Elementary (continued)
TEXTBOOKS AND SUPPLIES
Textbooks and workbooks are supplied by the school. Other materials must be furnished by the student. See the list which follows.
Books must never be left outdoors. They must not be written in or defaced.
In case of loss of textbooks or workbooks, students will be billed for the total price of replacement. Damaged books will be assessed accordingly.
Supplies Needed For:
- Kindergarten
- First Grade
- Second Grade
- Third Grade
- Fourth Grade
- Fifth Grade
- Sixth Grade
- Seventh Grade
- Eighth Grade
BIBLE CURRICULUM
Bible study is recognized in Hobe Sound Christian Academy as a fundamental requirement for all students. It augments the subjects of English, history, social studies, science, and health. Without Bible study, a student can hardly be called educated in the true sense of the word. The Bible says, "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom." The Bible offers the best guide for this life and the only hope for the life to come. There is no book that can enrich and influence the minds and hearts of children like the Bible.
Because of this standard, all students are taught a planned program of Bible study each day and attend a chapel program on Friday to hear a message from the Word of God. Bible study and Bible memory work are required of each child.
HOMEWORK
We believe that homework is an integral part of the school program, and each teacher is at liberty to give homework to aid students to advance in their studies.
Homework is given for several purposes: to complete unfinished classwork, for drill, for practice, for remedial purposes, and for special projects such as book reports, compositions, and special research assignments.
While parents may assist by seeing that the work is done and by explaining work when necessary, the work must be done by the student, and he must take the responsibility for it. The parents are invited to discuss this phase of cooperation with the teacher. The parents also should insist that their child bring home papers, tests, and projects for them to see.
All work must be done on time. When a student persistently neglects to do classwork or homework, he may be required to stay after school. Parents of commuting students will be advised of this and transportation will be their responsibility. Here are some ways you can help your child with his (her) studies.
- See that the student has an organized and complete way of recording assignments. A special assignment pad or a section of regular notebook arc two good methods.
- Be sure the student is provided with a quiet, well lit study area.
- Keep distraction of any sort to a minimum. Phone calls should be limited and minimized.
- Parents should check periodically to make certain the work is being done. Showing this interest can be a help and encouragement in itself.
- Be sure all necessary tools and materials for work are available.
Grades
Grades are computed on the following scale:
A+
98-100
A
97-95
A-
94-90
B+
89-86
B
85-83
B-
82-80
C+
79-76
C
75-73
C-
72-70
D+
69-66
D
65-63
D-
62-60
F
Below 60
Honors for Academic Achievement
Elementary and Junior High Honor Roll
Each grading period an honor roll will be posted with the names of those students who have all A's and B's in the academic subjects.
Elementary and Junior High Principal's List
For those students who have all A's in academic subjects, a principal's list will be posted each grading period.
Scholarship Award
A tuition scholarship of $250 is given to the eighth-grade student who has the highest academic standing. A tuition scholarship of $125 is given to the eighth-grade student with the second highest academic standing. To be eligible, the student must attend HSCA during the seventh and eighth grades. Any faculty and staff children would be entitled to one-half the scholarship since their tuition is provided.
REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADE PROMOTION
In order to progress to the next grade level, the student is expected to do at least passing work (D) in all subjects and to be recommended by the teacher. If subjects are failed and the teacher thinks the student can go on to the next grade, the school will consult with the parents about makeup work or tutorial help.
LUNCH GUIDELINES
Students living near enough may go home for lunch. They must return by the time designated by their teacher. If they are tardy three times, it will be necessary to bring their lunch or buy it in the lunch cafeteria. No student may go home with another without permission from the parents of both students.
Students may bring their lunch. Those bringing lunch will eat in the cafeteria with the other children.
Students may purchase a hot lunch. Credit for lunch will be given if the child is absent. Refunds or credit will not be made because a child does not like what is being served.
Lunch money is collected on Monday of each week. Please send the correct amount for the entire week. Do not expect the teacher to collect money each day. See financial page for cost of lunches. If money for all children in a family is brought by one child, please bring the money to the office, who will inform the teachers.
In grades 1 through 6, there will be no talking in the lines to or from lunch, except for common courtesy.
We will seek to uphold and teach proper manners during the lunch hour. Please cooperate at home in this important training.
A short break is scheduled each morning. A light snack may be brought or snacks may be purchased in the office for this break.