FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Appl. Received: Testing: 21141 Strathmoor Lane Huntington Beach, CA 92646 (714) 962-6617 Fax (714) 962-3171 www.bchs.net info@bchs.net Brethren Christian Junior & Senior High School, Inc. Interview: Reg. Fee: APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION Brethren Christian Junior & Senior High School welcomes all applicants regardless of race, color national origin, ancestry, or sex who have a personal commitment to faith in Christ and desire a high-quality, Christian education. Students and at least one parent must profess a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and attend a Bible-teaching church. The student must be prepared spiritually, academically, socially and physically to meet the rigors of a well-defined, mainstream, English-only, Christian educational program. Student s Name: Age: Boy: Girl: Last First M.I. U. S. Address: Social Security No. City / Zip: Home Phone: Ethnicity (Optional): Father s Cell: Mother s Cell: Primary email: Birth Date: Mo Day Yr Birth Place: Last Grade: Applying to Enter Grade: Last school attended (include address): Has student attended Brethren Christian Junior & Senior High School at any time in the past? When: List names and ages of siblings: Name any relative who attends or has attended Brethren Christian: Does the student have any special needs physically, emotionally, or academically? Yes No Explain Are two parents in the home? Unusual factors in the student s life: Is there any court order in effect limiting the presence of, or removal of student by any person during school hours? Dated: ; # ; Explain FATHER / STEPFATHER / GUARDIAN Name: Address:(if different from above) Occupation: Employer: MOTHER / STEPMOTHER / GUARDIAN Name: Address:(if different from above) Occupation: Employer: Work Phone: ( ) - Work Phone: ( ) - I hereby give consent to the following: 1. My student may go on field trips and other school-sponsored activities. 2. The administration has full discretion in the discipline of my child in accord with school policy, including dismissal. 3. The administration has full authority for grade or course placement. 4. The administration may dismiss my student if he/she does not fully cooperate in the educational process. Signature of Parents: (please circle the correct title) Father / Stepfather / Guardian Mother / Stepmother / Guardian
PARENT QUESTIONNAIRE (To be filled out by the PARENTS. Please print.) 1. Has the student had any difficulties with academics or behavior in school? Yes No 2. Has the student had any problems with truancy or the use of alcohol, tobacco or drugs? Yes No 3. Has the student ever been suspended from school? Yes No 4. Has the student ever been expelled from school? Yes No 5. Has the student been in difficulty with civil authorities? Yes No 6. Church: Pastor: How often do you attend: Adult Sunday School class? AM Worship? PM Worship? Are you and your family committed to regular church attendance? 7. Why have you chosen to apply at Brethren Christian? How did you hear about the school? 8. How do you promote Christian living in your home? 9. RELATIONSHIP WITH THE LORD JESUS CHRIST I have received the Lord Jesus Christ as my Savior and am committed to serve Him with my whole heart. It is my desire that my attitudes and actions will bring glory to Him. If you wholeheartedly agree with the previous statement please sign below: FATHER: MOTHER: DATE: DATE: 10. COMMITMENT TO BRETHREN CHRISTIAN JUNIOR & SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL I am committed to support the policies of the school as stated in the Parent & Student Handbook. I will speak positively of the school and its personnel. If I have concerns or questions, I will direct them to the appropriate individuals. The parties to this agreement are Christians and believe that the Bible commands them to make every effort to live at peace and to resolve disputes with each other in private or within the Christian community in conformity with the Biblical injunctions of 1 Corinthians 6:1-8, Matthew 5:23-24, and Matthew 18:15-20. Therefore, the parties agree that any claim or dispute arising out of, or related to, this agreement or to any aspect of the school relationship, including any claim or statutory claims, shall be settled by Biblically-based mediation. If resolution of the dispute and reconciliation do not result from such efforts, the matter shall then be submitted to a panel of three arbitrators for binding arbitration. The selection of arbitrators and the arbitration process shall be conducted in accordance with the ` of Procedure for Christian Conciliation of the Institute for Christian Conciliation as printed in the Christian Coalition Handbook (copies available in the office.) The parties agree that these methods shall be the sole remedy for any controversy or claim arising out of the school relationship or this agreement and expressly waive their right to file a lawsuit against one another in any civil court for such disputes, except to enforce a legally binding arbitration decision. Each party regardless of the outcome of the matter, agrees to bear the cost of his/her/its own arbitrator and one-half of the fees and costs of the neutral arbitrator and any other arbitration expenses. FATHER: DATE: MOTHER: DATE: STUDENT: DATE:
STUDENT QUESTIONNAIRE (To be filled out by the STUDENT. Please print.) 1. Student Name Home Phone: Address: Email: 2. Age: Date of Birth: Grade upon entering: 3. Is it your personal desire to attend Brethren Christian Junior & Senior High School? 4. What are your future educational/career goals? 5. Have you won any special prizes or awards in school? If so, what? 6. Have you held any offices in school or church groups? If so, what? 7. Do you play a musical instrument? If so, which? For how long? 8. Have you played on an athletic team? What sport? Where? When? 9. Have you ever participated in choir or drama? When? 10. What do you do with your free time? 11. Have you received Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior of your life? If yes, please explain below: 12. Do you read the Bible? If yes, how often? 13. If you are a Christian, do you tell others? How can others tell you are a Christian? 14. Have you ever been on a mission trip? If so, where? 15. How do you plan to serve God as a student at Brethren Christian? 16. What church do you attend? How often do you attend? What church activities/events do you attend? 17. If you are accepted as a student, do you promise to abide by the rules of the school as stated in the Parent & Student Handbook and to use your influence to protect the good name of the school, its building and property? 18. I will support the policies of the school as stated in the Parent & Student Handbook and I commit to regular attendance at my church while a student at Brethren Christian. Signature of Student Date:
General Entrance Requirements Brethren Christian welcomes all applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, or gender who have a personal commitment to faith in Christ and desire a quality Christian education. Applicants must be prepared spiritually, academically, socially and physically to meet the requirements of Brethren Christian s English only educational program. Admission requirements include: Student and at least one parent must be born-again Christians Student and at least one parent must regularly attend church Student must have scored in at least the 60th percentile in Total Reading and Total Mathematics sections on the most recent Achievement Testing. If scores are below the 60th percentile, further consideration and/or diagnostic testing may be required A 2.25 GPA or better is required upon entrance Student and at least one parent must agree wholeheartedly with the Statement of Faith (part of our application packet) and signify that agreement by their signatures. To apply... Submit a completed application along with: Registration fee (If you are not accepted, all but $50 will be returned to you) Most Recent Report Card, Unofficial Transcript, and Achievement Test Scores Immunization Records Be sure to have your Administrator, Church and Teacher reference forms sent directly to Brethren Christian. When the school receives ALL of the above your application will be reviewed. The school will then contact you to schedule an interview with the student and a parent. (Please Initial that you have read the following note.) Note to ALL Students: Courses required for graduation must first be taken at Brethren Christian. Courses not offered by Brethren Christian may be available online for credit. To be sure you know all your options and to ensure that you do not take a course that will not meet BC graduation requirements or course prerequisites ALWAYS check with the BC academic dean s office FIRST. Please see BC Parent-Student Handbook (available online) for more information or contact the school at www.info@bchs if you have a question.
Statement of Faith Brethren Christian is committed to following God s Word in every aspect of the school s faith, teaching and practice. This Statement of Faith expresses the school s understanding of the primary doctrines of scripture. Part One is the school s understanding of the doctrines that are absolutely essential. It defines the boundaries of this faith-community. Every employee, student, and at least one parent must whole-heartedly agree with all of Part One. Part Two is the school s understanding of important doctrines of scripture that are foundational to its curriculum and teaching, past, present and future. The school recognizes that many spiritually mature and intelligent Christians who are serious students of God s Word differ on these issues. Part One: ESSENTIALS OF THE FAITH THE BIBLE: We believe that the Word of God, the sixty-six Books of the Old and New Testaments, verbally inspired in all parts, and therefore wholly without error as originally given of God is the sole authority for the faith, doctrine and practice of all believers. (2 Timothy 3:16; and 2 Peter 1:21). THE TRIUNITY OF GOD: We believe the one true God exists eternally as three persons - the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit (Mark 12:29, 30; Matt. 28:19 and II Cor. 13:14). THE FATHER: We believe the Father is the Creator of all mankind, the author of our salvation before the world began, the Father of the Lord Jesus Christ and, in a very special way, the Father of all who believe in Jesus Christ for salvation (Acts 17:29; Ephesians 1:3-6; Matthew 3:17; and Galatians 3:26). THE SON: We believe Jesus Christ is God manifest in the flesh by virgin birth. Being fully God and fully human, He lived a sinless life, died in our place for our sins, bodily arose from the dead, ascended into heaven where He is seated at the right hand of God, possessing all authority in heaven and earth. He is currently preparing a place for us, is our high priest, the Head of His body, the church, and is coming again to set up His earthly kingdom. (John 1:1, 14:29; Matt. 1:18-23; Heb. 4:15; I Pet. 3:18; I Cor. 15:3-19; Acts 1:9-11 and John 14:1-6). THE HOLY SPIRIT: We believe the Holy Spirit convicts the world of sin, righteousness and judgment. At every believer's point of conversion, the Holy Spirit causes spiritual rebirth, indwells, seals, bestows gifts, and baptizes the believer into the body of Christ. He continues to sanctify, guide, teach and fill the believer who walks in obedience to the Living Word. (Acts 5:3,4; John 16:7-13; John 3:5; Romans 8:9; Eph. 4:30; I Cor. 6:11, 19; Romans 8:14; John 14:16-17 and Eph. 5:18-21). MAN: We believe in mankind s direct creation in the image of God and that human life begins at conception. Through Adam, mankind fell into sin resulting in spiritual death for all, leaving all humans in need of salvation. (Genesis 1:26-28; Genesis 3:1-24 and Romans 5:12) SALVATION: We believe in a complete, eternal and individual salvation from sin, death and hell into an eternal relationship with God by His grace alone, received as a gift through personal faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and His finished work on the cross (Ephesians 2:8-9; Titus 3:5-7 and 1 Peter 1:18-19). THE CHURCH: We believe all believers from Pentecost to the return of Jesus Christ are members of the body of Christ, the Church, which Christ is continuing to build. This body is manifest on earth in local churches where believers should assemble for teaching, fellowship, prayer, praise, and ministry (Eph. 1:22,23, 3:4-6, 5:32; Matt. 16:18 and Acts 2:42-47). THE CHRISTIAN LIFE: We believe every believer has been given the joyful privilege of an on-going, moment-bymoment relationship with the God of the universe. Through His Spirit, He empowers believers to live a life of faith and love. God s purpose for believers is to bring good into a fallen world through them. God s purposes for each individual are unique and His plan is for good not evil. As the scriptures teaches, the believer is to live a life of righteousness and good works, maintain a Godly home, settle differences with believers within the Church, exhibit the fruit and fullness of the Spirit, and fulfill the Great Commission in making disciples of all nations. Believers are to be separated unto God from worldliness and any conduct or lifestyle that is condemned or not clearly affirmed
or supported by Scripture (including but not limited to, sex outside of a legal marriage, bisexuality and homosexuality or any belief condoning such conduct, lifestyle or sexual orientation as morally acceptable or legitimate) which thwarts God s redeeming work in this world. (Rom. 1:18-32; Rom. 12:1-2; Eph.2:8-10, 5:22,6:4; I Cor. 6:1-8; Gal. 5:16-23; Eph. 5:18-20; I Peter 4:10-22; Matt. 28: 19-20 and Acts 1:8) Part Two: ADDITIONAL TEACHING POSITIONS ANGELS: We believe God created all angels. Some angels remain faithful to God and are God s ministering spirits to His people (Gen. 1:1; Ps. 33:6; Heb. 1:13-14). SATAN AND DEMONS: We believe Satan is real and an adversary to God and mankind. Some angels followed Satan in his prideful rebellion against God and became demonic adversaries of God and all mankind. These angels are limited by God s omnipotence, and await final incarceration in the lake of fire. (Rev. 12:3-4; Matt. 12:24-27; Job 2:1-2; Rev. 20:10; Matt. 25:41; Col. 2:15, Eph. 6:12). BAPTISM: We believe water baptism is an act of obedience, but not essential for salvation. (Acts 2:38; I Peter 3:21). SANCTITY OF LIFE: We believe human life begins at conception, therefore the abortion of innocent human life (except when the mother s life is in imminent danger) is abhorrent. (Psalms 51:5; 139:13-16). SPIRITUAL GIFTS: We believe that the Holy Spirit gives spiritual gifts to all believers in order to edify the body of Christ (the church). We do not believe that any specific gift is required for salvation or spiritual maturity. FUTURE LIFE: We believe Jesus Christ is coming back before the Tribulation to remove His Church to heaven. Following the Tribulation period of seven years, He will return to this earth with His saints and angels to rule and reign for 1,000 years after this will be "eternity future" where all believers will live eternally with God in a new heaven and earth. (Daniel 9:24-27; Matthew 24:15-31; Matt. 25:46; John 3:16, 5:24, 10:27; 14:1-3; I Thessalonians 1:10, 4:13-18, 5:1-9; II Thessalonians 1:7-10; Revelation 3:10, 19:11-16, 20:4-6,21-22). ISRAEL: We believe that Israel is God s chosen national people. In God s sovereign will, Israel serves as a channel of His blessing to the entire world for His glory, and His witness to the nations (Isa. 43:10). God s election of Israel for this unique relationship is irrevocable (Ro. 11:28-29). We believe Israel is distinct from the church and central to God s plan, past, present, and future. The unfulfilled prophecies given to Israel in the Old Testament will find their literal fulfillment in Israel at a future time (Gen. 28:13; Isa. 43:7; 43:10; Psalm105:6-10; Romans 11:28-29). I have read, understand and agree wholeheartedly with Part One of the Brethren Christian Statement of Faith. If at any time I find myself out of harmony with any of the tenets of Part One I will voluntarily withdraw (or dis-enroll) my student from school. I understand that Part Two is the official position of the school. Father: Date: Mother: Date: Student: Date:
CONFIDENTIAL ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION Please fax, mail or scan and email directly to Brethren Christian. 21141 Strathmoor Lane Huntington Beach, CA 92646 (714) 962-6617 Fax (714) 962-3171 www.bchs.net info@bchs.net Brethren Christian Junior & Senior High School, Inc. 1. Student s Name: Date: 2. What grade did the student enter your school? 3. Evaluate the school/parent relationship: Excellent Cooperative Neutral Uncooperative in certain areas Please explain: 4. Student s academic record in your school: Excellent Good Fair Poor 5. Has the student had any disciplinary problem while at your school? 6. Has the student ever been suspended or expelled from any school including yours? 7. Can you recommend that this student attend Brethren Christian Junior & Senior High School? If no, Please explain: 8. Does the student s daily lifestyle indicate a personal relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ? If no, please explain: 9. Do the parents evidence a personal relationship with Christ? Name printed: School Phone: Signature:
CONFIDENTIAL CHURCH RECOMMENDATION To be completed by someone in a ministry position with your student at church such as pastor, youth pastor or Sunday School teacher. Please fax, mail or scan and email directly to Brethren Christian. 21141 Strathmoor Lane Huntington Beach, CA 92646 (714) 962-6617 Fax (714) 962-3171 www.bchs.net info@bchs.net Brethren Christian Junior & Senior High School, Inc. Applicant: Grade Entering: 1. How long have you known this student? 2. How long has the student attended your church? 3. How well do you feel you know the student: Casually Personally Know facts about 4. Please indicate the regularity of the student s attendance for the following: Not Involved Approx. 1x/mo. Approx. 2x/mo. Regularly 3-4x/mo. Sunday School AM Church PM Church Youth Activities Other 5. Does the student hold any leadership position? What? 6. Do the student s parents attend regularly (3-4 times a month)? 7. In what ministries are the parents involved? 8. How would you characterize the student s behavior? Please check the appropriate box. Rate the student in light of your knowledge or observation. 5=strongest 1=lowest N/A=No knowledge 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 9. Outgoing? 16. Hard working? 10. Respectful? 17. Optimistic? 11. Dependable? 18. Self-controlled? 12. Teachable? 19. Reliable? 13. Stable? 20. Argumentative? 14. Helpful? 21. Honest? 15. Self-Starting? 22. Persistent?
23. How would you rate the student s potential influence at our school? (please circle one...) very good good indifferent bad very bad over, please 24. Have you ever known the student to be involved with illegal drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or sexual immorality? 25. Does the student display an obedient and honoring attitude toward his/her parents? 26. Do you recommend this student for attendance at Brethren Christian Junior & Senior High School? Please explain: Name printed: Position: Signature: Date: Church: Church Phone: City, ST Zip:
CONFIDENTIAL TEACHER RECOMMENDATION To be filled out by a current ACADEMIC Teacher Please fax, mail, or scan and email directly to Brethren Christian. 21141 Strathmoor Lane Huntington Beach, CA 92646 (714) 962-6617 Fax (714) 962-3171 www.bchs.net info@bchs.net Brethren Christian Junior & Senior High School, Inc. Applicant s Name: Grade Entering: How long have you known the applicant? Please rate the applicant for each characteristic by checking the appropriate box. 1. Teachability 2. Attitude toward others 3. Consideration of others 4. Attentiveness in class 5. Use of class time 6. Contribution to class discussion 7. Attendance 8. Completion of assignments 9. Effort on assignments 10. Reading/Language skills 11. Capability of C work or better 12. Social skills 13. Emotional balance 14. Grooming 15. Self-image Unknown Excellent Good Fair Poor 16. As a student has he/she been known to talk back or resist correction? 17. As a student, has he/she been known to be disruptive or overly talkative? 18. As a student, has he/she been known to cheat or plagiarize? 19. Does the student make wise choices in making friends? Are the student s friends a help or hindrance? 20. Has the student, to your knowledge, been suspended or expelled from school? If yes, please explain:
21. Have you known about or strongly suspected the student s use of tobacco, alcohol or illegal drugs? 22. How would you characterize the student s relationship with the opposite sex? 23. Please indicate with a circle how you would rate the applicant s overall influence in your class: very good good indifferent bad very bad 24. What level of academic success would you anticipate for this student at Brethren Christian? A B C D F 25. How would you describe the parents support of you, the teacher, in matters of discipline or school work? 26. Does the student s lifestyle indicate they have a personal relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ? Yes No 27. Do the parents evidence a personal relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ? Yes No Please add any additional comments or information: Name printed: Subject/Grade: Signature: Date: School: City, ST Zip: