Table of Contents s79

TABLE OF CONTENTS

General School Information School Instructional Staff, School Calendar...... 2 Time Schedules, School Information, Alma Mater...... 3 Basis for Christian Education, General Aims & Objectives...... 4 Organization and History of Pella Christian High, Mission Statement, Purpose Statement, Mission Related Goals, Non-Discrimination Policy...... 5

Purpose of Handbook...... 6

Student/Employee Respect and Dignity Policy ...... 6

Use of Building and Equipment...... 7 Building and Grounds, Textbooks, Seats and Chairs, Gymnasium, Bulletin Boards, Lockers Chapel, Area Restrictions, Bathrooms, Study Halls, Parking/Driving Regulations Other Building Rules……………………………………………………………….8 Library, Fire/Tornado/Physical Threat Procedures ...... ……………….………9

Attendance Concerns...... ….9 Absence Policy Making Up Work, Leaving School…………………………………...... 10 Tardy Policy, Regulations Regarding Detentions, Participation in Extra-Curricular Activities When Absent…………...... ……………...... 11

Student Opportunities...... 12 Academic Eligibility, Guidance & Office Records, Counselor, Work Release, School-to-Work Program...... 12

Miscellaneous Matters...... 13 Visitors, Telephone, Photocopies, Snack Time, Cafeteria/Lunch Time, Lost & Found, Snow Days, Administration of Medication, Student Responsibility, Parties..…….……13 Cell Phones, MP3/iPod Policy, Nuisance Items..………………...... ……...... 14

Discipline Concerns...... 15 Good Conduct Policy……………………………………………………………...……..15-18 Dress Code...... ………………………………………………………………………....18 School Network and Internet Policy…………………………………………………………19 Academic Honesty…………………………………………………………………………...20 Weapons/Dangerous Items...... 20 Intimacy/Pregnancy Policy...... 21

Public Conduct at School Activities...... 22 Home School Policy…………………………………………………………………………...…….…22 Evaluation, Courses, Graduation Requirements, Awards...... 23 Marking System, GPA System, Honor Roll, Dropping or Adding Courses, Awards……....23 Requirements for Graduation…………………………..…….……………………..…...... 24 Requirements for Early Graduation, Course Credit Testing……..………………………….25 Tuition Payment Policy…...... 26

Parent/Student Handbook 2015-2016 2

SCHOOL INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF

Mr. Keith Anderson, B.A. Computer Apps, Accounting, Automated Accounting, General Business, Personal Finance, Computer Programming, Boys Track, PE Mrs. Kim Bandstra, M.A. Study Skills Assistant Mr. Greg Beekhuizen, M.A. Chemistry, Physical Science, Advanced Chemistry, Applied Physics, Physics Mrs. Jan Blunck, B.S. Creative Living, Consumer Health, Nutritional Health, Housing & Interior Design, Child Development, Spec. Ed. Asst. Mrs. Shannon Dykstra, M.A. Band, Instrumental Lessons Dr. Larry Eggink, Ed.D. Asst. Principal, Government, Geography, Comparative Religions, Saints & Martyrs, Curriculum Coordinator, School-to-Work, Work Release Mr. Brad Engbers, M.A. Activities Director, Intramurals, Student Council Mrs. Audra Faber, B.A. Biology I & II, Anatomy & Physiology I & II, Environmental Science, 9th Girls Volleyball Mrs. Sheryl Haveman, M.A. Librarian/Media Specialist, English III, Digital Literacy Mr. Kevin Herdegen, M.A. Geometry, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus, Trigonometry, Math II & III, PE, Girls Track Mr. Larry Hessing, M.A. Algebra I, Algebra II, Math II, Statistics, Boys Varsity Basketball, Girls Golf Mr. Joe Hoksbergen. M.A. Intro to Art Media, Drawing & Painting, 3-D Design, Graphic Design, Art Methods through History, Marketing Mrs. Helen Luhrs, M.A. Study Skills Mr. Paul Monsma, B.S. Woodworking I, Computer Drafting, Industrial Arts II, Adv. Woodworking, Architectural Drafting, Building Trades & Small Engines, Math I Mr. Jason Noble, M.A. Spanish II, III, IV, Knowledge Bowl, On-line Languages, Digital Literacy Mrs. Rachel Renaud, M.A. Intro to Literature, College Composition Mr. Joel Rietema, M.A. Old Testament, New Testament, Christian Doctrine, Christian Ethics Mr. Clyde Rinsema Interim Principal Mrs. Joni Van Der Pol, B.A. Spanish I, ESL, IHOP, On-line Languages Mrs. Noreen Vander Wal, B.A. Journaliam, Adv. Journalism, British & World Lit., Eagles’ Cry, Yearbook Mr. Dan Van Kooten, M.A. Guidance Counselor, Psychology Mr. Marlo Van Peursem, M.A. American Lit, Drama, Speech, Chapel Planning, Forensics, Plays Mr. Tim Van Voorst, M.M. Concert Choir, Cantabile, Chapel Planning, Vocal Lessons Mrs. Nicole Van Wyk, M.A. Special Education Mr. Dan Vermeer, B.A. U.S. History, World History

SCHOOL CALENDAR – Special Dates

School Starts (new students, 1/2 day) August 24 Winterim Jan. 4-12 School Starts (all students) August 25 Teacher Work Day January 13 Labor Day September 7 Presidents Day February 15 Teacher Prof. Dev. (no school) October 1, 2 K-12 In-Service March 4 Parent-Teacher Conf. Sept 23, Oct 26, 29 Spring Break March 14-18 Teacher Work Day October 30 Parent-Teacher Conf. March 21, 24 Thanksgiving Vacation November 26, 27 Good Friday March 25 First Semester Ends December 22 Last Day of School May 27 Christmas Vacation Dec. 23 – Jan. 1 Graduation May 21 (Sat.)

EXAM Days: Dec. 18, 21, 22 and May 25, 26, 27 Teacher In-Services (1:30 Dismissals): Sept. 2, Oct. 7, Nov. 4, Dec. 2, Feb. 3, Mar. 2, Apr. 6, May 4 Snow Make-up Days: some days are built into the schedule, but if needed: May 30, June 1, 2

NORMAL TIME SCHEDULES

Monday/Wednesday/Friday

1st Period 8:25 - 9:08 (43) 2nd Period 9:11 - 9:53 (42) Break 9:53 - 9:59 (6) 3rd Period 10:02 - 10:45 (43) 4th Period 10:48 - 11:30 (11:34,11:38) {42,46,50} Lunch 11:30 - 12:18 (48) Intramurals 11:53 - 12:15 (22) Detentions 11:58 - 12:15 (17) 5th Period 12:22 -1:04 (42) 6th Period 1:07 - 1:49 (42) 7th Period 1:52 - 2:34 (42) 8th Period 2:37 - 3:18 (41) Dismissal 3:20

Tuesday/Thursday Chapel Schedule

1st Period 8:25 – 9:06 (41) 2nd Period 9:09 - 9:50 (41) Chapel 9:53 – 10:18 (25) Break 10:18 – 10:27 (9) 3rd Period 10:30 -11:11 (41) 4th Period 11:14 - 11:56 (12:00, 12:04) {42,46,50} Lunch 11:56 - 12:25 (29) 5th Period 12:29 - 1:09 (40) 6th Period 1:12 - 1:52 (40) 7th Period 1:55 - 2:35 (40) 8th Period 2:38 - 3:18 (40) Dismissal 3:20

SCHOOL INFORMATION

School Colors - Maroon & White Nickname - Eagles School Newspaper - Eagles' Cry Annual - Memoirs Conference - Little Hawkeye

ALMA MATER Hail Pella Christian, Our Alma Mater Our loyalty we offer now to thee, Grant us Thy mem'ries, may we always be ever in Thy service, loyal to thee.

Hail Pella Christian, Our Alma Mater God's name we honor and we shall uphold Grant us Thy blessings, when ere we part. May our colors bind us, Maroon and White.

BASIS FOR CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

The Word of God, the truth it presents, and the reality it announces as good news, are the basis for Christian Education. Learning these teachings of the Bible, recognizing the reality of which it speaks, and acknowledging it in the formation of Christian character, provides the foundation and aim of our educational effort: Proverbs 1:7 “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom.” What follows is an elaboration of this perspective based upon the theology of the Reformed Protestant tradition, especially presented in its creeds and confessions, with which our teachers and staff express their agreement.

The LORD is Triune: Father, Son, and Spirit. Because of his revelation in the Word, we state the following to explain Christian Education:

 God is the Creator of heaven and earth. God is sovereign over all and actively rules over all. In the first chapter of the Bible we read that Man, as male and female, was created different from all others of God’s creatures, and has been given a unique place and critical responsibility in God’s creation. (Genesis 1:26). Throughout the Bible, we are taught emphatically and repeatedly that God establishes his kingdom in the earth and makes covenant with his people, calling upon parents, as their Heavenly Father, to bring up their children in the ways of the Lord (Genesis 17:1-8; Deuteronomy 6:4-9; Acts 2:38-39; Ephesians 6:4). In education, therefore, we engage in the study of this world as belonging to him, acknowledging his sovereign rule over all things in it. In this we respond to the cultural mandate (“Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it. Rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air and all the creatures that move on the ground.” Genesis 1:28), and we seek to learn the wisdom taught us as the chief end of man: “to know God and enjoy him forever” (Westminster Shorter Catechism, Question and Answer 1).

 God is the Savior of the world, redeeming it through the cross of his Son Jesus Christ, without whom nothing was made that has been made (John 1:1-3; Colossians 1:15-23). Because of this we pursue an education which knows Jesus Christ as being the Truth, Way and the Life, in himself, in his teaching, and in his direction. In education, therefore, we seek to discern the spirits of the age (I John 4:1), become sensitive to the corruptions of mind and will in our time, and address the claims of God’s redeeming and renewing work to all the activities of thought and ambition by which we live (2 Corinthians 10:5). Christ-centered education is indispensable in a fallen world, and is, in fact, part of God’s redeeming work. It is our only comfort in life and death that we belong to him: consequently, Christ’s Holy Spirit makes us “Wholeheartedly willing and ready from now on to live for him.” (Heidelberg Catechism, Answer 1)

 God is the Sanctifier of the world through the Holy Spirit proceeding from the Father and the Son, who, in making men and women holy to God, calls us to serve in his Kingdom with understanding and wisdom, with devotion, commitment, and enthusiasm. Thus, in Christian education, the ways of devotion are cultivated, Christian encouragement exercised, and all our dreams and goals focused upon what God calls us to do and enjoy in his world.

GENERAL AIMS OR OBJECTIVES

1. To bring the student to understanding that our world belongs to God in all of its glory, complexity, and beauty; to see that God’s rule requires us to acknowledge him in every aspect of life.

2. To bring the student to appreciate the cultural heritage of civilization through a study of the basic liberal arts subjects, presented from a Christian point of view: bringing students to become aware of the corruption of our world, and to equip each one with strength of mind and purpose to enter the way of repentance and renewal, in all aspects of living.

1. To develop in students the abilities which God has invested in them for the advance of his kingdom and the enjoyment of his glory, instilling in them a desire to find their place in which to serve God with increasing ability through continued learning and increased service throughout life.

1. To do this in a community in which is demonstrated Christian love, wisdom, and purpose.

ORGANIZATION AND HISTORY OF PELLA CHRISTIAN HIGH

Pella Christian High is owned and operated by the Pella Christian High School Society. It is governed by a Board of Directors elected from the Society at its Annual Meeting. The parents believe that their children stand in a covenant relationship with God and must have a God-centered education. In comparison to public and church schools, our school is a private, parental owned and operated school.

In September 1940, Pella Christian High opened in a large home on North Main Street, with 41 students. In 1948, a new building was completed on Jefferson Street and additions were added in 1958 and 1962. In 1964, most of the building was destroyed by fire and a new building was erected. Additions were added to that building in 1968, 1974, 1980, 1985 and 1989. In January, 2008, a major move was made to a new campus and a new building at 300 Eagle Lane on the southeast side of Pella.

MISSION STATEMENT

Pella Christian High School educates and nurtures each student to serve in God’s world.

MISSION RELATED GOALS

Educate Pella Christian High School educates students by

 providing a biblically based education from the Reformed perspective that helps students develop a Christian worldview.  equipping each student with the knowledge and relevant skills to contribute faithfully in a diverse world.

Nurture Pella Christian High School nurtures students by

 employing and supporting gifted, passionately committed Christian teachers and staff who positively influence students.  recognizing and affirming each person’s worth as an image bearer of God.  partnering with parents and the church in cultivating a community where students are encouraged to grow spiritually.

Serve Pella Christian High School calls its students and graduates to respond to God’s grace by

 living and proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ to a fallen world.  using their resources, time, and gifts to glorify God in their respective callings.  extending God’s love, justice, and mercy to their families, neighbors, and world.  practicing faithful stewardship of God’s creation.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

Pella Christian High School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all of the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded all students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions and athletic or other school administered policies.

PURPOSE OF HANDBOOK

We want a good school, one of which we can be proud and one that reflects Christ. As Christians, we are accountable for our actions. Thus we must adhere to norms or standards that guide us in walking the Christian life. At school, too, we must observe standards so that every member of the Christian High community can enjoy his/her stay here. A knowledge of your responsibilities at Pella Christian High can help make your stay here more enjoyable and rewarding. This handbook has been prepared for you and your parents. Read it carefully. You will be expected not only to know what it contains, but to act in accordance with it both at and away from school.

STUDENT/EMPLOYEE RESPECT AND DIGNITY POLICY (Anti-Bullying / Harassment Policy Pursuant to Iowa Code Section 280.28)

He answered: " 'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind' ; and, 'Love your neighbor as yourself.' " Luke 10:27

Believing that Pella Christian High School is a Christian community and desiring to continue to build and maintain such a community the school board has adopted the following policy regarding how we are to treat and respect each other as fellow brothers and sisters in Christ.

I. Statement of Policy. A. School employees, volunteers, and students in school, on school property, or at any school function or school-sponsored activity shall not engage in harassing and bullying behavior. B. School employees, volunteers, and students shall not engage in reprisal, retaliation, or false accusation against a victim, witness, or an individual who has reliable information about such an act of harassment or bullying. C. School employees, volunteers, parents or guardians, and students are expected to act in a timely and responsible manner to prevent, report, and facilitate investigation of suspected harassment and bullying.

II. Definitions. A. Harassment and Bullying are defined as any electronic, written, verbal, or physical act or conduct toward a student which is: (1) Based on any actual or perceived trait or characteristic of the student, and (2) Creates an objectively hostile school environment that meets one or more of the following conditions: a. Places the student in reasonable fear of harm to the student’s person or property. b. Has a substantially detrimental effect on the student’s physical or mental health. c. Has the effect of substantially interfering with the student’s ability to participate in or benefit from the services, activities, or privileges provided by a school. B. The following activities, absent substantial aggravating factors, occurring inside or outside the classroom, do not constitute Harassment or Bullying: (1) Instruction and participation in lessons and worship services. (2) Discussions and debate concerning issues important to Christian faith. (3) Electronic, written, verbal, and physical interpretation of Biblical scripture, and religious texts, music, and opinions. (4) Witnessing and faith-sharing.

III. Reporting. Suspected incidents of harassment and bullying should be reported to a teacher or to the Principal within 24 hours. The Principal is responsible for receiving reports and ensuring the Anti-Harassment/Anti-Bullying Policy is implemented.

IV. Investigation.

Suspected incidents of bullying and harassment will be promptly and thoroughly investigated by the Principal or his/her designee. Investigators will consider the totality of the circumstances presented in determining whether conduct objectively constitutes harassment or bullying under this policy.

V. Consequences for Violators. Individuals responsible for conduct in violation of this policy will be subject to consequences and remedial action. The sanctioning guidelines of the Good Conduct Policy apply to violations of this policy.

VI. Publication. This policy shall be published in the parent/student handbook and the faculty/employee handbook.

Approved by Education Committee August 2007 Approved by School Board September 2007

USE OF BUILDING AND EQUIPMENT

BUILDING AND GROUNDS: Pella Christian High belongs to you and your parents. Please show the same care towards school property as you show to your own personal possessions. Please note the following regulations: 1. Any damage to school property is to be reported to the office at once by the person responsible. 2. Any student who accidentally damages or destroys school property as the result of carelessness or rowdy conduct will be expected to make payment in the amount of loss to the school for any repair or replacement. 3. Any student who willfully vandalizes school property or the property of any faculty member will be suspended from school and held responsible for any damages incurred. A student may be re-admitted by appearing before the Board or Educational Committee of the Board with his/her parent(s). 4. If the student perpetrator of vandalism to the school is not found, funding for repair will be paid from appropriate class funds. 5. The roof of the school building is off-limits to all students. A student who is discovered to have been on the roof of the school will be assessed a fine of $150.

TEXTBOOKS: Proper care of textbooks by the students is expected. Students will be assessed fines for excessive damage to textbooks, and these fines must be paid before final exams are taken. Replacement cost will be charged for books that are not turned in.

SEATS AND CHAIRS: When in order should be left undisturbed. Any change in the location of chairs or seating arrangements will be the concern of the teachers only. Students are not to write on chairs or desks.

GYMNASIUM: All gym equipment will be issued only by the coach or the instructor in charge. Do NOT climb on the gym bleachers when they are pushed in. They will appear to make a nice ladder, but climbing on them will cause damage.

BULLETIN BOARDS: You should not tamper with the bulletin boards or disfigure anything on them. Nothing is to be posted on the hall bulletin boards or walls without permission from the office.

LOCKERS: Lockers are assigned on the opening day of school. No one should enter any locker other than his/her own. Lockers must be kept clean and neat. Inappropriate pictures are not allowed in lockers. Anyone jamming or stacking a locker must pay for any damages to the locker or its contents. The faculty and administration reserve the right to inspect a locker at any time. Periodic locker inspections may be conducted throughout the school year. No gummed stickers or writing allowed on or inside of the locker.

CHAPEL Chapel is an important part of school life. It is a time for communal worship. Students should approach chapel in that spirit of worship. No food or drink is permitted. No standing on the seats or putting feet or

Parent/Student Handbook 2015-2016 8 knees up on the backs of the seats. No climbing over seats to get from one row to another. Assigned seats by home rooms will be given for chapel services.

AREA RESTRICTIONS Stairways and stairwells are for passing only. No loitering in these areas. Classrooms, labs, chapel, and media center are off-limits unless a teacher is present. Teachers may be locking their rooms when they are not there. Faculty room, faculty workroom, and kitchen are off-limits unless the student is invited in. In the main office area, students should not go any further than the office counter area. The elevator is not to be used without special permission. Students should enter and exit through the main south entrance only unless instructed otherwise by a teacher. The south entrance to the athletic area may be made available to athletes at certain times.

BATHROOMS Students should use the bathrooms on the first and second floors just beyond the locker pod areas. These bathrooms are open to all students and are NOT designated for certain classes. The bathrooms across from the gym are only to be used during times of public activities like games, concerts, etc., not during the regular school day. The bathrooms by the fine arts hallway and the one across from the Special Ed Room are for faculty and staff use only.

STUDY HALLS Study halls will meet in the commons area. Students will be assigned seats. As much as possible, a quiet study atmosphere should be maintained. The teacher will be stationed by the media center side of the commons area. Due to size and availability, some study halls may be assigned to other rooms.

PARKING/DRIVING REGULATIONS 1. Driving and parking on campus is a privilege. Students who abuse the privilege by driving recklessly may lose the privilege. Parking violations will result in a $10 fine. Driving infractions (ie speeding, peeling out, etc.) will result in a $20 fine. Both fines can be cut in half if paid within 24 hours. 2. Student cars will not be permitted to leave the school grounds during the school day except by permission from the assistant principal prior to leaving. (See “Leaving School” page 10.) 3. Because we have a closed campus, no student visitors are permitted on campus during school hours. Exception: planned visits that are pre-arranged with the assistant principal. 4. Students are restricted to the school grounds from the time they arrive in the morning until they leave after school. For the protection of all vehicles, the parking lot is off limits during the school day. To get something out of one’s car during the school day, permission must be granted by the office. 5. Students park only in the south lot. Teachers and staff may park in the west and east lots. 6. Entrance to the school should only be from Eagle Lane. The road on the east side of school is an exit only (except for buses and delivery vehicles). The loop area at the main entrance is for drop-off and pick-up only. (Visitor parking will be in a designated area.) Speed limit on campus is 15 mph.

OTHER BUILDING RULES 1. An after-school detention will be assigned to any student throwing anything between the two levels by the commons area. Also, do NOT sit on the railing. 2. Book bags must be stored in the student lockers, not on the floor, and never in the hallways. Certain locations may be allowed during chapel and lunch, but they should not be dropped in traffic flow areas. 3. Athletic bags must be stored in the locker room areas, NOT in the bathrooms. Athletes who do not need access to their clothes during the day should put them in the visitors’ lockers. Those in PE or IMs should put them in the home team lockers. 4. There will be a student phone in the main entry area across from the office. Students will need to push 82 first to get a dial tone. Only local calls can be made from this phone. 5. During the lunch dismissals, the gates will be pulled down so that the lunch line can form along the gate area instead of getting congested into the locker pod area. 6. Throughout the various classrooms, students should not open or close the windows or shades, nor should they have access to the teacher’s cupboards, phone, computer, or the thermostat. 7. Gates to the classroom areas and the locker areas will be pulled down each day at 4:30. Students who have practice after school should have their homework, coats, etc. out of their lockers by 4:30. Anyone tampering with the gates will incur a minimum fine of $25. 8. Absolutely NO food or drink in the science labs, the computer labs, the chapel, or the library. Only regular water will allowed in the gym during the school day, but pop and other sugar or vitamin drinks will be permitted in the gym during our games with other schools. LIBRARY

1. The primary purpose of the library is to provide information for the student when assignments are given and when a critical need arises. Some sources can be checked out, while other print and non-print sources are to be used in the library. To go to the library for this purpose, students need to present their study hall teacher with the appropriate pass from the teacher whose Parent/Student Handbook 2015-2016 9

assigned project requires library access. Priority of access to materials will be given to classes that are scheduled into the library.

2. A secondary use of the library is to provide materials that may be checked out. a. All books except reference books may be borrowed for a period of two weeks and may be renewed upon proper stamping of the book for another two week period. b. Certain reference books and books in high demand because of class assignments may be borrowed overnight only. They must be returned by 8:25 on the following school day. c. Current magazines may not be taken from the library until the next issue appears. Older magazines may be checked out for one week. d. Anyone taking books or magazines out without proper checkout will be assessed a fine of $2.00 or the cost of the magazine. e. Books that are lost or damaged must be paid for by the student checking them out.

3. The library is NOT to function as: a. A study hall unless the administration declares it as such. Students who are studying textbook material should remain in the study hall. Ideally, fewer than twenty-eight students should be using the library during one period. b. A place where students take tests. Tests should be taken in the study hall or under the supervision of the classroom teacher. c. An overflow for students not working in the Study Skills Room. d. A social center where food and drink are consumed. There is to be no food and drink in the library. Detentions may be given to chronic offenders of this rule. 4. The library is open between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM. Please do not expect to be allowed in the library beyond those hours unless you are there with a teacher.

FIRE/TORNADO/PHYSICAL THREAT PROCEDURES In the event of a fire (actual or drill), tornado (actual or drill), or physical threat (actual or drill), each teacher has been instructed as to what to do and where to go. Also, placards are placed in every room indicating where students and staff should go in the event of any emergency.

ATTENDANCE CONCERNS

ABSENCE POLICY

1. An absence may be excused if the absence is due to illness, medical appointments, school- sponsored activities, death in the family, or for certain emergency situations approved by the office.

2. An absence for other reasons, particularly those that pertain to family-related needs, college visits not planned through the counselor, church-related activities, etc. (those that can be planned in advance) may be excused if the following procedures are followed:

a. The assistant principal receives the request for such an absence at least a day in advance of the day(s) of the planned absence. The reason for the absence must be clearly stated. b. The student contacts each of his/her teachers prior to the absence to obtain any schoolwork that might be missed. The student obtains a form from the assistant principal (green sheet) that each teacher signs to show that this was accomplished and then returns it to the assistant principal.

3. If a student is absent for any reason other than those stated above, or if the procedures listed above are not followed, the absence will be considered unexcused, and this includes over-sleeping. The student will make up the equivalent amount of time he/she is absent after school on the Monday of the following week, and subsequent Mondays if needed, with one hour being the minimum amount of time served. 4. Excuses for absence that do not fall under #2 above should be turned in to the assistant principal before the first period on the day you return from the absence. The excuse must include the time of the absence, the reason for the absence, and the signature of the parent. If an excuse is not brought in (or called in by the parent) within three school days, the absence will be considered unexcused. No reminders or warnings will be issued. Parents can also leave excuses on the assistant principal’s voice mail (#1113) or via e-mail.

5. Teachers are encouraged to include in their evaluation of student performance a certain percentage for participation, which provides a way to reward good attendance. Students who are absent from class

due to school-related activities will not be penalized for their absence unless of course their absence results in poor performance.

6. Students should always get written permission from their teacher in advance if they need to be absent from a study hall to make up a test, work in the library, or for other teacher-assigned projects. Exceptions: regularly scheduled music lessons or peer tutoring sessions.

7. Student attendance will be monitored by the assistant principal. Problems regarding high absenteeism will be communicated to the parents by the assistant principal.

8. Seniors are given two days for college visits when they are arranged through the counselor’s office. The senior class trip in late April is a two-day planned school activity. There are no senior “skip days.”

MAKING UP WORK 1. It is the responsibility of the student to contact each teacher about make-up work following an absence. For the “planned absence,” the make-up work may already be known in advance. The time allowed to make up school work for an excused absence shall normally be equal to the time absent, up to a maximum of one week. A student who does not make up school work within the time allowed by this policy may receive no credit for the school work (0%).

2. Students who miss a test will take the test under the supervision of the classroom teacher before school, after school, at noon hour or during his/her free period, or under the supervision of a study hall teacher. Teachers may have a student make up a test during the morning study halls but, due to the large afternoon study halls, are discouraged from having tests made up in afternoon study halls. Students who leave a study hall to make up a test should first report to the study hall for attendance. Absence from study hall may be considered unexcused if this procedure is not followed.

3. A student whose absence from class is clearly known to be unexcused may not receive credit for tests, quizzes, or assignments that may have been given during the time of that absence.

LEAVING SCHOOL

PCHS follows a closed campus policy. No student may leave campus during the school day unless the following steps are followed:

1. For planned appointments, permission must be obtained from the assistant principal before school. Permission to leave school will be given only if the student has a note or message from home or the doctor’s appointment slip. Students who need to leave school because of illness or other situations for which they do not have a note should still see the assistant principal before leaving campus. No students are permitted to go home for lunch.

2. Before leaving, the student must come to the office to sign a "check-out sheet" and upon returning must sign back in. Signing out does NOT give the student permission to leave school. They must always check with the Assistant Principal, or someone in the main office, before leaving school.

3. If a student leaves school without following the procedure indicated above, it will be treated as an unexcused absence and the student will make up the equivalent amount of time he/she is absent after school on Monday of the following week, with one hour being the minimum amount of time served.

4. SICK ROOM: Any student who is sick during the school day and wishes to use the sick room must also follow this procedure. Students may not report to the sick room without a pass from the teacher whose class or study hall they are missing. This pass will inform the secretary that the student's teacher is aware of the absence. If a student needs to be in the sick room for more than one class period, arrangements should be made (if possible) for the student to go home.

5. Exceptions to the above procedures include times when students need to leave campus for Career Academy classes, work release, school-to-work, for scheduled peer-helper responsibilities, or when a teacher authorizes leaving campus for classroom purposes.

TARDY POLICY

1. Tardy is defined as not being in one's assigned room by the time the bell stops ringing. A student is not to run in the halls or classroom to avoid being late. Unexcused tardiness will result in a noon detention. A student who is late to homeroom or chapel will also receive a detention.

2. Students who have a valid reason for being tardy to class must obtain a signed slip from the instructor causing the tardiness. Other reasons for tardiness must be given to the assistant principal within 24 hours or it will not be excused.

3. A student is allowed three tardy detentions within a school year that result in a noon detention. The fourth tardy and any subsequent tardy will result in a Monday after-school detention. Excessive tardiness may result in other forms of discipline beyond detentions.

REGULATIONS REGARDING DETENTIONS

1. Noon detentions are normally served at 11:58 - 12:15 on Mon, Wed, & Fri in Room 114. This is typically during the IMs time period. 2. Students are required to study. No food or drink is allowed in detention. 3. Detention is to have precedence over everything else, including IMs. 4. Tardiness in arriving at detention: a. If less than five minutes late, the student will be required to serve that detention plus an additional one. If more than five minutes late, the student is considered absent and will serve the next two noon detentions. b. If a detention is missed altogether, the student will serve two detentions.

5. After-school detentions are served on Mondays for one hour in a room that will be designated during the announcements. A student may have an after-school detention postponed a week if he/she would miss a game or meet, but not for a practice session.

6. The assistant principal shall inform the parents by letter, e-mail, or phone call whenever a student receives an after-school detention for an unexcused absence or for leaving campus without prior permission. A student will be allowed up to six hours of after-school detentions. The next and subsequent occasions will result in a one-day in-school suspension, to take place the day after it is determined that a violation has occurred. After two in-school suspensions have been served, a subsequent violation will result in an out-of-school suspension and return to school may occur only after the parents and student have met with members of the Education Committee.

7. A teacher may issue behavioral detentions when a student does not respond to other forms of correction in class. Teachers are not to use a behavioral detention as the initial corrective response. Behavioral detentions may be served during the scheduled after-school detention period on Monday or at the discretion of the teacher issuing the detention. The teacher issuing the detention will monitor detentions not served during the scheduled Monday detentions.

PARTICIPATION IN EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES WHEN ABSENT

Students are required to be in attendance no fewer than four periods on the day of an extra-curricular activity in order to practice or participate in that activity, unless prior official permission to be absent, due to special circumstances, has been granted by the principal or assistant principal. This permission must be granted prior to the activity, not after the fact.

STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES

POLICY ON PARTICIPATION IN EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES (Academic Eligibility) 1. The following activities will be considered extra-curricular: forensics, band, choir, school plays, drill team, cheer leading, student managers, and athletics. 2. A student must pass all subjects to be eligible for extra-curricular activities. 3. If a student receives a failing grade in any course for a quarterly marking period, a two-week ineligibility period will take place, starting on the day that final grades are due to be posted by the teachers. This ineligibility period may continue beyond the minimum two weeks if the grade in the failed course has not reached the passing mark. 4. A student failing a course for a semester will be ineligible for two weeks or until he/she is passing all courses (whichever comes last). Also, see #10 below. 5. A student failing a course in the 4th quarter who participates in a summer extra-curricular activity will be ineligible for the minimum two weeks. Parent/Student Handbook 2015-2016 12

6. Any incomplete that becomes a failing grade will result in two weeks ineligibility beginning from the time the failing grade is issued. 7. During the ineligibility period the student may practice but may not perform in any activities. 8. Students who do not have an incomplete for quarterly grades made up within two weeks after the end of the quarter shall be ineligible to participate in extra-curricular activities. 9. The faculty has discretion to restrict a student's participation in any extra-curricular activities for valid reasons. 10. According to state athletic, music and speech association regulations, semester failures will lead to ineligibility for 30 consecutive calendar days in the next athletic, music or speech extra- curricular activity the student is involved in.

GUIDANCE AND OFFICE RECORDS Each student will be assigned a homeroom teacher who will remain as their adviser during their four years here. The student may desire to discuss such problems as courses, scheduling, class problems, and personal problems. If you need special help in a certain subject, please see that teacher. The office files contain an individual permanent record on each student. It includes the final grades of each subject taken from grades 9-12. The student's rank in class and academic average is stated on the permanent folders. They also include the scores of various tests which are taken and the total absences for each semester. All matters of discipline of major consequence are included. All information for prospective employers and information requested by colleges are taken from these records.

COUNSELOR We have a counselor who is available at most times to everyone. He can be of real help in assisting students in solving personal problems, helping students seek outside counseling if desired, discussing plans for further schooling, and discussing future career opportunities. He can also give you information about colleges and college requirements. Scholarship programs, armed services test programs, and test results are also available. It is recommended that students become acquainted with him in order to acquaint him with their interests, abilities and future plans. Be sure to make use of this personal service. Any student may see the counselor during any of their study halls. If the door is closed, counseling is in session. However, students are invited to make an appointment for a later period.

WORK RELEASE At the request of parents and subject to the Assistant-Principal's approval, seniors may be allowed to leave school during 8th or 7th/8th period study halls to work. The student must complete a form signed by parents, employer, and student before such permission to work is granted. This permission to work will be withdrawn if the student does not maintain passing grades in all of his subjects. Work release is NOT permitted when the student is involved in an extracurricular activity that involves practice after school, or when it cannot work with the student’s academic schedule.

SCHOOL-TO-WORK PROGRAM During the senior year, students may be involved in the School-To-Work Program. The program is offered both semesters. It will involve students in a paid work experience only at those local businesses that are part of the program. Students will receive a semester course credit, and they must still be in four other classes. The purpose of the program is to provide students with work experiences in areas of their career interests. This course also includes occasional before-school class-time meetings as arranged by the instructor

MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS

VISITORS A student who plans to have a visitor come to school with them for a day should speak with the assistant principal prior to the day of the visit, and then obtain a visitor pass from him on the morning of the visit.

SCHOOL PHONE Students will not be called to the phone during class periods except for emergencies. Please inform your parents and acquaintances of this rule and discourage calls during school time. The student phone is located in the hall across from the main office. The office phone is not for students' use, except for urgent long distance calls. (See also the school’s cell phone policy, page 14.)

PHOTOCOPIES & CHANGE

The office will only photocopy notes for students if they have missed school due to sickness for an extended period of time. The cost is $.10 per side. Other photocopy needs should be done elsewhere after school hours. Change for cookies, pop, or candy will not be made in the office. Bring your own change to school for these purchases.

MORNING BREAK A nine-minute period is set aside immediately following chapel or second period for a snack. Students are expected to put all refuse in the trash containers.

CAFETERIA/LUNCH TIME Students should eat their noon meals in the commons, even if they take a bag lunch from home. Students are not allowed to have food delivered to the school from local restaurants, nor are they allowed to leave campus for lunch unless it is with a teacher-sponsored class or activity outing. Parents should not excuse students to leave for lunch unless it is for a rare and special occasion.

LOST AND FOUND Those finding articles on the school premises should take them to the office. Those losing items should apply to the office for help in recovering them.

SNOW DAYS During bad weather in the winter, school closings will be announced on most local radio and TV stations. We will also be using the Iowa School Alerts and our own PC Eagles Text Club. We would appreciate having parents call school during the school day if they feel their children should return home due to adverse weather conditions.

ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATIONS TO STUDENTS Students may be required to take medication during the school day. Medication shall be administered only by the school office. No medication will be administered without written authorization from the parent and the student's physician. The school office is not permitted to distribute aspirin or Tylenol without parental authorization.

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY The school shall not be liable for personal injuries caused by malicious acts of any student.

PARTIES School Parties: All parties & class or school events should be planned with the class sponsors or Student Council. Dates of parties should be cleared with the office. All student parties or other events are to be chaperoned by a member of the faculty. Parties should end at 10:00 p.m. on school nights and 10:30 on Friday nights. The use of the building during the evening requires a faculty sponsor.

Parent Sponsored Parties: Social Activities are an important part of the life of young people. In addition to school social activities parents may also sponsor social activities. Pella Christian High School respects the right of parents to sponsor social activities, but requests careful attention to the following guidelines: 1. Adequate parent chaperones be available. 2. All school regulations on drinking, smoking and drugs be enforced. 3. Parent sponsored activities should be scheduled so as to avoid conflict with PCHS sponsored activities. 4. Careful screening of music and lyrics should be exercised. 5. Subject to administration approval, parent sponsored activities may be advertised on a specifically designated bulletin board when the activity includes all students of the school or all students of a particular grade level. Posters must identify the sponsoring parents.

CELL PHONES Students may carry cell phones but must have them turned off and put away during all scheduled class and study hall periods.

Students may use their cell phones at any time between classes or during morning break and noon hour but ONLY in the hallways or in designated outside areas. Students may never use phones in classrooms, in study hall, or in the auditorium. Cell phones must be turned off and put away in these areas at all times. Students are discouraged from using their cell phones in the gym or in the cafeteria/commons. Students are not permitted to recharge their cell phones at school.

Violations of the above policy (including accidental phone ringing during class) will result in the following consequences: Violations 1-2 = Cell phone taken and returned after 24 hours.*^ Violations 3-4 = Cell phone taken and returned after 3 days.*^ Violations 5-6 = Cell phones taken and returned (to parents) after 1 calendar week.* Violation 7+ = Loss of all cell phone use privileges. * = If using phone after tardy bell will also include a tardy. ^ = If includes a Friday, cell phone will be kept over weekend.

MP3/iPod POLICY (Approved by school board March 2008) MP3/iPods and the iPad when not used for schoolwork may be allowed for listening to music at PCHS during study halls only.

Policy Regulations: 1. No cell phones may be used (even if they can play music). 2. No music videos, nor playing games. 3. Device cannot be shared with another person. 4. Music must not be audible to others. 5. Student must be able to hear the teacher or any announcements. 6. Player must be turned off a. until after morning devotions (1st period) b. until after the morning announcements are read (4th period) c. at end of the period for prayer (4th and 8th periods) 7. Students are encouraged to listen to appropriate music for Christian teens. 8. They may not be used anywhere else in the building during the school day, nor during break. Before 8:20 and after 3:20, they are permitted; otherwise, in study halls ONLY.

Violation Consequences 1. Any violation of the above regulations will result in the same consequences as for cell phone violations (listed above).

NUISANCE ITEMS Students are not permitted to have radios, Gameboys, and other similar nuisance items at school. Violators will have the item(s) confiscated and may receive an after-school detention.

DISCIPLINE CONCERNS

GOOD CONDUCT POLICY (Approved by School Board, May 10, 2004)

“No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.” Hebrews 12:11

Hebrews 12 makes it very clear to us that God disciplines his children in love and because of love. Although our motivation for discipline here at Pella Christian High School (PCHS) is the same, our imperfection hinders us from carrying out discipline in the same perfect manner as our heavenly father. Nonetheless we will attempt to discipline in the context of Christian love and for the betterment of the individual student(s) as well as the rest of the PCHS community.

The following policy is for all of our students because we are equally concerned for all students and want to hold them all to a very high moral, ethical, and behavioral standard. However, students who participate in extra-curricular and co-curricular activities serve as ambassadors of PCHS throughout the calendar year. Participating in such activities is a privilege, conditioned not only by meeting board approved academic criteria, but also by demonstrating lawful and appropriate conduct. Therefore additional disciplinary action (i.e. eligibility & participation restrictions) for violations of this policy by participating students should be expected. Any violation of school policy made evident through on-line personal pages (i.e. Facebook, MySpace) shall also be dealt with under this policy. The Good Conduct Parent/Student Handbook 2015-2016 15

Policy shall be in effect for the entire calendar year (365 days) both during the regular school year as well as all vacation periods.

It is a violation of the PCHS Good Conduct Rule to: 1. Possess and/or consume alcoholic beverages. 2. Possess and/or use controlled substances, including look-alikes or copycats. 3. Possess and/or use tobacco (in any form), including look-alikes or copycats. 4. Engage in promiscuous sexual activity (see separate policy – p. 20)) 5. Commit any act that constitutes the commission of a crime under any governmental law or ordinance (excluding minor traffic violations). 6. Be found guilty of severe academic dishonesty (see separate policy – p. 19) 7. Harassment (any type = includes bullying) 8. Behavior of a kind considered a violation of the Good Conduct by the administration and/or the Education Committee.

A student will be found to be in violation of PCHS’ Good Conduct Policy: *if the violation is observed by a staff member or law enforcement official *the student self-reports or admits the violation *the violation is supported by a preponderance of the evidence. The disciplinary steps which will guide the Administration, Education Committee, and Board are:

First High School Offense All students:  Six week probation-suspended from “all-school” sponsored events that fall within said suspension period (i.e. banquets, parties, trips, etc.)  If alcohol or drug violation, student will undergo an assessment by an agency approved by PCHS.  Any community service hours assigned shall be completed here at PCHS (if possible). Extra-curricular participants:  Suspended from competition for 50% of current or next activity season (athletics = including cheerleaders, drill team, managers, statisticians) Student must have participated in previous year’s sport in order to “count” next sport as a legitimate activity in which to be declared ineligible.  Suspended from next (2) Fine Arts Events A student who self-reports or admits his/her Good Conduct violation in a good faith and honest manner prior to being confronted or prior to the school administration being made aware of facts specific to the incident, may receive a reduction in the suspension from six weeks to three weeks and reduction in competition suspension from 50% to 25%. Fine Arts participants will miss next (1) event.

Cost for assessment and/or counseling will be the responsibility of the student and/or parent(s).

Second High School Offense All students:  Nine week probation-suspended from “all-school” sponsored events that fall within said suspension period (i.e. banquets, parties, trips, etc.)  If 2nd alcohol or drug violation, student will undergo an assessment by an agency approved by PCHS. Physical test may also be required.  Any community service hours assigned shall be completed here at PCHS (if possible). Extra-curricular participants:  Suspended from competition for 100% of current or next activity season (athletics = including cheerleaders, drill team, managers, statisticians) Student must have participated in previous year’s sport in order to “count” next sport as a legitimate activity in which to be declared ineligible.  Suspended from next (4) Fine Arts Events

A student who self-reports or admits his/her Good Conduct violation in a good faith and honest manner prior to being confronted or prior to the school administration being made aware of facts specific to the incident, may receive a reduction in the suspension from nine weeks to six weeks and reduction in competition suspension from 100% to 50%. Fine Arts participants will be required to miss next (2) events.

Cost for assessment, physical tests, and/or counseling will be the responsibility of the student and/or parent(s).

Third High School Offense All students:  Three day in school suspension with re-admittance only after a meeting with student, parent(s) and Education Committee.  Twelve week probation-suspended from “all-school” sponsored events that fall within said suspension period (i.e. banquets, parties, trips, etc.)  If 3rd alcohol or drug violation, student will enter and successfully complete a substance abuse program by an agency approved by PCHS. Initial and subsequent physical tests may be required.  Any community service hours assigned shall be completed here at PCHS (if possible).

Extra-curricular participants:  Suspended from competition for one calendar year (athletics = including cheerleaders, drill team, managers, statisticians)  Suspended from next Fine Arts Event performances for one calendar year.

A student who self-reports or admits his/her Good Conduct violation in a good faith and honest manner prior to being confronted or prior to the school administration being made aware of facts specific to the incident, may receive a reduction in the suspension from twelve weeks to nine weeks and reduction in competition suspension or Fine Arts performance from one calendar year to remainder of current school year (including summer sports / activities).

Cost for assessment, physical tests, treatment program(s), and/or counseling will be the responsibility of the student and/or parent(s).

Fourth High School Offense All students:  Expulsion from school with readmission possible only after appeal made by parents (see appeal process at end of policy)  Remainder of year probation (if readmitted = suspended from “all-school” sponsored events for remainder of year (i.e. banquets, parties, trips, etc.) )  If 4th alcohol or drug violation, student will enter and successfully complete a substance abuse program by an agency approved by PCHS. Initial and subsequent physical tests may be required.  Any community service hours assigned shall be completed here at PCHS (if possible). Extra-curricular participants:  Suspended from competition for remainder of high school (athletics = including cheerleaders, drill team, managers, statisticians)  Suspended from Fine Arts Event performances for remainder of high school.

A student who self-reports or admits his/her Good Conduct violation in a good faith and honest manner prior to being confronted or prior to the school administration being made aware of facts specific to the incident, may prevent expulsion. Participation in extra-curricular and co-curricular activities will still be suspended.

Cost for assessment, physical tests, treatment program(s), and/or counseling will be the responsibility of the student and/or parent(s).

Information concerning this policy

Approved Counseling Agencies: State-certified addiction counselors should be used for assessments. Approval of said agency should be obtained from the Administrator prior to any sessions.

Substance Abuse Assessment: Assessments consist of one or more interviews with the student and the administration of standardized psychiatric and personality tests. Typically, some communication concerning the reasons for requiring an assessment, etc. will take place between the school and the agency. The purpose of the assessment is to use third parties to assist parents and the school in determining what further actions or treatment may be needed to keep the student from continuing the use of alcohol or drugs.

Confidentiality: Reports concerning assessments, physical testing, and treatment programs will be kept confidential. Members of the Education Committee and/or the Executive Committee may become aware of some of the information while dealing with students under this policy. However, such information will be treated as confidential.

Possession: Possession is considered to exist if a student: a) is aware of the presence of alcohol or controlled substance, and b) is in the proximity or has access to the alcohol or controlled substance, and c) fails to remove himself/herself from the premises immediately.

Self-Reporting: Students are encouraged to report any violation of the Good Conduct Policy. State law requires that the school be informed by local enforcement agencies of any cases where juveniles are apprehended. However, reports by enforcement agencies do not always occur immediately after such incidents. Therefore, it is in the student's best interest to self-report a violation promptly.

Athletic practice during ineligibility periods: Students who are ineligible for competition and performances are expected to practice with the team (pending approval from the coach/sponsor), athletes will be expected to sit on bench (not in uniform) for all contests during period of ineligibility (students shall not be allowed to leave school early to travel with team).

Procedure for Determination and Appeals of Suspension or Expulsion

The Principal, upon receipt of knowledge (including self-reporting) of a violation of the Good Conduct Policy, shall meet with the student to determine the appropriate discipline steps that will be followed. The discipline procedure will also be communicated to the parent(s) via both a phone/personal conversation and a written letter.

Appeals for suspensions (from school or participation) and/or expulsion shall follow the following procedures: 1. If a student and his/her parent(s) wish to appeal the decision, the request for such appeal must be received by the Principal, in writing (stating rationale for appeal), within seven days of the date on which the student was expelled or suspended. 2. The Principal will assemble the Education Committee with 10 days following the date that the appeal was received. 3. The Education Committee will consider the circumstances and evidence of the case as well as the rationale for the appeal and make a decision. The student and/or parent(s)will be given the opportunity to appear before the committee. 4. In the event that the original decision was made by the Education Committee or that the Education Committee does not change the appealed decision, the student and parent(s) may appeal to the Executive Committee of the school board. 5. Appeals to the Executive Committee must be made, in writing, within seven days of the decision and will be reviewed and a decision made with seven days following the receipt of the written appeal. The student and/or parent(s)will be given the opportunity to appear before the committee. 6. The decision of the Executive Committee is final and will be communicated to the parent(s) via a personal/phone conversation and a written letter from a board representative. 7. During the appeal process the student will be ineligible to participate in any extra-curricular or co-curricular activities.

DRESS CODE POLICY (Board approved – May, 2009)

Romans 12:1-2 Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God—this is your spiritual act of worship. Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—His good, pleasing and perfect will.” Our appearance, like all of life, must honor God. As adults dress appropriately for their jobs, students should dress suitably for school. Clothing, hairstyle, and general appearance should contribute to a healthy academic environment. We desire for our students to be attractive but not an attraction or distraction. Moderation and modesty are virtues that should be obvious in our school. The dress code standard is not intended to measure spirituality but rather to serve as a tool in fostering the academic and character development of the students as they prepare for life-long Christian service here at Pella Christian High School. Christian students should remember the central truth that we need to conduct ourselves in a way that pleases God and which glorifies the name of the Lord Jesus Christ (2 Thes.1:11- 12). A biblical approach to the dress policy is one which will neither be burdensome or legalistic. A reasonable dress code should not frustrate the students who must abide by it or the faculty and administrators who must enforce it. It is ultimately a matter of the heart. Parent/Student Handbook 2015-2016 18

Guidelines include: Hair should be of a natural color (including highlights) and should be of appropriate length and style (no mohawks or other styles that would call undue attention to oneself.) No hats, caps, stocking hats, head coverings, visors during school hours.

Boys/Girls: Shirt(s) and/or dresses must have a sleeve of some form and must be long enough to be tucked in. (No skin showing while standing or seated – either bare back or bare midriff). The neckline is to be no lower than 1 inch below the collarbone and no cleavage shown at any time. Sweatshirts and T-shirts are permitted that promote PCHS school spirit, favorite sports, teams and/or sportswear, favorite colleges or universities, Christian camps and activities. Not permitted is clothing with logos or wording that promote alcohol, drugs, tobacco products, secular rock groups, or is suggestive of a non-Christian attitude or behavior.

Boys/Girls: Pants must be dress pants (khakis, dockers style) or blue jeans. No holes of any size are allowed. Shorts must be knee length or longer and must have a hem. Waistline of pants/jeans/shorts must be worn on or above the hips. Undergarments must never be visible. Not permitted are pajama pants, fleece sweat pants (sweatshirt material) or pants/shorts that are too tight or have wording on the backside. Girls: Skirts or dresses must be knee length or longer. There should be no slits in dresses/skirts that extend above the knee. Leggings may be worn under skirts or dresses that are knee length or longer.

Shoes/sandals must be worn at all times in the school building(s) and during school hours. No slippers allowed. No visible body piercings (except ears). No visible tattoos.

Violations/Consequences: (start over each semester).

1st offense – change immediately or wear school provided clothing, noon detention, notify parents. 2nd offense – change immediately or wear school provided clothing, after school detention, notify parents. 3rd offense – change immediately or wear school provided clothing, In-school suspension (one day) notify parents. 4th offense – In-school suspension until parent can pickup student. Student will remain in ISS daily until parent & student meets with the education committee.

SCHOOL NETWORK AND INTERNET POLICY - see pceagles.org (Technology/1:1 tabs) for complete policy and regulations

Students are responsible for good behavior on the school computer network just as they are in a classroom or a school hallway. Communications on the network are often public in nature. General school rules for behavior and communications apply. Access is a privilege – not a right. We expect our students to use technology with discernment and integrity. Network storage areas may be treated like school lockers. Network administrators may review files and communications to maintain system integrity and insure that users are using the system responsibly. Users should not expect that files stored on the network server would always be private. iPad Care

Students will be responsible for maintaining their iPads and keeping them in good working order:  iPad batteries must be charged and ready for school each day; but no charging iPads in school.  Only labels or stickers approved by PCHS may be applied to the iPad.  iPad cases furnished by PCHS must be returned with only normal wear and no alterations to avoid paying a replacement fee.  iPads that malfunction or are damaged must be reported to tech support as soon as possible. Cost of repair: 1st Occurrence: $50, 2nd Occurrence: $100, 3rd Occurrence: Cost of Apple repair/replacement  iPads that are stolen must be reported immediately to the PCHS Office.

Student Discipline The following are considered misuse of the iPad and will be a Level One offense: Not having iPad at school or charged for class Leaving iPad anywhere in school Using the iPad for non-academic uses during class iPad not in case or in an unapproved case any violation of the above iPad Care rules

The prohibited items listed below are considered abuse of the iPad and will be a Level Two offense:  Illegal installation or transmission of copyrighted materials  Any action that violates existing Board policy or public law  Sending, accessing, uploading, downloading, or distributing offensive, profane, threatening, pornographic, obscene, or sexually explicit materials  Use of chat rooms or websites selling term papers, book reports, and other forms of student work  Messaging services (i.e., MSN Messenger, ICQ, etc.)  Games, except those authorized by staff  Use of outside data disks or external attachments without prior approval from tech support  Changing of iPad settings (exceptions include personal settings such as font size, brightness, etc.)  Spamming/sending mass or inappropriate emails  Gaining access to other student accounts, files, and/or data  Use of the school’s Internet/email accounts for financial or commercial gain or for any illegal activity  Use of anonymous and/or false communications  Vandalism (any malicious attempt to harm or destroy hardware, software or data, including, but not limited to, the uploading or creation of computer viruses or computer programs that can infiltrate computer systems and/or damage software components) of school equipment  Transmission or accessing materials that are obscene, offensive, threatening or otherwise intended to harass or demean recipients  Bypassing the PCHS web filter through a web proxy  Taking photos or video of other students, staff or anyone without their permission. The possession, forwarding, or uploading of unauthorized photos or video to any website, network storage area, or person is strictly forbidden. Photos and video taken with the iPad are for educational purposes only

If a student violates any part of the above policy, he/she will be put on the following disciplinary steps:  Level One Offense – Student will receive a noon detention. (These can accumulate as tardy detentions: after 3 violations in a given year, they become after-school detentions, and the student’s iPad will have the App Store removed.)  Level Two Offense – Student will receive an after school detention, and will lose the privilege of taking home the iPad for one week.  2nd Level Two Offense – Student will lose iPad privileges for a length of time determined by the administration. ACADEMIC HONESTY POLICY (Board approved in 2007)

Pella Christian High School’s goal of preparing students for responsible citizenship in God’s kingdom naturally requires high standards in ethical behavior and academic work. God calls us to honesty and any form of cheating is displeasing to God. In addition, plagiarism and cheating diminish the quality of the educational experience for all and reduce the value of honestly earned grades. As we seek to honor Him in all that we do, we adhere to the guidelines of this policy.

Definition: Both cheating and plagiarism are forms of dishonesty as they are using someone else’s work without permission and claiming it as one’s own. This policy includes, but is not limited to the following actions:  misrepresenting someone else’s work as your own  copying words or ideas from someone else without giving credit  presenting a direct quote as a paraphrase or not giving credit to a direct quote or paraphrase  giving incorrect information about the source or quotation  changing words but copying the basic structure of a source without giving credit  copying so many words or ideas from a source that it makes up the majority of your work, whether you give credit or not  copying of another’s answers on a test, the use of crib notes during a test, the copying of someone’s homework assignment, or the sharing of information to obtain or give an unfair advantage on a test. Responsibility: Students:  Complete their own work: tests, quizzes, projects, reports, homework assignments, essays, papers, and in-class assignments.  Acknowledge contributions of others when they collaborate, or use other sources of information.  Do not participate in other students’ academic dishonesty. Teachers:  Review this policy with students in each class at the beginning of each course, providing Parent/Student Handbook 2015-2016 20

examples of appropriate and inappropriate behavior.  Design assignments, tests, and classroom layout creatively in order to discourage dishonesty.  Provide correct citation methods for outside sources and stress the importance of individual thought and productivity.  Process all cases of academic dishonesty with the individual students, with the parents, and report incidents to the assistant principal for appropriate record-keeping. Consequences:  Dishonesty on a daily assignment, test or exam will result in a zero for that assignment, test or exam. Parents and administration will be notified by the teacher.  Dishonesty on a semester project will result in a zero for the project and will be a first offense in the good conduct policy as severe academic dishonesty.  A second offense on a daily assignment, test or exam will again be a zero but also a first offense in the good conduct policy as severe academic dishonesty. Parents (phone call by teacher and letter from principal) will be notified.  A third offense on a daily assignment, test or exam or the second offense on a semester project will result in a second offense in the good conduct policy. Parents (phone call by teacher and letter from principal) will be notified.  A fourth offense on a daily assignment, test or exam or third offense on a semester project will result in a third offense in the good conduct policy. Parents (phone call by teacher and letter from principal) will be notified.  A fifth offense on a daily assignment, test or exam or fourth offense on a semester project will result in a fourth offense in the good conduct policy. Parents (phone call and letter from principal) will be notified.  Note: Academic Dishonesty Offenses are cumulative for each individual year and may be a combination of more than one class in a given year. Good Conduct Policy offenses are cumulative throughout each individual student’s high school career.

WEAPONS POLICY (and Other Dangerous Items) The Board believes weapons and other dangerous objects and look-alikes in school facilities cause material and substantial disruption to the school environment or present a threat to the health and safety of students, employees and visitors on the school premises. School facilities are not an appropriate place for weapons or dangerous objects and look-alikes. Weapons and other dangerous objects and look-alikes shall be taken from students and others who bring them onto the school property or from students who are within the control of the school. Parents of students found to possess weapons or dangerous objects or look-alikes on school property shall be notified of the incident. Confiscation of weapons or dangerous objects shall be reported to the law enforcement officials, and students will be subject to disciplinary action including suspension or expulsion. Students bringing firearms to school or knowingly possessing firearms at school shall be expelled for not less than one year. Students bringing to school or possessing dangerous weapons, including firearms, will be referred to law enforcement authorities. The principal shall have the authority to recommend this expulsion requirement be modified for students on a case-by-case basis.

Also, any student in possession of or discharging firecrackers, smoke bombs, or lighting fires, etc. may be expelled from school.

INTIMACY/PREGNANCY POLICY Principles a. Public Displays of Affection Feelings of affection for someone of the opposite sex are a natural part of the courtship/dating process. Physical contact at school however is not appropriate and will be discouraged. This policy is NOT limited to just those students who are in a dating relationship.

b. Acts of Intimacy Sexual intimacy, according to the teachings of the Bible, is one of God’s gifts and is to be kept within the bounds of marriage. Outside of marriage, such intimacy is a lapse of Christian conduct, and will be addressed with the same disciplinary approaches presented above which address other lapses in Christian behavior.

c. Conception & Parenthood Life, both before and after birth, is a gift from God that must be treasured and nourished. Parenthood is one of God’s greatest gifts in life; after conception, a new life has come into the world, and our lives can never be the same. Parenthood is also life’s greatest challenge; it calls for every effort to prepare for fatherhood and motherhood, and for Parent/Student Handbook 2015-2016 21

continued self-sacrificial attention in response to its calling. This policy applies to both father and mother enrolled at PCHS.

1.) Because such life must be treasured, school personnel will provide an atmosphere of support, love, and concern. Because so many factors enter into a discernment about God’s leading, the administration will pursue disciplinary discussions, as appropriate, with parents/students, grandparents, clergy, counselors, and agencies such as Bethany Christian Services.

2.) Because such life must be nourished, the parents/students will be expected to devote extra time to prepare for and respond to the demands of Christian parenthood. Such efforts and responsibilities will be taken into account as adjustments of school duties and activities will be made.

d. The parents/students will be encouraged to complete their education at PCHS, provided that the parents/students exhibit a commitment to a Christian lifestyle consistent with this privilege.

Guidelines for a Disciplinary Response

a. Health and Safety Issues The safety of the mother and (unborn) child will be acknowledged in all the decisions of the school regarding curricular and extra-curricular activities. Children are not to be taken to school during school hours or to activity meetings or practice sessions.

b. Living Arrangements The students must live with parent(s) or guardians(s), or in a home approved by parent(s) or guardians(s). The school may deny continued enrollment to a parent/student whose living arrangements are, in the judgment of the Education Committee, inconsistent with a Christian lifestyle. c. Curricular Responsibilities The course load may be adjusted to acknowledge the additional responsibilities on the part of the parents/students. Final approval of this adjustment will be made by the Education Committee. Absence from school after delivery may continue up to 6 weeks; exceptions require a letter from the attending physician.

d. Extracurricular Activities The extracurricular activities of the parents/students shall be restricted to practices and other activities of school groups without participation in interscholastic performances. This restriction shall be in place for the duration of the pregnancy.

PUBLIC CONDUCT AT SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

School sponsored or approved activities are an important part of the school program and offer students the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities not offered during the regular school day. School sponsored or approved activities are provided for the enjoyment and opportunity for the involvement they afford the students.

Spectators are permitted to attend school sponsored or approved activities only as guests of the school and, accordingly, as a condition of such permission, they must comply with the school’s rules and policies. Spectators will not be allowed to interfere with the enjoyment of the students participating, other spectators, or with the performance of employees and officials supervising the school sponsored or approved activity. Spectators, like the student participants, are expected to display mature behavior and sportsmanship. The failure of spectators to do so is not only disruptive but embarrassing to the students, school, and the entire community.

To protect the rights of students to participate without fear of interference and to permit the sponsors and officials of sponsored or approved activities to perform their duties without interference, the following provisions are in effect:

1. Abusive verbal or physical conduct of spectators directed at participants, officials, or sponsors of sponsored or approved activities or at other spectators will not be tolerated.

2. Verbal or physical conduct of spectators that interferes with the performance of students, officials, or sponsors of sponsored or approved activities will not be tolerated.

3. The use of vulgar, obscene, or demeaning expression directed at students, officials, or sponsors participating in a sponsored or approved activity or at other spectators will not be tolerated.

If a spectator at a sponsored or approved activity becomes physically or verbally abusive, uses vulgar, obscene, or demeaning expression, or in any way impedes the performance of an activity, the spectator may be removed from the event by the individual in charge of the event, and the principal may recommend the exclusion of the spectator at future sponsored or approved activities. (The Little Hawkeye Athletic Conference has approved this policy for conference-wide implementation.)

Upon recommendation of the principal, the board shall cause a notice of exclusion from sponsored or approved activities to be sent to the spectator involved. The notice shall advise the spectator of the school’s right to exclude the individual from school activities and events and the duration of the exclusion. If the spectator disobeys the school official or school’s order, law enforcement authorities may be contacted and asked to remove the spectator. If a spectator has been notified of exclusion and thereafter attends a sponsored or approved activity, the spectator shall be advised that his/her attendance will result in prosecution. The school may obtain a court order for permanent exclusion from future school sponsored or approved activities.

HOME SCHOOL POLICY

Pella Christian High School encourages home-schooled students to participate in the programs and classes available to all of our students. We stand ready to offer Biblically based educational help to home school families. Basic Guidelines:

1. Home-schooled students may attend Pella Christian High School as part time students if the class is not already filled to capacity. 2. Home-schooled students will be assessed tuition based on the number of credits taken. A student is considered full-time when enrolled in six credits each semester. The percentage of the tuition that will be assessed per credit taken can be obtained from the principal. Course fees and class dues will be assessed according to the rate that full-time students are assessed. Home-schooled students are not eligible for any financial aid if they register for less than six classes. 3. Home-schooled students enrolled in at least three classes may participate in extra- curricular activities. Fees associated with extra-curricular activities for all students will be assessed home school students. 4. A list of home school courses previously taken must be presented to the school office before the home-schooled student will be considered for admission. The guidance counselor will use this information for proper course and class placement. Class placement will be the decision of the administration of Pella Christian High School after reviewing the records and recommendation of the parents. 5. In order to receive a diploma from Pella Christian High School, the home-schooled student must be enrolled as a full-time student during the entire senior year and must meet the general graduation requirements expected of other transfer students. 6. Home-schooled students must adhere to all rules and regulations as set forth in the Pella Christian High School Parent Student Handbook.

EVALUATION, COURSES, GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS, AWARDS

MARKING SYSTEM The A, B, C, D, F system of marking is used at our school. The grading scale listed here was adopted during the 2010-2011 school year. A = 92-100 Superior D = 60-71 Below average but still passing B = 82-91 Above Average F = Below 60 Failing C = 72-81 Average I = Incomplete The Physical Education, Band, Choir, and School-to-Work grades are included in the GPA.

GRADE POINT AVERAGE SYSTEM This system is used to determine a student's rank within the class: A = 4.00 points B- = 2.67 points D+= 1.33 points Parent/Student Handbook 2015-2016 23

A- = 3.67 points C+ = 2.33 points D = 1.00 points B+ = 3.33 points C = 2.00 points D- = .67 points B = 3.00 points C- = 1.67 points

HONOR ROLL A "B+" average is necessary to be on the honor roll.

DROPPING OR ADDING COURSES In those cases when students are taking more than six subjects, one course may be dropped any time within the first two weeks after the beginning of the semester. Courses dropped thereafter are automatically considered failures. A student who wishes to drop a subject must first obtain permission and signature from parents, the teacher, then the homeroom teacher, and finally the principal. The form to drop or change a course may be obtained in the office. In order to drop a full year elective course at the end of the first semester, a student must use the drop slip method.

STUDENT AWARDS

SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS: a. Scholarship pins are given to the top five scholastic students in each class. b. Academic letters will be given to students who have two consecutive semesters of 3.30 or higher Grade Point Average. A letter, certificate, emblem and a bar will be offered. An academic bar and certificate will be presented for each additional consecutive semester of 3.30 or higher. Any student who is suspended or on probation will not be eligible for a letter for that semester.

ATHLETIC AWARDS: a. Varsity letters are awarded in the following sports: baseball, softball, soccer, cross-country, volleyball, basketball, weightlifting, track, tennis, and golf. b. Cheerleading, drill team, and manager letters are also given.

MUSIC AWARDS: a. John Philip Sousa Band Award b. Senior Choral Award c. Pins and medals are awarded to those who are winners in the state music contests. d. Music letters are also awarded in choir and band on the basis of points accumulated through choir or band membership as well as through participation in All State and Solo and Ensemble Contests.

SPANISH AWARDS: Pins will be earned by the top male and female Spanish students.

JOURNALISM AWARDS: Pins are awarded to editors of the yearbook and school newspaper.

SENIOR AWARDS: a. Paul DeJong Chemistry Scholarship i. John E. VanHaaften Memorial Scholarship b. Sara Braun Memorial Scholarship j. Gene VanWyk Memorial Scholarship c. Citizenship Award k. Judy Zylstra Scholarship d. Layton DeVries Memorial Scholarship l. Gary Vermeer Scholarship e. Kurt Vernooy Memorial Scholarship m. Kenneth Bogaards Business Scholarship f. Laura Gritters Hessing Scholarship n. Harley & Karen VerMeer Scholarship g. Bernie Saggau Award o. Dollars for Scholars Scholarships h. Jan Nikkel Scholarship p. Various college and local scholarships

REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION

Since the 2003-2004 school year, we have been counting each semester in a course as one full credit (rather than 1/2 credit as in the past). The number of credits required for graduation is 46. PE classes will receive full credit. Beginning with the 2013-14 school year, PE credit can be earned (but no grade) through the completion of a credit voucher, which permits other activities to satisfy the PE credit.

All students must take seven subjects a semester, or no more than one study hall in a given semester. Exceptions: freshmen in basketball who may have a second study hall when not in BB season, students who are assigned to the Study Skills room who may have a study hall in addition to that period. Also, seniors who are in STW or Work Release may not be enrolled in seven subjects, and students who are

taking an on-line class may include that class as one of their seven subjects. Work Release seniors must have a minimum of five classes, as well as sufficient credits to meet graduation requirements.

During the freshman and sophomore years, students who are working at least one period per day in the Study Skills Room, will receive a grade and 1/2 credit per semester (max of two credits).

Any junior or senior transfer student lacking a Bible background is required to take New Testament during their first semester (ISP students on a P/F basis). This would serve as a prerequisite for other Bible courses.

The general requirements for all students are as follows: a.Old Testament, New Testament, Christian Doctrine, and at least one choice from the following: Saints & Martyrs, Comparative Religions, or Christian Ethics (4 credits) b.Six credits of mathematics (3 years) c.Six credits of science (3 years) d.Six credits of social studies, including two credits of World History, two credits of US History, one credit of Geography, and one credit of Government e.Six credits of English (3 years) f.Computer Applications (1 credit) g.Personal Finance (1 credit) h.Four credits of PE (Bowling & Trap Shooting will not count for PE credit) i.One credit of Fine Arts (Band, Choir, Drama, or an Art class) j.Ten hours of Christian Service per school year (beginning with 2013-14 school year)

REQUIREMENTS FOR EARLY GRADUATION

A student of Pella Christian High School may be graduated at the end of the first semester of the senior year (seven semesters) provided:

1. All course requirements as stated in the handbook have been met except the student needs to complete only seven semesters of physical education. 2. A formal application is completed and presented to the high school principal by the end of the first semester of the junior year (5th semester). 3. The application is signed by the student, a parent, the guidance counselor, and the high school principal. 4. No student having been given the option of early graduation shall be permitted to participate in any extra-curricular activities (including JSB and the senior class trip) following the completion of the graduation requirements, but upon request may attend formal graduation exercises at the end of the eighth semester. 5. Any student not wishing to attend formal graduation exercises may upon request receive his diploma from the high school principal at the end of the eighth semester. 6. All seniors, whether they complete requirements for graduation at the end of seven semesters or at the end of the regular school year will be ranked together in determining class rank. 7. Proof of graduation will be submitted in writing upon request by the high school principal to any institution of higher learning or prospective employer. 8. Students will be required to pay the full cost of education for their senior year. The class fee will be reduced by 50%. Parents and students are urged to analyze and discuss the possible advantages and disadvantages of early graduation. The ultimate responsibility for this educational decision must be assumed by the parents.

COURSE CREDIT TESTING

1. Purpose: The goal of the course credit testing program is to allow students with special experiences and superior knowledge in a content area to receive credit for a course by taking a comprehensive examination. 2. Limitations a. Testing for course exemptions will be limited to courses which are sequential in nature such as mathematics and foreign language. Departments may discuss with the Curriculum Committee the inclusion of any other courses in this program. b. Testing for course exemptions may be allowed in unique situations where it is clearly advantageous to the student. The conditions "unique" and "advantageous" shall be determined by the principal, Curriculum Committee, and faculty members of the department affected by the possible exemption.

3. Procedure a. Parents of a student desiring a course exemption shall make a written request to the Curriculum Committee of the faculty. This requirement will be waived for a foreign exchange student. b. The Curriculum Committee shall notify the appropriate department and ask teachers to design a comprehensive test covering one semester of the course in question. c. Department faculty shall design a test and schedule a supervised test period with the student. 4. Criteria a. The student shall receive a percentage grade of 90 in order to have passed the comprehensive test. Exemption from a course will be given by the Curriculum Committee upon a review of the test results in consultation with department faculty members. Exemption approval is dependent on both the test results and the Curriculum Committee review. The Committee may recommend the student for the Independent Study program if an exemption is denied. b. If a student receives an exemption from a course, his/her transcript will show a credit for the course but will not show a letter grade which affects the student's GPA.

Pella Christian High Tuition Payment Policy Adopted 5/8/06 - Reviewed 5/11/15

Policy Goal: The goal of this policy is to provide for an orderly flow of tuition revenues for the ongoing operating needs of Pella Christian High.

Policy Purpose: The purpose of this policy is to provide guidance in achieving the goal to the following constituents of Pella Christian High: 1.) Board Finance Committee & Administration: a. To provide direction in the procedures to be followed in the collection of tuition revenues. b. To allow for remedies in the event tuition is not received as agreed. 2.) Parents of Pella Christian High Students: a. To provide a framework for understanding when and how tuition payments are to be made. b. To explain the consequences of failing to remit tuition payments as agreed.

Policy Guiding Principles: 1.) All constituents must always strive to utilize all available options to provide the opportunity for Christian Education to all students and families desiring such opportunity. 2.) Parents are primarily responsible for making the required payments towards the cost of education at Pella Christian High unless other arrangements are made. 3.) Various support options may be available for families needing assistance towards the cost of education. Families in such situations must fill out the appropriate assistance forms and may request a meeting with the finance committee to discuss available options. Such arrangements must be made before the start of any school year. 4.) The administration and finance committee must regularly communicate information about available assistance programs and steps to be taken to apply for the assistance. 5.) Should extenuating circumstances such as unexpected health or employment problems develop for a family all constituents should work toward a solution that will be in the best interest of the student. 6.) Some families opt for payment of their cost of education thru a “covenantal” education plan at their home church. Those plans generally have their own guidelines that may or may not be similar to the guidelines in this plan. 7.) Pella Christian High exists to provide for the education of students and failure to comply with this policy will ultimately be to the detriment of the student.

Tuition Cost and Payment Procedures: 1.) The Pella Christian High Society shall approve of a budget establishing the cost of education for the ensuing year at its annual society meeting. 2.) The cost of education for a child is to be paid by the family in a combination of an enrollment fee and regular tuition payments. 3.) The board shall establish an enrollment fee to be paid at the time a student is enrolled for the ensuing school year. Parent/Student Handbook 2015-2016 26

4.) No student shall be allowed to begin classes until such time as the enrollment fee is paid or written and signed alternative acceptable arrangements have been made for its payment. 5.) The remaining balance of the cost of education is to be divided and paid in nine monthly tuition payments due on the 1st day of each month of the school year September thru May. Statements will be provided each month to a family itemizing the amount of tuition due. 6.) If a family has arranged for an alternative payment plan they must make payments as described and scheduled in that plan. 7.) Failure on the part of a family to make payments as scheduled and agreed will subject them to the remedies described below.

Remedies for non-payment: The following remedies can be avoided if prior written arrangements are made with the finance committee and a signed alternative payment plan is agreed to in advance and is being followed. 1.) An account unpaid for 30 days will receive a notification letter of non-payment. 2.) If an account remains unpaid for 60 days a member of the school finance committee will contact the family to request payment of the unpaid balance and to offer a meeting with the finance committee to make alternative payment arrangements. 3.) If an account remains unpaid for 90 days, a certified letter will be sent demanding payment and advising a family of the ramifications of continued non-payment. Students from that family will be disallowed from participation in all extra-curricular activities until such time as the account is paid current or acceptable written alternative payment arrangements are made. 4.) If an account remains unpaid at the conclusion of a school year students from that family will not be allowed to reenroll for the ensuing school year until such time as the unpaid balance is paid or a written acceptable alternative payment arrangement is made. 5.) Graduation diplomas will not be issued to student’s whose families are delinquent in scheduled payments. 6.) Transcripts or credit transfers will not be released to another school until such time as delinquent amounts are paid in full. 7.) If tuition is not current as of November 1, a student will not be allowed to participate in a Winterim trip. 8.) Students will not be eligible to enroll in dual enrollment classes if their tuition is not current at the time of enrollment.

Policy Variations: The Finance Committee and the Board of Directors must approve any variations or deviations from this policy before they shall be considered approved.

Parent/Student Handbook 2015-2016