Student handbook
Pro 1:7 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: ...”
ACCREDITATION AND CERTIFICATION:
Camden Christian School (CCS) is not accredited by any state-accrediting agency nor will it seek to be accredited by any such agency. This decision is based on the states inability to accord the scriptures or Jesus Christ their proper place in the education curriculum. We require our teachers to have a complete knowledge of their subject area, an ability to teach, and a love for children. However, we do not require our teachers to be certified by any state agency or organization. In addition we require our teachers to be born-again members of Bible Baptist Church, to live a consistent Christian life as set forth in the scriptures, and to meet the requirements of the teacher’s contract of Camden Christian School.
NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY:
Camden Christian School admits students of any race, color, nationality, or ethnic origin and accords them all rights, privileges, programs and activities of the school. The school does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, nationality, or ethnic origin in administration of its admission, educational, honor, and scholarship policies.
OBJECTIVES OF CAMDEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL:
Establish Christian Truth as a Guide for Life
• Through an understanding that God is the Creator.
Gen. 1:1 John 1:1-3 Col. 1:16
• Through an acceptance that the Bible is the inspired, inerrant Word of God.
II Tim. 3:16-17 II Peter 1:20-21
• Through the knowledge that all men are sinners and can have salvation only through faith in Jesus Christ.
Romans 3:23 Romans 6:23 Acts 4:12
• Through the development of a consistent Christian life.
Ephesians 4 and 5
• Through a desire to invest ones life in Christian service.
Romans 12:1-2
Maintain High Academic Standards
• Through the mastery of the skills of communication: Reading, writing, and speaking.
II Tim. 2:15
• Through the desire to work and acquire knowledge by personal effort.
Proverbs 6:6-11 Col 3:17,23
• Through the ability to discern truth from error.
Proverbs 19:27 Col. 2:6-8 Heb. 5:14
Instill Pure Morals in the Heart of the Student
• Through development of an appreciation for spiritual and cultural values.
I John 3:1-3, 7-8
• Through the ability to choose right over wrong and to hold convictions under pressure.
Romans 5:1-23
Live a Disciplined Life
• Through submission to God’s authority.
Gen. 17:1 Acts 5 Romans 12:2
• Through self-restraint and consideration of others.
Gal. 6:4 Romans 15:1-3
• Through submission to legitimate authority.
I Peter 2:13-17
Practice a spirit of Patriotism
• Through recognizing government as ordained by God.
Romans 13:1
• Through becoming a loyal and involved citizen.
Romans 13:2, 4-5
ADMISSION POLICIES AND PROCEDURES:
Camden Christian School will only consider students who meet the following requirements:
• Lives in the home of a parent or legal guardian.
• Has not reached the age of 19 by July 1 of current year.
• Has not been expelled or dismissed from previous school.
• Has not been convicted of a crime, has not served time in a correctional facility, nor has been on court probation.
• Has a good conduct report from previous school.
• Has and maintains a proper respect for Christ, the Scriptures, and the Church.
• Has not failed the same grade twice.
• Has not married nor has had children.
All students enter the school on a four-week probation before acceptance and grade placement is final.
Any student who violates the above admission requirements, with the exception of the age requirement, will be dismissed from the school immediately.
***ADMISSION FORMS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE OFFICE***
PARENT RESPONSIBILITIES:
Concerning Academics:
It is understood that parents have a responsibility to stay aware of their child’s progress at school. This can be accomplished by:
• Supervising current work and assignments.
• Insuring access to library or other resources.
• Assisting where needed for study.
• Inspecting completed and / or graded assignments
• Insisting homework be completed on time.
• Contacting the teacher to inquire about progress.
If requested by the parent, the teachers will arrange a time to discuss a student’s progress. Please understand, it is not always possible to discuss a matter at a moment’s notice. This is especially true just before and just after the school day.
Concerning Attitude and Behavior:
Cooperation of the parent is essential for the student to maintain a positive attitude and an exemplary behavior. Parental cooperation is expressed by practicing the following.
• Be faithful in prayer for the school.
• Recognize it is a privilege to attend the school.
• Enforce the school’s dress and appearance code.
• Support the school’s policies and standards.
• Participate in school activities and programs.
• Respect the teacher’s academic and discipline decisions.
If a situation develops where differences between the parent and school cannot be resolved, and the parent can no longer uphold or support the school and its policies, it may become necessary for the parent to remove their child from the school.
Concerning Finances:
Like any institution, the Christian school, must have funds on which to operate. Because tuition is the primary source of income, and to insure the availability of funds to meet our expenses it is needful to enforce the following:
• All registrations fees are non refundable.
• First month’s tuition and book fees are due and payable prior to first day of school.
• All subsequent tuition payments are due on the first day of the month and delinquent on the 10th .
• Delinquent payments incur a late fee of $5.00
• Accounts that are two months delinquent are referred to the school board for evaluation.
• Accounts referred to the school board may result in withholding of transcript, promotion, or graduation, and/or dismissal of student.
• Pickup of students (after 3:30) results in child going into extended care for a fee of $5.00 and after 5:30 p.m. $5.00 for every 10 minutes.
There are more areas of Parental responsibilities listed throughout this handbook. Please take the time to read those as well.
CURRICULUM:
A Beka, Bob Jones University, and Basic Education (ACE) book publishers are the primary sources of material used in the school. The school provides a full course of study in, English Grammar, Mathematics, Science, History, and Bible. The King James Version of the Bible is used for chapel and all Bible classes. Additionally, the school offers training in select high school electives. The school has a physical education program for all students in kindergarten through grade twelve.
BOOKS AND SCHOOL SUPPLIES:
The school provides necessary textbooks and workbooks for a purchase or rental fee, depending on the class. The student is expected to maintain all books in usable order throughout the year. At the end of the year, students are required to return rented materials in good condition, and to pay for any unnecessary damage or loss. The student must furnish pencils, pens, paper, and all other personal supplies. A school supply list is included in the admission forms.
INSURANCE:
The school is pleased to provide accident insurance for their students. Coverage is for “Excess Medical Expense” beyond all other compensations paid to the insured. Details of the coverage are available at the office. The insurance cost is included in the registration fee. Insurance is in effect during school and school sponsored activities, as well as travel to and from both of these.
DAILY SCHEDULE:
The school day begins at 8:30 in the gymnasium with an assembly and ends at 3:15 P.M. Students not present in the gymnasium at 8:30 A.M. are tardy. A school staff member is present to receive students at 7:30 A.M. Before school care is available for a fee (Please see the office). Students are not to be dropped off at the school before that time. The daily schedule allows for seven class periods of approximately forty-five minutes each. There is a morning break between period two and three, and a lunch break . The elementary students have a brief recess in conjunction with the morning break. A Chapel Service each week for all grades includes announcements, singing, and a Bible lesson.
SCHOOL CALENDAR:
The School Calendar (showing beginning and ending dates for the school year, school vacations, end of grading periods, fund raising events, and other information for the coming year) is available from the school office.
SCHOOL CANCELLATION OR CLOSING:
School cancellations, for reasons such as hazardous weather, will be announced on local (Springfield) Television and Radio Stations. Please do not call the staff at home to inquire about school closing. A school phone chain may also be employed to communicate a cancellation or early closing. General Rule of Thumb: If Camdenton R3 Schools close because of inclement weather, we will be closed that first day. All successive days will be determined by CCS Administration.
Example: Camdenton R3 closes school on Monday because of snow and ice. They stay closed on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday because of icy lake roads. Since we don’t use buses, we may see fit to resume classes sooner if the weather permits. If classes resume and you cannot make it out to bring the kids to school, please notify our office.
LUNCH:
It is necessary for parents to send lunch and drink with their children. The school does sell “Landshire” brand sandwiches, which are heated in a microwave. (Elementary students may not bring items from home to be heated in the microwave. This includes staff children.) Milk is available for the students through the purchase of a milk card. Cash cards may be purchased for $10.00 each and used by the students for sandwiches and pizza purchases. We also have a soda and snack machine. Elementary children may not purchase sodas during the morning break.
*No refunds on milk cards or cash card.
CLASSROOM VISITS
We welcome visitors to our classroom. However, we want to minimize the disruption to the classroom instruction. Therefore, we ask that parents who wish to visit classes do so within the following guidelines.
· Contact the teacher or an administrator in advance to schedule your visit to coincide with the class you wish to observe.
· At the time of your visit, please sign in with the office.
BIRTHDAYS
A child’s birthday is very special. If you want to have birthday refreshments at the school, you must contact the teacher in advance to set up a day and time.
Invitations may not be distributed in the school unless the entire class is invited. If they are distributed in school, they may be distributed only at a designated time approved by the teacher.
TRANSPORTATION:
The school does not provide transportation for students. If you need car pool information, please contact the office. Students driving vehicles to school must register with the office. Driving to school is a privilege that will be taken away from any student who is careless or who does not use good judgment in regard to safety and the law. Students are not to be in vehicles except at time of arrival and departure. The school accepts no responsibility for loss of personal property in or on a vehicle. Students are only allowed to ride with other students by permission of both sets of parents.
STUDENT ILLNESS:
In the event your child becomes ill at school, we will notify you to come and pick up your child. Please make sure the school has an alternate person and phone number in case you are not available during the day. Do not send your child to school if he is running a fever or is throwing up. We will only dispense aspirin or non-aspirin medication to a student with written permission of the parent. Any student who brings medication to school must notify their teacher at the start of the day. Failure to do so may result in discipline. Parents of children in daycare, K-4 and K-5 should speak to the classroom teacher in person.
Special Circumstances: School Faculty and staff must be made aware each year of any allergies (i.e., milk, bee sting, peanut, etc.) that the student might have, especially if exposure could trigger a severe/life-threatening reaction.
Communicable Diseases Policy: It is not the desire of Camden Christian School to discriminate against any student. However, the school will carefully weigh the need for a safe and healthy environment of the entire school family over the particular needs of any one student. CCS will make a reasonable attempt to prevent the spread of communicable diseases, including sanitizing the classrooms and common areas. Students with an acute (short-term) contagious disease should not return to school until released to do so by their physician. Students may be asked to provide an attending physician’s statement giving them permission to return to school or participate in school activities.
While the school would be in sympathy with any child who has a serious illness, due to the need to protect our student body, any child that has a serious and continuing communicable disease will be asked to withdraw or denied admittance. This is to prevent the student body from being infected by the ill student and to prevent the seriously ill student’s exposure to other diseases within the school family.
PARENT VOLUNTEERS:
Parent volunteers are utilized to assist the staff in various areas including, monitoring, paper grading, field trips, fund raising, etc. A parent volunteer cannot be responsible for primary teaching, but can greatly help a classroom and the students as an assistant. All volunteers are coordinated through the parent group of the school. We require all parent volunteers to follow the school dress code.
FUND RAISERS:
So as not to overburden the parents and students, the school limits itself to three major fund raisers each year, one in the fall, one in the spring, and a fireworks stand just prior to the 4th of July. Proceeds from these fund raisers go into the general operating fund of the school to minimize tuition.
Extra curricular activity groups may have small fund raisers throughout the year.
TELEPHONE USE:
The telephone is for office and administration use. Students will not be allowed to use the phone except in an emergency, and only then with permission of a teacher. Students will not be called out of class to come to the phone, unless it is an emergency. Forgotten homework, books, or lunch is not an emergency. The office will receive and forward all messages from parents to students. A student may return a parent’s call during break or lunch.
VISITORS TO THE SCHOOL:
Parents, Grandparents, or legal guardians who wish to visit the classroom must have permission in advance from the school administration. Visiting at lunchtime may be done without prior notice. All visitors are asked to respect the school’s dress code. Students from other schools who wish to visit must have advance permission of the classroom teacher. All student visitors must abide by the school’s dress and conduct code.
If you are delivering items to a student after 8:30 A.M., please bring the item to the office. Notify the secretary of the item and the student’s name, and it will be delivered at an appropriate time. Please do not go to the classroom without permission.
SCHOLASTIC STANDARDS:
The school expects the student to pursue and maintain a high academic standard in each subject. Students who intentionally make failing grades through carelessness or lack of effort may be required to withdraw from the school. The cooperation of the home is required to insure that a student has a time and place to complete out of school assignments. Reduced grades and discipline will result for incomplete or missing assignments.
SCHOOL HOMEWORK POLICY:
Purpose:
· To reinforce the subject matter presented in class
· To prepare for a topic to be discussed
· To evaluate student progress
· To teach students self-study skills and responsibility
Time: Actual time required to complete assignments will vary with each student’s study habits, academic ability, and course load. If your child is spending an inordinate amount of time doing homework, you should contact your child’s teacher(s). Homework should fall somewhere close to these times for the average student.
· Grades 1-3 No more than 30 minutes nightly
· Grades 4-6 No more than 45 minutes nightly
· Grades 7-8 No more than 20 minutes per major subject nightly
· Grades 9-12 No more than 30 minutes per major subject nightly
Parents, please understand, that these time periods are based on the belief that the student has used class time wisely, has paid attention during class, and recalls the lesson and instructions presented for the assignment. If the student has to relearn everything that night, it will no doubt take them longer to complete the required assignments. Parents, this is where your help will be needed at home.
Quality and Punctuality Issues:
Students are to submit homework done neatly and on time. Assignments received late are subject to demerits and or an academic penalty. Jr. High and High School: Students are expected to keep track of their assignments in an assignment book. Permission to delay homework assignments because of special church meetings must be granted by the administration prior to the meetings. It is important that each student do his own homework.
Students are expected to turn work in on time. Students who repeatedly turn in daily assignments late will be subject to the following discipline.
1. One day late will result in an automatic 20% grade reduction. (ie, if the paper is graded as an 88% it will be reduced to a 68%)
2. Two days late will result in a 50% grade reduction.
3. More than two days late will result in an automatic 0% grade.
Teachers may send home notifications of incomplete or late work with the student. It is the responsibility of the child and the parent to insure these notes are making it home and being returned to school signed. A phone call may be made to the parent, if a teacher notices there is a problem with the notes getting home.
Make Up Work: If a student has work to make up due to excused absences, the student, upon returning to school, will be allowed the total number of days absent plus one extra day to complete all make up assignments. All regular assignments once the student is back will be due at the normal time. Absences do not exempt students from work assigned before the absence that is due after the absence. (Example: A history quiz is assigned at the beginning of the week for Friday. The student is absent on Thursday. Since he was present when the assignment was given, he will not be exempt from the quiz. He is still responsible for the assignment unless arrangements are made with the classroom teacher.) If a student misses a review day just before a test, but was in class the day the test was announced, the student is still responsible for taking the test the day it is scheduled. If he is absent the day of the test, he will be required to set aside some time during or after school at the teacher’s convenience to make up the test. Remember the policy on excused and unexcused absences on test and quiz days.
MAJOR PROJECTS:
Major projects include research papers, book reports, major essays, and other assignments teachers designate as major projects. Work on these projects may exceed the average minutes per night from time to time.
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITES:
1. Write down the assignments in an assignment pad.
2. Be sure all assignments are clear; don’t be afraid to ask questions if necessary.
3. Set aside a regular time for studying.
4. Find a quiet, well-lit study area.
5. Work on homework independently whenever possible, so that it reflects student ability.
6. Produce quality work.
7. Make sure assignments are done according to the given instructions and completed on time.
PARENT RESPONSIBILITES:
1. Set a regular, uninterrupted study time each day.
2. Establish a quiet, well-lit study area.
3. Monitor student’s organization and daily list of assignments in their homework pad.
4. Help your child to work to find the answer, don’t do it for them just to get it done.
5. Be supportive when the student gets frustrated with difficult assignments.
6. Contact the teacher to stay well informed about your child’s learning progress.
7. Understand that every child is not an A+ student. Encourage your child to do their best and be supportive when they do, even if their work is not perfect.
REPORT CARDS AND PROGRESS NOTICES:
Report cards are issued at the end of each quarter grading period. The end of each grading period is noted on the school calendar. About mid-way in each grading period, parents will be notified if a student’s grades are failing or have dropped one or more letter grades since the last report period. In addition, teachers are encouraged to keep parents informed of any student who is repeatedly negligent in their studies. This would include missing or incomplete work, poor attitude toward school subjects, as well as frequently low or failing grades.
ACADEMIC AND CONDUCT AGREEMENT:
Every student enrolled in a junior high or high school grade must sign an “Academic and Conduct Agreement.” Copies of the agreement are available at the office and will be included with the admissions forms. We encourage all junior high and senior high students to read and consider the seriousness of the commitment prior to signing. Violation of the agreement can result in discipline including suspension and expulsion.
GRADE SCALE:
99,100 A+
94,95,96,97,98 A Excellent
92, 93, A-
90, 91, B+
85,86, 87,88,89, B Above Average
83,84 B-
81,82 C+
77,78,79,80, C Average
75,76 C-
73,74 D+
69,70,71,72 D Below Average
66,67,68 D-
0-65 F Failure
HONOR ROLLS:
Pastor’s Honor Roll is for students who receive all A’s.
Principal’s Honor Roll is for students who receive all A’s and B’s.
Incomplete work, suspension or probation during a quarter can prevent students from being placed on the honor roll.
PROMOTION POLICIES:
Elementary and Junior High Grades
The school will not promote any student who has the following:
• Two year end “F” grades or four semester “F” grades in Bible, English, Math, or Reading.
• Three year end “F” grades or six semester “F” grades in Bible, English, Math, Reading, Science, or History.
High School
Credit is earned at ½ unit per semester, except for classes which meet only two or three days each week such as music, drama, physical education, etc. These classes earn only ¼ credit per semester. If averaged grade for semester is below 66% or if work is incomplete, credit will not be awarded. Any student participating in a school sport (volleyball or basketball) for an entire season will receive a full semester’s credit ( ½ unit) per year of participation.
The following credits must be accumulated for promotion to
* 10th Grade 6 credits
* 11th Grade 12 credits
* 12th Grade 18 credits
* Graduation 25 credits
CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION:
* Bible 4 ( 1 credit for each year enrolled at Camden Christian School)
* English 4
* Math 4 Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry and 1 Math elective
* Science 3
* History 3
* P.E. 1
* Electives 6
TOTAL 25
Students who are on track at the start of their senior year, having met all credit requirements, may request permission to be released from class after lunch to work a job or attend classes at another institution. Minimum work or class schedule must be three days each week. However, students will be released Monday through Friday. Verification of schedule is required in writing.
Student Behavior
Camden Christian School is not a corrective institution; consequently, we ask that a child not be enrolled with the idea that we will reform the child. We are here to work with the home, but not to take the place of the parents who have experienced difficulty in fulfilling their roles. Students who need constant correction will face expulsion.
This school is dedicated to the training of children in a program of study, activity, and living that is Christ-centered. We believe that “all things should be done decently and in order,” and that our students should be taught to accept the responsibility to “walk honorably before all men.”
The basic responsibility for discipline resides with the home. Parents will, therefore, be expected to conduct parental follow through should they be made aware of disciplinary circumstances. It is almost impossible to be of any real help to your child unless you are in active sympathy with what we are seeking to accomplish.
Here, discipline is maintained which is firm, consistent, fair, and tempered with love. Our staff maintains standards of behavior in the classroom through kindness, love, and genuine regard for the students. However, when disciplinary action becomes necessary, it is firmly carried out, and tempered with good judgment and understanding. Students are reminded that the Lord Jesus Christ expects us to be disciplined in all areas of life.
Colossians 3:20 “Children obey your parents in all things, for this is well pleasing unto the Lord.”
Romans 13:1 “Let every soul be subject unto the higher power.”
Hebrews 13:17 “Obey them that have rule over you, and submit yourselves.”
General Principles
Students are to:
· Show respect for all authority figures in the school, including respect for other parents. Proper titles when addressing are always to be used. The response of “Yes sir” and “No sir” or “Yes ma’am” or “No ma’am” is expected. Courtesy is required at all times.
· Demonstrate respect for all students regardless of age, gender, economic status, race or academic abilities. All students are to be treated with kindness.
· Observe the dress code and hair codes.
· Maintain a good attitude.
· Reject the latest worldly fads and practices.
· Be faithful to the school’s provisions to develop spiritual growth in the student.
· Understand that griping will not be tolerated.
Parents are to:
· Support the rules of the school as agreed upon in the Statement of Cooperation.
· Take the word of the adult over the child.
· Not to overreact to discipline situations; they should be handled in an impartial, matter of fact manner, with love.
· Recognize that the version of an incident that is relayed to them by their children may be framed in the best interest of the child. There is always another side of the story.
· Understand that the atmosphere of decency and order is for students to effectively learn academic and spiritual truth.
· Understand that attendance at Camden Christian School is a privilege – not a right.
· Recognize that asking a teacher to defend the issuance of a demerit or disciplinary measure is counter-productive. Students need to know that the parents agree with the standard of the school.
A. DEMERITS
The paramount rule is “Do Not Disturb” and “Respect other students, teachers, administration and property.”
K4 – 5th grade
Teachers will establish classroom rules and procedures. These will be posted in the classroom for the parent to see. They will also discuss school wide rules with student at the beginning of the school year. A student who disobeys school or class rules or a teacher’s verbal instruction may lose privileges or be separated from class and class activities.
6th grade through 12th grade
Demerits are given for minor disturbances or broken rules in the “demerit offenses” category. Demerits will be given in increasing amounts with each infraction. Detentions that result are to be served on Saturdays. Elementary students may lose break/recess time instead of after school detentions, however, if an after school detention becomes necessary - it will be administered. The parent must make arrangements for their child to be at detention on the Saturday assigned.
An assigned detention cannot be changed without the principal’s permission. The only changes considered viable are doctor’s appointments or real family emergencies. Availability of rides is not acceptable. Detentions are not designed as a convenience. It is the inconvenience that we hope will help the parents to encourage right behavior in their children. After school charges will apply if student is not picked up within 15 minutes from the end of their detention time.
Demerit Offenses:
1. Talking out in class
2. Out of seat without permission.
3. Distracting another student in the classroom
4. Pushing or shoving, horseplay in general
5. Dress code or Hair violation
6. Excessive carelessness in work
7. Playing or being in an unauthorized area
8. Leaving the school grounds without permission
9. Disrespect or bad attitude toward the school, teachers and staff.
10. Getting into teacher’s desk without permission.
11. Defiant attitude toward rules
12. In general, any deliberate offense with a rebellious attitude, anger, or using deceit will cause a student to face demerits, detention, suspension, or expulsion (based on severity)
13. Excessive tardiness
14. Rude or uncouth disturbances (burping in class, etc.)
15. Name calling
16. Griping, arguing or complaining
17. Continually attending class unprepared
18. Gum or candy in the class without permission from the teacher.
19. Running in buildings.
20. Displays of affection (hand-holding, kissing, etc.)
21. Texting during school hours without permission. Keep cell phones turned off.
Demerits are given in increments of 5 with each infraction increasing the severity of punishment. It is possible for a student to work off demerits after he reaches the 100 level. A genuine spirit of repentance must be demonstrated to receive that privilege.
Demerit Activity
· 25 Demerits – Letter to parents
· 30 demerits – 30 minutes of detention
· 45 demerits – 45 minutes of detention
· 60 demerits – 60 minutes of detention
· 75 demerits – 1 day in school suspension
· 100 demerits – Meeting with Principal and/or school board
*** All demerits are removed at the beginning of new semester***
Merit Rewards
Any student who has less than 30 minutes of detention per month will be allowed merit privileges. These include the following:
· May use bathroom or get a drink without teacher permission when teacher is done lecturing.
· Given more freedom during morning break and lunch.
· Chewing gum during class (popping not allowed). This is subject to teacher approval.
· May bring a drink into class in a covered container
· 1 excused absence (does not count against days missed). Student must have permission of their parent and teacher in advance.
o Student is responsible for all assignments missed.
o Student must not have a major test that day.
o Student must not be in academic trouble.
B. Misbehavior at a School Activity.
Any student who misbehaves at a school related activity is subject to loosing the privilege of attending CCS school-related activities for the remainder of the year as well as being subject to all applicable discipline policies.
C. Suspension and Expulsion
The purpose of suspension is to impress the offending students and peers with the seriousness of the offense and to show them in an unmistakable manner that similar conduct may result in permanent separation from the school.
Suspension. The administration is authorized to suspend students from school for up to 10 days for disciplinary reasons. These days shall count starting with the day the suspension was imposed. If the principal determines that a suspension is in order, he shall contact the parents and send the student home with the suspension notice. The suspension notice will contain the following information:
1. The length of the suspension and the date the student may return to school.
2. Notification that the suspended student must stay away from the school and all school related activities during the time of suspension.
Students who are under suspension may not enter the school buildings or grounds during regular school hours unless accompanied by their parents for a scheduled meeting with the principal.
Behavior that is grossly in conflict with the purpose and spirit of the program of the school may result in expulsion, even on the first offense.
Expulsion. Any student found to be engaging in sexual activity or in the use of drugs or alcohol will be immediately expelled from CCS. Students in grades 9 – 12 expelled for any of the above stated reasons will lose all credits for the semester during which the offense occurred.
Students who have been expelled or asked to leave school may not enter the school buildings during regular school hours. If the administration feels that attendance to school activities, including athletic events, hinders the spiritual attitude of active students, the expelled student may not be allowed to attend any school sponsored activities for up to one semester. An exception would be granted through a prearranged conference with the Administrator.
D. Major Offenses
** Violation of major offenses may/will result in automatic suspension / expulsion**
Weapons: A student shall not possess, handle, or transmit any explosive, ice pick, knife, pellet gun, pistol, razor, lighter, rifle, shotgun, or any other subject that reasonably can be considered a weapon, dangerous instrument, or any contraband material. Weapons may not be stored or kept in vehicles or lockers
Conduct:
1. Cheating
2. Stealing
3. Conduct unbecoming a Christian
4. Abuse or insult of employee by a student or a parent
5. Possession or use of tobacco products
6. Possession or use of alcohol
7. Possession or use of any illegal drug
8. Drug paraphernalia of any kind
9. Any sexual activity including “sexting” (transmission or possession of nude or semi-nude pictures using a cell phone, internet or any electronic device.)
10. Possession of a weapon of any kind
11. Fighting
12. Vandalism
13. Wreckless driving (including speeding) on school property (could result in loss of privilege of driving a car onto school property.)
E. Destruction or Defacing of Property
Any student who is guilty of intentional damage, destruction, or theft of school or church property shall be liable for the property repair, replacement, or restitution. The student shall also be subject to school discipline.
F. Probation
Academic Probation - Students who cannot or will not keep up their class work or when they refuse to work at a satisfactory rate will be subjected to Academic Probation/Detention. This is an administrative decision and will be discussed with the parents. It may be necessary to detain students after school for incomplete work, test make-up, extra teacher help, etc. Any further steps shall be up to the administration and shall include, if deemed necessary, dismissal from school.
Disciplinary Probation –Any child who continually presents a discipline problem for the school may be subject to Disciplinary Probation. If placed on probation and the problem continues, the student will be dismissed from school.
Spiritual Probation – Sometimes a student may not present an academic or discipline problem, but he may show forth an attitude unbecoming to good Christian character. This attitude may be directed toward a teacher or another student. If the situation is not changed within reasonable time, parents will be asked to withdraw the student.
G. Prohibited Items and Activities
1. Cell phones, beepers, or pagers (must be turned off or turned in to teacher or kept in vehicle during school hours.
2. Gang behavior
3. Mace, pepper spray, or any disabling agent.
4. Sexual harassment.
5. Pornographic material (including artwork or an advertisement)
6. Fireworks
7. Gambling
8. Profanity or obscenity
9. Terrorists threats
10. Rudeness
11. Public display of affection ( kissing, hugging, sitting on laps, etc.)
12. Cutting class
13. Horseplay
14. Radios, tape players, etc.
Toys and Items Brought from Home – any games or items brought from home not related to school work or activity must be approved by the teacher or principal before it is brought to school Please do not bring any games or items to school that deal with or depict images of sorcery, witchcraft, demons, etc. (Harry Potter, Magic Cards, Pokemon, Yu-gi-oh etc.) Such items will be confiscated from the student and brought to the school office to be redeemed by the parent only. Please understand that toys and items brought from home may become lost or damaged.
ATTENDANCE:
Regular and punctual attendance is a must to receive the full benefit of the education offered at CCS. Responsibility for consistent attendance is that of the student and parent. The following information is intended to explain as clearly as possible the attendance policy for our school.
Excused Absences
· Excused absences are given in cases of: a family emergency, death in the family, illness, or other reasons considered appropriate by the school administration. When the absence is known, it is expected that parents will notify the school in writing. This should be done as early as possible.
· Parents should notify the school office when their child is absent unexpectedly and prearranged notification was not possible. Parents are to forward a note of explanation immediately following a student’s absence.
· All absences from school are to be supported by a written excuse which should include:
o The name of the student
o The date absent from school
o The reason for the absence
o The signature of the parent
· Failure to bring in a note will result in an UNEXCUSED absence.
· A phone call is permissible. You must speak to a secretary, a teacher or the pastor for an absence to be excused.
· Teachers are to assist students to make up work when they have excused absences.
· Students will be allowed to make up work when the absence from school is excused. Junior High and High schools students are responsible for securing any missed assignments/quizzes on the 1st day of returning to school.
o A student with an excused absence may make up their missed work for full credit if turned in on time. (Student is allowed the number of consecutive days absent plus one additional day for make-up work)
Excessive Absences
· An excessive absence is defined as being absent more than five days consecutively or accumulated absences of more than 15 days for elementary students or 10 for secondary students per semester.
· In grades 9-12, where academic credit is given, excessive absences can result in a lower grade or failure for the quarter. Students with more than 15 class absences in a semester – excused or unexcused – receive a failing grade of 69F for that semester or the actual class grade, whichever is lower. Exceptions may be made by the administration for unusual, health-related circumstances.
Requests by Parents for Students to be Absent
· Missing tests and special programs should be avoided.
· Students having academic difficulty should not be absent.
· Please do not plan vacations when classes are in session. This places an unfair burden on the teacher and often causes students to fall behind in their studies.
Unexcused Absences
· Absence from school without permission or for reasons that are not legitimate will be considered an unexcused absence. Students will be penalized for work missed.
· A student with an unexcused absence may make up tests and major assignments for 80% credit. Daily work may not be made up for credit.
Tardiness
· Tardiness hinders academics, leads to bad work habits, and is disruptive to the classroom. Students should arrive to school ON TIME.
· Those students who arrive late should go to the school office to receive a late admission slip. This will state whether the tardiness is excused or unexcused.
· After three unexcused tardies, disciplinary action (elementary) or demerits (grades 6-12) will be issued.
· 4 tardies will be marked as ½ day absent.
· Any students arriving after 9:30 a.m. will be counted ½ day absent. Students who miss four or more classes will be counted a full day absent.
· Leaving school early, even during last period, will be counted as an early departure. Early departures are counted as tardies.
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Under this policy, junior high and sr. high school students will not be allowed more than five (5) absences per quarter in any class. This policy runs from quarter to quarter. Students with more than five absences will have their grade calculated as follows:
1. For absences more than the five allowed per quarter, the students grade percentage will be multiplied by the following chart:
Absences x%
6 95
7 90
8 85
9 80
10 75
More than 10 days 50
2. Days missed because of hospitalization, or on the written note of a physician, or the serious illness or death of a family member will not be counted as an absence under this policy for determining grades.
3. Parents may request a waiver of excessive absences under this policy to the school board. The request must be in writing and will be submitted at the next board meeting after the request has been received.
4. Any absence from school will be classified as either excused or unexcused for the purpose of determining the value of missed schoolwork. A student will receive an excused absence if the reason falls under any of the items listed in #2 above. An excused absence will also be given for illness without a doctor’s note, provided the school receives a note from the parent stating that the child was ill (this will count against the five absences allowed per quarter). Any other reasons, unless approved by the principal, will be deemed unexcused. Family members coming into town for a visit is not an excused absence.
5. A student with an excused absence may make up their missed work for full credit if turned in on time. (Student is allowed the number of consecutive days absent plus one additional day for make-up work)
6. A student with an unexcused absence may make up tests and major assignments for 80% credit. Daily work may not be made up for credit.
7. Any student returning to school from an absence must obtain an admit slip from the school office. The slips must be obtained before school begins. Do not arrive just before the bell is about to ring to get an admit slip. Students needing an admit slip should arrive at school early so they may be in class on time. All absences will be counted as unexcused if not accompanied by a doctor’s note, or a parent’s note or a parent’s phone call. If the note is forgotten the first day it may be sent in the next. The deadline for excusing absences shall be two days from the date of returning to school.
8. Students will not be counted absent if they are involved in school-sponsored activities.
9. Field trip days are school days and will be subject to the same guidelines as any other days in regard to attendance policy.
10. A student suspended from school will not have the days missed counted against the student for the purposes of the attendance policy. However, any schoolwork missed during the suspension may be made up as though the days missed were unexcused. (See #6 above).
11. Vacations are greatly discouraged during school days. It is not good for any student to miss out on the instruction associated with class time. We do encourage families to take vacations. However, please try to fit them into our scheduled days out of school. (i.e. School holidays, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter (spring) breaks, or summertime) If it is a must that the vacation be taken during school time, please understand the following:
- Written notice must be turned into the office a full two weeks before the student will be absent.
- Students are to get from their teachers any work they will miss and need to makeup ahead of time. Understand that lesson plans change and so could the assignments before the student returns. Each student will need to check with his teacher upon returning to school to verify what homework is to be turned in and when. Daily work, when the student returns, is to be completed on time as usual. Understand that vacation days will count against the five absences per quarter unless there are special circumstances involved and you have it approved by the administration.
12. Doctor and dentist appointments need to be made, as much as possible, for non-school hours. We understand that some doctors may not be flexible, but we do ask that you try to schedule appointments after school.
13. A half-day absence will be given to a student who misses between one and three class periods during a school day. Students who miss four or more will be counted as a full day absent.
14. School tardiness and Early Departure:
Arriving after the 8:30 a.m. bell is considered tardiness. Leaving school early, even during last period, will be considered an early departure.
- School tardiness and early departure will be considered the same type of incident.
- Every four incidents of school tardiness or early departure in a quarter will be counted as a half-day absence in regards to the attendance policy for grading purposes.
- Junior High and High School Only – Being prompt to class is important to a successful school day. Students are to be in class and ready to begin before the bell rings for the class period to start.
***Every third tardy, for any one individual class period, other than the first period, will result in a 30 minute detention.***
Truancy
Absence without parental knowledge or approval is truancy and will be disciplined by probation and possible expulsion.
Church Attendance
In keeping with our desire to help students live a consistent life for the Lord, we are requiring each student to attend at least 2 services a month. (Sunday School and morning worship together would count for 2 services.) If you do not have a church home, the student will be required to attend Bible Baptist Church for 2 services a month. A written statement from your pastor or minister may be requested. Bible Baptist Church’s services times are Sunday 9:30 am, 10:45 am, 6:00 pm and Wednesday at 7:00 pm.
DRESS CODE:
GENERAL RULE – modesty - not too low in neckline, not tight (form) fitting, length not too short.
The dress code is a basic guideline. If for any reason, judgment must be passed on an individual’s attire or appearance, it will be done on an individual basis by the administration. Any student who consistently refuses to cooperate in matters of dress and appearance will be placed on probation, and risk expulsion.
The dress code applies to all students who come to school for any reason on a regular school day, even if not attending class that day. All students must arrive and depart the school in dress code unless given permission by the administration.
The only hoodies that will be allowed in the classroom will be a hoodie with the school name or a CCS tournament logo on it. Hoodies will only be allowed between December 1st and March 1st.
GIRLS:
A dress, or skirt and blouse will be the required school attire for girls. Dress and skirt length will be no higher than the middle of the knee. When seated, the dress or skirt should reach the top of the knee. Slits in skirts or dress will be no higher than the minimal length. Skirts with front slits are not allowed. All slits in skirts must be sewn closed to the knee. Sundresses, slacks, shorts, pants, and split skirts (culottes) are not allowed. Faded denim skirts, including newly bought pre-faded blue jean skirts are not allowed. Skirts should fit at the natural waistline of the girls – no hip hugger styles allowed.
Blouses and shirts must not show mid section even with arms raised to full extension above the head. Blouses and shirts must be buttoned except for the top two buttons. Necklines, which do not button, must be modest (no cleavage showing). There is to be no written comment or slogans on any shirt or skirt. The pullover style polo shirt is acceptable, but cannot be tight fitting. T-shirts are not permitted. Plain sweat shirts are permitted as long as a proper shirt is worn under the sweatshirt. Proper under garments must be worn. Girls may wear sandals without socks.
Hair must be clean and neatly groomed. Bangs are to be kept out of the eyes. Excessive jewelry and make-up are not to be worn. Bleaching or coloring of the hair is allowed for girls, but is to reflect moderation and good taste, and not extremes.
Body piercing is prohibited, with the exception of earrings. No more than two earrings per ear are allowed. Tattoos are not allowed.
BOYS:
Cotton, corduroy slacks or denim jeans will be the required school attire for boys. Jeans must be in new or near new condition and not reflect extreme fads and styles in appearance. They may not be faded, frayed, patched, or have holes. Camouflage, wild colored pants, and shorts are not permitted. Dockers are acceptable.
Button up and pull over shirts (polo style) with turn down collars are acceptable. A sweater or a plain sweat shirt may be worn if it is worn over a collared shirt that is tucked in. T-shirts, or any shirts that do not have a turn down collar are not allowed. Shirts must be buttoned except for the top button. Turtleneck shirts are allowed. Shirts must be tucked in at all times. Belts must be worn.
On Monday Chapel Days, all boys are to wear a button, collared shirt.
Hair must be clean, neatly trimmed and combed. Haircuts must be tapered, follow the natural hairline, and be conservative in style. Hair length must not be over the collar in the back or over the ears on the sides. Bangs are to be kept out of the eyes. Sideburns must not extend below the bottom of the ear. Notching, bowl cutting, undercutting, shaving, or other extreme styles of hair cutting are not allowed. Dying, streaking, bleaching, or otherwise coloring of hair is not allowed.
If applicable, boys must be clean-shaven, including peach fuzz. Boys may not wear sport’s bands, bracelets, necklaces, or earrings.
Body piercing and tattooing are prohibited
Boys must wear socks with sandals.
Special Dress Requirements for Girls and Boys:
Students will be notified of special dress requirements in advance by the school administration. Particulars of the required dress code for the occasion will be given in advance. Students are accountable to meet the requirements for all special activities.
PERFORMANCES:
· Boys
o Dark Blue Pants
o White polo shirt
o Dress shoes and dark socks
· Girls
o Dark blue skirt
o White polo shirt
o Dress shoes
SPORTS:
The school has athletic programs that compete against other Christian schools at the junior high and high school levels. The sports participated in are girls volleyball and girls and boys basketball. Uniforms are issued to team members for a $10.00 upkeep and maintenance fee. Uniforms remain the property of the school. Regulations governing team participation will be given to each member of the team during the sports season.
Physical Activity Dress Code:
Shorts and Pants:
• Minimal length is top of the knee.
• Solid colors only, accent strip or logo is permitted.
• Must be made specifically for sports/P.E. wear.
• Walking shorts, jeans, cutoffs, cargo shorts, are not allowed.
• Must be loose fitting
Shirts:
• Solid color, not white, is required.
• No offensive slogans or advertisement
• Not see through or revealing in nature.
• Not sleeveless
Shoes:
• Students need to have a pair of shoes solely for P.E.
• Must be non-marking to our gym floor
• Must be shoes designed for sports and physical activities
All students are required to dress out and participate in P. E. Failure to dress out and participate will result in detention and a lowered grade. Students will be excused from participation if a note is received from the home or a doctor. If student is unable to participate, they will not be allowed to dress out and they will be assigned to a classroom for study hall. Each incident of non-participation in a quarter will lower student’s grade by 5 percentage points.
* participation in sports will count towards P.E. credit for High School students.