OUR PHILOSOPHY

   At Regency Baptist Academy we believe that education should be more than learning and retaining a mass of facts and figures. It should be a process of growth that develops the whole person spiritually, mentally and physically. It is the goal of Regency Baptist Academy to ingrain Biblical character, truth and wisdom in the hearts and minds of our students and to prepare them for a life of service to God, their families and their communities. As such, guidelines have been purposely designed to permit certain liberties and set specific limits that will best allow the school and families to work together in harmony. These guidelines have not been hastily thrown together, but are the result of many years of experience and careful interpretation of the principles found in God’s Word—the Bible. 

   The school realizes that not everyone will understand or approve of every rule and regulation, but the school also believes it is the parents’ responsibility to know the contents of this handbook and see that their children uphold even those rules with which they may personally disagree. The school is convinced that as parents seek to please the Lord in their daily walk, they will find that these guidelines will become a vital part of the formula, which will make their children’s Christian education here a real success. 

CHRISTIAN CONDUCT

   Students and parents are to understand that students represent their school, church, faith and their family at all times. Students engaging in activities off-campus deemed unbecoming for a student of Regency Baptist Academy may be asked to leave the school, in order to preserve the school’s good name and integrity. This school is dedicated to the training of children in a program of study, activity, and living that is Christ-centered. We believe that “all things should be done decently and in order” (1 Corinthians 14:40) and that students should be taught to accept the responsibility to “walk honorably before all men”.

CHRISTIAN AMERICANISM 

   Christian Americanism places emphasis upon the greatness of America's heritage and the sacrifices of her heroes. America's constitution guarantees liberties to educate in order to preserve freedom. We unashamedly teach the Bible doctrines of self-discipline, respect for those in

authority, obedience to the law, and love for God, flag, and country. 

PURPOSE OF DISCIPLINE 

   At Regency Baptist Academy, discipline is maintained and is firm, consistent, fair, and tempered with love. Our staff attempts to maintain standards of behavior through kindness, love, and a genuine regard for the student. However, when disciplinary action becomes necessary, it is firmly carried out, tempered by good judgment and understanding. Students are reminded that the Lord Jesus Christ expects us to be disciplined in all areas of our life.

   "Discipline" is defined “… to instruct or educate; to inform the mind; to prepare by instruction in correct principles and habits; as to, discipline youth for a profession, or future usefulness." The Bible instructs parents to discipline, or train, their children in order to produce Christ-like character. Biblical discipline involves deliberately guiding and teaching the child in such a way as to change the child’s will, attitude, and behavior, ultimately resulting in the child’s joy and success. Biblical discipline includes many means of accomplishing this, including patient teaching and training, as well as  chastisements when necessary. By withholding certain privileges from the student when deficient, and awarding students for excellence, the student is encouraged to be more concerned with his/her attitude and actions. Christian discipline is essentially a character building tool. It is concerned with the development of Christ's character into an individual’s life. We are continuously trying to develop a respect for authority and the rights of others. Therefore, Biblical discipline is exercised by applying appropriate justice where needed.