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MISSION STATEMENT
Florida Christian School, a private non-denominational school, exists to provide quality Christian
education for pre-school through 12th grade. Our mission is to develop well-rounded students
through excellent academic and extracurricular activities, while seeking to win the lost to Christ and
equip Christians with the skills and knowledge to change the world for Christ.
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ACTIVITIES ................................................................................................................................................ 12
AFTER SCHOOL HELP CLASSES .......................................................................................................... 12
ATTENDANCE ............................................................................................................................................ 13
ATTENDANCE - MIDDLE & SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL ..................................................................................... 14
ELEMENTARY ATTENDANCE ...................................................................................................................... 13
AWARDS
AWARDS - ELEMENTARY ............................................................................................................................ 21
AWARDS - MIDDLE AND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL ........................................................................................ 22
BELL SCHEDULE - MIDDLE SCHOOL/HIGH SCHOOL ................................................................... 16
BULLETIN BOARDS .................................................................................................................................. 55
CALENDAR ................................................................................................................................................. 12
ADDITIONS TO THE SCHOOL CALENDAR.................................................................................................... 12
CELL PHONES/LAPTOPS/TABLETS - Students ................................................................................... 59
CHAIN OF COMMAND ............................................................................................................................ 11
CHAPEL
ELEMENTARY ............................................................................................................................................. 23
MIDDLE SCHOOL AND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL ........................................................................................... 23
PROCEDURES FOR ELEMENTARY ............................................................................................................... 23
CHARTER OF FLORIDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL ......................................................................................... 7
CHECKOUT SHEET
GRADES 5K -5th ......................................................................................................................................... 64
MIDDLE SCHOOL ........................................................................................................................................ 65
Pre-school .................................................................................................................................................. 63
SENIOR HIGH .............................................................................................................................................. 66
CLASS OFFICERS...................................................................................................................................... 18
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
ELEMENTARY ............................................................................................................................................. 23
ESTABLISHING CLASSROOM ORDER ......................................................................................................... 25
FIRST DAY - PRE-SCHOOL ........................................................................................................................... 51
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL PROCEDURES ........................................................................................................ 50
FOOD AND COFFEE IN THE CLASSROOMS ................................................................................................. 12
MORNING SCHEDULE ................................................................................................................................ 17
PARTY PROCEDURES .................................................................................................................................. 46
TEACHING AIDS AND SUPPLIES ................................................................................................................. 59
CLINIC ......................................................................................................................................................... 19
COMMUNICABLE DISEASES ................................................................................................................ 20
CONDUCT
ASSEMBLIES/CHAPEL ................................................................................................................................. 35
CHEATING .................................................................................................................................................. 35
DETENTION
AFTER SCHOOL DETENTION .......................................................................................................... 34
SATURDAY DETENTION .......................................................................................................................... 34
OFF CAMPUS CONDUCT ............................................................................................................................ 35
RELATIONSHIPS .......................................................................................................................................... 35
COPYING PROCEDURES ........................................................................................................................ 61
COPYRIGHT LAW ..................................................................................................................................... 21
DISCIPLINE
5th Grade Unsatisfactory Note .................................................................................................................. 32
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CHEATING .................................................................................................................................................. 35
CLASSROOM DISCIPLINE PLAN................................................................................................................... 27
CONDUCT REFERRAL - OFFICE REFERRAL .................................................................................................. 34
CONSEQUENCES ........................................................................................................................................ 29
DEMERITS/DETENTION .............................................................................................................................. 34
DISCIPLINARY CLASSROOM PLAN .............................................................................................................. 31
DISCIPLINE PLAN FOR ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM .................................................................................... 27
UNSATISFACTORY CONDUCT FORM .......................................................................................................... 33
DISCOVERY PROGRAM .......................................................................................................................... 36
DISMISSAL
EARLY DISMISSAL ....................................................................................................................................... 17
DRESS CODE ............................................................................................................................................ 37
COLD WEATHER DRESS .............................................................................................................................. 39
DRESS CODE ENFORCEMENT ..................................................................................................................... 40
FIELD TRIP DRESS ....................................................................................................................................... 40
NO UNIFORM DAYS.................................................................................................................................... 40
DRESSS CODE
SPECIAL GROUP DRESS .............................................................................................................................. 40
EMERGENCY
BOMB THREAT ........................................................................................................................................... 72
Code Blue ................................................................................................................................................... 75
Code Red .................................................................................................................................................... 76
EMERGENCY CONTACT SYSTEM/SCHOOL ALERT ...................................................................................... 40
EMERGENCY GUIDELINES .......................................................................................................................... 68
EMERGENCY MEDICAL AND FIRST-AID ...................................................................................................... 69
EMERGENCY RESPONSIBILITIES ................................................................................................................. 68
EVACUATION PROCEDURES ...................................................................................................................... 70
FIRE OR EXPLOSION ................................................................................................................................... 70
HAZARD COMMUNICATION PROGRAM .................................................................................................... 73
HAZARD DETERMINATION ......................................................................................................................... 73
INFORMATION AND PROCEDURES ............................................................................................................ 71
LOCK DOWN PROCEDURES ........................................................................................................................ 75
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS ............................................................................................................... 74
MEDIA RELATIONS ..................................................................................................................................... 73
PHONE NUMBERS ...................................................................................................................................... 69
PSYCHOLOGICAL CRISIS ............................................................................................................................. 72
SCHOOL CANCELLATION ............................................................................................................................ 75
SOURCES OF ASSISTANCE DURING EMERGENCIES .................................................................................... 69
UTILITY FAILURE ........................................................................................................................................ 71
VIOLENT OR CRIMINAL BEHAVIOR............................................................................................................ 72
ENTERTAINMENT/DVD’S/GUEST SPEAKERS .................................................................................. 41
FACULTY
EVALUATION PROCEDURES ...................................................................................................................... 18
FACULTY AFTERNOON MEETINGS ............................................................................................................ 46
FACULTY MORNING PRAYER MEETING ..................................................................................................... 46
FIELD TRIP
FIELD TRIP/TRIP/EVENT PLANNING FORM ................................................................................................ 44
PARENT PARTICIPANT IN SCHOOL TRIP AGREEMENT ............................................................................... 45
FIELD TRIPS .............................................................................................................................................. 41
FIRE DRILLS .............................................................................................................................................. 47
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FIRE DRILL EVACUATIONS .......................................................................................................................... 48
FUND RAISING .......................................................................................................................................... 18
GENERAL INFORMATION
ANNOUNCING .............................................................................................................................................. 5
INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................................ 6
MISSION STATEMENT .................................................................................................................................. 1
PHILOSOPHY AND ORGANIZATION .............................................................................................................. 7
GOALS OF FLORIDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL ...................................................................................... 10
GRADING
GRADE BOOK ............................................................................................................................................. 51
GRADING SCALE ......................................................................................................................................... 52
GRADING SCHOLARSHIP FOR MIDDLE AND SENIOR HIGH ........................................................................ 52
NEW STUDENT ........................................................................................................................................... 61
SEMESTER AND FINAL GRADES.................................................................................................................. 53
HALF DAY PROCEDURES ...................................................................................................................... 16
HEADMASTER’S RESPONSIBILITIES .................................................................................................. 12
HISTORY
HISTORY ....................................................................................................................................................... 6
HOLIDAY OBSERVANCES ..................................................................................................................... 46
HOMEWORK
HOMEWORK - Delinquent ......................................................................................................................... 54
HOMEWORK GUIDELINES .......................................................................................................................... 53
HONOR ROLLS .......................................................................................................................................... 55
KEYS ............................................................................................................................................................ 17
LAMINATING PROCEDURES ................................................................................................................ 61
LESSON PLANS.......................................................................................................................................... 55
LUNCHROOM PROCEDURES
ELEMENTARY ............................................................................................................................................. 56
MIDDLE AND SENIOR HIGH........................................................................................................................ 56
MEDIA CENTER ........................................................................................................................................ 55
MONITOR DUTY ....................................................................................................................................... 57
MULTIMEDIA EQUIPMENT .................................................................................................................... 12
OPEN HOUSE ............................................................................................................................................. 50
OPEN HOUSE PROCEDURES ....................................................................................................................... 50
PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES ................................................................................................... 57
CONDUCTING EFFECTIVE CONFERENCES.................................................................................................. 57
PARENT-TEACHER RELATIONSHIPS ................................................................................................ 57
PERMANENT RECORD FILES FOR STUDENTS ................................................................................ 58
PHYSICAL EDUCATION EQUIPMENT GUIDELINES ........................................................................... 62
PLEDGES ...................................................................................................................................................... 51
POST SCHOOL PLANNING ..................................................................................................................... 58
PTCF .............................................................................................................................................................. 61
PURCHASE ORDER ................................................................................................................................... 62
QUESTIONABLE PROMOTIONS ........................................................................................................... 58
RECESS - Elementary................................................................................................................................. 55
SCHEDULING EVENTS ............................................................................................................................ 46
SEMESTER EXAMS - Middle and Senior High School ......................................................................... 60
STANDARDIZED TESTS .......................................................................................................................... 59
STUDENT SUPPLIES ................................................................................................................................. 59
TEACHING AIDS AND SUPPLIES .......................................................................................................... 59
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TESTS AND EXAMINATIONS ................................................................................................................ 60
Tests Schedule Days ................................................................................................................................... 60
TEXTBOOKS- Middle and Senior High School....................................................................................... 60
TUTORING .................................................................................................................................................. 13
UNAUTHORIZED PROPERTY ................................................................................................................ 36
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(T his is the first announcement a bout the establishment o f F C S in the summer of 1 968.)
ANNOUNCING
FLORIDA CHRISTIAN
SCHOOL
For a long time there has been a need for a Christian School in Dade County that is straight in doctrine, founded on the
scrip tures, an d acad em ically ex cellent.
Recently the Lord m ad e it ob vious to a grou p of ind ividu als that no w is the time to o rgan ize such a scho ol. T he L ord has
b een evid en t in every m o ve that has b een m ad e.
T he m em bers of the Bo ard o f D irectors are as follow s: R ichard A aron , R ay W allace, R ev. R ob ert A . M iller, Joe G uatier,
R ichard C ostner, Ike W elhaf, L inton Fo w ler, R on Y od er, and Jack W eaver.
W e have been blessed by having Rev. Robert M iller accept the position of Principal. Teachers are being signed up, and the
Board is in the process of negotiating for an old church building with sufficient room for classes from kindergarten through
the twelfth grad e. We feel that the L o rd is lead in g to have a co m p lete sch oo l w ith all grad es op en in Sep tem b er of th is year.
By G od’s grace it w ill com e to p ass.
We need yo ur p rayers for stud ents, for acqu isition of the facility that the L ord w ou ld have us use, for the n ecessary furniture
for offices and classroom s, and for individuals willing to donate their time in the repair of the facilities and building. M any,
m any more thing s are now, and wil l be, needed before Sep tem ber, but w ith y ou r p rayers and sup p ort we kno w that the lord
w ill provide for H is work.
A SU P P O R T R A L L Y W IL L BE H E L D SA T U R D A Y , JU N E 2 9 , 1 9 6 8 A T T H E G R O V E C O M M U N IT Y C H U R C H ,
2 1 0 0 So u th Dixie Hig h w ay at 7 :3 0 p .m.
EVE RY O NE IS W EL CO M E . . . . W E NEED Y OUR SUPPORT . . . . P ASS T HE W ORD T O ANYONE YOU
KNO W T HAT IS INTER EST E D IN CHRIS TIAN EDUCAT ION . . . . P EOPLE W HO H AVE CHILDRE N O F
S CHOOL A GE . . . . P EOPLE W HO ARE INTERESTED I N S UPPORTING A G O SP EL E M P HASIS CHRIS TIAN
SCHOOL.
JOIN US N OW . . . . GOD IS W ORKIN G M AN Y W ON D ROU S THIN GS AN D W E KNO W THA T HE W ILL
C O N T IN U E T O D O SO . JO IN U S A N D B E P A R T O F T H IS BL E S S IN G FR O M T H E L O R D .
W E ARE PRAYIN G FOR M ANY SUPPORTERS TO COM E AND B E W ITH U S SATURDAY, JU N E 29, 1968.
We exp ect to h ave the film “E D U C A T IO N BY T H E BO O K ” to be sho w n at the rally. T his film is prod uced by C hristian
Sch oo ls Service, Inc., and sho uld b e very inform ative.
T H A N K S A G A IN FO R Y O U R P R A Y E R S A N D SU P P O R T . . . . SE E Y O U SA T U R D A Y !!!!
“FO R O TH ER FOU N D AT IO N CA N N O M AN LAY TH AT IS LA ID , W H ICH IS JESU S CH RIST.” I Cor. 3:11
(T h is is th e first an n o u n cem en t ab o u t the estab lish m en t o f FC S in the su m m er of 1 9 6 8 .)
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INTRODUCTION
We thank God that you are serving Him here at Florida Christian School. The quality of education
that each child receives has been entrusted to you through the ministry of Florida Christian
School. We believe that you will serve Him well.
Accomplishing our educational goal may not be easy, but God has promised to bless the ministry of
those who are faithful and obedient to Him. Our goal is to “train up a child in the way that he should
go and when he is old he will not depart from it.” There must be a team effort by the home and the
school to accomplish this objective.
We have compiled this handbook to answer your questions. It contains our policies, procedures, and
viewpoints as they have been developed over the years. Most of the items in this book have been
worked out at faculty meetings and are proven by experience.
School policy is tentative in nature; it is necessary to make additions and revisions often during the
year.
F.C.S. HISTORY
In the summer of 1968, Pastor Robert Miller, a former missionary to Cuba, was asked by a group of parents
to become the first principal of a new Christian school. Pastor Miller, along with seven board members, a
group of Christian families, and about 100 students, came together and Florida Christian School was born.
The school purchased an old church building which housed the entire student body, grades 1 through 12.
Mr. Dick Costner, one of the original school board members, became the principal in the fall of 1969 and
served until 1971. Dr. Linton Fowler, also one of the original board members, took over the school’s
administrator’s position and led the school into a period of growth. A new two story classroom building was
completed in 1972 and additional property was acquired. The population of the student body grew to 750
students by the late 70's, which now included pre-school and kindergarten.
At the end of the 1981-82 school year, Dr. Robert Andrews became the school administrator. Dr. Andrews
has served in this position, now known as the school Headmaster, until the present. In 1987, a second
classroom building was completed, and additional property was acquired. A new school cafeteria was
completed in 1994, and a gymnasium/auditorium complex was finished in 1997. In 1998 the addition to the
school was the purchase of a 16 classroom school building with a 4 ½ acre parcel of land known as “The West
Campus.” This addition increased the maximum number of students allowed by zoning regulation to 1,420
students. Then in the fall of 2005 a new classroom/media center building with library, computer lab and
music lab was completed, offices remodeled and lighting for all sports fields and parking lots (2006).
Today, Florida Christian School is one of the leading private Christian schools in Dade County. The stability
and experience of the school board and administration have proven to be a key element in the growth and
development of the school. The Headmaster, Dr. Robert Andrews, has 42 years of educational experience
with 40 years at Florida Christian, 32 years as the Headmaster. Mr. Jim Arnold, the High School Principal,
also has been an educator for 42 years and has been at Florida Christian for 38 years, 21 years as a Principal.
The Middle School Principal, Mrs. Kerry Wicks has 29 years of experience in education with 16 years at
FCS. The Elementary Principal, Maria Lehnhard, has 39 years in education and has been at FCS 33 years.
Mrs. Nealey, the Assistant Elementary Principal, has 25 ½ years’ experience, 14 years as an administrator
and 7 years at FCS.
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PHILOSOPHY AND ORGANIZATION
The philosophy of Florida Christian School is to educate the total person -- mentally, physically, and
spiritually. Since God has created all things, the secular and spiritual cannot be separated. No person can
be properly educated until he is directed into a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ. Education is “life” and
“life” is possible only through Jesus’ shed blood on Calvary.
The Florida Christian School Board, whose members are dedicated to Christian education, is a policy
making board. The headmaster is accountable to the board of directors, and is hired to run the day to day
operation of the school. The final word on major matters rests entirely on the headmaster according to policy
established by the board. The faculty and staff are responsible to the headmaster.
Florida Christian is a non-profit, non-denominational, fully accredited, private Christian School, supported
solely by tuition and tax deductible gifts.
Florida Christian admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin and is a non-discriminatory
employer.
The following excerpts from the CHARTER OF FLORIDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL are to be affirmed to be
eligible for membership in and employment by the Corporation.
Article II
The Corporation is charitable in its nature. Its object is to organize and operate, without profit, one
or more private schools, which will give to the youth of the county and vicinity instruction in all subjects
usually taught in public and private school. Such instruction is to be given according to Article III of this
charter, “The basis of the Corporation,” and instruction in the tenets of Biblical Christianity, to the end that
the students may grow in grace and in the knowledge of God through our Savior and Lord Jesus Christ; and
to encourage the propagation of Christian education between the youth and adults by avenues in keeping with
the primary purpose of this Corporation.
Article III
The Basis of the Corporation will be the Word of God interpreted by the following statement of faith:
1.
The Bible in its original documents is the inspired Word of God, the written record of His
supernatural revelation of Himself to man, absolute in its authority, complete in its revelation, final
in its content, and without any errors in its statements. II Tim. 3:16, John 10:35, Ps. 89-34, Hebrews
6:18, II Peter 3:16.
2.
There is one God, eternally existent, the creator of the heaven and earth. He is manifested in three
persons - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Isa. 7:24, Isa. 9:6, John 14:9, I Tim. 3:16, I John 5:7, Genesis
1:2.
3.
4.
The Lord Jesus Christ is fully God who took on flesh and dwelt on earth. He was sinlessly perfect
and gave Himself as a substitutable sacrifice by shedding His blood and dying on the tree; He then
came back from the dead. This was to pay for all sins (past, present, and future) for all who believe.
II Cor. 5:21, Heb. 2:9, Titus 2:14, Heb. 10:10-14, Heb. 9:12-28, Acts 13:38-41, I Peter 2:24, I John
3:5
God is absolutely sovereign and in His sovereignty gave man a free will to accept or reject the
salvation that He has provided. It is God’s will that all would be saved and that none should perish.
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God foreknows, but does not predetermine anyone to be condemned. God permits man’s destiny to
depend upon man’s choice. I Tim. 2:4, II Thess. 2:13, I Pet. 1:2, II Pet. 3:9, John 6:64,65, Acts
10:34, I Cor. 1:21, Eph. 1:5-14, Rom. 8:29-30, Rom. 9:30-32.
5.
Each member of the human race is fallen, sinful and lost, regeneration by the Holy Spirit is
absolutely essential for the salvation of man. The moment a person receives Christ as his Savior,
immediately, the Holy Spirit indwells the believer who is sealed until the day of redemption.
Rom.3:23, John 3:7, I Cor. 6:19, Eph. 1:13-14, Luke 24:49, Titus 3:5.
6.
Man is saved by undeserved mercy through faith and nothing of man enters into his salvation; it is
a free gift. Man’s efforts regardless of how good or well-intended, before or after salvation, have
nothing to do with it. Salvation is by the finished work of Christ and nothing can be added to it.
7.
The church began with the descent of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost and is composed of all true
believers. By the Holy Spirit we are all baptized into the body of Christ. Water baptism is not
essential for salvation but is a testimony to the world. Act. 1:8, I Cor. 6:19, 20, Acts 2:1-4, I Cor.
12:13, Eph. 4:5, Acts 10:47.
8.
Every true child of God possesses eternal life, being justified by faith, sanctified by God, sealed with
the Holy Spirit, is safe and secure for all eternity. He cannot lose his salvation. However, a
Christian can, through sin, lose his fellowship, joy, power, testimony, and reward, and incur the
Father’s chastisement. Relationship is eternal, being established by the new birth; fellowship and
spirituality, however, are dependent upon obedience to the word of God. I Cor. 3:11-17, Hebrews
12:5-11, I Cor. 11:30-32.
9.
A true child of God has two births; one of the flesh, the other of the Spirit, giving man a flesh nature
and a Spirit nature. The flesh nature is neither good nor righteous. The Spiritual man does not
commit any sin. This results in warfare between the Spirit and the flesh, which continues until
physical death, or the return of the Lord. The flesh nature of the man does not change in any way
with the new birth, but can be controlled and kept subdued by the new man. John 3:3-7, Rom. 7:1525, Rom. 8:8, Gal. 5:17, I John 3:9, I Pet. 1:23, I John 3:9, I Pet. 1:23, I John 5:18, I John 1:8.
10.
There will be a resurrection of the saved and of the lost; of the saved unto eternal life, and of the
lost unto eternal conscious punishment. These two resurrections are separated by at least 1,000
years. I Thess. 4:13-18, Daniel 12:2, Revelation 20:5-15, Matthew 25:41.
11.
We believe in the personal, pre-tribulation and pre-millennial return of our Lord and Savior, Jesus
Christ. I Thess. 5:9-11, I Thess. 1:10, II Thess. 2:1-8, Rev. 3:10, Luke 21:36, Titus 2:13, Isa. 26:1721, Isa. 27-1, Rev. 4:4.
12.
Satan is a person, the author of sin, and he and his angels shall be eternally punished. Ezek.
28:15,17, Isa. 14:12-15, Rev. 20:10, Matthew 25:41.
13.
God can heal but physical healing is not in the atonement. God heals miraculously today when it
is His perfect will to do so. Healing cannot be claimed through the guarantee of the atonement. At
times it is God’s will for sickness not to be removed. II Cor. 12:8-10, James 5:14-16.
The gift of tongues (languages) was the manifestation of the Spirit’s power solely for the
demonstration of God’s wisdom, purpose and power in the establishment of the early church, and
was always in a language that was in use. Acts. 2:6, I Corinthians 14:22.
14.
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The true child of God is not under the law but under grace; saved by grace and disciplined by grace.
Rom. 6:14,15, Rom. 11:6, II Corinthians 3:17.
16.
Repent (metanoeo) means a change of mind. Repentance in salvation means a change of mind from
any idea of religion that man may have and to accept God’s way of salvation. Repentance does not
in any sense include a demand for a change of conduct to be saved. Acts 20:21, II Cor. 7:8-10, Matt.
21:32.
17.
It is every Christian’s privilege and duty to make clear God’s plan of salvation wherever and in
whatever vocation he or she may be. Mark 16:15, I Thess. 2:4.
18.
The general plan of salvation in God’s Word in a brief outline that is believed and practiced by the
Florida Christian School is as follows:
A.
Establish the fact that all men are sinners. Rom. 3:10, Rom. 3:23, Isaiah 64:6, Jeremiah 17:9,
James 2:10.
B.
Establish the fact that the penalty of sin is death. Rom. 6:23, Ezek. 18:20.
C.
Establish the fact that you must be perfect to enter heaven. Rev. 21:27.
D.
Establish the fact that man can do nothing of himself to obtain this perfection. Eph. 2:8,9,
Gal. 2:16, Romans 4:5.
E.
Show how God provided a sin-bearer and imputes to man His righteousness. II Cor. 5:21,
Phil.3:9, Isa. 53:6, I Peter 3:18.
F.
Establish the fact that man needs only belief in the Lord Jesus Christ as his personal Savior
for salvation. John 3:16, Rom. 10:9, John 1:12, Acts 16:31.
G.
Establish the fact that man can be certain of his salvation now, and that his salvation cannot
be lost because eternal life is eternal. John 6:37-39, John 10:28, I Pet. 1:5, Hebrews 10:1014, I John 5:13.
I affirm the foregoing and the policies contained in the Policy Manual and acknowledge Jesus Christ
as my personal Savior and Lord.
Board of Directors and employees of the Corporation also affirm the following:
Article VII b
“I undertake, as God will give me strength, to endeavor to live in full obedience to God’s will as it is set forth
in the scripture alone, forsaking all ungodliness and worldly lust, walking in that holiness and temperance
which will be an example unto the young and will adorn the doctrine of our Savior and Lord Jesus Christ.”
I am not a member of any organization whose official position is contrary to the statement of faith continued
in Article III of the Charter.
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GOALS OF FLORIDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
We believe that students in today’s complex, humanistic and materialistic societal matrixes must be taught:
(a Biblical world view must be established)
1.
That the Bible is the inerrant Word of God, and the only reliable guide for living.
2.
That Jesus Christ is the only hope of salvation, and that each person must be born again by the Spirit
of God to enter into fellowship with God.
3.
That truth as taught in all areas of the curriculum must be based on Biblical truth to achieve true
understanding and wisdom.
4.
To think clearly, analytically, logically, and critically. Not just “what” but “how” and “why.”
5.
To express himself orally and in writing in an accurate and clear manner.
6.
To exhibit Christian graces such as honesty, kindness, and courtesy toward others.
7.
To fulfill personal responsibilities.
8.
To develop understanding of and readiness to assume the responsibilities of productive citizenship.
9.
To recognize the particular abilities and limitations that are God-given, and to come to appropriate
life-orienting decisions concerning education and vocation.
10.
To exercise constructive leadership.
11.
To appreciate the fine arts, learn to express his/her own creative skills.
12.
To exercise discernment and discretion in wholesome physical and mental recreation.
13.
Techniques of and enjoyment in independent study as preparation for a lifetime of progressive
learning.
14.
To value intangible ideals such as loyalty, truthfulness, submissiveness to authority and purity that
are lightly valued in a secular world.
15.
To recognize the personal imperative of evangelism and missions world-wide.
16.
To appreciate our American heritage, and attain awareness of the problems that face our nation
today.
17.
To realize the responsibility that the Christian has to share the Gospel with the world around him.
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CHAIN OF COMMAND
Florida Christian School Board/Corporate Board
Headmaster
Supervisor of
Network Administrator Dir. of Guidance
Buildings/Grounds
IT Staff
Asst. Guidance/
CAP Counselor
Elementary Middle School High School Supervisor
Principal
Principal
Principal
of Security
Asst. Elem. Principal
West Campus Faculty
Elementary
Faculty
Discovery Adm.Asst. Business Manager
Program
Office Manager
Coordinator
Office Staff
Guards
Asst. M.S. Principal
Office
Staff
Ass. H.S. Principal
Dean Activities Director
Maintenance
Crew
Chaplains
Elementary
Secondary
Middle School
Faculty
High School
Faculty
Janitors
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HEADMASTER’S RESPONSIBILITIES
The headmaster of Florida Christian School is responsible to the Florida Christian School Board. The School
Board is a policy making body who employs the Headmaster and Principals to direct the school. The
school’s Principals, staff, and faculty are responsible to the Headmaster. A final decision on any matter rests
entirely in the hands of the Headmaster and the School Board, who reserve the right to make any changes
necessary for the general welfare of the school.
CALENDAR AND ACTIVITIES
(ADDITIONS TO THE SCHOOL CALENDAR)
No activity is to be planned, discussed, or announced to students and parents until it has been
approved and is placed on the master calendar in the school office. (Additions to the school
calendar forms are obtained from Mrs. Andrews.) Use of the chapel, cafeteria,
gymnasium/auditorium, library, field, etc., must be approved and placed on the master calendar. A
Facility Request Form must be completed for use of these facilities. (These forms are available in the
teachers’ workroom.) Once approved you will receive confirmation of your activity, and can proceed
with plans. This would include any and all activities which involve F.C.S. students and/or facilities.
Requests must be submitted at least three weeks in advance of the activities.
All special guests need to be approved before inviting them to the classroom. Approval of guests on
campus rests entirely in the hands of the principal and the headmaster.
MULTIMEDIA EQUIPMENT
All equipment must be checked out through Mr. Brigham. Pick up request forms which are in the faculty
workroom. Equipment will be delivered to your room if approved. Be considerate of others who wish to use the
equipment. Televisions and DVD players will be kept in the storage room G-206. Any damaged, faulty
equipment, or scheduling problems should be addressed to Mr. Brigham.
All DVD’s need to be approved in advance by your principal before showing unless they are checked out
from the library (these have already been approved). Submit information ten days before the date for
viewing to your Principal. Lesson plans must include the title, objective, date, time for showing. No DVD’s
rated anything other than “G” are to be shown in any class, even with administration approval, without a
signed parental permission form on file for each student. Do not abuse the use of DVD’s in your classroom.
FOOD AND COFFEE IN THE CLASSROOMS
No coffee makers, microwaves, refrigerators or other small appliances will be allowed in the classrooms. Food,
candy and drinks will not be permitted in the classrooms unless specifically authorized by a principal. This applies
to both students and faculty.
AFTER SCHOOL HELP CLASSES
Elementary and High School teachers may schedule help classes at their discretion.
Middle School Help Classes (6, 7 and 8 grades) must be available for a weekly help class prior to their
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Monday – History and electives Tuesday –
Math and science Thursday – English and
Bible
Students can expect their respective teachers to be in their classrooms on these days to give special help. No
appointment or prearrangement is required. A teacher or a student may request additional days beyond these
listed.
TUTORING
All tutoring and private lessons, if done on F.C.S.’s campus, must be payable to Florida Christian School and
remitted directly to the Business Office. All tutoring charges will be billed to the parent’s account.
Any amounts due employee for tutoring , etc. (net of 20% overhead) will be included in the employee’s pay once
a month on the pay-date of the 1st of the month after the date the fee was collected on student’s account.
1. Private tutoring after school starts at 3:20 p.m.
Standard fee -Private: $25.00 per hour;
$12.50 per ½ hour
Group: $10 per hour
2. Help class should be available as needed
3. The times 3:00 to 3:20 teachers are to be available for conferences with the administration or parents.
DO NOT SCHEDULE TUTORING CLASSES DURING THIS TIME.
ATTENDANCE - ELEMENTARY ATTENDANCE POLICY (K5 to 5th grade)
Mark your grade book in the following manner and enter it in RenWeb:
Absent from school EA or UA
Tardy to school
ET or UT
ELEMENTARY ATTENDANCE Policy (K5 to 5 th grade)
One of the areas of utmost importance in the learning process is attendance. In order for your student/s to fully
benefit from the academic program and be successful, good attendance and punctuality are essential.
Absence
The school year consists of 180 days. A written excuse signed by a parent is necessary for each absence, with
the specific reason given, before the absence is excused. (Florida Statute Section 232.10) More than
18 absences in one school year may cause the student to repeat the entire grade.
Excused absences: Notes should be taken to the classroom teacher. Class work may be made up with no
grade penalty. Students have one day to make up the work for each day absent unless given special permission
by the teacher. If the student is absent one day prior to the test, the student must take the test the day he or she
returns, unless given special permission. More than one absence the student must take the test within two days.
1. Illness of the student – A doctor’s statement is required for students who are absent more than 3 days.
2. Death in family.
3. Medical appointments when note is given. (Doctor’s appointments should be scheduled on Saturday or after
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Unexcused absences: Work must be made up for unexcused absences. Students receive “F” (59) grades for
all assignments and tests during unexcused absences. Unexcused absences may be:
1. No valid note is given to the teacher for absences. (After 3 absences a doctor’s note is required)
2. All non-emergency absences not pre-arranged. Vacation absences must be pre-approved by the
administration. Non-emergency vacation will not be approved for students who are not performing
satisfactorily, also for Discovery students.
Tardiness
Punctuality is also essential for maximum learning and is a Godly character trait that emphasizes the value we
place on other’s time. Attendance is taken at 8:00 AM. The student is tardy if he or she enters the classroom
after 8:00 AM. Elementary students are to take tardy notes to their classroom teacher. Also,
the parent may email the teacher the same day. Students arriving after 8:10 must go to school office first.
Please remember that if a student walks in the classroom late without a note, or an email from a parent the same
day, the tardy will be unexcused.
Excused tardies:
1. Students are permitted 3 excused tardies per grading period with a note from a parent.
2. Starting with the 4th tardy, only a doctor’s note will be counted as an excused tardy.
Unexcused tardies:
1. After 3 tardies because of traffic, over sleeping, etc.
2. After the third unexcused tardy during a grading period, a 1 point grade reduction, for the first subject of
the day, will be given and for every three additional unexcused tardies. A parent conference may be required.
3. More than 10 tardies throughout the year may prevent a student from receiving a perfect attendance
award.
Half-day attendance
Half days of school will be counted if the student is present at least three hours of the school day. Previous
notification or a note from a parent is necessary. School assigned half days of school (dismissed at 12:00) will
be considered a full day of school (see school calendar). Other half days will be marked as follows.
Attendance Note
• Student arrives after 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., he/she is late. After 9:00 a.m., he/she is absent in the morning
(.5), mark present in the afternoon.
• Student leaves before 11:00 a.m., mark absent (morning and afternoon)
• Student leaves between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., mark absent in the afternoon (.5)
• Student leaves after 1:00 p.m., present for the entire day.
When a student is dismissed early or arrives late to school, the parent will give you the pass from the office
with the time of arrival or dismissal. Keep the pass and record the time of arrival or dismissal in your grade
book. You may have to adjust your attendance in Grade Book. (Keep the pass in your files.) Note: School
half days, (dismissal at 12:00 p.m.) - If student is absent record “EA or UA” morning and afternoon. This
will show that the student has 1 day absence. (These days are part of the 180 days of school and they are
counted as a full day of school.)
ATTENDANCE - MIDDLE & SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Classrooms must be opened by 7:45 a.m., this is not an option, and students are permitted to enter. An
attendance report is to be sent to the office by e-mail, by the 1st period teacher by 8:05 a.m.
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8:05 to 8:30 a.m.
Students arriving at school after 8:05 a.m. will not be permitted in class without an admission slip. Students are
permitted 3 excused tardies per grading period. Starting with the 4th tardy only a doctor’s note will be counted as
an excused tardy. All other tardies (traffic, over sleeping, etc. will be unexcused tardies.) For the first 3
unexcused tardies to class during a grading period, 5 demerits will be given. Thereafter, a 1 point grade reduction
will be given for each unexcused tardy and 5 demerits for every three additional unexcused tardies. A student is
considered tardy for a class if he or she is not in the classroom when the tardy bell rings.
8:30 to 9:00 a.m.
NO student will be admitted to 1st period class after 8:30 a.m. These students will have to wait in the office
until the beginning of 2nd period. On the 4rth tardy to first period/absence from the first period, an unexcused
absence (a zero for the period) and demerits will be issued, and for each subsequent 3 tardy/absence
another unexcused absence (zero for the period) and demerits will be issued. The 1st period teacher will be
notified by the dean’s office when a student has accumulated their 4 tardy/absence after 8:30 a.m. This policy is
applied to students who are tardy after 8:30 a.m. Starting with the 4th tardy only a doctor’s note will be counted as
an excused tardy. All other tardies (traffic, over sleeping, etc. will be unexcused tardies.)
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Tardies during the class day for middle and senior high school students will be addressed as follows: For the first
3 unexcused tardies to class during a grading period, 5 demerits will be given. Thereafter, a 1 point grade reduction
will be given for each unexcused tardy and 5 demerits for every three additional unexcused tardies. A student is
considered tardy for a class if he or she is not in the classroom when the tardy bell rings.
When a student has been absent for any reason, he will report to the office and receive an admission slip. In
order to receive an excused admit form, the student must bring a written excuse from his parent or guardian
stating the cause of his absence. A doctor’s statement is required for students who are absent more than 3
days. All absences will be unexcused unless a student has a note from home indicating illness, death in the
family, or a medical appointment, or has been cleared by the administration. If a student fails to bring a note, they
will then call the parent and an admit slip will be issued. The student will carry the admission slip to all classes
for that day and will leave the slip with the last period teacher.
Attendance will be taken and reported each class period. A daily attendance bulletin will be prepared and
distributed to all middle and senior high faculty members. Every teacher must check the attendance bulletin
every period and report by e-mail absences for the period. This should be done within 5 minutes after the
period starts.
HARD COPY GRADE BOOK ATTENDANCE SHOULD BE MARKED IN THE FOLLOWING MANNER:
Absent from class
Excused tardy
Unexcused tardy
Excused absence
Unexcused absence
When a student is absent due to a school activity such as band, chorus, or athletics he is NOT to be marked
absent. A list of students will be published for any students who will be absent from your class the morning of
the day they are to be excused from class.
Students absent more than 9 days in one semester are subject to losing credit for the semester. More than 18
absences in one school year may cause the student to repeat the entire grade. Teachers should inform students of
excessive absences. However the faculty must avoid telling students that they have “already failed” due to
excessive absences. The loss of credit for this problem will be the responsibility of the FCS administration.
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BELL SCHEDULE - MIDDLE SCHOOL/HIGH SCHOOL
REGULAR SCHEDULE
1st Period
8:00 - 9:00
CHAPEL SCHEDULE
1st Period
8:00 - 9:00
High School Chapel
2nd Period (MS)
9:05 - 9:55
2nd Period
9:05 - 9:55
9:05 - 9:55
nd
2
Period (HS)
10:00 - 10:40
Middle School Chapel 10:00 - 10:40
3rd Period
10: 00 - 10:50
3rd Period
10:45 - 11:25
4th Period
10:55 - 11:45
4th Period
11:30 - 12:10
5th Period
Lunch
Class
A Lunch Schedule
11:50 - 12:10
12:15 - 1:05
5th Period
Lunch
Class
A Lunch Schedule
12:15 - 12:35
12:40 - 1:30
B Lunch Schedule
Class
11:50 - 12:10
Lunch
12:15 - 12:35
Class
12:40 - 1:05
Class
Lunch
Class
B Lunch Schedule
12:15 - 12:35
12:40 - 1:00
1:05 - 1:30
C Lunch Schedule
Class
11:50 - 12:40
Lunch
12:45 - 1:05
Class
Lunch
C Lunch Schedule
12:15 - 1:05
1:10 - 1:30
6th Period
1:10 - 2:00
6th Period
1:35 - 2:15
7th Period
2:05 - 2:55
Chapel is usually scheduled on Thursday
7th Period
2:20 - 2:55
HALF DAY PROCEDURES
On half days of school 3K through 5th grade will be dismissed at 12:00 noon. 6-12 grades will be dismissed at
12:10 p.m. except on exam days. On exam days 6-12 grades will be dismissed at 11:45 when the exam
finishes. Teachers m u s t remain on campus until 3:20 p.m. except for the day before Thanksgiving and the
day before Christmas break. Kindergarten through 3rd grades are served lunch except for the half day before
Christmas and the last day of school. The lunch room is open after school for after school care students and
teachers.
HALF DAY BELL SCHEDULE
6-12th grade schedule
Period schedule:
1st period
8:00 to 9:00 a.m.
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9:05 to 9:55 a.m.
10:00 to 10:40 a.m.
10:45 to 11:25 a.m.
11:30 to 12:10 p.m. (dismissal)
MORNING SCHEDULE
Classrooms must be opened by 7:45 a.m., this is not an option, and students permitted to enter. Teachers are to
provide suitable activities for students (coloring, puzzles, books, etc.) Attendance is to be taken by 8:00 a.m.
No students are to be loitering outside the classroom or in the hallways after 7:45 a.m.
EARLY DISMISSAL
Parents picking up their students early are required to sign a form in the office, which will then release their
student for early dismissal.
Students sent to the office for sickness are to be sent with another reliable student and a pink pass. The pass will
be signed by office personnel and returned by the student. If the sick student is kept in the office for a while,
the office will notify you by intercom that the student is returning to the classroom.
DISMISSAL PROCEDURES: STUDENTS SHOULD NEVER BE LEFT UNATTENDED.
Preschool: Students not picked up at 12:30 p.m. are to be checked in with day care personnel.
Elementary: Assigned teachers will take the students to the extended care and check them in and then proceed to
the drive to assist with students being picked up. Students are to line up at the pick-up area by 2:40 p.m.
Teachers are to remain with their students until they are picked up.
THE FOLLOWING FORM MUST BE COMPLETED BY THE CLASSROOM TEACHER FOR THE
EXTENDED DAY CARE WORKERS. (These are located in the workroom.)
AFTER SCHOOL EXTEND CARE FORM
GRADE________TEACHER_______________________________________DATE__________
NAME
BAND/CHOIR
PATROLS
SPORTS
STUDY
HALL
TIM
E IN
T
I
M
(Time out to be entered by extend ed care worker)
KEYS
Keys will be issued to each teacher for his or her classroom, the outside door (if needed), the teachers’
workroom, and any other areas to which a teacher needs access. Mr. Brigham is in charge of keys. Under no
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circumstances are teachers to give classroom keys to students to enter a classroom when the teacher is not in
the room.
Keys lost or stolen will be replaced for the cost of making new keys. Under no circumstances are
you to duplicate any key belonging to the school. If you unlock a door on the weekend or after 3:30
p.m. on a weekday, please lock it behind you. Leaving a door unlocked makes the building vulnerable
to vandalism.
FUND RAISING
All fund raising must be approved. This is done by a “Request For Addition To The School Calendar” form.
These forms are available through Mrs. Andrews who keeps the school’s master calendar. Do not ask to do a
fund raiser verbally. You must have this form completed and signed by all required signatures. There will be
no
selling of food or any items between 8:00 a.m. and 2:55 p.m.
FACULTY EVALUATION PROCEDURES
1. Classroom Visits (Evaluations)
a. A minimum of 4 classroom observations are required by FACCS for each faculty member
during each school year. Observation sheets are kept by the principals.
b. These observations will be made by the principal or peer teacher.
c. Evaluations of these observations will be written on the “Teacher Evaluation Form” and
turned into the headmaster at the end of each semester.
d. The written evaluations will include the following:
e. Teachers’ name
f. Date, period and class observed
g. Rating of all areas on evaluation form
h. Written comments
i. The signature of the evaluator
j. The signature of the teacher to indicate that a conference was held to discuss the evaluation
k. A teacher may question any part of the evaluation and may attach a note of explanation to the
evaluation form if they feel that it is warranted.
2. Informal evaluations (are nonscheduled, non-announced visits by the principal or peer evaluator to
the classroom.) These visits may be anytime and may or may not be followed by a conference. If a
written note is placed in the employee file, however, they will provide it to the teacher, who may
request a conference, regarding the observation.
3. The headmaster will respond to questions about the principal’s evaluation only after the
teacher/principal conference.
4. Each faculty member will provide annually a “Self Improvement Plan” prior to the end of the academic
year designating areas of strength and weakness. An improvement plan will be written addressing areas
of weakness and discussed with the faculty member’s principal.
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treasurer. In order to be nominated for and to hold a class office, the student must have a good conduct record
and have a 3.0 average in scholarship.
Each grade will nominate at least two students for each class office. The home room teacher will then check
the grade sheets to determine that the nominees meet the basic qualifications for class officers. The class will
then vote on the nominees. The principal or his representative must approve all nominees before they run for
office.
The function of the class officers and the student council will be to promote class pride, school spirit, and to
organize service programs to improve the general welfare of the school and the school grounds. Other
responsibilities will include serving on the chapel planning committee and disciple council. Class officers
will conduct meetings under the supervision of the class sponsors.
The class sponsors will be assigned and directed by Mr. Stemmer.
CLINIC
The school clinic is open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The clinic is staffed by a licensed R.N. and provides
first aid for injuries and temporary care for the sick. Children sent to the clinic will be treated as necessary and
sent back to class. If a student is unable to return to class parents will be contacted and arrangements will be
made for him/her to go home.
Students must have a medication form on file in the clinic in order to take any medications at school. If there is
not a form on file and a student requests medication (Tylenol, aspirin, etc.) parents will be called for
authorization.
To take prescribed medications at school, students must have a medication form, along with a doctor’s note on
file in the school clinic. Medications must be in the original bottles or container, and turned in by the parent to
the clinic to be kept under lock. If a student requires an inhaler or Epi Pen, they must be kept in the clinic with a
prescription from the doctor. Some students have medical conditions such as diabetes, asthma, allergies,
etc., which might necessitate special attention during school hours. It is essential that this information be kept
on file at the school.
3K through second grade on the west campus will go to the office for health care assistance.
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COMMUNICABLE DISEASES
Florida Christian School wants to maintain a healthful school environment by making controls designed to
prevent the spread of communicable diseases. The term “Communicable disease” will mean an illness which
arises as a result of a specific infectious agent which may be transmitted either directly or indirectly by a
susceptible host or infected person or animal to other persons.
A teacher or administrator official who reasonably suspects that a student or employee has a communicable
disease will immediately notify the school headmaster. The reported diseases include the following:
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS)
AIDS Related Complex (ARC)
Amebiasis
Animal bite (by a potentially rabid animal)
Anthrax
Botulism
Brucellosis
Camphylobacteriosis
Chancroid
Chicken Pox
Dengue
Diphtheria
Encephalitis
Giardiasis (acute)
Gonorrhea
Granulosa Inguinale
Hansen’s Disease (Leprosy)
Hemorrhagic Fevers
Hepatitis
Histoplasmosis
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Legionnaire’s
Leptospirosis
Lymphogranuloma Venereum
Malaria
Measles (Rubeola)
Meningitis
Meningococcal Disease
Mumps
Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning
Parvovirus B19 (Fifth)
Pertussis
Pesticide Poisoning
Plague
Poliomyelitis
Psittacosis
Rabies
Relapsing Fever
R. Rickettsia
Rocky Mt. Spotted Fever
Rubella including congenital
Salmonellosis
Schistosomiasis
Shigellosis
Smallpox
Syphilis
Tetanus
Toxoplasmosis (acute)
Trichinosis
Tuberculosis
Tularemia
Typhoid Fever
Typhus
Vibrio Infections
Yellow Fever
Any student or employee with a communicable disease for which immunization is required by law or is available,
will be temporarily excluded from school while ill and during recognized periods of communicability.
Students and employees with communicable diseases for which immunization is not available will be excluded
from school while ill. If the nature of the disease and circumstances warrant, Florida Christian School may
require an independent physician’s examination of the student or employee to verify the diagnosis of
communicable disease. Florida Christian School 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.
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COPYRIGHT LAW: 17 U.S.C.G. SEC. 107
1. Guidelines for “fair use” in the education setting. I. Single copying for teachers
A single copy may be made of any of the following by or for a teacher at his or her individual request for his
or her scholarly research of use in teaching or preparation to teach class.
A.
A chapter from a book
B.
An article from a periodical or newspaper
C.
A short story, short essay or short poem, whether or not from a collective work
D.
A chart, graph, diagram, drawing, cartoon, or picture from a book, periodical, or newspaper.
2. Multiple copies for classroom use
A.
The copying meets the test of brevity and spontaneity as defined below
B.
Meets the cumulative effect test as defined below
C.
Each copy includes a notice of copyright
3. Prohibitions as to I and II above
Notwithstanding any of the above, the following will be prohibited:
A.
Copy will not be used to create or to replace or substitute for anthologies, compilations for
collective works. Such replacement or substitution may occur whether copies of various
works or excerpts are accumulated or reproduced and used separately.
B.
There will be no copying of or from works intending to be “consumable” in the course of
study or of teaching. These include workbooks, exercises, standardized tests and test booklets
and answer sheets and like consumable material.
4. Copying will not:
a.
Substitute for the purchase of books, publishers’ reprints or periodicals
b.
Be directed to higher authority
c.
Be repeated with respect to the same teacher from term to term
d.
No charge will be made to the student beyond the actual cost of photo copying
AWARDS - ELEMENTARY
Only Awards with * will be presented in the assembly and typed by office personnel. All other awards are to
be given out in the classroom and will be the responsibility of the teacher to type.
*Top Scholar
The one student with the highest overall average - must be on all A Honor
Roll- certificate
*Honor Roll
at least a 3.5 average (no C’s, D’s or F’s) - all four nine weeks - certificate
*Principal’s Honor Roll
All A’s - all four nine weeks - certificate
*President’s Educational Award 5th grade - certificate from the President of the U.S.A.
*Miami Herald Spelling Bee
One elementary school winner and one middle school winner – certificate
*Outstanding Christian Testimony One student in each class who demonstrates the highest level of Christian
attitude and testimony - certificate
Subject Awards
ONE certificate for each student who has excelled. The Merit Award will be used
for Subject Proficiency (student who has the highest GPA in each subject area),
Citizenship and Perfect Attendance.
Sportsmanship
Those students who display consistent qualities of sportsmanship (awarded by the
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physical education teacher) - certificate
Music
Those students who show outstanding achievement in music (one or two per
classroom) - certificate
Geography Bee
Grades 4 & 5, receive certificate of participation; 1st & 2nd place winners
receive certificate and trophy
Language Arts
Oral/Written, 1st-5th grades, FACCS certificates/ribbons 1st, 2nd, 3rd &
Honorable Mention
AWARDS - MIDDLE AND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Top Scholar
12th grade - Valedictorian - seal on diploma, award booklet
Salutatorian - seal on diploma, award booklet
Honor Roll
3.70 average a minimum of 4 A’s (no D’s or F’s) per grading period - certificate
Principal’s Honor Roll
All A’s - certificate
Subject Awards
The student who is determined to be the top student in each subject- certificate
President’s Education Award
12th grade - certificate from the President of the U.S.A.
8th grade - certificate from the President of the U.S.A
5th grade –certificate from the President of the U.S.A.
Miami Herald Spelling Bee
One middle school winner - certificate
Yearbook Editor
Editor receives desk pen set
Yearbook Staff Certificates
National Honor Society
Awards at reception - card, certificate and patch
National Junior Honor Society
Certificate, card and patch
Class Officers
Certificates
Outstanding Christian Testimony One boy & girl in each grade who demonstrates the highest level of Christian
attitude and testimony – certificate
Chorus & Band
Service letters, pins, etc. (receive at their awards banquet)
Outstanding Chorus Member
Trophy
Outstanding Band Member
Trophy
Outstanding Christian Athlete
Senior award - plaque, name plate on plaque in office
Principal’s Academic Athlete
Senior award - plaque, name plate on plaque in office
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CHAPEL – MIDDLE SCHOOL AND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
The primary purpose of chapel is to promote spiritual growth in students through sacred music, films, special speakers,
and class programs. Though the themes are not always directly Biblical in nature, they should be Christian in
atmosphere and purpose. Chapel meets on Thursday for Middle School (6, 7 and 8 grades) from 10:00 to 10:45 and
for High School (9-12) from 9:05 to 9:55 a.m. in the gymnasium.
Combined chapels will be held in the gym/auditorium. Students will sit in the bleachers in designated areas. Teachers
will sit with the students in designated locations.
The following are the procedures for entering and leaving chapel:
1. ALL TEACHERS are to accompany students to the chapel and sit in their designated area.
2. Students are directed through the halls and designated stairways into the chapel area by the teachers. Students
should use south doors to enter and exit the chapel.
3. There is to be no loud or boisterous talking by the students after they enter the chapel. This rule is to be
strictly enforced by the teachers.
4. Teachers are to remain with the students during the chapel. Be observant to student behavior.
5. Students are not to take any books to chapel other than their Bibles.
General behavior suggestions:
1. Before chapel begins students may talk quietly in their seats.
2. Never should there be any booing or whistling.
3. Teachers should instruct students to behave in a respectful manner toward any guests performing in chapel.
CHAPEL FOR ELEMENTARY
Elementary Chapel will be held:
Pre-school (3K & 4K)
5K & 1st grade
2nd & 3rd grades
4th & 5th grades
Tuesday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Wednesday
8:15 to 8:45
9:00 to 9:30
9:00 to 9:30
8:15 to 8:45
West campus lunchroom
W est campus lunchroom
Gym
Gym
CHAPEL PROCEDURES FOR ELEMENTARY
Students are to enter quietly and sit in assigned areas. Students are to take their Bibles to chapel. Students need
to listen to the chaplain and follow directions. Teachers need to go over proper behavior in chapel with students
before chapel begins.
All teachers - no grading papers during chapel, no leaving your class for breaks during chapel.
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT, ELEMENTARY
Each teacher is responsible for the control of his classroom. This control includes student discipline, furniture
arrangement, and the use of teaching aids, regulation of lighting and the control of ventilation.
The first three weeks often set the classroom pattern for the year. Get off to a businesslike start.
The first two - three weeks of school procedures must be taught.
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How to: line-up The teacher must be in control at all times. Students need to be taught proper procedures in lining
up:
2 rows - (1) girls and (1) boys
The teacher needs to designate check points (stop and check students). The teacher is to “lead” the class. While
students are in the school building areas there is to be no talking - talking moderately is permitted when the class is
away from the buildings where classes are being conducted.
Elementary dismissal time
Students are to be in line and ready to leave the classroom no later than 2:40 p.m.! The teacher is to escort the class
to the designated area for parents to pick up their children. The remainder of the class (staying in after school care)
must be escorted to extended care and checked in.
Bathroom times
Students are to be quiet during bathroom breaks as classes are in progress. The teacher is to line up the girls and boys,
with the teacher checking the bathrooms, before allowing students to enter. Teachers are also to check the bathrooms
after their class’ use.
Begin each day and throughout the day with a word of prayer. Use prayer time to teach students how to pray, not to
preach. Never allow prayer time to degenerate into sarcasm or jokes. Teachers must always control this time.
Teach students how to pray:
1.
2.
3.
Public prayers should include thanksgiving.
Public prayers should always acknowledge Christ and include praises.
Students need to be taught to pray in “Jesus’ name.”
If proper teaching of procedures occurs the first weeks of school, it will ensure a good school year and a welldisciplined classroom.
Arrange your room and display your materials according to your taste. The wise teacher will take care of this the
afternoon before. Your room should reflect your tastes, your interests, your neatness, and your approach to teaching.
It influences the attitude of your students.
The bulletin board is a teaching instrument and should be used regularly and intelligently. It should be kept neat at
all times. Teachers must change the board every four weeks or seasonally. Bulletin boards should reflect spiritual
principles contained in the regular curriculum. The principal will check bulletin boards.
Bulletin Boards - (1) one must be spiritual (1) one must be seasonal or students’ work with a
theme.
Keep your desk and furniture neatly arranged and your room as clean as possible. The floor should
never be littered. It is good idea to keep cleaning compound and a cloth in your desk and use them
daily.
Before you leave your room for the day, have your students clear the floor of trash. Turn off the lights and air
conditioner and lock your door.
Be alert to students writing or marking on desks or other equipment. INSIST that students sit in the same seat, and
maintain a seating chart. As soon as any writing on desks appears, do something about it.
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Care and maintenance of equipment assigned to your use is your responsibility. Only teachers should adjust the
windows, lights, and air conditioners. Be alert to temperature and light control. Air conditioners should never be
below 78 degrees.
Boards should be kept free of tape and other damaging materials. Always erase your board when you are finished.
The only thing that should be left on the board from day to day is an ongoing assignment.
Remember that your room is your home for more than six hours a day. Encourage your students to care for it
accordingly.
Use Mr., Mrs., Miss, or coach when speaking to other faculty in the presence of students, parents and when at school
in public places. Do not discuss problems with or of other teachers, with students. Your responsibility is always to
be supportive. If you have a concern with any teacher, speak directly to them. Do not share intimate details about
your personal life with your class. Be professional in your discussions.
ESTABLISHING CLASSROOM ORDER
After everything possible has been done to develop a wholesome classroom environment that will assist the
learning experience, it is necessary to promote good classroom order by using specific techniques and to deal
directly with disciplinary problems that do arise.
POINTERS FOR PROMOTING CLASSROOM ORDER
1. Keep the students busy. Either by established procedure or by specific announcement on the
blackboard, the students should have something to do from the moment they enter the classroom. A
helpful practice in this regard is to write on the blackboard the first responsibility for the following
morning (before leaving the classroom at the end of the day). Reserve one end of the front board for
the listing of all assignments. Long-range assignments should be set forth at the bottom of the list and
special attention called to them as the due date approaches. By this means every student is always
aware of work that needs to be done.
2. Praise the work of the class as a group and of individuals when the work or conduct deserves it. Find
something every day for which to pay a compliment.
When the classroom order is good, the students should know that the teacher is pleased. If it is
possible reward the class with some activity, which they particularly enjoy. It is a good thing to follow
praiseworthy conduct with some such action.
A friendly interest in the children of the classroom as individuals will do much to build an atmosphere of
mutual trust and esteem that will pay dividends in classroom order. Even as we urge the teacher to be
friendly with the students in his class, we must warn against the dangers of seeking to be popular with
the students at any price. This effort will often lead to a familiarity that hampers good working
arrangements in the classroom, or to a frustration that develops when the personally popular teacher is
reversed by school administration. Perhaps the term “friendly without being familiar” conveys the
desired relationship. Teachers must expect students to improve. They cannot, if the relationship is
too familiar.
Availability to help in various student centered activities will do much to impress the students with
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the fact that the teacher is interested in their total activity schedule and will promote cooperation
during the working hours of the classroom day. Frequently a classroom situation is improved if a
teacher will try to be available for conversation with students(s) who desire to talk over some of his
interests with an adult. Many students have no one who will listen to them!
3. Do not talk too much! This is an occupational hazard, and every teacher must be on guard against it.
Frequent, lengthy illustrations from personal experience are danger signs. To the unprejudiced
observer, these appear as an undue exploitation of the captive audience (the class).
It is almost as damaging to the classroom order to fall into the habit of delivering lengthy explanations
concerning classroom procedure or assignments. Give the assignment directly then put them to work.
4. As the class is working, walk around the room. If an individual or group tends to be noisy, stand by
them.
5. Do not raise your voice to secure attention. Wait for attention before proceeding. The old-fashioned
procedure of having the students stand at the beginning of the class period when the teacher is ready to
begin the work is an effective means of securing class order. In the Christian school this can be the time
for the opening prayer of the class session.
6. Allow time to discontinue one activity as the class shifts to another. Likewise, allow time for room
clean up before class is dismissed.
7. Fulfill any duty assignments promptly and completely. Maintain school and administration standards by
your own example and expect obedience to those standards at all times. Much unnecessary
uncertainty and laxity develop if one member of the school staff interprets or enforces the standards of
behavior and conduct in a different degree than other members of the staff. The uneven
administration of such routine requirements will have its effect in classroom operation.
8. Reassign seats at regular intervals. This gives the teacher a natural opportunity to move individuals or
to distribute disturbing groups of students.
9. Never speak thoughtlessly or under the influence of anger. Whenever possible, avoid an open clash.
10. Carry out every threat, but don’t make threats you can’t carry out.
11. When punishment is used, help the pupil understand why he is being punished.
12. When the punishment is determined, administer it as quickly as possible.
13. Do not punish the group for the offense of one or two. This is a sure way of losing class support. Find
out who is doing the wrong.
14. If you are chronically late to class, don’t expect your students to be punctual.
15. Be fair in grading. Be consistent in discipline on a daily basis. Make it your goal to teach so well that no
one fails your class.
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16. Call the home and establish communication with parents at the first sign of a student’s l a c k of
cooperation. Record all phone conferences on the appropriate form and turn it in to your principal.
17. Always BE CALM. An adult in a fit of temper always looks awkward in dealing with youngsters. If
you do lose your temper, make certain that you calm down when possible. This is essential if your
adult Christian example is to have any impact upon children under your care. “Let your moderation be
known unto all men.” Philippians 4:5.
DISCIPLINE PLAN FOR ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM
A classroom discipline plan consists of three parts:
RULES - that students must follow at all times.
POSITIVE RECOGNITION - that students will receive for following the rules.
CONSEQUENCES - that result when students choose not to follow the rules.
CLASSROOM RULES SHOULD BE:
Limited
Observable
Apply at all times
Apply to behavior only
GENERAL CLASSROOM RULES FOR K-4TH GRADES:
Follow directions
Keep hands, feet and objects to yourself
Do not leave the room without permission
No swearing, bad language or teasing
No yelling or screaming
TEACHING YOUR CLASSROOM DISCIPLINE PLAN
1. Explain why you need rules
2. Teach the rule
Role play the rules
3. Check for understanding
4. Explain how you will positively recognize students who follow the rules
5. Explain why you have consequences
6. Teach the consequences
7. Check for understanding
Send a copy of your classroom discipline plan home to parents.
TEACHING SPECIFIC DIRECTIONS:
ROUTINE PROCEDURES:
-when students enter the classroom
-when students leave the classroom
-when a student wants a drink of water
-when a student needs to use the restroom
-when a student needs to sharpen his or her pencil
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-when the teacher gives a signal to begin an activity
-when students change from one activity to another
-when students are sitting in circle time
-when the teacher is taking attendance
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SPECIAL PROCEDURES:
-when a fire bell rings
-when the class goes to a school assembly
-when the class goes on a field trip
-when a guest comes into the classroom
-when students are in the library
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN RULES AND DIRECTIONS:
RULES: are posted in your classroom, and are in effect at all times during the day.
DIRECTIONS: are in effect for the duration of a specific activity. Directions may change based on the needs of the
teacher and the maturity level of the students.
ACADEMIC DIRECTIONS:
Clear your desks of everything but paper and pencil.
Eyes on me or eyes on your paper. No talking while I’m talking.
Raise your hand and wait to be called upon to ask or answer a question.
POSITIVE RECOGNITION:
Praise
First in line for recess
Positive notes sent home to parents
Positive notes sent to students
Eat lunch with the teacher Select seats on Friday
EXAMPLES FOR GIVING SPECIAL PRIVILEGES:
First in line
Take care of the class pet
Classroom monitor
Correct papers
Tutor younger children
Help the teacher
Free time
Extra computer time
Work on favorite activity
Certificates that the child can carry home stating GOOD JOB, etc.
CLASS WIDE POSITIVE RECOGNITION:
Let the class know what you expect, and when they do what you expect, put points on the chalkboard, marbles in a
jar, etc. When the established goal is achieved, the class enjoys the reward:
Movie Popcorn
Extra recess
Special arts and crafts
** Once points are awarded they cannot be taken away
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EXAMPLE OF POSITIVE TELEPHONE CALL TO A PARENT:
I want you to know that Sara is really setting a wonderful example for the other students. She follows my
directions as soon as I give them, and that helps everybody get to work more easily and quickly.
I’m just so pleased that she’s made such a great start. I feel confident that this is going to be a very good year for
Sara.
Please tell Sara that I called and how pleased I am with her behavior in class.
EXAMPLE OF WHAT A POSITIVE NOTE MIGHT SAY:
October 23, 2013
Dear Mr. and Mrs. ________________:
It is a pleasure to let you know what a terrific job Rick is doing in my class. Every day he arrives to class on time and
settles down to work right away. I think you will find that his responsible behavior will be resulting in better grades.
You should be very proud of the effort he is making!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Mesa
CONSEQUENCES
First time a student breaks a rule:
Second time:
Third time:
Fourth time:
Fifth time:
Severe case:
warning
5 minutes working away from group
10 minutes working away from group
Teacher calls parent
Send to principal
Send to principal
HOW TO USE CONSEQUENCES:
First time a student disrupts - give a warning (this gives the student the opportunity to choose more appropriate
behavior).
Second or third time - need to provide a consequence - easy to implement and not time consuming. For example: time
out or writing in behavioral journal.
Fourth time - four disruptions during one day is completely unacceptable - you need to contact the parent.
Fifth time - should be last consequence - send to principal’s office
SEVERE CASE: Severe misbehavior such as fighting, vandalism, defying the teacher or in some way stopping the
entire class from functioning, a student would not receive a warning. He or she loses the right to proceed through the
hierarchy of consequences. Severe misbehavior calls for an immediate consequence that will remove the student from
the classroom.
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SUGGESTED CONSEQUENCES:
Designate a chair or table as the “time out” area. Depending on the age of the student, a trip to time out area could
last from five to ten minutes.
WRITTEN ASSIGNMENTS IN BEHAVIOR JOURNAL:
For the older students - write account of misbehavior during recess, after class or at home. This written account should
include the following points:
1.
2.
3.
4.
The rule that was broken (The rule I broke was . . .)
Why the student chose to break the rule or not follow the direction. (I hit Michael at recess because he was
teasing me. He said my jacket was ugly).
What alternative action the student could have taken that would have been more appropriate. (Instead of
hitting Michael I could have ignored him. I could have walked away and played with someone else).
The student signs and dates the Behavior Journal sheet.
Writing in a behavior journal helps the student accept responsibility for his/her behavior. It also helps them
think about choosing alternative behaviors in the future.**IMPORTANT - Discipline record ends daily; every
day is a new beginning.
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DISCIPLINARY CLASSROOM PLAN
In order to guarantee your child and all the students in my classroom to the excellent educational climate they deserve, I
cannot allow constant interruptions and misbehavior in class. Therefore, I am utilizing the following plan:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Listen when the teacher speaks, and follow directions promptly.
Raise your hand and wait to be called upon.
Work quietly at your seat.
Do not get up from your seat without permission.
Be quiet in line.
Be kind to others.
Sit correctly.
If a student breaks a rule:
1st correction:
2nd correction:
3rd correction:
4th correction:
5th correction:
Severe disruption:
Warning
Head down on desk for 5 minutes or time out
Time out/Loss of privilege
No playtime/loss of privilege. Parents will be notified. Notes are to be signed and
returned the next day to the teacher.
Remove from classroom, send to another room.
Send immediately to the principal or assistant principal; parents will be called.
Students who behave appropriately will be positively rewarded with positive notes, praise, stars, stickers, and edible
treats.
It is in your child’s best interest that we work together with regard to his or her schooling. I will keep you informed
about your child’s progress in my class.
We have already discussed this plan in the classroom. Please review it with your child before signing and returning
the form below.
Thank you for your support.
Sincerely,
Your teacher
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------PLEASE SIGN AND RETURN - Disciplinary Classroom Plan
I support this plan and will reinforce it a home.
Child’s name
Date_
Parent/Guardian signature_
Comments
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
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5th Grade Unsatisfactory Note
Name: _______________________________________ Teacher: ______________________ Date: ____________
Dear Parent,
I regret to inform you that your child had to be corrected today for disobeying the following rule. Please return the
signed note to the teacher by the next school day. Failure to return it could result in additional points. Thank you.
ACADEMIC
Warning
The consequence for getting a warning is that they do not receive the treat on
Friday
Unprepared for class – missing book, paper, pencil, etc.
w/1 *
Papers/Folders unsigned or unreturned
w/1 *
No Homework – 1 day late starts at 60% after that a 0%
w/1 *
Incomplete Homework – graded as is
w/1 *
st
nd
* 1 quarter a warning only. Starting the 2 quarter you receive a warning and 1
point
BEHAVIOR
The consequences for behavior issues are listed in the box below
Points
Note passing
2
Excessive talking/calling out
2
Disruptive behavior
2
Not working/not following directions
2
Misbehavior in locker/hallway area
2
Cell phone – out or being used
2
Lack of respect/rudeness
5
Inappropriate Language
5
Lying/cheating
5/10 **
Damaging School Property
5/10 **
Profanity
5/10 **
Fighting
5/10 **
Other:
** = First offence is 5 pts, thereafter it is 10 pts.
CONSEQUENCES FOR BEHAVIOR ISSUES
Points for this incident: ________
Total Points for the year: _______
Every 10 points = 1 hour detention 3:00-4:00 p.m. – Mon/Tues/Thurs. date:________
20 points = Parent Conference
30 /90 points = Send to Principal and detention
40 points = 3 days of silent lunch and detention
50 points = 1 day suspension (in school)
60/70/80 points = 1 week of silent lunch and detention
65 points = 2 day suspension (out of school)
100 points = possible expulsion
Parent Conference Required – Please contact the teacher via email to set appointment
____________________________________________
Student’s Signature
____________________________________________
Parent’s Signature
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UNSATISFACTORY CONDUCT FORM
I regret to inform you that your child,
more times today for disobeying one or more of the following rules:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
, had to be corrected three or
Listen when the teacher speaks, and follow directions promptly.
Raise your hand and wait to be called upon.
Work quietly at your seat.
Do not get up from your seat without permission.
Be quiet in line.
Be kind to others/keep your hands and feet to yourself.
Sit correctly.
Other:
Consequences
( )
( )
)
( )
Time out chair
Lost of privilege (
Was removed from class.
Was sent to the office.
)(
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------PLEASE SIGN AND RETURN TO TEACHER
Teacher
Parent’s signature_
Parent’s comments
Date
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CONDUCT REFERRAL - OFFICE REFERRAL
3rd -5th grades / Middle School / High School
Each teacher is responsible for classroom discipline. Removing a student from the class should only be done as
a last resort or in case of gross disrespect.
If it becomes necessary to send a student to the office the following procedure must be followed:
1. A clear statement of the problem should be made on the office referral form.
2. A reliable student should accompany any student sent to the office and should bring the office referral form
to be given to the office personnel.
3. Students should never be threatened with a particular type punishment.
4. The office administration will return the teacher’s copy of the office referral form to the teacher with a
description of the action taken. If you question the administrative response see the administrator directly.
5. Students will receive an unexcused absence for any class period spent in the office.
DEMERITS/DETENTION
Florida Christian School expects each student to be obedient to God in his daily conduct. The Bible emphasizes the
importance of our testimony to those around us. Scripture also teaches us that proper discipline is needed to correct
those things in our lives which are wrong.
The following offenses and discipline will be strictly enforced.
1. WARNINGS WILL BE GIVEN FOR:
a. Inattention in class
b. Any minor offenses at the school’s discretion
2. DEMERITS are assigned for any offense written up by the teacher. These include excessive talking in
class, passing notes and any other offense at the teacher’s discretion.
3. AFTER SCHOOL DETENTION – Students who receive a third unexcused tardy to school will be required
to serve a 30 minute after school detention in the dean’s office. After school detention can be assigned by
the dean for other infractions or accumulation of demerits as well.
4. SATURDAY DETENTION - Students who accumulate 10 or more demerits for any reason during a one week
time period will receive a 4 hour Saturday detention. Automatic ten demerit offenses include: cursing,
disrespect, vandalism, fighting, skipping, stealing, or any violation designated by the administration. The 4
hour detention is from 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon. A $20 fee will be assessed for each Saturday detention.
Saturday detentions must be served. Any student who fails to show for detention hall on Saturday will be
automatically suspended from school for a minimum of 1 day pending administrative review.
5. BEHAVIORAL PROBATION - Students who receive 20 demerits during a nine-week period will be placed
on behavioral probation. Behavioral probation prevents a student from participating in sports, field trips or
other type of trips taken by the school. If a student is placed on behavioral probation for the following nine
weeks (and receives 20 demerits) they will receive a second probation letter. If a student receives 20 demerits
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for a third consecutive nine weeks, the student will be liable for dismissal. Any student who receives 60
demerits for the year will be liable for dismissal.
6. SUSPENSION is given to any student who receives a total of 25 demerits in one-nine week grading
period. Students may also be suspended for any repeated offense. Other suspension offenses include
haircut and dress violations, vandalism, or any violation deemed necessary by the deans or other
administrators.
7. EXPULSION of a student will occur if 40 demerits are received during one-nine week grading period.
Verbal or physical threats, written or oral, against a student or faculty member will be grounds for
dismissal. Vandalism, possession of a firearm, or any other offense may also result in expulsion. Possession
of, or use of alcohol or drugs, on school property or at a school function will result in automatic expulsion.
8. DISQUALIFICATION FROM RE-ENROLLMENT for the following school year may result from any
accumulation of 60 demerits within the school year.
OFF CAMPUS CONDUCT
Florida Christian School students are expected to maintain Christian conduct off campus as well as on campus.
Attendance and/or participating in an event in which alcohol and/or drug activity occurs may lead to dismissal from
school.
CONDUCT IN ASSEMBLIES/CHAPEL
At all times, the student’s behavior should be refined and courteous. An indication of the cultural level of a school
is the conduct of the student body at an assembly. Whether guests are present or not, each student is personally
responsible for the impression made by the school as a whole. Unacceptable conduct would include whistling,
inappropriate clapping, boisterousness, and talking during a program.
Textbooks and other materials are to be left in student lockers. Purses, billfolds, and Bibles are to be taken to all
assemblies and chapels.
RELATIONSHIPS
Florida Christian School is a co-ed institution and realizes the importance of developing wholesome relationships.
We feel that Scripture is very clear in this matter and stand on God’s Word for our guidelines. Students are not to have
any physical contact such as holding hands, arms around one another, or kissing. Students will be taught the
importance of dating standards and marriage using the Bible as our guideline. Violations will result in demerits and
Saturday detentions.
CHEATING
Blatant Cheating - This includes a cheat sheet, copying a student’s test, etc.
Penalty:
1st offense - office referral, 1 day suspension and zero on the test, report or assignment, ( Suspension means a zero
is added to each class for that day’s suspension)
2nd offense - office referral, 3 days suspension and zero on test, report or assignment.
3rd offense - 5 days suspension and zero on test, report, or assignment and /or dismissal.
Suspicious Behavior - That is talking during a test, quiz, suspected copying of a test.
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Penalty:
1st offense - verbal warning, office referral and lunch detention.
2nd offense - office referral, Saturday detention and a grade reduction may result at the teacher’s discretion.
3rd offense - office referral, a possible suspension and a grade reduction at the teacher’s discretion.
You can help prevent cheating in your classroom by:
1.
2.
3.
Requiring a cover sheet
Standing in the back of your room during a test
Collecting all papers at the same time or teacher collecting the test when completed.
STUDENT DRIVERS
Students may drive their cars to school, provided there is ample space to park. Seniors will be given preference in
parking spaces. Any remaining spaces may be used by juniors. Students must park in assigned areas. When students
leave their cars in the morning, they may not return to their cars during the school day without permission.
All student drivers must register their cars with the Director of Student Activities. Packets are available in the
bookstore. A registration sticker will be issued and must be displayed at all times. Leaving school grounds in an
automobile without specific parental permission and approval from the school office is expressly forbidden.
Driving Infractions - Reckless driving, speeding, or any other misuse of the driving privilege will result in a two week
suspension of driving privileges for the first offence and a permanent loss of driving privileges for the second offense.
UNAUTHORIZED PROPERTY
All unauthorized materials such as electronic devices, knives, or any in appropriate magazines or pictures will be
confiscated and placed in the deans’ office until the end of the year or until the student’s parent picks up the item.
Any type of weapon is strictly prohibited.
Items may not be brought to school for the purpose of selling nor may any student solicit, or sponsor, or buy for any
group or organization without written permission from the principal.
DISCOVERY PROGRAM
Philosophy of the NILD Program
The NILD Educational therapy program is based on the principle of stimulation of cognitive processing through a
variety of techniques designed to improve academic and perceptual functioning.
National Institute for Learning Disabilities was established in 1982 to meet the needs of students with learning
disabilities through a unique program of educational therapy.
The NILD program is distinctively Christian recognizing God as the designer of the human brain and therefore as the
source of all knowledge and wisdom. We seek to honor God by keeping Him as the central focus of all levels of
program development, instruction and service delivery. The program is often referred to as the Discovery Program.
The NILD Program distinctive is:
1.
Deficit Stimulation - NILD focuses on deficit areas through a variety of academic techniques, stimulating
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2.
Non-tutorial - Educational therapy focuses on developing the underlying skills necessary for learning, enabling
the student to learn independently without tutoring.
3.
Integrative - Effective learning requires integration of perceptual and academic skills. NILD educational
therapy techniques develop perceptual and cognitive skills within the content of reading, writing, spelling and
math.
4.
Individual and Intense - Students in educational therapy are released from the classroom for two 80-minute
sessions per week and are in therapy an average of three to four years.
5.
Parental Involvement - Parents provide the needed structure and consistency, and work with their children at
home for ongoing stimulation during the week.
6.
All Age Inclusive - Because the brain’s continuous capacity for change, educational therapy can be effective
at any age.
Policy and Procedures
Good candidate for the discovery Program should have average to above average ability, processing deficits,
frustration, and or below grade level academic performance.
No student can be admitted without a complete battery of test (See Complete Testing Battery).
Teacher/Therapist chooses the student’s therapy schedule time.
1.
2.
3.
Referral
1.
2.
3.
4.
Recognition of problem by teacher or parent
Completion of teacher checklist.
Teacher - Parent conference.
Application for testing completed by parents and returned to Program Coordinator or Therapist.
Evaluation Process
1.
Schedule appointed time for educational assessment of student.
2.
Appointment with psychologist for testing.
Conference
1.
Team conference with principal, parents, teacher, and educational therapist to discuss test results
and recommendations.
2.
Written report provided for parents and students testing folder.
FCS 2014-2015 DRESS CODE
All students who attend Florida Christian School must follow the dress policy listed. All clothing must be purchased from AA Uniform
unless otherwise noted with an asterisk (*).. The Florida Christian logo must appear on all clothing as specified by the school.
Students will not be able to attend class unless they are dressed according to the dress code.
AA Uniform
8807 SW 132 Street (near the Falls) 305-254-0000
Girls PK3 - PK4
JUMPER:
BLOUSE:
CULOTTE:
Drop waist (1951/866) in plaid #37 or Button front (578) style in plaid #37 with embroidered logo
White Round Collar with Red or Navy Piping -worn with jumper only
Pull on style in plaid #37 with AA logo
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SLACK:
Navy with AA logo
KNIT:
Short or long sleeve in White, Navy or Red with embroidered logo
RED, PATRIOT T-SHIRT* –May be worn on Fridays and field trips
CARDIGIAN: Navy with embroidery (winter wear also available at FCS bookstore)
SOCKS*:
Must be worn
TIGHTS*:
White or Navy -winter only
SHOES*:
Black, brown, navy, white – any style- sneakers OK – no Crocs, sandals or open toed shoes
Girls K - 5
Grades K-2nd Drop waist (1951/866) style in plaid #37 w/ embroidery
Grade K - 5th Button front (578) style in plaid #37 w/ embroidery
BLOUSE:
White Round Collar with Red or Navy Piping -worn with jumper only
SKORT:
Side button style in plaid #37 with AA Logo
CULOTTE:
Grades K-2nd Pull on style in plaid #37 with AA logo
SLACK:
Navy with AA logo
KNIT:
Short or long sleeve in White, Navy or Red with embroidered logo
RED, PATRIOT T-SHIRT* –May be worn on Fridays and field trips
BELT*:
Solid Black or Brown leather – Plain with no ornamentations if garment has belt loops
CARDIGIAN: Navy with embroidery (winter wear also available at FCS bookstore)
SOCKS*:
Must be worn
TIGHTS*:
White or Navy -winter only
SHOES*:
Black, brown, navy, white – any style- sneakers OK – no Crocs, sandals or open toed shoes
JUMPER:
Girls 6 - 8
SKORT:
Patch Pocket (7439), Buckle front or Low Rise style (3980) in Navy or Khaki with AA logo
-no more than 6 inch above the floor when kneeling
SLACK:
Navy or Khaki (4025) with AA logo - Must fit loosely around hips and legs with no pull on pocket
SHORT:
Navy or Khaki Bermuda shorts (4046) (7362) with AA logo
– Length must reach longest fingertip. Shorts must fit loosely around hips and legs with no pull on pocket
RUGBY:
Short or long sleeve single stripe in White, Navy or Red with embroidered logo
TEAM SHIRTS* Athletic, club, music or other organization) may be worn only on designated days or game days as approved by
the school administration.
BELT*:
Black or Brown leather or Navy or Tan canvas web
SOCKS*:
Below the knee socks must be worn and must compliment the school uniform
SHOES*:
Black, brown, navy, white – any style- sneakers OK – no Crocs, sandals or open toed shoes. Girls may
wear boots with long pants only. Pants may not be tucked into boots.
WINTER WEAR*: Purchased from the FCS Bookstore
Girls 9 - 12
SLACK:
SHORT:
Navy, Khaki or Stone (4025) w/ AA logo- Must fit loosely around hips and legs with no pull on pocket
Bermudas Navy, Khaki or Stone (4046) (7362) with AA logo
– Length must reach longest fingertip. Shorts must fit loosely around hips and legs with no pull on pocket
KNIT:
Short or long sleeve in any color with embroidery
CUBAVERA:
Black, Navy, Red, Ivory and Khaki with embroidery
TEAM SHIRTS* Athletic, club, music or other organization) may be worn only on designated days or game days as approved by
the school administration.
BELT*:
FCS stripe or solid Black or Brown leather or Navy or Tan canvas web
SOCKS*:
Below the knee socks must be worn and must compliment the school uniform
SHOES*:
Black, brown, navy, white – any style- sneakers OK – no Crocs, sandals or open toed shoes. Girls may
wear boots with long pants only. Pants may not be tucked into boots.
WINTER WEAR*: Purchased from the FCS Bookstore
Boys PK3 - PK4
SHORT:
Navy Pull-on style with AA logo
PANT:
Navy Pull-on style with AA logo
KNIT:
Short or long sleeve in White, Navy or Red with embroidery logo
RED, PATRIOT T-SHIRT* –May be worn on Fridays and field trips
BELT*:
Solid Black or Brown leather – Plain with no ornamentations if garment has belt loops
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SOCKS*:
Must be worn
SHOES*:
Black, brown, navy, white – any style- sneakers OK – no Crocs, sandals or open toed shoes
WINTER WEAR*: Purchased from the FCS Bookstore
Boys K - 5
SHORT:
Navy with AA logo
PANT:
Navy with AA logo
KNIT:
Short or long sleeve in White, Navy or Red with embroidery
RED, PATRIOT T-SHIRT* –May be worn on Fridays and field trips
BELT*:
Solid Black or Brown leather – Plain with no ornamentations if garment has belt loops
SOCKS*:
Must be worn
SHOES*:
Black, brown, navy, white – any style- sneakers OK – no Crocs, sandals or open toed shoes
WINTER WEAR*: Purchased from the FCS Bookstore
Boys 6 - 8
SHORT:
Navy or Khaki with AA logo
PANT:
Navy or Khaki with AA logo
RUGBY:
Short or long sleeve single stripe in White, Navy or Red with embroidered logo
TEAM SHIRTS* Athletic, club, music or other organization) may be worn only on designated days or game days as approved by
the school administration.
BELT*:
Solid Black or Brown leather – Plain with no ornamentations if garment has belt loops
SOCKS*:
Must be worn
SHOES*:
Black, brown, navy, white – any style- sneakers OK – no Crocs, sandals or open toed shoes
WINTER WEAR*: Purchased from the FCS Bookstore
Boys 9 - 12
SHORT:
Navy, Khaki or Stone with AA logo
PANT:
Navy, Khaki or Stone with AA logo
KNIT:
Short or long sleeve in any color with embroidered logo
CUBAVERA:
Black, Navy, Red, Ivory and Khaki with embroidery
TEAM SHIRTS* Athletic, club, music or other organization) may be worn only on designated days or game days as approved by
the school administration.
BELT*:
Solid Black or Brown leather – Plain with no ornamentations if garment has belt loops
SOCKS*:
Must be worn
SHOES*:
Black, brown, navy, white – any style- sneakers OK – no Crocs, sandals or open toed shoes
WINTER WEAR*: Purchased from the FCS Bookstore
COLD WEATHER DRESS -- ALL STUDENTS
SWEATER
JACKET*
SWEATSHIRTS*
Pre-kindergarten through 5th grade may purchase navy uniform sweaters from AA Uniform or purchase winter
sweatshirts
from the FCS bookstore (pre-order recommended).
Pre-K through 2nd grades may also wear navy, ash or white (non-uniform) sweaters or sweatshirts. The West Campus
(younger students) are the only students permitted to wear non-uniform sweaters or sweatshirts and they must be in the
restricted colors.
Uniform - purchased from the FCS bookstore at school (pre-order recommended)
Students are permitted to wear any Florida Christian jacket (team and club jackets) during cold weather
Uniform - purchased from the FCS bookstore navy or ash in several styles with Patriots screen print (pre-order
recommended)
Pre-orders may include monogram for an additional charge. It is strongly recommended that students’ have their
names monogrammed on the left chest of winter wear.
Elementary Red Patriot T-shirts are purchased through the classroom teacher. See your teacher for order form.
FCS AND AA LOGOS CANNOT BE APPLIED TO ITEMS NOT PURCHASED AT AA UNIFORM.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION (6-12 GRADES)*
Purchased from the FCS bookstore
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Students may wear a white T-shirt under their uniform shirt with no writing or FCS P.E. T-shirt. Girls may wear
shorts under their uniform jumpers. Shorts should not show under a girls’ jumper.
SPECIAL GROUP DRESS
Grades 9-12 Must be approved by the administration for daily use. Must be of same style (polo, Cubavera) as school
uniform and must be specific to team or organization not an event or other recognition. Athletic, club, music or other
organizations may be worn only on designated days or game days as approved by school administration. Must be
worn with uniform pants and skirts.
NO UNIFORM DAYS
Girls:
May wear slacks, jeans, modest shorts (no short shorts, no leggings, or no jeggings)
May wear T-shirts and sweatshirts
Girls may not wear tops that show their midriff or have spaghetti straps.
No sandals - shoes and socks are required
Boys:
May wear jeans, modest length shorts (no short shorts)
May wear T-shirts and sweatshirts
No sandals - shoes and socks are required.
Teachers: Your responsibility is to check your class and make sure that students are adhering to the policy as listed
above. In order to enjoy the “no uniform” days, students and teachers are to be responsible to the above procedures.
FIELD TRIP DRESS
The dress code for field trips is school uniform, unless approved otherwise by the principal.
DRESS CODE ENFORCEMENT
If a student (preschool through 5th grade) is not properly dressed, the teacher is to send home a form to the parent
stapled to the student’s planner.
Students (6th-12th) should be sent to the deans if they are not wearing an F.C.S. shirt, uniform pants or skort or if a
girl’s skort is too short to meet the dress code.
Students will receive demerits and/or a Saturday detention for dress code violations.
EMERGENCY CONTACT SYSTEM/SCHOOL ALERT
Emergency Contact System - FCS has implemented a system of e-mail, text messages and voice messages
which can be used in case of the need to notify every employee and all families of a potential or actual
emergency situation. All school personnel are required to keep this means of communication open for
emergency contact purposes. This includes providing an emergency e-mail and cell phone contact
information for this purpose.
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ENTERTAINMENT/DVD’S/GUEST SPEAKERS
1. No entertainment of any kind whatsoever will be permitted without the express permission of the
administration.
2. No lecturer, preacher, missionary, etc., will be permitted to talk to the pupils unless permission has been
obtained from the administration. They must be in agreement with the standards, doctrine, policies, and
regulations of Florida Christian School.
3. No literature of any kind whatsoever will be distributed or made available in the classrooms or on the
campus without permission being given by the administration.
4. “G” rated videos/DVD’s only are permitted to be shown in class - NO exceptions. All videos and
DVD’s need to be approved in advance by your principal before showing unless they are checked
out from the library (these have already been approved). Submit information ten days before the date
for viewing to your Principal. Lesson plans must include the title, objective, date, time for showing. No
videos or DVD’s rated anything other than “G” are to be shown in any class, even with administration
approval, without a signed parental permission form on file for each student. Do not abuse the use of
videos and DVD’s in your classroom.
FIELD TRIPS
A field trip form may be obtained from the faculty workroom and must have the signed approval from your
Principal. All field trips should be scheduled at least three weeks in advance. A completed list of the students
going on the trip should be filed in the office before you leave on your trip. All students who leave campus
must have a permission form (provided by the office) signed by parent and on file with the teacher.
Field trips cannot be approved which involve more than one grade level on the same day or to the same location
on the same day. Principals of each division will be notified of a trip request before final approval is given. The
academic purpose of a field trip must be clearly stated to obtain approval. Each field trip must include
either a planned lecture by the teacher or expert in the field and there must be a student academic activity
incorporated into the field trip. Field trips will not be approved for the month of December or May/June.
All funds collected for student trips/field trips MUST be processed through the school business office. Please
clearly state on the field trip request form the amount of money needed for each student and the date on which the
payment is due. A school check will be issued for the amount requested. If a credit card is needed to reserve
tickets or pay in advance the request should specify the need to use a credit card and arrangements made with Mrs.
Martinez (in the business office) to use the school’s credit card. Expenses for trips should never be paid by
faculty or staff members with a personal check or credit card.
Transportation for all school sponsored trips must be specified on the field trip request form. Each trip request
must designate the method in which the school will provide transportation for the students. Parents may choose to
provide transportation for their child only. Children whose parents do not participate in the trip must use the school
provided transportation. Parents/guardians cannot be required to participate in a school sponsored event in
order for a child to be eligible to go on a school sponsored trip.
Faculty may be permitted to attend one field trip per academic year with their child, but only with the approval
from their principal and headmaster.
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FIELD TRIP/TRIP/EVENT PLANNING FORM
(Due 3 weeks prior to event)
Submitted by ________________________________________ Department ___________________________ Date _________________
SHADED AREA FOR OFFICE PERSONNEL
CALENDAR APPROVAL
Must have approval from each level before
announcing trip/event to students
_____Date available on Calendar (Mrs. Andrews)
_____Principal/Athletic Director/Supervisor
_____Cost of trip per student (Dr. Andrews)
_____Business office approval (Mrs. Dossett)
#__________________Purchase order number (Mrs. Dossett)
Date(s) of trip/event _________________________________ Group/Grade(s) or Class(es)_____________________________________________
List all faculty chaperones:_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Classes that will need substitutes:____________________________________________________________________________________________
Purpose of trip __________________________________________________________________________________________________________
TRIP INFORMATION Destination______________________________Hotel and address if applicable_____________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Date departing FCS ____________________Time departing FCS_______a.m. _______p.m.
Address (1)______________________________________________________________________________Arrival time _______a.m. _______p.m.
Address (2)______________________________________________________________________________Arrival time _______a.m. _______p.m.
Address (3)______________________________________________________________________________Arrival time _______a.m. _______p.m.
Address (4)______________________________________________________________________________Arrival time _______a.m. _______p.m.
Date returning to FCS ____________________Time returning to FCS_______a.m. _______p.m.
List other chaperones or parents_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Lunch/Meals: Students will ____ will not ____ have lunch at school. ___Students are to bring a sack lunch & drink. ___Meals are included in trip.
Students need to bring $_____ for meals. $________for admission to _______________________Other $_________________________________
Comment:______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Parents: _____May attend _____May not attend $________________ Cost for parents
Dress for trip/event (must be approved by principal) ____________________________________________________________________________
Name of charter bus company______________________________________________________phone___________________________________
Address of charter bus company_____________________________________________________________________________________________
FCS vehicle requested: Mini bus _____ Bus _____ Driver needed: _____yes _____no Driver’s name____________________________________
Field trip forms need to be returned to the teacher by (date)______________________________________________
All collected monies and P.O.’s needed must be turned into the business office seven (7) days prior to the trip.
TRIP/EVENT EXPENSE APPROVAL AND PLANNING
#_____________ Number of students (estimate if unknown)
$______ FCS bus/Fuel Tolls
#_____________ Number of faculty chaperones
$______ Cost of meals (per student)
$_____________ Admission cost/Fees (total per group) ($_____individual) $_______Cost for lodging (per student)
$_____________ Cost of Charter Bus (total for group)
$______ Faculty chaperone costs (meals/lodging/entrances)
$_____________ Cost of Charter Bus (including tip) $______
$______ Other expenses (list)______________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
$_____________ Total expense of trip/event (sum of the above)
$_____________ Total amount to be charged per student
$_____________ Amount of trip to be charged to Excellence Account (band/choir/drama/athletics, etc.)
_____ Placed on calendars
_____Permissions slip/parental agreement form completed
_____Front office notified
_____Lunchroom notified (ft.office)
_____Transportation
_____Principals given copy of form
On the day of the trip/event, trip leader must leave an accurate list of students who depart from FCS on the trip/event with the front office. Signed permission
slips must be taken on the trip by the trip leader and must be kept on file until the end of the school year. Students on academic or behavioral probation are not
allowed to miss class to attend a trip/event.
*Purchase order(s) will need to submitted to the business office to have a check written, request for the school credit card, or school gas card. Checks and/or credit
cards will be distributed only when monies are deposited, this form and a purchase order form are complete, and must be requested 7 days in advance of trip/event.
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PARENT PARTICIPANT IN SCHOOL TRIP AGREEMENT
Part of the Florida Christian experience involves traveling with our students to many exciting
places. We believe that these trips are an intricate part of the overall school program and are
certainly some of the favorite memories of our students. We are also happy to have our parents
travel with us and be a part of these trips. We also know that there are many opinions and
preferences represented in our school, as well as habits and family customs. Because of this,
we ask our parents who are traveling with us, to sign a simple statement of cooperation for the
purpose of communication and continuity for the trip that reflects our school’s policies and
Christian testimony. If you have any questions about any of the statements below, please see
the faculty trip leader or call Dr. Andrews, or one of the principals, prior to the trip for clarification.
In order to participate on the trip it will be necessary for each parent participant to sign this
agreement.
If you have any questions, please contact the school administration.
Name of Trip
Date(s)
Name of Parent(s) Participating
Trip guidelines for parents:
1. There is a no smoking policy on all school trips.
2. There is a no alcohol consumption policy on all school trips.
3. Dress must be modest and conform to the student dress code for all trips.
4. There should be no profanity on any school trip.
5. Parents cannot allow a change in any trip activity without permission from the faculty trip
leader or give permission for students to participate in any activity not approved by the trip
leader.
I agree to the guidelines stated above
Signature of Parent(s)
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PARTY PROCEDURES
All preschool/elementary parties must be approved by Mrs. Lehnhard at least one week in advance. The
scheduled preschool/elementary parties are - Christmas, Valentine’s Day, and the end of the year. These
parties are all to be scheduled on campus not off campus. Do not schedule off campus parties on ½ days of
school. Parties are not to take the place of lunch in the cafeteria. No classes may skip lunch in the cafeteria
without approval from the administration. Do not plan the event and then ask for approval. You must have
approval 2 weeks in advance.
Parents may bring in cupcakes for birthdays. However, it is not a time for parties. Please have parents limit
birthday celebrations at school by providing cupcakes to use at lunch time or P.E. time only.
End of the school year parties are to be held at the end of the school day 1-1 ½ hours before dismissal.
HOLIDAY OBSERVANCES
No classroom is to be decorated with witches, black cats, jack-o-lanterns or any Halloween decor, no Santa
Clauses at Christmas time, no bunnies (Easter bunnies) or Easter decorations. Christmas and Easter bulletin
boards must reflect our Christian belief - birth of Christ, resurrection of our Lord.
Any entertainment, guests, etc. must be approved by the administration before hand - parents need to be
informed about this policy.
SCHEDULING EVENTS (additions to the school calendar)
All school events must be placed on the school master calendar to prevent conflicts. “Addition To The
School Calendar Forms” can be picked up from Mrs. Andrews. When this form is completed, it is to be
given to your Principal for approval. You will receive a copy of it after it has been approved and placed on
the calendar. If a classroom, gym, etc. needs to be reserved for your event, you will need to fill out a facility
request form (This form can double as the addition to the school calendar from). All events must be placed
on the calendar at least three weeks before they are to take place.
FACULTY MORNING PRAYER MEETING
The West Campus faculty will meet in W-203 with Mrs. Lehnhard on Monday and Thursday and Mrs.
Nealey on Tuesday and Wednesday, and Dr. Andrews on Friday. The Main Campus faculty will meet all
together on Tuesday and Thursday mornings in the cafeteria. The main campus faculty will meet on
Monday, Wednesday and Friday with their principals. The High School meeting will be held in G-201,
Middle School in C-207 and the Elementary in M-206. These meetings will begin promptly at 7:30 a.m.
Each teacher will be expected to attend these meetings. PLEASE BE PROMPT. Because the meeting is so
short, prayer requests will not be taken from the floor. The meeting will end by 7:35 a.m. Teachers are to
be in their classrooms at 7:45 a.m.
FACULTY AFTERNOON MEETINGS
Faculty meetings will be held on Wednesday afternoons from 3:10 to 4:10 p.m. All faculty members are
required to attend these meetings. Do NOT ask to be excused from the faculty meetings as this is part of
your responsibility. You should not plan doctor appointments or parent conferences on Wednesday
afternoons. Please keep Wednesday open for faculty meetings.
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These meetings will be professional in nature and will follow a planned schedule as closely as possible.
There will be separate elementary, middle school, and secondary meetings scheduled on alternate weeks.
Very seldom will a faculty meeting be canceled since this time is very important for consistent
communication and understanding.
Special meetings may be called at any time by the principals or headmaster. Staff meetings may be called at
any time.
FIRE DRILLS
The fire drill signal is the fire buzzer - with continuous ringing. When the signal is given, all in class
activities must cease and exits made promptly in accordance with instructions posted. The re-entry signal is
one ring of the school bell. It is important that the following rules be followed explicitly. (One per month)
STUDENTS
1. Walk quickly. Do not run or push.
2. Do not talk either in or out of the building.
3. Stay in a single file, or behind one another (pupils within the same room).
4. Listen for the teacher’s direction.
5. Do not play in or out of the building.
TEACHERS
1. Instruct pupils as to the purpose of the fire drill.
2. Work out a system of leaving the room. Make certain pupils know and follow it.
3. Work out a system for closing windows.
4. Account for all pupils. The teacher is to leave the room last. Lights must be turned out, and doors must
be closed and locked.
5. Take the roll book with you for pupil checking purposes. Ladies should take their purses.
6. Insist on quiet order.
7. Classes must not return to their rooms until the signal, one ring of the school bell, is given.
8. No student should be excused for drink or to go to the restroom during or immediately following the fire
drill. Each class should return to its classroom and remain for five minutes before any class change or
before anyone is dismissed.
9. Usually there will be a fire drill each month.
10.Restrooms should be checked, and students taken to the prescribed area.
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FIRE DRILL EVACUATIONS
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING –
A-101 - exit right to north parking lot
A-102 - exit right to north parking lot A-103 - exit to north parking lot
A-105 - exit through glass doors and exit through the north side gate at front of school (east side)
A-201 - exit to the south side gate at front of school (east side)
A-202 - Home Ec. - exit to the south side gate at front of school (east side)
A-203 - exit to the south side gate at front of school
A-204 - exits downstairs at north end of building to drive through area
LAB BUILDING L-102 - exit through south side of the east gate at front of school
L-105 - exit through south side of the east gate at front of school
MARTIN BUILDING
M-101 - exit to north parking lot M-103 - exit to north parking lot M-104 - exit to north parking lot
M-105 - exit east go through hallway to north to parking lot M-106 - exit east go through hallway to
north to parking lot M-107- exit through hallway to north parking lot
M-108 - exit to north parking lot
M-201 - exit downstairs to north parking lot M-202 - exit downstairs to north parking lot M-203 - exit
downstairs to north parking lot M-204 - exit downstairs to north parking lot
M-205 - exit east go through hallway to northwest stairs then to north parking lot M-206 - exit east go
through hallway to northwest stairs then to north parking lot M-207 - exit downstairs east then to east
parking lot
M-208 - exit downstairs east then to east parking lot
COSTNER BUILDING
C-101 - exit east then turn north to north parking lot then turn left C-102 - exit east then turn north to
north parking lot then turn left C-103 - exit east to east parking lot
C-104 - exit east to east parking lot
C-105- exit west to softball field
C-108- exit to drive through south side of front gate
C-208 - exit down east stairs and go to drive through south side of front gate
C-207 - exit down east stairs and go to drive through south side of front gate
C-206 - exit down west stairs to outdoor basketball court C-205 - exit down west stairs to outdoor
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basketball court C-204 - exit downstairs east to east parking lot
C-203 - exit downstairs east to east parking lot
C-202 - exit north through hallway to the northeast stair well of the Martin building then down to the
north parking lot
C-201 - exit north through hallway to the northeast stair well of the Martin building then down to the
north parking lot
MEDIA CENTER
MC-101 - exit east door turn left and go into north parking lot MC-102 - exit east door turn left and go
into north parking lot MC-103 - exit east door turn left and go into north parking lot
MC-104 - exit east door turn right then another immediate right and go to west parking lot
MC-105 - exit west and go straight to west parking lot
MC-106 - exit turn right and go to west parking lot
MC-107 - exit through library make an immediate left and go to north parking lot
MC-108 - exit and go straight to west parking lot
MC-109 - exit turn left and go straight to west parking lot
MC-110 - exit turn right then left and go to north parking lot
MC-201 - exit - go to stairs at the bottom of the stairs turn right and go to north parking lot
MC-202 - exit - turn left go to stairs at the bottom of the stairs turn right and go to north parking lot
MC-203 - exit - go turn left to stairs at the bottom of the stairs turn right and go to north parking lot
MC-204 - exit - turn right then right again going around building to west stairs at the bottom of the
stairs turn right and go to north parking lot
MC-205 - exit - go to stairs at the bottom of the stairs go to west parking lot
MC-206 - exit - turn right go to stairs at the bottom of the stairs go to west parking lot MC-207 - exit turn right go to stairs at the bottom of the stairs go to west parking lot MC-208 - exit - turn left go to
stairs at the bottom of the stairs go to west parking lot MC-209 - exit - go to stairs at the bottom of the
stairs go to west parking lot
GYM BUILDING
All rooms including the gym must exit to the outdoor athletic fields
WEST CAMPUS
W-101 - exit north; turn west to drive 92nd Avenue
W-102 - exit west to drive 92nd Avenue
W-103 - exit to north, turn west to drive 92nd Avenue W-104 - exit south, turn west to drive 92nd Avenue
Office - exit north, turn west to drive 92 Avenue Cafeteria - exit North to parking area
W-106 - exit to hall north to parking area
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W-107 - exit south to drive W-108 - exit south to drive W-109 - exit south to drive W-110 - exit south to
drive
W-111 - exit north then turn south to south drive
W-112 - exit south to drive
W-113 - exit east then turn south to south drive
W-114 - exit south to drive
W-115 - exit north, turn west then turn south to drive
W-116 - exit south to drive
W-117 - exit north, turn west then turn south to drive (around building) W-118 - exit south to drive
W-119 - exit north turn east then turn south to drive W-201 - exit north, turn west then turn south to field
W-202 - exit to field south
W-203 - exit west then turn north to sidewalk north
W-203 - exit west then turn north to sidewalk north
OPEN HOUSE
Open House is scheduled before school starts (for grades 3K-5th); this will be a get acquainted open house.
This is a time for students and parents to come to school and see their classroom and meet the child’s
teacher. After school gets started Middle School and High School parents will have an opportunity to follow
their student’s schedule and meet teachers.
OPEN HOUSE PROCEDURES
1. Rooms should be completely ready for school to begin.
2. In preschool through 4th grade, every child’s name should be on their desk and on the bulletin board.
3. Prepare a hand out to give parents which should include:
Supplies needed, daily schedules for beginning the first day, where to line up at 7:45 a.m., lunch
procedures, attendance requirements, what to do if a child is absent, if the child is going to be out of
school for vacations, etc., homework procedures and planners, discipline procedures, etc.
4. Be cheerful and positive, seek to establish a good rapport with the parents.
5. Allow the parents to see student’s text books and workbooks (have copies on the student’s desk).
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL PROCEDURES
1. The classrooms are to be opened at 7:45 a.m.
2. Take roll from a class list and introduce yourself to the students.
3. Pledges and announcements in the classroom with the FCS Morning Announcements via TV.
4. Start with prayer and begin today to teach students how to pray.
5. Follow the first day plans for the rest of the day as prepared during the orientation week.
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FIRST DAY - PRE-SCHOOL
Children are to be picked up from the day care area by 7:40 a.m.
Extended care workers will teach students line-up procedure so that each teacher will be able to pick up
their students and promptly lead them to the classroom. Students are to be in their classroom with their
teacher by
7:45 a.m.
Attendance is to be taken by 8:00 a.m.
Dismissal for preschool is at 12:30 p.m. Children that are remaining for extended care will be dropped off
after the other children have been picked-up. Each teacher is to give the extended care worker the form
with names checked off for those remaining in extended care.
PLEDGES
AMERICAN FLAG
“I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic, for which it stands.
One nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”
CHRISTIAN FLAG
“I pledge allegiance to the Christian Flag and to the Savior for whose Kingdom it stands. One Savior,
crucified, risen, and coming again, with life and liberty to all who believe.”
BIBLE
“I pledge allegiance to the Bible, God’s Holy Word. I will make it a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my
path. I will hide its words in my heart so that I might not sin against God.”
GRADE BOOK
PS - 5th grade, Middle School and Senior High School
Each faculty member must maintain an online grade book through RenWeb. Teachers have the option of
maintaining a hard copy grade book. If you maintain a hard copy grade book, follow these instructions.
Pupils’ names should be listed alphabetically by class. The top of each column should be dated with the
month and day. All grade entries should be color coded and must be numerical grades.
Black-
homework
Blue-
daily quizzes/grades
Red-
weekly tests
Each entry should also be identified at the bottom of the page - give test number, page number, memory
verse - Rom. 3:23, book report, quiz, etc.
Attendance will be entered in the grade book as shown in this manual. (See attendance)
All teachers will use RenWeb for the express purpose of progress reports, report cards and grade summary
completion. Elementary teachers will also use RenWeb for attendance. At the appropriate time as
announced by their principal, teachers will post their grades to RenWeb. All grades must be entered as a
numerical grade - NO LETTER GRADES - The computer cannot average letter grades.
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GPA
98 - 100
A+
4.30
93 - 97
A
4.15
90 - 92
A-
4.0
87 - 89
B+
3.30
83 - 86
B
3.15
80 - 82
B-
3.0
77 - 79
C+
2.30
73 - 76
C
2.15
70 - 72
C-
2.0
67 - 69
D+
1.30
63 - 66
D
1.0
60 - 62
D-
1.0
0 - 59
F
0
Elementary Enrichment classes and penmanship
EX
Excellent
GO
Good
SA
Satisfactory
NI
Needs Improvement
UN
Unsatisfactory
GRADING SCHOLARSHIP FOR MIDDLE AND SENIOR HIGH
Although grades are calculated carefully, errors will be made. Explain the grading system to your students,
and invite them to come to you at your convenience if they believe their grade is wrong.
SCHOLARSHIP
Each grading period grades are determined as follows:
All daily grades (homework, quizzes - minimum 3 a week)
50% of average
Major tests (minimum of 7+ each grading period)
50% of average
If this chart is not used, * note variance in your grade book after receiving permission from the principal.
An effective way of teaching is to give a daily quiz. Book reports and research projects are treated as weekly
tests. A major project may be treated as a major test grade.
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SEMESTER AND FINAL GRADES
Grades are computed for each semester by averaging the numerical grades for the two marking
periods plus the final exam. Each nine-week grade is 40% of the semester grade, and the semester
exam is 20%. An easy way to compute semester grades is to double each of the 9 weeks grades
and add the exam grade. Divide this sum by 5. The final grade is arrived at by averaging the two
semester grades. Do not raise the semester grade of any student. This will possibly affect the
final grade of the student erroneously. Add 1 grade point for AP class work and .5 for Honor
Classes.
HOMEWORK GUIDELINES
1. Because homework is an integral part of the school program, each teacher is at liberty to give homework
to aid each student to advance in his studies.
2. Homework is given for the following purposes:
I.
Drill: In order to master material essential to the educational process.
II.
Practice: Following classroom introduction and explanation of new work.
III.
Remedial Activity: To strengthen various weak points as evidenced by the student’s
performance. d. Special Projects: Book reports, compositions, special research assignments.
3. Teachers should be consistent in checking all homework, determining that it is completed properly and
submitted when due.
4. Students will have one day to make up assignments for each day absent unless given special permission by
the individual teacher.
5. Teachers will not assign “extra credit” work in order to give a student a passing grade.
6. Homework is to be written in blue or black ink. A pencil is used in math classes.
7. Homework is written on regular notebook paper and is unacceptable if torn from a spiral notebook.
8. All homework will be headed properly in the upper right hand of the paper. The following heading should
be used for all papers:
9. Elementary students should have the following amount of homework per night.
1st grade - 20 minutes
2nd grade - 20-30 minutes
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4th-5th grades - 3 subjects
10. The approximate amount of homework for the middle school and senior high school students should be
no more than 30 minutes for each four subjects on a typical evening. Homework is required for each
class on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.
11. Homework should not be assigned on Wednesday evening in order to encourage our students to attend
the midweek prayer service at their local church. If given, time should be provided in class to complete it
or to complete most of it.
12. Teachers should insist on neat legible handwriting on all papers. If a paper is submitted which does not
meet this requirement, the student is to be assigned to rewrite the work. Rewriting is to be assigned for
the following:
a)
Improper heading
b)
Sloppy writing
c)
Careless formation of letters or numbers
d)
Crowded work
e)
Scratching over mistakes (unless neatly erased)
f)
Failure to observe proper margins
g)
Using improper paper, pen, or pencil h. More than two misspelled words
h)
General carelessness
13. Do not grade every homework assignment but all homework needs to be evaluated. Check every
assignment for completion and collect. A minimum of one homework paper graded per week is to be
recorded in the grade book (per subject).
HOMEWORK - Delinquent (Middle and Senior High School)
1. Homework not handed in on time should be handed in the next day with points subtracted for every
day late.
One day late the highest grade should be 60; two days or more late 0-59 points at the teacher’s
discretion. If the problem is a chronic problem, (after you have contacted the parents) prepare an
office referral form and submit the form to the office. A Principal will see the student and counsel
with him or her. If the problem persists, a conference will be arranged with an administrator, the
teacher and the parents. Please indicate on the referral when you have contacted the parent.
An alternative system of homework may be used, however, the teacher must have it in a written
form and approved by your Principal.
2. Teachers must keep a careful record of delinquent work. The key is to constantly follow through.
3. All delinquent work must be carefully evaluated when it is turned in to insure that it was completed
properly.
4. All detentions assigned for homework problems must be served with the teacher who gives the
detention.
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HONOR ROLLS
PRINCIPAL’S HONOR ROLL - Straight “A’s”
HONOR ROLL - 3.7 average a minimum of four “A’s” (with no D’s or F’s) for the middle school
3.5
for grades 5K-5th.
RECESS - Elementary
Follow schedule for recess times - do not extend time in playground area. Teachers are responsible for
their classes during recess time and must be observant and aware of children’s play time. Recess is not a
time for teachers to socialize.
Should an accident occur the teacher is responsible for having another teacher assume responsibility for
his/her class as the injured child is to be attended by the teacher. All accidents – including minor ones
must have an accident form filled out and the parent contacted immediately and informed as to the nature
of the injury.
Students are not allowed to take food from the lunchroom to the playground area. Students should not be
allowed to litter on the playground or school grounds or hang on the fence causing damage to school
property.
Students need to know that their teacher is in control of every situation and available to them for their needs.
LESSON PLANS
Teachers should maintain detailed and accurate lesson plans in RenWeb. This should be completed by 8:00
a.m. on Monday morning of that week. All secondary school teachers are required to have homework
posted on RenWeb no later than 8:00 a.m. each Monday morning. Also, secondary school teachers need to turn in
a copy of each test given during the year with the answers and grade distribution shown for that test to your
Principal.
BULLETIN BOARDS
Bulletin boards must be changed at the scheduled times. One board is to be seasonal or student work with
a theme. The other board is to be spiritual. All Christmas decorations need to be taken down before
leaving for the Christmas Holidays.
MEDIA CENTER
Students and parents are encouraged to make use of the many books and resources available in the Media
Center. The Media Center opens at 8:00 a.m. and closes at 4:00 p.m. On half days of school, the library will
close at 12:00 noon. SAT (testing) days the library will close at 3:30 p.m. Extended hours are available
when requested by teachers for special projects. Overdue books are charged a fine until returned and a $15
replacement fee if lost. Students may use the internet access in the Media Center for research.
A reserve shelf is available for teachers on which to place books for student use during Media Center hours.
Reserved books may be checked out overnight, but only ten minutes before the Media Center closes. The
books must be returned before 7:45 a.m. the next school day.
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Students are not to go to the Media Center during the school day without a valid pass. Talking will not be
permitted in the Media Center. This will be strictly enforced.
LUNCHROOM PROCEDURES FOR ELEMENTARY
Teachers are to pray with their class before leaving the classroom. Students are to line-up and walk to
the lunchroom following the teacher. Upon entering the lunchroom the students who are purchasing
lunches will proceed to do so. Those carrying their lunches are to proceed to the assigned table. Teachers
will monitor their designated tables/area. Tables are to be left free from trash.
Preschool classes will have lunches set up on their assigned tables upon entering the cafeteria. There is no
talking in the cafeteria for this age level.
Preschool through 2nd grade have the following choices if purchasing a lunch; the hot meal as published
for that day; if the student does not wish to have the hot meal, they may substitute the main entree for either a
hot dog, pizza or peanut butter & jelly sandwich. This gives the student a choice of 4 meals daily. This
age group of students will be permitted to go back for seconds.
3K-2nd grade teachers need to make a list of names of children who will be having lunch, amount of
money turned in and what drink and lunch they want. Place the list and money near the entrance door. A
person from the lunch room will pick up the list and money at approximately 9:00 a.m. YOU MAY NOT
CHANGE ORDERS AFTER THEY ARE PICKED-UP, THE LUNCHROOM PERSONNEL CANNOT
HANDLE CHANGES. On the West Campus, parents may send lunch money to purchase a meal daily or
weekly.
1st-3rd grade students are not permitted to talk in the lunchroom. Starting at the 3rd grade level, students
are permitted to purchase anything on the menu.
Grades 4th-5th will be permitted to talk quietly in the lunchroom after all students have been seated and
ready to eat their lunch. No students are permitted to buy soft drinks from the machine outside of the
lunchroom. No student is permitted to leave the table until all students are ready to line-up and leave the
cafeteria. Classes are to be dismissed from the lunchroom by the teacher and lined-up in the proper manner
before leaving from the exit side.
On the Main Campus (grades 3-12), students will receive a pin number to use with Food Service Solutions.
Parents may go online to www.myschoolaccount.com to add money to their child’s account which will
allow charges for lunch. Parents are also able to see charges against their account and what their child is
eating each day. (24 hr. delay) Payment can be made online, by the parent coming into the cafeteria,
calling Neil’s Catering Service with a credit card (305-225-4044), or by sending a check to school with your
student. Neil’s Catering Service accepts MasterCard, Visa, and Discover cards.
While the lunchroom staff may notify parents when the student’s funds are low, parents need to use the
MySchoolAccount.com website to monitor the balance. Funds may be used to replenish the account at any
time.
For your convenience, there will still be a cash/check only line available for those who do not want their
students to use the account.
LUNCH PROCEDURES FOR MIDDLE AND SENIOR HIGH
Each teacher who has a class before the lunch period will pray with the students before dismissing them to
the lunchroom. Students will be dismissed from class and may go to the restroom or their lockers. All
faculty must be present in the cafeteria during their assigned period.
See “Food Service Solutions” above.
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MONITOR DUTY
Each day designated faculty members will be assigned monitor duty. Monitors should be on duty at their
designated areas from 7:25 to 7:40 a.m. Classes are to be opened at 7:45 a.m. with teachers in the room.
PARENT-TEACHER RELATIONSHIPS
The child is given to the parent by God. This places a heavy responsibility upon the parent. Therefore, the
teacher should be sympathetic and understanding when working with the parent. The teacher should be
frank, but polite and tactful, at all times. If a parent is irate, please refer him to your principal. The main
point of contact with the parent usually revolves around the report card. Teachers may contact the parent
with a note via email or in the student’s planner. To be sure the note has been read; have the parent sign the
note. Depending upon the nature of the note, leave it in the pad or tear it out and file it in the student’s
cumulative folder. These notes should be about the assignments. Communications about the student’s
behavior should be by phone or in person if possible.
Stay in close touch with your students’ homes. This is the only way you may be sure of getting the gospel
into the home. Also, the parents will know what you expect, and the results in the classroom will show
this.
PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES
A scheduled parent-teacher conference day will be held in the fall of each year. Please look at the school
calendar for the specific date. The conferences will be scheduled from 1:00 p.m. until 5:30 p.m., following a
half day of school. Your completed schedule of appointments will be available through your Outlook
Calendar. Please do not schedule any conference for yourself on this day to avoid conflict.
The conferences are approximately 15 minutes in length. A form is provided in RenWeb to be used to record
each conference.
CONDUCTING EFFECTIVE CONFERENCES
Each school year brings to the teacher a new group of students. The first six to eight weeks are spent getting
to know each other. As the relationship develops, the preschooler occasionally calls the teacher “mom” much
to the delight (or derision) of other students, and the teacher gains insights into the child’s strengths and
weaknesses.
With the first parent/teacher conference, the preschool teacher has the responsibility and opportunity to set
the stage for future home/school interaction. All parents need to know how their child is doing. Even if the
child is doing well in all areas, avoid saying, “Danny is doing fine. We really do not need a conference.”
For many inexperienced teachers (and some veterans) the prospective encounter is so intimidating that little
constructive information is shared. Even for those teachers who feel confident in their skills, an angry or
overanxious parent can take control of the conference and put the teacher on the defensive.
Effective conferences require careful and thorough planning. The teacher is both coordinator and moderator
of the conference.
WHAT DO PARENTS WANT TO KNOW?
Although a parent may not ask all the following questions, they represent the concerns expressed most
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How is my child doing as an individual?
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How is my child doing compared with his peers?
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Is my child at grade level? Above? Below?
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What are my child’s strengths and weaknesses?
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Are assignments completed? On time? On his own or with the teacher prodding?
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What do the results mean?
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How does my child get along with classmates? With teachers?
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Does my child exhibit good manners and behavior?
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Does my child evidence self-confidence?
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What does my child say about home? Siblings? Parents?
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Does my child exhibit any odd behaviors?
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Will this information be confidential?
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PERMANENT RECORD FILES FOR STUDENTS
The permanent record folders for students are kept in the office and may not be taken from the office. If you
wish to see a student’s record folder you may ask for it through the records secretary. Records are always to
be kept in the fire proof filing cabinets.
PROCEDURES FOR QUESTIONABLE PROMOTIONS - Elementary
1. Mrs. Lehnhard must be informed by the teacher that a student is failing by May 1. This information will
be requested on a form.
2. The teacher must keep communications with the parents about the progress of the student.
3. Before a student can be retained:
a. Mrs. Lehnhard must be informed;
b. There will be a conference with the teacher, parents and the headmaster.
4. The final decision to retain a student will be made by the administration.
POST SCHOOL PLANNING
Prayer meeting will begin at 8:00 a.m. each day in the chapel.
Teachers will work in their rooms from 8:15 a.m. until 12:00 noon and from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Details
of curriculum and other meetings will be announced.
A check list will be distributed to all faculty members for completion before signing out for the school year.
GRADES
1. P ost to RenWeb
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2. Pack or lock up all materials now on bookshelves, in desks, in cases, on walls, or on windows. Leave the
bulletin board clean.
3. Leave your room so that it can be heavily cleaned and painted with a minimum of effort.
If you use a hard copy of a grade book, leave it with your Principal. The elementary faculty should leave
their textbook teacher manuals in the classroom, the cabinet or stacked on a shelf. All teachers should have
an inventory of all materials and supplies stored in the classroom with their Principal.
During the summer we ask that you remember to lift the school up in your prayers. Please continue to pray
for your fellow teachers, the students you taught this past school year, our fall enrollment and those who are
working at F.C.S. during the summer.
You will receive your final pay on the 1st of the month. Have an enjoyable and fruitful summer. Twentyfour pays will be on the 1st & 15th throughout the summer.
STANDARDIZED TESTS
Standardized achievement tests are given in the spring of each year to all grades. Please see the school
calendar for dates. Information concerning these tests will be mailed home to parents at the end of the year.
If I.Q. testing is done, this information is confidential and should only be given to parents.
STUDENT SUPPLIES
Students must have sufficient supplies always. Borrowings of books, paper, pencils, etc., are not permissible.
Material and supplies are obtainable from the school store. They do not permit charging in the book store
for any reason. The book store is on a cash only basis and is open every morning before school, after
school and at lunch time.
TEACHING AIDS AND SUPPLIES
Please anticipate needs for supplies. Supplies of a regular nature such as board markers, cleaner, Scantron
sheets, construction paper, etc., should be obtained a day in advance or in the morning before starting class.
More unusual supplies such as additional textbooks should be requested from your Principal. Please request
this on a requisition order form.
Supplies are available in the faculty workroom. No students are permitted to secure supplies for the class
or teacher anytime. Do not send students to the office or to the teachers’ workroom to secure supplies.
STUDENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE FACULTY WORKROOM AT ANYTIME.
CELL PHONES/LAPTOPS/TABLETS - Students
All cell phones must be silenced or turned off during class time. Middle school students may use
cell phones between classes, but may not use electronic devices in the lunchroom or
court yard of the lunchroom. (This is so students will eat lunch and not be on these
devices.) High school students may use their cell phones at lunch or between classes. Cell phones
will be confiscated on the first offense. Any repeat offense involving a cell phone may result in suspension.
Cell phones which are confiscated by a teacher are to be turned in to the dean these may be picked up by
parents in the dean’s office.
Tablets and laptops can be brought to the classroom only if the teacher has allowed for them to be brought
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for classroom purposes. Any non-authorized use will result in the confiscation and taking the item to the
dean’s office.
TEXTBOOKS- Middle and Senior High School
Books for senior high school students will be purchased from ClassBook.com (direct link on FCS website
at the bottom of the home page). Any books (Abeka Books) not available online must be purchased at the
FCS Bookstore. Books that are written in will not be approved for use in the classroom.
Insist that your students bring their textbooks to class.
If the student’s book is lost, he must purchase another book.
TESTS AND EXAMINATIONS
Keep on file a copy of each test so it may be referred to for subsequent tests and lesson planning. At the top
of the test include the name of the class, the name of the teacher, the date, and the subject or period of time
covered by the test.
Example: Algebra II Unit V - 1st Grading Period - Mr. King
Date
Students’ name
Tests Schedule Days:
English
Tuesday or Friday
Math
Wednesday
Science
Wednesday
Social Studies
Tuesday
Bible
Friday
Electives
Monday
A copy of each test that you give needs to be turned into Mrs. Wicks and Mr. Arnold with a breakdown of
the grade spread, the answer key, and the names of the students who failed the test by 8:00 a.m. on Monday
morning following the test. Please make sure the test is marked with the date the test was given. You may
require students who have failed tests to have their parents sign the test and return it to you.
Seating arrangements should be made to discourage copying. Classes taking tests must be monitored at all
times. Require each student to use a cover sheet and keep his head and eyes on his paper or looking at you.
Dishonesty on the test will result in collecting the paper and the student receiving a zero for the test. If this
happens, the paper should be given to the deans with an office referral form.
SEMESTER EXAMS - Middle and Senior High School
The semester exam will constitute 20% of the student’s semester grade. Because of the significance of the
grade, the following guidelines must be met regarding semester exams.
1. Must cover comprehensively the material from both the previous 9 weeks periods.
2. Must involve both objective (true & false, multiple choice, matching, fill in the blank, etc.) and
subjective (essay and short answer) questions.
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3. Must be of appropriate length to merit 20% of the semester grade. (Should take an average student one
hour plus to complete).
No senior high school student may receive credit for a course unless he has taken an exam in that course.
Senior students who carry an “A” average for the semester may be exempt from the second semester exam
for their senior year if approved by the instructor. Please turn in a copy of your semester exams with a key
prior to the testing date to your Principal. THE EXAMS MUST BE TYPED.
EXAM SCHEDULE
December 15/May 22
7th period starting at 1:30 p.m. (Full day of school)
Half Day Schedule
8:00-9:45
10:15-11:45
December 16/May 26
1st period
6th period (half day)
December 17/May 27
2nd period
5th period (half day)
December 18/May 28
3rd period
4th period (half day)
December 19/May 29
Exam Make-up day (half day for faculty)
PTCF - PARENT-TEACHER CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP
1. Specific dates are listed on the calendar. Faculty is required to attend meetings as directed by your
principal.
2. Generally, an open house will be held in conjunction with the various programs.
LAMINATING PROCEDURES
The bookstore employee(s) is in charge of all laminating. If you would like things for your bulletin
boards laminated or some type of special student’s work laminated it will need to be turned into the
bookstore. Check with her as to her scheduled day for lamination.
COPYING PROCEDURES
Anything to be copied needs to be turned into the bookstore 1 DAY IN ADVANCE. Main campus
teachers are to turn items to be copied into the bookstore. West campus teachers are to turn items into
the faculty workroom. An employee will be assigned to pick these items up at 10:30 a.m. for copying.
School office personnel are not expected to make copies for teachers. All work teachers wish to have
copied is to be turned into the bookstore or emailed to the bookstore.
NEW STUDENT
When a student enrolls during a 9 weeks grading period, the grades from the previous school and the grades
from FCS should be averaged together. The teacher will average (5K through 5th grade) the grades
together (both schools) to get the 9 weeks’ grade to be placed on the report card. In the middle and senior
high school the averaging will be done by a Principal. If the student attended 3 weeks at the previous school
and 6 weeks at FCS, grades would be averaged as one third and two thirds.
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PURCHASE ORDER
In order for the school to pay for something you are buying for your classroom, you must have a
PURCHASE ORDER NUMBER before making the purchase. Please do not buy anything with your
personal credit card or money and expect to be reimbursed.
1. Purchase order forms may be:
2. Obtained from the faculty workroom.
3. After completing the purchase order form,
4. Turn this form in to your PRINCIPAL FOR APPROVAL.
5. Purchase Orders for athletic materials should be turned in to the Athletic Director.
6. IF THE PURCHASE ORDER IS APPROVED, the form will be returned to you with a purchase order
number.
7. YOU ARE TO PLACE THE ORDER.
PLEASE PROVIDE THE VENDOR WITH THE
PURCHASE ORDER NUMBER ASSIGNED WHEN PLACING THE ORDER.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION EQUIPMENT GUIDELINES
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INVENTORY
Only one inventory is necessary for each age division; one Elementary PE inventory and one Middle
School/High School inventory for boys and girls. List the location of the PE equipment on the inventory.
If a teacher personally purchases equipment and is willing to let all PE staff use it, the equipment is listed
with the inventory.
Inventory is done at the end of the school year. Equipment that is unused, no longer used, or is broken can
be discarded or donated with the approval from the head of the department.
EQUIPMENT USE
The majority of equipment purchased by Elementary or MS needs to be used by that particular level. Use
age appropriate equipment for each grade.
If a teacher purchases equipment with their own money and does not wish it to be used by other staff
members, the equipment is not listed with the inventory but may be stored at FCS.
Return all equipment after class or at the end of the day. Do not leave PE equipment out for the next day.
When a teacher is finished with a zone-unit all equipment should be back in the correct storage area. After
a weekly, daily, or bi-weekly curriculum is over, the equipment should be placed back in its original storage
area so that other teachers can know where they are located if they are going to use them in their next lesson
plans.
STORAGE
PE equipment and storage of athletic equipment share storage space per the Athletic Director.
Storage areas are planned to allow for adequate space with reasonable ease of access to needed equipment.
Mark PE equipment with permanent ink to keep inventory updated and to guard against loss or theft.
Current items being used in daily or weekly curriculum, should be place in specific areas such as shelves,
carts, or bags, that would allow easy movement and also prevent confusion from equipment accidently
being used by other teachers.
It is ideal to use appropriate storage bins with correctly labeled contents. Clear plastic bins with lids are
preferred to cardboard because they do not house bugs and are less subject to water damage.
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CHECKOUT SHEET FOR FACULTY - Pre-school
Circle the number when you have completed each item, write n/a if not applicable. The space at the left is for the principal=s or secretary=s
initials.
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All books (which my student(s) 6-12 grades have used) from the FCS bookstore have been returned.
Mrs. Jolly/Mrs. Felder__________________________________________
CUMULATIVE RECORDS AND GRADES
1.
Complete grade books, clearly showing attendance and all grades. Keep your grade books in your cabinet (for 5 years).
2.
Complete report cards in RenWeb (skills sets)
3.
Stack teacher manuals (to textbooks) in the cabinet in your room
4.
Forms from Mrs. Jolly or Mrs. Felder (in the FCS book store) must be attached to this sheet confirming all FCS text books
(grades 6-12) have returned which were on loan for your students.
5.
Form from Business Office must be attached to this sheet confirming all required Human Resource Forms have been
completed.
ROOM, EQUIPMENT, AND MATERIALS
1.
Clean out teacher=s desk. Throw all useless material away. Store the stapler, tape dispenser, scissors, TV and projector
remote controls along with the other items in your desk in a box.
2.
Clean all student desks and chairs.
3.
Store all books neatly on shelves.
4.
Clear all surfaces, teacher=s desk top, tables, shelf tops.
5.
Clean boards.
6.
Leave flags hanging in classroom. If you need new flags for your room for the fall please submit this request to your
administrator.
7.
Empty and clean trash can.
8.
Empty pencil sharpener.
9.
Submit a list of any needed maintenance for your room and furniture requests (desks/chairs) to your administrator.
10.
Destroy all unneeded materials. Don=t be a pack rat!
11.
Account for all textbooks. Notify the business office if a student needs to pay for a lost or damaged books.
12.
Inventory unused workbooks in the classroom. List books and supplies that must be ordered for next year. Turn lists into
Mrs. Lehnhard or Mrs. Nealey.
13.
Clear off bulletin boards. Do not bring used bulletin board paper etc. to the work room. If you do not want to store it throw it
away.
14.
Close all windows.
15.
Turn off air conditioner.
16.
Keep your keys.
18.
When you check out, turn in this check out sheet (1) to Mrs. Lehnhard or Mrs. Nealey along with the sheet from the
bookstore (2) (If you have middle and/or high school student(s)), and the business office release form (3).
Any suggestions to improve our school spiritually, academically, physically, or any improvement in policy or administration will be appreciated.
Please list on the back. Thank you.
Teacher=s name_____________________________________________________________________________
Summer address_______________________________________________________Phone_________________
Summer email address_________________________________________________________________________
If you are not returning in the fall and you are currently covered by Aetna the school=s health carrier, you need to see Mrs. Andrews to
complete a form. All insurances will terminate on 7/31 unless you sign up for COBRA. Also, please turn in your parking pass and keys to your
principal along with the iPad and charger.
Check-out signatures -
Mrs. Nealey _____ Mrs. Lehnhard _____
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Circle the number when you have completed each item, write n/a if not applicable. The space at the left is for the principal=s or
secretary=s initials.
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All books (which my student(s) 6-12 grades have used) from the FCS bookstore have been returned.
Mrs. Jolly/Mrs. Felder_________________________________________________
CUMULATIVE RECORDS and GRADES
1.
Complete grades in RenWeb. Make sure all attendance is recorded and accurate.
2.
List honors and awards on cumulative record sheet. (see Mrs. Pichs for sheets)
3.
Stack teacher manuals (to textbooks) and grade books (keep for 5 years) in the cabinet in your room.
4.
Forms from Mrs. Jolly or Mrs. Felder (in the FCS book store) must be attached to this sheet confirming all FCS text
books (grades 6-12) have returned which were on loan for your students.
5.
Form from Business Office must be attached to this sheet confirming all required Human Resource Forms have been
completed.
REPORTS TURNED IN
(Mrs. Lehnhard or Mrs. Nealey will check off the following :)
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Honor Roll (4 grading period)
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Failure list - Recommendations for Summer School
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Class evaluation
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Self-evaluation
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Educational enrichment selection (Step Plan) (if necessary)
ROOM, EQUIPMENT, AND MATERIALS
1.
Place all school supplies (passes, disciplinary referrals, etc.) in teachers= workroom.
2.
Clean out teacher=s desk. Throw all useless material away. Store the stapler, tape dispenser, scissors and TV and
projector remote controls along with the other items in your desk in a box.
3.
Clean all student desks and chairs.
4.
Store all books neatly on shelves.
5.
Clear all surfaces, teacher=s desk top, tables, shelf tops.
6.
Clean chalkboards/whiteboards.
7.
Leave flags hanging in classroom. If you need new flags for your room for the fall please submit this request to your
administrator.
8.
Empty and clean trash can.
9.
Empty pencil sharpener.
10.
Submit a list of any needed maintenance for your room and furniture requests (desks/chairs) to your administrator.
11.
Destroy all unneeded materials. Don=t be a pack rat!
12.
Account for all textbooks. Notify the business office if a student needs to pay for a lost or damaged book.
13.
Inventory textbooks and unused workbooks in the classroom. Turn in an inventory list to Mrs. Lehnhard. List books
and supplies that must be ordered for next year. Turn list into Mrs. Lehnhard or Mrs. Nealey.
14.
Clear off bulletin boards. Do not bring used bulletin board paper etc. to the work room. If you do not want to store
it throw it away.
15.
Close all windows.
16.
Turn off air conditioner.
17.
Keep your keys.
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When you check out, turn in this check out sheet (1) to Mrs. Lehnhard or Mrs. Nealey along with the sheet from the
bookstore (2) (If you have middle and/or high school student(s)), and the business office release form (3).
Any suggestions to improve our school spiritually, academically, physically, or any improvement in policy or administration will be
appreciated. Please list on the back. Thank you.
Teacher=s name_________________________________________________________________________________
Summer address_________________________________________________________Phone_______________________
Summer e-mail address ______________________________________________________________________________
If you are not returning in the fall and you are currently covered by Aetna the school=s health carrier, you need to see Mrs. Andrews to
complete a form. Aetna and other insurances will terminate on 7/31 unless you sign up for COBRA. Also, please turn in your parking
pass and keys to your principal along with your iPad and charger.
Check-out signatures -
Mrs. Nealey _____ Mrs. Lehnhard ____
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CHECKOUT SHEET FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL FACULTY
Circle the number when you have completed each item, write n/a if not applicable. The space at the left is for the
principal=s initials
All books (which my student(s) 6-12 grades have used) from the FCS bookstore have been returned.
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Mrs. Jolly/Mrs. Felder_______________________
CUMULATIVE RECORDS and GRADE DISKS
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Average grades (no incompletes).
Make sure all grades are accurate and post grades in report cards on RenWeb.
If you used a hard copy grade book turn it in to Mrs. Wicks.
Teacher textbook manuals are to be placed in your cabinet in the classroom.
Forms from Mrs. Jolly or Mrs. Felder (in the FCS book store) must be attached to this sheet confirming all FCS text
books (grades 6-12) have been returned which were on loan to your students.
Form from Business Office must be attached to this sheet confirming all required Human Resource Forms have
been completed.
ROOM, EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
Return all school supplies to the faculty workroom. (Example: passes, disciplinary referrals, chalk)
Inventory supplies stored in your room. Turn in an inventory list to Mrs. Wicks.
Store all reference books on shelves.
Completely empty and clean teacher=s desk.
Pack in a box and label with your name and the word Adesk@, those items you wish to keep and reuse.
(stapler, tape dispenser, erasers, scissors, etc. are to be stored in this box)
Clean all desk tops and shelf tops.
Clean chalk boards.
Leave flags hanging in room. If your room needs new flags, please submit a note to your administrator.
Empty the pencil sharpeners.
Empty the waste basket and clean.
Submit a list of any needed maintenance for your room or areas you are aware of to Mr. Brigham.
Leave overheads in your room.
Clear off bulletin board and store or throw away materials. Do not store materials in the workroom. If you do not
want to keep the materials, please throw away.
Close all windows.
Turn off air conditioner.
When you check out, turn in this check out sheet to Mrs. Wicks along with a copy of your ASelf Improvement@
sheet, the required form from the bookstore (If you have middle school or high school student(s)), and the
business office release form.
Any suggestions to improve our school spiritually, academically, physically, or any improvement in policy or administration
will be appreciated. Please list on the back side.
Teacher=s name__________________________________________________________________________
Summer address______________________________________________________Phone____________________
Summer email address___________________________________________________________________________
If you are not returning in the fall and you are currently covered by Aetna the school=s health carrier, you need to see Mrs.
Andrews to complete a form. Aetna and other insurances will terminate on 7/31 unless you sign up for COBRA. Also,
please turn in your parking pass and keys to your principal along with your iPad and charger.
Check-out signatures - ______________Mrs. Wicks____
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C HECKOUT SHEET FOR SENIOR HIGH FACULTY
Circle the number when you have completed each item, write n/a if not applicable. The space at the left is for the principal=s
initials.
All books (which my student(s) 6-12 grades have used) from the FCS bookstore have been returned.
Mrs. Jolly/Mrs. Felder___________________________________________
CUMULATIVE RECORDS and GRADE DISKS

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Average grades (no incompletes).
Make sure all grades are accurate and post grades in report cards on RenWeb
If you used a grade book turn it in to Mr. Arnold.
Turn in your teacher textbook manuals to Mr. Arnold
Forms from Mrs. Jolly or Mrs. Felder (in the FCS book store) must be attached to this sheet confirming all FCS text
books (grades 6-12) have returned which were on loan for your students.
Form from Business Office must be attached to this sheet confirming all required Human Resource Forms have been
completed.
I have returned the rental cap and gown for graduation IN IT=S ORIGINAL BAG to Mrs. Andrews. Do not leave in
classroom or workroom. Thanks.
ROOM, EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS
1.
2.
3.
4.
Return all school supplies to the faculty workroom. (Example: passes, disciplinary referrals, Scantron sheets, chalk,)
Store all reference books on shelves.
Completely empty and clean teacher=s desk.
Pack in a box and label with your name and the word Adesk@, those items you wish to keep and reuse. (stapler, tape
dispenser, erasers, scissors, TV and projector remote controls, etc. may be kept in this box)
5. Clean all desk tops and shelf tops.
6. Clean chalk board/whiteboards.
7. Leave flags hanging in classroom (if new ones need to be ordered for your room, please submit a note to your
administrator.
8. Empty the pencil sharpeners (pack electric ones in your box to save).
9. Empty the waste basket and clean.
10. Submit a list of any needed maintenance for your room or areas you are aware of to Mr. Brigham.
11. Clear off bulletin board and store or throw away materials. Do not store materials in the work room. If you do not
want to keep the materials, please throw away.
12. Close all windows.
13. Turn off air conditioner.
14. When you check out turn in this check out sheet to Mr. Arnold, the sheet from the bookstore (If you have middle
and/or high school student(s)), and the business office release form. Please include an attached sheet with any
suggestions.
Any suggestions to improve our school spiritually, academically, physically, or any improvement in policy or administration
will be appreciated. Please list on the back side of this sheet or turn in an additional sheet.
Teacher=s name_____________________________________________________________________________
Summer address___________________________________________________Phone_____________________
Summer email address________________________________________________________________________
If you are not returning in the fall and you are currently covered by Aetna the school=s health carrier, you need to see Mrs.
Andrews to complete a form. Aetna and other insurances will terminate on 7/31 unless you sign up for COBRA. Also, please
turn in your parking pass and keys along with your iPad and charger.
Check-out signatures - Mrs. Andrews (cap, gown, hood in plastic bag that it came in)____
Mr. Arnold_____________
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FLORIDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
OF DADE COUNTY, INC.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE MANUAL
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE PREFACE
This Emergency Response Manual has been designated to provide a contingency guide for the school in order to
plan for campus emergencies. While the manual does not cover every conceivable situation, it does supply the
basic administrative guidelines necessary to cope with most campus emergencies.
The school policies and procedures herein are expected to be followed by all faculty and staff whose
responsibilities and authority cover the operational procedures found in the manual. Any exception to those crises
management procedures will be conducted by, or with the approval of, the school headmaster directing and/or
coordinating the emergency operations.
All requests for procedural changes, suggestions, or recommendations will be submitted.
EMERGENCY RESPONSIBILITIES
HEADMASTER, ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL, MIDDLE SCHOOL AND HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
The administrator and principals have the following general responsibilities prior to and during any emergencies.
Emergency Preparedness
1. Building evaluation information shall be distributed to all employees with follow-up discussions, on the
job training or explanation as required.
2. Time shall be allowed for training employees in emergency techniques such as fire extinguisher usage,
a. first aid, CPR and building evacuation
procedures.
Emergency Situations
1. Inform all employees under their direction of the emergency condition.
2. Evaluate impact the emergency has on their activity and take appropriate action. This may include
ceasing operations and initiating building evacuation.
CLASSROOM TEACHERS, COACHES, EXTENDED CARE WORKERS
Each faculty member, coach, and extended care worker has the responsibility to:
Educate their students concerning school emergency procedures as well as evacuation procedures
A.
for their building and/or activity.
Inform their students and/or staff of an emergency and initiate emergency procedures as outlined
B.
in this manual.
C.
Report all safety hazards to maintenance or administration.
EMERGENCY GUIDELINES
1. PURPOSE
a. The basic emergency procedures outlined in this guide are to enhance the protection of lives and
property. Since an emergency may be sudden and without warning, these procedures are designed
to be flexible in order to accommodate contingencies of various types of magnitudes.
2. DEFINITIONS OF AN EMERGENCY
a. The headmaster or his designee serves as the overall emergency director during any major
emergency or disaster. The following definitions of an emergency are provided as guidelines to
assist building and area coordinators in determining the appropriate responses.
A.
MINOR EMERGENCY
1. Any incident, potential or actual, which will not seriously affect the overall
functional capacity of the school. Report immediately to administration.
B.
MAJOR EMERGENCY
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1. Any incident, potential or actual, which affects an entire building or buildings, and
which will disrupt the overall operations of the school. Outside emergency
services will probably be required, as well as major efforts from campus
support sources. Major policy considerations and decisions will usually be
required for administration during times of crises.
3. ASSUMPTIONS
a. The emergency response plan is predicated on a realistic approach to the problems likely to be
encountered on a campus during a major emergency of disaster. Hence, the following are
general guidelines.
A.
An emergency or a disaster may occur at any time of the day or night, weekend or
holiday, with
B.
little or no warning.
C.
The successions of events in an emergency are not predictable; hence, published
support and operational plans will serve only as a guide and checklist, and may
require field modifications in order to meet the requirements of the emergency.
D.
Disasters may affect residents in the geographical location of the school,
therefore, City and County emergency services may not be available. A delay in
off-campus emergency services may be expected.
SOURCES OF ASSISTANCE DURING EMERGENCIES
AGENCY OR SERVICE
Local Law Enforcement Agencies
Local Fire Departments and Paramedics Units
Local Ambulance Service
Local Hospital – Baptist
American Red Cross
Salvation Army - Disaster & Emergency Services
Employers Self Insured Fund
PHONE NUMBER
911
911
911
305-596-6556
305-326-8888
305-242-1453
800-762-7811
SCHOOL PERSONNEL PHONE NUMBERS:
1.
Robert Andrews
305-279-0635
2.
Jim Arnold
305-279-9658
3.
Derwin Brigham
305-553-4490
4.
Maria Lehnhard
305-386-2270
5.
Sherril Nealey
305-262-6025
6.
Mike Oneto
305-485-9267
7.
Ed Riggan
305-279-2566
9.
Debbie Warner
786-431-1794
10. Kerry Wicks
305-256-7787
786-236-9275
786-236-6016
786-412-9141
786-236-4816
786-236-6073
786-236-2567
786-236-6540
786-236-0012
786-402-3989
EMERGENCY MEDICAL AND FIRST-AID
1. If serious injury or illness occurs on campus, immediately notify the school clinic at ext. 277.
2. In case of serious injury or illness, Red Cross trained personnel* should quickly perform the following
steps.
3. Keep the victim still and comfortable. DO NOT MOVE THE VICTIM.
4. Ask victim, “Are you okay?” and “What is wrong?”
5. Check breathing and give artificial respiration if necessary.
6. Control serious bleeding by direct pressure on the wound.
7. Continue to assist the victim until help arrives.
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8. Look for emergency medical I.D., question witness(es) and give all information to the
paramedics.
* Only Red Cross trained personnel should provide first-aid treatment (i.e., first-aid, CPR.)
IMPORTANT:
After any evacuation, report to your designated campus assembly point. Stay there until an accurate headcount
is taken. The administrator or his designee will take attendance and assist in the accounting for all building
occupants.
EMERGENCY EVACUATION PROCEDURES
1. BUILDING EVACUATION
a. All building evacuations shall occur when the fire alarm sounds and/or upon notification by the
administrator or his designee.
2. When the fire alarm is activated during an emergency, leave by the nearest marked exit and alert others.
3. ASSIST THE HANDICAPPED IN EXITING THE BUILDING!
1. Remember the elevators are reserved for handicapped persons. DO NOT
USE THE ELEVATORS IN CASE OF FIRE.
4. Once outside, proceed to a clear area that is at least 500 feet away from the affected building.
i. Keep streets, fire lanes, hydrant area and walkways clear for emergency vehicles and
personnel. Know your area points.
5. DO NOT RETURN TO AN EVACUATED BUILDING UNLESS TOLD TO DO SO.
6. CAMPUS EVACUATION
1. Evacuation of all or part of the campus grounds will be announced by the
administrator or his designee.
7. All persons (students and staff) are to immediately vacate the site in question and relocate to another
part of the campus grounds as directed.
8. CODE RED EVACUATION
1. Certain conditions, such as an individual possessing a firearm or the threat of
a firearm in a classroom may require all students to assemble in one specific
area until the crisis is controlled. If a code red evacuation is ordered, teachers
should immediately take their students and their grade book to the specific
area. Main campus teachers are to report to the gym. West campus teachers are
to report to the cafeteria.
A headcount should be taken after arriving at the evacuation area. Follow the Early Release From School
procedures. Do not release students without the Early Release form or to the child’s parent. Do not return to
your classroom or leave the area until directed to by the administration.
IMPORTANT
After any evacuation, report to your designated assembly point. Stay there until an accurate headcount is taken.
The headmaster or his designee will take attendance and assist in the accounting of all building occupants.
EMERGENCY - FIRE OR EXPLOSION
1. Know the location of fire extinguishers, fire exits, and alarm systems in your area and know how to use
them. Training and information is available through administration and maintenance.
2. If a minor fire appears controllable, IMMEDIATELY contact the fire department and administration.
a. Then promptly direct the charge of the fire extinguisher toward the base of the flame.
3. If an emergency exits, activate the building alarm.
4. On large fires that do not appear controllable, IMMEDIATELY notify the fire department. Then evacuate
all rooms, closing all doors to confine the fire and reduce oxygen - DO NOT LOCK DOORS!
5. When the fire alarm is sounded, walk quickly to the nearest marked exit and alert others to do the same.
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6. ASSIST THE HANDICAPPED IN EXITING THE BUILDING! DO NOT USE THE ELEVATORS
DURING A FIRE. SMOKE is the greatest danger in a fire, so STAY NEAR THE FLOOR where the air
will be less toxic.
7. Once outside, move to a clear area at least 500 feet away from the affected building. Keep streets, fire
a. lanes, hydrants and walkways clear for emergency vehicles and crews.
8. If requested, assist emergency crews as necessary.
9. A campus emergency command post may be set up near the emergency site. Keep clear of the command
post unless you have official business.
10. DO NOT RETURN TO AN EVACUATED BUILDING unless told to do so by the administration.
NOTE:
If you become trapped in a building during a fire and a window is available, place an article of clothing (shirt,
coat, etc.) outside the window as a marker for rescue crews. If there is no window, stay near the floor where the
air will be less toxic. Shout at regular intervals to alert emergency crews of your location. DO NOT PANIC!
IMPORTANT:
After an evacuation, report to your designated campus assembly point. Stay there until an accurate headcount is
taken. The headmaster or his designee will take attendance and assist in the accounting of all buildings occupants.
EMERGENCY - UTILITY FAILURE
1. In the event of a major utility failure occurring during regular school hours immediately notify
maintenance or administration.
2. If there is potential danger to building occupants, or if the utility failure occurs after hours, weekends or
a. holidays, notify someone from the school as listed in “Sources of Assistance.”
3. If an emergency exists, activate the building alarm.
4. All buildings’ evacuations will occur when a fire alarm sounds continuously and/or when an emergency
exists.
5. ASSIST THE HANDICAPPED IN EXITING THE BUILDINGS! Remember that the elevators are
reserved for handicapped persons. DO NOT USE ELEVATORS IN CASE OF FIRE.
6. Once outside move to a clear area at least 500 feet away from the affected building(s). Keep the
walkways, fire lanes and hydrants clear for emergency vehicles and crews.
7. If requested, assist the emergency crews as necessary.
8. A campus emergency command post may be set up near the emergency site. Keep clear of the command
post unless you have official business.
9. DO NOT RETURN TO AN EVACUATED BUILDING unless told to do so by the administration.
EMERGENCY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND PROCEDURES
Always observe steps “1" and “2" above whenever the following utilities’ emergencies arise.
ELECTRICAL/LIGHT FAILURE:
At present, campus building light may not provide sufficient illumination in corridors and stairs for safe exiting.
It is therefore advisable to have a flashlight and portable radios available for emergencies.
ELEVATOR FAILURE:
If you are trapped in the elevator, use the emergency phone. If the elevator does not have an emergency phone,
turn on the emergency alarm (located on the front panel) which will signal for help.
PLUMBING FAILURE/FLOODING:
Cease using all electrical equipment. Notify administration or maintenance. If necessary, vacate the area.
VENTILATION PROBLEM:
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If smoke odors come from the ventilation system immediately notify administration or maintenance and if
necessary cease all operations and vacate the area.
EMERGENCY - PSYCHOLOGICAL CRISIS
A psychological crisis exists when an individual is threatening harm to himself/herself or to others, or is out of
touch with reality due to severe drug reactions or a psychotic break. A psychotic break may be manifested by
hallucinations or uncontrollable behavior.
If a psychological crisis occurs:
1. Never try to handle a situation you feel is dangerous on your own.
2. Notify the guidance office/administration of the situation.
3. In extreme emergencies contact 911 or other emergency services.
EMERGENCY - VIOLENT OR CRIMINAL BEHAVIOR
1. Everyone is asked to assist in making the campus a safe place by being alert to suspicious situations and
promptly reporting them.
2. If you are a victim or a witness to any-on campus offense, AVOID RISKS!
3. Promptly notify administration as soon as possible and report the incident, including the following:
a. Nature of the incident
b. Location of the incident
c. Description of person(s) involved
d. Description of property involved.
4. If you observe a criminal act or whenever you observe a suspicious person on campus, immediately notify
the school office/school administration.
5. Assist the officers when they arrive by supplying them with all additional information and ask others to
cooperate.
6. Should gunfire or discharge of explosives hazard the campus, you should take cover immediately using
all available concealment. After the disturbance, seek emergency first-aid if necessary.
7. WHAT TO DO IF TAKEN HOSTAGE:
a. Be patient. Time is on your side. Avoid drastic action.
b. The initial 45 minutes are the most dangerous. Follow instructions, be alert and stay alive. The
captor is emotionally unbalanced. Don’t make mistakes which could hazard your well-being.
Don’t speak unless spoken to and then only when necessary. Don’t talk down to the captor who
may be in an agitated state. Avoid appearing hostile. Maintain eye contact with the captor at all
times, if possible, but do not stare. Treat the captor like royalty.
c. Try to rest. Avoid speculation. Comply with instructions as best as you can. Avoid arguments.
Expect the unexpected.
d. Be observant. You may be released or escape. The personal safety of others may depend on your
memory.
e. Be prepared to answer the police on the phone. Be patient, wait. Attempt to establish
rapport with the captor. If medications, first-aid or restroom privileges are needed by
anyone, say so. The captors in all probability do not want to harm persons held by
them. Such direct action further implicates the captor in additional offenses.
EMERGENCY - BOMB THREAT
1. If you observe a suspicious object or potential bomb on campus, DO NOT HANDLE THE OBJECT!
Clear the area and immediately and call the school office/school administration. Do not
open drawers, cabinets, or turn lights on or off.
2. Any person receiving a phone call bomb threat should ask the caller:
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a. When is the bomb going to explode?
b. Where is the bomb located?
c. What kind of bomb is it?
d. What does it look like?
e. Why did you place the bomb?
Keep talking to the caller as long as possible and record the following:
a. Time of call
b. Age and sex of the caller
c. Speech patterns, an accent, possible nationality, etc.
d. Emotional state of the caller
e. Background noise
Immediately notify the headmaster.
If an emergency exists, activate the fire alarm.
When the building evacuation alarm is sounded or an emergency exists, walk quickly to the nearest
marked exit and alert others to do the same.
ASSIST THE HANDICAPPED IN EXITING THE BUILDING! Remember that elevators are reserved
for handicapped persons. DO NOT USE ELEVATORS IN CARE OF FIRE. DO NOT PANIC.
Once outside, move to a clear area at least 500 feet away from the affected building. Keep streets, fire
lanes, hydrants and walkways clear for emergency vehicles and crews.
If requested, assist emergency crews as necessary.
DO NOT RETURN TO AN EVACUATED BUILDING unless told to do so.
IMPORTANT: After any evacuation, report to your designated campus assembly point. Stay there until an
accurate headcount is taken. The headmaster or his designee will take attendance and assist in the accounting of
all building occupants.
EMERGENCY - MEDIA RELATIONS
The school has two basic guidelines to observe in crisis situations.
1. Only authorized spokespersons will meet to talk with the media.
2. Only factual information is released; no speculation is to be offered.
OTHER GUIDELINES:
All personnel are notified to report emergencies to the headmaster. They are also reminded not to speak to
outsiders, especially to the media.
1. The headmaster is to be informed immediately of existing emergencies. Complete details are to be made
available, including what it is, how it began, who is involved, what is happening now and what help has
been called for.
2. The headmaster and any other person involved shall confer and decide on the appropriate action.
3. All calls from the media are deferred directly to the headmaster.
EMERGENCY - HAZARD COMMUNICATION PROGRAM
Florida Christian School is firmly committed to providing each of its employees a safe and healthy work
environment. It is a matter of school policy as well as an important public program. We have implemented this
Hazard Communication Program as outlined herein.
EMERGENCY - HAZARD DETERMINATION
1. The initial hazard determination is coordinated by the school headmaster.
2. Any substance listed in 29 CPR 1910, Subpart Z, Toxic Hazardous Substances; The American Conference
of Government Industrial Hygienists, (ACGIH), Threshold Limit Values for chemical Substances and
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Physical Agents in the Work Environment, the National Toxicology programs’ (NTP), the annual Report
on Carcinogens; or the International Agency for Research on Cancer’s (IARC), Monographs, will be
considered a health or physical hazard and therefore hazardous.
Furthermore, any substance otherwise known to be hazardous is included in the Hazardous
Communication Program.
Every hazardous substance known to be present in the workplace will be listed on the “Hazardous
Chemicals Inventory.” The school is responsible for coordinating the list. The school secretary is
responsible for providing the name and paperwork for hazardous chemicals used in the school to the
facilities manager. The school is responsible for maintaining the list.
The identity of the substance appearing on the Hazardous chemical Inventory will be the same as appears
on the manufacturer’s label, and the MSDS for the substance.
The Hazardous Chemicals Inventory will serve as an index to the MSD’s file.
EMERGENCY - MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS
A MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS) containing the information required by the Hazard
Communication Standards will be kept for each substance listed on our “Hazardous Chemicals Inventory.’ The
MSDS will be the most current one supplied by the chemical manufacturer, importer or distributor. You have the
right to view these. The facility’s manager is responsible for obtaining MSDS sheets for chemicals used, and the
school is responsible for obtaining the MSDS sheets for chemicals used by the school. The school is responsible
for maintaining the file of MSDS sheets.
The MSDS sheets are filed in the various departments of the school and are readily accessible to
employees in the work area during each work shift.
EMERGENCY - EMPLOYEE INFORMATION AND TRAINING PROGRAM POLICY
1. All employees, including temporary employees, working with or potentially exposed to hazardous
chemicals will be appropriately informed and trained per 1910.1200(h) concerning the potential hazards
of the chemicals to which they may be exposed.
2. All employees will be informed of the details of the Hazard Communications Program including an
explanation of the labeling system and the material safety data sheets, and how employees can use the
appropriated hazard information. The school is responsible for the overall conditions of the training
program, however, school curriculum requiring use of hazardous chemicals, (i.e., science class
experiments, projects, etc.) will be the responsibility of the school administration. These chemical names
and their MSDS sheets will be provided to the facilities manager for inclusion in the inventory and
training program.
3. We will provide employees with training when new hazardous chemicals are introduced and added to the
chemical inventory list, or before non-routine tasks are to be performed that could involve exposure to
hazardous chemicals.
4. Reinforcement of training for employees will be conducted through topics at safety meetings, faculty
meeting or special meetings as necessary. The extent of information transmitted to employees during
training sessions will be dictated by the degree of hazard presented by the chemicals. The applicable
MSDS’s, the text of the OSHA Hazard communication standard (1910.1200), the inventory list of
hazardous chemicals, and this written program will be used as sources of information during the training
session.
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SCHOOL CANCELLATION DUE TO EMERGENCY/POWER OUTAGE/ EARLY RELEASE FROM
SCHOOL
TEACHER’S RESPONSIBILITY:
1. Remain calm and stay in your classroom.
2. Do not dismiss any student from your class without an Early Release Form or direct contact from the
office. (If power is off the intercom will be restored as quickly as possible.)
3. As much as possible, continue to provide teacher directed activity. Have some activities preplanned for
the occasion.
4. Do not respond or repeat rumors regarding school dismissal. You will be notified of the schedule and
informed as to the situation as soon as possible should the situation develop.
5. If a parent/adult comes to the office to pick up their child, they must sign a release form. The office will
contact the teacher (by intercom if possible) and ask for the child to come to the office or inform the
teacher that the parent is coming to the room to pick up the child.
6. If a parent comes directly to the classroom without coming to the office first, they should be told to go
to the office to sign the student out. The office will then call the teacher or the parent will return with a
release form from the office. If a student’s sibling or unauthorized adult comes to pick them up, they must
go to the office and obtain a release form.
7. If the decision is made to cancel school because of the emergency situation you will be notified.
Kindergarten and elementary teachers are to remain in their own classrooms. If the class is with an
elective teacher, they should be taken immediately to their regular classroom. The teacher will be fully
responsible for his/her class until all children have been properly checked out of school or until
regular dismissal time.
8. No faculty member will be released from responsibilities until all students have been signed out or until
the regular dismissal time or the school administrator gives approval for the faculty to leave.
9. It is most important that should any of the above-mentioned situations occur, that the teacher assumes
responsibility for the safety and well-being of the students and also is willing to assist with the general
well-being and safety of all students.
EMERGENCY - LOCK DOWN PROCEDURES
When potentially hazardous conditions exist in the vicinity of the school or on the school property, consideration
will be given as to the best means of protecting students. One of the considerations will be to secure the entire
campus, and all students, by a lock down procedure. The following is a description of the two types of lock down
procedures which could be used.
Code Blue - This procedure will be implemented when it becomes necessary to keep all students in an indoor
room until the potential danger has passed. This procedure would be implemented in case of situations which
might occur off campus that have a potential impact on the school. It might also be implemented in case of
threatening weather situations. If the threat is a tornado warning, all students who are in modular buildings on the
main campus will be taken to the gymnasium and on the west campus to the cafeteria.
Code Blue Procedures 1. An announcement will be made by intercom of the code blue condition.
2. School administration will check classrooms, hallways, and playgrounds to insure that all faculty are
aware of the code blue condition.
3. Teachers are to keep students in the classrooms. Classroom doors are to be closed but do not have to be
locked. Students are not allowed to leave the classrooms until the code blue alert has been lifted except
as designated by Teacher’s responsibilities in the Emergency Response Manual.
4. All physical education students on the main campus will be taken to the gymnasium. All physical
education students on the west campus will be taken to the cafeteria.
5. Teachers are to immediately verify that all students are accounted for by taking roll.
6. Students should be assured that the code blue alert is for a potential hazard. They should remain calm and
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quiet, in order to receive any updated information via the intercom regarding the situation. Students
should be moved away from the windows and doors as far as possible.
7. Teachers whose classes are outside their classroom should go to where their class is and remain with
them. (If the class is in physical education go to the gymnasium or west campus cafeteria)
8. All school personnel with no direct responsibility for supervising students should report to the school
office for possible assignment.
9. The lifting of the code blue condition will be by intercom.
Code Red - This procedure will be implemented when it becomes necessary to keep all students locked in an
indoor room until the danger has passed. This procedure would be implemented in case of situations which occur
on campus that pose an immediate threat to the school. This is a REAL and DANGEROUS situation and must be
acted on accordingly.
Code Red Procedures 1. An announcement will be made by intercom of the code red condition.
2. School administration will check classrooms, hallways, and playgrounds to insure that all faculty are
aware of the code red condition.
3. Teachers are to keep students in the classrooms. Classroom doors are to be closed and must be locked.
Students are not allowed to leave the classrooms until the code red alert has been lifted under any
circumstance.
4. All physical education students on the main campus will be taken to the gymnasium. All physical
education students on the west campus will be taken to the cafeteria.
5. Teachers are to immediately verify that all students are accounted for by taking roll.
6. Students should be assured that the code red alert is for an immediate hazard and their cooperation is
vital. They should remain calm and quiet, in order to receive any updated information via the intercom
regarding the situation. Students should be moved away from the windows and doors as far as possible.
No one should be allowed to enter the classroom unless accompanied by school administration or unless
directed by school administration via the intercom.
7. Teachers whose classes are outside their classroom should go to where their class is and remain with
them. (If the class is in physical education go to the gymnasium or west campus cafeteria.
8. All school personnel with no direct responsibility for supervising students should report to the school
office for possible assignment.
9.
The lifting of the code red condition will be by intercom.
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