Crossroads Financial Policy
Policy
- In order to impartially and objectively manage student and organizational accounts, Crossroads Christian School (“CCS ”) has a Financial Policy.
- The tuition payment and student account policy is to be applied to all active and inactive accounts receivable.
- The payment and receipt options policy is to be applied to all active and inactive account receivable, as well as any fundraising event cash receipts, donation receipts, or any miscellaneous receipts.
- The fundraising event cash accounting policy is to be applied to all fundraising events sponsored by CCS , or any organization on behalf of CCS , where the primary fundraising is cash at the time of the event (e.g. Pancake brunch, Garage or Rummage Sale, Gala, Free will offerings, etc). The events noted are examples, and do not constitute a finite list.
- CCS reserves the right to refuse academic continuation at the first month's tuition delinquency or if no prior arrangement has been made. Report cards and other official documents are withheld until the account has been paid in full. School policy prohibits the release of official school documents (i.e. transcripts and report cards) until all accounts are resolved.
Tuition Payment and Student Account
- The educational programs offered at Crossroads Christian School (“CCS ”) are funded on a strict operating budget. For the school to maintain fiscal stability, it is important that each family responsibly remit tuition payments on a timely basis.
- At the time of registration, CCS and the student family can review tuition plans, including grants, discounts, and other tuition support. Also included are fees associated with the various programs in which a student may participate.
- After review of the tuition plan, CCS and the student family agree upon total cost to the student family, and payment plan options are provided. All registration fees, first months’ tuition and a finalized FACTS payment plan are required before your student is considered enrolled at CCS. I understand that all fees and tuition payments are non-refundable. Any violation of this agreement and the Verification of Enrollment Form for the student will be reported and submitted to the State of Texas as not currently enrolled.
Policy Regarding Payment of Student Accounts:
In order for the school to pay its expenses, it is important that the payments agreed upon in this contract be made as scheduled. If something happens in your life that interferes with your ability to make payments (loss of job, major illness, etc.), please contact the school immediately as we can work with you to accommodate your needs. I understand that all fees and tuition payments are non-refundable.
The following is the school policy that has been established for unresolved late payment issues.
Late Payment Policy
Notification will be provided to the family, as applicable when the payment is more than thirty (30) days in arrears. If this payment becomes more than sixty (60) days in arrears a financial person from the school will contact the family to work out a plan to become current.
The family will be put into provisional status and must make the agreed upon payments going forward. If at any time in the next sixty (60) days the payments are not made as agreed, the students of the family will be removed from the school roster and, additionally, report cards and other official documents withheld until the account has been paid in full. School policy prohibits the release of official school documents (i.e. transcripts and report cards) until all accounts are resolved.
Payments and Receipts
CCS accepts the following payment types:
- Cash. For any payment by cash, a receipt will be immediately available and provided by request.
- Check. For any payment by check, a receipt will be available by request. Typically, a cancelled check will constitute a receipt.
- Returned checks will result in a $35.00 charge.
- After two returned checks, payment must be made by cash or credit card.
- Credit Card. CCS accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover ($50.00 minimum to charge). A credit card receipt will be available by request.
Fundraising event cash accounting
- At any fundraising events sponsored by CCS , or any organization on behalf of CCS, where the primary fundraising is cash at the time of the event, the following actions must be followed:
- There must always be at least two acting cashiers at all times;
- At the beginning of the event, in a secure area such as the school office:
- At least two acting cashiers count and document the opening bank;
- Cashiers ensure security of opening bank, placing such in secure register or cash till; and
- Cashiers validate the availability of receipts for donors who request such.
- At the end of the event:
- At least two acting cashiers must immediately secure the register or cash till, and retire to a secure area such as the school office;
- Acting cashiers count and document the ending bank;
- If event was outside of normal banking hours, the ending bank must be secured in the school office. If within normal banking hours, a deposit should be immediately created and delivered to the bank.
Delinquent Accounts
- When the student account is delinquent, the student family will receive notice.
- If familial financial position has changed, CCS will make every effort to provide additional tuition support, but student family agrees additional support is not guaranteed.
- If student family does not respond, outstanding balances must be paid for the student(s) to continue in school. CCS reserves the right to refuse academic continuation at the first month's tuition delinquency or if no prior arrangement has been made. Report cards and other official documents are withheld until the account has been paid in full. School policy prohibits the release of official school documents (i.e. transcripts and report cards) until all accounts are resolved. Any violation of this agreement and the Verification of Enrollment Form for the student will be reported and submitted to the State of Texas as not currently enrolled.
Tuition & Fees
2018-2019
Annual Tuition Schedule showing sibling discount
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Grade |
1st (oldest) child |
2nd child 5% |
3rd + child 10% |
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Grades 1st-6th (4 day program) |
$4,000.00 |
$3,800.00 |
$3,600.00 |
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Grades 7th-12th (2/day program) |
$3,500.00 |
$3,325.00 |
$3,150.00 |
$4,000.00 Grades 1st-6th
10 month: $400.00 Aug-May
11 month: $364.00 Aug-Jun
12 month: $334.00 Aug-July
$3,500.00 Grades 7th-12th
10 month: $350.00 Aug-May
11 month: $319.00 Aug-Jun
12 month: $292.00 Aug-July
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Application Fee |
$100.00 non-refundable due with Application |
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Registration Fee |
$500.00 (non-refundable & due at time of registration) *registration fees increase to $525.00 after June 1st |
Registration Fee: A $500 non-refundable registration fee per child is required and due in full by June 1st ($525 after June 1st).
Space is limited; this fee secures your child a spot at CCSI and includes the curriculum, technology fee, FACTS, Renweb, supplemental curriculums and required school supplies.
Payment options are via bank draft only: https://online.factsmgt.com/signin/4JVLS
A signed FACTS Tuition Management Agreement form is required to enroll at CCSI.
- 10-month FACTS plan: Ten monthly payments beginning August 1.
- 11-month FACTS plan: Eleven monthly payments beginning August 1.
- 12-month FACTS plan: Twelve monthly payments beginning August 1.
*Tuition is due on the 1st of each month or on the 1st and 15th if you choose the split month payment plan. Delinquent accounts have a $35 late fee assessed. Please see below for payment options. I understand that all fees and tuition payments are non-refundable.
Any unpaid balance will result in termination of enrollment, and/or delay completion of course requirements. School policy prohibits the release of official school documents (i.e. transcripts and report cards) until all accounts are resolved.
Please use the following link to secure your students spot: FACTS Payment Plans
Distance Learning
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The Alliance Program
The Alliance Program offers over 460+ years of combined teaching experience, with on-line instruction and complete record keeping from an accredited body that will serve your student and family throughout the college and career preparatory years. At our very core, we believe in teaching the mind and training the heart. Our classrooms fully and actively engage your student as they have individualized tutoring and one-on-one learner support. Kids aren’t a number and they don’t get lost in the classroom. Our roles as mentors and educators offer a level of individualized care that no other school can provide as we foster individual achievement through flexible, personalized learning.
Student Tuition Financing
Student Tuition Financing for (all or part of) your tuition needs is available through Prosperity Bank (click here for application). Please complete and return the forms in person or by fax or email to:
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$2,000.00 |
(11.50% interest rate) |
6 months @ $345 |
12 months @ $177 |
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$3,000.00 |
(11.50% interest rate) |
6 months @ $517 |
12 months @ $266 |
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$4,000.00 |
(11.50% interest rate) |
6 months @ $689 |
12 months @ $354 |
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$5,000.00 |
(10.50% interest rate) |
6 months @ $859 |
12 months @ $441 |
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$5,500.00 |
(10.50% interest rate) |
6 months @ $945 |
12 months @ $485 |
(estimated payments)
Spring Tuition and Fees
Enrollment fee is $300. Application fee is $100. Tuition is $350/month (grades 7-12) and $400/month (grades 1-6) for the semester. Spring tuition is not prorated and no discounts apply.
Please Note: tuition and fees are subject to change. In addition to tuition and fees, other charges may be assessed on your account. CCS financial policies apply to the Spring semester.
Any unpaid balance will result in termination of enrollment, and/or delay completion of course requirements. School policy prohibits the release of official school documents (i.e. transcripts and report cards) until all accounts are resolved.
Student Withdrawal
Tuition is on a 10, 11 or 12 month term (depending on your payment plan) and starts every August 1st. Notice of withdrawal must be given before the following month begins in order to receive a refund for that month. Example: If you choose to withdraw in December and notify us after the 1st of that month, you are legally responsible for all tuition due in December, and will be withdrawn in January.
CCS is a THSC Partner Home School Group
The Texas Home School Coalition provides a wealth of information for the homeschool community and more info can be found on their website at www.thsc.org.
Home School Terminology
THSC definition of a home schooled student:
A home schooled student predominantly receives instruction in a general, elementary or secondary education program that is provided by the parent—or a person standing in parental authority—in or through the child’s home [Texas Education Code 29.916 (a)].
The parent or person standing in parental authority might contract with outside sources in order that the student receives additional instruction. For example, a private tutor, co-op class or a college class. However, this source or these sources do not circumvent the parent’s role in determining the overall success or failure of the student.
Home school group:
All home school groups on our list seek to serve families who meet the definition of home schooling. This means their children participate in the group, but the group will not attempt to become an authority over the student’s education, per the definition of home schooling. THSC Partner Groups meet criteria as defined on THSC Types of Groups.
Private school:
Private school is a broad category of describing any non-public school. This includes traditional accredited private schools that require daily attendance and tuition, unaccredited private schools which are similar but not subject to the same accreditation requirements, home schools which are a type of private school but not regulated the same way as other types of private school, and other options that are a hybrid of these different types. For example, in a university model school, a student might attend the school 2-3 days per week and then be schooled at home for the rest of the week.