Policies and Protocols

“It is not sufficient that Jesus Christ be formed in us —
He must be recognized in our conduct.”

– Foundress Catherine McAuley

Lead Through Integrity

Our rules, regulations and policies are intended to create a safe environment, to help establish order in the school, to foster mutual respect, and to guide students in their development of a sense of responsibility and accountability. Read more about our policies and rules of conduct in the MMA Student Handbook.

As a school community, we have made the decision to provide the SafeStudents Online program to our families. Parents are able to monitor their children’s social media activity for inappropriate or potentially dangerous posts and will receive alerts to help them take action when necessary.

SafeStudents Online balances protection with privacy to encourage collaboration and communication between parents and children. The cloud-based solution helps parents keep their children safe from online threats such as cyber-bullying, online predators, and damaged reputations. Parents never need to ask for their children’s passwords, and the online activity is monitored privately by parents, with the school having no access to the content.

Click here to view an overview.

Click here to view our quick-start guide and to get activated.

We are happy to announce the launch of the “Safe2Say Something” (S2SS) anonymous reporting system. This program, which is mandated under PA state law (Act 44), instructs students, teachers, and administrators how to recognize warning signs and signals, especially within social media, of individuals who may be a threat to themselves or others – and to then Say Something to a trusted adult or to use an anonymous S2SS reporting system.

To learn more, click here for the S2SS website.

Please click here for a full brochure outlining the S2SS program.

Click the links below for more Student Life information:

Student Absence Procedures
Late Arrival and Early Dismissal Procedures
Parking and Driving
School and Gym Uniforms
Bell Schedules
Dining Hall Guidelines
Miscellaneous Rules and Regulations

Transportation information:

Visit Transportation page for full details on all transportation options to and from MMA.

Mr. Seth Thayer Pidot
Assistant Head of School for Student Affairs
610-664-6655 ext. 118
spidot@merion-mercy.com
www.MrPidot.com

Ms. Bernadette Fahy
Attendance/Assistant to Assistant Head of School for Student Affairs
bfahy@merion-mercy.com
610-664-6655 ext. 119