Parent Handbook Acknowledgement Form 2024-2025

Please read carefully the following information and sign as to your agreement and acknowledgment.

PARENT COVENANT
Because we believe that education is only possible when there is support in the home, we ask the parents of Deeper Root Academy students to renew their commitment to our Parent Covenant each year. The following is the covenant that we ask parents to sign:

In recognition of the promises of Deeper Root Academy to provide an outstanding Christ-centered education, and that my child's success in school depends largely on my support and involvement:

• I accept the school's mission statement, beliefs, and strategies of education that are in accordance with the Word of God and Biblical virtues.

• I agree to support the school in upholding its rules and policies as outlined in the Parent/StudentHandbook.

As a parent, I am responsible for the behavior and actions of my child.

• I will support the authority and any disciplinary action issued by Deeper Root Academy staff. I understand that disagreeing with staff discipline may happen, however I will not undermine the authority of the staff when discussing the discipline with my child/children.

• I will support the school in maintaining a high standard of Christian conduct for its students. I acknowledge that should my child/children's behavior, while under the supervision of school personnel, become incompatible with the standards of Deeper Root Academy, normal disciplinary procedure will apply. However, depending upon the severity of the infraction, it may be considered grounds for suspension or expulsion.

• I will practice the principle found in Matthew 18, resolving difficulties with school personnel directly. If the conflict is unresolved, I/we will discuss the matter with the next person in authority.

The line of authority is as follows: Teacher, Principal, and lastly Executive Director.

• I agree to participate in mandatory parent activities, including parent-teacher conferences.
• I agree to pay my child's tuition and do so in a timely manner.
• I agree to provide a supportive, educational environment for my child, which includes:

1. Making sure my child arrives at Deeper Root Academy daily by the start of school.
2. Making sure my child follows the Deeper Root Academy dress code.
3. Checking my child's homework every night and working with my child to help guide his/her progress.

I understand that the Deeper Root Academy Parent/Student Handbook is not intended to cover every situation that may arise during the school year, but is a general guide to the goals, policies, and expectations of the academy. Furthermore, I understand the Executive Director and/or Board of Directors have the authority as the administration of the said private school, Deeper Root Academy, to make all decisions regarding the school (facilities, instruction, discipline, curriculum, activities) faculty/staff, students, and enrollment. Failure to adhere to these commitments can cause my child to lose various privileges and can lead to my child's removal from Deeper Root Academy.

 

DEEPER ROOT ACADEMY BELIEFS

1.The Bible is God's truth and reveals the only way to know reality and fulfillment in life.
2. Because each student is created in the image of God with unique physical, social, emotional, intellectual and spiritual gifts, he/she is a valued individual within the community whose primary purpose is to glorify God.
3. The student will model what he/she sees; therefore, by God's grace, all faculty and staff should strive to be Christian role models.
4. A variety of instructional strategies and learning activities should provide appropriate challenges for all DRA students.
5. Aspects of our educational program will be taught from a Biblical perspective.
(/Bible/Chapel/Character Ed).
6. The student is personally responsible and accountable for his behavior and personal integrity.
7. The student learns most effectively in a safe, structured, healthy environment.
8. DRA works in partnership with parents/guardians in education, yet the parental  responsibility for the child's academic and spiritual development is at home.
9. The commitment to continuous school improvement is imperative in order to enable each student to become a confident, self-directed, life-long learner.           

10. DRA emphasizes spiritual development and academic excellence as a means to glorify God in a global society.

My acknowledgement means I support the educational structure of Deeper Root Academy. 

Please read carefully the following information and sign as to your agreement and acknowledgment.

 

HANDBOOK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I agree with the guidelines set forth in the Deeper Root Academy Student Handbook for the 2024-2025 school year.

I agree that I and my student (s) will abide by the policies set forth in this document. I acknowledge that I have received the Student Handbook and accept responsibility for reviewing, understanding and complying with the policies and procedures of Deeper Root Academy. I also recognize that the policies and procedures may change from time to time and accept responsibility for maintaining current and accurate information.

 

PAYMENT POLICY

• All Fees are Non-Refundable.
• Payments are ONLY accepted via the FACTS Management Program.

**All Registration Fees and August tuition payments must be paid prior to the first day of school.**

1.      Payment Dates:  You may choose either the 5 th or the 20 th of each month
as your payment date.  Automatic payments can be made from a checking or
savings account or from a variety of credit cards, if applicable
2.      Convenience & Security: Along with multiple payment plan options, your
payments are processed securely through a bank to bank transaction. 
3.      Peace of Mind Insurance: FACTS offers this optional benefit for only $20
per year per family. In the event of death of the Responsible Party or spouse, the
remaining tuition balance owed for the current school year is paid to the school.
4.      Consumer Account: You may check your personal account or make
payments online from the convenience of your home or office anytime.

A Late fee of $25 will be assessed if not received within 48 hours of the due date.

• If your account becomes delinquent, and you have not made payment arrangements with the finance department, your child will not be permitted to return to school until full payment is made or may be withdrawn from the academy.

 

FEES:

2024-2025 Fee Schedule Outlined below:

Program Costs for 2024-2025:

​New Student Application Fee Non-Refundable.....…$100
Annual Enrollment Fee Non-Refundable...…..…….….$100

Activity Fees
PK Infant/Toddler - K2....................................$140
PK (K3 - VPK)…...........……………………….………....…$170
Kindergarten thru 8th Grade..…...……...….…………$287

Academy Programs
PK Infant/Toddler (6 wks to 2years).................$12,000 annually (12mo)
PK (K3)........................................................$10,320 annually (12mo)
VPK........................................….……..............$9,360 annually (12mo)
Kindergarten thru 8th Grade students...............$8,500 annually

 

• Registration, Enrollment & Activity Fees

I/we understand that I am/we are responsible for the payment of Deeper Root Academy services and agree to the terms of the Payment Policy that is enclosed with this application. Failure to follow the payment policy will result in loss of Deeper Root Academy services.

Please read carefully the following information and sign as to your agreement and acknowledgment.

 

UNIFORM AND APPEARANCE POLICY

Deeper Root Academy believes a safe and disciplined learning environment is a requirement of a high performing school. The implementation of school uniforms will help minimize disruptive behavior, promote respect for oneself and others, build school/community spirit, and, more significantly, help to maintain high academic standards. The Board also feels that wearing of uniforms by students will help lessen the impact of socioeconomic differences. In addition, it allows for identification of intruders on campus and encourages students to concentrate on learning rather than on what they are wearing. In addition to being required to wear school uniforms, all students are to be groomed and dressed appropriately for school and school activities. A student's dress and/or appearance shall:

1. Support, not disrupt, the learning environment
2. Constitute no threat to health or safety
3. Be tasteful and unable to be construed as provocative or obscene
4. Respect practices of good hygiene and cleanliness

First Offense: Students shall be informed that they have violated the policy. They shall be given the opportunity to call a parent/guardian to bring clothes.

Second Offense: A second infraction of the policy may be considered as defiance. In addition to calling a parent/guardian to bring clothes, a parent/guardian conference may be held.

Third (and additional) Offenses: A third or additional infraction of the policy will result in disciplinary action up to in-school suspension.
Disciplinary action may vary when a student has a record of other student conduct violations during the current school year.
Students who do not comply with the School Uniform and Appearance Policy also may be excluded from participating in certain school programs and activities.

Please read carefully the following information and sign as to your agreement and acknowledgment.

PHOTOGRAPH/VIDEO SUBMISSIONS

I/we give permission to Deeper Root Academy to photograph or video my child(ren) for public relations or marketing purposes.

I/we give permission to Deeper Root Academy to photograph or video my child(ren) for display in the academy or classroom or for recognition purposes (Example: field trips, special events, etc.)