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Jasper
Christian School
2007-2008
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Mission Statement
We see our mission as developing the student's physical, mental and
spiritual powers in order that she or he will be prepared for the joy
of service in this world and for the higher joy of wider service in
the world to come.
Organization
The Jasper Christian School is a Christian elementary
school operated by the Jasper Seventh-day Adventist Church in cooperation
with the Georgia-Cumberland Conference of Seventh-day Adventists.
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Objectives
The following objectives are intended to expand and reflect the mission
statement of Jasper Christian School:
1. To encourage a personal experience with the Master Teacher, Jesus
Christ.
2. To provide a quality program that challenges students to strive
for educational excellence within the parameters of the interests,
needs, and capabilities of each individual.
3. To instill a love for God and man kind that will be expressed
in unselfish service to others.
4. To assist students in developing an understanding and appreciation
for the worth of all people.
5. To assist students in acquiring the basic skills of reading, mathematics,
and communication.
6. To afford students the opportunity to develop aesthetic values
by participating in music and the arts.
7. To give students a feeling of self-worth and a foundation for
decision making based on moral and ethical values.
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Requirements for Entrance
1. Jasper Christian School welcomes students of any race, religion,
or gender who desires a Christian education, and who will uphold the
standards of Jasper Christian School, and who will willingly endeavor
to live in harmony with the principles of the school.
2. Children my reach the age of six before August 15 to eligible
for enrollment.
3. To become enrolled in the school the pupil must submit to the
principal a standard application form, properly filled out, which
will be presented to the School Board for final approval.
4. All newly registered students will be considered probationary
admissions for a period of 45 days.
5. The school reserves the right, after testing an applicant, and
counseling with the parent, to change the grade placement to one more
suitable to the child.
6. The school endeavors to meet the academic needs of each individual
student attending, but is not equipped to handle young people who
have major behavioral or scholastic problems. The school does not
discriminate on the basis of race, religion or gender but does require
each student to uphold the standards and objectives of the school.
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Health
Physical examinations are expected routinely for all the
1st, 4th, and 7th graders. It is the responsibility of the parents to
see that the health examinations are given and reported to the school.
Screening tests (mandated by law) for vision and hearing
are given in all grades.
By Georgia law, all children should be immunized for diphtheria,
tetanus and poliomyelitis by the family physician prior to registration,
and boosters against these diseases as recommended by the medical profession.
The State requires us to inform you that our school has
no asbestos.
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Attendance
Regular attendance and promptness in meeting appointments are necessary
for satisfactory school work and proper child training. Parents will
assist the instructors in the execution of their duties by conforming
to the following requests:
1. The school will be in session from 8:30 am-3 pm Monday through
Thursday and 8:30 am-2:00 pm on Fridays. Students arriving after 8:30
will be considered tardy.
2. Please arrange for dental and medical appointments outside of
school hours except in cases of an emergency, and unless the health
of the child would be otherwise impaired. If it is necessary to take
a child from class, the teacher should be advised in advance.
3. If at any time it is necessary for a child to be absent or tardy,
please write a note of explanation to the teacher. A child is considered
absent or tardy without excuse if the parents do not send written
explanation giving valid reasons for the absence or tardiness.
4. Any work missed due to absences may be made up at the teacher's
discretion.
5. Pupils will not be permitted to be taken from school or class
by outside persons except on written request of the parents or guardian,
which must be approved by the principal of the school, or by properly
identified officers.
6. Parents may expect the cooperation of the teachers in supervising
the activities of the children on the school grounds. To make this
possible, children are not expected to arrive on the school grounds
earlier than 15 minutes before opening of school, or to remain more
than 20 minutes after school closes.
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Inclement Weather
In the event of inclement weather, the school will follow the same
course of action as Pickins County Schools.
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Home and School
The Home and School Association is an organization designed to foster
communication between the school and the parents. The parents are strongly
encouraged to attend the functions sponsored by the organization and
to assist in the program of the school.
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Grades and Evaluation
Grade cards are issued during the week following each of the four grading
periods. These reports should be examined carefully by the parents,
both for scholarship and conduct. Interim reports will be sent whenever
the attention of the parents should be focused on a problem or on an
outstanding accomplishment.
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Discipline
Teachers and parents should work together for the development of the
right character in the children, and to this end the teachers should
counsel with the parents concerning the conduct of unruly pupils. The
School Board may suspend or expel a pupil who is guilty of misconduct
or disobedience whenever, in their judgment, the interest of the school
demands it. In extreme cases, the principal may suspend a pupil until
such time as the School Board will consider the case and take definite
action.
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Standards of Conduct
In order to obtain the highest objectives outlined herein, and to represent
before others at all times the high spiritual, moral, and social principles
to which Christian education is dedicated, this school must of necessity
require the following standards of conduct on the part of all students:
1. Students will be respectful and obedient to all staff. They will
respond with courtesy and promptness to instructions by any staff
member.
2. Students will practice the principles of Christian morals, ethics,
fair play, and courtesy in all school relationships. No bullying,
injuring, defrauding or disgracing of fellow students or their fundamental
beliefs of faith is allowed.
3. Students must abstain from indecent or disorderly behavior, and
from profane or unbecoming language.
4. Upon arrival at school, students will report immediately room
and remain there, unless given permission by the teacher to leave.
When dismissed at the end of the day, all students are expected to
remain in their classroom until they have transportation home.
5. Students must obtain permission from the teacher before bringing
such things as pets, toys, records or tapes, or special projects to
school. At no time will students be permitted to bring such things
as playing cards or other gambling devices, guns, firecrackers, matches,
caps, knives, radios, tape or CD players, TV, or questionable literature
or pictures. Any of the above will be taken by the teacher.
6. Any school or personal property that is misused, broken, damaged
or destroyed will be charged to those responsible for the student.
School and library books which are marred beyond normal usage will
be charged according to the damage. Full payment will be required
for all lost books.
7. Our insurance requires that skate boards, roller blades and roller
skates not be used on school property.
8. All students who enter school must abstain from the use of tobacco,
alcohol, or drugs in any form.
9. Because of problems arising from chewing gum, students are asked
not to bring gum to school at all.
10. It is required that tennis or other soft-soled shoes be provided
for use in activities in the gym or on paved areas in an effort to
avoid slipping and accidents.
11. Each student is expected to accept responsibility for taking
advantage of the learning opportunities provided. A student whose
choices result in multiple failures on his/her report card will be
asked, with his/her parents, to meet with the school board to discuss
a plan of action.
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Dress Standards
In a time when dress and neatness reflect more than just personal
tastes, Jasper Christian School follows closely the spiritual counsel
to be modest and yet neat and attractive in our attire.Students are
expected to adhere to the following regarding dress:
1. Closed-toed white soled sneakers or shoes are to be worn at all
times unless other wise specified by the teacher.
2. Jewelry such as necklaces, rings, ear rings or posts, body piercing,
or bracelets (including "friendship bracelets") is not permitted with
the exception of a medical alert bracelet or pendant.
3. Girls' skirts or other attire must be fitted so as to provide
modesty at all times. This requires that the clothing reach no more
than 1 inch above the top of the knee.
4. Polo shirts of any pattern or color are to be worn during school
or school activities.
5. Any articles of clothing that contain holes or are frayed should
not be worn.
6. Pants or Shorts are permitted in the following colors: gray, khaki,
blue or black, but must reach 1 inch above the top of the knee, and
may not be worn excessively tight.
7. Hair cuts and styles should be neat and clean and not extreme.
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Finances
Students are admitted on a yearly tuition basis divided into 10 equal
monthly payments.
Registration Fee:
A registration fee of $280.00 for the year is charged for each student.
This fee covers book rental, work books, library costs, scholastic aptitude
tests, various supplies for the school, and school insurance. Pencils
and paper are not supplied by the school. Students entering school the
second semester will be charged a registration fee of $140.00. All registration
fees are to be paid before the child is enrolled in school. There will
be a penalty for late registrations of $15.00. (If a member cannot pay
the registration fee before school starts, arrangements may be made
with the school board.)
Tuition Schedule:
| Tuition for 2007-08 school year |
$2520
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| Registration Fee |
$280
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| Pay in full (10% off) |
$2268
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| Two Payment (5% off) |
$2394
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| Ten Payment Plan |
$252
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Sibling Discount:
You may receive a 10% discount for every sibling after the first child.
The first child will pay the full tuition and the siblings will receive
a 10% discount on their tuition. PLEASE NOTE: This discount cannot be
taken on top of the pay in full or two payment discount plan.Finder's
Fee Discount: If you are responsible for a new student to be enrolled
at our school you will receive a free month of tuition. The following
conditions apply:1. New student cannot have attended the school before.2.
New student must pay their bill in full each month and cannot be receiving
financial aid.3. The free month will be the last month of tuition.4.
No limit to the number of students you bring to the school.
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Insurance
A group accident policy which provides for medical coverage
for accidents occurring while at school or on organized school activities
is carried by the school, and the cost is included in the registration
fee.
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Telephone
The telephone number of the school is 706-253-5311. The phone may be
used by the students when necessary, with the teacher's permission.
When calling the school, for either teacher or student, please call
at a time when class is not in session.
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Visitors
The school welcomes visitors, however these visits will
be more profitable when arrangements have been made in advance through
the teacher.
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Withdrawal
If for any reason it is necessary to withdraw a student from school,
proper arrangements for the withdrawal and transfer are to be made through
the principal. No transcripts or grades will be transferred until all
moneys due are paid.
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Change to Regulations
Any changes to these regulations, or additions thereto, approved by
the school board and when publicly announced will have the same impact
as those already appearing in this handbook.
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