The Student & Family Handbook provides important information about our school’s policies, procedures, expectations, and resources. It is designed to help students and families understand what to expect throughout the school year and to support a safe, respectful, inclusive, and positive learning environment for everyone.

We encourage all students and families to review the handbook carefully and refer to it throughout the year for guidance on school expectations, academic and student life, attendance, behavior, communication, safety, and other important school information.

Please review the handbook below for complete details.

Student & Family Handbook

We understand that choosing a private school is an important investment in your child’s education and future. To ensure clarity and transparency, we provide families with a Financial Agreement.

Please review the agreement carefully before completing the enrollment process. This agreement is intended to help families clearly understand the financial commitments associated with attending our school. Please review the agreement below for complete details.

Financial Agreement

To help maintain a healthy and safe learning environment for all students, we require families to provide current immunization records as part of the enrollment process.

Please submit your child’s immunization record for review and ensure that all required information is accurate and up to date. If your child has a medical or other applicable exemption, please provide the appropriate documentation along with the enrollment materials. Please review the document below for complete details.

Immunization Record

Students in grades 3rd through 8th are expected to complete their written work using pen to promote neatness, accountability, and strong writing habits. The use of pencil is permitted only in subjects where it is more appropriate, specifically Mathematics and Art. Students should come prepared each day with the required writing materials in accordance with this policy.

Writing Standards Policy

Behavioral Accountability & Detention Policy

To maintain a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment, students are expected to demonstrate self-control and kindness toward their peers and staff at all times. Any form of aggressive behavior will not be tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Physical hitting or striking

• Kicking

• Pushing or shoving

• Attempting to harm another student or staff member

• Any other form of physical aggression

Students who engage in aggressive physical behavior will receive a minimum of one (1) hour of detention. Our goal is not only discipline, but to help students learn respect, self-control, and responsibility within our school community.

Exam Attendance Policy

Students are expected to be present on all scheduled exam days. Exams must be completed on the assigned date. If a student has a planned absence for a valid reason, arrangements must be made in advance to take the exam on or before the scheduled date. Make-up exams will only be permitted in the case of a verified emergency. Absences on exam days without prior approval or a valid emergency will result in a grade of zero for that exam.

School Policies

Arrival & Departure

• KG–8 Arrival: 8:30 AM (15-minute grace period)

• Late arrivals are not accepted after gates close.

• Dismissal:
  Mon–Thu: by 2:30 PM
  Friday: by 12:15 PM

• Late Pick-Up Fees:
  10 mins late = $20 fee
  30+ mins late = $60 fee

Progress & Behavior

• K–5 receive progress reports with teacher notes

• 6–8 receive report cards (B– or higher for promotion)

• Uncompleted work or misconduct = consequences

• Academic redemption plan includes reflection, tutoring, and goal-setting

Electronics Policy

• No personal use of electronics at school

• 1st offense: device taken and returned to student

• 2nd offense: parent must pick up device

• Recording without consent is illegal and may result in suspension or expulsion

Items from Home

• No toys or personal items allowed

• Backpacks should contain school materials only

• Confiscated items must be picked up by a parent

Attendance & Absences

• Tardiness results in point loss

• Absences must be excused by email

• 5+ unexcused absences = mandatory parent meeting

• Skipping class = referral, office involvement, parent meeting required

Severe Clause Policy

Visual or auditory recording without consent is illegal in classrooms or at school and may result in expulsion

Immediate consequences for:

• Physical/verbal violence

• Theft, vandalism, or drug use

• Sexual harassment or bullying

• Leaving campus without permission

Are suspension or expulsion for any grade level as it is not tolerated.

Dress Code

• Modest, clean, distraction-free clothing

• Approved colors: white, beige, navy, black

• No holes, oversized items, sharp accessories, or offensive designs

• Light nail polish allowed (no fake nails/eyelashes)

• Violations require change of clothes or parent pick-up

Reporting Misconduct & Abuse

• Staff are mandated reporters

• All staff are background-checked and CPR certified

• Volunteers 18+ must also pass a background check and have a meeting with Director

• Any misbehavior/reports must be emailed with detail to: info@mlcschool.net

Homework Policy

Homework Philosophy

Homework at MLC reinforces classroom learning and builds independence, responsibility, and academic excellence. It should never be busywork — it is designed to support self-growth, study habits, and communication between school and home

Student Responsibilities

• Understand assignments before leaving school

• Submit all homework on time

• Record tasks in agenda (upper grades)

• Complete makeup work after absences

Teacher Responsibilities

• Assign meaningful, age-appropriate homework

• Ensure clarity and provide guidance

• Grade and return homework promptly

• Communicate with parents about missing or incomplete work

Parent Responsibilities

• Create a quiet, focused study environment

• Support without doing the work

• Encourage consistency and time management

• Communicate with teachers during absences or challenges

Admin Responsibilities

• Ensure homework policy is followed

• Support student accountability and staff consistency

• Help maintain high academic standards

Plagiarism Policy

Confirmed plagiarism may result in suspension or expulsion.

Address

7605 Sierra Ave, Fontana, CA 92336

Contacts

(909) 900-4390
info@mlcschool.net