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Due to our ethics, curriculum, and accessibility in La Plata, MD, our numbers are on the rise. One of our goals at Archbishop Neale School is to be transparent and provide all the information you need before enrolling your child and throughout their years here. We are proud to provide faith-based preschool, elementary school, and middle school education. We invite parents & families to learn more about us and call 301-934-9595 to have any additional questions answered.
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Relevant Forms

Covid-19 Update for 2022-2023

Parent Participation Handbook

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Summer Reading

  • 2020 Summer Reading Letter
  • 2020 Scholastic Read-A-Palooza Home Base Login Info
  • Summer Reading 2019 Rising 6th Graders
  • Summer Reading 2019 Rising 7th Graders
  • Summer Reading 2019 Rising 8th Graders

Uniform Information

Our school uniform policy exists to promote pride in appearance and an atmosphere conducive to learning. Archbishop Neale School students wear the school uniform with pride in themselves and pride in the school’s community.

 

Where to Order Uniforms

Uniform shorts, skirts/skorts, pants, and sweaters may be purchased through:

Gym shirts, gym shorts, sweatshirts, and sweatpants must be purchased through the school. You can find the order form in the Gym Uniforms tab above.

Requirements

Uniform Guidelines 2023-2024

All students are required to have a summer uniform, winter uniform, and gym uniform. Summer uniforms are worn from August through October and from a designated date in April through June. Winter uniforms are required from November until the designated date in April or may be worn all year.

Uniform Regulations Grades 1-5

Uniform regulations are to be followed at all times. Appropriate fit, length, and tidiness are required. Failure to adhere to the uniform regulations will result in a uniform violation and associated disciplinary action. In Grades 4 and 5, students will be issued uniform violation slips for the first and second offenses. A third offense will result in a detention.

 

Summer Uniforms

  • Short-sleeve green ANS monogrammed polo. Must be tucked in.
  • Tan, brown, or black belt with appropriate buckle.
  • (Boys) Uniform khaki shorts with belt. No denim or jean-style shorts.
  • (Girls) Uniform khaki skort with wrap panels ‒ no higher than two inches above the knee.
  • White crew socks or sport socks with no logos or designs.
  • All-white shoes with white shoelaces or all-black with black shoelaces. Shoes may not have colorful logos or decorations.
Gym Uniform in Summer
    • Forest green ANS monogrammed t-shirt, ANS monogrammed navy gym shorts – no higher than two inches above the knee.
    • Optional forest green ANS monogrammed crew sweatshirt, summer uniform socks, and shoes.

Winter Uniforms

  • Long or short-sleeve green ANS monogrammed polo. Must be tucked in.
  • Navy blue ANS monogrammed v-neck sweater or crewneck sweatshirt or (girls’ option) navy blue ANS monogrammed cardigan sweater.
  • Uniform khaki pants with a belt. No denim or jean-style pants.
  • (Girls) Plaid jumper (option of two styles) ‒ no higher than two inches above the knee.
  • (Boys) Green or tan crew socks that cover the ankle at all times.
  • (Girls) Green knee-high socks or green tights must be worn with the skirt.
  • Green or tan crew socks that cover the ankle at all times must be worn with slacks.
  • Leather or leather-like tan, brown, or black oxfords with laces, loafers, or docksiders. No slipper-style shoes, ballerina shoes, platform shoes, or shoes with a heel.
Gym Uniform in Winter
    • Forest green ANS monogrammed t-shirt, navy blue monogrammed sweatpants.
    • Optional forest green ANS monogrammed crew sweatshirt and summer uniform socks and shoes.

Uniform Regulations Grades 6-8

Uniform regulations are to be followed at all times. Appropriate fit, length, and tidiness are required. Failure to adhere to the uniform regulations will result in a uniform violation and associated disciplinary action. In Grades 6 through 8, students will be issued uniform violation slips for the first and second offenses. A third offense will result in a detention.

Summer Uniforms

  • Short-sleeve green ANS monogrammed polo. Must be tucked in.
  • Tan, brown, or black belt with appropriate buckle.
  • (Boys) Uniform khaki shorts with belt. No denim or jean-style shorts.
  • (Girls) Uniform khaki skort with wrap panels ‒ no higher than two inches above the knee.
  • White crew socks or sport socks with no logos or designs.
  • All-white shoes with white shoelaces or all-black with black shoelaces. Shoes may not have colorful logos or decorations
Gym Uniform in Summer
    • Forest green ANS monogrammed t-shirt, ANS monogrammed navy gym shorts (no higher than two inches above the knee), optional forest green ANS monogrammed crew sweatshirt, and summer uniform socks and shoes.

Winter Uniforms

  • Long or short-sleeve green ANS monogrammed polo. Must be tucked in.
  • Navy blue ANS monogrammed v-neck sweater or crewneck sweatshirt or (girls’ option) navy blue ANS monogrammed cardigan sweater.
  • Uniform khaki pants with a belt. No denim or jean-style pants
  • (Girls) Plaid jumper (option of two styles) ‒ no higher than 2 inches above the knee.
  • (Boys) Green or tan crew socks that cover the ankle at all times.
  • (Girls) Green knee-high socks or green tights must be worn with the skirt.
  • Green or tan crew socks that cover the ankle at all times must be worn with slacks.
  • Leather or leather-like tan, brown, or black oxfords with laces, loafers, or docksiders. No slipper-style shoes, ballerina shoes, platform shoes, or shoes with a heel.
Gym Uniform in Winter
    • Forest green ANS monogrammed t-shirt, navy blue monogrammed sweatpants, optional forest green ANS monogrammed crew sweatshirt, and summer uniform socks and shoes.

Other Regulations for Boys and Girls

  • For boys, hair must be above the collar, not below the eyebrow or covering the ears. Hair is to be short, neat, and conservatively cut.
  • For girls, no colorful extensions, threading, feathers, wraps, or other hair decorations are permitted. No fad hairstyles or dyed hair for boys or girls are permitted.
  • Only plain, white t-shirts or camisoles are permitted to be worn under any uniform shirt. No images, colored trim, or lettering are allowed. The undershirt may not extend beyond the sleeves or hem of any uniform shirt.
  • One thin gold or silver chain may be worn within the neckline of the shirt. Necklaces may not be worn on the outside of the shirt.
  • Necklaces may not be worn with the gym uniform.
  • One thin bracelet or watch may be worn. Bracelets and watches may not be worn with the gym uniform.
  • Boys may not wear earrings. Girls may wear one pair of pierced, small stud-type earrings in the ear lobes. Hoops or dangle-style earrings are never permitted. Earrings may not be worn on gym day.
  • No make-up, nail polish, or false/acrylic nails are allowed.
  • Faith t-shirts may be worn only on Fridays with the summer uniform. ANS spirit wear hoodies may be worn only on Fridays with the winter uniform.

Uniform Exchange Program

The purpose of the uniform exchange program is to recycle gently used uniforms within our school.

Here is a brief overview of how the program works:

  • All gently used uniforms are turned into the school and are picked up by the used uniform coordinator.
  • The used uniform coordinator will inspect the pieces and put them into the inventory.
  • The coordinator will fill all requests and send the pieces to the school for pickup.
  • Payment should be sent to the school. You can pay by cash or check (check made out to Archbishop Neale School). If you are doing the one-for-one exchange, then please send in the article of clothing.
  • All gently used uniforms that are in good, clean condition and meet the school’s dress code guidelines will be accepted. Clothing that contains rips, tears, stains, or is not within the school’s dress code guidelines will not be accepted.

This is a one-for-one exchange, so you must exchange the same item of clothing that you are getting from the program. You can also purchase items from the exchange.

To request a piece of clothing from the exchange, please contact the school.

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Parent Participation Program

Volunteers are essential to our school and our children’s success. Every family is required to volunteer a total of 20 hours (two-parent households) or 10 hours (single-parent households) between May 16, 2022, and May 6, 2023. Hours are awarded for service through participation in activities listed in the handbook. Families are assessed a fee for any hours not met.

Parents who wish to volunteer for service not listed in the Parent Participation Handbook must obtain permission from the Principal prior to volunteering for that service.

Sign-ups for positions/duties listed in this handbook will be made on TrackItForward.com under Event Sign-Ups > 2022-2023 Parent Participation Program.

All hours worked will be logged online through TrackItForward.com. For access to the Archbishop Neale Volunteer page on this website, please submit your request to trackitforward@archbishopnealeschool.org.

Archdiocese of Washington Child Protection Policy

The Archdiocese of Washington has completed its revision of the Child Protection Policy, which was effective on June 1, 2003. In accordance with this policy, all volunteers who have contact with children must complete the Child Protection Policy Compliance Checklist for Volunteers.

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HSA (Home School Association)

The Home School Association (HSA):

  • Serves as a liaison between home and school
  • Assists the School Board in promoting the school
  • Supports all fundraising activities of the school

Contact the HSA president at hsa@archbishopnealeschool.org for more information.

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Hours

General Hours
Monday ‒ Friday
7:00 AM to 3:00 PM

School Hours
Monday ‒ Friday
7:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Aftercare
Monday ‒ Friday
2:00 PM to 5:59 PM