Schlarman Prospective Student Booklet

The seal is a triple symbol of the Holy Family: the cross reminds one of Christ, Our Redeemer; the star, the
ceaseless vigilance of Mary, Our Mother; and the carpenter square symbolizes Saint Joseph, patron of the school.
The five dots on the cross represent the five Vermilion County Catholic parishes. The star also represents
knowledge, the square represents service, and the cross represents faith. Mary is represented in the blue
background color of the seal.
Schlarman Academy is a faith-based, preschool-through-high-school educational community that promotes
spiritual, intellectual, physical, and moral development in a dynamic climate of academic excellence centered on
Christian values and the Catholic tradition.
Patrick Bogen
Dr. Ray Broderick
Theresa Combs
Christina Dietzen
Dorothy Labayog
Gail Lewis
Phil Muehl
Jim Mulvaney
Jonathon Myers
Fr. Greg Nelson
Debbie O’Brien
Fr. Ted Pracz
Robert Rice
Anne Sacheli
Fr. Timothy Sauppe
Auston Surprenant
Mike Yusko
Building/Grounds Committee
Building/Grounds Committee
Development, Public Relations & Marketing Committee
Board Vice-Chair, Chair-Development, Public Relations
& Marketing Committee
Board Secretary, Program Committee
Chair-Program Committee
Finance Committee
Program Committee
Chair-Finance Committee
Development, Public Relations & Marketing Committee
Finance Committee
Program Committee
Finance Committee
Board Chair, Finance Committee
Finance Committee
Finance Committee
Chair-Building/Grounds Committee
St. Paul’s
Holy Family
St. Mary’s
Holy Family
St. Paul’s
Holy Family
Danville Lutheran
St. Paul’s
Holy Family
St. Paul’s
Holy Family
Holy Family
St. Isaac Jogues
St. Paul’s
St. Mary’s
St. Paul’s
St. Paul’s
You have made the right decision in looking at Schlarman Academy for your child! You can’t go wrong by
putting your child in the hands of faith at Schlarman. Let us tell you why:
First, the education your child receives lasts a lifetime. Schlarman Academy academically prepares
your child for a lifetime of success. As evidence of this, we can point to the school’s accreditation, talented
faculty, student progress on standardized tests, and how well our students perform later on in college. Call us or
stop in and visit so that we can share with you these and many other examples of our wonderful academic
program.
Second, your child is taken care of both physically and emotionally at Schlarman Academy. Our
staff and faculty are trained to provide excellent care for your child. Working with local law enforcement and
emergency personnel, our school follows policies and procedures that ensure that your child is safe. At Schlarman
every student’s happiness matters. Our staff and faculty reach out to care for your child in the most sincere,
compassionate, and loving manner. Contact any of our school families to find out firsthand how we care for
them.
Third, spiritual growth and faith development underscore everything we do for your child while he
or she is a student here. As a Catholic school, we don’t view the faith life of your child as separate from his or
her regular academic learning. We believe and we teach that God can be found in all academic subjects. We view
God as the great communicator who wants us to live in peace with all our brothers and sisters, even those from
different cultures and walks of life. Students of all faiths are welcome at Schlarman Academy. Contact either
school office to schedule a visit to experience our school community.
This is the start of your journey with Schlarman Academy. Please know that we are here to walk with you
and your family. Here are suggested next steps:
1. Call the school office at (217) 442-3880 for grades Preschool-6 or (217) 442-2725 for grades 7-12 to
learn more about the school, ask questions, or simply to schedule a visit.
2. Email your questions to [email protected] or [email protected]
3. Check us out on the web at www.schlarmanacademy.com. We have a special section on our web
site for prospective families.
Peace Be with You,
Mr. Robert Rice
Principal
Schlarman Academy
Mrs. Mary Pat Shepherd
Assistant Principal
Schlarman Academy
South Campus-1307 N. Walnut St.,
Danville, IL 61832
Phone: 217-442-3880 Fax: 217-442-1234
North Campus-2112 N. Vermilion St., Danville, IL 61832
Phone: 217-442-2725 Fax: 217-442-0293
www.schlarmanacademy.com ACT Code 141-555
MR. ROBERT RICE, PRINCIPAL MARY PAT SHEPHERD, ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL REV. PATRICK O’NEAL, CHAPLAIN
JASON WOODWORTH, ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
DR. JUDITH WATKINS, GUIDANCE COUNSELOR
JANET PICILLO, DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
SHERI MCMASTERS, BUSINESS MANAGER
MISSION STATEMENT
Schlarman Academy is a faith-based, preschoolthrough-high-school educational community that
promotes spiritual, intellectual, physical, and moral
development in a dynamic climate of academic
excellence centered on Christian values and the
Catholic tradition.
WHO WE ARE
In the early 1940’s, Danville area Catholics sensed a
need for a Catholic high school. Approval for the
school was secured from Bishop Joseph H.
Schlarman. Classes for thirty-nine students began at
St. Patrick’s School in September, 1945. In 1946,
the W. G. Hartshorn Estate was purchased and
renovated for educational purposes and the first class
graduated from Schlarman High School in 1949. As
the student body grew, nine classrooms, a
gymnasium, and an athletic field were added. Over
the past sixty-three years over 3,900 students have
graduated from Schlarman High School.
In July of 2011, the Vermilion County Catholic grade
schools, Holy Family, St. Mary’s, and St. Paul’s,
consolidated with Schlarman High School to form
Schlarman Academy, a Pre-K through 12th grade
school on two campuses.
Schlarman Academy is a Christian institution within
the Roman Catholic tradition. We believe in each
person’s unique worth because he/she is created by
God and called to a particular end or destiny. The
primary obligation for education and Christian
formation rests with the parents; we share in this
during the time the student is entrusted to the school.
Students are admitted to Schlarman Academy
without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national
or ethnic origin. We respect the spiritual traditions of
our non-Catholic students and value their presence
among us. Eighteen percent of our students are nonCatholic. Tuition assistance is available. Fifty-eight
percent of our student body receives some form of
assistance. We offer daily religious instruction and
special preparation for the sacraments of the Catholic
Church. Students participate in weekly Mass. Junior
high students learn the importance of service by
completing 25 hours of volunteer work prior to
advancement to 9th grade. High school students are
required to complete a minimum of one-hundred
(100) hours of volunteer service through the Faith
Alive Community Service program prior to
graduation. During the 2011-12 school year the high
school students accumulated 14,273 service hours.
ACADEMICS
Schlarman Academy seeks to offer both quality
Catholic education and Christian formation.
Schlarman Academy is fully accredited by Advanced
Ed and is a member of the National Catholic
Education Association and the Illinois High School
Association.
Schlarman Academy (grades K-8) currently has an
enrollment of 254 students. Average K-8 class size
if 18.6. Our 7th & 8th grade students take the ACT
Explore test and on average, our students
consistently score above the 63rd percentile on
national standardized tests in reading, language, and
math. Our state-of-the-art technology lab offers
internet access and multimedia capabilities. Our
curriculum includes computerized reading and math
programs and nationally recognized regular
instruction for K-8 students in computers, art, music
and physical education. In 2012 we expanded our
language department by adding two full time foreign
language teachers, giving our elementary level
students daily foreign language instruction in French,
Spanish and Mandarin. Our library media center has
an ever-expanding collection of educational videos,
media equipment and CD-ROMs, along with some
7,500 books. The library’s collection is searchable in
an online catalog, making the library available from
all classrooms.
Schlarman Academy (grades 9-12) currently has an
enrollment of 125 students. Because of our size we
are able to offer a student to teacher ratio of 10 to 1.
Our mandatory 8th hour program allows students to
receive needed instruction beyond the school day.
Our outstanding college-prep curriculum includes
both Honors and Advanced Placement courses. Dual
enrollment classes, which enable our students to earn
both high school and tuition-free college credit, are
available through Danville Area Community
College.
Our staff is comprised of professional, experienced,
state-certified teachers, including specialists in
computers, music, art and physical education.
Graduation requirements from Schlarman Academy
exceed the minimum requirements set by the State of
Illinois. The requirements also meet the basic
admission requirements for colleges and universities
not only in the state of Illinois but many other states
as well. In order to graduate from Schlarman
Academy, a student must complete one full semester
of attendance at Schlarman Academy and have
received 26 credits in the following subjects:
English
Religion
Mathematics
Science
World History
American History
Government
Social Science Elective
Business Elective
Consumer Education
Physical Education
Health
Computer Literacy
Humanities Electives
Electives
4.0 credits
4.0 credits
3.0 credits
3.0 credits
1.0 credit
1.0 credit
.5 credit
.5 credit
.5 credit
.5 credit
1.5 credit
.5 credit
.5 credit
2.0 credits
3.5 credits
Honors classes include: Honors English I, II, & III,
Pre-Calculus, Biology II, Chemistry I & II, Physics,
Spanish III (second semester) French III (second
semester). Advanced Placement classes include:
English IV, Calculus, Spanish IV, and French IV.
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT
AT THE HIGH SCHOOL LEVEL
Our expectations for academic achievement are
consistent with student abilities. Grades assigned in
each course are intended to reflect achievement
relative to a definite level of competence. The grade
point system used:
A 100-96
A- 95-93
B+ 92-91
B
90-88
B87-86
C+ 85-83
C
CD+
D
DF
82-80
79-78
77-75
74-72
71-70
Below 70
Grades will be converted from an alphabetical index
to numerical index. Regular classes utilize a 4.0
scale, while Honors and Advanced Placement classes
use a 4.5 scale. Upon taking and passing the
respective AP exam, students are awarded an
additional .5 points for each semester of the AP
course(s).
The valedictorian (single highest cumulative GPA)
and salutatorian (second highest cumulative GPA) of
Schlarman Academy will be named based on the
Cumulative Grade Point Average after the seventh
semester of high school. The Cumulative GPA will
be carried to the second decimal place. The student
must have completed his or her last 4 semesters at
Schlarman Academy. Final GPAs and class rank for
graduating seniors will be based on all semester
grades earned during high school enrollment and will
be determined in the summer after receipt of scores
for those seniors taking the AP exams.
A major goal of the high school experience for a
student is to discover and explore his/her talents,
abilities, aptitude, and interests. By participating in
the assessment process of taking the ACT assessment
of EXPLORE and PLAN, each student will have a
basis for course selection. We also offer an intense
ACT prep program that gives students the
opportunity to take practice tests which in turn
enhances their chances of scoring well on the
national test. Beginning with the 2012/2013 school
year, all Schlarman Academy Juniors will be
required to take the ACT in the Spring.
Schlarman Academy will provide funding for this
test. Our 5-year average composite on the ACT
for the classes of 2008-2012 was 22.4 as compared
to the state average of 20.8 and the national
average of 21.1.
BEYOND ACADEMICS
Students are encouraged to take pride in their appearance
at Schlarman Academy. Our Catholic teachings try to
help students understand that the real value of a person
has nothing to do with the expense or brand of clothes
they wear. A person’s worth becomes less defined by
what surrounds him/her and more by the qualities she/he
posses as an individual. All students at Schlarman
Academy adhere to a uniform dress code.
At the grade school level our extracurricular activities
give students ample opportunity for social enrichment and
growth. We encourage students to practice the Gospel
values in all their interactions. For our 5th-8th grade
students, we offer opportunities for participation in eight
sports, five clubs, Band, Chorus, Drama and Art.
The co-curricular activities at the high school level are to
provide enriching educational experiences in both athletic
and activity programs. For grades 9-12, we offer
numerous opportunities for co-curricular experiences
including 11 clubs and organizations and 15 varsity
sports. Over 95% of our high school students are
involved in at least one co-curricular activity.
Preschool
Schlarman Academy’s preschool began in 1983. We have
serviced families for almost 30 years. The preschool
offers a large gross motor indoor and outdoor playground
as well as an indoor sandbox. We offer both 3 and 4 year
old classes. To accommodate families we offer 1/2 day
preschool programs from 3-5 days as well as full day
programs where the young children can stay, receive
lunch and have a rest time as well as an extended learning
time in the afternoon.
Pre-Care, After-Care
For those families who need additional care beyond the
normal school day we offer both pre-care and after-care.
Pre-care begins at 7 a.m. and is open to all preschool-8th
grade students. It is supervised by a faculty member. The
after-care program, open until 5:30 p.m., is supervised by
an experienced child care provider. It is open to all K-8
students and preschoolers in the afternoon classes. Both
programs are provided for a fee that is much lower than
the cost of babysitting.
Parent Involvement
Fair Share Opportunities to give time, energy and
involvement in your child’s education. We would like
Schlarman Academy to be an extension of your home.
Parents are the primary educators and many years of
research show that one of the most effective ways to
increase student achievement is for parents to be actively
involved in the education of their children. Spend some
time at your child’s school, see what is going on and be an
active participant. Giving your time enables us to work
together for your children. Come be a member of the
Schlarman Academy family. We have student as well as
parent activities. Let you children pave the way for you
being involved in an active great community.
LIFE AFTER SCHLARMAN ACADEMY
Each year Schlarman Academy high school graduates are
accepted into and attend both 2-year and 4-year
educational institutions. Forty-two out of forty-three 2012
graduates enrolled in a college or university. The Class
of 2012 received over $2.1 million dollars in both academic and athletic scholarship opportunities for their
continued education.
From time to time we are asked about the schools that our
graduates are accepted into and/or attend. A partial listing
of those schools that over the last ten years have been, or
are being attended, by our graduates follows:
University of Illinois
Southern Illinois University
Bradley University
Olney Central College
University of Notre Dame
Illinois College
Illinois State University
Samford University
Indiana University
Purdue University
Indiana State University
Kenyon College
John Brown University
Illinois Wesleyan
Benedictine University
McKendree College
Western Illinois University
St. Olaf
Eastern Illinois University
Iowa Wesleyan
Parkland Community College
Quincy College
Goshen College
Marian College
Northland College
Miami University-Ohio
Ball State University
St. Joseph College
Northern Michigan University
Iowa State University
University of Indianapolis
U. S. Naval Academy
Auburn University
St. Louis University
Creighton University
Boston University
Loyola University - Chicago
University of Iowa
East Carolina University
Olney Central College
Millikin University
Butler University
University of Kentucky
Blackburn College
University of Evansville
St. Lawrence University
University of San Diego
Valparaiso University
Michigan State University
Culver-Stockton College
DePauw University
John A. Logan College
Northern Illinois University
Oral Roberts University
University of Southern Mississippi Seton Hall University
Danville Area Community College Olivet Nazarene
George Washington University
Franklin College
University of Missouri-Columbia Carthage
Washington University-St. Louis University of Memphis
Lincoln Land Community College Cornell University
Columbus State Community College
Hofstra University
College of Charleston
University of Texas
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
Missouri University of Science & Technology
As a parent, you have many important financial decisions to make for your family. You must decide how to finance
your child’s tuition at Schlarman Academy. What kind of returns will my child receive from an education at
Schlarman Academy?
 Survey research indicates that graduates of Catholic high schools are more likely to complete college and on average they
earn more money than Catholics who don’t attend a Catholic high school. More importantly, a higher percentage of Catholics
who attend Catholic high schools report that they continue to practice the faith.
 Superior education positions your child for a lifetime of opportunity. Caring and supportive learning environment
enhances your child’s self-esteem. The value of having your child supported by the dynamic community that exists at
Schlarman Academy is beyond measure.
You understand these values, but you may need a plan to finance your child’s ability to experience them at Schlarman
Academy. Tuition Assistance is available in the form of Minority Scholarships, Academically Talented Scholarships
and those who demonstrate financial need. Please contact your pastor if tuition still creates demonstrable hardship not
alleviated by FACTS, Spalding scholarships or other noted tuition assistance available.
Please review the tuition at Schlarman Academy as well as the payment options available to you.
Tuition Rate
Annual Payments
6% Savings
Semi-annual
Two equal
payments due on or
before July 1st &
Dec. 1st.
3% savings
10 Monthly
Payments
Beginning in August
3 days/week-Half Day
7 am-11:30 am
$1,225.00
$1,151.50
$594.13
$122.50
3 days/week-Full Day
7 am-5:30 pm
$2,850.00
$2,679.00
$1,382.25
$285.00
5 days/week-Half Day
7 am-11:30 am
$2,035.00
$1,912.90
$986.98
$203.50
5 days/week-Full Day
7 am-5:30 pm
$4,750.00
$4,465.00
$2,303.75
$475.00
Preschool
Please note: Preschool
rates include precare (if
needed) on both half and
full days and aftercare (if
needed) on full day
option.
Tuition Rate
Annual Payments
6% SavingsFull Pay ONLYNot on FACTS
Semi-annual
Two equal payments due on or
before July 1st & Dec. 1st.
3% savings-Full Pay ONLYNot on FACTS
12 Monthly
Payments
Beginning in
June
Parish supported ratefirst student
$2,650.00
$2,491.00
$1,285.25
$220.83
Parish supported ratesecond student
$2,150.00
$2,021.00
$1,042.75
$179.17
Parish supported rateadditional students
$1,650.00
$1,551.00
$800.25
$137.50
Non-parishioner rateper student
$3,710.00
$3,487.40
$1,799.35
$309.17
2013/14
Tuition Rates
Grades K-6
Tuition Rate
2013/14
Tuition Rates
Grades 7-8
Annual
Semi-annual
Two equal payments due on or
Payments
before July 1st & Dec. 1st.
6% Savings
Full Pay ONLY- 3% savings-Full Pay ONLY-Not on
Not on FACTS
FACTS
12 Monthly
Payments
Beginning in
June
Parish supported ratefirst student
$3,180.00
$2,989.20
$1,542.30
$265.00
Parish supported ratesecond student
$2,680.00
$2,519.20
$1,299.80
$223.33
Parish supported rateadditional students
$2,180.00
$2,049.20
$1,057.30
$181.67
Non-parish supported
rate-per student
$4,240.00
$3,985.60
$2,056.40
$353.33
Tuition Rate
2013/14
Tuition Rates
Grades 9-12
Annual
Semi-annual
Two equal payments due on or before
Payments
July 1st & Dec. 1st.
6% Savings
Full Pay ONLY- 3% savings-Full Pay ONLY-Not on
Not on FACTS
FACTS
12 Monthly
Payments
Beginning in
June
Parish supported ratefirst student
$4,770.00
$4,483.80
$2,313.45
$397.50
Parish supported ratesecond student
$4,270.00
$4,013.80
$2,070.95
$355.83
Parish supported rateadditional students
$3,770.00
$3,543.80
$1,828.45
$314.17
Non-parish supported
rate-per student
$6,360.00
$5,978.40
$3,084.60
$530.00
Additional Fees:
Lunch Fees (K-6)
Lunch Fees (7-12)
Registration fees
Preschool
K-8
Grades 9-12
$2.25/day
$2.50/day
$35/month
$40/month
Milk-$.50/day
Pre-Care
$2/day
$10/week
$40/month
After-Care
$4/day
$20/week
$80/month
$45
No registration fee
Student Planner
$ 4
The following fees are in addition to the tuition and are due during registration in August.
Book Rental Fee
$110
Drug Testing Fee
$100
Student Planner
$ 4
Graduation Fee (Seniors Only) $ 35
Please note: Other consumables needed for some classes could be an additional cost. The activity Fee (including
student admission to most athletic events, Science Lab Fee, Technology and Internet Service Fee and Parking Fee) is
included in the above rates. If you receive a scholarship or tuition assistance, this amount will be adjusted later and
you will be notified.
All Parents (K–12th grade): Parents/Guardians will be required to sell (3) three Schlarman
Academy Raffle Tickets for 1 child attending or (5) five tickets for two or more children attending the
Academy. The unsold balance will be added to the required tuition for the school year.
Parents are also required to provide 20 hours of fair-share volunteering at school events.
Schlarman Academy has several scholarships available to students. Unless you clearly feel that you will not
be eligible, you should apply for financial assistance at Schlarman Academy. Over 40% of our families receive
some level of tuition assistance. The first step is to fill out a FACTS application. FACTS applications are
available in the school office or online at www.factstuitionaid.com. All information is kept strictly confidential.
Forms are mailed to FACTS, which sends a report to Schlarman Academy with suggested financial assistance
amounts. Schlarman Academy determines the individual awards based on this report. If you decide to apply
and need help completing the application, please give us a call. FACTS application must be submitted by
February 15, 2013 in order to be eligible for any type of financial assistance including scholarships and tuition
assistance that are offered by Schlarman Academy and the Schlarman Foundation.
In addition to filing the FACTS application, all Catholic students are required to apply for the Spalding
Scholarship in order to be eligible for any form of tuition assistance or scholarships from Schlarman Academy.
John Lancaster Spalding Scholarship Fund Grants: Tuition assistance scholarship grants from the endowment
fund established as a result of the Diocese of Peoria ROOTED IN FAITH Campaign and named
in honor of Archbishop Spalding, the first Bishop of Peoria, will be available for the 2013 - 2014
school year. All grants will be based on financial need objectively assessed. Information about
the grants and application materials may be obtained from any Catholic elementary or secondary
school in the Diocese of Peoria. Families of students currently receiving grants are reminded that
all grants are for one year only, and anyone seeking to renew a grant for 2013-2014 must reapply.
The application deadline is February 15, 2013. Notification of grant awards will be made by
mid-April.
John Lancaster Spalding Scholarship Fund
Assistance Application & Award
Protocols and Procedures
PROTOCOLS:
 A family applying for Spalding Scholarship assistance must be an active member in good standing of a parish in
the Catholic Diocese of Peoria.
 The student[s] for whom the aid is being sought must be enrolled [or be seeking to be enrolled] in grades K
through 12 in a Catholic school located in the Diocese of Peoria.
 All scholarship assistance will be based on a family’s financial need objectively assessed: The diocese will use
FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment Services to determine financial need.
 All scholarship assistance will also be dependent upon the recommendation of the pastor that the family is an
active member of the parish in good standing and the recommendation of the principal for students currently
enrolled indicating that the student is in good standing with the school.
 If a student changes schools during a school year, tuition assistance grants will follow the student as long as the
student is enrolled in and in good standing in a Catholic school in the Catholic Diocese of Peoria and the family
is a member in good standing of a parish in the Catholic Diocese of Peoria. The original award will be adjusted
for need in relationship to the tuition of the new school.
 All awards are for one school year only. Awards may be renewed, but a family must apply for Spalding
Scholarship assistance each school year.
 The number of Spalding Scholarship grants and the amount of each grant for the school year will be dependent
upon the funds available and the size and need of the applicant pool. However the amount of any grant awarded
for the 2013 – 2014 school year will not exceed 60% of the assessed need.
 Payment of Spalding Scholarship Grants will be made twice a year directly to the Catholic school a student
attends. These grants will be applied to the family’s tuition obligation after the family’s obligation has been met
to date.
PROCEDURES:
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Families interested in applying for tuition assistance from the Spalding Scholarship Fund must complete a
FACTS Grant & Aid Application Form. This form may be completed online. Filing online is the fastest and
most direct method of submitting the FACTS Grant & Aid Application Form. Information about submitting
online is available at www.factstuitionaid.com. A family may also obtain a printed copy of the FACTS Grant
& Aid Application Form from the school that their child attends or will attend, and complete it according to
directions.
Families interested in applying for tuition assistance from the Spalding Scholarship Fund are also to obtain the
diocesan application form from the school or online at www.cdop.org. Click on Education, then on Office of
Catholic Schools, and then on Spalding Scholarships. The completed diocesan application form is then to be
submitted to the Office of Catholic Schools either by mail (419 NE Madison Ave., Peoria, IL 61603) or by email [email protected].
All forms must be submitted by February 15, 2013: Completed FACTS forms, the fee ($25), and any
supporting documents are to be filed with FACTS according to their directions either by mail or online, and
completed diocesan application forms are to be submitted to the Office of Catholic Schools either by mail or
online.
Families must also request of the pastor and the principal that a recommendation be submitted by each for
their child(ren) to the Office of Catholic Schools by February 15, 2013.
he application process is complete only when the diocesan application form and both recommendations have
been submitted to the Office of Catholic Schools and when a completed parent financial aid form with the
required supporting documents and the fee have been submitted to FACTS. Only completed applications
which include supporting documents submitted on or before February 15, 2013, will be considered when
Spalding tuition assistance grants are determined.
All entities in the diocese awarding tuition assistance will use the FACTS form, so a family will only have to
complete this form once.
Tuition assistance grants will be announced by April 15, 2013.
In addition to the Spalding Scholarship Grant, the Development Office at Schlarman Academy has several local
scholarships available to incoming students (listed on the following page.)
In order to be eligible for these local scholarships, Catholic students must complete the FACTS application
and the Spalding Scholarship application. Non-Catholic students must complete the FACTS application. The
deadline for both the FACTS and Spalding applications is February 15, 2013. Websites for both are listed
below.
www.factstuitionaid.com.
http://cdop.org/pages/EdSchoolsSpalding.aspx
Schlarman Academy has several scholarships opportunities available to students. Unless you clearly
feel that you will not be eligible, you should apply for financial assistance at Schlarman Academy.
Over 40% of our families receive some level of tuition assistance. The Development scholarship
application for the following opportunities will be available to registered students in March 2013.
In addition to filing the FACTS application, Catholic students are required to apply for the Spalding
Scholarship in order to be eligible for the following forms of tuition assistance and scholarships from
Schlarman Academy. DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 15, 2013 for the FACTS and Spalding
applications.
In addition to the Spalding Scholarship Grant, the Development Office at Schlarman Academy has several
local scholarships available to students. In order to be eligible for the following local scholarships, Catholic
students must complete the FACTS application and the Spalding Scholarship application. Non-Catholic
students must complete the FACTS application. The deadline for both the FACTS and Spalding
applications is February 15, 2013.
The scholarships listed below, and on the following page, are made possible through the generosity of
faithful donors, alumni, and friends of Schlarman. They are administered by the Development Office and/
or managed by the Foundation through the Schlarman Development Office. Upon completion of the
required FACTS and/or Spalding applications, students are eligible for the scholarship opportunities listed
below.
ARMAND AND MILDRED STELLA SCHOLARSHIP
Ken Stella, SHS ’61, appreciated the Catholic education he received at St. Paul’s School and Schlarman
High School. In gratitude to his parents, Armand and Mildred Stella, he established a Scholarship in their
name through the Schlarman Foundation, designated for a student entering Schlarman as a freshman. St.
Paul parishioners Mr. Armand “Dutch” Stella passed away in 2002 and Mrs. Mildred Stella passed away in
2004.
FRED AND ANNE MUELLER SCHOLARSHIP(S)
Karen (Mueller), SHS ’76, and Rick Tulli established a scholarship(s) in honor of her parents, Fred and
Anne Mueller. Grateful for her education at St. Paul’s School and Schlarman High School, Karen and her
husband Rick decided to make an education at Schlarman Academy a possibility for a student or students
who would otherwise be unable to attend Schlarman.
JOHN A. AND KAY RONCHETTO SCHOLARSHIP
John A. and Kay Ronchetto established this scholarship (full tuition) in 2007 in order to support at least one
Catholic student entering Schlarman Academy. It is the intent of Mr. and Mrs. Ronchetto that the student(s)
be in need of financial assistance, is a Catholic in good standing with their parish and shows a demonstrated
desire to attend Schlarman.
JOSEPH LAWRENCE BERNOTAS SCHOLARSHIP
The Joseph Lawrence Bernotas Memorial Scholarship was established by Robert and Linda (SHS Class of
1967) Hauser. Linda and her husband named this scholarship in honor of her father, Bernotas, because of
his strong belief in Catholic education.
This scholarship is meant to honor those families who strive every day to provide the best education for
their children, often at great financial and emotional cost to themselves. The scholarship will be awarded to
an incoming freshman Catholic student. The amount of the scholarship is to be full tuition (Catholic rate)
yearly. The scholarship will follow the student recipient throughout his or her four years at Schlarman. (not
available for the 2013-2014 school year)
THE O’ROURKE FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
John O’Rourke, SHS ’50, and Mary Jane O’Rourke Brady, SHS ’49, established a Scholarship in honor and
memory of their parents, Pete and Anne O’Rourke. The scholarship will be awarded to a student from Holy
Family Parish who will be a freshman at Schlarman Academy.
SURSUM CORDA SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is given in honor of the late Msgr. C. B. Motsett, who was a driving force for Catholic
education in Vermilion County for nearly 60 years. This award is generously donated by the Bitter Family
Foundation of Edna, TX, long-time friends of the Monsignor.
THOMAS R. KING SCHOLARSHIP
Thomas R. King, SHS ’54, greatly valued the Catholic education he received at Schlarman High School and
the University of Notre Dame. After his passing in 2002, his siblings, Jane King Germany, SHS ’51, Alice
King Jackse, SHS ’53, Dennis King, SHS ’56, and Mary King Hendrick, SHS ’63, established this
scholarship in memory of him to help a student attend Schlarman.
OUR FAITH, OUR CHILDREN, OUR FUTURE CAMPAIGN SCHOLARSHIPS
Generous donors to the recent capital campaign have designated specific funds for tuition assistance.
Funding is available for students with demonstrated financial need.
The following two scholarships do not require completion of the FACTS or Spalding
Scholarship applications.
RICHARD BEARD DAVIS SCHOLARSHIP
Richard Beard Davis, SHS ’55, was a respected, well-known Electrical Contractor in the Danville
community who held his Alma Mater in high esteem. After his death, his wife, Karen Wodetzki-Davis,
established the Richard Beard Davis Scholarship (full tuition), to be awarded to an incoming SA freshman
student, Catholic or non-Catholic.
OUR FAITH, OUR CHILDREN, OUR FUTURE CAMPAIGN SCHOLARSHIPS
Generous donors to the recent capital campaign have designated specific funds for tuition assistance.
Funding is available for academically talented students and minority students.
The Development scholarship application for the above opportunities will be available in March 2013
to registered students . If you have any questions about these scholarship opportunities please contact
Janet Picillo, Development Director, at (217) 442-1184.
Uniform websites: www.landsend.com/school
www.dennisuniform.com
Approved 6/19/12
Updated 1/7/13
General Dress Code for All Students
Rationale: Students are encouraged to take pride in their appearance. Dress code in a Catholic school setting serves 4
primary purposes:
• Reinforce Catholic Values;
• Minimize social pressures on students;
• Minimize financial pressures on our families;
• Maximize the time available for teachers to instruct students.
Our Catholic teachings try to help students understand that the real value of a person has nothing to do with the expense or
brand of clothes they wear. A person’s worth becomes less defined by what surrounds him/her and more by the qualities she/he
possesses as an individual.
CODE: The dress code will be in effect for all regular school days, examination days, and official school functions.
GENERAL PRINCIPLE: Any attire deemed inappropriate, extra-ordinary and distractive by the administration is in violation
of the Dress Code.
Dress-Up Days -All school Mass Days are considered Dress up Days.
Grades K– 6
Male students are to wear dress code approved polos and/or sweaters or sweater vests and uniform pants.
Ladies are to wear uniform skorts, jumpers or uniform pants with dress code approved polos and or sweaters or
sweater vests. Uniform skorts and jumpers must be no shorter than 3” above the knee.
Grades 7 - 12
Male students are to wear solid colored collared, button down shirts with ties and dress pants or uniform pants.
Ladies are to wear uniform skorts or uniform pants with oxford solid colored collared, button down dress shirt
and/or sweaters or sweater vests. Uniform skorts must be no shorter than 3” above the knee and slits no longer than 4”
above the knee.
Jeans Day Dress Code
 Blue jeans are allowed provided that the jeans are not torn or tattered. No bib overalls. No writing on the pants.
 Topper Wear is allowed for the shirt portion of jeans day dress code. Shirts must be long enough to be able to be tucked
into student pants. Shirts may not be sleeveless or of a tank type. All graphics on shirts must be non-offensive and
appropriate in taste.
 Tennis shoes are permitted. No flip-flops. Sandals are only allowed during the first and last quarters of the year.
Polo Shirts long or short sleeve
 Students can wear: Solid White, Black, Yellow, Royal Blue, and Solid Light Blue. Yellow and Royal Blue must be
ordered from either Lands End (Maize and Cobalt) or Dennis Uniform (Yellow and Royal Blue). White, Black and
Light Blue polos can be purchased at any store (3 or 4 button placket maximum– no snaps). Approved colored polos can
be worn with the official Schlarman Academy logo or without. All logos must measure no larger than 2 inches by 3
inches.
 All polos must be tucked in at all times. Polos should have 3” length past waist to enable the tails to remain tucked in even
during generous movement.
Sweaters/Sweatshirts
 V-neck Pullover or V-neck Vest may be worn. The V-neck sweater and Vest must be ordered through Dennis
uniform. The following colors are permitted: Mayfair, Heather or Black. (No fleece, nylon or sweat material may be
worn unless official Schlarman Academy logo wear)
 Quarter Zip Sweatshirts may be worn and must be ordered from Dennis Uniform. Color choices include Black,
Royal Blue, and Oxford Grey. (Hooded sweatshirts or hooded sweaters may not be worn except for jeans days.)
 Approved crewneck sweatshirt may be worn with the official Schlarman Academy logo.
 Fleece Jackets and Vests may be worn and must be ordered from Lands End and must have the official Academy
logo. Approved colors are Black, Classic Navy and Cobalt.
 A Microfiber Fleece lightweight jacket or Vest may be worn and must be ordered from Dennis Uniform and must
have the official Academy logo. Approved colors are Black and Royal Blue.
 A Microfiber Fleece lightweight unisex 1/4 zip pullover may be worn and must be ordered from Dennis Uniform
with the official Academy logo. The only approved color is black.
 All sweaters, Academy logo sweatshirts and fleeces must be worn with a dress code polo underneath with the collar
showing on the outside at all times. (except for jeans days)
 No coats/jackets may be worn inside the building except for official Academy logo fleece jackets that can be ordered from
Land’s End or the official Academy logo microfiber fleece jacket or vest ordered from Dennis Uniform.

Team jerseys or shirts may be worn by specific team members (football, baseball etc.) with prior permission from the
administration on designated game days.
Undershirts (optional)
 Undershirts in solid colors, must be free from any writing that shows through shirt.
 All undershirts must be tucked in.
 No long sleeved undershirts under short sleeved polos.
Slacks / Pants
 Dress, traditional cut navy blue, or khaki cotton pants with a 4 pocket maximum. Pockets may not be down side of leg, no
cargo or carpenter pants.
 All slacks must be worn with waistband above the hips. (No cargo, denim, nylon, velour or athletic pants) Tight fitting or
extra baggy slacks/pants are prohibited.
Skort (Ladies)
 Skort must be ordered from Dennis uniform in Mayfair pattern or from Dennis Uniform and Lands End in Navy
Twill with Tabs and must be no shorter than 3” above the knee. No Khaki skorts permitted.
Jumper (Ladies)
 Jumpers must be ordered from Dennis uniform in Mayfair pattern or Navy and must be no shorter than 3” above the knee.
Shorts /Capri Pants
 Solid navy blue or Khaki cotton shorts or Capri pants. Cargo style shorts are acceptable. The length of the shorts must be no
shorter than 3 inches above the knee. Shorts are only allowed during the first and fourth quarter of the school year (or at the
discretion of the principal.)
 Female students can wear solid navy blue or khaki during the first and fourth quarters of the school year. (No denim, nylon,
velour or athletic capris or shorts.)
Footwear
 All shoes must have closed backs.
 Beach Shoes/Rubber Sandals/Flip-flops are not acceptable.
 Sandals (with a back strap) may only be worn during the first and fourth quarter.
 Athletic shoes or sneakers are allowed.
 No work boots, combat type boots or western style boots allowed. No boots of any kind are allowed except for jeans days.
Boots may be worn before school, during recess and after school.
Leggings/Tights
 Leggings and tights are acceptable if worn under appropriate length skirts. No fishnet stockings are allowed.
Hair
 Must be worn in a style that does not impair vision.
 Must be neatly groomed at all times.
 No extreme haircuts. (Mohawks, spikes etc.) and no extreme hair color or colored hair extensions such as blue, orange,
green etc.
 Males’ hair length must be above the shirt collar, sideburns no longer than earlobe and clean shaven.
Belts
 All pants/shorts/skorts with belt loops must be worn with a belt.
Inappropriate for All Students
 No jackets/coats (worn inside the building) except for official Schlarman Academy logo fleece jackets.
 Wallet chains, heavy chains, frayed clothing, hats, sunglasses, or untied shoes.
 Clothing or Jewelry that suggests behavior or ideas that are contrary to Catholic Christian teachings.
 Gang symbols, Satanic symbols
 No visible piercings are allowed except in the ear for females. Tattoos may not be visible.
Gym Clothing
 Shirts-gold, cotton t-shirts with short sleeves and round neck. No cut-off or midriff tops.
 Shorts-navy or royal blue athletic shorts.
 Socks-white or black.
 Shoes-all tennis shoes must tie and be secure on the feet. No platform or slip on shoes will be allowed.
 Footwear-all heel and soul sizes should be two inches or less.
CONSEQUENCES FOR DRESS CODE VIOLATIONS
Dress Code violations will be taken care of at the beginning of the day by the students’ teacher/home room teacher. Students
who are out of uniform code will be sent to the administration. 1st offense-have their parents contacted, 2nd offense-be given a
detention and or unexcused absence from class until corrected.
3 yr. old
Preschool
Mrs. Kelsey
3 yr. old
Preschool
Activity Room
Girls Bathroom
4 yr. old
Preschool
Mrs. Clark
Kindergarten
Mrs. Lukas
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Girls Boys
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Art Room
Mr. Johnson
1st
Grade
Mrs.
Macieiski
1st Grade
Mrs.
White
Ground Floor
5th
Grade
Mrs. Rew
5th Grade
Mrs.
Cooper
Music
Ms.
Hilleary
6th Grade
Ms.
Kimmell
French
Spanish
Mrs.
Eichelkraut
4th
Grade
Mrs.
Thompson
Library
Room
2nd
Grade
Mrs.
Ruskin
6th
Grade
Mrs.
Winn
Chinese
Ms. Xu
Main
Walnut Street
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Bathroom
Boys
Bathroom
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Boys Bathroom
4 yr. old
Preschool
Mrs. Hahne
Computer Lab
Gymnasium
Girls Bathroom
Mrs. Kasallis
4 yr. old
Preschool
Mrs. Bateman
Kitchen
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Boys Bathroom
Main Office
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Stage
Gym
Boys Restroom
Weight
Room
8th Grade
MathAlgebra I & II
Stats
7th Grade
HALLWAY To
Cafeteria
(lower level)
Topper Credit Union
((lower level)
Art Department
(outside)
Girls Restroom
Religion II & IV
English I & II
MathGeometry, Pre-Calc,
Calc. & Trig.
7th Grade Religion
Director of Athletics &
Student Activities
Spanish
7th GradeIVAP
ART
Second Floor
Outer buildings
(outer building)
Stairs to Second Floor
First Floor
School Pubs.,
Computer Lit.,
Consumers & Digital
Imagining
HALLWAY To
Cafeteria
(lower level)
Topper Credit Union
((lower level)
Music department
BAND & CHORUS
Principal
Computer Lab
Main Entrance
Business
Manager
Administrative
Support
Front office
Main Offices
Foreign Language
Chinese
Copy Room
Religion 1 & 3
8th Grade Religion
American &
World History
Government
Sociology
Biology I &
IIH
Boys
Restroom
Physical Science
Chemistry
Physics
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American & World
History
English IV
Girls Restroom
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English
IIH, III, IIIH, IVAP
Mythology
French
Third Floor
Mansion
Chaplain
Vermilion Street