The New Braunfels Christian Academy purpose is one of discipleship for our students in partnership with their parents. Thus, we are open to anyone interested in securing a Christian education. The Christian Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed or national/ethnic origin; however, we do reserve the right to select students on the basis of academic performance, religious commitment, lifestyle choices and personal qualifications including a willingness to cooperate with school administration and to abide by its policies.
It is mutually important to the applicant and school that students meet a set of minimal requirements to ensure a proper learning environment and give the new student a good chance of success at the Christian Academy. School administrators will evaluate an applicant based on the following requirements:
Pre-School and Kindergarten
· K 4 applicant* must be four by June 1.
· K 5 applicant* must be five by June 1.
· Parents of applicant must be Christians and actively involved in a local church.
· Applicant must have a satisfactory conduct record.
· Applicant must have satisfactory recommendations from current pastor.
· Parents must interview with the principal.
* Children with birthdays between June 1 and September 1 may be tested by the principal using the Missouri Kindergarten Inventory of Developmental Skills for placement
Grades 1 through 5
· Parents of applicant must be Christians and actively involved in a local church.
· Applicant must provide a report card and achievement test results for the previous two years, and for the current year.
· Applicant must have a satisfactory conduct record.
· Applicant must have satisfactory recommendations from current principal, teacher and pastor.
· Applicant must make a satisfactory score on the school entrance test.
· Parents must interview with the principal.
Grades 6 through 8
· Parents of applicant must be Christians and actively involved in a local church.
· Applicant must provide a report card and achievement test results for the previous two years, and for the current year.
· Applicant must have a satisfactory conduct record.
· Applicant must have satisfactory recommendations from current principal, teacher, and pastor.
· Applicant must make a satisfactory score on the school entrance test.
· Parents and applicant must interview with the principal.
Grades 9 through 12
The students who are considered for enrollment:
· Have accepted Jesus Christ as their personal Savior, and come from a home where their parents are Christians.
· Along with their parents, are actively involved in a local church whose doctrinal position supports the New Braunfels Christian Academy statement of faith.
· Have demonstrated on a standardized test that they are adequately prepared to achieve well in high school.
· Have a satisfactory citizenship record in the school they are presently attending.
· Are achieving an average of a "B" grade in the present school year.
· Must have satisfactory grades with no failing marks.
· Desire to attend New Braunfels Christian Academy and are willing to comply with the school and the Admission Office standards as printed in the handbook.