Coosa Christian School A ministry of CrossPoint Community Church Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us. Romans 8:37 Mission Statement Coosa Christian exists to challenge young people to know Jesus Christ as Lord, to develop a Biblical philosophy of life, to love others as themselves, to become contributing citizens, and to increase academic knowledge and acquire skills necessary to serve others.
Administration Amanda Justus Principal Dear Parents: Your children are your most important possession. It is important that the education they get compliments rather than contradicts the spiritual and moral values you are teaching at home. At CCS, we recognize your awesome responsibility and are committed to helping you. We teach Biblical values and help your children apply them in their everyday experiences. While your student is learning these important truths, he is also getting a quality education. Our experienced teachers not only impart knowledge, but they also have a genuine concern for each student in their care. If you want the best for your student; if you want him to receive spiritual training along with a superior academic program; if you want him to be associated with other young people with similar values; then we invite you to consider CCS. Please call us at 547-1841 for more information on how we can help you provide the proper spiritual foundation for your student. Sincerely, Amanda Justus Principal Coosa Christian School is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and by Alabama Independent School Association.
VISION Coosa Christian School s vision is to provide a safe place for those desiring the highest standards in academics, activities, and athletics in which Christ is the foundation. CCS has a goal to equip our students with the character and skills needed to serve others. Our desire is to Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it. Proverbs 22:6 VALUES 1. CCS is committed to the highest values spiritually and academically. We strive to encourage our children to excel to their best abilities with the Scripture being the basis of our teaching. We teach a Bible-based, Biblical world view curriculum to solidify a spiritual foundation in each student. 2. CCS is committed to maintaining Christ as the foundation for Education. We will communicate to every student about His love for all and about His character. We believe that Christ is the Lord of all and choose to listen to the calling and leadership He has for CCS. 3. CCS is committed to Integrity. As Christians, we believe we should teach our students to have high moral principles and learn to be responsible. 4. CCS is committed to have a family relationship. Our desire is to strengthen the relationships within our school and church families. Where there is no vision, the people perish... Proverbs 29:18a
Purpose Statement: Biblical Worldview The Godhead We believe in one God, eternally existing in three persons Father, Son, and Holy Spiritthese three being identical in essence, equal in power and glory and possessing precisely the same attributes and perfections. The Holy Scriptures We believe the Scriptures, both Old and New Testaments, to be the verbally inspired Word of God, written by men under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit in the original manuscripts, and the final authority in faith and life. The Person and Work of Christ We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ, the eternal Son of God, became a man without ceasing to be God, having been conceived of the Holy Spirit, and born of a virgin, in order that He might reveal God and redeem sinful man. This redemption He accomplished by voluntarily giving Himself as a substitutionary sacrifice for our sins on the cross, thereby satisfying God s righteous judgments against sin. After substantiating the accomplishment of redemption by His bodily resurrection from the grave, He ascended to the right hand of His Father where He intercedes on behalf of those who trust Him. The Person and Work of the Holy Spirit We believe that the Holy Spirit is the Divine Person who convicts the world of sin, that He alone brings new life to those who are spiritually dead, and that He baptizes (or places) all believers into the one true Church, the Body of Christ, that He indwells them permanently, seals them unto the day of redemption, bestows spiritual gifts upon them and fills those who are yielded to Him. The Condition of Man We believe that man was created in the image and the likeness of God in innocence and without sin, but that in Adam s sin the race fell, inherited a sinful nature, became spiritually dead, and alienated from God and now man in and of himself is incapable of remedying his lost and depraved condition. Salvation We believe that salvation is the gift of God s grace, freely bestowed upon all who believe by faith in the finished work of Jesus Christ at Calvary, apart from human meritorious work. All who so trust the Savior are forgiven of their sins and born into the family of God by the regenerating work of the Holy Spirit.
C C S Educating for Eternity HISTORY OF COOSA CHRISTIAN Bro. Phillip Ellen became pastor of Whites Chapel in 1966, later to be called CrossPoint Community Church. He was greatly concerned that public schools had left the Christian principles they were founded upon. Led by the Lord, Bro. Phillip decided to go into the Christian school business. Coosa Christian School came into existence in 1972 as a ministry of White s Chapel Baptist Church under Phillip Ellen. In 1982, Mr. C. Michael Davis became administrator and High School principal of Coosa Christian. Under Bro. Phillip s leadership and Mike Davis guidance, Coosa Christian School was fully accredited in 1994. Today, the school continues our legacy of providing academic excellence based on Biblical principles. Coosa Christian School 2736 Wills Creek Rd Gadsden, Alabama 35904 www.coosachristianschool.com PHONE (256) 547-1841 FAX (256) 547-0045
SCHOOL FACTS Type of School: Christian, Independent School Grades Included: Daycare - 12th Total Enrollment: 240 Teaching Faculty: 24 Accreditation: AdvancEd/SACS and Alabama Independent School Association School Year: 180 Days Divided into Two Semesters COMMUNITY The school facility is located in the center of Etowah County. Students live in Gadsden and the counties of Etowah, St. Clair, DeKalb, Marshall, Cherokee, Calhoun, and Blount.
Faculty & Staff Come, ye children, hearken unto me: I will teach you the fear of the Lord. Psalm 34:11
CCS 2012 Achievement Test Results Tenth Edition National Percentage Grade 2 Language 77 Mathematics 74 Reading 78 Complete Battery 71 The national average is considered to be 50. Grade 4 Grade 6 Language 67 Mathematics 72 Reading 75 Complete Battery 70 Language 69 Mathematics 70 Reading 67 Complete Battery 68 Grade 8 NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY CCS admits students without regard to race, color, and national or ethnic origin. Language 71 Mathematics 70 Reading 72 Complete Battery 70
Classes Offered at Coosa Christian High School Units (credits) toward graduation begin in grade 9. We award an advanced diploma to those who successfully complete the College Preparatory track and general diploma to those who successfully complete the General Studies track. These tracks are as follows: Grade 7th Bible Computer English (Grammar, Vocabulary, Spelling, Poetry, Literature) Mathematics I Life Science Social Studies (History) Physical Education Grade 8th Bible Computer English (Grammar, Vocabulary, Spelling, Poetry, Literature) Mathematics II (Pre-Algebra) Earth Science Social Studies (History) Physical Education 1. COLLEGE PREPATORY UNITS COURSE 2 *Bible 4 English 4 Mathematics 4 Science 4 History/Social Science 2 Foreign Language 1 P.E. ½ Computer Science 1 Keyboarding ½ Health ½ Fine Arts ½ Research & Writing ½ Electives ½ Community Service 25 Grade 9th - 12th 2. GENERAL STUDIES UNITS COURSE 2 *Bible 4 English 4 Mathematics 4 Science 4 History/Social Science 1 Keyboarding ½ Health 1 P.E. ½ Computer Science ½ Fine Arts ½ Community Service 2 Electives 24 *Bible one half-credit per year enrolled at CCS. Coosa has had three National Merit Finalists. The units above are required to receive a diploma as listed. Units are earned on a semester basis. Electives may be chosen from the following subjects: Driver Education (at GSCC) Physical Education Yearbook production 1 & 2 Spanish 1 & 2 In addition, students in the General Studies Track may take one or more College Preparatory classes.
CONQUEROR ATHLETICS At Coosa Christian we are dedicated to bringing out the best in our student athletes. Our goal is to build competitive men and women that understand the value of individual effort coupled with team goals and that a true winner always does their best never to glorify self, but always to the glory of God. The Conquerors compete in the following sports: Varsity & Junior Varsity Football Varsity & Junior Varsity Basketball Varsity & Junior Varsity Baseball Cheerleading Cross Country Volleyball Softball Soccer Coach Richard Hollingsworth - Athletic Director
Hebrews 12:1 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us.
Girls Athletics
Our athletic program is committed to attaining the highest level of these character traits: integrity, commitment and teamwork. These build relationships both on and off the field.
The Admissions Committee of the School reviews the following guidelines to determine an enrollee s admission: 1. Academic record. A C average from the prior semester and standardized test stanine minimum of 5 are required. 2. SAT test results. 3. Willingness to comply with all school rules. 4. Reason(s) for wishing to enroll and/or transfer. 5. Parental cooperation. 6. Behavior record. The Admissions Committee places heavy emphasis on a transferring student s performance in his prior school. Generally, he must be in good standing at the prior school to be accepted. Our decision is based more on prior performance than future expectations. If the student has special needs, Coosa Christian School cannot accomodate. Our school does not have a special education program. Mild exceptionalities will be considered on an individual basis. To be enrolled in first grade a student must be six years of age by September 1. To facilitate this standard, a student cannot be enrolled in Kindergarten unless he is five years of age by September 1. Upon acceptance, parents are required to complete and sign the parental agreement on the registration form and fulfill the following requirement for admission: 1. The registration fee 2. The immunization slip (Blue slip) 3. Copy of Social Security Card 4. Copy of Birth Certificate ADMISSIONS POLICY
Registration Rates for 2013-14 Kindergarten $200.00 K5-12th $250.00 Tuition rates per student Kindergarten 3-4... $1,950.00 Kindergarten 5-6th.. $3,550.00 Grades 7th-12th $3,750.00 Three or more.. $7,450.00 Second Child Discount $50.00 Options for Tuition Payment 1. Single payment- 5% discount if paid by June 30 2. Semester plan- 2% discount paid by the 10th day of each semester 3. Credit Card- no discount 5 payments due 1st business day of August, October, December, February, and April. Visa and MC only 3% charge for CC payments and $30 handling fee for rejected payments. 4. Post dated checks for 10 or 12 months ($30 fee for returned checks) 5. Monthly automatic payment- withdrawal from your checking or savings account. (All automatic payments must be paid through SMART tuition. 10 or 12 Payments.) If a student(s) withdraws anytime during the school year after August 1, a withdrawal fee equal to 10% of tuition will be assessed. For Senior High Students, we participate in the Dual-Enrollment program with Gadsden State Community College. High school students are permitted to take/attend college courses. It is possible to complete a year of college before graduation from high school.
FORMER GRADUATES From time to time we are asked where our students go ATI Program-Institute after graduation. Graduates from the previous of Basic Life Principals classes have attended or are attending the Auburn University institution of higher education listed Berry College alphabetically. Many have already Belhaven College graduated. This list has been Birmingham Southern College compiled to the best of our Bob Jones University knowledge and may not include all institutions Cumberland School of Law that have been David Lipscomb University attended. DeVry College Duke University Florida Bible College Florida State University Huntingdon College Jacksonville State University Judson College Liberty University Mississippi Blue Mountain Bible College Regent University Law School Samford University Shorter College Southern Seminary Tennessee State University Tennessee Temple University Toccoa Bible College Troy University University of Alabama University of Alabama-Birmingham University of Alabama-Huntsville (UAH) University of Mobile University of South Alabama University of West Alabama United States Military Academy at West Point Wallace State
cut here cut here cut here Coosa Christian School Enrollment Form 20-20 Application to Grade STUDENT INFORMATION Student s Name Last First Middle Preferred Name Address Home Phone City State Zip Date of Birth Age Sex Race Student s Social Security Number Place of Birth Last School Attended Address Reason for Changing Schools Student resides with Both Parents Mother Father Other If Other, Name Phone Medical conditions/medications: PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION Father Address Place of Employment Work Phone Work Address Cell Phone E-Mail Mother Address Place of Employment Work Phone Work Address Cell Phone E-Mail Registration Date Registration Payment $ Check # Cash CC Tuition Method Full 1 / 2 Semester CC Automatic Office Use Only Emergency Contact Other Than Parent: Emergency Contact # 1 Relationship Home Phone Cell Phone Work Phone Emergency Contact # 2 Relationship Home Phone Cell Phone Work Phone Alert Phone Numbers Coosa uses an automated system for parent alerts. Please list phone numbers in the order you wish us to call. Name: Phone: Name: Phone: Name: Phone: Name: Phone:
Person Responsible for Account Phone Mailing Address Street or P.O. Box City State Zip E-Mail Address Tuition Payment Method: Please circle the payment method you will be using. Single Payment 5% discount if paid by June 30 Semester Plan 2% discount due by the 10 th day of each semester Credit Card No discount 5 payments due 1 st business day of August, October, December, February, and April 3% charge for using CC ($30 handling fee for rejected CC s) Visa, MC only Post dated check for 10 or 12 months ($30 handling fee for returned checks) Monthly Automatic Payment withdrawal from your checking or savings account STATEMENT OF COOPERATION All monthly payments must be paid through SMART tuition. 10 or 12 months option 1. We, the parents/guardian of the within named student, certify that we fully comply with the philosophy of Coosa Christian School and will cooperate with teachers and administration in the educational process of our student. 2. We herby invest authority in the school to discipline our student as may be deemed necessary. We further agree that we will cooperate and discipline our student at home when needed. 3. We understand that assessments will be made to cover damage to school property, including breakage of windows, abuse of books, etc., caused by the student. 4. We understand the policy of the school is to make no refunds of registration fees. We understand if a student(s) withdraws anytime during the school year after August 1, a withdrawal fee equal to 10% of yearly tuition will be assessed. 5. We understand that tuition payments are made as arranged. A late fee of $50.00 will be assessed if account becomes 1 month in arrears. We further understand that report cards will be withheld and grades not released until account is cleared or satisfactory arrangements are made with our accounting department. In the event of non-payment, it is understood that parents, legal guardians, or persons responsible for the account will pay all fees of collection. Students will be permanently withdrawn from school after three consecutive or intermittent months of non payment of tuition. 6. Final transcripts will be released upon payment of account. We understand that no student can graduate until account is clear. 7. We accept the responsibility to see that the student fully complies with all school policies and rules at all times. 8. We accept responsibility to see that the student meets the school dress code. 9. We also give permission for our student to take part in all school activities, including sports and school sponsored trips away from the school premises and absolve the school from liability to us because of any injury to our student at school or during school activities. 10. We give permission for our student s photographic image to be used in school publications, brochures, websites, and other promotional materials. This permission extends beyond the student s enrollment. I have read and agree to abide by all of the above policies. Signed Signed Date Registration Rates K3-K4 $200.00 K3-K4 Tuition Rates $1950.00 K5-6 th K5-12 th $250.00 $3550.00 7 th - 12 th $3750.00 3 or more students $7450.00 Second Child Discount *ADDITIONAL INTERNATIONAL PROCESSING FEE $1250.00 $50.00 cut here cut here cut here
Dr. Chuck Conley Pastor Sundays Small Group Bible Studies Kidz Church Worship Service Tuesdays & Thursdays Ladies Bible Study SAM Club Potluck Dinner 2nd Tuesday 9:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 6:00 p.m. & 9:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. Wednesdays AWANA Bible Clubs/Wacky Wednesdays Bible Study and Prayer United Student Worship 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Fridays Celebrate Recovery 5:15 p.m. 2730 WILLS CREEK ROAD GADSDEN, AL 35904 256-546-9236 www.crosspoint.cc
Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen. Matthew 28:19-20 To schedule a tour, call Elementary (256) 547-3714 or High School (256) 547-1841 or visit our website at www.coosachristianschool.com