Guam Adventist Academy welcomes students without regard to religious persuasion, race or gender. Students seeking a Christ-centered education that nurtures the development of the whole person will appreciate our philosophy and school environment.

ENTRANCE AGES

• A child entering the K3 program must be potty trained and evaluated by the teacher.
• The recommended age for a child entering the K5 program is five years of age by September 15 for the current school year.
• The recommended age for a first grade student is six years of age by September 15 of the current school year.

A child’s behavioral/developmental age, not age in years or IQ, is the more effective criteria of determining school placement. Before registration, kindergarten applicants will be tested for readiness through observation and a testing program. First grade applicants will also be tested for readiness.

ADMISSION CHECKLIST

A student who presents him/herself for admission must willingly agree to abide by the principles set forth in the GAA Handbook.
Parents or responsible party of student should follow the procedure outlined below:

• Current application submitted with $25.00 fee per child
• Received/on File _birth certificate and/or most recent _passport _VISA.
• Current medical exam form on file, Physical examinations are required for all new students and returning students entering grades K3,K4, K5, 1, 4, 7, and 9. Students who choose to participate in the sports program must obtain a medical sport clearance.
• Immunization records on file with up-to-date immunizations. New student has current PPD. returning student immunization is on file the student only needs a current PPD.
• Proof submitted for student’s minimum GPA of 2.0. If no proof of at least 2.0 GPA, then the status of the student will be probationary. _ New students must provide/demonstrate authorization for release of records from previous school. A student may be required to complete a no fee placement tests. Student may be admitted on scholastic probation only with permission from the principal and board approval. No student on probation will be eligible to hold a class or student office nor attend field trips/ off campus activities.
• Handbook Acknowledgement certificate signed by student and primary parent/responsible party.
• Financial contract signed and received by accountant.
• Computer usage agreement signed and on file.
• New student and parents/responsible party must visit with principal. Stop here if your child is in grades K-6. This section applies only to 7-12th graders
• Student has meet with advisor to discuss and schedule classes for the school year (Come to office to complete this step)
• All new students in grades 7-12 must submit a one page essay about him/herself (see Essay Guidelines Form)
• Seniors driving their own vehicle to and from school must submit copy of of their driver’s license, registration and insurance coverage with parental consent signed and submitted. Consent by parents who agree to allow their child as a passenger.

Admissions: “International Education”
ADMISSION TO ESL ~ ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE AT GAA

ESL students will complete the ADMISSION CHECK LIST found on page 6. Other considerations unique for ESL students will be discussed during the visit with the Principal. The Principal will assist ESL students to obtain or understand the necessary documents needed.

There is an additional fee for ESL students as they have a special class daily.

Admissions/”Registration” -- REGISTRATION FEES

Pre-registration for the next school year is expected at the end of the current school year. Early registration helps GAA to anticipate staffing needs and to place adequate book orders. The actual class schedule for 7th to 12th graders will not be available until about 2 weeks before school starts. Students in junior high and high school may come in any time the week before school starts to sign up for classes. If a student has paid registration fees and the first month’s tuition s/he may complete registration by phone or email.

GAA ENCOURAGES ALL FAMILIES TO HAVE A 12 MONTH LEVEL BILLING PLAN. Please, refer to FINANCIAL SERVICES and/or discuss any questions with GAA Accountant, Ms Dori.