Archers in Action: News & Events ~ June 8, 2026 Summer Edition

Students and Families,

We hope your summer is going well! This is a somewhat long email with important information. It might be helpful to bookmark it for future reference.

We have posted the final report cards. They can be found in the Family Portfolio section in Skyward.
Responsive Education Solutions is still planning on expanding our facilities. They are gathering current bids and will begin as soon as those decisions are made.
Sponsorship Board: In anticipation of our 2026-2027 school year and athletic season, we are filling our sponsorship board in Building One Gym and on The Range (field). We would like to give our school community the opportunity, first, to advertise their businesses, so if you are interested, please fill out this form. Assistant Headmaster Nathan McClallen will be in touch with more information.

Important Summer Dates:

-July 23rd: Summer Social from 6-8:00 pm. Reading logs for Grammar and Upper (new this summer) are attached! Students can earn a free snow cone! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pxiJRNGFcWSGTjubwXTGA4tMxndxa8Ek/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=105639595887529560620&rtpof=true&sd=true

-August 5th: Grammar Back-to-School Night

-August 6th: Upper Back-to-School Night

-August 7th: New Student Orientation (Grades 7-12)

-August 12th: First Day of School 2026-2027. A draft of the calendar is attached.

Camp Artemis Athletic Camps 2025 Registration Link:

School Supply Kit: Order Online At: www.shopttkits.com

Use Account #: 68440

Order Online by June 19th

Uniform guideline revisions: As the number of Founders schools has increased, the district has decided to standardize a few items across all Founders Classical Academies. We announced the changes in February, but I wanted to remind you that the skirt, short, and skort lengths have changed. Below is the language from the district:

Dress Code

To ensure a professional appearance, modesty, and consistency, the following requirements are strictly enforced for all students:

1. Style and Fit Requirements

All pants, skirts, skorts, and shorts must be traditional uniform style.

Prohibited Styles: Skinny pants, cargo pants/shorts, joggers, leggings (worn as pants), capris, cropped pants, "high waters," and khaki-colored jeans are not permitted.

2. Length, Fit, and Modesty Standards

Skirts: Must be worn at the knee.
Shorts and Skorts:

Length: Shorts and skorts must reach just above the knee, but not extend below it.
Fit: Garments must be of a standard uniform fit—not excessively tight or overly loose/baggy.

Waist and Undergarments:

All bottoms must be worn at the natural waist.
Undergarments (including boxers or compression shorts) must never be visible. This policy applies at all times, including during athletic practices and games.

School Supply Lists By Grade: Click here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BSzmRriooM6GsiVe93gKlg3NbvunmOa6/view?usp=sharing

2026-2027 Planners - Order by July 10: https://forms.gle/QarcDtuVQhQbtyXA6
STAAR testing results for the 2025-2026 school year will be available to view online in the state of Texas Family Assessment Portal, which can be found at: https://www.texasassessment.gov/index.html
Here is the list of 2026-2027 Literary Texts to Purchase for Annotation: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xagiTy0qW9mEapjCayNzpo4YB4iTTIq5euVudSaVzR8/edit?usp=sharing

Finally, it takes hard work and diligence during the school year to “train the mind” and “improve the heart,” and although periods of leisure and rest are healthy and necessary, those periods can erode the habits students have developed over the school year. Below are some ideas that may be helpful to you as you encourage rest over the summer without letting the habits and knowledge your students have acquired over the year wane. We recognize that many students prefer to watch TV, play video games, and read books from popular culture in their free time. The goal is that they would prefer to read beautiful literature and to learn something new. As with food, the more we eat something, the more we crave it. If they read enough beautiful literature, they will begin craving those stories. Please find attached ideas for how students can stay sharp over the summer!

Have a great June,

Tabitha Loy

Headmaster

Save the Dates

➹Starts June 8 ~ Summer Run Club See flyer for details

➹June 8-August 1 ~ Camp Artemis Athletic Camps

➹July 23 ~ Summer Social sponsored by the Archers Support Committee, 6-8PM

➹August 4-6 ~ Communal Supply Drop-off Days, 9am-3pm

➹August 5 ~ Grammar Back to School Night, 6-7:30PM (Grades K-6)

➹August 6 ~ Upper School Back to School Night, 6-7:30PM (Grades 7-12)

➹August 7 ~ New Student Orientation, 4:30-6:00PM (Grades 7-12)

➹August 12 ~ First Day of School 2026-2027

➹August 18 ~ New Family Orientation, 6-7:30PM

➹August 26 ~ Grammar School Curriculum Night, 6-8PM (Grades K-6)

➹August 27 ~ Upper School Curriculum Night, 6-8PM (Grades 7-12)

Important News To Know

➹Friday ~ Annual Powderpuff Flag football tournament ~ 4:00-6:00 ~Founders Football Field

➹Archers Council Leadership Announcement ~ See below for details

➹May: All Grade Levels Stock the Lounge! ~ See below for details

➹Get caffeinated. Give back. Support our school at Scooter’s! See below for details

➹Ignite Camp ~ Summer Camp Announcement ~ See below for details

➹Limited Supply of Yearbooks Available for Purchase ~ Get Yours Today! See below for details

Click here to purchase

➹All Artemis Summer Camps have been announced. See SportsYou for details

Reminders From Last Week

➹Reminder: Please do not turn left into the North Driveway between 7:30-8:00 and 3:30-4:00

➹House Shirt Store is NOW OPEN

https://lukbranding.chipply.com/houses/store.html?eid=447601&apid=22505696

➹2026-2027 Uniform Alert See below for details

➹2025-2026 Founders Classical Academy Family Handbook: 2025-2026 FCA Leander Family Handbook

➹2025-26 Calendar of Events ~ALL Dates are Subject to Change See below

➹Buy your 2025-26 Spirit Tee here!

Volunteer Opportunities/Requests

⭐Archers Council Leadership Announcement

Following last week’s Archers Council General Meeting and officer elections, we are pleased to share the results and introduce our 2026–27 Archers Council officers:

We are grateful for each of these leaders and their willingness to give their time and talents in the year ahead.

At the same time, we extend our heartfelt thanks to our outgoing officers for their dedication and faithful service:

Lisa Kelly: AABC President

Jessica Hughes: AABC Event Coordinator

Dan Seymour: AABC Treasurer

Renee Jumper: ASC Event Coordinator

Alison Davis: SEC President

Brooke Wanger: SEC Vice President

Sharla Martin: SEC Secretary

Several of these leaders have served our FCA community for many years, offering steady guidance, deep commitment, and countless hours behind the scenes. Their impact is lasting and will continue to benefit our school for years to come.

We are truly grateful for both our outgoing and incoming leaders and the strong foundation that continues to be built for our school!

⭐May: All Grade Levels Stocks the Lounge!

For the month of May, we are opening Stock the Lounge to all grade levels as we finish the year strong and bless our teachers and staff in a meaningful way.

This is more than just treats. It’s a simple, meaningful way to say thank you to the teachers who pour their hearts into our children every single day.

Every $10 in donations = 1 Archer Hour, so your gift not only blesses our teachers but also counts toward your family’s volunteer hours.

Let’s surround our teachers with the same care and encouragement they show our kids—help us fill the lounge and remind them how much they mean to the Founders family! All donations can be dropped off in B1 or B3 offices during the month.

Below is a list of some of our staff’s favorite snacks:

Coffee Pods

Mini Creamers for Coffee

Sodas

Sparkling Waters

Chips (Pretzels, crackers, popcorn, nuts)

Granola Bars

Trail Mix

Gluten Free Snacks

Fresh Fruit

Bagels and Cream Cheese

STL

⭐Get caffeinated. Give back. Support our school at Scooter’s!

Now through May, Scooter’s Coffee will donate $1 for every $5+ purchase made through the Scooter’s Coffee app when customers select our school as their chosen organization!

It’s an easy (and delicious!) way to give back.

How to participate:

Scan the QR code and follow the instructions to select our school in the Scooter’s Coffee app.

If you don’t already have the app, you’ll receive an email prompting you to register and then return to complete the process.

After making a qualifying $5+ purchase at either Leander location, you’ll see an in-app confirmation that your visit has been credited to our school.

Please see the attached flyer for step-by-step instructions. Thank you for helping us make every cup count!

Scooters Scoot

⭐Ignite Camp ~ Summer Camp Announcement

Ignite Camp ~ Summer Camp Announcement

Summer Camp announcement!

Secure your child’s spot at Ignite Day Camp

Use Code "FOUNDERS26" to enroll for $250 (Full Price $399)

https://cgvictory.org/ignite/

-Location: Founders Classical Academy of Leander

-Dates: June 8th through 12th

-Ages: 6 to 12

-Times: 8:30a to 3:00p Monday-Thursday / 8:30a to 11:00 Friday

This program offers fun team competitions and games including SLIP N' SLIDE, OBSTACLE COURSES, THEME DAYS, VICTORY DASH RELAYS, ROCKWALL and more

camp

⭐Limited Supply of Yearbooks Available for Purchase ~ Get Yours Today!

⭐House Shirt Store is NOW OPEN

We’re excited to introduce our new House Shirt Store! 🎉

Throughout the school year, we welcome new students and see so many fresh faces join our community. We also know that sometimes important deadlines, like ordering house shirts, can be easy to miss.

That’s why we created a solution! Our House Shirt Store is now open year-round, giving every student the opportunity to purchase their house shirt at any time.

Whether you’re new to our school, just inducted into your House, missed the original order window, or just need another shirt, we’ve got you covered. We want every student to feel connected and proud to represent their house!

Check it out and grab your house shirt whenever it works for you!

https://lukbranding.chipply.com/houses/store.html?eid=447601&apid=22505696

⭐2026-2027 Uniform Alert

⭐Student-Led Tutoring Now Available

⭐2025-26 Calendar of Events

⭐Ongoing Reminders...

*New Attendance Reporting Procedures

Reporting an absence and other attendance related issues just got easier. You can now report early dismissal for athletics, early dismissals for student drivers, make alternate arrangements for student pickup, and report absences, all through our new online forms found here.

When the need arises, go to our school website at foundersleander.com. Navigate to one of three places - the Archers in Action page, Attendance page, or For Our Families tab to find a “Report an Absence” button. Simply click that button, find and complete the appropriate form for your situation and upload documents and correspondence directly to that form. Done! It’s that easy.

Please contact [email protected] if you have further questions.

Please note these changes in our 2025-2026 Family Handbook.

*Uniform Closet Donation Guidelines

The following school uniform items will be accepted as donations to our uniform closet:

Items with the school logo (including polos, jackets, spirit wear);
Plaid Wednesday formal skirts;
White Oxford shirts;
Girls jumpers;
Uniform ties and bows;
Belts

All items must be in good condition (clean, not stained or faded)

*Apply to be a 2025-2026 Volunteer!

Volunteers must be approved each school year to be on campus.

Each school year, ResponsiveEd requires every volunteer to complete an online volunteer application and undergo a background check. Once you are approved, you must review the guidelines for Founders Archer Volunteers and sign a confidentiality agreement. Applications remain active for the current school year. A volunteer must reapply each school year regardless of their date of application. Please allow up to two weeks for processing of your application.

Click on the links below to access applications and information:

* Follow us on Instagram & Facebook:

School Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/FoundersClassicalLeander

Athletics: @FCArchers

Archers Council: @fcaarcherscouncil

Travel Groups: @archersaimfar

Archers in Action: News & Events ~ June 8, 2026 Summer Edition

To ensure a professional appearance, modesty, and consistency, the following requirements are strictly enforced for all students:

1. Style and Fit Requirements

2. Length, Fit, and Modesty Standards

Skirts: Must be worn at the knee.

Shorts and Skorts:

Length: Shorts and skorts must reach just above the knee, but not extend below it.

Fit: Garments must be of a standard uniform fit—not excessively tight or overly loose/baggy.

Waist and Undergarments:

All bottoms must be worn at the natural waist.

Undergarments (including boxers or compression shorts) must never be visible. This policy applies at all times, including during athletic practices and games.