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Thursday Classes
High School
Thursday Class List
Junior High School Class List
WHAT IS IT?
DATES
LOCATION
COST
PAYMENT
REGISTRATION
CLASS SIZE
STUDY HALL
LUNCH
SNOW DAYS
DRESS CODE AND CONDUCT
PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT
VISITORS
TELEPHONE
ARRIVING AND LEAVING
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
ABSENCES
CREDITS
WHAT IS IT?
Exactly what is the Thursday Classes Program? This program was designed to
help high school and jr. high school families teach some of the classes that
are more difficult to offer at home and to give home schooled students an
opportunity to function in a classroom situation with a teacher other than
Mom. The Thursday classes were never intended to be a substitute for home
instruction - merely a supplement to what is happening at home. These classes
are here to offer you an option; they are not a requirement - so even though
biology, for instance, is a requirement for graduation, you do not need to
take this class through The Thursday Class Program.
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DATES
Fall semester classes will run on Thursdays from September 11th - December
4th.
There will be no class on Nov. 27th (Thanksgiving).
December 11th is the make-up day for the
fall semester.
Spring semester will run from January 8th - April 2nd.
April 9th is the make-up day for the spring
semester.
Orientation day for the 2009-2010 courses will be the Thursday following the last class day (either April 9th or 16th).
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LOCATION
First Alliance Church (14500 New Hampshire Ave. Colesville, MD.) Use side
entrance to Family Life Center. Please do not use the front door to the church.
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COST
The fee for all one-hour classes is $160.00 per year.
A two-hour class (Biology, Chemistry, Play, Physical Science, Physics) is
$250.00 per year.
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PAYMENT
One quarter of the class tuition will be due upon registration. Tuition is
broken into four equal payments. Your first payment will be due when you register
for classes (by mail), and the next three will be billed on your September,
October and November statements.
Registration for Thursday Classes is contingent
on being up to date on your tuition. If you have an outstanding bill,
please make sure this is cleared before sending in your registration in order
to expedite your registration and hold your spot in the classes.
If you drop a course after classes begin,
you will still be expected to pay the full year’s tuition since that spot
was held for you. All courses will run for both semesters and no refund will
be given if your drop a course during the school years. Any materials costs
will be added to the September billing.
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REGISTRATION
You must mail your registration form and ¼ of the tuition to the CBA office
before June 30. This year, all class registrations MUST be mailed.
No walk-in registrations. Keep in mind that many classes will fill
up quickly so it is wise to register early. Registration is based on first
come-first served basis. Remember: Check the course descriptions for
pre-requisites and co-requisites before registering for a class and indicate
the hours you will be in study hall. Do not register for more than one
class per hour.
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CLASS SIZE
Some classes by necessity have a limited enrollment; therefore, it is important
to register early.
Once a class has reached its limit, we will
place any new registrations on a waiting list and notify you by phone of your
status.
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STUDY HALL
Any time a student is not in a scheduled class he/she is expected to be in study hall. The study hall, as in any school program, is a place for students to prepare for their classes, study for tests and quizzes, or do other school work. Lunch may be eaten during a student’s time in study hall.
• Music: Students are allowed to bring a personal CD player with earphones in the study hall. The volume level must not be audible outside the earphones. Because of the broad range of family convictions in the area of music, we ask that students bring only music approved by their parents and that music be listened to by only the student who brings it. Students unable to abide by these rules will not be allowed to bring music to the Thursday Class study hall. Students may not bring personal DVDs or DVD players. Parents should make an effort to monitor what their child is bringing to Thursday Classes.
• Other Items: If a student has any questions whether an item is appropriate for Thursday Classes or study hall he/she should ask the study hall supervisor or a staff member before bringing that item to Thursday Classes. Any inappropriate magazine or other item brought to classes will be taken by the study hall supervisor or other staff on site. When in doubt, ask before you bring.
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LUNCH
There no scheduled lunch period. You may eat lunch before or after a class
or, with the teacher’s permission, you may take your lunch to class. A microwave
is available. Please do not use paper or plastic products from First Alliance.
These belong to First Alliance Church, not Cedar Brook Academy. Bring any
necessary items from home.
Students are not permitted to leave the facility at any time throughout
the scheduled class day except with a parent. This is a liability issue as
well as a safety issue. No exceptions.
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SNOW DAYS
In the event of inclement weather or a local emergency, the status of Thursday
Classes can be checked by 1) calling the CBA office after 7:30 am and pressing
the “weather related schedule changes” option (number 1), OR 2) check the
status on the CBA website, OR 3) listen for CBA to be announced by the WTOP
Storm Center on 1500 AM, 107.7 FM, or 820 AM. As per academy policy, Thursday
Classes are automatically cancelled if Montgomery County schools are closed
for the day due to weather conditions. If Montgomery County schools are delayed
due to weather conditions, CBA Thursday Classes will start at 10:00 am and
run on a normal schedule with classes occurring at their normally scheduled
times.
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DRESS CODE AND
CONDUCT
Students are expected to show respect and consideration for teachers, supervisory
staff and one another. Students also are to respect property, privacy and
the rights of others including church staff, visitors, and guests. No student
is to be in ANY part of the building or church grounds other than the area
used by CBA for
classes.
Neat and modest clothing is to be worn. Longer
skirts and shorts are appropriate - short skirts and short shorts are not.
Tops covering shoulders and midriff are necessary; jeans are acceptable. Grunge,
punk, hip-hop, etc. style clothing or accessories and any form of “costuming”
is not appropriate. Extremes in dress, make-up, hair or general appearance
during classes and any other CBA sponsored events or activities are inappropriate
and not permitted. If a staff member feels that the student is not in compliance
with these standards they will be given something else to wear for the day.
Any student with repeated violations will not be permitted to return to classes
for the school year and re-enrollment for the classes for the following year
will be at the discretion of the CBA Board of Directors. Unless otherwise
communicated these guidelines of dress and appearance apply to all CBA sponsored
events and activities.
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PARENT INVOLVEMENT
Parents are strongly encouraged to oversee their student at home by helping
budget their time throughout the week so there isn’t a rush to complete assignments.
Be sure students leave for class with all assignments. Students/parents can
e- mail or call teachers with any questions. See individual class descriptions
for specific parent involvement.
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VISITORS
Any student who wishes to bring a guest or any one not enrolled in a Thursday
class must obtain prior approval from the CBA Director by contacting the CBA
office.
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TELEPHONE
There is a CBA cell phone at First Alliance Church (301-461-1518) for parents needing to contact CBA staff or to get a message to their students during the school day.
Please
do not call First Alliance Church.
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ARRIVING AND LEAVING
Students are expected to enter the building though the side entrance upon
arrival at First Alliance and to remain in the Family Life Gym area of the
building until they leave for home. A student is not allowed to leave the
building without permission unless it is with his/her parent.
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
Each instructor will explain the course objectives, assignments and grading
procedures for the class. It is the student’s responsibility to make arrangements
with the instructor regarding missed classes or assignments. Grades will be
mailed to the students at the end of each semester as long as tuition and
fees are up to date.
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ABSENCES
Because these classes run for only 25 weeks and a great deal of material is
covered each week, it is critical that students attend each class. In
case of illness, it is the student’s responsibility to make arrangements with
the instructor regarding missed classes or assignments. It is highly
recommended that those families participating in Thursday classes not plan
vacations or days off during the time period for which classes are scheduled.
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CREDITS
Credits for high school classes will be awarded as explained in the course
description. Since students are limited as to the number of credits they may
earn in a given year, any student may take a course as extracurricular or
enrichment which would be considered not for credit. This should be noted
on the appropriate credit contract. No high school credits are awarded to
junior high school students.
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