Frequently Asked Questions
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My child will be out today, what should I do?
Please email our front office.
Grammar: [email protected]
Upper: [email protected]
*Remember, for absences to be excused they must fall within guidelines. After 3 days, you must have a doctor's note to be excused.
What is Spirit Day?
On the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month and early release days, students may wear jeans with a spirit shirt. Make sure to read the handbook for guidelines on Spirit Day attire.
What is a Charter School?
Charter schools are public schools that operate with an agreement (or charter) with a state, school district, or governmental entity to provide an enhanced education that is often unavailable within the conventional public schooling setting. These schools are open to all students, do not charge tuition, have no religious affiliation, and must abide by the same state and federal testing, financial, anti-discrimination, health, and safety regulations as all public schools. They typically have higher levels of parent, student, and community involvement and often realize higher student achievement.
Our campus is small by design, which gives it a private school atmosphere where parents, faculty, and staff can work together for the benefit of each child. Though it may seem like a small private school, it is an established, tuition-free public school of choice.
Can students use cell phones on campus?
No.
Students may ask to call home using the telephone in the front office or the nurse in case of illness or emergency.
Do you have a Transportation Department?
All students are brought to school through family transportation. Families within our community also have carpooled to assist each other with transport.
Do you have a Special Education and 504 Program?
Founders has a Student Services department to assist with students’ learning needs. Parents should notify the school upon enrollment of any existing plans in place and provide documentation from the previous school to make the transition as seamless as possible.
Do you have a School Nurse?
We have a full-time School Nurse available to assist and care for your student throughout the school day as needed. Should your student have a medical plan (asthma action plan, EpiPen action plan, etc.) please have these documents ready at Back to School Night for the nurse’s review. Any medication should be signed in at Back to School Night or through the office with the Medication Administration Form. All medication must be in the original container and dispensed only by the Nurse.
What is a Classical School or Classical Education?
A classical school takes an approach to education characterized by a rigorous, traditional liberal
arts and science curriculum and pedagogy, and an orientation toward truth, beauty, and
goodness, that aims to cultivate wise and virtuous citizens.
arts and science curriculum and pedagogy, and an orientation toward truth, beauty, and
goodness, that aims to cultivate wise and virtuous citizens.
For a more comprehensive explanation, What is Classical Education?
Does your school have homework?
Students are assigned daily “targeted” homework (as opposed to “busy work”). Homework is an integral part of the school program and aids students in advancing their studies. At Founders Corinth the general guideline for homework length is both connected to research and traditional practice. The expectation is approximately 10 minutes of homework per grade level (e.g. 10 minutes for kindergarten and 1 ½ hours for eighth grade), plus some additional reading. In grades six through twelve, students have study halls where they can begin and complete some homework.
AP and Dual Credit classes will have different guidelines for homework more similar to a college or university.
What grades do you serve?
We serve kindergarten through 12th grade. We do not have a PreK program.
Do you provide academic placement testing for advancing grade levels?
We do not provide placement testing for advancing grade levels.
Kindergarten applicants must be 5 years old before/on September 1 of the school year.
Do you follow the local ISD calendar?
Our calendars are similar but not exactly the same.
Does Middle School have a choice of electives?
No. Middle school students are not given elective options at Founders Corinth. All Middle School classes
are pre-determined and required. All high school classes are honors level with the addition of AP and/or Dual Credit
options. Electives are not offered until 9th grade.
are pre-determined and required. All high school classes are honors level with the addition of AP and/or Dual Credit
options. Electives are not offered until 9th grade.
What are some differences between FCA Corinth and the local ISD?
The classical curriculum can be more rigorous and challenging.
A traditional liberal arts and sciences education.
The behavior policy is of a higher standard.
Students rarely use technology on campus and only with permission.
The behavior policy is of a higher standard.
Students rarely use technology on campus and only with permission.
Handwriting assignments, notes, and exams with excellent penmanship are expected.
Students are not provided nor use Chromebooks, laptops, cell phones, etc.
Latin is the required language taught at FCA Corinth.
Students are required to wear uniforms.
Electives are not offered until 9th grade.
High School classes are honors level with the addition of AP and/or Dual credit options.
Students are not provided nor use Chromebooks, laptops, cell phones, etc.
Latin is the required language taught at FCA Corinth.
Students are required to wear uniforms.
Electives are not offered until 9th grade.
High School classes are honors level with the addition of AP and/or Dual credit options.
Excellent behavior is the expectation.
How do I request a transcript?
Please request your high school transcript through Naviance. If you do not have a login, reach out to Mrs. Angela Samide. [email protected]
If you need to request a transcript for your dual credit course, reach directly out to the university.