Quick Reference Guide Family Edition

2011-2012
Quick Reference Guide
Family Edition
Campus Phone Numbers
High School Office: Middle School Office: Elementary School (MR) Office: Elementary School (SAR) Office: Sheri Zagata 807-4141
Barb Cochrane
807-4200
Donna Branney
807-4311
Gwen Cornwell
807-4351
Other Important Numbers
Admissions – Day Students: Kelly Adams 807-4110
Admissions – Boarding Students: Debbie Austin 807-4145
Athletics: Christy Lambert 807-4197
Bus/Transportation: Christy Lambert 807-4197
Campus Wear: Rob Settle 807-4132
Charitable Giving: Bonnie Spacek 807-4114
Events: Kyndra Waganer 807-5510
Financial Aid/FACTS: Sheri Burchill
807-4103
Guidance Assistance: Linda Dixon 807-4119
Health Services: Michelle Harris 807-4126
Lost and Found: Contact School Office
RenWebContact School Office
Talon Times:Kyndra Waganer
807-5510
Office Hours
8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
School Hours (Except Mondays)
High School:
Middle School:
Elementary School (MR):
Elementary School (SAR):
8:10 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.
8:10 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.
8:20 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
8:20 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Ben Lippen has late start for all students every Monday. School
begins one hour later and ends at the regular time. This allows the
faculty and staff time for professional development.
Table of Contents
Campus Maps .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Ben Lippen – Who We Are . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Our Logos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Organizational Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Faculty & Staff Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
How to Stay “in the Know” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
How to Get Involved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
How to Support BLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Kick Back Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Campus Wear Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Athletic Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Bus Fees & Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
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Ben Lippen School
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1 Resident Housing
4 Middle School Classroom Buildings
2 Elementary School Building 5 Administration and High School
3 Multi-Purpose Room Classroom Building
6 Gymnasium and Dining Room
7 Large Group Instruction (LGI) Building
8 Hathaway-Weeber Athletic Complex
Campus Maps | Overview Map
Ben Lippen School
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7
14
3
4
5
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8
12
2
9
Library
1
10
11
Equip.
Room
Lobby “A”
Janitor’s
Closet
Lobby “B”
Equip.
Room
201
101
Classroom
Women
Classroom
Women
Men
Men
102
Classroom
105
Classroom
202
Classroom
205
Classroom
203
103
Classroom
106
Classroom
Classroom
104
Classroom
107
Classroom
204
Classroom
206
Science Lab
Campus Maps | High School Campus
Storage/Prep Room
6
207
Classroom
108
Computer
Classroom
First Floor
Mechanical
Equipment
Room
Second Floor
Storage
Mechanical
Equipment
Room
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302
305
308
307
306
High School Campus
301
304
Kitchen
Campus Maps | Middle School Campus
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309
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Kitchen
Kitchen
Maintenance
Dining
Room
Control
Room
Second Floor
Storage
Lockers
Girl’s
Locker
Room
Storage
Closet
Closet
Storage
Washer/Dryer
Boy’s
Showers
Bathroom
Bathroom
Girl’s
Showers
Girl’s
Bathroom
Locker
Room
Storage
Boy’s
Locker
Room
Boy’s
Bathroom
First Floor
Locker
Room
Courtyard
Consession
Stand
Gym
Campus Maps | Auxiliary Buildings
Locker
Room
(LGI) Large Group
Instruction Building
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113
Girls
112
111
201
Boys
Girls
Boys
110
Men Women
Teacher
Work
Room
and
Kitchen
200
Bathroom
Nurse
Teacher
Work
Room
108
Storage
109
106
107
104
103
Playground
-K
Campus Maps | Elementary School – MR
102
101
Playground
202
204
206
201
211
East Building
Second Floor
203
205
207
209
M4
M3
M2
E101
E100
Kitchen
Men
M1
213
Ladies
Ben Lippen School
Men
S14
Restroom
S12
S10
Auditorium
Courtyard
S16
W3
W4
Ladies
Men
W2
W1
CEF
W6
W8
3. South Building
10 Pre-K Classroom
12 Work Room
14 1st Grade Classroom
16 Kindergarten Classroom
8 Teacher Work Room
3 Seacoast Classroom
4 Conference Room
2. West Building
1 Child Evangelism Fellowship
1. Auditorium
Discovery
Room
Ladies
Men
Discovery
Room
6. Available Parking
5. Modular Classroom
Second Floor
201 Art/Language Culture’s Classroom
202 3rd Grade Classroom
203 2nd Grade Classroom
204 3rd Grade Classroom
205 Work Room
206 Seacoast Classroom
207 5th Grade Classroom
209 Library
211 Library
213 4th Grade Classroom
4. East Building
First Floor
100 Cafeteria
Campus Maps | Elementary School – SAR
Ladies
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Who We Are
Our History
More than a half-century ago, the leaders of Columbia International University (CIU) had a vision for a
model school—a center of influence in the Christian school movement—that would instill thorough
Christian discipleship, high academic standards, and a call to world
evangelization. This vision, coupled with faith and courage, gave
Our Mission
birth to Ben Lippen School (BLS) in 1940. The name Ben Lippen, a
Ben Lippen School seeks
Scottish phrase meaning “Mountain of Trust,” captures the essence
to glorify God by assisting
upon which Ben Lippen was founded 70 years ago.
Before becoming a Christian school, Ben Lippen was a summer
conference center operated by CIU (formerly Columbia Bible
College), providing respite from the summer heat of Columbia,
South Carolina. The cool mountain air of western North Carolina
served as a beautiful and restful setting for those serving in fulltime and lay ministry to receive encouragement and training.
the family and church
in equipping students
spiritually, academically, and
socially under the Lordship
of Jesus Christ.
Robert C. McQuilkin, CIU’s first president, realized that Ben Lippen was only being used three months out
of the year and that it could meet another need—a need for quality Christian education for the children of
missionaries. In 1940 Ben Lippen opened its doors to high school boys.
Our Vision
A Ben Lippen School
graduate influences the
world by demonstrating
lifelong commitment to
loving and obeying God,
pursuing biblical truth, and
humbly serving others.
In 1952 when Robertson McQuilkin, son of Robert C. McQuilkin and
1944 Ben Lippen graduate, was named Ben Lippen’s headmaster,
the school became coeducational. It flourished as a secondary
school. In December of 1980, a fire destroyed Ben Lippen’s primary
building. Years of planning to rebuild did not come to fruition. In
1988, Ben Lippen moved to new facilities adjoining the CIU campus
in Columbia. Over 200 boarding and day students in grades seven
through 12 enrolled at the new campus.
The elementary program was launched in 1990 when Ben
Lippen Elementary School opened in the facilities of St. Andrews
Presbyterian Church in Irmo, South Carolina. In 1996, a second
elementary school, Ben Lippen Northeast, was opened using space
at Spears Creek Baptist Church in Elgin, South Carolina. Currently, Ben Lippen Elementary School has two
locations owned by the school—the Monticello Road Campus and the St. Andrews Road Campus.
Today Ben Lippen is comprised of 800 students. Families served by Ben Lippen represent over 110 local
churches and 15 foreign countries. Ben Lippen continues its tradition to serve as a model of academic
distinction. Graduates are accepted to some of the finest colleges and universities . The result is generation
after generation of Ben Lippen alumni who build their lives on biblical values and contribute to society as
doctors, lawyers, missionaries, pastors, business leaders, military personnel, husbands and wives, and dads
and moms.
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Our Distinctives
• Ben Lippen is a Christian college and “calling” preparatory school.
• One hundred percent of our graduates are accepted into college. • The 94 members of the graduating class of 2011 were awarded over $4 million in renewable
scholarships.
• Ben Lippen has produced 33 National Merit Scholars during the past 15 years.
• Ben Lippen students outscore 81 percent of their peers (nationally) on the complete battery of the
Stanford Achievement Test.
• As early as eighth grade, Ben Lippen students begin individual testing and guidance counseling
related to aptitudes, interests and abilities to prepare for their next steps after high school.
• Nearly 60 percent of Ben Lippen full-time faculty have obtained or are working toward an advanced
degree.
• Twenty percent of Ben Lippen high school students are international boarding students who live on
campus. This provides an enriching cross-cultural experience for both day and boarding students.
• All Ben Lippen students in grades Pre-K through 12 participate in weekly chapel services.
• A Ben Lippen student is engaged in active Bible study and discussion for approximately 180 hours
per year.
Our Accreditations/Affiliations
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Ben Lippen is accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and the
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).
Ben Lippen is a member of the South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA).
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Ben Lippen School
Our Logos
Ben Lippen School has a rich heritage which is
captured in the school’s Seal.
Green symbolizes life and the spiritual,
academic, and social growth which we aspire
for every student.
Ben Lippen is a Scottish phrase meaning
“Mountain of Trust.”
A reminder that we serve
the King of Kings.
The Asheville
campus was
surrounded by
trees. Trees also
suggest the
bearing of fruit
which we desire for
our graduates. The
Columbia campus
is also encircled by
many trees.
The school originated
on top of a mountain
in Asheville, NC and
now resides at the
highest point in
Columbia, SC. In fact,
the word “Monticello”
(the street on which
the campus is
located) means “little
mountain.”
Gold symbolizes the
glory of God.
This verse describes the life of
victory upon which Columbia
Bible College (now Columbia
International University) and
Ben Lippen were founded.
Ben Lippen began in 1940 in Asheville, NC.
We moved to Columbia, SC in 1988.
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Our Logos (continued)
The Seal is reserved for Ben Lippen School’s official
documents and events including diplomas, transcripts, and
commencement.
The Logo of Ben Lippen School is the contemporary
design and primary symbol used for Campus Wear,
communications, publications, website, and signage.
The Spirit Logo is the symbol for Ben Lippen School’s
athletics and student activities.
The Falcon (aka “Talon”) is Ben Lippen School’s mascot
and is used for athletics and student activities.
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Ben Lippen Organizational Chart
Students
High School Faculty
Houseparents
Academic Department
Heads
Administrative Assistant
Mrs. Sally Settle
Interim Boarding
Program Director
Emery Nickerson
Elementary School
Faculty
Elementary School
Lead Teachers
Assistant Elementary
School Principal /
Academic Technology Team
Mr. David McVicker
MR Administrative
Assistant
Mrs. Donna Branney
Associate AD
Mrs. Christy Lambert
Assistant High School
Principal
Mr. Rob Settle
Guidance Counselor
Mr. Chris Brink
Coaches
Athletic Director
Mr. Bill Currier
Director of Guidance
Mrs. Linda Dixon
Academic Technology Team
Mr. Jacob Huss
Health Services
Ms. Michelle Harris
SAR Administrative
Assistant
Mrs. Gwen Cornwell
Administrative Assistant
Mrs. Sheri Zagata
Middle School Faculty
Admissions
Mrs. Kelly Adams
(Day Students)
Mrs. Debbie Austin
(Boarding Students)
Marketing and
Communications Director
Mrs. Polly Shoemaker
College Admissions Counselor
Mrs. Terry Stoker
Academic Technology Team
Mr. David Rios
Assistant Headmaster
Elementary School
Principal
Mrs. Helen Boen
High School Principal
Mr. Gerald Porter
Administrative Assistant
Mrs. Barbara Cochrane
Middle School Principal
Mr. Jay Sikkema
Accounting
Mrs. Sheri Burchill
Alumni Coordinator
Mr. Les Lehman
Development Director
Mrs. Bonnie Spacek
Administrative Assistant
Mrs. Anne Buck
Ben Lippen School
Interim Headmaster
Mr. Mickey Bowdon
CIU Senior Vice President,
Development and Operations
Mr. Keith Marion
CIU President
Dr. Bill Jones
Ben Lippen School
Board of Directors
Mr. Keith Marion, Chair
Columbia International University
Board of Trustees
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Faculty & Staff Directory
**Please Note: You must dial “807” before each extension to direct dial an individual.
VP, Christian School Education
Interim Headmaster
Mickey Bowdon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5359
Anne Buck, Assistant. . . . . . . . . . . . 5026
HIGH SCHOOL
Gerald Porter, Principal . . . . . . . . . . 4113
Rob Settle, Assistant Principal. . . . . . . 4132
Sheri Zagata, Assistant . . . . . . . . . . . 4141
Accounting
Sheri Burchill, Director. . . . . . . . . . . 4103
Susan Carpenter, Coordinator. . . . . . . 4129
High School Faculty
Angstadt, Dale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4167
Barker, Susan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4177
Benefield, Joel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4165
Benefield, Peggy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4176
Bouabré, Cathy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4230
Branney, Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4211
Cox, Kim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4163
DeLine, Amy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4153
Essig, Chris. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4151
Ferren, Justin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4157
Hodges, Linda . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4168
Huss, Jacob. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4171
McClintic, Mary Ann. . . . . . . . . . . . 4161
McVicker, David. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4175
Merchant, Christian . . . . . . . . . . . . 4151
Molony, Ryan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4135
Naruke, James . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4156
Nicholson, Tim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4152
Pengelly, Tom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4166
Pilpe, Jennifer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4162
Reynolds, James . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4164
Scruggs, Christine. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4154
Shaw, Reggie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4134
Spainhour, Gray. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4173
Swindler, Cory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4174
Waldroop, Amanda. . . . . . . . . . . . 4178
Yoder, Chip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4158
Yoder, Christopher . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4155
Young, Bobby. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4159
Alumni
Les Lehman, Coordinator . . . . . . . . . 4105
Athletics
Bill Currier, Director . . . . . . . . . . . . 4198
Christy Lambert, Associate Athletic Director for
Administration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4197
Madidian Keita, Facilities and Equipment Coordinator. 4198
Boarding Program
Emery Nickerson, Interim Director. . . . . 4104
Sally Settle, Assistant . . . . . . . . . . . 4106
Development
Bonnie Spacek, Director. . . . . . . . . . 4114
Guidance
Linda Dixon, Director. . . . . . . . . . . 4119
Chris Brink, Guidance Counselor. . . . . . 4121
Terry Stoker, College Admissions Counselor.4108
Houseparents
1A-Marty & Beverly Gilpatrick. . . . . . . 4910
2A-Alex & Danielle Tavarez. . . . . . . . . 4920
3A-James & Miki Naruke. . . . . . . . . . 4930
1B-Eric & Faith Needham. . . . . . . . . . 4940
2B-Ben & Margaret Porter . . . . . . . . . 4950
3B-Joan Wylong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4960
Kitchen (MS and HS)
Carrie Jenkins. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4111
Library (MS and HS)
Pattie Wheeler. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4115
Marketing and Communications
Polly Shoemaker, Director. . . . . . . . . 5511
Faye Weigle, Assistant. . . . . . . . . . . 5535
Kelly Adams, Day Student Admissions Coordinator. . 4110
Debbie Austin, Boarding Student Admissions
Coordinator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4145
Kyndra Waganer, Communictations and Events
Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5510
Nurse
Michelle Harris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4126
Receptionist
Tracey Ramos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4101
Technology
Help Desk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4997
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MIDDLE SCHOOL
Jay Sikkema, Principal. . . . . . . . . . . 4124
Barb Cochrane, Assistant. . . . . . . . . . 4201
Middle School Faculty
Branney, Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4211
Cummings, Cindy. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4221
Gates, Rich. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4213
Glenn, Shannon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4200
Hoft, Wes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4219
Mack, Marjorie. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4233
Merchant, Christian . . . . . . . . . . . . 4151
McLeod, Brianna. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4216
Nicholson, Tim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4152
Ragoonath, Rawle. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4217
Rios, David. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4212
Simpson, Bill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4215
Spence, Jerry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4214
Strickland, Peggy. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4220
Stuckey, Rae Ann. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4218
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
Monticello Road Campus
Helen Boen, Principal. . . . . . . . . . . 4109
David McVicker, Assistant Principal. . . . . 4175
Donna Branney, Assistant . . . . . . . . . 4311
Joran Clements, Academic and
Educational Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4343
Lorraine Laing . . . . . . . . . . . . 206-3758
Patty Swift, Librarian . . . . . . . . . . . 4325
Faculty
Alfrey, Martha (2nd). . . . . . . . . . . . 4375
Auld, Patty (4th). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4332
Carlin, Rebecca (PE). . . . . . . . . . . . 4340
Failoni, Jody (5th). . . . . . . . . . . . . 4334
Fisher, Paige (1st). . . . . . . . . . . . . 4321
Fleming, Patrice (Pre-K). . . . . . . . . . 4322
Gates, Mary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4315
Gilliam, Connie (3rd) . . . . . . . . . . . . 4330
Harley, Misty (Art). . . . . . . . . . . . . 4328
Knott, Beth (Music) . . . . . . . . . . . . 4328
Taylor, Cindi (K5). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4324
Assistants
Davis, Martha. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4315
Gates, Mary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4315
Gilpatrick, Beverly. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4324
St. Andrews Road Campus
Helen Boen, Principal. . . . . . . . . . . 4109
David McVicker, Assistant Principal. . . . . 4175
Gwen Cornwell, Assistant. . . . . . . . . 4351
Joran Clements, Academic and
Educational Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4376
Patty Swift, Librarian . . . . . . . . . . . 4379
Faculty
Atten, Karen (Pre-K). . . . . . . . . . . . 4323
Bauer, Joanna (5th). . . . . . . . . . . . 4377
Carlin, Rebecca (PE). . . . . . . . . . . . 4340
Gates, Mary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4351
Harley, Misty (Art). . . . . . . . . . . . . 4371
Jones, Lana (1st) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4361
Knott, Beth (Music) . . . . . . . . . . . . 4385
Lehman, Grace (K5) . . . . . . . . . . . . 4368
Leneschmidt, Angela (2nd). . . . . . . . . 4364
Oates, Pam (3rd) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4373
Young, Debbie (4th). . . . . . . . . . . . 4381
Assistants
Berry, Rebecca. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4323
Gaines, Elizabeth . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4374
Sikkema, Lawrie. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4368
Terminology
ACSI – Ben Lippen School is accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International, an organization of
Christian preschools, elementary, secondary, and post secondary schools.
BLATT – Ben Lippen Academic Technology Team assist teachers in implementing technology in their classrooms.
BLS – Ben Lippen School
BLES – Ben Lippen Elementary School
BLES-MR – Ben Lippen Elementary School-Monticello Road Campus
BLES-SAR – Ben Lippen Elementary School-St. Andrews Road Campus
BLHS – Ben Lippen High School
BLMS – Ben Lippen Middle School
BLUe – Ben Lippen University of education is intentional professional development for faculty and staff on Monday
mornings.
Booster Club – The Ben Lippen Booster Club exists to support the athletic program of Ben Lippen School.
Camp College – Camp College is an opportunity for rising seniors to receive one-on-one assistance from the
guidance department on topics such as completing college applications and sending college board scores. Camp
College is held each summer prior to the start of school.
Campus Wear – The required dress code for all students. Campus wear must be purchased through Lands’ End. Visit
www.BenLippen.com and click on campus wear to learn more. On Fridays, students may wear jeans with any
Ben Lippen top.
Candlelight Service – A special service held the evening before commencement for seniors, their families and friends,
and faculty and staff, to share memories of their time at Ben Lippen. A reception follows the service.
Cedar Creek Classic – The Cedar Creek Classic is Columbia’s largest sporting clay event. This annual 14-station/100
bird shoot is hosted at the beautiful Cedar Ridge Farm in Blythewood, S.C., on the last Saturday in April. Proceeds
benefit the Mountain of Trust Financial Aid Fund.
CIU – Columbia International University.
CIU Day – Faculty and staff from CIU, Ben Lippen School, 89.7 WMHK, and New Life 91.9 come together for a quasistate-of-the-corporation address, information, and fellowship. School is not in session for this all-day event.
Commencement – Graduation ceremonies held at the end of May in CIU’s Shortess Chapel .
Eighth Grade Banquet – A year-end special evening of celebration and remembrance for 8th grade students and
their parents.
Eighth Grade Promotion – Each eighth grade student is publicly recognized for successfully completing their middle
school course of study.
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Terminology (continued)
Eighth Grade Spiritual Life Challenge – An off-campus overnight retreat which includes team building activities,
leadership and spiritual challenges, and fellowship.
Evening of Thanksgiving – An end-of-the-year celebration expressing appreciation to Ben Lippen’s praying, giving
and serving partners.
Extended Care – Ben Lippen Elementary School offers fee-based before and after school care for students in
kindergarten through fifth grade on a regularly scheduled or drop-in basis.
FACTS – A national provider of tuition payment plans. All payments to Ben Lippen must be made through FACTS
Tuition Management.
Fair Day – Ben Lippen dismisses early one day to allow students an opportunity to attend the South Carolina State
Fair. This is a wonderful opportunity to socialize with other Ben Lippen families.
Father-Daughter Banquet – Held in February, this is a special evening for 3rd – 5th grade girls and their fathers.
Father’s Prayer Breakfast – During the school year, fathers from all Ben Lippen campuses come together for prayer,
food, and fellowship usually the first Saturday of the month.
High School Awards Assembly – Academic awards, scholarships, and special recognitions are presented to high
school students at this year-end assembly.
Junior/Senior Banquet – An annual social event, held in the spring, hosted by the junior class in honor of the seniors.
It is held at an off-campus location and dress is formal. All juniors and seniors are required to attend this event.
LGI – The Large Group Instruction building is located adjacent to the gym.
Middle School Awards Ceremony – Teachers and staff present academic awards, scholarships, and special
recognition to middle school students at the end of the school year.
Middle School Spiritual Life Challenge – An off-campus gathering for 6th and 7th graders that includes motivational
speakers, spiritual growth, and fellowship.
Mom’s In Touch – Mom’s in Touch prayer groups seek to fulfill the mission of “impacting children and schools
worldwide for Christ by gathering mothers to pray.”
MOTF – Mountain of Trust Fund promotes and supports the mission of Ben Lippen by raising resources to
supplement tuition in order to meet operational and programming needs of the school. The MOTF committee is
directed and energized by parents, fully supported by the administration, and works under the BLS Board of Directors
and Partnering for Excellence Council.
MPR – The Multi-Purpose Room is located behind BLES-MR.
Parent Alert -- Parent Alert is a text notification system which provides instantaneous communication to the school
community, especially in cases of emergencies.
PfE – Partnering for Excellence is a year-round initiative of Ben Lippen to stimulate dynamic and growing praying,
giving, and serving partnerships with parents, alumni, and friends.
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PTF – The Parent Teacher Fellowship provides support for each campus through a myriad of volunteer opportunities
such as fellowship, hospitality, and teacher appreciation.
Press Day – Press Day is the day Ben Lippen’s athletes and their parents gather for a mandatory SCISA Sportsmanship
meeting, and to receive important team and athletic department information. Team and individual pictures are also
taken on this day.
RenWeb – School management software that facilitates communication between BLS and school families, allowing
easy online access to lesson plans, homework assignments, daily grades, and much more.
SAR – St. Andrews Road Elementary Campus
SACS – Ben Lippen School is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
SCISA – Ben Lippen is a member of the South Carolina Independent School Association, which establishes
accreditation standards and coordinates athletic and academic competitions.
Senior Brunch – A special brunch held during graduation week at a location off campus.
Senior Invitation Day – A special day set aside in the spring in which the junior class presents the senior class with
invitations to the Junior/Senior Banquet.
Senior Reading Day – A study day for seniors.
Senior Night – Senior athletes and band members are recognized during each of the sports seasons.
Senior Trip – A trip to Washington, DC that usually occurs a week before Spring Break.
Spirit Wear – Ben Lippen apparel, gear, and other merchandise designed to unleash your school spirit. A spirit shirt
(student’s choice) can be worn on Fridays with jeans. This is the only day jeans are permitted.
Spirit Week – Takes place the week leading up to the Friday night homecoming game. Each campus plans a variety of
fun activities and competitions.
Super Scoopers – Parents help scoop ice cream in the cafeteria for the middle school twice a week.
Tailgating – A Friday night tradition at the varsity football home games. BLS families come together to enjoy food and
fellowship while tailgating around the perimeter of the football field.
Talon Times – School-wide e-newsletter that is distributed regularly throughout the school year.
TEE UP for Students – TEE UP for Students is Ben Lippen’s 18-hole captain’s choice golf tournament held at a local
country club on the last Monday of October. The primary purpose for the tournament is to raise money for the
Mountain of Trust Financial Aid Fund.
Winter Social – A formal banquet for all high school students during the Christmas season.
Winterim – Provides a unique opportunity to develop Christian scholars through a variety of learning activities, which
by design, teach lessons that go beyond the traditional BLS curriculum. Winterim days are counted as academic days
on the school calendar and all students in grades 9-12 must participate in a Winterim course.
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How To Stay “In The Know”
Read Talon Times
Talon Times is our schoolwide e-newsletter that is distributed weekly during the school year to all parents
who have a valid email address on file in RenWeb. The newsletter includes important announcements and
news. This is the best way to stay “in the know” on happenings at your student’s campus.
Online School Calendar
The schoolwide calendar is accessed by clicking “Calendar” at the top of the page at www.BenLippen.com.
You can sort the calendar by month and/or by campus to find information specific to your student. You can
also click on any event for a pop-up window with more information and a contact person for the event.
Please note that because the athletic calendar is so large, it is not posted on the schoolwide calendar.
Athletic schedules can be found by going to www.BenLippen.com, then clicking Student Life / Athletics /
Sports Schedules.
Parent Alert
Parent Alert is a text notification system which provides instantaneous communication to the school
community, especially in cases of emergencies. Please be sure your cell phone number is in RenWeb so that
you can receive these alerts.
Facebook
Ben Lippen School has an official Fan Page on Facebook. Click the “Like” button on our page
(www.Facebook.com/BenLippenSchool) to stay informed, view upcoming events, and participate in
contests, and much more.
Flickr
Flickr is a photo management and sharing application website. Ben Lippen School uploads photos to
Flickr, following many of our campus events and activities. These photos are available to the Ben Lippen
community to share, download, and print. Here are instructions to view these photos:
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Step 1:
Step 2:
Step 3:
Step 4a:
Step 4b:
Step 5:
Click on the Flickr icon from the Ben Lippen School website homepage.
Click on a set of pictures you would like to view.
Choose a photo from the set of pictures.
Right click on the image you want to download. You will see a pop up box.
Choose the size of your picture.
Right click on the picture and choose “Save image as” and save it to your computer.
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RenWeb
RenWeb (www.RenWeb.com) is our school management software that facilitates communication. With
RenWeb you are able to:
• Keep current with your student’s grades, homework, behavior and attendance
• Find contact information for other students, families, faculty and staff
• Keep your personal information updated (so we can keep in touch with you!)
Instructions for Accessing RenWeb
In order to access RenWeb, the Admissions Department must have your current email address on file.
Parents of day students, please contact [email protected] to confirm your email. Parents of
boarding students contact [email protected].
Step 1:
Step 2:
Step 3:
Step 4:
Step 5:
Go to www.RenWeb.com.
Click the “ParentsWeb Login” button on left hand navigation.
Enter Ben Lippen’s school ID, which is bls-sc, and click “Submit.”
Enter the email address and password you have on file with the Admissions Department.
Note: Beginning August 2011, each user will have a unique log-in username and password. For returning users, your password has not changed. If it is your first time logging in, click the “First Time Users” tab at the top and then click “New Parent Login” and a temporary password will be sent to your email address. You may then repeat the process, entering the temporary password and clicking “ParentsWeb Login.”
Use left-hand navigation for School, Student and Family Information.
RenWeb’s online tutorial is available at: http://www.renweb.com/robohelp/pwdemo/parentswebdemo_demo.htm
Parents are responsible for keeping their family and student’s information accurate in RenWeb. By following
the simples steps below, you can manage your information 24/7, including:
• General contact information for parents and students (address, telephone numbers, email, etc.)
• Student medical and insurance information
• Parent notification and communication preferences (grade book, directory, Parent Alert, etc.)
Instructions for Updating Vital Information in RenWeb
An instructional video is available at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JE8bUoLBpPE
Step 1:
Step 2:
Step 3:
Step 4:
Step 5:
Step 6:
Step 7:
Step 8:
Go to www.RenWeb.com.
Click on “ParentsWeb Login” on the left hand side (it’s a dark pink button).
Enter our school ID: bls-sc and hit “submit.”
Enter your current email on file and your password then hit “Parent Login.”
Click on “Family Information” on the left hand side.
On the next page you will see a section called “Web Forms” at the bottom of your screen.
Click on “2011-2012 Family Demographic Form.”
Next to your name click on “Custodial Parent Form.”
Update your email then scroll to the bottom of the page and click “save.”
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How To Get Involved
Partnering for Excellence (PfE) is a year-round initiative of Ben Lippen School to stimulate dynamic and
growing praying, giving, and serving partnerships with parents, alumni, and friends. The PfE Council
brings together the leaders of existing and new praying, giving, and serving groups for the purposes of
communication and collaboration.
Below is a list of volunteer organizations/committees and contact information. If you are interested in
working with any of these groups please contact the person listed. We encourage all Ben Lippen families to
get involved in praying, giving and serving.
We have highlighted our two annual fundraisers that require extra parent support and participation. Please
consider serving on the committee, recruiting a team, or participating in one of these events.
Alumni Association: Dedicated to building alumni relations and organizing alumni events
such as Homecoming.
Contact: Tony Perricelli, [email protected], (803) 361-2609
Athletic Booster Club: Provides the athletic department with the financial and volunteer support
necessary to adequately meet the needs of varsity, junior varsity and middle school athletic teams
and to identify updates or enhancements to athletic facilities.
Contact: Ken Walker, [email protected], (803) 513-8846
Campus Beautification: Committee dedicated to making Ben Lippen School more appealing and
more functional. Beautifying the campuses brings students and staff a sense of pride in the school.
Contact: A contact is needed. If you are interested, please contact Kyndra Waganer at
[email protected], (803) 807-5510.
Cedar Creek Classic: BLS-sponsored fundraiser and Columbia’s largest sporting clay event held
annually the last Saturday in April. This event is committed to raising money for the Mountain of Trust
Financial Aid Fund.
Contact: Mark Barrow, [email protected], (803) 606-9193
Daddy Drop Off: Fathers come together once a month from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. to pray after
dropping off their children at school.
Contact: Hank Wright, [email protected], (803) 318-2556
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Father’s Prayer Breakfast: Men come together for prayer, breakfast, and fellowship usually the first
Saturday of each month during the school year.
Contact: Hank Wright, [email protected], (803) 318-2556
Grandparents Day: School-wide celebration of grandparents or other special people in the lives of
Ben Lippen students. Committee is responsible for planning and implementing special chapel
programs, classroom visits and other activities for this day.
Contact: Kyndra Waganer, [email protected], (803) 807-5510
Junior/Senior Banquet: Provides year-long support and assistance to the junior class in
coordinating and planning all aspects of the annual Junior/Senior Banquet.
Contact: Rene White, [email protected], (803) 960-5451 or
Linda Temples, [email protected], (803) 600-6278
Moms In Touch: Moms In Touch seeks to fulfill the mission of impacting children and schools
worldwide for Christ by gathering mothers to pray.
Contact: Melinda Timmerman, [email protected], (803) 920-0064 or
Manuela Chong, [email protected], (803) 750-6720
Elementary School Parent Teacher Fellowship: The PTF for each elementary school campus
provides support through a myriad of volunteer opportunities such as fellowship, hospitality, teacher
appreciation and many more.
Contact:
BLES-MR, Sherry Shoup, [email protected], (803) 331-5749
BLES-SAR: Bethany Marion, [email protected], (803) 920-9192
TEE UP for Students: This BLS-sponsored fundraiser is an annual golf tournament held the last Monday of October. This event is committed to raising money for the Mountain of Trust Financial Aid Fund.
Contact: David Marion, [email protected], (803) 622-2298
Volunteer Coordinators: These individuals orchestrate and facilitate the coordination and
participation of volunteers that are needed to support the numerous initiatives and activities on
each of the campuses. If you have any questions about how to get involved on your student’s
campus please contact a volunteer coordinator listed below.
Contact:
BLMS, Melinda Timmerman, [email protected], (803) 920-0064
BLHS, Beth Bearden, [email protected], (803) 603-0047
BLES-MR, Anna Wright, [email protected], (803) 447-0900 and
Kelly Davis, [email protected], (803) 260-1421
BLES-SAR, Angela Vandergriff, [email protected], (803) 603-3234
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How to Support Ben Lippen School
Ben Lippen has two sources of income – tuition and tax-deductible gifts – and both are essential to fulfilling our
mission of developing Christian scholars.
The Mountain of Trust Fund (MOTF) annually raises money to support
ongoing and special projects of the school. Energized parents, in
collaboration with Ben Lippen’s leadership, direct the MOTF. In November
2010, the MOTF launched an ongoing initiative to build the Steve Caswell
Athletic Center.
In addition to this and other initiatives of the MOTF, raising $200,000
for financial assistance is a key distinctive of our school. Proceeds from
two annual fund-raising events, Cedar Creek Classic and TEE UP for Students, are earmarked for the Mountain of
Trust Financial Aid Fund. Every family is encouraged to get involved in one or both events as a participant, sponsor,
planning committee member, or event day volunteer. Contact Kyndra Waganer at [email protected].
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Cedar Creek Classic – Now the largest such event in the Midlands, this 14-station/100 bird sporting
clays event is held the last Saturday in April.
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TEE UP for Students – This is an 18-hole captain’s choice golf outing typically held on the last Monday in October.
Tax-deductible gifts may be made online at www.BenLippen.com or mailed to the school. While cash, checks, and
credit card gifts are most common, more gifting options exist such as electronic funds transfer (EFT), stock gifts and
other appreciated assets. Contact [email protected] to speak confidentially about your charitable
support of Ben Lippen School.
Watch for future communications about the 2011-2012 initiatives of the Mountain of Trust Fund.
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Kick Back Programs
Help raise money for Ben Lippen! It costs you nothing except participation. These programs operate yearround and anyone can participate. So pass the word on to friends, neighbors and relatives!
Listed below are the various ways you can help. If you have any questions, or know of other similar
opportunities, please contact [email protected].
Box Tops for Education
When you use any General Mills products–cereals, frozen foods, meals, snacks, you name it–just clip the
official Box Tops for Education coupons and turn them in to either elementary school office. Each Box Tops
coupon is worth 10 cents to our school. Visit www.boxtops4education.com to learn more about how you
can contribute to BLS just by purchasing everyday grocery and household products.
Publix Partners Card
Each time you shop at Publix and have the cashier scan your Publix Partners Card at checkout, a percentage
of your total grocery bill will automatically be credited to BLS’s account. Cards are available at the front desk
of every campus. Cards can be used by anyone–relatives, friends, and neighbors and they do not expire!
Target
When you use your Target REDcard (credit or debit) for in-store or online purchases, Target will donate up to
one percent of your purchases to BLS. Apply for your card online at www.target.com/redcard. Designate our
school on your card to begin donating. Our school ID is 24519.
Family Christian Bookstores
For every $5 you or your friends spend at Family Christian Stores, you get a Ministry Builders stamp. Each
card of 20 stamps can be redeemed by BLS for a $5 gift card to purchase more books for our school
libraries. When you have collected 20 stamps, mail or turn in your card to Patty Swift at the Monticello Road
Elementary Library.
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Campus Wear Guidelines
Ben Lippen School’s campus wear helps to create a sense of unity and promote an excellent academic
environment. Below you will find general information that specifically applies to the dress code for the
upcoming school year. A complete description of the dress code can be found in the 2011-2012 Student
Handbook.
Daily campus wear for boys and girls, Pre-K through 12th grade can be found at the Ben Lippen website
www.BenLippen.com. Click Campus Wear.
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Tops - All shirts, tops, and blouses must be purchased from Lands’ End.
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Bottoms - All pants, shorts, and skirts must be purchased from Lands’ End.
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Jumpers - All jumpers must be purchased from Lands’ End.
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Outerwear - All outerwear worn in the classroom (i.e., jackets, hoodies, sweatshirts, sweaters) must be
purchased from Lands’ End and must have the school logo.
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Heavy Coats - Outerwear not worn in the classroom, but is appropriate for wearing on cold days
between buildings, etc. does not have to have the school logo. These items may be purchased from
any store. If, however, the coat will be worn in the classroom, it must be purchased from Lands’ End
and have the school logo.
Additional items which do not have to be purchased from Lands’ End:
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Belts - When a belt is appropriate, it should be black, brown or coordinated with the color of the shirt
being worn.
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Socks - Socks should be coordinated with the color of shirt or pants being worn by the student.
Shoes - Appropriate shoes that are clean and in good repair should be worn. Beach-style or bathroom
flip-flops are not permitted.
FAQs
1. Will students be allowed to wear jeans on Fridays?
Yes, students (Pre-K - 12) will be allowed to wear jeans on Fridays but only if they are also wearing a spirit shirt.
This includes spirit shirts that can be ordered from the Ben Lippen Spirit Shop and other spirit shirts promoted by
athletics, clubs, fine arts, etc.
2. Will students dress differently on chapel days?
No, students will dress in approved campus wear on chapel day.
3. Will non-Lands’ End clothing (pants, skirts, tops, etc.) be allowed?
No, all clothing other than those items mentioned (shoes, socks, belts, heavy coats) are to be Lands’ End
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4. Must shirts worn under campus wear tops be purchased at Lands’ End? (These shirts would not
display the school logo, but would be worn under a campus wear shirt.)
No, shirts worn under an approved campus wear shirt displaying the school logo do not have to be purchased at
Lands’ End. Those shirts, however, must be one color and follow the same color scheme as other approved campus
wear shirts, (i.e. green, gold/yellow, gray, black or white).
5. Will students be allowed to wear “old tops” with the old school logo and embroidery?
Yes and No a. No, students must wear the current school logo on Monday through Thursday.
b. Yes, students may wear old school logo shirts on Fridays as their spirit shirt if they choose to do so.
6. Where is campus wear required - just on campus or at other school activities?
Campus wear is required for school day activities. When students arrive for school in the morning they should
be dressed in appropriate campus wear. Campus wear is required while they are on the campus, unless they
are involved in activities which have other approved dress (i.e. athletics, school activities, etc.). Dress for special
occasions such as field trips, or when students participate in sports activities, will be announced for those
occasions by teachers and coaches. Campus wear is not required for students attending after-school functions
such as ball games, concerts, programs, etc. Specific guidelines for those activities are included in the Student
Handbook.
How to Order
The link to the Lands’ End campus wear website is found at www.BenLippen.com. Then click Campus Wear.
This is not to be confused with the Spirit Store. Should you need it, the Ben Lippen school dress code
number issued by Lands’ End is 900133596.
Lands’ End highly recommends that you contact a customer service representative when placing your first
order or if you encounter any problems; the representative will walk you through the steps and guide you to
the sections containing approved BLS campus wear. The customer service number is 1-800-469-2222. Items
may be returned to your local Sears store.
The campus wear contact at Ben Lippen is Rob Settle at [email protected] or 807-4132.
Savings
Register for email alerts when Campus Wear goes on sale by visiting:
http://www.landsend.com/customerservice/services_policies/SP_email.html
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Athletics
For the latest athletic information visit www.BenLippen.com and click on Student Life – Athletics.
Fall Sports
Cheerleading (female)
MS, JV, V
Coach: Teresa Ward, [email protected], (919) 971-4184
Cross Country (both)
MS, JV, V
Coach: George Johnson, (803) 779-0749
Football (male)
MS, JV, V
Coach: Reggie Shaw, [email protected], (803) 319-0847
Swimming (both)
MS, JV, V
Coach: Hank Wright, [email protected], (803) 318-2556
Tennis (female)
JV, V
Coach: Susan Bishop, [email protected], (803) 348-0015
Volleyball (female)
JV, V
Coach: Peggy Benefield, [email protected], (803) 331-1123
Winter Sports
Basketball (male) MS, JV, V
Coach: Ryan Moloney, [email protected], (803) 480-1692
Basketball (female)
MS, JV, V
Coach: Cindy Cummings, [email protected], (803) 315-0948
Cheerleading(female)
MS, JV, V
Coach: Teresa Ward, [email protected], (919) 971-4184
Wrestling (male)
JV, V
Coach: Shannon Glenn, [email protected], (803) 917-8811
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Note: Level of
participation (MS, JV, V) is
determined by both age
and grade restrictions and
vary for each sport.
Athletics (continued)
Spring Sports
Baseball (male)
JV, V Coach: Ben Porter, [email protected], (803)730-7073
Golf (both)V
Coach: Gordon Carle, [email protected], (803) 429-0494
Donald Taylor, [email protected], (803) 360-5966
Boys Soccer (male) JV, V
Coach: David Rios, [email protected], (803) 543-6184
Girls Soccer (female)
Coach: TBA
JV, V
Softball (female)
JV, V
Coach: Terron Calvert, [email protected], (803) 206-1699
Tennis (male) V
Coach: Larry Dixon, [email protected], (803) 201-9745
Track and Field (both)
MS, JV, V
Coach: George Johnson, 803-779-0749
James Reynolds, [email protected], (803) 553-7031
Ben Lippen Booster Club
The Ben Lippen Booster Club exists to assist in the development of a strong school spirit and to provide
financial and other support to the athletic programs.
Examples of Support
• Construction of the Concession and Restroom Facility
• Outdoor Scoreboard
• Football Uniforms
• Volleyball Equipment
• Facility Repairs and Upkeep
• Provide funding directly to teams based on their advertising sales.
• Provide manpower to work concessions, ticket sales, etc.
Membership Information
• There are six different levels of membership ranging from $40 to $525.
• All membership packages include free admission to all “regular” season sporting events for a
specified number of adults, depending upon your membership level.
• You can download a membership application at www.BenLippen.com
Questions? Contact Ken or Jennifer Walker, Booster Club President, (803) 513-8846
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Morning Bus Fees and Schedule
Bus service is available August 15, 2011 through May 25, 2012. Please note that this is a morning bus route
only. No afternoon bus route is offered.
Seats are offered on a first-come first-served basis. We require each route to have a minimum number of
riders in order to pay expenses associated with maintaining a morning bus route.
All bus riders must be registered in order to ride the morning bus. To register, please contact
Christy Lambert [email protected] or (803) 807-4197.
Due to soaring fuel costs, there has been a slight increase in bus fees for the 2011-2012 school year.
Fees
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One Child = $77/month ($385/semester)
Two Children = $115.50/month ($577.50/semester)
Three Children = $134.75/month ($673.75/semester)
Four Children= $134.75/month *Fourth child is free!
Fees must be paid through your FACTS Tuition Management account.
• First semester fees due October 3, 2011
• Second semester fees due March 1, 2012
Pick Up Locations
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Northwest - Depart Murraywood Centre at 7:20 a.m.* - Depart BLS Elementary St. Andrews Road at 7:40 a.m.*
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East
- Depart King’s Grant at 7:35 a.m.*
* Due to late start on Mondays, the bus will pick up one hour later on Monday mornings at all stops. First
day of school buses will pick up on the Tuesday - Friday schedule, as there is no late start on Monday, August
15, the first day of school.
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Elementary School
Monticello Road Campus
7401 Monticello Road
Columbia, SC 29203
Phone: (803) 807-4300
FAX: (803) 807-4333
(803) 807-4000 Main Office
www.BenLippen.com
Elementary School
St. Andrews Road Campus
500 St. Andrews Road
Columbia, SC 29210
Phone: (803) 807-4400
FAX: (803) 807-4399
Middle & High School
7401 Monticello Road
Columbia, SC 29203
Phone: (803) 807-4200 (MS)
Phone: (803) 807-4100 (HS)
FAX: (803) 744-1387
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