OUR LIFE TOGETHER
Whenever people gather together for some purpose, they always
implicitly or explicitly establish some codes, standards, procedures, and rules
of conduct that will allow them to grow and function as individuals without
stunting their neighbor's ability to do the same thing. When these persons are
Christians, engaged in the common task of teaching and learning, the code for
their life together is drawn from the Bible and from the discoveries and
experiences of others over the years about the conditions and guidelines which
will most likely produce an environment in which there is mutual respect and
where every person thrives.
Our goal as an expression of "the body of Christ" is to
show the world (including each other) what it means to have a new life because
Christ died for us. All of the fruit of the Spirit, described in Galatians
5:22-23, should be evident in each one of us (love, joy, peace, patience,
kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control). Any behavior,
procedure, or attitude that is inconsistent with the Christian life as it is
described in the Bible is unacceptable in the Christian Academy in Japan. These
include being disrespectful, lying, cheating, stealing, spreading false rumors,
being judgmental, and abusing our bodies or our minds.
But we all fall short of loving each other as we ought. The Bible
has shown us how to deal with our failures, frustrations, and fights by telling
us to go directly to the person who has offended us or whom we have offended.
Learning how to confess wrong, forgive wrongdoing, reconcile differences
(making peace), and making restitution (restoring and replacing what's been
broken – whether it be trust, a window, or time wasted) are essential
skills not only for our life together here at CAJ but also for our lives
outside of school as well.
In our life together, then, we are trying to learn and demonstrate
what God's love is. Our school should be world famous for the mutual love and
respect we have for each other and for all the things God has given to us to
use and enjoy.
With these goals in mind, here are some specific details about how
we try to put these goals into practice at CAJ:
Consistent with our training in discipleship while in
school is a willingness to accept responsibility for being a scholar by being
diligent and consistent in oneÕs daily class work; caring for others by being
friendly; offering to help when help is needed; providing comfort when others
are sad or discouraged; welcoming visitors, guests, and new students; watching
out for younger children on the playground and the trains and streets leading
to and from school; refusing to spread gossip or rumors.
Inconsistent with our commitment to lead
a Christ-like life are many things, including the following: any use,
distribution, or sale of illegal drugs; disrespect of any other person by
name-calling, profanity, or any other use of language that is intended to
demean, diminish, or deny someone else's dignity; any physical behavior that is
disrespectful, such as pushing, hitting, tripping, or any other form of
violence; sexually immoral behavior; reckless use of bicycles, motorcycles, or
cars; disrespect of property, which could be failure to clean up after lunch to
deliberate destruction or theft.
In our life together at CAJ we enter voluntarily into a kind of
covenant. The terms of this covenant are these:
- For students
- Be responsible.
- Promote a safe, healthy
environment.
- Be respectful.
- Be appropriate.
- For parents/guardians:
- Know the rules and support
our efforts to teach students to abide by them.
- Attend PTA meetings,
parent-teacher conferences, and school programs/events.
- Communicate with teachers
about the nurture of your child.
- Support our school by
praying for us and volunteering your time for projects.
- Be diligent in meeting
your financial responsibilities to our school.
- Know that you are responsible for your
childrenÕs behavior in situations away from school, and understand that
continued public disregard for the schoolÕs standards will result in
administrative intervention and possible expulsion.
- For staff:
- Provide diligent,
responsible, caring attention to the needs of each child —
academic, spiritual, and social.
- Provide regular
communication to let you know how your child is doing, what's going on at
school, and explanation and clarification of policies.
- Be available to discuss
your concerns.
- Pray for the students.
Our program requires a biblical approach to life and learning,
addresses the whole person, and equips students to become:
Responsible Learners whoÉ
1. Understand Bible
stories, the plan of salvation, and a Christian worldview
2. Understand subject
content and skills
3. Integrate content and
skills from different subjects
4. Value learning
5. Use appropriate learning
strategies
Discerning Thinkers whoÉ
1. Use a biblical
perspective
2. Solve problems
3. Organize and use
information to support conclusions
4. Make creative products
and presentations
Productive Collaborators whoÉ
1. Respect themselves and
others as being created in God's image
2. Work with others
Effective Communicators whoÉ
1. Communicate through
writing, speaking, reading, listening, graphs and charts, and the arts
2. Integrate different
forms of communication
Faithful Caretakers whoÉ
1. Serve God and others,
and care for God's creation
2. Value and maintain
physical, social, emotional, moral, and spiritual health
STAYING
OUT OF TROUBLE
Staying out of trouble means behaving in ways that honor Christ
and that promote the spiritual, academic, and social growth of all of the
members of our community. Trouble comes when any member of our community
rejects school or community rules or rejects those in the community who are
responsible for interpreting and applying those guidelines for our life
together by behaving in disrespectful, unloving ways.
Staying out of trouble means honoring your responsibilities to CAJ
and the rules and expectations described in this Handbook. Your teachers will
also tell you what is expected in each of your classes. Staying out of trouble
in Japan means knowing the rules of life in this country. CAJ students who
break the law are subject to arrest and prosecution by local authorities and,
in the case of foreigners, possible expulsion from the country.
IF
YOU GET IN TROUBLE
Because of sin in our lives, there are times when the law of love
and mutual respect is broken, school rules violated, and disputes arise among
students, teachers, staff, and parents. We all have sinful inclinations, but
what must be different about those who claim to be followers of Jesus Christ is
the way we deal with sin and its effects. The Bible is our guide for dealing
with sin. The biblical process for dealing with sin includes:
- Admonition in love
("Did you have permission to take that from JohnÕs locker?")
- Confession of
wrong (ÒI'm sorry. It was wrong of me to do that.")
- Restitution (ÒI'll
put it back right now.")
- Reconciliation (ÒI
forgive you; let's be friends.")
When we follow this pattern, we can grow toward Christian maturity
through our mistakes.
Consequences
for doing wrong: Whenever you've done something wrong, there are
consequences. We follow these guidelines when a student makes a wrong choice:
- Because we're looking for
growth and change, the consequences of doing wrong should correct or
repair the harm that has been done. Reconciliation requires personal
confession, apology and forgiveness. Abuse of property may require
restitution. (For example, if you make a mess, you may have to spend extra
time at school cleaning; if you've wasted time in class or been frequently
tardy, you may have to serve a detention or come to Saturday School; if
you abuse a privilege, you may lose that privilege for a while.)
- If doing wrong seems to be a
habit or a pattern, or if the deed seems especially willful or serious, we
will contact parents by telephone. We may request a conference with
parents to discuss the problem and possible solutions. We encourage
proactive communication between parents and teachers.
- A teacher may detain a student
for up to 30 minutes after school for disciplinary purposes.
- Students will be in serious trouble if they:
- Disobey or show disrespect
to an adult
- Possess, sell, give away,
or use any illegal or harmful substance such as drugs (including alcohol
and tobacco)
- Cheat or lie
- Destroy, deface, or steal
someone else's property
- Harass or abuse another
person, verbally, physically, sexually, or emotionally
- Engage in sexually immoral
behavior
- Disrupt the learning of
others
- Frequently are tardy to school
or class
- Consistently refuse to do
homework
- Cut class or leave school
without permission
- A student can be suspended
in or from school only by the principal in consultation with the
headmaster. In-school or out-of-school suspension is a serious disciplinary
consequence for serious problems or repeated lack of cooperation. A
student can be suspended until the next regular meeting of the Board of
Directors (which meets bi-monthly).
- A student consistently
displaying irresponsible behavior or with a poor academic record may be
placed on probation. Failing a course automatically
results in probation.
Probation allows a student to continue in school under the terms of
a specific set of rules and expectations designed specifically to meet the
needs of that student. Students on probation always receive a written
statement of the terms of the probation, which in most cases will include
not participating in cocurricular activities while on probation.
- Students who do not live up to
the terms of their probation may be asked to withdraw from school.
Students may withdraw from school without any penalty and without the
stigma of having been expelled on their school records. Withdrawal is a
peaceful way of saying "It's not working here at CAJ, and it's time
to try another arrangement that may better meet my needs."
Withdrawing from school leaves the door open to returning to CAJ at some
future time.
- Expulsion can only be done
by the Board of Directors acting on a recommendation from the headmaster.
This is the most serious consequence of wrongdoing and is used only if all
other efforts to motivate a student to responsible action have failed or
if a student is a threat to the safety and well-being of others. Expulsion
becomes a part of the student's permanent record and means that a student
may not be readmitted to CAJ. Parents are notified in writing of a
recommendation for expulsion and are invited to appear at a hearing
conducted by the board.
CAJ High School A-Z
Academic Help: Students who have questions
or concerns about course work are expected to initiate a conversation with
their teacher when time allows.
CAJ provides additional opportunities for students to receive help,
including tutorials (before/after school), the learning resource center
(selected class periods or by arrangement), and study skill assistance from the
counselor or resource teachers.
The Student Support Team works with students who have accommodation
plans or special needs. Students
who have identified learning needs may receive additional help from the
secondary resource teachers. See also: guidance.
Activity,
off hour and event attendance
Students must attend at least four class periods in a day in order
to participate in cocurricular or other activities on that day (i.e., games,
play practice, concerts, etc.). Participation in a scheduled physical education
class is required in order to participate in sports after school. Any
exceptions must be approved by the principal.
At no time should students be inside any facility without the
permission and supervision of an authorized adult. CAJ assumes no
responsibility for students on campus without supervision before 8:00 or after
4:00 or during non-school days.
Students who leave after the doors are locked need to be accompanied by
a staff person who will re-lock the door.
AP (Advanced Placement): AP courses are
college-level courses taken by high school students worldwide. AP courses
provide students an opportunity to take classes with additional rigor and
depth. These classes have an increased workload (1+ hours of homework per day)
and include an exam (usually in May), on which, if students do well enough,
colleges may award credit. Students are expected to be self-motivated and
diligent. Students must apply to
take an AP class. Parents must
review and sign this application which indicates that they understand that AP
classes involve a significant amount of work and increased fees. Many of the
courses have specific pre-requisites and admission criteria. AP applications and
information are available from the registrar registrar@caj.or.jp
- To be eligible for
enrollment, students must (1) have a cumulative GPA of 3.0, (2) have a
grade of B or better in the subject area this year, (3) attend a meeting
with the AP teacher to learn about the course, and (4) have their parents
sign a form indicating that they understand that AP classes involve a
significant amount of work, and increased fees as well as that they
support their childÕs desire to enroll. Exceptions to these criteria may
be granted by the principal.
- GPA Scale: For grades of C- or above in AP
classes, 1 GPA point will be added (AP A = 5.0, AP B = 4.0, C = 3.0). see Grade Point Average
Agendas
are an important planning, organizational, and study tool. High school students
are expected to keep and use their school-issued agendas daily and throughout
the year. Teachers will ask students to write assignments and reminders in
their agendas. If a student loses his/her agenda, a new one can be purchased in
the academic office for a nominal fee. Returning high school students will keep
the agenda binder from year to year, receiving only updated materials to insert
at the start of the year. New high school students will receive a complete
agenda (binder and materials) at the start of the year.
Art:
In addition to the art classes that are part of the curriculum at
every level, CAJ secondary students participate in the annual exhibition of the
Kanto Plains schools known as Artscape. Students are encouraged to enter art
contests. Student artwork is prominently displayed in various locations around
the CAJ campus. Studio time
outside of class is available by arrangement with the art teacher. Students should not use art materials
without permission from the art department.
Athletics:
Specific answers about the CAJ athletic program can be found in
the athletic manual which can be accessed on the website. An annual physical
examination is required for participation in the athletic program at all
levels. CAJÕs high school teams
participate in an athletic league with other Kanto Plains international high
schools. Boys may participate in tennis, cross-country, basketball, wrestling,
soccer, and track. Girls participate in tennis, volleyball, cross-country,
field hockey, soccer, basketball, and track. When there is enough student
interest and available coaches, CAJ fields both varsity and junior varsity
teams. Coaches are always CAJ staff or community members who work under the
direct supervision of the athletic director and principal.
Attendance:
Faithful attendance is an important requirement for our life
together and one of the keys to academic success. But sometimes a student might
not be able to attend school, and at those times we ask that he/she tell us
what's happened so we won't worry unnecessarily.
- Absence
- Unplanned absences (for example, sickness): Parents are asked to call the school office
between 8:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. (9:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. on Wednesdays)
on the day the student is absent to give notice of the absence and the
anticipated duration. If the school is not contacted, a call home will be
attempted to make sure the student hasn't had some unexpected difficulty
on the way to school.
- Planned absences should be arranged in advance in writing
with the school principal and the academic office receptionist at
least one week in advance of the absence. Students are encouraged to
complete assignments ahead of time, if possible, and are expected to
complete assignments by the due dates set by the teacher.
- Excessive absences (for high school
students) are defined as
missing any one class (for any reason other than a school activity) more
than 15 times during a semester.
PE, some health sections and Bible are semester length classes
that run on alternate days for the entire year. Students with excessive absences will receive an F for
courses in which such absences have accumulated. Exceptions may be
granted by the headmaster upon appeal by parents and satisfactory
documentation about the reasons for the absence.
- Half-day/whole-day absence (for middle and
elementary school):
Students who miss 5 or more complete periods are considered absent for
the entire day, even if they come to school for some portion of the day.
Students who miss 3-4 complete periods are considered absent for one-half
day.
- Truancy: Students who are absent without parental permission are considered
truant. Truant students are ineligible to make up tests/quizzes but are
eligible to submit assignments, which will be penalized for being late.
The principal may take additional disciplinary steps to address truancy.
- Cocurricular participation: Students must attend at least four class
periods in a day in order to participate in cocurricular activities on
that day. Participation in a scheduled physical education class is
required in order to participate in sports after school. Students attending multiple day
events such as Far East tournaments must follow the homework policy.
Exceptions to any of these policies must be approved by the principal.
- Tardiness is inconsistent with our desire to respect
the time we have together. Students are expected to be in their seats and
ready to work at the start of each class period.
- Students who arrive late
for school must report to the academic office; students will receive a
tardy for each period for which they are late.
- Teachers or administrators
who are responsible for a studentÕs tardiness to another class must
supply the student with an excused pass.
- HS students with ten
tardies accumulated in a semester will serve Saturday School for two
hours. Saturday School carries with it a cost of ´1000 per hour which is
automatically charged to the family account.
- Withdrawing
from school is accomplished
with the least disruption if parents notify the school several weeks in
advance. Our Withdrawal Checklist helps us complete the process in an
orderly fashion. As a general rule, students may not receive credit for
the grading period if they leave school more than two weeks before the end
of the period. With enough advance notice, however, arrangements for
exceptions can be made through correspondence course work or special
tutoring so that students won't miss out on vital school experiences when
they need to move before the end of the year. Students who withdraw in
good standing will be welcomed back upon submission of re-enrollment forms
and required documentation. Students who withdraw because of academic or
behavioral problems will be considered for readmission based on submission
of re-enrollment forms, necessary documentation, and an interview with the
principal and headmaster.
Audiovisual
equipment (projectors, sound systems, etc.): Student use of
equipment must be arranged with the classroom teacher in advance. For non-class activities, a request
must be submitted along with the facility request.
Awards:
CAJ desires to develop the unique gifts and talents of each
student. As part of this process, we present a wide variety of awards to
recognize and encourage the use of these talents. These awards are presented on
a variety of occasions throughout the year, including at graduation and during
assemblies. A listing of the
awards is available on the student page of the CAJ web site.
Bicycles
and motorcycles must be used according to the laws of Japan.
All bikes and cycles should be parked in the designated parking areas and
should be kept locked. Bicycle stickers identifying CAJ community memberÕs
bicycles will be available at the beginning of each school year. Razors (scooters) should be
folded and stored in the student locker. To protect pedestrians, bikes and
cycles should not be ridden on the campus outside the designated parking areas
and should not be used during the
school day. Bicycles are not to be used in the plaza area when school is in
session or an event is taking place; motorcycles are never used in the plaza
area whether school is in session or out. When the playground is used for an
event, it is also off-limits to bicycles and motorcycles. All bicycles riders
are urged to wear helmets when riding. Bicycles are personal property and
should not be borrowed without the ownerÕs permission.
Bullying
(ijime) – see
harassment
Campus:
The CAJ campus is clearly defined by gates, fences, and walls. The
campus is private property, reserved for the use of CAJ community members and
others by invitation.
- Official supervision by teachers on campus
begins at 8:00 a.m. (9:00 a.m. on Wednesdays) and ends at 4:00 p.m. each
day, Monday through Friday. CAJ assumes no responsibility for students on
campus before 8:00 (9:00 on Wed) or after 4:00 or on weekends. It is the
parentsÕ job to monitor the whereabouts of their children and to exercise
appropriate intervention if the parentsÕ wishes are not obeyed.
- Once students have arrived on campus in the
morning they may not leave until the school day is over. The exception is
that seniors may have privileges to go into the machi (business area around the train station) for lunch and
break, and Grade 9-11 students may go to ShimizuÕs during lunch and break,
but no further than the Shimizu store. Students who leave campus at other
times or who behave in unacceptable ways may lose these privileges or
experience other consequences.
- At no time should students be inside any CAJ
facility without the permission and supervision of an adult. Students who
want to use a facility outside of school hours must ask a supervisor to
complete and submit a Facilities Usage Request Form (On Campus Event) at
least one week in advance.
- Trees and shrubs are not considered
part of the playground equipment and are not to be played in or on.
- CAJ holds students accountable for
appropriate behavior to and from school. Any misbehavior before, during,
and after school hours (including smoking, drinking, stealing, vandalism,
and other disrespectful behavior) will be handled by principals, just as
if it had occurred on the campus.
Cell
Phones may not be used during class, assemblies, or other times of
instruction (with the exception of an emergency situation) by high school
students. Use of cell phones in
other areas of the campus and at other times is a privilege that may be revoked
if abused. Cell phones used
inappropriately will be confiscated and must be reclaimed from the academic
office. Repeated offenses result
in more severe consequences. If a
cell phone or other electronic devise is confiscated because certain types of
inappropriate behavior (harassment, cheating, pornography, illegal activities,
etc.) are suspected, the principal may exam the contents of the device. At least one other staff person will be
present during the examination.
Students may be required to provide access and show the administrator
what is preserved in the memory.
Taking electronic devices onto campus is not required and is a privilege
- doing so means that students and their parents have agreed to this policy.
Chapel:
All students attend chapel weekly. Chapel is designed to be a time
of inspiration, worship, praise, teaching from God's Word, and promotion of
spiritual growth. At least once a year, a special speaker is invited to
interact with students during Spiritual Life Emphasis Week, which includes a
special chapel every day and discussions with the speaker during some classes
when possible. Students are
expected to respect all speakers and practice good audience behavior.
Cocurricular
eligibility: The principal, in cooperation with the guidance
staff and teachers, will determine student eligibility using the following
criteria:
1.
Regular
Season
a.
Students must display satisfactory conduct and
are expected to represent CAJ well.
b.
Students who are on academic probation due to
failing one or more semester classes are not permitted to participate in
cocurricular activities. Any
exceptions must be approved by the principal.
c.
Students must attend at least four class periods
in a day in order to participate in cocurricular activities on that day. Any
exceptions must be approved by the principal.
2.
Athletic
Tournaments: CAJ participates in Far East and small school
tournaments under the following guideline:
In the event that there are
reservations about a team or individualÕs participation in a tournament, the
principal will confer with the athletic director and the coach and then bring a
recommendation to the headmaster, who will make the final decision.
Cocurricular
Student Guidelines:
Students must:
- Maintain their commitment to an activity until it is
completed. Students who choose not to attend all practices and events,
choose the following consequences:
a.
Sports:
1. Students who quit
tennis, VB, BB, FH, or soccer after teams have been announced will be
ineligible for athletic and fine arts activities for the current season and the
next season.
2. Students who quit CC,
wrestling, or track during or after the first meet will be ineligible for
athletic and fine arts activities for the current season and the next season.
b.
Fine arts:
1. Students who quit drama
after the cast has been announced will be ineligible for athletic and fine arts
activities for the current season and the next season.
2. Students who are in
speech, solo & ensemble (instrumental, vocal), debate, and Artscape who do
not participate in the culminating event will be ineligible for athletic and
fine arts activities for the current season and the next season.
c.
Student Council:
1. Students elected to
student council who do not complete their term in office will be ineligible for
further participation in student council or for senior council for the
following year.
d. All exceptions must be made
on appeal to the coach, the AD/FAC, and the principal.
2.
Be responsible for their academic assignments
and for their cocurricular attendance and may not miss a practice or an event
in order to do homework.
3.
Be responsible to follow the behavior guidelines
in the Student Handbook. Students
who get into serious trouble may receive serious consequences which affect
their co-curricular involvement. For example, students who receive an in-house
suspension are ineligible for co-curricular participation on the day the
principal deals with the situation, and this ineligibility will be equated with
truancy.
4.
Attend all gatherings related to the
co-curricular activities to which they have committed themselves. Students who
choose not to attend all practices and events choose the following
consequences:
a.
Sports:
1. Students who are truant
from practice are ineligible to participate in the next contest. The coach will
contact the student, parent, and AD when this happens.
2. Students who are truant
from 3 practices are ineligible for further participation. The coach and AD
will confer with the principal when this happens. The principal will consider
the circumstances, make the final decision and inform the parents. Students who are removed from a team
for truancy will be ineligible for athletic and fine arts activities for the
current season and the next season.
b.
Fine arts:
1. For the first instance
of truancy, the coach will talk to the student, parents, and FAC.
2. For the second instance
of truancy, the coach will inform the FAC and principal, who will determine if
the student may continue in an activity. The principal will contact the
parents.
3. Students who are truant
from 3 practices are ineligible for further participation. The coach and FAC
will confer with the principal when this happens. The principal will consider
the circumstances, make the final decision and inform the parents. Students who
are removed from a team for truancy will be ineligible for athletic and fine
arts activities for the current season and the next season.
c.
Student Council:
1. For the first instance
of truancy, the student council advisor will talk to the student, parents, and
FAC.
2. For the second instance
of truancy, the student council advisor will inform the principal, who will
determine if the student may continue in an activity. The principal will
contact the parents.
3. Students who are truant
from 3 student council meetings and/or events are ineligible for further
participation. The student council advisor will confer with the principal when
this happens. The principal will consider the circumstances, make the final
decision and inform the parents.
Students who are removed from student council for truancy will be
ineligible for student council for the following year.
Communication
- CAJ desires to have a close
working relationship with parents. In addition to report cards, progress
reports, and parent-teacher conferences, we have the following avenues for
communication: CAJ Web site http://caj.or.jp,
Chronicle, Alumni News, a PTA Back-to-School Night in September, Knight Sounds each month (sponsored
by the PTA), and a High School
newsletter.
- CAJ encourages teachers to
be in regular contact with parents, and asks that parents communicate
concerns or questions to teachers in a timely manner. Please phone the
school during the school day or send a note or email. Teachers are not
called out of class to take telephone calls; a receptionist will take a
message and have the teacher return the call at his or her earliest
convenience.
- CAJ asks that parents make
an appointment in order to discuss an important issue with a teacher or
principal. Important matters should not be raised in impromptu settings
such as school hallways, co-curricular events, or worship services. Please respect staffsÕ personal
time outside of the school setting and school hours.
- If a question or concern is
not resolved, please contact the principal. If the situation remains
unresolved, please contact the headmaster.
Computer
Lab: CAJ allows students to use school computers. The computer lab is
open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:25 p.m. each day except Wednesdays, when it is open from
9:00 to 4:25 p.m. The computer lab has been divided into two sections.
Students should only enter into the room using the right door if they have a
computer class. All computer classes will be conducted in the COMPUTER LAB
2 throughout every period of the day and are off limits to students who
are not in a computer class. Only students in the class may enter into this
side of the room after waiting first for all of the previous students to leave
the room. The left side of the computer lab is COMPUTER LAB 1 and is reserved
for teachers who wish to bring in their class and have previously signed up for
this privilege. This side of the lab will also be open for general student
usage before school, break, lunch, and after school until 4:25 Monday through Friday.
The teaching side will be closed to all students before school, breaks, during
high school lunch, and after school. The connecting door between the two labs
is for staff use only. Students will not be allowed to use this door at any
time.
- The purpose of the computer
lab is for academic pursuits and not for entertainment, games, personal
e-mail, movie trailers, or instant messaging. Students may be asked to
leave the lab by a lab supervisor or teacher when a student is found using
a computer in an inappropriate manner or is disrupting other classes that
are in session. Classes are in session during most of the day; therefore
it is important that study hall teachers send only five or fewer students
to the lab at any given period, and only when a student has a specific
academic purpose which requires a computer.
- Students are allowed e-mail
and instant messaging before school, during breaks, and after school.
Movie trailers are not to be viewed at any time in the lab. Students can
log into their e-mail accounts to retrieve homework assignments and for
sending completed work to home, but students should also learn how to
access their school accounts from home so that this is no longer
necessary. Assistance by the supervisor will be given to help students in
saving and retrieving homework.
- Students cannot have food,
candy, gum, or drinks of any kind inside the lab at anytime. All such
items need to be inside students' backpacks and inside the cabinet
provided for bags before the student goes to a computer. All backpacks,
coats, and extra paraphernalia that might limit movement in the lab MUST
be deposited inside the cabinet or on a shelf before going to a computer.
If a student is found with any of these items at a computer rather than in
the cabinet they will receive a warning yellow card at the first offence,
and a red card for the second offence. When a student receives a red card,
they will be denied admittance into the lab for computer usage unless with
a classroom teacher for two weeks. If a student offends a third time, the
student will be disciplined for disobedience by the high school principal.
Course
Load:
- High school students must
take 6 credit classes each semester; taking 6 credits per semester for 8
semester results in 48 credits, the number required for graduation.
- Based on a written appeal by
the parent and in consultation with appropriate teaching staff, the
principal may grant exceptions to the 6-credit guideline.
- Students enrolled in 2 or more
AP classes may be permitted 2 study halls, provided they are taking 3
other credit classes not including being a TA. To be eligible for this
provision, students must also have previously earned the appropriate
number of credits: 25 by start of the junior year, 31 by start of second
semester of the junior year, 37 by start of the senior year, and 43 by
start of second semester of the senior year.
- Intentional exceptions may
be made on a case-by-case basis depending on a studentÕs needs.
- CAJ reserves the right to
limit a student's course load. Six courses and a study hall are considered
a full course load. Students
wishing to take 7 courses must apply to the principal for an
exception. Students on academic
probation are required to take a study hall. Applications for exceptions
and information are available from the registrar registrar@caj.or.jp
Courses:
- Dropping/adding courses:
- Students may drop/add
classes before the end of the first two full weeks of school.
- If a student wants to drop
a class after the first two full weeks of school to take a study hall,
the student must provide a written request by a parent and can withdraw
with a WP (withdraw while passing) or WG (withdraw with grade), neither
of which affects the GPA.
- AP: In AP English, AP
Psychology, AP US history, AP World History, students can change from AP
to the regular course by September 30 without it affecting the
transcript. Students who change from AP to the regular course after
September 30 will receive a W (withdraw) for the AP class.
- Yearlong elective classes:
i. Students
enrolled in yearlong electives (such as chemistry, and AP calculus) are
expected to take the class for both semesters. Exceptions may be granted by the
principal, based on a written appeal by the parent and in consultation with
appropriate teaching staff.
ii. Students
wishing to enroll in yearlong classes for second semester only may have their
parents submit a written appeal to the principal, who, after talking with
appropriate teaching staff (teacher, counselor, registrar, department chair),
will make the decision about the appeal.
- Repeating courses: A student
may repeat a class he/she has passed, with the permission of the
principal. (For example, students who earn grades of C- or below in math
may be asked to repeat a class and earn a higher grade to be eligible for
the next level of math.) The student may earn credit for the repeated
course; if the course is a graduation requirement, the repeated course
will count as elective credit.
- Correspondence courses:
Students may take CAJ-approved correspondence courses to make up classes
they did not pass. Students are not to take correspondence courses to
complete required classes unless specifically directed by the principal to
do so. For a correspondence course to be approved, parents must contact
the registrar with a request, and the registrar will submit the request to
the principal for a final decision.
- Incomplete courses: Students
have until the final day of each semester to complete work. Such work will
receive a minus 10% per day late penalty but students may make up work approved by their teacher to
receive 50%, according to the Late Work Policy. Late work already more than five days late must be
submitted by the final assignment deadline. (see Late Work).
Exceptions may be granted by the principal.
- Independent study courses
using CAJ staff are not offered.
In specific and rare circumstances intentional exceptions might be
made. The principal must
approve all independent study courses that use CAJ staff or that are to be
included on the CAJ transcript in advance.
Credits:
Students earn 1 credit for each semester class. Yearlong courses (for example,
math) are worth 2 credits. Unless transferring to a different school, students
who withdraw from classes before the end of the semester receive no credit.
Exceptions may be granted by the headmaster.
Curriculum:
The Christian Academy in Japan offers its high school students a
variety of courses. A complete description of the CAJ high school curriculum is
available online in the Course Catalog.
Dances:
CAJ does not sponsor or promote social dances.
Dangerous
items such as toy or real weapons (knives, etc.), lighters, and
fireworks are not permitted and will be confiscated.
Dress code: At CAJ, we
try to make a positive impression on each other and on those outside our
community. We also do whatever we can think of to provide an undistracting*
learning environment. In order to do these two things, we need to decide on a
standard of what is appropriate in many areas, including dress. Students are
here voluntarily, which means that their parents choose to enroll them.
Consequently, as a school, we assume students have agreed to dress
appropriately, according to the schoolÕs definition of appropriate dress and/or
according to the principal's interpretation of this definition.
Dress code
is a school function code. It
applies whenever a staff member or student is on campus for school events
(either as participants or spectators) or off campus and representing the
school (either as participants or spectators) on school functions (field trips,
concerts, games etc.).
We try to
be positive when stating rules, but the following guidelines are listed
negatively to make them as clear as possible.
As a
community of people, we do not want to see:
¥
underwear
¥
buttocks
¥
cleavage
¥
a bare midriff exposed when standing, walking, or
sitting
¥
skin-tight clothing (except for socks)
¥
excessively ripped or torn clothing
¥
bare legs above half-way up the thigh (shorts - must be no
shorter than half-way up the thigh when the person is standing; skirt - must
not be shorter than 10cm above the knee measured with the knee resting on a
flat surface) Exception
to the 10cm rule is when leggings or opaque (non-see-through) tights are worn
under the skirt. In this case, the
skirt may be 15cm above the knee.
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clothing, hairstyles or body accessories that might
intimidate or leave a negative or misleading impression with fellow students,
younger children, guests at our school, or with the outlying Japanese community
of which our school is a guest (this includes areas which our students commute
through)
¥
hats in chapel (hats allowed in some areas for high school
students – classroom use is determined by the individual teachers)
In
addition: footwear must be worn at all times on campus.
Skirt (or
menÕs kilt as demonstrated below) length is measured by having the student
place a knee on a chair and, without slouching down, measuring 10 cm from the
chair to the hemline.
Dress Code Violations: Violations of the dress code will be
handled as follows:
First
violation
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change of clothes (supplied by principal)
¥
violation is recorded
Second
violation
¥
change of clothes (supplied by principal)
¥
warning note home to parents
Third
violation
¥
change of clothes (supplied by principal)
¥
one hour detention arranged by principal
Fourth
violation
¥
change of clothes (supplied by principal)
¥
parents contacted
¥
students and parents will sign a letter of compliance
Fifth violation
¥
change of clothes (supplied by principal)
¥
possible out-of-school suspension assigned by headmaster
¥
meeting with parents must take place to discuss the status
of the student at the school before student will be allowed to return to school
Drugs
and alcohol: CAJ forbids the use of tobacco, alcohol, or
other illegal drugs on or near school grounds, at any school-sponsored events,
or anywhere within the jurisdiction of the school.
Email
Students are required to maintain and check regularly (several
times a week unless directed to do so more often by a teacher) their CAJ mail
account. Problems with email must
be reported promptly to the technology department. Not having accessed their email will not be an acceptable
excuse for missing a deadline, assignment or special instructions. CAJ email accounts should not be used
for any inappropriate or illegal activities.
Emergency
Instructions
- Closing: If school is closed because of bad
weather or some other emergency, we will:
- Post the closure on the
CAJ website http://caj.or.jp
- Send an emergency closing
announcement by email to all CAJ families
- Activate a school closing
message in the academic office 042-471-0022
- Attempt to have the
announcement made on the 810 AM radio band
- Disasters: The
school is equipped with generator power as well as emergency supplies of
food and water. For emergency contact, the school also has a cellular
phone number that is available only to CAJ families and is published at
the front of the school directory (called ÒWhoÕs WhoÓ).
- In the aftermath of a
disastrous situation that occurs while school is in session:
i. Until
a general Òall clearÓ statement is issued by authorities, students will not be
permitted to leave campus without administrative consent or being accompanied
by a parent or guardian;
ii. No
student will use the CAJ telephone unless directed. Cellular phones may be used
by students.
- Parental responsibilities
are as follows:
i. Ensure
that students carry school and other identification cards with them at all
times
ii. Advise
children of the necessary actions and responsibilities if caught en route
to/from school
Field
Trips and Excursions: Various classes take school-day field trips
coordinated with the curriculum. All policies of the school and expectations
for behavior are in effect during these trips. Existing and proposed outings are under constant
review. Overnight trips include
- Sophomores: Each
fall the sophomores attend an overnight leadership training retreat.
- Juniors: Each
fall, all CAJ juniors are required to participate in the Wilderness Camp,
a 4-day outdoor educational activity which takes place near Okutama Bible
Chalet. Each student is billed an excursion fee which covers food, first
aid supplies, and equipment.
Appeals for an exception must be made to the principal.
- Seniors: Each year
the seniors take an educational trip in the fall to Nagasaki as part of
their Japanese culture class and a service trip in the spring to another
Asian country as part of their global issues class. The trip costs are
subsidized by funds that students have raised through class activities, by
donations from the PTA, and by money from the school.
- Other cocurricular retreats
and events
Final
Assignment Deadlines: at the end of each semester a date approximately
one week before the last day of the semester is designated as the final
assignment deadline:
1. No major assignments
(anything other than regular daily assignments and quizzes) are to be due after
(date ~one week before end of semester) except in semester length classes.
2. No late work already
more than five days late may be turned in after (date ~one week before end of
the semester).
3. No work for any class,
even for new small assignments or assignments in semester length courses, can
be turned in after (last day of the quarter).
Special circumstance
exceptions can only be granted by the High School Principal.
Food
and drink in the school buildings interferes with our
schoolÕs goals and objectives when someone eats or drinks in a distracting way,
doesnÕt take responsibility for his/her garbage, leaves food in places that
might attract pests, doesnÕt take responsibility for a mess he/she makes, or
damages property through irresponsibility. Therefore, the following rules
apply:
- Food and drink in the auditorium building: No food or drink may be consumed inside the
auditorium because the seats are expensive and because it is too hard to
find out who is responsible for a mess. Exceptions to this rule should be requested from the
facilities coordinator and division head (principal or) for each event.
- Food and drink in classrooms: High school students may eat and drink in the school
classrooms if the following conditions are met:
- The principal allows it
- The teacher, who is
ultimately responsible for the state of the classroom, allows food and
drink in his/her classroom
- No wrappers, crumbs or
garbage of any kind are left on the floor, or left behind, during or
after class
- The carpets do not become
stained by food or drink spills
- Students take full
responsibility for restoring school property to a reasonable condition if
spills do occur
- The classroom is clean,
orderly, and organized when the next class comes to use it
- The food and drink are not
a distraction from learning (e.g., sharing and passing food in front of
other students who are trying to listen, repeatedly asking a friend to
share food, loud eating or wrapper noises, etc.)
- No garbage of any kind
(not just food and drink related) is left behind anywhere in the school
- Students understand that
the abuse of this privilege by one student may result in a teacher
suspending the privilege in a particular classroom for every student for
a specified period of time, or for the rest of the year
- Food and drink in the gymnasium. No food or drink may be consumed inside the
gym, except in the gym lobby, because the gym floor is very expensive.
- Food and drink in hallways: No food or drink may be consumed in the school hallways or the
atrium area. Exceptions to
this for specific events must be requested from the division head and the
facilities coordinator.
Garbage
and litter: It is harder to study in a messy, disorganized
place than in a clean one. It also feels good to take care of things and places
by maintaining or restoring them; this feeling translates to a positive pride
in the things and places we care for. When students feel good about themselves,
each other, and their school, this high regard has a measurable positive impact
on their attitudes and performance. Finally, it feels good to demonstrate this
positive attitude and in so doing, to consciously set an example for others.
Therefore, at CAJ, high school students and teachers are responsible to:
- put garbage in the correct
receptacle
- pick up any garbage on the
ground around the receptacle when they go to use it, regardless of whether
they dropped it or not
- pick up garbage that they
walk by in the school building or on the grounds regardless of whether it
is theirs or not
- demonstrate pride in CAJÕs
resources in practical ways whenever the opportunity arises
GPA
(Grade Point Average): High school grade point averages are calculated
in the following way:
(AP
only) (all
other courses)
A
5.0 pts 4.0
pts
A- 4.7
pts 3.7
pts
B+ 4.3 pts 3.3
pts
B 4.0
pts 3.0
pts
B- 3.7
pts 2.7
pts
C+ 3.3 pts 2.3
pts
C 3.0
pts 2.0
pts
C- 2.7
pts 1.7
pts
D+ 1.3
pts
D 1.0
pts
D- 0.7
pts
F 0.0
pts
P does
not impact GPA
Grading
Scales:
In 2008-2009 CAJ secondary will be using the following
standardized scale:
|
Grade |
Percent |
|
|
|
A |
95 - 100 |
|
|
|
A- |
90-94 |
|
|
|
B+ |
86-89 |
|
|
|
B |
83-85 |
|
|
|
B- |
80-82 |
|
|
|
C+ |
76-79 |
|
|
|
C |
73-75 |
|
|
|
C- |
70-72 |
|
|
|
D+ |
66-69 |
|
|
|
D |
63-65 |
|
|
|
D- |
60-62 |
|
|
|
F |
59 and below |
|
|
Grade
Updates: In addition to printed report cards which are sent home twice a
year, grades are available on-line. The principal sets the updating schedule,
which is on the school calendar. A student's grades can be viewed by the
student or his/her parents at any time.
It is the parentsÕ and studentsÕ responsibility to monitor grades
between the semester report cards.
Questions can be addressed directly to the teacher (email preferred in
most cases). Concerns can also be
addressed to the high school principal.
A teacher may send individual grade updates when he/she is concerned
about, or desires to commend, a particular student. A password is needed to
access grades on the Internet.
Please contact the registrar with password questions registrar@caj.or.jp
Progress Reports on the Web
Two ways to view grades on
the CAJ website
1.
Basmati
– view grades all at once:
On the website <caj.or.jp> click on the High School StudentÕs Combined Grades - located on the left
margin. Enter your childÕs ID# and
password.
2. HTML
– view grades by teacher/class (additional information):
On the website <caj.or.jp> click on High School Grades and Assignments, then Grades beside the
teacherÕs name, then the course name or period. Select class. Enter your last name and password in
the correct places and click on the View Report button. If you have difficulty or are unable to
access your childÕs progress reports, please call or email the registrar for
assistance registrar@caj.or.jp
Graduation
Requirements: In order to graduate from CAJ, students are
required to complete the following courses: (colleges may require coursework
beyond these minimums -- please consult with the guidance office)
- Bible (one credit for each
year enrolled at CAJ): 4 credits
- English: 8 credits
- Fine arts: 1 credit
- Foreign language: 4 credits
- Mathematics: 4 credits
- PE/health: 5 credits
- Science: 4 credits
- Social studies: 6 credits (World
History I, US History, Japanese Culture, Global Issues)
- Elective credits to add to a
total of 48 credits
Special circumstances:
1.
Students who are gone from CAJ for a semester or
two and are planning to return are to contact the registrar regarding the
schedule they plan to take and are responsible to take classes which meet
graduation requirements. If, due to schedule conflicts at the new school, a
student is unable to take all expected requirements for CAJ, the registrar will
explain the matter to the principal, who will make a recommendation to the
headmaster for a final decision.
2.
Exceptions to CAJÕs graduation requirements may
be granted by the headmaster.
Graffiti:
Students may not write on or carve into desks, tables, picnic
tables, or other school property.
Guidance
Center: CAJ provides a variety of services through the K-12 guidance
office: study skills, career testing and guidance, college selection advice and
information, academic support, course scheduling advice to high school
students, and achievement testing.
More information at: Guidance
The guidance counselor(s) provides limited, non-intensive personal
counseling and is an information resource for the community; more serious
issues are referred to outside resources.
Gum
interferes with our schoolÕs goals and objectives when someone chews it in a
distracting way, blows and pops bubbles during class, sticks chewed gum to the
bottom of furniture, or when gum sticks to our floors or grounds (e.g. the
plaza).
- Gum in the school buildings: High school students may chew gum in the school buildings if
the following conditions are met:
- The principal allows it
- The teacher, who is
ultimately responsible for the state of the classroom, allows gum chewing
in his/her classroom
- No wrappers or garbage are
left on the floor, or left behind, during or after class
- No chewed gum is ever
intentionally stuck to any school furniture or property
- Students wrap their chewed
gum in a piece of paper or tissue before putting it in a garbage can
- The carpets do not become
stained by gum
- Students take full
responsibility for restoring school property to a reasonable condition if
they accidentally drop chewed gum
- The classroom is clean,
orderly, and organized when the next class comes to use it
- The gum is not a
distraction from learning (e.g., passing gum in front of other students
who are trying to listen, repeatedly asking a friend for a piece of gum,
loud chewing, bubble blowing and popping, or wrapper noises, etc.)
- No garbage of any kind
(not just food and drink related) is left behind anywhere in the school
- Students understand that
the abuse of this privilege by one student may result in a teacher
suspending the privilege in a particular classroom for every student for
a specified period of time, or for the rest of the year
- Students understand that
abuse of this privilege by one student may result in the principal
suspending the privilege for every high school student for a specified
period of time, or for the rest of the year
Harassment:
Any harassment (physical, verbal, emotional, sarcastic, mocking
humor by adults or students) based on ethnic, religious, physical, or gender
differences or any other reason is strictly forbidden and will be promptly
investigated and resolved. Students who suffer such harassment from another
student or staff member or know of a situation where it has occurred should
report it to a teacher, guidance counselor, or a principal immediately. The
report will be investigated promptly, and those found guilty of such harassment
will face disciplinary action up to and including dismissal. Students who make
such a report will be protected against reprisal from others.
Health
Center: The health center is staffed by a full-time nurse from 8:00 a.m.
(9:00 a.m. on Wednesdays) to 4:00 p.m. to help promote the health and safety of
students. The nurse administers initial first-aid treatment for illness or
injury and is a resource of health information to the community. The nurse also
coordinates all required student and staff health data.
- All new students and those
entering grades 6, and 9 are required to submit completed Health History,
and Physical Examination forms before attending classes. The Health
History form, to be completed by the parents, includes general health
information, allergy information and immunization history. Please answer
all the questions on the form. You may attach a photocopy of the
immunization record in English or Japanese if you wish. The Physical Examination form, to
be completed by your physician, consists of a general review of body
systems and should include a discussion of your childÕs immunizations.
Please use this opportunity to update any missing or outdated
immunizations such as measles, mumps, rubella, chickenpox, and tetanus.
These exams should be obtained within six months of the studentÕs first
day of school.
- A screening for tuberculosis
is required for all new and returning 6th grade students. Please answer
all the questions on the Tuberculosis Screening form and present the form
to your physician at the time of the physical examination. If your
physician determines that risk factors for TB are present, he will perform
the tuberculosis skin test (PPD) or chest x-ray. If your child has no risk
factors, as determined by your physician, further testing is not
indicated. Please return the Tuberculosis Screening form to school along
with the other forms. The Tuberculosis Screening form has been translated
into Japanese for your convenience.
- Each family is required to
submit a yearly Family Emergency Information form. This form grants the
nurse permission to administer care and selected medications, provides
updated medical information, and an alternate contact person for emergency
situations when the parent cannot be reached.
- A yearly sports physical is
required for Grades 6 - 12 before a student may participate in
cocurricular sports. Sports physicals are valid for one year from
completion date. Students in grades 6 and 9 who are completing the
Physical Examination form do not need to submit a separate Sports
Physical.
- Students requiring
administration of prescription medication during the school day must
submit the Permission to Administer Prescription Medication form signed by
the prescribing physician and a parent. Medications need to be in the
original packaging.
- Students who are ill and/or
have the following symptoms should not come to school:
- A temperature of 99.6 F
(37.6 C) or above.
- Vomiting or diarrhea.
- A contagious-looking skin rash
or infection, or lice.
- Symptoms of tonsillitis or
strep throat, such as fever, very red sore throat with or without white
spots, bright red tongue with protruding red spots, and enlarged lymph
glands.
- If these symptoms are
present, a doctor should be consulted as soon as possible, and the student
should not return to school until antibiotics have been taken for 24
hours.
- If it becomes necessary to
send a student home during the school day, the nurse will contact the
parent or the alternate contact person to make necessary arrangements.
Honor
Roll: At the end of each semester, a studentÕs grade point average
(GPA) is used to determine the Honor Roll. Half-credit courses are counted at
half value. Students with ÒincompleteÓ on their report cards are not listed
until a grade is assigned. To be on the Honor Roll a student must have a GPA of
3.6 or more for the semester. This is published on individual student
transcripts. See also: Merit
Roll.
Immigration
Letters: When a letter certifying a studentÕs current enrollment at CAJ
is needed by Immigration, please notify the academic office at least one
week in advance. When the letter is ready to be picked up, someone from
school will email you.
Late Work: Work that
is handed in after the due date may indicate organizational and time management
difficulties. Therefore, in trying to help students learn planning, organizational,
and time management skills, and in trying to foster personal responsibility,
the high school has adopted a late work policy:
1.
Work is due at the beginning of the class period unless
specifically exempted by the teacher in writing. Assignments submitted after
this time are penalized. Plan on
possible computer or printing problems.
Being late for class to print a paper or complete an assignment is a
tardy and the work counts as late.
2.
Late work will be penalized 10% per school day and 10% per
Saturday or holiday day. The 10% will be deducted from the points before the
work is graded. On multi-day holidays each day except
Sunday counts for 10%. CAJ does
not encourage students to study on Sunday so does not penalize for Sunday. The
principal encourages teachers not to make major assignments due on Monday. Classes based on participation (home
economics, PE, industrial arts, digital photography, video, music, etc.) are
exempt from weekend or holiday penalties for many assignments. Please consult the class syllabus.
3.
Late work papers can be submitted to turnitin.com. If the assignment is not supposed to be
submitted to turnitin.com, then email may be appropriate. Check with your teacher. The late penalty will be applied up to
the date the work is sent. Teachers
may require a paper copy be submitted as well.
4.
Assignments
must be completed to a B (above
average) level to receive 50% credit. The student can repeat the assignment
twice, if necessary, to reach this level.
Additional attempts must be approved by the teacher in advance. In some cases an exception to the B
level might be appropriate. The
student can consult with the teacher to determine a level appropriate for their
ability.
5.
Teachers are not expected to provide detailed feedback or
comments on student work if it is more than five school days late.
6.
The final assignment deadline for the semester applies to
all year long courses. Semester
length courses may have later deadlines.
Late assignments will not be accepted beyond the last day of the semester
unless the student has been granted an incomplete exemption by the
principal. Late work already more
than five days late must be submitted by the final assignment deadline on the
school calendar.
7.
Exceptions to the late penalty or these policies may be
granted by the principal. Any
questions about this policy, appeals or requests for exceptions should be
directed to the principal.
Lettering
in a sport or fine arts activity is both an award and an
honor. It is an award because the student must meet certain requirements in
order to receive it. It is an honor because it is bestowed upon the student by
an advisor or coach. Neither awards nor honors are given upon demand. Students
need to understand that no system is perfect and that bestowing letters is
ultimately a subjective act. The goal in giving letters is to recognize
diligence and excellence.
Athletics:
General Requirements: To receive
a JV pin or Varsity letter or pin in any sport, athletes must:
- Maintain eligibility for the
entire season
- Maintain 100% attendance at
all practices and games unless excused by the coach
- Demonstrate the motivation, positive
attitude, effort and coachability appropriate with being a member of a
team
- Meet requirements of the
individual sport or be recommended by the coach to receive a letter. Specific requirements for
individual sports can be found in the athletic handbook.
Fine Arts Letters:
Music, Drama (including
Light & Sound/Speech/Debate/Liturgical Dance, Visual Arts, Literary Arts
To receive a letter in any
fine art, students must:
- Maintain eligibility
- Maintain 100% attendance at
all practices and events unless excused by the supervisor
- Exhibit effort, motivation,
and a positive attitude
- Meet the requirements of the
individual category or be recommended by the supervisor
Specific requirements for
individual fine arts activities are listed on the application form which is
available on the CAJ website (see caj.or.jp/....) The application process
begins in May of each year.
Library
and Media Center
- Library usage: CAJ
students, staff, their families and ESS students are welcome to make use
of the library.
- The primary role of the
library is to support the educational and research interests of CAJ
students and staff. Because our library serves a wide range of students
and families whose interests and needs differ, and because there is a
wide range of views within our community on what is appropriate for a
library, it should be recognized that not all materials on the shelves
are acceptable for every student or family. The library is distinct from
the classroom in that free choice is involved in the selection of
materials. The librarian cannot be, nor should be, a watchman over the
materials an individual student chooses. The librarian cannot know either
the wishes of the parents for the children or the maturity level of each
individual student. The ultimate responsibility for what a student reads
and views rests with the student and the parents.
- Respectful conduct is
expected of all persons using the library so that we can be good stewards
of our God-given resources. Abuse of library privileges may result in
restricted use of materials and facilities.
- Books circulate for two
weeks during the school year and longer during the summer. Fines are
assessed for books returned late and for damaged materials. Lost
materials must be paid for by the borrower. Unpaid fines may result in
withheld student records.
- The library is open from
8:00 a.m. until 4:25 p.m. except on Wednesdays, when it is open from 9:00
a.m. until 4:25 p.m. During this time priority is given to teachers and their
classes. The librarians may occasionally close the library to additional
students when a large class has reserved the library. Summer library
hours are posted at the beginning of each summer.
- CAJ library collection development policy (including books,
movies, and videos)
- Purpose: The library will provide books and media materials which:
i. Support
the goals of CAJÕs statement of philosophy and purpose
ii. Enrich
and support all subject areas of the school curriculum, taking into
consideration the varied interests, abilities, and maturity levels of the
students served and their teachers
iii. Stimulate
growth in factual knowledge, literary appreciation, aesthetic values, and
ethical, moral, and biblical convictions
iv. Are
from both Christian and secular perspectives in order to challenge studentsÕ
minds and spirits, to develop and nurture them, to better equip students to
minister to a needy world, and to respond to the issues of their lives
v. Serve
the recreational and informational needs of the CAJ community in general, where
possible, although this is a matter of secondary concern
- Principles: The library collection will be governed by
the following fundamental principles: appropriateness, educational
potential, moral integrity, aesthetic excellence, and prudence.
i. Appropriateness:
Christian standards – such as can be derived from the Bible (e.g.,
Philippians 4:8; Ephesians 5:4; I Peter 3:15-16; etc.) – shall be placed
above personal opinion in selecting materials that are an honor to God and
useful to His people.
ii. Educational potential:
Materials that have potential for enlarging a studentÕs vision, deepening
his/her faith, and sharpening his/her sensitivity as a Christian human being
shall be sought over those that are superficial or narrow in their scope or
point of view.
iii. Moral integrity:
Reason and fairness shall be placed above ignorance and prejudice in selecting
materials which fairly represent the current state of affairs in the world
which God has made. Materials which present an honest, penetrating view of
life, even though they may challenge or shock, will be considered if they meet
the criteria outlined in this document.
iv. Aesthetic excellence:
Artistic excellence, engaging the studentÕs imagination and emotions, will be
sought in materials which provide enjoyment and inspiration suitable to
Christians.
v. Prudence:
Wise care and foresight shall govern the purchase of materials which will
retain value for our present and future educational needs.
- The library collection will
be governed by the following specific principles:
- Award-winning and
noteworthy works in all fields of academic interest will generally be
acquired.
- Preference will be given
to books recently published. Classic works in all fields of interest will
be sought regardless of their publication date.
- Priority will be given at
various times to collection areas that have been targeted for special
development. These priorities will reflect the changing needs of the
school curriculum and will be established by the school board, the
headmaster, the principals, and the librarian in keeping with
recommendations given by teachers and such accrediting professional
organizations as WASC. Such priorities will result from a regular review
of our library collection.
- Not collected will be
materials:
i. Of
an interest or of a research level outside the needs of the CAJ school
community
ii. Which
use profanity, obscenity, or violence gratuitously, i.e., as the primary
attraction to the reader/viewer
- Concerns about the appropriateness
of materials in the CAJ library collection should be brought to the
attention of the librarian. There is a form available to ask for
reconsideration of materials. If after one has submitted this form and met
with the librarian and satisfactory resolution of the matter is not
reached, an appeal can be made to the headmaster.
Lockers
and other property (personal and school)
- A fundamental principle for
our life together is respect for each other, which includes each other's
property. We expect that everyone who shares the use of school facilities
will help to take good care of them as part of our desire to be good
stewards of the resources God has given us to use. Those who are
disrespectful will make restitution with their time and their yen. There
is no insurance to pay for personal or school property that is abused.
- CAJ provides storage space
for every student for personal items. Students in Grades 6-12 are assigned
school and PE lockers, and combination locks are provided for security.
Students are expected to keep their lockers locked at all times.
- All lockers and school desks
are school property loaned to students. Principals may inspect lockers and
desks at any time. Damage to lockers (which includes anything students
stick on that won't come off) will be repaired and students billed for the
cost.
- Unfortunately, occasionally
a member of our community does not respect the property of others. Don't
leave money or things of value where others may take them. If you must
take something valuable to school, ask a teacher or someone in the office
to keep it for you until you need it. Report suspected thefts immediately to the academic
office.
- P.E. lockers, which are
especially vulnerable to theft, must be locked at all times (except,
obviously, when you are placing or removing items). PE lockers that are left unlocked
will be secured by a second padlock and you will have to: 1) retrieve your
padlock from your principal, 2) ask the PE teachers to let you into your
locker, and 3) you will be required to miss the next PE class or athletic
practice (you will be allowed to play in a game if it is the next
day).
Lock-ins, overnight on
campus events
High
School lock-in, overnight student on-campus event policy and procedure
CAJ
student groups that wish to have on overnight on-campus activity must follow
this procedure:
Submit
a proposal (on paper or via email) to the high school principal which includes:
1) The purpose of the event
2) The dates of the event: please check
school i-cals for possible conflicts before submitting the proposal. Submitting multiple options for dates
recommended.
3) The times of the event including
what hours the lock-in, the time
when students will not be allowed to come and go, are in effect
4) What group will be involved in the
event (for example: class or
team)
5) Who the student leaders/ studentsÕ
responsible will be
6) Who the chaperones will be –
two chaperones are required for overnight events. At least one male and one female chaperone are preferred for
mixed groups. At least one of the
chaperones should be a CAJ staff person.
Some groups may desire to have different sets of chaperones that trade
off during the event.
7) Where the event will be held
(specific rooms and facilities) and
at what times.
8) Activities planned. Movies must be legal copies and
approved by the high school principal in advance. Music must be legal and appropriate. Depending on the size and purpose of
the event, music may be restricted to pre-approved music on the school
iPod.
If
the proposal is approved:
Student
leaders should work with the chaperone, sponsor or principal to fill out an
electronic On-Campus Event request form available on the staff portal.
Specific
guidelines and rules for the event to be enforced by student leaders and adult
chaperones:
1) All students need to return a
permission slip signed by a parent or guardian to attend. Slips are to be returned to the student
leader(s) and given to the chaperones on or before the night of the event. Attendance must be taken and compared to
the permission slips. Attendance
records and permission slips should be submitted to the principal after the
event.
2) Parents and the principal should be
provided an emergency contact phone number and appropriate information (times,
possible costs, etc.) for the event.
The school field trip phone is available by reservation (see the principal
or registrar).
3) No one outside the group that was
given permission to attend, either student(s) or adult(s), should be at the
event at any time.
4) Care must be taken that all students
eligible to attend are invited and encouraged to come. Distributing a permission slip to each
student eligible to attend with his or her name on it is a good way to track
whether all students were informed.
5) At least one chaperone should be
awake at all times that students
are awake.
6) Chaperones and student leaders
should know the whereabouts of all students. Students are not allowed to disperse into unsupervised
areas, especially in small groups or as couples.
7) All school rules, including those
regarding dress code and public displays of affection, are in effect for the
duration of the event.
8) Students are responsible for
cleaning up all areas used and reporting any damage or incidents to the
chaperones. Permission may be
requested to eat in areas where it is not usually allowed.
9) Some areas, including the gym and
Home Ec room, have specific guidelines for use. The student leaders and chaperones should know and abide by
these guidelines.
10) Quiet times are to be enforced
– especially for activities which
might impact our neighbors.
11) Chaperones should follow up with
the principal following the event to verify the success of the event and report
any problems or rules violations.
Lost
and Found items are kept in the library and the gym.
Please check in each location when looking for a lost item. Items can be donated to one of the
twice yearly PTA Thrift shops without notice.
Lunch:
CAJ provides an a la carte
hot lunch program for students, and staff. Meal cards can be purchased for
´5,000 in the business office. Students are asked to be respectful by:
- Standing patiently in line
- Cleaning up and pushing in
chairs, putting away all utensils, plates, trays, and trash
- Displaying appropriate actions
at all times
- Following all cafeteria
rules
Merit
Roll: At the end of each semester, a studentÕs grade point average
(GPA) is used to determine the Merit Roll. Half-credit courses are counted at
half value. Students with ÒincompleteÓ on their report cards are not listed
until a grade is assigned. To be on the Merit Roll a student must have a GPA of
3.2 -3.59 for the semester. This is published on individual student
transcripts. See also: Honor
Roll.
Movie
Usage: It is a reasonable teaching practice to use part or all of a movie
in a class. However, because our school serves a wide range of students and
families whose convictions differ, and because there is a wide range of views
within our community on what is appropriate, CAJ recognizes that not all movies
are acceptable for every student or family. Therefore, we are guided by the
following:
- CAJ uses movies in class to
teach rather than to entertain
- Any movie used in class has
been previewed and approved by the principal
- The ultimate responsibility
for what a student views rests with the student and the parents
- Students will be notified in
advance of a movie being shown
- If a student or parents
object to a particular movie, they may request an alternate assignment
CAJ video usage policy
1.
Purpose:
Teachers use movies which:
a.
Support the goals of CAJÕs statement of
philosophy and purpose
b.
Enrich or support a particular area of the
school curriculum
c.
Stimulate growth in factual knowledge, subject
area appreciation, aesthetic values, and ethical, moral, and biblical
convictions
d.
Are from both Christian and secular perspectives
in order to challenge studentsÕ minds and spirits, to develop and nurture them,
to better equip students to impact the world for Christ, and to respond to the
issues of their lives
e.
Concerns about the appropriateness of movies
scheduled should be brought to the attention of the principal.
2. Movies
proposed as entertainment at optional student events will be carefully
evaluated; approval will be given by the principal.
Music
program:
- CAJ offers many music
opportunities, both within the curriculum and as cocurricular activities.
Middle school students may participate in band or choir. High school
students may participate in choir, band, and a variety of other ensemble
groups.
- CAJ offers private music
lessons. These lessons are coordinated by staff members, and fees are paid
through the school or on a private basis, depending on the contract status
of the teacher. Students may also arrange to rent an instrument for an
additional cost. Lessons are given for most band instruments, stringed
instruments, piano, and voice. Practice rooms are available by arrangement
with the music coordinator. Students who wish to use any of the facilities
in the auditorium need a staff sponsor who is in the building.
Arrangements must be made ahead of time.
Name
tags: Parents, staff and visitors are required to wear names tags when
on campus during school hours.
Parents
away from home: Prior to leaving the country (or even their home
for another area within Japan) for a period of time, parents must leave contact
numbers and intended length of absence with the academic office in case of an
emergency.
Parent
Teacher Association:
- The PTA is an organization
supporting the ministry of Christian Academy in Japan; volunteers are
always needed to help in a variety of ways.
- CAJ Ôs PTA is led by an
executive committee responsible for its activities. These include evening
meetings such as Back-to-School Nights and two yearly Thrift Shops.
- All profits from the Thrift
Shops are used for school-related and student-related projects and
activities. Some recur annually, such as subsidizing the publication of
the monthly school newsletter Knight
Sounds and underwriting part of the cost of the 8th grade and senior
class excursions. Other
requests for equipment, services, or activities not included in the
current school budget are presented to the executive committee of the PTA
at one of its monthly meetings after having been approved by the
headmaster.
Parent-teacher
conferences are scheduled in November. At other times,
conferences are scheduled at the request of parents, teachers, or
administrators. Parents are invited to meet teachers in their classrooms during
Back-to-School Night, held soon after school begins in the fall. The high school also participates in
student led conferences.
Passes:
All high school students are responsible to keep their own school issued Agenda
with them during the school day because only passes in agendas or pre-printed
from the offices are acceptable for permission to be outside of class (except
for class-specific bathroom passes). Teachers and the principal will ask
students to show their passes when students are in the hallways during class
time. If a student runs out of lines for writing passes, more pass sheets are
available in the academic office.
Personal
Belongings: All personal belongings, including
school-related materials, are to be kept in student lockers. Items left in the
classrooms will be collected by the classroom teacher and delivered to the Lost
and Found with the purpose of providing an undistracting* learning environment
for other students. Items left in hallways or in other common areas of the
school will be collected by the principal and taken to the Lost and Found with
the purpose of maintaining an attractive building for visitors and
demonstrating an atmosphere of gratefulness for the great facilities that God
has blessed us with. Students who want their things back can inquire of one of
the librarians or check in the gym. See also: Lost and Found
Umbrellas are personal property and should not be borrowed without
the ownerÕs permission.
Plagiarism:
High school students are responsible to understand the issue and consequences
of plagiarism. CAJ's curriculum
requires that teachers teach and remind students about the illegality of using
someone else's ideas or words without giving credit. Teachers do so before
students work on assignments that require documentation. Therefore, plagiarism
in high school is a serious offense; it is a form of stealing, and, if
intentional, is cheating. Ignorance about plagiarism is not an excuse. CAJ
subscribes to turnitin.com to help educate students about plagiarism and to
help with enforcement. The fact that we value collaboration does not imply that
all work may be collaborative, and it is important for students to recognize
when work must be completed independently.
High school students are required to give proper credit to all
sources used when completing an assignment; failure to do so is plagiarism (see
Plagiarism). CAJ uses the Modern Language Association (MLA) documentation
format, which requires that students complete and hand in a Works Cited list
whenever a student has quoted or paraphrased ideas or words from another
person. Students are responsible to use the proper format both in their
parenthetical references and in the Works Cited list. To help students with
proper citations, The Purdue University Online Writing Lab provides an
excellent online reference at
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/research/r_mla.html . Students are asked
to use this web page or a copy of the MLA Handbook (Fifth Edition) to ensure
that due credit is given and documentation is formatted correctly. Exception:
AP Psychology/Psychology class will be required to use APA (American
Psychological Association) format. Some science classes may choose this format
as well. This can also be found
at
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/research/r_apa.html.
Probation
Policy: CAJ uses an academic probation system to help students succeed in
school. The high school policy is as follows:
- Failure in any semester
course will result in academic
probation for a minimum of one semester.
- Probation status for those
failing a course needed for graduation will remain in effect until the
student takes and passes that course (or an agreed substitute course) so
that the deficiency is removed and the student is back on track toward
completing graduation requirements (38 semesters of specified courses + 10
electives = 48 total for an average of 6 per semester and 12 per year).
- The student must make up the
course needed for graduation according to the following schedule:
- A course failed during
first or second semester of the freshman year must be made up prior to
the start of the junior year.
- A course failed during
first or second semester of the sophomore year must be made up prior to
the start of the senior year.
- A course failed during
first or second semester of the junior year must be made up prior to
graduation.
- A course failed during the
senior year must be made up prior to graduation.
- If the student does not make
up the course by the time specified above,
- The student who failed a
course in the freshman or sophomore year will face probable suspension
and will not be readmitted until the course is made up. Further, to be
readmitted in the proper grade level, the student must have completed
appropriate credits for that grade level missed while on suspension.
- The student who failed a
course in the junior or senior year will not graduate at the end of the
senior year.
- If, while on probation, the
student fails a second course, or if the student fails two or more courses
in one semester, the student will face probable suspension and will not be
readmitted until all courses (or agreed upon substitute courses) have been
taken and passed. Further, to be readmitted in the proper grade level, the
student must have completed appropriate credits for that grade level
missed while on suspension.
- Students who are on academic
probation will not be eligible for cocurricular activites.
- Exceptions to this policy
may be made for any student with a documented learning or emotional
disability.
Public
displays of affection: Although we want you to care for each other, we
ask that you be modest and discreet in your expressions of affection for one
another, which means holding hands is okay. More intimate public displays of
physical affection, especially between couples, are not.
Publications:
CAJ students produce a yearbook, known as the Matsu, and are at times involved in publishing newspapers and
literary magazines.
Razors
(scooters) must be used according to the laws of Japan and
are not to be used in the plaza area when school is in session or an event is
taking place. Razors should be folded and stored in the student locker.
Rollerblades/skateboards:
are not permitted on campus during school hours or during school
activities. They should not be
used to commute to and from school or in the school vicinity except for
weekends or during school holidays.
Commuters should not bring skateboards and store them at the station or
other locations.
Schedule:
Daily: The high school uses three different daily schedules. It is
important that students move quickly between classes and listen for bells. The
schedules are as follows:
Homeroom Day (usually Monday)
Homeroom 8:30 AM 9:05 AM
First 9:08
AM 9:53
AM
Second 9:56
AM 10:41
AM
Break
Third 10:53
AM 11:38
AM
Fourth 11:41
AM 12:26
PM
Fifth 12:29
PM 1:14
PM
Lunch
Sixth 1:57
PM 2:42
PM
Seventh 2:45
PM 3:30
PM
Regular Day (usually Tuesday, Thursday
and Friday)
First 8:30
AM 9:24
AM
Second 9:27
AM 10:16
AM
Break
Third 10:31
AM 11:20
AM
Fourth 11:23
AM 12:12
PM
Fifth 12:15
PM 1:04
PM
Lunch
Sixth 1:49
PM 2:38
PM
Seventh 2:41
PM 3:30
PM
Chapel Day (usually Wednesday)
First 9:30
AM 10:10
AM
Chapel 10:15
AM 10:55
AM
Second 11:00
AM 11:35
AM
Third 11:40
AM 12:15
AM
Fourth 12:20
AM 12:55
AM
Lunch
Fifth 1:35
PM 2:10
PM
Sixth 2:15
PM 2:50
PM
Seventh 2:55
PM 3:30
PM
Schedule:
Student
- General guidelines: In
making a student schedule, the principal, who will make final decisions
regarding student schedules, will consider the following,:
- Student needs and input,
parent input, past student performance in classes and on standardized
tests, teacher recommendations, counselor and registrar input, class size,
and availability of courses
- The minimum course load is
6 credit classes per semester
- A student may take a
maximum of 3 AP classes.
However, because of the intense homework schedule three AP classes
are not recommended. Based
on a documented parent appeal, exceptions may be granted by the principal
- Due to class size limits,
some students may not be able to be enrolled in a particular class. A
class may be canceled due to low enrollment
- Students may drop/add a
class during the first two weeks of school (see Courses)
- Recommendations:
- Overall schedule: All
students are required to take 6 classes for credit each semester.
- CAJ recommends a
well-rounded schedule as defined by the levels and point system used in
the Student Workload Check Sheet, which is provided in the student's
Agenda.
- Study halls: CAJ
recommends a study hall for all students. Students need to apply to the principal for an
exception to take more than 6 classes without a study hall. Those who plan to be involved in
a cocurricular activity, an AP class, or the college admissions process
(first semester of the senior year) should be hesitant to apply for an
exception.
- College-bound students: CAJ recommends that
college-bound students take:
i. a
minimum of 3 maths/3 sciences
ii. one
or more AP courses
iii. a
reasonably rigorous schedule in the senior year; students will be better
prepared for college if they take an appropriately challenging schedule
- Typical schedules:
- 9th: Bible/PE, English,
algebra or geometry, physical science, world history, an elective, and
study hall both semesters
- 10th: Bible/PE, English,
foreign language (choice: French, Japanese, Spanish), geometry or
advanced algebra, biology, and 1 or 2 electives per semester
- 11th: Bible/PE, English, American
history, foreign language (2nd year), health, and electives
- 12th: Bible/PE, (AP)
English, Japanese culture/global issues, and electives
Senior
privileges: At the beginning of the year, seniors may propose
and negotiate special privileges with the principal because seniors are the
oldest and presumably most responsible students at CAJ. Privileges will be
granted in exchange for a commitment from seniors to set an example for younger
students. Proposals and resulting negotiations are the responsibility of class
officers. Seniors may lose their
privileges either individually or as a class if conditions of their agreement
are not met.
Student-led
conferences are an important tool for helping students to
articulate learning objectives and progress. SLCÕs are held on campus in
February and are the culmination of a number of strategies employed at school
to help students become aware of the learning process and to take
responsibility for their own learning. Students are asked to actively
participate in the process and to make the most of a valuable learning
opportunity. CAJ also sponsors
parent-teacher conferences.
Student
Council (StuCo) Elections and selection are held each year for
officers and class representatives. Teaching staff members serve as advisors to
these organizations; the primary purpose of these organizations is to serve the
student body by providing leadership in planning activities and projects.
Student
Workers: Students interested in working for CAJ either during the
school year or during the summer should see the business office for an
application and guidelines.
Study
Hall
- Study halls exist for
studying (reviewing oneÕs Agenda, planning and organizing, completing
assignments, preparing for tests, doing research). Once assignments and
planning are completed, students may use study hall time to:
- Read quietly
- Take care of other school
business (such as an appointment with the guidance counselor or
registrar)
- Study hall guidelines:
- Students are expected to
study.
- The study hall teacher may
provide a pass (in the studentÕs Agenda) for students whose assignment
requires them to work in the library or computer lab.
- Music students may take a
music lesson or practice on a regular basis during their study hall
time. Arrangements should be made
with the music department coordinator (Mrs. Tarter, mtarter@caj.or.jp) who will provide
names to the divisional principal to approve the absence from study
hall.
Sunday
Worship Services: All students and parents are encouraged to
attend Sunday worship services. Information about various churches in the
greater Tokyo area can be obtained from the school offices.
Tardies:
Teachers will take attendance at the beginning of each class period. Students
are expected to be ready to study when the teacher begins class or must provide
a valid pass in their agenda, or they will be marked tardy. Students will receive a warning when
they have a total of eight (8) tardies in one semester. If a student receives ten (10) tardies
in one semester, they will be required to attend Saturday School. After they
have accumulated the first ten tardies, they will receive the next warning at
four (4) tardies and be required to attend a second Saturday school after five
(5) tardies. Failure to attend
Saturday School may result in additional Saturday School time added on to the
original penalty, and possibly suspension for disobedience.
Textbooks
are loaned to students by CAJ and should be returned showing
reasonable wear. Therefore we encourage students to cover textbooks with sturdy
paper or plastic covers. Some
teachers may require students to cover books. Students who lose textbooks will be charged a replacement
fee; students who damage books will be charged a damage fee. Some AP classes require purchasing texts.
Trains:
Many CAJ students commute to school by train. Students may request
school verification forms for reduced train fare passes at the business office.
Please apply one week prior to going to the local train station to
purchase/renew a pass. Students older than 12 who are taking a JR train trip
longer than 100 kilometers may apply for a special 20% discount form (gakuwari) in the business office.
CAJ is responsible for students on the trains and train platforms,
and all school rules apply. In addition, train regulations forbid the
following:
- Falsifying name, age, date,
stations, or other items on the pass
- Using another person's pass
- Combining a ticket with a
pass and not paying for stations in between
- Failing to show the pass to
train officials upon request
In addition to these legal requirements, CAJ students are expected
to be polite, courteous, and well-mannered to and from school. Students are
expected not to:
- Roughhouse on the trains or
platforms
- Hold the train doors open
for friends who are late
- Sit on the floors or stand
on the seats of the trains
- Swing from the handstraps
- Block others from getting on
or off the trains
- Chase each other from car to
car or on the platforms
- Throw things out of the
windows
- Eat or drink on the trains
- Run through the turnstiles
to avoid paying
- Create disturbances by loud
or obnoxious behavior or by inappropriate use of cell phones, for example
Train officials can suspend a train pass or charge substantial
fines for misconduct. In addition, CAJ may:
- Reroute or reschedule a
studentÕs travel
- Require parents to accompany
the student to make an apology to the stationmaster
- Take other disciplinary
action as necessary
Transcripts,
records, and official letters: All requests should be
made one week in advance of the date needed. Requests for school transcripts
and school records can be made by contacting the registrar registrar@caj.or.jp. Requests for other
official letters (to provide documentation of attendance, enrollment, etc.) can
be made by contacting the CAJ infodesk
infodesk@caj.or.jp.
*Undistracting
is not a word anywhere except at CAJ, where it means Òthe opposite of
distracting.Ó
Visitors:
- All visitors are asked to
check in.
- All students who have made
previous arrangements to visit classes are asked to report to the academic
office to pick up passes.
- ESS students who have made
previous arrangements to visit classes are asked to report to the ESS
office.
- All other visitors (8:00
a.m. - 4:30 p.m.) are asked to sign in at the business office upon
arrival.
- We enjoy having students
visit CAJ. Whenever a high school age non-CAJ student would like to visit
CAJ classes, all arrangements should be made through the academic office
(high school principalÕs office) at least one full week in advance.
- In order to maintain the
integrity of classroom instruction, there are certain days designated for
visitors. Generally, we welcome visitors October 1 – December 5 and
January 13 – April 30.
- However, there are
circumstances such as field trips, testing, Thrift Shop, and overcrowded
classes that are not conducive to hosting guests.
- Visits are limited to one
school day per year, except in special circumstances. We ask your
understanding if we are unable to grant a request.
- When a classroom visit
cannot be arranged, visitors are welcome to visit the library, gym lobby,
cafeteria, and benches outside.
- Class and student council
activities are reserved for CAJ students only unless specifically
stated.