Business Office
Administrative Assistant to the Principal: Ms. Cindy McDonald
Secretary, Working Papers, Transportation: Ms. Colleen Mullane
Secretary, Bursar: Ms. Ingrid Salas
Attendance
The only valid reasons for an absence are sickness or a serious emergency. A parent has the legal responsibility to call the school before 9:00 a.m. (extension 13 or 14) on each day that a student is absent or tardy. When the student returns to school, he must submit a note signed by his parent explaining the reason for the absence and/or the nature of the illness. This note should be brought to the Business Office prior to the beginning of the student's first period on the day of his return. As the school is required to keep each note on file, a student who returns without such a note will be assigned to disciplinary detention. Students are responsible for making up all work missed during the absence and are encouraged to get their assignment from another student. In planning family trips, the dates for Christmas and Easter vacation must be observed. In cases where a student's absence is deemed by the Administration to be unreasonable, a physician's note may be required to allow the student to make up missed work. In addition, in order to receive credit, the Principal may require a student in excess of ten absences to make up all lost instruction time. A student must be present for the entire school day in order to participate in any school-sponsored activity that day or evening. Students may be dismissed early from school due to teacher absence (sixth and seventh period).
Early Dismissal
In the event that is absolutely necessary for a student to leave school prior to dismissal, a note from a parent or guardian must be brought to the Principal's Office by 7:45 a.m. The note must include the date of request, the dismissal time, and the reason for leaving early. If approved by the Principal, the student then brings the approved letter to the Business Office for an early dismissal form. The student will leave class at the designated time and must "sign out" in the Business Office and then "sign in" if his return will be before the end of the school day. Non-emergency medical and dental appointments must be scheduled for after school hours. If an unexpected or unplanned need for a student to leave school early should arise, a parent or guardian must initiate the request. No student will be dismissed without such a request.
When a student's seventh period teacher is absent, class is usually cancelled and the students are allowed to leave for the day. Additionally, on the rare occasions, a sixth period teacher is absent as well the students are allowed to leave for the day after the fifth period.
Transportation
Eligibility requirements for Metro Cards are as follows:
- If your child is in grades 7 through 12 and resides between 1 and 1.5 miles from school, he is probably eligible for a half-fare card on public transportation.
- If your child is in grades 7 through 12 and resides more than 1.5 miles from school, he is probably eligible for free a fare card on public transportation.
- If you are NOT a New York City Resident, you are NOT eligible for Metro Card.
- If you are a Westchester County resident, you are NOT entitled to a Metro Card. You can receive a discounted monthly ticket for for traveling to and from school on Metro North. Applications are required and are available from ticket agents.
All transportation decisions are made by the New York City Department of Education, Office of Pupil Transportation and are based on the guidelines above.
If your card is lost, it will be replaced one week from the day you report it lost (Please note: each time you loose your card a week will be added onto the one week waiting time). If you card is stolen, bring a copy of your police report and it will be replaced the same day. If your card is damaged, bring the card to the office and it will be replaced the same day.
For questions regarding Metro Cards, please contact Mrs. Mullane at 718-824-5050x14 or cmullane@straymondhighschool.org.
Working Papers
Applications for Working Papers can be picked up in the Business Office. Working Papers are processed in one day - Applications must be dropped off in the morning and will be returned in the afternoon. Part I must be completely filled out with your parent's signature. You must provide the following original documents: Social Security Card, Birth Certificate (in lieu of original Birth Certificate the following documents are acceptable: American Passport, original Alien Resident Card, Foreign Passport with Employment Stamp), and Original Letter from your doctor which must state that you "are in good health and able to work".
Working Papers for non-St. Raymond students are filed during the months of July and August. A fee of $3.00 is charged for this service. Non-St. Raymond Student applying for their working papers must follow the same procedures as outlined above. In addition, you must have Part V filled out by your school principal or guidance counselor. Please call to schedule an appointment.
Information on ordering a replacement Social Security Card.
Information on ordering a replacement New York State Birth Certificate.
For questions regarding Working Papers, please contact Mrs. Mullane at 718-824-5050x14 or cmullane@straymondhighschool.org.