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 About Us Updated Jan 15, 2009 MISSION STATEMENT Greeneville Adventist Academy, grades Pre- K-12, is parents, students and teachers working together to share the joy of living with Jesus now and for eternity. Our programs are designed to encourage students and staff to freely share Christ with others, empower students to think responsibly and clarify personal values. Greeneville Adventist Academy accepts students, regardless of race, sex, religion or national origin and makes available to them any and all programs. PHILOSOPHY OF SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST EDUCATION
The Educational program of the church gives primary emphasis to character building and to the spiritual foundation in the life of its children and youth. Moreover, it makes abundant provision for the acquisition and interpretation of that which is appropriate from the store of secular knowledge and skills for mental, social, vocational, and physical development. The Seventh-day Adventist Church desires through all of its educational programs to help prepare the youth for effective citizenship on this earth and for rewarding citizenship in the new earth.
OBJECTIVES
To maintain a spiritual atmosphere in which prayer, worship, and doing the will of God will hold top priority and become the accepted pattern of living.
To make Christ, as revealed through the Scriptures and the Spirit of Prophecy, the center of the teaching process.
To help the students achieve a philosophy for life, and acquire the attitudes, knowledge, and skill necessary for developing a mature Christian character.
To inspire the student to the highest possible academic achievement, and practical successful application of such learning.
To direct and encourage students in learning the basic health laws, industry, promptness, reliability, accuracy, thoroughness, and self-reliance. To promote emotional maturity, social graces, and a healthy cultural integration.
To encourage students to commit their lives to God’s plan; to inspire loyalty to their church and Christian love for their fellow man.
To encourage the cooperative effort of the school and church in promoting and upholding the standards of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
To accept Christ as their personal Savior and to grow in faith.
COUNSELS
"In planning for the education of their children outside the home, parents should realize that it is no longer safe to send them to public school, and should endeavor to send them to schools where they can obtain an education based on a Scriptural foundation that will lead them to gain a knowledge of the Lord, and to become partakers of the divine nature through obedience to God’s will and way." Child Guidance, pg. 304
PURPOSE OF SCHOOL
The primary purpose of Greeneville Adventist Academy is to provide a Christian education for the children of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Children of other faiths may be accepted with the understanding that they will be expected to uphold the standards and participate in the religious activities of the school. Greeneville Adventist Academy is neither designed nor equiped for special education. Neither is it prepared to admit students experiencing discipline problems in other schools.
ADMISSION
ADMISSION POLICY
Greeneville Adventist Academy is not staffed to help learning disabled children. All students who present themselves for admission to Greeneville Adventist Academy pledge to observe willingly all its regulations, to uphold the Christian principles upon which the school is operated and to do their best at the duties assigned to them. It is also understood that should they break their pledge, by acting or saying things in a non-Christian manner, they forfeit their right to attend Greeneville Adventist Academy. If they are retained at school, it is at the discretion of the faculty and school board.
ADMISSION PROCEDURE
An application Form
Medical Records - a. Physical Exam: It is required that students initially entering the Southern Union Educational system must have a physical exam within the last six months before entering school. Those students entering Greeneville Adventist Academy from outside the Southern Union OR the public school system, will need a certificate showing a physical exam within the past six months. Forms will be provided by the school or your physician. Placement test
Social Security Card
Birth Certificate
: A copy of the state issued birth certificate (not the copy that the mother receives upon birth of the child or the hospital issued certificate) must be on file: The school must have a copy of the student’s social security card for their files. Transcripts
Financial Agreement Form
Recommendations
The Greeneville Seventh-day Adventist Church is the constituent church for Greeneville Adventist Academy. The church subsidizes a portion above and beyond the registration fees and tuition. The non-constituent tuition reflects this difference.: New students who were not enrolled at Greeneville Adventist Academy the last quarter of the previous school year are required to submit 3 references: Most recent principal, teacher, and pastor, or anyone who is knowledgeable of you.: Must be filled out for each student enrolling in school.: New students must present a copy of their transcript and will be required to take a placement test. In order for the student to be placed in the grade desired, they need to score a 70 percentile. b. Immunization Forms: The State of Tennessee requires a certificate of immunization for ALL students. All students will need a certificate showing proof of all required immunizations including the second dose of MMR. Students entering kindergarten must show proof of having completed the hepatitis B vaccination series. You may obtain a certificate from your physician’s office or the school office. NO STUDENT IS ALLOWED TO BEGIN SCHOOL UNTIL THIS CERTIFICATE IS COMPLETED.
FINANCES
FINANCIAL POLICIES
Tuition is based on 10 monthly payments - August through May. The first month’s tuition, along with the registration fee is due on registration day. A $5.00 discount will be deducted if the amount is paid on or before the 15th of each month. Payments may be mailed or brought to the school office. All families with more than one child attending GAA will receive a $30.00 discount.
Outstanding accounts from previous years must be paid before registration or satisfactory arrangements made and approved by the School Board.
Any student who withdraws or is dismissed during a month will have the tuition prorated for that month and will be refunded after the close of the next billing cycle. Registration fees are non-refundable. A student entering after school is in session must still pay the full registration fee. Tuition will be prorated. Students entering school second semester will pay half the registration fee.
CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT
Parents who enroll their students in Greeneville Adventist Academy have entered into a contractual agreement with the school and are expected to live up to their commitment. Monthly balances according to approved financial agreements must be paid on time. If the current balance becomes two months behind and no arrangements have been made, the student may be suspended until payment is made.
School records are the property of the school and will not be released until all obligations have been met.
REGISTRATION FEE
Grades Pre-K - 6 $395.00 Grades 7 - 10 $485.00 TUITION Consitutient students received a discount of $30.00 per month Grades 9 & 10 Monthly Tuition $580.00 Consitutient students received a discount of $30.00 per month
Grades Pre-K - 6 Monthly Tuition $305.00 ACADEMICS
Freshmen/Sophomore English 2 Bible 2 Biology Geometry Physical Education 1 Choir ½ Living Schools
POLICIES
K - 12 DRESS CODE
Greeneville Adventist Academy requires that all children attending either full time or for specific classes be dressed in Co-ordinated Clothing. It is mandatory that the clothing be purchased through the LaRose Company from Memphis, Tennessee. Or that clothes match that syle, which is a solid color polo style shirt with no logos or emblems and navy or tan slacks with finished pockets only. For specific details please obtain an order form from the school secretary.
Parents of students who arrive at school not in proper co-ordinated clothing will be called to bring the proper attire. Specific deviations from the dress code must be cleared through the principal.The following regulations are to be adhered to:
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Punctuality and regular attendance are character traits we wish to develop in each student at Greeneville Adventist Academy. If a student misses school due to sickness or any other excused absence, that child will have the same number of days to make up their work as they were absent from school. (Example: Two days sick, two days to make-up work.)
Excused absences shall include:
· Personal illness · Death in the family · Extreme weather conditions · Religious observances · Circumstances which in the judgment of the principal create emergencies over which the student has no control. · Circumstances which are approved by the principal and teacher(s) through a pre-arranged request by the parent. · Students will not be allowed to make up work for unexcused absences. · · arrangements need to be made the day the student returns.
Parental notes shall be required for G.A. A. students to be readmitted to class regardless of whether the absence is excused or unexcused.
Truancy is defined as an absence for an entire school day, a major portion of the school day or the major portion of any class, study hall or activity during the school day for which the student is scheduled.
No pre-arranged days will be granted during test time.
A student who has accumulated three (3) unexcused absences or 10 tardies during a 9-week grading period may be required to pay a $25.00 penalty fee or meet within 7 days with an attendance committee to work together on problem solving.
GENERAL REGULATIONS
Teachers and parents work together for the development of Christian character, and to this end teachers will counsel with parents .
When proper conduct is not achieved by other means, suspension or dismissal from school may result.
Inappropriate and profane language is not permitted at school.
Gum in any form is not appropriate and may require a $5.00 fee. Students are expected to show proper respect at all times for God, for their teachers, and for the rights of others. Students are expected to conduct themselves in harmony with the standards and spirit of the school at all times.
Students are expected to respect school property and the personal property of others. Damages to school property will be charged to those responsible. The school is not responsible for personal property brought to or left on the school premises.
Public display of affection such as physical contact is inappropriate behavior.
Listening devices, electronic games and weapons of any kind, are not permitted on the school grounds, and will be confiscated with no assurance that they will be returned: , Insurance prohibits the use of skateboards, roller skates, and in-line skate. on campus.
Attendance at movie theaters, participation in certain forms of amusement not in harmony with a Christian lifestyle is discouraged, and should not be topics of conversation at school. Items such as notebooks, lunch boxes, clothing, etc. should not promote these activities.
No student may engage in the selling of any service or product as an individual, only as a member of the student body in an approved school project. DISCIPLINE POLICY
We here at Greeneville Adventist Academy hope that everyone will do what is correct and good all the time, but if that assumption fails to hold true, then G.A.A. may follow the these discipline policy guidelines.
Each time a student becomes a disciplinary problem at G.A.A., the following may happen.
Teacher of that particular student may talk with the child in private and seek a solution to the problem.
The parents and principal and teacher member may be contacted to try to work out a solution to the problem.
The Administrative council and teacher may meet allowing the student and/or parent to be heard. If the student wishes to remain enrolled in school, then he or she will be expected to follow the recommendations of the Administrative Council. The Administrative council may utilize any of the following corrective measures or suggest a specific redemptive course of action. In each case, a period of probation may be implemented. If a student must appear before Administrative Council during a probation period for any reason, they may be referred to the final process mentioned below.
A one-day in-school suspension, and he/she will be obligated to make sure all of his/her assignments are done for the next day.
A one-day out-of-school suspension and sent home. The parents will be responsible for the welfare of their child and make sure that all assignments are completed before he/she comes back to the classroom.
A three day out-of-school suspension. While that student is away from school, he/she will be responsible for all assignments that were given at school. The child will be under the parent’s supervision for these three days.
To avoid expulsion, the student and the parents may meet with the teacher and the School Board and show the Board how the problem will be solved. At this time the Board will entertain a motion to either accept the parent’s solution or ask that the child be withdrawn from G.A.A. If there is no satisfactory solution offered by the parents, and the child is not withdrawn, then the School Board may expel the child from G.A.A.
The following five areas with subheadings state some of the things that we are trying to encourage the students to avoid. o Language: -Profanity (using God’s name in vain) o -Swearing (using "four" letter words, being vulgar and/or obscene) o -Name calling (calling someone stupid, dumb, shrimp, etc.) o -Sexually explicit types of words o -Slang (things that refer to God, Jesus, or the Holy Spirit) o Cheating/Lying: -Copying off of someone’s paper or test o -Turning in someone else’s homework and calling it yours o -Telling lies o -Telling "half truths" o -Checking a friend’s paper and not marking the errors thus giving him/her a better score than he/she deserves. o -Looking at the teacher’s edition without permission and getting answers. o Physical violence: -Any physical contact between two or more students in a hostile or angry manner will not be sccepted or allowed, o -If there is any destruction of school property by a student or students that property must be fixed or replaced.
Direct disobedience: When a faculty/staff member asks a student to do something within reason
Disrespect -G.A.A. wants every student to show respect to each other and the faculty/staff. If a child shows blatant disrespect
All rules in the current handbook, as well as stated at school, will be enforced according to this policy.
This information will be given out during a school assembly so that everyone can hear and have a chance to ask questions. After the assembly is finished, this policy will take effect.
SUSPENSION: A temporary removal of a student from his/her regular classroom.
EXPULSION: A permanent dismissal from school. The parents may petition the School Board to re-enroll their child.
, and that student does not do it in the time frame given, this type of conduct is not acceptable. .appear before the Administrative Council. DISCIPLINARY MEASURES WHICH MAY BE TAKEN o o Counseling (minor infractions) o Service Projects o Sent to Principal’s Office o Note and phone call to parents (copy of note to be filed in the school office) o Suspension (major infractions in or out of school) o Dismissal (by action of the School Board only) At any level a fine may be imposed as punishment and/or replacement of some property. Meeting with the administrative council
Parents and students have the right to appear before the School Board to appeal disciplinary actions.
All policies or regulations announced during the school year have the same authority as those published in this bulletin.
WEAPONS POLICY
It is an offense to have in your possession, or use a dangerous instrument or weapon on school property, en route to or from school or at any school function or activity or on or off campus. The weapon will be confiscated and further actions may include:
o o Notification of authorities o Notification of parents o Suspension o Possible dismissal from G.A.A. Greeneville Adventist Academy encourages respect for the individual. Words, looks or actions that devalue another person are detrimental to achieving the mission of the school. Sexual Harassment
No individual should ever be placed in a position of embarrassment, harassed because of gender, or subjected to sexually harassing behavior. Sexual harassment of any student by another student or any employee, or other person under the supervision of Greeneville Adventist Academy is unlawful and is prohibited. Sexual harassment involves such conduct that has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s work or academic performance or creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment. Improper conduct includes, but is not limited to:
Unwelcome or offensive sex oriented comments (e.g. kidding, teasing, joking, degrading or offensive sexual comments), requests or pressure for sexual activity, unnecessary or inappropriate touching of a sexual or abusive nature (e.g. patting, pinching, repeated brushing against another person’s body...), displays of sexually suggestive pictures, drawings, or objects; suggestions, threats, or demands for sexual favors; or making submission to sexual conduct a condition of academic status, progress, services, benefits, honors, or activities.
Complaints of Harassment or Offensive Conduct
Those who believe that they have been harassed should immediately take the following steps: C Make it clear that such conduct is offensive and should be stopped immediately. C Report the incident to a teacher or the principal as soon as possible. C Keep the complaint in confidence except for correction and prevention.
Administration will review the results of the investigation with the victim and offender separately and explain the corrective action that has been taken. The investigation and response should be age appropriate. The victim will be encouraged to report any further events. The administration will prepare the investigation report to document the incident, conclusions and appropriate disciplinary actions, if any. Greeneville Adventist Academy will not tolerate retaliation against those reporting harassment or offensive conduct. Anyone who believes they have been subjected to retaliation should report the incident to the administration (principal or Georgia-Cumberland Conference Education Superintendent). All complaints of harassment will be taken seriously and investigated promptly. If necessary, immediate actions shall be taken to protect the safety of students. Instances of child abuse shall be reported to the proper authorities in accordance with state laws.
STUDENT ASSISTANCE AND INTERVENTION PROGRAM
GAA addresses influences that are detrimental to the success and health of its students. The home, community and the school can be very effective in a cooperative effort when facing problems involving the use and abuse of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs (ATOD). The purpose of the intervention policy is to assist students, faculty and parents in working toward the creation of a safe, positive drug free environment. In order to provide maximum learning opportunities, the school will offer drug prevention education, referral to professional assistance and support to students who are experiencing ATOD related problems.
Policy Statement
No student shall possess, use, consume, sell or give away any tobacco, alcohol or other illegal drugs (including those represented to be such), in any form or in any amount. When a student is known to use, consume, sell or give away any ATOD and/or exhibits behavior that increases concern for his/her welfare, he/she may be referred for a professional evaluation. If, in the judgement of the administration or school board it is in the best interest for a student to receive an evaluation, the following expectations will apply:
Procedures
Any student found using, in possession of, or under the influence of ATOD will be subject to the following:
Exceptional Circumstances
The following student conduct shall constitute immediate suspension or dismissal regardless of time or location:
C The parent will be contacted. C The student, with parental participation, will follow through with the evaluation. C The student will follow through with the recommendations detailed in the evaluation report. C Confidentiality will be observed on a need to know basis. C Failure to follow through with the evaluation may result in dismissal. C
Failure to follow through the evaluation recommendation(s) may result in dismissal. C Administration will evaluate the appropriate intervention for the student. C A parent will be contacted by the school. C Law enforcement will be notified if required by law. C If a student is asked to have an evaluation, a Release of Information shall be signed by the student and parent with a follow up report forwarded to the administration. It is essential that the school be provided with necessary information so that appropriate assistance can be given to the student. C Fees for any assessment, evaluation and/or treatment are the responsibility of the student and parents. C The recommendation(s) detailed in the evaluation report will be supported by the school and followed by the student. C Engaging in selling or distributing ATOD or inhalants. C
Promoting the use, sale or disbursement of ATOD or inhalants. CONFIDENTIALITY Greeneville Adventist Academy administration, staff, students, parents and board members wish to provide an opportunity for individuals to seek assistance in a safe, non-threatening and confidential setting. However, under certain circumstances, the school is required by law to report information without consent. They are: C When a student is engaged in or threatens to engage in an activity that may maim or kill. (Including themselves). C When a student is engaged in or threatens to engage in a criminal act. C When there is reasonable suspicion of child abuse.
Drug Testing
GUIDELINES FOR HANDLING PARENTAL CONCERNS
Meet the teacher alone or as a family before discussing the problem with any other individual.
Take the unresolved complaints to Greeneville Adventist Academy Principal requesting assistance in resolving the problem by meeting with the teacher. Assurance must be given that step one has been followed.
Unresolved complaints will then be referred to the G.A.A School Board by the Principal or Board Chairperson.
If necessary, the Board Chairperson will refer the complaint to the Georgia-Cumberland Conference Superintendent of Education for assistance in determining a course of action.
Final appeal will be made to the G.A.A. School Board
PARENT/PRINCIPAL COMPLAINT PROCEDURE
NOTE: All meetings must be by appointment and timely for all. Parents or G.A.A. board members who do not follow the correct course of action may have their due process voided or jeopardize their student’s enrollment.
Meet with the principal alone or as a family before discussing the problem with any other individual. Take the unresolved complaint to the G.A.A. School Board Chairperson requesting assistance in resolving the problem by meeting with the principal. Assurance must be given that step one has been followed.
The Board Chairperson or the Pastor of the concerned parent or person will then mediate by meeting with the parties involved.
Pre-K/K UNIT
Any child entering Greeneville Adventist Academy Primary Unit must be at least 4 years old by August 15 of that school year.
The PeK/K Unit is designed to meet the children’s needs at their developmental level. It takes into consideration that children develop readiness for physical, social and academic skills at different ages. We consider the physical and the social as equally important as the academic. In this Unit some children will be developmentally ready to move on to third grade in three years; whereas some children may require four. The children will be evaluated on their physical, social and academic skills to determine placement in the first grade. ALTERNATION SCHEDULE
In August of 1997, Greeneville Adventist Academy went to an alternation schedule for grades nine and ten. This means that all students in grades nine and ten will take the same subjects for that particular year. The following year all students in grades nine and ten will take the alternate subjects. The grade nine subjects will be taught on the odd years (when the school year ends in an odd number) and the grade ten subjects will be taught on the even years.
CHILD ABUSE
Child abuse is a criminal offense and will be dealt with as such. If any child is suspected of being abused, it is the teacher’s/principal’s obligation to report his/her suspicion to the local Child Protection Services Division.
CLASS TRIPS
Each year the 8th grade class and their teacher with consultation with parents may select a location for an educational class trip.
Starting in 1997, the 9th and 10th grade class and their teacher have taken an educational class trip every second year. These class trips may occur on odd years. (That is when the school year ends in an odd number.)
TRANSCRIPTS
Requests for transcripts should be sent to the school’s office at least ten days before they are needed. If an account is past due, allow time for personal checks to clear before a transcript will be issued. Transcripts are the property of the school and will not be released until all obligations have been met (see " Contractual Agreement").
HOME SCHOOL TRANSFERS
G.A.A. accepts students transferring from State registered and approved home school programs. Placement tests will be given and academic credit may be considered upon proof of equal instruction. Grades from home schools may be recorded as passing.
BAD WEATHER DAYS
In case of bad weather, it may be necessary to close school. Teachers will notify parents of school closing by 6:30 a.m. Notification will also be put on AM 1340 WGRV , Channel 5 WCYB and Channel 11 WJHL-TV. If you do not receive a phone call by 6:30 a.m., please pay attention to one of the above media stations.
HOME AND SCHOOL ASSOCIATION
All families are asked to support the scheduled Home and School meetings. The Home and School Association provides opportunities for parents and teachers to work together for enrichment of the educational program.
ACADEMIC GUIDELINES FOR SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
At Greeneville Adventist Academy our education takes on many different forms - use of textbooks, videos, field trips, music, to mention a few. We are pleased to have all of our students and we try to give them a balanced education
To accentuate and reward student’s work, field trips are taken, and each student in that class has the privilege of going on the field trip.
Any student who joins Greeneville Adventist Academy as a full-time student may participate in all of our activities. At this time, the staff and School Board are setting these guidelines.
Field trip sponsors are identified by invitation.
Any parent who wishes for their child/children to not go on a field trip will be responsible for making certain that their child/children complete all alternate assignments.
All female students participating in swimming during a field trip must wear a one-piece modest swimsuit. Male students must wear a modest swimsuit/shorts.
SCHOOL HOURS
School hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Children are not to be on the school grounds earlier than 30 minutes before school starts, nor longer than 30 minutes after school is dismissed unless they have a work assignment. Students who walk home, to the hospital, or elsewhere to wait for their rides must leave the grounds immediately. Playing and/or loitering on the school grounds after school is not permitted. The playground is closed on a daily basis from 3:00 p.m. to
4:00 p.m. SCHOOL TELEPHONE
The school telephone is used for school business and may not be used by the students except in emergencies and with permission from the office. Parents and others finding it necessary to call the school for either the child or the teacher should try to do so before or after school. Neither students nor teachers will be called from classes except in emergencies. Arrangements for rides or after school activities should be cared for outside school hours.
SCHOOL LUNCHES
Because there is a direct relationship between nutrition, the proper functioning of the body, and school performance, we recommend a wholesome , well-rounded diet. Students should eat a well balanced breakfast, and be provided with a healthful lunch consistent with Seventh-day Adventist health standards. The school recommends a vegetarian diet. No caffeinated drinks or pork/pork products are to be brought to the school. Those unfamiliar with food options are invited to call the school for recipes and cooking school.
Ninth and tenth grade students wishing to leave the school for lunch must have written permission from parents and will be allowed 15 minutes to purchase a carry out meal and arrive back in class. Privileges to leave school at noon time will be suspended if behavior requires it. The only location that a student will be allowed to travel to on foot is to the Takoma Adventist Hospital Cafeteria. This will be for a meal only and subject to immediate discipline if a complaint is made by the hospital.
DISPENSING MEDICATION
The faculty and staff of Greeneville Adventist Academy do not dispense any medications (prescription, aspirin, Tylenol, etc.) to any student.
STUDENT WORKERS
Greeneville Adventist Academy believes in helping students learn to be responsible for their academics and their school. G.A.A. has incorporated into its program the concept that each student in grades seven through ten may take charge of a small part of G.A.A. and provide maintenance to that area. Each student
may spend a few minutes a day and work at a certain job, this work will take place after 3:00 p.m.. By doing this the students will take pride in how their school looks, and G.A.A. will be a better place for it. STUDENT VEHICLES AT G.A.A.
When a student drives a vehicle to Greeneville Adventist Academy they are to park the vehicle on school property when they arrive, and not to go back to it until school is dismissed. When school is dismissed, the driver and any passengers must leave the school grounds in a timely manner as to prevent congregating at the vehicle. The vehicle must remain locked at all times so that nothing can enter or leave the vehicle. The driver of the vehicle is not allowed to let anyone ride with him/her unless the principal has permission letters written by the parents of the children involved.
VISITING THE SCHOOL
Parents are invited to visit the school. Please arrange with the principal and the teacher at least one day in advance of your visit. Remember that during school hours the teacher’s responsibility is to teach the children. It should also be noted that students find visitors to be a distraction to the customary routine.
Parents bringing items such as books, lunches, musical instruments, etc. should leave these at the office to be delivered to the student at class break time in order to avoid disrupting classes. Please do not disturb classes or music lessons; the teachers will be glad to talk with you at another time by appointment. The principal also teaches, but will be happy to return your call. Most of the time the secretary will be available to take messages. CHAPERONES’ GUIDE
Chaperones play an important part in our field trips. You help ensures an enjoyable and safe visit for our students. The following guidelines will assist you during your visit.
Thank you for volunteering your time to assist with our students’ field trips.
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Dress comfortably according to our dress policy as it appears in our handbook and be prepared for changing weather. Comfortable appropriate walking shoes are a must. If you need a handbook, they are available in the office. C
Chaperones must stay with their groups as they are an active participant in the field trip. Students will look to you for questions and support. C
Parents and guardians are welcomed as chaperones. Bringing non-school age children is discouraged. The time and attention required to attend to these children takes away from the students’ experiences. If pre-school attendance is unavoidable, you will be responsible for the admission fee, if there is one. C
Encourage students to be respectful to the persons presenting the field trip experience as well as to the other students and chaperoning adults. If there are other persons in the place being visited, respect should be shown to them as well. Please prevent students from touching exhibits or bringing food or drink, including candy and gum into the building, except when appropriate for lunch. We must remember that we are not only a school representative but also a Christian example. C
Make an extra effort to keep you group together. Students must follow the presenter’s guidance to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip. YEARLY ASBESTOS NOTIFICATION
Greeneville Adventist Academy has no asbestos in the school building, or anywhere on campus.
GEORGIA-CUMBERLAND CONFERENCE OF SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTISTS P O Box 12000 Calhoun, GA 30703 Phone: 706–639-7951 Toll Free: 800-567-1844 Fax number: 706-625-3684
Greeneville Adventist Academy
FACULTY AND STAFF
Mr. Keith Nelson Principal 638-3968 Ms. Kathy Seeley Grades 1 and 2 638-8307 Mrs. Kristine Greene Grades 3 and 4 257-4618 Mr. James Kennedy Grades 5 and 6 638-2298 Mrs. Monique Caskey Grades 7 and 8 638-? Mr. Homer Ramsay Grades 9 and 10 636-8944 All teachers have completed a minimum of a B.S. degree and are currently certified for their areas through the Southern Union Conference of SDA., and/or the State of Tennessee. P O Box 3204 Collegedale, TN 37315 Phone: 423-396-2814 Toll Free: 800-765-6955, 800-866-4307 Fax Number: 423-396-3611
COHUTTA SPRING ADVENTIST CENTER 1175 Cohutta Springs Road Crandall, GA 30711 Phone: 706-695-9093 Fax Number: 706-695-2399 Information/Group Reservations: 800-940-6789
GENERAL CONFERENCE OF SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTISTS 12501 Old Columbia Pike Silver Spring, MD 20904-6600 Phone: 301-680-6000 Fax: 301-680-6090 *Instrumental Ensemble is not a class, rather it is more of a club optional to some students
Substitute Teachers
Mrs. Ollie Mae Giles 639-1076 Mrs. Sherry Luttrell 423-272-5596 Mrs. Cheryl Mathews 638-8907 Mrs. Barbara Myers 638-3016 Mrs. Andrea Nelson 638-3968 Mrs. Vadis Sagadraca 639-1042 Mrs. Coleen Stanley 639-7503 Mrs. Astrid Walton 638-8911 Volunteer Staff Mr. Bill Waller 798-0729 School Board Members Dr. John Shaw, Chairman 639-1273 Mr. Keith Nelson, Secretary 638-3968 Mr. Blin Richards, Treasurer 787-7488 Mrs. Susan Svendsen - H & S Leader- 638-1167 Pastor Steve Poenitz 636-1053 Mr. John Grose 638-5029 Mrs. Bonnie Meyer 753-3586 Dr. Fred Myers 638-3016
CONFERENCE INSTITUTIONS
Mrs. Annette Bach 638-8734
ADVENTIST BOOK CENTER These guidelines are based on counsel given Christian believers in Matthew 18. It is the conviction of Georgia-Cumberland Conference that a strict adherence to these Biblical principles will advance the general goodwill and safeguard relationships in our schools, church, and community. The numbering of items listed represents progressive steps leading up to resolution.: G.A.A. reserves the right to ask any student who is suspected of drug or alcohol use to submit to a blood, urine, or other test appropriate to the substance suspected. Specimens for such tests will be collected by professionals trained in appropriate procedures. Testing will be through a certified lab only. The cost of such testing will be borne by G.A.A. if the test is negative. If the test is positive, the parent is responsible for expenses incurred in collecting and testing.
Hazing/Initiation
Students have the right to feel safe from demeaning and degrading treatment which is or is deemed to be hazing or initiation. Involvement in any such conduct is unacceptable and will be subject to the GAA Discipline Policy.
General Harassment
Harassment, intimidating or offensive conduct will be subject to discipline up to and including suspension or expulsion. Harassing, intimidating or offensive conduct includes, but is not limited to: jokes, gestures, demeaning comments, name calling, drawings, pictures, writings or offensive conduct. Students who have experienced harassment should tell the offender if possible and report the incident to a teacher or principal as soon as possible. The incident(s) will be investigated and the administration will review the results of the investigation with the victim and offender separately and explain the corrective action that has been taken and will encourage the victim to report any further events. Greeneville Adventist Academy prohibits retaliation against those reporting incidents of harassment.
Examples of weapons include, but are not limited to: handguns, rifles, bows, sling shots, throwing weaponry, and knives of any kind or size..
GAA Harassment Policy
HOMEWORK
Each year that goes by, your student(s) will be given greater assignments to complete each day. While a teacher may not say, "this is your homework assignment", the teacher will say, "have this ready by class time tomorrow." Some students may plan and complete all assignments at school or in study hall. And some will need to take all of that days assignments home because they have not completed any lessons at school that day.
MUSIC
Music is an integral part of Greeneville Adventist Academy’s program. For this reason, all students K-10 will be enrolled in the music program. Attendance is expected by all K-10 students at public performances. Performance dates will be given well in advance. All students will need a dressy black and white outfit for performances. See the music director for details.
Primary Unit students are required to participate in classroom music, hand chimes and the Cherub Choir.
Third through sixth students are required to participate in Middle Grades Choir and classroom music.
Seventh and Eighth students are required to participate in Senior Choir and classroom instruction.
Ninth and Tenth students are required to participate in Senior Choir.
Handbell Choir is an elective and by audition. Private music lessons are elective and taught during school hours with the classroom teacher’s permission. Contact the private teacher for arrangements.
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