SAFETY & SECURITY PROGRAMS & POLICIES
The safety and security of our students is a primary objective because students who feel safe and secure will recognize a loving God and learn more effectively.
Safety is defined in terms of protecting children from physical and emotional harm. Security is defined in terms of developing a relationship with God, promoting a healthy trust of others, and fostering a positive sense of ego. The creation of the Office of Child Protection is one example of the priority that the Bishop of Metuchen places on children’s safety. There are many educational programs that further support this objective.
CHILD ASSAULT PROGRAM (CAP)
The “Child Assault Program,” is a state-supported program for prevention of child abuse. CAP training is provided for all personnel in Catholic schools, as well as parents and children, to teach effective communication skills to avert the physical and/or sexual abuse of children.
VIRTUS - PROTECTING GOD'S CHILDREN
Policy 2046
All personnel in the schools shall be trained in the Virtus Program, “Protecting God’s Children,” designed to prevent and deal with child abuse in the Diocese of Metuchen
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS
Policy 4072
All persons who work with Catholic school children for more than one day annually are required to have a criminal background check. Verification of the background check must be kept on file in the school office.
This regulation applies to administrators, teachers, substitute teachers, teacher aides, school nurses, custodians, maintenance workers, bus drivers, security guards, secretaries, clerical workers, volunteers, and any other person who has contact with students for more than one day per year.
HYGIENIC ENVIRONMENT
Catholic schools in the Diocese of Metuchen comply with OSHA regulations, as well as policies the New Jersey Department of Education regarding the maintenance of a hygienic environment.
These regulations pertain to:
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