NEWBURY PARK ADVENTIST ACADEMY A Seventh-day Adventist High School 2015

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NEWBURY PARK ADVENTIST ACADEMY

A Seventh-day Adventist High School

180 Academy Drive
Newbury Park, California 91320-1199
Phone [phone]
FAX [phone]
Web address: www.npaa.info

2015 - 2016
School Bulletin

Member of the
Western Association of Schools and Colleges and
Association of the Seventh-day Adventist
Secondary Schools and Colleges

NEWBURY PARK ADVENTIST ACADEMY BULLETIN
07/20/15
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Administration/Faculty and Staff .............................................................. 3

School Calendar ........................................................................................ 4

General Information .................................................................................. 5

General Regulations ................................................................................ 10

Attendance Regulations .......................................................................... 20

Scholastic Information ............................................................................ 25

Course Descriptions ................................................................................ 33

Financial Information ............................................................................. 40

Boarding Information ............................................................................. 45

Co-Curricular Activities ......................................................................... 48

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ADMINISTRATION
2015 - 2016

Mr. Steve Laing, M.A. ................................................................. Principal
Mr. Sheldon Parris, M.A.…………………………………...Vice Principal
Mr. Paul Sandman M. B.A. ...................................................... ...Treasurer
Ms. Julianna George, B.S…....……………………………Academic Dean

FACULTY AND STAFF
Ryan Austin………………………………..Dead Dean of Boys, Librarian
Armando Bello………………………………….……….Plant Supervisor
Susana Bello……………………….Administrative Assistant/Attendance
Maria Flores………………………………………….Assistant Treasurer
Sola Folorunso……………………,,,,,,,,,,,,.…...Dean of Girls, Yearbook
Sophia Grise……………………….………..Physical Education/ Science
Tracy Harder………………………………….…..……..English/History
Joan Hsu……………………………………..…….….……………...Art
Vernon Hsu………………………………………..……….Mathematics
Ron Johnson……………………………..…....Special Projects Manager
Tricia Kurunathan………………………..….……….English/Journalism
Stephanie Leon………………………...…Associate Dean of Girls, NHS
Suny Lopez………………………………..………….…………...Music
Anna Meza…………………………….…...………...Cafeteria Director
Alex Palmer…………………………..….……..Associate Dean of Boys
Fernando Rossi………………………...……………..Religion/Chaplain
Branon Shea…………………………….….……...Athletic Director/P.E.
Rozaleth Tenga…………………………….…..……..…………..Science
Liza Vargas…………………………………....…………Spanish/Drama
Thomas Wilson…………………………...IT/Computer Applications
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SCHOOL CALENDAR 2015 - 2016

Registration August 12, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

FIRST SEMESTER
1st Quarter: August 17 - October 16
Dorm Orientation, 6:00 p.m. ...................................................... August 16
First Day of Classes…………………………………………….August 17
Golf Tournament ........................................................................ August 24
No School, Labor Day ............................................................ September 7
Achievement Tests ..................................................... September 16 & 17
End of 1st Quarter ..................................................................... October 16

2nd Quarter: October 19- December 16
Parent/Teacher Conference, 4:00-7:00p.m. ............................... October 28
NPAA Academy Day …………………………………...….November 11
Thanksgiving Vacation………………………………….November 23-27
Semester Tests .................................................................. December 14-16
End of 1st Semester .............................................................. December 16
Christmas Vacation ............................................ December 17-January 3

SECOND SEMESTER
3rd Quarter: January 4 - March 11
2nd Semester Begins ................................................................... January 4
No School, Martin Luther King Day ......................................... January 18
No School, President’s Day ..................................................... February 15
End of 3rd Quarter ....................................................................... March 11
Spring Vacation ...................................................................... March 14-25

4th Quarter: March 28 - June 2
Alumni Day ..................................................................................... April 9
No School, Memorial Day ............................................................. May 30
Semester Tests .................................................................... May 31-June 2
End of 2nd Semester ......................................................................... June 2
Junior & Senior Graduation Practice ........................................... June 2&3
Commencement ............................................................................... June 5

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GENERAL INFORMATION

LOCATION

NEWBURY PARK ADVENTIST ACADEMY, a coeducational secondary
high school, was established in 1948 on what now comprises 436 acres
located in the beautiful Conejo Valley of Ventura county. To visit the
campus use the Wendy exit on the Ventura Freeway in Newbury Park.

PHILOSOPHY

Our philosophy of education is based on the belief that the ultimate purpose
of man is to respond to the character of God and His unconditional love
through love and service to our fellow men, and that this response should be
evident in all aspects of instruction. We believe that God has a place for
each individual in His eternal plan, and that an important lesson of education
is to know the will of God and be willing to do His will.

Since the principle of separation of church and state precludes religious
instruction in public school, Seventh-day Adventists have established their
own school system tailored to educate the whole nature of man — physical,
mental, social and spiritual.

It is a well-established fact that young people develop ideals from the
influences surrounding them as much as they do from formal instruction.
They tend to emulate the habits and customs of their associates. Therefore,
NEWBURY PARK ADVENTIST ACADEMY puts emphasis on providing
a setting where spiritual ideals and social skills can be developed along with
intellectual and physical achievement in a college preparatory environment.

PURPOSE

NEWBURY PARK ADVENTIST ACADEMY purposes to provide quality
Christian Seventh-day Adventist education. The school strives to promote
reverence for God and kindness to man. NPAA offers a college-prep
program. It is the objective of the Board of Trustees:

To operate an academy, grades 9-12 in harmony with the standards
recommended by the General, Union, and Southern California
Conferences of Seventh-day Adventists.

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To teach the subjects outlined in the Code of Education of the

Pacific Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists and of the
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
State of California.

PURPOSE: To promote excellence in education.
To develop in its students Christian ideals and characters that will
To motivate students to reach their potential.
lead them to consecrate themselves for Christian training and
To give student assistance in tutoring.
service.

Membership: Seniors, Juniors, and Sophomores with an accumulative
To provide a college preparatory curriculum in a Quality School
academic GPA of 3.5+.
program.
Good citizenship.

Attendance grade of B and above.
MISSION STATEMENT
Recommended by a teacher and voted by the staff.

The mission of Newbury Park Adventist Academy is to develop Honor Club Dues ($25 per year)
Christ-like character, gain wisdom through Biblical principles,
and foster unselfish service. PRIVILEGES:
Educational Enrichment experiences that have been
We believe this is exemplified on our campus by our students, approved by the administration such as the Pasadena
culminating in the command that Christ left us in John 13:34. Lecture Series.
A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved
you, so you must love one another.

These guiding forces have aided us in adopting our School Wide
Goals.

SCHOOLWIDE GOALS

A student under the guidance and instruction of NPAA will receive
the skills and opportunities to:

I. Spiritually:

a. Experience a personal relationship with God through prayer,
Bible study, and worship.
b. Incorporate principles of the Bible into personal daily living
and decision-making processes.
c. Embrace Christian attitudes, values, and practices while
interacting with others.
d. Experience the joy of Christian fellowship.
e. Commit to a lifetime of Christian service.

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II. Intellectually:

OTHER CLUBS a. Develop critical thinking skills to improve reasoning and analysis

of a broad field of knowledge.
Opportunity is given for clubs to be organized as interest is indicated and such
b. Demonstrate effective communication skills in speaking, group
a group may be granted approval by the Administration. Each of these
discussion, and writing.
organizations has at least one staff sponsor.
c. Cultivate study habits and learning skills to complete successfully

an academically challenging program, allowing success in higher
OFFICER ELIGIBILITY
education.

Student officers for all co-curricular activities must meet and maintain the d. Experience creative expression that broadens aesthetic awareness
following qualifications and standards for the previous semester: through literature and fine arts.

III. Physically:
1. Faculty approval (citizenship, reliability, and cooperation).

2. Attendance standards (“B” or above). a. Engage in behaviors that promote lifelong physical fitness and
3. Scholarship standards (3.0 GPA with no “F’s” or “I’s” for major well-being.
offices; 2.5 GPA with no “F’s” or “I’s” for minor offices). b. Acquire an understanding of the key risk factors and decisions
4. Christian standards (officers must be in harmony with the that affect health.

distinctive standards of the Seventh-day Adventist Church).

IV. Socially:

Major offices include all presidencies, any ASB vice-presidency, Honor a. Work effectively as a group member in varying and social
Society vice-presidency, and yearbook editor. A student may hold only one circumstances.
major office at any one time. b. Identify positively within the school and local communities.
c. Develop skills necessary for success in adult life.
d. Engage in service to others.
PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATION (PTO) e Accept responsibility for one’s actions and decisions.

Parents and teachers participate in PTO. It is an organized effort to provide

better communication between school and parents. This cooperative program EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
is intended to enhance the educational experience of NPAA students.
It is the policy of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in all its church
The Parent Teacher Organization has an ongoing fund raising program. Profits operated schools on elementary, secondary, and post-secondary levels in the
go directly back into the educational experience of NPAA students. United States, to admit students of any race to all the rights, privileges,
programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at
its schools, and to make no discrimination on the basis of race in
administration of education policies, applications for admission, scholarship,
or loan programs, and athletic or extracurricular programs.

STUDENT TO STUDENT HARASSMENT

The Southern California Conference Office of Education, along with the
school administrators and their faculty and staff, are committed to providing
a learning environment that is free from harassment for all students.
Incidents of harassment should be reported in accordance with these
procedures so school authorities may take appropriate action. Students who
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sexually harass others are subject to discipline up to, and including, WEEKS OF DEVOTION
dismissal. Employees who engage in sexual harassment are subject to
discipline up to, and including, termination. Special chapel meetings are held each fall, winter, and spring for devotion and
for spiritual growth.
Definition: Sexual harassment is unwelcome sexual advances or requests,
and other conduct of a sexual nature which is offensive. It can be spoken, ASSOCIATED STUDENT BODY (ASB)
written, or physical behavior. It includes offensive pictures, graffiti, jokes,
and gestures. The student body and faculty comprise the Associated Student Body. Officers
are elected by the members to represent the organization in all of its activities.
Sexual harassment also occurs when the offensive behavior or material
creates a hostile school environment. The ASB functions as a means of promoting (through coordinated activities)
positive relationships between the students and the staff. It contributes also to
Reporting Procedures: Students who have experienced sexual harassment the development of leadership as various important responsibilities are placed
will report the incident to school authorities as soon as possible. If the upon this organization.
harassment is between students, the student will report the incident to the
classroom teacher. The student may also report to the principal, vice BANQUETS
principal or counselor.
Each semester students have an opportunity to develop the finer social graces
INTERNET BLOG SITES by attending a dress-up banquet. Non-member dating is a privilege and must
be petitioned for approval. The following rules apply:
Any student blog must be representative of the school’s Christian philosophy
and ideals. Any deviation from this that is not representative of the school’s 1. Any student wishing to bring a visitor must get PRIOR permission.
philosophy or has any student harassment element to it could result in 2. A petition with signatures of the student and the parent must be approved
dimissal from school. by the Administrative Council. To avoid embarrassment, the request
needs to be approved before the guest is asked.
ADMISSION 3. Guests are subject to all NPAA rules and regulations.
4. Members are personally responsible for their conduct as well as their
SDA Youth guest’s conduct.
5. The guest will be expected to pay the actual cost of the event, not the ASB
NEWBURY PARK ADVENTIST ACADEMY is open to all young people member cost.
of the Seventh-day Adventist Church who come for the purpose of doing
earnest, faithful work; who have the sincere desire to develop Christian CLASS ORGANIZATIONS
characters; who appreciate the opportunity to learn in such an environment;
and who will be contributors to the development of a Christian community. The four classes: Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors organize in the
fall. The purpose of class organization is to give an added outlet for
Non-SDA Youth purposeful religious and social activities, to foster better school spirit, and to
afford further leadership training.
The school is also open to persons of good moral character who may not be
members of the Seventh-day Adventist denomination, who respect sacred MUSICAL ORGANIZATIONS
things, and who are willing wholeheartedly to observe all regulations of the
The organizations sponsored by the Music Department provide a wealth of
institution.
activities and experiences for those interested in developing musical talent.

Besides giving special programs during the year, the Music Department

provides music for religious services and other special occasions by request.
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CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Student's Pledge

NEWBURY PARK ADVENTIST ACADEMY offers a variety of It is mutually agreed that every student who presents himself for admission
opportunities for student participation in organized activities, both religious thereby pledges to observe willingly all of the regulations and to uphold the
and secular. These organizations offer spiritual leadership, Christian Christian principles upon which the Academy is operated. It is also
friendship, and many worthwhile activities. understood that should a student break this pledge, he may be asked to
withdraw.
STANDARDS
In life off campus and in the classrooms, students are encouraged to conduct
Public functions such as student campaigns, entertainments, class night, themselves as wholesome Christian citizens. No more is expected; no less is
graduation, and all other school activities will be conducted in harmony with acceptable.
the recognized standards and principles of the Seventh-day Adventist
Church. They will be free of all coarse and objectionable features in both Special Education
subject and preparation.
Seventh-day Adventist schools have not been established for the purpose of
Preparing and presenting programs provides opportunity to develop high offering special education and are therefore unable to accept students who
ideals and standards. To achieve these ideals, materials and details of each have serious educational problems.
program must be approved by the faculty before presentation. All programs
for which the school bears responsibility, either directly or indirectly, will Physical Examination
have faculty supervision.
California school law requires every student to be immunized against polio
SCHOLASTIC ELIGIBILITY and measles. The school must keep up-to-date immunization reports on file.
A new student must present a Medical Examination Report signed by a
Students with a recorded “F” in any class or in Attendance are not eligible
medical doctor. Every year a new Consent to Emergency Treatment form
for co-curricular activities (including Varsity) that take them out of a class
must be signed by the student's parents.
during the present quarter.

All students who participate in co-curricular activities will have ten school
days after the co-curricular event to make up all the course work missed.
Tests and quizzes will be made up as arranged by the teacher. Under no

circumstances will assignments, tests, or quizzes be accepted later than 10
school days after the extracurricular event has ended.

NEWBURY TEEN POWER (NTP)
Newbury Teen Power is NPAA's religious outreach organization. Religious
activities are designed to develop and inspire and to give students the outlet

for an expression of love to God and others. Opportunities include leading

out and performing in one of the ministries that follow:

1. Church Ministries 4. Music Ministries
2. Campus Ministries 5. Production Ministries
3. Community Ministries

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GENERAL REGULATIONS School Activities:

1. All dorm students are expected to attend school activities when in
Since NPAA was established for students who desire to gain Christian residence.
training, it is expected that all who attend NEWBURY PARK ADVENTIST
ACADEMY will conform to the standards taught and upheld by the Seventh Non-School Activities:
-day Adventist denomination. Cheerful observance of all student regulations
1. Any non-school activity must be approved by the Dorm Administrator.
will help the year be a pleasant one for everyone.

Dress Code:
FUNDAMENTAL STANDARDS

1. Dorm students must adhere to the dress code as per the school bulletin.
Proper order and discipline are necessary for good work in school. On or
2. After-school, non-school activities:
away from the campus, students are expected to show the same respect for
a. All dress must be appropriate and modest.
duty, order, morality, personal honor, and the rights of others as is expected

of any good citizen. Extended Campus

1. The extended campus includes the Subway Plaza and the Target Plaza.
Special privileges are contrary to good school spirit and good sportsmanship.
Students may access these areas by checking out with the Dean.
An act performed by a single student or group of students may seem
2. On occasions when the students are granted permission to access the
insignificant, but unless that act can be performed by every student in the
areas of the extended campus they must be in a group.
school without injury to the school, it is not acceptable.

Controlled Substances
Any practice or attitude which tends to nullify a Christian atmosphere or
defeat the purpose of the school will not be permitted. Whenever, in the Five-day and Seven-day dorm students, male and female, may be subjected
judgment of the faculty, a student’s connection with the school is no longer to drug testing by request of Administration. If hair follicle results are
profitable to himself, or his influence becomes detrimental to others, he may positive the student will be asked to withdraw immediately.
be dismissed from the school though no overt act has been committed.
What to Bring

Any student engaging in any of the following activities makes himself liable Each dorm room is provided with a twin bed and a dresser for each student,
to dismissal from school: along with a closet to be shared by the members of the room. Dorm
students will need to have the following:
1. Using, handling, possessing, or furnishing others tobacco,
alcoholic beverages, narcotics or drug paraphernalia. 1. Personal care items (deodorant, soap, toothbrush, etc.)
2. Gambling or the possession of gambling devices. 2. Twin-size bedding (not optional)
3. Using or possessing dangerous weapons or explosives of 3. Pillow and pillow case
any kind. 4. Bath and beach towels
4. Using profane or indecent language, possessing or displaying 5. Bible
obscene literature, pictures, or articles. 6. Alarm Clock (battery operated)
5. Dishonesty in any form. 7. Personal clothing and formal church attire
6. Willful destruction or defacement of school property.
7. Tampering with school fire equipment or the fire alarm system.
8. Undermining the religious ideal and faith held by the Seventh-
day Adventist Church.
9. Improper conduct involving persons of the opposite sex.
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