student Handbook

Remnant Preparatory School

Education for A Life of Eternity!

Phone: 1-800-811-3043; 847-241-8345
Fax: 1-800-811-8067; 847-478-3049

Email to: [email protected]
Admissions: [email protected]
P.O. Box 160848; Altamonte Springs; FL 32716-0848

of Eternity!

STUDENT HANDBOOK
AY 2017-2018 Edition

The quotations used in this student handbook were written by Ellen G. White, the pioneer proponent of Christian
education for the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Students, parents, and Academy staff would do well to commit
to memory and review them often, because they support the standards of this school and help to maintain a
sharp focus on our objectives.

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Introduction Mission:

Welcome to Remnant Preparatory School! Thank Spread the gospel of Jesus Christ. Implement the
you for choosing this school and we hope each True Education Blueprint as outlined in the Bible
student will experience the True Education outlined and Spirit of Prophecy to prepare students to stand
in the Bible and Spirit of Prophecy that will fit true today and for a life of eternity. Students will
him/her for the joy of service in this world, and for always manifest a Christ-like service-oriented
the higher joy of wider service in the world to character through evangelism, health reform (diet,
come. dress, natural remedies), agriculture, media, and
other ministries.
Remnant Preparatory is founded on the principle
that education includes not only mental growth, Philosophy:
but spiritual, social and physical growth. It is our Remnant Preparatory School philosophy of
goal to prepare students to be good citizens of their education is Christ-centered. We believe that, under
Community, State, Country, and most of all God’s the guidance of the Holy Spirit, God’s character and
Kingdom. purposes can be understood as revealed in the Bible,
in Jesus Christ, and in nature. The distinctive
Remnant Preparatory School is part of Saved to characteristics of Adventist education-derived from
Serve educational ministry. The purpose of the the Bible and the writings of Ellen G. White - pointing
school is to lead young people to Christ, prepare to the redemptive aim of true education: to restore
them for a life of missionary service, encourage human beings into the image of their Maker.
them to take their places as fearless proponents of
the truth through a careful blend of Spiritual, Remnant Preparatory School believes that God is
Mental, Physical and Social education from infinitely loving, all-knowing, and powerful. He
Kindergarten to grade 12. The high school relates to human beings on a personal level,
curriculum will prepare graduates for advanced presenting His character as the ultimate norm for
training in evangelism or a post-secondary human conduct and His grace as the means of
educational program essential to mission work. restoration.

In the following pages, you will find information We recognize, however, that human motives,
concerning school policies and regulations. thinking, and behavior have fallen short of God’s
ideal. Education in its broadest sense is a means of
Vision Statement: restoring human beings to their original relationship
As a Bible-based, Self-Supported Seventh-day with God. Working together, homes, schools, and
Adventist school, Remnant Preparatory School aims churches cooperate with divine agencies in
to integrate Godly principles and academic preparing learners for responsible citizenship in this
excellence, with loving guidance, to prepare world and in the world to come.
students for a life of service in their local and global Remnant Preparatory School education imparts
communities, and eternal life with Jesus. more than academic knowledge. It fosters a
balanced development of the whole person—
spiritually, intellectually, physically, and socially. Its
time dimensions span eternity. It seeks to develop a
life of faith in God and respect for the dignity of all
human beings; to build character akin to that of the
Creator; to nurture thinkers rather than mere
reflectors of others’ thoughts; to promote loving
service rather than selfish ambition; to ensure
maximum development of each individual’s

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potential; and to embrace all that is true, good, and 6. Emphasize the value and dignity of labor and
beautiful. development of character in discharging the
responsibility of life.
Objectives:
7. Promote recreational activities which will
In harmony with the True Education principles increase bodily vigor, elevate the mind and
outlined in the Bible and Spirit of Prophecy, enrich the soul.
Remnant Preparatory School aims to achieve the
following objectives: 8. Awaken the thought and motivate interest as a
1. Spread the gospel of Jesus Christ. prerequisite of learning, and to emphasize the
2. Manifest a Christ-like service-oriented character idea that every capability of body and spirit
should be exercised in the pursuit of knowledge
through evangelism, health reform (diet, dress, essential to developing the character of Christ.
& health), agriculture, media, and other
ministries essential to true education. 9. Encourage the student to participate in outreach
3. Develop an inward fortitude against evil and a programs to serve the physical and spiritual
personal responsibility in the application of needs of their surrounding communities.
social, moral, and physical laws that govern
individual conduct. 10. Promote the vocational potential of each
4. Develop skills and knowledge that will enable discipline represented within the curriculum.
the individual to establish and maintain a
Christian home. 11. Endeavor, through a strong spiritual emphasis,
5. Promote, as citizen’s first duty, obedience to to prepare the student to become a better
established laws when such laws do not conflict citizen of the nation, of the world at large and of
with God’s Expressed Will. the Kingdom of God.

12. Foster relevance and responsiveness of study
programs and research capabilities for the
improvement of the quality of life.

What Makes Remnant Preparatory School A prayer assembly is held every 1st Wednesday of
Unique? the month during 1st period. All students,
parents/guardians, and other family members are
Remnant Preparatory School has one primary objective: welcome to attend. The access point is the school
Spread the gospel of Jesus Christ. Implement the website as it does not require class ID# to enter;
principles of true education as outline in the Bible and just click “Join Class.”
Spirit of Prophecy to prepare students to stand true
today and for a life of eternity by a joint initiative to It’s all about striving to live like Jesus! That’s our
academic excellence with emphasis on spiritual values focus and the source of our strength here at
and a higher sense of mission. The motto of the school, Remnant Preparatory School. We desire to grow
“Education for a Life of Eternity!” exemplifies the closer and closer to Him every day through PBS
School beliefs and faith to act its part in God’s ongoing (Prayer, Bible Study, and Service).
plan to restore man to His image and living a life for the
world to come. Prayer

Spiritual Development: “Prayer is the opening of the heart to God as to a
friend. Not that it is necessary in order to make
"While a part of each day is devoted to mental known to God what we are, but in order to
improvement, le t a stated portion be given to physical enable us to receive Him. Prayer does not bring
labor, and a suitable time to devotional exercises and God do w n to us, but brings us up to Him.” SC
the study of the Scriptures." FE p. p.93

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You cannot have a healthy relationship without
communication and this is why we talk to God. The
faculty and students intentionally take time every
day to pray to our Creator and Best Friend.
Bible Study
“Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light
unto my path.” Ps 119:105
It is important to not just speak to God, but to
listen to Him as well. By reading God’s Word, we
hear what He wants to say to us. His Word is
powerful and changes us. This is why we set
aside time each day to do this as well. libero.

Service to Others
“If you will go to work as Christ designs that His
disciples shall, and win souls for Him, you will
feel the need of a deeper experience and a
greater knowledge in divine things, and will
hunger and thirst after righteousness. You will
plead with God, and your faith will be
strengthened, and your soul will drink deeper
drafts at the w ell of salvation.” SC p .81
We believe that the fruit of an authentic
relationship with Jesus is manifested in loving
service to others. Whether it is during class, in a
Bible study, or in meeting the local needs of our
community, Remnant Preparatory School is
constantly looking for opportunities to serve
others and show them the love of Jesus.

At Remnant Preparatory School, we are
intentional in preparing young people to live like
Enoch, stand like Daniel, and serve like Jesus.

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ACADEMIC INTEGRITY Academic Improvement

Students are held to the highest standard of Christian Students who have less than a 2.0 GPA or a "D" in a core
behavior, spirituality, and moral ethics. Honesty, class at the end of a term will be recommended for
integrity, personal neatness and tidiness, thoroughness tutoring in a special study “Breakout Session” during
in completing assignments, and punctuality will be seen class. The goal is to help and encourage the student to
in the life of the true Christian student. The Christian excel.
student will strive to reach moral excellence and will not
settle for a low standard. Academic Probation Restrictions
Restricted from attending all live-virtual
Students are expected to turn in original work that they classes.
have created themselves. Any form of plagiarism or
cheating on an assignment or exam will not be tolerated. Class Load
A student must be enrolled in a minimum of four classes
Remnant Preparatory School understands that people at all times (excluding voice, music, and Practical Life
learn in different ways and at different rates. Skills) and may enroll in a maximum of eight. Any
exception to this policy will need to be petitioned by the
Instruction student to the Academic Committee.
The instruction offered at Remnant Preparatory School
in the academic areas includes Bible/Prophecy, math, Grade Report
English, language arts, science, and social studies. Other
areas of study include: communication skills, computer The school year is divided into four quarterly periods of
science, health, physical education, and Practical Life nine weeks (approx.) At the end of each quarter the
Skills. Instruction is delivered through cooperation and student's grades are accessible to both the student and
integration of the subjects. Learning and assessing are his or her parents. Quarter reports are not official
differentiated to meet the students’ needs. Instruction grades, but simply an indication of the student's progress
is conducted in a live-virtual lecture, hands on, to date. The semester grades are final and will appear on
experiential learning, real-time collaboration, etc. the student's transcript. After the five-week point of each
quarter, parents of students with a "D" or an "F" in any
Home School Policy class are notified.
Remnant Preparatory School welcomes applications from
young people who have been home schooled. An Grading System
Achievement test may be administered for students
lacking official transcripts from recognized educational Grade GPA % Grade GPA %
programs. Home school classes and grades, when D 1.0 60-69
recognized and accepted for admission to Remnant A 4.0 90-100 F 0.0 59 below
Preparatory School, are credited towards a Remnant
Preparatory School diploma; however, the grades are not B 3.0 80-89
used in calculating the cumulative GPA.
C 2.0 70-79

Schoology & GradeLink
Grades are recorded and reported using our electronic
gradebooks GradeLink & Schoology. Parents may
contact the Registrar to obtain a login and password.
Currently, parents and students can use Schoology to
see the most up-to-date grades and lesson plans.

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Attendance Policy Core Requirements
All students are expected to be punctual and regular in Bible………………………………….…….…..1 unit
attendance. Medical appointments, emergencies,
sickness, and/or death in the family are considered (For every year at a church school)
legitimate excuses for absences. Written excuses from Computer Education……..….………….1 unit
a parent or guardian are required for all absences, and English……………………………...............4 units
will be kept on file until the end of the school year. If a Health/PE…………………….………………1 unit
student misses more than six weeks during the school Math…………………………..…...............4 units
year, he/she may be considered for retention. “Our
time belongs to God. Every moment is His, and we are (Pre-algebra or algebra ½ does not count)
under the most solemn obligation to improve it to His Music (voice)………….………...………..½ unit
Glory. Of no talent He has given will He require a more
strict account than our time.” COL, 342. Personal Finance………….….……………..½ unit
Science…………………………..…..…………..3 units
Incomplete Assignments
Students will have an opportunity to make up work (Must include Biology)
missed for excused absences. The student is responsible
to obtain make-up work from the teacher/Schoology. Social Studies……………..…………………..3 units
An Incomplete grade (I) will be given only in the case of (Must include U.S. History)
an extended excused absence (major illness or family
emergency). Incomplete grades incurred in any period *Elective Class/Lab…………..……………1 unit
must be removed before the end of the following four
and one-half week period. An incomplete incurred These additional classes must be included:
during the last period of the school year must be
removed within three weeks after the close of school. Agriculture………………………………..……1 unit
Any incomplete not removed in the time allowed will
become an "F". College Preparatory
All core requirements plus:
Late Work Policy Foreign Language……………….………....2 units
Late work is accepted as a result of excused absences. Algebra II……………………………………....1 unit
Work submitted due to excused absences will receive full Geometry……………………..……………....1 unit
credit. Other work submitted after the due date is Pre-Calculus………………..…………………1 unit
accepted at the discretion of the teacher. When Science ………………………….…………..…4 units
permitted, the teacher will determine the grade value to English …………………….……………………4 units
be allocated toward that assignment. Assignments
turned in two weeks after the due date may be accepted Transcripts
at the teacher’s discretion. If the teacher is unable to Remnant Preparatory School issues transcripts of
supply the student with a make-up assignment, the student's academic records when their account is
student will not be held responsible for that make-up paid in full and a written, signed request is received
assignment. from the student or the school the student wishes to
attend. Telephone requests are not honored.

Graduation Requirements
A 12th grade High School student must obtain at least 24
units, as listed in the Core Requirements, and maintain
a GPA of 2.0 to graduate.

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SCHOOL OPERATION eligible for admission, children must be physically,
mentally, emotionally, and socially mature to carry work
Remnant Preparatory School is an institution of higher at the prescribed level. A Copy of the child’s birth
learning governed by Saved to Serve Ministry, a Self- certificates is required upon registration.
Supported Seventh-day Adventist Church. It welcomes to
its family all individuals whose manner of acting, feeling Students enrolled in the School are classified by year level
and thinking are in harmony with the objectives, values, in the curriculum and according to the following levels:
and beliefs of the Bible and Spirit of Prophecy; regardless
of race, color, gender, and religious affiliation. Although Year Level
church membership is not a pre-requisite for admission, Kindergarten
applicants are expected to abide by the rules and Elementary (grades 1-4)
regulations of the school. Admission to the School is a Middle School (grades 5-8)
privilege and not a right. The school therefore reserves High School (grades 9-12)
the right to refuse admissions to applicants or to require
the withdrawal of students when it deems that their New Parent and Student Orientation:
presence among the student body is unfavorable to the Meet&Greet Your Teacher
objectives of the school or to the observance of the It is essential that all new parents and their students
regulations. attend this orientation. This meeting provides an
opportunity for the administration, staff, parents, and
Admission is based on a desire to learn, obtain a true students to get acquainted and review school policies
education through Bible and Spirit of Prophecy. and procedures. New students are strongly encouraged
Prospective students and parents are invited to visit the to attend this orientation with their parents as this is a
school website any time http://www.remnantprep.net/. wonderful opportunity to Meet&Greet their teacher(s).
Also, an appointment may be made to visit a class while
in session or for more inquiries concerning registration Open House: Live-Virtual
call the Registrar's office at (800)811-3043. Open House is held on a prearranged evening at the
beginning of the school year. This event is for new and
Notice of Nondiscriminatory Policy current parents to become acquainted with their child’s
Remnant Preparatory School admits students of any teacher and classroom environment. All parents and
race, color, nationality or ethnic origin to all the rights, students are encouraged to attend.
privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded
or made available to students at the school. It does not Parent/Teacher Conference
discriminate in any aspect in the administration of its Formal parent/teacher conferences are scheduled at the
educational policies, admission policies, scholarship, end of the first and third nine-week grading periods.
and other school-administered programs. Parents are invited to meet with the classroom teacher(s)
at both conferences.
School Entrance Age
In harmony with the instruction from the Spirit of Parent Requested Teacher Meetings
Prophecy, and supported by the findings of current School administration encourages parents to contact
educational research and practice, children should not their child’s teacher via Schoology mail to discuss any
be sent to school at too early an age. For this reason, concerns about their student. Please contact your child’s
our school policy is that students should be seven years teacher to arrange these meetings. In the interest of
old by August 1st to be considered for admission. To be collaboration, we ask, as far as possible, that parents

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meet with teachers first regarding any concerns before of every month (September to May) under Option #2
contacting administration. plan.
Tuition discounts for multiple students from the same
Student Grades for Parents/Guardians family:
A copy of the student’s grades will be provided to the • 10% discount for second, third, and forth child from
parents/guardians. When the custody of a child rests
with one parent, grades will be provided to the custodial the same family.
parent only, unless otherwise directed by the custodial • 15% for fifth and more children from the same family.
parent.
Notification restrictions imposed by the custodial parent The following charges apply for the 2017-
on the noncustodial parent should be 18 academic year:
registered with the school administration upon the
registration of the student. Such notification is the Tuition Charges
responsibility of the custodial parent. Tuition (monthly for 10 months) …………… Varies

Grades Tuition rates varies bases on grade level, excluding
Parents of students in grades K – 12 can access student’s private lessons, music classes, and other miscellaneous
grades through Schoology. Please contact the school fees.
office, at 800-811-3043 ext. 500 for assistance to create
parent and student accounts. Fees Due by 1st Day
Registration Fee (non-refundable) ……... Varies
Progress Reports Student ID Card (optional) …………………. $5.00
Parents receive continual updates through Schoology
parent access. In addition to Schoology, GradeLink will be Fees Due at Registration
made available to parents and students to access their New Student ………..…………………………. $75.00
personal information as it relates to grades, attendance Returning Student.………..………………….$50.00
report, etc. Parents may contact their child’s teacher at 1st Month Tuition ………..…………………………..Varies
any time via Schoology mail to request a progress report
or check on their child’s progress. Tuition Payment Schedule

School Hours Option # 1 – Tuition Cost with Full Payment
• Regular Office hours: Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. –
(Annual):
4:00 p.m. (EST); Friday 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (EST).
• Regular School hours: Monday - Thursday 9:15 a.m. – Grade(s) K-1: $ 2500

2:20 p.m. (EST); Friday 9:15 a.m. – 12:55 p.m. (EST). Grade 2 – 5 $ 3000

FINANCIAL INFORMATIOM Grade 6 – 8 $ 3500

Tuition Grade 9 – 12 $ 4000
The school tuition varies based on current grade-level of
each child (please see chart). Tuition is collected based on Option # 2 – Tuition Payment Plan/ 10
the payment plan selected - Option # 1 – Tuition Cost with
Full Payment (Annual) or Option # 2 – Tuition Payment Plan/ Monthly Payments
10 Monthly Payments. Tuition payment is due by the 1st
Grade(s) K-1: $ 275
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Grade 2 - 5 $ 325

Grade 6 – 8 $ 375

Grade 9 - 12 $ 425

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Payments of Accounts The following will display respect in the presence of our
The school is dependent upon the prompt payment of Heavenly Father:
student accounts for its operating cost, since it has no 1. Log-in into the worship service and keep your mic on
subsidy and must pay its bills each month.
mute.
1. No release of transcripts will be issued for an account 2. Reverently join in the prayer, singing and the worship
that is not paid in full.
experience.
2. A senior student's account must be paid in full before 3. Demonstrate respect in everything you do while in
he or she receives a certified transcript, except by
special action of the Executive Committee. worship.
4. Meditate upon the goodness of God.
Scholarship/Financial Aid
Discipline
Scholarship and Financial Aid funds are made possible by
Remnant Preparatory School’s donation program - The ultimate objective of education is the development
http://www.remnantprep.net/donate/ . The school of a Christian character. The character of the student is
establishes a fund to help students who have financial largely determined by the way in which he relates himself
needs. A financial aid application can be submitted to to the principles of Christian living and conduct for which
request these funds. To be eligible for financial aid from the school stands. It will be the student's purpose to
this fund, a student must complete an application and observe the regulations of the school as a matter of
submit all required documents for processing. Once honor, realizing that these regulations are instituted for
approved and awarded, the student must demonstrate the purpose of helping them to complete their
exemplary academic and disciplinary behavior, maintain educational goals.
at least a 3.0 GPA, and show evidence of financial need
for continued eligibility. “The teachers are to bind the students to their hearts by
the cords of love and kindness and strict discipline. Love
Scholarships from this fund will be made based on and kindness are worth nothing unless united with the
eligibility and availability of funds. discipline that God has said should be maintained.
Students come to school to be disciplined for service,
Once approved, the awarded scholarship will be applied trained to make the best use of their powers. If on coming
to the account monthly providing the student maintains they resolve to co-operate with their teachers, their
eligibility and is enrolled as a current student. study will be worth much more to them than if they give
Contributions to this fund are tax deductible. up to the inclination to be rebellious and lawless.” CT 265

Tithing Let the students’ conduct creed be to:
The school teaches and encourages the return of tithe
and offering as an integral part of proper stewardship. 1. Give the teachers their sympathy and cooperation.
2. Take firm hold of the Divine Power, determining not
CODE OF CONDUCT
to turn aside from the path of duty.
Worship Procedures 3. Harness their wrong habits and exert all their
Worship is a time when we approach God by giving Him
praise and adoration. God is displeased when we display influence on the right side.
disrespectful behavior while in His presence. 4. Remember that the success of the school depends

upon their consecration and upon the Christian
influence they exert.
5. Set their mark high and be determined to reach it.
6. When asked to go contrary to the rules of the school,
let them answer with a decided NO.

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DRESS CODE Make Up
Make up wearing and finger nail painting of any kind are
The principles found in I Timothy 2:9-10, 4:12, Titus 2:6- never to be worn. “What? know ye not that your body is
8, 1st Corinthians 6:19, 20 and Deuteronomy 22:5 teach: the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye
• Clear Distinction - clear distinction between men’s have of God, and ye are not your own?” 1 Corinthians
6:19.
and women’s dress - No pants wearing – woman
should not wear that which pertains unto a man. CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS, RULES,
• Appropriateness - in harmony with the situation PROCEDURES AND CONSEQUENCES
• Modesty - moral sensibility within the bounds of
propriety The expectations, rules, procedures and consequences of
• Humility - not proud or self-assertive Remnant Preparatory School’s classroom are intended to
keep the classroom environment safe, orderly, and
“In dress, as in all things else, it is our privilege to honor productive. Please respect the rules so that teachers can
our Creator. He desires our clothing to be not only neat maximize learning time together. The rules are not hard
and healthful, but appropriate and becoming.” Child to follow, nor are any of them “out of the
Guidance, p. 413. ordinary.” They are simply expected behaviors for
students while in class. If you have any questions about
“No education can be complete that does not teach right any of these rules, or why they are in place, you have the
principles in regard to dress.” Education, p. 246. right to find out – please ask your teacher as soon as
possible. Thank you for your cooperation!
General Guidelines
Class Expectations
Jewelry:
The wearing of jewelry is not permitted. This includes 1. Honor God, Respect yourself, the teacher & others
homemade jewelry, studs to maintain body piercing, • Honor God’s Holy presence, show respect for
and necklaces to serve as key chains. the teacher, yourself and others at all times.
• Respect yourself and the rest of us by using
Clothing appropriate language and wearing
The wearing of pajama is not permitted in class. appropriate clothing.
Clothing must be neat and free of rips and tears. • Be kind to others.
Grubbiness in appearance, is inappropriate for school
wear. 2. Webcams: students are required to share
webcams during class
Hair • All students are required to share their
Hair should be neat, well-groomed and its natural Webcam during instructional time unless
color. The following of fads in hair styling is to be otherwise stated by the teacher.
avoided. For example, punk hairstyles or multi-color • Webcam may be turned off during break,
hair are not permitted. lunch and dismissal times.

Hats 3. Put forth your best effort at all times
Head coverings of any kind including hats, caps, • Always do your own best work.
bandanas or forehead bands are not to be worn during • Put learning ahead of getting good grades.
school hours. • Put quality ahead of just getting it done.

4. Be prepared for class each day
• Come prepared with all materials necessary:

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▪ An organized class binder containing all • Minimize classroom interruptions by arriving
necessary materials and worksheets. to class on time and not leaving the
classroom during the class period.
▪ Loose-leaf paper, pens (blue or black),
and pencils. 8. Take responsibility for your actions
• If you are confronted about a rule infraction,
▪ A red or purple pen for grading in class or own up to it. Don’t deny it, lie about it, or
underlining important elements in note blame someone else.
taking. • Take responsibility for missed assignments.

▪ Highlighters for emphasizing important Class Rules
text.
1. Turn off cell phones & electronic devices
▪ A planner to help keep you organized - • Electronic devices (cell phones, IPods,
the most successful students are handheld games, mini-TVs or personal DVD
organized. players, etc.) are NOT permitted during class.
• Cell Phones should be turned off and invisible
5. Follow directions when given during the class period.
• When directions are given, do your best to
follow them the first time. If you are 2. No food or drink, except water
confused or have questions, ask. Your • You may drink bottled of water in the
teacher would rather have you stop class to classroom. If a spill occurs, please clean it up
clarify than be off task while everyone else is immediately it may potential damage your
working. computer/device.
• No other food or beverage is permitted
6. Pay attention, participate and ask questions during class.
• Engage in what is going on in the
classroom. If you have a question, ask 3. Arrive to class on time & ready to learn
it! Otherwise, your teacher may not know • class starts at 9:15 EST, you need to be
until the test that you didn’t understand the logged in into class awaiting the instructor.
concept. There are no stupid questions, and • student should immediately begin working on
chances are, if you are wondering about it, the warm up activity or journal entry, or
someone else in the class is to. Be proactive discussion, etc.
about your learning and don’t be afraid to ask • Be “physically” and “mentally” present in the
for help. If you feel most comfortable waiting classroom environment.
until after class, that is okay too, but do keep
communication open between you and your 4. Do Not Stop Sharing Your Webcam before
teacher. dismissal
• Please keep your webcam on and remain in
7. Preserve a positive learning environment your seat until you have been
• Student actions that interfere with teaching dismissed. Remember, the teacher dismisses
or learning in the classroom will NOT be you, not the time schedule.
tolerated.
• Use class time wisely; please do not spend 5. Do not cheat, plagiarize, or copy work
your time chatting with friends, talking, • Cheating is completely unacceptable; a sin
playing games, or doing work for other against God and self. If you are found to be
classes.

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cheating on any assignment… even for • Check Schoology Calendar for assignment
another class… you will receive a zero and updates and due dates. Please communicate
report the incident to the other teacher, with your instructor for clarifications.
Administrative Dean, and your parents.
• Plagiarism (copying work from another 3. Get missed work from Schoology, establish a
source without giving proper credit) is study buddy, then ask the teacher
completely unacceptable. If you plagiarize on • Attendance is essential for optimal
any assignment you will earn a “0” on that learning. Being on time and present in class
assignment with no opportunity to re-do the physically and mentally will contribute to
work for credit. your overall performance in school. You may
not be excused from your scheduled class by
6. Use polite and appropriate language another teacher without first seeking your
• Offensive, derogatory, and profane terms are immediate teacher’s permission.
not tolerated. In order to have safe • If you are absent, please take responsibility
classroom environments where all students to obtain any missed classwork via
feel comfortable, students must refrain from Schoology. Begin by looking for assignments
put downs, swear words, or slang words with posted pertaining to your individual class
demeaning connotations. Remember, if you period. Then follow-up with the teacher if
don’t have something nice to say, don’t say it necessary.
at all! • Make arrangements to take quizzes and tests
immediately. Please be responsible to make
1. Do your best work & turn it in on time these arrangements (or ask for assistance
• Remember that the work that you turn-in from a parent), your instructor will not and
reflects your effort on the assignment. Think cannot track you down. If you do not make-
about the following expectations when you up quizzes in a timely manner (before graded
are preparing an assignment the instructor quizzes are returned to the students who
will review: were present), you may potentially earn a
▪ Type /write your full name and subject on “zero” on the quiz or test.
all assignments. • UNEXCUSED absences on the day of an
▪ All work must be neatly done and legible assignment, test, quiz, project, presentation,
(when written) to receive credit. If you paper, etc. will result in a zero.
print, capitalize appropriately (do not
write using all capital letters). Consequences

Class Procedures 1. Teacher warning
2. parent contact
1. Turn in all assignments through Schoology 3. Referral to Administrative Dean of Discipline
• All assignments are due on the assigned due 4. Referral to principal
dates. The teacher reserves the right to not
accept late work without due notice; but you Preventive/Redemptive Guidance & Counseling
should make an effort to turn it in anyway.
Seventh-day Adventist Schools have a unique
2. Check Schoology When Absent for Assignment commitment to counseling and practice. Remnant
Updates and Contact your teacher for Preparatory School offers guidance services that reflect
clarification. the counseling techniques practiced by Jesus Christ as

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outlined in the Bible and Spirit of Prophecy. The School Expulsion
emphasizes the importance of close faculty-student
relationships. Teachers are thoughtful with the idea of Remnant Preparatory School will make every effort to
the individual importance of each student and avoid expelling a student from school. However, if a
encouraged to recognize that teaching is a partnership student demonstrates that he or she does not want to be
with God in character development. at Remnant Preparatory School by a single serious event
or by repeated less serious violations, he or she may be
Suspension/asynchronous Learning: asked to leave the school’s live-virtual classroom
environment for the remainder of the school year. Re-
Students who are suspended from the live-virtual entry for the following school year may depend on the
classroom environment must be informed of the infraction and reconciliations made.
reason for the action. A disciplinary form/guide/letter
must be written explaining the infraction, the length of CHRISTIAN CITIZENSHIP
the suspension from class, and the date of re-admission.
Any tests, exams, homework, assignments missed during The ultimate objective of education is the development
suspension may potentially be made up asynchronously. of a Christ-like character. The character of the student is
largely determined by the way in which he or she relates
In School Suspension/Removal from live-virtual to the principles of Christian living and to the conduct for
classroom environment: which the school stands. It will be the students’ interests
to observe the guidelines of the school, realizing that
• Students are required to login to class during the these standards are instituted for the purpose of helping
regularly scheduled school hours. them complete their educational goals.

• Student will not attend regular classes. Let each student's creed be:
• Student will be assigned to a supervised breakout- 1. We should choose the right because it is right,
and leave consequences with God. GC p.460
room to complete his/her work. 2. To work together with teachers, staff, and fellow
• In School Suspension is primarily for behavioral cases classmates.
3. To remember that the success of the school
when the student is temporarily suspended from depends upon his/her consecration and upon the
participating in all classroom activities (the group). Christian influence he/she exerts.
4. To aim high and be determined to reach it.
All classwork, tests, quizzes during this time will be made 5. To love the Lord your God with all your heart and
up. with all your soul and with all your mind… Love
your neighbor as yourself.” Matthew 22:37,39
Suspension from Attending Live-virtual Class
Sessions: Inspired writings of Ellen G. White
Ed Education.
The student is not allowed to attend live-virtual class FE Fundamentals of Christian Education.
session for the designated days of suspension. The GC Great Controversy.
teacher will allow access to all classwork which are to be MH Ministry of Healing.
completed by the student asynchronously. Tests, exams CT Counsels to Parents, Teachers and
or quizzes will also be made up.
Students.
Suspension does not bar him or her from attending
religious services conducted by Remnant Preparatory
School. The student can participate in the scheduled
monthly school prayer assembly.

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Declaration of Responsibility
I hereby attest that I have read, understood, and will follow this Student Handbook (sign & return
this page only to your homeroom teacher):
Student’s name/Grade: _____________________________________________________/___________
Student’s signature: ____________________________________________________________________
Parents’ Name: ________________________________________________________________________
Parents’ Signature: _____________________________________________________________________
Parents’ contact number (cell): ___________________________
Parents’ Name: ________________________________________________________________________
Parents’ Signature: _____________________________________________________________________
Parents’ contact number (cell): ___________________________
Today’s Date _________________
Comments:

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