The life of a Christian is to be that of a disciplined follower of the Lord Jesus. God’s Word, that is correctly applied, provides the specific guidance for each believer’s life. This handbook is an administrative tool to provide guidance for students of CRCA but is not to take the place of God’s Word. While not exhaustive nor all inclusive, the handbook provides the general information to ensure a student’s success at CRCA. The academy’s administration is responsible for the interpretation and application of the school rules and policies. We reserve the right to change this handbook anytime we deem necessary.

Participation in all athletic programs at CRCA is a privilege-not a right. In order to participate, the athlete must be a student in good standing and agree to follow the policies established for each sport. The athlete has a responsibility to serve the Lord in all activities. Therefore, the coach must be respected at all times. Defiance or disrespect will not be tolerated. Selections of all awards of recognition are the responsibility of the respective coaches. All practice sessions are closed to spectators other than parents.

Students need to develop the habit of punctuality in seeking to honor the Lord. Absence for reasons other than for sickness and emergency will be excused only if arrangements are made in advance with the supervisor. A written excuse signed by a parent must be presented to the supervisor when a student returns after an absence.

A student is tardy if not in his office by the tardy bell at 8:30 a.m. A demerit will be given for being tardy. Habitual tardiness will not be allowed.

Whenever students arrive late (after 8:30 am) for school or leave early (before 3:00 pm), they must "check in" or "check out" at the school office with the school secretary.

Students who drive to school must drive cautiously on and around school property. Vehicles must be backed into the designated parking area. Students may not sit in their vehicle during the school day. The parking area is off limits to students during school. Students who violate these rules will not be allowed to drive on school property.

Each month students in 3^rd-12^th level will commit to memory 10-12 verses of Scripture. Students are responsible to recite a portion of the Scripture each week to a school staff until they have completed the monthly passage. Students who fall behind will be restricted from certain activities until they "catch-up." Students K-2^nd grade will be involved in memorizing selected passages throughout the school year.

As Christian young men and women learn godly self-control in their social relationships, they develop excellent Christian character and enhance their potential to become mature, committed spouses. While enrolled at CRCA students are to refrain from romantic touching whether at school or not. Students are to maintain the "six-inch rule" which means no physical contact. Private dating without an adult chaperon is unacceptable.

Riding the bus is a privilege, not a right. Any student who distracts the driver will be disciplined. Consistent, serious infractions could cause loss of bus privilege.

• Students must remain in their seats while the bus is in motion.
• Students may change seats with the driver’s permission only if the bus is stopped.
• Boys and girls may not sit together at any time.
• No sudden or loud noises from the passengers, which could cause the driver to be distracted.
• No eating on the bus. (Exception: out of town field trips or athletic events and if several garbage bags are taped to the back of the seats.)
• No objects are to be thrown in the bus or through the windows at any time.
• Nothing is to be suspended out the bus windows.
• Departing passengers must remain seated until the bus has come to a complete stop.
• Any disturbance that is the result of misbehavior, causing the driver to take his/her eyes off the road, will be considered a serious violation.
• Aisle is to be completely freed and open at all times (heads, arms, hands, legs-kept out of the aisle at all times)
• In the event of an emergency, all students are to remain calmly seated and wait for instructions from the driver.

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Chapel will be held weekly usually on Wednesday. Students are to bring their own Bible to chapel and are expected to participate in a quiet and respectful manner. Students fifth grade and up are required to take notes on the chapel message and periodically hand the notes in for evaluation. High-School students will receive a grade and credit for Chapel. The course is entitled "Faith and Practice." Chapel attendance is required.

CLOTHING/PERSONAL APPEARANCE  

An image of Christian discretion and modesty is to be portrayed. Students who attend official school activities either on or off campus must wear clothing that is modest and in good taste.

School staff may at anytime ask a student to change if they believe a student is dressed inappropriately.

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CLOTHING/MALE

Button shirts, long conservative slacks and dress shoes ( no tennis shoes) are the appropriate attire. Belts must be worn with pants that have belt loops, and pants must be worn at the waist line. Blue jeans or jean-type clothing, faddish or extreme-type clothing may not be worn. Ties must be worn at school on Chapel day. Only the top button of shirts may be unbuttoned when not wearing a tie in which case the top button needs to be buttoned. Clothing should be clean and neat, and shoes should be shined. No necklaces, earrings, or bracelets on male students.

Male students must have a standard, conservative haircut. NO "punk" or "mod" hair styles. The hair is to be tapered and is to be off the collar. It is to be above the ears, with sideburns no longer than the middle of the ears. No facial hair is permitted on students. Hair should be clean and combed.

P.E. clothes for grades 3-12 includes:

• -black P.E. shorts (mid-thigh length, at least)
• -red crew neck t-shirt or CRCA PE shirt
• -white socks
• -tennis shoes (no dirty shoes used outside may be used on the gym floor)
• -loose fitting black sweats in cold weather

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CLOTHING/FEMALE

All female students must wear dresses or skirts which are no shorter than the bottom of the knee. Dresses and blouses must come to the neckline in front (one inch below the collar bone, two fingers) and back (to the bottom of the neck), without see-through material. Slits on skirts or dresses need to be sewn to the bottom of the knee. Make-up and jewelry should be conservative and minimal. T-shirts, sweatshirts, and similar type clothes do not meet dress code. Shoes are conservative and feminine (no tennis shoes).

Female students hair styles are to be feminine and conservative. No "punk" or "mod" hair styles. Hair should be kept off face and eyes. Hair should be clean and well kept.

P.E. Clothes for grades 3-12 includes:

• -loose fitting, black sweats or shorts (mid-thigh length, at least)
• -plain red crew neck t-shirt or CRCA PE shirt
• -white socks
• -tennis shoes( no dirty shoes used outside may be used on gym floor)

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Demerits are earned for infractions of school rules, policies and procedures. Students who earn three or more demerits in one day will receive a "Corrective Action Notice." This detention notice will be sent home with the student and is to be signed by the parents and returned the following morning. Demerits are an indication that the student may need direction in the development of principles of godly character in his life. If a student receives frequent detentions, other corrective measures may be used.

Older students may be placed in devotional groups that meet regularly to discuss the application of Biblical principles to life.

At the sound of a continuous bell, students are to leave the building in an orderly manner and go to a designated area. Students are to remain quiet and orderly while a supervisor takes roll. When the "all clear" is given, students are to return in an orderly manner. Throughout the drill, there is to be no talking, pushing, or running. Supervisors are to remain with their groups.

Educational excursions may be held for students. Incentive trips are designed to enrich learning and teach students self control and to be gracious towards others in various social environments. Students may be required to be on privilege to participate on a field trip. An "Activity Permission" slip must be signed by the parent for each activity the student participates in.

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A minimum of twenty-one credits are required for graduation. A prescribed course of study will be determined through a conference among the staff, parents and student. Transfer students must complete at least 4 ½ credits in this school before receiving a diploma.

Twelve PACE’s in a subject are one credit. Six PACE’s are ½ credit. A student should strive to complete at least 6 credits per year in order to complete the requirements within four years. Students may not graduate early unless they take the College Prep or Honors course of study.

The class valedictorian and salutatorian must also have been on the College Prep or Honors programs.

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Passed PACE final test scores are averaged to determine course grades.

• 94-100% = A
• 88-93.9% = B
• 80-87.9% = C

Membership in the Honor Roll will be determined at the end of each quarter. On the seventh week of the quarter a "Honor Roll" slip will be sent home. The slip will give the specific remaining PACE’s necessary for the student to make Honor Roll.

A quarter’s PACE average of 94% and above is A Honor Roll; 88% to 93.9% is B Honor Roll. A PACE average of below 88% is Honorable Mention.

Homework should be an infrequent experience. Students must discipline themselves to complete goals at school. At the discretion of the Supervisor, a student may be required to complete goals

after school in the Learning Center or take work home. The Homework Slip is to be signed by a parent and returned the following day. Keep in mind the signature only indicates you know your child has homework to do. It does not necessarily indicate the work was completed.

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• -Students are not to be out of their seat without permission.
• -There is to be no talking, writing of notes or communicating in various forms without permission.
• -There is to be no gum while at school.
• -No food or candy in the Learning Center. Students may have water bottles at their office.
• -Students are to have a personal copy of the Bible at school.
• -The atmosphere in the Learning Center is to be that of quiet, diligent study.
• -No leaning back in chairs.
• -No turning or looking around in student offices.
• -Pencils are to be sharpened while on break.
• -Any discussion regarding a specific demerit needs to be with the Supervisor or Principal.
• -Students may appeal to the appropriate authority if done in a respectful manner. Griping and complaining are unacceptable.
• -No arguing or talking back with staff.
• -Students are not to photocopy any of the PACE.
• -Students may take notes on information contained in the PACE in order to study for PACE tests.
• -Students are not to leave the Learning Center without permission.
• -Students may only have a blue or black pen at their offices. No other colors please.
• -Flags are to be used to get a supervisor or monitor’s assistance. Students are to continue working until a staff answers their flag.
• -The student is to take only one PACE to the score station.
• -Goal cards are not to be changed except by the supervisor.
• -No talking or wasting time at test table.
• -Only the supervisor may sign the Self-Test.
• -Any personal items to be displayed in the student office must be approved by the supervisor. The student must be on "CR" level or above.
• -The daily goal chart must be filled out and posted in the upper right hand corner of the office.
• -Students must use cursive writing in PACE work in PACE’s above 1037.
• -Calculators may be used only after completing Math 74.
• -All PACE’s are to be on top of the student’s office and opened to previous day’s work in order for monitor to do morning goal check.
• -Students are not to use school computer without permission.
• -Students are not to write on or deface school property. The offending student will be charged expense.
• -Students are not to be in Learning Center without staff supervision.
• -Students are not to get into another student’s office, locker, or duffel bag.

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Books may be checked out for two weeks at a time. A student may have only two books checked out at a time. Students who have lost or damaged books will be charged.

Lockers will be assigned to each student. Lockers are used to store personal items and must be kept clean and neat. Lockers may be checked by school staff when deemed necessary.

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We require students initials be put in all P.E. clothes and jackets with a permanent marker. Lost and Found items will be displayed periodically to endeavor to return items back to the owners. Unclaimed items become property of the school one week after the last day of school. The Lost and Found is located in the office.

Students are to eat their lunch in designated areas only and then clean up their area after they are finished. Proper nutrition is important for a student’s success at school. Excessive amounts of candy and pop at lunch time will not be allowed. Lunch boxes are to be positive with no weird or depressing creatures on them.

No staff member will be allowed to administer any medicines, tranquilizers, aspirin, etc., to any student for headaches, fever, or other reasons, without parent authorization. All medicines must be kept and administered at the school office.

Because of the potential of communicating diseases through blood and body fluids, all staff are instructed to use gloves and caution when dealing with such exposure.

Merit money is earned for positive accomplishments. The staff will determine the value of the task or accomplishment. Some examples of accomplishments that earn merits are: passing a PACE test, memorizing the monthly Scripture, no demerits for the day, cleaning and washing the lunch room table, etc. The merit money can be spent at the monthly Merit Store.

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Music is a powerful form of communicating ideas and feeling. Students are not to be involved with any music which communicates ideas or feelings that are contrary to God’s desire for us as explained in Scripture. Students need permission to play musical instruments at school. Students are not allowed to have personal cassette tapes, CD’s, radios or cassette and CD players at school or on school functions.

Students are not to be in the following areas without specific permission or supervision:

• -Learning Centers or classrooms
• -Gym
• -Staff offices
• -Computer room (Readmaster)
• -Parking lot

Closed campus policy: Students may not leave the school grounds during school without permission.

Parties are not school sponsored unless parents receive a notification letter from the Principal or Supervisor.

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Pledge Allegiance to the United States Flag:

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for

which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.

Pledge Allegiance to the Christian Flag:

I pledge allegiance to the Christian flag, and to the Savior for Whose kingdom it stands;

one Savior, crucified, risen, and coming again with life and liberty for all who believe.

Pledge to the Bible:

I pledge allegiance to the Bible, God’s Holy Word. I will make it a lamp unto my feet,

and a light unto my path. I will hide its words in my heart, that I might not sin against God.

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PRIVILEGE SYSTEM

"C" Responsibilities

1. Complete 5 PACE’s per 3 weeks during current quarter
2. Maintain academic balance
3. Accumulate no more than 30 minutes detention preceding week
4. Stay current on Bible Memory.

"C" Privileges

1. Fifteen minute morning breaks
2. May read approved literature and engage in approved extracurricular activities in office: art, inspirational tapes, etc., (after goals are completed)

"CR" Responsibilities

1. Complete 2 PACE’s per week during current quarter.
2. Maintain academic balance.
3. Accumulate no more than 20 minutes detention preceding week
4. Stay current on Bible Memory.
5. Present a 3-5 minute oral report on an interesting topic approved by the Supervisor.

"CR" Privileges

1. Twenty-five minute morning break
2. May read approved literature, listen to inspirational tapes, etc., in office
3. May engage in approved extracurricular activities in office or participate in other assignments and projects outside of the Learning Center
4. May be out of seat without permission for Learning Center functions
5. May serve on approved projects: errands, office aids, student monitor, etc.
6. May have approved decoration up in office

"CRC" Responsibilities

1. Complete 2 PACE’s per week during current quarter
2. Maintain academic balance
3. Accumulate no detention preceding week
4. Stay current on Bible Memory
5. Present a 3-5 minute oral report on an interesting topic approved by Supervisor

"CRC" Privileges

1. May leave office and Learning Center for approved activities and projects
2. May attend approved off-campus functions with parent/staff permission

"CRCA" Responsibilities

1. Obtain "CRC" level 9 weeks
2. Maintain "CRC" level at all times except for doing oral reports

If the student falls behind he may lose "CRCA" privileges temporarily, but the "CRCA" level is earned and cannot be lost. In order to regain "CRCA" privileges the student must meet the "CRC" responsibilities except for oral reports.

"CRCA" Privileges

1. Same as "CRC" but no reports required
2. May leave office and learning center for approved activities or projects
3. May attend approved off-campus functions with parent/staff permission

*Academic balance means completing at least one PACE in each subject every three weeks.

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Students must follow correct procedure when working in PACE’s. PACE’s are to be kept in good repair with no doodling.

-In beginning a new PACE the student should scan the PACE and read over the Self-Test to become familiar with areas he should understand as he completes the PACE. In lower level PACE’s the student should read material to a monitor where the PACE calls for a supervisor initial. Also, all vocabulary words must be read and defined orally to a monitor through PACE 84.

-In Social Studies and Science PACE’s the student should quickly read the entire PACE before starting.

-All PACE work is to be done in pencil unless specifically instructed to use ink.

-The student is to score his PACE each time he comes to a score strip. When scoring, only the PACE may be taken to the score station. Score Keys must be returned to their proper place. Students are to use cursive writing in PACE work above PACE 36.

-PACE’s are to be handed in upon completion and are property of the school.

-The Final Test is to be taken the morning after the PACE was handed in. The student must score at least 80% on the Final Test in order to pass and advance to the next PACE.

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• 1 jumbo pencil & 1 regular #2 pencil
• 16 or 24 count basic primary color crayons
• 1 eraser
• 1 pair of fiskers brand scissors (blunt end preferably)
• 2 large boxes of Kleenex
• 1 school box for supplies to be kept in
• 1 box of washable markers ( pkg. of 8 please, primary colors only)
• 1 small blanket for quiet time
• 1 gallon size ziplock baggies

• 5- Pencils
• Crayons, 24 pack primary colors only
• 2 pink erasers
• 2 Kleenex
• Ruler
• 1 small box for supplies

• Bible
• Pencils
• Blue or Black pens
• Eraser
• Crayons and colored pencils
• Notebook paper
• Box of Kleenex

• Bible
• Pencils
• Blue or Black pens
• Eraser
• Ruler, protractor and compass as needed in Math
• Notebook paper
• Calculator may be used from Math 75 on
• Kleenex
• Colored pencils for Geography

• -No teasing or mocking
• -No congregating around or blocking exit doors
• -No running or scuttling in the building
• -No loitering around bathroom doors
• -No congregating in bathrooms
• -No gum at school
• -Crude, coarse and profane talking are not tolerated
• -Personal cassette tapes or CD’s, radios or cassette & CD players are not allowed at school or on school functions
• -Knives or weapons are not allowed
• -No magazines, unapproved books, or inappropriate pictures at school or school functions
• -Personal games (electronic, etc) may be brought to school only if approved by supervisor
• -Use the right side of halls and stairs
• -Keep hands off walls & ceilings
• -No throwing or spitting water
• -Students responsible for damage to the facility will be assessed a charge
• -No yelling, loud taking or slamming lockers, as this disturbs other class rooms
• -No lying, cheating, stealing, or fighting
• -Always be respectful, polite, and kind

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The school staff reserve the right to look at anything we want to look at. We reserve the right to search anything on the property including but not limited to: backpacks, athletic bags, purses, pockets, lockers, desks, and the person. We have the right to look in any automobile that comes on our school property.

CRCA will be closed because of hazardous driving conditions when Kettle Falls Public Schools are closed. Announcements will be made on the radio. Students are not to throw snow except in the designated area.

The school phone is reserved for official school business. Students desiring to place a phone call must obtain permission from the Principal. Students may receive calls only from parents or guardians.

VISITORS

During school hours visitors must obtain permission from the office before entering areas where students are. Visiting students should be in dress code while on the premise.

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