This handbook is designed as a guide to improve understanding of various procedures and policies within Hampton Christian High School.  The intent of these policies is not to impose unnecessary restrictions upon the students or parents, but to avoid the disorder that would result if there were no basic standards established to govern the operation of the school.  Individual reactions to these policies are sure to vary; they may seem too restrictive to some and too permissive to others.

As a Christian school, we have endeavored to achieve a properly balanced and Biblical approach when establishing policies.  We also believe that rules are necessary for a smooth and efficient operation, and are guidelines for Christian conduct, character training, forming of good habits, and the rounding out of one's education.

Please accept this manual in the spirit in which it is written.  If any questions arise that are not answered in this handbook, please direct them to the school administration.

We appreciate your commitment to Christian education by choosing Hampton Christian High School. Our purpose is to provide students with the opportunity to receive a quality education that is founded in and integrated with the Word of God.  It is our goal that the students be known by their positive Christian testimony for the Lord Jesus Christ.

We are dedicated to training young people who are willing to give their best to the service of the Lord in any situation, activity, and occupation to which the Lord calls them.  We are also dedicated to being an extension of the Christian home, not a replacement for it.

This handbook needs to be carefully read by and openly discussed between parent and student so that no unfortunate incidents arise as a result of misunderstandings.  May God lead, direct and bless you as you participate in this endeavor.

After the student and parents have carefully read the contents of this handbook, please sign, tear out and return the Student/Parent Statement of Cooperation (last page of handbook) to the school office by the due date.  Returning this signed statement is considered an essential part of the enrollment or re-enrollment procedure.

The mission of Hampton Christian High School is to provide our students with a Christ-centered, quality, academic education in a Biblically directed learning environment that prepares them for leadership and Christian service in the community and in the world.

Hampton Christian High School exists as a coeducational, college preparatory school that encompasses seventh through twelfth grade. Although the school is operated as a non-profit, non-denominational educational institution, independent of the ministry of any individual church body, it is considered a ministry of those churches that directly support it financially, spiritually and philosophically.

Hampton Christian High School acknowledges the trust placed in the school by parents. The school also recognizes the authority of the home and church to teach those distinctive doctrines held by a family's own local church and denomination.

We believe that the Holy Bible is the only inspired, infallible and authoritative Word of God and is the source of Christian doctrine and precept.

We believe that there is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

We believe that man was created in the image of God, but as a result of sin is lost and powerless to save himself.

We believe that the only hope for man is to believe on Jesus Christ, the virgin-born son of God, who died to take upon Himself the punishment for the sin of mankind, and who rose from the dead so that by receiving Him as Savior and Lord, man is redeemed.

We believe that Jesus Christ in person will return to earth in power and glory.

We believe that the Holy Spirit indwells those who have received Christ for the purpose of enabling them to live righteous and Godly lives.

We believe that the Church is the body of Christ and is composed of all those who, through faith in Christ, have been spiritually regenerated by the indwelling Holy Spirit. The mission of the Church is twofold: worldwide evangelism and the nurturing and disciplining of Christians.

STATEMENT OF DOCTRINAL POSITION

We have experienced great unity at Hampton Christian High School even though we have many denominations represented in our student body, faculty, and staff. We believe this unity is a blessing from God because we strive to place Jesus Christ at the focal point of everything we do. We believe in the central gospel message of the Word of God. While we believe that there can be no compromise on the Bible's central doctrines, we do acknowledge that there are differences of Biblical interpretation among the body of believers that are unique to their particular denominations. When these unique issues are raised in our school, we refer the student to the home and family church for clarification and guidance.

We teach those Biblical fundamentals of the Christian faith that are held in common by Christians of all denominations, and when discussed, endeavor to provide a balanced view of doctrinal differences.