These are common questions that prospective students want to know. Check out our list of answers to some of the most common questions we hear related to Student Life at TVCS.
How long is the school day?
School is from 8:15 am - 3:05 pm (K-5) and 8:15 am - 3:15 pm (6-12)
How early can I arrive for school?
For grades K-12 prior to 8:00 am, all students are housed in the Commons inside the main entrance.
Does the school have periods or blocks?
We use eight 45-minute periods a day in grades 6-12. For the high school, there is a rotating elective period, which alternates on a daily/weekly basis. In middle school, there are also daily rotations during a specific period of the day, allowing for increased elective and non-core class opportunities.
Does the school provide lunch and can I pack my lunch?
TVCS provides a healthy hot lunch program to all grades. Hot lunches can be ordered online on a weekly basis. Students may also pack their lunch and microwaves are available to those students in the lunch room. The current lunch menu can be viewed here.
Do I get my own locker?
Yes, each student is assigned their own, full-sized locker. When developmentally appropriate, there are built-in combination locks on the provided lockers. Students will receive their locker assignment and combination from their first-period teacher when they begin school.
Can I bring my cell phone and/or other electronics?
Yes, cell phones and other electronic devices are permitted in school. Secondary students may use them at designated times throughout the day. During class, they are placed in a pocket on the wall of the classroom and can only be used for educational purposes on infrequent occasions at the direction of the teacher.
All electronic devices that require an internet connection must use the filtered wireless internet provided by the school; this means they may not use unfiltered internet access via a data plan. For more information related to our cell phone policy, you can read the policy in the Parent/Student Handbook.
What do I wear?
Teays Valley Christian School has a campus wear program. Students are required to wear campus wear purchased through School Closet or Roy Kuhl Sports. More information can be found in the Parent/Student Handbook. Campus wear projects an atmosphere of solidarity, loyalty, and equality among the student population.
Can I drive to school? Do students require parking permits? Is there a bus service?
We do not currently offer pickup or drop-off bus services. Students can drive to school and do not have to have or pay for any additional parking permits.
Can I stay after school?
Yes. Grades K-5 must go to the Camp Appalachia Extended Care Program housed at the Teays Valley Child Development Center (separate charge with prearranged classroom pickup through Camp Appalachia), which is located in the church building across the parking lot from the school. Grades 6-12 must be picked up by 3:30 pm.
For more information on Camp Appalachia Extended Care, please contact or visit www.campappalachia.org.
Does the school offer athletics programs?
Yes. In addition to curricular physical education, we offer many competitive middle school and high school athletic teams. For more information, check out our Athletics page.
Do you have a National Honor Society chapter?
Yes. Students are eligible for application and approval during their 10th grade school year.
Will my credits be accepted if I transfer and when I graduate?
Yes. All completed credits and coursework is recognized and transferable to ALL public and Christian schools, both state-wide and nationally. All completed credits and coursework is recognized by ALL public and Christian colleges and universities, state-wide and nationally.
Can I earn college credit while attending TVCS?
Yes. We offer several classes as a dual credit option – earn college AND high school credit simultaneously – through West Virginia State University, which is then transferable to any collegiate pursuit. We also encourage students, seniors especially, to take college courses online as their schedule permits.
Will I be prepared for college and challenged academically?
Yes. Historically, over 90% of our graduates have gone on to college. Our complete academic program is geared towards rigorous preparation for the collegiate level.
Do you have computer labs and available printers?
We have one designated computer lab with 33 student stations. The lab also has black/white and color printing services.
What are the device requirements for students?
Each elementary student (K-5) is required to have or rent an iPad for use in the classroom, and students in grades 6-12 are required to purchase or rent a Chromebook or laptop that is capable of running the Google Suite of applications.
All electronic devices that require an internet connection must use the filtered wireless internet provided by the school; this means they may not use unfiltered internet access via a data plan. For more information related to our cell phone policy, you can read the policy in the Parent/Student Handbook.