Parental Involvement
It is extremely important to remember that HHSW is a cooperative effort on the part of parents, their children, and teachers. Parents must diligently monitor all their children’s HHSW work (including their high schoolers) to insure that homework and projects are well-done, complete and turned in when due.
This is the parents’ responsibility.
Late or incomplete work
When registering for Hallstrom classes, both parents and students agree that all assigned work will be done on time and to the best of the student’s ability. Serious consequences of non-compliance include Academic Probation and dismissal from the co-op. Families should not ask teachers to accept work that is often late or incomplete. Plan ahead — your teachers can help you work ahead if you know you will be away on vacation, or busy with another commitment (i.e. theatre production, robotics competition, etc).
The HHSW Board and teachers strictly enforce this policy.
Parental Presence
A parent from each family must be present in the building (not out in your car) whenever your child(ren) are in the building. Parent sign-in sheets are located at the Board Table. Be sure to sign by your name when you arrive each week. Because a parent’s presence each week is mandatory under HHSW policy, parents may not bring other children, including day care children, to Hallstrom on a regular basis.
Parents Attending Classes/Parent Classroom Etiquette
As your children’s primary teachers, parents need to regularly attend your child’s classes in order to monitor and help with weekly assignments, ensuring that all weekly assignments are completed, and, in general, stay in close contact with all your children’s teachers. However, parents are not to ask questions during class or participate in class discussions unless specifically invited to by the teacher. Parents should never converse with other parents in the back of a classroom or use cell phones during a class.
Cleaning … Not an option!
Cleaning is one of the most important aspects of the Agreement HHSW has with Temple Baptist Church. It is critical that all HHSW families bear this in mind throughout their day at Temple Baptist. If you or your child make a mess, clean it up immediately. Vacuums are stored in the closet in Fellowship Hall. See a board member for any other cleaning needs. We have a cleaning crew, but they are not your slaves or servants. They work hard for hours at the end of each Hallstrom day doing general cleaning.
Therefore, it is of paramount importance that you remind yourselves and your children of Jesus’ Golden Rule. Translated to this issue it means:
1. Keep your table and the floor around it in the Fellowship Hall and classrooms clean and uncluttered.
2. No food or drinks (except water) outside of the Fellowship Hall.
3. Do not litter inside or outside the building.
4. Hang all coats and jackets on the coat racks provided.. Please, no coats in Fellowship Hall.
5. Train yourself and your children to be “litter conscious” and view the building through the eyes of a visitor. Pick up litter on the floor or ground, inside and outside.
6. If you see an overflowing wastebasket, take it to the dumpster (down the stairs from the gym).
The Lord has blessed us with a wonderful place to meet. Keep it clean!
Volunteer Jobs and Current Family Status
There are many responsibilities that arise from week to week during HHSW. There is no way that all of the work can be done by the Board Members. Our “Current Family” policy refers to volunteer hours by HHSW parents.
To be considered a “Current Family” and receive the privileges of registering for classes at an earlier time with the other “Current Families,” each family needs to fulfill a volunteer duty during the school year. The Board is currently re-working the volunteer jobs for next year. More info will be available in April before the registration for Fall 2010 classes. Cyncie Hill is our new volunteer coordinator.
Parents, who are not teachers, will be assigned either a weekly task or an event to help plan and execute. Hallstrom parents who teach an HHSW class are not required to do volunteer work.
Leaving the Building
Should an emergency or illness arise, parents must have another parent agree to be responsible for their child(ren) if they have to leave for part of the day.You must sign out with a Board Member at the Board Table before leaving your child(ren) in the care of another adult.
It is extremely important to remember that HHSW is a cooperative effort on the part of parents, their children, and teachers. Parents must diligently monitor all their children’s HHSW work (including their high schoolers) to insure that homework and projects are well-done, complete and turned in when due.
This is the parents’ responsibility.
Late or incomplete work
When registering for Hallstrom classes, both parents and students agree that all assigned work will be done on time and to the best of the student’s ability. Serious consequences of non-compliance include Academic Probation and dismissal from the co-op. Families should not ask teachers to accept work that is often late or incomplete. Plan ahead — your teachers can help you work ahead if you know you will be away on vacation, or busy with another commitment (i.e. theatre production, robotics competition, etc).
The HHSW Board and teachers strictly enforce this policy.
Parental Presence
A parent from each family must be present in the building (not out in your car) whenever your child(ren) are in the building. Parent sign-in sheets are located at the Board Table. Be sure to sign by your name when you arrive each week. Because a parent’s presence each week is mandatory under HHSW policy, parents may not bring other children, including day care children, to Hallstrom on a regular basis.
Parents Attending Classes/Parent Classroom Etiquette
As your children’s primary teachers, parents need to regularly attend your child’s classes in order to monitor and help with weekly assignments, ensuring that all weekly assignments are completed, and, in general, stay in close contact with all your children’s teachers. However, parents are not to ask questions during class or participate in class discussions unless specifically invited to by the teacher. Parents should never converse with other parents in the back of a classroom or use cell phones during a class.
Cleaning … Not an option!
Cleaning is one of the most important aspects of the Agreement HHSW has with Temple Baptist Church. It is critical that all HHSW families bear this in mind throughout their day at Temple Baptist. If you or your child make a mess, clean it up immediately. Vacuums are stored in the closet in Fellowship Hall. See a board member for any other cleaning needs. We have a cleaning crew, but they are not your slaves or servants. They work hard for hours at the end of each Hallstrom day doing general cleaning.
Therefore, it is of paramount importance that you remind yourselves and your children of Jesus’ Golden Rule. Translated to this issue it means:
1. Keep your table and the floor around it in the Fellowship Hall and classrooms clean and uncluttered.
2. No food or drinks (except water) outside of the Fellowship Hall.
3. Do not litter inside or outside the building.
4. Hang all coats and jackets on the coat racks provided.. Please, no coats in Fellowship Hall.
5. Train yourself and your children to be “litter conscious” and view the building through the eyes of a visitor. Pick up litter on the floor or ground, inside and outside.
6. If you see an overflowing wastebasket, take it to the dumpster (down the stairs from the gym).
The Lord has blessed us with a wonderful place to meet. Keep it clean!
Volunteer Jobs and Current Family Status
There are many responsibilities that arise from week to week during HHSW. There is no way that all of the work can be done by the Board Members. Our “Current Family” policy refers to volunteer hours by HHSW parents.
To be considered a “Current Family” and receive the privileges of registering for classes at an earlier time with the other “Current Families,” each family needs to fulfill a volunteer duty during the school year. The Board is currently re-working the volunteer jobs for next year. More info will be available in April before the registration for Fall 2010 classes. Cyncie Hill is our new volunteer coordinator.
Parents, who are not teachers, will be assigned either a weekly task or an event to help plan and execute. Hallstrom parents who teach an HHSW class are not required to do volunteer work.
Leaving the Building
Should an emergency or illness arise, parents must have another parent agree to be responsible for their child(ren) if they have to leave for part of the day.You must sign out with a Board Member at the Board Table before leaving your child(ren) in the care of another adult.
The purpose of this code of conduct is to promote behavior that honors the Lord. As a group of Christian families, our witness to others, both in word and action, is very important.
“It is by deeds that a lad distinguishes himself, if his conduct is pure and right.” — Proverbs 20:11
“And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through Him to God the Father.” — Colossians 3:17
STUDENTS
1. All students will be held responsible for their actions and shall conduct themselves in keeping with their level of maturity, showing regard for established authority and the rights and welfare of others. We call this living by the “Law of Love.”
2. “Recital Etiquette” – People are always watching us as homeschoolers. Our testimony is especially on the line during weekly Chapel and special events sponsored by Hallstrom throughout the year. Therefore, you need to remind your children of the simple, but important rules of “Recital Etiquette.” Once a speaker or performer has begun, no one is to enter or leave or wander around the room. If you must leave before the program is over, do so only between performances. To do otherwise is disrespectful, distracting, and rude.
3. We ask that students seek excellence, be honest, use clean speech and be courteous and kind to all.
4. Chapel will be held at 10:00 a.m. Everyone in the building at 10:00 a.m. must attend.
NOTE: Although we try to post all important announcements at the Information Table and in the weekly announcement handout, many important announcements are made and explained in greater detail during Chapel.
5. If a student has a free period, he/she can go to Fellowship Hall, the quiet study hall or outside with an adult. Temple Baptist will not allow students to roam their building.
6. Any defacing or graffiti on Temple Baptist property is grounds for immediate dismissal.
7. No skateboarding, rollerblading, rollerskating or snowball throwing allowed on Temple Baptist property.
8. Any student found with possession of any type of firearm, knife, tobacco, alcohol or drugs will be expelled.
DATING
HHSW’s primary purpose is to provide Christian education and support for one another as homeschoolers. It is not to foster dating relationships. For this reason we have implemented the following policy:
1. Respectful language must be used at Hallstrom and all Hallstrom sponsored events.
Inappropriate language or behavior should be brought to the attention of one of the Board members or event chaperones immediately.
2. No pairing off as couples is allowed and dating-type relationships will not be allowed at Hallstrom or Hallstrom sponsored events.
3. Flirting as well as any public display of affection is not allowed.
4. We want to encourage all students to develop healthy and Godly relationships one with another. Friendships without the pressures of dating will prove to be a valuable part of your teen years.
MIDTERM NOTICES AND ACADEMIC PROBATION
Late or incomplete work
When registering for Hallstrom classes, both parents and students agree that all assigned work will be done on time and to the best of the student’s ability. Serious consequences of non-compliance include Academic Probation and dismissal from the co-op. Families should not ask teachers to accept work that is often late or incomplete. Plan ahead — your teachers can help you work ahead if you know you will be away on vacation, or busy with another commitment (i.e. theatre production, robotics competition, etc).The HHSW Board and teachers strictly enforce this policy.
Midterm Reports
Families who are behind in teacher payments and 7th-12th grade students who are behind in their assignments are issued midterm reports. Families will not be allowed to register for the next semester until all their teachers are paid in full.
Academic Probation
Students who do not complete their assigned work and/or are doing below “C” work at mid-term will be placed on Academic Probation for the remainder of the semester. If work continues to be incomplete and/or the student is not working up to his ability by the end of the semester or the next midterm, that student may be dismissed from Hallstrom. Any student put on academic probation receives a permanent citation.
Sports Participation Requirement
Students participating on a Hallstrom sport team must be enrolled in at least one academic HHSW class. In order to be eligible to participate in practices or play in a game, a student must be at 70% or above in all of his classes. Students who have received a citation are not eligible to play in a game until that situation is addressed and corrected.
DISMISSAL
Citations
Citations are issued by Board Members for any violation of the handbook, including violation of Dress Code, Temple Baptist and HHSW Codes of Conduct, or disrespectful or disruptive behavior during a class. When a first citation is issued, the parent and student are notified. If a second citation is issued, a conference is held with the parent, student, and the Board. A third citation is cause for dismissal from Hallstrom. Academic citations are issued for cheating or plagiarism and are treated as a double citation.
If a family has received two or more citations in a year, they may be asked to re-interview.
Habitual Misconduct
The purpose of the Board is not to police or babysit your children. Families whose children are habitually not in compliance with the Handbook will be asked to leave the Hallstrom organization.
Other Misconduct
Greater misconduct, occurring at Hallstrom or not, could result in immediate dismissal of a student and his family from the Hallstrom organization. Other misconduct includes, but is not limited to: use of tobacco products, illegal drugs, alcohol, posting or sending unacceptable information over the Internet via Facebook-type websites. The Board reserves the right to dismiss any student or family at any time to maintain high Biblical standards.
“It is by deeds that a lad distinguishes himself, if his conduct is pure and right.” — Proverbs 20:11
“And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through Him to God the Father.” — Colossians 3:17
STUDENTS
1. All students will be held responsible for their actions and shall conduct themselves in keeping with their level of maturity, showing regard for established authority and the rights and welfare of others. We call this living by the “Law of Love.”
2. “Recital Etiquette” – People are always watching us as homeschoolers. Our testimony is especially on the line during weekly Chapel and special events sponsored by Hallstrom throughout the year. Therefore, you need to remind your children of the simple, but important rules of “Recital Etiquette.” Once a speaker or performer has begun, no one is to enter or leave or wander around the room. If you must leave before the program is over, do so only between performances. To do otherwise is disrespectful, distracting, and rude.
3. We ask that students seek excellence, be honest, use clean speech and be courteous and kind to all.
4. Chapel will be held at 10:00 a.m. Everyone in the building at 10:00 a.m. must attend.
NOTE: Although we try to post all important announcements at the Information Table and in the weekly announcement handout, many important announcements are made and explained in greater detail during Chapel.
5. If a student has a free period, he/she can go to Fellowship Hall, the quiet study hall or outside with an adult. Temple Baptist will not allow students to roam their building.
6. Any defacing or graffiti on Temple Baptist property is grounds for immediate dismissal.
7. No skateboarding, rollerblading, rollerskating or snowball throwing allowed on Temple Baptist property.
8. Any student found with possession of any type of firearm, knife, tobacco, alcohol or drugs will be expelled.
DATING
HHSW’s primary purpose is to provide Christian education and support for one another as homeschoolers. It is not to foster dating relationships. For this reason we have implemented the following policy:
1. Respectful language must be used at Hallstrom and all Hallstrom sponsored events.
Inappropriate language or behavior should be brought to the attention of one of the Board members or event chaperones immediately.
2. No pairing off as couples is allowed and dating-type relationships will not be allowed at Hallstrom or Hallstrom sponsored events.
3. Flirting as well as any public display of affection is not allowed.
4. We want to encourage all students to develop healthy and Godly relationships one with another. Friendships without the pressures of dating will prove to be a valuable part of your teen years.
MIDTERM NOTICES AND ACADEMIC PROBATION
Late or incomplete work
When registering for Hallstrom classes, both parents and students agree that all assigned work will be done on time and to the best of the student’s ability. Serious consequences of non-compliance include Academic Probation and dismissal from the co-op. Families should not ask teachers to accept work that is often late or incomplete. Plan ahead — your teachers can help you work ahead if you know you will be away on vacation, or busy with another commitment (i.e. theatre production, robotics competition, etc).The HHSW Board and teachers strictly enforce this policy.
Midterm Reports
Families who are behind in teacher payments and 7th-12th grade students who are behind in their assignments are issued midterm reports. Families will not be allowed to register for the next semester until all their teachers are paid in full.
Academic Probation
Students who do not complete their assigned work and/or are doing below “C” work at mid-term will be placed on Academic Probation for the remainder of the semester. If work continues to be incomplete and/or the student is not working up to his ability by the end of the semester or the next midterm, that student may be dismissed from Hallstrom. Any student put on academic probation receives a permanent citation.
Sports Participation Requirement
Students participating on a Hallstrom sport team must be enrolled in at least one academic HHSW class. In order to be eligible to participate in practices or play in a game, a student must be at 70% or above in all of his classes. Students who have received a citation are not eligible to play in a game until that situation is addressed and corrected.
DISMISSAL
Citations
Citations are issued by Board Members for any violation of the handbook, including violation of Dress Code, Temple Baptist and HHSW Codes of Conduct, or disrespectful or disruptive behavior during a class. When a first citation is issued, the parent and student are notified. If a second citation is issued, a conference is held with the parent, student, and the Board. A third citation is cause for dismissal from Hallstrom. Academic citations are issued for cheating or plagiarism and are treated as a double citation.
If a family has received two or more citations in a year, they may be asked to re-interview.
Habitual Misconduct
The purpose of the Board is not to police or babysit your children. Families whose children are habitually not in compliance with the Handbook will be asked to leave the Hallstrom organization.
Other Misconduct
Greater misconduct, occurring at Hallstrom or not, could result in immediate dismissal of a student and his family from the Hallstrom organization. Other misconduct includes, but is not limited to: use of tobacco products, illegal drugs, alcohol, posting or sending unacceptable information over the Internet via Facebook-type websites. The Board reserves the right to dismiss any student or family at any time to maintain high Biblical standards.
Students must wear modest and appropriate clothing to HHSW. The goal of having a dress code is not to be burdensome on the families; therefore, specific name brands are not required. Parents, your full support of this dress code is required. Each family must fully cooperate. Don’t allow your children to push the limit and put a Board Member in the difficult position of having to make a judgment call.
General for All Students
1. The dress code is for all students K-12. K-12 children present in the building with their families but not attending classes also need to follow the dress code.
2. Moms and dads, please consider these standards or higher for yourselves. We need all our parents’ cooperation in setting a high Biblical standard of modesty.
Polo or Oxford Shirts
1. Shirts must be short or long sleeve, solid colored, buttoned (not snaps) polo shirts. Manufacturer’s logos or icons, Hallstrom logos, or logos from other organizations a student may be part of such as 4-H, choirs, etc., that are stitched or printed on the upper left front of the polo, are acceptable.
2. Oxford style shirts may be worn instead of a polo shirt. These may be any solid color, long or short sleeve; no stripes or patterns.
3. Shirts must be long enough to stay tucked in.
4. Turtle necks may be worn under polo or Oxford shirts.
5. Plain solid colored shirts may be worn under polo or Oxford shirts.
6. Plain solid colored sweaters may be worn over polo or Oxford shirts.
7. Plain, zippered (or buttoned) sweatshirts and sweaters with or without hoods may be worn over polo or Oxford shirts.
8. Sweatshirts or hoodies with a Hallstrom logo are permissible. Otherwise, they must be plain.
Pants/Skirts/Jumpers
1. Pants, skirts, and jumpers must be any solid colored khaki material (twill fabric), jean material, or corduroy.
2. Skirts and jumpers must come to the bottom of the knee cap or longer. Solid-colored, uniform-style jumpers (which may be made of polyester) for little girls are acceptable.
3. Boys may wear long shorts (to the knee).
4. Girls may wear capris if they are solid colored khaki type material or blue jean capris. No low riders, spandex, tight capris, etc. (1 Timothy 2:9)
5. Students may wear modest blue jeans in good repair, no holes or fraying allowed. Jeans may not be tight or low riders.
6. Pants must be worn high enough that underwear is not exposed.
P.E. and Sports Classes
Students may change into loose fitting t-shirts and modest shorts just before P.E. or dance classes.
Students must change back into their dress code clothes immediately after class.
Additional Dress Code Policy
1. Clothes must be clean and not torn.
2. Hair must be kept groomed and clean and may not include shaven designs, bizarre coloring, or bizarre styles.
3. Boys’ hair should be neatly cut and trimmed in front so that the eyes are seen (the rule of thumb would be above the eyebrow) and short enough in back to not touch the collar. Girls’ hair must be worn so that the eyes are never covered.
4. Older boys should be clean shaven.
5. Symbols or logos or tattoos that communicate anti-Christian messages are unacceptable on gym clothing, jewelry, and other accessories.
6. With the exception of women wearing earrings, the piercing of any body parts is unacceptable. Girls must restrict earrings to one per ear.
7. No jewelry for young men except watches, purity-type rings, or cross necklaces.
8. No chains or studded jewelry/accessories such as belts, bracelets, necklaces or chokers.
9. Appropriate footwear must be worn at all times.
10. Hats, caps, or bandannas are not permitted to be worn inside the Temple Baptist church building.
11. Do not attempt to embellish the dress code.
Failure to adhere to the above dress code may result in denial of participation at Hallstrom until the matter is corrected. Areas of dress not mentioned or defined in the above statement will be left to the board members for interpretation and enforcement.
General for All Students
1. The dress code is for all students K-12. K-12 children present in the building with their families but not attending classes also need to follow the dress code.
2. Moms and dads, please consider these standards or higher for yourselves. We need all our parents’ cooperation in setting a high Biblical standard of modesty.
Polo or Oxford Shirts
1. Shirts must be short or long sleeve, solid colored, buttoned (not snaps) polo shirts. Manufacturer’s logos or icons, Hallstrom logos, or logos from other organizations a student may be part of such as 4-H, choirs, etc., that are stitched or printed on the upper left front of the polo, are acceptable.
2. Oxford style shirts may be worn instead of a polo shirt. These may be any solid color, long or short sleeve; no stripes or patterns.
3. Shirts must be long enough to stay tucked in.
4. Turtle necks may be worn under polo or Oxford shirts.
5. Plain solid colored shirts may be worn under polo or Oxford shirts.
6. Plain solid colored sweaters may be worn over polo or Oxford shirts.
7. Plain, zippered (or buttoned) sweatshirts and sweaters with or without hoods may be worn over polo or Oxford shirts.
8. Sweatshirts or hoodies with a Hallstrom logo are permissible. Otherwise, they must be plain.
Pants/Skirts/Jumpers
1. Pants, skirts, and jumpers must be any solid colored khaki material (twill fabric), jean material, or corduroy.
2. Skirts and jumpers must come to the bottom of the knee cap or longer. Solid-colored, uniform-style jumpers (which may be made of polyester) for little girls are acceptable.
3. Boys may wear long shorts (to the knee).
4. Girls may wear capris if they are solid colored khaki type material or blue jean capris. No low riders, spandex, tight capris, etc. (1 Timothy 2:9)
5. Students may wear modest blue jeans in good repair, no holes or fraying allowed. Jeans may not be tight or low riders.
6. Pants must be worn high enough that underwear is not exposed.
P.E. and Sports Classes
Students may change into loose fitting t-shirts and modest shorts just before P.E. or dance classes.
Students must change back into their dress code clothes immediately after class.
Additional Dress Code Policy
1. Clothes must be clean and not torn.
2. Hair must be kept groomed and clean and may not include shaven designs, bizarre coloring, or bizarre styles.
3. Boys’ hair should be neatly cut and trimmed in front so that the eyes are seen (the rule of thumb would be above the eyebrow) and short enough in back to not touch the collar. Girls’ hair must be worn so that the eyes are never covered.
4. Older boys should be clean shaven.
5. Symbols or logos or tattoos that communicate anti-Christian messages are unacceptable on gym clothing, jewelry, and other accessories.
6. With the exception of women wearing earrings, the piercing of any body parts is unacceptable. Girls must restrict earrings to one per ear.
7. No jewelry for young men except watches, purity-type rings, or cross necklaces.
8. No chains or studded jewelry/accessories such as belts, bracelets, necklaces or chokers.
9. Appropriate footwear must be worn at all times.
10. Hats, caps, or bandannas are not permitted to be worn inside the Temple Baptist church building.
11. Do not attempt to embellish the dress code.
Failure to adhere to the above dress code may result in denial of participation at Hallstrom until the matter is corrected. Areas of dress not mentioned or defined in the above statement will be left to the board members for interpretation and enforcement.