CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY
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Philosophy of Christian Education
As a Christian Academy we provide academic and spiritual instruction. Our Lord
instructs us, "This book of the Law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou
shall meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according
to all that is written therein: For then thou shalt have good success." -- Joshua 1:8
We believe students need to learn to work independently, be responsible, exercise
self-control and treat others with respect and dignity. The staff encourages, supports
and disciplines students to excel academically and spiritually. We expect our parents to
support us in these endeavors.
Mission Statement
The mission of Christian Life Academy is to provide educational and spiritual
instruction to Christian families.
History
C.L.A. was founded as a ministry of Christian Life Fellowship in June of 1978
after six months of prayer, study, and research into the area of Christian Education.
This came about when Pastor Carl Conley related to the board of directors of C.L.F.
the vision of member Barbara Wehmeier to have a ministry in the church that would
minister to children on a daily basis. Affirming that this vision was from the Lord,
Pastor Conley and the board set upon inquiring of the Lord what would be the best
avenue to fulfill this vision. The board sought input from parents, educators, and
from other pastors who had schools, daycare, and other children's ministries as part
of their church structure.
Christian Life Fellowship, formerly First Assembly of God, has been serving the city
of Santa Fe, New Mexico since 1941, and has always endeavored to minister to the three
cultures that are representative of our city, Native American, Hispanic, and Anglo.
It was founded on the premise of instructing people in the ways of God. C.L.A. is a
natural extension of this vision.
While researching how best to fulfill this vision, Pastor Conley and the board of
directors set forth the guiding principles of how C.L.A. would function. They are
as follows:
- This academy will provide spiritual and educational instruction to the
children of Christian families.
- We are here first and foremost to exalt the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and
see that our students are given every opportunity to accept Him as their personal
Lord and Savior.
- Keeping the cost of tuition and other fees as low as possible so as not to
make this educational opportunity out of financial reach for the members of the
congregation.
- Provide a well-rounded quality program, which covers not only the academic
and spiritual aspects, but also provides social, athletic, musical, artistic and
ministerial outreach opportunities for the students.
We researched curriculum and decided upon the Accelerated Christian Education,
(A.C.E.) approach, as this choice was the best fit not only with what we wanted
to accomplish with the above guidelines, but it worked well with our facilities,
as classroom space was at a premium. The Christian worldview and Biblical
principles espoused throughout the curriculum were what we were looking for in
teaching the core subjects and electives. It was also well received by parents
who were looking for Education with a Christian worldview for their children.
Initially serving the families of C.L.F., the Academy was located in the church
sanctuary and required weekly set up and breakdown of equipment. As the church
began to grow, the interest in the ministry of the school expanded. This led us to
look for another facility, and it was decided that selling our property and building
a new church/school complex was the best route to pursue. This was accomplished in
September of 1982, when we moved to our present location.
For the past 28 years the academy has experienced a steady growth in students who
are a representation of families from our church and various local congregations
within our surrounding area. Due to this growth in facilities and numbers we have
been able to provide an expanding quality of this program to our students.
We are now seeking accreditation after several years of consideration and discussion
among the church board and staff. This will not only affirm our accomplishments in
educating future Christian leaders, but also will be a testimony to new students and
families to whom we offer a quality academic and spiritual environment.
This year we have 107 students in grades K through 12. We are also entering
in the final stages of the building expansion program that will include more classrooms, gymnasium, and
new dining facilities. Some of the blessings and strengths of the school are the
longevity of the staff, and their calling and commitment to this ministry. Reflecting
on the past allows us to envision a bright future for Christian Life Academy.
Faculty
The faculty and staff of Christian Life are committed to serving Jesus Christ through
ministering to children and young people. Their objective is to assist students
to develop spiritually, academically, and socially.
Solomon Sedillo - Administrator
Dorothy Gallegos - Administrative Assistant
Arlene Alderete - School Office Manager
Pam Mier - Secretary
Adrienne May - Kindergarten Supervisor
Kathy Kearns - 1st Grade Supervisor
Lynda Romero - K & 1st Grade After Care Monitor
Susan Bilnoski - Elementary (2-3) Supervisor
Jesse Rincón - Elementary (4-5) Supervisor
Tammy Madrid - Elementary Monitor
Elizabeth Hernandez - Middle School (6-8) Supervisor
Amy Gallegos - Middle School Monitor
Jennifer Sanchez - High School (9-12) Supervisor
Kathy Sedillo - High School Monitor
Diane Cordova - Athletic Director/Tutor
Alice Garcia - Language Development Support
Fran Ortega - PE Instructor
Doris Pecos - Hot Lunch Coordinator
Marion Oldham - Music
Dorothy Kincaid - Music
Tuition
Kindergarten - $3,600.00 (from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm)
Kindergarten - $2,700.00 (from 7:30 am to 12:30 pm)
After Care - 1st grade only $1000.00
1-12 grade - $3,500.00
Application Fees:
Kindergarten - $125.00
1-12 grade - $125.00
Book Fees:
Kindergarten - $125.00
1-12 grade - $200.00
15% discount for each additional child enrolled.
Tuition is due August 1st each year or 10 monthly installments from August to May.
For more information please call 505-984-1001
Dress Code
Self-discipline results in self respect which is characterized by modesty and
good taste in personal grooming. The training of students in Godly character
will begin with the dress code. Student's dress will affect the entire atmosphere
of the school. Academic achievement, student attitude, and behavior are also
affected by the dress code. Therefore, it is the philosophy of Christian Life
Academy that students should acquire, not only an understanding of subject matter,
but also a realization that becoming educated for adult life means developing
acceptable standards of deportment, dress, and grooming. Clothing appropriate
for school wear should be clean, modest, and neat in appearance. Modesty is the key.
Applies to both boys and girls:
- Pants: Khaki, Navy Blue or Black.
- Pants must be loose fitting, ankle length, and worn properly. No baggy pants, no sagging; no skin tight pants.
- Polo Shirts or Turtle Necks: Any color polo or turtleneck shirt, long or short sleeve.
- Caps, hats, and coats will not be worn inside the building.
- Socks must be worn with closed shoes.
- Shoes must be neatly laced.
- No flip flops.
- The P.E. uniform will consist of gray, maroon, white or black bottoms, and a plain, or Christian
Life Academy T-shirt. Knee length shorts only.
- Friday dress will consist of plain Jeans and any color Polos or School Uniform.
- NO Cargo, Carpenter, Capris or pants with rivets at any time.
Boys Dress Code:
- Shirts and pants purchased from a department store must be similar to the choices specified
in the catalog. Shirts must have sleeves, collars and buttons, and must be tucked in student's
trousers on chapel day.
- Trousers must be ankle length and worn properly. No baggy or saggy pants.
- Hair must be trimmed-short enough not to hang over the collar, eyebrows, or the ear.
The description is of a standard, conservative haircut. No fad haircuts will be acceptable.
- No earrings or body piercings.
- Tuesday dress will consist of regular uniform, or dress slacks, button shirt with collar,
and dress shoes. NO Tennis Shoes on Tuesday.
Girls Dress Code:
- Any items purchased from a department store must be similar to the choices specified in
the catalog. Shirts, blouses and dressy tops must be loose fitting, have sleeves and high necklines (not below
the collar bone), and long enough to stay tucked in; not be above waist line with arms raised.
- Tuesday dress will consist of regular uniform, dress pants or skirts with dressy blouses (NO T-SHIRTS) Blouses must be tucked in
student's pants and skirts. NO exceptions. Younger girls may wear tights or socks with dress shoes; older girls should wear hose
with dress shoes. Dressy sandals without hose is acceptable. NO Tennis Shoes on Tuesday.
- Dress and skirt hem lengths must be long enough to touch the floor when the student is kneeling.
No slits higher than knee length.
- Pants must be loose fitting, ankle length, and worn properly. No baggy or sagging pants. No skin tight pants.
- NO body piercing.
Parents will be called at work or at home to bring their student the proper clothing if the
student has not given proper attention to personal cleanliness or neatness and modesty of dress.
Repeated violations will warrant conference/suspension.
NOTE: Final decisions on the interpretation of the dress standard reside with the school
administration.
School Calendar
| 2006 - 2007 |
| *Aug. 1 & 17 |
In Service Day |
| *Aug. 17 |
Parent Orientation (7:00pm) |
| Aug. 18 |
New Student Orientation (8:15am) |
| Aug. 21 |
First Day of School (8:15am) |
| *Sep. 04 |
Labor Day Holiday |
| *Oct. 09 |
Columbus Day Holiday |
| *Oct. 20 |
In-Service Day (End of 1st Quarter) |
| *Oct. 23 |
ACE Teacher's Convention |
| Oct. 25-26 & 30-31 (12:30 - 4:30pm) |
Parent Teacher Conferences |
| *Nov. 23-24 |
Thanksgiving Holiday |
| *Dec. 20 |
Noon Dismissal |
| *Dec. 21-30 Jan. 01 |
Christmas Vacation |
| Jan. 02 |
Return to School |
| Jan. 05 |
(End of 2nd Quarter) |
| *Jan. 15 |
Martin Luther King Holiday |
| *Jan. 18 & 19 |
ICAA Convention |
| *Feb. 19 |
President's Day Holiday |
| Mar. 16 |
(End of 3rd Quarter) |
| *Mar. 19-23 |
Spring Break |
| Mar. 27-30 (12:30-4:30pm) |
Parent Teacher Conferences |
| *Apr. 06 |
Good Friday |
| *May. 11 |
In-Service Day |
| May 25 |
End of 4th Quarter |
| May 27 |
CLA Graduation |
| *May 28 |
Memorial Day |
| May 31 |
Last Day of School |
* Indicates NO SCHOOL on that/those date(s)
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