Evangelical Bible Chapel

 Weekly Schedule

Sunday

9:15 a.m. - Intercessory Prayer

10:30 a.m. - Sunday School

Classes for all ages

11:00 a.m. - Praise & Worship Service

6:00 p.m. - Fellowship Gatherings

(Groups Alternate Weekly)

Monday, Tuesday & Thursday

7:00 - 10:00 p.m.

Bible Seminary Classes

Wednesday, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Adult Bible Study

Sr. Youth Group (ages 13-18)

Jr. Youth Group (ages 7-12)

Cherished Cherubs (ages 3-6)

EBC Ministries

4982 Cambridge Street

Greenacres, Florida 33463

(561) 965-0363

www.greenacreschristianacademy.com or

ebcministries.org

EBC Ministries

The Evangelical Bible Chapel is an Interdenominational church.  We believe that the Bible is the infallible, Divinely Inspired Word of God.  We believe in the Virgin Birth, sinless death and bodily resurrection.  We are looking forward to the day when Christ returns again.  We believe our contemporary services and dynamic programs serve to challenge and inspire all who attend.

 Greenacres Christian Academy is a ministry reaching out to children of school age.  Kindergarten through twelfth grade classes are available.  We are accredited by the Florida Council of Private Schools, N.A.C.E. and Southeast Accrediting Associaiton..  Music, Foreign Language and Computer learning is available.  Small classes, individual learning, computerized learning and Biblical standards make our school a great place for learning.

 The Evangelical Bible Seminary is an accredited seminary bestowed the privilege of granting degrees in Religious Education and Theology.  Bachelor, Masters and Doctorate programs are available.  Classes meet Tuesday and Thursday evenings. 

The Interdenominational Minister Association is a ministerial association with the purpose of providing licensing and ordination credentials to qualified individuals desiring to fulfill their calling into the ministry.

 Gospel Teens is a youth ministry of EBC.  We invite church youth groups, home school groups and Christian schools to participate in our programs which include our annual competition conference, concerts, leadership training seminars and recreational activities.  Through our annual Gospel Teens Competition, students are encouraged to compete in the areas of Academics, Music, Arts, Sports, and Drama.  Our goal is to prepare young people to serve God.  Together we laugh, sing, worship, pray and grow.  We are Evangelical and Interdenominational.

 EBC Ministries -

“Where learning to serve God is the purpose of living”

Welcome to

  GREENACRES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY   “Home of the Panthers”

  We’re thankful that you have chosen to attend Greenacres Christian Academy.  Our goal is to serve families through education.

  Greenacres Christian Academy (GCA) was founded in 1980 by Drs. Chadwick and Mariam Donnally as an outreach of the Evangelical Bible Chapel.  The Pastor of the Bible Chapel Dr. David Donnally, is ultimately responsible for the school.

  The Principal, Teachers, and other staff members of the school are, in reality, employees of the church.  The Principal holds the primary decision making authority.  Mrs. Lori Williams, our principal, is a graduate of GCA and was Valedictorian of her class.    She has worked as a teacher’s aide, supervisor, administrative assistant, and assistant principal. 

 The staff of both the church and school are Christian people with hearts for the lost.  Teachers are certified by the State of Florida, or Southeast Accrediting Association of Christian Schools, Colleges, and Seminaries, and most hold degrees in Christian Education.  It is the desire of all our staff to see the community reached for Christ.

  We’re proud that many of our graduates have continued their education in both secular and Christian colleges.  A few of the colleges are:  Southeastern College, Palm Beach Community College, Florida Atlantic University, Palm Beach Atlantic, Florida State, and Miami Dade University, University of Miami, University of Florida, Tallahassee Community College, and University of Central Florida.

 STATEMENT OF FAITH

We believe in:

 1. The Bible (The Word of God) equally in all parts and without error in its origin, inspired by God;  

 2. The one God, eternally existent Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, who created man by a direct immediate act;  

 3. The pre-existence, incarnation, virgin birth, sinless life, miracles, substitutionary death, bodily resurrection, ascension to heaven, and the second coming of the Lord Jesus Christ;  

 4. The fall of man, the need of regeneration by the operation of the Holy Spirit on the basis of grace alone, and the resurrection of all life or damnation;  

 5. The spiritual relationship of all believers in the Lord Jesus Christ, living a life of righteous works, separated from the world, and witnessing of His saving grace through the ministry of the Holy Spirit;  

 6. The sanctity of life (all life, living, and unborn);  

 7. The sanctity of marriage (man and woman);  

 8. Family as taught in the scriptures.

 OBJECTIVE

The The objective of GCA is to teach children how to live and to equip them for success.  The Bible verse in Proverbs 22:6 admonishes adults to train up a child in THE WAY he SHOULD go. GCA is an extension of the home in training young people.  The school staff works closely with parents/guardians to train the whole child.    Attendance at GCA is a privilege and not a right.  The goal of this school is to train youth of every ability in the highest principles of moral character, self-discipline, individual responsibility, personal integrity, and good citizenship.  GCA stands, without apology, for high standards of morality and wisdom.

  BIBLICAL PRINCIPLES

  One of the basic reasons why parents/guardians enroll their children in a private school is to obtain an education grounded in moral values.  This school uses the Biblically-based curriculum, which includes Scripture memory passages and references to God and Jesus Christ – all designed to help students develop moral character, a sense of accountability, and wisdom in their lives.  Standards of personal conduct, school policies, and curriculum continue to build the student’s sense of responsibility and integrity.

  STANDARDS OF CONDUCT

  Students of GCA are expected to refrain from talking about or engaging in cheating, swearing, stealing, smoking, gambling, drinking alcoholic beverages, and using narcotics.  Students are also expected to refrain from using profanity, which includes slang.  Use only words that glorify the Lord.  No student shall intentionally engage in physical contact of any kind with any student unless directed to by a School Official for the purpose of a school recreational activity such as physical education.  Vandalism of school property, or other people’s property is strictly forbidden.

  WORLDLY PURSUITS:  GCA stands in opposition to drinking alcohol, use of any tobacco product, and illegal drugs; pornography, homosexuality, and fornication.  We also stand in opposition to any other activity considered in Scripture to be worldly .

 CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR:  A student is not permitted to communicate or be out of his/her office without permission.  He/she should not turn sideways or around in office or tip back in his/her chair.  Activities not related to prescribed material are not to be conducted in an office unless privileges have been earned.

 A  Christian flag should be raised for Supervisor guidance in academic difficulties.  The American flag is to be raised for Monitor assistance in non-academic activities (check out reference book, use restroom, sharpen pencil, etc.)  Personal questions should be asked on break time.

 Cell phones  are not permitted on school grounds.

 Gum is not allowed.

 No foreign languages to be spoken on the phone or among classmates.

 GRIPING:  Griping is not tolerated (punishment for violations)

PROPERTY:  Marked on, defaced, or broken property is to be replaced at offending student’s expense.

 Guns, matches, lighters, knives, radios, student’s tapes, beepers, cell phones, gum, game boys, cards, video games, cd’s, and cd players are not permitted on campus (not limited to listed items, any object that the Supervisor feels distracts from the learning process or classroom atmosphere will not be permitted.)

“SIX-INCH” RULE:  All students should keep hands, feet or any other part of their body, at least six (6) inches away from other students at all times.

P.E. EQUIPMENT:  When a student checks out physical education equipment, he/she is responsible for returning it.  Otherwise he/she will pay for it.

NOTE:  Students who participate in and/or discuss any of the forbidden behaviors mentioned above are subject to detention or suspension.  Students are expected to act in an orderly and respectful manner, maintaining Biblical standards of social courtesy, moral behavior, acceptable language, and honesty.  Students must agree to strive towards unquestionable character in dress, conduct, and attitude on or off campus.

  Any student observing questionable activities or overhearing conversations which are contrary to the policies of this academy should immediately discuss the matter with a Supervisor.  This is not tattling.  It has been said, “All it takes for evil to triumph is for good men to do nothing.”   “. . . to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin.”  James 4:17  

 Students who are parents, unwed mothers or married students are not permitted to attend day school.  Students not living with legal parent/guardian may not be permitted to attend.

 CLOTHING AND PERSONAL APPEARANCE

 Each student’s appearance must be discreet and modest.  It is vital that each student whole-heartedly support the dress standards.  Uniforms are to be worn neatly and properly.

 BOYS:  Hair must be of a natural color, off the ears, above the collar, and out of the eyes.  No fad cuts, no shorter than a #2 razor cut.  Must be clean-shaven, no fad hairstyles, stripes, lines, shaped carved into hair.  Neatly trimmed mustaches are permitted for 9th-12th grades at the discretion of the administration.  Sideburns no longer than the middle of the ear.  Modest jewelry only, no earrings, nose rings, eyebrow, etc., no visible body piercing, and no tattoos.

 Standard school uniform required.

GIRLS:  Only natural hair colors.  No faddish hairstyles, modest makeup, and jewelry.  No more than two earrings in each ear.  No other visible body piercing or tattoos.  Dresses, skirts or culottes must be to the middle of the knee.  Shoes must be closed toe/heel.

Standard school uniform required.

ALL STUDENTS:  For cooler weather, only the official school jacket or sweatshirt is to be worn.

Students who attend official school activities after school hours (either on or off campus) must wear clothing consistent with the Learning Center standards set by the Principal.

SEARCH RIGHT:  The school reserves the right to search a student’s personal belongings in the event that the school suspects the student possesses an unapproved item.  The search may be conducted without the student’s or the parent’s/guardian’s permission.  Registration constitutes parent/guardian consent to such searches.  Search areas include, but are not limited to, automobiles, backpacks, purses, pockets, lockers & desks.

DRUG TESTING POLICY:  Students suspected of drug use will be asked to submit to a drug test.  Parents/guardians are responsible for paying for the test and results must be sent directly to the school from the testing facility.  A student who has been asked to submit to a drug test will not be permitted back in class until the test results are returned.  A positive result will be grounds for dismissal.  Students not submitting to a drug test request will be dismissed.

ADMISSIONS POLICY

 “The church and school have a racially non-discriminatory policy and, therefore, shall not discriminate against members, applicants, students, and others on the basis of race, color, or national or ethnic origin.

Kindergarten students that do not reach their 5th birthday by October 1st of the current school year will be tested.  Based on the results of the test, they will be placed in either the Pre-School or Kindergarten Program.

We will accept special needs students, on an individual basis.  McKay and Florida Child Scholarships are currently the only government subsidies we accept.

Married, divorced, or pregnant students, as well as students who are parents and students who are over the age of 19, will not be admitted.  Night school classes are available.

This school reserves the right to dismiss or refuse to enroll or re-enroll students because of past behavior or financial obligations.

   ADMISSIONS PROCEDURE

        1. Parents/guardians visit school.

  2.  Parents/guardians and student(s) read this handbook thoroughly.

   3. 3.  Parents/guardians request that student’s pastor send letter of  recommendation.

   4. 4.  Application is submitted, accompanied by previous report card or withdrawal slip and registration fee, medical history, immunization and physical records.

RE-ENROLLMENT

 Students wishing to re-enroll for subsequent years must do so early in the spring to guarantee acceptance.  Attendance at GCA is a privilege, not a right.  No student has the right to re-enroll.  Applications for re-enrollment will be approved at the sole discretion of the school.

  MEDICAL GUIDELINES

 No staff member will be allowed to administer prescription medicines without parent/guardian authorization in writing.  All medicines must be kept and administered at the school office.  Any student or staff member with any communicable diseases must notify the school and follow the administration’s requests to ensure a safe environment for all who attend the school.

  PARENT/GUARDIAN INVOLVEMENT

 Orientation, meetings, and conferences promote a good understanding between parents/guardians and the faculty/administration of this school.  Every parent/guardian is required to participate in these informative and helpful programs.

 The first parent/guardian meeting with the staff will be held at the opening of school.  We recommend that you schedule at least 3 meetings with your child’s teacher over the course of the year.

  INSURANCE

  The school carries accident insurance that is for secondary coverage only.  In case of accident, an accident report must be filled out by the attending staff member and turned in to the office.  Although we currently carry this coverage, it is not guaranteed and does not imply liability of the school.

 COMPUTERS

 Computers are a way of life; therefore, all students are given the opportunity to learn how to use computers starting as early as third grade.  Every graduate is expected to be computer literate.

  SCHOOL SUPPLIES

 GENERAL SUPPLIES FOR ALL STUDENTS:

  ● Personal Bible

  ● Blue ballpoint pen

  ● Pencils (two (2) required at all times)

  ● Standard notebook paper

  ● Eraser

  ● Ruler

  ● PACE carrier or clipboard

  ● Tissues

  ● Small box for supplies

Elementary Department:

  ● Scissors

  ● Crayons

  ● Glue

High School Department:

  ● Compass (as needed)

  ● Protractor (as needed)

  ● Calculator (Math PACE 1075 and above)

  CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP TRAINING

 DEVOTIONS:  Daily devotions are given in each class by the staff every morning.  Principles of life are organized, outlined, illustrated, and discussed in these meaningful sessions.

 CHAPEL:  Weekly chapel sessions are held, during which the student identifies his/her education with Biblical principles and wisdom.  Students should bring their own Bible to all devotions, chapels, and special meetings.  King James Version is used for memorization.  Students are expected to attend the church of their choice each week.

  CHRISTIAN AMERICANISM

Christian Americanism places emphasis on the greatness of America’s heritage and the sacrifices of her heroes.  America’s Constitution guarantees liberties to educate in order to preserve freedom.  We unashamedly teach the Biblical doctrines of self-discipline, respect for those in authority, obedience to law and love for God, flag, and country.

 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE AMERICAN FLAG:

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.

 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE CHRISTIAN FLAG:

I pledge allegiance to the Christian flag, and to the Savior for Whose kingdom it stands, one Savior, crucified, risen, and coming again, with life and liberty for all who believe.

 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE BIBLE:

 I pledge allegiance to the Bible, God’s Holy Word.  I will make it a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.  I will hide its words in heart that I might not sin against God.

 LEVEL “E” RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.  Complete 2 PACEs listed on the chart

 2.  Maintain academic balance. (per quarter)

  3.  Accumulate no detention the preceding week.

4.  Memorize scripture. 

 5.  Read and report of a literature book selected from a prepared list.

 6.  Be available for participation in school activities.

 7.  Must be engaged in some community service on a regular basis (i.e., music, drama, visiting, church-related service.) 

LEVEL “E” PRIVILEGES:  (SOME EXAMPLES) 

  1. Longer morning break. 

 2.  May read approved literature or listen to inspirational tapes in office, after goals are done. 

   3.  May engage in approved extra-curricular activities in office (crafts,   puzzles, games, tapes, computer). 

   4.  May be out of seat with permission. 

   5.  May serve on approved projects (i.e., errands, office aid, and student monitor) 

      6.  May leave office and Learning Center at will for approved projects  

May attend approved off-campus functions of a spiritual nature (i.e., Biblical conference, work for a characterized political candidate).

 PRIVILEGES MAY VARY IN EACH LEARNING CENTER

 *Academic balance means having the same number of PACEs completed in each subject every three weeks.

 APPLICATION FOR PRIVILEGES:  Students who believe they have fulfilled the responsibilities for a level of privilege status and desire privilege status, should assume responsibility for requesting an Application for Privileges form on the Friday preceding their desired week of privileges.  They should complete the form and submit it that day.  On Monday, the student will be presented with the privilege status emblem to display during the week.  A student may earn more and more privileges as he/she assumes more and more responsibilities.

 STUDENT MERITS

 Students are awarded merits for good behavior.  Merits may be traded for prizes from the merit box or used for a free day off school, or lunch off campus.  Merit days must be approved in advance by the parent/guardian, Supervisor and Principal.

 REMEMBER – Privileges are incentives designed to promote learning achievement.

  ATTENDANCE 

A written excuse signed by a parent/guardian must be presented to the Office when a student returns to school after an absence in order for the absence to be excused.  If the absence is foreseeable, a note should be sent in advance.  Doctor, dental, music and other appointments are to be scheduled after school hours, whenever possible.  

Absence for reasons other than for sickness and emergencies will be excused only if arrangements are made in advance with the Office and the student is sufficiently advanced in his/her work.  Excessive absences will inhibit the student’s progress.  If, in the opinion of the administration, the absences are unnecessary, the student will be considered truant.

  A student is considered tardy if he/she is not in the Learning Center on time.  The student must check in at the office and obtain a pass before entering the Learning Center.  A demerit will be given.  Continued tardiness will necessitate a conference with parent/guardian and Principal, possibly leading to revocation of student privileges or suspension.

   Three tardies count as one absence.  Twenty absences in a school year can result in the loss of credit.  Losing credits may result in not being able to graduate.  If any of the absences or tardies are unexcused, then all tardies and absences count against the student.  Suspensions are counted as unexcused absences.

   Exceptions made for one does not necessarily imply exceptions for anyone else.

   LOST AND FOUND

  The Lost and Found Department of the school is operated from the school office.  At the end of a reasonable time, all items, which have not been picked up, will become the property of the school and may be disposed of through a student auction or donated to charity.

 AWARDS PROGRAM 

Awards of different sorts highlight the annual Awards Program held each spring.  Students compete during the year to attain these awards.  Following is a sample list of awards commonly presented (not complete, subject to change):

   LEARNING CENTER AWARDS

  ● Most 100s

  ● Highest PACE Average

  ● Most PACEs Completed

  ● Bible Reading Awards

  ● Penmanship Certificates

  ● Scripture Memorization

  ● Perfect Attendance

  ● Honor Roll

  ● Literature Certificates

  ● Most Improved Student

  ● International Honors Certificate (Seniors)

  ● Christian Service Award