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Saint Helen Catholic School
3340 W. Oakland Park Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
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Telephone: 1-954-739-7094
Fax: 954-739-0797
Ethics of Education
Standards of Ethical Conduct
Saint Helen Catholic School
(Adapted from the Code of Ethics of the Education Profession in Florida and Principles of Professional Conduct for the Education Profession in Florida)
1. Our school values the worth and dignity of every person, the pursuit of truth, devotion to excellence, acquisition of knowledge, and the nurture of democratic citizenship. Essential to the achievement of these standards are the freedom to learn and to teach and the guarantee of equal opportunity for all.
2. Our primary concern is the student and the development of the student's potential. Employees will therefore strive for professional growth and will seek to exercise the best professional judgment and integrity.
3. Concern for the student requires that our instructional personnel:
a. Shall make reasonable effort to protect the student from conditions harmful to learning and/or to the student's mental and/or physical health and/or safety.
b. Shall not unreasonably restrain a student from independent action in pursuit of learning.
a. Shall not unreasonably deny a student access to diverse points of view.
b. Shall not intentionally suppress or distort subject matter relevant to a student's academic program.
c. Shall not intentionally expose a student to unnecessary embarrassment or disparagement.
d. Shall not intentionally violate or deny a student's legal rights.
e. Shall not harass or discriminate against any student on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, handicapping condition, sexual orientation, or social and family background and shall make reasonable effort to assume that each student is protected from harassment or discrimination.
f. Shall not exploit a relationship with a student for personal gain or advantage. g. Shall keep in confidence personally identifiable information obtained in the course of professional service, unless disclosure serves professional purposes or is required by law.
4. Aware of the importance of maintaining the respect and confidence of colleagues, students, parents, and of the community, employees of our school must display the highest degree of ethical conduct. This commitment requires that our employees:
a. Shall maintain honesty in all professional dealings.
b. Shall not on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, handicapping condition if otherwise qualified, or social and family background deny to a colleague professional benefits or advantages or participation in any professional organization.
c. Shall not interfere with a colleague's exercise of political or civil rights and responsibilities.
d. Shall not engage in harassment or discriminatory conduct which unreasonably interferes with an individual's performance of professional or work responsibilities or with the orderly processes of education or which creates a hostile, intimidating, abusive, offensive, or oppressive environment; and, further, shall make reasonable effort to assure that each individual is protected from such harassment or discrimination.
e. Shall not make malicious or intentionally false statements about a colleague.
Training Requirement.
All instructional personnel, educational support employees, and administrators are required as a condition of employment to complete training on these standards of ethical conduct.
Reporting Misconduct by Instructional Personnel and Administrators.
All employees, educational support employees, and administrators have an obligation to report misconduct by instructional personnel and school administrators, which affects the health, safety, or welfare of a student. Examples of misconduct include obscene language, drug and alcohol use, disparaging comments, prejudice or bigotry, sexual innuendo, cheating or testing violations, physical aggression, and accepting or offering favors.
Reports of misconduct of employees should be made to the Principal, Mr. Arlee Miguel M. Pabustan, MS Ed. Lead. (954)739-7094 or
Reports of misconduct committed by administrators should be made to the
Superintendent of Schools, Mr. Jim Rigg, Ph.D, (305)762-1018 or
Legally sufficient allegations of misconduct by Florida certified educators will be reported to the Office of Professional Practices Services. Policies and procedures for reporting misconduct by instructional personnel or school administrators which affect the health, safety, or welfare of a student are posted on bulletin board, front office, break room, and on the school website www.sainthelen.net
Reporting Child Abuse, Abandonment or Neglect.
All employees and agents have an affirmative duty to report all actual or suspected cases of child abuse, abandonment, or neglect. Call 1-800-96-ABUSE or report online at: http://www.dcf.state.fl.us/abuse/report/.
Signs of Physical Abuse. The child may have unexplained bruises, welts, cuts, or other injuries; broken bones; or burns. A child experiencing physical abuse may seem withdrawn or depressed, seem afraid to go home or may run away, shy away from physical contact, be aggressive, or wear inappropriate clothing to hide injuries.
Signs of Sexual Abuse. The child may have torn, stained or bloody underwear, trouble walking or sitting, pain or itching in genital area, or a sexually transmitted disease. A child experiencing sexual abuse may have unusual knowledge of sex or act seductively, fear a particular person, seem withdrawn or depressed, gain or lose weight suddenly, shy away from physical contact, or run away from home.
Signs of Neglect. The child may have unattended medical needs, little or no supervision at home, poor hygiene, or appear underweight. A child experiencing neglect may be frequently tired or hungry, steal food, or appear overly needy for adult attention.
Patterns of Abuse. Serious abuse usually involves a combination of factors. While a single sign may not be significant, a pattern of physical or behavioral signs is a serious indicator and should be reported.
Liability Protections.
Any person, official, or institution participating in good faith in any act authorized or required by law or reporting in good faith any instance of child abuse, abandonment, or neglect to the department or any law enforcement agency, shall be immune from any civil or criminal liability which might otherwise result by reason of such action. (F.S. 39.203)
An employer who discloses information about a former or current employee to a prospective employer of the former or current employee upon request of the prospective employer or of the former or current employee is immune from civil liability for such disclosure or its consequences unless it is shown by clear and convincing evidence that the information disclosed by the former or current employer was knowingly false or violated any civil right of the former or current employee protected under F.S. Chapter 760. (F.S. 768.095)
Principal's Message
SAINT HELEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Saint Helen Catholic School’s mission is to provide a safe, Christ centered learning environment which embraces and promotes quality education, Gospel values, and Catholic teachings and tradition.
The school establishes a strong foundation for lifelong learning within a culturally diverse community while handing on the faith.
Dear Families, Parishioners, and Friends,
As we continue our journey this school year, I am thrilled to share some remarkable updates that will enhance our students' educational experience and strengthen our commitment to academic excellence and faith formation.
This year, we have updated some textbooks especially in Math, Science, and Religion for students from Kindergarten to 8th grade, ensuring that our curriculum remains relevant and engaging. Each classroom is now equipped with state-of-the-art 86-inch interactive Cleartouch TV panels, fostering dynamic learning environments that encourage collaboration and creativity. Additionally, we have acquired cutting-edge STEM equipment from RobotLab and Lego, providing hands-on opportunities for our students to explore, invent, and problem-solve as we begin to develop the school’s STEM program.
In our commitment to a healthy learning environment, all classrooms and learning areas are fitted with commercial-grade air purifiers, ensuring that our students and staff can focus on what matters most—learning and growing together. Our faculty has also benefited from up-to-date training and professional development, allowing them to provide the highest quality education.
I am pleased to announce that our school enrollment has increased by 10%, growing from 247 to 271 students. This growth is a testament to the strong foundation we have built together and the thriving community we are creating. Our continued collaboration with the local Catholic high school ensures a smooth transition for our students as they progress in their academic journeys.
As we move forward, we aim to grow even stronger in our mission to hand on the faith and continuously improve our academic offerings. We recognize the invaluable role parents play as stakeholders in our community, and we look forward to fostering even stronger collaboration with them in the months ahead.
We are truly grateful for the incredible support that our parishioners have shown to our school. Your commitment to the success of our school reflects the strength of our shared faith and community.
Thank you for your unwavering support and commitment to our school. Together, we will inspire our students to reach their full potential, both academically and spiritually.
Sincerely,
Mr. Arlee Miguel M. Pabustan, MS Ed.Lead.
Principal
Our Philosophy
St. Helen School strives to educate the whole person in an atmosphere of academic excellence, respect for the individual child, Christian values, and in combination with the family, parish, and community. Catholic education promotes the Christian message of peace, hope, love and justice. St. Helen School demonstrates this through prayer, the celebration of the Eucharist, and the celebration of the sacraments. Being a Catholic community, the school encourages service to others while fostering respect and active involvement in caring for God’s creation.
Subcategories
School Schedule
Free Breakfast and Lunch Program:
School Hour (PreK – K):
7:45 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.
School Hours (1st – 8th grade):
8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Extended Day (After School Care):
3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
News
Youth Group Service Activity
Youth Group Service Activity at Dare To Care In November.
On the service day, 18 children participated along with 3 parent volunteers. We began at 7:00 a.m. and finished at 9:00 a.m. During this time, the youth helped with packing food bags and handing them to the families arriving by car.
The children represented Saint Helen beautifully. They were polite, engaged, hardworking, and showed a wonderful spirit of service throughout the morning.
Friday of the Fifth Week of Easter
Reading I: Acts 15:22-31
The Apostles and presbyters, in agreement with the whole Church,
decided to choose representatives
and to send them to Antioch with Paul and Barnabas.
The ones chosen were Judas, who was called Barsabbas,
and Silas, leaders among the brothers.
This is the letter delivered by them:
“The Apostles and the presbyters, your brothers,
to the brothers in Antioch, Syria, and Cilicia
of Gentile origin: greetings.
Since we have heard that some of our number
who went out without any mandate from us
have upset you with their teachings
and disturbed your peace of mind,
we have with one accord decided to choose representatives
and to send them to you along with our beloved Barnabas and Paul,
who have dedicated their lives to the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
So we are sending Judas and Silas
who will also convey this same message by word of mouth:
‘It is the decision of the Holy Spirit and of us
not to place on you any burden beyond these necessities,
namely, to abstain from meat sacrificed to idols,
from blood, from meats of strangled animals,
and from unlawful marriage.
If you keep free of these,
you will be doing what is right. Farewell.’“
And so they were sent on their journey.
Upon their arrival in Antioch
they called the assembly together and delivered the letter.
When the people read it, they were delighted with the exhortation.
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Saint Helen Catholic School
3340 W. Oakland Park Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
Email: Secretary@Sainthelen.net
Phone: (954) 739-7094
Fax: (954) 739-0797
