TO THE STUDENTS AND PARENTS OF THE

The mission of the Christian Academy of Carrollton is to provide a biblically-based, Christ-centered learning environment, which promotes spiritual maturity, academic excellence, and personal growth, ministering to the whole child.

Welcome to the CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF CARROLLTON! We trust your association with our school will be an enjoyable and profitable experience.

This handbook contains information that will help you understand our program. In it are many school policies with which you should become familiar. Both parents and students have many responsibilities. Understanding these responsibilities and cooperating is very important.

PARENTS ARE ASKED TO READ THIS ENTIRE HANDBOOK AND TO PRESERVE IT FOR FUTURE REFERENCES REGARDING CAC POLICIES THROUGHOUT THE SCHOOL YEAR. It may, also, be used as a source of information when discussing CAC with others who may be interested.

ESSENTIALS OF FAITH

All scripture is self-attesting, and being truth, requires our unreserved submission in all areas of life to the authority of the infallible Word of God, as written in the sixty-six books of the Old and New Testaments–unified witness to God’s redemptive acts culminating in the incarnation of the Living Word, The Lord Jesus Christ. The Bible, uniquely and fully inspired by the Holy Spirit, is the supreme and final authority in all matters on which it speaks.

On this foundation we affirm the following as essentials of our faith.

1) We believe in one God, the sovereign Creator and sustained of all things, infinitely perfect and eternally existing in three persons’ Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

2) Jesus Christ, the Living Word, became flesh through His miraculous conception by the Holy Spirit and His virgin birth. He who is true God became true man united in one Person forever. He died on the cross, a sacrifice for our sins, according to the Scriptures. On the third day He arose bodily from the dead. He ascended into heaven, where, at the right hand of the Majesty on High, He now is our High Priest and Mediator. The Holy Spirit has come to glorify Christ and to apply the saving work of Christ to our hearts. He convicts of sin and draws us to the Savior. Indwelling our hearts, He gives new life to us, empowers and imparts gifts to us for service, and seals us for the day of redemption.

3) Being estranged from God, and condemned by our sinfulness, our salvation is wholly dependent upon the work of God’s free grace. God credits His righteousness to those who put their faith in Christ alone for their salvation, and thereby justifies them in His sight. Only such as are born of the Holy Spirit and receive Jesus Christ become children of God and heirs to eternal life.

4) The true Church is composed of all persons who through saving faith in Jesus Christ and the sanctifying work of the Holy Spirit are united together in the body of Christ.

5) Jesus Christ will come again to the earth-personally, visibly, and bodily-to judge the living and the dead and to consummate history and the eternal plan of God.

6) The Lord Jesus Christ commands all believers to proclaim the Gospel throughout the world and to make disciples of all nations, baptizing them and teaching them according to Matthew 28:19-20.

PHILOSOPHY OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

Christian education at the CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF CARROLLTON has four basic goals:

1) To provide a biblically based education.

2) To assist parents in fulfilling their God-given responsibility for the training of their children.

3) To be an example of leadership for each student in the pursuit of their God-given purpose in life.

4) To always aim for excellence in academics.

First and foremost God is the source of all knowledge. The finest education in the world is of little eternal value unless it is integrated with God’s Word. God’s Word is the only source of eternal truth (John 16:13);

God gave the responsibility of raising children to the parents. His Word teaches us that we should instruct our children to give God pre-eminence in every aspect of their lives (Deuteronomy 6:5-6). Christian education should try to help equip parents for this task, not relieve them of this responsibility.

Each faculty member of the CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF CARROLLTON should also be considered an example for the student in matters of faith, character and education.

All of this considered, the purpose of education, training a child in basic skills, cannot be overlooked. It is the belief of this school that God deserves our best, especially in training our children.

ADMISSION POLICIES

The CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF CARROLLTON admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origins to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. The Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origins in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, or any school administered programs. The authority for approving or denying the enrollment of any child, grades K-12 lies with the administrator.

Additional specific policies and procedures dealing with the admission of students to the CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF CARROLLTON are included with the application and registration materials which may be obtained from the school office.

TUITION RATES AND FEES

God has entrusted the education of children to parents. We believe a Christian education is a mandate for the Christian family. Therefore, we have purposely set these fees far below the actual cost of educating children because we want to keep Christian education within the reach of all parents.

The following are rates for the first child and each additional child per family enrolled at the Academy:

(Tuition rates are subject to change based on contributions, fund raising and financial need.)

Grade Level	Per Year	Per Month
Half Day K4 & K5 Classes:
1st Child	$2,150.00	$215.00
2nd Child	$2.100.00	$210.00
3rd Child	$2,000.00	$200.00

Full Day K4 & K5 Classes:
1st Child	$3,080.00	$308.00
2nd Child	$2,980.00	$298.00
3rd Child	$2,880.00	$288.00

1^st – 8^th Grade
First Child	$2,550.00	$255.00
Second Child	$2,250.00	$225.00
Third Child	$1,850.00	$185.00

High School
First Child	$2,750.00	$275.00
Second Child	$2,650.00	$265.00
Third Child	$2,550.00	$255.00
(Tuition costs and fees are subject to change)

Terms for Tuition Payment:

Ten (10) equal monthly installments are due beginning August 1^st and ending May 1^st. A $10.00 late fee will be assessed to any account paid after the 10^th of the month. Tuition two months past due will be assessed $20.00 late fee and three months past due will result in the student’s immediate suspension.

For children being enrolled anytime throughout the school year after August 1^st , the first monthly installment is due upon registration. No child will be allowed to enter school without the first monthly tuition installment paid.

In the event that a child is not in attendance for the entire year, the monthly installment will be payable for each calendar month that the child attends one or more days regardless of whether that child is entering or leaving the school. An exception to this rule will be made for any children leaving the school during January, prior to the beginning of the second semester. In this case, the tuition installment due in January will not be payable as an amount equal to the tuition for the first semester will have already been paid.

Any delinquent installment must be satisfied before credit will be given toward a current month’s installment. Also, grade transcripts will not be issued at the end of the school year, if an account is delinquent. A child may not be registered for a new year until all tuition from the preceding year is paid in full.

Registration Fees (Per Child)

Registration	$200.00

Book Fee / Book Rental Fee (Price varies with each grade)
(Registration fees are non-refundable and subject to change.)

A registration fee is due for each child each year upon registration and is non-refundable. No registration will be considered complete without the registration fee paid, and the current school year paperwork completed and submitted to the office. Also, shot and health records, birth certificates, and copy of the social security card must be submitted to the office.

The Association of Christian Schools International membership fee is $15.00 per student and is due upon registration and is non-refundable.

In the event a student withdraws from CAC, the student quiz and test books, miscellaneous and art supplies and any future Current Event magazines will remain at the school, and the cost is non-refundable. All other books or items that have not been picked up within two weeks will, also, become school property.

SCHOOL DAY

The school day is from 8:00 a.m. to 2:50 p.m. for 1^st & 2^nd grades, 8:00 a.m. to 2:55 p.m. for 3^rd & 5^th grades, 7:50 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for 6^th, 7^th & 8^th grades, 7:50 a.m. to 3:05 p.m. for 9^th -12^th grades. The 6^th -12^th grades will need to be in the Home Room by 7:50 a.m. bell for attendance, early morning pledges and prayer.

All students will meet in the Assembly Room, if arrive before the 7:47 a.m. bell. At this time the teachers will take the students to their classes. The 6^th - 12^th grade students will need to be in their Home Rooms by the 7:50 a.m. bell.

The kindergarten schedule for morning and afternoon are as follow:

Morning Session - Monday through Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Afternoon Session - Monday through Friday - 11:50 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.

Morning and afternoon session, please bring a small nutritious snack and a book bag each day.

Any student in grades 7 - 12 that is not in his/her Home Room by the 7:50 a.m. bell will be counted tardy. Two points per occurrence will be deducted from the conduct grade.

TARDY POLICY

It is important for students to always be on time to school and class. Being prompt demonstrates self-discipline, responsibility and maturity. These qualities are not only important for proper academic achievement, but they are essential for the development of good habits which are characteristic of success and good citizenship in every walk of life.

Lateness is usually considered a form of rudeness and lack of adequate planning. Whenever a late student enters a class, the learning process is either interrupted or delayed for all students in the class. Since school years are the habit-forming years of life, it is crucial for attention to be given to the importance of promptness. By being prompt, students demonstrate and practice desirable behaviors of adult life.

A good rule of thumb is to plan to be at school by 7:45 a.m. if a student is in K4, K5, 1^st -5^th grade, and at school by 7:40 a.m. for 6^th - 12^th grade students. This plan provides a cushion of several minutes to deal with unavoidable delays encountered en route. Any student arriving after his/her scheduled bell must report to the secretary in the office to sign in and receive an admittance slip. The reason for the late arrival will be recorded. Parents may write notes or send notes from doctors, etc.

No student will be admitted to class without an admission slip if he/she has arrived after the first period tardy bell. (8:00 a.m., K,4, K5, 1^st - 5^th grades) (7:50 for 6^th -12^th grades).

The morning kindergarten students should arrive before 8:00 a.m. each morning and leave promptly at 11:00 a.m. on Monday through Friday. School will not be open before 7:30 a.m. each morning. Parents are not allowed to drop a child off before this time.

On Monday through Friday, students in the second four and five year old kindergarten session will need to arrive at 11:50 a.m. each day and be picked up promptly at 2:45 p.m. each day.

Students in 1^st - 5^th grades will need to arrive before 8:00 a.m. each morning, but never earlier than 7:30 a.m., and leave at 3:00 p.m. each evening. The 6^th - 12^th grade students will need to arrive at 7:47 a.m. each day and be in their Home Room class by 7:50 a.m. The 6^th and 8^th grades will leave at 3:00 p.m. and the high school students will need to leave at 3:05 p.m. each day.

Upon arriving at school each morning, students are to use the restroom facilities, if necessary, and then go to the assembly room or to the Home Room if after 7:47 a.m. bell has rung. Visiting and quiet activities are appropriate. All students should be seated in the assembly room, if they arrive before 7:47 a.m. After 7:47 a.m. all students will go to their Home Room and be seated. K4, K5, 1^st - 5^th grade students will be counted tardy, if not seated in their own classroom at 8:00 a.m. each morning. The 6^th grade students are strongly encouraged to arrive by 7:50 a.m. The 7^th - 12^th grade students will be counted tardy, if not in the Home Room class by 7:50 a.m. each morning for pledges and prayer.

When a student is tardy for any reason, he/she must report to the administrator’s office for an “Admit to Class Slip” in order to enter class. A student or parent should personally communicate the reason for the tardy to the office assistant or administrator at the time the tardy occurs so that a determination can be made as to whether the tardy is excused or un-excused. If no such communication is received, the tardy may be counted un-excused regardless of the reason.

Students with excellent attendance records will be recognized for their accomplishments. A “Certificate of Perfect Attendance” will be awarded for each nine weeks grading period to any student with no absences and not more than one tardy for that particular period.

MAKE-UP WORK

When a student misses classes, valuable classroom instruction and discussion cannot be made up. Therefore, teachers will hold students accountable for adequate make-up work to cover the missed instruction. Teachers may expect students to do all the work assigned to students who were present as well as additional work to compensate for missing class instruction. Failure to complete the make up assignments will reflect on the student’s grade for that period.

Students are eligible to receive full credit for make-up work. This work will be made up at the rate of days absent plus one day not to exceed five school days. In other words, if a student misses two days he/she shall have two school days plus one for a total of three school days in which to make up the work. Students with subsequent absences during the five school days following the original absence will meet with teachers to plan a reasonable schedule for completion of the missed work.

If a student is absent on the day any long-term project, book report, term paper, etc. is due, the following procedure will be followed. Regardless of the reason for the absence, the assignment must be turned in on the day of return to school.

Teachers will assess severe penalties for major assignments turned in late. If a student is absent for more than one day resulting in a major project being turned in more than one day late, parents are encouraged to contact the teacher to discuss the impact this situation may have on the student’s grade. The teacher will determine the ultimate penalty.

Any student who is absent or plans on being absent should request a homework assignment form from the office which will be passed to each teacher. Arrangements should be made to pick up the completed form in the office the same day it is requested.

REWARD POLICY

At the end of each nine weeks, a homework coupon will be issued to students in the 4^th - 12^th grades who have not had any tardy’s or absences. A homework pass may not be used on a pre-test study sheet or review.

At the end of the school year, if a student has made all “A’s” or “A’s & B’s”, has perfect attendance, no tardy’s, no homework infractions, other than one warning, no detentions, no dress code violations, no conduct infractions, he/she will have a choice whether to take the yearly exam in each class in 7^th - 12^th grades.

EVENING EVENTS

The attendance of all students will be required at certain evening events throughout the school year such as Parent Teacher Program/Christmas Program, school sponsored Live Nativity Scene at the Courthouse lawn, Spring Program, school play, Graduation Program, Baccalaureate Services or Banquet, etc. If a student is not present at a required event, he/she will have his/her Bible or Music grade lowered for that nine weeks. Teachers and students work very hard throughout the term to prepare for each event, and this will be as a final exam for the student in music or Bible.

(If the child has been excused from the program or event because of sickness at school on that day, he/she may make up the exam by writing a research paper on a subject which the teacher considers appropriate. If the research paper or essay is not handed in by the appropriate time allotted, the grades/diplomas will be withheld.)

FUNDRAISING EVENTS

The attendance of students will be required at certain fundraising events throughout the year, such as the Fall Festival, school plays, car washes, etc. When certain classes have been designated to work at fundraising events; and a student does not attend, he/she will have the Bible grade lowered due to irresponsibility. In order for CAC to keep tuition low, it is essential that students and parents assist in fundraising projects.

ASSOCIATION OF CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS INTERNATIONAL (ACSI)

All students and faculty must become members of the Association of Christian Schools International. Becoming a member of this association will allow the student to participate in state and national academic competition, state and national athletic competition and elementary, junior high and high school essay contests, etc. A student participating in a competition or an event regarding the ACSI is required to attend. A great deal of time and effort by the student and the teacher is necessary to properly prepare for competition events.

CHAPEL DAY

Attendance at weekly chapel services and other assemblies is required of all students. Chapel will be held each Friday. Exceptions, will be for special mission or community projects. Chapel dress uniform will need to be worn on Fridays unless otherwise notified. Students in 3^rd - 12^th grades are required to bring a bible.

SCHOOL SPIRIT DAY

School Spirit Day will be the last Wednesday of each month. The students may wear casual uniforms, or they may wear jeans with a uniform shirt or blouse unless otherwise notified. However, a dollar must be given to go towards the high school mission trip, if jeans are worn. The jean rules will need to be adhered to on page 17 of this Handbook. Occasionally, students apparel may vary in accordance with the theme for the day. (A gold or purple polo shirt with the CAC emblem may be worn on School Spirit Day, and during other days of the week. The shirts may be purchased at Sheehan’s Department store in Louisville.)

Different pastors from the community will be asked to provide chapel services for 30 minutes on chapel day.

Chapel is a time of group worship; students are to be on their best behavior, participating appropriately in each portion of the service. Students of different grades will be required to bring their Bibles for chapel. Any student not bringing a Bible will have two points taken away from Bible class, and may be required to stand during chapel after one warning. Also, students considered to be couples will not be allowed to sit together during chapel. Home room teachers will give students specific instructions for conduct relating to chapel services and assemblies and will remind them of such from time to time as necessary.

FIELD TRIPS

The various classes may take trips to interesting and educational places in the area as a vital part of the instructional program. Parents will be notified beforehand. In order for a student to go, the parent must sign a permission slip. Small fees may be charged to cover the expenses. All field trips will begin and end at the school. Uniforms are required to be worn during field trips, unless notified otherwise.

LUNCH

The CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF CARROLLTON does not provide a hot lunch program. Students will need to bring their lunches with them. However, with the volunteer assistance of the parents, local restaurants will provide, for a fee, three hot meals (on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays of each week). Also, for a fee per week per student, milk will be available each day for the student. The lunch fee will need to be paid each Monday morning before 9:00 a.m. in order to get the meals and milk for the week. In the event your child is absent on Monday, lunch orders may be taken over the phone before 9:00 a.m.

Lunch is to be eaten in the designated area. Proper manners are to be used and will be promoted. Loud talking and foolishness are not considered proper table manners and are strictly forbidden. Students will be responsible to assist in keeping the lunch room or class room clean. Home room teachers will discuss with students other specific rules of conduct during lunch time.

For grades 1 - 6, lunch time will begin at 11:30 a.m. and continues until 12:00 p.m., at which time a 15 minute recess period begins. For grades 7 - 12, lunch time will begin at 12:00 p.m. and continue until 12:25 p.m. This includes a restroom break before lunch. (Lunch scheduling is subject to change due to curriculum schedule changes).

Bringing hot lunches to your child is greatly discouraged due to the short time frame for the lunch period except for once in a while as a special treat. When a child constantly has hot food brought in from a restaurant it makes it hard on other students that never gets lunches from a restaurant other than with the hot lunch program. If a parent does bring lunch for a student at lunch time, the lunch will need to be left on the kitchen counter. Lunches being brought in after the appropriate time will not be given to the student as it takes away from his/her class time or recess time.

RECESS

A noon recess is scheduled each day for both the younger and older elementary grades as described above. In addition, the younger grades (K-4th grades) have a 15 minute recess scheduled each morning at 10:00 a.m.

Most recess times will be held outside except for days of inclement weather. Students should come prepared with proper clothing. This would include warm coats, hats, boots, and gloves or mittens. A student may be detained from going outside if not dressed appropriately.

All students are expected to participate in any outdoor recess; however, in the event of illness, a student will be allowed to stay in, if accompanied by a note from a parent. A student may be excused from outdoor recess for up to one week with this note. If the illness persists, the parent must send a new note to extend the excused period.

OFFICE HOURS

During the school-year the office will be open each school day from 8:00 a.m. through 3:30 p.m. During the summer months the office will maintain irregular hours.

PHONE

School phones are business phones and may be used by students only in case of emergency. Students will not be allowed to have cell phones at any time. Only during an extreme emergency will there be an exception to this rule. If cell phone is needed, it should be checked into the office each day.

ADDRESS OR TELEPHONE NUMBER CHANGE

When a student’s home address or telephone number changes, the school office must be notified immediately.

CURRICULUM

The curriculum includes each of the subjects listed below for K-4, K-5, elementary, junior high, and high school. All subjects are considered from a Christian perspective, giving each student a well-rounded, Bible-centered education.

KINDERGARTEN-4: The K-4 curriculum is a complete educational program in which children are taught

skills development, letter recognition and phonetic sounds, number recognition, number value concepts, cursive writing, poetry, music, Bible, art, computer lab, community awareness and health, current events and mad science. Also, phonetic reading and arithmetic will be taught to the children excelling in these areas.

KINDERGARTEN-5: The K-5 curriculum is a complete educational program in which children are taught skills development, letter recognition and phonetic sounds, number recognition, number value concepts, and phonetic reading. In addition to reading and phonics, the curriculum also includes cursive writing, arithmetic, science, poetry, art, music, computer lab, current events, mad science and Bible.

ELEMENTARY: The Elementary curriculum includes reading, phonics, language arts, spelling, writing, arithmetic, science, health, physical education, history/geography, map and graph skills, art, music, computer lab, current events, mad science and Bible. (piano keyboarding available for 1^st - 3^nd grades, and band available for 3^rd - 6^th grades, recorder & music theory available in 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th & 6^th grades.)

JUNIOR HIGH: The Junior High curriculum includes grammar, composition, spelling, vocabulary, poetry,

literature, mathematics, pre-algebra, Algebra I, science, geography/history, health, physical education, art, music, keyboarding and computer lab, Mad Science, current events and Bible. ( band is available to 7^th & 8^th grades.)

HIGH SCHOOL: The High School curriculum includes Bible, language arts (English, 9, 10, 11 and 12), mathematics (Algebra I & II includes trigonometry, geometry, advanced math/pre-calculus and calculus), science (physical science, biology, chemistry or advanced chemistry, anatomy and physics), foreign language (Spanish I & II)

social sciences (American government/world geography, economics, United States history, world history and cultures). Electives are taught as needed. Examples are: computer, (Professional Office Suite XP with Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, Access and Microsoft Publisher) fundamental graphics, statistics, financial planning, consumer math, applied math, geometry, art, health, physical education, keyboarding, home economics, arts and humanities, integrated careers, study skills, managing life skills from a Christian perspective, journalism, speech, drama, and music. AP courses are taught as needed. Band is available.

Band & Piano/Keyboarding:

Band is offered in the 3^rd - 12^th grades, and piano/keyboarding is offered in the 1^st - 3^rd grades. Also, private lessons are available after school.

Recorder classes will be for 3^rd - 5^th grades and general music in the sixth grade. The recorder classes will be held in the classroom.

TEXTBOOKS AND MATERIALS

Textbooks

The textbooks should be purchased before mid-June each year in order to assure proper time for the books to arrive at CAC for the beginning of the school year. Textbooks are to be purchased at the time of registration when registering during the school year. K4, K5, 1^st - 3^rd grades will not be allowed to trade books as this is too much hassle for the office and it normally would not save the parent any more than using the book rental program. In order to offset some of the book expense, a book rental program has been incorporated into the book-fee price in the 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd grades for the reader books. A book-fee price is quoted per grade. There will be a $25.00 fee for making copies if books are not bought by the 2^nd week of school. Also, a book rental fee is part of the 4^th - 12^th grades for reading, book report books, etc.

Materials

Basic materials such as pencils, crayons, notebook paper, glue, etc. will be furnished by the Academy for grades K-4, K-5, 1^st - 6^th grades, unless notified otherwise. Special art/activity materials may also be needed. Most of these materials will be furnished by the school with other specific items to be obtained by the student upon the request of his/her teacher. Backpack & lunch box policy: Backpacks must be plain and without design. CAC considers a plain backpack to have no flowers, characters, or designs. However, a name may be embroidered on the backpack or the brand logo. No wheels are allowed, unless the office receives a written request by the student's doctor.

HOMEWORK POLICY

We believe that homework is an integral part of the school program, and the teacher is at liberty to give homework to help each student advance in his/her studies. A homework offense includes any of the following:

1) Not bringing a book to class - this includes all textbooks, planner, Bible, and books requested by the teacher. One warning will be issued for the entire year.

1) Incomplete homework

2) Homework not done

While parents may assist by seeing that the work is done and by explaining work when necessary, the work must be done by the student; and they must take the responsibility for his/her homework assignments. Parents are invited to discuss this phase of co-operation with the teacher. A student who habitually does not turn in his/her homework will eventually be suspended. If this does not work, expulsion from CAC will be the next form of discipline. Students will not be allowed to stay at CAC, if they continue to disobey the teacher in not completing their homework assignments.

Homework policy for 3^rd grade through 6^th grade is as follows:

First offense: Write apology note to parents one time during recess, and will complete the homework.

Second offense: Write apology note to parents one time AND the homework sentence ten times during recess. Homework not completed will be done following the sentences, and if not completed will be added to that night’s homework AND two points will be deducted from homework grade.

Third offense: Write apology note to parents one time AND the homework sentence twenty times during recess. Homework not completed will be done following the sentences, and if not completed will be added to that night’s homework AND two points will be deducted from homework grade.

Fourth offense: Write the apology note one time to parents AND the homework sentence twenty-five times AND ½ hour after-school detention. Homework not completed will be done following sentences, and if not completed will be added to that night’s homework AND two points will be deducted from homework grade.

Fifth offense through ninth offense: Conference with parents, written penalties, and after-school detentions as above.

Tenth offense: Conference with Mrs. Matson and request for in-school suspension.

**Every student begins with a 100% in homework each nine weeks. Each homework offense decreases this grade. The final grade is considered a FULL TEST grade for each subject and is averaged with the other grades.

Homework policy for 7^th through 12^th grades:

Incomplete homework = two points deducted from homework grade for each offense.

Ignoring homework assignments = four points deducted from homework grade for each offense.

Not completing pretest study guide = four points deducted from homework grade for each offense.

Incomplete homework or ignoring homework for third time = six points deducted from homework grade and ½ hour detention.

In addition, incomplete assignments or no attempt to do assignments or a combination thereof will result in a detention and writing a 500 word essay (topic will be at the teacher’s discretion). Each subsequent homework offense will result in detention of one hour.

Fifth offense through 9^th offense: Conference with parents, written penalties, and after-school detentions as above.

Tenth offense: Conference with Mrs. Matson and request for in-school suspension.

LIBRARY

Students are encouraged to use the school or classroom library. Books should be returned when due. A fine of five cents per day, including weekends and holidays, will be charged for overdue books.

Lost or damaged book cost will need to be reimbursed to CAC.

Reference materials may not be checked out by students.

PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES

Shortly after the end of the first grading period, a parent-teacher conference will be scheduled. PTM programs will be held at Christmas and a program or conference in March. Parents are urged to attend.

Parents should not feel restricted to the two scheduled conferences but rather should always feel free to make an appointment with the teacher about any problem or question that concerns the welfare of their child.

Teachers are not permitted to conduct parent-teacher conferences during their class time. This interferes with the educational process of the entire class. Appointments may be made after school or during any other non-class time that may be agreeable with the particular teacher you wish to see by sending a note with your child requesting a conference with the teacher.

GRADING SYSTEM

The percentage distribution for each letter grade is as follows:

100-93 A - Excellent

92-84 B - Above Average

83-75 C - Average

74-65 D - Below Average

64- 0 F - Failure

In some subjects an alternate marking system is used to communicate student progress. The key to this system is as follows:

E - Excellent Progress

S - Satisfactory Progress

N - Needs to Improve

REPORTS OF PROGRESS

The purpose of our reporting system is to give parents and students an indication of the progress which is being made. A report card will be issued shortly after the close of each nine-weeks grading period. In addition, about midway through each grading period, a “Progress Report” will be sent home with students in the elementary grades 1 - 6.

Grades 7 - 12 will receive a grade sheet every two weeks.

There is a charge of $5.00 for replacing lost report cards.

As another way of monitoring progress, parents should insist that students bring home papers, projects, etc., for them to see. Students are required to bring their assignment pad home each night and parents should check to see if homework is completed for that day and for the following day. Teachers may write notes in the assignment pad regarding the student’s homework.

COMPETITIONS AVAILABLE

Throughout the year the students will be encouraged to participate in different competitions. A few of the competitions available to them are as follows: National Geographic Bee, DAR History Essay, Conservation Poster & Essay, Carroll County Spelling Bee, several other community competitions, and other competitions from around the country such as the Siemens Foundation (science and math), Duke Tip, Math Foundation, etc.

Also, the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) offers several competitions such as: Math Olympics, Math League, Poetry, Spelling Bee, Creative Writing, Science Fair Projects, Speech, Drama, Music, Chess Club, etc.

HONORS FOR ACHIEVEMENT

Each grading period an honor roll list will be placed in the newspaper with the names of students who have all “A’s” and “B’s”. An all “A” Administrator’s List will be posted each grading period.

An “Honor Roll Certificate” will be awarded to all students making either the Administrator’s List or Honor Roll for a particular grading period.

There are several different types of awards High School students are eligible to earn during the school year. A few of the awards and programs available to them are as follows: Who’s Who Among American High School Students, People to People Ambassadors, DAR Good Citizenship Award, Duke Tip (Duke University Talent Identification Program), Governor Scholar Academics & Arts Awards, UK “Class of Kentucky”, Presidential Silver and Gold Community Service Awards, College Scholarship opportunities and AP courses as needed, Student Council and Spanish Club.

REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADE PROMOTION

In order to progress to the next grade level, the student is expected to do at least passing work (D) in all subjects and to be recommended by the teacher. If one or more subjects are failed for the last semester or the entire year , and the teacher believes a student is capable of going on to the next grade, the teacher or the administrator will consult with the parents about makeup work or tutorial help.

REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATING WITH HONORS

Students with a 3.5 GPA or above and not having a “C” average or below for a semester average in any subject will receive honors for 8^th or12^th grade graduation. Any one receiving a valedictorian or salutatorian honor must have a 3.75 GPA or above and not have a “C” average or below for a semester average in any subject. A student will not be allowed to graduate with honors with a “C” or below in conduct.

TESTING

All students, K5, 1^st grade through high school are required to take a standardized achievement test each spring. The administrator should be consulted if information is desired.

WITHDRAWALS

If, for any reason, a child is withdrawn from the CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF CARROLLTON, the monthly tuition installment which became due in the month the child is withdrawn shall be payable in full. No discount or refund will be given if the child attends school one or more days that month. An exception will be made for any children leaving the school during January, previous to the beginning of the second semester. In this case, the tuition installment due in January shall not be payable as an amount equal to the tuition for the first semester will have already been paid.

Proper paperwork and procedures must be processed when a student is withdrawn. All withdrawals will be handled through the office.

FINAL GRADE CARD AND TRANSCRIPT

The CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF CARROLLTON reserves the right to withhold a student’s records, final grade card and transcript; if all tuition, book and supply fees, and other charges have not been paid in full for that student.

DRESS CODE

Purpose:

The goal of our dress code is to establish high Christian standards for our school and our students. The code is meant to foster a student’s self respect, maintain an atmosphere consistent with instructional goals and to provide for students to make a positive statement in our community.

To achieve such standards, a specific uniform will be required for all students. To the greatest extent possible, uniform guidelines will be applied consistently. It is the responsibility of parents and students to understand and comply with the uniform code guidelines.

Dress Code:

1) Students are expected to be dressed according to the dress code from the time they arrive for school for the day or begin to practice for sports. Students are expected to use good judgement in dressing for extracurricular activities in a manner that reflects modesty, neatness, and cleanliness. Although the rule of the uniform dress code may not be enforced for extracurricular activities, students appearance should reflect its spirit.

2) All garments must be neat, clean and pressed when wrinkled.

3) All garments are to have a traditional fit. An item with a traditional fit is appropriately fitted in the shoulders, waist, leg, seat, bodice and length. No tight-fitting, clinging, low-cut, or high slit garments allowed. Oversized styles are not permitted.

4) Skirts and pinafores in 1^st - 12^th grades should be no shorter than mid-knee length. Skirts are not to be rolled at the waist to shorten the length.

5) Uniform walking shorts may be worn during August-October and April-May. Shorts in the 4^th -12^th grades must be no more than 2" above the top of the knee.

6) Garments that are made of very thin fabric, semi-transparent, or “see-through” are not permitted.

7) All shirts are to be appropriately buttoned and tucked in at all times. Shirts may not be “bloused” over the waist band more than two inches. No undershirts with lettering or designs that show through the uniform shirt are acceptable. Also, no long sleeved shirts may be worn under short sleeve shirts. (Girls in 5^th - 12^th grades are required to wear a white camisole or a white tank top underneath chapel blouse. A t-shirt is not acceptable apparel for a girl to wear underneath uniform.)

· ** A gold or purple casual uniform polo shirt with the CAC monogram is part of the school uniform for Spirit days and other days of the week except chapel days. These shirts are only available at Shaheen’s Uniform Store.

8) Turtlenecks and sweatshirts are not allowed to be worn on chapel days. Only white turtlenecks are acceptable to be worn underneath long sleeve uniform shirts and uniform sweatshirts on any day except chapel day.

9) Sweaters and sweatshirts may not be tied around the waist. CAC sweatshirts and CAC sweaters are the only sweatshirts and sweaters allowed during class time. Pull over sweaters or sweatshirts that are not part of the uniform should not be worn to school as it is too difficult to be taken off for each class period.

10) Belts must be plain brown, black or navy and without any ornamentation or holes in the belt. Belts MUST be worn with pants, shorts, and any clothing with belt loops.

11) Solid navy ties or a navy tie with a subdued design are required for chapel day. Ties are to be worn until noon on chapel day.

12) Socks being worn by boys and girls must cover the ankle. Girls in the7^th - 12^th grades may wear nylon stockings with skirts only. Socks being worn with shorts, pinafores or skirts must be solid white. If leotards are worn, they should be white or navy. (Socks for chapel must be white color for girls and navy or black for boys.) Socks must be void of any emblems, decals, stripes, etc.

13) Traditional jewelry may be worn in moderation and in good taste. (Earring hoops or free swinging earrings are to be no larger than 1" in diameter (size of a quarter) and one inch in length , respectively). No metal studded jewelry, accessories, or chains are allowed.

14) Boys may not wear earrings, tongue rings, spacers, or any device resembling earrings at school or at school functions.

15) Logos, slogans, or any designs that are contrary to Biblical principles are not permitted on any item. Any manner of grooming or dressing that imitates a subculture opposed to Christian principles is not permitted.

16) Hairstyles are to be neat, clean, moderate, combed and in good taste. Hairstyle extremes are not acceptable. No bizarre or unnatural hair styles such as sculptured/shaved cuts, etc. are permitted. Non-traditional or extreme changes in hair color are not permitted. Boy’s hair length should not extend beyond the middle of the regular shirt collar or come over any portion of the ear. Hair may not be of such a length that it has the potential to fall into the eyes. Girls will be asked to wear a barrette to keep hair out of eyes or have hair cut. Boys will have appropriate hair cut. A haircut must be obtained upon the student’s notification of need.

17) Boys are to be clean-shaven with no beards or mustaches, and sideburns may not be lower than the bottom of the ear.

18) Make-up may be worn by high school students only, and must be very moderate and in good taste. No glitter will be allowed.

19) Students in K4, K5, 1^st - 8^th grades will not be allowed to wear dark, busy or unnatural fingernail polish. Also, fake fingernails, press ons, acrylic nails, etc. are not permitted in grades K4, K5, 1^st - 8^th grades. Any high school student wearing fake nails will need to have them trimmed to be no longer than 1/4" above finger. Also, black, deep purple, any Gothic or unnatural looking nail polish will not be permitted.

20) On Jeans day the jeans must meet the following requirements: If a student wears inappropriate jeans two times, he/she will not be allowed to wear jeans the next jean day. On the third offense, parents will be called to bring appropriate clothing.

A) Jeans must be neat and have a hem with no frayed ends or seams

B) Jeans must be in good repair with no holes or patches

C) Jeans must have a traditional style and fit. (Appropriately fitted at the waist, seat, legs and length)

D) Jeans must have a solid, consistent color (not streaked or faded)

E) No colored jeans are allowed

F) Belts are required

G) All other dress code guidelines are to be observed.

21) Students may wear oxford (lace-up), loafer (slip-on), or athletic shoes. The only colors acceptable to be on tennis shoes are white, grey, silver accent, blue, black, brown, or a combination thereof with white shoe laces. Velcro is acceptable with the allowed color scheme and style. Only a touch of other subdued colors will be accepted. Also, neon colors, thick tongues, lights, gadgets, high tops, air bubbles, extreme styles such as hero shoes, slip on backless tennis shoes, or shoes with roller skates built in are a violation. Boots, hiking boots, or shoes of hiking boot appearance are not acceptable. Sandals, defined as open-toe and open-heel shoes, are not permitted. On chapel days girls may wear open heel shoes with a heel strap. Dress shoes for chapel must be a solid color (brown, black or navy) for both boys and girls.

22) All Fridays have been designated as dress-up day due to chapel services on that day. Therefore, on Fridays, all students are required to wear their dress uniforms with dress shoes. Also boys must wear ties until noon on Friday.

23) School Spirit Day will be the last Wednesday of each month. The students may wear casual uniforms, or they may wear jeans with a uniform shirt or blouse unless otherwise notified. However, a dollar must be given to go towards the high school mission trip, if jeans are worn. The above jean rules will need to be obeyed. Occasionally, students apparel may vary in accordance with the theme for the day. (A gold or purple polo shirt with the CAC emblem may be worn on School Spirit Day, and during other days of the week. The shirts may be purchased at Shaheen’s Department store in Louisville.)

24) No fake or real tattoos or marking on the body or apparel will be permitted.

25) CAC sweaters will be allowed any time during the school day. Sweatshirts will be allowed every day except chapel day.

26) Dress code for 8^th and 12^th grade graduation ceremonies:

· Students must wear chapel uniform and chapel shoes (boys must wear a tie) for any CAC program or graduation ceremony in which they are participants in these exercises.

Dress Code Non-Compliance:

During the beginning days of school, (usually through Labor Day holiday) teachers will give verbal reminders

to students out of compliance with the dress code. Therefore, students in violation of the stated dress code will receive a written dress code violation that will be sent to the parents. It would be anticipated that this effort would correct the problem. In the event a student is out of compliance for the same occurrence for the same offense, consequences would increase in severity. After third offense, parents will be called to bring appropriate apparel.

Absolute defiance of the uniform dress code policy will be considered a major violation of the discipline code.

The administration reserves the right to handle each situation of non-compliance on its own merit. Final determination of appropriate dress is the responsibility of the CAC teachers and administration. In the event a student or his/her parents refuse to comply with the dress code, the student will be dismissed from CAC.

Dress uniform and casual uniform consists of the following attire:

	Dress Uniform		Casual Uniform
	Girls	Boys	Girls	Boys
K-4, K-5, 1^st-4^th Grade	Shirt: White, rounded-collar blouse Dress: Plaid pinafore Tights/Socks: White or navy tights, white or navy knee socks, white socks Shoes: Dress shoes. High School girls heels not more than 2” high. Optional: Navy cardigan sweater**	Shirt: White oxford Tie: Navy Pants: Navy Belt: Brown or black or Navy Socks: Navy* Shoes: Dress shoes Optional: Navy cardigan sweater**	Shirt: White, rounded-collar blouse or white, red, or navy polo Dress: Plaid , navy or khaki pinafore Tights/socks: White or navy tights; white knee socks or white socks Shoes: Oxford, loafer, or athletic shoe. No gadgets or roller skates will be allowed -OR- Shirts: White, red, or navy polo; purple or gold polo with CAC monogram Pants/Shorts: Khaki or navy Belt: Brown , black or navy Socks: White socks with shorts; navy socks with navy pants; tan socks with khaki pants* Shoes: Oxford, loafer, or athletic shoe. No gadgets or roller skates will be allowed. Optional: CAC monogrammed sweatshirt; navy cardigan sweater**	Shirt: White oxford or white, red, or navy polo: purple or gold polo with CAC monogram Pants/Shorts: Khaki or navy Belt: Brown, black or navy Socks: White socks with shorts; navy socks with navy pants; tan socks with khaki pants* Shoes: Oxford, loafer, or athletic shoe Optional: CAC monogrammed sweatshirt: navy cardigan sweater**
5^th-12^th Grade	Shirt: White oxford with white tank top or camisole underneath Skirt: Plaid skirt (5^th-8^th); navy pleated or long skirt (9^th-12^th only) Tights/Socks: White or navy tights, white knee socks or white socks (5^th-12^th); nylons (7^th-12^th only) Shoes: Dress shoes Optional: Navy award, cardigan, or crew sweaters**	Shirt: White oxford Tie: Navy Pants: Navy Belt: Brown, black or Navy Socks: Navy* Shoes: Dress shoes Optional: Navy award, crew, or V-neck sweater**	Shirt: White oxford blouse or white, navy, red, or green polo Skirt: Plaid, navy, or khaki pleated skirt (5^th-8^th); navy or khaki pleated or long skirt (9^th-12^th) Tights/Socks: White or navy tights, white knee socks, or white socks (5^th-12^th); nylons (7^th-12^th) Shoes: Oxford, loafer, or athletic shoe. No gadgets or roller skates will be allowed. Optional: CAC monogrammed sweatshirt; navy cardigan sweater; navy or green crew or V-neck sweater -OR- Shirt: White oxford blouse; white, navy, red, or green polo; purple or gold polo with CAC monogram Pants/Shorts: Khaki or navy Belt: Brown, black or navy Socks:** White socks with shorts; navy socks with navy pants; tan socks with khaki pants* Shoes: Oxford, loafer, or athletic shoe. No gadgets or roller skates are allowed. Optional: CAC monogrammed sweatshirt; navy cardigan sweater; navy or green crew or V-neck sweater**	Shirt: White oxford; white, navy, red, or green polo; purple or gold polo with CAC monogram Pants/Shorts: Khaki or navy Belt: Brown, black or navy Socks: White socks with shorts; navy socks with navy pants; tan socks with khaki pants* Shoes: Oxford, loafer, or athletic shoe. No gadgets or roller skates are allowed. Optional: CAC monogrammed sweatshirt; navy award sweater; navy or green crew or V-neck sweater**

** Sweaters and sweatshirts must be worn with a collared uniform shirt or white turtleneck.

underneath. Casual Shoes: Acceptable colors are white, grey, black, brown, or a combination,

thereof, with white shoe laces. Only a touch of any other subdued color will be accepted.

Check handbook for regulations.

STUDENT CONDUCT

CAC cannot serve God and patrons effectively without some guidelines concerning the behavior of students.

Obviously it is impossible to list rules and regulations to encompass the complete behavior of all students; however,

the rules and regulations below, and those discussed or referred to elsewhere in this handbook, will serve as some basic guidelines for student conduct.

Teachers are charged with the responsibility of maintaining proper behavior on the part of the students in their classes and are at liberty to establish rules for classroom conduct in addition to those rules set forth in this handbook

General Regulations

1) Students shall not be disrespectful to any staff or faculty member.

2) Students shall be courteous to each other. No one will be permitted to either start or engage in fighting while at school.

3) No student is allowed to talk or leave his/her desk without permission during class time.

4) Students are not permitted to chew gum during school.

5) Cheating, lying, and stealing are strictly forbidden.

6) School or church property is never to be destroyed, defaced, or abused.

7) Students are to walk while in the building and to keep their hands and possessions to themselves. (No student is allowed to wrestle, play with a ball, engage in roughness, including horseplay and tripping or be loud in the building.)

8) No profane, abusive, or vulgar language may be used.

9) No pets, or toys, no virtual or electronic pets, or stuffed animals may be in school without permission of a teacher.

10) Students are not permitted to bring pictures, posters, magazines, playing cards, radios, headphones, tape players or books other than those on the school book list or those that have been approved for a book report. The only photos/posters allowed are class assigned materials.

11) There shall be no eating in the classrooms or halls, including while going out to or coming in from recess, after school, or at any other time. (Exceptions to this rule must be approved by the teacher and the administrator.

12) Students are expected to do their part to help keep the property clean and orderly. Trash should be placed in the proper containers and not on the floors, desks or grounds.

13) The use of “Sir” and “Ma’am” is expected of all students when addressing any adult. Teachers and adults will be addressed as Mr., Mrs., Miss, or other proper titles (Dr., Officer, etc.)

14) Under no circumstances are students allowed to leave the school grounds unless permission has been obtained from the teacher or office, and they have signed out in the office.

15) Students should be taught to say excuse me when walking between two people and thank you when someone does something for them.

16) Cell phones are not permitted.

Playground Regulations

1) The boundaries of the playground will be discussed with students each year. No student may leave the designated play area to chase a ball, etc., without permission from the supervisor on duty.

2) Students are to leave and return to the building in a quiet and orderly fashion.

3) Lunches are to be eaten inside prior to the noon recess. (All food and drinks must be put away and eating area cleaned at the end of scheduled lunch time).

4) Students are to respect the rights of fellow students at all times.

5) Students are not to engage in unnecessary roughness. (No wrestling, tripping one another, etc.)

6) Playground equipment is to be used safely.

DISCIPLINE CODE

The CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF CARROLLTON reserves the right to reasonably discipline students that fail to comply with any of the rules and regulations of the school or that engage in any other behavior that is less than desirable. Various forms of discipline will be administered depending on the nature of the offense, the frequency of commission, and the attitude of the student. Disciplinary action may be a simple reprimand, lowering of conduct grade, losing recess, writing assignment, detention, suspension, expulsion, etc.

NOTE: The above list is only a guideline, not a complete list in itself.

Authority:

Decisions regarding corporal punishment, probation, suspension, and expulsion are the exclusive authority of the administrator. A decision to do any of the above would come, normally, only after different conferences with the student and the teachers.

Disciplinary code:

Each student in every grade will begin each nine-week grading period with a 100% conduct grade. Depending on the seriousness of the student’s offense, a certain number of points will be subtracted from their conduct grade at the time of each infraction.

Minor Infractions: - 1^st - 4^th grade drop conduct grade by one point

5^th - 12^th grade drop conduct grade by two points

Students will be given one warning each nine week period.

1) Talking without permission in class

2) Unnecessary noise

3) Passing and/or reading notes

4) Throwing objects

5) Out of seat without permission

6) Littering

7) Gum chewing

8) Eating and drinking without permission

9) Running in the building

10) Observable display of sarcasm

11) Uniform policy violations

12) Dress code violations; untucked shirt, tie inappropriately placed.

13) Leaving materials/garbage in class

14) Failing to have needed books and supplies for each class

15) Failure to return correspondence from the parent to teacher

16) Failure to have proper hall pass

17) Worldly conversation

18) Failure to shave

19) Committing any other offense as determined by the teacher

20) Working on another assignment without permission

21) Cell phones are not permitted

Intermediate Infractions - 1^st - 4^th grade drop conduct grade by two points

5^th - 12^th grade drop conduct grade by four points

Warnings will not be given for any of the following infractions.

1) Shoving , scuffling, wrestling, etc.

2) Excessive griping

3) Insulting others

4) Rudeness

5) Irreverence during devotions or chapel

6) Name calling

7) Lying

8) Flagrant disrespect and disobedience to any adult (school official)

9) Destruction of personal property (books, etc.)

10) Inappropriate display of affection

11) Writing on desks, tables, or walls

12) Hurtful practical jokes

13) Minor disallowed physical contact (holding hands, etc.)

14) Display of temper

15) Committing any other offense as determined by teacher

16) Talking back or arguing with teacher

17) Verbal threats or harassment of another student

Major Infractions - 1^st - 4^th grade drop conduct grade by four points

5^th - 12^th grade drop conduct by one letter grade

Warnings will not be given for any of the following infractions:

1) Fighting

2) Deliberate destruction of CAC property

3) Cheating

4) Indecent language or actions

5) Ungodly, profane, or worldly literature, comic books, magazines, romance novels, playing cards, etc.

6) Stealing

7) Possession of cigarettes

8) Truancy

9) Gambling

10) Forgery of parents’ signature

11) Sexual misconduct

12) Verbal threats or harassment of another student

13) Total defiance of any person in authority during school or any school activity

Notification of the police and/or possible expulsion (discretion of administration):

1) Possession or use of alcohol or any drugs not prescribed for the student

2) Possession or use of any weapon

3) Verbal threat and harassment, if administration and teachers deems necessary

4) Charged with or convicted of or having committed a misdemeanor of felony

NOTE: Any of the above infractions may require more punishment be given, such as a writing assignment, staying in for recess, detention, in school suspension, expulsion, etc. This will depend on frequency, attitude, etc. Also, the above list is only to be a guideline not a complete list in itself.

Conduct Grade

Points given for each infraction will be subtracted from the students 100% conduct grade to determine each nine week period the letter grade for conduct. Conduct grade consists of unexcused tardies, dress code violation, disciplinary infractions, homework infractions, etc. The percentage distribution for each letter grade is as follows: Any student receiving an “F” in conduct will be placed on probation for the next term.

100-93 A - Excellent

92-84 B - Above Average

83-75 C - Average

74-65 D - Below Average

64- 0 F - Failure

Detention:

Detention may be used as a means of discipline. Detentions may be assigned for recess and/or lunch or after

school. If a student is given an after-school detention, it will begin at 3:00 p.m. and continue no later than 4:00 p.m. Parents will be notified of an after-school detention at least one day in advance, and transportation shall be their responsibility. Any student not present for detention without a valid excuse will be given an added detention and more points off conduct. Three missed detentions will result in an in-school suspension.

Corporal Punishment:

Corporal punishment may be used and, if so, will be administered within the following guidelines:

1) The offense will be clearly discussed with the student.

2) A faculty member will discuss scriptural applications and will pray with the student.

3) A reasonable number of firm strokes, not to exceed three, will be administered by a faculty member, the parent of the student, or the administrator using a simple flat paddle.

4) A faculty member will be present as a witness.

5) A parent may be required to come to the school and administer the strokes.

6) The student will not be physically restrained. If they refuse to submit to paddling, a parent will be contacted and the matter discussed; if it is believed to be in the best interest of the school, the student will be withdrawn from the school.

7) After administering the strokes, the faculty member will pray with the student, assuring them that they are loved.

8) A written record will be made of the date, offense, number of strokes, and name of correcting faculty member or parent and witness. A copy will be sent home to the student’s parents to be signed and returned within two school days.

Disciplinary Probation:

Disciplinary probation is not intended to be a punishment. However, if a student has demonstrated difficulty complying with the disciplinary code, he/she may be placed on probation for a nine-week period. The student, during this time, will receive support, instruction and feedback in the development of appropriate patterns of behavior from their teachers and the administration. A program will be designed to ensure that the student earns his/her release from probation by demonstrating good behavior while at school.

If a student fails to demonstrate improved judgement and behavior while on probation he/she may be dismissed

from school.

Probation gives the student an opportunity to correct a serious problem. If they do not improve to a satisfactory level, the consequences will be expulsion or forced withdrawal from the school. A student suspended from school will not be allowed to attend school for a determined period of time and will henceforth be placed on probation for a minimum of six weeks. Each absence is un-excused; however, all academic work must be made up without credit.

Reasons for probation, suspension, and expulsion are as follows:

A) Insufficient academic progress, as a result of deliberately refusing to make a conscientious effort to learn.

B) Continued and deliberate disobedience.

C) A rebellious spirit which is unchanged after counseling and prayer with the teacher.

D) A continued negative attitude, and bad influence upon other students.

E) Committing a serious breach of conduct inside or outside the school which has an adverse effect upon the testimony of the school.

F) Failure of the parents to comply with the disciplinary procedures of the school.

The procedure for probation, suspension, and expulsion are as follows:

A. When a faculty member and administrator feel that a student is headed for probation for other than a serious overt act, worthy of immediate probation or suspension, a written discipline notice will be given to parents. The administrator will hold a conference to include the student, parents, and the concerned teacher, to define the problems and to warn of impending action unless immediate corrective action is forthcoming.

B. If consultation between parents, teacher and student does not stop the problem; then the student will be given in-school suspension. If this does not handle the problem; they may be given an out-of-school suspension. At this time the administrator will hold a conference with the teacher, parents and student letting them know the next step is expulsion from CAC.

C. A student may be expelled immediately for a serious overt act upon the decision of the administrator.

D. A student on probation will have a personal conference each school week with the administrator or faculty member.

E. A student on probation may not participate in extra-curricular activities while on probation. They must also relinquish all positions of leadership and responsibility for the remainder of the school year. A student on probation may not run for office.

F. Probation is for a minimum of six weeks.

G. When the probationary period expires the student may be removed from probation, if satisfactory improvement is evident. If sufficient improvement has not been shown, the student may have the probation extended or may be expelled or asked to withdraw from school.

H. If sufficient progress is still not shown during the extended probationary period, the student will be expelled or asked to withdraw from school.

I. The student may be expelled from the school immediately, if in the judgment of the administrator, an extreme overt act has been committed by the same student.

J. It will be the exclusive decision of the administrator to suspend, place on probation or expel any student at any time with due cause.

Suspension:

Suspension is a disciplinary action that may be taken in an attempt to help the student involved. Work missed during a suspension must be completed but no credit will be given; consequently, it may seriously affect the student’s grades. A student may be suspended from one to three days.

Expulsion:

Expulsion may occur if a student’s conduct, attitude, or lack of effort make it inadvisable for them to remain. Expulsion is for the remainder of the current school year. Expelled students may be allowed to re-enter school the following year if a marked improvement in their behavior is demonstrated.

MISSIONS

The Christian Academy of Carrollton encourages the students to help others and do different mission projects throughout the year. Students will be a part of a community project or a mission project during the year. Several students earn the Presidential Community Service Award by working at least fifty to one hundred hours per year assisting other people.

The Students have an opportunity to be in the Creative Ministries Team which ministers to others in Interpretive Movement with Christian music. This team goes to different churches and events ministering to others throughout the year.

Also, students in the High School will, normally, go on at least one mission trip before they graduate. They have gone to missions such as Wayside Christian Mission and ministered to others in their churches and community. CAC believes service to others is a major part of building character and promoting spiritual growth in young people.

SPORTS

Each sport has an insurance fee due from any student participating in practices or games. Uniforms must be

bought for the sport to help promote team spirit. Students must exemplify Christian behavior during the practices and games. A student caught abusing the rules and regulations of the sport and/or the policies of CAC will not be allowed to participate in the sport even after parents have bought the uniform and paid the insurance fee. Fees will not be reimbursed. Grades must also be maintained in order to qualify a student for participation in any sport.

The Christian Academy of Carrollton’s sports teams are a part of the KCAA (Kentucky Christian Athletic Association). The following sports are available at this time: basketball, volleyball, tennis, cross country, etc. Each student must turn in an application filled out by his/her parents, have a sports physical, and pay a sports fee.

The student must be at his/her proper grade level. In order to be considered at the proper grade level, the student must have progressed from the previous grade in all subject areas. High school students must be on schedule for graduation in four years. The student must be passing in all subject areas. Each report card and progress report must have a 2.0/C grade point average (GPA). High school accumulative GPA must be 2.0, on a 4 point scale or greater.

Students who transfer to CAC and test below the normal grade level for their age will be ineligible for one year. Home school students who desire to participate in CAC sports programs must provide documentation of normal or above academic progress.

VISITORS TO THE SCHOOL

Parents are welcome to visit the school. When visiting a class for any reason, you must come by the office first and sign in. Do not go directly to the classroom. Parents who visit the school must be modestly and properly dressed. Any forgotten homework, etc. brought in by parents must be left in the office to be delivered at an appropriate time. However, forgotten lunches must be left in the kitchen with the students name written on the lunch box or bag.

Should any child wish to bring a friend to the school for a visit while school is in session, permission from both the home room teacher and the administrator must be secured one day in advance. All visitors for the day must conform to the school dress code of modesty. Visitors during class time are discouraged unless the person is interested in enrolling in the Academy, due to distractions of having another person in class.

ROOM MOTHERS

Teachers may communicate with their student’s mother at the beginning of each school year concerning their willingness and ability to be volunteer room mothers. Mothers are encouraged to volunteer when possible, thereby, providing teachers with a valuable resource. However, volunteer work must be organized by the teacher as needed.

Room mothers may be called upon from time to time to assist with such things as parties, field trips, and other activities. The number of volunteers will directly affect the number of times each is called upon. Responding with assistance to each call will be strictly voluntary on the part of each mother.

SCHOOL PICTURES

A photographer will take pictures each fall. Photos will be offered for sale to the family. All students should have their picture taken even if the family does not intend to make a purchase. The school will then have a picture for cumulative files.

LOST AND FOUND

Lost and found articles are to be taken to the office. Students losing an article should check at the office. At the end of the year, all lost and found articles not claimed will be taken to the consignment shop or sold at CAC to help cover some of the supply expenses for the year.

FIRE, TORNADO, EARTHQUAKE, AND SHELTER-IN-PLACE DRILLS

Fire drills will be conducted monthly and other drills when deemed appropriate. Specific instructions concerning these drills will be posted in each classroom. Teachers will discuss procedures to be followed with students.

Fire, tornado, earthquake and shelter-in-place drills are serious and are to be treated as such.

Christian Academy of Carrollton, KY

SPECIAL NOTE

TO: Parents, Guardians and School Employees

FROM: Katie Matson, Administrator and LEA Designee

SUBJECT: Asbestos Management Plan

July 1, 2011 - June 30, 2012 Academic School Year

This notice is posted to assure you that the Christian Academy of Carrollton is in compliance with

both national and state regulations and laws relating to building materials which may contain asbestos that have been historically used in building construction in past years.

An inspection for building materials for asbestos has been completed for all school buildings owned, leased or otherwise occupied by Christian Academy of Carrollton. A certified inspector has conducted this inspection, and any material samples (if required) were evaluated by an accredited laboratory. Building materials containing as little as two percent (2%) asbestos or assumed positive have been identified and made part of an Asbestos Management Plan for Christian Academy of Carrollton. As a result of this inspection, no asbestos containing building materials were found to be present in our buildings.

A complete Asbestos Management Plan for Christian Academy of Carrollton is available for review at the Administrator’s office during regular business hours.

We will continue to notify you at least once each year for the status of the Asbestos Management Plan. Should it become necessary, more frequent updates will be issued. Every precaution will

continue to be utilized in order to protect the well being of students and employees of Christian Academy of Carrollton.

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Mrs. Katie Matson, Administrator