2008-2009

119 Myrtle Ave.

Hollister, MO 65672

417-334-7084 (school)

Dane Braden

Laura Braden

Terry Kellman

Dr. Tony Orlando

Dr. Ralph LeBlanc

Dr. Kim Boyd

Theresa Burdine CPA

Laura Braden

Holly Gregory

Ivy Jones

Becky Braden

2008-2009

Student Handbook

Where Values Are A Must

is to be a school of learning

where students, parents, and teachers are followers of Christ

and are fully committed to keep Him preeminent in every aspect

of the learning program.

is to glorify God

by providing a Christ-centered education,

by influencing each for salvation in Christ,

by instructing in values for Godly living, and

by providing a program of academic excellence.

Trinity Christian Academy is accredited by the North Central Association and the International Christian Accrediting Association and is a member of the Oral Roberts University Educational Fellowship as well as the Association of Christian School International.

God is triune (one God in three persons); namely, God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. God is the Creator of heaven and earth. Man is the direct act of creation by God. Jesus Christ, God's incarnate, virgin-born Son, took on human flesh to shed His blood on Calvary's cross for the salvation of mankind from sin. He was buried and rose bodily on the third day. He ascended into heaven and will return one day to rapture all believers into heaven. The Holy Spirit indwells all believers and guides and instructs them through the Word of God. There is a literal heaven to gain and a literal hell to shun. Salvation is based on a personal recognition of sin and complete faith (reliance) upon the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ for the salvation of the soul.

The school's highest priority is spiritual training. After receiving Christ as personal Savior, it is vital that a child be taught the Bible and the claims of Jesus Christ on the life of each individual. Conformity to Christ's image (Romans 8:29) is the ultimate goal of spiritual training. Proper Christian character and a right view of life begin with a proper relationship to God through Jesus Christ and a view of life based on the Word of God. Rigorous academics are stressed at every level. Not only are cognitive skills strengthened through standard and honors courses, but students are taught to think within the boundaries of the Bible. All truth is recognized as God's truth and is not in conflict with the Scriptures. Proper social relations are Bible-based in a Christian school. What some would call "old-fashioned" decency and morality is what is believed to be the proper stance for the Christian. In a day when it is accepted to "do as you please" the Christian school stresses self control, respect for law and order, patriotism and Bible morality.

In order to provide a well-rounded education, art, music, sports and computer training are included in a wholesome Christian atmosphere.

Students are encouraged to aspire to excellence in their academic studies and to maximum use of the many resources available inside and outside of the classroom to enrich the learning experience. Trinity Christian Academy is a Christian institution and we believe it is important to have a strong academic program that will allow our students to excel in their chosen field. Training in Christian character demands that a student do his best in every endeavor of study.

Academic growth is greatly facilitated when parents are kept aware of student progress.

A progress report will be sent home at the end of four weeks. These must be signed by the parent and returned to the teacher the following day. Report cards will be sent home with the student at the end of each nine-week grading period. A parent's signature is required on the report card.

GRADING SCALE:

A 95-100 4.0 GPA

A- 90-94 3.7 GPA

B+ 87-89 3.3GPA

B 83-86 3.0 GPA

B- 80-82 2.7 GPA

C+ 77-79 2.3 GPA

C 73-76 2.0 GPA

C- 70-72 1.7 GPA

D+ 67-69 1.3 GPA

D 63-66 1.0 GPA

D- 60-62 0.7 GPA

F 59 and below 0

Dual enrollment is offered through Oral Robert’s University, College of the Ozarks, and Ozark Technical College at this time.

Total number of credits: 28

Subject areas and credits required:

Bible 4 credits (one for each year at Trinity)

English 4 credits

Mathematics 3 credits

Science 3 credits

History 3 credit

Personal Finance .5 credit

Physical Education 1 credits

Health .5 credit

Practical Arts 1.0

Fine Arts 1.0 credit

Electives 7.0 credits

Note: A total of 28 high school credits, including core requirements, are required to graduate and earn a high school diploma. Bible is required for each year attending Trinity Christian Academy.

Standards of behavior and conduct are based on Biblical truths, which promote obedience to God, respect for authority, love and respect for one’s self, and one’s fellow man.

HELP CLASSES

All teachers at TCA will offer after-school help Tuesday through Friday 3:30-4:00. These help classes may be initiated by the teacher or the parent. If tutoring is needed more than 2 times a week there will be a charge for the extra services. (This extra fee is charged by the tutoring teachers). Often by taking advantage of this kind of help a student can avoid failure.

TRANSFER OF COLLEGE CREDITS

Please note that the acceptance of college credit is dependent on the receiving college or university.

DROPPING OR ADDING COURSES

l. Students can drop non-required courses up to three weeks into the first grading period. Students dropping a course after the three-week deadline will receive an “F” for the semester.

2. After the first grading period, a student can make interdepartmental changes (example: from one math to another math). A teacher recommendation and teacher/parent conference is required.

3. The only other time a non-required course can be dropped is at semester break following a teacher/parent conference and guidance office recommendation.

All required courses must be taken on first impulse at Trinity Christian Academy.

An exception to the academic policy for one is not meant as an exception in the academic policy for anyone else.

TRANSFER STUDENTS

Trinity Christian Academy's policy for transfer credits is one of full faith and credit for all credits awarded by the transferring school. For students who transfer mid-year, credits for in-progress courses will be evaluated and assigned by the guidance department.

PROGRESS REPORTS

Progress reports will be sent on a four weeks basis.

REPORT CARDS

Report cards are issued on a nine-week basis.

The Stanford Achievement Test is given annually to all students (see note below regarding seniors).

On a voluntary basis, senior high school students can take the Preliminary Scholastic Attitude Test (PSAT), the Preliminary ACT Assessment (PLAN) and the Armed Service Vocational Abilities Battery (ASVAB). The guidance office will establish registration procedures and testing dates. Scores and results will be sent to parents when they arrive from the scoring agencies. A copy will be filed with the student's cumulative folder.

Information and registration forms for the Scholastic Attitude Test (SAT) and the American College Testing Assessment (ACT) are available in the guidance office or on-line. Scores and results will be mailed to the student direct from the scoring agencies. A copy will be filed in the student's cumulative folder.

Enrollment follows the guidelines listed below while understanding that priority enrollment is accorded to the children that are current students in good standing.

1. After satisfying all requirements and meeting one of the principals or assistants for an interview, parents of prospective new students K5-6^th can obtain the necessary enrollment/admissions information from the administration office.

2. Students in the seventh through twelfth grades must be formally interviewed by the principal or administrator complete admission screening. Students will be evaluated based on review of academic and behavioral records.

3. After successful completion of admission screening, the principal will give approval or denial for the enrollment process to continue.

4. Trinity Christian Academy requires that all parents read the student handbook for their child's grade level. From the back of that handbook, the CONDITIONS OF ENROLLMENT AND PLEDGE OF COOPERATION is to be signed, dated, and turned in with the registration materials. No registration will be complete nor a student accepted as enrolled until this signed and dated document is on file in the administration office.

5. The completed enrollment forms must be returned to the administration office along with copies of your child's immunization records (including dates) and/or health records and birth certificate.

6. Acceptance letters or phone calls will notify parents of their student’s acceptance. In some cases, parents will be asked to have a conference with the grade level principal. In these cases, acceptance will not be granted until the school, the student, and the family have met and agreed upon any and all conditions of enrollment which may be dictated by the results of the discipline records and interview.

NOTE: Registration is not complete until all fees are paid and the pledge of cooperation is signed.

7. All new students must participate in the screening program as established by the

administration to determine their eligibility. If records are sent over from another accredited school or a public school the student will be enrolled based on the records. If a child needs to be screened for any reason the administration will administer all testing.

Students can be denied enrollment based upon any one of several factors. These include but are not limited to:

1. Having been expelled from their previous school(s) or having withdrawn to avoid such action.

2. Discipline involving aggressive behavior, drug-related offenses, weapons violations, immorality or significant absenteeism.

3. Enrolling under false pretense.

4. Providing false information.

5. Withholding significant information

All children must be under designated supervision while they are on the school campus.

Before school - Children should plan to arrive on campus no earlier than 7:30 a.m. If your child arrives before the 8:25am warning bell they need to go to the outer school building where they will be supervised by a teacher.

After school - Elementary children who are not picked up by 3:30 p.m. will have to go late day until their parents arrive. If your child is to be picked up during the school day, he must be checked out through the office.

ATHLETICS

TEAM SPORTS

Seasonal extra curricular athletic teams are available.

Boys: Basketball & Track

Girls: Volleyball, Cheerleading, Basketball, Track

Students must maintain a 2.0 grade point average and meet other requirements for eligibility.

ELIGIBILITY:

Students whose grades show continual struggle or failure may be required to withdraw from athletic activities when it seems that their time would be better spent on classroom academic pursuits.

As a member of the NCA and ICAA, Trinity Christian Academy is in complete compliance with the bylaws as they pertain to student athletic eligibility:

A student must have a cumulative high school grade point average of 2.0 or above on a 4.0 unweighted scale or its equivalent in all courses taken that are required by Statues at the conclusion of each semester to be eligible during the following semester.

Regular attendance is expected of all students at Trinity Christian Academy. The administration asks that parents assist us by having their children in school unless missing is an absolute necessity. Excessive absences, early dismissals, and/or tardiest may result in a student’s dismissal from Trinity Christian Academy. Students sent to the office will be officially signed out at the time he/she is removed from the classroom; not the time he/she departs the Academy.

Parents may request make-up work for students absent from school. Requests for make-up work should be made before 9:00 a.m. and in most cases the work will not be available until after lunch.

A student absent for any reason must bring a written excuse from the parent or guardian upon return to school. Any student who checks out, for the day, before 11:30 a.m. will be counted absent. This check out time is in place for full days as well as half days. The official start time is 8:30a.m. Tardiest, except for a doctor, dentist or orthodontist appointment, are not waived. (See #2 above.) A child is tardy if not in the classroom by 8:30 a.m. Any student who is not in school by 11:30 a.m. will be counted absent. Eighteen (18) absences in one year will result in failure.

Chapel is a vital part of any Christian school. Chapel normally meets every Wednesday.

A weekly chapel program is organized under the direction of the school Chaplin. Its purpose is both evangelism and edification of the student body. Group singing, special music, and excellent preaching are the important components of this ministry. Chapel is required for every student. Students will receive grades for attendance, proper dress (See chapel dress code under dress code), and appropriate behavior.

Proper discipline sets the stage for proper learning. At Trinity Christian Academy we believe in preventative as well as corrective discipline. This would include positive incentives as well as punitive correction measures. Children need boundaries and consistent leadership to achieve their highest potentials. Although some methods of discipline would, of necessity, vary according to a student's age and maturity level, our goal would be to provide outward controls until self-control could be taught and then become an integral part of a child's character. Good discipline is ordained of God. "Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it." Proverbs 22:6

ALL STUDENTS ARE ACCEPTED ON A PROBATIONARY BASIS. THE SCHOOL RESERVES THE RIGHT TO DISMISS ANY STUDENT WHO DOES NOT COOPERATE WITH THE EDUCATIONAL PROCESS OR WHOSE ATTITUDES AND ACTIONS ARE NOT IN HARMONY WITH THE SPIRITUAL ATMOSPHERE NURTURED HERE.

Since good discipline sets the stage for proper learning to take place, it is essential that a class be under control. We ask students to practice the behavior that provides everyone the opportunity to learn. Students must display self-control, show respect to adult supervision, complete assigned tasks on time and as directed. We want to maintain a school environment that is safe, friendly and productive.

If a teacher must be constantly correcting students, the obedient students are the ones who suffer since academic progress is impaired. There are a variety of methods available to the teacher and administration to improve student behavior. Remember each situation is different and the below consequences are subject to change depending on the administrations decisions.

CATEGORY I: 1 days detention

CATEGORY II: 1 day 0SS

It is school policy for teachers to call parents when 1 Quiz or Test has been failed and/or 2 or more work assignments are missing. Also when a detention is administered a phone call will be made as well.

0SS RULES OF OPERATION

In harmony with the mission statement of Trinity Christian Academy, and in partnership with our families, we expect students and their families to hold high standards of personal appearance. We do so because Christians are admonished in the scriptures to observe the principles of modesty and the glorification of God.

(I Peter 3:3-4) “Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as braided hair and the wearing of gold jewelry and fine clothes. Instead, it should be that of your inner self the

unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.”

(I Corinthians 10:31, 32) “Whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. Do not cause anyone to stumble.”

We believe that the scriptures give us ample standards as to our appearance. Our dress and personal hygiene should reflect a heart, which is sensitive and obedient toward God. The way we dress and care for ourselves is a testimony to others as well as a reflection of our school.

The biblical norms discussed above are Trinity Christian Academy basis for requiring each student and their parents to pledge their support for the dress code policy. Attractiveness, appropriateness, modesty, desire to please the Lord, and the establishment of a focused learning environment, serve as the basis for the guidelines of our school’s dress standard. Any type of attire which attracts undue attention to the wearer, and thus causes a disturbance in the school, is in poor taste and not acceptable.

We believe that in a Christian environment there must be room for individual choices, as long as these choices are not contrary to God’s Word or an undue distraction to other students or School employees. With Christian values as the overriding directive, parents allow their children to gradually make choices, realizing that they may enjoy the benefits of their choices and also must be willing to accept the possible consequences.

A. Trinity Christian Academy wants to partner with the family’s responsibility while reserving the right to establish and enforce the following guidelines. In order to provide a productive, positive and consistent learning environment, the School administration reserves the right to determine the appropriateness of any clothing, haircut, makeup, jewelry or peripheral items not specifically covered in the Trinity Academy Dress Code Policy.

B. We will dress in such a way that our living testimony will glorify the Lord Jesus Christ. (Colossians 3:17) “And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”

C. We will dress in a way that embraces habits of cleanliness, modesty, neatness and good grooming. Because of our respect for ourselves and for others we expect appropriate and modest clothing.

D. We believe that there is a definite relationship between appropriate dress habits, strong work habits, and proper school behavior. Modest and appropriate dress is an important part of a wholesome, productive school atmosphere.

E. We are to maintain the obvious differentiation between the sexes. Girls should appear feminine, neat and modest; and boys should be neat, masculine and modest at all times.

CLOTHING AND HYGIENE GUIDELINES

(For all grades, unless otherwise mentioned)

Hair is to be clean, neatly groomed and out of the eyes for both boys and girls. Extreme or sensational (i.e. included but not limited to: unnatural colors, long over shaved cuts or dreadlocks, boys’ ponytails or braided hair) hairstyles are not allowed.

Headwear is not appropriate during regular school hours.

Jewelry and cosmetics are to be used in moderation. Piercing are acceptable on ears only. Elementary: Dime-size earrings or smaller are appropriate for the girls. Wallet chains or any other type chain is inappropriate. (Earrings are not allowed for boys.)

Visible tattoos are unacceptable.

Halter tops, backless, or short shirts or tops (with abdominal or back skin showing) are not allowed. Boys’ shirts are to have sleeves and girls’ shirts are to have shoulders or straps at least two inches wide or more.

Clothing designs (slogans, off-color or questionable verse) or endorsement of products must be consistent with the Christian commitment. Decals, logos, pictures and advertisement may not refer to gambling and alcohol, tobacco, drugs or drug paraphernalia, secular music groups or individual artists, secular radio stations, or negative mass media.

Any Christian Character & Bible verse T-shirts are great

All pants are to be properly fitted in waist and length. They must be clean, neat and hemmed with no significant, fashionable holes or tears. Cotton-type sweats are not acceptable during school hours. “Leggings/stretch pants are acceptable only if worn with a long top 0r dress, which covers the buttocks.

Elementary: Nylon-type” sweats/pants or warm-up suits are appropriate

Elementary: Shorts are to be worn under skirts and dresses.

Shorts may be worn. All shorts must be properly fitted at the waist, hemmed as well as with no significant fashionable holes and be modest in length (mid-thigh or longer) and style.

All dresses must follow the same appropriate and modest guidelines as tops. All dresses and skirts must be a modest length.

Footwear is mandatory. Household slippers are not acceptable.

All students are to wear T-Shirts and appropriate length shorts. If sophie shorts are worn, spandex shorts are to be worn underneath. Appropriate gym shoes are to be worn at all times. No street shoes are allowed on the gym floors. Students are to dress out everyday during P.E. class.

Enforcement:

Students choosing not to abide by the TCA’s dress code rationale, objectives and guidelines may be given a verbal warning and asked to immediately correct the situation. If the administration determines that a change of clothing is necessary, the violation shall be documented, the parents shall be notified, and the student shall be asked to go home to change their clothing. The student shall also receive unexcused absence(s) for any class period(s) missed.

Should a problem continue with a particular student after clear warnings have been given, appropriate action will be taken by the administration. No warnings may be given in extreme cases as determined by the administration. Appropriate action may include, but is not limited to, detention, suspension or expulsion in accordance with TCA Discipline Policy.

Trinity Christian Academy has a “Zero Drug Tolerance” program in place for the protection of our students and preservation of school atmosphere. Random drug testing may take place at the discretion of the administration. If student refuses testing a positive result will be given. If any student tests positive the will be asked to withdrawal from TCA.

The elementary offers, along with regular classroom instruction, P.E., music, and art.

Teachers at Trinity Christian Academy have the proper spiritual as well as academic qualifications. The first through high school teachers are college graduates and almost all are certified to teach as well. Each teacher embraces a Christian philosophy of education. These teachers carry out, under the administration, the purpose of the institution in the classroom and on the campus.

Parents will be notified in advance of field trips. Written permission from parent or guardian will be required. Remember that all school dress codes will be in effect for students. In most situations parents are allowed to go on field trips. Children of other ages or grades are not allowed to attend. If you are uncertain as to whether an item of clothing is within the dress code boundaries, please check it with your child's teacher before the day of the trip.

Because field trips are an extension of classroom learning, attendance is expected. If a student is not going on a scheduled field trip they are still required to attend school on that day. If the student does not report to school on a scheduled field trip day, they will receive an absentee and that day will be counted in the 18 days allowed per school year. Also a detention will be administered because it falls under the category one disciplinary consequences.

As with any school Activity, Trinity Christian Academy seeks to maintain the highest Christian testimony. Any person not conducting themselves in an appropriate manner will be asked to disassociate from the group.

Late charges:

All payments for tuition, extended education, or any other charges paid through the academy will be due on the first day of each month.

Accounts that become 30 days delinquent will result in withdrawal of the student.

Checks fees and other information’s

A $25.00 returned check fee will be charged for each time a check is returned by your bank. Checks returned for the first time will be re-deposited. After two (2) returned checks, cash, money order, or cashier’s check must be used to make payments.

If parents expect their child's report card to be released at the end of the school year, personal checks must be received in the business office ten (10) days before the last day of school. Otherwise, cash, money order, or cashier’s check must be used to make payments. All official academic records and transcripts will be held until any outstanding balance is satisfied.

Late Day Charges

This program is offered for the convenience of working parents who wish to have their children to remain after school after 3:30p.m. This supervised program is offered for an additional $7 a day fee to the parents. This fee for late day is paid directly to the late day teacher.

Sending money to school

Money should be sent to school in a sealed envelope with the following information on the outside of the envelope: 1. Child’s first and last name, 2. Amount and purpose of the money, and 3. Teachers name or grade.

Fundraising

Students may participate, on an elective basis, in the occasional fund-raising activities of the school. Fund raising serves individual organizations within the school. All fund raising must be approved and scheduled through the administrator's office. Students and parents are strongly discouraged from conducting door-to-door sales.

ILLNESS POLICY

We strive to maintain a healthy environment for students to learn in. If a child is ill, he should remain at home. A student must be fever free (below 100.5) for twenty-four hours without medication before returning to school. A physician note may be required to return to class. The following are guidelines for re-entry to school for many common illnesses. Questions or pertinent information regarding a child’s illness should be directed to the school office.

• Viral Sore Throats, Colds: Child must be able to participate in all school activities and should not be tired or listless. Severe coughs must be under control. Temperature must be normal for 24 hours.

• Diarrhea, Vomiting: Child should be symptom free for at least 24 hours and able to keep food down. Temperature must be normal for 24 hours.

• Streptococcal Sore Throats/Scarlet Fever: Child must be on an antibiotic for at least 24 hours. Temperature must be normal for 24 hours.

• Infectious Rashes, Ringworm, Impetigo, and Scabies: Child must be under effective treatment (medication) for 24 hours. Exposed ringworm must be covered while at school.

• Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye): Child must be under prescription treatment for at least 24 hours. Eyes must not be draining.

• Chickenpox, Shingles: Notify the school office if you suspect your child has chickenpox or shingles. Child may return to school when every pustule is dry and scabbed over.

• Head Lice: We maintain a “nit free” policy. Re-entry to class must be approved by school personnel. Please notify the clinic if your child has head lice. When a report is received, all children in the classroom and/or grade level are checked.

A student will be sent home if he/she has any of the above, untreated symptoms or at the discretion of the school office. Pick up should be within one hour of notification.

STUDENTS WITH ASTHMA

State Statutes mandate that a physician must authorize a student to carry and self-administer an asthma inhaler at school. There are specific forms available for the physician to complete. Forms must be maintained annually. Students who are authorized to carry an asthma inhaler must keep the inhaler in the pharmacy labeled container. Trinity Christian Academy reserves the right to resend physician authorization if inhaler guidelines are not adhered to.

Inhalers kept in the office do not require physician authorization, but must be in pharmacy labeled container and the parent must complete information and authorization forms.

MEDICATION IN SCHOOL

Written authorization is required for ALL medication. Verbal permission is not recognized. Only in person or faxed requests will be accepted.

School stocked medication: The school office stocks Tylenol and Ibuprofen. These medications are available for students with minor pain who do not need to go home. The following guidelines are followed before administering medication.

1. A specific form is completed and signed by the parent annually authorizing administration. (This form includes a medical profile.)

2. The duration of the pain is greater than one hour.

3. The quality of pain requires medication.

4. The student has eaten a meal prior to taking the medication.

5. The student has not taken pain medication in the last four hours.

6. The administration is documented and a form is sent home alerting the parent.

7. The clinic maintains communication with the parent for recurring or regular office visits.

Medication brought from home: Students are not permitted to carry and/or self-

administer any medication, prescription or over the counter. Medication must be turned in to the office upon arrival at school with a written parent authorization.

1. All OTC medicine must be in its original labeled container - medication received in baggies will be disposed of.

2. All prescription medicine must be brought in the original pharmacy labeled container. This pharmacy label represents physician authorization.

3. Medication must be in date

4. Medication will be dispensed according to manufacturers or pharmacy labeling only. Any changes must be in writing from the physician.

5. Written request must be on a school form, or from the parent listing the medication name, the reason for the medication, the time and route to give the medication, and the last time the medication was given.

6. Students found carrying and/or self-administering medication at school will face disciplinary action.

Homeopathic medication: It is the policy of Trinity Christian Academy that all homeopathic and/or herbal remedies will not be recognized as treatment for illness. Additionally, no homeopathic or herbal medication will be administered at school or by school personnel. A physician prescribed antibiotic is required for the treatment of bacterial infections which may include but are not limited to: conjunctivitis (pink eye), streptococcal, staphylococcal, and pneumococcal infections.

Only students with life threatening conditions will be permitted to carry life-saving medications such as an “Epi-Pen.” Information forms and a request from the physician must be on file and maintained annually.

The parent is responsible to notify school clinic and staff regarding changes in health or medication throughout the school year.

REPORTABLE DISEASES

Trinity Christian Academy desires to maintain a healthful school environment by instituting controls designed to prevent the spread of communicable diseases. The term "communicable disease" shall mean an illness which arises as a result of a specific infectious agent which may be transmitted either by a susceptible host or infected person or animal to another person. A teacher or administration official who reasonably suspects that a student or employee has a communicable disease shall immediately notify the school office. Any student or employee with a communicable disease for which immunization is required by law or is available shall be temporarily excluded from school while ill and during recognized periods of communicability. Students and employees with communicable disease for which immunization is not available shall be excluded from school while ill. If the nature of the disease and circumstances warrant, TCA may require an independent physician's examination of the student or employee to verify the diagnosis of communicable disease. Trinity Christian Academy reserves the right to make all final decisions necessary to enforce its communicable disease policy and to take all necessary action to control the spread of communicable disease within the school. Necessary action may include withdrawal from the school.

Believing that homework is an integral part of the school program, a teacher is at liberty to give homework. THEREFORE, EACH STUDENT IS EXPECTED TO SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE HIS HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS EACH DAY.

Homework is given for several purposes: for drill, for practice, for creative activity, for remedial purposes, and for individual projects relating to school studies. An assignment sheet will be given to each student on Monday’s by each high school teacher for their classes. Students who do not complete their homework can be penalized through grade reduction and/or an office referral.

Honor roll is an achievable but difficult task. There are two parts - the all "A" and the "A/B" honor roll. "A/B" honor roll means no grade lower than a "B" in any quarter.

Trinity Christian Academy does not provide student accident insurance for students. Medical requirements for student injuries suffered at school will be the responsibility of the parent. We suggest that all students be covered under a family health insurance plan. Voluntary student accident insurance coverage will be made available during the first week of school each year for parents who would desire supplemental accident insurance. Trinity Christian Academy does not necessarily endorse this insurance company or its representative but simply makes the program available as a service to parents.

The school assumes no liability or responsibility for the safekeeping of equipment, books, collections or money collected from students. Also, the school assumes no liability or responsibility for any items that are lost or stolen from classrooms, hallways, storage areas, outside areas, other places on campus, at athletic practices and games, or at any other school activity.

Any exception for one in any policy is not meant as an exception for anyone else.

The library is visited by each elementary class once per week. Grades l-3 can check out one book per week and grades 4-6 may check out two books per week. A small late fee may be charged for books that are not returned in the specified time. The library is also available for research.

Each student in High School and Jr. High will be assigned a locker. All lockers remain the property of Trinity Christian Academy and properly authorized persons may gain access at any time it is deemed necessary. All High School and Jr. High locker must have a locks. Locks will be available in office for $5.00.

The office is the designated place for lost and found articles. Lost and found articles will be cleared each month. Clothing and personal items not claimed at that time will be disposed of. MANY MORE ITEMS COULD BE RETURNED IF THEY WERE PROPERLY LABELED.

Hot lunches will be offered on a daily basis. Price TBA.

NOTE: Senior will be given the privilege of leaving for lunch on Fridays.

A student may be denied enrollment based upon parent/guardian’s lack of cooperation or support.

A student may be denied re-enrollment for reasons including, but not limited to the following:

1. Parents will not cooperate with the administration of the school.

2. A child’s conduct is detrimental to the well being of the other students or teachers.

3. The child’s behavior demands more time and attention than we feel is reasonable to expect from our school.

4. Previous unpaid bills.

Trinity Christian Academy admits students & staff of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students and staff at the academy. It also does not discriminate on the basis of admissions policies, educational policies, scholarships and loan programs, or athletic and other school-administered programs.

No lecturers, visitors, posters, literature, sale items, tapes or videos are allowed in a classroom without permission from the administration.

A Thanksgiving party, a Christmas party, a Valentines day party, and an end of the year party are the only regular parties in the school year. A child's birthday may be celebrated. This will be worked into the day's activities at the teacher's discretion. Please notify the teacher in advance.

Parents may visit their child’s classrooms by permission only and for a limited time. Those wishing to do so should notify the child’s teacher and arrange the visit through the office.

Parents are invited to participate as actively as they choose in school events. Field trips need chaperones, classrooms need room mothers, booster clubs welcome volunteers.

An important part of effective teaching is good parent/teacher communication. We welcome your involvement concerning your child’s progress. Any time you desire a conference, simply leave word at the school office and you will be called to make arrangements. Please do not interrupt school activity by going to the classroom to talk to the teacher. If immediate information must be given to the teacher, please go to the office and someone will convey the message or escort you personally. After school, teachers are often involved with help class, teacher’s meeting, conferences, etc. Therefore it is necessary for parents to make an appointment to meet with their student’s teacher. Often small matters may be taken care of by sending a note to the teacher.

Because teachers at Trinity Christian Academy are professionals, the correct way to

address them is by their last name preceded by Mr., Mrs., or Miss on campus even if they are a personal friend. It is never correct to address a staff member by his first name or the first initial of his last name.

It is expected that all faculty and staff of Trinity Christian Academy be treated with proper courtesy and respect.

Trinity Christian Academy uses the ABEKA curriculum. Students are taught Bible, basic phonics, reading, writing, math, social studies, English, and science. Music, computer skills, library and physical education are also incorporated into the regular school day. Curriculum elements include Biblical values, character development, Godly attitudes, and academic mastery.

All textbooks, including workbooks, need to be bought through the TCA. Your child may be able to buy used books from the school for a discount price. Please see the office to check for your Childs book lists and to see if we have any of the books you need to buy.

If a parent requests a transfer of his student to another class, it is referred to the principal for consideration. Only after "all other means" of resolving problems have been exhausted, will consideration of class change be given. If at all possible the student must learn to adjust for a harmonious relationship. Transfers are not dealt with in a casual manner. All official records are exchanged between schools. Parents do not act as carriers to the accepting school. Please see the administration office for further detail.

Everyone should check in with the office when entering the building. Neither parent nor visitors should go directly to a child's classroom. In addition, any student leaving early must be signed out and picked up at the office. Safety precautions prevent us from sending students to other parts of the campus to meet their parents or ride without written permission.

Students are not allowed to use the office phones except in case of an emergency. Emergencies would not include calling parents to have them bring homework, lunches, projects or a change of clothes for sports activities. Please plan ahead so that the office can function with maximum efficiency.

Parents visiting classrooms must arrange this visit ahead of time. Conferences may be arranged with your child's teacher through the office. Please do not go directly to your child's classroom during the school day. All contacts must be arranged through the office.

Withdrawals from school must be initiated and processed through the individual school offices. Withdrawal is not complete until the withdrawal form is turned in to the administration office.

Revised 8/2008