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Admissions
2008-2009 Admissions Pack
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Policies & Procedures
Constitution & By Laws
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Important Dates
2007-2008 School Calendar
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Snow Make Up Schedule
This calendar is the basic operating schedule of NLCA. All
dates are subject to change.
We will be setting the dates for many activities for the
coming year after committee meetings occur.
This does not reflect field trips, library trips, etc. that
will be planned.
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Parental Involvement
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What Students are Saying
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Dress Code
Uniform and Dress Code
Rationale
"Man looks on the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart." 1
Samuel 16:7
The school dress code is to guide students in dressing in a clean, neat, and
modest fashion. New Life Christian Academy employs a standard of dress
through a "uniform policy" because it best enables NLCA to meet the needs of
the school and parents. The advantages to a uniform policy include but are
not limited to the following:
1. Uniforms are a less expensive way to provide for a child's school clothes
than conventional dress clothes.
2. In a school where all students wear uniforms, there is not the need for
competition in the area of dress.
3. A uniform identifies a student with a school and allows for the fostering
of school spirit.
The school dress code is a combination of uniform clothing and prescribed
clothing.
Uniform Standard
God desires that we glorify Him in all things. Even in the manner in which
we dress can honor God or bring shame to His name. At New Life Christian
Academy, we uphold dress standards that we feel will help ensure an
appearance appropriate in a Christian school.
Standard Dress for Girls
1. Khaki skirt, jumper, skort or slacks
a. Skirt/jumper/skort must hang to the top of the knee
b. Dress or uniform shorts are permitted in warmer months and must
fall to the top of the knee
c. Any slits in a skirt must be closed to the middle of the knee
d. Denim skirts and jumpers are not acceptable
e. No "spaghetti" straps on jumpers
f. Skirts with belt loops must be worn with a belt
2. White blouse or polo shirt
a. Excluded are sheer blouses, crop tops, sleeveless shirts, and tee shirts
b. Turtlenecks or jewel necks may be worn under a jumper or blouse
c. Blouses are to be worn buttoned (top button may be unbuttoned) and tucked
in
d. Burgundy polo shirts are also permitted to be worn as appropriate school
attire.
e. Having the school logo is optional on any clothing; however,
manufacturers’ logos must be discreet and no larger than one inch in
diameter.
f. Colored or silk-screened shirts must not be worn under regulation uniform
shirts.
3. Shoes: any sneaker or dress shoe
a. No open toes
b. No open heels (such as clogs)
c. No shoes with holes or in disrepair
d. One inch heel and sole maximum on dress shoes, sneakers, and boots
e. Socks or stockings must be worn (no peds)
f. No high top sneakers for class
g. No combat boots
4. General Standards
a. All clothing should fit modestly
b. Solid colored white or burgundy sweaters or vests that button up the
front, sweaters or vests that pull on over the head, or blazers may be worn
during the winter months over an appropriate uniform shirt (as described in
number 2); please note that sweatshirts are only permitted on gym days and
must follow the gym clothes guidelines.
c. During cold weather or for playing at recess, coordinating pants or
leggings may be worn under jumpers and skirts.
d. Dress, jewelry, makeup, and hair extremes or those that express cultic
symbols or reflect non-Christian values are not acceptable (this includes
the ying/yang sign, the peace symbol, etc.)
e. A skirt or jumper and blouse must be worn for chapel days
f. All makeup and hairstyles should be of a natural or neutral style
g. One pair of matching earrings may be worn. Earrings should not be
distracting to the student or those around her.
h. Body piercing is not permitted (with the noted exception of ear piercing)
i. Each student is to have one burgundy polo with the logo for field trips
Standard Dress for Boys
1. Khaki pants
a. No torn, ragged, or improperly fitting pants
b. No jeans
c. Pants with belt loops must be worn with a belt.
d. Dress or uniform shorts are permitted in the warmer months.
2. Solid white collared shirt (dress shirt or polo)
a. Shirts must have buttons
b. Shirts must be worn buttoned (top button may be open) and tucked into the
pants
c. Excluded are sleeveless shirts and tee shirts
d. Burgundy polo shirts are also permitted to be worn as appropriate school
attire.
e. Having the school logo is optional on any clothing; however,
manufacturers’ logos must be discreet and no larger than one inch in
diameter.
f. Colored or silk-screened shirts must not be worn under regulation uniform
shirts.
3. Shoes: any sneaker or dress shoe
a. No shoes with holes or in disrepair
b. One inch heel and sole maximum on dress shoes, sneakers, and boots
c. Socks (dress or casual) must be worn
d. No combat boots
4. Hair
a. Must be cut above the ears, tapered in the back and off the collar
b. Sideburns are to be no longer than to the middle of the ear
c. Hair combed forward should not be below the eyebrows
d. All facial hair is to be cut
e. Hairstyle extremes or those that express cultic symbols or reflect
non-Christian values are not acceptable
5. General Standards
a. All clothing should fit modestly
b. Solid colored white or burgundy sweaters or vests that button up the
front, sweaters or vests that pull on over the head, or blazers may be worn
during the winter months over an appropriate uniform shirt (as described in
number 2); please note that sweatshirts are only permitted on gym days and
must follow the gym clothes guidelines.
c. Turtlenecks may be worn under appropriate shirts
d. Hats may not be worn in the building
e. An appropriate tie and a white dress shirt must be worn for chapel days
f. Earrings and necklaces may not be worn
g. Body piercing is not permitted
h. Each student is to have one burgundy polo with the logo for field trips
(General advice: If you are wearing something that causes you to stand apart
from the group or that calls attention to you in a group, then it is not
appropriate for school.)
The administration reserves the right to interpret what is acceptable in the
matter of overall appearance. Dress at all school functions (athletic
contests, school trips, and other activities) must follow these guidelines
unless specific permission is given to alter the dress for an event.
All articles of clothing, backpacks, lunch boxes, etc. should be labeled
with the student's name and grade.
NLCA Physical Education Uniforms - Boys and Girls of All Grades
1. Burgundy, khaki, or gray shorts
When standing with arms straight at the side, the length of the shorts must
come to the fingertips or beyond.
Official NLCA logo T-shirts
Burgundy or gray sweatshirts and sweatpants may be worn over the gym uniform
in colder months
Shoes
Sneakers (platform sneakers are not appropriate)
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