Dress code
Are there uniforms?

All students in grades Transition Kindergarten through Eighth grade wear school uniforms. Pre-School students wear play clothes.

> Transition Kindergarten through Fourth grade:
     - Girls wear plaid jumpers, white blouses, and burgundy knee socks.
     - Boys wear navy pants, white shirts, executive striped ties, and navy or         burgundy socks and a burgundy sleeveless sweater vest. From         November 1st to March 31st, the boys may wear long sleeve navy         V-neck pullover sweaters in place of the sweater vest.
     - Both blouses and shirts may be long or short sleeve depending upon the         comfort and need of the student.

> Grades Five through Eight:
     - Girls wear gray pleated skirts, white blouses, and burgundy sweater vests         and burgundy knee-highs.
     - Boys wear gray pants, white shirts, executive striped ties, and         burgundy sweater vests and navy or gray socks.
     - Both blouses and shirts may be long or short sleeve depending upon the         comfort and need of the student. From November 1st to March 31st, the         students may wear long sleeve navy V-neck pullover sweaters in place of         the sweater vest.

> Leotards of the uniform color are permitted for all girls. During the cold weather, we encourage the girls to wear slacks or sweat pants to school and for their outdoor recess. This attire is to be removed for classes during the day.

> Shoes for all students should be leather, imitation leather or suede dress shoes in either black, brown or colors that coordinate with the uniform. Shoes may be tie, Velcro closure or slip-ons. Sneakers, moccasins and work boots are not permitted as everyday wear.

> Gym uniforms consist of navy school emblem gym shorts worn with a white school emblem T-shirt. During the winter months, the students wear navy blue school emblem sweat suits. Sneakers and white tube socks of your choice complete the gym uniform. On Gym Days, the official Gym uniform is worn all day in place of the regular school uniform.

> Both girls and boys from September 1st to October 31st, and from April 1st to the end of the school year may wear white school emblem golf shirts. Along with the school emblem golf shirt, the girls may also wear the summer skirt and the boys may wear the summer shorts.

For your convenience, all uniforms are ordered from Flynn & O’Hara Uniform Company in Emerson: 201-634-0111.

CANV welcomes all children.

Our Extended Care program is open to serve you. The children enjoy a healthy snack and beverage, outside play on good weather days, a homework period and a game period after their homework is completed.

> You will be billed monthly for your child’s use of the program. Payment is always due by the 10th of the following month. Our rate of $5.00 per child per hour or any portion of an hour and a group rate of $12.00 for 3 children in a family ($4.00 per hour or any portion of an hour, per child) continues to be a reasonable charge for the services received.

> If you wish to avail yourself of these services, please call the school secretary or send a note with your child on the day or days that you need to use the service. Our program is needs based, so you do not have to make any long-term commitments.

> Thank you and God bless you for your trust and confidence in us. We will do our very best to make the Extended Care program one that will provide you with peace of mind as it provides a safe and productive environment for your child.

> There is no Extended Care program on early dismissal days before major holidays, that is: Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter. On all other early dismissal days, there is Extended Care as usual until 6:00 PM. If your child is not picked-up by 6:00 PM, the additional time is calculated at $10.00 an hour or any portion of an hour, which must be paid when you pick-up your child. Please be prompt.

Extended care schedule and regulations:

1. Gathering: All Extended Care students assemble in the designated room with the teacher/care giver. They will store their backpacks and belongings and then proceed to take a seat at one of the tables.

2. Snack time: The students will receive their snack and beverage and after a short prayer will enjoy their refreshment.

3. Play time: Weather permitting, the students will go outside for some exercise and play time. In the event of bad weather, play time will begin after all homework is completed.

4. Homework: Following snack and/or play time, the students will begin their homework assignments. All students must come to Extended Care with the necessary materials to complete their assignments. The teacher will assist the students in understanding and completing their homework.

5. Activity: After all homework is completed, the children play board games, puzzles, or read books. Only Pre-K children are permitted to play with the toys.

6. T.V. Time: Only the educational channel and selected videos will be permitted for viewing. The teacher is responsible for the selection of the video and the operation of the T.V. The T.V. will not be turned on before 5:15 PM.

7. Leaving time: Before a child leaves, his or her work and play area must be clean and in order. Parents or designated adults will pick-up their charges by reporting to the Extended Care room.

Yes, CANV believes extracurricular activities and sports are an integral component of educating children in mind, body and spirit. For more details, click here.

Yes, CANV offers a lunch program from a chef trained at a culinary institute. The food is fresh and homemade, and is available four days per week. Illustrative selections include:

- Roast chicken and mashed potatoes - Macaroni and cheese - White meat chicken nuggets - Desserts and fresh fruit

CANV offers a comprehensive religious instruction program, consistent with the academy’s Catholic roots. All children experience religious instruction each day, and there are many opportunities for the children to practice their faith.

Yes, CANV teachers are certified instructors in the subjects in which they teach. This distinction provides a level of excellence befitting the academy. For more details, click here.

CANV tuition is designed to provide an excellent value to families. Please contact our office for complete information. For contact information, click here.