VISION STATEMENT
The vision of Horeb Christian School is to impact the world for Christ by providing a quality Christian education.
MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission at Horeb Christian School is to raise up effective leaders of Godly character who will blend academic achievement and Biblical truth to influence their society for the glory of God through a comprehensive curriculum based on God’s truth.
HISTORY
Horeb Christian School is a ministry of Horeb Baptist Church and has always been committed to providing academic and spiritual excellence in education for its students. Horeb Christian School was founded in 1982 by Rev. Edwin Diaz and his wife Zoila Diaz. The school opened with 11 students on March 1, 1982. By 1992, Horeb Christian School had over 650 students enrolled. In 1993 the 17 classroom school building that now holds the elementary and secondary classrooms was dedicated to Rev. Edwin Diaz in his honor.
Rev. Diaz and Mrs. Zoila Diaz had an amazing vision! They loved and lived for the Lord each and every day. The Lord worked through them in a mighty way. They had a passion for people, worked hard to win the lost for Christ, and helped those in need. They believed in excellence in Christian Education; it was their passion. Rev Diaz and his wife were great visionaries who expected great things from God, and received great things from God. Rev. Diaz and Mrs. Diaz were called to be with the Lord in the early 90′s.
The current Mustang family has great respect for the school’s history and will continue to focus on the original vision that was set over 30 years ago. We are so proud to see how God is working in our school and we have great plans for the future while remaining focused on our vision & mission.
STATEMENT OF FAITH
I. The Scriptures
The Holy Bible was written by men divinely inspired and is God's revelation of Himself to man. It has God for its author, salvation for its end, and truth, without any mixture of error, for its matter. All Scripture is totally true and trustworthy. It is the supreme standard by which all human conduct, creeds, and religious opinions should be tried. Christ is Himself the focus of divine revelation.
II. God
There is one and only one living and true God. He is an intelligent, spiritual, and personal Being, the Creator, Redeemer, Preserver, and Ruler of the universe. God is infinite in holiness and all other perfections. The eternal triune God reveals Himself to us as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, with distinct personal attributes, but without division of nature, essence, or being.
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A. God the Father
God as Father reigns with providential care over His universe, His creatures, and the flow of the stream of human history according to the purposes of His grace. He is all powerful, all knowing, all loving, and all wise. God is Father to those who become children of God through faith in Jesus Christ.
B. God the Son
Christ is the eternal Son of God. In His incarnation, He was conceived of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. Jesus perfectly revealed and did the will of God and identified Himself completely with mankind yet without sin. In His substitutionary death on the cross, He made provision for the redemption of men from sin. He was raised from the dead, ascended into heaven and is now exalted at the right hand of God where He is the One Mediator, fully God, fully man. He will return in power and glory to judge the world and to consummate His redemptive mission. He now dwells in all believers as the living and ever- present Lord.
C. God the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of God, fully divine. He inspired holy men of old to write the Scriptures. Through illumination He enables men to understand truth. He exalts Christ. He convicts men of sin and effects regeneration. He cultivates Christian character, comforts believers, and bestows the spiritual gifts by which they serve God through His church. He enlightens and empowers the believer and the church in worship, evangelism, and service.
III. Man
Man is the special creation of God, made in His own image, created male and female as the crowning work of His creation. By his free choice man sinned against God and brought sin into the human race. Man, thus, fell from his original innocence, whereby his posterity inherits a nature and an environment inclined toward sin. Only the grace of God can bring man into His holy fellowship and enable man to fulfill the creative purpose of God. Every person of every race possesses full dignity and is worthy of respect and Christian love.
IV. Salvation
Salvation involves the redemption of the whole man, and is offered freely to all who accept Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Salvation includes regeneration, justification, sanctification, and glorification. A. Regeneration is a change of heart wrought by the Holy Spirit through conviction of sin. Justification is God's gracious and full acquittal upon principles of His righteousness of all sinners who repent and believe in Christ. Sanctification is the progress toward moral and spiritual maturity through the presence and power of the Holy Spirit dwelling in the believer. Glorification is the final blessed and abiding state of the redeemed.
V. Education
An adequate system of Christian education is necessary to a complete spiritual program for Christ's people. In Christian education there should be a proper balance between academic freedom and academic responsibility. The freedom of a teacher in a Christian school is limited by the pre-eminence of Jesus Christ, the authoritative nature of the Scriptures and by the distinct purpose for which the school exists.
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VI. The Family
God has ordained the family as the foundational institution of human society. It is composed of persons related to one another by marriage, blood, or adoption. Marriage is the uniting of one man and one woman in covenant commitment for a lifetime. Children, from the moment of conception, are a blessing and heritage from the Lord. Parents are to teach their children spiritual and moral values and to lead them, through consistent lifestyle example and loving discipline, to make choices based on biblical truth. Children are to honor and obey their parents.
STATEMENT OF PHILOSOPHY/PURPOSE
As a ministry of Iglesia Bautista Horeb, Horeb Christian School was established in 1982 with the purpose of providing an education based on Christian ideals and principles with high scholastic standards. As a result, the school maintains a close, harmonious relationship with the church. The school maintains a pre-school, elementary, middle and high school and is open to the general public regardless of race, color, or national or ethnic origin. We believe the Word of God is profitable for salvation, doctrine, correct living and instruction in righteousness (II Timothy 3:16).
Horeb Christian School is accredited by the Florida Council of Private Schools. The school is also a member of the Florida Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (FACCS), and all teaching faculty are FACCS certified teachers.
HCS is also accredited by the Florida Coalition of Christian Private Schools Accreditation (FCCPSA).
PURPOSE OF THIS HANDBOOK
The purpose of this handbook is to explain to the parents and students of Horeb Christian School our basic philosophy of education, discipline, and policies that will direct our relationship together throughout the year. If any problems or situations arise which are not discussed in this handbook, the administration and faculty will determine the course of action necessary to correct the problem.
We trust that this handbook will provide you with the information you need for a successful school year.
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GENERAL PHILOSOPHY AND OBJECTIVES
True wisdom is knowing God’s purpose for us in life, and also His plan for the ages. We believe that students are truly educated only when they have attained true wisdom. Proverbs 4:7 states: “Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom; and with all thy getting, get understanding”. Therefore, to instill wisdom in the life of its student body, Horeb Christian School - founded upon the authority of the Word of God, gives the bible pre-eminence by making it the foundation of the school curriculum, and emphasizes the fundamentals of the Christian faith.
The educational philosophy of Horeb Christian School is bible-based and Christ-centered. Since Jesus Christ is the integrating and unifying reality of all academic and extra-curricular activities, our teachers must be “born-again” Christians who are living a life of discipleship under His Lordship. We require that all our teachers be active members of a local church whose doctrines are acceptable to Iglesia Bautista Horeb. For teachers who are not members of Iglesia Bautista Horeb, we require a letter of active membership from their church.
The ultimate purpose of education at Horeb Christian School is to glorify God. We do this through the following foundational objectives:
• Provide students with an educational environment that will foster opportunity to become well-balanced, Christ-like persons through proper cognitive, physical, and social development.
• Encourage students in the development of wholesome Christian attitudes and values by example and by design.
• Broaden the students’ world view through a Christ-centered curriculum that recognizes all truth is from God.
• Instill in students a sense of responsibility for their own continued spiritual and intellectual growth.
• Lead students to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ (Mt. 16:26).
• Train students to know and to do the will of God (Ps. 16:8; Mt. 26:39).
• Convince students to stand firm for biblical principles (Ps. 119:46; Prov. 1:10).
• Teach students self-discipline through submission to God and all other authority (Rom. 13:1; Heb. 13:7; Ps. 40:8).
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SCHOOL PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Extended Care Program
In order to provide a secure and loving environment, Horeb Christian School offers before school care for students in K3 through 5th grade. Before school care is available in the cafeteria from 7:00 to 8:00 AM. Adult supervision is provided each school morning. After 8:00 AM, all students in K3 through 5th grade should report directly to their classrooms. This service is provided free of charge.
The After School Care program is available to all K2-12th grade parents who would like for their child to remain at school after their school day has ended. The After School Care Program is available until 6:00 p.m. Additional fees will apply. Please refer to the Tuition Rates and Fees Schedule for information regarding the cost of the program. If a student is not picked up at the proper time, the child will be taken to After School Care and the parents will be charged accordingly.
The Preschool Program
It is our philosophy that early childhood should be a time of fun, warmth, security, exploration, and discovery. Preschool children are creative and receptive. Our program strives to nurture and encourage these qualities in our students.
Our purpose is to provide an atmosphere that encourages the spiritual, social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth and development in your child as a whole.
Planned within the framework of philosophy and purpose, the curriculum includes sharing and conversation time, stories, songs, finger plays, creative art activities, learning about our community helpers, exposure to shapes, colors, numbers, and letters. The Bible curriculum is included in the academic program each day and is interwoven into each academic area.
The Elementary Program
The Elementary Department has a well-rounded academic, social, physical, and spiritual program to offer students in K5 through 5th grade.
Kindergarten students have a daily afternoon rest period. The school will provide sleeping mats. However, the child is to bring a flat twin bed sheet or small blanket, identified with the child’s name. Bedding is to be taken home each Friday, laundered, and returned on the following Monday.
We want to instill in our students a positive attitude toward learning. Through a Bible based curriculum which includes Bible, Phonics, Reading, Writing, Math, Science, Music/Band, Physical Education, Art, Spanish, Language/English, and Computer Skills, we strive to provide students with the necessary tools to achieve academic success.
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At HCS, we provide an atmosphere that promotes self-esteem and encourages the acceptance of others. The word of God is taught daily to help mold each student’s character, which is one of the most important aspects of our students’ development.
The Secondary Program
The secondary level of Horeb Christian School is designed to give our students the necessary foundation to live out God’s plan for their lives. Every student is different. Some students desire to enter the work force immediately after high school. Other students desire to pursue a technical education. Most students aspire to enter college. Whichever direction a student believes God wants him/her to take, our school is committed to giving him/her a good beginning.
Our main goal, beyond the academic, is to prepare our students spiritually. Through our curriculum, bible classes, chapel, and spiritual emphasis, our students learn that “all truth is God’s truth” and that God’s truth sets a person free to reach his/her highest potential.
The School Day
K3 – K4 8:15 A.M. - 2:15 P.M.
K5 8:15 A.M. - 2:15 P.M.
1st – 5th Grade 8:15 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.
6th -12th Grade 8:30 A.M. - 3:20 P.M.
No child should be left at school after 6:00 P.M. There is an additional fee charged for children left after 6:00 P.M.
Graduation Requirements
The secondary school conducts an articulation process at least twice a year whereby each student is given information and current updates regarding high school credits and graduation requirements. High school students and their parents are required to attend an orientation at the beginning of each academic year to receive detailed information on graduation requirements as prescribed by the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE). Additionally, all 12th grade students receive a Senior Handbook that outlines and reiterates information pertinent to the student progression plan. This is a comprehensive and resourceful handbook that emphasizes detailed graduation information and requirements in the post secondary transition process. The School Guidance Counselor meets regularly with all secondary level students to assess proper academic student progression. Also, a “Graduation Requirement” form is maintained for each high school student and updated regularly as a means to monitor and maintain each student’s academic progression.
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ADMISSIONS POLICIES & PROCEDURES
1. Students seeking admission must meet specific criteria for their grade level.
2. All required forms and documents must be submitted, and fees paid, before admission and registration are considered.
3. Each new student is admitted on a probationary period. If the student is making acceptable progress and adjusting to the school by the end of the first quarter (nine-week period), the probation will be lifted. If the adjustment is not satisfactory, the probationary period may be extended, or the student may be withdrawn.
4. Parents, guardians, and students should read the Handbook/Registration Guide for information regarding the school’s policies, rules, discipline procedures, and calendar. It is your responsibility to be familiar with the contents.
5. The Statement of Cooperation must be signed by the student and his/her parent/guardian.
6. All after all required documents have been received and the student has completed the entrance exam (incoming K5-12th grade students), a family interview is scheduled with the Principal.
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Preschool (K3 – K4)
1. All students entering K3 must be 3 years old by September 1st. All students entering K4 must be 4 years old by September 1st. All students entering K5 must be 5 years old by September 1st. All students entering 1st grade must be 6 years old by September 1st. These guidelines are established by the State of Florida and it is a policy of Horeb Christian School.
2. All K3-K4 students must be COMPLETELY toilet trained.
3. Each family must present the student’s original birth certificate, and social security card at registration.
4. All entering students are REQUIRED to have a current physical and updated record of immunization. These health records should be filed in the school upon registration. Students will not be allowed to enter Horeb Christian School until these records are received.
5. There are no academic prerequisites.
6. Pacifiers and bottles are not permitted.
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Elementary (Grades K5-5)
1. All students must meet the established age requirements of the State of Florida.
2. All new students will be tested by Horeb Christian School prior to admission. There is a $50.00 testing fee.
3. Each family must present the student’s latest achievement test results (S.A.T.) and the last report card issued to the student by the previous school.
4. Students whose entrance exam scores are below grade level may:
 be recommended for summer school, or
 be required to repeat a grade.
5. A satisfactory conduct report from the student’s previous school must be presented.
6. Each family is required to present the student’s original birth certificate and social security card.
7. All entering students are REQUIRED to have a current physical exam and up-dated record of immunization. These health records should be filed in the school office upon registration. Students will not be allowed to enter Horeb Christian School until these records are received.
Secondary School Admission Policy (Grades 6-12)
1. Admission decisions are based upon the following:
A) The student’s academic progress and preparation to successfully perform at the grade level he/she is entering.
B) The student’s record of conduct and behavior, as well as, our assessment of his/her ability and desire to be a constructive and positive influence within the school community.
C) All middle and high school students seeking admission for the first time at HCS must be interviewed with the assigned administrator to determine their desire for enrolling. Both students and parents/guardians must have a positive attitude about attending HCS. Both parents/guardian and student must be committed to cooperate in the spiritual, academic, and social life of the school.
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2. Academic Acceptance
A) Copies of the most recent report card and the latest achievement test scores (S.A.T.)
B) Satisfactory conduct report from previous school.
C) Three letters of recommendations one from the Principal and two from teachers.
3. Registration
A) Each family must present the student’s original birth certificate and social security card.
B) All entering students are REQUIRED to have a current physical exam and updated record of immunization. Students will not enter Horeb Christian School until these records are received.
ENROLLMENT PROCEDURES
RE-ENROLLMENT PROCEDURES
A) Completion of ALL registration forms by parents.
B) Satisfactory academic work, conduct and work habits (completion of summer school program, if required).
C) Parent’s wholehearted support of Horeb Christian School’s philosophy and policies.
D) Parent’s agreement to maintain current financial obligations. No students will be enrolled if there are outstanding fees due to the school.
E) Required health forms for students, if needed.
Current record of immunization: in accordance with Florida state law, students will not be permitted to attend school until these required health records are on file.
TRANSFER STUDENT PROCEDURES
Students who wish to transfer to another school will receive updated official transcripts once all financial obligations have been met. The school’s grading scale will be included as part of the official transcripts/report cards to assist receiving school in providing accurate educational placement for the student. Compliance with The State Board of Education Rules will apply in the transfer procedure.
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COMMUNITY SERVICE
As required by Horeb Christian School and the State of Florida, Department of Education, each student must complete 100 hours of Community service in order to graduate.
25 Hours by the end of the 9th grade
50 Hours by the end of the 10th grade
75 Hours by the end of the 11th grade
100 Hours by the end of the 12th grade
Letter Grades: U = Unsatisfactory
S = Satisfactory
Effort: 1 - Excellent
2 - Satisfactory
3 - Unsatisfactory
Average. HCS calculates overall average based on number of courses taken. This includes any classes repeated in Summer School due to failure (“F”) or repeated for reinforcement (“D”).
Grade Point Average (GPA). Colleges and universities weigh GPA when determining scholarship potential. HCS calculates overall GPA by dividing the total number of courses taken (including Summer School) into the total number of points earned.
Please refer any questions regarding individual class grades to your child’s teachers. Any questions regarding overall average and GPA may be referred to the administration.
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Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program
The Bright Futures Program rewards the states highest achieving and hardest working high school graduates. Through Bright Futures, 75-100% of tuition and fees are paid for a qualified high school graduate who enters a Florida University, Community college, or Certified vocational/technical program.
There are two (2) scholarship types with different criteria for which Horeb Christian students are eligible. The student’s counselor has specific information on the eligibility criteria, including which course must be taken to qualify.
Florida Academic Scholars
· 100% tuition and fees + $600.
· 15 college prep credits
· 3.5 weighted GPA
· 1270 SAT/28 ACT
· 75 hours of community service
Florida Medallion Scholars
· 75% tuition and fees
· 15 college prep credits
· 3.0 weighted GPA
· 970 SAT/20 ACT
Credits Required for Graduation
· Class of 2006/2007 - 28 credits
· 75 hours - Community Services
Horeb Christian School Graduation Requirements
4 Bible (1 credit for each year at HCS)
4 English (3 with substantial writing)
3 Mathematics (Algebra 1 and above)
4 Natural Science (2 with substantial lab)
3 Social Science
2 Foreign Language (in the same language)
1 Physical Education (not in the 9th grade)
8 Electives
29 Total Credits Required
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ATHLETICS
Horeb Christian School participates in various sports under the jurisdiction of the Florida High School Activities Association (FHSAA). All students participating in any sports activity must meet the standard of academic achievement set forth by the FHSAA. The sports offered at Horeb Christian are:
 Boys Baseball (varsity) Elementary League (2nd - 5th )
 Boys Basketball (varsity and junior varsity) Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer
 Girls Basketball (varsity)
 Girls Softball (varsity)
 Girls Volleyball (varsity and junior varsity)
 Girls Cheerleading (varsity and junior varsity)
Athletic Eligibility
Horeb Christian School also participates in the Private Schools Association League. FHSAA handbook for 2002-2003 school year states: “11.2.1- In order to be eligible to participate in interscholastic activities, a student entering the ninth grade after July 1, 1997 must maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or above on a 4.0 unweighted scale, or its equivalent, in the courses required by s.232.246 (1) Florida Statutes.” Horeb Christian School’s policy, however, is that you maintain a 2.0 grade point average in each subject area.
So that participation in sports does not interfere with a student’s academic progress at school, Horeb Christian has set forth general guidelines of eligibility.
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 Students whose discipline record is judged unsatisfactory by the Principal shall be excused from participation in any sport or organization until such time that their record shows satisfactory improvement.
 Students who are placed on disciplinary probation cannot attend any school function.
 Students who withdraw or are asked to leave the school may not attend any school function without permission from the Administration.
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Progress Reports
Progress Reports will be issued to students four times a year. Parents/guardians are encouraged to contact teachers concerning courses where students are doing below average.
Dates for progress reports are listed on the general school calendar. Students who alter or delete information recorded on their progress reports will be subject to disciplinary action.
Report Cards
Report cards are issued four times a year, at the end of each quarter, only if all financial obligations have been met.
GRADING SCALE
Letter Grades: Low High Weight
A + 99 100 4.30
A 93 98 4.0
A - 90 92 3.7
B + 87 89 3.3
B 83 86 3.0
B - 80 82 2.7
C + 77 79 2.3
C 73 76 2.0
C - 70 72 1.7
D + 67 69 1.3
D 63 66 1.0
D - 62 60 1.0
F 0 59 0.0
Transcripts
During a student’s senior year, they may request several high school transcripts to be mailed to colleges or universities. There is a $5 charge per college or university. Students need to complete a form in the front office which includes the college or university address and attach the payment in order for the request to be completed. At the end of the school year, the graduating senior must inform the record’s secretary which college or university requires their final transcript. There is no additional charge for this transcript. Final transcripts will not be issued to any senior who has not fully satisfied all academic and financial obligations.
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Course Offerings
Preschool – 6th Grade Core Subjects Preschool – 6th Grade Electives
Bible Art
Math Music
Language Arts Computers
Handwriting Physical Education
Reading Spanish
Spelling Library
Social Studies
Science
Middle School Core Subjects Middle School Electives
7th Grade 8th Grade Physical Education/Health
Bible Bible Art
English 7 English 8 Introduction to Computers
Math 7 Math 8 Musical Theatre
Life Science Earth and Space Science Florida Virtual School
History History Teacher’s Aide
High School Core Subjects
9th Grade 10th Grade
Bible Bible
English I or English I Honors English II or English II Honors
Algebra I or Algebra I Honors Geometry or Geometry Honors
Physical Science or Physical Science Honors Biology or Biology Honors
Geography World History
11th Grade 12th Grade
Bible Bible
English III English IV
Algebra II Algebra and Trigonometry for College Readiness Chemistry with Lab Anatomy and Physiology
US History US Government/Economics
High School Electives
Personal Fitness/Life Management
Art
Introduction to Computers
Musical Theatre
Spanish I
French I
Yearbook
Florida Virtual School
Teacher’s Aide
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Homework
Homework assignments can be accessed through Info Direct. Homework is an essential part of the school program, and teachers are at liberty to give homework to encourage each student to advance in his/her studies. Homework is designated to meet individual student needs, is assigned for drill, practice, remedial purposes, and special projects. Parents should see that homework is completed.
Failure to complete homework will result in lower grades on the report card. Poorly completed homework will also result in a lower grade.
Make-Up Work
Students who are absent must check with all of their classroom teachers immediately upon returning to school in order to obtain all of their missed assignments. Assignments are also available through Info Direct.
Students will have one day to make up assignments for each day absent unless given special permission by the individual teacher. A student must be absent for two days before a test is given in order to be excused from that test. If excused, the test must be taken within two days. If the student is absent only one day prior to the test, the student must take the test the day he/she returns.
Teachers will not assign “extra credit” work in order to give a student a passing grade. The exception to this would be work missed due to an extended illness or other absence.
Help Classes
All teachers may announce help classes for their students at their discretion.
Senior Trip
Each senior class, along with their senior advisor may choose a destination within the continental United States, to be submitted to the administration for review and final approval no later than December. The trip will be no more that 5 school days. Each student planning on going on the trip is ultimately responsible for their individual fares and expenses. Trips on any commercial cruise line will not be considered. The purpose of the trip is spiritual, educational and social.
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Eligibility
Students receiving more than one failing grade or having less than a 2.0 average will be placed on academic probation. A student will be removed from probation after the next grading period if there is no more than o e failing grade and the grade point average is above 2.0. Academic probation includes the following:
1. Loss of the privilege to participate in athletics and/or after school clubs.
2. Loss of the privilege to be excused from any class period, except as the principal directs.
3. Students who remain on academic probation for two consecutive grading periods will be liable for dismissal.
Athletes who receive 10 or more demerits in one week (or who are suspended) will become ineligible for the next grade after the demerits/suspension.
Promotion Policies
K5 – 5th grade
Students will be promoted upon completion of the prescribed course of study and subjective evaluation by the classroom teacher and principal.
6th, 7th, and 8th grades
Students must pass all core subjects consisting of English, math, science, and social studies. A student who fails one subject will not be promoted. A student who does not maintain a 60 average in a subject will be required to attend summer school for that subject.
9th – 12th grade
A student will be considered a 10th grade student when six high school credits have been earned including English I. A student will be considered an 11th grade student when 12 high school credits have been earned including English II. A student will be considered a 12th grade student when 18 high school credits have been earned including English III.
Standardized Testing
The following standardized tests are administered to H.C.S. Students:
K-5 – 11th Grade SAT
10th Grade – PLAN
11th Grade – PSAT, ACT
12th Grade – SAT
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College Planning and Guidance
Horeb’s School Identification Number is 100670. This number has been assigned by the College Board and should be used on all applications, scholarships, and college entrance exams.
Department of Guidance and Counseling
The role of the Department of Guidance and Counseling is to assist the student’s personal and academic needs. The counseling programs are designed to provide direction toward the achievement of the student’s future goals and objectives.
Personal Counseling and Support
· Personal counseling
· Peer relationships
· Social skills
· Personal conflicts
Academic Counseling
· Student curriculum advisement
· Schedule advisement
· Tutoring referrals
Career Counseling
· Career awareness surveys
· Interpretation of surveys
· Junior college packets
· College visits
· College videos
· College application process
· College recommendations
· Scholarship information
· Financial aid information
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Financial Policies
1. A non-refundable registration fee must accompany the application for admission.
2. Family Payment Plan Options - Families may select from one of the following payment plans:11 monthly payments (July through May), 10 monthly payments (August through May), or one full payment.
3. All families must sign the Statement of Financial Responsibility.
4. Full tuition will be charged until the student is officially withdrawn from school. Any portion of the month is considered a month.
5. If full payment is made prior to August 1st a 5% discount will be issued to the account.
6. Monthly payments are due on the 1st of the month. Tuition payments received after the 10th of the month are subject to a $25.00 late fee.
7. Please expect a $30.00 service charge for any checks received that are returned by the bank for insufficient funds. All returned checks must be paid by money order or cash (NO checks will be re-deposited). Only ONE returned check a year is allowed. Accounts with more than one returned check will be placed on a cash or money order payment basis.
8. If there is an account balance at the end of the month, parents will be asked to keep the student(s) home until the account is brought current.
9. NO official records will be released, including report cards, transcripts, progress reports, achievement test scores when an account has an outstanding balance. A school account is considered outstanding if the balance is not current by the last day of each month.
10. Tuition for students completing K5, 5th, and 12th grade must be paid in full before the student is allowed to participate in the graduation ceremony.
11. If a previous year’s balance remains unpaid on the first day of school, we reserve the right to refuse re-admission of the student. Should this be necessary, the student will be re-admitted following payment of all outstanding fees due to the school.
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Tuition/Fees
Tuition: This is the basic annual cost of your child’s education (177 school days).
Multiple Student Discount: Horeb Christian School provides a discount to families with more than one child attending K3 through 12th grade.
2 students $200.00 annual tuition reduction
3 students $300.00 annual tuition reduction
4 students $400.00 annual tuition reduction
Extended Care Fees
Students enrolled in K3 – 12th grades who will require after school care on a regular basis should enroll in this program. This program is available from 3:30 - 6:00 p.m. and is to be paid the first of each month in the school office.
K3 to 12th Grade $110.00 monthly per child
Students picked up after 6:00 p.m. will be charged $1.00 per minute. Parents are responsible to pick them up after 3:00 p.m. K3 - 12th graders NOT PICKED UP by 3:50 p.m. will automatically be placed in Extended Care where hourly charges will be assessed. This charge will be billed monthly at a rate of $6.00 per hour.
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Dress Code/Uniforms Information
1. Students will need to comply with the following “Dress Code”. No deviation will be acceptable.
A) NO excuse will be accepted for any violation of the dress code. It is suggested that parents purchase at least two sets of uniforms. Personal cleanliness and neatness is an important lesson. Uniforms should be neat and clean with no rips or tears. IF NOT IN REGULATION UNIFORM, STUDENTS WILL BE SENT HOME TO CHANGE.
B) No hats, headbands, bandanas, or combs are to be worn.
C) Uniforms must be purchased from the official uniform company.
D) No pins, buttons, or clothing, considered by the administration to be of an offensive nature, will be permitted in school or at school related functions.
E) Students enrolled in physical education courses must wear official P.E. uniforms to receive credit for the day.
F) Students are not permitted to alter or change any part of their uniform.
G) The uniform shirt or blouse must be worn even if a jacket or sweatshirt is worn over it. It must be tucked in.
H) Only the top button of the shirt may be unbuttoned.
2. Jewelry
Girls -
 Earrings with hoops over one inch in diameter or in excess of one inch in length are not permitted.
 One pair of earrings may be worn at the earlobe.
 Only one thin chain may be worn inside the shirt or blouse.
 Chokers are not permitted.
 Nose rings, tongue rings, tattoos, etc., are not permitted.
Boys -
 Earrings are not permitted.
 Only one thin chain may be worn inside the shirt.
“You shall not make any cuttings in your flesh…nor tattoo any marks on yourselves…”Leviticus 19:28
3. Make Up (secondary)
Girls –
 Eye makeup should be simple, not excessive or dark.
 Lipstick needs to be as natural as possible, not dark colors. Lips should
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not be outlined.
 Nail polish should be natural colors, not dark.
 Face make-up needs to be as natural as possible, not excessive or dark.
 Girls in grades lower than 6th grade are not permitted any make-up.
 Girls in grades lower than 6th grade are not permitted fake nails.
NOTE: Boys or girls in violation of make-up rules will be asked to remove it. If not, the student will be sent home. Other disciplinary action may be implemented.
4. Hair
Girls -
 Hair should not reflect bizarre trends in color or style.
 Hair ornaments (bows, clips, headbands, etc) need to be coordinated with the uniform and not reflect a fashion trend.
 Excessive braids or extreme hair styles are not permitted.
 Girls in elementary are not permitted to streak or color their hair.
Boys -
 Hair should be short on sides and never touch shirt collar or ears.
 Extreme cuts, wedges, line, coloring or shaved heads are not permitted.
 Hairstyles are subject to the approval of the administration.
 Hair should not meet or go below the eyebrow.
 Hair should be kept neat and clean.
 Hairstyles should not reflect bizarre trends (dreads, spikes, punk). It should be cut in a traditional way.
 Boys should not dye (streak) their hair.
NOTE: Boys must be clean-shaven. Sideburns may not be lower than the middle of the ear. Violation of these rules will result in the student being sent home. Other disciplinary action may be taken.
Parents should wear modest attire while on HCS campus. Smoking is not permitted on HCS PROPERTY. We must continually set examples for our students.
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School Uniforms
K3 & K4 Girls:
 Short Sleeves Polo Shirt
 Pull -Up Skort
 Khaki, Black, Gray Pull-Up Pants
K3 & K4 Boys:
 Khaki, Black, Gray Pull-Up Pants
 Short Sleeves Polo Shirt
K5-5th Grade Girls:
 Jumper (must wear shorts underneath), or
 Skort with Front and Back Flap, or
 Khaki, Black, Gray Pants
 Short Sleeves Polo Shirt
K5-5th Grade Boys:
 Khaki Pants
 White Shirt with 3 Stripe Collar and Sleeves (Burgundy / White / Gold)
6th – 12th Grade Girls:
 Khaki, Black, Gray Pants
 Short Sleeve Polo
6th – 12th Grade Boys:
 Khaki, Black, Gray Pants
 Short Sleeve Polo
PE Uniforms:
 Horeb P.E. T-Shirt
 Horeb P.E. Shorts
 Sneakers (White, Black, or Gray)
 Socks – White
All Girls and Boys:
 Black or Brown Belt to be worn with pants
 Sneakers (White, Black, or Gray)
 Socks – White
 NO HEELY’S ARE PERMITTED
 NO BACKLESS TENNIS SHOES ARE PERMITTED
Winter Cover-Ups: (From Ibiley School Uniforms or HCS Athletic Dept.)
 Official School Jacket, Sweatshirt, Cardigan, or Rugby shirt, with HCS logo.
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Cold Weather Alternative
All Girls and Boys:
 Solid color sweatshirt, long sleeve shirt, or turtleneck may be worn under polo shirts (white, black, or gray).
All Girls:
 White, Black, or Gray leggings, or tights may be worn under jumpers/culottes.
All student uniforms must be purchased from our contracted uniform company:
Ibiley Uniforms
4359 W 16 Ave.
Hialeah, Florida 33014
Phone (305) 625-8050
School Office
The School Office hours are 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. When visiting the school for any reason, please go directly to the Office. The receptionist will direct you to the person you need to see.
School Visitation Policy
1. Parents wishing to visit the school must make arrangements through the School office. Students wishing to visit the school may do so only if parental interest is shown by initiating admission procedures.
2. By STATE LAW, students not enrolled at HCS may not be on the premises for any reason during the school day without authorization from the School office.
Helpful Hints for Parents
1. Clearly mark all clothing with your child’s name, especially cover-ups.
2. The transition from leaving mother and father at the door and entering our classrooms may be a little uneasy for younger students. Please be assured that we understand your concern, but we ask that you do not linger or come into the classroom. We need to make that initial contact with your child a pleasant daily habit. Please be positive and firm with your child in your attitude and tone when leaving your child with us. If any uneasiness does occur, it will most likely dissipate within a few weeks. Some children take a little longer to adjust than others; please give our teachers an opportunity to help your child adjust quickly.
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Health Department Requirements
The following are required for each child to be enrolled in Horeb Christian School, these forms may be obtained from a private physician or the Dade County Health Department:
1. A Florida Certification of Immunization.
2. A health history and Medical Examination must be on file for each child. This must be done by an attending physician.
Health Department Requirement/Immunization Guidelines
Certificate of Immunization Supplements for 7th - 9th Grade
requirement (Department of Health Form 680-Part A-2)
(Children entering, attending, or transferring to grades 7, 8 or 9 are required to complete vaccination against hepatitis B, a second dose of measles vaccine (preferably MMR), and a tetanus-diphtheria booster. Each subsequent year thereafter, the next highest grade will be included in the requirements. If a child’s immunization is in force at the time of entrance but expire while enrolled, immunization MUST BE UPDATED. This is for your child’s protection as well as for the protection of the other children in the school.
Communicable Diseases Policy
Horeb Christian School desires to maintain a healthful school environment by instituting controls designed to prevent the spread of communicable diseases. We will work cooperatively with local and state agencies to enforce and adhere to the state health codes for prevention, control, and containment of communicable, notifiable, and other known diseases in the school. The term “communicable disease” shall mean an illness which arises as a result of a specific infectious agent which may be transmitted either directly or indirectly by a susceptible host, infected person or animal to another person.
Horeb Christian School will exclude a child from school who is out of compliance with the required immunization schedule. School personnel will complete and coordinate all immunization data, waivers, and exclusions, including the necessary Immunization Assessment Program forms to provide for preventable communicable, notifiable, or other known diseases and/or infestation control.
Horeb Christian School cooperates with local, county, and state agencies to enforce and adhere to the state health codes for the prevention, control, and containment of communicable, notifiable, and other known diseases. All reportable communicable diseases will be referred to the local health unit by the school.
The school must be notified immediately if the student or another member of his/her family has contracted a communicable disease or infestation that may pose a risk of transmission to other students or Horeb Christian School employees.
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Each communicable disease or infestation case will be evaluated pursuant to Horeb Christian School’s policy administered by the administration.
Students with infectious illnesses or conditions, such as infections of the skin or eyes, head lice, etc., must receive proper treatment from a physician and a note approving their return to the classroom.
No child will be allowed in class with:
1. Significant elevation of temperature.
2. Skin rash: undiagnosed or not under treatment.
3. Inflamed and/or infectious eyes (pink eye, conjunctivitis, etc).
4. Sore Throat.
5. Vomiting or Diarrhea.
If a child becomes ill at school, he/she will be isolated and the parents called. Parents should make arrangements for the child to be picked up within an hour after the contact is made.
In case of surgery, fractures, or prolonged illnesses, a note from the physician should be presented to the school office regarding any limitations on activities or requests for special consideration.
Parents should inform the teacher or administration of any irregularities in the child’s routine. Such things include the hospitalization of another member of the family, the death of a member of the family or a pet, the extended absence of someone dear to the child, or involvement in an accident. This will help us to better understand and meet the needs of your child. Circumstances which might cause a change in the child’s behavior or mood should be explained, to the teacher and/or administration. This will allow us the opportunity to pray with the child, and to make allowances necessary for the child’s emotional, academic, and/or spiritual welfare.
Parents are required to provide Horeb Christian School with an emergency number for their child. This phone number must be for someone who is authorized to act in the parent’s behalf should an emergency arise. (Grandparents, aunts, uncles, etc.) THIS POLICY IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT. The only persons who will be permitted to remove a student from school are those designated on the admission form or subsequently authorized in writing. When the student is picked up, the preauthorized person must sign a checkout sheet, indicating the time of removal.
Administration of Medication to Students
If a child requires medication, we will administer it to the child ONLY if the following requirement is met:
A medication release form signed by a parent; stating the name of the child, name of medication, dosage, and times to be given.
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Attendance Policy
When a child is absent, a note is required from the parent stating the reason for the absence and the dates of absence. If illness is the reason, a release from the attending physician may be required. If no note is provided, the parent may be contacted, and the student may receive an “un-excused” absence.
1. Please call the school office by 7:45 a.m. to notify us if your child will be absent on a particular day. If there are several days of absences in a row, please call us for each day of your child’s absence.
2. Upon your child’s return to school, a written note signed by a parent or a guardian explaining the absence is still required. This note should be turned in to the child’s teacher in the elementary school.
3. Without a note signed by the parent, the absence will be considered un-excused. Work may not be made up if the absence is unexcused, and may result in a grade point average reduction.
4. An excused absence allows a student to make up all assignments and tests.
5. ABSENCES: A written excuse signed by a parent is necessary for each absence including the specific reason for the absence before it is excused. Students absent for a period of one month will be automatically withdrawn, unless other arrangements have been previously made through the school administration.
6. More than 18 absences during the school year (including accumulated unexcused tardies) may require the student to repeat the entire grade (Florida Statute Section 232.10). The decision to issue credit to students with excessive absences is entirely at the discretion of the Administration.
7. A doctor’s note is required for students who are absent more than 3 days.
8. Secondary students (6th-12th grade) absent more than 9 days in one semester are subject to losing credit for the semester.
9. All absences will be unexcused unless a student has a note from home indicating illness, death in the family, a medical appointment, or absence has been cleared by the administration.
10. Unexcused early dismissals will accumulate and add up to unexcused absences.
11. Middle School and High School students arriving 20 minutes late to any class will be considered absent for that subject or period.
12. Early dismissals should be avoided. In the event of an urgent need, your child must present a signed note from the parent or legal guardian at the school office. If an emergency, early dismissal is phoned in, a parent or legal guardian must sign the
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student out at the school office. Early dismissals for vacations, fishing trips, shopping, etc. will be considered as unexcused.
13. Students with five or more tardies in a grading period are not eligible to receive a perfect attendance award.
14. If a student leaves early, the student is responsible for any makeup work (test, quizzes, class work, etc.) The teacher will not be responsible for re-teaching any missed material as a result of an early dismissal.
Tardiness Policy
Tardiness, even in Preschool, is detrimental to the child and disrupts the educational process in the classroom.
1. Every five tardies (late arrival to school) will result in one unexcused absence.
2. Middle School and High School students arriving 20 minutes late to school or any class thereafter will be considered absent from that class, not tardy.
3. No student is allowed to come to school after 11:30am - unless he/she comes from a doctor’s office with a doctor’s note.
Orientation Meetings
Early Childhood teachers meet for one full week before the opening of school for orientation and in-service training. Before school begins, parents are invited to an open house/orientation event in their child’s classroom. During the first two weeks of school, the teachers work with the students in following classroom routines and developing proper classroom habits.
Our school also hosts an Open House for prospective families once a month during the school day from February through May. At each Open House, families are given a tour of the school and are able to enter classrooms and observe first-hand the quality education that our school has to offer. The tour is followed with a “Meet and Greet” in the library with members of our PTF. Curriculum samples by grade level are also on display for prospective families to review. Our office staff is readily available to answer questions regarding admissions and the registration process. Each prospective family is given a school folder with school information, registration forms, curriculum guides, and other pertinent information that showcases the school.
Parent-Teacher Conferences
A parent may request a meeting with a teacher (or group of teachers) at any time during the school year as the need arises. Parents are encouraged to communicate regularly with the teachers through email or by contacting the school office. Parents have access to their student’s grades, discipline record, assignments, and other helpful information through the school’s on-line School Dynamics program (Info Direct).
Parent/teacher conferences take place before or after school hours, or during teacher
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planning periods. Teacher Planning Days scheduled during the school year also give parents and/or teachers the opportunity to coordinate parent/teacher conferences.
Parent Organizations
The Parent Teacher Fellowship meetings take place on a quarterly basis. These meetings afford a great opportunity for ideas, concerns, discernment, prayer, and fellowship to take place. All efforts serve to enhance student lives, promote the mission and vision of HCS, and to grow more into the image and likeness of Jesus Christ.
Problems
Occasionally, during the course of the year, misunderstandings or problems may arise between the teacher and student, teacher and parent, or parent and administration. HCS has established a policy for amicably resolving these situations as follows:
1. All questions and concerns relating to a child’s academic or disciplinary progress must first be brought to the teacher.
2. If the situation is not resolved at the teacher level, it should be taken to the school Principal.
Parental Expulsion
Parents who are verbally abusive, habitually rude, demanding or disrespectful, engaging in personal attacks on teachers and administrators, demeaning and threatening them constitutes grounds for expulsion of the parent. This is done for the health of the school community and the protection of the faculty.
Surveys
The 12th grade students are given an exit survey to complete toward the end of the school year. From this survey, the administration identifies areas that need further development. At the present time, HCS does not have a formal survey and/or questionnaire in place, but is looking to implement the use of online surveys to obtain feedback from parents.
Transportation
Horeb Christian School does not have an established car pooling service for families at this time. The school does not provide bus transportation for students to use to and from their homes; however, a Horeb Christian School bus is used for transporting student athletes to and from games held off campus.
All drivers at Horeb Christian School are required to maintain CDL status. Horeb Christian School has one CDL driver on staff. Drivers transporting 15 passengers or less must be 25 years of age and maintain a good DL status. All local, state, and federal government policies will be managed by the school’s insurance company.
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Lunch Program
Lunch may be brought from home, pre purchased through the school office, or purchased in the cafeteria during lunch hours.
The child’s lunch should be in a lunch box clearly identified with the child’s name on the outside as well as on any containers inside. Food and drinks should be in containers that will keep them cold or hot as needed.
Bringing lunches from outside restaurants (ex. Mc Donald’s, Pizza, Burger King, etc.) are not permitted.
Lunch Time:
A. Students must sit in the area assigned to them.
B. Students are expected to speak in a quiet voice during lunch.
C. Students may leave the table only with the teacher’s permission.
D. Students are expected to pick up after themselves in the cafeteria.
E. NOTE: VISITORS ARE NOT PERMITTED INSIDE THE CAFETERIA DURING
LUNCH TIME.
Lockers
A locker is assigned to each Secondary student at the beginning of the school year. Students must purchase a school lock from the main office and must use it throughout the school year. The school lockers are the property of Horeb Christian School and are subject to random searches by authorized school personnel. The school is not responsible for any lost or stolen items.
Library
The library is open one hour each day after school to provide a place for students to work on their homework, check out books, or use the library computers to conduct online research, use Ticket to Read, Reading Plus or complete A.R. quizzes. If a teacher assigns a group project, students may also use the computers in the library for research purposes.
Bookstore
For your convenience, our bookstore stocks all your school supply needs as well as, gifts, and novelty items. The bookstore is open daily from 7:30 a.m. to 9: 00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m to 4:00 p.m
Lost and Found
Lost and found is located in the school office.
Toys
Toys are not permitted on school grounds at any time. Exceptions may be approved by teachers requiring the use of a toy for “show and tell” or some other special project. All exceptions, however, must be teacher-approved prior to bringing in a toy.
Pictures
Early in the school year, a professional photographer will take pictures of the children for the school yearbook. Parents may purchase separate pictures of their child.
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Birthdays
Due to scheduling and space limitations, birthdays are not to be celebrated in the classrooms. You may bring Cup-Cakes to be served during lunch time only. Do not bring in a cake, as cutting is not permitted.
Field Trips
Educational Field Trips may take place during the school year. For students desiring to participate, a parental release form must be signed and turned in prior to the field trip. These will be provided by the teacher. Because field trips are a part of the educational process of our school, teachers will limit the number of parents who will serve as chaperons. Please respect this rule. If a parent or guardian shows up uninvited, both the parent/guardian and the child will be excluded from the field trip.
Field trips are a privilege. Students deciding to attend a field trip are to accept full responsibility for his/her actions while on the trip.
Holidays
Please refer to the school calendar for holidays observed throughout the school year.
School Closures
Because of the uncertainty of the weather in South Florida, please be advised that HCS will follow Miami-Dade County Schools with regards to closing the school due to the weather, including hurricane conditions. If it is announced in the media that all Miami-Dade County Schools are closed, we will also be closed. Should parents have any questions, they should call our school office.
Fundraising
Horeb Christian School participates in various school-wide fundraising projects throughout the school year to support our PTF. Specific groups within the school such as athletics and dance may also participate in fundraising activities throughout the school year, which require prior approval from the administration before conducting the specific fundraising event(s).
Fire Drills
1. The fire drill signal is a constant ringing of the fire bell.
2. Students will listen for the teacher’s instructions.
3. Students are not to talk in or out of the building.
4. Students are to stay calm and in line.
5. Students are to walk quickly; no running or pushing.
6. Students are to stay with the teacher and class at all times.
7. Specific instructions are posted in each classroom.
8. Violations of #B-F may result in disciplinary action.
Discipline
Students are subject to discipline up to and including expulsion for inappropriate behavior or failure to abide by school rules.
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Student Conduct-Personal Behavior
Students are representatives of Horeb Christian School whether on or off Campus and at any school-related event. Therefore, students are expected to act like Christian ladies and gentlemen and reflect pride in being part of Horeb Christian School.
CLASSROOMS:
Students should be seated and ready for work by the time the bell rings. A quiet and disciplined classroom is essential for effective teaching and learning. Students are expected to be courteous and orderly at all times. Respect and consideration for teachers and fellow students are mandatory. Under no circumstance will insolence (quarrelsome behavior, argumentative, or sassy), insubordination (deliberate refusal to obey a reasonable request made by school personnel), or similar misconduct, be tolerated. No food or drink is allowed in the classroom.
HALLWAY/WALKWAYS:
For student safety, order in the walkways must be maintained, especially when changing classes. Students should exit classrooms and move in a safe and considerate manner. Staying to the right of the hallway/walkway in which they travel allows traffic to move quickly and safely. Running, littering, unnecessary noise, and loitering are improper behaviors and will not be tolerated.
CHAPEL:
1. Upon entering the temple, go directly to your seat.
2. Sit up in your seat, do not slouch or sleep.
3. When the speaker steps up to the microphone, it is a signal to become quiet and attentive.
4. Show respect to those performing or speaking.
5. Middle / High School students must take their bibles to chapel.
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Violations of School Rules
As a general guideline for students and parents, this list of offenses is judged to be serious in terms of violation of school policy.
A. SERIOUS OFFENSES are those that would seriously damage the reputation of the individual, Horeb Christian School, or violate a major school policy. These include:
1. Action outside the school that harms the name of the school or breaks the law.
2. Being in a classroom after school without proper reason, permission, or supervision.
3. Cell phones must be turned off at all times. If a student is seen using a cell phone during school hours, the phone will be confiscated and returned only after parental contact has been made. In the event of an emergency, the student must use the phone in the school office. If a parent has an emergency, he or she must contact the school office and not attempt to contact the student directly.
4. Cheating (including plagiarism).
5. Cursing or other offensive language.
6. “Cutting” class.
7. Derogatory statements toward others.
8. Disrespect for another persons property.
9. Excessive absenteeism or tardies.
10. Failure to report for detention.
11. Fighting.
12. Forgery of signatures.
13. Gambling.
14. Habitual dress code violations.
15. Immorality.
16. Improper driving.
17. Inappropriate displays of public affection.
18. Insubordination/disrespect of authority/flagrant disobedience.
19. Leaving school grounds without permission.
20. Name calling.
21. Bullying.
22. Obscene literature.
23. Persistent unwanted joking or teasing.
24. Possession of weapons (which include BB guns, knives, bombs, etc).
25. Radios, recorders, beepers, hand video games.
26. Sexual Harassment.
27. Theft or vandalism.
28. Threats or inflammatory statements.
29. Truancy from school or required school function.
30. Use or suspicion of use, or possession of any drug, narcotics, and/or drugs not prescribed by a physician.
31. Use or indication of use of alcoholic beverages on school grounds or at school functions.
32. Use of all forms of tobacco on school grounds.
33. Unacceptable or disruptive conduct.
34. Unwanted comments.
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B. MINOR OFFENSES are those that also violate the rules and procedures of Horeb Christian School. These include:
1. Violations of attendance procedures.
a. No phone call on the day of the absence.
b. No note for the day of the absence.
c. Failure to report to the office when tardy to school.
d. Excessive or prolonged lateness to school or class.
2. Dress code violations .
3. Unacceptable grooming.
4. Late to class without a pass.
5. Out of class without a pass.
6. Loitering in restrooms, hallways, etc.
7. Excessive noise or running.
8. Visiting cars during school hours.
9. Food or drink in hallways or classes.
10. Unauthorized use of phone.
11. Hats, ball caps, or bandanas.
12. Failure to bring books or materials to class.
13. Chewing gum on campus.
These offenses shall be dealt with in ONE OR MORE of the following ways:
A) DETENTION
B) PROBATION
C) SUSPENSION
D) EXPULSION
E) MONETARY COMPENSATION
F) WITHDRAWAL FROM SCHOOL OR GRADUATION
G) CEREMONIES
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Drug Free Program
As a Christian school ministering to children and families, providing a safe environment is a top priority. HCS has been a faithful participant in the “Drug-Free & Safe School Program” since the year 2000. Living in such difficult times, HCS is more committed than ever to this program.
In order to effectively continue keeping our school drug-free and safe we need your cooperation. Any violation as pertaining to our Drug Free & Safe School Program will be dealt according to the rules in this Parent Student Handbook.
Detention Policy
Detentions will be served from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m; usually one week after the detention has been issued. We will contact the parent by telephone to advise of the reason for the detention and the date the detention will be served. It is the responsibility of the parent to pick the student up upon dismissal from detention. If not, daycare fees will be charged.
Indoor Suspension
The indoor suspension of a student for disciplinary reasons will be determined by the Principal. Failure to attend will result in an outdoor suspension.
1. The class work missed during an indoor suspension will result in a zero.
2. Time missed for an indoor suspension will be marked as an “un-excused absence”.
3. Students serving an indoor suspension will be assigned class work.
Outdoor Suspension
The outdoor suspension of a student for disciplinary reasons will be determined by the Principal.
1. Time missed for an outdoor suspension is marked as an “un-excused” absence. All missed work, including quizzes and tests, will receive a zero.
Expulsion
Sometimes it is necessary to dismiss a student from school for incorrigible behavior. Only administration has the authority to expel a student.
1. Conduct which threatens the physical or normal welfare of students and school personnel.
2. Disrespect toward authority.
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3. Horeb Christian School is a Drug Free School. Therefore, HCS may request any child (in grades 6-12) to submit to future drug tests and random canine drug searches at the school’s discretion. Refusal to submit your child to urinalysis testing and / or canine drug searches may result in expulsion of your child from H.C.S., should there exist reasonable suspicion.
Public Display of Affection
Public display of affection is not permitted on school grounds, or at any school-related events.
Care of School Property
Caring for school property helps keep maintenance and tuition costs down. School equipment is for student use and should be cared for with consideration. Any student who vandalizes, destroys, or damages school property is responsible for its repair or replacement. This type of behavior may result in suspension or expulsion.
Eyewitness Accounts
Students who witness serious violations of school policy may be considered accomplices and may be held accountable should they fail to report violations to the proper school authorities. Confidentiality will be maintained. It is not the intent of HCS to charge innocent witnesses.
Search and Seizure
School officials reserve the right to search student’s lockers and property (such as handbags, backpacks, cars, etc) when deemed necessary to uphold school discipline and safety. Contraband will be confiscated and turned over to the proper legal authorities. Criminal charges may be filed.
Christian Moral Standards for HCS
The biblical and philosophical goal of Horeb Christian School is to develop students into mature, Christ-like individuals who will be able to exhibit a Christ-like life. Of necessity, this involves the school’s understanding and belief of what qualities or characteristics exemplify a Christ-like life. Although parents may personally believe differently, while enrolled at Horeb Christian School, all students are expected to exhibit the qualities of a Christ-like life expressed and taught by the school and to refrain from certain activities or behavior. Thus, Horeb Christian School retains the right to refuse enrollment or to expel any student who engages in sexual immorality, as well as any student who condones, supports, or otherwise promotes such practices. Any student who is married or chooses to get married while enrolled at Horeb Christian School will have to withdraw from school.
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HOREB CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
STATEMENT OF COOPERATION
The rules and guidelines, as set forth in the Parent/Student Handbook, are taken seriously by the administration and staff. It is not necessary that a student or parent agree with every rule and policy the school endorses. It is expected, however, that the parents and the students cooperate with the policies as long as the student is enrolled at Horeb Christian School.
In making an application for my child I give permission for my child to participate in all school activities, including sports and school-sponsored trips away from the premises understanding that every reasonable care will be extended to my child during school hours, activities, and events. I agree to hold the school harmless for any liability in the event my child is accidentally injured during school hours and events. If I do seek legal recourse against Horeb Christian School and the school is found to be NOT at fault, I agree to pay any attorneys fees, or other costs that HCS or its agent should incur to defend itself against such action.
I, the undersigned acknowledge that I have read and agree to cooperate with the policies stated in the Parent/Student Handbook.