,
the virtue of crusaders and soldiers. It is also the color of Our Lady, under whose patronage the school
has been placed. Gold, the color of the papacy, is a reminder that Catholic Memorial is a Catholic high
school belonging to the Archdiocese of Milwaukee.
CRUSADER CROSS
The Maltese Cross is a Crusader’s Cross worn first by the Knights Hospitaller of St. John the Baptist.
Also known as the Knights of Malta, they wore this cross into the Battle of Lepanto on October 7th, 1571. It
was after this naval victory that the feast of Our Lady of Memorial (Our Lady of Victory) was instituted. The
four arms of the cross (four arrowheads of martyrdom intersecting) represent the four Gospels’ focus on
Christ, as well as the Cardinal Virtues of Prudence, Justice, Temperance, and Fortitude. The eight points
represent the Beatitudes, the eight knightly virtues, and, for us at CMH, the eight values of the Memorial Way.
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DAILY SCHEDULES
Announcements will be read at the end of 3rd period.
Regular Schedule Late Start +GPS/Prayer Schedule
Most Mon, Wed, Thur, Fri Most Tuesdays
1 7:25 - 8:13 1 8:25 – 9:00
2 8:18 - 9:04 2 9:05 - 9:39
3 9:09 - 9:55 3 9:44 – 10:18
4 10:00 - 10:46 4 10:23 - 10:57
Lunch 1 10:51 - 11:16 GPS 11:02 – 11:24
5 A 10:51 - 11:37 Lunch 1 11:29 – 12:03
5 B 11:20 - 12:06 5 A 11:29 – 12:03
Lunch 2 11:41 - 12:06 5 B 12:08 - 12:42
6A 11:41- 12:27 Lunch 2 12:08 - 12:42
6B 12:10 - 12:56 6A 12:08 - 12:42
Lunch 3 12:31 - 12:56 6B 12:47 – 1:21
7 1:01 - 1:47 Lunch 3 12:47 – 1:21
8 1:52 - 2:40 7 1:26 – 2:00
8 2:05 - 2:40
SCHOOL CLOSINGS
School closings will be announced by the CMH Mass Communication System via phone message
and text alerts, TMJ4, CBS 58, Fox 6 and WISN TV 12. Whenever a public-school district closes, that
district’s buses will not be running, even if Catholic Memorial is in session.
Ordinarily, any missed day will not be made up, but CMH reserves the right to make up lost days for the
sake of the educational priority for students. Students will follow the regularly scheduled classes for the
day on which school resumes. If a final exam day is canceled, that same day’s schedule will be run on
the first day school is back in session.
ASSEMBLIES
Assemblies, all-school liturgies, and prayer services are a regularly scheduled part of the curriculum
designed to be educational, cultural experiences. All guest presenters will be afforded attention, courtesy,
and respect. Since these assemblies are considered to be vital components of the total educational
program, students should not be excused from them except for emergencies. Honor Attire expectations
will be communicated in advance.
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ACADEMIC EXPECTATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Requirements for Graduation/High School Diploma Policy:
In order to receive a CMH diploma a student must complete in a satisfactory manner our academic
program as evidenced by teacher recommendations, the student’s academic performance, and by
attaining the appropriate number of required credits. Catholic Memorial High School requires students
to finish 26 credits of the courses specified above based on our student course guide. Students are
advised to take between 6.0 and 7.5 credits per year with a combination of both required and elective
class credits offered based on their year in school in order to graduate within the standard 4-year high
school term. Students are granted credit for courses taken finishing with a score at or above 70%. This
percentage is based on teacher recommendations for grading scales and scoring.
Grading Scale
99-100 A+ 91-92 B+ 83-84 C+ 75-76 D+ 0-69 F
95-98 A 87-90 B 79-82 C 71-74 D
93-94 A- 85-86 B- 77-78 C- 70 D-
Faculty recommends student advancement in a sequence of courses, and for grade level advancement
by awarding passing grades. When a student has successfully achieved the credits for the required
courses, this serves as a graduation recommendation for each student.
Students participating in the Wisconsin Parental Choice Program, program may opt-out of required
Theology courses. The student’s parents must submit a written request to the students’ counselor. The
counselor and student will work together to choose courses in place of the required Theology courses.
Course Work/Assignments & Assessments:
Course work/Assignments serve two purposes: 1) they practice the material being learned in class, and
2) help students prepare for assessments. Because of the number of classes on a student’s schedule
and the amount of work assigned in each class, students should expect to have homework on a regular
basis. While the amount of assignments may vary, spans of time with no homework should be viewed as
a signal that a student is not fulfilling academic responsibilities. Assignments and handouts for courses
are available on CMH web portal.
Assessments are an opportunity to demonstrate the culmination of learning (knowledge, skills, or
dispositions) acquired in a unit. Assessment formats will vary from course to course. In general, it should
be assumed that assessments will have a significant impact on a student’s overall course grade.
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Students who are absent are expected to be responsible for, and to take the initiative in, learning about
assignments and assessments scheduled during an absence. Students are also expected to take the
initiative in making arrangements with teachers for makeup work deadlines. This should be done on
the day of return to classes. This also applies to students on vacation. For a single day of absence, any
missed test must be made up the day the student returns (the teacher may adapt a late test policy for
a specific class, and this overrides the above). Long term projects, such as term papers, which are not
submitted on the due date because a student is absent or released on that date, may be considered
late. Such projects should be submitted early or sent to school via a neighbor, a classmate, or a parent.
In cases of severe and/or prolonged illness, the teacher may deviate from this policy.
ACADEMIC PROBATION
Academic probation is a safeguard to prevent students from failure. In an effort to encourage success,
each student on academic probation will be periodically evaluated by a committee consisting of the
Principal, Dean of Students, the Learning Resource teacher, appropriate school counselors and/or
teachers. Inadequate progress may result in dismissal from school. “Inadequate progress” is typified
by, but not limited to, the following:
• Failure in two (.5) credit courses in one semester
• Disciplinary probation
• Inability to adjust socially
• Excessive absences/tardiness
• Low motivation for attending CMH
• Significant discrepancy between ability and performance
• Anti-social behavior not necessarily reflected by demerits
• Excessive demerits/referrals
• Low cumulative GPA
Recommendations may include, but are not limited to, asking that the student:
• Have structured use of the Academic Resource Center during open periods
• Participate in a professional counseling program
• Report periodically to an assigned mentor throughout the school year as a condition of attendance
• Attend summer school or the equivalent and make up the failed class(es)
• Be counseled to withdraw from CMH. Re-admittance would be based upon a decision of the administration
• Adhere to a formulated academic plan of recovery
ACADEMIC SERVICES
Catholic Memorial High School seeks to provide academic success for all students. A series of supports
are available to assist student learning. These include the availability of teachers before and after
school, the Academic Resource Center, the availability of academic progress through CMH Web Potral,
conferences with teachers, and support from the Counseling Department.
Academic Resource Center (ARC)
The Academic Resource Center is a resource area staffed every hour of the school day by teaching
professionals for students’ tutorial assistance. Any student, upon referral by a teacher, school counselor,
administrator, parent or self, is able to receive extra teaching, in any subject, through a program designed
to improve opportunities for success. Students may take advantage of this resource during study hall,
or at other times, as circumstances permit.
Counselors
Counselors are available to speak with students throughout the course of a day regarding personal
concerns, for academic support/resources and/or career and college direction. Each student has a
counselor assigned to them based on the student last name (see the breakdown below:)
A-He: TBA
Hf-Q: Mrs. Danielle Cruise
R-Z: Mr. Chris Benyousky
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CMH Web Portal
The service provides hosting and database support for the school. It’s aimed at improving communication
between parents, students and teachers.
Notable features of CMH Web Portal includes the ability for students and parents to check itemized
grade reports, report cards, classroom attendance, homework assignments, class calendars, and the
ability to access documents and presentations that may be used in class. Athletic and extra-curricular
programs also use CMH Web Portal as a communication vehicle.
Availability of Teachers
Teachers are in classrooms between 7:10 a.m. and 7:25 a.m. and again between 2:45 p.m. and 3:20
p.m. to assist students with make-up work, discuss projects, and assist with whatever the students may
need. Teachers who also coach or moderate other extra-curricular activities will usually not be available
in the afternoon during their respective seasons since they report to those activities immediately after
classes. These teachers will make alternative arrangements with their students.
SUMMER SCHOOL
Students may take a summer school course for one or more of the following reasons:
1. Make-up due to a course failure
2. The student has a full course load and cannot fit in other needed courses
3. The student needs a study hall to enhance opportunity for academic success
Should a student wish to take summer school courses at another school, the following procedures need
to be followed to obtain approval:
1. The student should present a description of the desired course to their counselor.
2. The student should provide a rationale for taking a summer school course.
3. The counselor will bring the student’s information to the Director of Counseling for approval.
4. It is the student’s responsibility to have the summer school institution send the final grade(s) to the
Director of Counseling.
Transfer Policy for Accepting/Denying Transfer Credits:
Students interested in transferring to Catholic Memorial from a different high school are required to submit
the following documents for evaluation. The documents listed below must be received by the Admissions
Department before the prospective student will be considered for admission:
Admission Application
$25 non-refundable application fee
Complete Transcript (unofficial is acceptable)
Clearance Form
Curriculum Guide
Standardized Test Scores (PSAT, PLAN, STS, ACT, SAT)
WIAA Eligibility form and athletic physical examination form.
Students applying through the Wisconsin Parental Choice Program are not required to submit the
information noted above.
After all forms are received and completed the Admissions Committee will determine acceptance or
denial of application. In some cases, the student/family will be asked by the committee to come in for a
meeting. The student/guardian will be notified of the admission decision by written letter.
Please Note: The student/guardian can also contact the Admissions Department to request a meeting
or to schedule a visit/tour of the school prior to attending or registering for classes at Catholic Memorial
High School.
Upon the notification of the acceptance or denial (upon denial, an appeal can be submitted). The student/
guardian will need to contact the counselor assigned to the student to complete school registration form,
pay registration fee, and schedule classes.
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Tentative plan for graduation will be set with counselor and student/guardian based on transcript from
previous high school determined by student’s transferring credits and unfinished courses required for
graduation from Catholic Memorial.
Catholic Memorial High School will consider accepting school credit from other institutions to the extent
that coursework at the previous institution is documented and in accordance with Catholic Memorial
High School’s academic standards. Students must submit an official transcript from their prior school
before enrolling at Catholic Memorial. All final determinations for the acceptance or rejection of transfer
credits shall be made at the discretion of the school’s Director of Counseling.
Academic Standards
Detailed descriptions of the skills and knowledge that students must know and be able to do in English,
Math, Reading, Science and Writing are available at the following link: http://standards.dpi.wi.gov/
ATTENDANCE
EXCUSED ABSENCES
Attendance habits affect both a student’s present and future performance. Attendance records are often
examined by prospective employers and by college admissions officers. More importantly, a student’s
absenteeism, which affects class participation and learning, may also adversely impact grades. Students
are responsible for all assignments and examinations missed during absences. Wisconsin law, as well
as school policy, requires that parents be responsible for students’ presence in school, on school days,
from 7:25 a.m. until 2:40 p.m. except when there is “good cause” for absence. Among the good causes
defined in Wisconsin Statue 118.15 as:
1. sickness or injury to the pupil,
2. serious illness or death in the immediate family,
3. medical or dental appointments which cannot be otherwise scheduled,
4. unique or special situations which may arise occasionally and for which an excuse has been secured
beforehand from the Principal.
CHRONIC ABSENCES
Students are allowed no more than eight absences. The Dean of Students will contact a parent
if more than eight absences, excused or otherwise occur. Both parent and student will be required to
attend a meeting to examine their school attendance record in order for continued enrollment at CMH.
No absences beyond eight will be allowed without verified medical reasons. If an absence is not
verified on the day the student is absent, the absence will be considered an act of truancy. Appropriate
consequences will follow.
REPORTING ABSENCES
Parents should call the school attendance number (262-542-7836) to report that students will be absent
prior to 8:00 a.m. No absences will be accepted via e-mail or fax. To accommodate parents’ work
schedules, the school’s voice mail system is set up to take calls before the attendance assistant arrives.
Information given to the answering machine or attendance assistant should include the student’s name,
grade, and the reason for the absence.
A student returning from an absence, no matter the length or reason, must report to the attendance
officer with verification from a parent/guardian giving the specific reason for the absence. The
student will be given an admit slip to return to classes. Students should take care of this business in the
attendance office before the 7:20 a.m. warning bell rings.
ATHLETIC PARTICIPATION
Athletes who wish to participate in a practice or game on any given day, MUST be in attendance for the
majority of the day. They must enter by 11:00 a.m. and may not be released before 11:30 a.m.
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EXTENDED ABSENCES
A tentative school calendar is enclosed in this handbook to help avoid absences due to travel or family
vacations. Please refer to the official school calendar posted on the CMH web portal. The following
procedures to report extended absences should be followed:
1. The parent, not the student, should contact the Attendance Office, using the Vacation Request form
found on CMH web portal, at least two weeks before the intended absence;
2. An assignment form will be given to the student whose responsibility it is to see that it is completed
by all teachers and returned to the office one week in advance of departure. Copies will be given
to the student and filed in the office.
Ordinarily, no examinations missed because of travel or family vacations may be made up. All students
are expected to be present for final exams on the scheduled days.
LATE ARRIVAL
A student who arrives late to school must report immediately to the office. He/she will receive an
admit slip. Oversleeping, missing the bus, needing to stop for gas, etc., are not valid excuses for being
tardy. The total number of days tardy or absent will be recorded. (See page 14 on Tardiness).
STUDENT RELEASES
Students should not be released from school during unscheduled classes such as study hall. Students are
expected to attend all activities as part of their school day, including Masses, prayer services, programs,
and other activities directed by CMH. On days when liturgies and / or assemblies are scheduled during
regular school hours, no telephoned releases will be honored. To be released, a student must bring a
note signed by a parent that states the specific reason for the release. This note must be presented to
the attendance administrator by 9:00 AM. The student will then receive a release form. Upon returning
to the campus, students report to the office. The time of return will be put on the release slip, which
serves as a pass back to class.
If, in an emergency, a parent must call in a release, the parent must contact the Attendance Office prior to
the student leaving the building. Students must always check in and out of the office when released.
TRUANCY
Statute 118.16 of Wisconsin Legal Code mandates that students are to attend school regularly during
the full period and hours that school is in session until such time as the student attains the age of 18 or
completes the requirements for graduation. The code states, “Truancy means any absence of one or
more days from school during which the school attendance officer or principal has not been notified of
the legal cause of such absence by the parent or guardian of the absent pupil… ‘Habitual truant’ means
a pupil who is absent from school without an acceptable excuse…for either of the following:
1. Part or all of 5 or more days out of 10 consecutive days on which school is held during a school
semester.
2. Part or all of 10 or more days on which school is held during a school semester.
The legislature has extended the school attendance enforcement (Statute 118.16) to include penalties
for parents who do not prevent a child’s truancy. Parents of students who are suspected of truancy will
be notified by the school and investigated by the appropriate civil authorities.
APPOINTMENTS
Every effort should be made to schedule appointments with dentists, doctors, etc., during times
when school is not in session. If this is not possible, students should present a parental note stating
the specific type of appointment and time the student is to be allowed to leave school. The student
should check back into school after his / her appointment by reporting to the office for an admit slip.
SENIOR PRIVILEGE
Senior privilege is the advantage granted to qualifying seniors to arrive at school in time for their first class,
but no later than the start of 3rd hour, and to leave following their last class of the day, but no earlier than
the completion of 6th hour. While in school, seniors follow all school rules, reporting to classes, learning
commons, and assigned study halls within the allotted five-minute passing time. Seniors may not leave
the building between the time they arrive and the time they finally exit for the day.
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The general criteria for qualification for senior privilege are:
1. Responsible behavior as a junior as indicated by a demerit rating of 3 demerits or fewer at the end of
second semester in the junior year and an attendance record representing a minimum number of tardies.
2. Consent of parent or guardian indicated by signature on the application;
3. Academic responsibility indicated by no failures on the final report card of the junior year;
4. Attendance with at least one parent / guardian at an orientation session held to inform seniors and
parents simultaneously of the philosophy and conditions upon which privilege is based.
5. No outstanding fines or detentions.
Students who meet these criteria receive senior privilege upon processing of their application by the
Dean of Students. Students who do not meet these criteria may, after a probation period has been
completed, submit an application for consideration. Until privilege is officially granted, seniors follow the
same rules as underclassmen.
The Dean of Students considers applications for senior privilege from:
1. Seniors who do not meet the general criteria for being granted privilege, and
2. Seniors seeking reinstatement after privilege has been lost.
Students who are granted senior privilege are expected to maintain responsible behavior. This primarily
means meeting the general criteria and scrupulously attending classes. Senior privilege is lost immediately
by any senior who:
1. Receives six demerits,
2. Receives a failing grade in any course,
3. Chronic tardiness. (six or more)
4. Loiters in the parking lots.
After a stipulated time, a student who has lost privilege may apply for reinstatement to the review board.
BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS
Since no list can cover every situation or circumstance, Catholic Memorial High School reserves the
right and authority to terminate a student’s enrollment at any time for any action or behavior or threat of
action or behavior, whether written, spoken, or electronic that is considered unethical, illegal, immoral,
or contrary to acceptable standards of behavior. Such termination on the part of the school is at the
discretion of the CMH administration; such termination may be undertaken with or without regard to civil
or criminal actions which may be pending when the behavior is judged by the administration to hinder
the moral or physical well-being of others, including members of the Catholic Memorial community, or
is detrimental to the reputation of the school.
Any student asked to leave Catholic Memorial may not return until one full semester has passed. The
student may then reapply after a review by the Principal. Acceptance of a student for return to the student
body is at the sole discretion of the CMH administration.
Positive concepts of discipline are built on a belief in the dignity of each person. A central goal of the
school is to help students develop self-discipline. Self-direction rather than external control is the ultimate
aim of true discipline. A climate of mutual understanding, respect, and trust based upon faith in the worth
and dignity of each individual does much to promote self-discipline.
Students attending a Catholic school are, at all times, representatives to the civic community of the school
they attend, the Archdiocese that sponsors the school, and the values espoused. Any behavior on the part
of the student, which causes negative or adverse publicity for the school, may be a cause for disciplinary
action on the part of the school. In addition, any off-campus behavior contrary to the standards of CMH,
brought to the attention of school administration, may be investigated and result in sanctions. This includes
all forms of communication, including cell phones, online communication, internet, social media etc.
Behavioral records will be kept for one year after graduation. Unless it is felt by CMH administration
that the behaviors documented and actions taken may later be reviewed for legal, liability, or some other
serious cause. Academic records will be kept in perpetuity.
CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR
It is the teacher’s responsibility to establish and communicate the decorum and procedures for the
classroom. It is the student’s responsibility to meet these expectations.
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MINOR OFFENSES: DEMERITS
Demerits will be issued for student behavior which is inappropriate but deemed to be minor in nature.
• A student who receives a fourth demerit will be notified by the Dean of Students, and the parents
will be contacted by phone.
• When a student has accumulated six demerits, he/she will be ineligible to participate in an athletic
contest/co-curricular activity.
• A sixth demerit will result in a Saturday detention and a $50.00 fine.
Offenses for which a demerit may be given include:
1. Wandering in halls/parking lot during class day Being in the halls or parking lot without permission
during the school day is a violation; all students must have passes.
2. Unsupervised areas Being in school areas without adult supervision (IB room, auditorium, gyms,
music rooms, locker rooms, weight room, Innovation Wing)
3. Improper dress Teachers may issue a demerit for inappropriate dress. (See dress code on page 21.)
4. Leaving a mess in cafeteria / or on adjacent properties A demerit will be issued; the student must
clean up the mess.
5. Defacing/destroying school property Damage to desks, tables, lockers, bathrooms, etc. will result
in disciplinary action.
6. Skipping class or study hall Students are expected to attend all scheduled classes and study halls. If a
student is absent without an official release, one demerit will be given. A second offense will merit a referral
to the Dean of Students. Continuous skipping will result in a conference with parents and possible expulsion.
7. Tardiness Students have a five-minute passing time to get to class. Being prompt to class develops
respect for the learning process and permits the student to fully benefit from the classroom experience.
The teacher will record tardiness for each student in each class, including study halls. A warning
will be issued by the teacher to the parents and student upon the 4th unexcused tardy. A demerit
will be assigned upon the student’s 5th unexcused class tardy. The demerit will be signed by the
student, and the Dean of Students will be notified. Chronic tardiness will result in a second demerit.
A parent conference will be scheduled with the Associate Principal and Dean of Students. A student
may be placed on probation for chronic tardiness and serve a Saturday detention.
8. Abusive language to school faculty/staff After a faculty/staff member has issued a demerit, the
behavior will be reviewed by the Dean of Students, and behavior will be assessed against the
student’s honor rating. Suspension and/or dismissal may result.
9. Defiance of authority / Willful disobedience After a faculty/staff member has issued a demerit, the
behavior will be reviewed by the Dean of Students, and behavior will be assessed against the
student’s honor rating. Suspension and/or dismissal may result.
10. Foul or abusive language to peers After a faculty/staff member has issued a demerit, the behavior
will be reviewed by the Dean of Students, and behavior will be assessed against the student’s honor
rating. Suspension and/or dismissal may result.
11. Disruptive classroom behavior After a faculty/staff member has issued a demerit, the behavior will
be reviewed by the Dean of Students, and behavior will be assessed against the student’s honor
rating. Suspension and/or dismissal may result.
12. Cheating Cheating, from a legal perspective, is a disciplinary infraction. As such, it will incur disciplinary
sanctions. More importantly, however, we consider cheating a moral problem and try to help students
understand its resulting character depreciation and motivate them toward honesty. If students cheat, parents
will be notified, a written notice will be placed in the student’s file, and punitive action will be taken.
13. Minor offenses, the repetition of which is considered a major offense The list of these offenses
includes tardiness; altering passes, excuses, or demerits; being in unauthorized areas, e.g., health
room when nurse is not present; food or drink outside of the cafeteria; playing cards/games; misuse
of the computer network. Repetitive behavior will be reviewed by the Dean of Students, and demerits
will be assessed against the student’s honor rating. Suspension may result.
14. Inappropriate use of the key fob.
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MINOR OFFENSES: FINES
1. Parking violations
A $20 fine will be imposed for parking illegally in areas assigned to school personnel and guests.
Cars must be parked within designated painted spaces. Students may not park in the fire lanes or
handicapped spaces.
2. Cell phone policy
The use of cell phones during the school day has become increasingly distracting to the learning
environment. Additionally, cell phones have been used as tools in cheating, bullying and isolating
behaviors. Partnering with parents on concerns such as this is very important. Thank you in advance
for your support. To ensure a positive atmosphere for all students, CMH is instituting the following
cell phone policy.
CMH prohibits students from all cell phone use during the school day including class periods, study
halls, lunch and passing times. This includes photo, video, text messaging, audio playback and
recording. Phones may not be visible or used by any student from 7:25 a.m. to 2:40 p.m. Cell
phones may not be stored in clothing pockets or carried by hand. Cell phones must be turned off
and stored in back packs or lockers. Additional devices such as Apple watches, Fitbits etc. that can
send and receive messages are restricted as well.
If a cell phone is in plain sight during the school day, the student must surrender the device to a
CMH staff member without objection or hesitation. The following consequences apply:
First Offense. A parent is notified, and the phone is returned after the following full school day and
a $10.00 retrieval fee.
Second Offense. A demerit is issued. A parent is notified, and the phone is returned after one full
week. A parent may reclaim it after one full day for a $10 retrieval fee. The proceeds go into the
Caritas Fund. The Caritas Fund has been established to assist students in need and provide for
expenses not covered by Tuition Assistance.
Third Offense: A Saturday Detention is issued. A phone call is made to the parent. The phone is not
returned until the Saturday Detention is served and the corresponding $50 fine is paid. Cell phone
use in conjunction with cheating will directly be designated into this category of consequences.
A student may not call or text a parent during the school day unless with the permission
from the Main Office. Parents are asked not to contact, phone or text their students by cell
phone until after 2:40 p.m. In the case of an emergency or the parent need to contact their
child during school hours, the parent may call the main office at 262- 542- 7101.
CMH reserves the right to confiscate electronic devices from students who violate the cell phone policy.
School administration may observe cell phone history including voicemail, text messages; photographs
etc. Violations of school policy may involve legal authorities. CMH is not responsible for lost, stolen or
broken cell phones.
Teachers may occasionally allow student cell phone use in the classroom for specific educational
instruction and only when authorized by the classroom teacher for that purpose.
MAJOR OFFENSES
Major offenses, subject to referral, may include the following:
1. Six demerits
2. Chronic skipping of class
3. Flagrant disrespect
4. Vaping, smoking, or the possession of cigarettes (electronic cigarettes, vapes, juuls, cigars, pipes,
etc.) on or within two blocks of school premises
5. Fighting
6. Cheating
7. Property abuse
8. Chronic disruptive behavior
9. Chronic tardiness
10. Endangering safety of self / others
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11. Stealing
12. Using drugs and / or alcohol whether on or off campus, during or outside of school hours
13. Truancy
MAJOR OFFENSES: SATURDAY DETENTION
Several kinds of behavior constitute more serious disruptions of the learning environment and will be addressed
with more severity than demerits. Conduct not reflective of the CMH core moral values and / or the spirit of CMH
will be reviewed by the Dean of Students. Saturday detention consists of: a) Serving detention time of 4 hours
during non-school hours; b) Paying a fee of $50 (a parent may attend the detention service with their student to
waive the fee). All major offenses shall be communicated to the Dean of Students by way of a written referral.
Major offenses include but are not limited to:
1. Use of drugs or possession of drugs or drug paraphernalia (including smoking of controlled
substances and use of alcohol and abuse of prescription drugs). If a student is found to be in violation
and agrees to go through a drug/alcohol assessment and follow the assessment recommendations
upon the first offense, that student shall receive one day of suspension and will be placed on probation.
If a student refuses the assessment, a meeting with the parents will result in the probable expulsion
of the student. A second offense will result in a hearing and probable expulsion.
Vaping, smoking or the Possesion of cigarettes (electronic cigarettes, vapes, juuls, cigars, pipes,
etc.) or chewing tobacco within two blocks of school or at school functions. Parents will be notified
immediately of the first offense, and the student will be fined $50. Parents will again be notified if
a second offense occurs, and another $50 fine will be assessed. In addition, the student will be
suspended for one day and placed on probation. A third offense may result in a meeting with parents
and the probable expulsion of the student.
The Principal or his/her designee is authorized to administer a breathalyzer test to any student who is
reasonably suspected or shows evidence of consuming or having consumed any alcoholic beverage
while on school grounds or at a school-sponsored event. The Breathalyzer device to be used is
certified as accurate and reliable by the Department of Transportation and the National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration.
If the test produces a positive result indicating that the student has consumed alcohol, the student’s
parent will be called to remove the individual from the school or the school-sponsored event. The
student will be immediately suspended pending further disciplinary action. The disclosure of student
test results will be strictly limited to the student, parent and administrative staff.
If a student refuses to perform the Breathalyzer Test, the student’s parent will be called, and arrange-
ments will be made to take the student home. The student will also be denied access to school or
the school-related event and be immediately suspended pending a further hearing.
2. Stealing Parents will be notified immediately of the first offense; the student will be suspended for
one day and placed on probation. A second offense will result in a meeting with parents and possible
expulsion of the student.
3. Unexcused leaving of the school premises and /or forging a pass from a parent No student may leave
the premises without an official release form obtained in the Attendance Office before the specified
release time. If a student leaves without a release,
a) Parents will be notified immediately of the first offense, and the student will be suspended for one day.
b) Parents will again be notified if a second offense occurs, and the student will receive another
one-day suspension. In addition, the student will be placed on probation.
c) A third offense will result in a meeting with parents and the probable expulsion of the student.
4. Pranks / Vandalism The behavior will be reviewed by the CMH administration, with possible police
involvement. Parents will be notified. Suspension and / or dismissal may result. Expenses for repair
or replacement will be charged to the student.
5. Conduct disregarding the safety of students and faculty / staff The behavior will be reviewed by the
Dean of Students, and demerits will be assessed against the student’s honor rating. Suspension
and / or dismissal may result.
REFERRALS
A student will be referred by a teacher to the Dean of Students if a major offense is committed or
continuous negative behavior is demonstrated. The purpose of a referral is to identify a student in need
of a plan of action resulting in positive behavioral changes. The plan may include probationary status
for the student and specify guidelines for continued enrollment.
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PROBATION
A student may be placed on probation by referral if a major infraction occurs or when problematic behavior
becomes repetitive. The purpose of probation is to provide a student the necessary guidance to positively
affect attitude and behavior. Conditions of probation include:
• A written plan of action.
• Specific guidelines for continued enrollment.
• Input from teachers, counselors, parents and administration.
• Regular evaluations by the CMH Administration.
• Possible assistance from outside agencies.
Failure to comply with the sanctions of probation may lead to expulsion.
SUSPENSION
Action taken to suspend students must be preceded by internal school procedures and supported by
defensible records.
1. Suspension is justified only in unusual circumstances and is normally an in-school suspension.
2. Prior to any suspension, the student must be advised of the reason for the proposed suspension. The parent
or guardian of a suspended student is given prompt notice of the suspension and the reasons for the action.
3. In-school suspension can be directed for varying lengths of time as decided by the principal but
should not exceed five days. In-school suspension conditions are to be determined by the building
principal. In-school suspension students remain the responsibility of the school.
4. Out-of-school suspension is considered a rarity and is the responsibility of the principal. A maximum
of five days can be imposed unless a written notice of an expulsion hearing is scheduled. Such notice
shall allow not more than a total of fifteen consecutive school days to be served in suspension until
the expulsion hearing is held. Out-of-school suspension may be given by the principal immediately
following a serious disciplinary offense. Such a suspension is for investigative purposes.
EXPULSION
As a definition, expulsion is considered a termination of enrollment, permanently or for an extended period
of time. Expulsion shall be considered as a rarity and used only as a very last measure. Expulsion results
from repeated refusal to obey school rules or from conduct which endangers property, health, or safety of
others, and is deemed to be in the best interest of the school. An extremely serious single offense may also
be cause for expulsion. Students asked not to return the following year for behavior reasons are considered
to be expelled. Students not allowed to return due to failure to meet required academic standards are not
considered to be expelled. These academic requirements are well-articulated in the student handbook.
Expulsion Procedures
1. The actions and procedures for probations, suspension or expulsion shall be published in the school
handbook.
2. Actions taken to suspend or expel students shall be preceded by internal school procedures and
supported by defensible records.
3. Expulsion can take place only after an expulsion hearing has been held. Parents/legal guardians shall
be notified in writing at least five days before the hearing is to take place; this notification period can
be waived by mutual consent of the parents and the school if an expedited hearing date is advisable.
The hearing committee composition should be such as to insure objectivity and procedures should
be clearly identified in the school handbook.
4. The hearing committee makes a recommendation to the principal. The recommendation will be to:
• expel
• suggest other disciplinary actions in lieu of expulsion
• exonerate the student of any wrong doing
5. Before the hearing is held the parents and student are informed that the student may be voluntarily
withdrawn up until the time that the final disciplinary action that is approved takes effect.
6. If the decision to expel the student is made, parents are notified, in writing, of the action. The right
to appeal is made known to the parents.
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Appeal
The student or his/her parent or legal guardian may within five (5) school days following the notification of the
expulsion appeal the decision to the president in writing with rationale for appeal. The president will review the
facts and investigate that correct procedures were followed as defined by Archdiocesan and school policy. If
procedures were not followed, the president will refer the issue back to the school administrator with a recom-
mendation about which step of the procedure needs to be further processed. Once a review has taken place
and the matter is decided at a local level, there is no additional appeal of the decision at the archdiocesan level.
The School Board/Board of Directors is not involved in the expulsion proceedings and is not a source of appeal.
NON-HARASSMENT POLICY
It is imperative to maintain an educational environment that encourages optimum human growth and
development. Respect for the dignity of each person is essential to the Catholic tradition. It is vital
to maintain a learning and working environment free of any form of harassment or intimidation toward
students. Harassment is defined as a single incident or a pattern of behavior wherein the purpose or
effect is to create a hostile, offensive or intimidating environment. Harassment encompasses a broad
range of physical or verbal behavior which can include, but is not limited to, the following:
• Bullying
• Threatening behavior
• Racial insults
• Derogatory ethnic slurs
• Unwelcome sexual advances or touching
• Sexual comments, jokes or gestures
• Physical or mental abuse
• Inappropriate use of technology
If a student feels harassed in any way, that person should report the incident to an adult. That adult
must immediately report that incident to the Dean of Students. An investigation shall be conducted
immediately, and if the allegation is confirmed, appropriate action will be taken against the harasser.
Appropriate action could include, but is not limited to:
• Written documentation of the incident
• Disciplinary sanction(s)
• Peer mediation
• In-school counseling
• Referral to outside agencies
• Expulsion/termination
Procedure - If a student is observed or has a complaint filed against him / her about an alleged sexual
misconduct, the event should be documented encompassing the following information:
a. Date and time of misconduct
b. Any witnesses or participants to the acts
c. The name, address and telephone numbers of any witnesses or participants
d. Location where the misconduct took place
e. The nature of the misconduct
The above information is immediately provided to the Dean of Students. Upon receipt of the report, the
allegations will be investigated by Human Services or the Waukesha Police Department.
APPEALS PROCESS
Probation, Suspension, and Expulsion:
Whenever a student’s conduct is such that is demonstrates refusal to obey school rules, endangers
the property, health or safety of others, or consistently disrupts the learning environment, action may
be taken to restrict his/her privileges and rights of school attendance. A student has a right to appeal a
disciplinary decision to a Disciplinary Hearing Committee selected by the Principal. The guidelines for
this process are stipulated in the policies and regulations of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee.
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EXTRA - CURRICULARS
Students may not participate in extracurricular activities if they have not submitted a tuition contract or
if they are delinquent in paying their tuition according to their approved payment plan.
ACTIVITIES
Catholic Memorial has some athletic and social functions that are sponsored by clubs or classes and are
designed to strengthen the bonds that exist within the CMH community. Some of these have become
tradition. All school-sponsored functions are chaperoned and subject to school rules and dress code,
unless otherwise indicated. Participation in any after-school activity (meeting, practice, game, perfor-
mance, etc.) must be preceded by at least a half-day’s attendance in classes on the day of the activity.
DANCES
Unless parents are notified through a specific CMH Web Portal communication, school dances are held
from 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Dances are open to CMH students only, and a student’s I.D. card must be
presented when the student enters the dance. Students will not be admitted after 9:00 p.m. unless prior
arrangements have been made with the faculty moderator for the dance. No student will be allowed to
leave prior to 10:30 p.m. If it becomes necessary for a student to leave earlier, he /she will be asked to
phone the parent who will sanction an earlier release with one of the faculty chaperones at the event.
Once a student leaves an event, he/she may not return. School dances are not date - associated unless
students desire to make them such. If a student desires to bring a guest from another school, a guest
pass must be obtained from the dance moderator prior to the night of the dance.
The administration and staff have high expectations with respect to student behavior and dress.
Modest and appropriate dress is required. Specifically, girls are expected to wear dresses or tops that
completely cover the midriff and bust line, and boys are required to wear shirts throughout every dance.
We acknowledge and are concerned about the type of dancing that has taken place at school dances.
Our specific concerns are styles of dancing that involve inappropriate touching or physical contact.
We ask for and expect parental support on this issue regarding your student’s behavior at a dance. We
fully expect a dance to be a great time to socialize and enjoy the music. We also have adults who will
chaperone this dance and help enforce this expectation. Thus, if students cannot follow these directions
or respect the authority of our chaperones, they may be asked to leave, and the parents called.
All school policies are in effect, and school policies regarding drinking alcohol and/or the possession of illicit
substances clearly outlined in the student handbook will be rigorously enforced. Random breathalyzers
are administered at dances. In the event that anyone is in the possession of or is determined to be
under the influence of alcohol or drugs, parent(s)/guardian(s) will be called, and the student removed.
In addition, all forms of smoking and vaping are not allowed at these events.
1) Homecoming and TWIRP are elegant dances. Men are expected to wear a suit and tie, and women
a dress. All attire must conform to the school’s values and the individual student’s dignity.
2) Prom is a formal dinner dance and is open to juniors and seniors only. No freshman or sophomore
from Catholic Memorial or any other school is allowed to attend even if he/she is currently dating a
junior or senior. Letters giving specifics concerning location, time of dance, cost, and other direc-
tives are mailed by the prom committee to parents of all juniors and seniors prior to the event. All
attendees will be expected to participate in the pre-Prom mass and post-Prom activities. Students
not attending Memorial who are brought as guests will be required to have their school verify that
they are juniors or seniors.
CLUBS
A variety of interests can be pursued by active membership in one or more of the groups on campus.
For a listing of offerings, see pages 31-33 in this handbook.
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ATHLETICS
Because physical fitness and the ability to compete, win, and lose graciously are considered valuable
qualities for young men and women at Catholic Memorial, a variety of athletic programs are available.
Intramural sports are open to every student. The director of the intramural program will announce the
sign-up times for each sport as the season approaches.
All eligibility rules can be obtained from the Athletic Director. For transfer students, CMH is a member of
the WIAA, and adheres to WIAA rules. Detailed codes, policies for each sport, and WIAA transfer rules
are distributed to the coaches and may be requested by parents from the Athletic Director. Each participant
in a sports program must have adequate insurance coverage with a family policy and must have a legally
valid waiver. All athletic forms need to be completed annually. For physical examination requirements please
refer to WIAA website: WIAAWI.org.
See Activity / Athletic Code on page 34.
RETREATS
Catholic Memorial values spiritual, intellectual, pastoral, and human formation and fosters these through retreats
required for freshmen, sophomore, and senior students and when offered for juniors. Retreats attended through
Catholic Memorial do not take the place of the retreat requirements of individual parishes and for this reason
juniors are expected to participate in parish retreats in preparation for Confirmation. While parish retreats and
those offered through retreat centers are of great value, they should not replace the retreats run through Catholic
Memorial. The retreats organized by Catholic Memorial build both individual faith and class/community identity.
This cannot be accomplished through retreats offered through other organizations.
PROCEDURES
ACCESS TO THE BUILDING
The Main Office is open each day, except legal holidays, from 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. The Main Office will
accept messages of an emergency nature for students. Students will be paged at the end of the day only.
School doors are locked during the school day. Access to the building will be available through the Main Doors
on College Avenue. Students arriving to school are admitted by the school office after ringing the front bell
for admission. Visitors are to sign in and wear an identification badge. Welcome Desk personnel will provide
visitors with information about the school and serve as the receptionist for the school. All other doors will be
locked during the school day. Since a janitorial service, which is employed to clean the school, generally begins
work about 4:00 P.M. Students should anticipate their needs and remove what they wish to take home before
3:30 P.M. Students should not be at their lockers or in the academic halls after 4:00 P.M. A student who needs
to be in the halls for any reason during the school day must have a hall pass at all times.
ACCIDENTS
Every accident that occurs on school grounds or at school-sponsored events must be reported immediately to the
person in charge who will immediately notify the school office or designated on-site administrator/event manager.
The office or administrator will contact parents using their emergency numbers. When emergency transportation
to the hospital is required, parents will be informed about where to meet the student and medical personnel.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Announcements of schedule changes, athletic events, and club activities are made several times during
the school day:
1. At 7:25 a.m. over the public address system
2. At the beginning of third period
3. In the Learning Commons during all lunch periods
4. On CMH web portal
5. At 2:40 p.m. over the public address system prior to the day’s closing prayer
6. CMH Memos, a weekly email newsletter, provides upcoming events and school information
No announcement will be broadcast unless signed by a teacher. Urgent messages will be delivered to students
by a student volunteer.
All posters put up by students or student groups must be pre-approved by the Dean of Students and
removed when the event is over.
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AUTOMOBILES / PARKING LOT SAFETY
All students must register their cars with the school office if they plan to drive a car and park at the school. A
limited amount of parking is available on the property. Cars must be parked between yellow lines in designated
spaces. Student parking in visitor, handicapped, fire lanes, faculty spaces, etc. is strictly prohibited. Violators
will be given a $20 parking ticket. Additional parking is available on city streets.
Catholic Memorial has clear safety expectations for all drivers. It is important that all students, parents
and visitors are safe whether they are walking, driving or a passenger. Safe behavior includes:
Student drivers and passengers wear seat belts at all times.
No cell phone use, either talking or texting, while the vehicle is in motion.
Students need to drive at 10 miles per hour or less in the parking lots.
Courteous behavior is expected by waiting for pedestrians and other vehicles.
No alcohol or drugs in the vehicle at any time.
A Car Registration /Parking Lot Safety form is part of the Back to School pa available in the on CMH
web portal.
CLASS RINGS
The school provides an annual opportunity for students to order a school ring on a purely optional basis.
Presently, rings are ordered through Jostens Scholastic Division. A representative from this company
generally arranges a meeting with interested parents at the time the orders are placed.
CMH WEB PORTAL
CMH Web Portal is an online portal that will give you instant access to view the following:
1. Student Attendance
2. Student Schedule
3. Student Discipline
4. Student Grades - current and past years
5. Student Reports
6. Family Demographics
In family demographics you will be able to update information about your family anytime throughout the
year. You will also be able to fill out necessary forms from school online without having to fill them out at
home and get them back to the school office. In order to do this, you need to have a connection to the
internet and a parent CMH web portal account.
DRESS CODE
Catholic Memorial exists to support the faith development and rigorous learning of each student. The
school does that in an environment that is safe, respectful, and aware of each person’s dignity. As a
result, students are to dress in a way that supports a high-quality education, a Catholic culture of faith,
the dignity and worth of each person and the student’s individual responsibility to respect the spirit of the
dress code. Any clothing or apparel that is visible at any time is subject to the dress code.
Clothing and appearance supporting the mission of Catholic Memorial High School:
• Clothing that is neat and clean
• Shirts with or without collars
• Shoulder straps for tops and dresses that are at least three inches of width on the shoulder
• Shirts, tops and dresses that completely cover the bust line and midriff
• Dress slacks, khakis, jeans and cords must include zippers, pockets, and belt loops
• Shorts, skirts, and dresses within three inches off the knee
• Leggings may only be worn with a skirt, sweater, jacket or dress that meets the three-inch requirement
• Shoes appropriate for both outdoor and indoor use being worn at all times. Sandals are allowed so
long as there is a strap that goes behind the heel.
• Hair that is neatly trimmed, combed, and of one natural color
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Clothing and appearance not supporting the CMH mission:
• Clothing that is ripped, torn, frayed or with holes
• Clothing that is offensive or contains suggestive language
• Dresses, skirts and shorts more than three inches above the knee
• Tank tops, spaghetti straps, tube tops or halter tops
• Clothing that shows cleavage or midriff
• Tight or revealing clothing, including jeggings, yoga pants and pencil skirts
• Sweatpants, athletic shorts and any type of tear-away clothing
• Drug, alcohol, tobacco, etc. shirts
• Hats, head scarves, hoods, bandanas and gloves
• Visible underclothes
• Facial or inappropriate piercing and jewelry
• Visible tattoos
• Any item that may be considered offensive, unsafe or disruptive to the educational process
School Honor Attire:
The administration modifies the dress code on School Honor Days in order to support our core school values
of respect, professionalism and Memorial; school spirit and pride. School Honor Attire includes mass days,
field trips, and other days determined by administration. All students will choose to wear khakis, dress pants,
dress slacks or Capri’s. Sweaters and collared shirts, including polo shirts and dress shirts, are appropriate.
At the start of freshman and junior years, students will be provided an official CMH Honor Attire Polo.
On certain announced days this will be part of the required dress. If the provided shirt becomes lost
or unusable for honor attire wear, the student is responsible to purchase a new one at the Spirit Shop.
The following clothing is not permitted on School Honor Days: t-shirts, sweatshirts, jeans, skirts, dresses,
shorts and “flip-flop” or “shower” sandals.
The school administration makes the final decisions on all dress issues and reserves the right to
judge what is modest, clean, neat, offensive, unsafe, and clothing supportive of the school’s mission.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN
Catholic Memorial HS uses the Standard Response Protocol which is endorsed by the Waukesha
Police Department and used by all schools in the city of Waukesha for a consistent response. SRP is a
classroom safety response based on four separate actions which apply to a variety of emergencies. The
four actions are: Lockout, Lockdown, Evacuate, and Shelter. Parents will be notified of an emergency
by the CMH mass communication service via voice and text.
Lockout is called when there is a threat or hazard outside of the school building such as violence or criminal
activity. The public address is “Lockout! Secure the perimeter” and is repeated twice. All students are to return to
the building while teaching continues. Outer doors remained locked with an increase in situational awareness.
Lockdown is called when there is a threat or hazard inside the school building such as an intruder or
active shooter. The public address is “Lockdown! Locks, Lights, Out of Sight” and is repeated twice.
Students are to move away from sight (windows and doors) and remain silent. Teaches lock classroom
doors, turn out lights and wait for first responders to open door.
Evacuate is called to move students and staff out of the building. Fire drills are held according to state law
once a month. Exit routes are posted in each room and explained by teachers during the first week of class.
When the fire alarm sounds, the Emergency Response Plan for Evacuate is followed. Students should
SILENTLY follow the exit route from the building. Everyone should remain at a distance of at least fifty
feet from the building until the signal is given to re-enter. In the event of a blocked exit, students are to
follow the directions given by a faculty member to the most easily available exit.
Any student turning in a false fire alarm will be reported to the civil authorities, since this is
considered a federal offense.
Shelter is called when personal protection is necessary. Students and staff are moved to a safe location
within the building. Tornado Drills. In the event of a tornado warning, CMH would be alerted directly
by public safety officials and by the emergency siren system located in Buchner Park. The Emergency
Response Plan would be activated for Shelter. Notification of this response is made over the public address
system. Teachers and students are to implement the directions to the posted shelter area quickly. The
tornado siren is occasionally tested and is no cause for alarm at that time.
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EMPLOYMENT
Work permits are issued through the Counseling Center. It is suggested that students’ outside employment
be limited to twenty hours per week.
KEY FOB
In keeping with new standards of safety and security, Catholic Memorial High School will use a key fob
access system for all students, faculty and staff. Students are expected to sign Student Security Key
Fob Holder Responsibilities and carry their fob for use each school day. Students must report lost, stolen
or damaged key fobs to the Main Office.
HALL TRAFFIC
The five-minute passing period between classes allows ample time for students to arrive on time for
classes. Students are not to be in the halls or at their lockers when classes are in session unless they
have a pass from a staff member.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS
Each student will be issued an identification card which bears his/her photograph. This photograph will also
serve as the yearbook picture for underclassmen. ID pictures will be taken during Back to School Day. The
ID card should be carried at all times and must be shown on request to staff and faculty. This card is used as
identification to the chaperones at school dances and extra-curricular functions. The ID card can be pre-loaded
with money to purchase food items from the food service. Lending an I.D. card to anyone is in violation of
school rules. Lost or stolen I.D. cards should be reported to the school office and replacement will cost $10.00.
LOCKERS
Students are assigned lockers at the beginning of the school year at Back to School day. Lock combinations
are kept on file in the main office. Students are responsible for the maintenance of their assigned lockers
and should not change lockers without permission from the Dean of Students. Students are responsible for
their originally assigned lockers. Fines will be assessed for any damages found at the end of the school year.
Every locker must be locked at all times with a school lock purchased from the bookstore. The administration
reserves the right to place a lock on any unlocked locker at any time. If a lock is placed on a locker that
was not locked, the student will be required to buy the lock to receive the combination. To prevent other
students from removing locks, each student is reminded to turn the dial after snapping the lock shut.
Lockers are also available in the physical education locker rooms. All valuables should be locked up
during the time the student is in physical education class.
Students who are at school for after-school activities are asked to take all necessary materials from their
lock to their practice or activity. Catholic Memorial is not responsible for any items that are not secured.
PERSONAL PROPERTY
Catholic Memorial High School is a private facility. Cell phones, cars, lockers, backpacks, electronic devices,
etc. on CMH property or brought to a sanctioned CMH off campus event are subject to search at any time.
VALUABLES
Articles of special value needed for projects (e.g. cameras, electronic equipment, musical instruments,
etc.) should be left either in the office or in the care of a teacher. Under no circumstances should
students leave valuables in hallway or gym lockers. Valuables should be given directly to coaches and
physical education teachers. If it is necessary for a student to bring larger sums of money to school it is
recommended that the money not be carried on the person or placed in a locker, but rather be sealed in an
envelope and left in the main office until it is needed. CMH is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
WITHDRAWAL FROM SCHOOL
Students transferring to another school for any reason must obtain a withdrawal form from the Counseling
Center. This is an authorization for the transfer of the student’s records to the new school. All tuition,
fees, fines, etc. must be paid up-to-date for transcripts to be sent. If applicable, any tuition refunds are
made pursuant to the terms of the CMH Tuition Contract. Students who withdraw from CMH are not
eligible to participate in athletic or extra-curricular activities.
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SERVICES
ACADEMIC RESOURCE CENTER (ARC)
Catholic Memorial provides resources for students who need academically, socially and/or behavioral
support through our Academic Resource Center. Content area teachers and learning resource specialists
are available in the ARC on an hourly basis. The Counseling and Campus Ministry offices are located in
the ARC and are accessible to all students. These services are available hourly to provide daily academic
support, so every CMH student has the resources that they need to be successful.
The Academic Resource Center is open from 7:00 A.M. until 3:30 P.M. on school days.
BUSES
The bus company establishes routes based on addresses supplied by Catholic Memorial. If a change of
address occurs during the school year, please contact the Busing Coordinator to update information with the bus
company. CMH offers fee-based community busing originating at both Hartland, St. Joseph’s, and Wauwatosa.
All rules governing conduct in school are in effect on all buses, including game and team buses. Bus
arrivals will be periodically checked by the Dean of Students.
Arrival and departure times for late buses are announced, when applicable, over the public address system.
HEALTH ROOM
The Health Room at Catholic Memorial is supervised by volunteers. When the room is supervised,
students feeling ill will receive attention.
LEARNING COMMONS
Lunch is served in the Learning Commons during periods 5 and 6. Each student is scheduled for one
lunch period and may be in the Learning Commons only for that period during the lunchtime. The schedule
of every student will designate lunchtime.
Students are expected to remain in the Learning Commons for the entire lunch period, except for using
restrooms. The restrooms on the first floor of the south wing (near the science department) are used
during lunch periods.
SPIRIT SHOP
The CMH Spirit Shop is open on school days from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and during selected special
events. Merchandise includes a variety of CMH sportswear, gym uniforms and snacks. Check the Spirit
Shop page on CMH web portal for the latest information or direct questions to 262-542 7101.
TECHNOLOGY
Catholic Memorial is an Office 365 School all students will receive the following:
I. E-mail address with 100Gb of mail storage space([email protected])
II. Ability to download the following Microsoft products onto 5 devices*:
a. Word
b. Excel
c. Power Point
d. OneNote
e. Access
f. Outlook
g. Publisher
h. Access to Microsoft Aps
i. SWAY
ii. Video
iii. PP Interactive
iv. Delve
i. * some products are not compatible with certain devices.
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III. Will have 1 Terabyte of secure cloud storage for digital files that user will own.
a. File sharing is permissible for educational purposes.
IV. All students at Catholic Memorial High School will be given a username and password to access the
computer network. This will allow students to use the various software packages owned by Catholic
Memorial as well as access the Internet.
a. All users of the computer network are expected to follow the guidelines as stated in the Acceptable
Use Policy.
b. All computers owned by CMH are monitored for the safety of the students. Any violators within
the network are referred to the Dean of Students.
V. CMH Local Network:
a. This network includes all hardware and software owned and licensed by Catholic Memorial High
School. In order to comply with the policies of this network the student must:
i) Have a unique user name and password to access network resources.
- Sharing these credentials is prohibited and the student will be referred to the Dean
of Students if a violation occurs.
ii) Use the computer for educational purposes only. All computers on this network are monitored
both by content and keyboard input.
- Using this resource to visit inappropriate web-sites or use inappropriate language
is prohibited and the student will be referred to the Dean of Students.
iii) Respect for equipment.
- Students will use equipment with respect and not alter or knowingly damage the
property of CMH.
iv) The user will not access the files of other users on the network.
- Each student will be given a secure folder on the network with 200Mb of space to
store files for educational purposes.
- If a student gains access to other users’ files they will be referred to the Dean of Students.
VI. CMH Wide Area Network:
a. This network is designed to give students access to the public internet. Students may bring
their own device (BYOD) to access the internet for educational purposes. To gain access to the
internet the user will use the same credentials they use for the CMH local network.
i) Not to use this network to do the following:
(1) Download copyrighted materials or items like music, games, videos, etc. from file
sharing sites.
(2) Deploy mass e-mailing or spamming attacks on the network bandwidth.
(3) Visit inappropriate web-sites for non-educational reasons.
(4) Harass, cause annoyance, nuisance or inconvenience to others. Doing so will involve
immediate disconnection and the Dean of Students will determine further action.
b. Use of the Wide Area Network is entirely at the risk of the user. Catholic Memorial High School
disclaims any and all liability for loss of confidential information or damages from that loss, or
any all damages from use of this network.
c. Catholic Memorial High School will not be responsible for any personal information (e.g. credit
card) that is compromised, or any damage caused to your hardware due to electrical surges,
security issues or consequences of virus, malware, etc., or hacking.
- We assume no responsibility for damage, theft, or loss of any kind to a user’s equipment.
CMH meets and exceeds all requirements of the Child Internet Protection Act.
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SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY
The CMH administration feels it worthwhile to reiterate key points of our adherence to the Archdiocesan
Policies and Guidelines regarding the use of Social Media websites.
• CMH faculty, staff, coaches, moderators, and other designated volunteers, will not communicate
with your student by means of a personal social media website.
• If CMH web portal or the school’s texting system will not be the means of communication between
adult and student, you will be informed of this prior to the start of the class, sport season, or activity.
You will be invited to be included as a member of the group with access to all postings and messages.
• The use of a given social media group for a specific class, team, or activity, will be terminated when
all of the related activities of that specific grouping are completed.
• All communication media used by CMH will be expected to fully reflect the school’s Catholic identity
and its educational mission.
STUDY RESOURCE OPTIONS (SRO)
The SRO program gives eligible students an opportunity to make some of their own decisions on time
management in preparation for the realities of college and adulthood. Eligibility for SRO includes the
following criteria: junior or sophomore standing; GPA from the previous quarter of 2.5 or greater; three
(3) or fewer demerits from the previous quarter. Only eligible students may utilize the following study
areas during their assigned study periods: Learning Commons, or Academic Resource Center. Students
without SRO are assigned to the Academic Resource Center.
Students agree to the following in their use of SRO:
1. To respect the room and its contents
2. To respect the school policies given by the moderator
3. To talk quietly
4. To report to the room on time and accept the normal consequences of habitual tardiness
5. To remain in assigned seating until attendance has been taken
6. No eating or drinking
7. No cell phones, no music
8. No games
Students may lose SRO privileges for failing to follow the program regulations, falling below achievement
level in a subject or subjects, excessive tardies to school or class, or inappropriate behavior.
STUDENT SUPPORT PROGRAM
DRUGS AND ALCOHOL
Catholic Memorial High School has the responsibility to provide an optimal environment for the intellectual,
emotional, and physical development of its students. Catholic Memorial also recognizes that the education
and behavior of students is affected adversely by use, abuse, or dependency on drugs and alcohol.
Therefore, the school takes seriously its role, along with parents and other segments of the community,
in helping young people make responsible decisions about the use of alcohol and other drugs. Catholic
Memorial will make every effort to assist students and parent in accessing appropriate resources.
STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
The Student Support Program assists students and families in many ways. A committee made up of the
School Counselors, Principal, Dean of Students, and Learning Resource Specialist meets regularly to
identify students’ needs. Individualized programs are designed to support spiritual, emotional, behavioral,
and/or academic growth.
Students can be referred to the attention of the Student Support Program by parents, teachers, and staff. Parents
are welcome to call any Program member to discuss what can be done to encourage success for students.
Since all Catholic Memorial faculty and staff are mandated reporters, any student sharing information
regarding abuse/neglect to self or others will be reported pursuant to State Statutes 48.98(2).
LOST AND FOUND
Students should bring found articles to the office and inquire there for lost articles.
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TUITION AND FEES
Tuition is established annually by the Board of Directors upon the recommendation of the Finance
Committee after taking into consideration the projected enrollment and fiscal responsibilities. Participation
in athletics and activities will be dependent based on a current tuition contract and fee plan. Please
contact the Business Office for more information.
A registration fee is paid each spring. This fee covers the entire process of registration including extra
secretarial hours and computer services.
Tuition payment plan information is available upon request.
One transcript is furnished each student free of charge. Each single subsequent transcript requested
costs $5.00.
A student’s tuition and all fees, fines, and other financial obligations must be satisfied in full
before the release of his / her diploma, transcripts, or any school records.
Textbooks are purchased by the student’s family. A service CMH provides is an online bookstore
using eTechcampus. Textbook ordering information is posted on the CMH web portal and at
www.eTechcampus.com/catholicmemorial . eTechcampus will offer textbooks with new, used or rental,
and book bundle options. More information and dates can be found in the CMH Memos.
Athletics/Activities: All sports and activities have an initial fee of $150 per activity. Please note each
sport/activity may have additional fees determined by the coaches (ex. Spirit wear, equipment fee, travel
fees etc.) All athletic/activity fees are to be submitted to the Business Office.
Example of sports with extra fees:
• Downhill Ski • Fencing • Pom Pons/Dance • Boys’ Golf • Girls’ Golf
• Baseball • Softball • Football • Girls’ Soccer
The coaches of these activities will determine the additional fees prior to the start of the season
and communicate to the parents how much the fees will be.
Participation fees for coop sports are determined by the public schools. The participation fees
approximately vary between $400 - $2,000 which include these sports:
• Hockey • Gymnastics • Boys’ Swim • Girls’ Swim • Girls’ Lacrosse
TUITION ASSISTANCE FOR CATHOLIC MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL
Catholic Memorial offers the opportunity to apply for tuition assistance. Applications for tuition assistance
are available in January and are due March 1st for the following school year. The financial situation of
each applicant is assessed by an outside agency, but the decisions on awards are made by the Tuition
Assistance Committee. For more information, please contact the Admissions Office.
Catholic Memorial High School of Waukesha, Inc. admits students of any race, color, national origin, and
ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available
to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, and ethnic
origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs,
athletic and other school-administered programs.
Appeals Process for WPCP Application Rejection
Under the school’s appeals process, a rejected applicant has five working days from the date of receipt of
their notice of rejection to provide written evidence to the school Choice administrator that the applicant
was improperly rejected. The school’s Choice administrator shall respond to the applicant’s appeal within
five working days of receipt of the appeal notifying him or her of the acceptance or rejection of the appeal.
Additional Policies
Catholic Memorial High School follows all policies as stated in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee Office
of Schools Policy Manual. This manual can be found at, http://schools.archmil.org/CentersofExcellence/
DOCsPDFs/Schools-Policy-Handbook/SchoolPolicy2013-14-Man-0717201.pdf
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PERSONNEL DIRECTORY
TITLE NAME EXT.
President Donna Bembenek Ext. 502
President’s Administrative Assistant Jennifer Ogren Ext. 502
Principal Laura Anderson Ext. 511
Principal’s Administrative Assistant Sue Lehsten Ext. 500
Dean of Students Stephen Plechaty Ext. 512
Athletic Director Matthew Bergan Ext. 541
Director Campus Minister Claire Hoffmeyer Ext. 521
Director of Advancement Lori Holly Ext. 561
Development Assistant Barb Reuter Ext. 563
Media Coordinator Karri Spataro Ext. 564
Development Manager Chelsea Ostrov Ext. 565
Event Manager Ashley Mazurek Ext. 567
Admissions Manager Julie Lindahl Ext. 551
Communications. Coordinator Kristin Hartung Ext. 552
Admissions Coordinator Ann Marie Grubich Ext. 553
Director of Finance & Business Admin. Dawn Keller Ext. 571
General Accountant Jenny Ebel Ext. 572
Business Assistant Melissa Brefka Ext. 573
Attendance/Health Room Coordinator Jenny Hubley Ext. 514
Assistant/Busing/Memo Coordinator Sue Lehsten Ext. 500
Director of Technology Kevin Heaney Ext. 515
IT Assistant Bryan Heaney Ext. 516
Counseling Christopher Benyousky, Director Ext. 531
Danielle Cruise Ext. 532
Counseling TBA Ext. 533
Counseling Coordinator TBA Ext. 535
Scheduling & Records June Kieckhaefer Ext. 419
International Baccalaureate John Burke Ext. 401
IB CAS Coordinator Lynn Dziadulewicz Ext. 445
Director of Facilities Randy Vorwalske Ext. 581
Facilities Assistant Mike Maile Ext. 582
CMH Main Line 262-542-7101
Attendance Line 262-542-7836
Fax 262-542-1633
Kitchen Ext.600 or 262-549-6695
Spirit Shop Ext. 237 or 262-549-6852
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FACULTY/STAFF VOICE MAILBOX CODES
Name Department Voice Mail Extension
Tanya Albanese English 407
Laura Anderson Principal 511
Elsa Aparnieks Math/PLTW 420
Mary Baenen Math 418
Donna Bembenek President 502
Christopher Benyousky Counseling 531
Matthew Bergan Athletic Director 541
Nerissa Borgen Science 422
Melissa Brefka Business Assistant 573
Carly Brunclik Social Studies 435
Dan Burau Art 471
John Burke English/IB Coordinator 401
Danielle Cruise Counseling 532
Jennifer Denten Spanish 455
Stephanie Diedrich Spanish 451
Nicholas Doyle Science 423
Joe Drees Jr. Crusaders Youth Sports Coordinator 545
Sarah Duffy Social Studies 431
Rachelle Dusso Social Studies 436
Lynn Dziadulewicz Theology/CAS Coordinator 445
Jenny Ebel General Accountant 572
Julie Esser Math 416
Angie Flanagan Learning Resource Center 538
Joseph Fricano Spanish 453
Sabrina Rolli English 406
Fr. John Gibson Chaplain 525
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Name Department Voice Mail Extension
Alex Glorioso Business 463
Ann Marie Grubich Admissions Coordinator 553
Kristin Hartung Communications Coordinator 552
Bryan Heaney IT Assistant 516
Kevin Heaney Director of Technology 515
Rose Hoffmann Math, Computer Science, PLTW 415
Lori Holly Director of Advancement 561
Mari Houle Science 421
Jenny Hubley Attendance/Health Room Coordinator 514
Katie Kannall Theology 442
Dawn Keller Director of Finance & Business Admin. 571
June Kieckhaefer Math 419
Nancy Knapp Math 414
Sue Lehsten Principal’s Adm. Assistant/Busing/Memo 500
Julie Lindahl Admissions Manager 551
Ann Maas Math 413
Anthony Maas Theology 441
Dave Mackett Social Studies 437
Mike Maile Facilities Assistant 582
Jeff Mrochinski Business/Social Studies 432
Nick Niedermann English 402
Marie Norgal Math 412
Jennifer Ogren Assistant to the President 502
Monica Olague-Marchan Inclusivity Leader/Family Liaison 537
Mary Petrie PLTW Coordinator 417
TBA Counseling Administrative Assistant 535
Stephen Plechaty Dean of Students 512
TBA Counseling 533
Louise Reinmuller Latin 454
Barb Reuter Development Assistant 563
Sandy Rice Science 425
Edwin Rivera Theology 443
Eric Scherrer Theology 446
TBA Instrumental Music Teacher 472
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Name Department Voice Mail Extension
Erin Smith English 404
Karri Spataro Media Coordinator 564
Jared Spriggs Science 427
Anne Staab Science 426
Jacob Sudbrink Choral Music 474
Anne Torinus French 446
Nick Vitale Fitness & Wellness 462
Randy Vorwalske Director of Facilities 581
John Waliszewski English 405
Jolene Wierschke WIA/ELL Instructor 538
Tom Young Spanish 452
William Young Fitness & Wellness 461
STUDENT LIFE
Activity ........................................................................... Advisor(s)
Art Club……………………………………………….………Dan Burau
Campus Ministry Leadership Team ................................. Claire Hoffmeyer
Christmas Dance ............................................................. Steve Plechaty
Drama .............................................................................. TBA
International Studies Club ............................................... John Burke
French Club ..................................................................... Anne Torinus
Intramurals ...................................................................... John Burke
Latin Club ........................................................................ Louise Reinmuller
Math League ................................................................... June Kieckhaefer
Musical ............................................................................ TBA
National Honor Society .................................................... Nancy Knapp
Rachelle Dusso
Nerissa Borgen
Operation Michael ........................................................... Dave Mackett
Katie Kannall
Peer Mentors ................................................................... Mari Houle
Ann Maas
Tony Maas
Mary Petrie
Pro-Life Club ................................................................... Joe Fricano
Prom ................................................................................ Carly Brunclik
Rachelle Dusso
Robotics .......................................................................... TBA
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Activity ...................................................................................................... Advisor(s)
Rosary Club ............................................................................................... Steve Plechaty
Science Bowl ............................................................................................. Nick Doyle
Senior Advisory Board ............................................................................... Steve Plechaty
Service Club .............................................................................................. Jennifer Denten
Spanish National Honors Society .............................................................. Stephanie Diedrich
Sticky Rhinoceros ...................................................................................... Tom New
Student Ambassadors................................................................................ Julie Lindahl
Krissy Hartung
Student Council .......................................................................................... Mary Baenen
Senior Student Council .............................................................................. Sabrina Rolli
Junior Student Council ............................................................................... Ann Maas
Sophomore Student Council ...................................................................... Anthony Maas
Freshman Student Council ........................................................................ June Kieckhaefer
TOPSoccer ................................................................................................ John Burke
TWIRP (The Woman Is Required to Pay) Matt Bergan
Sports: Coaches
Fall – Boys:
Football, Varsity ......................................................................................... William Young
Football, J.V. .............................................................................................. Tom Young
Football, Freshman .................................................................................... Charlie Walsh
Soccer, Varsity ........................................................................................... Jon Bisswurm
Soccer, J.V. ................................................................................................ Ryan Zingshiem
Volleyball, Varsity ....................................................................................... Brad Mikulice
Dan Chipman
Volleyball, J.V. ............................................................................................ Katie Goedheer
Volleyball, Freshman ................................................................................. TBA
Cross Country ............................................................................................ Griffin Schroeder
Swimming, Boys (Co-op with Waukesha South) ....................................... Blaine Carlson
Fall – Girls:
Rugby ........................................................................................................ John Waliszewski
Alex Glorioso
Volleyball, Varsity ....................................................................................... Ted Schulte
Volleyball, J.V. ........................................................................................... Adriane Walther
Volleyball, Freshman ................................................................................. Elizabeth Heidenrich
Tennis, Varsity ............................................................................................ Jeff Mrochinski
Tennis, J.V. ............................................................................................... Jeff Mrochinski
Swimming .................................................................................................. Christian Niven
Golf, Varsity ............................................................................................... Steve Plechaty
Golf, J.V. ................................................................................................... Dave Lambert
Cross Country ............................................................................................ Griffin Schroeder
Poms.......................................................................................................... Anne Torinus
Mari Houle
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Sports: Coaches
Winter – Boys:
Basketball, Varsity ........................................................................... Jeremy McGlothlin
Basketball, J.V................................................................................. Dan Kelm
Basketball, Freshman ..................................................................... Ryan Mills
Wrestling, Varsity ............................................................................ William Young
Wrestling, J.V. ................................................................................. Jeff Mrochinski
Hockey, Varsity ................................................................................ Raja Aylsworth
Winter – Girls:
Basketball, Varsity ........................................................................... Nikki Nellen
Basketball, J.V. ............................................................................... Mary Nellen
Basketball, Freshman ..................................................................... Lauren Hibbard
Winter – Co-ed:
Fencing ........................................................................................... Daniel Torchia
Ski Team (Downhill) ........................................................................ Eric Stevens
Spring – Boys:
Track ............................................................................................... Matt Bergan
Baseball, Varsity ............................................................................. Tim Gotzler
Baseball, J.V. .................................................................................. Nick Vitale
Golf, Varsity ..................................................................................... Steve Plechaty
Golf, J.V........................................................................................... Dave Lambert
Lacrosse ......................................................................................... Mike Hoffman
Tennis, Varsity ................................................................................. Jeff Mrochinski
Tennis, J.V. ...................................................................................... Chris Benyousky
Spring – Girls:
Rugby .............................................................................................. John Waliszewski
Alex Glorioso
Scholastic Clays .............................................................................. Bruce Nelson
Softball, Varsity ............................................................................... Brian Johnson
Softball, J.V. . .................................................................................. TBA
Soccer, Varsity ................................................................................ John Burke
Soccer, J.V. ..................................................................................... Nick Doyle
Soccer, Freshman ........................................................................... Joe Fricano
Track ............................................................................................... Chris Andacht
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CATHOLIC MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL
ACTIVITY/ATHLETIC CODE
This Activity/Athletic Code encourages students’ spiritual, intellectual, emotional and physical growth.
We acknowledge both the rights and responsibilities of students.
Participation in activities and athletics at Catholic Memorial High School is a privilege. Sanctions, in addition
to those explicitly stated in this handbook might be applied to student participants as judged appropriate by
coaches, moderators, and/or school administrators. This code is enforced 365 days per year.
1. Health and Behavior/Compliance - Article VII - WIAA Rules of Eligibility
A student may not practice for or participate in interscholastic athletics until the school has written
evidence on file in its office attesting to (a) parental permission each school year including an
acknowledgment of receiving the school athletic code and WIAA Rules of Eligibility, and (b)
current physical fitness to participate in sports as determined by a licensed physician or Advance
Practice Nurse Prescriber (APNP) no less than every other school year with April 1 the earliest date
of examination. School policy determines when an athlete may return to competition following an
injury, except where rule book or WIAA tournament policies apply.
2. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Drugs
The illegal use or possession of alcohol, tobacco, e-cigarettes, vaping, drugs or drug paraphernalia
is strictly forbidden. If a student athlete/activity participant is found to be in violation and agrees to
go through an alcohol/drug assessment and follow the assessment recommendations, the athlete/
activity participant will be suspended for 25% of the total scheduled contests. Should the athlete
refuse or fail to take the assessment or follow the subsequent recommendations, he/she will be
suspended for the remainder of the current sports season and be subject to the school’s Discipline
Code. For a second offense, the participant will be suspended for 50% of the total scheduled contests
immediately. A suspension will carry over into another season in order to satisfy the suspension. For
a third offense, the participant will lose all remaining eligibility. If a code violation occurs outside of
a current season the suspension will be applied to the next season of a sport for which the athlete
has an established history of participation. As a reflection of honesty and character, self-reporting
a violation of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs within a 72-hour period from the time of the violation will be
given consideration on a case by case basis.
Catholic Memorial High School reserves the right to have any student involved in extra-curricular
activities subjected to a random drug test at any time during the school year.
The Athletic Director and Dean of Students at Catholic Memorial will arrange for the assessment
procedure and monitor the fulfillment of recommendations.
3. Criminal Acts and Illegal Activities
Any student/athlete involved in any act that can be defined as a criminal act or an illegal activity will be found
in violation of the activity code. The result of this violation will be a 25% suspension of the total scheduled
contests. For a second offense, the participant will be suspended for 50% of the total scheduled contests.
For a third offense, the participant will lose all remaining eligibility. It will be the policy of Catholic Memorial
High School to fully cooperate with authorities in the investigation of any criminal activities.
4. Performance Enhancing Drugs
Performance Enhancing Drugs are banned as per the WIAA.
5. Behavioral Standards
The behavior of student athletes/activities participants is a direct reflection on Catholic Memorial High
School. A demerit rating of five (5) demerits or fewer must be maintained for the duration of each
semester. If the demerit rating increases to six (6), the student athlete/activities participant will be
suspended for one (1) contest/performance. At twelve (12) demerits, the student athletes/activities
participants will be suspended for 25% of the total scheduled contests, and a meeting with parents
will occur. At eighteen (18) demerits, the student athletes/activities participant will be placed on final
probation and will lose 50% of season contests.
If a major offense (see p. 12) is committed, the student athlete/activities participant will be suspended
for a minimum of one contest/performance. After a second major offense, the participant will be
suspended for a minimum of 25% of contests/performances. Following a third major offense, the
participant will lose all remaining eligibility for the year.
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6. Academic Standards
There are two determining factors that affect extra-curricular eligibility.
1) Catholic Memorial High School requires that a student involved in extra-curricular activities
achieve a minimum 1.5 GPA in the previous quarter. If the previous quarter grade falls below
the 1.5 GPA, the student will be ineligible, starting on the date grades for the quarter are officially
posted. The student will be ineligible to practice or participate from the date grades are posted
through the end of the next quarter.
2) The WIAA academic requirement states that a student meet school and Department of Public
Instruction requirements defining a full-time student and have received no more than one failing
grade or incomplete in the most recent grading period (1st quarter, 1st semester, 3rd quarter,
2nd semester).
During the academic year, a student may regain eligibility by meeting the academic standards
described above following 15 scheduled school days and nights of ineligibility. A student who is
ineligible for a minimum of 15 school days, under the provision of this requirement, may not return
to competition until the 16th school day. Incomplete grades must be made up within two weeks after
the grade-reporting period.
Following the last grade-reporting period of the school year, a student may regain eligibility through
summer school courses, provided the courses are equivalent to those that caused the ineligibility.
7. Attendance
Student athletes/activities participants who wish to participate in a practice or game on any given
day must be in attendance at least half of that same day. They must enter by 11:00 a.m. and may
not be released before 11:30 a.m.
APPEAL PROCEDURE
A student and his/her parents have one week in which to appeal the sanctions of the Activities Code. In
such a case, a review board consisting of the Principal, Dean of Students, Athletic Director, and head
coach of the respective sport or club moderator will hear the appeal and determine the sanctions. The
decision of the Review Board will be final.
The activity/athletic code, as stated, acknowledges both the rights and responsibilities of students. A
student and his/her parents or guardians have recourse if they believe an alleged offense did not occur
or sanctions are unjust. In such a case, a review board consisting of the Principal, Athletic Director, and
head coach/moderator of the respective sport or club will hear the appeal and determine the sanctions,
if necessary.
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Our Memorial Prayer:
Heavenly Father, Protector of all people and nations,
Give us the strength to be a living memorial honoring those who sacrifice so much on our behalf – many
even their blood, their health, their very lives.
Give us the humility to accept that there are ideals of charity and service greater than ourselves.
Give us the courage to stand as one community, in one faith, as a true monument to the Christian virtues
of sacrifice, charity, and service.
Give us the knowledge to learn truth and history to understand our world. Give us the wisdom to never
forget the reasons we are Catholic Memorial High School.
Our Lady of Memorial pray for us! We make this prayer through Christ our Lord, Amen.
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A CMH Performing Artist’s Prayer:
Heavenly Father, we are here to make all we offer sacred. We are thankful for the gifts you have given
us as artists, technicians, and performers.
You call us to live our lives to the fullest; may our practice and striving for excellence bring fullness of
life to our performance.
May we inspire others to love, grow in what you call us to be, and may all we do give you glory.
Inspire our endeavors, and send down your Holy Spirit, that we may use your gifts to bring goodness,
truth, and beauty into the world.
Leader:/ St. Genesius, patron of actors, R:/ Pray for Us.
L:/ St. Cecilia, patron of musicians, R:/ Pray for Us.
L:/ We make this prayer through Christ our Lord. R:/ Amen.
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A CMH Team Prayer:
Heavenly Father,
Our Life, Health, and Abilities are gifts from you. Give us the courage to devote each, not to our own
gain, but to your glory.
Let us compete today with all our heart, mind, body, and soul. If you choose, allow victory to come as
a blessing and reward; but, if necessary, assist us to learn integrity in defeat.
Keep all players safe this day. Allow us to give our best as a memorial to those who have given their
all for our sake.
Leader:/ St. Sebastian, patron of athletes, R:/ Pray for Us
L:/ Our Lady of Memorial, R:/ Pray for Us
L:/ Our Lady of Victory, R:/ Pray for Us
L:/ We make this prayer through Christ our Lord. R:/ Amen
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CMH LOYALTY SONG
We’re loyal to you CMH
We’re gold and we’re blue CMH
We’ll back you to stand
As the best in the land
For we know you command CMH, U-Rah-Rah
Carry that ball CMH
We’ll conquer them all CMH
Crusaders, we’ll CHEER for you
So, fight team, be strong, be true
Bring victory to our CMH.
U-Rah-Rah CMH, U-Rah-Rah CMH, U-Rah-Rah CMH!
SCHOOL CALENDAR 2019-2020
SCHOOL HOURS: 7:25 A.M. - 2:40 P.M.
2019-2020 Calendar Summary
FIRST SEMESTER
August 8-9 New Faculty In-service
August 9,12-13 Faculty Report & Professional Development
August 13 Back to School Day-All Students (InPro Athletic Center) 12:00-6:00 PM
School Pictures will be taken (For I.D.’s and photos)
August 13 Blood Drive Sponsored by IT; 12:30 PM-5:30PM LC
August 13 Parent/Senior Privilege Meeting (Aud.) 5:30 PM
August 13 College Application Seminar (Aud.) 6:00-7:00 PM
August 14 Freshmen/New Student/Parent Liturgy (InPro Athletic Center) 7:30 AM
(CMH Honor Polo required)
August 14 Freshman/New Student Orientation 7:30 AM- 2:45 PM, no busing
August 15 First Full Day of School
August 15 All School Mass 1:20 PM (St. Mary’s Church) (Special Schedule) (Honor Attire)
August 28 All School Parents’ Night 6:30-9:00 PM
September 2 NO CLASSES Labor Day
September 7 Freshman Welcome Dance (LCS) 7:00-9:00 PM
September TBD Community Service Fair
September 16-20 Homecoming Week
September 17 All School Mass (St. Mary’s Church) (Honor Attire)
September 18 NHS Induction Ceremony 7:00 PM
September 20 Crusader Walk, Homecoming Game, Early Release at 12:30 PM;
Busing provided
September 21 Homecoming Dance (InPro Athletic Center) 8:00-11:00 PM
September 23 1st Quarter Progress Reports
September 25 Student Assistance Day 7:30 AM–12:15 PM
(Bus pick up @12:30) Professional Development 1-3 PM
October 1,2,4 Freshman Retreats
October 8 All School Mass (St Mary’s Church) (Honor Attire)
October 15 End of 1st Quarter
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October 16 Early Release at 12:30 PM PSAT for juniors (Special Schedule)
October 20 Open House
October 21 NO CLASSES
October 23 Sophomore Girls Retreat #1
October 30 Sophomore Girls Retreat #2
November 1 All Saints Day; All School Mass (St Mary’s Church) (Honor Attire)
November7 NO CLASSES Parent/Teacher Conferences 10AM-2PM & 4-8PM
November 8 NO CLASSES, 8th Grade Student Testing 8 AM – 11:30 AM;
November 12 2nd Quarter Progress Reports
November 13 Sophomore Boys Retreat #1; Legacy Dinner
November 14 Student Assistance Day 7:30 AM–12:15 PM
(Bus pick up 12:30) Professional Development 1-3 PM
November 16 8th Grade Student Testing 8:00 AM-11:30 AM
November 20 Sophomore Boys Retreat #2
November 27 Crusader Day of Service (Bus pick up 12:30) Offices Closed at 12:30 PM
November 27 Thanksgiving Dinner (LCS) 4:30-6:00 PM
November 28-29 NO CLASSES Thanksgiving Break
December 3 Special Schedule-Advent Penance Service (CMH Honor Polo required)
December 4-6 IB Site Visit
December 7 Christmas Dance 8:00-11:00 PM (Julia Weber)
December 10 All School Mass (St. Mary’s Church) (Honor Attire)
December 16-19 Semester Exams 7:30-11:15 AM (Bus pick up at 11:30 AM)
End of 2nd Quarter/1st Semester;
*December 17 No late start; Final Exams
December 19 Offices closed 11:30 AM – Faculty/Staff Luncheon 12 noon
December 20 NO CLASSES - Grading and Exam Make Up Day
Dec 23- Jan 3 NO CLASSES - Christmas Break
SECOND SEMESTER
January 2 NO CLASSES Faculty and Staff Retreat
January 3 NO CLASSES Sustaining the Mission In-service
January 6 Classes resume – 2nd Semester begins
January 13-16 Registration Materials distributed for 2020-21
January 17 Course Consultation Day Counseling
January 27-31 Catholic Schools’ Week
January 28 All School Mass (InPro Athletic Center) (CMH Honor Polo required)
January 31 Course Selection Forms Due Counseling
February 3 Registration Night for Incoming Freshman 6:00-7:30 PM
February 4 Special Schedule - Pro-Life Prayer Service
February 5 NHS Blood Drive
February 17 3rd Quarter Progress Reports
*February 18 No Late Start; Early Release at 12:30 PM
Parent-Teacher Conferences 2:00-6:00 PM
February 19 Student Assistance Day 7:30 AM–12:15 PM
(Bus pick up @12:30) Professional Development 1-3 PM
February 20 CMH Grade School STEM Challenge 8:00AM – 2:30 PM
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February 22 TOPS Soccer Winter Fest /TWIRP (Julia Weber Gym) 8:00-10:30 PM
February 25 Mardi Gras/ Faculty Student Basketball Game, Special Schedule
February 26 All School Mass-Ash Wednesday (St. Mary’s Church)
(CMH Honor Polo required)
February 28 NO CLASSES - Auction Set Up & Sustaining the Mission In-service
February 29 Crusader Auction 2020
*March 3 No Late Start; Early Release at 12:30 PM, ACT for juniors
March 5 End of the 3rd Quarter
March 25 All School Mass (St. Mary’s Church) (Honor Attire) 8:16 AM Special Schedule
March 25-27 Senior Retreat (Lake Delton, WI)
April 6 4th Quarter Progress Reports
April 7 Lenten Penance Service, Special Schedule, (CMH Honor Polo required)
April 10-19 NO CLASSES – Easter Break
April 29 PLTW Design Presentations 6:00 PM (ARC)
April 30 Student Assistance Day 7:30 AM–12:15 PM
(Bus pick up @12:30) Professional Development 1-3 PM
May 2 Prom 2020
May 7-8 Art Show
May 8 Celebrating Lives of Service Mass (InPro Athletic Center) (CMH Honor Polo
required) Special Schedule,
May 15 Scholastica 2020 ARC (8-9:30 AM) Special Schedule
Classes begin at 10:00 AM & Locker Clean Up Day
May 18-21 Semester Exams 7:30-11:15 AM (Bus pick up at 11:30 AM)
*May 19 No late start; Final exams
May 21 Offices Closed at 11:30 AM – Faculty/Staff Luncheon @ 12
May 21 Senior Awards Celebration 6:30 PM (InPro Athletic Center)
May 22 Grading and Exam Make Up Day
May 22 Graduation Rehearsal 10:00 AM (Julia Weber)
May 22 Baccalaureate Mass & Commencement 3 PM (InPro Athletic Center)
May 22 Project Graduation 8 PM (Julia Weber and LC)
May 25 Offices Closed – Memorial Day
May 26-27 Faculty Inservice Days & Summer Check Out
Each Tuesday will be a Late Start day at 8:25 AM (except those denoted with *)
*Not a late start Tuesday due to special activity.
Long-term absences are discouraged except for emergencies. However, if a student will be absent for
an extended period of time, please call the Counseling Department and speak to your child’s counselor.
Long-term absences are discouraged except for emergencies. However, if a student will be absent for
an extended period of time, please call the attendance office at (262) 542-7836.
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