Philosophy
The philosophy of the Columbus Seventh-day Adventist Christian School is based on the belief that
all true wisdom and knowledge come from God and that the very foundation of true education is the
fear of the Lord. The highest education is found in the Word of the Living God, and a correct
knowledge of the Scriptures lies at the foundation of all true education. The precepts and
principles of religion are the first steps in the acquisition of knowledge.
Education must
include the communion of the mind of man with the mind of God. This communication should lead to
the acceptance, in sentiment and principles, of the teachings of Jesus Christ. The principles of
Education given by Jesus are the only safe guide.
When the great truths of God’s word are
believed, received and carried into the life practice, education of the highest order results.
True education is the harmonious development of the physical, the mental and the spiritual powers.
It embraces physical, mental and moral training in order that all the powers shall be fitted for the
best development to do service for God and to work for the uplifting of humanity. Education comprises
more than a knowledge of books, and will be of little value if there is no physical strength to use
it after it is gained. Knowledge of labor for practical life is essential. Heart education is most
important. Moral, intellectual and physical training should be combined to have well-developed,
well-balanced boys and girls, young men and women.
The curriculum supports and includes the
doctrines of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, which are based on the Bible.
Mission
The mission of the Columbus Seventh-day Adventist Christian School is to assist the youth in arranging
their priorities in such a way that they will first seek the kingdom of God while striving for academic
excellence through the harmonious development of the physical, the mental and the spiritual powers.
The priority will encourage our students to develop a love for God and people which will be shown
through unselfish service, self-discipline, a spirit of unity and cooperation, respect for those in
authority, reverence for God and spiritual things by which they will gain a better understanding of
Bible principles which will be put into practice.
Admission Guidelines
Our school welcomes all who are in harmony with the philosophy and objectives of Christian education
and who will cheerfully endeavor to live according to its principles regardless of race or sex. However,
the School Board must approve student applications before the student may enroll in school. By accepting
admission, every student pledges to willingly observe all the regulations of this school and uphold its
principles.
The school encourages parents to wait until their child is seven years of age before
submitting the child’s application for admittance to first grade. Children who will be 6 years old by
September 15 may apply.
Physical examinations are required for all new students, and for those
students enrolling in kindergarten. Requests for exceptions must be made to the School Board.
The School Board also reserves the right to refuse admittance to any child whenever it deems such action
as necessary for the welfare of the child or of the school.
Registration Fees
There is a registration fee of $250.00 per student, per year, and a book fee of $125.00 per year. These
fees cover book rental, accident insurance, room fees, library fees, art supplies and other school supplies
provided for each student. No student will be enrolled who has not paid these fees.
Tuition & Fees
No tuition is charged for students whose parents or legal guardians are members of the Columbus Seventh-day
Adventist Church. The Columbus Seventh-day Adventist Church fully believes in the importance of Christian
Education and has determined to do all within its power, under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, to incorporate
this principle into the life and ministry of this church. Therefore, this school will be operated on the
“Temple Plan”; which means there are no tuition charges for students whose parents or legal guardians
are members of the Columbus Seventh-day Adventist Church. This enables all, regardless of financial situations,
to assure that their children may receive a Christian education. The school is operated as a ministry of the
Church and is supported from the Combined Budget. In your faithful support of the Combined Budget of the local
church, you are encouraged to remember the added expense of the school operation. This endeavor of faith will
require the full support of each member of our church family.
There is tuition for students whose parents
or legal guardians are not members of the Columbus Seventh-day Adventist Church. It is as follows:
- Tuition is $250 per month for ten months – a total of $2500
- If two students from the same family are attending the school, the tuition of the 2nd student is reduced by 40%.
- If three students from the same family are attending the school, the tuition of the 3rd student is reduced by 60%.
- If four students from the same family are attending the school, there is no tuition charge for the fourth student.
School Hours
School begins at 8:30 A.M. and ends at 3:30 P.M. Monday through Thursday. Friday school begins at 8:30 A.M. and
ends at 2:30 P.M. Children should not arrive before 8:00 A.M. They should check in with the teacher, go directly
to their classroom and not leave without permission. Students should vacate the school and school grounds immediately
at the close of the day.
Half Days are noted in the school calendar begin at 8:30 A.M.
Dress Code
Our school believes that dress and grooming reflect our philosophy of life and our emotional maturity. One of the purposes
of our school is to encourage each student to develop a lasting personal philosophy of dress and grooming.
Students
are required to wear modest and appropriate clothing in harmony with Christian principles. Clothes should be neat and clean,
and without holes or rips. Knee length shorts are acceptable in appropriate weather. The following should not be worn: tank
tops, sleeveless shirts, muscle shirts, halter tops, clothing that depicts movies, TV or secular/popular music personalities
or degrading/suggestive statements. Shoes with closed toes should be worn for all outside activities. Jewelry such as rings,
bracelets, earrings, necklaces, colored nail polish, and the heavy use of makeup should not be worn at school or school related
functions. It is understood that it is the teacher’s responsibility to interpret the application of these guidelines.
Conduct Guidelines
Proper Christian discipline and attitude are necessary for good work in school. On field trips away from the school at school
activities students are expected to show the same respect for duty, order, morality, personal honor, and the rights of others
as is expected of any good citizen.
Any practice or attitude that tends to nullify a Christian atmosphere or defeat the
purpose of the school will not be permitted. Whenever, in the judgment of the faculty, a student’s connection with the school
is no longer profitable to himself/herself, or should his/her influence become detrimental to others, the student may be
dismissed from the school though no overt act has been committed.
Any student engaging in any of the following activities
makes himself/herself liable for appropriate discipline by the staff or possible suspension or dismissal from school. Dismissal
will be on the recommendation of the teacher and voted on by the School Board.
- Using, handling, possessing, or furnishing to others, tobacco, alcoholic beverages, narcotics, or drug paraphernalia.
- Gambling or the possession of gambling devices.
- Using or possessing dangerous weapons or explosives of any kinds.
- Using profane or indecent language, possessing or displaying obscene literature, pictures, or articles.
- Dishonesty in any form
- Willful destruction of school property or the property of other students. Any area, desk, cabinet, closet or
item not specifically assigned for a student’s use is to be considered off limits at all times.
- Tampering with school fire equipment or fire alarm system.
- Undermining the religious ideals and faith held by the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
- Improper conduct involving persons of the same or opposite sex.
- Conspiracies to perform or participate in any act that may injure, degrade, disgrace or belittle a fellow student.
- Defiance or insubordination to any staff member.
- Pushing, shoving or fighting of any kind.
- Leave these at home: roller blades, roller skates, skateboards, hard baseballs and gum. Radios, TV’s, electronic
games or sound equipment are not permitted on campus unless approved by the teacher.
- Cell phones are to be left with the teacher until the end of the school day.