NHCS is educating students from a Biblical world view, equipping them to live a lifestyle that honors God.
Concise instructions for raising successful generations for the future are given in Deuteronomy 6. This clearly states that God’s Word and accounts of how God works with people must completely surround youth on a 24-hour basis. Our ministry is to assist the family and local, Bible-believing churches in fulfilling this command for the nurturing and training of children (see Deut. 6:1-9; Prov. 6:20; 22:6; 29:17; Eph. 6:4).
Christian education is to teach all truth to our students, pointing them to Christ as the only Savior and Lord, and encouraging them to make a personal commitment to Him and to "grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ" (II Peter 3:18). The school upholds standards of appropriate behavior and academic excellence, with God's Word as the unchanging standard.
New Hope Christian Schools is primarily a religious and secondarily an educational institution. The School's view of the nature of the student, truth, education, and the role of the teacher is integral to the School's statement of philosophy.
1. The Nature of the Student - The student is created by God in His image to have fellowship with Him, but is born in sin and separated from God. The student may be reconciled to God through faith in Jesus Christ and enabled by grace to learn and grow in truth. Each individual has gifts and abilities that need to be developed for God's own purpose. (Gen. 1:26-27; Psa. 51:5; Rom. 5:12; Eph. 2: 8-10)
2. The Nature of Truth - All truth is of God and no truth exists apart from Him. The Bible is the God-given, unchanging standard by which all things are measured. Apart from spiritual regeneration, the student cannot fully know and understand truth. (Psa. 19:7-11; I Cor. 2:9-12)
3. The Nature of Christian Education: It is a process of presenting subject matter in a way that shows complete union with all of God's truth. It is a living demonstration of Biblical principles on the part of all personnel involved in the process. It has as its goal, applying the meaning and purpose found in Jesus Christ to all of life.
4. The Role of the Teacher - The teacher is expected to exhibit in fullest possible measure the fruit of the Spirit. The teacher is responsible to motivate each student according to his or her ability. The teacher should foster student effort and encourage the application of spiritual motives for learning. (Luke 6:40)
(In summary form, more detailed form available on our web site or upon request)
1. We believe the Bible to be inspired, the only infallible, authoritative Word of God.
2. We believe in the historical reliability of the Bible, including the literal six-day creation, fall of man, and the global Genesis flood.
3. We believe in the Trinity: God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
4. We believe in the deity of Christ, His virgin birth, His sinless life, His miracles, His vicarious and atoning death, His resurrection from the dead, His ascension to the right hand of the Father, and His imminent, personal return in power and glory.
5. We believe in the necessity of repentance and regeneration by the Holy Spirit for salvation because of the sinfulness of human nature, and that men are justified on the single ground of faith in the shed blood of Christ, and that only by God’s grace and through faith are we saved. .
6. We believe in the resurrection of both the saved and the lost. The saved to the resurrection of life, and the lost to damnation.
7. We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit, by whose indwelling the Christian is enabled to live a Godly life.
We have many denominations represented on our staff and in our student body and we have experienced great unity at NHCS. We strive to place Jesus Christ as the focal point of all we do. We cannot compromise on the central doctrines of the Word of God. We who belong to the body of believers have some differences that are peculiar to our churches or denominations. When these issues are raised, we refer the student to his/her local church for guidance and for the answers.
A Board of Directors governs New Hope Christian Schools, Inc., as set forth in its 1960 Articles of Incorporation. The Board of Directors, under God and in conformity to the Schools' Articles of Incorporation and to applicable civil law, is the determining body in all matters relating to itself and the Corporation. Its By-laws regulate all policies and ministries of the Schools.
· ACSI Association of Christian Schools International
· OFIS Oregon Federation of Independent Schools
· OSAA Oregon School Activities Association
· Several area sports leagues
· Grants Pass/Josephine County Chamber of Commerce
· Registered with the Department of Education
NHCS admits without discrimination, students of every race, sex, color, and national or ethnic origin, to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at this school. NHCS reserves the right to select students on the basis of academic performance and personal qualifications, including a willingness to cooperate with the goals of New Hope Christian Schools and to abide by its policies.
Parents are asked to sign the following agreement upon registering their child(ren) in NHCS. This form is kept on file in the school office.
1. We agree to cooperate fully with NHCS, with the Board of Directors, the Administration, and the Faculty, and to abide by NHCS's standards and guidelines.
2. Payment of fees will be made according to the financial schedule, unless special arrangements were made beforehand. Whenever tuition payments become more than two months in arrears, parents may be requested to withdraw their child/(ren) from school
3. We hereby invest authority in the school to discipline our child(ren) as necessary. We further agree that we will cooperate and discipline our child(ren) in the home as needed.
4. We agree that if our child(ren) should become involved in a problem situation, we will in no case complain to other people not directly related to the problem, but with Christian love and prayer will register our concerns with the appropriate staff member.
5. We agree to cooperate in keeping doctrine controversy and denominationalism out of the school at all times, "endeavoring to preserve the unity of the Spirit".
6. We hereby give initial permission for our child(ren) to go on scheduled field trips and other school-sponsored activities.
7. We will give our cooperation through
a. practical volunteer help when possible
b. prompt tuition and fee payments
c. faithful prayer.
8. We respect the school's right to dismiss any student who does not: (a) respect and observe spiritual and/or behavioral standards, (b) cooperate in its educational goals
9. We respect the school’s right to dismiss any student whose parent(s), as part of the essential contributing body, is not in cooperation with NHCS spiritual or educational goals, or who does not fully support the school.
10. In case of emergency, when we cannot be reached, we give the school our permission to call our family doctor, or to seek other necessary medical help.
11. I am in agreement with the Schools’ spiritual goals that each child be challenged to place his/her trust in and obedience to the Lord Jesus Christ: _____Yes _____No
I am regular in church attendance: _____Yes _____No
I will uphold the standards of the school: _____Yes _____No
Students applying to NHCS must be academically capable of being educated at NHCS. They must show through formal or informal tests, prior grades, and other recommendations that they can perform within the scope of our academic offerings.
Students who had behavior problems in other schools must first give evidence of having solved the problems before admission into NHCS. Success is attained only when students seek to maintain a positive attitude toward the school, their teachers, and fellow students.
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Entering |
Age |
By |
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Jr. Kindergarten |
4 |
September 1st |
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Kindergarten |
5 |
September 1st |
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First grade |
6 |
September 1st |
The enrollment process includes, but is not limited to the following:
1. Submission of completed application forms and application fee. Application fees are non-refundable.
2. A readiness interview will be scheduled for Jr. K-K. Entrance testing will be given to 1st-6th grade applicants.
3. Parent/Student interview with a member of the Administration Committee to insure that:
a. As a general rule, at least one parent expresses a clear testimony of Christian faith. In the case of an older student, his/her testimony is sufficient.
b. The parents desire a Christian education for their child
c. Family beliefs and practices are consistent with the standards, doctrine, and values of the school
4. The interview is a time for staff member, parents, and students to get acquainted and to ask and answer a multitude of questions. With the interview, a tour of the school facilities may be conducted if the parents have not already seen the classrooms, gym, etc.
5. The parents will be informed by letter or by phone of the Administrative Committee's decision on the applicant's acceptance.
6. Accepted students must have their files complete and accounts current in order to begin school. All students must have immunization forms submitted for school files.
Registration is finalized after acceptance and the registration fee has been paid. This fee is nonrefundable after an acceptance agreement has been made.
In February, the first two weeks of the enrollment period are reserved for re-enrollment of current NHCS students Students are not automatically re-enrolled for the next school year. A re-enrollment application form must be filled out and accompanied with registration payment. ALL school debts must have been cleared, and he/she must be approved by the school if there is any question regarding ability to be a growing and productive member of our school.
All applicants who previously attended NHCS must fill out the new-student application forms and be interviewed. Testing may be required before acceptance.
Once a maximum number of students have been enrolled for a class, a waiting pool will be started. With parental and administrative agreement, students in the waiting pool (4th grade and above) may be assigned to the SOT (School of Tomorrow) program.
Bible memorization is another key to Christian strength; therefore passages are assigned to students in all grade levels.
Limited to a conservative, evangelical-approved translation; no paraphrases. Administration has the final say on approval of the text. Copies of the verses for memory work may be sent home with the children.
One day each week, students attend a chapel. Guest speakers, including children's workers, missionaries, singing and drama groups, pastors, other church personnel, school personnel, students, and Christian videos contribute to our chapel services. We encourage parents to attend chapel services.
Students are trained in the habit of prayer throughout the school day, before beginning the responsibilities of each day, before eating lunch, for special needs, and to give Him praise for all things. Students are encouraged to make their requests known before God.
The Scriptures are central to our curriculum. Our purpose is to direct young people to the Lord Jesus Christ and to His fulfilling style of life through the Scriptures and supporting materials. We make extensive use of both A Beka and Bob Jones texts. These enable teaching from a traditional method. The School Of Tomorrow (SOT) and Switched On Schoolhouse (SOS) curricula/programs supplement the traditional style NHCS program by offering individualized courses at levels designed to meet specific needs of individual students.
In order to insure an adequate and credible academic program for our students, J. K. through 6th grade, the following subjects are included in the curriculum.
Bible Music
Reading Readiness Art
Phonics Social Skills
Arithmetic Exposure to Motor Skills
Writing (Manuscript) Poetry
Bible Social Studies
Reading Art
Phonics Poetry
Arithmetic Music
Writing (Manuscript) Science
Fun & Games Singing
Grading for Jr. Kindergarten & Kindergarten is as follows:
O - Outstanding
S - Satisfactory
U – Unsatisfactory
Bible
History & Geography
Language Arts
Reading & Spelling
Grammar & Handwriting
Creative Writing
Computer
Mathematics
Music & Art
Physical Education
Science & Health
NHCS is committed to offering an education to those students willing to commit themselves to responsible academic achievement. The school maintains that it is possible, with few exceptions, for all students to maintain a grade average of 2.0. A student receiving less than a 2.0 GPA is considered to be on academic probation for the following quarter. The faculty, administration, and parents will review a student whose grades have dropped below a “C” average. .
PACES must be completed and passed by the following dates for a student to participate in extra-curricular activities:
Pace # Date (2007-08)
1 Sept. 24
2 Oct. 15
3 Nov. 1
4 Nov 29
5 Dec. 19
6 Jan. 24
7 Feb. 14
8 Mar. 6
9 Apr 3
10 Apr. 24
11 May 13
12 June 5
Grading is based on the following letter grades and corresponding percentages:
A 90 - 100 Superior
B 80 - 89 Above average
C 70 - 79 Average
D 60 - 69 Below average
F 0 - 59 Failure
(Effort and conduct codes are on the report cards)
In order to encourage students, teachers are asked to write commendation notes. These will be sent home to parents.
Students who fail to meet the standards listed below may be expected to take summer school for entry or for re-entry into NHCS. Those who fail to meet the standards will be expected to participate in a student, parent, and staff conference to determine the need and workability of summer school.
1. Over one-half year behind in a student's grade level.
5th-6th grade students will be given a one-year Planner which will be used daily throughout the year. Misplacing or losing of the Planner will require purchase of a new Planner at a charge of $5.
Teachers will give homework to aid students to advance in their studies. It is the responsibility of the student to get the homework done on time.
Assignments for the week are posted on our secure web site by Monday morning. Students are expected to have assignments completed on the date due. Teachers may require a student to spend extra time to complete assignments. Late assignments are accepted, without penalty, only for prearranged absences such as athletic trips, dental appointments, family trips, retreats, etc., or for documented medical absence. Students will not be given assignments (specifically) to be done during the school vacations of Thanksgiving, Christmas, or spring break.
Teachers will assist students in making up work. However, it is the student's responsibility to see that it is made up. Students may get missed assignments from their secure site off our web site or from classmates.
No make-up will be accepted after the end of the quarter unless prior agreement was made between the student and teacher. Acceptable reasons will be unavoidable situations, such as extended illness.
Where feasible, make up work must be done in advance when absence is anticipated. Scheduled tests and pre-assigned written projects shall be due on the date of the student's return to class. The teacher may grant added time when extenuating circumstances exist.
Textbooks are in most cases school property. They must be covered with durable paper. No contact paper... Lost or excessively damaged books will result in a replacement fee charge.
Records on each student are kept in the office. These permanent records include grades, health cards, testing results, school applications, and occasionally, examples of class work. They may also include deficiency reports or disciplinary notices. These records are open to the parents of the individual student. Please call ahead if you wish to see these files.
The Stanford Achievement Test is administered to all students 1st through 5th grades
Report cards are issued each 9 week quarter. Each student’s grades leading up to the final 9-week report may be viewed at any time from their secure site on our web. Also, the report cards may be viewed and printed by parents or students. Students should never give their password to other students.
Parents, who do not have access to the internet, may request their child to periodically bring home printed copies of their grade book during the quarter.
Parents without access to the internet may request printed report cards to be sent to them.
Frequent communication between parents and teachers concerning their students' school activities and progress is essential. Appointments for special conferences with individual teachers are encouraged.
Scheduled conferences with teachers are required following the end of the first and third quarters. This time is set aside for sharing insights and encouragement and for going over the report cards. This is also a time in which parents and teachers may want to set some specific goals for the child.
Parents may now view grade progress from their student’s secure web site, or they may have their student print off a copy of their grade book while at school to be taken home.
All New Hope staff members have e-mail addresses. This is a tremendously easy method for communication.
The Envelope System is an effort to get communications home. A large envelope is used for each family. Weekly letters, monthly statements, bulletins, and many other notes will be sent home in this envelope at least every Thursday. The oldest student in a family is responsible for taking the envelope home and seeing that parents note the contents and then sign the envelope. The student returns the empty envelope the next school morning to his/her teacher. The school office will record that the envelope is back and will file the envelope for the next use. A $5 charge will be made to replace each envelope not properly returned.
Students are expected to attend all scheduled classes and chapels, unless properly excused. Punctuality, to and from SOT and music, and regularity in attendance are vital parts of education.
Parents should call the office early in the morning if a child will be absent. Excused absences are granted for illness and for school-sponsored activities.
Class accountability for the traditional classes should be designed so that it is not possible to pass or to receive a high grade when excessive absences or tardies occur. On rare occasions when extenuating circumstances merit, the school may make modifications to our instructional program for the person with an extended absence.
A tardy student disrupts the teacher, his/her own learning, and that of the entire class. A student, not in the assigned seat with needed materials when the tardy bell rings, earns a CAN—Corrective Action Notice (See Behavior and Conduct). New Hope no longer allows excused tardies unless accompanied with a note from a dentist/doctor. This policy applies throughout the day. Each student is allowed three tardies in a semester. Beginning with the fourth tardy, and for each one thereafter, the student (1-6) will automatically serve a 7:00 a.m. detention in SOT. After nine (tardy) detentions, the student may receive a two-day in-house suspension. If a student does not appear for detention, he/she may receive a pink slip.
Lessons are due upon the student’s return to class. A zero will be earned for all lessons not done. A student coming to school late will go immediately to the office to sign in, receive a tardy pass, and will then proceed directly to class. It is essential that students be in their seats and prepared to work when the tardy bell rings. Students who are late to class because a staff member had them involved in some other school activity are not considered tardy; they are excused, due to authorized school activity.
New Hope is a closed campus. No student will be permitted to leave the campus during school hours without first securing approval from the office and signing out properly. In the case of early dismissals, a written request signed by the parent or guardian must be brought, stating the time and reason for the early dismissal requested. This note should be taken to the office before school begins on the day of dismissal. Every day the student leaves school early, the parent or guardian must sign the Early Dismissal Log. If the student returns the same day, he/she must be signed in, with the time recorded.
The Student Planner serves as a hall pass. Before leaving any classroom, the student must record his/her destination, have it signed by the teacher, and carry the student planner with him/her. Loitering between classes can result in a CAN.
Christ like character is the goal of Christian school education. When confronted with misbehavior, parents, teachers, and students should seek to follow the guidelines laid down in Matt. 18:15, 16, "Moreover if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between him and thee alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother. But if he will not hear thee, then take with thee one or two more, that in the mouth of two or three witnesses, every word may be established."
Students are expected to keep boy girl relationships in good taste, whether on campus or at school functions. Physical contact between boys & girls is not allowed, whether it is showing affections, teasing, or harassment.
Radios, tape/CD players, beepers, electronic games, or any other distracting objects such as laser pointers are not permitted on the school buses, vans or on campus, unless authorized by the teacher and an administrator. Cell phones are not to be used in any way to detract from our school purposes or processes.
For the safety of all in NHCS, the following objects which could cause injury to people or damage to property are forbidden on campus and at school activities: knives, guns, matches, fireworks, and any other object that falls into the category of a weapon. Disregard for these safety measures will lead to serious discipline and could bring expulsion from NHCS.
Skateboards, inline skates, and roller blades are not to be used on campus.
No running on the breezeway.
Bicycles are not to be ridden on the breezeway or down the steps. During the school day, bicycles should be parked in the bicycle stand provided.
Refrain from the use of language unbecoming to a Christian.
Alcohol, tobacco, or any other non-prescribed drug is not permitted (refer to p.19). As citizens, it is also understood that students are to submit to and to obey all civil law (Rom. 13:1).
Do not chew gum at school.
Authority for training and education is a parental responsibility. Parents enrolling their children in the school invest authority in the school to discipline their child(ren) whenever necessary. All staff and faculty members have authority to discipline (corporal punishment is not used) any student whenever such action is deemed necessary.
Do not take that which does not belong to you; any taking of any item that’s not yours without the permission of the owner will be regarded as stealing and will be dealt with accordingly.
4 Correction Notices
= 1 Conduct Referral
C A N’s are given for irresponsible behavior, such as forgetfulness, tardiness, and disorganization. A CAN for any kind of problem may require the student to sit on the wall for lunch detention or work at the table on any deficient area of studies. 4 CANs for the same offence will result in a pink slip. All CANs must be signed by a parent or guardian and returned the next day. The student returns these CANs to the box in the office before school.
Conduct referrals are given for willful defiance, foul language, attitude problems, repeated offenses, etc. Discipline for Conduct Referrals could include extra writing assignments, community service, etc.
The original pink copy of a Conduct Referral is sent home with the student for the parent's awareness of the infraction, and for a parental signature. The signed pink copy is returned to the Office the next day by the student. Failure to return it on time will result in another Conduct Referral and more serious consequences.
On the second referral, one hour of community service will be served. 3 conduct referrals within one quarter require parents to come in with student to discuss consequences of continued behavior:
1. Ineligibility for field trips and reward trips
2. Ineligibility for sports
3. Ineligibility to represent the school in Spelling Bee or Spelling Meet
Five conduct referrals within one quarter will result in a 5-day suspension. For suspension due to behavioral offences, half credit will be given for assignments/tests missed during the suspension, and turned in on the day the student returns to school. A zero will be given for work not turned in at that time.
Seven conduct referrals within one quarter may result in expulsion. Discipline, given in love and received with humility, does produce the "peaceable fruit of righteousness to those who are exercised thereby."
(Heb.12:11)
The school has, at all times, the authority to suspend a student. The reasons, which could give cause for suspension, are:
1. Deliberate disobedience/disrespect
2. A rebellious spirit which is unchanged after effort by the school staff
3. A continued negative attitude and/or bad influence upon other students
4. A serious breach of conduct on or off of the school grounds, which may have an adverse effect upon fellow students or upon the purpose of the school
Note: Suspended elementary school students must make up all work missed.
1. A student may be expelled from school for a serious breach of conduct, and/or repeated problems with behavior or academic performance.
2. Failure of the parent to be in accord with the disciplinary procedures, or in accord with the policies and running of the school, may result in the expulsion of a student.
Procedure:
1. In the case of such an offense, the matter will be referred to the Administrative Committee of NHCS, which makes determination of expulsion.
2. An expelled student may request an appeal to the Board of Directors through the Administration.
3. During the time of review, the student(s) will be under suspension from school.
NHCS is committed to maintaining an environment where all individuals treat each other with dignity and respect and which is free from all forms of intimidation, exploitation and harassment, including sexual harassment. The school will take action to prevent and correct any violations of this policy. Anyone, staff or student, who violates this policy, will be subject to discipline, up to and including termination or expulsion. The school shall maintain a record of reported instances of sexual harassment.
Sexual harassment is unwanted verbal, visual or physical conduct of a sexual nature. Examples of conduct that would violate this policy would include:
1. Unwanted sexual advances or propositions.
2. Making or threatening reprisals after a negative response to sexual advance.
3. Visual conduct such as leering, making sexual gestures, displaying suggestive objects or pictures.
4. Verbal conduct such as making and using derogatory comments, slurs, and jokes.
5. Verbal abuse of a sexual nature, including suggestive or obscene letters, notes or invitations.
6. Physical conduct such as touching, assaulting or blocking movements.
Students and staff who experience harassment are encouraged to promptly report the matter to the school administration. Students and staff who observe conduct of a sexually harassing nature, must report the matter to school officials. All complaints must be promptly investigated.
NHCS views parents as having not just the right to share concerns, but as having a responsibility to share them. As problems and inquiries arise, it is important that these be dealt with expediently and in the proper way. First, contact should be with the persons directly involved. Then, if the concern is not cleared up, one should go to the next appropriate level. We desire and encourage parents to give constructive feedback. We encourage parents and students to follow the principle of Matthew 18:15-16. The appropriate levels of communication are as follows:
1. Student and/or parent with person concerned.
2. Student, parent and the person concerned with the Vice-principal
3. The above people with the Administrator
4. The above people with the School Board
1. Courtesy and thoughtfulness are always essential.
2. These are game times. Students must be in the gym or field supporting our teams. No loitering or playing around on the school grounds or in restrooms is allowed. The only play area is team play on the gym floor or field.
3.
It is important for all children to stay off the playing court
before, during and after games.
The court is reserved for team players, except when spectators take part in
the half-time Pepsi shoot-outs. OSAA rules also require that the court be
reserved for players.
4. Children should not play under the bleachers or go into the locker rooms.
5. Cars should be parked in the lower parking lot or on the hillside south of the school.
All school-sponsored activities must have school-designated chaperones covering throughout the course of the event. The school assumes no responsibility for students after the activity is over. Transportation must be arranged by the home.
At all school sponsored activities, students and chaperones must maintain the school dress standard (see Dress Code). The elementary school teachers arrange for their individual class parties. Birthday parties may be held for children in the elementary grades. Request permission from the teacher in each case. Parents may bring refreshments such as cake, cookies, and a drink. No gifts are to be exchanged. The parents should be sure to plan well ahead with the teacher. We suggest that the party takes no more than 20 minutes, and that it be held near the end of the day or during the lunch time. (Parties are for classroom students only.)
PARENTS are responsible to see that their student is appropriately dressed when leaving for school and for all school activities. Parents, please label all personal items: backpack, clothing, shoes, etc.
Note that LOST AND FOUND is ALWAYS FULL.
Dress that draws attention to and accentuates physical features or distracts from the general learning environment may not be worn, regardless of trends or fashion.
The intent of the following rules is to encourage students to develop modesty and neatness in personal appearance. We believe it is proper for girls to look feminine and boys to look masculine.
Massive amounts of lost and found articles accumulate. Parents are asked to label all personal items including shoes, backpacks, jackets, coats, caps, etc.
Please dress neatly and modestly, with closed-toed shoes or closed toe sandals (non-slip off type). “When in doubt, don’t” is a good rule of thumb to use when deciding if a particular outfit is acceptable for school.
Student dress at all school-sponsored activities (including games, class fundraisers, fair booths, Harvest Festival, auction, etc.) must reflect our school dress and grooming standards. Shorts, for example, must be modest and of proper length. Tops must be modest, with no cleavage or midriff showing. It is essential to realize that at these activities, the entire school is being represented, not simply the sponsoring group.
NO:
2. Body piercing jewelry other than earrings for young ladies.
3. Temporary or permanent tattoos
4. Tight- fitting clothing.
5. Clothing that reveals the midriff or back.
6. Low necklines. Shirts unbuttoned past the second button.
7. Sloppy or oversized attire such as “dropped crotch” or pants worn below the waistline, untucked shirts that are intended to be tucked in, worn-out clothes with holes or ragged edges.
8. Clothing that reveals the undergarments.
9. Flannel/lounge-wear, pajama-type apparel (flannel shirts are ok), or camouflage pants or shirts.
10. Inappropriate logos or designs on clothing or accessories.
11. Radical hair styles. Hair must appear combed. Hair may not cover the eyes.
12. Hats to be worn in buildings.
13. No camouflage clothing is allowed.
Preschool--Third Grade: Short-top sets (prints are ok) may be worn if shorts are not more than 2 inches above the knee.
Fourth—Sixth Grade: Solid-color or plaid walking shorts of regulation length—no shorter than 2 inches above the knee cap. Please, no nylon or athletic shorts.
A student may be required to change or modify clothing prior to attending classes if in dress violation.
Proper undergarments should be worn; for example, slips should be worn under certain dresses and skirts, camisoles under certain blouses.
1. Hemlines of skirts and dresses to be about knee length or longer. A change of clothes should be made when the shortness exceeds two inches above the kneecap.
2. Sleeveless tops must cover most of the shoulders (2-inch minimum). No layering of tops with sport bra or other undergarments inappropriately showing.
3. No make-up or extreme jewelry
4. Modest, one-piece bathing suits are required for all school-sponsored activities where there will be swimming.
1. No tank tops or sleeveless shirts, except when worn as undershirts. Shirts worn over tank tops must be buttoned up.
2. No camouflage shirts or pants of any color are permitted.
3. No ponytail hairstyles. Haircut must be above the shirt collar and well groomed (no scraggly-looking hairstyles).
4. Dyed or bleached hair must remain within natural hair colors.
5. No earrings
Students participating in extra- curricular activities are to dress “a cut above the average.”
The school reserves the right of final judgment regarding proper dress.
Helpers, when helping at any activity/event, should be observant of the institution's code for dress and conduct. They should seek to be in compliance as much as possible, if not a “cut above”, with appropriate length and tightness. Please take note of the student Dress Code. I Tim. 4:12, "... but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity".
Massive amounts of lost and found articles accumulate. Parents are encouraged to label ALL items of clothing.
Oregon's Compulsory School Immunization Law requires that school children be immunized. The proper immunization forms must be on file in the school office. Blank forms are available in the school office.
All body-fluid spills, such as blood, must always be treated as a potential Hepatitis B or HIV contaminants. In no case is a student allowed to continue playing until all body-fluid spills have been eliminated.
All body fluids must be cleaned up using one of the blood-spill kits located in each classroom and in every school vehicle. The law mandates the use of gloves and following of all instructions in the kit.
The control of communicable disease is imperative to the health and education of every child and family. Illnesses most frequently found in school are colds, flu, 3 day measles, mumps, chicken pox, and strep throat. These diseases are all spread from person to person by droplets from the mouth during a short period of time when the child complains very little, or is not visibly ill. A child should be kept at home if he or she:
1. Lacks energy and appears overly tired or sleepy.
2. Shows any symptom of a communicable disease, such as flu, measles, whooping cough, scarlet fever, pink eye, etc.
3. Has a rash that has not been identified.
4. Is running a fever.
Due to the danger of spreading an illness, your child may be sent home if he/she has a fever or displays any of the other symptoms listed above. The sick child who is recovering should remain home 24 hours after his/her temperature returns to normal.
Only medicines in the original containers, with expiration dates and dosage instructions, accompanied by a Request to Dispense form (available in the school office), will be dispensed to students. These must be brought to the office to be placed in the locked medicine file. No other medicines will be dispensed, even if requested by phone or written note from parents. No medicines can be kept with the students, i.e., in cubbies, desks, backpacks, purses, etc. A written request from the parents will permit cough drops to be kept in the classroom for a child, to be dispensed by the teacher, as needed.
If it is necessary for a child to leave early for a medical appointment, written request should be sent to the teacher in advance. No child will be released to anyone other than a parent or someone authorized in writing by the parent. After school medical appointments are strongly preferred. Parents, please report to the office to sign out your child who will be called to the office
to meet you.
NHCS carries limited medical coverage for all daytime activities, field trips, and sports. Additional student insurance is an option for parents to purchase.
Families cooperating in a car-pool arrangement are encouraged to review their coverage on occupants. Significant increases in coverage might be made at a nominal cost.
(AHERA refers to rules regarding asbestos located in school-building materials)
Our school seeks to be in compliance with the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act. During the normal business hours, you may view the school AHERA management plan located in our main office.
1. The library is a place for quiet selection of books, study, or reading. Limited conversation is allowed but must be quiet and non-distracting.
2. Books are to be checked out for one week unless otherwise indicated. Only the librarian or an authorized staff member is to check out books.
3. Certain reference books are to be checked out for overnight only. These are to be returned to the office before 8:25 a.m. the following morning.
4. Students are permitted to check out only three books at one time.
5. Books used in the library, but not checked out, should be returned to the designated area for replacement on the shelves.
6. A student having books overdue may not check out more books. Fees are to be paid before more books are checked out, even after the overdue books are returned. Current magazines are to be used only in the library. Older magazines may be checked out for two days.
7. Fines: 10 cents a day, up to the value of book replacement, starting the day after the book is due.
The school busses are used for a daily route and for field trips and sports events.
For insurance reasons, we do not allow students to leave with other student drivers during school hours or to go with student drivers to school activities unless written permission from the parent is given (24 hrs. ahead of time), as well as approval by the administration. Students are also to observe the state laws for student drivers.
Field trips are related to students' course of learning. In addition to the permission given on application forms, parents will be required to give their children written permission to participate in all individual field trip activities. Forms to be signed will be sent home to the parents.
Siblings are excluded from the field trips except when special permission is granted for non-educational trips.
Parent volunteers are always welcome to assist with field trips. We appreciate the help of parents in supplying necessary transportation when needed.
NHCS is a closed campus. Students are not permitted to leave the campus during school hours without written permission (phone calls should be rarely used) from parents or guardians. The parking lots are off limits for students except for their arrival and departure from school.
Closed campus also means that students may not have friends visit them during school hours. (Please also note, Visitors)
Parents, youth pastors/church workers are encouraged to eat lunch with students on campus within the normal lunch period of time. All visitors should first get a pass from the office.
Before visiting a classroom, please pick up, from the main office, the visitor’s guide-line sheet. If you pick up your child at his/her classroom, please wait for your child outside, until the class is dismissed. It will be appreciated if parents can notify the office ahead of time if they plan to visit their child's classroom. Planned parent visits are always very welcome.
If you are picking up your child after school, please wait outside the classroom until the class is dismissed. Otherwise, meet your child at the bottom of the stairs in the lower parking lot.
Jr. Kindergarten - 8:00-11:30; 11:30-3:00
Kindergarten -6th - 8:00 – 3:00
Grades J. K.-6 who ride with older siblings or the bus. - 8:00 – 3:10
Students who arrive at school more than 20 minutes prior to their first class must report to the SOT immediately. Please pick up your child promptly at the completion of their school activities. If you desire someone (who does not usually do so) to pick up your child
from school, please authorize us by note or by phone to release your child to go with that person.
Use the parking lots off of Hidden Valley Road when bringing children to school and when picking them up after school.
The school office hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please feel free to drop by if you have any questions. We will be glad to arrange appointments for parents with a member of the administration, or with a teacher. If you need to get a message or an article to your child, please contact the office. A secretary will assist in this matter.
When picking up a student during school hours for the purpose of doctor’s appointments, etc., parents or guardians are asked to send a notice to the teacher. At the time of pick-up, the parent should come to the office to sign the child out. The secretary will call the child/children to the office to meet the parent or guardian picking him/her up.
If your child forgets his/her lunch, PE clothes, etc. please bring the article, with the name marked on the outside, to the school office. The office will arrange to deliver the article to your child.
The business office, located at the edge of the upper parking lot, is open each day from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The business manager will answer any of your finance questions. You may turn in fee payments at the main office or in the slot in the business office counter.
Most students bring sack lunches. Some fast foods, snacks, milk, and juices, ect., will be sold in the cafeteria.
The office phone may be used by students only if school schedules are changed. If a student is sent to the office because of illness, a secretary will phone the parents.
If parents wish to talk with a teacher, please call the office and leave a message. The teacher will call the parent at his/her earliest convenience. All teachers have e-mail addresses in the Family Directory and on the website—a quicker, easier way to communicate with them.
Adult visitors are welcome at the school. We would appreciate a call ahead of time indicating which class you wish to visit. Please stop by the office to receive your visitor pass, observation guidelines, and to be escorted to the room you wish to visit.
Student visitors may come with parents, and may come with NHCS students ONLY when permission has been granted ahead of time by parents and the school office (at least one day). Acceptance of student visitors may be allowed when it appears to be a legitimate inquiry into possible future attendance at NHCS. All visitors must obtain a pass from the school office before visiting students or classes.
Fire drills are conducted each month. Earthquake drills are required twice a year. From any area of the school facility, students will learn to quietly and safely evacuate when required. Evacuation-plan drawings and guidelines are posted in every classroom.
School is closed on occasion if the weather is extremely inclement. KAJO (AM-1270), a local radio station, will carry the announcement in the event of such closure.
NHCS functions financially as the Lord blesses. Each year a sizable portion of our operating budget is from free will giving by parents and supporters of the school.
Gifts to New Hope Christian Schools are tax deductible. The school is classified as a non profit organization under federal tax law.
Gifts may be given as general gifts and will be entered into our operating budget. Gifts may also be designated for special projects.
There are many cases in which students would like to come to New Hope, but lack of funds restricts them. From time to time, parents and other friends of the school have been willing to sponsor an individual (perhaps anonymously) or to give generally to student aid. Gifts given to the Scholarship Fund are also tax-deductible.
The school has several fundraisers each year. Your help with these is essential. All fundraisers must be cleared with the Administrator.
We have a standing list of projects and needs. Lists are available in the school office. NHCS the services of many volunteer teams, as well as individual volunteers. Building, electrical, plumbing, and other materials are always needed for these volunteers to use on the projects. Many opportunities exist for parents and supporters of NHCS to be involved. Please contact the school office for more information.
Red and White
“Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path” - Psalm 119:105
Hail, hail to New Hope
Christian Schools;
Sing it out with a shout, Jesus Saves!
Hail, Hail to standards that are true,
For we learn here
His Name to praise and honor.
Bodies strong we must prepare,
Scholars too, send forth in prayer.
On to the work of life we go,
Holding forth the Word of God.
Composed by:
Harold Martin and Jack Brown
Warriors