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2 | LGBTQ+ status | Aurora Christian Schools | Aurora IL | Lifestyle Agreement for Non-Instructional Staff | https://www.aurorachristian.org/editoruploads/files/Applications/Non-Instructional%20Application%202017.pdf | Sexual Conduct I agree that the Scripture dictates standards of sexual behavior. I promise that I will not, during my term of employment, engage in inappropriate sexual conduct. Inappropriate conduct includes, but is not limited to, such behaviors as the following: heterosexual activity outside of marriage (e.g., premarital sex, cohabitation, extramarital sex), homosexual or lesbian sexual activity, sexual harassment, use or viewing of pornographic material or websites, or sexual abuse or improprieties toward minors as defined by Scripture and federal or state law. Scriptural references: Rm 1:24-32, Rm 12:1-2, 1 Co 6:9-20, Eph 4:1-11, 1 Th 4:3-8, 1 Ti 4:12, 2 Ti 2:19-22, 1 Pe 1:15-16, 1 Jn 3:1-3 | ||||||||||||||||
3 | LGBTQ+ status | Aurora Christian Schools | Aurora IL | Statement of Faith | https://www.aurorachristian.org/about/statementoffaith.cfm | We believe that any form of sexual immorality (including but not limited to adultery, fornication, homosexual behavior, bisexual conduct, bestiality, incest, and use of pornography) is sinful and offensive to God. | ||||||||||||||||
4 | LGBTQ+ status | Aurora Christian Schools | Aurora IL | MS/HS Parent/Student Handbook | https://www.aurorachristian.org/editoruploads/files/Handbooks%20%26%20Policies/ACS%20Combined%20Parent_Student%20Handbook%20and%20MS_HS%20Addendum%2022-23.pdf | The biblical and philosophical goal of Aurora Christian Schools is to develop students into mature, Christlike individuals who will be able to exhibit a Christlike life. Of necessity, this involves the school’s understanding and belief of what qualities or characteristics exemplify a Christlike life. Even though parents may personally believe differently, while enrolled at Aurora Christian Schools, all employees and students are expected to exhibit the qualities of a Christlike life espoused and taught by the school and to refrain from certain activities or behavior. Thus, Aurora Christian Schools retains the right to terminate any employee or refuse enrollment to or expel any student who engages in sexual immorality (including adultery, fornication, homosexual behavior, bisexual conduct, bestiality, incest, and use of pornography) or who identifies as homosexual/bisexual/transgender or is a practicing homosexual/bisexual/transgender (Ge 1-2, Lev 20:10-16; Mt 15:18-20; Ro 1:26-27; I Co 6:9-10). | ||||||||||||||||
5 | LGBTQ+ status | Aurora Christian Schools | Aurora IL | MS/HS Parent/Student Handbook | https://www.aurorachristian.org/editoruploads/files/Handbooks%20%26%20Policies/ACS%20Combined%20Parent_Student%20Handbook%20and%20MS_HS%20Addendum%2022-23.pdf | Same-gender dates will not be permitted to attend ACS special events. | ||||||||||||||||
6 | LGBTQ+ status | Benet Academy | LIsle IL [Joliet Diocese] | Guidebook | https://docs.google.com/document/d/1das617NejlTx523j7Y23L_nNdrHMQsmGsJX9m8zAYkE/edit | Maintaining mission integrity includes promoting the Catholic view of human sexuality and the human body. In this view, sexual acts belong in marriage, which is seen as a life- long indissoluble union of a man and a woman, and, thus, students are taught to abstain from sexual acts before marriage and to cultivate the virtue of chastity. Also, the human body, as created male or female by God (Gen 1:27), is seen to be part of one’s personal identity, and is to be respected as such. As Pope Francis teaches, “the young need to be helped to accept their own body as it was created, for ‘thinking that we enjoy absolute power over our own bodies turns, often subtly, into thinking that we enjoy absolute power over creation’” (Amoris Laetitia, no. 285, also Laudato Si’, no. 155). Furthermore, the appreciation of one’s own body as male or female allows true self-understanding and facilitates one’s ability to form mutually enriching relationships with others (see Amoris Laetitia, no. 285). | ||||||||||||||||
7 | LGBTQ+ status | Berean Baptist Christian School | Rockford IL | Parent/Student Handbook | https://drive.google.com/file/d/12o1bDvSj-kt3HhYx6aEgtqcdVGuKeT0d/view?usp=sharing | MORALITY: I/We believe that biblical marriage as sanctioned by God joins one man and one woman in a single, exclusive union, as stated in Scripture (Gen. 2:18-25). We believe that God intends sexual intimacy to be limited to a man and a woman who are married to each other (I Cor. 6:18; 7:2-5; Heb. 13:4). Forms of immorality including but not limited to: adultery, fornication, homosexual behavior, bisexual conduct, bestiality, incest, and use of pornography are considered sinful as stated in Scripture and offensive to God (Matt. 15:18-20). We believe that in order to preserve the integrity of the church as the local Body of Christ, and all the ministries of the church, and to provide a biblical role model to the church members and community, it is imperative that all persons employed by the church/school in any capacity, or who serve as volunteers, or students attending BBCS, abide by and agree to this statement of faith on marriage, gender, and sexuality and conduct themselves accordingly (Matt. 5:16, Phil. 2:14-16, I Thess. 5:22). While holding firm to Scripture’s definition of marriage, gender, and sexuality, we believe that every person is deserving of compassion, love, kindness, respect, and dignity. (Mark 12:28-31, Luke 6:31) Hateful and harassing behavior or attitudes directed toward any individuals will not be tolerated and are not in accord with Scripture nor the doctrines of the church. We believe that God offers redemption and restoration to all who confess and forsake their sin, seeking His mercy and forgiveness through Jesus Christ. (Acts 3:19–21; Romans 10:9–10; 1 Corinthians 6:9-11.) | ||||||||||||||||
8 | LGBTQ+ status | Calvary Academy | South Holland IL | Accelerated Reading Program | https://www.calvary-academy.com/_files/ugd/b81d6e_e0481503a26a484eb261e2fb361b7290.pdf | Should Avoid Books With: Profanity and vulgar language. Sexual descriptions, reference and condone homosexuality etc. Unnecessary violence. | ||||||||||||||||
9 | LGBTQ+ status | Christ the King | Springfield IL [Springfield Diocese] | Handbook | https://irp.cdn-website.com/ebd5988c/files/uploaded/Parent-Student%20Handbook%202023-24%20(1)-c78244d3.pdf | It is the policy of the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois that all Catholic agencies, including parishes, schools, institutions, departments or other entities, shall respect the biological sex with which a person is born and shall apply all policies and procedures in relation to that person according to that person’s biological sex at birth. Students and their parents are expected to live virtuous lives guided by Gospel values and the teaching of the Church as described in the Family School Agreement. Students shall conduct themselves in accord with their biological sex at all times. | ||||||||||||||||
10 | LGBTQ+ status, Disability | Christian Heritage Academy | Northfield, IL | Handbook | https://docs.google.com/document/d/12lj2W9lS5Wn6BoOYdFobnH7b_ecxbG85eaHtVnUaQIo/edit?usp=sharing | "Make every effort to honor God with your body (1 Corinthians 6:20). This includes abstaining from sexual relations, unbiblical physical relationships, and pornography. " | ||||||||||||||||
11 | LGBTQ+ status, Disability | Christian Heritage Academy | Northfield, IL | Statement of Faith | https://christianheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/statement-of-faith-rev-5-29-2018-1.pdf | We believe that God has ordained marriage from the beginning to be a covenant relationship between one man and one woman (Genesis 2:24). We believe the Bible opposes as sinful and self-destructive any sexual activity outside of the one-flesh relationship of biblical marriage, whether adultery, pornography, homosexuality, or any other kind of sexual activity (Leviticus 18; 20:10-21; Exodus 20:14; Matthew 5:27-30; Romans 1:26-27; 1 Corinthians 6:12-20; Hebrews 13:4; etc.). | ||||||||||||||||
12 | LGBTQ+ status | Christian Life Schools | Rockford IL | Student Handbook | http://staging.clschools.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/StudentHandbook2021-1.pdf | Grounds for dismissal: “Any behavior in action or words that occurs on or off campus that is antagonistic to the basic goals and objectives of the school, or has an adverse effect on other students (e.g. illicit sexual behavior, homosexuality, vandalism, gambling, any criminal acts, any criminal offenses/charges, etc., as determined by the State of Illinois)” | ||||||||||||||||
13 | LGBTQ+ status | Cornerstone Christian Academy | Bloomington IL | Parent-Student Handbook | http://02711ebed15781349939-29f831a979d6dcc776f1fb41c5c81016.r66.cf2.rackcdn.com/uploaded/2/0e14536210_1660947081_2022-23-parentstudent-handbook.pdf | We teach that God wonderfully and immutably creates each person from conception on as male or female. These two distinct complementary genders together reflect the image and nature of God (Gen. 1:26-27). Rejection of one’s biological sex is a rejection of the image of God within that person. We teach that the term “marriage” has only one meaning: the uniting of one man and one woman in a single, exclusive union, as delineated in Scripture (Gen. 2:18-25). We believe that God intends sexual intimacy to occur only between a man and a woman who are married to each other (I Cor. 6:18; 7:2-5; Heb. 13:4). We believe that God has commanded that no intimate sexual activity be engaged in outside of a marriage between a man and a woman. We teach that any form of sexual immorality (including adultery, fornication, homosexual behavior, bisexual conduct, bestiality, incest, and use of pornography) is sinful and offensive to God (Matt. 15:18-20; I Cor. 6:9-10). | ||||||||||||||||
14 | LGBTQ+ status | Cornerstone Christian Academy | Bloomington IL | Handbook | http://02711ebed15781349939-29f831a979d6dcc776f1fb41c5c81016.r66.cf2.rackcdn.com/uploaded/2/0e14536210_1660947081_2022-23-parentstudent-handbook.pdf | The Academy does, however, reserve the right to deny the admission or discontinue the enrollment of any individual whose pattern of conduct and/or personal lifestyle is not in harmony with the Statement of Faith, mission, philosophy, purpose, and policies of Cornerstone Christian Academy | ||||||||||||||||
15 | LGBTQ+ status | Decatur Christian School | Decatur IL | Parent/Student Handbook 2023-2024 | https://web.archive.org/web/20230928134815/https://decaturchristian.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/DCS-Parent-Student-Handbook-2023-2024-20230727.docx | Gender Identity and Sexuality "Gender" is your biological sex as God originally created you. DCS believes that all people must be afforded compassion, love, kindness, respect, and dignity. It will always be our intent as a school to reflect these qualities. Any behavior or attitudes not displaying these qualities should be corrected, as they are not in accord with scripture or the Spirit of Christ. (John 13:35) We believe that God wonderfully and immutably created each person as distinctly male or female (Gen. 1:26-31; 2:18-25; 5:1, 2). These two distinct and divinely representative genders together reflect the image and nature of God. We believe that the fullest, most rewarding experience of life includes the acceptance of a person’s God-given biological gender. The rejection of one’s biological gender diminishes the reflection of the image of God within a person. We believe that God intends sexual intimacy to occur only between a man and a woman who are married to each other. Any form of sexual intimacy outside of such marriage is hurtful to God’s heart, and harmful to the spiritual health of those involved. (1 Cor. 6:15-7:6; Eph. 5:3-7) Such activities include, but is not limited to adultery, fornication, homosexual conduct, and pornography. | ||||||||||||||||
16 | LGBTQ+ status | Diocese of Joliet | 41 schools | HUMAN SEXUALITY POLICIES FOR CATHOLIC SCHOOLS | From: https://www.newwaysministry.org/2022/10/12/across-u-s-catholic-educators-criticize-wave-of-diocesan-anti-transgender-policies/ | The diocesan school will interact with students according to their biological sex as based upon physical differences at birth. A member of the diocesan school community who wishes to express a gender other than his or her biological sex is understood as operating outside of the “reality deeply inscribed”within. Assisting the person in his or her disconnection with this reality, however sincerely experienced, by agreeing to participate in any efforts to change natural gender expression is contrary to the pursuit of the truth.[...] While homosexual acts are always objectively wrong, same-sex inclinations are not in themselves sinful or a moral failing. To the extent that a same-sex attraction is not freely chosen, there is no personal culpability in having such an inclination. Nonetheless, when oriented toward genital activity, this inclination is “objectively disordered.”[...] Labels can falsely promote a lasting identification or enduring notion of self, therefore, the diocesan school avoids labeling individuals with such terms as “gay,” “lesbian,” “bisexual,” or “queer,” even when the individual might desire such identification. | ||||||||||||||||
17 | LGBTQ+ status | Diocese of Springfield | 25 schools | Pastoral Guide Regarding Policy §650 Gender Identity | https://dio.org/wp-content/uploads/1667/43/Pastoral-Guide-and-650-Gender-Identity-Policy.pdf | All students and their parents will be addressed and referred to with pronouns in accord with their biological sex; All school correspondence, documents, and records will reflect the student or parent’s biological sex; Students will participate in competitive athletics in accord with their biological sex; Catholic schools will not allow, or otherwise cooperate in, the administration of puberty-blocking or cross-sex hormones on school property; All students will use bathrooms and locker rooms that correspond with their biological sex. Students who have been clinically diagnosed with gender dysphoria, however, may request the use of a single-person, unisex facility. Such requests will be assessed on an individual basis by the appropriate school administrator. | ||||||||||||||||
18 | LGBTQ+ status | Grace Christian Academy | Kankakee IL | Student Handbook | https://www.gracecrusaders.org/uploads/2/2/3/6/22362378/student_handbook_2022-23.pdf | GCA's biblical role is to work in conjunction with the home to mold students to be Christ-like. Of necessity, this involves the school's understanding and belief of what qualities or characteristics exemplify a Christ-like life. The school reserves the right, within its sole discretion, to refuse admission of an applicant or discontinue enrollment of a student if the atmosphere or conduct within a particular home or the student's activities are counter to or are in opposition to the biblical lifestyle the school teaches. This includes, but is not necessarily limited to, participating in, supporting, or condoning sexual immorality, homosexual activity, or bisexual activity; promoting such practices; or being unable to support the school's moral principles. (See Leviticus 20:13 and Romans 1:27) | ||||||||||||||||
19 | LGBTQ+ status, Disability | Grace Christian Academy | Kankakee IL | Student Handbook | https://www.gracecrusaders.org/uploads/2/2/3/6/22362378/student_handbook_2022-23.pdf | We do, however, reserve the right to deny admission to any individual who cannot benefit from enrollment based on past academic achievement, disqualifying disability, or whose personal lifestyle is not in harmony with the stated philosophy and purpose of Grace Christian Academy. | ||||||||||||||||
20 | LGBTQ+ status | Harvest Christian Academy | Elgin IL | Policy Manual | https://harvestchristianacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/2020-21-Policy-Manual.pdf | CONCERNING MARRIAGE AND SEXUALITY Scripture clearly teaches that God is the sole authority in matters of marriage and sexuality for all people, and that marriage involves the sacred joining together of one man and one woman in faithful, permanent union (Genesis 2:18-24; Matthew 19:1-9; Mark 10:1-10; 1 89 HARVEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY POLICY MANUAL Corinthians 6:9-20; Hebrews 13:4). God states in the Bible that he hates divorce (Malachi 2:16) and Scripture states that He intends the marriage union to last until one of the spouses dies (Genesis 2:24; 1 Corinthians 7:10-13). Sex is a gift from God to be enjoyed solely within this God- ordained marriage relationship, and God has clearly and expressly commanded abstinence from any form of sexual or intimate activity outside of this context, prohibiting as “sexual immorality” activities related to, for example: lustful thought, adultery, fornication, pornography, homosexuality, bisexuality, or polygamy (Leviticus 18; Matthew 5:27; Matthew 15:9; Romans 1:18-32; Romans 13:13; 1 Corinthians 5; 1 Corinthians 6:9-20; Galatians 5; Colossians 3:5; 1 Thessalonians 4:3-7; Hebrews 13:4; Jude 1:7). 5.5.2 MARRIAGE, ENGAGEMENT AND DATING POLICY HCA is not available for married students and HCA students should not he engaged while they are in high school. We also discourage dating below the Grade 10. In accordance with biblical precepts, same-sex romantic relationships are strictly prohibited. Any identification of gender different than a student’s birth gender is strictly prohibited. | ||||||||||||||||
21 | LGBTQ+ status | Harvest Christian Academy | Elgin IL | Parent Student Handbook | https://harvestchristianacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Parent-Student-Policy-Manual-23-24-1.pdf | Examples of reasons for expulsion are: fighting, violence of any nature, possession, use, or distribution of controlled substances (tobacco, drugs, alcohol, pornographic materials), threats toward any member of the school community or facility, bullying or cyber-bullying any other member of the HCA community, practice of immoral sexual behavior or involvement in such behavior of, and possession of any type of weapon. [...] Attendance at HCA is a privilege. In the most serious of circumstances, where behaviors are extreme or chronic, students will be recommended to the Superintendent for expulsion. Examples of reasons for expulsion are: fighting, violence of any nature, possession, use, or distribution of controlled substances (tobacco, drugs, alcohol, pornographic materials), threats toward any member of the school community or facility, bullying or cyber-bullying any other member of the HCA community, practice of immoral sexual behavior or involvement in such behavior of, and possession of any type of weapon. | ||||||||||||||||
22 | LGBTQ+ status | Judah Christian School | Champaign IL | Statement of Faith | https://www.judah.org/about | We believe that God wonderfully and immutably creates each person as male and female. These two distinct, complementary genders together reflect the image and nature of God (Gen. 1:26-27). Rejection of one’s biological sex is a rejection of the image of God within that person. We believe that the term “marriage” has only one meaning: the uniting of one man and one woman in a single, exclusive union, as delineated in Scripture (Gen. 2:18-25). We believe that any form of sexual immorality (including adultery, fornication, homosexual behavior, bisexual conduct, bestiality, incest, and use of pornography) is sinful and offensive to God (Matt. 15:18-20; I Cor. 6:9-10). | ||||||||||||||||
23 | LGBTQ+ status | Lansing Christian School | Lansing, IL | Parent Student Handbook 2020-21 | https://web.archive.org/web/20211128174132/https://lansingchristian.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/2020-21_Parent_Student_Handbook_.pdf | Marriage Policy Lansing Christian School’s mission is to serve as an extension of the Christian home as we work together to achieve the goal of helping children grow to their maximum potential, preparing them for lives of service in the Kingdom of God, and equipping each one with the armor of God. Lansing Christian School is a religious institution, providing an education in a distinct Christian environment, and it believes that its Biblical role is to work in conjunction with the home to mold students to be Christ-like. On those occasions in which the atmosphere or conduct within a particular home is counter to or in opposition to the Biblical lifestyle the school teaches, the school reserves the right, within its sole discretion, to refuse admission of an applicant or to discontinue enrollment of a student. This includes, but is not necessarily limited to, a parent living with and in a relationship with another adult outside of historical, Biblical definition of marriage as described below; a parent or student practicing a homosexual lifestyle or alternative gender identity; promoting such practices; or otherwise having the inability to support the moral principles of the school. Leviticus 20:13a shows that as God’s people left their years of slavery, they were reminded that God’s plan did not include homosexual relationships. Deuteronomy 6:6-9 makes it clear that parents are called to train their children in His commands in all parts of life--at home or on the road, sitting down or standing up, inside the house or outside the house. Because parents are called to train their children at all times, what is taught and demonstrated in the home is just as important, if not more important, as what is taught and demonstrated at school. As such, the Christian school must take interest in the atmosphere and/or conduct in a particular home. Matthew 19:4-6 makes it clear that God’s intention for marriage is that between one man and one woman. Romans 1:24-27 makes it clear that in spite of God’s plain and clear revelation of himself, a homosexual lifestyle is shameful, unnatural, and a demonstration of the brokenness affecting God’s original intent and I Corinthians 6:9-10 makes it clear that having sexual relations with someone of the same gender is a sin. These Bible passages equate homosexual acts with adultery and sexual perversion. | ||||||||||||||||
24 | LGBTQ+ status | Lansing Christian School | Lansing, IL | Parent Student Handbook 2023-24 | https://lansingchristian.org/parent-student-handbook// | Parental Agreements 1. It is understood that we/I are enrolling our child(ren) in the Lansing Christian School primarily because of our/my earnest desire that our/my children receive a God-centered education. 2. It is understood that our/my child(ren) will be educated in a manner consistent with the beliefs and purposes of the Lansing Christian School. 3. It is understood that we/I will maintain a commitment to, and active participation in, a Christian evangelical church and with our child(ren) regularly attend worship services. 4. It is understood that we/I (parents) will support, both prayerfully and financially, the school in its efforts to provide an education that is distinctively Christian. We/I will seek to maintain an environment in the home that is consistent with the teachings of the school and church, and we/I will seek to maintain the fundamental unity of the home and school. 5. It is understood that the personal conduct of all students must conform to the standards of the school. If disagreement exists, we/I (parents) will have the opportunity to discuss such matters with the faculty, administration and board of trustees. 6. We/I understand that Lansing Christian School views marriage as the union of one man and one woman. Students from living situations that are not in line with these views will not be accepted for admission. 7. We/I understand that Lansing Christian School views being single as a time where you are not living together with a man or woman who is not your husband or wife. Students from living situations that are not in line with these views will not be accepted for admission. See Marriage Policy in the Parent/Student Handbook. 8. It is understood that families will participate in the volunteer life of the school throughout the year and accumulate the required points based on that participation. If a family does not accumulate enough points, a fee will be added to their tuition account. Parents agree to follow the rules and guidelines of Parent Participation Program. 9. We/I will do all in our power, God helping us, to support what is being done in the school so that our children can develop as a child of the Lord Jesus Christ. | ||||||||||||||||
25 | LGBTQ+ status | Lansing Christian School | Lansing, IL | Parent Student Handbook 2023-24 | https://lansingchristian.org/parent-student-handbook// | Statement of Belief on Marriage, Gender and Sexuality Lansing Christian believes that the term marriage refers to the uniting of one man and one woman in a single, exclusive, lifelong union, as delineated in Scripture (Genesis 2:18-25). We believe that God intends sexual intimacy to occur only between a man and a woman who are married to each other (1 Corinthians 6:18, 7:2-5; Hebrews 13:4). Lansing Christian believes that God wonderfully and immutably creates each person as male or female and acknowledges the rare intersex birth condition. These two complementary genders reflect the image and nature of God (Genesis 1:26-27). We acknowledge the reality that sin has distorted the image of God in men and women and mourn anyone’s willful rejection of God’s image in them. Lansing Christian believes that moral misconduct includes, but is not limited to, promiscuity, adultery, fornication, co-habitation, homosexual behavior, bisexuality, polygamy, bestiality, incest, transgender identity, gender non-conformity, non-binary gender conformity, use of pornography, or any other violation of the unique, distinct roles of male and female (Exodus 3 20:14; Leviticus 18:7-23, 20:10-21; Deuteronomy 5:18; Matthew 5:27-28, 15:18-20; Romans 1:21-27; 1 Corinthians 6:9-20; Colossians 3:5). | ||||||||||||||||
26 | LGBTQ+ status | Peoria Christian School | Peoria IL | Statement of Faith | https://www.peoriachristian.org/missionvisionvalues | We expect employees to maintain a lifestyle based on biblical standards of moral conduct. Moral misconduct, which violates the bona fide occupational qualification for employees to be Christian role models, includes, but is not limited to, promiscuity, homosexual behavior and/or sexual orientation, bisexuality, polygamy, transgender identity, or any other violation of the unique roles of male and female (Exodus 20:14; Leviticus 18:7–23; 20:10–21; Deuteronomy 5:18; Matthew 5:27–28; 15:19; Romans 1:21-27; 1 Corinthians 6:9-20). | ||||||||||||||||
27 | LGBTQ+ status | Rockford Christian Schools | Rockford IL | Faith Statement | https://www.rockfordchristian.org/editoruploads/files/About%20Us/Rockford_Christian_Schools_Faith_Statements.pdf | Employee Lifestyle Statements Rockford Christian Schools is a religious, non-profit organization representing Jesus Christ throughout the evangelical community worldwide. The Rockford Christian Schools Statement of Faith provides the basis for a lifestyle based on traditional biblical standards of moral conduct. To preserve the function and integrity of Rockford Christian Schools, its employees must be born-again Christians, living their lives as Christian role models (Rom. 10:9-10; I Tim. 4:12), and maintaining a lifestyle based on biblical standards of conduct. Failure to do so may result in a reprimand or, in some cases, dismissal from employment. It is the goal of Rockford Christian Schools that each employee will have a lifestyle where "...He might have the preeminence." Col. 1:18. Employees will not conduct themselves in a way that will cause others to justly question their Christian testimonies. A Christian lifestyle should reflect the biblical perspective of integrity and appropriate personal and family relationships, business conduct and moral behavior. We expect employees to demonstrate a teachable spirit, an ability to share love for others, a willingness to live contentedly under authority and a commitment to follow the Matthew 18 principle when an issue arises with fellow employees or management. Rockford Christian Schools believes that the term “marriage” has only one meaning: the uniting of one man and one woman in a single, exclusive covenant union, as delineated in Scripture; Updated February 2022 and that God intends sexual intimacy to occur only between a man and a woman who are married to each other. (Genesis 1:27–28; 2:18-25, Matthew 19:4–9; Mark 10:5–9; Ephesians 5:22–33). Examples of proper actions: ● Engaging in intimate sexual conduct only within the marital union of one man and one woman; and ● Dressing and using the restrooms, locker rooms and changing facilities conforming with one’s biological sex. Statement of the Sanctity of Human Life We believe that all human life is sacred and created by God in His image. Human life is of inestimable worth in all its dimensions, including pre-born babies, the aged, the physically or mentally challenged, and every other stage or condition from conception through natural death. We are therefore called to defend, protect, and value all human life. (Ps 139.) Statement on Marriage, Gender, and Sexuality We believe that God offers redemption and restoration to all who confess and forsake their sin OF ANY KIND, seeking His mercy and forgiveness through Jesus Christ. (Acts 3:19-21; Rom 10:9-10) We believe that every person must be afforded compassion, love, kindness, respect, and dignity. (Mark 12:28-31; Luke 6:31.) Hateful and harassing behavior or attitudes directed toward any individual are to be repudiated and are not in accord with Scripture. We believe that God wonderfully and immutably (unchanging) creates each person as either biologically male or female. These two distinct, complementary genders together reflect the image and nature of God. (Gen 1:26-27.) We believe that the term “marriage” has only one meaning: the uniting of one man and one woman in a single, exclusive union, as delineated in Scripture. (Gen 2:18-25.) We believe that God intends sexual intimacy to occur only between a man and a woman who are married to each other. (1 Cor 6:18; 7:2-5; Heb 13:4.) We believe that any form of sexual immorality (such as adultery within marriage, consensual sexual intercourse between two persons not married to each other, homosexual behavior, and use of pornography) is sinful and harmful. (Matt 15:18-20; 1 Cor 6:9-10 and 18.) Updated February 2022 We believe that in order to preserve the function and integrity of Rockford Christian Schools as a biblical role model to the students of Rockford Christian Schools, their families and the community, it is imperative that all persons employed by Rockford Christian Schools in any capacity support in word and action this Statement on Marriage, Gender, and Sexuality. (Matt 5:16; Phil 2:14-16; 1 Thess 5:22.) | ||||||||||||||||
28 | LGBTQ+ status | Rockford Christian Schools | Rockford IL | Parent/Student Handbook | https://www.rockfordchristian.org/editoruploads/files/MS-HS/2022-2023HSHandbook.pdff | We believe that every person must be afforded compassion, love, kindness, respect, and dignity. (Mark 12:28-31; Luke 6:31.) Hateful and harassing behavior or attitudes directed toward any individual are to be repudiated and are not in accord with Scripture. We believe that God wonderfully and immutably (unchanging) creates each person as either biologically male or female. These two distinct, complementary genders together reflect the image and nature of God. (Gen 1:26-27.) We believe that the term “marriage” has only one meaning: the uniting of one man and one woman in a single, exclusive union, as delineated in Scripture. (Gen 2:18-25.) We believe that God intends sexual intimacy to occur only between a man and a woman who are married to each other. (1 Cor 6:18; 7:2-5; Heb 13:4.) We believe that any form of sexual immorality (such as adultery within marriage, consensual sexual intercourse between two persons not married to each other, homosexual behavior, and use of pornography) is sinful and harmful. (Matt 15:18-20; 1 Cor 6:9-10 and 18.) We believe that in order to preserve the function and integrity of Rockford Christian Schools as a biblical role model to the students of Rockford Christian Schools, their families and the community, it is imperative that all persons employed by Rockford Christian Schools in any capacity support in word and action this Statement on Marriage, Gender, and Sexuality. (Matt 5:16; Phil 2:14-16; 1 Thess 5:22.) | ||||||||||||||||
29 | LGBTQ+ status | South Side Christian Academy | Peoria IL | About us | https://www.southsidechristianacademy.org/about-us-1#whatwebelieve | We believe that God wonderfully and immutably creates each person as either male or female in nature of God. We also believe that God created marriage to be exclusively the lifelong union of one man and one woman, and that intimate sexual activity is to occur exclusively with that unique, God created union. (Gen. 1:26-27, Gen. 2:18-25, 1 Cor. 6:18, 1 Cor. 7:2-5, Heb. 13:4). | ||||||||||||||||
30 | LGBTQ+ status | South West Chicago Christian Schools | Palos Heights | STATEMENT ON HUMAN SEXUALITY AND CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT SCCS | https://swchristian.myschoolapp.com/ftpimages/990/download/download_6813496.pdf | Sexual activity has its intended place in the context of a marriage between a man and a woman. Any sexual activity outside of this context is sinful. The goal of all Christians, whether called to be single or married, is to live God-honoring lives. We affirm that God created humanity as male and female in His image. Due to the fall, some people experience a disconnect between their gender identity and their biological sex (transgender). Embracing this disconnect is outside of God’s will for our lives. | ||||||||||||||||
31 | LGBTQ+ status | St. Stanislaus Kostka | Chicago IL | Parent Student Handbook 2023-2024 | https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QCC4GRUGl7zYe1CPrzboWswge3cSl9qY/view?usp=sharing | "In accordance with Archdiocesan policy in teaching human development, St. Stan’s incorporates the authentic Catholic teachings regarding social responsibilities of family living, human sexuality, and sexual morality (abstinence) into both its religion and science curricula" | ||||||||||||||||
32 | LGBTQ+ status | STUDYS Christian Academy | Lindenhurst IL | Parent/Student Handbook | https://www.studyschristianacademy.com/cms/lib/IL50000752/Centricity/Domain/40/2021-22%20S.T.U.D.Y.S.%20Christian%20Academy%20Parent_Student%20Handbook%20-2.pdf | For the safety and well-being of our students and employees, students and/or employees with a life-threatening communicable disease may not attend or work at SMCA. Decisions regarding attendance or employment will take into account multiple medical professionals with expertise in the disease. As a Bible- based educational institution, SMCA adheres to the Biblical teaching that homosexuality is not an acceptable lifestyle. SMCA does not employ teachers or accept students who are homosexual or bi-sexual. | ||||||||||||||||
33 | LGBTQ+ status | Timothy Christian | Elmhurst, IL | Board Policy Manual | https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1659732586/timothychristiancom/fa7rvn6sxflxs7vneit9/TimothyChristianBoardPolicyManualF.pdf | "STATEMENT OF BELIEF ON MARRIAGE, GENDER, AND SEXUALITY Timothy Christian Schools believes that the term marriage refers to the uniting of one man and one woman in a single, exclusive, lifelong union, as delineated in Scripture (Genesis 2:18-25). We believe that God intends sexual intimacy to occur only between a man and a woman who are married to each other (1 Corinthians 6:18, 7:2-5; Hebrews 13:4). Timothy Christian Schools believes that God wonderfully and immutably creates each person as male or female, and acknowledges the rare intersex birth condition. These two complementary genders reflect the image and nature of God (Genesis 1:26-27). We acknowledge the reality that sin has distorted the image of God in men and women, and mourn anyone’s willful rejection of God’s image in them. Timothy Christian Schools believes that moral misconduct includes, but is not limited to, promiscuity, adultery, fornication, co-habitation, homosexual behavior, bisexuality, polygamy, bestiality, incest, transgender identity, gender non-conformity, non-binary gender conformity, use of pornography, or any other violation of the unique, distinct roles of male and female (Exodus 20:14; Leviticus 18:7-23, 20:10-21; Deuteronomy 5:18; Matthew 5:27-28, 15:18-20; Romans 1:21-27; 1 Corinthians 6:9-20; Colossians 3:5). [...] Timothy Christian Schools welcomes applications from families of Trinitarian Christian churches. To be considered for admission, families must be willing to support and embody the Timothy Mission, Vision, and Statement of Belief on Marriage, Gender, and Sexuality. Parents, guardians, and students who cannot demonstrate a lifestyle in accordance with Timothy’s Mission, Vision, and Statement of Belief on Marriage, Gender, and Sexuality will not be considered for admission. " | ||||||||||||||||
34 | LGBTQ+ status | Trinity Christian School | Shorewood IL | https://www.trinitychristian.info/about/statement-of-belief.cfm https://www.trinitychristian.info/about/faq.cfm | Why do you have a family interview as part of the admission process? Our faith in God is foundational to our mission here at TCS. It is important that Trinity families agree with the tenets outlined in our Statement of Belief.[...] We believe in upholding chastity among the unmarried (1 Corinthians 6:18) and the sanctity of marriage between one man and one woman (Hebrews 13:4). | |||||||||||||||||
35 | LGBTQ+ status | Westlake Christian Academy | Grayslake IL | Parent-Student Handbook | https://westlakechristian.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/WCA-2022-23-Parent-Student-Handbook.pdf | Westlake Christian Academy will admit students only on the condition that both they and their custodial parent(s) maintain a lifestyle based on faithful biblical standards of moral conduct related to human sexuality. In this instance, moral misconduct includes, but is not limited to, promiscuity, homosexual behavior, or any other violation of the unique God-given roles of male and female (Rom. 1:21- 27; 1 Cor. 6:9-20). Westlake Christian Academy believes that biblical marriage is limited to a covenant relationship between one man and one woman. If either a Westlake Christian Academy student or their custodial parent(s) begin to live a lifestyle contrary to the scriptural principles set forth in this policy, then we will come alongside that student or those parents with loving compassion and humble confrontation, in accordance with the Matthew 18 Policy of WCA. If the student or custodial parent(s) refuse to repent of his or her lifestyle choice, that choice may be grounds for WCA to remove the student from the school for the sake of the spiritual and emotional welfare of the other students and families. | ||||||||||||||||
36 | LGBTQ+ status | Wheaton Academy | West Chicago, IL | Parent-Student Handbook | https://wheatonacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/2022-23-Student-Handbook-FINAL-online.pdf | Students are expected to maintain purity in all areas of their lives. This includes, but is not limited to, things such as refraining from sexual relations; homosexual, transgender, bisexual, or transsexual behaviors; and pornography (either printed or virtual). [...] The following examples, while not an exhaustive list of infractions, may result in suspensions, disciplinary probation, or expulsion, in addition to the consequences of Levels I and II: [...] Sexual immorality. | ||||||||||||||||
37 | LGBTQ+ status | Wheaton Academy | West Chicago, IL | School philosophy and family expectations | https://wheatonacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Philosophy-2019-expanded.pdf | Parent Policies & Expectations Believing that Christian education is a partnership between the Christian home and Christian school, and working in concert with the Christian church we affirm that: [...] We agree to model our family culture on biblical principles and embrace biblical family values such as a healthy marriage between one man and one woman. We will take our role as spiritual mentors to our children seriously. | ||||||||||||||||
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