The goal of Agape Christian Academy is to provide the best possible learning environment in a Christian atmosphere, addressing the needs of the whole child – spiritually, academically, emotionally, socially and physically. Each student is given boundaries and consequences by which to grow to a greater level of responsibility, self-discipline and understanding. We believe discipline is an integral part of teaching, learning and growing in faith, requiring a cooperative effort between school, church and parents.

Our discipline reflects Biblical principles and helps students change their behavior by shaping their character. As Proverbs 20:11 states, "The character of even a child can be known by the way he acts – whether what he does is pure and right." When a student's character is shaped by wisdom from above, their life will reflect the qualities found in James 3:17: "first pure, then full of gentleness, peace loving, reasonable, full of mercy, and good deeds, unwavering and sincere, without hypocrisy."

Our disciplinary process follows a progressive approach that respects the dignity of each individual. We begin with teacher counseling and prayer, followed by parent communication and collaboration. If problems persist, we schedule meetings to create action plans, which may include detentions, loss of privileges, probation, or suspension. Throughout each step, we commit to praying for the student, teacher and family for successful resolution and restoration to full fellowship.

1. The teacher will talk to, counsel and pray with the student about the problem.
2. If the problem persists the problem will be made known to the parents.
3. Teachers confer with the parent over the phone or in person agreeing on steps both will take to address the problem.
4. If the problem continues the parents will be notified through a “Behavioral Notice” requesting a meeting with the parent, student, teacher and school Administrator. The purpose of this meeting is to agree on a plan of action.
5. On-going problems will result in severe disciplinary action including detentions and loss of privileges such as recess, probation or suspension from school. The type of action will have been included in the action plan created in step four. Ultimately, suspension or expulsion will be at the discretion and approval of the Board of Trustees.

We believe enrollment at Agape Christian Academy is a privilege, and students are expected to exhibit Christ-like character qualities including honesty, respectfulness, obedience, self-control, gentleness, patience, kindness and excellence. Above all, our staff commits to providing a loving environment where each student can grow and mature. Our disciplinary practices are preventive in nature, promote self-discipline and personal responsibility, and provide responses appropriate to the misbehavior while maintaining concern for the welfare of the student, family and school.