Family Handbook 2018 / 2019 School Year [email protected] (407) 900-7708 599 Celebration Place Celebration, FL 34747 Table of Content Head of School Message ............................................................................................................................. 4 2018-2019 Calendar....................................................................................................................................... 5 The Lower School Team .............................................................................................................................. 6 General Philosophy and Purpose of The Lower School ............................................................................. 7 Mission, Vision and Values Mission Statement ...................................................................................... 7 Educational Philosophy, Theory, and Instructional Approach .............................................................. 7 Scripture Focus ........................................................................................................................................ 7 Honor Code .............................................................................................................................................. 7 General Information and Policies ................................................................................................................ 8 1.1 Admissions and Enrollment ............................................................................................................. 8 1.2 Tuition Responsibility ................................................................................................................ 10 1.3 Tuition and Fees ......................................................................................................................... 10 1.4 Tuition Collection ....................................................................................................................... 10 1.5 Student Records ......................................................................................................................... 11 1.6 Report Cards and Progress Reports .......................................................................................... 11 1.7 Communication Procedures ....................................................................................................... 11 1.8 Telephone .................................................................................................................................... 11 1.9 Change of Address or Telephone Number ................................................................................ 11 1.10 Emergency Contact Card ............................................................................................................ 11 1.11 Lost and Found............................................................................................................................ 12 1.12 Visitations to Classrooms ............................................................................................................ 12 1.13 Personal Belongings ................................................................................................................... 12 1.14 Uniform Policy ............................................................................................................................. 12 Information and Policies Related to the MIND (Academics) .................................................................. 16 2.1 Curriculum .................................................................................................................................. 16 2.2 Executive Functions of the Brain .............................................................................................. 16 2.3 Seven Essential Life Skills That Create Exceptional Opportunities for Life ............................. 17 2.4 Assessment ................................................................................................................................. 17 2.5 Instructional Time ...................................................................................................................... 18 2.6 Make-up Work ............................................................................................................................ 18 2.7 Family Work (Homework) ......................................................................................................... 18 2.8 Grading Scales ............................................................................................................................ 19 2.9 Field Trips ................................................................................................................................... 19 2.10 Technology: Acceptable Use Policy .......................................................................................... 20 Information and Policies Related to BODY (Health and Safety) ............................................................. 22 3.1 Lower School Hours ................................................................................................................... 22 3.2 Attendance Policies ................................................................................................................... 22 3.3 Arrival and Dismissal Procedures .............................................................................................. 22 3.4 Tardies ........................................................................................................................................ 23 3.5 Early Pick-Up ............................................................................................................................... 23 3.6 Absences .................................................................................................................................... 23 3.7 Pre-Excused Absences ............................................................................................................... 24 3.8 Excessive Absences ................................................................................................................... 24 3.9 Supervision ................................................................................................................................. 24 3.10 After Care/Wrap Care ................................................................................................................. 24 3.11 School Meals .............................................................................................................................. 24 3.12 Nutritional Environment and Celebrations ............................................................................... 25 Page 2 3.13 Health Services ........................................................................................................................... 26 3.14 Medication Policy ....................................................................................................................... 28 3.15 Accidents at School .................................................................................................................... 29 3.16 Child Abuse Reporting ............................................................................................................... 29 Information and Policies Related to the SPIRIT (Relationships with Others) ......................................... 31 4.1 Home/School Communication ................................................................................................... 31 4.2 Conferences ............................................................................................................................... 32 4.3 Chapels ....................................................................................................................................... 32 4.4 Parent Association ..................................................................................................................... 32 4.5 Volunteering ............................................................................................................................... 33 4.6 Background Checks ................................................................................................................... 35 4.7 Code of Conduct ........................................................................................................................ 35 4.8 Discipline Procedures................................................................................................................. 35 4.9 Intimidation, Threats, and Harassment .................................................................................... 36 4.10 Playgrounds and Gardens .......................................................................................................... 36 4.11 Cell Phone Policy ........................................................................................................................ 36 4.12 Clean and Healthy Campus ........................................................................................................ 36 Page 3 Head of School Message Dear Parents and Students, Welcome to The Lower School, where our goal is to create exceptional opportunities for life! What an incredible time as we begin this new school year. Our team is excited to deepen our relationship with your family as we work together to grow holistically this year. Part of our commitment to working together