Admissions FAQs

1. When do the school doors open in the morning? When do they close?

2. When do classes start and end? What kind of cycle are we on?

3. What is the dress code?

On most school days students will be required to wear: dress shoes, socks, a belt, dress pants or khakis, a collared button down dress shirt (long or short sleeve) or an Oratory Prep polo shirt (only Oratory Prep polo shirts are allowed). For cold weather, sweaters or ¼ zips can be worn. Hooded sweatshirts with Oratory Prep logos or other school branding are also permitted. All students are welcome to wear a suit coat and tie during the school day; however, they are not required, except for special occasions and on the days we have Mass. For the most up to date Dress Code Policy, please refer to the Ram Life Parent Student Handbook.

4. Do we always have a formal dress code during the school year?

5. Can I have facial hair? Can I have earrings? Can I have visible tattoos?

6. How do I get to and from the Summit train station?

You have the option to either walk or take an Oratory Prep shuttle bus to or from school. The bus schedule (subject to change) is as follows: an Oratory Prep bus picks up students FROM the train station in the morning on the westbound side at approximately 7:30 and 7:45 a.m. (All times are adjusted to train schedules). The Oratory Prep bus LEAVES from the designated area in the front of the school in the afternoon to take students to the Summit train station on the westbound side at approximately 2:50 p.m.

7. Is there a student discount ticket for the train? How do I get one?

8. Am I allowed to have snacks in class?

9. Can I walk around with my backpack full of books from class to class?

10. Who do I go to if I have a problem with: a class/schedule, another student, a teacher, etc.?

Problems with a class or course schedule, contact the Admissions Office by email to [email protected] with your question and the Admissions staff will forward it to the proper counselor. For any problems with a student, a teacher, etc., see Mr. McGowan. His office is in the lobby area of Bain Hall. Problems with internet usage, can be addressed by Mr. Layton in his office located off the lobby of Bain Hall.

11. Am I allowed to call home if I forgot something? Which phone can I use for everyday use?

12. Can I have a cell phone?

13. Where do I go if I lose something?

14. Am I allowed to listen to music with headphones or ear-buds in school?

15. Are we allowed off campus during the day?

16. May I download software, music, and or videos onto my laptop that I use in school?

17. What sports do we have at Oratory Prep?

18. What extracurricular activities and/or clubs do we have after school hours?

19. What is a "swipe card"?

It is the plastic, credit card sized "key" that will allow you to enter both DeGaeta and Bain Hall from 7:30 A.M to 3:30 P.M. on school days. You will need to "swipe" it past a black box located at certain entrances. It will also act as your Oratory Prep ID card once your photo is taken and placed on the card. We are giving you the card encased in a plastic sleeve attached to a blue lanyard. All students will be required to wear it around your neck throughout the school day. Take good care of the card. You will need it for the rest of your tenure at Oratory Prep and will be expected to return it before graduation. There is a fee of $10.00 for replacement.

20. Where can I find summer assignments?

21. Is there a supply list?

22. How do I find out about upcoming events?

The content of these questions is subject to change. Please refer to the Ram Life Student-Parent Handbook and our website for the most up-to-date information.

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