ADMISSION
Thunderbird Christian Elementary (TCE) is a member of the world-wide Seventh-day Adventist school system of elementary, secondary, and university campuses—the second largest parochial school system in the world. It is open to all young people who desire to develop a Christ-like character while pursing academic excellence. Those who apply for admission will pledge to willingly observe all regulations and perform all assigned school duties to the best of their ability.
Thunderbird Christian Elementary is a Christian school. Enrollment, while selective, will give careful consideration to character references, home environment and previous educational record -- both scholastic and behavioral, and not to denominational affiliation. Parents and students may be asked to meet with the principal and or teacher(s) before the applicant is accepted. Acceptances will be made on the basis of available space. All new students are accepted on a probationary status. Standardized achievement tests will be given soon after registration. These tests may determine grade placement in consultation with parent, teacher and principal.
ENTRANCE AGE
Students entering Kindergarten must be at least five years of age before September 1. Students entering 1st grade must be at least six years of age before September 1. A Birth Certificate must be presented upon registration. Students entering any grade must be independent and completely capable of consistently caring for their physical and personal hygiene needs. If concerns arise regarding the child’s developmental and/or academic readiness, placement may be re-evaluated or reassessed, in consultation with the parents, teacher and principal.
EXCEPTIONAL STUDENTS
Thunderbird Christian Elementary recognizes that each student is unique. Each person's opinions, backgrounds, and special qualities must be respected. We challenge students to discover and reach their own academic, social, physical, and spiritual potential. However, it should be noted that the school is not designed or staffed to accommodate children with learning disabilities or special educational needs that may require individualized educational plan.
IMMUNIZATIONS
State-required health forms and immunizations must be completed before any new student may enter school. Please see immunization requirement information at the back of this handbook for specific age/grade requirements. Any child who has not had the state-required immunizations must have a notarized parent-signed exemption form on record.
INSURANCE
A copy of the school insurance coverage is available upon request. Parents are encouraged to review this coverage.
OUTSTANDING ACCOUNTS
All outstanding accounts with Thunderbird Christian Elementary, as well as registration fees, must be paid in full before registration can be completed and admission granted. All accounts must be paid in full or a TCE Financial Plan Contract signed, submitted to, and approved by administration in writing at the end of every quarter, for child to continue in school. Report cards will be issued to students whose accounts are paid in full.
PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS
Physical examinations are required of all new incoming students and 6th graders. The 6th grade examination must include the scoliosis exam. These completed forms must be placed on file within the first week of school. All student health-related forms will be kept in special files under the highest degree of confidentiality.
Thunderbird Christian Elementary is a Christian school. Enrollment, while selective, will give careful consideration to character references, home environment and previous educational record -- both scholastic and behavioral, and not to denominational affiliation. Parents and students may be asked to meet with the principal and or teacher(s) before the applicant is accepted. Acceptances will be made on the basis of available space. All new students are accepted on a probationary status. Standardized achievement tests will be given soon after registration. These tests may determine grade placement in consultation with parent, teacher and principal.
ENTRANCE AGE
Students entering Kindergarten must be at least five years of age before September 1. Students entering 1st grade must be at least six years of age before September 1. A Birth Certificate must be presented upon registration. Students entering any grade must be independent and completely capable of consistently caring for their physical and personal hygiene needs. If concerns arise regarding the child’s developmental and/or academic readiness, placement may be re-evaluated or reassessed, in consultation with the parents, teacher and principal.
EXCEPTIONAL STUDENTS
Thunderbird Christian Elementary recognizes that each student is unique. Each person's opinions, backgrounds, and special qualities must be respected. We challenge students to discover and reach their own academic, social, physical, and spiritual potential. However, it should be noted that the school is not designed or staffed to accommodate children with learning disabilities or special educational needs that may require individualized educational plan.
IMMUNIZATIONS
State-required health forms and immunizations must be completed before any new student may enter school. Please see immunization requirement information at the back of this handbook for specific age/grade requirements. Any child who has not had the state-required immunizations must have a notarized parent-signed exemption form on record.
INSURANCE
A copy of the school insurance coverage is available upon request. Parents are encouraged to review this coverage.
OUTSTANDING ACCOUNTS
All outstanding accounts with Thunderbird Christian Elementary, as well as registration fees, must be paid in full before registration can be completed and admission granted. All accounts must be paid in full or a TCE Financial Plan Contract signed, submitted to, and approved by administration in writing at the end of every quarter, for child to continue in school. Report cards will be issued to students whose accounts are paid in full.
PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS
Physical examinations are required of all new incoming students and 6th graders. The 6th grade examination must include the scoliosis exam. These completed forms must be placed on file within the first week of school. All student health-related forms will be kept in special files under the highest degree of confidentiality.
