Student Handbook

Objectives

It is the primary aim of Emerald Christian Academy to provide opportunity for students to accept Jesus Christ as their Savior, to allow the Holy Spirit to transform their lives and to fulfill the commission of preaching the gospel to the entire world. In order to accomplish this, students are educated to:

• apply fundamental Seventh-day Adventist Christianity to today’s society

• enhance their daily walk with Christ through daily devotion

• inspire a sense of dedication and commitment to service

• establish behavior patterns in harmony with natural laws governing physical, mental and spiritual health

• broaden and intensify the use of tools and knowledge

• become increasingly independent in gaining understanding and making decisions based on accumulated knowledge

• develop attitudes of discrimination among values

• develop the aesthetic nature with an accent on the fine and beautiful things of life

Spiritual Commitment: Emerald Christian Academy upholds the beliefs of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and welcomes those who will cheerfully endeavor to live in harmony with the principles of the school.

Non-Discrimination Policy: Emerald Christian Academy admits students of any race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national and ethnic origins, in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other school administered programs.

IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act: Emerald Christian Academy uses the provisions and federal requirements of IDEA to help provide a structure that strives to meet the educational needs of all students. It is understood that ECA is a non-public, private school and some public resources are not available to our school. ECA works with the local Pleasant Hill School District to facilitate services for students who might qualify for extra services. IDEA states…

In the law, Congress states:

Disability is a natural part of the human experience and in no way diminishes the right of individuals to participate in or contribute to society. Improving educational results for children with disabilities is an essential element of our national policy of ensuring equality of opportunity, full participation, independent living, and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities.

IDEA, 2004; Public Law 114-95

Part A. General Provisions

Part A outlines IDEA’s general provisions, including the purpose of IDEA and the definitions used throughout the statute.

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Part B. Assistance for All Children with Disabilities

Part B includes provisions related to formula grants that assist states in providing a free appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment for children with disabilities ages three through 21.

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Part C. Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities

Part C includes provisions related to formula grants that assist states in providing early intervention services for infants and toddlers birth through age two and their families.

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Part D. National Activities to Improve Education of Children with Disabilities

Part D includes provisions related to discretionary grants to support state personnel development, technical assistance and dissemination, technology, and parent-training and information centers.

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Curriculum

Although the curriculum followed by Emerald Christian Academy is similar to that offered at public schools, religious emphasis is placed in all subject areas. Bible classes are an integral part of the curriculum of every grade.

In grades kindergarten through eighth, students receive instruction in Bible, reading, writing, math, spelling, language arts, social studies, science, art, music, physical education, STEAM, and computer skills integrated through-out.

CURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS

Physical Education: All students are required to participate in P.E. and such activities as planned by the instructor unless a written excuse from a doctor is presented. Emerald Christian Academy students are known as the “Roadrunners.” Although the roadrunner is a cute little bird, and serves as our mascot, it more appropriately depicts our desire to run and be active.

Bible Highlight: Bible is taught at all grade levels through age-appropriate curriculum. Emerald Christian Academy’s curriculum has been developed by the Seventh-day Adventist Church and is Bible-based and Christ-centered. Students in the primary grades learn character-building lessons from the stories of the Bible. Scripture memorization is a part of the learning. Bible classes for students in the middle and upper grades are more issues focused. Students are invited to see Jesus as a loving friend and an important part of their daily life.

Music Highlight: A variety of music experiences are offered at ECA. These opportunities include off-campus performances including church services. These performances are coordinated with teachers and the music program. ECA also works with local strings students to coordinate weekly community practices.

Field Trips: Each class is encouraged to take a number of field trips each year. These trips are planned to provide enrichment and serve as a valuable learning resource for the instructional program. A small fee may be necessary to defray expenses. These trips are well planned and have specific itineraries. Buses are used to transport students, whenever possible. Parent’s cars are used only if they meet State and Conference guidelines for insurance.

• Proof of Insurance

• Copy of Driver’s license

• Background check

Field trips will be announced in advance of the activity date. However there are times the Pleasant Hill SDA Church is used as an extension of the school campus and students walk to the church by crossing Zephyr Way. This is not considered a field trip that needs advanced notice.

Assemblies/Chapels: As a part of the total curriculum of Emerald Christian Academy, assemblies and chapels are held on the second Friday of each month. They vary in nature and include religious, cultural, and entertainment programs. Twice a year there is a week of spiritual emphasis during which daily assemblies are held.

Financial Plan

Enrollment Fee: There is an enrollment fee for all returning students and new students. Returning families pay $150. There is an early enrollment discount that is offered in February.

Registration Fee: There is a $250 fee to help with program costs. These include textbooks and curriculum costs, classroom learning events, and technology improvements.

Classroom Fee: There is a $50/student classroom fee that is used to provide classroom teachers with a yearly budget.

Tuition: Tuition payments may be made over a twelve-month period or a ten-month period. The 12-month period will begin in July and the 10-month period begins in August. If the yearly tuition is paid in full by September 15 a pre-payment discount applies.

Financial Agreement: Before a student is enrolled in school, the registration fee must be paid and the parent or guardian must accept financial responsibility for the student by signing an agreement. Any special arrangements must be submitted in writing and approved by the Finance Committee.

OTHER FEES

Textbooks: A nominal textbook fee is included in the entrance fee. If textbooks are not returned at the end of the school year, students will be charged a new book price.

Miscellaneous: While a concerted effort has been made to include all fees in either tuition or entrance fees, there may be occasions when it will be necessary for students to bring money to school for events such as ASB activities and field trips.

DISCOUNTS

Multi-child Discount: A $200 yearly discount is given for each additional child divided over a 10-month period..

Constituent Discount: A $30.00 per month ($300.00 per year) discount is given for students whose parents or guardians are members of, Eugene, Eugene Korean, Fall Creek, Pleasant Hill, Spanish, Storyline, or Springfield Seventh-day Adventist Churches.

Pre-payment Discount: A 3.5% tuition discount will be applied to tuition if paid in full for the school year by September 15.

Due to the uncertainty of economic conditions, all charges listed are subject to change if deemed necessary by the school board.

FINANCIAL AID

Those needing financial aid for tuition may apply for assistance through FACTS. Parents should apply early so that registration will not be held up. The school office must have written verification of all arrangements before the registration process can be completed.

COLLECTION POLICY

A primary goal of the school board is to operate on a sound financial basis. It is also a goal of the board to keep all children in school who wish to attend Emerald Christian Academy.

In accordance with these goals, Emerald Christian Academy expects all accounts to be paid when due – 30 days net. Any accounts past due will carry a late charge of 1.5% per month.

Those with accounts more than 30 days past due must make immediate arrangement for payment or discuss a payment schedule with the finance office. Any student whose account is more than 60 days delinquent may be asked to withdraw unless other arrangements are made.

Before a student may register and enter school, all accounts from the previous school year must be paid or arrangements made with the finance office. Students transferring in from other schools need to have financial clearance from previous school prior to acceptance. Grade reports, diploma and records of any student or former student with an outstanding account will be withheld.

Student Illness

Students with communicable/infectious diseases as defined by the State Health Division will be excluded from school attendance until they are no longer contagious/infectious. Common minor conditions such as a mild runny nose, ringworm, or cold sores are not a reason for school exclusion. A child with a fever must stay out of school until the fever has been gone for 24 hours. A child with vomiting or diarrhea must stay out of school until vomiting and diarrhea have been gone for at least 24 hours.

Children on antibiotics for a contagious condition such as pneumonia, strep throat, or pink-eye may return to school once they have been on antibiotics for 24 hours. The school may require a physician’s statement before allowing a student with a contagious disease to return to school.

Administrative policies for dealing with communicable-infectious diseases will be formulated, periodically reviewed, and communicated to students and their families as necessary.

Behavior Standards

Emerald Christian Academy’s mission is for every student to learn to love God, value learning, and serve others. The purpose of the behavioral guidelines is to help students fulfill the three aspects of the mission statement and to provide opportunity for the student to develop in the areas of self-discipline and decision making. The intent of this policy is to foster appropriate student behavior, not the punishment of students.

Students at Emerald Christian Academy are expected to know that proper order and discipline are necessary for good work in school. Students are expected to show respect for duty, order, morality, personal honor, and the rights of others as is expected of any good citizen.

It is the hope of the administration and faculty that the students of Emerald Christian Academy will, of their own will, conduct themselves as good citizens. Such conduct would include Christian kindness and courtesy toward all, a positive attitude toward ECA and the principles for which it stands, and a deep commitment to do one’s best in every task.

Special privileges are contrary to good school spirit and good sportsmanship. Consequently, no student should feel that the regulations of the school do not apply to him or her, but rather should lend his or her influence toward helping fellow students fit into the program at Emerald Christian Academy.

Any practice or attitude which tends to nullify a Christian atmosphere or defeat the purpose of the school will not be permitted. Whenever, in the judgment of the faculty, a student’s connection with the school is no longer profitable to himself or to other students, that student may be asked to sever connection with the school although no overt act has been committed.

For violation of any one of the following basic behavior standards at school or on any school related activity, a student is liable for immediate suspension of a day or more. The number of suspension days is at the discretion of the principal, which depends on the severity of the incident and history of discipline of the student. Violations of a more serious nature may result in dismissal from school.

• Participation in any off campus activity which affects behavior and/or attitude while at school. (Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter, Texting, etc.)

• Undermining the religious ideals of ECA or the spiritual faith of an individual student.

• Participating in bullying, hazing, initiations, or deliberately committing any act that injures, degrades, or disgraces a fellow student. (This includes cyber bullying.)

• Using profane language, possessing or displaying obscene literature or pictures, or indulging in lewd conduct or suggestions.

• Using or possessing tobacco, narcotics, alcoholic beverages or harmful drugs in any form.

• Gambling and affiliated materials.

• Stealing, any form of cheating, willful deception, or dishonesty (see cheating policy).

• Entering locked facilities, picking or breaking locks, doors, or windows, duplicating school keys, or using unauthorized keys.

• Tampering with school lights, wiring, or unauthorized use of fire alarms.

• Possessing or using knives, firearms, firecrackers, or incendiaries of any kind.

• Unauthorized access to computer accounts and passwords.

• Showing disrespect or insubordination.

• Possession of reading materials or recordings not in accordance with the high standards of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, as determined by the administration. (This includes Cell phones, IPODS, MP3 Players, PSP’s, etc.)

• Improper conduct involving students and school personnel.

• Leaving the campus for any reason without permission or going to an unauthorized part of campus without approval and proper supervision.

*The school reserves the right to review any student violation of state or federal law and, if it is deemed necessary, take disciplinary action up to and including suspension or dismissal.

Each student is expected to follow all the regulations of the school, written or announced, and to give prompt attention to the directions of the school personnel. Regulations adopted and announced by the faculty during the school year are as binding as those printed in the calendar/handbook.

By enrolling a student at ECA, parents automatically agree to pay all damage and/or replacement expenses when property belonging to the school, personnel, or other students is damaged either through carelessness or intentional destruction.

CLASSROOM CONDUCT

The following guidelines will assist the teacher and the students in the development of good citizenship:

• Students need to be prepared for their classes. Students should bring needed materials to each class. They should not have to leave the room to go to their locker for these materials once class has started.

• Courtesy to the teacher and to other students is expected at all times.

• If the teacher corrects a student for any reason, the student is to receive the correction in a courteous manner, and if, in their opinion, the correction is unjust, they may discuss it with the teacher privately after the class is over.

• When the teacher corrects any student, other students are not to interject themselves into the situation, regardless of how unfair they think the correction is. They may discuss the situation with the teacher privately after the class is over.

Students are expected to follow classroom rules as laid out by the teacher.

Cheating Policy—School-wide:

1. Students are expected to maintain academic integrity at all times. Emerald Christian Academy does not approve of students:
   a. Doing other’s work
   b. Using aids that are not teacher approved
   c. Using other’s works as their own; this includes copying another student’s work and plagiarism (copying word for word without citing sources)
   d. Copying from others or supplying answers
   e. Using notes during a test when not allowed
   f. Sharing homework when the instructions are to work alone
   g. Turning in a paper as your own when it is copied partly or entirely from other sources without giving proper credit
   h. Using computers or other electronic devices in a dishonest way
   i. Talking/disturbing during an exam

2. Consequences for cheating may include but are not limited to:
   a. Zero grade on the assignment
   b. Notification to parent
   c. Parent Conference
   d. Academic Contract

3. Second Infraction:
   a. All of the above and
   b. The appropriate curricular committee will be notified and will consider further discipline
   c. The student will be suspended from 1 to 3 days
   d. Parents will be notified in writing
   e. The report will become part of the student’s file

4. Third Infraction:
   a. All of the above and
   b. The student will be suspended from 1 to 4 days and may be subject to expulsion

Sexual Harassment: Sexual Harassment is defined as any unwelcomed sexual advance or request, and other conducts of a sexual nature, which is offensive. It can be spoken, written, or physical behavior. It includes offensive pictures, graffiti, and jokes. The target of harassment and the perpetrator do not have to agree about what is happening; sexual harassment is subjective. Harassment can be a one-time event or multiple occurrences. Examples include: touching or manipulating body parts, being forced to kiss someone or coerced to do something sexual, making suggestive or sexual gestures, looks, comments, or other noises, spreading sexual rumors or making sexual propositions, pulling another’s clothes or your own clothes off, drawing pictures or writing notes about someone in a sexual context, etc. –this includes anything pertaining to social media. Note: There is an additional OR Conference Policy on sexual harassment at the end of this manual that explains processes and school policies more clearly.

Drug Policy: Emerald Christian Academy believes in and promotes a drug-free environment. Any student or adult found to be distributing, selling, sharing or offering drugs of any kind (prescription medications, illegal substances, and alcohol , tobacco, or look-alike substances) will be asked to withdraw immediately. Law enforcement will be consulted.

Additional Behaviors Subject to Disciplinary Action (the intention of this list is to be a general guide as to what is appropriate or not appropriate on our campus). The teacher has final authority for their classroom expectations:

1. Willfully defying the cheating policy

2. Academic non-performance

3. Truancy and/or excessive unexcused tardiness and absences

4. Acts disrupting the learning environment and school activities.

5. Improper use of technology on campus

6. Tampering with the fire alarm (may result in a fine from the fire department)

7. Damage to/defacing of school or private property

8. Committing and unauthorized entry or presence in unsupervised rooms

9. Theft/robbery/extortion or receiving stolen property

10. Inappropriate display of affection
    a. Kissing
    b. Tickling
    c. Long Hugs
    d. Touching for extended time (such as keeping hand on leg)
    e Draping legs over each other
    f. Slapping

    g. PDA as determined by staff

11. Intentionally causing serious injury to another, not in self-defense

12. Intentionally threatening or intimidating school personnel or students, causing reasonable fear of life or well-being or materially disrupts the school environment.

13. Possession of dangerous object, firearms, or imitation/toy weapons at school or school activates

14. Committing an obscene act or engaging in habitual profanity, vulgarity, or implied meanings of inappropriate language.

15. Persistently advocating atheism and/or ideas that are destructive of Christian principles or the moral teachings of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

16. Violation of the principals and values of Seventh-day Adventist Christian beliefs

Disciplinary Action/Behavior Consequences: Unacceptable or inappropriate behavior will result in one or more of the following consequences (depending on severity and the discipline history of the student and depending on if the student was already on probation):

1. Verbal Warning – student receives a verbal warning from the teacher or administration

2. Communication with parents – parents informed through a phone call or email regarding misbehavior

3. Student Conference – A conference held with the parent or guardian in person or by phone with one or more school officials regarding student behavior. The student or a pastor may or may not be involved.

4. Detention / On-campus Suspension – student may be removed from one or more classes, but will remain at school in a supervised location.

5. Students may not return to classes until parents are notified and the issue resolved. Student may be detained for disciplinary reasons after the close of the school day.

6. Probation – a student may be placed on probation for a period of time to determine if the student has made significant changes that will allow him/her to remain at the school.

7. School Alternative Program – a student may be temporarily assigned to an alternative program by the principal or designee. The alternative program could include a reduction in the school day, temporary independent study, or another alternative that is short of suspension from school.

8. Off-Campus Suspension – a student may be suspended off campus for a serious offense or when other means of correction have failed to modify a student’s behavior. Parents will be notified of the suspension within twenty-four hours and a letter sent as a written confirmation.

9. Expulsion – a student may be expelled. The student shall be notified that he/she is being suspended for up to 10 school days and that he/she is being considered for expulsion. Parents shall be notified by phone within twenty-four hours of the suspension and of the recommendation for expulsion.

10. Appeal – the student, or the student’s parent or guardian, has the right to appeal a suspension and or expulsion. Appeals of a suspension will be heard by the faculty of Emerald Christian Academy. The suspension may have been served, but if the suspension is overturned on appeal to the faculty, all reference to the suspension will be removed from the student’s record. Expulsions may be appealed to the School Board Executive Committee. If the expulsion is overturned, all reference to the expulsion will be removed from the student’s record.

Lunch Time: Students in grade K through 8 are expected to eat their lunch in the designated areas, unless otherwise directed by the homeroom teacher. Lunch periods for lower elementary and upper elementary are at different times. Before a student leaves their lunch area they are expected to make sure they leave their area clean and all garbage is thrown away. All students need to stay in their specified area and should remain with their class or where there is supervision by a staff member.

Natural Disasters: In the event of natural disasters, students should follow the directions given by the teacher.

Emergency/Fire Drills: Emergency drills are conducted at regular intervals throughout the school year. Students are expected to participate in these drills and to follow drill instructions as specified by a staff member. One continuous sound of the school bell indicates a fire drill or a fire in progress. Students should remember that although they may think that this is “only a fire drill,” it could be a real fire in which case students’ lives are at stake.

When the signal sounds, students should proceed outside to the playground area. Please note the specific area to which your grade will go during the fire drill. All should leave the building without running or talking. Having reached the assigned spot, students will wait quietly while the teacher takes attendance. When the signal is given, all may return to the building.

During fire drill students in grades five through eight will report to the area assigned to their homeroom regardless of the class in which they are when the signal is given.

Teachers will advise students of any alternate route which may be used during a fire if the usual route is not available.

SCHOOL BUILDING

Students are to conduct themselves at all times in a manner consistent with a refined home. Loud talking, running in the halls, scuffling anywhere in the building, or any conduct of a boisterous nature, is always out of order, and disruptive to ongoing classes and office business.

PLAYGROUND AND GYMNASIUM GUIDELINES

General

• Students are to remain in the specified play area during recesses or recreational periods.

• All staff members are to be obeyed.

• If you need to leave the play area, you must ask permission of the supervising staff member.

• Low-risk gymnastics and tumbling activities may be done with supervision.

• Please do not chase, tackle, trip, hit or roughhouse anyone.

• Do not lift or carry any other student.

• The gym and playground are off limits before and after school hours, except during supervised times.

• It is always expected that students show Christian sportsmanship.

Gym

• The stage area is off limits at all times unless specifically authorized by teacher on a case by case basis.

• Unless otherwise instructed, only basketballs, volleyballs, soft nerf-type balls and soft playground balls are allowed for gym play.

• Balls are not to be dribbled, kicked, or thrown in the hallways.

• Unless as part of an organized P.E. game, balls are not to be kicked.

• Play equipment is not to be taken into the restrooms.

• Do not play on or with the volleyball standards, or basketball backboards or supports.

• Be careful not to hit the lights, ceiling tiles, or curtains with balls.

• Please do not whip or swing the jump ropes.

Playground

• Do not climb or sit on the playfield backstop or fence.

• While playing near classroom doors, please be respectful of learning.

• Be careful not to hit windows.

• Using slides and swings in unsafe ways is not allowed. This is an age-appropriate determination by staff.

• Do not throw sand, gravel, rocks or other hard material.

• Skateboards/in-line skates/heelies are not allowed at school at any time.

• Hardballs may not be used.

• Do not play with fallen debris, such as sticks or branches, in the fields or playground.

School Bus Service

Currently, school bus service is provided for school field trips. There is no daily school transportation services

School buses are carefully regulated by the State Department of Education to insure safe transportation. Pupils transported in a school bus are under the authority and responsibility of the school bus driver.

Bus drivers are in charge of students while transporting them and shall have full authority to assign seats, enforce bus regulations, and deny transportation privileges when deemed necessary.

Students are to:

• Remain seated at all times

• Not engage in loud talk

• Keep all articles and parts of the body inside the bus

• Not wear athletic footwear with cleats or spikes

• Not throw articles of any kind in or from the bus

• Help keep the bus clean

• NOT use cell phones or other personal electronic devices while on the school bus. If brought on the bus they will be placed in basket at the front of the bus and returned when the bus has reached its destination.

Students are to obey any additional rules the bus driver determines are necessary to maintain a safe and comfortable riding environment.

Bus service is a privilege. Any student who disregards bus guidelines may be denied this service. Students and parents can expect camera monitoring as part of this bus service. The principal reserves the right to enforce bus guideline infractions based on video review.

Dress Guidelines

Our dress guidelines proceed from a twofold perspective. The one, and most critical perspective, is that of Biblical principles. The other, less specific perspective is that of believer preference. All personal dress and appearance of boys and girls should reveal character in the individual, in harmony with the Christian life. Careful consideration given to simplicity, appropriateness, modesty, neatness and health is essential when considering acceptable standards of dress or appearance at Emerald Christian Academy.

Principle 1 – Modesty: 1 Peter 3:3-4. Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as braided hair and the wearing of gold jewelry and fine clothes. Instead, it should be that of your inner self, the unfolding beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.

Principle 2 – Appropriateness: A different type of clothing would be worn for picnics, physical education, and work than would be worn in the classroom. Modesty will regulate type of material and style of clothing. Neatness should be noticeable in the clothing worn as well as in the grooming.

Principle 3 – Contributing to a Learning Atmosphere: ECA strives to provide students with a safe and balanced learning atmosphere. Dress that makes this a challenge in classrooms or in our school setting is not appropriate for school or school functions. Costumes, gaming, and social media trends are examples of clothing or attire that might cause challenges to learning. Individual teachers or the school administration can interpret what is appropriate according to the needs of the school or classroom.

The school administration and staff strive to be fair and understanding as they deal with students in matters of dress.

• Shoes: are to be worn at all times, unless permission is given otherwise. For safety reasons roller shoes and flip-flops are not allowed. Sandals exposing the toes should not be worn on the playground or during running activities.

• Shirts: sweaters, and sweatshirts that are neat and clean may be worn to school. Shirts and tops should not be tight-fitting, low-necked, sheer, or expose the midriff. Shirts and attire must not fall below the natural bra line. Underwear, undergarments, bras, or gaps in fabric should not be viewable at any time. If a teacher is uncomfortable with clothing, this is a situation that needs to be addressed. If a student has to constantly pull at their shirt, the shirt is inappropriate. Underwear style tee shirts and spaghetti strap tank tops should not be worn alone but may be worn under another shirt or sweater. Shirts with offensive slogans or logos, or advertising something against the Christian lifestyle (anime, movies, Tv shows, music, or trends) are inappropriate school wear.

• Skirts: should be worn at least knee length when standing. Tight-fitting skirts are not appropriate. Skirts that come to the mid-thigh or longer may be worn with leggings.

• Pants: Only pants or jeans that are modestly cut and in good condition, may be worn. Pants that are designed as distressed garments are acceptable, but should not be excessive. Most leggings by themselves are acceptable; however, overly thin or excessively tight garments should not be worn, especially if they show undergarments.

• Jewelry & Accessories: Modesty and not in excess are important things to remember. Simple jewelry of a modest nature may be worn.

• Makeup: Natural-looking makeup is acceptable. Heavy eyeliner, mascara, and bright or dark lipstick is not acceptable. Makeup should accentuate the natural beauty and not be a distracting statement.

• Hair: should be neat, clean, and well-groomed. Extreme styles should be avoided. What is considered extreme may vary from culture to culture and time to time, so it would be difficult to say exactly what hairstyles are too extreme for everyone. Modesty and not in excess are important things to remember.

• Hats and Hoods: are not acceptable classroom attire.

• Shorts: must be hemmed, in good condition and extend to the mid-thigh when seated. Shorts should not be excessively tight.

• P.E. attire: While some students and classes participate wearing school attire, we recognize that appropriate PE attire may need to include tee shirts, sweat pants, or modest shorts. Appropriate footwear needs to be worn for the class and activities. Appropriate dress will be shared with the students by the individual teacher.

• Band and Choir: members will wear designated uniforms at the discretion of the Music Director. The above dress code is still in effect for Sabbath performances. It is strongly recommended that band students wearing a skirt make sure that it goes past the knees when seated.

• Clothes that detract from the educational environment will not be allowed. (If a child has to constantly pull up their pants they either need a belt or a smaller size.)

• Staff members do not always notice infractions to the dress code the first time or right away. Just because no one said anything the first time you wore something does not mean that it is okay to wear.

• Students that do not follow the dress code will be asked to change if possible. If they do not have another option available at school, then they will be asked to call a parent to arrange a different option.

Banquet Attire

1. Girls Attire
   a. No strapless or spaghetti straps without a bolero or other covering.
   b. Attire should not be excessively tight.
   c. No sheer or slits on the midriff or on skirts above the knee.
   e. Back of gown must not fall below the natural bra line. No cleavage, underwear, or gaps in fabric that will allow these things to be viewable at any time.
   h. Length must go to the knee naturally, not only when pulled down

   i. High-heeled shoes should not exceed 3”

2. Boys Attire
   a. Appropriate clothing includes dress pants /nice polos /shirts with collars /dress shoes.
   b. No tight-fitting clothing

 Oregon Conference Sexual Harassment Policy

The Oregon Conference of Seventh-day Adventist Office of Education (The Oregon Conference) prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any kind. This policy defines these terms and provides a complaint procedure for all persons described in subsection (5)(b) of Senate Bill 197 (SB197) who believe they have been victims of prohibited conduct.

This policy includes sexual harassment of students by students or staff members; sexual harassment of staff members by students or other staff members; and sexual harassment of persons described in subsection (5)(b) of SB197 by students or staff members. It may also encompass any conduct that a reasonable person in the individual’s circumstances would consider unwelcome, hostile, intimidating, threatening, humiliating, abusive, offensive, or violent behavior that is not necessarily illegal, but is still prohibited by this policy.

Discrimination and Harassment

It is the Oregon Conference policy to provide a learning environment free from discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, or physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. Beyond the legal requirements, it is the expectation for all members of our school community that we follow Biblical counsel and Jesus’ example to respect and affirm every person as made in the image of God and loved deeply by Him.

It is our policy that all students, staff members, volunteers, and visitors to the school are entitled to a respectful and productive learning environment free from behavior, action, or language that constitutes harassment or discrimination. The “school” includes when any individual is on school premises, at a school-sponsored off-site event, traveling on behalf of the school, or conducting school business, regardless of location.

Sexual Harassment

Sexual harassment is a form of harassment and includes, but is not limited to 1) unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other conduct of a sexual nature, explicit or implicit; 2) unwelcome verbal or physical conduct that is sufficiently severe or pervasive to have the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with performance or creating a hostile, intimidating or offensive environment.

Sexual Abuse or Assault

Sexual Abuse or Assault is 1) conduct of a sexual nature directed toward a person younger than the age of consent or a person who is unable to give consent; 2) unwanted conduct of a sexual nature that is inflicted upon a person or compelled through the use of physical force, psychological or emotional manipulation, threat, or intimidation.

Prohibited Conduct

This policy prohibits conduct based on an individual’s protected status. The following examples, while not comprehensive, represent prohibited behavior:

●       Physical harassment, including but not limited to unwelcome physical contact such as touching, impeding or blocking movement, or any physical interference;

●       Verbal harassment, including but not limited to disparaging or disrespectful comments, jokes, slurs, innuendoes, teasing, and other sexual talk such as jokes, personal inquiries, persistent unwanted courting and derogatory insults;

●       Nonverbal harassment, including but not limited to suggestive or insulting sounds, obscene gestures, leering or whistling;

●      Visual harassment, including but not limited to displays of explicit or offensive calendars, circulation of derogatory content, posters, pictures, drawings or cartoons that reflect disparagingly upon a class of persons or a particular person;

●       Sexual harassment, as described above, including but not limited to unwelcome sexual advances or requests for favors in exchange for conduct of a sexual nature;

●       Sharing, requesting, or having possession of inappropriate photos of a sexual nature. (Sexting is the sending of nude or sexually explicit images by cell phone, smartphone, or other electronic devices. Teenagers in Oregon who share nude or sexual images of minors may be prosecuted under the state’s child pornography laws.)

Disciplinary Action

The Oregon Conference will not tolerate discriminatory conduct, harassment, or sexual assault. Any individual found to have engaged in such conduct may face disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion.

Protection Against Retaliation

The Oregon Conference prohibits retaliation against any individual for filing a complaint regarding conduct in violation of this policy. The Oregon Conference will not tolerate retaliation against any student or staff member for raising a good faith concern, for providing information related to a concern, or for otherwise cooperating in an investigation of a reported violation of this policy.

Reporting Procedure

1.      Any student or staff member aware of or experiencing discrimination, harassment, or sexual assault at school or participating in school-related activities should report that information immediately and may make the report verbally or in writing to an immediate supervisor or school administration.

2.      The school administrator/principal shall contact his/her superintendent to report any information or incident he/she becomes aware of regarding discrimination, harassment, or sexual assault.

3.      If the report is of sexual abuse or assault and involves a student, the staff member shall also immediately fulfill his or her duties as a mandatory reporter by contacting either local law enforcement or the Child Abuse Hotline for their state.

1. The Oregon Conference will work in cooperation with the principal to coordinate efforts to ensure the student/staff is protected and to promote a nonhostile learning environment by:

   1. providing resources for support measures to the student/staff

   2. taking any action necessary to remove future impact on the student/staff

   3. investigating and document all complaints

   4. communicating with involved students/staff and parents. The individual who initiated the complaint and, if applicable, the student’s parents shall be notified:

                     i.      when an investigation is initiated

                    ii.      of the protected rights of the student reporting

                    iii.      when an investigation is concluded and whether a violation of this policy was found to have occurred

5. documenting action(s) taken.

2. Local law enforcement may be involved if required by the facts of the incident.

Time Limitations

Nothing in this policy precludes any person from filing a formal grievance to the Bureau of Labor and Industries’ Civil Rights Division or the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Note that Oregon state law requires that any legal action taken on alleged discriminatory conduct (specifically that prohibited by ORS 659A.030, 659A.082 or 659A.112) commence no later than five years after the occurrence of the violation. Other applicable laws may have a shorter time limitation on filing.”