Faith Baptist Schools Information Packet

Faith Baptist Schools
Information Packet
7644 Farralone Avenue
Canoga Park, CA 91304
www.faithbaptistschools.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Back-to-School Information
Page 3
First weeks of school schedule
Page 4
Detailed Information
Page 5
School schedule
Page 6
School Uniforms
Page 7
Uniform Dress Standards (Elementary K3-6th Grade)
Page 8
Uniform Dress Standard (Junior and Senior High)
Page 10
Student Medicine
Page 13
Procedures/ Security and Parking
Page 14
Traffic Map
Page 15
Financial Information
Page 16
Disaster Preparedness
Page 17
Transportation Services
Page 18
Extra-Curricular Activities
Page 18
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BACK-TO-SCHOOL NIGHT
Friday, August 26
Elementary | K3-6th Grades | 6:30-8:45 PM
o Families may drop in anytime between those times.
o Families will meet their child’s teacher and explore their new classrooms.
Junior & Senior High | 6:00-8:30 PM
o The evening will commence with a meeting in the Main Auditorium for all parents and
students at 6:00 PM.
o Parents and students who arrive later than 6:00 PM may miss valuable information
concerning their classes.
o Parents and students can visit all the classes and meet their new teachers.
BACK-TO- SCHOOL CHURCH SERVICE
Sunday, August 28 | Two Services at 8:30 AM and 10:45 AM
o Faith Baptist Church extends a warm welcome to all school families by hosting this special
event.
NEW FAMILY ORIENTATION MEETING
(subject to change)
Thursday, September 8 | 7:00 PM
o All new families are invited to attend an orientation meeting with our Administrators in
the Main Auditorium.
o This special meeting will help ease the transition into our school by providing information
about how to succeed at Faith Baptist Schools.
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FIRST WEEKS OF SCHOOL
August/ September
Monday
22
Tuesday
23
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
24
Pre- Registration
12th 9:00-12:00
11th 12:30- 3:30
25
First Day for 7th12th Grades
26
Back-to- School
Night
Assembly 8:00 AM
29
First Day for K36th Grades
(NO SCHOOL FOR
7th-12th Grade)
5
30
Second Day for
K3-6th Grade
(NO SCHOOL FOR
1
2
SCHOOL FOR ALL STUDENTS K3-12th GRADE
7th-12th Grade)
6
LABOR DAY
NO SCHOOL
NO DAY CARE
31
7
8
9
New Family
Orientation
Meeting (subject to
change)
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DETAILED INFORMATION
Wednesday, August 24 (11th & 12th Grade scheduling with Mrs. Packer in Counseling Office)
o 9:00 AM – 12: PM
o 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
12th grade students only
11th grade students only
Thursday, August 25 (First Day of School for 7th-12th Grade)
o Assembly at 8:00 AM
 Girls will meet in the Main Auditorium (Located on the East Campus)
 Boys will meet in the Lower Gymnasium (Located on the West Campus)
 Junior High and Senior High Pictures
o Reminders:
 Students must be in uniform dress
 Boys must be clean shaven with proper haircut (refer to page 11)
 Student ID and yearbook pictures will be taken on this day
 7th-10th grade scheduling will be held on this day
 7th-12th grade orientation will be held on this day
 NO SCHOOL FOR K3-6TH GRADE
Friday, August 26
o Back- to- School Night
 6:00- 8:30 PM Junior and Senior High
 6:30- 8:45 PM Elementary (K3-6th Grade)
Monday, August 29 (First Day of School for K3-6th Grade)
o All students must be in uniform dress
o NO SCHOOL FOR 7th-12th Grade
Tuesday, August 30
o NO SCHOOL FOR 7th-12th Grade
Wednesday, August 31
o School for all grades (K3-12th Grade)
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SCHOOL SCHEDULE
Office Hours
Monday- Friday
8:00 AM-4:30 PM
School Arrival and Departure Times
K3 and K4
K5
1st and 2nd Grade
3rd and 4th Grade
5th and 6th Grade
7th-12th Grade
8:45 AM- 3:00 PM
8:30 AM-3:00 PM
8:30 AM-3:10 PM
8:30 AM-3:20 PM
8:30 AM- 3:30 PM
8:00 AM- 3:45 PM
K3 and K4 Extended Day Care Locations
K3: Room 23
K4: Room 33
K3 and K4 Playground
K3 and K4 Playground
7:00 AM- 7:45 AM and 5:00 PM- 6:00 PM
7:00 AM- 7:45 AM and 5:00 PM- 6:00 Pm
7:45 AM- 8:25 AM
3:30 PM- 5:00 PM
K5 Extended Day Care Locations
Room 18
K5 Playground
K5 Playground
7:00 AM- 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM- 6:00 PM
8:00 AM- 8:20 AM
3:30 PM- 5:00 PM
1st-6th Grade Extended Care Locations
Room 43
Elementary Playground
7:00 AM- 7:45 AM and 5:00 PM- 6:00 PM
7:45 AM- 8:25 AM and 3:00 PM- 5:00 PM
7th and 8th Grade Extended Care Locations
Room 13
4:00 PM- 6:00 PM
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SCHOOL UNIFORMS
All K3 through 12th Grade students are required to wear uniforms.
Dennis Uniforms provides our school uniforms.
Boys must wear pants with the Dennis Uniform Tag.
o Approved colors are navy blue and khaki pants (Boys may wear navy blue/ khaki short
until 6th Grade. 7th-12th Grade boys may only wear pants)
Girls must wear skirt, skorts and pumpers purchased from Dennis Uniforms.
o Approved colors are navy blue, khaki and plaid
The following lengths apply to girls skirt, skorts and jumpers:
o Junior and Senior High: middle of the kneecap
o 5th and 6th Grade: top of the kneecap
o K3-4th Grade: 2 inches above the top of the kneecap
Each child must have at least 1 polo shirt with a Faith Baptist logo (Faith Baptist logo polo shirts
must be worn on field trips).
o Approved colors are navy blue, red, hunter green and white
You may purchase plain polo shirts (no other emblems or pockets in the colors navy blue, red,
green and white), socks, and shoes from any retailer.
Junior and Senior High Students:
o May not wear non-Faith Baptist outerwear inside the classroom
o May wear a solid navy blue sweatshirt inside and outside the classroom.
o May NOT wear other types of non-Faith Baptist sweatshirts (including hoodies, crewnecks, or zippered sweatshirts) inside or outside of the classroom.
o Other types of outerwear (non-sweatshirt material) may be worn outside of the
classroom but must be removed upon entering the classroom.
Store Information:
6459 De Soto Avenue (corner of Victory Blvd and De Soto Ave)
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Phone Number: (818) 703- 7493
www.dennisuniforms.com
School Code: SHFFBS
NOTE: Dennis Uniforms sells uniforms for many different schools.
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UNIFORMS DRESS STANDARDS
Elementary K3-6th Grade
School uniform clothing must be worn at School and at all school functions, including field trips, unless otherwise stated. All
students must maintain School uniform dress up to and including the last day of School, according to the School calendar. If a
student does not wear the School’s uniform clothing, he will receive disciplinary action, including suspension from class. Specific
disciplinary measures can be found in the 2016-17 Handbook and demerit schedule.
DRESS CODE- ALL STUDENTS
Students must wear the School’s uniform dress which is purchased from the Dennis Uniforms Company. The Dennis Uniform
Company provides a large variety of items for our students to wear, but you do not need to purchase each one. Non-uniform
accessories must coordinate with the School uniform colors which are navy blue, red, white and hunter green. Each child must
have at least 1 polo shirt with a Faith Baptist logo. The students will be required to wear a logo polo shirt on field trips.
Students may not wear the following:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Hats/baseball caps/ stocking caps
Sunglasses
Gloves/ “ski” caps (except on excessively cold or
windy days)
Tattoos/ body markings/ body piercings
(permanent or temporary)
5.
6.
7.
Form-fitting or revealing clothing
Gang-related clothing or accessories
Clothing and hair styles that are extreme or
inconsistent with the religious tenets of Faith
Baptist Schools (music groups, occult, etc.)
GIRLS must present a wholesome, feminine appearance.
HAIR- Girls may not change their hair color in any way. If a girl has changed her hair color, her hair must be changed back to its
original color. Hair extensions must also match a girl’s own hair color. Please refrain from any rock-inspired (rap, MTV, etc.)
hairstyles. Hair must be long enough so that it does not appear to be a boy’s haircut. Hair is not to be shaved or shaped in an
extreme style.
EARRINGS-If earrings are worn, they must be a matched set. In a wide earring, the diameter is to be no more than 1 1/4 inches. In
dangling earring, the length should not be more than 2 inches from the bottom of the earlobe. Only 1 earring should be worn on
the earlobe of each ear, and earring should not be worn in places other than the earlobe.
BRACELETS- No more bracelets than would measure 2 inches on the wrist may be worn. “Noisy” bracelets are not to be worn to
School. Jelly bracelets may not be worn.
MAKE-UP/NAIL POLISH- Girls may not wear makeup. Only clear lip gloss may be worn. Black nail polish and artificial (e.g., acrylics,
tips, etc.) may not be worn.
DRESS- Uniform dress must be worn at School and at all School functions, including field trips, unless otherwise stated. Skirts
must be at least mid-knee. Uniform clothing must not be oversized. Turtlenecks in School uniform colors may be worn. Layered
shirts which are visible must be in School uniform colors: white, red, navy, or hunter green. T-shirts may not be worn, including
class T-shirts and youth-group T-shirts. Girls may not wear hats. Color-coordinating “ski” caps and gloves may be worn on
excessively cold or windy days. Girls may wear the Dennis skorts to classes, as long as the skort meets the length requirement.
Mom-uniform School dress may be worn to sporting events.
UNIFORM LENGTH- K3 through fourth-grade girls are to wear their dresses or skirts no shorter than 2 inches above the top of the
kneecap. Fifth- and sixth- grade girls are to wear their dresses or skirts no shorter than the top of the kneecap.
NYLON, TIGHTS, & SOCKS- Tights or socks may be worn in School uniform colors only. Nylons may also be worn in these colors or
flesh tones. Navy leggings may be worn as long as they meet the boot or the sock. No other pants or leggings should be worn
underneath the uniform skirt or skort.
SHOES- Tasteful, color-coordinating athletic, casual, or dress shoes may be worn. Shoes must be laced and tied (if applicable) and
they must not be a style which the Administration deem inappropriate for School (hiking or combat boots, gang-related, etc.)
Backless sandals with open toes, flip-flops, or high heels in excess of 3 inches may not be worn.
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JACKET/COATS/SWEATSHIRTS- All outerwear must be in keeping with the philosophy of the School (i.e., slovenly, oversized, rockinspired, or gang-related outerwear may not be worn). The only outerwear that may be worn in the classroom is the Faith Baptist
Schools’ sweatshirt and jackets or a solid nay sweatshirt. Other jackets may be worn to School and to and from class. The only
sweater or sweatshirt that may be worn is the Faith Baptist Schools’ sweater or sweatshirt, the Faith Baptist sports; team
outerwear, or a solid navy sweatshirt. Non-uniform sweaters or button0up blouses may not be worn as accessories over the
uniform shirt.
NON-UNIFORM SCHOOL DAYS- Occasionally, we may have special days where costumes or casual, non-uniform dress is
permitted. On these days, girls must wear dresses or skirts that are no shorter than the middle of the knee. Clothing that is sheer,
tight, or revealing in any way may not be worn. No shorts, mini-skirts, tube tops, pants, tank tops, or midriff-baring dresses or
tops may be worn. Sundresses may be worn only if a blouse is worn underneath. T-shirts which look like undershirts or have
sayings, pictures, or words which are inconsistent with the philosophy of Faith Baptist Schools may not be worn. All other regular
dress code rules must be followed.
BOYS must present a clean masculine appearance.
HAIR- 1 Corinthians 11:14 teaches that it is a shame for a man to have long hair. At Faith Baptist Schools, all boys must have short
haircuts which are tapered on the top, back, and sides. Hair is not to be shaved (not less than a “2” setting on the hair clippers) or
shaped in such a way that it would not present an even, gradually tapered look, Braids, corn rows, and spiked hair would be
inconsistent with tithes standard and are not permitted. Hair is not to be disproportionately longer on the top than on the sides
(“step” haircut, extra ling on top and slicked back). Boys may not change their hair color in any way. If a boy changes his hair
color, his hair must be changed back to its original color. Please refrain from any rock0inspired (rap, MTV, etc.) hairstyles.
Sideburns must be neatly trimmed, and they can be no longer than the bottom of the ear opening. Facial hair, up to including
moustaches and bears, are not permitted.
DRESS- Uniform clothing must be worn at School and at a School functions, including field trips, unless otherwise stated. Uniform
clothing must not be oversized. Belts must be worn with pants. Shirt must be ticked in. White, red, green, or navy turtlenecks
may be worn. Layered shirts which are visible must be in School uniform colors: white, red, navy, or hunter green. T-shirts may
not be worn, including class T-shirts and youth-group T-shirts. Boys may not wear hats, stocking caps, earrings, bracelets, or
necklaces. Color-coordinating “ski” caps and gloves may be worn only on excessively cold or windy days. All boys are required to
wear Dennis Uniform pants which have the Dennis Uniform Company tag. Non-uniform School dress may be worn to sporting
events.
SOCKS- Socks must be worn with shoes. Socks may be worn in School uniform colors only.
SHOES- Tasteful, color-coordinating athletic, casual, or dress shoes may be worn. Shoes must be laced or tied (if applicable), and
they must not be a style which the Administration deems inappropriate for School (hiking or combat boots, gang-related, etc.).
Sandals may not be worn.
JACKET/COATS/SWEATSHIRTS- All outerwear must be in keeping with the philosophy of the School (i.e., slovenly, oversized, rockinspired, or gang-related outerwear may not be worn). The only outerwear that may be worn in the classroom is the Faith Baptist
Schools’ sweatshirt and jackets or a solid nay sweatshirt. Other jackets may be worn to School and to and from class. The only
sweater or sweatshirt that may be worn is the Faith Baptist Schools’ sweater or sweatshirt, the Faith Baptist sports; team
outerwear, or a solid navy sweatshirt. Non-uniform sweaters or button0up blouses may not be worn as accessories over the
uniform shirt.
NON-UNIFORM SCHOOL DAYS- Occasionally, we may have special days where costumes or casual, non-uniform dress is
permitted. On these days, tank tops may not be worn. Shorts that are no shorter than mid-thigh and no longer than the knee
may be worn. Pants must have legs which are traditional (not baggy), classic cut. Blue jeans may be worn, but they must not be
baggy or torn. T-shirts which look like undershirts or have saying, pictures, or words which are inconsistent with the philosophy of
Faith Baptist Schools may not be worn. All other regular dress code
rules must be followed.
EXAMPLE OF A BOY’S HAIRCUT- Kindly note that the hair is tapered in
layers on the back and sides. It is NOT SHAVED in part or in total. Hair is
not to be disproportionately longer on the top that on the sides, such
as “step”, long hair on the top of the head, “slicked back”, etc.
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UNIFORMS DRESS STANDARDS
Junior and Senior High
School uniform clothing must be worn at School and at all school functions, including field trips, unless otherwise stated. All
students must maintain School uniform dress up to and including the last day of School, according to the School calendar. If a
student does not wear the School’s uniform clothing, he will receive disciplinary action, including suspension from class. Specific
disciplinary measures can be found in the 2016-17 Handbook and demerit schedule.
DRESS CODE- ALL STUDENTS
Students must wear the School’s uniform dress which is purchased from the Dennis Uniforms Company. The Dennis Uniform
Company provides a large variety of items for our students to wear, but you do not need to purchase each one. Non-uniform
accessories must coordinate with the School uniform colors which are navy blue, red, white and hunter green. Each child must
have at least 1 polo shirt with a Faith Baptist logo. The students will be required to wear a logo polo shirt on field trips.
Students may not wear the following:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Hats/baseball caps/ stocking caps
Sunglasses
Gloves/ “ski” caps (except on excessively cold or
windy days)
Tattoos/ body markings/ body piercings
(permanent or temporary)
5.
6.
7.
Form-fitting or revealing clothing
Gang-related clothing or accessories
Clothing and hair styles that are extreme or
inconsistent with the religious tenets of Faith
Baptist Schools (music groups, occult, etc.
GIRLS must present a wholesome, feminine appearance.
HAIR—Please refrain from any rock-inspired (rap, MTV, etc.) hairstyles. Hair must be long enough so that it does not appear to
be a boy’s haircut. Hair is not to be shaved.
Grades 7-8:
Girls may not change their hair color in
any way. If a girl has changed her hair
color, her hair must be changed back to its
original color. Hair extensions must also
match a girl’s hair color.
Grades 9-12:
Girls may highlight their hair one shade
lighter or darker than their natural hair
color. Hair coloring must not be extreme
in style. Hair extensions must also match
a girl’s hair color.
EARRINGS—If earrings are worn, they must be a matched set. In a wide earring, the diameter is to be no more than 1¼ inches.
In dangling earrings, the length should be no more than 2 inches from the bottom of the earlobe. Only 1 earring should be worn
on the earlobe of each ear, and earrings should not be worn in places other than the earlobe. Gauges should not be worn.
BRACELETS—No more bracelets than would measure 2 inches on the wrist may be worn. “Noisy” bracelets are not to be worn
to school.
MAKE-UP/NAIL POLISH—Black nail polish may not be worn.
Grades 7-8:
Only flesh-tone cover-up may be used.
Grades 9-12:
Makeup may be worn if it is not excessive.
DRESS—Uniform dress must be worn at school and at all school functions, including field trips, unless otherwise stated. Skirts
must be at least mid-knee or lower. Uniform clothing must not be oversized. Turtlenecks in school uniform colors may be worn.
Layered shirts that are visible must be in school uniform colors: white, red, navy, or hunter green. T-shirts may not be worn,
including class T-shirts and youth-group T-shirts. Girls may not wear hats. Color-coordinating “ski” caps and gloves may be worn
on excessively cold or windy days. Girls may wear the Dennis skort to classes, as long as the skort meets the mid-knee or lower
length requirement. Non-uniform school dress may be worn to sporting events.
Banquet dress requirements will be sent home early in the school year. Additionally, the dress requirements will be posted on
the school website.
NYLONS, TIGHTS, & SOCKS—Tights or socks may be worn in school uniform colors only. Nylons also may be worn in these colors
and in flesh tones. Leggings may be worn as long as they meet the boot or the sock. No other pants or leggings should be worn
underneath the uniform skirt or skort.
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SHOES—Tasteful, color-coordinating athletic, casual, or dress shoes may be worn. Shoes must be laced and tied (if applicable),
and they must not be a style which the Administration deems inappropriate for school (hiking or combat boots, gang-related,
etc.). Backless sandals with open toes, flip-flops, or high heels in excess of 3 inches may not be worn.
JACKETS/COATS/SWEATSHIRTS—All outerwear must be in keeping with the philosophy and religious tenets of the School (i.e.,
slovenly, oversized, rock-inspired, or gang-related outerwear may not be worn). The only outerwear that may be worn in the
classroom is the Faith Baptist Schools’ sweatshirt and jackets, or a solid navy sweatshirt. Other jackets may be worn to school
and to and from class, but only the Faith Baptist Schools’ outerwear or a solid navy sweatshirt may be worn in the classroom as
an official part of the uniform. The only sweater or sweatshirt that may be worn at any time is the Faith Baptist Schools’ sweater
or sweatshirt, the Faith Baptist sports team outerwear, or a solid navy sweatshirt. Non-uniform sweaters and button-up blouses
may not be worn as accessories over the uniform shirt.
NON-UNIFORM SCHOOL DAYS—Occasionally, we may have special days where costumes or casual, non-uniform dress is
permitted. On these days, girls must wear dresses or skirts that are no shorter than the middle of the knee. Clothing that is
sheer, tight, or revealing in any way must not be worn. No shorts, mini-skirts, tube tops, pants, tank tops, or midriff-baring
dresses or tops may be worn. Sundresses may be worn only if a blouse is worn underneath. T-shirts which look like undershirts
or have sayings, pictures, or words that are inconsistent with the philosophy or religious tenets of Faith Baptist Schools may not
be worn. All other regular dress code rules must be followed.
BOYS must present a clean, masculine appearance.
HAIR—I Corinthians 11:14 teaches that it is a shame for a man to have long hair. At Faith Baptist Schools, all boys must have
short haircuts that are tapered on the top, back, and sides. Hair is not to be shaved (not less than a “1” setting on the hair
clippers) or shaped in such a way that it would not present an even, gradually tapered look. Hair may not have any type of design
or symbols shaved into it. Braids, corn rows, and spiked hair would be inconsistent with this standard and are not permitted.
(Hair that stands taller than 1” is considered “spiked” and does not meet the hair standards.) Hair is not to be disproportionately
longer on the top than on the sides (“step” haircut, extra long on top, and slicked back). Boys may not change their hair color in
any way. If a boy has changed his hair color, his hair must be changed back to its original color. Please refrain from any rockinspired (rap, MTV, etc.) hair styles. Sideburns must be neatly trimmed, and they can be no longer than the bottom of the ear
opening. Facial hair, including moustaches and beards, are not permitted. Boys must be clean shaven (grades9-12 only).
DRESS—Uniform clothing must be worn at school and at all school functions, including field trips, unless otherwise stated.
Uniform clothing must not be oversized. Belts must be worn with pants, but studded belts are not allowed. White, red, green,
or navy turtlenecks may be worn. Layered shirts that are visible must be in school uniform colors: white, red, navy, or hunter
green. T-shirts may not be worn, including class T-shirts and youth-group T-shirts. Boys may not wear hats, hoods, stocking caps,
earrings, bracelets, or necklaces. Color-coordinating “ski” caps and gloves may be worn only on excessively cold or windy days.
All boys are required to wear Dennis Uniform pants that have the Dennis Uniform Company tag. Non-uniform school dress may
be worn to sporting events. Shorts of any kind are not to be worn in the classroom.
SOCKS—Socks must be worn with shoes. Socks may be worn in school uniform colors only.
SHOES—Tasteful, color-coordinating athletic, casual, or dress shoes may be worn. Shoes must be laced and tied (if applicable),
and they must not be a style that the Administration deems inappropriate for school (hiking or combat boots, gang-related, etc.).
Sandals may not be worn.
JACKETS/COATS/SWEATSHIRTS—All outerwear must be in keeping with the philosophy of the School (i.e., slovenly, oversized,
rock-inspired, or gang-related outerwear may not be worn). No denim jackets or flannel jackets are permitted. The only
outerwear that may be worn in the classroom is the Faith Baptist Schools’ sweatshirt and jackets, or a solid navy sweatshirt.
Other jackets may be worn to School and to and from class, but only Faith Baptist outerwear or a solid navy sweatshirt may be
worn in the classroom as an official part of the uniform. The only sweater or sweatshirt that may be worn at any time is the
Faith Baptist Schools’ sweater or sweatshirt, the Faith Baptist sports’ team outerwear, or a solid navy sweatshirt. Non-uniform
sweaters and button-up shirts may not be worn as accessories over the uniform.
NON-UNIFORM SCHOOL DAYS—occasionally, we may have special days where costumes or casual, non-uniform dress is
permitted. On these days, tank tops may not be worn. Pants must have legs that are traditional (not baggy), classic cut. Blue
jeans may be worn, but they must not be baggy or torn. T-shirts that look like undershirts or have sayings, pictures, or words
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which are inconsistent with the religious tenets of Faith Baptist Schools may not be worn. All other regular dress code rules must
be followed.
EXAMPLE OF A BOY’S HAIRCUT- Kindly note that the hair is tapered in layers on the back and sides. It is
NOT SHAVED in part or in total. Hair is not to be disproportionately longer on the top that on the sides,
such as “step”, long hair on the top of the head, “slicked back”, etc.
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STUDENT MEDICINE
School Nurse
The School does not have a campus nurse. However, our staff has been trained on basic first aid and basic
life support CPR. Our staff will provide assistance to students adhering to the universal health precautions
and maintain the safety of those involved. Because staff members are the first to respond, they will
assess and address the needs of the injured student(s) providing medical care as needed, unless an injury
is beyond basic first aid. For any injury that may require more than basic first aid, the child’s parent
and/or 911 will be called.
Medicines
1. Parents should talk to their child’s doctor about making a medicine schedule so that the child
does not have to take medicine while at school.
2. If a child regularly taking medicine for an ongoing health problem, even if he or she only takes the
medicine at home, parents must give a written note to the school employee at the School office
or financial office at the beginning of the school year. Parents must list the medicine being taken,
the current amount taken, and the name of the doctor who prescribed it. (EC Section 49480)
3. If a child must take medicine while at school, the school must receive a written note form the
parent and a written note from the child’s doctor or other health care provider. (Please complete
the required forms, which can be found on our school website faithbaptistschools.com under the
Resources tab) Parents must provide the school new/updated notes at the beginning of each
school year and whenever there is any change in the medicine, instructions, or doctor. (EC
Section 49423)
4. A parent or guardian must supply the school with all medicine the child must take during the
school day. A parent or another adult must deliver the medicine to school.
5. All controlled medicine, like Ritalin, must be counted and recorded on a medicine log when
delivered to the school. A parents or another adult who delivered the medicine should verify the
count by signing the log.
6. Each medicine the child takes must be in a separate container labeled by a pharmacist licensed in
the Unites states. The container must list the child’s name, doctor’s name, name of the medicine,
and instructions for when to take and how much to take.
7. Parents must pick up all discontinued, outdated, and/or unused medicine before the end of the
school year.
Epipen procedures
In addition, to following the procedures for medicines listed above, if a child requires an EpiPen in the
event of an allergic emergency, parents must provide one EpiPen to the teacher and one EpiPen to the
school office. The school office will insure quick access to the EpiPen when the child is in before- or- after
school day care.
Inhalers
Due to the quick response needed in the event of an asthma attack, students are allowed to carry their
prescribed inhaler with them at all times. In addition, please follow the above procedures for medicine
and notify the school and child’s teacher of the child’s asthma condition.
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PROCEDURES
Signing In and Out
o All K3, K4, and K5 students must be signed in and out of school and extended day care
every day.
o To insure the safety of students, we will release the students to the following people:
 A student’s parent
 A person designated on a student’s release form
 A person designated on a note which has been written, signed, and dated by a
student’s parent
o Please understand that we cannot allow students to leave with other students or adults
who have only verbal instructions to pick up a student. Additionally, we cannot release a
student if we have only instructions given over the phone.
K3, K4, and K5 Bedding for Naptime
o Rolle Pole bedding is required.
 Includes a crib sheet, bedding, and a pillow
 Available for purchase in the school office on Back-To-School Night for $18
o Bedding will be sent home every Friday to be washed and returned every Monday.
o State law requires students to have bedding at school every day.
SECURITY AND PARKING
o Your child’s safety is of utmost importance to us.
o Parking decals will be given when school begins.
 Decals must be displayed on the driver’s side of the windshield.
 Additional decals will be available in the financial office.
o The speed limit on our property is 5 MPH at all times.
o Please yield to pedestrians.
o If the gate to Glade Avenue is open, please follow the traffic pattern to exit onto Glade
Avenue.
o Please obey all instructions given by the traffic duty teachers and Honor Patrol members.
o There is no parking or waiting in the Safety Zone. If your child is not ready, you will be
instructed to drive around the block.
o Vehicles improperly parked may be towed without warning.
o Video surveillance cameras are in use around the property.
Vehicles not displaying the current school year’s decal
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Vehicles will be stopped by our security guard.
Drivers and passengers will be required to sign in.
A visitor’s badge will be distributed and must be worn.
Upon exiting, the occupants will be required to sign out.
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FINANCIAL INFORMATION
o Tuition payments must be made through SMART tuition.
o The annual fee is $48 and will be applied to the August bill only.
o Tuition payments and all other fees are due of the 1st or 15th of the month, based upon
your selected payment date. A $30.00 late fee will be assessed if payment is not made by
the respective due date. If your account is delinquent as of the last day of the month,
with the exception of May, the child will be required to stay out of school until the
account is made current. A $100 reinstatement fee per child will be applied if the
child(ren) has to be removed from class due to the delinquent account status. You will
have 10 days from the date your child is removed from class to bring the account(s)
current, or the child will be withdrawn from Faith Baptist Schools. At that time, collection
procedures will be initiated.
o The first tuition payment is due August 1st or 15th.
o The last tuition payment is due by May 1st or 15th, except for any miscellaneous charges
for the remainder of the school year. All accounts must be PAID IN FULL by May 1st or
15th respectively, or an additional $100 late charge will be applied to your child’s account
and the student may not remain in class. Students will not be allowed to take their
second semester final exams until their account balance is paid-in-full. Additionally, all
miscellaneous charges must be PAID IN FULL by May 23rd. Please be sure to check your
account balance to ensure that your balance is zero.
o All accounts must be up-to-date before a report card will be sent home. Students in grades
6-12 with an outstanding balance on their school account will not be allowed to take
their 1st and/or 2nd semester finals until their account is made current.
o Those who choose to pay-in-full by August 15th will receive a 5% discount on their annual
tuition amount for the 2016-2017 school year.
o Book fees vary for different grade levels and are included in the tuition. No partial credits
will be given for unneeded books.
 In the event of a lost or damaged book, the parent will be billed the full cost of a
replacement book. Parents must send a note requesting a new book, indicating
that they are aware of the charge for this book.
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DISASTER PREPAREDNESS
Earthquakes
o No student will be dismissed form school unless a parent (or individual designated by a
parent on the school authorization form) comes for him.
o Because phone lines may be down in a catastrophe of this nature, notes may not be
faxed or e-mailed to the school for the release of a student during an earthquake
emergency.
o All parents, or designated parties, who come for students must have them signed out at
the office or at the temporary student release station with a school official at the
entrance to the school yard.
o We are prepared to provide emergency medical assistance and emergency provisions for
your children in times of critical situations. If you are unable to reach the school, we will
care for your child here. We have a number of people with first-aid certificates, and we
will be in communication with various local emergency services. We do ask for your help
in the following areas:
o Please do not call the school- we must have the lines open for emergency calls.
o Following an earthquake or other emergency, do no immediately drive to the schoolstreets and access to our school may be cluttered with debris. The school route and
street entrance areas must remain clear for emergency vehicles.
o Tune your radio to KFWB (980) or KNX (1070) on the AM dial. Information and directions
for Faith Baptist students will be given over the radio. If interest access is available,
please check the school website at faithbaptistschools.com.
School Closure Information
Other Emergencies (Fires/Floods/Heavy Rain)
o Our website: faithbaptistschools.com
o A temporary phone greeting will be added to our phone system.
o Local radio and television news agencies may or may not broadcast the information.
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TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
Bus service is available for students age four up to 12th grade who live in Simi Valley and the San
Fernando Valley. For your child’s safety, we do not offer service to three-year-old students.
Bus routes vary each school year and are based on the location of families that request service.
The routes will be determined and families will be notified before the start of the school year.
Any application turned in after the routes are made will be directed to the nearest stop along the
route.
FEES:
o These rates are effective for up to two children.
o Each additional child will incur a $10 per month charge.
 One-time $25 registration fee
 $70 one way per family, per month
 $95 round trip per family, per month
To inquire about our bus service, please complete the Bus Inquiry Form found on our school
website faithbaptistschools.com under the School Life tab.
*To request service, complete and submit the School Bus Contract found on our school
website by Monday, August 8, 2016.
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVIES
A detailed list of our extra-curricular activities and cost can be found on our school website
faithbaptistschools.com under the Resources Tab.
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