Altar School Application

Which class do you plan to attend? *

Name *

First

Last

Email *

Phone Number *

Birthdate

Are you an Altar Global partner?

No
Yes
I don't know what this is.

Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

Country

Gender *

Education

Have you graduated from High School? *

Yes
No

Graduation year:

Have you attended College/University? *

Yes
No

Please give details:

Include the area of study, years attended, and graduation date if applicable.

Have you attended any other ministry schools or programs? *

Yes
No

If yes, please explain:

Employment

Are you currently employed? *

Yes
No

Occupation & Current Employer:

Do you plan to work during The Altar School? *

Part-time
Full-time
No

Finances

Students must pay their first semester of tuition in full by August 1, 2024.

Will you be able to pay your tuition by first day of class? *

Yes
No

How do you plan to pay for your housing and living expenses while you attend school? *

Family

Current Marital Status: *

Married
Single
Divorced
Widowed

What is your spouse’s name?

Is your spouse attending The Altar School? *

Yes
No

Is your spouse in full agreement with your decision to attend The Altar School? *

Yes
No

If no, please explain:

If you’re not married, are you in a relationship?

Yes
No

If yes, please give details:

Have you ever been separated and/or divorced? *

Yes
No

If yes, please provide an explanation of each marriage and divorce:

Do you have children? *

Yes
No

Please list names and birthdates of children:

Will any of your children be living with you while you attend The Altar School?

Yes
No

How do your children feel about you attending The Altar School?

In case of emergency, please list a family member or persons we can contact.

Emergency Contact 1 *

First

Last

Phone *

Email *

Emergency Contact 2 *

First

Last

Phone *

Email *

Health

Do you have any illnesses?

Please list and describe them.

Have you ever received treatment for any diagnosed physical, emotional, or mental conditions in the last 5 years?

Please list them and medications used for the above conditions and when they were last used.

Worship Emphasis

Are you interested in the Worship Emphasis? *

No
Yes

What will you be trying out for?

Years of experience?

If you are a singer, can you sing harmony easily?

No
Yes
N/A

Please describe your level of experience (How long have you been playing? Were you vocally trained?...etc)

Tryout video upload:

Click or drag a file to this area to upload.

Video needs to be at least 1 minute - preferably an entire song if possible.
Musicians are allowed to present audition videos from a group setting such as a church worship team and vocal auditions. Must be in the form of a raw video.
*Any audio engineered or processed videos will not be accepted for vocal auditions.
Max file size: 512MB

Character And Integrity

At The Altar School, we value character and integrity and seek to establish a culture that emphasizes the need to walk in a manner worthy of the call upon our lives as ministers. We believe it’s important that those who apply are already walking in a measure of personal holiness before they arrive on campus. We are not a recovery or discipleship school for those who are recently recovering from substance abuse. If you are recently recovering from an immoral lifestyle or do not have a commitment to character and integrity, then we are not the school for you and God has a different assignment for you. If you are in agreement with the expectations above, please continue to fill out the application below. We believe that by you honestly answering these questions, it is mutually beneficial to you and to us in determining whether The Altar School is the right fit for you. NOTE: Answering “yes” to the following questions does NOT automatically disqualify you from being accepted into the school.

Have you used tobacco in the last 12 months? *

Yes
No

If yes, please explain:

Have you consumed alcohol in the last 12 months? *

Yes
No

If yes, please explain:

Have you used any illegal drugs in the last 12 months? *

Yes
No

If yes, please explain:

Have you been involved in pornography in the last 12 months? *

Yes
No

If yes, how often and how recently?

If yes, where are you in your process of pursuing and obtaining freedom?

Have you been sexually active in the last 2 years? Singles (with anyone) marrieds (with anyone other than your spouse.) We define sexually active as including intercourse, oral sex, foreplay, and sexting. *

Yes
No

If yes, please explain:

Have you struggled with homosexual behavior or same sex attraction in the last 5 years? *

Yes
No

If yes, please explain where you are in your process to pursue freedom in this.

Have you exhibited any self-destructive behavior or habitual problems within the last 5 years? (i.e. eating disorder, cutting, compulsive lying) *

Yes
No

Have you ever been arrested? *

Yes
No

If “yes” please give a brief explanation of when and why.

Have you ever been in the occult, witchcraft, or cults? *

Yes
No

Spiritual History

When did you accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior? *

Have you been baptized in the Holy Spirit with evidence of speaking in tongues? *

Please explain your experience

Do you have a home church and if “yes” where do you attend and for how long have you attended? *

Are you directly connected to your pastor/and or leaders at your home church? *

Yes
No

Home church

Pastor's name

First

Last

Church address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Church phone

Please list a pastoral reference that we can call to verify your spiritual development and involvement in the last 2 years in a church or ministry. *

Please list the pastor's reference first and last name, and their phone number.

Do you attend church regularly? *

Yes
No

How long have you been attending there?

In what capacity are you currently serving in your local church?

If you are not currently serving in your local church, please explain why.

Please give a brief explanation of any ministry experience or volunteer work you have.

The Altar School And You

How did you hear about The Altar School? *

Briefly explain why you would like to attend. *

What do you hope to accomplish by attending? *

Have you read any books by Jeremiah Johnson? *

While attending, are you in agreement that you will attend a local church on a consistent basis while attending the school? *

Photo upload *

Click or drag a file to this area to upload.

Please upload personal portrait.

I give permission for my contact information to be shared with other students in need of housing/roommates. *

Yes
No

Altar School Handbook

Altar School Handbook Agreement *

Please read the following Altar School handbook in its ENTIRETY. By checking this box, I agree to adhere to the guidelines listed in this handbook and will uphold the standards expected of me as an Altar School student (confirmed acceptance into school will be determined after review of application) *

STUDENT HANDBOOK

**This Handbook has sections that apply to In-Person, Hybrid, Online, and Satellite Campus. Please pay close attention and read ALL sections of the Altar School Handbook**

STATEMENT OF POLICY APPLICABILITY
These policies apply without exception to all Altar School students from the time students receive their acceptance until the time a student graduates or withdraws from the school.

CHANGE OF INFORMATION/POLICY NOTICE
This handbook is for informational purposes and does not establish a contract between The Altar School and the student. While The Altar School endeavors to provide accurate and up-to-date information in this catalog, The Altar School reserves the right to make adjustments and changes to the policies, course offerings, tuition, fees, curricula, or other matters in this catalog, at any time, and without prior notice. Changes that are effective immediately will be announced.

NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY
The Altar School provides equal educational opportunity and does not discriminate with respect to race, color, national origin, physical handicap, age, marital status, gender, or status as a disabled veteran.

GENERAL INFORMATION

MISSION STATEMENT
The Altar School is a one-year intensive program focused on equipping and raising up end time messengers in every sphere of society. We carry a specific mandate from God to prepare His generation of entrepreneurs, ministry leaders, and marketplace workers to be voices of truth unto the return of Christ.

THE ALTAR SCHOOL FACULTY
Jeremiah Johnson, Founder and President
Sarah Sutherland, Lead Instructor
Geoff Stafford & Chloie Stafford, Directors
Ethan Ringenbach, Administrative Assistant
Altar School students may direct questions or schedule appointments with administration by contacting: contact@thealtar.school or at 704-209-7085

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Refund Policy
Tuition is 100% non refundable on or after the first day of class. Refunds may only be initiated if a student withdraws from school prior to the start of the semester. Deposits are non-refundable.

STUDENT POLICIES
The student policies contained in this handbook are formulated to uphold the Biblical standards we find in Scripture and ensure that students have the necessary information to successfully complete their training at The Altar School. The life of the student at The Altar School extends far beyond the classroom. Part of the training students receive at The Altar School involves developing the private habits and public lifestyle that benefit a minister of the gospel. All students who sign this handbook, agree to adhere to the following policies and procedures.

DISCIPLINED LIFESTYLE
The vision of The Altar School includes raising up radically committed disciples who glorify God in their private and public lives. Therefore, in the training of an Altar School student, the daily spiritual walk is just as important as the classroom experience. Students must comply with all published regulations and disciplinary procedures. If there is any question as to whether an activity violates the intent of the guidelines, students should avoid the activity and consult The Altar School office for advice on the matter.

Students should avoid all activities that promote temptation to sin or that might place a student in a compromising position. The following is a partial list of activities The Altar School students are not permitted to engage in:

● Alcohol consumption
● Tobacco, vaping, marijuana use and any illegal drugs
● Gambling
● Sexual Immorality
● Engaging in or distributing inappropriate material that is sensual or otherwise dishonoring to God on social media.
● Social dancing that is sensual or otherwise dishonors God.
● Listening to music or watching entertainment that is filthy.

Students are expected to live above reproach at all times. The Altar School students seek to be imitators of God with the desire to “find out what pleases the Lord" (Ephesians 5:1-12). This standard governs our social life, relationships, and entertainment.

IN PERSON AND HYBRID STUDENTS

DRESS CODE
The Altar School regards personal holiness more important than dress and appearance. Nevertheless, as ambassadors of Christ, students should assure that clothing and appearance reflect modesty, neatness, cleanliness, appropriateness, and gender distinction, whether on or off campus.

Guidelines for Classes and Services:

● Clothing may be moderately casual but should avoid an overall appearance that is extremely casual, sloppy or distracting.
● Clothing with indecent messages, logos, or images is not permitted.
● No extreme body piercing.
● The Altar School has the right to require students to adhere to alternate dress code standards while in the classroom, serving, or on ministry trips, if deemed necessary.

RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHERS

Purity in Relationships
Student conduct should bring honor to God, enhance individual spiritual growth, and present a clear testimony to the world. It should not distract, offend, or create an uncomfortable atmosphere for others.

No physical displays of romantic affection by unmarried students are permitted during school or at Altar School services. Off-campus relationships should be blameless, demonstrating propriety and wisdom.

Students who are in relationships are encouraged to meet with Altar School leaders to discuss setting up healthy boundaries.

MARRIAGE STATEMENT
The Altar School believes that marriage, as ordained by God, is between a man and a woman. Sexual immorality, including fornication, adultery, and homosexual behavior, is not permitted.

SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
Solicitation of speaking engagements is discouraged. (i.e. deliberate networking, self-promotion on social media using the Altar School/ The Altar Global etc.) If churches or groups want a student to minister to them, they should initiate contact with that student.

CHURCH SERVICE ATTENDANCE
As stated in the initial application for acceptance, The Altar School students are encouraged to be an active member in a local church.

HARASSMENT
Any form of harassment by Altar School students, employees or volunteers is completely unacceptable. A partial list of unacceptable behavior includes:

● Profanity, obscenities, vulgar gestures, slander, public humiliation, threats.
● Sexual harassment of any kind, including requests for sexual favors, unwanted touching,
inappropriate or obscene remarks or text messages.
● Any harassment should be reported immediately to The Altar School Administration. If the
student fears an imminent threat to their safety, they should first contact the police.

CLASSROOM

CLASS TIMES
The Altar School operates on a semester schedule, with two fourteen-week semesters per year. Classes meet from 6:30 pm to 9:00pm on both Tuesday and Thursday evenings.

PRACTICUM (PRACTICAL MINISTRY EXPERIENCE)
Students will be expected to serve in various settings to ensure they are learning to serve in a variety of environments.

Students will meet the practicum requirements in the following ways:

IN PERSON & HYBRID
1. Attend and serve at The Altar School Serving Requirements - Specifics on Serving Requirements will be disclosed during Orenitation.
2. ALL Students should serve in their local church at least once per month.
3. Wear your Altar School t-shirt to all Altar School/ Altar Global events.

ONLINE
1. Online Students are welcome to serve at The Altar Global Conferences and Serving Opportunities. (These are not requirements)
2. Online students (that are a part of a church) are to serve in their local church once per month.
3. Wear your Altar School t-shirt to all Altar School/ Altar Global events you are volunteering in.

BOOK REPORTS
All students will submit their papers through their student portal. Students will receive a note on their portal that their book reports have been received. Book reports must be received within the allotted time given by the Instructor in order to be counted as complete. If for any reason you are not able to complete assignments by the given due date, we ask that you discuss this with the Instructor of your class prior to the due date. Book report assignments must be completed each semester for graduation eligibility.

LITERATURE AND FUNDRAISING
Literature should not be distributed on campus or online without prior approval from school administration. On-campus and online fundraising or solicitation is not allowed, including collections for special events such as birthdays or weddings, without prior approval from school administration.

ELECTRONIC DEVICES
Laptops, tablets, and other electronic devices can only be used during class for class-related purposes and must have the sound turned off. Students may NOT bring audio recorders into The Altar School classrooms.

DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES
Students are expected to demonstrate a Christ-like attitude and lifestyle that reflects a growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Each student should carefully read the policies and rules contained in this handbook. If a student's attitude, conduct, speech, or behavior fails to meet The Altar School’s standards, the following disciplinary procedures will apply:

First Violation:
● The student may be dismissed from class, with readmission to class to be determined by The Altar School in conjunction with any appropriate faculty members.
● The student will be required to meet with The Altar School Director to discuss accountability.
● A lack of improvement or failure to respond to correction may result in immediate dismissal.

Second Violation:
● The second violation of the policies and procedures listed in this handbook will result in immediate dismissal from The Altar School with no tuition reimbursement.
● Re-admission to The Altar School will be handled on a case-by-case basis.

***The Altar School reserves the right to dismiss any student who is unprepared to comply with Altar School discipline policies. Please consult the Dismissal section for additional information.***

(IN-PERSON ONLY)

ATTENDANCE
The Altar School is committed to the principle that regular attendance and punctuality are essential to successful scholastic achievement, and spiritual growth.

Required Class Time
Graduation from The Altar School for in-person students is based upon completion of all course assignments, regular attendance, and participation in serving requirements. The Altar School’s attendance policy is as follows:

● Each In-Person student is required to sign in at the provided kiosk upon arriving to class. If a student must leave early for any reason, the student will also sign out of class at the kiosk.
● Tardy is considered being 20 or more minutes late.
● After being tardy twice, the student will receive an absence.
● Number of allowable absences is 3 per semester per class.

Tardiness and Absenteeism
Attendance is the student's responsibility. Each student is personally responsible for signing into each class. Students who are tardy or who leave class early are required to write the actual time they arrived or left alongside their initials on the attendance sheet.

Students who miss more than the maximum class time allowed due to extenuating circumstances (e.g., illnesses, emergencies) may be given special allowances, at the discretion of their Campus Admin. Students should contact their Campus Admin as soon as possible in such instances, to explain the reason for their absences.

Excessive absences which are not deemed to have resulted from extenuating circumstances will result in ineligibility of graduation. Students who do not complete assignments and course requirements will meet with The Altar School faculty to discuss options of repeating the course.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
● Finish 1 full year of class consisting of a Fall and Spring semester
● Write 1 book report per class, per semester
● Miss no more than 3 classes per class, per semester
● Fulfill all required serving responsibilities per semester

(HYBRID ONLY)

CLASS PORTAL
All classes will be uploaded to the portal immediately after the class has ended. If the teacher elects to have notes to accompany the class, they will be uploaded prior to the beginning of class. We strongly recommend that you login to the chat feature on the portal so that you can create a community with the other online students and ask questions if there is Q&A time. Hybrid students will have access to the past classes for up to 2 weeks after the semester ends. Once 2 weeks have passed, all classes will be taken down from the portal.

ATTENDANCE
The Altar School is committed to the principle that regular attendance and punctuality are essential to successful scholastic achievement, and spiritual growth. Hybrid students are responsible to keep track of attendance, and make sure all class content is viewed. Faculty will verify that all students have logged in and watched all classes. Students must watch all classes they have missed in-person before they go off either 2 weeks after semester OR before they can graduate.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
● Finish 1 full year of class consisting of a Fall and Spring semester
● Write 1 book report per class, per semester
● Attended all classes via in-person or online
● Fulfill all required serving responsibilities per semester

(ONLINE ONLY)

CLASS PORTAL
All classes will be uploaded to the portal immediately after the class has ended. If the teacher elects to have notes to accompany the class, they will be uploaded prior to the beginning of class. We strongly recommend that you login to the chat feature on the portal so that you can create a community with the other online students and ask questions if there is Q&A time. Hybrid students will have access to the past classes for up to 2 weeks after the semester ends. Once 2 weeks have passed, all classes will be taken down from the portal.

ONLINE AMBASSADOR
The Altar School will appoint an online ambassador(s). Students will communicate with their online ambassador(s) about discussion groups, zoom calls, or online community related details. Any other Altar School related questions should be communicated with Altar School Staff (email: contact@thealtar.school/ ph# 704-209-7085).

ATTENDANCE
The Altar School is committed to the principle that regular attendance and punctuality are essential to successful scholastic achievement, and spiritual growth. Students are responsible to keep track of attendance, and make sure all class content is viewed. This includes students watching all classes they have missed via the class replays within the semester. Faculty will verify that all classes have been viewed in order to be eligible for graduation

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
● Finish 1 full year of class consisting of a Fall and Spring semester.
● Write 1 book report per class, per semester
● Attend all classes live or via the class replays.
Students who do not meet graduation requirements will be directed to meet with The Altar School faculty to discuss options of repeating the course.

CLASS VISITS & PREVIEW DAYS
Online students have the opportunity to attend an in-person class up to one time per semester, not including Preview Days. We encourage all online students to visit The Altar School headquarters to experience the community and to be ministered to in person.

COMMUNICATION

EMAIL
Communication with the staff and faculty is necessary to remain apprised of important and time-sensitive information. Please check your email for updates at least once per week.

CALL/TEXTING
The Altar School Staff is available by phone throughout the week during business hours (8am-5pm) at the following # (704-209-7085). We request that all students make it a priority to communicate issues that may arise as soon as possible to allow staff to accommodate and help facilitate a solution for you in a timely manner.

FACEBOOK
We have created a private Facebook page for all Altar School students. Please “request to join” the group by clicking on this link https://www.facebook.com/groups/altarschoolofministry
The page is primarily used for students to build community, share prayer requests and for The Altar School staff to share updates. However, our primary way to interact with students regarding classes and gatherings is via email. If you have any questions for The Altar School staff, please contact us at contact@thealtar.school

CONFIDENTIALITY
The Altar School maintains the confidentiality of student records. Any student with a question about his or her records may schedule an appointment with The Altar School Office to access his or her personal file.

THE ALTAR SCHOOL COMMUNICATION WAIVER
I agree to notify The Altar School regarding changes in my contact information, and acknowledge that I may be contacted by mail, email, telephone, voice mail or text by a staff member.

THE ALTAR SCHOOL MEDIA RELEASE FORM
I, the undersigned, hereby consent to the use by The Altar School and those acting with permission and authority of Altar School, of all photographs, videotape, or other images or recordings that Altar School has taken of me or in which I may be included, for all purposes, in any and all media including the Internet, without limitation, including promotion, solicitation, advertising or trade.
I am fully aware that my likeness may appear in materials available to students, parents, faculty or staff of Altar School, and individuals outside of the Altar School community. I hereby waive any right to inspect or approve the finished images or other content, including advertising copy or printed matter, in which they may be used.

I understand that any distribution of the images will be fully compliant with Altar School policies, statements and values. I release Altar School and those acting under their authority from any liability related to the alteration, intentional or otherwise, that may occur in connection with the processing, editing, transmission, display or publication of the images, and understand that images may be cropped or altered for purposes of illustration.

I understand that all images in which I participate, including film, photographic prints, digital files or video are the exclusive property of Altar School and I grant to Altar School the unrestricted right to copyright, publish and republish the images.

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Education

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Finances

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In case of emergency, please list a family member or persons we can contact.

Health

Worship Emphasis

Character And Integrity

Spiritual History

The Altar School And You

Altar School Handbook