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New Students & Families (2023-2024)

Welcome to Morris Catholic! We are so excited to welcome you to the MC family and want to make this transition to our community as easy as possible for you and your student! Below are important notes and information from our New Parent Orientation. Check back for the video recording of the session by July 1. On this page are also direct links to all of the necessary forms and sections of the website that will be helpful for you as your student prepares to join Morris Catholic! 
Communications
Below is an introduction to the different forms of communication for enrolled families. These forms of communication include: 
  • Sunday "Week Ahead" emails to current families
  • Thursday "E-Blasts" to current families, past families, alumni, and other constituents
  • Social media updates
  • Website updates
  • Emergency Communications
 
To ensure your email address is included on our distribution list, please visit the button below: 
Physical Examination & Health Forms 
Students registering for activities must have a current physical examination form submitted for the Athletic Trainer’s & Nurse's review before the student is authorized to participate in practice or tryouts. Physicals last a year from the date that the exam was done. Please visit the button below to be redirected to the section of the website where you can access all health and athletic forms: 
Uniforms & Spirit Wear
 
All uniform items are to be purchased at Flynn & O'Hara, except for the school polo and the 1/4 zip pullover. which can be purchased at our school store.
Our campus store also sells spirit wear, which can be used for gym class, spirit days, and more.
 
Visit the buttons below to understand our daily uniform guidelines, shop online at our campus store, and learn more about Flynn & O'Hara. 
 
Morris Catholic Servant Leadership Program 
 
Students at Morris Catholic need to complete 15 hours of community service per grade level. For more information on this program, see the document below. 
 
 
 
TECHNOLOGY 
 
iPads are purchased through Morris Catholic through the technology fee. This fee will be billed in early July and will cover the iPad, the keyboard/case, AppleCare, and our school management of the device. Students and parents will also be required to complete and sign an iPad Student-Parent Agreement Google Form. This must be completed before student orientations. iPads will be distributed at orientation and students will have a brief tutorial on how to set up the device for school use.
 
End of Year Records Release Form 
 
Please be sure to complete the "End of Year Records Release Form" and turn that into your student's previous school. Most schools send us academic and health forms, but turning this form into your student's school will ensure that we receive all updated records in a timely fashion. 
Summer Assignments 
 
Summer provides a time that is less structured than the school year. It offers all of us an opportunity to pursue learning at a more leisurely pace. All students are asked to read works of literature chosen by the English department. 
 
Various departments have also chosen enriching reads, views, or works for students enrolled in specific courses. For more information, click  HERE!
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