High School (continued)
SOCIAL LIFE
The cultivation of Christ-centered social relationships is vital for young ladies and men who are preparing for leadership in Christian service. Young people should seek to be Christlike in all their relationships. This involves friendliness, courtesy, respect, unselfishness, consideration, and cooperation. The Bible teaches us that divine love "does not behave itself unseemly," or in other words, love is not rude and ill-mannered (I Corinthians 13:5). To abide by the standards of proper etiquette is to express love and consideration for other people. Therefore, the student should be acquainted with the rules of basic etiquette and follow them in all relationships both on and off campus. Students are expected to speak to and about faculty and staff members with respect and courtesy, using titles such as "Mr.," "Mrs.," and "Miss."
It is important that students conduct themselves in such a manner as not to bring reproach upon Christ, the Academy, or their own character. In order to do this, students must discipline their thinking, speaking, and actions in such a manner as to make the Academy and themselves a testimony of high principles.
While it is natural for some close friendships to develop on campus, students are urged to be friendly to all, develop a wide circle of friends, and become genuinely concerned for the interests of others. Hobe Sound Christian Academy seeks to provide a variety of wholesome social activities through which students may find enjoyable fellowship and develop Christian character.
CLASSROOM CONDUCT
An alert, respectful, cooperative, and studious attitude is to be maintained in the classroom at all times. Any conduct or attitude which is detrimental to the proper function of the educational process in the classroom will be treated as a disciplinary offense. The following actions and those of like nature would be thus classified:
- Disrespect, insolence, talking out without permission when the teacher is speaking, interrupting class discussion, talking during study time, writing and passing notes, throwing objects indoors, playing with irrelevant objects, doing homework for another class, being unprepared for work, gum chewing, horseplay at breaks, meddling with other people's property without permission, whistling, reading library books, and writing letters.
- It is expected that there will be no yelling between rooms, across the street, or out the windows.
- Locker doors are to be closed quietly.
- No one is to go to the locker after the beginning bell has rung for any class.
CHAPEL
Chapel is held on Friday morning from 8:35 to 9:25. Reverence and personal participation are expected of everyone. Books, other than the Bible, are not to be brought to chapel.
A seating arrangement will be posted and students are expected to be in their assigned seat for the chapel period.
DETENTION
Students who have an unexcused uniform infraction and/or a disciplinary action are required to serve detention. Announcement will he made by the office who is to serve detention and where the detention is to be served. Students who cannot serve detention when assigned because of outside work conflicts may pay $10.00 per detention in lieu of serving the detention.
LUNCH PROGRAM
One half hour is allowed for lunch. The student may eat in the cafeteria, bring lunch, go home for lunch, or purchase something from the snack shop.
If a student goes home for lunch, the office must have on file a Lunch Permission Form signed by the parent.
Students are not allowed to go to another student's home for lunch without written permission from both students' parents.
Students do not leave campus for any reason during the lunch period without a note from home and permission from the office. To do so would result in five demerits.
Misconduct or "horseplay" is not permitted in the cafeteria or snack shop. Students are to enter and leave in an orderly manner.
Students are not to be in the classrooms during the lunch break unless it is raining.
LOCKER REGULATIONS
Each student will be assigned locker space. Lockers are to be kept clean at all times and are subject to periodic unannounced inspection. Locks may be issued by the school and in order to avoid problems and ensure privacy, combinations should not be shared. Lockers should be kept locked at all times. No student is to open, remove from or put anything into another student's locker. A $2.00 fee will be collected from each student who uses a school-issued lock. One dollar ($1.00) will be refunded if the locker is kept neat and if the lock is returned in good condition.
The school is not responsible for lost or stolen articles.
School lockers are subject to search. If any articles that are prohibited (see p. 11) are found, they will be seized by the school officials.
CLASS TRIPS
The senior class trip is not only a time of long-awaited enjoyment, but also a time to learn and to be of service to the Lord in some capacity. This demands sensitivity to others and a great deal of maturity.
All social rules and dress and conduct standards of the school are in effect for all trips.
No one is permitted to go on any school sponsored trip without written permission from home. It is the student's responsibility to secure this permission.
Those not going on the senior class trip must report to school at regular time and do independent study for the same number of periods usually spent in school.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT
The Student Government's purpose is to provide a liaison between students and administration. One person from each class is elected by the class to be a Student Government representative. Officers of the Student Government will be elected by the student body. A 3.0 GPA is required for officers and a 2.5 GPA for Student Government representative.
CLASS OFFICERS
Election of class officers will take place at the first class meeting. Qualifications for those holding office are:
- Actively seeking to walk with God.
- Able to carry responsibility.
- Dependable and having leadership qualities.
- Willing to work.
- Grades which show dedication to study.
- A record free of disciplinary problems.
- Having completed one year at HSCA.
Class officers may succeed themselves.
PARTIES
Class parties must be approved by the principal before they are held. These may be at an approved off-campus location. No birthday, impromptu, award, or other unapproved parties will be held during the school day. No food or drinks are allowed in the rooms at any time.
DUES
Class dues are $ 10 per semester, per student and are included in the fees on the school bill.
PROJECTS
All projects for fund raising are cleared through the office.
FIRE DRILLS
Several practice drills will be held each year. When the signal is given students should:
- Stop talking and stop working.
- Exit quickly and orderly in single file according to plan.
- Wait outside in designated area for "clear" signal.
- File quietly back to class.
STUDENTS IN OFFICE AREA
Students should be in the office area only when on school business or for counseling. Refrain from loud talking in this area.
EMPLOYMENT
Many students work after school and on the weekends. High School dorm students are not permitted to baby sit except in situations approved by the appropriate dean.
Academy students are not to work in places where the school dress code would have to be violated, or in places where our students would not be permitted to go.
USE OF AUTOMOBILES
Out-of-dorm students are requested not to drive to school unless necessary. Those who do drive must park in the lot by the tabernacle upon arrival and leave the car there throughout the day.
CAMP MEETING REGULATIONS
Camp meeting is a very important part of the school year. It is not a vacation time. Friendliness to guests and helpfulness is part of the student's responsibility. Remember to be conscious of others and to be very kind and helpful.
Work:
- High school students will participate in a work program during school hours on Wednesday preceding and Monday after camp.
- Checks will be made on work before and after camp.
- A fine of $20.00 will be assessed to those who fail to complete work or fail to attend these days.