STATEMENT OF FAITH
We believe in:
1. We believe in the inspiration of the Bible, equally in all parts and without error in its origin.
2. We believe in the absolute Authority of the Scriptures.
3. We believe in One God, eternally existent and equal - Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
4. We believe that the creation of man was an instantaneous act of God.
5. We believe in the Pre-existence, Incarnation, Virgin Birth, Sinless Life, Miracles, Vicarious Death, Bodily Resurrection, Ascension to Heaven, and the Second Coming of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
6. We believe in the fall of man, the need of regeneration by the operation of the Holy Spirit on the basis of Grace alone (the Gift of Eternal Life by the regeneration power of the Holy Spirit), and the resurrection of all to life or damnation.
7. We believe in the Spiritual relationship of all believers in the Lord Jesus Christ, living a life of righteous works, separated from the world, and witnessing of His saving Grace through the ministry of the Holy Spirit.
MISSION PURPOSE AND STATEMENT
It is the purpose of Clinton Christian Academy to:
*educate students in Truth and Righteousness, and in so doing, support the family and local Bible-believing churches
*provide quality education, instilling in each student honesty, integrity, hard work, and personal commitment
*assist families in the process of leading each child to a personal commitment to Christ
*provide teachers and monitors who will prepare themselves spiritually, academically, emotionally, and physically to teach in a spirit of understanding and love
*be an extension of the Christian home in training young people in a Christian
environment for time and eternity.
Clinton Christian Academy seeks to fulfill the God-given potential of each student by teaching excellence in academics, character, leadership, and responsibility through solid principles based of Scriptural Truth.
It is our desire to restore prayer and the Word of God in our children’s education.
PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION
We believe that the Bible is the inspired Word of God and that we should adhere to its
principles in the education of our children. God has revealed to us through His Word that
the primary responsibility for the education of children rests with their parents. (Duet. 4:9, 6:7, 31:13, Ps. 87:6-8, 1 Sam. 3:13, and many more) Further, it is our conviction that an education ignoring God and His Word, and purporting to be neutral can be only fragmentary, and morally and spiritually powerless. Clinton Christian Academy will offer a strong academic course of study with instruction from a definite Judeo-Christian viewpoint. We are interested in the establishment of good habits and right attitudes spiritually, physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially. Since CCA is a Christian school, we believe that the training process includes spiritual education that will enable pupils to grasp basic Christian philosophies and responsibility of the home, church, and school.
Some specific objectives are:
** To prepare children spiritual by instilling in them a love for the Lord Jesus Christ, God, the Father, and His Holy Spirit, and a personal sense of responsibility to be all God wants them to be.
**To prepare children to live successfully according to Biblical principles.
**To encourage them to think clearly, logically and independently.
**To offer an instructional program that meets the academic needs of children.
**To develop an understanding of the world in which they live and the ability to appreciate and adjust to their environment.
**To achieve mastery in the tools of learning and communication.
**To develop a moral, ethical and spiritual sense which will aid them in appreciation of their own personal worth and that of others.
**To develop a sense of responsibility in each child as a Christian and as a citizen.
**To provide opportunities for developing skills necessary to make a living.
**To offer opportunities to participate in wholesome forms of recreation.
**To prepare each child for an outstanding position in life, to prepare for Spiritual leadership in school, home, church, and community.
Church Attendance
Students and parents are strongly encouraged to belong to and regularly attend a Bible believing church. Regular Church attendance is required at the congregation of your choice (3 out of 4 weeks per month) and a church bulletin may be requested in order to verify attendance.
Christian Americanism
Christian Americanism places emphasis upon the greatness of America’s heritage and the sacrifices of her heroes. America’s Constitution guarantees liberties to educate in order to preserve freedom. We unashamedly teach the Biblical doctrines of self-discipline, respect for authority, obedience to law, and love for God, flag, and country. Students will say the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag, the Christian Flag, and the Bible each day.
STANDARDS OF CONDUCT
Proverbs 22:6 “Train up a child in the way he should go; and when he is old he will not depart from it.”
Students of this Academy are expected to refrain from talking about or engaging in chewing, swearing, smoking, alcoholic beverages, narcotics, and immoral behavior. Students who participate in such activities are subject to suspension. Students are expected to act in an orderly and respectful manner, maintaining Christian standards of courtesy, cheerfulness, kindness, language, morality, and honesty. Students must agree to sign the Standard of Conduct Form.
Discipline is essential for the child and administered in a loving, just and consistent way. This creates the proper atmosphere for learning and assists each child in developing self-control. Without discipline, learning is in vain. Clinton Christian Academy will use a system of merits and demerits to encourage positive student behavior. Parents are expected to work with the Academy to enforce Godly behavior at school, in the home and the community.
Merits are earned by academic achievement, service in and around the school and church, and for outstanding performance in the classroom. Merits may accumulate to earn extra break time, longer lunch periods, purchase prizes in the school store, and (depending on the grade level) half or full days off.
Demerits are given for failing to follow classroom procedures, for exhibiting unacceptable behavior, and for neglecting homework assignments. Demerits will result in shortened break times, and/or lunch periods, after school detentions, and for serious offenses, possible suspension at the discretion of the principal and/or administrator.
Any public display of affection between students will not be tolerated. Students are expected to maintain a sense of mutual respect toward one another.
The use of profanity or threats will not be tolerated. Pushing or any aggressive behavior will not be allowed. Verbal or physical threats to others may be cause for suspension.
Anyone stealing may be suspended immediately.
A “Standard of Conduct Form,” must be signed by every student and parent prior to enrollment every year. Enrollment will be denied if this form is not signed.
Repeated or flagrant violations of scoring procedures may result in suspension or expulsion.
Clinton Christian Academy expects that its students live above reproach showing respect to God, country, family, faculty, and fellow students. Therefore, disrespect of authority, lying, cheating, stealing and profanity will not be tolerated.
CCA offers each student an opportunity for successful living in a Christian atmosphere of genuine happiness and pleasant daily practice of responsible, purposeful decisions for developing spiritually, academically, and personally into the person God wants him to be.
Our prayerful objective is that every student and teacher be completely obedient to God and under the control of the Holy Spirit. Successful Christian living is built, not on textbooks, but on Christ-centered expression and appreciation gained through full spiritual experiences.
Attendance at CCA is a privilege, not a right. Constructive suggestions are always welcome, but destructive communication only hinders progress. Anyone who will not cooperate spiritually, morally, or scholastically will be dismissed.
Disorderly conduct (goofing off, horseplay, disruptive talking, etc.) is not conducive to Christian character and leads to destruction of property. Therefore, it will not be tolerated.
In CCA these three fundamental rules must be followed:
*No student will be out of his seat without permission.
*No student will speak out in class without permission
*Students will always address and reply to teachers and staff with the utmost of respect. (“Please” and “Thank you”, “Yes, Ma’am/No, Ma’am, “Yes, Sir/No, Sir”. etc.)
BEHAVIOR
A student’s conduct at all times will be that which is becoming to a Christian boy or girl. Students know what good behavior is and it is expected of them. The teachers and administrators are here to guide and assist in learning - it is not expected that a disproportionate amount of time will be required to discipline students.
1. A few basic rules are necessary:
*In passing through the building there is to be no running or excessive noise.
*Candy, food, and beverages will be consumed only in designated areas.
*Phone calls, home or otherwise will be made only after securing permission from the office. Cell phones must be turned in at the office while the student is on campus.
*Students will not enter the classroom before 8:30 a.m., except those with specific responsibilities
*Students will wait at designated areas at dismissal time under supervision from academy staff. Children will not be allowed in any other part of the building. They must be picked up within 15 minutes of dismissal. Parents are expected to call if they will be delayed.
*Students will be respectful of all school personnel and fellow students in both action and word. The common courtesies of “please” and “thank you” and “yes, Ma’am/Sir” and “no Ma’am/Sir” are expected. Teachers will also address students respectfully.
*There is NO gum chewing at any time in the building.
*Respect for your fellow students and school property, including textbooks is expected to be exemplary at all times. Students should maintain Christian standards and attitudes of honesty, courtesy, and kindness at all times.
2. Moral Conduct:
We believe students at CCA need to uphold high standards of moral conduct. A CCA student involved in the activity of indecent language, violence, immorality, tobacco use, alcoholic beverages, or illegal drugs, in or out of the school setting, will be subject to school guidelines.
*Indecent language cannot and will not be tolerated. First time violations will result in one-day suspension. Further violations will be reviewed by the administration with appropriate measures taken.
*Violence of any nature (kicking, hitting, temper tantrums, criminal activity, use of weapons, etc.) will not be tolerated at CCA. The administration will review each situation and take appropriate measures.
*A student’s character, especially in the area of morality, is a key part of the student’s enrollment at CCA. Students involved in sexual immorality of any kind will be reviewed by the administration. When students are involved in sexual immorality, the immediate parties involved will be expelled. Also other deviant sexual behavior, such as homosexuality or behaviors such as stated in Romans 1:24-32 will be grounds for dismissal.
*Computer Integrity - Students who use the Internet at home or at school are asked to refrain from logging onto or viewing web sites which are sexually suggestive or explicit. These web sites are detrimental to the development of Godly character, and therefore they are prohibited.
*Cheating on homework, projects, quizzes, and tests, etc. will not be tolerated. The following disciplinary measures will be taken:
1st offense - 1 day suspension
2nd offense - 3 day suspension
3rd offense - review by Board/probable expulsion
*Lying is another area of character immorality that will not be acceptable at CCA. Repeated lying offenders will be properly disciplined and necessary actions will be taken if no change in character occurs.
*Use of tobacco of any kind is prohibited by CCA students. Violations will be reviewed by administration with appropriate measures taken.
*Students involved in the use of alcoholic beverages will be subject to the following guidelines:
1st offense - 2 week suspension with zeroes for all work
2nd offense - Dismissal from school
*CCA will not tolerate the use of prohibited drugs by any student. Any student using or possessing such drugs will be expelled.
*Two suspensions (in-school or out-of-school) in a school term will result in administrative review and possible dismissal.
***The administration and the School Committee have the right to review each situation and within that right can dismiss a student on any occasion.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The school admits students of any race, color, nationality, and ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, nationality and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, and athletic or other school administered programs.
An interview with the student and his parents or legal guardians is the beginning process for all applicants. Students are evaluated through diagnostic testing.
No student will be admitted or allowed to remain in Clinton Christian Academy who does not agree to and cooperate with the overall purpose and program.
Admission Procedure:
*Parents should visit the school.
*Parents should read the Handbook thoroughly.
*Submit a letter of recommendation from your Pastor.
*Application is submitted (along with a student signed Code of Conduct).
*Office will then call for an interview with both parents and student and the school
administrator and/or principal.
*Parents will be notified of acceptance.
*Diagnostic testing set up with payment of a non-refundable registration fee of $35.00
*Reservations are made for the mandatory parent orientation as discussed at the
interview. This usually is a Saturday morning from 9:00 A.M. to Noon.
*A certificate of Child Health/Dental Examination must be filled out and signed by
a physician/dentist and submitted to the school office. All students must
have the following immunizations: diphtheria, polio, tetanus, measles, and rubella.
*Parent orientation attended by both parents or legal guardians.
*Tuition is set up on ten monthly installments. (August - May)
MEDICAL GUIDELINES
No staff member will be allowed to administer any medication without parent authorization in writing. ALL medication must be kept and administered at the school office.
Recess - a note may be sent by the parent if a child cannot participate in recess up to 5 days. A note form a doctor must be sent if the child cannot participate longer that 5 days.
DRESS CODE
The purpose of the Clinton Christian Academy’s dress code is fourfold. 1. To assure modesty and decency prevail among the students and staff. 2. To encourage students to always maintain proper appearance. 3. To Promote a good personal testimony. 4. To encourage the development of a positive, healthy self-esteem/concept based on Christian principles of righteousness, not outward appearance.
Our desire is to present a student body that practices good hygiene, neatness and modesty. We agree with studies showing that students act in relationship to the way they dress. Our intention is to refocus the students’ priorities to reflect a Godly spirit, rather than a fashionable image.
The following guidelines apply to school and school-related activities unless otherwise stated.
Uniform Shirts
Uniform shirts are to be ordered in the CCA office. There are several styles available in men’s and women’s styles, including acceptable polo style shirts with long or short sleeves, sweatshirts, cardigans and fleece wear for winter months. Long sleeve shirts or sweatshirts are recommended for cooler months. Sweaters or Sweatshirts must be plain, without name brand logos or other writing, and must be CCA colors, red, black or white. The previous practice of buying shirts from various vendors has resulted in confusion as to which styles meet school criteria and which do not. For the purpose of clarity on this issue, uniform shirts may only be purchased through CCA office and must be loose fitting and appropriately sized. These uniform shirts may not be altered in any way, specifically, they may not be altered to be more form fitting. This practice goes against the above stated purpose of the dress code.
Uniform Pants
Tan, khaki colored pants are the only acceptable option for the 2007-08 school year.
Skirts will be allowed for female students. Capri length pants are acceptable for girls.
Pants must be loose fitting and comfortable. They must not sag, bind, or restrict movement in any way. No undergarments showing. Belts are required for pants with belt loops.
Clothing with visible labels which promote a certain company or individual are not appropriate. Designer labels should be removed before wearing the pants to school.
Pants deemed inappropriate: extremely low rise, frayed or unhemmed legs, frayed waistbands, tight fitting pants or pants which are too large, stained or ripped pants. Pants in need of repair such as missing buttons, zipper replacement, or torn seams must be repaired before being worn at CCA.
Shoes
Shoes must be neat and functional. Shoes that prevent or impair a student’s ability to participate in the daily routine are not acceptable.
Regarding Shorts
Tan, khaki colored shorts will be allowed at school and on field trips weather permitting. They must touch the kneecap or below the knee while the student is in a standing position. They must not sag, bind, or restrict movement in any way. Belts will be required for shorts with belt loops.
Belts, Accessories and Jewelry
These items must comply with Academy standards.
GIRLS - Earrings may not be dangly. Large or medium hoops are not acceptable. Only one pair of earrings may be worn at a time and they may not be larger than 1/2 inch in diameter.
BOYS - No earrings are allowed at any time.
ALL STUDENTS - No more than 1 piece of jewelry style may be worn at one time. This includes necklaces, rings (finger and toe), bracelets, anklets, etc. No visible body piercing is permitted for any student (including but not limited to nose, lip, eyebrow, or tongue). Scarves, caps, hats, or other head coverings are not acceptable at CCA.
Hair
Hair is to be clean and properly cared for. Hairstyles must not impair vision. Hair fixatives that alter hair color or texture are not acceptable.
BOYS - May not grow facial hair. They must be clean shaven. Boys may not have long hair, braided hair, or odd “punk” styles. Boys hair, when the head is shaken, may not touch the eyebrows, ears, or the collar of a properly worn uniform shirt.
GIRLS - May not wear “punk” styles or hair accessories that are large, brightly colored or attention grabbing. ( Large is defined as, ( “ may not exceed three inches in length.”)
P.E. Uniforms
P.E. uniforms are required. Tennis shoes are also required for P.E. Students must arrive for P.E. in full uniform at their appointed time to receive a passing daily grade unless otherwise informed by the P.E. teacher. Plain red, black, white or gray, shorts or jogging pants are required. A CCA P.E. shirt can be ordered form the CCA office. Plain white, gray, red, or black tee shirts are acceptable.
PLEASE NOTE: THE SCHOOL RESERVES THE RIGHT TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE STUDENT APPEARANCE COMPLIES WITH SCHOOL DRESS CODE. IT IS UNDERSTOOD THAT THE SCHOOL MAY TAKE NECESSARY ACTION TO CORRECT ANY STUDENT FAILING TO MEET THESE STANDARDS.
Should corrective action become necessary, students will be issued a demerit, sent to the office, given attire which meets dress code standards and asked to change. Only when they have changed, will a student be permitted to enter the learning center. A note will be sent home in the communication envelope by the classroom teacher explaining why the attire in question has been deemed unacceptable. It is expected the problem will be rectified immediately. Repeated violations of the dress code will be viewed as willful disobedience of school policy and may result in after school detention, in-school suspension, parent/school conference or out of school suspension.
Recess - Outdoor recess is anticipated daily and considered a vital part of the day’s activities. Please dress your child according to the weather with appropriate outerwear and shoes.
TUITION AGREEMENT
*Both parents or legal guardian must sign Tuition contract before a child is permitted to begin classes.
*All tuition and fees required by the school are expected to be made on time.
*A $15 late fee is assessed for all accounts unpaid after the 10th of the month.
*Students may not be allowed to return to school if tuition is not received by the 10th of the month unless prior arrangements have been made and approved by the office.
*If a student is withdrawn from school or expelled by the school administration, the full monthly payment is due if the child attends at any time during the month.
*All past due accounts for returning students are to be paid in full by June 1st or the class space may be given to another student on the waiting list.
ATTENDANCE
School attendance is vital to good education, but if it is necessary for your child to be absent please let us know by calling the school at 935-9414 by 9:00 AM. Again, this is for the safety of your child as well as the proper functioning of the school. Please send a signed note by parent or guardian explaining the absence from school the day your child returns. Any student absent for three days because of sickness may be required to have a doctor’s release. Please do not send your child to school if he/she is ill. Any student whose absences (excused or unexcused) exceed 18 in one school year will be required to attend summer school. Failure to do so will result in expulsion for the following school year. Clinton Christian Academy operates as a closed campus. Students will not be allowed to leave the school property during school hours without permission from their parents and the school administration. Parents must come in and sign the student in or out in the office. Students with drivers license must bring written permission for them to leave the building for any reason during school hours.
ARRIVALS AND DISMISSALS
Students will not be allowed to leave the building with anyone whose name is not on the information form unless a parental signed note is sent with the student giving the name of the person picking him/her up. Please remember this is for the safety of your child. Unfamiliar persons will be asked for identification. All visitors must report to the school office and obtain a pass before entering the learning center!
Our opening exercises are considered a valuable part of the student’s life and punctuality is a vital character trait. In consideration of the importance of our opening exercise, students who arrive after 8:30 will be considered tardy and may be assigned a 15 minute detention unless he/she has a written note from the parent with a valid excuse for the tardiness. All students who are tardy must have a written note explaining the tardiness.
PLEASE NOTE:
The school opens at 8:00 a.m. No students will be allowed in the building until 8:00 a.m. or until there is a staff member or designated volunteer in the school area of the building. STUDENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE SCHOOL WITHOUT ADULT STAFF SUPERVISION FOR ANY REASON.
Basic Daily Schedule
8:00 - 8:30 AM Arrival of Students to school
8:30 - 8:40 AM Opening Session (Wed Chapel until 9:15)
8:40 AM Classroom Study begins (recess times will be taken in the AM)
11:00 - 12:30 PM Classroom Study, Lunch, and Free Time
12:30 - 1:30 PM Classroom Study
1:30 - 3:00 PM Music, Art, P.E., Library, Level Field Trip - see current class schedule. (Times and days of the week may vary)
3:10 PM Dismissal
EARLY DISMISSAL
When there will be an early dismissal due to weather conditions, it will be announced on WAND television as soon as the Clinton School District notifies us.
PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES
A Parent/Teacher conference will be scheduled in the fall and spring to coincide with the end of the first and third nine-week grading period. You may feel free to schedule additional conferences with us at any time.
LUNCH PROGRAM
There is no hot lunch program. Student’s may bring their own lunches. A microwave and refrigerator are available for student use. Frozen, microwaveable lunch items will be available for purchase at the school. Potlucks have been scheduled throughout the year. You will be notified of the dates for these potlucks via a note sent home in the communication envelope.
TRANSPORTATION
Each family will be responsible for providing transportation for their child/children to and from school. CCA can provide in town transportation home from school. Prior arrangements must be made. CCA will provide pickup and delivery of students riding Unit 15 buses at the Clinton Junior High School.
COMMUNICATION
In order to promote healthy school/home communication each student attending the Academy will be given an envelope to carry correspondence between home and school. All written communication will be sent home in this envelope including but not limited to the following: Notices, calendars, lunch menus, corrective action notices, invoices, field trip information, party information, special events information, classroom business. Parents must read the material, sign the envelope, and return any documents so noted. Forgotten envelopes will result in demerits. After 2 days demerits will double, resulting in possible detention. A charge may be given for any lost or destroyed envelopes. The Academy will replace envelopes worn from normal use from time to time free of charge.
CCA has an Internet address for e-mail correspondence, checked twice daily before school and just prior to dismissal. Please feel free to e-mail questions, comments, or advance notice of student absence (at least 48 hours prior). Our address is timmyjoe_1893@yahoo.com
INCENTIVE PROGRAM
LEVEL “A” RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Complete 2 PACE’s per week-any subject.
2. Maintain academic balance.
3. Accumulate no more than 1 detention the preceding week.
4. Memorize the previous week’s Bible selection.
LEVEL “A” PRIVILEGES
1. May read approved literature or listen to inspirational tapes in office after daily
goals are completed.
2. May engage in approved extracurricular activities in office (i.e. crafts, games,
puzzles, etc.)
3. May attend weekly level field trips.
LEVEL “C” RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Complete 2 PACE’s per week-any subject.
2. Maintain academic balance.
3. Accumulate NO detentions the preceding week.
4. Memorize the previous week’s Bible selection.
5. Present a special monthly 5 minute oral report on an interest area or project.
6. No homework.
LEVEL “C” PRIVILEGES
1. May read approved literature, listen to inspirational tapes, etc., in office at any time during day except at required classes.
2. May engage in approved extracurricular activities in office or participate in other assignments and projects outside of the Learning Center.
3. May be out of seat without permission in Learning Center.
4. May serve on approved projects (i.e. errands, office aid, and student monitor).
5. May attend weekly field trips.
LEVEL “E” RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Complete 2 PACE’s per week-any subject.
2. Maintain academic balance.
3. Accumulate NO detentions.
4. Memorize previous week’s Bible selection.
5. Read and report on a literature book or a book selected from a prepared list.
(May substitute a 5 minute oral report on an interest area or project.) The
report qualifies for a 4-week period.
6. Be available for participation in school activities (chapel/assembly and guest
tours).
7. Must be engaged in some community service on a regular basis (i.e. music,
drama, and visiting shut-ins) or church related service (i.e. bus ministry, evangelism, music, ushering, nursery, junior church, janitorial work, greeting visitors).
8. No homework.
LEVEL “E” PRIVILEGES
1. May read approved literature, listen to inspirational tapes, etc. in office at any
time during the day except at required classes.
2. May engage in approved extracurricular activities in office or participate in other assignments and projects outside of the Learning Center.
3. May be out of seat without permission in Learning Center.
4. May serve on approved projects (i.e. errands, office aid, and student monitor).
5. May leave office and Learning Center at will for approved projects when not committed to other responsibilities or functions.
6. May attend approved off-campus functions of a spiritual nature (i.e. Biblical
conference, work for a political candidate of character who espouses traditional
values, etc.).
7. May attend weekly field trip.
Application for Privileges: Students who believe they have fulfilled the responsibilities for level of privilege status and desire privilege status should assume responsibility for requesting an Application for Privileges form on the Friday preceding their desired week
of privileges. They should complete the form and submit it that day to the supervisor. At opening exercises on Monday, the supervisor will present the privilege status emblem for the student to display during the week.
A student may earn more and more privileges as he assumes more and more responsibilities. Privileges are incentives designed to promote learning achievement.
LOST AND FOUND
The Lost and Found Department of the school is operated from the school office. A handling charge of 500 merits will be charged for each article recovered through lost and found. At the end of a reasonable time, all items which have not been picked up will become the property of the school and may be disposed of at the school’s discretion.
HOMEWORK
The responsibility for scholastic achievement is placed on the students. Most students should not need to take academic work home. The goals set by the student and reviewed by the supervisor are usually no more than the student is capable of completing during the school day. Should the student not meet his goals for that day, he will be required, at the discretion of the supervisor, to complete the work at home or after school in the Learning Center. Should the student have homework, a Homework Slip giving the pages to be completed will be stapled to the PACE. The slip is to be signed by the parent and returned the following day. A demerit will be earned if this does not return the next school day. No resource books may be taken home.
FIRE AND TORNADO DRILLS
Practice fire drills will be held during the school year. At the sound of the alarm, students are to stand and walk out of the building in an orderly manner to a designated place. At ‘all clear’ they may return to the Learning Center in the same orderly manner. Students must walk in line. They are expected to refrain from talking, pushing, or running. Each supervisor will be with his group.
FIELD TRIPS
Pupils who meet the minimum requirements for “A” Privileges earned for the forthcoming week have the honor of attending the weekly field trip. This excursion is held each Friday to provide a regular incentive to those who meet all the minimum responsibilities for the week.
Monthly field trips designed primarily to enrich learning will be scheduled.
Supervisors may ask students to take notes and complete tests upon returning to school.
A natural outgrowth of such trips, which are conducted under the supervision of adults on every occasion, is that students are disciplined in the art of self-control and gracious deportment in various social conditions. Parents are welcome and encouraged to accompany their child. Advance notice would be advised.
HONOR ROLL FIELD TRIP
Quarterly, students whose average for the previous Quarter is 88-93% (Supervisor’s Honor Roll) or 94% or above (Principal’s Honor Roll), and do monthly scripture memory book are treated to breakfast with the principal.
MEMORY VERSE FIELD TRIP
This special outing is offered at the end of the school year to students who have successfully memorized all monthly memory verses in the time allotted for each.
CONGRATULATIONS! SLIPS
Every time a student receives a PACE star, he is given a Congratulations! slip which he takes to his parents to inform them of his achievement. Parents have an excellent opportunity to encourage and compliment the student at this time.
LEARNING CENTER RULES
General:
A student is not permitted to communicate or be out of his office without permission. He should not turn sideways or around in office or tip back in his chair.
Activities not related to prescribed material are not to be conducted in an office unless privileges have been earned.
A flag (such as the Christian flag) should be raised for supervisor guidance in academic difficulties. The American flag is to raised for monitor assistance in nonacademic activities (check out reference book, tape player, use restroom, sharpen pencil, etc.). Personal questions should be asked on break time.
Gum is not allowed on school property.
Sodas are not permitted in the learning center.
Student offices:
Offices are assigned and changed only by supervisor. They must be cared for by the student.
Students may bring their own desk chair.
A chair cushion and approved background material for bulletin board may be brought in by the student.
Anything to be placed in the office must be approved by the supervisor.
Students are not to lean or sit on the office or divider.
Electrical outlets are for approved school equipment only.
The Goal Card is to be kept up-to-date; use pen in setting goals. Goal Card is placed on student office bulletin board.
A Progress Chart is also placed on the student office bulletin board. No marks are to be made on it (a fee is charged for a duplicate).
PACEs:
PACEs are private property and are not to be shared among students.
After a PACE is complete, the PACE is turned in to the supervisor, and the student waits until the following school morning before receiving the Test; he will wait until the following school day before receiving Test results and a new PACE.
Work in PACEs is done in pencil.
Calculators are permitted in the Learning Center only after pace 1075 with the supervisor's discretion.
Goal Card:
The student should keep his Goal Card posted, unobstructed, on his bulletin board.
He should set the exact page numbers of the work for that day in blue ink.
He should cross off daily goals in blue ink when they have been scored and corrected. One single diagonal line is the only acceptable way to cross off a daily goal.
Congratulations! Slips
Take Congratulations! slip home to parents the day it is received.
Score Station:
Score Keys are to be handled carefully.
Mark a red ‘X’ beside each wrong answer. (This indicates to the supervisor that you may need help.)
If working on a PACE which has a score strip, put a red ‘X’ in the first box of the score strip.
Use only red pen supplied at the score table (red pens are never kept at office).
Score Key answers are for scoring work only.
Correct wrong answers in pencil at office.
If working on a PACE which has a score strip, put an ‘X’ in the third box of the score strip in the PACE.
Replace pen in holder.
Replace Score Key in proper place.
Test Table:
After the PACE is completed, scored, restudied, and turned in, the Test is issued the following morning. Tests are administered at the Test Table.
Media Stations:
Computer-related academics are completed at the Learning Center media station. Students will be required to purchase and maintain specified computer disks.
GENERAL COMMENTS FOR PARENTS AND STUDENTS
Griping:
Griping is not tolerated (detentions for violations).
Property:
Marked on, defaced or broken property is to be replaced at the offending student’s expense.
Guns, matches, lighters, knives, radios, student’s tapes, and gum are not permitted on campus. Possession of weapons of any kind is grounds for immediate suspension/expulsion. Police will be notified immediately. Parents will be notified.
Language:
Use only words which will glorify the Lord.
“Six-Inch” Rule:
ALL students should keep “hands off other students.” ---”six inch rule,” “no back talk”, and no “monkey business”.
P.E. Equipment:
When a student checks out physical education equipment, he is responsible to return it or pay for it.
Lunch Procedures:
Eat only at assigned areas.
Put trash in wastebaskets.
Clean off table.
Go to recreational area after receiving permission to be dismissed.
Off Limits:
Other students’ offices
Learning Center Control Station and files
Computer and related equipment and materials
Learning Center when staff is not in attendance
Autos and parking lot
(Closed campus policy: Students may not leave the school grounds during school hours without permission.)
Music:
Only that which has been approved by staff is permitted. Christian music only!
Books/Magazines:
Must be approved by supervisor upon student’s arrival at school.
Student Bulletin Boards and Offices:
Only “positive” approved items are allowed.
Parties:
Parties are not school-sponsored unless parents receive a notification letter from the principal.
Visitors:
All visitors and parents must report to the school office and obtain a pass from the office before entering the Learning center.
Transportation:
Cars and bikes should be locked. All students must stay out of and off vehicles from time of arrival until departure. Only licensed drivers are permitted to drive autos to and from school.
No playing is allowed in the parking lot.
Telephone Use:
The school phone is reserved for official school business and emergencies. Students desiring to place emergency call must have their supervisor’s permission.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
It is our policy that no student is excused from the required physical education course without a doctor’s written excuse.
Detentions will be given if a child fails to be in complete P.E. uniform each P.E. period,
or fails to participate and cheerfully compete. Repeated offenses double the penalty.
The athletic program of this school is a coordinated effort; therefore, students are requested not to bring athletic equipment from home. They are not to expect use of school equipment except during planned and/or authorized activities.
SCHOOL INSURANCE
Insurance is the responsibility of the parents.
GRADUATION
To be eligible to graduate from the 8th grade a student must complete all assigned paces through pace 1096.
To be eligible for 12th grade graduation a student must complete all required work before the end of the 12th grade year. If work is not finished in time they must wait until the following year’s graduation for the ceremony. A diploma will be given at the time of work being completed.
In case of premature expulsion or dismissal no student will be eligible for graduation.
corrected 5/23/2007
Clinton Christian Academy
801 S. Mulberry St, Clinton, Il
1-217-935-9414
2007/2008
