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Mission Statement:
Crenshaw Christian Academy is designed to prepare its average to above-average students to meet
successfully the challenges of life. Through spiritual and academic development, limited counseling and
extra-curricular activities, CCA provides ample opportunities for students to reach their full potential. It is the
desire of all associated with Crenshaw Christian Academy that each student will fulfill all the duties and
responsibilities of a Christian citizen.

I. STATEMENT OF POLICY
This handbook is neither a contract nor an offer to contract. Crenshaw Christian Academy (CCA) reserves the
right to make changes in objective policies, policies, regulations, fees, and course offerings as circumstances
may require.

II. PURPOSE
The primary purpose of Crenshaw Christian Academy is to prepare each student to function in life's activities
in a God-honoring fashion. 1 Corinthians 14:40 says, "Let all things be done decently and in order."

CCA will stress academic training heavily and support the spiritual, social, and physical training required of
the home so that 1 Corinthians 14:40 may be a reality in each student's life.

III. ADMISSIONS POLICY
Students enrolling at CCA and their parent(s) agree to abide by the policies and educational philiosophy
practiced by CCA. When applying, the prospective student and parent(s) will be required to accomplish the
following before his first day of class:

1. Be interviewed by the Headmaster
2. Submit properly completed application forms
3. Read Parent-Student Handbook
4. Sign or provide the following forms:
a. Records release from previous school(s) for evaluation by the screening committee
b. Birth and vaccination certificates
c. Copy of latest report card; or if transferring during the school year, a grade withdrawal form
d. Social Security number
e. Admission application and contract
5. Meet the age requirements, based on 6 years by September 1 to enter first grade, and the ability to carry the
academic classes, based on entrance evaluations
6. Must be a candidate for graduations from transferring school, (having an acceptable score on all
standardized tests including the exit exam) and meet the CCA requirements for graduation whether entering
as a junior or a senior
7. Must not be in attendance or recommended to attend alternative school
8. Upon acceptance, pay the Foundation and Registration fees

NOTE: A STUDENT CONVICTED OF A FELONY WILL NOT BE ADMITTED TO CCA. A STUDENT MUST BE IN
GOOD STANDING IN ACADEMICS AND CITIZENSHIP FROM PREVIOUS SCHOOL(S) AND BE OF GOOD MORALS
AND HIGH ETHICAL STANDARDS.
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IV. PHILOSOPHY AND OBJECTIVES

Crenshaw Christian Academy was founded to fill a void in the spiritual and academic education of students in
Crenshaw County, Alabama. It was believed that the school should be an extension of the Christian home and
church, and help to preserve those things in our society that further the cause of Jesus Christ. CCA should
serve as a fortress for good in a changing world which is beset with a multitude of disruptions and negative
influences.

CCA is designed to train its students to meet successfully the challenges of life. Through spiritual and
academic training, and extra-curricular activities, students will develop to their full potential. It is the desire of
all associated with CCA that each student fulfills all the duties and responsibilities of Christian citizens.

V. ACADEMIC INFORMATION
CCA stands for quality education, and we will never be satisfied with less than the best.

A. FACULTY
All teachers are selected for their spiritual, moral, and academic qualifications by the Headmaster of CCA.
Each teacher is dedicated to Christian education and has a genuine love and concern for boys and girls. We
consider our faculty one of the greatest assets to our total educational program.

B. CURRICULUM
A BEKA textbooks published by Pensacola Christian College are used int eh elementary school. In the high
school the advanced curriculum is designed to meet the requirements of major colleges. Parents should
select the college which the student plans to attend and make the selection of courses in high school to
conform with the specific entrance requirements of the college.

C. HOMEWORK
Homework is given to students to develop mental discipline, to provide practice in new skills, and to reinforce
previously learned material. Homework assignments are the responsibility of the student. If your student
seems to spend excessive time doing homework, a conference with the teacher is in order.

D. FIELD TRIPS
Field trips will occasionally be scheduled as an extension of classroom learning. A permission form may be
sent in addition to the release in the back of the Handbook. Each child is expected to participate. If he does
not, the rules governing absences and unexcused work will apply (p.10). All rules in the Handbook apply since
the field trips are an extension of the class; behavior and dress must be representative of CCA.

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E. GRADE PLACEMENT/GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
In grades 9-12, credits are earned toward high school graduation. A student's grade status will be determined
according to a minimum number of required credits. The grades in the core curriculum determine the class
rank and honor students; the valedictorian and salutatorian must be in the advanced classes and must have
been a student at CCA his eleventh and twelfth grade years. (The elementary valedictorian and salutatorian
must have attended CCA his fifth and sixth grade years.)

1. There will be three diplomas issued: A standard diploma of 24 units; a college preparatory diploma of 24
units; and the AISA Advanced Honors Diploma of advance courses -- 25 units.
2. Selection of each student's course of study should be finalized prior to the student entering the current
grade and be noted in his file.
3. In order to participate in the graduation ceremony, the student must be receiving a diploma.

UNITS FOR GRADUATION 9-12 FOR THE CLASS OF 2006
AISA ADVANCED HONORS
4 units English (including Honors and AP)
4 units Social Studies (including World History and Honors)
4 units Mathematics (including Alg. II and Trig)
4 units Science (including 2 units with lab)
2 units Foreign Language
1/2 unit Computer Literacy
1 unit Physical Education
1/2 unit Health
1/2 unit Fine Arts
1/2 unit Research and Writing
1/2 Unit School and Community Service
3 1/2 units electives
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COLLEGE PREPARATORY DIPLOMA
4 units English (including Honors and AP)
4 units Social Studies (including World History)
4 units Mathematics (including Alg. II with Trig)
4 units Science (including Chemistry)
2 units Foreign Language
1/2 unit Computer Literacy
1 unit Physical Education
1/2 unit Health
1/2 unit Fine Arts
3 1/2 units electives
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