Community Christian Fellowship

Community Christian Academy

Rev. Raffoul Najem Principal: Miss Jennifer Najem

105 Princeton Boulevard, Lowell, MA 01851

Tel. 978-453-4738, Fax 978-453-1506

ELEMENTARY STUDENT

APPLICATION FOR ENROLLMENT

GRADES K5-8

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL APPLICATION

Dear Parent(s),

Thank you for your interest in our school. This application packet includes information concerning our programs and policies. Once a student has confirmed his/her desire to attend our school, and the child has been approved for enrollment by our administration, we will provide you with additional enrollment forms to be completed and returned to the office. After we have received all the necessary forms, a letter of acceptance will confirm enrollment. A Student Handbook will be given to you during Parent/Teacher Orientation.

The staff at CommunityChristianAcademy is committed to providing the very best Christian education for your child in an atmosphere of love and grace. Thank you, once again, for considering CommunityChristianAcademy for your family’s educational needs.

In His Service,

Pastor Raffoul Najem

Administrator

Miss Jennifer Najem

Principal

GENERAL INFORMATION

This pack contains information pertaining to the school day, the tuition and other pertinent facts.

School Schedule: The school day begins at 8:25 a.m. and ends at 2:30 p.m. for all students. Before and after school care is available in our Day Care center.

School Calendar: CommunityChristianAcademy tries whenever possible to coordinate with the Lowell Public School System to observe the same holidays and vacations. You will be provided with a copy of the calendar during orientation.

Students with Learning Needs: Community Christian Academy regrets that it does not have the staff necessary to work with students with significant learning differences. Admission of students with borderline learning differences will be decided on an individual basis.

Transportation: Parents are encouraged to carpool with other families. CCA is unable to provide transportation for students. However, Lowell public schools do make transportation available for our students who reside in Lowell in grades K5-8. Other students may take public transportation.

Uniforms: All students except for those in K4 are required to dress in the school uniform. More information is available in the enrollment pack or in the office. All uniforms must be purchased from our supplier only.

Accreditation: Community Christian Academy is accredited by the National Private Schools Association Group and is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). The Academy is recognized as a private school by the Lowell School Board and meets all operating requirements.

Curriculum: Community Christian Academy uses a variety of curricula that are known throughout the nation for their excellent standards. Abeka, ACSI, Bob Jones, Sadlier Oxford, Scott Foresman, and Houghton Mifflin are but a few of the ones we use. All students study the Bible and may use the New International Version.

Enrollment Cut-off Date: Students entering Preschool (K4) and Kindergarten (K5) must be 4 and 5 years of age by October 1st, however; all enrollments are contingent upon testing and evaluation of their readiness.

Registration and Finances: Parents may register their children at the academy office during regular office hours (8:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.). If the registration fee is paid and the child is not accepted it will be refunded.If a student withdraws during the school year, no tuition will be refunded. No other fees are refunded and all non-consumable books and materials remain the property of CCA.

APPLICATION FOR STUDENT ENROLLMENT

Application is a 2-page document

For School Term ______to______Date of application______Grade Entering ______
Student Information
Name: ______Age______DOB______
Address: ______
______
CityStateZip
Last school attended:______Last grade completed______
School address: ______
______
(Please fill in complete address)
Family Information
Father’s Name______Address (if different) ______
Home Phone: ______Cell Phone______
Email ______
Employer______Work Phone______
Mother’s Name:______Address (if different)______
Home Phone: ______Cell Phone______
Email ______
Employer______Work Phone______
Religious Information
Has applicant ever made a profession of faith in Christ?______If yes, at what age?______
Is applicant’s father a Christian? ______is applicant’s mother a Christian? ______
Family church______Pastor______
Address______Phone______
Denominational affiliation or preference______

Application – Page 2

Scholastic Information
Has child ever been expelled, dismissed, suspended, or refused admission to another school?______Yes______No. If yes, please explain: ______
Does your child currently require additional academic assistance due to learning differences such as ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, etc.(Please note: answering in the affirmative in no way eliminates your child from the application process). Please explain:______
Has your child had any disciplinary difficulties? ______
Please indicate academic level of child’s previous work:
(Circle one)ExcellentGood AveragePoor
Has your child ever failed in school?______Explain______
______
General Information
How did you hear about our Academy? ______
Reason for selecting the school ______
Parent Agreement
I have carefully read all the admissions information and agree to see that my child complies with the guidelines and requirements instituted by the administration of this school. As a parent I will be faithful in paying all fees in a timely fashion.
Signature of Parent: ______Date:______
Student Agreement(for grades 3-6)
I agree to abide by the guidelines of academy as outlined in the Student Handbook, and as directed by the teachers, administrator and staff of CCA. I recognize that the guidelines are for my benefit that I may become the man or woman of God that He desires me to be. I understand that willful and continuous failure to abide by the regulations will result in suspension or expulsion from the school and that such action will become a part of my permanent record.
Signature of Student: ______Date:______

REQUEST FOR RECORDS

Please return this form to CCA and we will send it out for you.

Date:______

Dear Registrar of______

Name and Address of School Student is Leaving

______

Please release the following records for my child directly to Community Christian Academy at the address above.

______

Student’s name and birth date

Records needed for initial application process:

Most recent report card and progress report

Last year’s final report card

A discipline report

Recent standardized test scores

Thank you,

______

Parent or Guardian signature

TUITION FEES

2012-2013

School Year

REGISTRATION:

Re-enrollment Fee$75 per child before January 31, $125 thereafter

Application Fee$50 per family

Registration Fee$100 due within 10 days of acceptance

TUITION FEES:

PRESCHOOL, K4 (½ Day Session)$2,500

ACADEMY, K5 to 8th Grade $3,800

HIGH SCHOOL, 9TH to 12TH Grade $4,750

Community Christian Academy utilizes the services of FACTSTuition Management Services ( for tuition collection. All families must enroll in the FACTS program as the only way to pay the tuition fees.