ABOUT HOSANNA

MISSION

Hosanna Christian School exists to partner with Christian parents, students, and/or local churches to educate the whole student (spirit, mind and body) integrating Christ as first in all things.
 

STATEMENT OF FAITH

The Bible is the complete and final revelation of God concerning all matters.  Jesus is the center of authority in all that is believed, said or done.

1. We believe the Bible is the only inspired Word of God, completely true, and useful for teaching, reprimanding, correcting and training in righteousness. (II Timothy 3:16 & 17)
2. We believe in the Trinity:  God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit.
3. We believe that Jesus (God the Son) was born of a virgin, lived a perfect life, shed His blood for the forgiveness of sins by His death on the cross, was raised from the dead, went up to the right hand of God (God the Father) and will return.
4. We believe that man needs a spiritual rebirth and must accept Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.  “For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you confess and are saved.”  (Romans 10:10)

GOAL OF EDUCATION

The goal of education at Hosanna is to teach students that which is necessary for them to be productive and responsible citizens in our world and God’s kingdom.  To accomplish that goal the school will seek to do the following:

• First, help students to acquire knowledge.  The acquisition of content and skills as educational objectives is vital, but must be combined with an appreciation of who each student is and what he/she is intended to become in the plan of God.  (Eph. 4:11-13)
• Second, help students learn to think.  This means that we will endeavor to teach a student how to think critically so that they will be able to discern for themselves that which is true.
• Third, help students apply what they learn.  We will make every effort to help and encourage students to understand how truths discovered are applicable in their individual lives.  (James 1:22)

NORTHWEST ACCREDITATION OF SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES

Hosanna Christian School (Pre K-12th grade) offers quality education and excellent programs.  Hosanna Christian School (7th - 12th grades) is fully accredited with the Northwest Accreditation of Schools and Colleges.  Accreditation allows students to apply for numerous scholarships and be accepted into colleges and universities without prior testing.  Hosanna is registered with the State of Oregon’s Education Department.  Registration allows students to transfer from private to public schools without the loss of credits. 

ASSOCIATION OF CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS INTERNATIONAL

Hosanna Christian School is registered with A.C.S.I.  The 7th – 12th grade is in candidate status for accreditation with the organization.

NON-DISCRIMINATORY POLICY

It is our policy to practice equal opportunity without regard to an individual’s race, color, national origin, marital status, sex or age in application of any policy, practice, rule or regulation.  Any form of harassment, including sexual harassment, is absolutely prohibited.

2002 - 2003 Stanford Achievement Test

ACSI and O.I.T. Math Competitions

·         During the last couple of years we have had thirteen students place 1st through 6th and seven students qualify for State competition.

            Pre-School - Elementary

·         Hosanna Christian School provides a comprehensive music program teaching rhythm, theory, and group dynamics under the experienced leadership of Dan Conrad and Kathleen Adams.  Last year we began a new band program for fifth and sixth grade students.  The fifth and sixth grade band received a Superior rating at the ACSI Elementary Music Festival. 

Junior High School

·         Hosanna Christian School offers Junior High Choir under the leadership of Kathleen Adams.  During the past two years this choir has received Good through Superior ratings at ACSI Choral Festivals and local festivals.  This year the Jr. and Sr. high school choirs joined together to produce the play “High Tops.”

High School

·        The High School Choir is under the leadership of Kathleen Adams. Over the past few years, this choir has produced Good through Superior ratings at the ACSI Choral Festival.

Sports Accomplishments

Cross Country

·         Last year, one girl and the boy’s team qualified for State.

 
            Volleyball

·         Our Girls Volleyball program continues to grow and improve.  Coached by Shelly Northcutt.  Shelly is a former Oregon State University PAC-10 volleyball player, coached by Jeff Mozzochi.  Last year, the HCS team went to Districts where they were prevented from moving on to State by a few points.  The team ended with a Season League record of 10-2.

 
            Girls Basketball

·         Our Girls Basketball program has continued to be strengthened under the leadership of Tony Bush and Kent Pederson. Tony and Kent have been involved in leading teams to district and state competitions.  The Lady Lions competed at Districts for the opportunity to go to State.  The team ended with a Season League record of 13-1.

 
            Boys Basketball

·         Coach Tom Shaw led the 2000-2001 Boys Varsity Basketball team to the Southern Oregon District Competition.  The 2001-2002 team took 4^th place at the State Tournament.  Last year, several boys were not only recognized at the league level but the state level for their ability.

Track and Field

·         During the past few years Hosanna has had multiple state-qualified participants.  During the 1998-1999 school year, one of our students became Hosanna’s first state champion by winning the girls pole vault.

FINANCES

TUITION DETAILS

1.     Tuition is due on the first of the month.  A $20.00 late fee is added to any payments received after the 10th of the month.  If your tuition is not paid by the 30th of the month and you have not made any attempt to pay or make arrangements with the Administrator, your student will not be allowed to attend school until the balance is paid as per Parent-School Agreement.  If an effort is not made to pay the balance, we may use a collection agency to assist us in receiving the money owed.

2.     Registration and the facility fee are non-refundable.

3.     There is a 5% discount on tuition paid in full by the 1st of September. This discount does not apply to any family receiving financial aid. 

4.     Hosanna accepts Visa and MasterCard.

5.     The oldest student in the family is the 1st student.  

6.     Fourth and following students in a family will be charged the third student rate.

7.     Family discounts apply only to full time students.

8.     High School students attending part time will be charged a minimum of a half-day (1-4            classes) rate.  The 3/4 time (5-6   classes) rate and over 6 classes are full time rate.  They are not eligible for the family discount rates.

9.     Students enrolled in the Alternative Education Center will have a minimum additional cost $36.00 per class.

10.    Students withdrawing early or enrolling mid-term, the full month’s tuition is charged regardless of the portion of the month he or she has attended.

11.   A $25.00 charge will be given for NSF checks.  Cash payments may then be required.

12.  For Hosanna Christian School to have your child’s books ready for the first day of school, the registration balance must be paid no later than July 31^st to avoid a late fee of $10.00.  Students who return damaged books will be charged the replacement cost.

GUIDING STEPS/AFTERCARE

Ø      Both the Guiding Steps and Aftercare programs are provided for Pre-School through 6^th grade.  Guiding Steps begins at

          7:45 am, and Aftercare begins at 3:00pm.  Students must be picked up by 5:30 p.m.

Ø      Costs for both programs are:  $2.00 for the 1^st hour or any portion thereof.  After the first hour the charge is $1.00 per ½

          hour or any portion thereof.

Ø      Lunch and snacks are not provided.

FOR ALL FAMILIES – For safety reasons please be aware that if your child has not been picked up by 3:10 they will be checked into Aftercare and you will receive the minimum charge of one hour. 

FEES
Required Fees (Not optional)

Optional Fees
      Guiding Steps & Aftercare Program         See Guiding Steps/Aftercare section above for explanation.

FUNDING

Only 79% of our total operating costs are received through tuition and fees.  This leaves a gap of 21%.  We depend upon fund-raisers and gifts from our friends and supporters to make up this difference.