A Chapter of the National Federation of Nonpublic School State Accrediting Associations

"Assuring Excellence in Education in Missouri's Nonpublic Schools"

VII. Services

 Education encompasses every area of student development.  The school is concerned with the quality and variety of services offered to provide for the needs of the whole child.

 Membership Standards

           7.0a     The school maintains cumulative health and permanent academic records for each student.  These records are stored in a secure
                        location.

    7.0b     The school has a crisis management plan that is followed in cases of accidents, emergencies, and disasters.  These procedures are
                made known to the staff, students, and families.

           7.0c     Standard requirements for safety are met including:
                                              fire and others drills,
                                       a plan to deal with blood-borne pathogens
                                      CPR and first aid training,
                                       training in administration of medication.

      7.0d    Child abuse and neglect screening is completed for all volunteers who work with students. The screening is done upon initial
               employment and periodically thereafter.

7.0e     Inspection of the physical plant and grounds to identify safety hazards is made periodically, with the school taking steps to remedy any identified deficiencies.

7.0f      Provisions are made for the safety of students when being transported by the school; reasonable precautions are made for safety when children arrive and leave the school premises.

7.0g     The use of potentially hazardous materials and tools by students is supervised and in compliance with state and federal regulations.

7.0h     Adequate supervision for students is provided at all times.

7.0i      The kitchen and dining areas used by the school meet health and safety regulations.

7.0j      The school has developed a Wellness Plan that has been communicated to staff, students, and families.