Welcome to Calvary Chapel Christian School of Spokane
Our staff is dedicated to serving the Lord through serving you and your children. The teachers will allow the Lord to minister through them by the power of the Holy Spirit. We are grateful for the opportunity that God has given us in beginning this ministry at Calvary Chapel Spokane Valley.
This Manual has been designed as a tool to help familiarize you with our school and specific policies pertaining to kindergarten through fifth grades. Please read it carefully, and be sure that you understand the guidelines, which have been established with the student’s best interest in mind. We want you to understand what Calvary Chapel Christian School offers and what is expected in return.
We anticipate having a great year, and we are looking forward to what God has for all of us at Calvary Chapel Christian School this year! If you have any questions, or if we can be of service to you in any way, please don’t hesitate to call the School Office at 509-921-9460.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to make disciples of Jesus Christ by encouraging students to effectively integrate biblical truth into their daily lives, seek academic excellence, and become a godly influence in the world.
Philosophy of Christian Education
The educational philosophy of CCCS is based on the truth that God’s Word is the standard for all truth, and that the Bible is the inspired, inerrant and authoritative Word of God. God has created and sustains all things. Therefore, the universe and man were created by God to glorify Him. Because of the sin nature of man, he cannot, through his own efforts, know or glorify God. It is only by man’s choosing of God’s free gift of salvation through His Son, Jesus Christ that he can enter into a true relationship with his Creator.
Working closely with parents and the church in all phases of the students’ development, our responsibilities encompass the spiritual, mental, intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of our students. This philosophy promotes high academic standards helping students achieve skills in creative and critical thinking using a biblically-based curriculum. Therefore, Bible cannot be treated only as a separate academic area, but must be the foundation and motivating force for all curriculum.
The Philosophy of Christian Education for Calvary Chapel Christian School shall be the guiding tool to apply biblical principles to teaching practices. All philosophies of subjects, policies of the school, curriculum materials and teaching methods shall conform to our Philosophy of Christian Education.
STATEMENT OF FAITH:
1. We believe the Bible to be inspired, the only infallible, authoritative Word of God.
2. We believe there is one God, eternally existent in three persons, the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
3. We believe in the Deity of Christ, in His virgin birth, in His sinless life, in His miracles, in His vicarious and atoning death, in His resurrection from the dead, in His ascension to the right hand of the Father and in His personal return in power and glory.
4. We believe in the absolute necessity of regeneration by the Holy Spirit for salvation because of the exceeding sinfulness of human nature.
5. We believe in the resurrection of both the saved and the lost; they that are saved unto the resurrection of life, and they that are lost unto the resurrection of damnation.
6. We believe in the spiritual unity of believers in Christ.
7. Our supreme desire is to know Christ and be conformed to His image by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Enrollment and Admissions Policy
Calvary Chapel Christian School is an outreach of Calvary Chapel Spokane Valley. All children of parents who desire a Christian education for their children are welcome to submit an application to the school office. Calvary Chapel Christian School makes no distinction concerning an individual’s race, color, or ethnic origin because we acknowledge that there is no preferential treatment with God (Romans 2:11). It extends to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities made available at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnic background in administration, educational policies, financial aid or other school-administered programs. Applications are available in the school office during the year.
A child must be five years of age on or before September 1, of the year that they are to enter school in order to be enrolled in Kindergarten classes. Kindergarten students entering school are required by state law to have all required immunizations. All enrollments of students, both new and re-enrollments are handled through the school office.
Admission Procedures
CCCS seeks to admit students who are committed to spiritual, personal and intellectual growth.
1. The applicant must submit the Student Application, completed and signed by parents, and the registration fee to the office.
2. Student testing will be scheduled.
3. Parents will complete the admissions process by completing additional registration forms.
All students are required by law to have immunization records and birth certificates on file with the school office before school begins.
Once the student has been officially enrolled we will request the CUM folder from the school previously attended.
Accounting & Tuition
1. In order to register, all previous balances must be current.
2. Registration, Testing & Book Fee: Call the school office for current prices. This fee is non-refundable.
3. Tuition: Calvary Chapel Christian School is a ministry of Calvary Chapel Spokane Valley. All expenses are paid out of tuition and registration payments. We have been able to offer a relatively low tuition compared to many private schools. The first month’s tuition is due in August.
Leaving During the School Year
1. If withdrawing a student, you will be refunded or charged on a cost-per-day basis. Thus, if you withdraw during the school year, you will be charged for the total days your student was enrolled.
2. Make sure the school office is formally notified by you in person. If you fail to notify us, it will be assumed that your child is still enrolled; and you will be charged accordingly. It would be best, if possible, to notify the school office at least one week in advance of the withdrawal. This will help expedite the transfer of appropriate files to the next school.
4. Withdrawal Fee: If you withdraw your child and you have paid in full, you will be charged a 10% administrative fee.
Tuition and Child Care Payments
Every family is given a contract agreement to sign which states the total amount of tuition due for the entire school year. Parents have the option of paying in full or electing a payment plan.
The installment plan allows you to make 11 equal monthly payments beginning August 1st, with consecutive payments due on the 1st of each month and considered late after the 10th day of the month. We ask that you please mail or deliver your tuition payments by the first of each month, beginning with the month of August. A late fee of $25.00 will be added to your account if tuition payment is not received by the 10th of each month.
Child Care bills are due monthly, upon receipt.
Please note that payments received will be applied to invoices in the order that they were charged to your account. You cannot designate your payment for tuition if other charges exist on your account.
Past Due Accounts
Tuition is due on the first of each month. Any tuition payments not received by the 10th of the month will be considered past due. You will be expected to contact us if your account becomes past due. This will allow you to resolve the matter in a way that will not jeopardize your child’s position in school. If your tuition becomes past due by 2 installments, we will allow until the 15th day of the month to clear your account. If it is not cleared, your child may be withdrawn from the school.
Donations and Gifts
Calvary Chapel Christian School and Preschool are non-profit entities. The tuition is kept as low as possible to make a Christian education available to those who desire a Christ-centered education for their children. Because the tuition and fees may not cover all of the operating expenses, gifts are welcomed. All cash gifts and gifts-in-kind are income tax deductible, as long as they are not designated for an individual. For information regarding proper procedure, contact the school office.
Before and After School Care
Child Care hours are from 7:30 A.M. until 5:30 P.M.
1. These policies are established for the safety of your children. Please have your children abide by them.
2. Parents need to register children for Before and After School Care in advance.
3. Students staying for child care should bring a nutritious snack to be eaten then.
4. No students are to be left on school grounds earlier than 7:30 A.M. or later than 5:30 P.M.
5. All Calvary Chapel Christian School children on the school grounds must go to child care at class dismissal time. The only exception is if a child is participating in an after school program supervised by an adult. If a child is not picked up after the program is finished, he must then go to After School Care.
6. All children in child care must be signed in and out by a parent. Children cannot sign the parent’s name.
7. Parents must write in the times children are dropped off and picked up from child care. Failure to do so will result in the maximum charge.
8. You will receive a monthly Child Care invoice from the office, which is due upon receipt.
9. Remember, these policies are established for the safety of your children, please have your child abide by them.
School Rules
The following School Rules have been established to maintain and promote the safest and most effective environment for learning. These school rules will be enforced at all times and are in addition to individual classroom rules, which may vary.
1. All students are to be respectful and obedient to teachers and faculty at all times.
2. All classroom and homework assignments are to be completed and turned in on time.
3. Students are to be good examples of Christian young people both on and off campus. Students are to show respect for the rights and feelings of others. Fighting, cheating, using poor language, etc., are not examples of Christian conduct.
4. Playground rules must be obeyed at all times.
5. No cassette or CD players, CDs, radios, headsets, MP3 players, iPods, electronic games, or equipment are allowed on campus without prior consent from the administration. Such items will be taken to the office and will be returned to parents only.
6. No gum is allowed at school at any time.
7. Students are not allowed to leave the campus during the day except with parent permission and office approval.
8. Students that are signed out of After School Care may not be outside on school grounds without adult supervision.
9. No inappropriate roughhousing or touching in a way that offends. No improper boy-girl public display of affection.
General Standards
In the interest of creating an orderly campus and wholesome atmosphere, the following behavior is not permitted:
1. Displaying on one’s clothing or personal property such items as pictures or emblems which exalt groups or movements that are contrary to biblical standards.
2. Bringing or possessing fireworks, firecrackers, matches or other flammable materials on school grounds.
3. Chewing gum.
4. Bringing radios, tape recorder, CD players, headsets, electronic games or magazines except by special permission.
5. Tampering with, or taking items from, another student.
6. Possessing, selling or otherwise furnishing any firearm, knife, explosive or other dangerous object, including pepper spray; or, threatening to bring a weapon to school.
7. Using, possessing, selling, furnishing or being under the influence of any controlled substance (illegal drugs or alcoholic beverage) or intoxicant of any kind.
8. Sexual harassment of individuals, whether verbal, physical or environmental.
These regulations apply to the student in the following situations:
1. On school grounds (this includes the parking lot as well as vehicles on school property).
2. Going to or coming from school.
3. On lunch break, whether on or off campus.
4. At, going to, or coming from school sponsored activities.
Classroom Conduct
In order to maintain a classroom environment which allows for maximum learning, teachers establish those standards they deem necessary. However, the following standards are for all classes:
1. Students must always demonstrate respect for, and cooperation with, teachers.
2. Students will be on time to class and will be prepared with the necessary materials and mental attitude, which indicates a readiness to learn.
3. Communication of any kind between students, which is disruptive to the teacher or classmates, is unacceptable.
4. Students may not be in classrooms or offices unless a teacher or staff member is present.
5. The teacher’s desk, briefcase, grade book and other belongings are personal property and will be treated as such by students.
6. Classroom material, furniture, pets, educational property of CCCS, and other belongings are property of the school and will be treated as such by students.
7. Using language unbecoming to a Christian.
8. Acts of dishonesty, such as cheating*, lying or stealing.
*Cheating may consist of:
A. Copying someone’s work to submit as one’s own (including class work, homework or other assignments).
B. Giving or receiving answers or stealing tests.
C. Plagiarizing (i.e. copying other people’s material and not attributing it to them).
D. Looking at another student’s test or quiz.
E. Using a “cheat sheet.”
F. Any form of communication during a test or quiz. (This behavior merits a “0” on that test or quiz).
G. Stealing a test or the distribution of a stolen test.
H. A student doing another student’s homework, project, or paper.
Students who violate these standards may be subject to discipline, such as: “0” for an assignment, detention, suspended and/or dismissed from school. Students should also make every effort to avoid compromising situations which might give the appearance of being involved in the above activities.
How Misconduct is Handled
When a student’s behavior or attitude is in conflict with the standards of the school, every effort will be made to encourage the student to demonstrate the change and improvement necessary to comply with these standards. As much as possible, misbehavior in the classroom will be handled by the teacher.
Methods of maintaining student discipline at CCCS include the following:
1. The teacher and student will have a meeting regarding the misbehavior, and/or make a parental contract.
2. The teacher may write a referral wherein the student will be sent to the office and may be assigned a consequence*.
3. The teacher may request a conference to include the parent, teacher, student and administration.
* Consequence will be determined by the Administration.
If after a reasonable amount of time, the teacher feels that there is a continuing problem in behavior or attitude, he or she will refer the student to the administration for further disciplinary action. In certain serious misbehavior, such as disrespect to teachers, student fighting or violations of the Christian lifestyle standards, students will be referred immediately to the administration.
Detention, work assignments, probation or suspension may be used as part of the discipline procedure. Students may be expelled (withdrawn from enrollment in school) for continued violations of school standards or if a single offense is particularly serious. Expulsion is handled by the Administration.
Discipline Policy
One of the most important lessons for any student to learn is how to properly respond to authority. The students must be guided to a proper response to God and their parents and teachers. In order to accomplish this goal, we must set discipline standards that are enforced fairly, consistently, lovingly, and with grace.
Since the teacher is the one who works closest with the children, he or she carries the bulk of the discipline responsibility. It is important that the teacher and parent establish a close working relationship, and the teacher will contact parents about any problems concerning their child. It is of the utmost importance that the parents support the teachers in matters of discipline, and it is equally important that the teachers keep the parents informed of any problems.
At times when it becomes necessary, a teacher may refer the child to the office. In this event, Administration will deal with the situation. At that time, the child will be counseled with, prayed with, and-if necessary-disciplined further. The parent will be notified in the event that this happens.
Occasionally, there is a child who does not respond to our ministry. If working with the parents does not bring about a marked improvement in the child’s conduct, we reserve the right to remove any child from our school at any time. This will only be done in extreme cases, and particularly when the child is a poor influence on other children.
At Calvary Chapel Christian School, the emphasis in discipline will always be in love and with grace. More than anything else, we want each child to know that he or she is loved. How ever, love does not necessitate a tolerance of disobedience. Real godly love sets the highest standard for people and provokes them to love and good works. This is the goal of all discipline at Calvary Chapel Christian School.
School Hours
The school hours are 8:45am to 3:15pm
Your child will be added to the After School care list if he or she is on campus after class dismissal time.
Absences
Attendance at school provides a student with classroom experience. This experience is composed of participation in class activities and direct instruction conducted by the classroom teacher. The instructional program designed by each teacher is a progressive and sequential experience. It is generally impossible for that experience to be made up. For this reason, failure of a student to attend class without the knowledge and consent of parents and/or school staff will be seen as a serious problem and will not be allowed.
Failure of a student to attend school will be considered an absence. Each absence will be considered either excused or unexcused. A written excuse signed by a parent or guardian after an absence will be required. The specific reason for the absence must be stated before the absence can be excused. This note is to be given to the teacher. If your child is absent due to illness or an emergency, it is best to call the school prior to the beginning of school so this can be noted on the student’s record.
Regular attendance is one of the greatest contributing factors to success in school. It would greatly benefit your child if all appointments were made before or after regular school hours.
Excused Absences
An “excused” absence is an absence with the knowledge and consent of parents and school staff due to a personal illness, serious illness in the family, death in the family, school-approved trips, medical or dental appointments, or absences due to a providential hindrance.
The following are considered valid excuses for school absences:
A. Any illness requires written confirmation by a parent. A parent’s note must include dates, the name of the illness and their signature.
B. In the case of a family trip, prior notice from a parent must be given. If given enough prior notice, the teacher will have the child’s work available before he/she leaves.
C. Death in the immediate family.
D. Unforeseen circumstances such as car trouble and accidents should be reported by the parent to the office as soon as possible.
If a parent did not call in and report to the office staff on the day of the absence, upon returning to school the student is to bring a signed note from the parents detailing the cause of the absence. The note should be neatly written. The student should present the note to the teacher at the beginning of class.
Unexcused Absences
An absence will be considered unexcused when there is not a written note about the absence or the reason is unacceptable. All non-emergency absences or absences for the sake of convenience of parent or student will be an unexcused absence. An absence with the knowledge and consent of the parents and school staff for any reason other than those listed above will be considered unexcused.
Absentee Procedure
A parent or guardian must call the school office at 921-9460 between 7:45 A.M. and 9:30 A.M. on the morning of the absence. You may also email the school regarding an absence. Give your name, student’s name, teacher/class and a brief reason for the absence. This helps us know the whereabouts of all students. Pre-arranged absences will be handled through the school office and by written notice only. Emergency absences will be handled on an individual basis.
Extended Absences
When a student will be out of school for an extended period (a planned absence of 4 days or longer), it is the responsibility of the parent to notify the administration in writing. After the parent notifies the administration, they must then contact the teacher and obtain all work assignments for the period of the absence. Work will be completed and turned in according to the regulations established at each grade level.
Tardiness
A tardy student disrupts the class and misses valuable time in class at the beginning of the day. Any student arriving after 9:00am is considered late. Continued tardiness by the student may result in a parent-teacher or parent-administrator conference.
Lunches and Snacks
Students will need to bring their own lunches from home.
We encourage healthy eating habits at Calvary Chapel Christian School. Lunches should be nutritious. If the student is staying for afternoon Childcare they need to pack a nutritious snack to be eaten then.
Due to food allergies sharing or trading of food items is not permitted.
Withdrawal Procedures
If your child will be leaving Calvary Chapel Christian School to attend another school, please contact the school office at least one week prior to the child’s last day so that we can process the appropriate papers to insure a speedy delivery of your child’s records to the next school. This must be done by the parent or legal guardian.
Leaving the Campus During the School Day
A legal guardian must sign out a student if he/she is to leave school during class time. If a person picking up your child is not on the authorized pick-up form, you must send permission in writing. Phone calls are not acceptable. You may also wish to add this person to your pick-up list, which you will need to do personally. If your child has a pre-arranged appointment, please send a note with him/her to give to their teacher in the morning. If an emergency arises and your child needs to be taken out of class, please contact the school office. PLEASE NOTE THAT STUDENTS WILL NOT BE RELEASED TO ANYONE UNDER THE AGE OF 16.
Our Living Curriculum
The teaching staff at CCCS is qualified and thoroughly dedicated to helping each student toward positive spiritual, mental and physical growth. Since our school is a ministry of Calvary Chapel Spokane Valley, all of our teachers are born-again believers and hold to our statement of faith.
Our Instructional Program
Our desire is to see each and every student strengthen their relationship with Jesus Christ. We also desire that they have a sound mastery of basic learning skills and acquire self-discipline, good work habits and biblical social values. The Bible – God’s Word – is carefully and purposefully integrated into all curriculums, as well as, being a dynamic course of study by itself.
Curriculum
Calvary Chapel Christian School offers a curriculum based on a Christian perspective of education. We feel it is important to integrate scriptural principles into each area of subject matter. It is our goal to teach our students the basic knowledge necessary for functioning in today’s world. The methods and materials used by Calvary Chapel Christian School are scripturally based and give the teacher a clear plan for teaching scripturally sound principles throughout the day.
We believe God is not only interested in the academic goals themselves but, also, in the ways by which we reach these goals. We believe in the importance of living the Christian life and being a godly example to our students. Our methods should pattern themselves after our Lord, which include: encouraging, training, disciplining, reproofing, correcting, and exhorting. We have curricula which is most suitable in reaching our goals of excellence in academics with a strong Christian foundation.
Our textbooks are chosen after prayerful consideration and evaluation and will be provided for all students. Non-consumable texts are rented by the parents. New books must be purchased (by the parents) in the event that a student has had his/her book(s) damaged, lost or stolen.
Report Cards
At the conclusion of each quarter an evaluation of the student’s progress will be recorded on the student’s report card.
Letter grades are defined as follows:
A = Excellent D = Below Average
B = Above Average F = Failure
C = Average I = Incomplete
/ = Not Applicable
Some of the younger grades will use the S (Satisfactory), N (Needs Improvement), U (Unsatisfactory) system on some subjects.
A checkmark in the area of classroom conduct indicates that improvement is needed.
Calvary Chapel Christian School’s Grading Scale:
98-100 A+ 74-76 C
94-97 A 70-73 C-
90-93 A- 67-69 D+
87-89 B+ 64-66 D
84-86 B 60-63 D-
80-83 B- 59 and below F
77-79 C+
Achievement Tests
Achievement tests are administered to students in third through fifth grades each year in order to help parents and teachers evaluate their progress. These tests are mandatory.
Retention
It may be the recommendation of the school that a student repeat a grade level. For many children this has proven beneficial in their educational development. The decision to retain a student will be made only after prayer and conferring with the parents, teacher, and administration.
Chapel
Chapel provides opportunity for Calvary Chapel Christian School students to participate in a collective worship service. It is a time of spiritual enrichment and exposure to a variety of Christian experiences. The aim of all chapel times is to magnify Jesus Christ. Parents are always welcome to attend.
Chapel is an important part of school life at Calvary Chapel Christian School. It is an opportunity for the students to hear our CCSV Pastors and leaders. Students are required to attend Chapel and are expected to come desiring God to minister to them. Chapel begins at 9:30 am. The students should come expectantly – looking for God to use the time to help them grow.
1. Each student will demonstrate proper courtesy and Christian hospitality to all guest speakers by listening carefully and behaving properly. Their attitude toward the speaker should be respectful and attentive.
2. At no time will studying or doing homework be allowed in Chapel.
3. There is to be no unnecessary talking, distracting, or disturbing others.
4. No food or drinks are allowed.
Allow God to speak to you and to those around you!!
Field Trips
Field trips of an educational nature are vital to the curriculum enrichment emphasis at Calvary Chapel Christian School. Each class will be going on field trips during the year. For each trip, every child must have a permission slip and a medical release form signed by the parent or guardian. Transportation is usually by carpools. Parents driving on field trips and providing transportation, for children other than their own, will be required to provide proof of auto insurance. Parents will be notified in advance of any extra field trip expenses (admission fees, souvenirs, food, etc.). Since these fees are generally paid in advance, there will be no refund on field trip fees.
Please remember that both students and parents need to abide by the dress code while on field trips.
Physical Education Program
Girls and boys are involved in daily exercise. Students should wear appropriate clothing and shoes.
Fire Drills
It is required by law that schools conduct fire drills. Students are expected to become familiar with these instructions so that all drills can be conducted with a minimum of confusion.
Dress Code
Calvary Chapel Christian School wishes to maintain a consistent Christian testimony. As Christians, it is our desire for each student to please the Lord and be a good witness to others in both appearance and behavior. We believe there is a definite relationship between good dress habits, good work habits and proper school behavior. We require students to dress modestly and attractively without drawing undo attention to themselves. Students should avoid extreme or questionable fads and fashions. We believe that proper student dress in association with continual effort for good attitude and behavior are important elements of our wholesome Christian learning environment. We reserve the right to determine that which “attracts undue or excessive attention to the wearer…” and is therefore, unacceptable. Thus, we desire that school dress be appropriate, modest and safe for school activity.
Standards of Conduct
One of the unique purposes of Calvary Chapel Christian School is to prepare Christian young people for effective service for Christ in whatever career they choose. Since effective Christian service can be performed only by those who are truly Christian, CCCS desires for each student a vital, personal relationship with God through faith in Jesus Christ, and asks all students to measure their lives by scriptural standards of conduct.
Each student should understand that attending CCCS is a privilege granted to those who will demonstrate a spirit of harmony with the philosophy and goals of the school. By applying for admission to CCCS a student indicates his/her desire to become a sincere, cooperative member of the student body.
Spiritual growth is never the result of superimposed rules, and therefore CCCS standards of conduct are not designed merely to produce a pattern of outward conformity.
The school desires that the students demonstrate, by their conduct, an inward acceptance of Christ and an attitude of submission to His lordship. It is hoped that all students will be led by the Holy Spirit to live above the letter of the rules and standards. To produce an environment which will encourage these goals, CCCS expects every student to demonstrate, by attitude and behavior, a life committed to following Christ. “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity.” I Timothy 4:12
While attending CCCS, all students are expected to follow the guidelines stated herein 365 days a year, on and off campus!
Evaluation — Parent Conferences
Evaluation is an ongoing process by both parents and teachers at Calvary Chapel Christian School. It is our aim that you become involved in this evaluation process, regular conferences and discussions with your child’s teacher as well as with your child. Parents are encouraged to visit the classroom and the teacher. We schedule two parent conferences a year (preferably with both parents) for all students. This is a minimum obligation. Additional appointments may be made by contacting your child’s teacher any time you feel a conference would be helpful.
Materials and Facilities
The materials and facilities at Calvary Chapel Christian School are dedicated to God in His service. Basically, each individual is responsible for what he or she is issued. Lost books or school materials must be replaced. Compensation for any vandalism to the building or property must be made to Calvary Chapel Spokane Valley.
Emergency and Health Procedures
All persons, including volunteers, who are in regular contact with the children shall be in good health and free from communicable disease.
Student Injuries
If a student is injured on campus, the student should report this injury to a teacher, administrator, playground aide, office or childcare teacher immediately.
Some of the staff have been trained in Red Cross First Aid and CPR. When a child has been injured, we evaluate the situation on a case-by-case basis. When appropriate, we apply ice packs to bumps and Band-Aids to cuts and scrapes, etc. If more serious, we will notify the parent. Accident Reports are completed for all injuries.
Student Illness
The teacher offers immediate first aid to all injured students and ministers to those who are ill. If a child becomes ill a parent will be notified to pick up their child immediately.
In order to be certain that sick children are in a caring environment where their needs may be met and in order to minimize the spread of illness, Calvary Chapel Christian School will expect you to keep your child home when certain conditions exist. Often sick children require one-on-one attention, and we are unable to provide that kind of attention in our school office for long periods of time. If your child has a fever, we will consider this to be a sign of a contagion; and you will be expected to keep your child home. If your child is vomiting, we will expect you to keep your child home. If your child has an unexplained rash, we expect you to keep your child home. If your child has a rash identified by a health professional as not being contagious, we will admit your child, provided the rash is not making your child sick or excessively uncomfortable. If your child has significant symptoms of respiratory illness (thick colored mucus from the eyes or nose, serious cough, wheezing chest, red, runny eyes or crusty eyes, sore throat or earache), we will expect you to keep your child home. As no nurse is available during school hours, you will be contacted by the school office to come pick up your child in the event of illness. For infections requiring a doctor’s prescription, please keep your child home 24 hours after beginning an antibiotic. For all other illnesses, the child may return to school if free from symptoms for 12 hours providing that the child’s behavior indicates that he or she is feeling better.
Note: With stomach and intestinal illness, milk products can slow down recovery. Please check with your doctor regarding your child’s diet after an intestinal or stomach illness.
If your child contracts a communicable disease, please notify the school office so that we may let all parents know that their children may have been exposed.
If your child’s runny nose or cough is an allergy, please explain to his or her teacher. Please help us to teach students to wipe their noses when runny and cough or sneeze into their elbow.
Leaving Due to Illness
If a student is advised to leave, the parent will be contacted. When the parent, or other authorized adult, comes to pick up the student, they will be asked to sign out on the Sign Out Sheet in the classroom. Please be sure the student’s emergency cards have names and current phone numbers of persons who have agreed to pick up your child if you cannot. Please list any pager numbers and/or cell numbers available for parents and emergency contacts. It is very frustrating for both the child and the office staff when a child is not feeling well, or there is an emergency situation, and employees are unable to contact an adult.
Student Medications
We discourage the taking of medication during school hours unless there is a special reason or serious situation. A physician’s order and a parent or guardian’s release and request forms are available for this purpose. Over the counter medication is discouraged. Medication outside of its proper container will not be accepted. All medication will be locked up and dispensed only by a staff member. The parent should also write a note to the student’s teacher to let her know when the medication should be taken.
No student is allowed to take medication of any kind by himself or have any medication in his or her possession.
Immunizations
Children must have their immunizations up to date and on file at the School Office. The only exceptions are: Being otherwise advised by a physician, or if parents object to immunizations based on religious beliefs. Written statements by the physician or parent must then be on file at the school office.
Any student, regardless of grade level, must meet the current immunization requirements. Please make sure your child has been properly immunized. Consult with your physician or local health department. Immunization records must be presented at the time of registration.
A Certification of Immunization, and a certified birth certificate are required for all new students. It is the responsibility of the parent to update these as necessary.
Personal Belongings
Calvary Chapel Christian School reserves the right to confiscate any personal belongings that are not appropriate for the school environment, such as skateboards, Walkman radios, Gameboys, etc. The safekeeping of any personal item is the responsibility of the student. Please make sure that any appropriate personal items brought to the school are clearly labeled with your child’s name.
Lost and Found Procedures
The best way to insure the return of your child’s belongings is to always put his/her name on items of clothing, lunch pails, etc. Items that are marked with a name will be returned to the student. If your child finds something on the school grounds, which does not belong to him/her, then it must belong to someone else and should be turned into the teacher where it can be properly placed so that the owner will be able to find it. Please make sure your child brings home things only belonging to him/her.
Closed Campus
We are a closed campus. This means that all students are required to remain on campus until the end of the school day.
Class Visitation
Adult visitors are welcome in our school classes. A Visitor’s Pass will be issued, and the visitor must sign the log book. The Pass should be carried with the visitor for the entire campus visit. We do this as a precaution for our students, as we feel that it is essential to identify all adults interacting with the students. If you need to get a message or other items to your child(ren), please take it to the office; and the secretary will see that your child is notified at a time that will not disrupt the class.
Parent Volunteers
Parent Volunteers must sign the log book and pick up a pass to enter the classroom on every visit. All volunteers must sign out when leaving the classroom and turn in their volunteer pass.
Parent Volunteer requirements are as follows:
1. All parents who come on campus, especially those who volunteer for us must:
a. Sign the log book.
b. Follow the dress code.
c. Be registered as a parent volunteer.
2. Parent Volunteers will agree to not discuss anything with other parents regarding teachers, students or classroom procedures.
3. Volunteers agree to follow the Matthew 18 principle.
4. Parents must have a pre-arranged schedule set up through the teacher of the classroom for which they are volunteering.
