STUDENT HANDBOOK - Simi Valley Adventist School
ELEMENTARY(TRANSITIONAL KINDERGARTEN ANDKINDERGARTEN TO FIFTH GRADE)JUNIOR HIGH(SIXTH TO EIGHTH GRADE)STUDENT HANDBOOK2017-2018A TK-8 SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOLServing the Southern California Communities Since 19531636 Sinaloa Rd.Simi Valley, CA 93065Phone (805) 583-1866 Fax (805) 526-7657Accredited with:General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists Board of RegentsSCHOOL HOURSMonday-Thursday8:15 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.Friday8:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.Minimum Days8:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.1
TABLE OF CONTENTSCALENDAR. 3FACULTY AND STAFF . 4GENERAL INFORMATION. . 5Philosophy . 5Mission Statement. . 6Goals and Objectives. . 6SVAS Code of Ethics. . 7Organization and Government. . 8Home and School Association. . 8ADMISSION POLICIES. . 10Application Procedures. . 10Kindergarten and First Grade Admission . 11CURRICULUM INFORMATION. . 12Curriculum Highlights. . 12Parent and Teacher Communications Regarding Academics. 12Testing and Report Cards. . 12STUDENT CITIZENSHIP. . 13Attendance Policy . 13Clothing and Appearance. . 15Discipline Policy . 17Scholastic Dishonesty Policy . 19Personal and School Property . 19FINANCIAL POLICIES. . 21Financial Assistance . 21Educational Subsidy . 21Additional Fees. . 21GENERAL POLICIES. . 222
CALENDAR2016-2017FIRST SEMESTERSECOND SEMESTERAUGUST24First Day of School, Minimum Day, 12:15 pm26Beach Day - Carpinteria27SVAS Dedication at the Church –Education SabbathJANUARY03School Resumes05School Board Meeting # 4,5:30 pm16NO SCHOOL – MLK21Church Performance - Drama26Parent Meeting # 5, 6:30 pm31Visitor DaySEPTEMBER05NO SCHOOL - Labor Day5-11Pathfinders Trip08School Board Meeting # 1, 5:30 pm12-16 ITBS15Back to School Open House Potluck, 6:30 pm17Church Performance18Sunday Work Day at our School19-23 Let’s Move WeekFEBRUARY3-56-8 Grade Retreat Camp Cedar Falls7,14,21 Visitor Day10-14 Spirit Week11Church Performance16Valentine’s Day Party, school banquet 6:30 pm20NO SCHOOL - PRESIDENT’S DAYOCTOBER06Habitat13Parent Meeting # 2, 6:30 pm17School Photo Day, Uniform Only!18School Evaluation So Cal. Conference21End 1st Quarter22Church Performance28International Day – Grandparent –“Do Something Grand31Alternative PartyMARCH02School Board Meeting # 5,5:30 pm11Church Performance13Robotic Championship at LAAA16Parent Meeting # 7, 6:30 pm17End 3rd quarter22Minimum Day, 12:15 pm23Spring Break BeginsAPRIL06202022NOVEMBER31-4Student Week of Prayer10School Board Meeting # 2,5:30 pm116-8 Field Trip – Veterans17Parent Meeting # 3, 6:30 pm19Church Performance23Minimum Day23Performance Simi Valley Senior Center24Thanksgiving Break Begins28School ResumesDECEMBER03Performance at Malibu Church08Pastor’s Lunch “Thanksmas”, at noon10Church Performance – Bell Choir?Bells Tree Lighting Ceremony15Christmas Program/Parent Meeting, 7:00 pm16End 2nd Quarter - Minimum Day19Christmas Vacation Begins.3School Resumes – Field DayParent Meeting # 8, 6:30 pmSpring Photo Day, Open Dress & Grad.Church Performance - Simi Adventist ChurchEducation SabbathMAY041316-181820252729School Board Meeting # 6, 5:30 pmStreet Fair6-8 Grades Field Trip Rock & Water AdventureTeacher Appreciation DayChurch PerformanceAcademic Fair/Spring Musical, 7:00 pmPathfinder SabbathNO SCHOOL - Memorial DayJUNE010809Kindergarten Graduation 7:00 PM8th Grade Graduation, 7:00 pmLast Day of School, End 4th quarter
FACULTY AND STAFFPrincipal / TeacherGrades 6-8Mr. Stephen Stokessstokes@simivalleyadventistschool.com(805) 304–1313TeacherGrades 3-5Ms. Leila Dalildali@simivalleyadventistschool.com(805) 813-7010TeacherGrades 1-2Mrs. Ardis Bakerabaker@simivalleyadventistschool.com(805) 384-8412TeacherKindergartenMrs. Billie Odellbodell@simivalleyadventistschool.com(661) 917-5863Teacher Aide / Extended Care Ms. Sue Romerosromero@simivalleyadventistschool.com(661) 317-1822Music TeacherMr. Dave Watkinsdwatkins@simivalleyadventistschool.com(805) 522-5068Home & School LeaderMr. Dave Vagodvago@simivalleyadventistschool.com(805) 304-5596Bookkeeper / FinanceMr. Dean Vendouris(805) partment of RelationsJosie Hirschjhirsch@simivalleyadventistschool.com(805) 551-8248Administrative Assistant /SecretaryMrs. Simone Buttlersbuttler@simivalleyadventistschool.com(805) 587-2370PastorPhil Whitepwhite@simivalleyadventistschool.comAssociate Superintendent ofEducation, SCCDr. Pamela Forbespforbes@sccsda.org4(818) 546-8458
GENERAL INFORMATIONPHILOSOPHYO NEBODY :The class sizes are small and also include more than one grade, which recentstudies have shown are extremely beneficial to the student. The older studentsin the classroom learn to help and nurture the younger students. In turn, the youngerstudents are given extra care and attention not only from their teacher, but fromtheir peers. Our school’s small size also creates a wonderful community ofstudents at all grade levels. The youngest students play with the oldest! Studentsbecome a family, and learn to rely on friends of all age groups. Older students learnimportant leadership and mentoring skills. The school operates, at every level, with allstudents in mind.E NRICH T HE MIND :Our school is passionately committed to our students’ academic excellence. Withthe low student-teacher ratio, our students have consistently performed well onstandardized tests. Student leaves our school well prepared for high school. Throughpeer-mentoring, students have an opportunity to learn by teaching other students.S ERVE T HECOMMUNITY:We believe that we are working for a higher purpose. Our purpose is to serve Godand each other. We strive to instill the principle of service into each of our students.We serve our school, local, and global communities through various projectsthroughout each year.W ORSHIP O NE L ORD :We believe that there is one God in three persons, the Father, the Son, Jesus, andthe Holy Spirit (Ephesians 4:4 -6). W e worship and spend time with Him every day.We believe that there is not greater authority on this earth than the Holy Scriptures.We believe that our students grow in Christ, they will not only be academically wellgrounded for high school, but spiritually well -grounded for eternity. This is ourhighest purpose, goal, and privilege.S ERVANT L EADER :“And whoever desires to be first among you, let him be your servant -just as the Sonof Man did not come to be served, but serve, and to give His life a ransom for many.”Matthew 20:27-285
MISSION STATEMENTSimi Valley Adventist School operates as one body that equips students to:Enrich their minds,Serve their communityWorship one LordWe are Educating Tomorrow’s Servant Leaders TodayGOALS AND OBJECTIVESSPIRITUAL GOALS To impart a thorough knowledge of the Bible as the Word of God.To guide students toward obedience to the Word of God and its principles.To promote reverence for God and thoughtful kindness to man.To provide an atmosphere in which the students may become personally acquaintedwith Jesus as the Christ and their Savior.To encourage students to develop talents, to be practicing Christians, loyal, patrioticcitizens knowingly aware of the needs of their neighbors and willing to serve.ACADEMIC GOALS To provide an atmosphere in which students will be inspired toward academicexcellence.To encourage students to think critically, independently, and creatively.To provide course selections that will allow students to obtain the building blocksnecessary to attain spiritual, professional and vocational goals.SOCIAL GOALS To provide opportunities for students to demonstrate acceptance of and respect for therights of others.To provide opportunities for students to understand and without prejudice demonstratean appreciation for all people and cultures.To provide opportunities for students to accept his or her civic responsibility for theenvironment and maintenance of peace.To provide an environment in which each individual receives respect and fair treatmentby others.PHYSICAL GOALS To provide an environment in which the student will learn the value of a temperate life.To teach the value of lifetime Christian recreation.To provide avenues for development of physical fitness.To provide opportunities for students to develop a practical skill.6
SVAS CODE OF ETHICSThose who are followers of the Lord Jesus Christ should respect, honor, and uplift oneanother. Thus, a colleague, employee, volunteer, or student should never be placed in aposition of embarrassment or disrespect due to any action or statement that has anyexplicit or implied sexual, racial, age or ethnic overtones. To do so is a violation of God’s lawand also the civil laws governing our school.School staff and students are prohibited from engaging in unwelcome sexual advances,requests for sexual favors, or other verbal, visual or physical conduct of sexual, racial, ethnicor age-related nature that could create a hostile, intimidating or offensive schoolenvironment. Such harassment is intolerable, against the law and will result in appropriatediscipline up to and including dismissal.Examples of conduct that may constitute harassment include, but are not limitedto: Verbal or visual harassment or abuse (e.g. degrading sexual comments,unwelcome propositions, sexually offensive jokes and materials). Requests for sexual favors or activity. Inappropriate touching of a sexual or abusive nature (e.g. pinching, patting orrepeated brushing against another individual’s body). A suggestion, threat or action that m akes the affected individual uncomfortable.An individual who experiences harassment should take one of the followingsteps:1.Talk to the individual who is harassing you. Explain that you feel uncomfortableand explain why.2.Speak to your teacher or your principal.3.The initial complaint should be followed by a written statement prepared by theperson being harassed and directed to the person to whom the incident wasreported. The written report should be objective and include factual details tosupport the alleged incident(s).The matter will be referred to the Code of Ethics Committee, and all situations will bethoroughly investigated in a confidential and objective manner. The investigation will be agenuine attempt to identify and remedy the problem. If, upon completion of theinvestigation, it is determined that harassment related to sex, race, age or ethnicity hasoccurred, immediate and appropriate action will be taken against the person doing theharassing. The corrective action will depend upon the severity of the act and may range froma written warning to dismissal.7
ORGANIZATION AND GOVERNMENTBOARD OF DIRECTORSSimi Valley Adventist School is governed by a Board of Directors whose membersare appointed Simi Valley Adventist church, along with the Southern CaliforniaConference of Seventh-day Adventists, who give financial support to the school.The board chairperson and vice chairperson are elected annually by the board. ThePrincipal of the school serves as the secretary to the board. In addition to the churchrepresentatives, the following individuals serve as ex officio members.VOTING:Associate Superintendent of EducationSVAS PrincipalSVAC Senior PastorSVAC Church Representatives (4)SVAS Home and School RepresentativeOfficer of SCCOfficer of Education, PUCMEETINGSBoard meetings are generally held the first Tuesday of each month, August throughJune, in the school at 5:00 p.m. Meetings are open to all members of the ConstituentChurches except when the Board is in executive session. Any constituent membermay, in advance, suggest items for the agenda and be present when these arediscussed.HOME AND SCHOOL ASSOCIATIONP URPOSEANDF UNCTIONWe realize the importance of cooperation between students, teachers and parentsin striving to meet the objectives of Simi Valley Adventist School, therefore, patrons ofthe school become members of the organization at the time of registration. Activeparticipation in the programs and activities of the organization strengthen theconnection between the home and school.TEACHER APPRECIATIONThe Home and School Association thanks the teachers several times during the year,such as on birthdays and on Teacher Appreciation Day in the spring. Parents bring aspecial treat to the teacher from the students in the class. At the end of the year thereis often a special appreciation for the services of teachers who may be leaving.GRANDPARENT’S DAYGrandparent’s Day is an opportunity for grandparents or substitute grandparents tovisit the school and enjoy a meal and performance put on by the students.8
ADMISSION POLICIESThe Simi Valley Adventist School is subsidized by the Simi Valley Seventh-day AdventistChurch. Our school is open to any student who expresses an earnest desire for Christianeducation, provided they show respect for the Word of God, maintain a reverent attitude duringreligious exercises and observe all school rules. Applicants are evaluated on the basis of (1)Christian faith and lifestyle, (2) character, and (3) academics and qualifications.All students applying for admission to Grades K-8 may be expected to take placement testsbefore acceptance is granted. A student will not be admitted to school until all fiveconditions below are met and there has been acceptance by the admissions committee. SimiValley Adventist School is not staffed to provide Special Education for students withemotional, developmental, or learning disabilities that cannot be handled in a regularclassroom setting.NONDISCRIMINATION POLICYSimi Valley Adventist School admits students of any race to all the rights, privileges,programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.The school makes no discrimination on the basis of race in administration of educationpolicies, applications for admission, scholarship, or extracurricular programs.APPLICATION PROCEDURESSubmit the following documents or information to the school office:1. Student application.2. Standardized Scholastic test results (STAR, ITBS, SAT9, etc.)3. Most current grade report.4. The name, address and phone number of the last school attended.5. Discuss financial clearance with the Principal. All students must completeregistration and obtain financial clearance before being admitted to class.Please fill out the forms listed below. To obtain these forms, one may stop by the school,call and we will send them to you, or obtain them from our website. The school will need acopy of the most recent grades and results of the most recent standardized test scores.First grades need to be tested. Students entering grades 2-8 will need to take an entranceexam. Once we have received all of the necessary documents, the registration packet willbe presented to the admissions committee for acceptance.FORMS/DOCUMENTS NEEDEDStudent Application, Consent to Treatment and Student Release, Medical Records,Records Release, Birth Certificate (we will photo copy for our records), ImmunizationRecords, Copies of Most Recent Grades (grades K-8), Standardized Test Scores(grades 3-8), Model Release and Computer Internet Form, and one Letter ofRecommendation (grades 1-8). Students may be asked to take an entrance exam.Provisional StatusAll new students at Simi Valley Adventist School are accepted on a provisionary statusfor the first quarter with their enrollment subject to review.9
Age RequirementTransitional Kindergarten need to be 4 years old turning 5 by December 2.Prospective Kindergarteners must be five years old by October 2. Studentsenteringst1 Grade must have reached the age of six by October2.Medical Requirement/PhysicalsAll new students, 4th graders and 7th graders are required to have a physicalbefore entering school. Forms are included in the registration packet and are madeavailable at the school office.ImmunizationsState law requires all new students entering school and 7th Graders to have aseries of three Hepatitis B shots. California schools (private and public) cannot allowany student in class unless the student has at least begun their series of Hepatitis Bshots before the first day of school.Parental CommitmentsWe expect parents to promote and support the policies and personnel of SimiValley Adventist School, to speak positively about the school, and to direct anyquestions or concerns to the appropriate individuals.Parents are to respect the learning environment of the classroom byobserving the following:1. Make an appointment with the teacher to discuss concerns or to receiveassignments for absent students.2. Leave the classroom before the beginning bell rings and move to alocation out of visual contact with the classroom to visit with others.3. When calling during the school day, leave messages at the front officerather than asking to be connected to the classroom. Please respect yourchild’s learning environment.4. When helping in the classroom, do not visit with the teacher, other parents orstudents. Maintain the confidentiality of students and teacher by not discussingwith others the behavior or performance of the students.The following procedure is based on the Biblical model of Matthew 18 for resolvingdifferences:1.Request a conference with the teacher.2.If resolution is not attained, a conference with the teacher and principal may berequested.3.If still unresolved, request another conference which shall include one or more of thefollowing: The Board Chairperson, Pastor, Southern California Conference (SCC)Superintendent of Schools, or his or her designee.4.If the difficulty remains unresolved, a Board review may be requested. Theproblem should be submitted
STUDENT HANDBOOK 2017-2018 A TK-8 SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Serving the Southern California Communities Since 1953 1636 Sinaloa Rd. Simi Valley, CA 93065 Phone (805) 583-1866 Fax (805) 526-7657 Accredited with: General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists Board of Regents SCHOOL HOURS Monday-Thursday 8:15 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
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