A Dress Code that Supports Decision Making
CHA chooses to implement a dress code rather than standardized uniforms for our students for many reasons. Dressing appropriately according to the guidelines and expectations of a workplace or social gathering is a life skill that is learned throughout a child's life. We give students the opportunity to make appropriate clothing choices for themselves each day, making them address the changes in fashion, together with what is appropriate at school according to the dress code, and to be a person who demonstrates Jesus. The school environment functions best when personal appearance does not distract from learning. The goal of the dress code is to be practical, simple, and to reflect the principles of good sense, modesty, and appropriateness.
Our Classrooms Teams
CHA has small, friendly classes that can be compared to being on a team. Not all children become best friends but they will have experiences in building respectful and encouraging relationships and in resolving conflict. They will have direct and mentored modeling and practice in respectful disagreement. They will learn to accept all team members with their strengths and weaknesses and develop the skills to do positive team talk and inclusive group work. They will work hard at positive team building and not negative rejection. This is tough stuff for little kids but by eighth grade, we watch our students become a better support team for each other.
A Peanut Aware School
The safety and well-being of every student is one of our highest priorities. As a peanut-aware school, we work together as a community to help reduce the risk of exposure for students with severe peanut allergies. While we cannot guarantee a completely peanut-free environment, we encourage families to be mindful when packing lunches and snacks and to partner with us in creating a safer school environment for all students. Through education, awareness, and collaboration, we strive to foster a caring and inclusive community where every child can learn, grow, and thrive.
Cell Phone Policy
Personal cell phones and electronic devices are not allowed to be used during the school day by students and may not be kept by the student during the school day. ALL cell phones and other electronic devices must be turned off and turned in to the classroom teacher by 8:15. They will be returned to students at the end of the day. Neglecting to turn these in will result in discipline and may include losing the privilege to bring these items to school.
Weekly Chapel
Chapel is a special time each week when our school comes together to worship, grow in faith, and learn more about the Lord. Through Biblical teaching, worship music, prayer, and student participation, chapel encourages students to deepen their relationship with Christ and live out their faith in everyday life.
Safe and Secure Facility
The safety and well-being of our students and staff is one of our highest priorities. Christian Heritage Academy utilizes a comprehensive, state-of-the-art security system designed to provide a safe and secure learning environment every day. Through our partnership with 3D Response Systems, our campus is one of the safest schools in the state. Combined with secure building access, visitor management protocols, staff training, and a culture of awareness, our layered approach to safety allows families to have confidence that their children are learning in a protected and caring environment.
Google Chromebook School
Middle school students have a 1:1 Chromebook program at school. Elementary students have access to Chromebooks as part of their coursework. Students must sign a technology use and digital citizenship form.