Inside this Issue: School Calendar 2 Additional Notes 4 Uniform Updates 5 Athletic Fall Try-Out Schedule 7 Important Dates: August 28 - Guidance Orientation Juniors - 8 am - 9:30 am Guidance Orientation Seniors - 10 am - 11:45 am Freshman/Transfer Parent & Student Meeting - 7 pm 29 - Freshman Orientation - 7:40 am - 1 pm (lunch included) Senior Orientation - 8 am - 12 pm 30 - Sophomore & Junior Orientation - 7:40 am - 12 pm 31 - No Classes September 3 - Labor Day, No Classes 4 - Classes Begin - 7:40 am - Full Day of Classes!
Bishop Feehan High School 2018-2019 Tentative Calendar AUGUST Event NOVEMBER Event 27 Teacher's Professional Development 1 All Saints Day Liturgy - 1:00 p.m. 28 Guidance Orientation Juniors 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. 2 End of 1 st Quarter 28 Guidance Orientation Seniors 10:00 a.m. to 11:45 p.m. 4 Class of 2023 Open House 1:00 p.m. 28 Freshman and Transfer Parents Meeting, 7:00 p.m. 5 Sweaters required by dress code 29 Freshman Orientation 7:40 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (lunch included) 6 Diocesan Professional Day - No School 29 Senior Orientation - 8:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. 7 National Honor Society Induction 7:00 p.m. 30 Sophomore Orientation - 7:40 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 12 Veterans Day NO CLASSES 30 Junior Orientation - 7:40 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 14 Sophomore Retreat Day 31 NO CLASSES 14 Mass for Deceased Alumni 6:00 p.m. 16-18 ECHO SEPTEMBER 16 Fall Theater Production 7:00 p.m. 3 NO CLASSES 17 Fall Theater Production 7:00 p.m. 3 Labor Day - NO CLASSES 18 Fall Theater Production 2:00 p.m. 4 Classes Begin 7:40 a.m. Full day of classes 21 Thanksgiving Liturgy 10:00 a.m. 12 Freshman Retreat Day 21 Dismissal 11:15 a.m. Thanksgiving Holiday 13 Back to School Night 6:30 p.m. 22 Thanksgiving Game Away Bishop Stang 10:00 a.m. 19 College Mini Fair 9:35 a.m. 22-25 Thanksgiving Vacation 21 Professional Day - No School NEASC 26 Winter Sports Season Opens 22 Multi-Class Reunion On Campus 6:00 p.m. 28 Professional Day - Dismissal at 11:15 a.m. NEASC 24 Mercy Day Mass & Tea - Blessing of Class Rings 10:00 a.m. 25 S.C. Election Assemblies Freshman 9:30 a.m. DECEMBER 25 Senior College Information Night 6:30 p.m. 1 Class of 2023 - Entrance Exam 7:45 a.m. 26 S.C. Voting Freshman 7:45 a.m. 8 Classs of 2023 - Entrance Exam Makeup 7:45 a.m. 27 President s Leadership Reception 6:30 p.m. 11 Christmas Concert 7:00 p.m. 29 Neon Dance 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 12 Mass 10:00 a.m. - Our Lady of Guadalupe Liturgy 14 Santa Shop OCTOBER 18 Christmas Assembly 1:00 p.m. 4 Freshman Class Family Mass 6:00 p.m. 22 NO School - Christmas Vacation Begins 4 College Financial Aid Seminar 6:30 p.m. 5 Father-Daughter Dance at the Venus di Milo 6:00 p.m. JANUARY 8 Columbus Day - NO CLASSES 2 Classes Resume 7:40 a.m. 9-13 Homecoming Week 16 Science Fair 3:00 p.m. 10 PSAT (Grades 9-11) Dismissal at 11:30 a.m. 16 Science Fair Awards 7:00 p.m. 10 Grandparents Reception Grade 9 at 11:00 a.m. 17-19 March for Life 10 Senior College Counseling Day 18-24 Mid Year Exams Dismissal at 11:15 a.m. 10 Parent Conferences 12-2 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. 21 Martin Luther King Day NO CLASSES 11 College Bowl 1:00 p.m. 23 Science Fair Snow Date 11 Hall Decorating 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 25 Professional Day - No School 12 Homecoming Rally 1:00 p.m. 25 End of 2nd Quarter 13 Homecoming Game 1:00 p.m. vs Coyle Cassidy 28-1 Catholic Schools Week 13 Homecoming Dance 7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. 30 Mass 10:00 a.m. - Catholic Schools Week 17 Senior Retreat Day 24 Professional Day - Dismissal at 11:15 a.m. NEASC 6/25/2018
Bishop Feehan High School 2018-2019 Tentative Calendar FEBRUARY Event MAY Event 1 Feehan's Got Talent 1:00 p.m. 1 Spring/Pops Concert 7:00 p.m. 3 Mother/Daughter Fashion Show & Brunch 11:00 a.m. 2 S.C. Election Assemblies 9:30 a.m. 6 Professional Day - Dismissal at 11:15 a.m. NEASC 3 S.C. Voting 7:45 a.m. 8 Winter Rally 1:30 p.m. 3 Freshman-Sophomore Social 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 18-22 February Vacation 6-16 AP Exams 25 Classes Resume 7:40 a.m. 10 Legends & Legacy 6:00 p.m. 27 Junior Class Retreat 15 Quarter Ends for Seniors 28 Welcome Night - Class of 2023 7:00 p.m. 16 Senior Exams 17 Senior Exams MARCH 21 Senior Exams 2 Class of 2023 Placement Test 8:00 a.m. 21 Senior Exams 6 Ash Wednesday Prayer Service 1:30 p.m. 22 Senior Graduation Practice 9:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. 7 Parent Conferences 5-7 p.m. 23 Senior Graduation Practice 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. 13 Combined Honor Societies Induction 7:00 p.m. 23 Class Day Mass 9:00 a.m. 15 Diocesan Professional Day - No School 26 Senior Cruise 5:00 p.m. 15-17 ECHO 27 Memorial Day No Classes 16 Gala at Gillette Stadium 6:00 p.m. 28 Grandparents Day- Seniors 9:00 a.m. 19 Lenten Reconciliation Service 12:40 p.m. 28 Senior Sports Recognition - 6:00 p.m. 20 Professional Day - Dismissal at 11:15 a.m. NEASC 30 Ascension Liturgy - Mass 1:00 p.m. 24 Mother/Son Liturgy-Brunch 31 Baccalaureate Mass 9:30 a.m. 25 Spring Sports Seasons Open 31 Senior Cookout/Tree Planting 11:15 a.m. 29 No School - Faculty Retreat 31 Graduation 7:00 p.m. APRIL JUNE 5 Spring Rally 1:30 p.m. 1 SAT s Off Campus 5 End of 3rd Quarter 8 ACT s Off Campus 5 Spring Theater Production 7:00 p.m. 10 End of 4th Quarter * 6 Spring Theater Production 7:00 p.m. 11-14 Final Exams* 7 Spring Theater Production 2:00 p.m. 17 End of the School Year Mass - 9:30 a.m.* 8 Sweaters Optional 18 Teacher Professional Day* 9 Sophomore/Junior Parents College Night 6:30 p.m. 18 Last day of school - snow day #1 10 Stations of the Cross 1:30 p.m. 19 Last day of school - snow day #2 15-19 April Vacation 21 Last day of school - snow day #3 19 Good Friday - No School/Campus Closed 21 Last day of school - snow day #4 22 Classes Resume 7:40 a.m. 24 Last day of school - snow day #5 26 Professional Day - Dismissal at 11:15 a.m. * contingent upon snow days 26 Junior/Senior Prom (Gillette Stadium) 5:30 p.m. 6/25/2018
Additional Notes 2018-19 Yearbooks Members of the Class of 2019 DO NOT NEED to purchase a yearbook. The senior yearbook is included in the senior fee. Senior Pictures Seniors MUST have their yearbook picture taken by Chestnut Hill Studios. Parents are under no obligation to purchase the portrait from Chestnut Hill but only pictures taken by Chestnut Hill will appear in the yearbook. Appointments can be made as early as June and taken no later than August 31. Look for a package in the mail from Chestnut Hill. Please have this picture taken as soon as possible. Parking Permits Students who drive and park at Bishop Feehan High School are required to have a parking permit that they will keep until they graduate. A parking permit will give the school information to help with security, attendance and accidents. Please fill out the form on google docs under Student Life when you need to apply for a permit. Then when school starts see Mrs. Maciejewski in the Welcome Center for the parking permit which must be attached to the front mirror facing the window. Any vehicle changes must be reported to Mrs. Maciejewski **NO PARKING PASS FEE REQUIRED. Undergraduate Pictures Students (grades 9-11) will have pictures taken for the yearbook on their Orientation Day, August 29th or August 30th. An envelope from the photographer will be mailed to your home in the event you wish to purchase a school picture or package. You are under no obligation to purchase. Students not in compliance with all uniform guidelines will not be photographed. Driver s Education Bishop Feehan High School offers Driver Education Classroom courses here at the school all year. The course is offered by an independent contractor who meets the state requirements. Students must be 15 years 9 months to start the class. The classes are held in Mercy Hall- Classrooms 95 & 96. Registration forms can be found on the following link: Drivers Ed is found in the EVENTS section https://www.bishopfeehan.com/student-life/studentresources/drivers-education/
DRESS CODE Dress Code 18-19 School Year Uniforms are a distinct indication of a student s connection to the school. Representing the school in a positive manner is an expectation in all areas of student life, including professional dress and grooming. Handbook regulations concerning the uniform are applicable at all times, whether on or off campus. It is both the parents and the school s responsibility to instill this mindset in the student body. It is expected that the uniform will be neat, clean, and in satisfactory condition. In addition to handbook guidelines, any other attire or grooming patterns determined to cause distractions are not acceptable. The administration is the final authority on interpretations of the dress code. Donnelly s School Apparel 50 Sharpe Drive Cranston RI 02920 401-942-5202 800-498-0045 Online Ordering: www.donnellysclothing.com Shoes Outerwear T.A.G. (Dress Down Days) Dress shoes with a closed toe and back in a solid shade of black or brown are required. No other colors are permitted. No sequins, metallic, patterns or bright colors are allowed. No sneakers, athletic style footwear, moccasins, clogs or slippers are allowed. Boots of any kind are not allowed. Shoes may be leather, cloth, or suede as long as they meet all criteria listed above. Shoes must remain in good repair and be tied at all times. A note must be given to the School Nurse or Vice Principal of Student Life if an injury requires the wearing of non-uniform shoes. Athletic shoes may be worn for a medical condition for no longer than one week with a parent note. If the shoes are required for a longer period than one week, a doctor s note must be provided with specific guidelines. If the injury requires the wearing of non-uniform shoes for more than a three week period, the student must wear plain all-black leather athletic shoes. The school is the final arbitrator of footwear. The forest green v-neck school sweater or vest with the Feehan Spire logo purchased from Donnelly s must be worn between the assigned calendar dates in October and April, otherwise the sweater or vest is optional. Students wearing non-approved outerwear to school must remove it each morning by the start of homeroom at 7:40 A.M.. The forest green pullover fleece with the SPIRE logo purchased from Donnelly s may be worn over the school sweater in the building. Hats and sunglasses are not permitted. At various times during the school year, students are given the opportunity to come to school out of uniform. T.A.G. (Tasteful, Approved Garments) Days usually require a small fee to support a charitable cause or to recognize a specific activity or achievement. On any day that students are allowed to be out of uniform, posted standards must be followed. These days are considered a privilege that may be revoked for individuals failing to follow guidelines. Guidelines will be posted by the administration throughout the school.
Skirt/Slacks Blouse Skirts or solid color tan slacks must be purchased from Donnelly s. Skirts may not be shorter than two inches above the knee. Skirt waistbands must be visible when the sweater is not worn. The skirts may not be rolled, secured by safety pins, etc. White or blue pastel blouses with a Feehan (shamrock) pocket logo must be purchased from Donnelly s. Blouses are to be tucked in to the skirt at all times. Fitted/tapered blouses are not allowed. All buttons except the top one must be buttoned. Knit shirts and oversized blouses are not permitted. Only plain white T- shirts and undergarments are permitted under the blouse. Long sleeved plain white t-shirts are permitted only if worn with long sleeved blouses. Sweater/Vest The forest green v-neck school sweater or vest with the SPIRE logo purchased at Donnelly s must be worn between the assigned calendar dates in October and April, otherwise, the sweater or vest is optional. Tights Green tights purchased at Bishop Feehan or Donnelly s are required any time and place that the uniform is worn. Tights are to be free of holes and runs. If a student s tights are deemed unacceptable, the student will be consigned a pair by the Welcome Center for payment the following school day. Hair Hairstyles may not be distracting, as determined by the administration. Hair must be clean and styled in a moderate fashion, and hair guidelines do not change on T.A.G. (Dress Down) Days. Makeup, accessories, and jewelry Body markings FEMALE A limited amount of makeup and jewelry is permitted. Rings through body pierced areas are restricted to the ear. There is a limit of two small earrings per ear. Any style or accessory considered by the administration to be distracting will not be allowed. Body markings such as tattoos or those made by ink pens must be covered while on school grounds or while representing the school in an extra-curricular activity. Body Piercing is not permitted Slacks Solid color (tan) slacks purchased from Donnelly s Uniform Shop are required. Shirt White or blue pastel shirts with a Feehan (shamrock) pocket logo must be purchased from Donnelly s. Shirts are to be tucked in to the pants at all times. If the top button is not buttoned, this button must be covered by the tie. Knit shirts and oversized shirts are not permitted. Only plain white T- shirts are permitted under the shirt. Long sleeved plain white t- shirts are permitted only if worn with long sleeved shirts. Sweater/ vest The forest green v-neck school sweater or vest with the SPIRE logo purchased at Donnelly s must be worn between the assigned calendar dates in October and April, otherwise, the sweater or vest is optional. Tie A Donnelly s school tie must be on by the start of homeroom at 7:40 A.M. and may be removed after the dismissal bell. Belt Black or dark brown belts with buckles must be visible. Belts and buckles are to be free from any inappropriate or distracting words or symbols. Socks Socks must cover the foot to the anklebone and be clearly visible above the shoe. Hair Hairstyles may not be distracting, as determined by the administration. Hair must be tapered (gradual change in length) and may not touch the collar. Hair may not be pushed behind ears and only one quarter of the ear may be covered. Hair must not extend into the eyebrows when combed down. Portions of the hair may not be shaved. Sideburns may not extend to more than the bottom of the ear. Use of styling gel to circumvent regulations is not permitted. It is the student s responsibility to anticipate the need for a haircut. Extensions will not be given for hair appointments. Hair guidelines do not change on T.A.G. (Dress Down) Days. Facial/ Body MALE Facial hair is not permitted. Body Piercing is not permitted; consequently, earrings are not permitted for boys. Body markings such as tattoos or those made by ink pens must be covered while on school grounds or while representing the school in an extra-curricular activity
ATHLETIC TRYOUTS & EXTRA CURRICULA ACTIVITIES FALL 2018 All participants in athletics must have a valid certificate of physical fitness from a medical professional. Please check to make sure that your most recent physical is less than 13 months old. This must be submitted to the Athletic Department, Attention: Donna Paulhus. A valid certificate is one issued no more than 13 months prior to the end of the 2018 season. If you do not have such on file, you must bring a valid certificate to the first team gathering. All must also have completed a bi-annual ImPact test and register for athletics on Family ID. GOLF COACH ARTHUR ANDERSON - aanderson@bishopfeehan.com All tryouts are held at Heather Hill CC. Starting time to be determined by Heather Hill. All interested student-athletes should join the Google Classroom using the code 9vwo1t. If incoming freshmen are unable to register for this Classroom account, they should contact Coach Anderson at aanderson@bishopfeehan.com. (Starting times in the past have usually been at 2:00 pm). Thursday, August 23 Friday, August 24 Monday, August 27 Tuesday, August 28 Wednesday, August 29 (Weather permitting) GIRLS SOCCER COACH PHIL SILVA psilva@bishopfeehan.com Thursday, August 23, 8am-10am and 3-5pm Friday, August 24, 8am - 10am and 3-5pm Saturday, August 25, 2-4pm Further practices will be announced If you have any questions about the mentioned items or participation in the program, please contact Coach Silva at 401-225-6781 or psilva@bishopfeehan.com BOYS SOCCER COACH MICHAEL PARISEAU mpariseau@bishopfeehan.com TRY-OUTS Thursday, August 23, 10:30 am-12:30 pm and 5:00-7:00 pm Friday, August 24, 8:00-10:00 am and 12:00-2:00 pm Saturday, August 25, 9:00-11:00 am Further practices will be announced If you have any questions about the mentioned items or participation in the program, please contact Coach Pariseau at mpariseau@bishopfeehan.com COMPETITIVE MARCHING BAND & COLOR GUARD JOSEPH TAYLOR jtaylor@bishopfeehan.com July 10 & 24: Rehearsal 6 to 8pm Aug. 7 & 9: Rehearsal 6 to 8pm Aug. 14, 15, 16, 17: Camp 3 to 8:45pm Aug. 18: Camp 12noon to 6pm Aug. 20, 21, 22: Camp 3 to 8:45pm Aug. 25: Camp 12noon to 6pm Aug. 28: Performance & Rehearsal time TBD Aug. 30: Rehearsal 5:30-8:45pm
Please note: All members MUST bring a refillable water jug to EVERY rehearsal and wear comfortable clothing, sneakers, sun screen, baseball cap and bug repellant (if needed). More information can be found here: http://bishopfeehanband.wixsite.com/bfhsmarchingband If you have any questions about the mentioned items or participation in the program, please contact Joseph Taylor at jtaylor@bishopfeehan.com CHEERLEADING COACH TINA HENRY thenry@bishopfeehan.com First Practice: August 23 and 24-12-2pm. Picture Day Wednesday, August 22 @ 2:30 p.m. If you have any questions about the mentioned items or participation in the Cheer program please contact Coach Henry at thenry@bishopfeehan.com FOOTBALL COACH GARY DOHERTY gdoherty@bishopfeehan.com Friday, August 17 and Saturday, August 18 : Grades 10-11-12 12:00 4:00 p.m. in cafeteria - Grade 9-1:00 5:00 p.m. in cafeteria Further practices will be announced If you have any questions about the mentioned items or participation in the program, please contact Coach Doherty @ gdoherty@bishopfeehan.com Picture Day Wednesday, August 22 @ 2:30 p.m. CROSS COUNTRY COACH ROBERT L HOMME rlhomme@bishopfeehan.com Thursday, August 23 6:00 p.m. on the Feehan track time trials Further practices and times will be announced on Thursday, August 23 Any questions contact Coach L Homme @ rlhomme@bishopfeehan.com GIRLS VOLLEYBALL COACH JOSEPH REARDON jreardon@bishopfeehan.com August 23 & 24 Double Sessions Grade 9-8:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Grades 10-11-12* - 10:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m. August 25 Grades 9-10 8:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Varsity Team Practice 2:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m. *some sophomores will tryout with freshmen from 3:30-5:30 on 8/24 and 8:00-10:30 on 8/25. Varsity Team will practice Fri 8/24 5:30-8:00 and Sat 8/25 2:00-4:30 Practices thereafter daily as announced. MANDATORY ATTENDANCE AT ALL TRYOUTS AND PRACTICES. Summer Workouts, Open Gym begin on Sun July 8, time is TBD, Contact Coach Reardon for details and schedule Any questions contact Coach Reardon jreardon@bishopfeehan.com FIELD HOCKEY COACH MARINNA EMOND memond@bishopfeehan.com FIELD HOCKEY: August 24-4-6 p.m. August 25-10a.m. -12p.m. and 2p.m. - 4 p.m. August 26-2-4 p.m. Further practices will be announced. ImPACT TESTING All incoming students who wish to play sports and current students who did not have an ImPact test must be tested. Testing took place in the Doran Center on: June 4, at 3:00, 4:00 or 5:00 p.m. June 5, at 3:00, 4:00 or 5:00 p.m. June 6, at 3:00, 4:00 or 5:00 p.m. June 7, at 3:00 or 4:00 p.m. MAKE-UP TESTING IS ON AUGUST 13 AND 14 at 10:00 a.m. in the Doran Center All must pre-register for a testing period by going to the Bishop Feehan Athletic (goshamrocks.net) page on the school web site and access the ImPACT tab.
FAMILY ID Family ID is a secure registration platform that provides you with an easy, user-friendly way to register for our programs. Any student planning to try out for any sport must be registered through Family ID. This site manages all medical, emergency and contact information. It also contains the Permission to Participate form. Please register for Family ID on the Bishop Feehan web site under the Athletic Tab. Please check to make sure that your most recent physical is less than 13 months old. This must be submitted to the Athletic Department, attention: Donna Paulhus. SUPPORT: If you need assistance with registration, contact Family ID at: support@familyid.com or 888-800-5583 x1. Support is available 7 days per week and messages will be returned promptly.