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Archers in Action ~ Week of May 15, 2024

News, Events, Reminders & Announcements

 

News from Ms. Loy, Headmaster

 

Archers, aim high!

Tabitha Loy

 

Upcoming Events

 

➶ May 15 - Senior Awards Assembly & Arrow Pinning

➶ May 15 - Sports Physicals Available On Campus 

➶ May 17-22 Final Exams (Upper School)

➶ May 21 - School Uniform Donation & $1 Sale, 4:30PM

➶ May 22 Grammar School End of the Year Award Ceremony Assembly, 8:00AM

➶ May 22 Upper School End of the Year Award Ceremony Assembly, 1:00PM

➶ May 23 - Archer Games

➶ May 24 - Field Day; Last Day of School: Early Release 12:00PM

➶ May 24 - Class of 2024 Commencement

➶ May 28-June 5 - Staff In-Service Days (Altered Office Hours)

 

Scroll to the calendar section below for more information on these and other events.

 

News & Announcements

 

seniors

Congratulations to the Class of 2024!!

Now that our seniors have finished all of the requirements to receive a Founders diploma, they were recognized for their many accomplishments at a special all-school assembly this morning. As tradition holds, after receiving individual awards, members of the class participated in the Arrow Pinning, the Senior Gift presentation and were greeted by the student body during a walk-through campus. 

To mark this time of celebration and reflection, the Solis family lovingly produced this special video featuring our seniors.

Also, check out our school’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/FoundersClassicalLeander where individual spotlights of each student will soon be featured.

 

Do You Want to Help at the Class of 2024 Commencement?

Celebrate the Class of 2024! Volunteer at graduation and stay to witness their milestone ceremony. Volunteers will arrive by 3pm. The ceremony starts at 5pm and will be over by 6:30pm. Please review the available slots at this link and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!

 
 
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Archers Games Attire:

  • The games will be held outdoors. Please consider the weather when choosing attire. 
  • Khaki bottoms or athletic bottoms: Loose fitting, minimum inseam of 6 inches
  • (basketball style).
  • House shirts, solid shirts in the House color, solid red PE shirt, or uniform polo (no spiritwear).
  • Students may wear whatever athletic shoes will be best for them. (non-metal cleats are allowed only while playing on the field). 

 

Request a Verification of Enrollment (VOE) if Applying for a Driver’s License or Permit

Students must present a Verification of Enrollment (VOE) when applying for a Texas driver’s license as well as a permit. If your student is applying for one of these driver’s documents over the summer, please request the VOE before school ends. A VOE dated the last 5 days of school is valid until the first day of the next school year. Find the VOE request form on the school website here.

 

 

 

  uniform sale

Join us for a Uniform Donation & $1 Sale ~ Tuesday, May 21

Get a head start on uniforms for next school year! Join us for the School Uniform Donation & $1 Sale on Tuesday, May 21 from 4:30pm to 6:00pm in the Building 3 Cafeteria. Good condition uniform pieces will be available for a suggested donation of $1 each. Current families may donate items that are in good condition with no holes, stains, missed buttons, etc..We hope to see you there.

 

Tommy Hilfiger Uniforms - Back to School Promotion ~ June 17-23

SAVE THE DATE! Our school’s exclusive 10% off Back-to-School promotion is scheduled June 17 - 23, 2024.

 

 

field day

Prepare for Grammar Field Day (K-5) ~ May 24

All grammar students in kindergarten through fifth grade will participate in Field Day activities on Friday, May 24, from 9:00AM -11:00AM. Students will rotate between stations with their class. Some stations do include water and students will get wet! 

Students are asked to wear: 

  • Spirit wear with solid color athletic shorts that adhere to the handbook guidelines on proper length and style of clothing or their uniform;
  • Shoes that are comfortable, easy to move in and meet dress code;
  • A hat (optional), and, 
  • Sunscreen is encouraged!

Students should bring:

  • A water bottle that is clearly labeled;
  • A towel;
  • An extra pair of clothes in case there’s a need to change following the event.

Volunteers. Only approved volunteers who have signed up to help with this event will attend. Coach Sheppard will communicate directly with the event volunteers with details regarding assigned roles.

Donations of supplies. If you signed up to bring supplies, please turn them into the Building 1 Office as soon as possible. 

Questions. Direct questions regarding this event to Coach Sheppard.

 

 

Want to Know More About Dyslexia?

An information session will take place on Tuesday, May 21 at 11:00AM in the Building 3 Library.

 

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Thanks to the 2023-2024 Archers Council and Committees! Y’all Have Left Big Boots to Fill!

Without the Archers Council and our amazing volunteers our FCA community would miss out on so much that makes us flourish, like: Fall Fest, Fine Arts Showcases, new athletic equipment and instruments, and campus improvements, to name a few. When you volunteer your time, talents, or make a financial donation through Funds4Founders (F4F) to our school through the Archers Council, our community thrives! Y’all have left big boots to fill! Click here to see a special video.

 
Over the next week we want to recognize our Archers Council committees for their dedication and efforts throughout the school year, starting with the Archers Council Executive Board. Watch our website and social media platforms for spotlights on each of these committees. 

The Archers Council Executive Board oversees all committees on the council and meets monthly to facilitate communication and take action on mission-based projects in support of the school. Thank y'all so much for giving of your time to serve our school community.

The Archers Council Executive Board (EB)

Chairman, Lawrence Davis 

Finance Director, Michael Barba

Secretary, Meredith Godoy

Communications, Sweta Vadgama & Katie Lewis

ASC President, Dawna Vicars

AABC President, Andrew Mawdsley

FABC President, Kimberly Sederburg 

SEC President, Lisa Kelly

F4F President, Miranda Knaack

 
 

 

ignite

CG Victory’s IGNITE Day Camp ~ June 17-21

Great news! CG Victory’s IGNITE Day Camp at COMING BACK to Founders Academy as a FULL-DAY camp! With high-energy team games and competitions, your kiddo is sure to have a blast while personally growing at this faith-based camp! IGNITE is for kids of all ability levels and backgrounds! 

Activities include: Rockwall ~ Obstacle Course ~ Variation Sports ~ Water Games ~ Huddle Groups ~ and more! 

Camp dates at Founders: June 17-21

*Camp is now FULL-DAY 8:30am -3pm, Monday-Thursday and Friday 8:30am-noon.*

Click here for MORE INFO and to REGISTER! Or call/text Joey Kelly with questions at 512.699.9155!

 

 

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Help Spread the Word! Seats Available in Grades 11th & 12th for 2024-2025 School Year

Do you know a high school age student who is looking for a tuition-free classical education? We’ve got 11th and 12th grade seats available for the 2024-2025 school year! Encourage those you know to apply at foundersleander.com. Help spread the word.
 
 
 
 
School Breakfast
Breakfast is served from 7:30 AM-7:45 AM in the Building 2 gym/cafeteria. Breakfast Packs are available for purchase for $2.50 each. To apply for financial assistance with school meals, please complete the Free and Reduced Lunch Application. You can access the form in Skyward or call the school office for assistance.
 
Follow us on Instagram @fcarchers

Coach Munoz and Coach Chambless
One Team. Run Strong.
 
 

join us

 

Check out these Volunteer Opportunities ~ Current & Year-Round 2023-2024 (including Lunch & Recess spots)

 

‼️Are You Planning to Volunteer at Field Day or on a Field Trip? You Must be an Approved Volunteer!

Reminder: If you have not been approved as a volunteer during the current school year, between July 2023 and today, you must apply and be approved before working at Field Day or being a field trip chaperone. This includes those working grammar lunch and recess, along with any other activity that involves being on campus or in the presence of students. 

Each school year, ResponsiveEd requires every volunteer to complete an online volunteer application (see links to applications below) and undergo a background check. Once you are approved, you must sign this digital confidentiality agreement and follow these volunteer guidelines: Guidelines for Founders Archer Volunteers 2023-2024.  Applications remain active for the current school year. A volunteer must reapply each school year. Please allow up to 3 weeks for processing of your application, although approvals have been processed more quickly recently.

 

Be a School Lunch & Recess Hero! Sign-up today!

🌟 School Lunch & Recess Hero! 🌟Hey there! Ready to spread smiles and make a difference? Join our awesome volunteer team for school lunch and recess coverage. Whether you're passionate about nourishing young minds during lunchtime or creating fun-filled recess moments, your warm presence matters. Flexibility, training, and heartwarming experiences included. Interested? Sign up here! Reach out to our volunteer coordinator with any questions at [email protected] and let's bring more joy to our school days together!

 

RES Parent Resource Site 

The RES Mental and Behavioral Health team provides RES Parent Resource Site where links can be found for all current Counseling Site Videos as well as documents to help with communication between parents and children.

 

The 2023-2024 FCA Leander Family Handbook, along with other related resources, can be found at foundersleander.org under the For the Families/handbooks tabs.

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Here you will find helpful answers to your frequently asked questions, as well as resources and ideas for parents to support their child's learning outside of the classroom.

The FCA Leander Public calendar contains all school sponsored events.

The Archers Athletics calendar contains the game schedules and tryout information.

The College Counseling calendar has information about testing dates, college admissions visits, and other college events.

 

 
 
 
 
 
 

Archers Shopping

Click on the images below.
 
Spirit Store
 
Amazon
 
Daily Spread
 

~ Teacher's Favorite Things ~

2023-2024 Faculty/Staff (as of 05.03.24)

Shower a teacher or a staff member on their birthday, for appreciation, for the holidays, or maybe just to bring them a smile and brighten their day.

(Click on the title for access.)

Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Toolkit

 

Click on the following links to volunteer your time, talents, and treasure:
 
 
 

Do YOU want to be our
FAV of the day?

Are you looking for a way to connect with the Founders community? Are you an approved volunteer? If so, why not consider being our FAV of the day! We have several small jobs and projects around campus that could use a special volunteer. To name a few:

➶ Office helper
➶ Lunch monitor
➶ Student escort
➶ Making copies
➶ Laminating
 

You decide the days and times you can serve, then use this link to claim your spot:

FAV of the Day!

 

Thank you for your support of Founders Classical Academy!

 

Volunteer Applications & Toolkit

Each school year, ResponsiveEd requires that every volunteer undergoes a background check and signs a confidentiality agreement before being allowed to work on a campus. Applications remain active for each current school year. Volunteers must reapply each new school year. Applications open in mid to late July. Please allow up to 3 weeks for processing of your application.

 

Volunteer Application

Driving Application

 

For more information about our Archer Hours program, please visit our Volunteer Toolkit.

Follow us on Instagram & Facebook:

School Facbook:

https://www.facebook.com/FoundersClassicalLeander

Athletics:
@FCArchers 

Archers Council: @fcaarcherscouncil

Travel Groups:
@archersaimfar