GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Enrollment Application 2017-2018 4210 59 th St. Red Deer, AB T4N 2M9 I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. They will come in and go out and find pasture. John 10:9
Welcome to Gateway Christian School! Dear Parents, The Red Deer Society for Christian Education would like to welcome you to the Gateway family, a family with a rich history! You may be wondering who the Society is. The Society is a group of parents and community members who are passionate about Christian Education. They are passionate about students experiencing and understanding more about God throughout their day as this supports what they are learning at home and at church. The foundation of this belief is outlined in the Statement of Faith on page 4. The Society s passion started years ago when it formed in 1954 and when they opened Red Deer Christian School in 1968. In 1999 the Society formulated an agreement for the Christian School to be offered as an Alternative Program within Red Deer Public School District. The Society s purpose moved from fully governing the school to supporting the distinct features of Christian Education through things like Teaching for Transformation, Worship Coordination and community building events. In 2005 the school s name was changed to Gateway Christian School. The Society s name has also been changed to the Red Deer Society for Christian Education. As a distinct Christian Alternative Program, the foundation that began in 1954 continues to unfold each day at Gateway. It is our hope that you and your child will experience the passion of this foundation. It is our hope that your child will come to know, understand and live out a relationship with a God who is Lord of All: to live a transformed life for Christ. It is our hope that he/she will meet Him through the relationships he/she develops here, through the subjects he/she studies as God is revealed to him/her in all topics and through the many faithnurturing experiences he/she embarks on within this community. We look forward to getting to know you and your family! The Red Deer Society for Christian Education
Dear Parents: Thank you for considering Gateway Christian School for your child s education. We hope that the submission of this application to Gateway Christian School will mark the beginning of a long and fruitful relationship for you, for your children, and for the school. By completing the attached application form and program fees agreement form, and returning these forms to the school office, you are initiating a process which includes an interview with the school administration. The interview will determine the suitability of the student s placement in the program. This process will be expedited as quickly as possible upon receipt of your application. In addition to the aforementioned forms, this package also includes the Mission Statement of the school, our Statement of Faith which outlines beliefs that form the basis of Gateway Christian School and a School Profile. Please take some time to read through and consider these documents as they provide an excellent explanation of who we are and where we are going. Again, thank you for considering Gateway Christian School. know you have made the right choice. We Red Deer Society for Christian Education & Gateway Christian School Council
Gateway Christian School Enrollment Procedure The principal will be responsible for the receipt of all applications for enrollment, the conduct of registration procedures, and for certification that all enrollment requirements and prerequisites have been properly met by the students and parent(s)/guardian(s). Application for enrollment shall be made with the GCS office. All persons seeking enrollment in must satisfactorily meet all age, academic, and other eligibility prerequisites of the school. The applicant must give satisfactory evidence of potential academic success in GCS s program, satisfactory social adjustment, behavior record and emotional stability. Students must be of suitable age for grade assigned. Grade level assignment is determined by the principal. The Enrollment Procedure will include, but may not be limited to, the following: a. Voluntary application for enrollment b. Adequate appropriate information supplied to parents including a description of Christian education and the school, and information on school fees. c. Signed Statement of Application form d. Participation in an interview with the principal. The interview may include the vice principal. Parent(s) or guardian(s) are to sign a Statement of Application stating: a. Their agreement with and understanding of the purpose and program of Christian education, b. Their desire that their child benefit from a Christian atmosphere and academic program, c. either their agreement with, or their voluntary subjection to, the Basis of the GCS, therefore indicating non-interference with the Christian direction of the school. The interview with the Administration should: a. normally be conducted with both parents or guardians present, b. fully appraise the parent(s)/guardian(s) understanding of the nature, purpose and program of the school, c. establish their motivation for applying for admission, indicating at least a sincere interest and desire for the child to realize the benefits of the Christian atmosphere and Christian academic program of the school and an understanding of program fees.
Mission Statement To provide a Christ-centered education so that students are equipped and encouraged to serve God joyfully in every area of life. Vision. to be a Christian community of learners. Statement of Faith On the foundation of God s infallible Word the Scriptures of the Old and New Testament we declare the following articles to be our summary statement of the Christian faith: God: There is one infinite and holy, loving and personal God who speaks to us in Scripture and reveals himself to us in his acts of creation, salvation, and renewal, as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. As finite beings created in God s image, we declare that it is our purpose, our privilege, and our joy to worship, honor, serve, and obey him. Creation: The world that is our home belongs to God, who created it and faithfully sustains it by his providence. Creation is the theater of God s glory, displaying his power and majesty. He calls us to discover creation s resources, to receive them with thanksgiving and delight as his gift, and to use them wisely as stewards and caretakers responsible to God and to our neighbor. Sin: Our ability to carry out our human calling to honor God, serve our neighbor, and care for the creation is marred by the corrosive effects of sin which touch every part of life. When our first parents listened to Satan s lie, questioned God s Word, and rebelled against him, they brought his judgment upon themselves, all their descendants, and the creation. Brokenness, disease, hate, arrogance, alienation, abuse of creation, and ultimately death, are the inevitable fruit of sin in our world. Covenant: However, God has not rejected or abandoned his world, but turned to it in love. He gave the rainbow to Noah as a pledge of his promise to care for all creatures. He formed a covenant with Abraham, promising to be a faithful God to him and his children, and through them to bless all nations. Through his servant Moses, God disclosed his law for the human community, promising rich blessing as the fruit of obedience. God always keeps his promises. We acknowledge with gratitude and joy that he is our God, we are his people, and this is his world. Redemption: As he promised, God in love sent Jesus Christ into the world to save it from sin and its consequences. The atoning death of the Son of God is the only payment for the debt of human sin, and his resurrection is the only liberation from the powers of evil and death. The victorious Lord sends the Holy Spirit to create faith, cleanse and renew hearts, and build a community of love and holiness. It is this community s mission to proclaim and live the good news, and to disciple the nations. Kingdom of God: Jesus Christ is King of Kings and Lord of Lords. His kingdom is the everlasting kingdom, and he reigns over all things for our good. To be a citizen of this kingdom is a privilege, a joy, and a responsibility. Led by his Spirit cultivating the fruit of love, joy, and peace we place our every thought, word, and deed in the service of Christ s present and coming reign. We live daily in the confident hope of his triumphant return.
Date Application Sent: Date Received: Date Interviewed: Date of Acceptance FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Registration Fee Paid: Grade Placement: Cum File Requested: Cum File Received: Waiting List: 1. Parental Information Enrollment Application Father s Name Address (Street, City or Town and Postal Code) Home Phone # Cell Phone # Work Phone # Email: Mother s Name Address (if different than above) (Street, City or Town and Postal Code) Home Phone # Cell Phone # Work Phone # Email: 2. Name(s) of child(ren) being enrolled: NAME BIRTHPLACE AGE SEX BIRTH DATE GRADE ENROLLMENT 3. Provide name(s) of school previously attended and name of last known teacher. Name of Child School Teacher
4. Have you read and do you agree with the Mission and Vision of Gateway Christian School? YES NO 5. Have you read and do you agree with Gateway Christian School s Statement of Faith? YES NO 6. How are you providing a home environment that supports and reinforces a Christian school program? 7. Is English your child s 1 st language? YES NO If no, would you like the school to provide an interpreter at your interview? YES NO 9. Please state why you wish to enroll your child (ren) at Gateway Christian School. Statement of Application: In submitting this application for enrollment of, I, his or her parent/guardian, do acknowledge my acceptance that: Gateway Christian School (GCS) has been established for the express purpose of providing Christ-centered education and that I agree with, or voluntarily subject to, the basis of Christian Education as outlined in the application for enrollment, therefore indicating non-interference with the Christian direction of the school. Parent/Guardian Signature Date
Student Information Sheet To help us provide the best possible educational experience for you and your children, please provide any information that you think would be important for the school to know about his/her strengths and/or challenges in the following areas. (Please note any extra assistance your children received during the past two years and whether that assistance was provided by their school or privately.) Student 1: Name: a. Academic: Please indicate academic level of student s previous work: b. Social/Behavioral: Please indicate the social/behavioral level of student: c. Spiritual Development: d. Interests & Hobbies: e. Medical (allergies, medications, etc.) f. Additional personal or family information: Student 2: Name: a. Academic: Please indicate academic level of student s previous work: b. Social/Behavioral: Please indicate the social/behavioral level of student: c. Spiritual Development: d. Interests & Hobbies: e. Medical (allergies, medications, etc.) f. Additional personal or family information:
Student Information Sheet To help us provide the best possible educational experience for you and your children, please provide any information that you think would be important for the school to know about his/her strengths and/or challenges in the following areas. (Please note any extra assistance your children received during the past two years and whether that assistance was provided by their school or privately.) Student 3: Name: a. Academic: Please indicate academic level of student s previous work: b. Social/Behavioral: Please indicate the social/behavioral level of student: c. Spiritual Development: d. Interests & Hobbies: e. Medical (allergies, medications, etc.) f. Additional personal or family information: Student 4: Name: a. Academic: Please indicate academic level of student s previous work: b. Social/Behavioral: Please indicate the social/behavioral level of student: c. Spiritual Development: d. Interests & Hobbies: e. Medical (allergies, medications, etc.) f. Additional personal or family information:
RED DEER SOCIETY FOR CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Our Mission is to encourage and facilitate Christian education and lifelong learning in our community, and to ensure that Gateway Christian School provides an accessible, Christ centered education so that students are equipped and encouraged to serve God joyfully in every area of life. What we re all about: Supporting and encouraging the distinct Christian Alternativeness that defines Gateway Christian School. We are committed to supporting RDPSD and the Gateway staff in ensuring that students are equipped and encouraged to serve God joyfully, in every area of life. Our goals include: o Joyful Service o Spiritual Formation o Christ Centered o Influential Voice o Involved Community In the 2016-17 School Year we: Have budgeted $77 000 to fully fund a part time Executive Director, part time Worship Coordinator and professional development for teachers to develop and implement Teaching for Transformation. Hosted a Meet the Staff BBQ in September. Work with School Council to provide monthly staff appreciation events. Host two major fundraising events: Annual Fall Auction in November and Annual Golf Tournament in May. Pray for our Christian community, inviting God s sovereign will for all areas of our Program. Coordinate weekly Wednesday morning prayer time for parents. Offer five $1000 post-secondary scholarships to students. Hired a Worship Coordinator for the fourth year. This individual plans weekly whole school worship experiences as well as connects the school to the greater Red Deer community. Hired an Executive Director for the fifth year. This individual is instrumental in developing and maintaining our relationship with Red Deer Public School District as well as Gateway administration and staff, developing relationships with the greater Red Deer and Christian community (i.e. churches, other Christian schools), coordinating fundraising as well as community events and supporting Society s purpose in supporting the distinct features of Christian Education at Gateway. Our four priorities include: o Community Building o Relationship with RDPSD o Living Out god s Story (TfT) o Fiscal Responsibility
Welcome to the Family! Joining Gateway Christian School makes you a part of the Red Deer Society for Christian Education. By filling out the following form you are an automatic member of the Red Deer Society for Christian Education. In Signing this form You: A. Agree with the Statement of Faith as outlined on page 4. B. Give the Red Deer Society for Christian Education permission to contact you or communicate with you about information and issues related to the distinct Christian alternative features of education at Gateway, such as, but not limited to: 1. Upcoming events, 2. Society news & information, 3. Contacting local churches about Gateway and its programs, etc. Parent s Names: Home Phone: Cell Phone: Email address: Church attending: Student name(s) and grade(s): Signature of Parent(s)/Guardian(s):
Alternative School Fee Agreement In making this application for the enrollment of for the / school year, I/we, his/her parent(s) or guardian(s) understand and agree to the following: 1) I/We support the GCS with complete payment of the Alternative School fees. 2) I/We will subscribe to one of the following payment plans: (Please check one option only.) Fees paid in full at registration Ten month full payment plan with ten (10) post-dated cheques submitted at time of registration. Other full payment plan. (Please specify. ) - or - None of the above are acceptable and I/we request to meet with the Principal Signature of Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Dated:
Financial Obligation ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL FEES Gateway Christian School (GCS) fee structure is assessed on a per student basis. 2017/2018 school year alternative fees are set at High School (Gr. 9 12) $140.00 school fee plus $50.00 Alternative Program Fee per core course/subject (fees subject to change); Gr. 1 8: $300 per student per year and Kindergarten: $200.00 per student per year. These fees cover: transportation subsidy; field trips; rental of churches; worship/chapel programming; membership in Prairie Centre for Christian Education (PCCE) & PCCE convention; Christian curriculum and professional development). LUNCH ROOM SUPERVISION Gr. 1-8: $60.00 per student per year. ~ Kindergarten: $25.00 per student per year. Payment of alternative school fees & lunchroom supervision fees may be made as a lump sum at the beginning of the school year; or by means of post-dated cheques over a ten month period. OPTION FEES: (If applicable) Junior High Band Rental/Maintenance: $112 Rec. Ed (Transportation/Venue Rental) ~ Junior High Option - $40 Industrial Arts (Project Materials) ~ Junior High Option - $30 Art Junior High Option - $30.00 Creative Works (Scrapbooking Materials) Junior High Option - $30.00 Foods Junior High Option - $30.00 Gr. 6 Exploratory Options - $30.00 OTHER FEES: Swimming (Grades 3 6) cost amount dependent on program (to be paid when class goes swimming). Sports Teams - $15 - $155 per sport (depending on the sport) Grades 7 9 (Paid at time of playing sport) Gym Strip (strongly recommended for Grades 4 9) Shorts - $ 15; T-Shirts - $ 15