Parent / Student Handbook
2026-27 Handbook
The purpose of the The Warrior Standard is to help you better understand the workings of the school, its philosophy, and its requirements. Please read the handbook carefully. If there are any questions about any statement in the handbook, please come to the administration for clarification. We hope this will be a wonderful school year for you.
Highlights & Important Notes
A quick read of what every family should know. The full handbook is the official source.
Updated 2026-08-24
About FBCS
Fourth Baptist Christian School is a ministry focused on spiritual development in Jesus Christ and academic excellence, founded on biblical principles. It aims to develop Christ-like character and prepare students for life's challenges through a Christ-based education.
- •Develops spiritual life in Jesus Christ and academic excellence based on the Bible.
- •Leads students to a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and trains them in God's knowledge.
- •Reproduces the image of Christ in students, fostering godliness of character and action.
- •Believes and teaches basic Christian principles, including the Bible as God's Word, the Trinity, and Jesus Christ's atonement.
- •Emphasizes academic excellence as a priority and teaches self-discipline, respect, and obedience to the law.
Admissions Policies and Procedures
FBCS admits students of any race, color, national, and ethnic origin, but reserves the right to refuse admittance or expel students who violate school standards or are uncooperative with its purpose. Enrollment involves several steps, including an application, admissions presentation, and family interview.
- •Admits students of any race, color, national, and ethnic origin, but cannot accommodate mentally or severely disabled students.
- •Reserves the right to refuse admittance or expel students who violate standards or are uncooperative.
- •Enrollment steps include a school tour, online application with a $50 fee, admissions presentation, and family interview.
- •For 7-12th graders, a testimony of salvation is required as part of the admissions process.
- •Transferring students are tested prior to admission, and kindergartners must be five years old by September 1.
Financial Information
Tuition is paid in 10 monthly installments, with discounts available for multiple children and full payment. Various fees apply, and unpaid balances can lead to academic record retention or non-reenrollment.
- •Accounts not current by the 10th of the month will result in a student not being allowed to continue in school if over 30 days past due.
- •Tuition is divided into 10 payments, due on the 15th of each month, with payment accepted in person, by mail, Bill Pay, or credit card (with a service charge).
- •Discounts include reductions for multiple children ($150-$550 per child, 7th child free) and a $100 per child discount for tuition paid in full by September 15.
- •Fees include Application Fee ($50), Building and Grounds Fee ($250 per family, waived for church members), and Registration Fee ($350 per child).
- •Unpaid tuition or fees will prevent release of academic records, transcripts, or re-enrollment.
Academics
FBCS uses Abeka Book (K-3) and BJU Press (4th grade & up) curricula, with a grading scale from A+ (100) to F (69 and below). Academic report cards are issued quarterly, and homework is a regular expectation, varying by grade level.
- •Utilizes Abeka Book (K-3) and BJU Press (4th grade & up) curricula, integrating Bible truth and meeting state standards.
- •Grading scale ranges from A+ (100) to F (69 and below), with specific Honor Roll criteria based on percentages.
- •Progress reports are compiled mid-quarter, and Report Cards are issued each nine-week quarter.
- •Homework is expected nightly, ranging from 30 minutes to 2 hours, and includes drills, memorization, and research projects.
- •Late daily work drops 10% in value each day, and missed non-daily assignments for absence must be current upon return.
Discipline System & Code of Conduct
FBCS emphasizes Christian conduct and self-discipline, with clear rules for behavior, dating, and dealing with immorality. The discipline system includes lunch detentions, after-school detentions, suspensions, and expulsion for serious infractions.
- •Christian conduct, courtesy, honesty, kindness, and respect for school property are expected.
- •Prohibits cheating, profanity, drug/alcohol use, sexualized speech, and any form of bullying on school premises or at school events.
- •Dating guidelines promote friendships with all students and a “hands-off” policy for physical contact during school hours/functions.
- •Immoral conduct, including fornication, adultery, homosexuality, and identifying statements supporting such, is grounds for expulsion.
- •Discipline ranges from minor infraction slips (lunch detention) to after-school detentions, suspensions (1-5 days for serious/repeated violations), and dismissal (expulsion) for severe offenses.
Dress Code
Students are expected to dress modestly and in a business casual style that conveys respect for learning. Specific guidelines are provided for elementary and secondary students, covering tops, pants, skirts, shoes, jewelry, and hair. Colored denim jeans (besides blue jeans) are allowed daily for all. Blue jeans are allowed only on designated Jeans Days. No words except FBCS or a small logo allowed on clothing.
- •Dress code emphasizes modesty, good taste, and a casual style to promote learning and minimize distractions.
- •Elementary girls: Loose-fitting tops, skirts/dresses no shorter than 2" above kneecap (K4-3rd) or at kneecap (4th-6th). Pants or colored jeans allowed.
- •Elementary boys: Shirts (collar not needed), plain chinos/twill/corduroy pants or colored jeans, athletic shoes.
- •Grades 7-12 girls: Business casual tops (no sleeveless, low-neckline), skirts/dresses covering kneecap, no leggings as pants. Modest pants or colored jeans allowed.
- •Grades 7-12 boys: Collared shirts, "school uniform" style pants (no plaids, camouflage, athletic pants) or colored jeans, conservative hairstyles.
- •Violations require reporting to the office, change of clothes, and repeated disregard leads to disciplinary action.
Use of Technology & Electronic Devices
FBCS educates students on responsible technology use, including Artificial Intelligence. Cell phones are restricted during school hours, and school computers/Chromebooks are provided with internet filters.
- •Artificial Intelligence (AI) use is encouraged for effective learning but must be specifically directed by a teacher for assignments.
- •Cell phones for K-6th graders are not allowed; 7-12th graders must keep phones in lockers during school hours.
- •If a cell phone goes off in class or is used during school, it will be confiscated, and an after-school detention may be assigned.
- •School provides computer labs and Chromebooks with internet filters; students use school emails for Google Classroom.
- •Personal laptops are generally not allowed, except for PSEO students during designated class hours.
Traffic Flow Map
Drop-off and pick-up traffic pattern — as seen in the Student Handbook.
Read the Full Handbook
The full handbook is the official, complete source for FBCS policies and procedures.