Kingdom Christian Academy (KCA), in addition to being an institution of education, is a channel through which the Lord Jesus Christ can be more clearly revealed. However, in this context, it is necessary for us to present a clear statement of our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and the Holy Bible. We should combine with that statement a substantive and definitive school purpose.
1. STATEMENT OF FAITH
We believe the Bible to be the inspired, the only infallible Word of God.
We believe that there is only one God.
We believe in the deity of our Lord Jesus Christ, in his Virgin birth and His sinless life, in His miracles, in His atoning death through His shed blood, in His ascension, and in His personal return in power and glory.
We believe that for the salvation of lost and sinful men, there must be a plan. Three parts are included in this plan of salvation: 1) repentance, 2) water baptism (in the name of Jesus and for remission of sin), and the 3) infilling of the Holy Spirit. (Acts 2:38, John 3:5)
We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit by whose indwelling the Christian is enabled to live a godly life.
We believe in the resurrection of both the saved and the lost; they that are saved, unto the resurrection of life and they that are lost, unto the resurrection of damnation.
We believe in the spiritual unity of believers in our Lord Jesus Christ.
We believe that God created the human person as either male or female in His image and likeness, that a person’s sex is not changeable per God’s design and that God’s design for marriage and the family is the union of one man and one woman from whose union children are brought into the world. A person’s life begins at the moment of his or her conception and should be protected until natural death.
2. MISSION STATEMENT AND SCHOOL PURPOSE
“Grounded in Truth through God’s Word, Superior Academics in a Christian Environment, Building Character for Global Impact.”
Our school purpose is to offer a Christ-centered program which will effectively instruct the student in our basic Christian heritage, lead him to a personal knowledge of Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, and help him develop the qualities of Christian character and Christian leadership. A superior academic program with emphasis on the subjects, meaningful experiences, and problem solving is offered at KCA. A strong reading program is maintained.
Philosophy of Education
The right and responsibility to teach begins in the home with the parents. Beyond the lessons learned in the family environments, the church also has the right and responsibility to educate children both academically and spiritually. Moreover, Proverbs 22:6 says to “Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart it.” It is with this philosophy in mind that Kingdom Christian Academy endeavors to educate students and teach them to excel academically and spiritually in all avenues of life
Non-Discrimination Policy
Consistent with the truth of God’s living Word, Kingdom Christian Academy admits students of any race, color, 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, or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, and other school-administered programs.
3. OBJECTIVES IN EDUCATION
Our objectives in the education of your children are as follows:
Prepare children spiritually by instilling in them a personal responsibility to and appreciation for the Lord Jesus Christ.
Prepare children to successfully live in a democratic system helping them to develop a sense of responsibility as a citizen and a Christian.
Offer an instructional program that meets the academic needs of children, one that encourages them to think clearly, logically, and independently, achieving mastery in the tools of learning and communication.
To develop moral, ethical, and spiritual senses.
Provide them with opportunities to develop an understanding of, and an appreciation for their own personal worth and that of others.
Provide opportunities to develop skills necessary for making a living.
Offer opportunities to participate in wholesome forms of recreation.
To intensively prepare all graduates for college entry through College and Career Preparatory Programs.
4. ASSOCIATION
Kingdom Christian Academy is sponsored by Collierville First Pentecostal Church. KCA operates legally in the state of Tennessee by virtue of its membership in the Tennessee Association of Non-Public Academic Schools (TANAS), T.C.A. 49-50-801. We are also a member of the International Association of Apostolic Educators (IAAE).
5. BIBLE CURRICULUM
Bible study is recognized in Kingdom Christian Academy as a fundamental requirement for all students. It augments the subjects of Math, English, History, Social Studies, Science and Health. Without Bible study, a student can hardly be called educated in the true sense of the word. The Bible says, “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge.” The Bible offers the best guide for this life and the only hope for the life to come. There is no book that can enrich and influence the minds and the hearts of children like the Bible. It is with this in mind that we use a curriculum, which will take the student systematically and progressively on his grade level through the Word of God. Students are encouraged to participate in UPCI Bible Quizzing.
6. TEACHER STANDARDS
Teachers are currently working toward the certification required by the State of Tennessee Department of Education or are currently working through the certification process. The foremost requirements for teachers of KCA are an unselfish dedication to Christian education, a sincere love for children, and a complete devotion to the Lord Jesus Christ.
7. ADMISSION PROCEDURE
Application forms must be filled out online. They supply basic information concerning the student, including his/her educational experience and general background. The registration fee must accompany each application form. Parents must sign the statement of cooperation.
An appointment for an interview by administration with the student and parent(s) will be requested. This interview may include informal questioning of the student and the parents to establish a foundation of understanding for home and school relationships. In the case of an application for re-admission, administration may feel an interview with the returning student and his/her parents may be productive for the student and the school.
For all new students in 6th – 12th grade that are not members of CFPC, a letter of recommendation (from a non-family member: pastor, coach, previous teacher) is required prior to admission. This letter can be uploaded on application form.
An entrance exam is required for all homeschooled students entering KCA.
Final registration is only complete when we have: (1) the child’s complete registration forms, (2) health records, (3) the registration fee, (4) at least one month’s investment, (5) book fees, (6) previous school records, (7) and signed statement of cooperation. There is a two-business day processing period on all student applications submitted. Students will not be admitted to class until applications have been processed.
Kingdom Christian Academy is an institution that does not discriminate based on race, color, or national origin.
No new students will be admitted after February 1.
All new students are accepted on a six-week trial basis. To satisfactorily complete this trial program, a student must maintain a (C) average and exhibit a cooperative attitude with our school program. Each student’s record is reviewed by the administration yearly, and the student’s admission is based on specific criteria.
Kingdom Christian Academy (KCA), as a private institution, reserves the privilege of setting and maintaining its own standards of student conduct, dress, cleanliness, and scholarship. The school maintains the right to refuse admittance to anyone it so chooses and to suspend or expel anyone who violates the standards or rules of conduct as defined by the school. In upholding the dignity granted to each person as male or female, KCA reserves the right to not admit any student who rejects his or her biological sex and adopts an identity of the opposite sex or who engages in any sexual behavior. Failure of a student or parent to uphold KCA’s Statement of Faith may be grounds to deny admission or request a student find another school more in line with the student and/or parent’s beliefs.
8. THE SCHOOL DAY
The school day at KCA begins at 8:00 a.m. and dismissal is 3:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. Please have your child/children arrive no earlier than 8:15 a.m. and remain no later than 3:45 p.m.
9. REGISTRATION/FEES
Registration fees are non-refundable and are payable with each application yearly. Please see the current fee schedules for a full list of fees. Students must furnish their own supplies. Supply lists are available in the school office.
10. TUITION
Tuition is required to be paid between the 1st and the 10th of each month. A $10 late fee weekly will be charged if tuition is not paid by the 10th of each month. If there are any questions concerning tuition payments, please contact Cindy Hunt (901)293-6226.
In order to qualify for a member discount for tuition, families must be faithful members of CFPC, in prayer, attendance, tithes, and offerings.
11. DELINQUENT/DECLINED PAYMENTS
Consequences of Delinquency:
If an account becomes delinquent during the school year, the student may not attend classes and extracurricular activities will be suspended until the account is current. • Grade cards will be withheld at the end of a grading period until the account is current.
Parents with delinquent accounts will be notified, and no grade cards, diplomas, or records will be released until the amount owed is paid in full.
Declined Payments:
If a payment is declined, a three-day grace period will be given to resolve the issue and make the current payment.
After the grace period, a $50.00 charge will be applied, and students may not be allowed back into class until payment is made.
12. LUNCH PROGRAM
NO MICROWAVE USE. Please strive for food in a container already heated. No macaroni or noodles!!!!
There will be designated days for party foods, pizza, etc.
Students may have a clear container with water in the classroom. Dry snacks will be allowed during a designated time in the classroom.
13. BOOK FEES
Your child’s books will not be ordered until book fees are paid in full. In the event a student loses his/her textbook, he/she will be charged a book replacement fee. Each student must provide his/her own supplies. We suggest that supplies not be purchased until the students have an opportunity to find out the supplies required by their teacher.
14. STANDARDS OF CONDUCT
Any Christian school must provide an environment conducive to the spiritual growth and development of its young people. We believe that Christian students should avoid practices which cause the loss of sensitivity to the spiritual needs of the world and the loss of the Christian’s physical, mental, or spiritual well-being (Romans 23:1-2). In order to allow spiritual growth, KCA has adopted the following standards for students in attendance while they are at school and at home.
Integrity in the keeping of one’s word, speaking the truth, doing one’s own work, carrying out responsibility (doing assignments adequately and on time) and respecting authority.
Respect for self, Kingdom Christian Academy and its employees and students, and the property of others.
Courtesy extended in all relationships – student to student or student to teacher/staff.
Stewardship of the property, supplies, and equipment of Kingdom Christian Academy, as well as wise stewardship of personal items.
Preparation for class and readiness to learn.
Students are to display a Christ-like attitude in all they do and say.
Refrain from swearing, smoking, using indecent language, gambling, dancing, participating in occult activities, use of intoxicating beverages, experimenting with illegal drugs, or promiscuous conduct (being sexually active).
Maintain high standards of courtesy, kindness, morality, and honesty. Be dressed appropriately and modestly.
Be kind and helpful to young children and always respect those in authority. In this atmosphere of definite and positive Christian standards of conduct, there are opportunities for the development of strong and stable Christian character.
We do not allow any commercial, over-the-counter drugs to be taken at school. Before medication can be taken, it must be a prescription drug, and a doctor’s note must accompany it. This note is good only on the prescription; if the drug is refilled, a new note from the doctor must accompany it. We adhere to this rule for the safety of our students.
Students found to be out of harmony with the KCA ideals of work and life may be requested to withdraw whenever the general welfare of the school demands this.
Social media & Apps:
Negative comments from students or parents regarding KCA, KCA staff, etc., on social media sites will not be tolerated as they are out of harmony with the KCA standard of conduct. Failure to comply with this policy may result in student withdrawal. Students should refrain from visiting websites and using other social media tools or apps that are out of compliance with the KCA standard of conduct.
15. PROHIBITED ACTIVITES:
In order to inform our KCA family, the following prohibited in-school activities (including time spent on buses or in transport to activities), for which disciplinary penalties will be assessed, are provided. While the actions described below represent a cross section of activities, no compilation can be all inclusive and students are expected to refrain from behavior that would be characteristic of the areas mentioned below.
Students are NOT allowed to sign themselves or other students in/out, unless given permission by Sis. Hunt.
Attendance Parameters:
Tardiness to school or class (5 tardies will result in one absence).
Leaving school campus without permission.
Being in locations where students are not allowed.
Excessive time out of class.
Failure to sign out when leaving early.
Excessive absences.
Skipping class.
Skipping school.
Student Driver Parameter:
The following specific activities may result in a student driver losing driving privileges. However, Administration reserves the right to revoke driving privileges for items deemed appropriate at the sole discretion of KCA.
Excessive absences and/or tardies.
Unauthorized leaving of campus.
Unsafe operation of a vehicle.
Dress Code:
Failure to conform to KCA’s dress code as detailed later in this handbook.
Academic Expectations:
Not being prepared for class.
Not bringing your iPad to school and/or having it fully charged.
Failure to meet classroom responsibilities.
Failure to employ good study habits after repeated warning (not keeping a notebook, not taking notes, not keeping an assignment notebook, etc.).
Failure to return documents by due date.
Careless Behavior:
Running in the halls or in the classroom.
Purposely holding door to classroom closed, or slamming doors; Horseplay.
Throwing or shooting objects in the building.
Reckless driving on school property or at any school event.
Careless behavior in bathrooms.
Classroom/School Etiquette:
Disruptive behavior that impedes the educational process.
Insubordination to the teacher.
Disrespect to peers and teachers.
Inappropriate Behavior:
Inappropriate public displays of romantic affection (i.e., holding hands, kissing, excessive hugging).
Bullying of all manners is strictly prohibited and will be dealt with severely.
Fighting, including giving the appearance of fighting.
Language and/or gestures that are vulgar, obscene, offensive, derogatory, or disrespectful will result in disciplinary action. The believer’s talk should build up, not put down.
Any sexual behavior by students is prohibited and contrary to God’s Word. Any student engaging in sexual behavior is subject to disciplinary action including expulsion from school.
Students who use language referring to or insinuating homosexuality or a gender identity inconsistent with a student’s biological sex is strictly prohibited. Students who act/portray in a non-Biblical manner is strictly prohibited. Whether it is in a joking manner or not, KCA has a zero-tolerance policy, and will result in immediate administrative action, and be subject to expulsion from KCA.
Dishonesty:
Dishonesty in any form, including lying, theft, cheating, and plagiarism (note: indication of cheating on any assignment will result in a score/grade zero.) Parent contact (through Remind) will result for first offense, and possible suspension thereafter. This guideline applies to the person copying as well as to the person knowingly supplying the material to be copied.
Forging signatures or altering documents.
Dishonesty in any manner while quizzing and testing.
Altering grade reports.
Disrespectful Behavior:
Rebellious or disrespectful attitude.
Flagrant disrespect and disobedience.
Littering.
Disturbance or rude behavior in Chapel Service.
Non-compliance with regulations pertaining to driving to school.
Direct disobedience to any teacher or administrator.
Deliberate destruction, defacing, or damage to school, church, student, and/or faculty property.
Disrespect by word or action toward any faculty, staff member, or student. • Display of any advertisements for items in whatever form (e.g., posters/stickers on books, lockers or on any personal possessions brought into the school) that are in conflict with the values of the school as stated in KCA objectives.
Adhere to Tennessee State Law: Code 39-16-517:
A person who recklessly, by any means of communication, threatens to commit an act of mass violence on school property or at a school-related activity commits a Class A misdemeanor. "Means of communication" means direct and indirect verbal, written, or electronic communications, including graffiti, pictures, diagrams, telephone calls, voice over internet protocol calls, video messages, voice mails, electronic mail, social media posts, instant messages, chat group posts, text messages, and any other recognized means of conveying information.
Any person who has knowledge of a threat of mass violence on school property or at a school related activity and knowingly fails to report the threat commits a Class B misdemeanor. This is a very serious matter to KCA and law enforcement. There is a zero-tolerance policy in regards to this law and violators will be subject to judiciary measures in the state of Tennessee, and expulsion from KCA.
16. TRANSPORTATION AND TRAFFIC CONTROL
KCA does not provide transportation to or from school. Parents/guardians MUST come into the building to sign-in students.
17. DISMISSAL PROCEDURE
To ensure the safe and orderly dismissal of students, the following dismissal procedure has been established.
Students will only be dismissed to authorized individuals. Parents are required to notify the school should anyone other than a parent or sibling driver be authorized to pick up a child from school, including in the event of an emergency. That person, on the first several times picking up a child will be required to provide identification to ensure the child is released to an authorized individual. Should a child need to go home with a friend, it is the parent’s responsibility to notify the school. Absent authorization, the child will not be released to a non-parent.
All student drivers must fill out a student driver form with the make, model, color, and license number of their vehicles, along with parental permission to drive to school. Students leaving school with another student must provide KCA written consent from the parents of both the passenger student and the driving student.
18. DISCIPLINE
While discipline is basically positive training in the right directions (Proverbs 22:6), there is a negative side of correction and adherence to rules. The teachers and administration are given full discretion in the discipline of students. This may include various forms of positive reinforcement or the issuing of detention, suspension, or expulsion from the school. Examples of behaviors that may result in disciplinary action include those listed in the Standards of Conduct.
In order to best fulfill the goals of the discipline process, Kingdom Christian Academy has established a Standard of Conduct that defines expected student behavior and establishes the procedure and process for addressing disciplinary matters. Please be aware that student conduct and behavior outside of Kingdom Christian Academy can affect a student’s standing at KCA as well as the reputation of KCA, therefore it is the expectation of the administration that students adhere to the Standards of Conduct at all times.
It is therefore also understood that violations of the Standards of Conduct both inside and outside of school, including breaks from school, may be addressed as a disciplinary concern by the administration. Students are specifically considered to be under school jurisdiction at any time at which they are under the direct supervision of Kingdom Christian Academy and its employees, including when riding a bus or attending a school function or activity.
Believing that discipline is necessary for the welfare of the students, as well as the entire
school, each teacher is given the authority to enforce disciplinary procedures. II. Detention will be served at the teacher’s discretion on the designated day TBD. This communication will be conveyed to the parent and student through Remind.
III. While most behaviors can be corrected by a classroom teacher or instruction from an administrator or staff member, repeated behaviors or more serious offenses may necessitate a conference, detention, suspension, or in the most serious of offenses or refusal to abide by the Standards of Conduct, expulsion from KCA as outlined below.
DISCIPLINARY PROCESS: I. Level I Category:
Classroom Management. Disciplinary action will be taken for infractions of school policy and rules. Most disciplinary issues are managed by the teacher in the classroom, and the process can involve any of the following, separately or in combination as appropriate.
Student conference with the teacher.
Notification of behavior problems to parents (sent via Remind or phone call).
Student conference with the Administrator.
A parent-teacher-student or parent-teacher-administrator conference.
Detention.
Level II Category:
In-School Suspension. Number of days to be determined by administration.
Level III Category:
Out-Of-School Suspension (Administration will determine the amount of time given and the terms of return to school). The Student will not be able to return until a conference between the parent, student, and administration takes place.
Level IV Category:
Upon the last result, if a student refuses to change behavior patterns, and all measures have been exhausted, it will result in expulsion from Kingdom Christian Academy.
Restitution and restoration can be confirmed with visible student behavior and pastoral counsel and recommendation; reinstatement on probation can occur as well.
A formal report recording all infractions will be retained within the student’s school file. It will outline the nature of the infraction, how the issue was addressed, and the action plan to resolve it. Follow-up steps will be amended to the initial report.
Disciplinary probation is sincerely intended as an intermediate step for the student to comply in spirit and action with the Standards of Conduct. Administration may require a student to enter into a behavioral contract. If this occurs, compliance is mandatory for the student to continue attending Kingdom Christian Academy. If there is no progress in attitude, behavior, or general academic achievement, the student will be asked to withdraw from the school or expelled by the action of the KCA Administration.
19. SUSPENSION OR DISMISSAL
A student may be suspended or dismissed from school at any time he is found out of harmony with the rules and policies of KCA. In the case of suspension, the opportunity of make-up work will not be granted and there must be a conference between student and administration before the student will be allowed to return to classes. Decisions in these matters are the full responsibility of the administration and further reviews or appeals will not be considered. Kingdom Christian Academy (KCA) expects full cooperation from both students and parents in the education of the student. If at any time KCA feels that this cooperation is lacking, the student may be requested to withdraw.
20. WITHDRAWALS
Withdrawals from school must go through the administration office. Students transferring to another school should do this at the end of a grading period. Report cards and other records will not be issued to a transferring student whose account is not current.
21. TEACHER COMMUNICATION
Please feel free to consult with the school administration about any problems or questions concerning the welfare of your child. It is the desire of KCA to be of service to both parents and students. We must ask that visits be made by appointment with the teacher at a convenient after-school hour. No parent is allowed in the classroom during the school day. KCA policy is that teachers do not communicate with parents concerning school issues by text message. Please do not text your child’s teacher concerning school related matters. All communication with teachers should go through Remind.
22. ABSENCES
In case of absence, the parent or guardian must call the school office at 901-850-2131 by 9 a.m. to explain the absence. When returning to school, the student must bring a note from a parent or guardian informing us of the absence. Students arriving after 11:00 a.m. will be counted absent for the entire school day.
Parents can excuse their children's absence for up to 10 days per year by providing a written note. In cases where a student exceeds the 10-day limit on parental notes, a written doctor's note is required. KCA will accept up to 10 days of absence per year with a doctor's note.
KCA will acknowledge the following reasons for parent notes and making up work:
Student personal illness
Death in family (not to exceed 3 days)
Illness in family requiring the student to give temporary help (a physician statement is required)
Absences excused by the principal (if prior to the student’s absence, the parent or guardian consults the principal and agrees that the absence is legitimate, the absence shall be excused). Vacations should be scheduled during the summer or school holidays.
Circumstances that, in the judgment of the principal, create emergencies over which the student has no control.
In the event a student exceeds 10 days on a parent note or exceeds 5 unexcused absences, the following system will take place:
To make up for the loss of learning time, your child will be assigned to Extended Learning, which takes place on Saturday during the Spring semester of each school year.
Once the day is determined, the parent/guardian will be informed. Extended Learning costs $60. The assigned Saturday will be from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
For every day a student misses school beyond a day served in Extended Learning, they will be assigned additional time to be served. The cost is $20 per hour that is assigned to the student to be served in Extended Learning.
Absences will be assessed by homeroom class, and 5 tardies = 1 unexcused absence.
Truancy offenses may result in a referral to juvenile court. Students who chronically miss school will be subject to dismissal. No refunds are made due to absences. Any student who misses 10 or more unexcused days per semester may fail that semester.
If a student is absent within the allotted attendance policy, the teacher will permit the student to make up missed assignments. If an absence is anticipated, the student must secure permission to be absent and, therefore, makeup assignments. We strongly urge that dental and medical appointments not be made during school hours.
After 10 absences in a semester, parents will be required to meet with KCA Administration.
23. TARDIES
A student arriving after 8:30 a.m. shall be considered tardy.
A student leaving early after 11:00 a.m. or before the end of the school day will be treated as tardy. Students arriving after 11:00 a.m. will be counted absent for the entire school day.
Students may not exceed 10 tardies per semester. After 10 tardies in a semester, parents will be required to meet with KCA Administration and student drivers will be in jeopardy of losing their driving privileges. After 12 tardies, students will be assigned to Extended Learning. (Hours will be determined by the amount of tardies.)
If a student rides to school with someone other than their parents and is tardy, the student will be required to contact their parent by phone in the office. Student drivers that are tardy will be required to contact their parent by phone in the office. Excessive tardies may result in dismissal from school. If a student is late to a class period, the teacher will document the tardy.
24. MAKE-UP WORK
The responsibility of initiating make-up work belongs to the student and parent. Students will have an equivalent number of days missed to make up work (excused absences). For example, if three days were missed, then the student will have three days to complete any missed assignments, take quizzes or make up tests. If a student misses class on a day that a test is scheduled, or an assignment is due, then the student must take the test and/or turn in the due assignment on the first day he/she returns to school.
25. SENIOR POLICY
Reception Table at Graduation (memories, pictures, guest book).
Graduation Fee (Covers diploma and reception cost) Graduation Cap and Gown is an additional fee.
26. DUAL ENROLLMENT
A student interested in Dual Enrollment (DE) must first obtain a Dual Enrollment Approval Form from KCA administration and receive approval before beginning Dual Enrollment. Students must then submit a proposed college schedule to KCA administration prior to college registration. Once approved, the student must bring a master schedule to the school office for records. Kingdom Christian Academy must receive a copy of the student’s college transcript each semester.
Please note this program is an additional cost and will be paid directly to college.
Dual enrollment allows a student to take courses at a college or university that simultaneously provides credit for both high school and college. These courses are available through community colleges, private colleges and state universities. The dual enrollment student will usually attend the college or university after the regular school day or on Saturday, and some classes are offered online.
The student must obtain approval from the headmaster and the student’s parents. (This is specified on the Dual Enrollment Approval Form)
Students must be in good standing with Kingdom Christian Academy’s Code of Conduct, including behavior, academics, and attendance, to gain and maintain eligibility for Dual Enrollment.
High School students in their junior and senior years may enroll in dual enrollment courses.
The student must have a minimum 3.0 unweighted grade point average prior to enrollment.
The student must have achieved minimum ACT, PreACT, SAT, or PSAT scores as prescribed by the post-secondary institution prior to enrollment. PreACT and PSAT scores are only accepted for high school juniors.
Only KCA-approved courses may be taken for dual enrollment (see administration).
The student must have satisfied any required prerequisites before enrolling in a dual enrollment course and be in good academic and behavior standing.
The dual enrollment student must maintain a 3.0 GPA in high school coursework and a college GPA of 2.75 in order to continue in the program.
Most three credit hour dual enrollment courses equate to one (1) high school credit.
Per the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), post-secondary professors and administrators cannot discuss a student’s grades, attendance, or academic performance with parents unless the student has signed a Disclosure of Records Form.
Dual Enrollment courses are permanently recorded on a student’s official college transcript and high school transcript.
Any grades earned will affect future college GPA calculations and will affect the student’s high school transcript.
Failure to successfully complete a Dual Enrollment course will result in ineligibility for future participation in the Dual Enrollment program.
Dual Enrollment Tuition Costs:
Every post-secondary institution has their cost per credit hour of due enrollment. Payments will be made directly to the institution not with KCA.
Some courses may have additional fees for equipment, lab materials, or specialized coursework.
Tennessee Dual Enrollment Grant:
Many Dual Enrollment students qualify for financial assistance through the Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation (TSAC) Dual Enrollment Grant.
The grant covers up to five total courses beginning the summer before a student’s junior year.
Dual Enrollment students are not eligible for federal financial aid (FAFSA).
The student must maintain a college GPA of 2.75 in order to keep their Tennessee dual enrollment grant.
27. REPORT CARDS
The purpose of our report system is to give parents and students an indication of the progress, or lack of progress being made. Each child’s ability, attitude, and application are taken into account in grading.
Our faculty consistently endeavors to know each of the students and to help each student to experience academic success. It is our firm belief that when a student experiences academic success or learns a skill he/she is pleased, thus enhancing a healthy self-concept. However, if a student lacks academic motivation and does not respond to instruction, the academic progress will not be realized. Our observation has been that academic success produces more academic progress in the non-motivated student.
| K – 12th Grade A (89.5-100) Indicates excellent progress | |
| B | (79.5-89.4) Indicates commendable progress. |
| C | (69.5-79.4) Indicates acceptable progress. |
| D | (59.5-69.4) Indicates below average |
| F | (0-59.4) Indicates failure |
Honors Scale:
| Highest Honors | 89.5 – 100 |
| High Honors | 83.5 – 89.4 |
| Honors | 79.5 – 83.4 |
Honor Graduation Cords:
| Summa Cum Laude | 3.80 - 4.00 - Gold Cord |
| Magna Cum Laude | 3.65 - 3.79 - Silver Cord |
| Cum Laude | 3.50 - 3.64 - White Cord |
To qualify for Valedictorian or Salutatorian, students must have completed their junior and senior years as KCA students, taken the ACT, and be in good standing with KCA's code of conduct (subject to administrative discretion).
To qualify for Honors awards and Honor Graduation Cords, students must be in good standing with KCA’s attendance policy and Code of Conduct.
28. HOMEWORK
Believing that homework is an integral part of the school program, each teacher is at liberty to give homework to aid the student to advance in his/her studies. Therefore, each student is required to complete his/her homework assignments. Homework is given for the following express purpose:
For practice. It is given so that the material will be mastered.
For remedial activity. As instruction progresses, various weak points in a student’s grasp of a subject become evident. Homework following instruction is given to overcome such difficulties.
Teaches the student responsibility to finish unsupervised tasks.
Book reports, compositions, special research assignments and projects are some of the activities that are frequently the subject of homework attention, particularly on the junior high and senior high levels.
Delinquent homework (3 days) will result in a zero for K – 12th Grade. Incomplete homework will be given a grade based on the percentage of the work completed. The only way a student will receive a zero is if the student made NO effort to do their work. Students are given class time to work on assignments. Assignments not completed in class will be assigned as homework. We do request full cooperation from parents in seeing that the assignments are completed.
29. CELL PHONE POLICY
Students will not be permitted to have cell phones in their possession throughout the school day. All cell phones must be left in the student’s vehicle or in a holding bin in the office during the school day (8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.). Failure to do so will result in confiscation of the cell phone. A parent or legal guardian must retrieve the cell phone from the school office. The second violation will result in the parent being asked to sign a contract stating that the third violation will result in the student being banned from having any cell phone on campus. After the third offense, if the student is caught with any cell phone, it will result in 2 days of suspension. Apple watches or any other smartwatch devices are not permitted during the school day. Students should keep them in their vehicle or in a holding bin in the office. If a student is wearing their device during school hours, it will be taken to the office for a parent/ legal guardian to pick up. KCA and its employees will not be held responsible for lost, damaged or stolen property. The school is not obligated to investigate the loss or damage of a cell phone. Should a student’s cell phone be confiscated, it will only be returned when a parent/guardian comes to the school to retrieve it.
*There will be absolute ZERO TOLERANCE on cell phone use.
30. TABLET DEVICE POLICY
School-issued tablets are the only electronic devices allowed during the school day. Students may not video or take pictures during the school day (8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.) with their phone, laptop, or tablet device. KCA will not be held responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen property.
31. SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY
To help guide students on the appropriate use of social media, KCA has adopted the following policy. The purpose of the policy is to ensure that students’ use of social media is consistent with the values of KCA and does not undermine or negatively impact the learning environment.
Accordingly, the following guidelines apply:
Students are expected to be respectful toward their peers when using social media. Bullying, harassment, disrespect, or threatening statements toward other students through social media will be addressed as a disciplinary issue if it has any effect on the learning environment or violates the Standards of Conduct.
Students are expected to be respectful toward KCA personnel, teachers, administrators, and staff and toward other adult members of the school community when using social media. Communication that is disrespectful toward the school, its personnel, or other members of the school community will be addressed as a disciplinary matter and a violation of the Standards of Conduct.
Inappropriate graphics and/or images should never be posted by students on social networking sites. If activity of this nature interferes with the respectful learning environment expected at KCA, the matter will be addressed as a disciplinary issue.
32. INCLEMENT WEATHER
In case of bad weather conditions, we follow the Collierville School System cancellation schedule. If Collierville schools are closed or delayed, KCA will be closed or delayed also.
In the event of KCA's closure due to severe weather conditions, all extracurricular activities, including but not limited to sports games and practices, will be canceled at the discretion of the school administration.
33. LOST AND FOUND
Lost and Found will be cleaned out routinely. Unclaimed items will be donated.
34. SEARCH AND SEIZURE
Kingdom Christian Academy reserves the right to search lockers, desks, vehicles, or personal belongings for objects or materials deemed non-compliant with school rules or that threaten the safety of the school or the students. The confiscated property will be returned at the discretion of the school administration. Please refer to T.C. 49-6-4205.
35. CAMPUS SECURITY
KCA makes every effort to provide a safe learning environment for all students. Accordingly, as noted in our dismissal policy, we take appropriate steps to ensure students only leave with authorized individuals. Weapons of any kind are NOT permitted on KCA’s campus. Violation of this policy may result in the immediate expulsion of the student.
In the event of an emergency on campus, KCA will take all appropriate steps to promptly notify parents of the situation as it is able, understanding that the safety of our students and personnel take priority in any such situation. Please do not come to campus in such an event until instructed to do so by KCA personnel. Any alteration to dismissal procedures set out in this Handbook will be communicated in such an event.
KCA does maintain security cameras on campus. Footage from those cameras is kept for a limited period of time and is for the exclusive use by KCA to ensure individuals on campus are safe and to assist in the investigation of any on campus incidents. KCA may, in its sole discretion, allow a parent to review certain footage if necessary to address an issue that took place on campus and is captured on the footage, but review of such footage is the exception rather than the rule.
As required by law, KCA shall report any incidents where KCA knows or has reasonable cause to suspect that a child has been the victim of abuse or neglect. All such reports shall be made consistent with the provisions of Tennessee law.
Should any student or the parent of any student believe the student has been the victim of bullying, harassment, or abuse by another student or any administrator, faculty, or staff of KCA, we encourage them to report the matter immediately to the principal of the school or the pastor so the matter may be reviewed and, if necessary, reported as may be required by law.
36. SCHOOL DRESS
Boys shall have their hair cut neatly above the ears and collar. Facial hair, including sideburns below the earlobe, mustaches, etc. are not permitted. Long pants, shirts, and shoes are required. No extreme fads in dress or hair (including dying of hair), nor sloppiness will be allowed.
Girls shall wear dresses or skirts that cover the knee. No pants, pant dresses, shorts or sundresses are allowed. No fur or lace. Sleeveless or brief cap sleeves are not permitted. No extreme fads in dress or hair (including dying of hair), nor sloppiness will be allowed. The wearing of jewelry and makeup, including colored nail polish on fingernails or toenails, is not permitted.
The dress code is to be followed at all school functions. This includes orientation, special services, ceremonies, meetings, and programs. KCA upholds the biblical standard of modesty. Since modesty is subject to interpretation, the school reserves the right to define modesty in situations not covered herein.
37. KCA UNIFORM DRESS CODE GUIDELINES FOR GRADES K5-12
KCA upholds biblical modesty standards and reserves the right to define them as needed.
All attire must be clean, neat, well-fitting (no wrinkles, tears, or overly tight/loose styles), **Non-compliant students will be sent home or require parents to provide appropriate clothing **
For Boys:
Hair: Neatly trimmed above ears and collar; no facial hair (e.g., mustaches, sideburns below earlobe) or extreme styles/dye.
Pants: Solid black,or khaki (no denim, corduroy, or cargo styles). Hems sewn, not dragging.
Shirts: Polo, (orange, royal blue, or white) Short/long sleeves. All tucked in.
Sweaters/Sweatshirts: Sweatshirts/fleeces (no hoods) in orange, royal blue, or white worn with collared school shirts.
Shoes: Closed-toe/back.
For Girls:
Attire: Jumpers, or skirts in black, khaki, or navy, covering knees fully (even seated), with sewn hems.
No pants, shorts, sundresses, sleeveless tops (including cap sleeves), denim, corduroy, cargo styles, fur, lace, jewelry, makeup, or colored nail polish.
No extreme styles/dye. Skirts and jumpers must fully cover the knees.
Shirts: Polo or collared blouses in royal blue, orange, white. Short/long sleeves (no cap sleeves, underarms covered); button-down collars buttoned. Turtlenecks in same colors, worn under another item only.
Sweaters/Sweatshirts: Sweatshirts/fleeces (no hoods) in orange, royal blue, or white worn with collared school shirts.
Shoes: Closed-toe/heel.
*On Fridays students are permitted to wear denim as well as a church shirt/Christian-based shirts.
*ALL Students (K5-5th) must bring an extra pair of clothes to school in case of emergency.
38. PRIVATE MUSIC LESSONS
Kingdom Christian Academy provides the opportunity for private music lessons to students in grades 3 through 12.
Private lessons for 3rd – 12th grade are an additional cost and will be required to be kept current in order to continue lessons.
39. VISITORS
All NON-STUDENT, NON-STAFF visitors MUST check in with the church/school office when entering the building. For the safety and welfare of all, everyone must inform the church/school office of his/her presence in the building and give the nature of their visit. Family members are welcome and communication is encouraged, but visits may sometimes interrupt important lessons or tests.
40. STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES AND STUDENTS REQUIRING LEARNING SUPPORT
As a private Christian school, KCA is not required to provide the same level of special education services as public schools and does not implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
I. Determining Whether KCA Can Support a Student’s Needs
Parents must submit all prior special education documentation, including any IEPs, assessments, or related reports, during the admissions process.
KCA will review the student’s needs and determine whether we can adequately support them based on available ISP services and KCA’s own academic structure.
If KCA determines that a student’s needs exceed what we can reasonably support within our resources and staffing, the family will be notified during the admissions process so they can make an informed decision.
STATEMENT OF COOPERATION AND AGREEMENT
This Statement of Cooperation and Agreement outlines the financial obligations, behavioral expectations, and policies that students and their parents/guardians must uphold as members of the Kingdom Christian Academy (KCA) community. By signing below, both the student and parent/guardian agree to comply with these terms and support the school’s mission and values.
*Registration fees, book fees, and tuition investments are nonrefundable.
All accounts must be current for pre-registration. Delinquent accounts must be paid in full before the start of a new school year.
VIII. Consequences of Delinquency:
If an account becomes delinquent during the school year, the student may not attend classes and extracurricular activities will be suspended until the account is current. • Grade cards will be withheld at the end of a grading period until the account is current.
Parents with delinquent accounts will be notified, and no grade cards, diplomas, or records will be released until the amount owed is paid in full.
IX. Declined Payments:
If a payment is declined, a three-day grace period will be given to resolve the issue and make the current payment.
After the grace period, a $50.00 charge will be applied, and students may not be allowed back into class until payment is made.
Since the fees do not cover the actual cost of educating our child/children, we recognize that participation is needed in prayer and service. In order to properly share in his/her training, we also recognize that prompt, consistent payment of our account is extremely vital to the school and will handle our business relationship with the school accordingly.
All new students are accepted on a six-week trial basis. To satisfactorily complete this trial program, a student must maintain a (C) grade average and exhibit a cooperative attitude with our school program.
In full cooperation with the school, I sincerely pledge my loyalty to the aims and ideas of the school and will bring any and all questions and criticism directly to the administration so that those in authority may properly consider them.
Please be aware that posting negative comments on social media sites about KCA, KCA staff, or other related topics is unacceptable. This behavior goes against KCA's values of compliance and parental/guardianship partnership. If this policy is not followed, it may result in the withdrawal of the student.
The teachers and administration are hereby given full discretion in the discipline of my child/ children. This may include various forms of positive reinforcement or the issuing of detention, suspension, or expulsion from the school.
I also give my permission for my child to participate in all school activities, such as physical education activities and school-sponsored trips, etc. I authorize KCA to take photographs and/or videos of school activities and post them for promotional purposes benefiting the school.
In case of an accident or serious illness to my child (student), I request the school personnel contact me. If they are unable to reach me, I hereby authorize them to call my physician, and to follow his/her instructions. If it is not possible to contact his physician, the school personnel may make the necessary arrangements.
I understand that no student will be accepted by KINGDOM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY who has experimented with illegal drugs or participated in occult activities. I understand any use/ experiment of contraband drugs will result in immediate expulsion with no right to appeal. I understand that students of KCA are expected to keep high standards and to have high moral conduct. No student sexually active will be admitted to KCA. I further understand that any violation of this rule will result in expulsion.
NOTE: Parents/guardians of the student named above, has he/she ever been disciplined by any other school for the use of drugs or for promiscuous behavior? YES ___ NO ___ If yes, when and what action was taken?
I further agree to hold the school and its agents harmless for the liability to my child or any guardian or parent thereof because of any claims on behalf of my child against the school or any agent thereof because of any injury or alleged injury to my child. Should legal action, for any reason, be taken against Kingdom Christian Academy or any employee or agent thereof, on my child's behalf and the school or its agent not be found at fault, I agree to pay any attorney fees, court fees, damages or other cost that Kingdom Christian Academy or its agent should incur to defend itself against such action.
I understand that the tuition for my child/children attending KCA is arranged on, and is due on, the first of each month, August through May. Furthermore, it is understood that if payment has not been received by the 15th of the month, a late fee will be added and my child/children will not be allowed to attend class until the tuition is paid current. I also understand that grade cards will be withheld until the past due amount is paid and that the annual offer of discounted pre-registration will not be available to any delinquent account.
Maintaining the integrity of the learning environment is the top priority
Students will NOT be permitted to have cell phones in their possession throughout the school day.
Students MUST leave their cell phones in their vehicle or in the holding bin at the teachers desk during the school day; cell phones shall cause no disruption.
If a cell phone is not left in their vehicle or in the holding bin at the teacher desk, disciplinary action will include but is not limited to confiscation of the phone. Additionally, student abuse of this policy will result in the student losing the privilege to be able to carry a cell phone permanently, or for a period of time determined by an administrator.
The first and second confiscation of the phone will only be returned when retrieved by a parent or guardian.
The third offense will result in student being banned from having any cell phone on campus.
After the third offense, if the student is caught with any cell phone, it will result in 2 days of suspension.
There will be absolute ZERO TOLERANCE on cell phone use.
This is a contract regarding my student’s possession of a cellular telephone on campus. On the third offense, your child will not be able to have any cell phone on campus. If he/she is caught with any cell phone, it will result in two days of suspension. Furthermore, I understand that the school and its employees are in no way responsible for any theft or damage of my child’s cellular phone while on school grounds. The school is not obligated to investigate the loss or damage of a cell phone. Should my student’s cell phone be confiscated, I understand that it will only be returned when I come to school to retrieve it.
Plagiarism: I acknowledge that plagiarism is a serious offense, equivalent to intellectual theft and dishonesty.
I have been informed about the definition of plagiarism and am familiar with related concepts such as "quotation," "paraphrase," and "source citation." I understand that using text from the internet or any other source without proper attribution constitutes plagiarism.
To uphold academic integrity, I commit to always crediting the source of any ideas, phrases, or passages I incorporate into my work. When directly quoting text, including from electronic sources, I will use quotation marks and provide appropriate attribution. When paraphrasing, I will still acknowledge the original author, even if the wording is my own. I will not enlist others to complete my assignments, nor will I submit purchased essays as my own work.
Furthermore, I recognize that using artificial intelligence (AI) tools—such as chatbots or essay-generating software—to produce my assignments violates academic honesty unless explicitly permitted by my instructor. I will rely on my own efforts for all work submitted under my name.
Should I engage in plagiarism or cheating, I understand the following consequences will apply:
Any assignment found to contain plagiarism or cheating will receive a failing grade, regardless of whether it is a draft.
A formal report documenting the incident will be submitted to the KCA administration.
I may be permitted to submit a replacement assignment, though it will also be assigned a failing grade.
A subsequent instance of plagiarism in another assignment will result in failure of the course.
Academic dishonesty, in any form, is not tolerated. If I am found cheating on an assignment or exam—whether by copying from another student, allowing my work to be copied, or completing another student’s work—I will receive a zero for that task. Depending on the severity, additional disciplinary measures may be imposed, up to and including expulsion from KCA. I am committed to maintaining integrity in my academic endeavors and will neither engage in nor facilitate dishonest practices.
By signing below, I, the student and parent of student, agree to abide by the rules set out in this Handbook and uphold the provisions of the Statement of Cooperation and Agreement.
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ALL CONTENTS IN THIS HANDBOOK ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE, AS DEEMED NECESSARY.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE AS WE GROW.