Hickory Valley Christian School

Education Category: Tennessee Education

🌟 Key Highlights: Hickory Valley Christian School

 

Hickory Valley Christian School (HVCS) is a private, co-educational Christian school in Chattanooga, Tennessee. It is committed to providing an excellent Christ-centered education that integrates high academic standards, spiritual formation, and the development of students who will be salt and light in their generation, impacting the world for Christ.

🏫 Overview

 

  • Type: Private / Independent Interdenominational Christian School

  • Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee (East Brainerd/Hamilton County)

  • Grades Served: Preschool (PK) – 8th Grade (Historically served through 8th grade)

  • Enrollment: Approximately 170–200 students

  • Core Mission: To assist Christian parents in the complete education of their children by offering a Christ-centered, academically excellent environment that fosters intellectual discipline, strong character, and spiritual commitment.

  • Affiliation: Independent Christian school; often affiliated with the Tennessee Association of Christian Schools (TACS) or ACSI.

  • Accreditation: Fully accredited by Cognia (formerly AdvancED/SACS) and often by the Tennessee Association of Christian Schools (TACS).

  • Focus: Comprehensive PK–8 education emphasizing the integration of faith and academics to build a strong foundation for future success.

✅ What Makes the School Unique?

 

HVCS is distinguished by its strong spiritual focus, academic excellence, and cohesive K-8 program:

  • Christ-Centered Worldview: A Biblical worldview is integrated into all academic subjects. Students participate in daily Bible classes and weekly Chapel services, providing consistent spiritual instruction and discipleship.

  • Academic Excellence: The curriculum is structured and rigorous, focusing on developing mastery in core subjects (Math, Science, History, Language Arts) to ensure students are highly prepared for entry into the area’s competitive private and public high schools.

  • Middle School Departmentalization: Grades 6–8 feature a departmentalized program, allowing students to benefit from specialized subject instruction in preparation for high school.

  • Focus on the Whole Child: The school emphasizes academic, spiritual, social, and emotional growth, providing opportunities for development in Fine Arts (Music, Art) and Physical Education/Athletics.

  • Dual Accreditation: Holds accreditation from a major regional academic body (Cognia/SACS) and a recognized Christian association, validating its adherence to high standards in both academic quality and institutional integrity.

  • Small Class Sizes: Maintains a highly favorable student-to-teacher ratio (around 12:1 to 15:1), which allows for personalized attention and a nurturing, supportive learning environment.

📞 Contact Information

 

Detail Information
Address 6605 East Brainerd Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421
School Office Phone (423) 892-0402
Website hvcs.org

Recess Policies

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  1. How are recess and/or free break periods structured? Timing?

 

 

Technology / Device Use

  1. Are cell phones or other personal devices restricted during the school day? What is the policy?

 

 

  1. What are the consequences for violating technology policies?

 

 

  1. Are there any other technology policies? For example, are there technology controls inside and/or outside of school (e.g., web monitoring, filters, etc.)?

 

Behavior

  1. What are the school's behavior policies?

 

 

  1. Does the school have a behavior/discipline matrix that lists the behaviors and the appropriate consequences? Could you please include your school’s behavior/discipline matrix?

A school can have discipline/behavior policies, but these policies can be broad. It can be difficult to understand the actual consequences and what actually occurs at school. This section displays the concrete consequences that occur for various behaviors based on teacher feedback. If you are/were a teacher, please email me (Mark Yager) at myager890@gmail.com to give your input. You will remain anonymous when you provide your input.

 

Explanation of discipline at the school (Summarized based on teachers' input):

 

Type of Behavior Typical Consequence / School Response
Tardiness / Late to Class  
Dress Code Violation  
Failure to Follow Directions / Classroom Rules  
Disruption in Class (talking out, off-task behavior, etc.)  
Incomplete Homework or Repeated Lack of Effort  
Possession or Misuse of Cell Phone / Electronic Device  
Disrespect to Teacher / Staff  
Use of Inappropriate or Profane Language  
Dishonesty / Cheating / Academic Misconduct  
Minor Property Misuse or Damage  
Bullying / Teasing / Harassment (Verbal or Online)  
Defiance / Refusal to Comply with Staff Directives  
Leaving Class or Campus Without Permission  
Physical Aggression / Fighting  
Vandalism or Major Property Damage  
Possession of Tobacco or Vaping Device  
Possession or Use of Alcohol / Drugs  
Threatening Behavior or Intimidation  
Possession of a Weapon or Dangerous Object  
Other Behavior:  
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Hickory Valley Christian School in Chattanooga TN

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