Admission to Valley Christian Academy

Valley Christian Academy admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally made available to the students of the school.
All applications will be considered for children whose parents desire for them a Christian Education. Students applying to VCA will be admitted on the condition that they are capable of maintaining the spiritual and academic standards of the program.

While our school may be able to address minimal educational challenges, we are not able to deal with special education at either extreme of ability. Decisions are made upon consideration of individual cases.

Because VCA is a ministry of Rothesay Baptist Church, both parents and students must understand that it is a privilege for the students to attend, not a right. Students with rebellious attitudes or lifestyles will not be admitted. Parents are required to sign an "Understanding and Commitment Agreement" and be willing to cooperate with the school in the training of their children.

The VCA School Board and administration reserve their right to accept, reject, retain, or dismiss any student for the well being of other students, a teacher, or the school's reputation. The VCA School Board and Administration have the right to dismiss any student for unacceptable behavior such as smoking, using drugs, or alcoholic beverages on or off school property.

Probation: All new students are accepted on a probationary basis. This probation shall last until the first quarter report is issued.  At the end of the probationary period, the student's progress shall be evaluated, and if acceptable, the student shall be removed from the probation list.  If there are negative reports, the principal will make a determination on the continuance of the student in the school. Such a student may only continue to attend VCA after a parent conference, during which problems are noted, specific standards for improvement are identified, and a continued or extended individualized probationary contract is agreed to by the student and parents.

Enrollment Policy and Procedure

1. When contact is made with the school, a handbook is issued. Parents are to carefully read the handbook. It is advisable to review the handbook with the prospective student, depending on
   the age of the student. Questions and concerns should be noted, to be presented upon meeting
   with the principal.
2. A meeting is arranged with the principal to discuss handbook policies or questions.
   The purpose of this meeting is to provide opportunity for parent(s), student(s) and VCA to learn about each other, including respective values and educational philosophy.
3. Following the meeting, an application form is then completed and returned along with the enrollment fee to the principal. A current transcript of the student's academic standing, and one reference from previous school attended must accompany the application. It is helpful to have the transcript available at the information meeting.
4. The application is reviewed and parents are notified of the school's decision.

Please see the tuition and uniform page for fees and Uniform requirements
for the 2011-2012 school year