ADMINISTRATION

Mr. Terry Tilson – Superintendent, Counselor

Mr. Galen Unruh – Activities Director, 9-12 Administration

Mr. David Landis – K-8 Administration, Development Director

 

TEACHING STAFF

Mr. Mark Anderson………………………..Jr. High Bible, Business Courses, Coach

Mrs. Ruth (Larry) Boettcher………………………………………….K-4 Vocal Music

Mrs. Kristen (Tim) Burkhart……………………………………………..Kindergarten

Mr. Leroy Busenitz………………………………………………….9-12 Math, Physics

Mr. Russel Busenitz………………………………………………..Sixth Grade, Coach

                 Mrs. Ann (Ron) Eck………………………………………….........................First Grade

                  Mr. Lyndon Entz……………………………………..J.H. Bible, Social Studies, Coach

Mrs. Shelly (Dale) Friesen……………………………9^th Health/P.E., Science, Coach

Mr. David Funk……………………………………………………9-12 Industrial Arts

Miss Carmen Goering………………………………………………..5-12 Vocal Music

                  Mrs. Kristine (Carl) Goossen………………………………………….Resource Room

Mrs. Vera (David) Hall…………………………………………………….Third Grade

                  Miss Kaycie Johnson……………………………………………………...Second Grade

Mrs. Lori (Jonathan) Jordan………………………………………………...First Grade

Mrs. Bev (Allan) Lister……………………………………………………….5-12 Band

Mr. Jerry McClenahan……………………………………………………..9-12 Science

Mrs. Nita (Steve) Newby………………………………………………...Fourth Grade

                  Mrs. Ashley (Jeff) Ochs………………………………………………….….Fifth Grade

Mrs. Elaine (Byron) Ruhter…………………………………..Jr. High/Sr. High Math

Mr. Paul Rust……………………………………..Jr. High P.E., Social Science, Coach

Mrs. Lisa (Tim) Schmidt……………………………………..Resource Room Director

Mrs. Alice (Gordon) Schultz…………………9-10 English, Jr. High Bible, Forensics

Mr. James VanDyke……………………7-12 Art, Graphic Arts, Computer, Printing

Mrs. Diane (Mark)Veer……………………………………………...Home Economics

Mrs. Arleta Wiebe…………………………………………..J.H. Bible, Language Arts

Mr. Lewis Wiebe………...Home&Family, 9^th Health/P.E., 10-12 P.E., Bible, Coach

Mr. Jason Wine……………………………………………………………..Bible, Coach

                  Mr. Richard Wright…………………………………………….................Fourth Grade

                  Mrs. Jacky (Fred) Wuthrich………………………………………………...Sixth Grade

Mrs. Luella (Floyd) Zuercher………………………………….11-12 English, Spanish

 

NON-TEACHING STAFF

Mr. David Funk………………………………………………Director of Maintenance

Mrs. Sandra (Randy) Jensen………………………………...Director of Food Service

                  Mrs. Nadine (Galen) Unruh………………………………………….Library Monitor

Mrs. Michelle (Troy) Slabach………………… ………………Food Service Assistant

Mrs. Jennifer (Wayne) Sommerfeld………………………… Receptionist/Secretary

                  Mr. Brad Stephens……………………………………………………..Head Custodian

Mrs. Sherry (James) VanDyke…………………………………….Library Supervisor

Mrs. Kathy (Gary) Veer……………………………………………Financial Secretary

Mrs. Amy (Scott) Vogt………………………………………….S.H. Volleyball Coach

Mrs. Judy (David) Welfelt………………………….................Director of Admissions

Mrs. Lenora (Lyle) Wiebe ………………………………...AD/Elementary Secretary

Mrs. Kristen (Shawn) Wiebe…………………………….S. H. Girls Basketball Coach

Mrs. Marilyn (Laurence) Wiebe………………………………Food Service Assistant

Mrs. Wendy (Bob) Wilgers………………………………………………...Dining Hall

Mr. Ed Wolfe………………………………………………..Wichita Route Bus Driver

 

BEREAN ACADEMY’S VISION

 

Biblically Integrated Education

 

To equip students with an excellent academic foundation, knowledge of the Scriptures, and a Christ-centered, Bible-based worldview, enabling them to glorify God through Christ-like character and service.

 

Berean Academy’s Mission

 

The purpose of Berean Academy is to provide a program of education which promotes a Christ-

centered lifestyle, upholds a standard of scholastic excellence, promotes the principles

established in the Word of God, furnishes instruction in a Christian world-view, and prepares

students to take their places in the home, in the church, in their vocation, and in their country.

 

Berean Academy’s Philosophy

 

Berean Academy exists to give students the tools to develop a Christian world- and life- view based upon the faith that the origin, purpose, and destiny of life are centered in Jesus Christ, thus enabling them to glorify and honor God in their thoughts, words, and actions.

 

CORE VALUES

 

Biblical Authority – The Bible is divinely inspired and without error, authoritative and effective,

and sufficient for faith and practice. (II Timothy 3:16-17)

 

Biblical Integration – The Bible is integrated into every class.

(Deuteronomy 6:4-9; Proverbs 1:1-7)

 

Biblical Worldview – A Bible-based, Christ-centered worldview is taught and modeled.

(I Corinthians 1:18-31; 4:15-16)

 

Educational Excellence – A well-rounded accredited program of academic and extra-curricular

activities. (II Timothy 2:15; Colossians 3:23)

 

Dedicated Qualified Staff – Competent in their field of teaching, modeling Christ-like behavior.

(Proverbs 22:29; II Thessalonians 3:7-9)

 

Parental Partnership – Parents are the primary educators of their children and the school exists

to assist them in this task. (Deuteronomy 6:4-9; Proverbs 6:20-23; Ephesians 6:4)

 

Servant Leadership – Students are challenged and equipped for Christian discipleship and

service. (Matthew 28:18-20; I Peter 4:10-11)

 

Critical Thinking – Students should learn how to process information in the context of

articulating God’s truth to the world. (Psalms 119:97-104; I Corinthians 2:6-16)

 

Mutual Respect – Devoted to one another with honor, dignity, and respect. (Romans 12:10-11)

 

Thoroughly Christian – Committed to Christ-like behavior in business and fiscal responsibility,

in administrative and board leadership, and in personal conduct.

(Hebrews 13:18; I Peter 2:12)

Student Outcomes

 

Students at Berean Academy will be able to:

 

1.     Demonstrate knowledge that the Lord Jesus Christ is the Son of God who came to earth to die for our sin.

2.     Demonstrate knowledge of the necessity of being born again by the Spirit of God by receiving the Lord Jesus Christ to gain eternal life.

3.     Demonstrate knowledge that growth in the Christian life depends upon fellowship with God through reading the Bible, prayer, and service.

4.     Demonstrate the understanding that the Bible is the only Word of God – that it is practical and important.

5.     Demonstrate the application of Biblical ethics and Biblical standards of morality to every part of life: the home, the church, the school, and the world.

6.     Demonstrate the Christian graces of fairness, courtesy, and kindness.

7.     Understand and relate to the urgency of world missions.

8.     Demonstrate an ability to get along with non-Christians and with Christians who hold different views.

9.     Relate the various subject matter areas with the truth of the Bible.

10.   Demonstrate the knowledge that God is the Creator and Sustainer of the universe and of man.

11.   Understand the importance of applying themselves to their work and fulfilling their responsibilities.

12.   Work independently and cooperatively.

13.   Express their thoughts understandably and stand on their personal convictions in the face of pressure.

14.   Demonstrate their creativity.

15.   Demonstrate an appreciation of the fine arts.

16.   Demonstrate competence in communication skills.

17.   Demonstrate the knowledge and skill required for future study or for occupational competence.

18.   Demonstrate discretion in choosing wholesome physical and mental recreation.

19.   Demonstrate knowledge of our American heritage and the current problems facing our country and the world.

20.   Demonstrate knowledge of his or her present civic responsibilities in preparation for adult responsibility as a citizen of heaven and a citizen of our nation.

 

ACCREDITED STANDING:

Berean Academy is accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International. Graduates of Berean Academy are accepted by any institute of higher education. Berean Academy is also a full member of the Kansas State High School Activities Association whose rules and regulations govern our extracurricular activity program.

 

Students entering Berean Academy for the first time must present a transcript from previous schools before credit can be offered to them. They must also have current test results to establish grade and subject level standings.

 

ADMISSIONS POLICY:

 

Statement of Nondiscrimination: Berean Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national or ethnic origin in its hiring practices, educational/activity programs, admissions policies, or financial aid.

 

Heart of America League schools stand together in supporting sportsmanship and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion in its programs or activities.

 

To serve the best interest of the school, the administration reserves the right to deny admission to any student who is evaluated as ineligible. Berean Academy’s Biblical role is to work in conjunction with the home to mold students to be Christ-like. On occasion, the atmosphere or conduct within a particular home may be counter or in opposition to the Biblical lifestyle the school teaches. This includes, but is not necessarily limited to, sexual immorality, homosexual orientation, illegal drugs and alcohol, or inability to support the moral principles of the school. In such cases, the school reserves, within its sole discretion, to refuse admission of an applicant or to discontinue the enrollment of a student.

 

Berean desires to be an extension of the Christian home; therefore, school and home must be responsible to one another.

 

SCHOOL DIRECTORY INFORMATION

 

Soon after the beginning of school, you will receive an official family directory. Please respect the privacy of our school families; we ask that you not use the directory as a source of names for outside sources or businesses or for direct solicitations for non-school business.

 

The following information is considered “directory information” (under terms of the “Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act”) and may be published or disseminated as appropriate: name of student and parents; home address; home phone number; student’s birth date; e-mail address(es); class schedule; height and weight (for students involved in athletics); dates of attendance; honors and awards; clubs and teams to which the student belongs; pictures of the student participating in school events. If you would prefer that any or all of this information not be released, please notify the school office in writing, letting us know which information you do not want classified as “directory information.”

 

Berean Academy may release such directory information to college recruiters. If you wish that such information not be made available to any recruiters, please notify the school office in writing.

 

ACCESS TO STUDENT RECORDS

 

The following agencies/groups have the right to inspect student records without prior written consent:

 

·       State and local officials for the purpose of reporting infectious diseases, gunshot wounds, and abuse, or as ordered by a court of law.

 

·       Accrediting organizations for accomplishing accrediting functions.

 

·       Educational testing organizations for purposes of test validation and development.

 

·       Appropriate persons have access in the event of health and safety emergencies.

 

·       Parents or acting guardians of students whom are dependent for financial support.

 

·       Teachers and support staff when needed to assist the educational process.

 

Parents must receive prompt written notification of the release of student record information when released in response to the judicial process.

 

No other person may obtain access to information contained within the student record without written consent from the parent.

 

 

1.0  CONDUCT & DISCIPLINE PRINCIPLES:

 

1.1 Each teacher or staff member is responsible for his or her room or area.

 

1.2 As a Christian School, the student’s conduct is to fall within the boundaries of the

principles found in the Word of God. Therefore the following is expected:

                 

a. Students are to honor, respect, and obey all staff members as the authority God has placed over them.

 

b. Students are to be considerate of others and give others preference over themselves.

 

c. Students are to help in promoting an atmosphere of wholesomeness, truthfulness, and thankfulness.

 

d. Students are not to lie, cheat, gossip, tease, or exhibit a rebellious spirit.

 

e. Severe offenses, including fighting and cursing will be referred to the Administration.

 

1.3 A lack of cooperation by students may be referred to the Administration for a

conference.

 

1.4   Elementary parents will always be notified when any student is referred to the

Administration.

 

1.5   The function of the Student Relations Committee is to aid the Administration in disciplinary problems and to set guidelines where necessary. The Committee consists of members of the Administration and selected Teachers.

 

1.6   Discipline may include lunch detentions, after-school detentions, in-school suspensions, or suspension from school. Maximum suspension will include three school days. A suspended student may not be on campus for the duration of his suspension, this includes any home extracurricular activities. His/her absence will be considered unexcused. Upon returning, he or she and at least one parent, preferably the father, will be asked to meet with the Administration.

 

1.7   Students on academic or disciplinary probation will be evaluated by the Administration and the Student Relations Committee. Length of probation or termination of probation will be communicated by the Administration. Disciplinary probation may result from inappropriate behavior/activity which happens in or outside of the school day that reflects negatively on the school.

 

1.8   Students on academic or disciplinary probation may not participate in extracurricular activities as long as they are on probation.

 

1.9   The Administration may immediately dismiss a student if the student’s offense or attitude warrants it.

 

1.10 The Administration reserves the right to make decisions regarding discipline in

situations that are not covered in this handbook.

 

 

2.0  CLASSROOM CONDUCT & REGULATIONS:

 

2.1   At Berean a student is expected to cooperate with and show respect for each member of the staff. The student’s liberty to speak and move about will vary throughout the day, but the student is expected to abide by the standards of the supervising staff and to obey the first time he/she is asked to comply to a regulation. Talking is not permitted while a teacher is lecturing.

 

2.2   There is to be no running or pushing others in the school building. When passing from building to building, walking, NOT running, will be in order. Other than playing on the playground, all other walking on campus is to be on the sidewalks. When entering the high-school buildings for music, physical education, lunch, or at other times, students are to be quiet so as not to disturb classes that are in session.

 

2.3   Since most 7-12 students will have a study hall in their schedule, the following standardized regulations are to be observed:

a.     Attendance, tardy, and pass requirements will be the same as in a regular class session. The session begins when the class bell rings.

b.     Students are to study quietly without talking during the first thirty to thirty-five minutes of the period. After this time, students with permission may visit openly.

c.      Passes for office business will not be issued during the first thirty minutes.

d.     Passes should be limited by the discretion of the teacher during the study time.

e.     Special activity passes must be presented for each passage.

 

2.4   Passes will be required of all students leaving the classroom during the class time. Students will remain on campus unless under the supervision of an instructor. Teacher Aides are responsible to their supervising teachers for all passage activity.

 

2.5   Every faculty and staff member has the authority to question or inspect passes when the students move outside the classroom. Students are expected to accept and respect this authority. Failure to present a proper pass will result in a ninth hour.

 

 

 

2.6   Grades 7-12 Students will have access to the use of both IBM compatible and Apple computer labs as dictated by courses, teachers, and assignments. Students must have permission from the lab instructor to be in the Lab outside of class time. Guidelines for using either lab are posted in each room. Students are expected to follow proper computer use ethics as indicated by the guidelines and any other written or verbal instructions given by the instructor. Failure to adhere to the written, posted, and verbal guidelines will result in the loss of computer privileges and/or dismissal from school if warranted.

 

 

3.0  ATTENDANCE:

 

3.1   Teachers plan and prepare very diligently to provide the best educational opportunity for the student. Often this includes lessons, which continue to build upon what was learned the previous day. Missing that instruction time can be very difficult to make up. Therefore, regular attendance is highly encouraged.

 

3.2   A student’s attendance is very important if he or she is to obtain maximum benefit from the investment at Berean Academy. Therefore the training program at Berean needs to be pursued at such a level of interest and participation that absences will be very rare. Attendance records are often checked by future employers.

 

3.3   TARDIES: If a student arrives late, he/she must report to the office for a tardy slip.

 

3.4   EXCUSED TARDIES: An excuse tardy would be:

-       one which is accompanied with a written note from the parent when properly arranged for

-       one which is caused because of emergency car difficulty enroute to school or adverse weather conditions

-       one which is arranged by teacher or supervisor

 

3.5   UNEXCUSED TARDIES: Junior and senior high students will be permitted three unexcused tardies each semester without penalty. Students will serve a weekly ninth hour for excessive tardies.

 

3.6   Grades 7-12 ninth hour sessions are to be served the week following the offense. Notice of the ninth hour will be posted weekly, and they will be served on Wednesdays after school from 3:40-4:30. If the student misses the ninth hour, two ninth hours will be required of the student and a notice will be sent to parents. Failure to attend the next ninth hour will result in a full day of in-school suspension the following day. A student will not be allowed to participate in extracurricular activities if he or she is serving a suspension that day.

 

3.7   A student may leave school early, providing arrangements are made with the school office in advance. Students are required to sign-out or sign-in at the main office upon leaving or returning during the course of the school day.

 

3.8   Students who have to wait after school are not to loiter in school, “drag” the streets of Elbing, or chase around the countryside. A classroom or the library will be open for those who wish to read or study. Students are not to play basketball or lift weights after school without supervision by a faculty member.

 

 

 

 

3.9   ABSENCES: All absences, with the exception of sudden illness or an emergency, must be PREARRANGED with the office by parents in writing or by telephone if the absence is to be excused. Checking with a teacher and not the office first, does not excuse the absence. Failure to bring a note or reception of a phone call from a parent will result in an automatic unexcused absence. An unexcused absence will result in no credit for work due or done on the day(s) of absence. When unexcused, the work missed cannot be made up by the student.

 

3.10 Absences due to illness or family emergency, will be excused if a note from the

parent accompanies the child the first day back to school.

 

3.11 A student may NOT miss class during the last week of the semester, unless an

extreme emergency exists.

 

3.12 Whenever a 7-12 student misses class, he or she is to report to the office upon his or

her return to school. A written note from the parents will be required to excuse the

absence.

 

3.13 The student is responsible for making up the work he or she has missed. To assist

him or her in this, a make-up form is provided by the office.

 

3.14 Make-up forms will NOT be issued for absences due to school-sponsored activities

or prearranged absences, but the student is responsible to check with his or her

teachers, and whatever work is required must be completed IN ADVANCE, or the

student will forfeit credit for that particular assignment, and forfeit the opportunity

of participating in these activities in the future.

 

3.15 The student will have TWO (2) school days for make-up time for every day he or

she has missed. (Example: If John Doe missed school on Thursday, he will have

Friday and Monday to finish the make-up work.) A maximum of two weeks will be

granted for make-up work. The teacher may extend this if the circumstances are

valid.

 

3.16 Class work missed near the end of a grading period should be made up as soon as

possible. The teacher, parents, and student can work out a viable option for makeup

work.

 

3.17 All work missed during an unexcused absence and make-up work not handed in by

the designated time without a valid reason may prohibit a student from attending

and/or competing in extracurricular activities and receiving credit for work done.

 

3.18 Extended absences from school, except for illness, should be avoided if at all

possible.

 

 

4.0  LIBRARY:

 

4.1   THE LIBRARY MUST BE QUIET AT ALL TIMES. Unnecessary talking or other disturbances will not be permitted. Violation of this will result in dismissal from the library and a one-week suspension of library privileges.

 

4.2   The library exists so students will have the opportunity to use its materials and equipment; therefore, any item to be removed from the library must be cleared by the library staff.

 

4.3   A student desiring to check out a book from the library must sign his/her name on the check out card in the back cover of the book.

 

4.4   To check in a book, the student shall return the book to the library and deposit it in the proper place.

 

4.5   A book may be kept for the regular 14-day period unless otherwise stated on the “date due” card.

 

4.6   A five cent per day fine will be levied on all overdue books checked out from the main Berean library, except for reference and overnight books which carry a 25 cent per day fine, if not checked in by 8:15 A.M. on the day they are due. No fines are charged on overdue books checked out from the K-4 library located in the first and second grade building.

 

4.7   If a book is overdue or a fine exists from the main Berean library, that student will not be able to check out additional materials until settlement has been made with the librarian. Quarterly settlement must be made before grades will be issued. This policy is not applicable to the K-4 library.

 

4.8   Encyclopedias must remain in the library. The old sets are exceptions. With permission they may be taken out of the library for use in the school or overnight.

 

4.9   Reserved books will be assigned to special shelves. The reserve book may carry a “Do Not Remove From Library,” “Overnight Only,” or “3-Day” designation. The book must be used or checked out accordingly.

 

4.10 Magazines and newspapers may not be checked out. Since they are particularly

fragile, they should be handled with special care.

 

4.11 After using a book from the shelves, be sure to replace it properly. If you cannot

find the correct place, ask the librarian. A misshelved book is a lost book.

 

4.12 Please report any objectionable library materials to the Library Supervisor.

 

 

5.0  CHAPEL:

 

5.1   Students should come to Chapel with a calm, quiet spirit expecting to meet with the Lord. BIBLES ARE TO BE BROUGHT TO CHAPEL.

 

5.2   At this time there is no individual seating arrangement for chapel. However, the various grade levels are to sit together as a class as designated by the administration.

 

5.3   Elementary Chapel will be held at least once per week on the day determined by the staff before the school year begins.

 

5.4   Berean sponsors special series of meetings during the year for 7-12 students, Spiritual Emphasis Week in the Fall and Missions Emphasis Week in the Spring.

 

 

 

 

 

 

6.0  DINING HALL:

 

6.1   The Berean Academy dining hall is operated to provide hot lunches under the School Lunch Program for all students. Advance payment for lunches is required. There are no lunches provided for kindergarten students due to their dismissal time.

 

6.2   Students will be served a nutritious lunch daily and are expected to produce a “happy plate.”

 

6.3   If a student has special dietary needs, the parent/guardian should contact the school office. Information about the hot lunch program may be obtained at the school office.

 

6.4   The dining hall supervisor is in charge of the dining hall and is responsible to the Administration for its operation.

 

6.5   Staff members may move to the head of the lunch line.

 

6.6   The lunch line is an excellent place to practice the Golden Rule. Courtesy to others is expected; saving places, moving ahead in the line, shoving, being loud and boisterous and other such discourteous behavior is not permitted.

 

6.7   Students are expected to use good table manners when eating. Students should not take more food than they intend to eat, then eat all that is taken. Small helpings will be given when requested, providing it is not a requirement of the food service program.

 

6.8   All students using the tables should be careful to pick up paper and crumbs that are dropped on the floor or chairs. Chairs should be replaced in the proper order after your lunch is completed. Please help keep our dining hall clean and neat.

 

6.9   Students who do not regularly eat in the school lunch program, but wish to on

certain days, should purchase their tickets at the school office upon arrival at school.

First grade through fourth grade students should first proceed to their classrooms.

The teacher will then be responsible for purchasing the tickets from the office or will

allow the student to go the main office to purchase the ticket.

 

6.10 Students who bring their lunches must eat in the dining room. We ask that no soda

be included in lunches brought from home. Food brought from the outside must be cleared with the office in advance.

 

6.11 The dining hall kitchen is off limits for all students except those specifically

assigned for cleaning and serving under the supervision or with the permission of

the dining hall or kitchen supervisors.

 

6.12 Food is not to be taken from the kitchen of dining room without the permission of

the kitchen or dining room supervisors.

 

6.13 Elementary students are given the opportunity to purchase milk for snack time.

This is done a semester at a time. Healthy snacks may also be eaten during the time

that the teacher designates for this. Candy is discouraged except for special

occasions.

 

6.14 From time to time, a family member or friend may want to bring lunch in for a

student. The administration requires that advanced arrangements be made before

food is brought in from the outside by a visitor.

7.0  BUS TRANSPORTATION

 

7.1   Whenever possible a written notice should be sent to the teacher when a student is riding home with someone other than the parent or the regular car pool provider. If a note is not sent, the parent must notify the school of the change so the teacher can be alerted.

 

7.2   The bus driver is in charge of the students and the bus. Students are expected to obey the driver promptly and cheerfully.

 

7.3   Students must be on time; the bus cannot wait for those who are tardy.

 

7.4   Unnecessary conversation with the driver is prohibited. Do not talk loudly or distract the driver’s attention. This is especially important during bad weather. Remember, your life is in the driver’s hands.

 

7.5   Outside of conversation, classroom conduct is to be observed.

 

7.6   For reasons of safety, and state regulations, students must not do the following:

a.     Get on or off the bus or stand while the bus is in motion.

b.     Change seats during the bus ride.

c.      Extend heads, arms, or other body parts out of the windows.

d.     Throw ANY objects at ANY time on the bus

 

7.7   When leaving the bus, students must observe directions of the driver. If you cross the road, do so in FRONT of the bus AFTER making sure the roadway is clear.

 

7.8   Students should help keep the bus clean and sanitary by placing waste paper and other rubbish in the trash containers provided.

 

7.9   Any damage to the bus is to be reported to the driver at once.

 

7.10 Unless approved by the bus driver, sponsor, or administration, the use of electronic devices is prohibited in all school vehicles.

 

7.11 During stormy seasons, students are advised to listen to their home radios for storm

warnings and not attempt to reach school when so forewarned. In case of severe

snow or ice, school closing announcements will be made over KFDI-1070AM and 101.3 FM Wichita, and local TV channels 3, 10, and 12.

 

7.12 Bus transportation, daily to and from campus or for field trips/athletic events, is a

privilege, and may be revoked for infractions of these regulations.

 

7.13 Visitors, or students who do not regularly ride, must notify the bus driver IN

ADVANCE if they wish to ride.

 

7.14 Kansas State Law requires that we conduct annual bus evacuation drills for all students.

 

 

8.0  OTHER TRANSPORTATION:

 

8.1   Drivers are reminded of the state laws that prohibit the passing of a school bus that is stopped to receive or unload students, speed limits, and no passing when a yellow strip is in the driver’s lane of traffic. Any person who passes a stopped school bus with red lights flashing and a stop sign activated will be fined $100. Defensive, safe driving should be a top priority for every driver.

 

8.2   The speed limit on the Berean Academy campus is 15 miles per hour. Driver’s should be mindful of Elementary students before, during, and after school. Sidewalks and grass are not designated driving and/or parking areas. Students are to use designated parking areas only.

 

8.3   After arriving at Berean, automobiles are to remain parked during the day unless special permission is obtained from the Administration. Students may not loiter or congregate in the parking lot or in cars before, during or after school.

 

8.4   Students must ride inside vehicles at all times, not outside, on fenders, or in the back of a truck bed, etc. All drivers should handle vehicles with the utmost safety in mind.

 

8.5   Students participating in school activities must ride to the activity in school transportation. Students may ride home with a parent/adult if they have a written note from their parents giving approval and/or their parents sign them out with the sponsor of the activity before leaving. Students may not ride home with another student driver from the activity.

 

9.0  TELEPHONE:

 

9.1   Students who need to call home may come to the office to use the phone at a cost of

twenty-five cents for local calls and fifty cents for long distance calls.

 

9.2   We realize that many older students carry cell phones. All cell phones must be turned off during the school day and are not to be used during the school day without permission. A cell phone that interrupts a class will be taken from the student and returned at the end of the day by the Administration.