Baymeadows Baptist Day School

 

Mission Statement

The mission of Baymeadows Baptist Church, Christian Academy, and Preschool is to reach people with the Gospel of Christ, train Christ-followers through the teaching of God’s Word, and impact our community and world through life-changing ministry.

 

Through our academic ministry, we are committed to providing a quality Christian education that promotes high academic standards while training children in biblical principles as the foundation for a life pleasing to God.

 

Florida Department of Education Professional Practices Compliance

All employees of Baymeadows Christian Academy & Preschool are deemed mandatory reporters and have an obligation to report any and all types of abuse. Proof of abuse or neglect is not required to make a report; “reasonable cause to suspect” is all that is required. It is the responsibility of the Department of Children and Families to determine whether or not the abuse or neglect is actually occurring and to take protective action on behalf of the child. In the event that a staff member suspects abuse, he/she must report all known information immediately to his/her direct supervisor. The administrator will then contact the appropriate authorities. The employee may also choose to report directly to DCF by calling the abuse hotline at 1-800-96-ABUSE or visiting http://www.dcf.state.fl.us/abuse/report/.

 

BCA is committed to maintaining a work environment in which all individuals treat each other with dignity and respect, which is free from all forms of intimidation, exploitation, and harassment, including sexual harassment. BCA is prepared to act to prevent and correct

any violations of this policy.

 

Employees who observe personnel conduct of a harassing nature, are to promptly report the matter to one of the school officials designated below. All complaints will be promptly investigated. The privacy of the person issuing the complaint, of the person accused, and the steps taken in the investigation will be protected to the extent possible, except that we will report findings to the person making the complaint and to the person or persons who are claimed to be involved.

 

The following individuals are specifically authorized to receive complaints and to respond to questions regarding harassment:

 

1. Pastor Braydon Teach

2. Pastor Broward

3. Mrs. Keron Zapcic

Anyone who violates this policy or fails to report misconduct in the workplace will be subject to discipline, up to and including termination.

 

Standards of Ethical Conduct

 

1. Our school values the worth and dignity of every person, the pursuit of truth, devotion to excellence, acquisition of knowledge, and the nurture of democratic

citizenship. Essential to the achievement of these standards is the freedom to learn and to teach and the guarantee of equal opportunity for all.

 

2. Our primary concern is the student and the development of the students’ potential. Employees will therefore strive for professional growth and will seek to

exercise the best professional judgment and integrity.

 

3. Concern for the student requires that our instructional personnel:

a. Shall make a reasonable effort to protect the student from conditions harmful to learning and/or to the student’s mental and/or physical health and/or safety.

b. Shall not unreasonably restrain a student from independent action in pursuit of learning.

c. Shall not unreasonably deny a student access to diverse points of view.

d. Shall not intentionally suppress or distort subject matter relevant to a student’s academic program.

e. Shall not intentionally expose a student to unnecessary embarrassment or disparagement.

f. Shall not intentionally violate or deny a students’ legal rights.

g. Shall not harass or discriminate against any student based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, handicapping conditions, sexual orientation, or social and family background and shall make a reasonable effort to assure that each student is protected

from harassment or discrimination.

h. Shall not exploit a relationship with a student for personal gain or advantage.

i. Shall keep in confidence personally identifiable information obtained in the course of professional service, unless disclosure serves professional purposes or is required by law.

 

4. Aware of the importance of maintaining respect and confidence of colleagues, students, parents, and of the community, employees of our school must display the highest degree of ethical conduct. This commitment requires that our employees:

a. Shall maintain honesty in all professional dealings.

b. Shall not based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, handicapping conditions if otherwise qualified, or social and family background deny to a colleague professional benefits or advantages or participation in any professional organization.

c. Shall not interfere with a colleague’s exercise of political or civil rights and responsibilities.

d. Shall not engage in harassment or discriminatory conduct which unreasonably interferes with an individual’s performance of professional or work responsibilities or with the orderly processes of education or which creates a hostile, intimidating, abusive, offensive, or oppressive environment; and, further, shall make reasonable effort to assure that each individual is protected from such harassment or discrimination.

e. Shall not make malicious or intentionally false statements about a colleague.Training Requirement All instructional personnel, educational support employees, and administrators are required as a condition of employment to complete training on these standards of ethical conduct.

 

1. Reporting Misconduct by Instructional Personnel and Administrators All employees, Educational support employees, and administrators have an obligation to report misconduct by instructional personnel and school administrators, which affects the health, safety, or welfare of a student. Examples of misconduct include obscene language, drug and alcohol use, disparaging comments, prejudice or bigotry, sexual innuendo, cheating or testing violations, physical aggression, and accepting or offering favors. Reports of misconduct of employees should be made to Amy Nichols 904-401-0444. Reports of misconduct committed by administrators should be made to Garry Broward 904-733-5458. Legally sufficient allegations of misconduct by Florida certified educators will be reported to the Office of Professional Practices Services. Policies and procedures for reporting misconduct by instructional personnel or school administrators which affect health, safety, or welfare of a student is posted in the main office and on our Web site at www.bbcjx.org .

 

2. Reporting Child Abuse, Abandonment or Neglect All employees and agents have an affirmative duty to report all actual or suspected cases of child abuse,

abandonment, or neglect. Call 1-800- 96-ABUSE or report online at: http://www.dcf.state.fl.us/abuse/report/. Signs of Physical Abuse the child may have unexplained bruises, welts, cuts, or other injuries; broken bones; or burns. A child experiencing

a. b. c. physical abuse may seem withdrawn or depressed, seem afraid to go home or may run away, shy away from physical contact, be aggressive, or wear inappropriate clothing to hide injuries. Signs of Sexual Abuse the child may have torn, stained or bloody underwear, trouble walking or sitting, pain or itching in the genital area, or a sexually transmitted disease. A child experiencing sexual abuse may be unusual knowledge of sex or act seductively, fear a particular person, seem withdrawn or depressed, gain or lose weight suddenly, shy away from

physical contact or run away from home. Signs of Neglect The child may have unattended medical needs, little or no supervision at home, poor hygiene, or appear underweight. A child experiencing neglect may be frequently tired or hungry, steal food, or appear overly needy for adult attention. Patterns of Abuse: Serious abuse usually involves a combination of factors. While a single sign may not be significant, a pattern of physical or behavioral signs is a serious indicator and should be reported.Liability Protections Liability Protections

 

 

Any person, official, or institution participating in good faith in any act authorized or required by law or reporting in good faith any instance of child abuse, abandonment, or neglect to the department or any law enforcement agency, shall be immune from any civil or criminal liability which might otherwise result by reason of such action. (F.S. 39.203) An employer who discloses information about a former or current employee to a prospective employer of the former or current employee upon request of the prospective employer or of the former or current employee is immune from civil liability for such disclosure or its consequences unless it is shown by clear and convincing evidence that the information disclosed by the former or current employer was knowingly false or violated any civil right of the former or current employee protected under F.S. Chapter 760. (F.S. 768.095)

​

​​​​​

Statement of Non-discrimination

Baymeadows Christian Academy and Preschool admits students of any race, color, ethnicity to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.

​

 

Student Handbook

Baymeadows Christian Academy and Preschool Handbook.

​

​