GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS AND YOUTH

The United States of America provides the opportunity for all people to receive an education. Citizens in turn become active and productive members of Society. However, if a person attended 1^st grade, skipped 2 years, attended 4^th grade, skipped 4 years, attended 9^th grade, skipped 2 years, and finally attended 12th grade, would he/she be considered diploma- worthy and prepared for gainful employment or higher education? Education is not only a right but also a responsibility for the good of the whole community.

Therefore:

1. For as long as a student is in civil education, formal religious education should remain a priority.
2. Consistent attendance and active participation are the norms.

	All students are expected to attend all classes and all activities.
	Families should make every effort to plan other activities so they do not conflict with the Christian Formation sessions.
	Parents/Guardians should notify Catechist/Teacher of absence and arrange for homework by calling 846-5245 or emailing at hcrossreled@aol.com.
	Parents/Guardians will be phoned if their student is not in class and there has been no previous notification of absence.

3. Parental involvement is vital to the growth of the student and the whole religious education experience.
4. Regular and active celebration of Sunday Eucharist and service to the Church and surrounding community energize the purpose of Christian Formation, which is to be the hands, eyes, voice, feet of Jesus in the World.

FOR STAFF AND VOLUNTEER CATECHISTS

1. Volunteers are trained, prayerful, Faith-filled, enthusiastic Catechists.
2. Staff/Catechists will periodically inform parents/guardians of their student’s progress.
3. Staff will provide retreats and continuing education for volunteers.
4. Staff will provide opportunities for retreats and continuing education for parents/guardians.