Bluegrass United Academic Center

PRINCIPLES AND COMMITMENTS

To assist parents as they continue home based-education in the high school years by providing a mechanism and a location for participation in classes taught by qualified instructors.

1. We believe Jesus is Lord and in the Great Commission mandate.
2. We value each student as a creation of God, worthy of love and respect for who they are in Christ.
3. We are committed to providing a safe environment where students experience freedom to be who God has called them to be and to grow in their understanding of God's plan for their lives.
4. We believe parents are solely responsible for the education of their children and serve as their primary educators.
5. We believe the needs of the high school home-school community are better served when home-school families and support organizations work together.
6. We believe in excellence in education as measured by students reaching their maximum potential in their personal and academic development.

BUAC Students will....

• be prompt and consistent in attendance of scheduled classes
• fully cooperate with expectations of instructors and onsite managers 
• positively and actively participate in each class
• keep accurate records of assignments, tests, and projects
• complete required assignments on time
• arrange with instructors and classmates to obtain class notes and assignments when absent
• conduct themselves in a manner that reflects the Core Principles of the Core Classes Program
• sign and abide by the BUAC Core Program Code of Conduct and Commitment Form
• comply with guidelines and procedures in the Student/Parent Guide

BUAC Parents will...

• purchase books and supplies and pay instructor's tuition and fees in a timely manner
• make sure students arrive on time for classes dressed appropriately as described in Specific Guidelines
• support instructors, parent volunteers, and the Onsite Manager in their efforts to instruct, correct, and guide your student
• address any issues or concerns directly to the instructors and/or the Onsite Manager 
• hold your student accountable to the BUAC Code of Conduct and the guidelines and procedures outlined in the Student/Parent Guide.
• sign and abide by the BUAC Code of Conduct and Commitment Form
• have daily access to the BUAC website and the ability to receive electronic mail from the Steering Committee and the instructors
• fulfill onsite volunteer responsibilities as assigned each semester
• inform instructors when students will be absent for classes
• assist students in arranging to pick up class notes and assignments when absent
• keep informed of your student's weekly workload, making sure that family schedules don't hinder completion of work

BUAC Instructors will....

• present students with a complete syllabus for the year, including content overview, schedule of major assignments, tests and projects, and an explanation of the grading system
• communicate in writing, class procedures, guidelines, and student expectations
• respond in a timely manner to student/parent questions via email.
• evaluate students, providing semester grades, mid-semester progress reports, and grades in between when requested by a parent
• come to class prepared and conduct their classes in an efficient and orderly manner
• treat all students with respect, remembering that each is a unique child of God
• keep student concerns, accomplishments, strengths, and weaknesses confidential, communicating with students first and then parents regarding issues of conflict, poor performance, or any behavior that is detrimental to the learning process
• record student attendance and present a copy in the event of a building emergency 
• notify parents if their student breeches the Code of Conduct or any guidelines/procedures in the Student/Parent Guide.
• provide the Steering Committee with a course syllabus and any additional organizational material

BUAC Steering Committee will...

• secure qualified instructors and Onsite Managers
• organize the volunteer schedule
• secure an appropriate location for classes to meet
• facilitate registration of students and scheduling of classes
• collect registration fees
• communicate pertinent information to parents and students via the website and e-mail
• correspond with instructors to address general needs and concerns
• address issues of concern regarding student behavior in one or more of the following ways: by contacting the parents, removing a student's study hall privileges, and/or removing the student from core classes

Specific Guidelines...

1. While policies are established by the Steering Committee, classroom rules are determined by the instructor and will be clearly communicated to the students.
2. The instructor is the final authority in the classroom and the Onsite Manager is the final authority inbetween classes and in study hall.  
3. The partnership between the student, parent, instructor, and Onsite Manager is one marked by encouragement and edification.
4. Student behavior shall not be distracting to other students or staff of the hosting church.
5. BUAC is held inside a church.  Students must conduct themselves with dignity and reverence appropriate inside a house of worship.
6. No physical horseplay or running is allowed at any time before, during, between, or after classes.
7. No shouting, loud music, or other disruptive noises/activities are allowed at any time during the BUAC day.
8. Students are expected to respect the property of other students, the church, and its staff.
9. Students should avoid activities endangering themselves/other students.
10. Students must sign in and out of the church building.
11. Students will not be permitted to "hang out" in the parking lot or in cars.
12. Students must remain in designated areas inside and outside of the building.
13. Students shall refrain from all public displays of affection.
14. All speech should demonstrate respect for one another and honor God.

Dress Policy...

We encourage you to dress with the goal of modesty in a way that honors God and your fellow students.   Although we do not want to dictate how one defines this, the criteria we suggest is to avoid that which may offend or distract others from learning.  Below are guidelines of clothing to avoid...

Young Men...

1. Sleeveles shirts unless worn underneath a sleeved shirt.
2. Shirts that display messages or symbols that are profane, promote alcohol, drugs or sexual immodesty.
3. The waistline of pants must be worn above the hips so underwear/shorts are not visible at the waist.

Young Women...

1. Tight or revealing tops, bare midriff, sleeveles tops unless worn underneath a sleeved shirt.
2. Short shorts or skirts, pants with waistlines below the hips showing underwear or midriff.
3. Shirts with profane or inappropriate messages or symbols.

NOTE:  Students who arrive at BUAC dressed inappropriately (in the judgment of any instructor or the Onsite Manager) will be required to call home for a change of clothing or to cover up with additional clothing.