elementary school

How long is the school day?
This year school starts at 8:15 a.m. and ends at 2:50 p.m. for Full-day Kindergarten through 4th grade. Half-day Kindergarten ends at 12:00 noon. The day for fifth grade students is 8:15 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Fridays, the school day ends at 1:30 for Full-day Kindergarten through 5th grade.

When does the school year start and end?
Usually, we start in early to mid August and finish the year in late May or early June.

Does your school calendar follow the WS/FC school calendar?
No. Calvary sets its own calendar. At times our holiday schedule will be similar to that of the public schools.

What is the dress code? Do the children wear uniforms?
The goal of our dress code is to help students choose appropriate clothing for the purposes of Christian education. All dress is to be modest, neat and clean. Children wear their own clothes. We do not currently use uniforms. Pre-K through 3rd grade students may wear shorts. We ask that students not wear halter tops, tank tops, nor clothing with inappropriate logos. Enclosed footwear should be worn, and on scheduled gym days, students should wear or bring shoes which do not leave marks on the gym floor. Students in 4th and 5th grades may wear KNEE LENGTH shorts as well as jeans that are clean and neat. In addition, girls may wear KNEE LENGTH dresses or skirts. The following styles are not appropriate for school wear: nylon athletic style shorts, halter tops, tank tops, short skirts, leggings, or clothing with inappropriate logos. Enclosed footwear is to be worn. Shoes which do not mark the gym floor should be worn or brought to school on scheduled gym days. Students who are not dressed according to policy will be asked to call a parent. A more detailed explanation is contained in the Parent/Student Handbook.

What is your discipline plan?
Calvary Baptist Day School operates an assertive discipline plan school wide. Under this plan, teachers clearly explain their expectations to students. Positive reinforcements for correct behavior and negative consequences for inappropriate behavior are explained. Two simple guidelines apply school-wide:

1. Follow directions the first time they are given. Hebrews 13:17
2. Treat fellow students and teachers in the courteous, co-operative manner in which you would like to be treated.
Ephesians 4:32

Are your teachers certified and/or licensed to teach?
Teachers in grades K- 5 are either fully licensed or have been licensed in the past and are in the process of renewing their license to teach in North Carolina. On occasion, newly hired teachers may be in the process of obtaining a state license. The school also requires that each teacher have ACSI certification.

What is your student to teacher ratio?
The class size is 24 students in grades K-5. Each kindergarten class has a teacher and assistant. Each first grade class has an assistant one-half of each day. The elementary school also has a music teacher, physical education teacher, art teacher, and Spanish teacher.

What curriculum do you use?
The biblically integrated curriculum used at each grade level at Calvary Baptist Day School has been written at the appropriate developmental levels by Calvary teachers. The reading curriculum in K-2 is heavily phonics based. The text books used in each grade are selected from a variety of Christian and secular publishers.

Do you have a cafeteria?
Yes. All students eat in the cafeteria. Current lunch cost is $3.50.

What about before and after school care?
Calvary Baptist Day School operates an extended care program from 7:15 a.m. to the start of school and from the end of school in the afternoon until 5:40 p.m. Currently rates are $2.00 per day for the morning and $5.75 per day for the afternoon. PLEASE NOTE that extended care operates ONLY on regular school days. Care is not provided when school is closed. Morning care is available for children in full or half day kindergarten through eighth grade. After school care is available for children in full day kindergarten through eighth grade.

Is Calvary Baptist Day School accredited?
Yes, Calvary Baptist Day School (elementary and middle school) is accredited through the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). The high school is accrediated through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

What about after school sports and activities?
Calvary Baptist Day School offers organized athletic teams and clubs starting in Middle School (grades 6-8). There are a number of team sports and musical activities offered by Calvary Baptist Church for elementary aged children. Day School students are welcomed to participate in these activities.

Do you have a regular chapel program?
CBDS students have a weekly chapel program. Usually, there are two chapel programs each week: one each in elementary and secondary school. On special occasions, we have a joint school-wide chapel for all students and staff K-12. Parents are always welcome to attend chapel services.

Do you have a PTA or other parent organization?
We have a Parent-Teacher-Fellowship (PTF) which is actively seeking parent participation. Parents are always welcome at school. For security reasons, please sign in and wear your visitor name tag.

How do your test scores compare with the public school End of Grade Tests?
Private schools in North Carolina are required to give standardized tests which are nationally standardized. The NC End of Grade Tests are only normed or made standard for students in NC, therefore do not meet the private school requirement for a nationally standardized test. We give the Stanford Achievement Test in grades 3-11 each year. School-wide, our scores average between the 85th and 90th percentiles.

Do you have scholarships or financial assistance?
Need-based financial assistance is available for grades early education through twelve. There is a formal application process (with a processing fee) which must be completed. Families may complete a financial assistance application available at the Headmasters office, or may apply online at www.ffna1.com. (CBDS code # is 2105). Although the financial aid application may be submitted at any time, the ideal time is early spring for the following school year. Calvary Baptist Day School DOES NOT AWARD ANY ATHLETIC OR ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS.

How do I enroll my child?
Qualified students may enroll at any time during the school year. Please contact the CBDS Admissions Office at 336-714-5479 for further information.

Please check the CBDS Website ...
The web site (cbdscougars.com) has regular information, current announcements, etc. Please check it on a regular basis.

Last updated on October, 2005