Founding and Operating a Christian School - Foundational Documents

CHRIST CHURCH UNIVERSITY FOUNDATIONAL DOCUMENTS

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Table of Contents

1. Mission, Vision & Values P.3

2. Organizational Structure P.6

3. Legal Requirements P.11

4. Facilities Plan P.14

5. Parent-Student Handbook P.16

6. Income and Spending Plans P.19

7. Board, Faculty and Staff Recruitment Plan P.23

8. Curriculum Plan P.26

9. Board Orientation and Operations Manual P.32

10. Administrator Handbook P.38

11. Faculty Handbook P.53

12. Ancillary Programs P.67

Appendix A: IRS: Applying for Exemption - Procedure for Applying

Appendix B: IRS: Application for Recognition of Exemption

Appendix C: IRS: Church and Religious Organizations Exemption Requirements

Appendix D: Washington State Higher Education Coordinating Board

Appendix E: Christ Church University Organization Chart

Appendix F: Profile of an “Ideal” Christ Church University Graduate


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Abstract

The Master Plan is a series of foundational documents that seeks to define and identify

the culture of Christ Church University in light of the mission this university has been

entrusted to fulfill. The Master Plan will enable us to apply our mission, values and

methods to the building of this university now, but will also provide a legacy of founding

intent that will guide future generations in the growth and development of the university.


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1. Mission, Vision & Values

I. Mission Statement

The mission of Christ Church University is to build future generations of cultural

reformers with clear Kingdom purpose, to preserve, restore and advance the

legacy of truth, liberty and justice, through the mission of the Church going into

every jurisdiction of society, establishing a Kingdom culture in their wake.

Our fundamental purpose is the essence of our mission; it is the kind of

student we are going to build and the mission they are being prepared for.

“Mission describes the broad, fundamental purpose for the organization’s

existence, the ultimate result it hopes to produce” (Saffold, 1994, 116).

Given the private nature of CCU, we have the freedom to craft a mission

statement that does not need to pay such close association to particular mandates

that most public sector organizations need to (Saffold, 1994, 119).

II. Vision Statement

A. To firmly establish each student in a biblical worldview that can be applied to

the study of any subject, discipline or jurisdiction.

B. To train students with a distinctively Christian classical liberal arts

methodology placing an emphasis on the student’s ability to:

Create a sense of excellence in the student’s ability to apply biblical

principles to the solving of problems

Develop their understanding by analyzing original sources from

antiquity through to the present and,


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Form and articulate their views with the goal to inform accurately

persuade respectfully and defend logically.

C. To develop centers and fellowships for creative and strategic biblical thinking

in the areas of public policy development; scientific, technological and

medical research; media, the arts and communication; education reform;

business strategy and economic development.

D. To publish scholarly research that addresses theological, social, ethical,

political, and business issues that use quantitative and qualitative research, and

analysis of different theories, but conclude with biblical models and proposals

for cultural solutions.

I took Saffold’s four principles in developing vision into account here (Saffold,

1994, 142). “Vision is rooted in and shaped by values.” The value we place on the

Word of God is demonstrated in that we seek to apply it not only to the student and

faculty’s lives personally, but also to each academic discipline and ultimately to the

world around us. “Vision should serve the mission.” The first two sections of the

vision statement are particularly focused on preparing the “cultural reformers” we

refer to in the mission statement. “Vision gives birth to action.” The vision statement

is practical; it is about developing academic programs, centers of study, research

material to be published, etc. “Vision must come from God.” The development of this

vision statement is a response to an ongoing message the Lord keeps bringing to us at

Christ Church Kirkland concerning our mandate to raise up cultural reformers.

Each component of the vision statement will also place a high degree of

dependence upon the concept of shared vision (Senge, 2000, 72). A university,


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particularly CCU, is about building a sense of community around the mission. It is

work in fulfilling the action of the vision that will bring us together in more than just

communication, but also in sharing the life of the mission together.

C. Honored Values Statement

“Values represent the core priorities in the organization’s culture, including what

drives members’ priorities and how they truly act in the organization.”

(McNamara, 1997)

We honor God by seeking to bring glory and pleasure to Him through all our

life, our work, our thoughts, and our relationships.

We honor God’s Word as the complete, sufficient, and inherent Word that

speaks to all things pertaining to life and godliness in our personal lives and

the life of the wider community and society.

We honor the fear of the Lord as the beginning of His intention to bestow

wisdom, understanding and knowledge on those who diligently enquire of

Him by the Holy Spirit.

We honor the life of the community of God as we seek to provide instruction

through the relational model of discipleship between the student and the

teacher.

We honor the pursuit of Christ-centered excellence in our work of preparing

students spiritually, academically, relationally and vocationally.


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2. Organizational Structure

I. Identifying the type of sponsorship (Demuth, 1995, 17).

A church-sponsored school. Separately incorporated but under the control of

the local church elders. It will require a separate budget. All eight of Demuth’s

“Organizational considerations” (Demuth, 1995, 18) apply to us at CCU:

The church and parents provide the fulfillment of the Scriptural command to

educate the next generation.

Educational facilities are already in place, although more will be needed.

Our pastor is positioned to be able to communicate the need for a Christ-

centered education.

Bookkeeping, legal structure and staff are in place, although this will need

significantly increase.

Church does provide an existing legal structure.

Stewardship of education facilities can be potentially shared in the building of

a new sanctuary.

Congregation provides a pool of potential student intake.

Congregation provides source of expertise in CCU development; particularly

in financial development, building facilities, curriculum design.

II. The Governing Board

When the elders of Christ Church Kirkland convene for the purpose meeting

as the Governing Board, the following principles derived from the National


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Center for Non Profit Board (Board Source, 1995), will help form effective

distinctives of the Governing Board.

Distinctives of the CCU Governing Board:

Constructive partnership: Interdependency among members of the board

reflects our commitment to covenant relationships. This creates a culture of

respect, loyalty and honest communication.

Mission driven: The primary mandate of the Governing Board is to ensure that

the university is using its full resources: faculty, staff, students, facilities,

budget, etc., to fulfill the mission of the university.

Strategic thinking: The board will regularly review the vision statement of the

university and seek to provide accountability and direction to the strategic

planning regarding the fulfillment of the vision statement.

Culture of enquiry: The senior administration and faculty will serve the Board

of Governors requests for input, discussion, and counsel on whatever issues

the board deems necessary.

Independent-mindedness: The board will have the prerogative to stand on its

own convictions and will consider the opinion of, but will not be directed by

donors, faculty, or senior administration.

Ethos of transparency: The Board of Governors will ensure transparency with

stakeholders concerning the university finances and policies.

Compliance with integrity: The Board of Directors will ensure that the Senior

Administration is conducting the operation of the university with all integrity,


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particularly regarding issues pertaining to financial management, legal

mandates, and ethical conduct.

Results oriented: The Governing Board is going to be expecting a culture

increase in regards to the universities operations, budgets and academic

quality.

Functions of the Governing Board:

Provide spiritual and executive headship, oversight and vision for the

university.

Provides accountability that in all things the integrity of the mission of the

university is preserved and advanced.

Provide input and review of university policies.

Provide oversight to the selection and employment of staff and faculty.

Provide direction for the funding and planning of building facilities.

Provide oversight of the university budget.

III. Senior Administration

The Senior Administration provides the operational fulfillment of the university

vision statement. Oversights of the administrative logisitics, the academics, the

student body, etc., are conducted by the Senior Administration using policy

guidelines provided by the Board of Governors.

Members of the Senior Administration:

The President: The CEO of the university accountable to the Board of

Governors.


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Academic Dean: Responsible for all curriculum design and development and

oversees all faculty members.

Vice President for Operations: Oversees the administration and office staff,

admissions and IT development.

Vice President for Business Development: Responsible for marketing and

endowment and resource development.

Dean of Students: Oversees the student life, development and discipleship.

IV. Faculty

The faculty will be organized into four colleges headed by a faculty member who

will be the Dean of the particular college; The College of Classical Studies, The

College of Biblical Studies, The College of Government, The College of

Business.

V. Support Staff

Support staff will be overseen by the Vice President for Operations. Support staff

is to serve the execution and administration of the vision statement and must

adhere to the appropriate policies in the Administrator’s Handbook.

VI. Stakeholders

The Senior Administration will ensure timely information is communicated to the

relevant stakeholders.


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It is vital that parents of the students feel well connected with the

university and are involved with their student’s progress and development.

Donors want an opportunity to be involved with more than just their gift

(Braus, 1994). The Senior Administration will enable donor to build

relationship, sow commitment and provide accountability.


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3. Legal Requirements

I. Process of Incorporation

The general process pertaining to any State, according Nolo, a recognized legal

companion service1:

1. Choose an available business name that meets the requirements of state law.

2. File formal paperwork, usually called articles of incorporation, and pay a

small filing fee (typically under $100).

3. Apply for your federal and state tax exemptions.

4. Create corporate bylaws, which set out the operating rules for your nonprofit

corporation.

5. Appoint the initial directors. (CCU will have a Board of Governors. In some

states you must choose your initial directors before you file your articles,

because you must list their names in the document.)

6. Hold the first meeting of the Board of Governors.

7. Obtain licenses and permits that may be required for your corporation.

The Foundation Group, who describe themselves as the nation's leading provider

of 501(c)(3) tax-exemption services, answers the question, is there a state application

as well as federal? “In most states, no. While a handful of states have a simple, one-

or two-page form that must be prepared, California is the only state that requires a

separate application process rivaling the one required by the IRS.”2

1 http://www.nolo.com/article.cfm/objectID/EA3D3043-9A88-43F5-8DC869639F0F6E77/111/262/ART/

Accessed 5/29/07. 2 http://www.501c3.org/faqs.html#q7

http://www.nolo.com/article.cfm/objectID/EA3D3043-9A88-43F5-8DC869639F0F6E77/111/262/ART/

http://www.501c3.org/faqs.html#q7


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The Washington State government web site that deals with the formation of a

501c3 confirms this, “A 501C3 status is a tax-exempt status given by the IRS. You

have to meet certain requirements from the IRS in order to get this status.”3

The Washington State Secretary of State’s office provides the criteria for an

online 501c3 application4:

Corporate name

Contact info

Articles of incorporation

Registered agent

Initial directors

Incorporators

Signature

II. Setting up a Tax-Exempt Organization

An organization becomes tax-exempt by applying for recognition of exemption

from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The IRS will recognize an organization as

tax-exempt if it meets the requirements of the Internal Revenue Code. Organizations

applying for tax-exempt status must submit two applications: First, one requesting an

Employer Identification Number (EIN); and second, the other applying for

recognition of exemption.5

Exemption requirements6: (For more details please see Appendix A, B, & C).

3 http://www.secstate.wa.gov/corps/faq.aspx

4 https://corps.secstate.wa.gov/nonprofit/pages/startpage.aspx

5 http://www.irs.gov/charities/article/0,,id=136196,00.html

6 http://www.irs.gov/charities/charitable/article/0,,id=96099,00.html

http://www.secstate.wa.gov/corps/faq.aspx

https://corps.secstate.wa.gov/nonprofit/pages/startpage.aspx

http://www.irs.gov/charities/article/0,,id=136196,00.html

http://www.irs.gov/charities/charitable/article/0,,id=96099,00.html


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To be organized exclusively for a charitable purpose, the organization

must be a corporation, community chest, fund, or foundation.

The organizing documents must limit the organization's purposes to

exempt purposes set forth in section 501(c)(3).

An organization's assets must be permanently dedicated to an exempt

purpose.

An organization's application can be processed by the IRS more rapidly if

its organizing documents include a provision insuring permanent

dedication of assets for exempt purposes.

III. State laws and regulations

Washington State Higher Education Coordinating Board authorizes some in-state

private colleges and universities to offer degree programs in Washington. Degree-

granting institutions operating in Washington must obtain authorization from the

Board or be determined by the Board to be exempt. The following areas are

observed in determining whether to authorize an institution:

The university’s financial stability and business practices.

The university’s academic programs.

The university’s faculty qualifications.


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4. Facilities Plan

CCU will be located on the existing 17 acre Christ Church Kirkland campus,

conveniently located right off the I-405 freeway. It has not yet been decided whether

the university will be part of new the new sanctuary plan, or a separate building on

the campus. Whichever option is chosen, the following represents an initial list of

facility needs given the academic program design for the university.

Room Details Square Sq Ft

Per Unit

Total Sq Ft

Classrooms

Core Classes 2 classrooms for Year 1 & Year 2 simultaneous core classes 30x25=750 1500

Major Studies 3 classrooms for Year 3 major studies 15x15=225 675

Major studies 3 classrooms for Year 4 major studies 15x15=225 675

Lecture Hall 1 lecture hall to seat 250 people 60x75=5525 4500

Library Combination of bookshelves and individual study areas 60x60=1800 1800

Bathrooms 2 bathrooms 12x12=144 288

TOTAL: 8 Classrooms & 1 Lecture Hall 9438

Offices

President Desk, visitors chairs, small conference area 20x15=300 300

VP Bus. Dev. Desk, visitors chairs 12x12=144 144

Academic Dean Desk, visitors chairs 12x12=144 144

VP Operations Desk, visitors chair 10x10=100 100

Deans 4 offices with desk & visitor’s chair 10x10=100 400

Admin Open office for 4 employees 20x15=300 300

Reception Available space for 2 employees & waiting 12x12=144 144

Work room Photocopier, shared printer, cabinets, countertops 12x12=144 144

Conf. Room Seats 10 12x17=204 204

Bathroom 1 bathroom 12x12=144 144

TOTAL: 12 Office areas 2024

Dorms

Visiting Prof. 5 visiting professor suites: bed, desk, small fridge, private 16x16 Bed 1600


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bathroom, leather chair, tv. 8x8 Bath

Prof. Lounge Central lounge for meeting with students 25x25=625 625

Men’s Dorms 63 rooms sleep 2 each = 126 men 10x9=90 5670

Men’s Bath 2 Bathrooms: 2 toilets, 3 shower, 4 sinks each 14x14=196 392

Men’s Commons 25x25=625 625

Women’s Dorms 63 rooms sleep 2 each = 126 women 10x9=90 5670

Women’s Bath 2 Bathrooms: 2 toilets, 3 shower, 4 sinks each 14x14=196 392

Women’s Commons

25x25=625 625

Dean of Students

Private apartment: 1 bed, 1 living room, kitchen, 1 bath 900 900

Dean of Students

Office 10x10=100 100

TOTAL: Dorm areas 16599

EST. GRAND TOTAL: (Not incl. entry, hallways, storage) 28061

If we needed to split the space into different buildings we could do a number of

options listed below (note - these are rough estimates and do not include hallways):

Building Details Square Feet

Floors/ Sq. Ft. Apprx. Foot Print

Option 1: 1 Building

Building 1 Dorms, classes, offices, suites 28061 2 x 14031 118x118

3 x 9354 97x97

Option 2: 2 Buildings

Building 1 Men’s dorm 1

st floor

Women’s dorm 2nd

floor Dean’s suit 1

st & 2

nd floor

14374 2 x 7187 85x85

Building 2 Classrooms, offices, suites 13687 2 x 6844 83x83

3 x 4562 68x68

Option 1: 4 Buildings

Building 1 Men’s dorm 6687 2 x 3444 58x58

3 x 2229 47x47

Building 2 Women’s dorm 6687 2 x 3444 58x58

3 x 2229 47x47

Building 3 Classrooms, offices, suites 13687 2 x 6844 83x83

3 x 4562 68x68

Building 4 Deans of Students 1000 2 x 500 22x22


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5. Parent-Student Handbook

The following comprises of an outline of all the subjects and issues that would be

included in the parent/student handbook. Ideas on items to include also were taken

from Patrick Henry College. A copy of their student handbook is available at their

website.7

Section I: Introduction

A. Welcome by CCU Chancellor

B. Welcome by CCU President

Section II: Overview of CCU

A. Mission

B. Vision

C. Values

D. Statement of worldview

E. Statement of faith

Section III: Student community responsibilities

A. The spiritual atmosphere at CCU

B. Campus standards

1. Relationships

2. Entertainment

3. Alcohol use

4. Curfew

5. Dorm responsibilities

7 http://www.phc.edu/studentlife/2006StudentHandbook.pdf Accessed 6/24/07

http://www.phc.edu/studentlife/2006StudentHandbook.pdf


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6. Campus responsibilities

C. Church life

D. CCU Chapel

E. Corporate prayer

F. Service outreach

G. Student government

Section IV: Student’s personal responsibilities

A. Student spiritual disciplines

B. Dress code

C. Student covenant

D. Student discipline

E. Career calling counseling

F. Parental involvement

Section V: Academic standards

A. Standard of excellence

B. Academic policy

1. GPA standing

2. Add/drop classes

3. Absence policy

4. Incomplete grades

5. In-progress grades

6. Re-doing assignments

7. Course evaluation

C. Plagiarism policy


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D. Writing standards

Section VI: CCU Administration

A. Office hours & services

B. Enrollment and admissions information

C. Financial policies

D. Alumni relations

E. Campus security

F. Library hours and services

G. University store

H. Ancillary programs


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6. Income and Spending Plans

The income and spending plans, along with relevant budget commentary, outlines

CCU revenues by source along with expected expenditures according to major categories

during the first year of operation. The commentary also reflects the planning assumptions

made to support the total revenue and total expenditures. One first assumption is that

since the plan reflects the first year of operation, the start up costs are not in the

expenditures for the year below since those costs were accounted for prior to the first

year of operation.

I. Income – multiple revenue streams

The income plan is a testimony of God’s greatness in His provision. It reflects

the belief that God pays of what He orders so that His work can be carried out

with effectiveness and excellence.

A. Tuition & Fees

1. Tuition (25 students @ $6000 per year = $150,000. Any scholarship

awards are credited at the end so the student/parent can see how much

actually is their responsibility and how much of that is being covered by

the scholarship).

2. Admission application fees (25 x $75 = $1875. This helps cover the cost

of enlisting the students such as informational material, phone calls,

marketing material)

3. Re-enrollment fees (For second year. Helps cover the administrative

process associated with the registrar).


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4. Library membership fee (25 x $25 = $625). The library is an on-going

investment for the entire student body. A small library fee of around $25

helps purchase most of the new volumes and texts the library needs to

keep current).

5. Activity fees (25 x $125 = $3125) These fees eliminate having to collect

additional monies from the students at a later date, such as a graduation

banquet, or student body retreat, etc. $150 per student should adequately

cover these two events).

6. Class materials fees (Text books, notebooks, software, etc).

B. Room and Board (25 x $2750 = $68750)

C. Sales (food tickets for visitors, special event admission charge)

D. Fundraising (Gifts sought out by special events, benefit dinners, student

performances, adopt a student, matching gifts, )

E. Capital project funding (Special fundraising for major projects: classroom

additions, library extension, build another dorm).

F. Endowment building (Generational giving to build a healthy financial future

for the university).

II. Expense plans

Expense plans, the budget, are approved by the Board of Governors for the

purpose of accountability and to ensure that the budget is being used to bring

increase to the mission and vision of the university.

A. Salaries and benefits

1. Salaries and benefits for permanent staff (Senior Administration – 4

employees and staff – 7 employees)


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2. Visiting professor stipends (10 visiting professors during first year)

B. Facilities

1. Mortgage (Known when building options are decided upon and how much

is borrowed).

2. Insurance (Known when we have a definitive number and size of

buildings).

3. Utilities (Known when we have a definitive number and size of buildings).

4. Janitorial and maintenance staff and supplies (Some of these positions will

be made available to students who need on campus worm, such as

international students).

C. Curriculum materials (Will depend on each individual teacher and their course

and quantity required).

1. Course text books

2. Curriculum guides

3. Student notebooks

D. Boarding expenses

I. Food services (2 meals a day – breakfast and dinner. $10 per day x 25

students x two 16 week semesters – 224 days = $56000 total or $2240 per

student).

E. Office expenses

1. Office supplies

2. Equipment lease (Copier is approx. $700 per month)

3. Telephone system (Approx $1000 per month)

4. Internet & phone bill (may be included in phone system)


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5. Computer & software purchases (2 new machines a year plus sundry items

$4000)

6. Mail & shipping

F. Traveling expenses for visiting professors (Approx. 10 tickets needed for first

year. 20 tickets for the 2nd

year).

G. Staff and faculty development

H. Scholarship funding

I. Marketing

1. Graphics artwork

2. Printing

3. Mailing

4. Prospective student enrollment materials

J. Hospitality expenses

This initial overview of income and spending will reveal a significant shortfall

the first few years as the student body begins to expand. The first year only 25

students will be supporting the operating expenses, in comparison to potentially

100 after four years. This initial shortfall will have to be built into part of the

initial startup capital fundraising.


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7. Board, Faculty and Staff Recruitment Plan

CCU desires that the board, faculty, and staff will provide more than academic

information to the students, but will impart spiritual life and vision that will launch

the student towards their calling. This makes the selection process perhaps one of the

most important decision making processes that will go into the university. The apostle

Paul directs the type of learning the Corinthian believers were to receive when he told

them his concern, “For if you were to have countless tutors in Christ, yet you would

not have many fathers, for in Christ Jesus I became your father through the gospel.

Therefore I exhort you, be imitators of me” (I Corinthians 4:15-16). The recruitment

plan does not refer to the Board of Governors since it already exists separately as the

Christ Church Kirkland eldership.

I. Qualifications for all faculty and staff

A. Called to the mission, vision and values of CCU

B. Embraces the philosophy and practice of spiritual sonship

C. In agreement with CCU philosophy of education, worldview statement and

statement of faith.

D. Is a discipler and is being discipled

E. Spirit filled and Spirit led

F. Genuine Christ-centered and daily intimate relationship with Christ.

G. Reads and applies the Word of God

H. Committed and active member of a local church (CCK for all local staff and

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II. Additional qualifications for faculty

A. Academic credentials

B. Published materials

C. Teaching experience

D. Professional experience

III. Recruitment of faculty

A. Prayer and discussion among Board of Governors

B. Consider potential faculty from CCK

C. Consider potential faculty from existing network relationships

IV. Faculty benefits package

A. Stipend for visiting professors

B. Travel expenses for visiting professors

C. Compensate for training, expertise and experience

D. Health coverage for full time professors

E. Scholarships for advanced degrees

V. Recruitment of staff

A. Consider staff from within CCK

B. Consider staff from Master’s Commission graduates

C. Consider staff from existing network relationships

VI. Staff benefits package

A. Compensate for training, expertise and experience

B. Training and equipping seminars

C. Health coverage for full time staff

VII. Selection process


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A. Governing board reviews all written applications and narrows applicants for

interview.

B. Contact references

C. Governing board conducts interviews

D. Request writing/teaching/work samples of necessary

E. Senior administration conducts interviews

F. President confers with governing board for final decision


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8. Curriculum Plan

I. Introduction

CCU’s curriculum design reflects the character and mission of the school;

where spiritual fathers impart to spiritual sons and daughters using classical

approach for academic content and the Hebrew model of training and discipleship

for the academic structure. We believe this dual approach will enable the students

to function most effectively in the world, while maintaining the integrity of a

biblical and relational academic context.

A classical Christian program places the emphasis on revealing God’s

truth that is relevant to every academic discipline and not just too theological

studies alone.

The components given in this curriculum plan are derived from Demuth

(1995, p. 209).

II. Develop educational goals

The goals for the CCU curriculum plan are derived from the list of outcomes

that make-up the ideal graduate from CCU. A full description of the CCU

graduate can be read in Appendix F.

It should be noted that while these goals are listed as specific area goals they

should be no means be viewed as being independent from each other. These goals

are highly integrated because God’s truth our obedient response pertains to all

areas of life, not just the spiritual.

A. Calling: A graduate of Christ Church University will have a clear sense of

God’s calling for “such a time as this,” recognizing the pivotal era of history


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that we find ourselves in and take responsibility to be a history-making

prophetic people to society.

B. Devotion: A graduate of Christ Church University will have a dynamic

relationship with Christ, demonstrated through a life of obedience, worship

and prayer.

C. Worldview: A graduate of Christ Church University will have developed a

robust biblical worldview that they can apply to specific academic disciplines

which enables them to be independent thinkers capable of discerning the

fallacies of humanist philosophies and their application upon society.

D. Character: A graduate of Christ Church University will have developed a high

degree of moral character, integrity and personal discipline. Graduates

understand that character development is a process of maturity that is

especially furthered through the engaging of discipleship relationships.

E. Sonship: A graduate of Christ Church University carries the servant heart of a

son or daughter, who desires to be a faithful steward of another’s vision and

resources before fulfilling their own.

F. Excellence: A graduate of Christ Church University demonstrates a spirit of

excellence and diligence in their academics, their work ethic and their social

skills.

G. Citizenship: A graduate of Christ Church University takes seriously their civic

responsibility to vote and participate in the support of biblical principles of

freedom and liberty that pertain to public policy.

H. Ministry: A graduate of Christ Church University seeks to honor and serve the

responsibility of the Church to train and equip its members in their calling to


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carry out the Dominion Mandate and the Great Commission to serve and

speak prophetically in all jurisdictions of society.

III. Select an educational approach

A variety of different approaches will be used for different elements of the

curriculum plan. Many of the classes will be conducted over a three week period

where the student’s will take no more than one or two classes at a time so that

subject concentration will be highly focused. Since many of our faculty will be

visiting rather than permanent, the classes will have three component parts. The

first part will be where students have one full week of pre-lecture assignments

that will be predominantly based on an independent approach. The second part

will be where the visiting professor will be in class for lectures and the approach

will be teacher directed. The third part is the post lecture which is a mix of

independent approach as students write follow up papers, and facilitator led class

discussions.

IV. Content matter and subjects

Figure 1 below lays out all the content matter in their respective classes in

consecutive order that is organized according to the classical core program and

the major studies programs.

A. Classical core

The essence of a classical liberal arts program lies in the strength of its

core studies common to all students. It is here that each 1st and 2

nd year

student will fulfill their core study requirements. For both years, each

semester has a class in the following core disciplines: Theology, philosophy,

history, literature, and the Trivium.


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At the end of the student’s 2nd

year they will also take a business core and

a government core. There is a two-fold purpose to this; first to give the

students a multi-jurisdictional education so that even if they are not called into

one of these field they still have a general understanding of them in order to

relate to those that do. Second, if a student does not know which jurisdiction

to major in during the 3rd

and 4th

year, these classes will give the student

exposure to these areas in hope that it may spur a greater degree of interest in

one of the jurisdictions.

B. Major studies program

Upon becoming upper classman, students decide which major studies

program to choose from based on their calling to jurisdictions that best fit

these programs. As university grows we hope to add more specific major

studies programs. Major studies programs planned for the beginning of the

university would include:

College of Biblical Studies

College of Market Place Ministries

College of Government & Politics

Each student will take a minimum of 16 credits per semester. 12 credits

must be taken from their respective college. An additional 4 elective credits

can be taken from within the same college or from the other colleges.


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Fall Semester Spring Semester

1st

Year Classical Core

Theology Core: Old Testament (3) New Testament (3) Philosophy Core: The Ultimate Intention (2) Presuppositionalism & Worldview Pt 1(2) History Core: Ancient & Classical History (3) Classical Literature & Writing Core: The Great Books (3) Trivium Core: Introduction to Latin (2)

Theology Core: Old Testament (3) Kingdom of God – Part I (2) Philosophy Core: The Ultimate Intention (2) Presuppositionalism & Worldview Pt 2(2) History Core: Ancient & Classical History (3) Classical Literature & Writing Core: The Great Books (3) Trivium Core: Introduction to Latin (2)

2nd

Year Classical Core

Theology Core: Covenant Theology (2) Discipleship & Advanced Leadership (2) History Core: U.S. History (3) Classical Literature & Writing Core: The Great Books (3) Trivium Core: Formal Logic II (2) Business Core: (6) Foundations of Biblical Economics (3) Foundations of Business Leadership (3)

Theology Core: Kingdom of God – Part II (2) The Spirit-led & Spirit-filled Life (2) History Core: Twentieth Century World History (3) Classical Literature & Writing Core: The Great Books (3) Trivium Core: Rhetoric (2) Government Core: Philosophies & Principles of Government (3) U.S. Government: Local & National (3)

3rd

Year Major Studies

College of Biblical Studies College of Market Place Ministries College of Government & Politics (16 credits: 12 from 1 College & 4 from another, or electives)


4th

Year Major Studies


Electives or Guided Independent Study (6) Senior Research Paper and faculty oral exam (4) Internship (4) GRE Prep & Exam (2) (Required)

Total: 136 Required Credits Figure 1. Curriculum Plan: Classical Core and Major Studies

C. Select texts

Each professor will select their own recommended texts to the Academic

Dean for approval. Given the nature of the classical approach, the university

strongly encourages professors not to use text books but rather original source


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material and secondary sources that are derived from notable academic

backgrounds.

In most cases the classes will likely have an anthology of reading

assignments from numerous sources that represent a wide range of relevant

primary and secondary sources.

D. Establish School Parameters

1. Length of school year and calendar: Two semesters 16 weeks each from

late August to mid December, and early January to mid May.

2. Length of school day: 4 hours of classes from Monday to Friday.

3. Length of class period: 55 minutes.

4. Attendance policy: Board of Governors to decide.

E. Institute a college credit system

F. Develop grading systems: Faculty to use rubrics for clear understanding of the

criteria involved in assessments.

G. Schedule teachers and classes: (See Appendix G)


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9. Board Orientation and Operations Manual

The Board of Governors of CCU is the existing eldership team of Christ Church

Kirkland which functions aside from the university. As such some of the typical

functions of a board are not necessary to the board function and structure of CCU.

Below is an outline with some detail reflecting board orientation and operations.

I. Mission Statement

The mission of Christ Church University is to build future generations of cultural

reformers with clear Kingdom purpose, to preserve, restore and advance the legacy of

truth, liberty and justice, through the mission of the Church going into every

jurisdiction of society, establishing a Kingdom culture in their wake.

II. Vision Statement

1. To firmly establish each student in a biblical worldview that can be applied to

the study of any subject, discipline or jurisdiction.

2. To train students with a distinctively Christian classical liberal arts




Develop their understanding by analyzing original sources from antiquity

through to the present and,



3. To develop centers and fellowships for creative and strategic biblical thinking

in the areas of public policy development; scientific, technological and


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medical research; media, the arts and communication; education reform;

business strategy and economic development.

4. To publish scholarly research that addresses theological, social, ethical,

political, and business issues that use quantitative and qualitative research,

and analysis of different theories, but conclude with biblical models and

proposals for cultural solutions.

III. Role of the Governing Board

A. Summary functions of the Governing Board (from Section 2 of Foundational

Documents)


university.







B. Specific functions of the Governing Board

Fundraising: Board oversees the administration’s efforts at fundraising and

contributes to fundraising efforts through their own personal networks and

relationships also.


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Planning: The vision statement will require regular review and

development of plans that the Governing Board will give input to and

provide approval of.

Mission: The Governing Board is considered to be the trustee of the

mission and will evaluate all of its oversight in view of the

accomplishment of the mission statement.

Articulating the vision: The Board of Directors will ensure that the vision

of CCU is correctly communicated in all of the marketing and enrollment

literature, and also that the vision is consistently integrated into the

academic content of the university. As board members have the

opportunity to represent the university, they shall also use the opportunity

to communicate the vision of the university to existing and potential

stakeholders.

IV. Distinctives of the CCU Governing Board: (from Section 2 of Foundational

Documents)8

Constructive partnership: Interdependency among members of the board

reflects our commitment to covenant relationships. This creates a culture of

respect, loyalty and honest communication.

Mission driven: The primary mandate of the Governing Board is to ensure that

the university is using its full resources: faculty, staff, students, facilities,

budget, etc., to fulfill the mission of the university.

8 National Center for Non Profit Board (Board Source, 1995)


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Strategic thinking: The board will regularly review the vision statement of the

university and seek to provide accountability and direction to the strategic

planning regarding the fulfillment of the vision statement.

Culture of enquiry: The senior administration and faculty will serve the Board

of Governors requests for input, discussion, and counsel on whatever issues

the board deems necessary.

Independent-mindedness: The board will have the prerogative to stand on its

own convictions and will consider the opinion of, but will not be directed by

donors, faculty, or senior administration.

Ethos of transparency: The Board of Governors will ensure transparency with

stakeholders concerning the university finances and policies.

Compliance with integrity: The Board of Directors will ensure that the Senior

Administration is conducting the operation of the university with all integrity,

particularly regarding issues pertaining to financial management, legal

mandates, and ethical conduct.

Results oriented: The Governing Board is going to be expecting a culture

increase in regards to the universities operations, budgets and academic

quality.

V. Board leadership and accountability

A. Board leadership

The Senior Pastor from the eldership of Christ Church Kirkland will lead

the board. He will direct the agenda of the meeting and bring items to a

conclusion for decision or for more time to be research if necessary.


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The Senior Pastor will meet with the CCU President on a regular basis, 2-

4 times a month which will provide the Senior Pastor with the

understanding necessary of what issues and topics would be relevant to

form an agenda of the Board of Governors. The board will consult the

President who will attend the meetings and the faculty who will assemble

at the request of the board. All policy making decision made by the board

will be the responsibility of the President to carry out unless otherwise

directed by the board.

B. Board accountability

Accountability refers to

o A culture of openness that embraces insight and direction from other

legitimate and trustworthy sources.

o Undergo verification and scrutiny of operating procedures in order to

clarify if any activity, attitude, communication or behavior needs

adjustment, correction, or warning.

o A body of people who check to ensure that the integrity of the

organizations purpose as stated in the mission and vision statements,

are being kept and advanced

o A body of people who check to ensure the values of the organization

are reflected in everything the university does and in all its officers and

employees.

The Senior Pastor is accountable to the Board of Governors, and to the

Apostolic Council of Kingdom Ministries International, the apostolic

covering for Christ Church Kirkland.


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The Board of Governors itself is also accountable to the Apostolic Council

of Kingdom Ministries International.

The President, senior administration, and faculty are accountable to the

Board of Governors.


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10. Administrator Handbook

I. School Description

A. Mission Statement

The mission of Christ Church University is to build future generations

of cultural reformers with clear Kingdom purpose, to preserve, restore and

advance the legacy of truth, liberty and justice, through the mission of the

Church going into every jurisdiction of society, establishing a Kingdom

culture in their wake.

B. Vision Statement

1. To firmly establish each student in a biblical worldview that can be

applied to the study of any subject, discipline or jurisdiction.









3. To develop centers and fellowships for creative and strategic biblical

thinking in the areas of public policy development; scientific,


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technological and medical research; media, the arts and communication;

education reform; business strategy and economic development.


political, and business issues that use quantitative and qualitative

research, and analysis of different theories, but conclude with biblical

models and proposals for cultural solutions.

C. Statement of Faith

Taken from New St. Andrews and to be discussed by the Board of

Governors as an example.9

1. Preamble: Authority and Witness

The Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments are our only infallible

rule of faith and practice. The Lord Jesus Christ committed these inspired

Scriptures to His Church (1 Tim. 3). We therefore defer to the witness of

the historic Christian Church as a genuine but fallible authority,

subordinate to the Scriptures themselves, in discerning what the Scriptures

teach. Because they faithfully witness what is taught in the Word of God,

we receive the great creedal statements the Church has affirmed

throughout the ages: The Apostles Creed, the Nicene Creed, and the

Definition of Chalcedon . Moreover, we believe that the reformational

confessions of the 16th and 17th centuries (including the Westminster

Confession of Faith of 1646, the Heidelberg Catechism, the Belgic

Confession, and the Canons of Dort), of all historic statements, most fully

and accurately summarize the system of orthodox Christian doctrine

9New St. Andrews College Statement of Faith http://www.nsa.edu/mission/faith.html Accessed 6/25/07

http://www.nsa.edu/mission/faith.html


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revealed in Scripture. Therefore, the specific headings below do not

exhaust our doctrinal understanding, but rather identify those doctrines

that merit greater attention today.

2. The Triune Majesty

The Triune God is the one uncreated Creator of all things that exist;

between the Creator and His creation is a fundamental divide. This one

God is eternally existent in three Persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

His Majesty is omnipotent, omnipresent, and omniscient, and limited by

nothing other than His own nature and character. He is holy, righteous,

good, stern, loving, and full of mercy.

3. Revelation

The sixty-six books of the Old and New Testaments are the Word of

God, inerrant in all they affirm. The Word has divine authority in

everything it addresses, and it addresses everything. In no way should the

Scriptures be brought to the judgment seat of human reason; rather, we

must rationally and submissively study the Word granted to us.

4. Creation

In the beginning, God created the material universe from nothing in six

ordinary days. He spoke, and by the Word of His power, it was. Our

science on the nature and time of this event must be determined in full

submission to the Word of God.

5. Sin

Our first father Adam was our federal head and representative. He was

created innocent, but through his rebellion against the express Word of


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God, plunged himself and his entire posterity, represented in him, into the

hopelessness of death in sin. This sin is lawlessness, an attempt to live

apart from the Law and Word of God. Since that first great apostasy, no

descendant of Adam has escaped from the death of lawlessness apart from

efficacious grace.

6. The Incarnate Christ

The Lord Jesus Christ is, according to the flesh, a descendant of David,

and sits on David's throne. He is, at the same time, God enfleshed. He is one

individual with two natures, fully man and fully God. As a man, He is our

elder brother and High Priest before God, representing us to God the Father.

As God, He is the visible image of the invisible Father, representing God to

us.

7. Salvation

Because all sons of Adam are spiritually dead, they are consequently

incapable of saving themselves. But out of His sovereign mercy, God the

Father elected a countless number to eternal salvation, leaving the

remainder to their sinful desires. When the time was right, the Lord Jesus

Christ died on the cross and was raised to life as an efficacious redemption

for the elect. Thus He secured the salvation of His church, for which He

laid down His life. And at the point of each individual's conversion, the

Holy Spirit brings resurrecting grace, effectually calling him by His

power, with the result of repentance and faith.

8. Law


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The grace of God in the gospel does not set aside the law of God;

rather, it establishes it. To the one who believes, the law of God is

precious, and through faith the law is established. The law stands as God's

testimony of His own righteous character; as such, it cannot be altered by

anything other than God's express Word. Consequently, we receive the

entire Bible, Old and New Testaments, as fully containing the will of God

for us. To all who do not believe, the law of God condemns them in self-

righteousness.

9. Covenant

When God is pleased to bless the proclamation of His gospel, the result

will always be a visible collection of saints bound in covenant to Him.

They will be characterized through their assembly around the preached

Word, their faithful administration of baptism and the Lord's Supper, and

their orderly and disciplined government according to the Word of God.

10. Witness

As believers present the gospel to those who remain in rebellious

unbelief, there must be no halfway compromise with that unbelief. The

ground and precondition for all creaturely ventures is the Word of God,

which necessarily includes our teaching, apologetics, and evangelism. Every

thought is to be made captive to the Lord Christ, and every tongue is to

glorify the Father.

11. Eschatology

As the gospel of Christ is proclaimed throughout the world, the result

will be the gradual transformation and salvation of the world. Prior to


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Christ's return, the earth will be as full of the knowledge of the Lord as the

waters cover the sea, and the whole earth will be full of His glory.

D. Core Values

We honor God by seeking to bring glory and pleasure to Him through all

our life, our work, our thoughts, and our relationships.

We honor God’s Word as the complete, sufficient, and inherent Word

that speaks to all things pertaining to life and godliness in our personal

lives and the life of the wider community and society.

We honor the fear of the Lord as the beginning of His intention to

bestow wisdom, understanding and knowledge on those who diligently

enquire of Him by the Holy Spirit.

We honor the life of the community of God as we seek to provide

instruction through the relational model of discipleship between the

student and the teacher.

We honor the pursuit of Christ-centered excellence in our work of

preparing students spiritually, academically, relationally and

vocationally.

II. School Philosophy and Methodology

A. Philosophy of Education

Our philosophy of education is centered on three foundational precepts.

These three are currently being worked upon in terms of their application to

CCU by the Board of Governors.:


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1. The Covenant of God

2. The Paideia of God

3. Tutorial/Relational model that brings students into the fullness of

Sonship.

B. Methodology

Educational Approach

A variety of different approaches will be used for different elements of

the curriculum plan. Many of the classes will be conducted over a three week

period where the student’s will take no more than one or two classes at a time

so that subject concentration will be highly focused. Since many of our

faculty will be visiting rather than permanent, the classes will have three

component parts. The first part will be where students have one full week of

pre-lecture assignments that will be predominantly based on an independent

approach. The second part will be where the visiting professor will be in

class for lectures and the approach will be teacher directed. The third part is

the post lecture which is a mix of independent approach as students write

follow up papers, and facilitator led class discussions.

III. The Curriculum

A. Curriculum design

1. Classical core

The essence of a classical liberal arts program lies in the strength of

its core studies common to all students. It is here that each 1st and 2

nd

year student will fulfill their core study requirements. For both years,


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each semester has a class in the following core disciplines: Theology,

philosophy, history, literature, and the Trivium.

2. Major studies program

Upon becoming upper classman, students decide which major

studies program to choose from based on their calling to jurisdictions that

best fit these programs. As university grows we hope to add more specific

major studies programs. Major studies programs planned for the beginning

of the university would include:




Each student will take a minimum of 16 credits per semester. 12

credits must be taken from their respective college. An additional 4

elective credits can be taken from within the same college or from the

other colleges.

B. Texts

Each professor will select their own recommended texts to the

Academic Dean for approval. Given the nature of the classical approach, the

university strongly encourages professors not to use text books but rather

original source material and secondary sources that are derived from notable

academic backgrounds.

In most cases the classes will likely have an anthology of reading

assignments from numerous sources that represent a wide range of relevant

primary and secondary sources.


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IV. School Board

A. Organization and Operation of the Board of Governors

The Christ Church Kirkland elders will form the Board of Governors.

The board will be led by the Senior Pastor who will meet regularly with the

university President. This meeting will provide an impetus on the agenda for

the board meeting.

B. Major Responsibilities


university.







C. Board Calendar

The board will meet once a month, unless otherwise directed by the

Senior Pastor, or requested by the President.

D. Policy Making Procedures

The Senior Pastor from the eldership of Christ Church Kirkland will

lead the board. He will direct the agenda of the meeting and bring items to a

conclusion for decision or for more time to be research if necessary. The

board will consult the President who will attend the meetings, and the faculty


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who will assemble at the request of the board. All policy making decision

made by the board will be the responsibility of the President to carry out

unless otherwise directed by the board.

V. Financial Management

A. Compensation and Benefits

Will be decided upon by the board on an individual and confidential

basis.

B. Fundraising

Primarily the responsibility of the Business Development office and the

Board of Governors.

C. Fee Collection

Fees from students will be collected by the Business Office. If after two

attempts to collect fees from a student, the Dean of Students will meet with

the student privately to discuss the issue and communicate with parents. The

outcome of these meetings will be discussed with the President.

D. Capital Expenditure

Capital expenditure must be approved by the Board of Governors for

the purpose of accountability and to ensure that the funds are being used to

bring increase to the mission and vision of the university.

VI. Administration

A. Responsibilities of the President

To report to the Board of Governors and carry out the policy and

directives of the board.


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To advance the mission and vision statement of the university.

To oversee the university departments and ensure their growth and

development in accordance to the mission and vision statements of the

university.

To ensure the values of the university are inculcated into the message,

the academic content, the campus life and the spiritual life of the

university.

To oversee the overall day-to-day spiritual direction of the student body.

To oversee the academic content and quality and ensure that it aligns to

the vision and worldview statements, and the statement of faith of the

university.

B. Responsibilities of the Administrative Assistant

To assist with administrative details that will enable the President to

fulfill the responsibilities of his office.

C. Responsibilities of the Faculty

1. Curriculum design: To design their curriculum in a manner that reflects

the mission and vision statement of the university, and in accordance

with the educational philosophy of the university.

2. To always be in a process of personal development and training,

whether formally or informally. CCU may assist with more formal

ongoing training and development.

3. Impart with excellence: To impart to the students in such a way as to

reproduce mastery of the subject within the student.


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4. Discipleship: To disciple different members of the student body on a

formal and informal basis, by being willing to give correction, advice,

career/calling input, accountability, character training, etc.

5. Model character: The faculty will always model the values of the

university and uphold to the same community standards outlined in the

student handbook, where appropriate.

6. Homework policies: Homework should be graded and returned to the

students in a timely fashion. Grading should be seen as part of the

discipleship process where the student is being corrected in order to

bring change. Without regular and timely input from the faculty the

student will not know specifically the areas they need help in

improving and developing.

7. Communication skills: Faculty members are expected to communicate

concerns or grievances with those who give oversight in accordance

with the principles of Matthew 18. Gossip and undermining of other

staff, faculty, or board members is not appropriate. Appeals will be

considered when conducted in proper order, with humility, and

according to the principles of Matthew 18.

VII. The Staff

A. Staff Hiring

1. Procedure

Governing board reviews all written applications and narrows

applicants for interview.

References will be contacted by the administration.


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Governing board conducts interviews.

Request writing/teaching/work samples of necessary.

Senior administration conducts interviews

President confers with governing board for final decision

2. Church Attendance: Staff members must be committed and involved in

CCK or related churches.

3. Personal leave: Requests will be evaluated by the VP for Operations.

4. Evaluations/ Personnel File: Will be conducted annually by the VP for

Operations. Personnel files will be held confidentially in the office of

VP for Operations.

5. Emergency/Sick Leave Policy: Please consult with your immediate

oversight and ensure that the VP for Operations is also aware of the

situation.

B. Staff Meetings

Administrative staff will meet with the senior administrative team

weekly. All faculty will meet with the President weekly. A joint meeting will

be called at the direction of the President if necessary.

C. Staff Policies

1. Community standards: The staff will always model the values of the



2. Office hours: Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 4:30PM

3. Dress Code: Modest business casual


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4. Staff relationships and grievances: Faculty members are expected to

communicate concerns or grievances with those who give oversight in

accordance with the principles of Matthew 18. Gossip and undermining

of other staff, faculty, or board members is not appropriate. Appeals

will be considered when conducted in proper order, with humility, and


VIII. Staff Procedures

A. Keys: Issued by VP for Operations.

B. Parking: Upper parking lot. Please lock your car, the campus is not always

secure and the university or the church will not assume responsibility for

loss/damages.

C. Request for personal leave: Please see your immediate oversight and final

approval by VP for Operations.

D. Request for reimbursement: Reimbursement forms are held by the business

office.

E. Request for building use, outside of regular school activities: Please see VP

for Operations.

F. Request for building maintenance: Please see maintenance request form in

CCK office.

G. Fire drills/evacuation plans and postings: Drills will be carried out annually.

Evacuation plans and instructions are posted in every room.

H. Inclement weather – delayed opening/closings: The VP for Operations will

activate a staff phone tree before 7AM. Please check your email and

voicemail regularly from home before leaving.


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I. Library Use: Staff members will be given library card privileges and are not

expected to pay the annual library fee.

IX. Student discipline

A. Academic violation

If the faculty member is not satisfied that their attempts to address the

student’s lack of quality academic work, (missing assignments, late work,

poor quality work, class absence) the following procedure shall followed:

1. Meet with faculty member and academic dean. Student will be grounded

on campus until satisfactory work is complete. Parents will be notified.

2. Repeated violation: Meet with faculty member, academic dean and the

President. Student will be grounded on campus until satisfactory work is

complete. Parents will be notified.

3. Repeated violation: Student will be placed on academic probation.

B. Community standard violation

1. Depending on the nature of the violation, student will meet with Dean of

Students for adjustment or correction. Student will be grounded over

weekend.

2. Dean of Students will evaluate whether to escalate the meeting to include

the President, depending on the nature and frequency of the violation.

Any meeting with the President will automatically result in a follow up

call to the parents.

3. Repeated violation: Administration will discuss possible expulsion.


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11. Faculty Handbook

X. School Description

A. Mission Statement

The mission of Christ Church University is to build future generations

of cultural reformers with clear Kingdom purpose, to preserve, restore and

advance the legacy of truth, liberty and justice, through the mission of the

Church going into every jurisdiction of society, establishing a Kingdom

culture in their wake.

B. Vision Statement

1. To firmly establish each student in a biblical worldview that can be

applied to the study of any subject, discipline or jurisdiction.









3. To develop centers and fellowships for creative and strategic biblical

thinking in the areas of public policy development; scientific,

technological and medical research; media, the arts and communication;

education reform; business strategy and economic development.


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political, and business issues that use quantitative and qualitative

research, and analysis of different theories, but conclude with biblical

models and proposals for cultural solutions.

C. Statement of Faith

Taken from New St. Andrews and to be discussed by the Board of

Governors as an example.10

1. Preamble: Authority and Witness

The Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments are our only infallible

rule of faith and practice. The Lord Jesus Christ committed these inspired

Scriptures to His Church (1 Tim. 3). We therefore defer to the witness of

the historic Christian Church as a genuine but fallible authority,

subordinate to the Scriptures themselves, in discerning what the Scriptures

teach. Because they faithfully witness what is taught in the Word of God,

we receive the great creedal statements the Church has affirmed

throughout the ages: The Apostles Creed, the Nicene Creed, and the

Definition of Chalcedon . Moreover, we believe that the reformational

confessions of the 16th and 17th centuries (including the Westminster

Confession of Faith of 1646, the Heidelberg Catechism, the Belgic

Confession, and the Canons of Dort), of all historic statements, most fully

and accurately summarize the system of orthodox Christian doctrine

revealed in Scripture. Therefore, the specific headings below do not

10

New St. Andrews College Statement of Faith http://www.nsa.edu/mission/faith.html Accessed 6/25/07



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exhaust our doctrinal understanding, but rather identify those doctrines

that merit greater attention today.

2. The Triune Majesty

The Triune God is the one uncreated Creator of all things that exist;

between the Creator and His creation is a fundamental divide. This one

God is eternally existent in three Persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

His Majesty is omnipotent, omnipresent, and omniscient, and limited by

nothing other than His own nature and character. He is holy, righteous,

good, stern, loving, and full of mercy.

3. Revelation

The sixty-six books of the Old and New Testaments are the Word of

God, inerrant in all they affirm. The Word has divine authority in

everything it addresses, and it addresses everything. In no way should the

Scriptures be brought to the judgment seat of human reason; rather, we

must rationally and submissively study the Word granted to us.

4. Creation

In the beginning, God created the material universe from nothing in six

ordinary days. He spoke, and by the Word of His power, it was. Our

science on the nature and time of this event must be determined in full

submission to the Word of God.

5. Sin

Our first father Adam was our federal head and representative. He was

created innocent, but through his rebellion against the express Word of

God, plunged himself and his entire posterity, represented in him, into the


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hopelessness of death in sin. This sin is lawlessness, an attempt to live

apart from the Law and Word of God. Since that first great apostasy, no

descendant of Adam has escaped from the death of lawlessness apart from

efficacious grace.

6. The Incarnate Christ

The Lord Jesus Christ is, according to the flesh, a descendant of David,

and sits on David's throne. He is, at the same time, God enfleshed. He is one

individual with two natures, fully man and fully God. As a man, He is our

elder brother and High Priest before God, representing us to God the Father.

As God, He is the visible image of the invisible Father, representing God to

us.

7. Salvation

Because all sons of Adam are spiritually dead, they are consequently

incapable of saving themselves. But out of His sovereign mercy, God the

Father elected a countless number to eternal salvation, leaving the

remainder to their sinful desires. When the time was right, the Lord Jesus

Christ died on the cross and was raised to life as an efficacious redemption

for the elect. Thus He secured the salvation of His church, for which He

laid down His life. And at the point of each individual's conversion, the

Holy Spirit brings resurrecting grace, effectually calling him by His

power, with the result of repentance and faith.

8. Law

The grace of God in the gospel does not set aside the law of God;

rather, it establishes it. To the one who believes, the law of God is


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precious, and through faith the law is established. The law stands as God's

testimony of His own righteous character; as such, it cannot be altered by

anything other than God's express Word. Consequently, we receive the

entire Bible, Old and New Testaments, as fully containing the will of God

for us. To all who do not believe, the law of God condemns them in self-

righteousness.

9. Covenant

When God is pleased to bless the proclamation of His gospel, the result

will always be a visible collection of saints bound in covenant to Him.

They will be characterized through their assembly around the preached

Word, their faithful administration of baptism and the Lord's Supper, and

their orderly and disciplined government according to the Word of God.

10. Witness

As believers present the gospel to those who remain in rebellious

unbelief, there must be no halfway compromise with that unbelief. The

ground and precondition for all creaturely ventures is the Word of God,

which necessarily includes our teaching, apologetics, and evangelism. Every

thought is to be made captive to the Lord Christ, and every tongue is to

glorify the Father.

11. Eschatology

As the gospel of Christ is proclaimed throughout the world, the result

will be the gradual transformation and salvation of the world. Prior to

Christ's return, the earth will be as full of the knowledge of the Lord as the

waters cover the sea, and the whole earth will be full of His glory.


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D. Core Values

We honor God by seeking to bring glory and pleasure to Him through all

our life, our work, our thoughts, and our relationships.

We honor God’s Word as the complete, sufficient, and inherent Word

that speaks to all things pertaining to life and godliness in our personal

lives and the life of the wider community and society.

We honor the fear of the Lord as the beginning of His intention to

bestow wisdom, understanding and knowledge on those who diligently

enquire of Him by the Holy Spirit.

We honor the life of the community of God as we seek to provide

instruction through the relational model of discipleship between the

student and the teacher.

We honor the pursuit of Christ-centered excellence in our work of

preparing students spiritually, academically, relationally and

vocationally.

XI. School Philosophy and Methodology

A. Philosophy of Education

Our philosophy of education is centered on three foundational precepts.

These three are currently being worked upon in terms of their application to

CCU by the Board of Governors:

1. The Covenant of God

2. The Paideia of God

3. Tutorial/Relational model that brings students into the fullness of

Sonship.


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B. Methodology

Educational Approach:

A variety of different approaches will be used for different elements of

the curriculum plan. Many of the classes will be conducted over a three week

period where the student’s will take no more than one or two classes at a time

so that subject concentration will be highly focused. Since many of our

faculty will be visiting rather than permanent, the classes will have three

component parts. The first part will be where students have one full week of

pre-lecture assignments that will be predominantly based on an independent

approach. The second part will be where the visiting professor will be in

class for lectures and the approach will be teacher directed. The third part is

the post lecture which is a mix of independent approach as students write

follow up papers, and facilitator led class discussions.

XII. The Curriculum

A. Curriculum design

1. Classical core

The essence of a classical liberal arts program lies in the strength of

its core studies common to all students. It is here that each 1st and 2

nd

year student will fulfill their core study requirements. For both years,

each semester has a class in the following core disciplines: Theology,

philosophy, history, literature, and the Trivium.

2. Major studies program

Upon becoming upper classman, students decide which major

studies program to choose from based on their calling to jurisdictions that


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best fit these programs. As university grows we hope to add more specific

major studies programs. Major studies programs planned for the beginning

of the university would include:




Each student will take a minimum of 16 credits per semester. 12

credits must be taken from their respective college. An additional 4

elective credits can be taken from within the same college or from the

other colleges.

B. Texts

Each professor will select their own recommended texts to the

Academic Dean for approval. Given the nature of the classical approach, the

university strongly encourages professors not to use text books but rather

original source material and secondary sources that are derived from notable

academic backgrounds. In most cases the classes will likely have an

anthology of reading assignments from numerous sources that represent a

wide range of relevant primary and secondary sources.

XIII. Administration

A. Responsibilities of the President

To report to the Board of Governors and carry out the policy and

directives of the board.

To advance the mission and vision statement of the university.


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To oversee the university departments and ensure their growth and

development in accordance to the mission and vision statements of the

university.

To ensure the values of the university are inculcated into the message,

the academic content, the campus life and the spiritual life of the

university.

To oversee the overall day-to-day spiritual direction of the student body.

To oversee the academic content and quality and ensure that it aligns to

the vision and worldview statements, and the statement of faith of the

university.

B. Responsibilities of the Administrative Assistant

To assist with administrative details that will enable the President to

fulfill the responsibilities of his office.

C. Responsibilities of the Faculty

1. Curriculum design: To design their curriculum in a manner that reflects

the mission and vision statement of the university, and in accordance

with the educational philosophy of the university.

2. To always be in a process of personal development and training,

whether formally or informally. CCU may assist with more formal

ongoing training and development.

3. Impart with excellence: To impart to the students in such a way as to

reproduce mastery of the subject within the student.


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4. Discipleship: To disciple different members of the student body on a

formal and informal basis, by being willing to give correction, advice,

career/calling input, accountability, character training, etc.

5. Model character: The faculty will always model the values of the



6. Homework policies: Homework should be graded and returned to the

students in a timely fashion. Grading should be seen as part of the

discipleship process where the student is being corrected in order to

bring change. Without regular and timely input from the faculty the

student will not know specifically the areas they need help in

improving and developing.

7. Communication skills: Faculty members are expected to communicate

concerns or grievances with those who give oversight in accordance

with the principles of Matthew 18. Gossip and undermining of other

staff, faculty, or board members is not appropriate. Appeals will be

considered when conducted in proper order, with humility, and


XIV. The Staff

A. Staff Hiring

1. Procedure

Governing board reviews all written applications and narrows

applicants for interview.

References will be contacted by the administration.


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Governing board conducts interviews.

Request writing/teaching/work samples of necessary.

Senior administration conducts interviews

President confers with governing board for final decision

2. Church Attendance: Staff members must be committed and involved in

CCK or related churches.

3. Personal leave: Requests will be evaluated by the VP for Operations.

4. Evaluations/ Personnel File: Will be conducted annually by the VP for

Operations. Personnel files will be held confidentially in the office of

VP for Operations.

5. Emergency/Sick Leave Policy: Please consult with your immediate

oversight and ensure that the VP for Operations is also aware of the

situation.

B. Staff Meetings

Administrative staff will meet with the senior administrative team

weekly. All faculty will meet with the President weekly. A joint meeting will

be called at the direction of the President if necessary.

C. Staff Policies

1. Community standards: The staff will always model the values of the



2. Office hours: Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 4:30PM.

3. Dress Code: Modest business casual.


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4. Staff relationships and grievances: Faculty members are expected to

communicate concerns or grievances with those who give oversight in

accordance with the principles of Matthew 18. Gossip and undermining

of other staff, faculty, or board members is not appropriate. Appeals

will be considered when conducted in proper order, with humility, and


XV. Staff Procedures

A. Keys: Issued by VP for Operations.

B. Parking: Upper parking lot. Please lock your car, the campus is not always

secure and the university or the church will not assume responsibility for

loss/damages.

C. Request for personal leave: Please see your immediate oversight and final

approval by VP for Operations.

D. Request for reimbursement: Reimbursement forms are held by the business

office.

E. Request for building use, outside of regular school activities: Please see VP

for Operations.

F. Request for building maintenance: Please see maintenance request form in

CCK office.

G. Fire drills/evacuation plans and postings: Drills will be carried out annually.

Evacuation plans and instructions are posted in every room.

H. Inclement weather – delayed opening/closings: The VP for Operations will

activate a staff phone tree before 7AM. Please check your email and

voicemail regularly from home before leaving.


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I. Library Use: Staff members will be given library card privileges and are not

expected to pay the annual library fee.

XVI. The School Calendar

Schedule:

Length of school year and calendar: Two semesters 16 weeks each from

late August to mid December, and early January to mid May.

Length of school day: 4 hours of classes from Monday to Friday.

Length of class period: 55 minutes.

XVII. Student discipline

A. Academic violation

If the faculty member is not satisfied that their attempts to address the

student’s lack of quality academic work, (missing assignments, late work,

poor quality work, class absence) the following procedure shall followed:

1. Meet with faculty member and academic dean. Student will be grounded

on campus until satisfactory work is complete. Parents will be notified.

2. Repeated violation: Meet with faculty member, academic dean and the

President. Student will be grounded on campus until satisfactory work is

complete. Parents will be notified.

3. Repeated violation: Student will be placed on academic probation.

B. Community standard violation

1. Depending on the nature of the violation, student will meet with Dean of

Students for adjustment or correction. Student will be grounded over

weekend.


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2. Dean of Students will evaluate whether to escalate the meeting to include

the President, depending on the nature and frequency of the violation. Any

meeting with the President will automatically result in a follow up call to

the parents.

3. Repeated violation: Administration will discuss possible expulsion.


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12. Ancillary Programs

Our goal is to provide additional activities that will give students more

opportunity to take initiative in the development of their particular ministry gifts and

callings. The following is an initial list of ancillary programs we would like to start in

the first two years of operation.

The ancillary programs offer another means to fulfill the mission of the school in

giving the students more practical hands-on experiences in applying truth in a

relevant way to work, art, culture, and the society as a whole.

Local ministry trips to churches: Worship, dance, speaking, prayer team.

Once per semester.

Campus outreaches: “Treasure hunts” and dance presentations. Twice per

semester.

Future Business Leaders of America: Competing in speech making,

business ethics. Meets weekly.

Statesmanship Society: Serves regional chapter of Churchill Society by

facilitating events. Monthly

Music: Worship band for chapel and ministry teams. Weekly.

International missions trip: Ministry team in Africa. Annual.

Summer history tour: History of Western Civilization: Tour through the

ancient world of Israel, Greece, Renaissance Italy, German reformation,

and England. (Between Junior and Senior year)

Athletics: Basketball program. Track and field. Annual.


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Outdoorsman: Mountain hiking, mountain biking, camping, fishing,

hunting. All year round.

Golf league.

Culinary arts. Weekly.

Prophetic painting. Weekly.


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