Archers in Action
Archers in Action ~ December 11, 2024
News, Events & Announcements
A Message from Headmaster, Ms. Loy
➶Arrows Up!
Thank you for supporting the events last week! Aren't our volunteers and faculty amazing!?
This Week Around Campus….
Online Paperpie Book Sale through December 13
Online Paperpie Book Sale through 12/13
The on-campus book sale may be over, but you can still shop the book sale online at this link. Be sure to check out the teacher’s Paperpie Book Wishlists. View their wishes here:Paperpie BookShelf 2024 (Responses)
Muffins in the Morning on Friday, 12/13
A variety of flavors. Sold along the carline for $2 each. Cash only.
Wish Tree
The Wish Tree will be on display until December 20. Consider picking an ornament and granting a wish to a teacher or staff. You can also check out their favorite things list. ~ Teacher's Favorite Things ~ Thank you for your kindness and generosity.
Fine Arts Winter Showcase Video Review
In case you missed it, the Winter Fine Arts Showcase took place last week showcasing the incredible talents of our student orchestra led by Mr. Stiglich and art from students in K-12th grade taught by Mrs. Horton, Grammar and Mrs. Augustiniak, Upper School and Floral Design class taught by Mrs. Pluenneke.
Thank you to all of the volunteers who helped make the event possible and the Fine Arts Committee for their support. If you missed the showcase, come check this video review and come by the Grammar school to see the art in person. It will be displayed through December 20.
Paid Teacher-led Tutoring is Now Offered
Teacher-led tutoring for grammar and upper students is now being offered.
Recommended payment: The recommended rate is $40-50/hour. Teachers who tutor in advanced subjects like Calculus, advanced science, philosophy, or advanced writing may charge more—$60 or $70 per hour.
Tutoring cannot take place on campus. Please make other arrangements with persons on this
Tutoring list.pdf Please contact each person individually with questions.
Reminder: Colder Weather & Coats = More Lost & Found
The cold weather means cold recesses and more lost and found. Please send your child with a warm coat and check the lost and found if it goes missing. Since the weather changes, lost and found is overflowing.
Get Your 2024-2025 Yearbook Before Price Increases on December 31!
The 2024-2025 FCA Leander Yearbook will be available for $35 until December 31, 2024. On January 1 the price will increase to $40 and orders will close on January 31. This is the last chance to order a yearbook for this school year.
There are two ways to buy a yearbook:
Online at Balfour.com and via a QR code scan (see above).
Request: Communal Supplies are Needed
Communal supplies are dwindling as we go into the spring semester. Please consider donating some of these supplies. Thank you.
- Reams of paper
- Kleenex boxes
- Paper dinner size plates
- Paper towel rolls
Save the Dates…
December 17 ~ Ribbon Cutting for the New Sherwood Forest (Seniors 2024 Class Gift)
If you haven’t seen the updated Sherwood Forest, consider coming out for an official ribbon cutting onTuesday, December 17 at 4:00 PM. Sherwood Forest continues to be a spot for teachers to host class outdoors and a gathering spot for lunch. Take a video tour of Sherwood Forest here.
The new amphitheater, a longtime dream of Founders Classical Academy Leander, has finally come to life thanks to the Senior Class of 2024, the Helal family, and the skilled construction by Five Oaks Custom Builders. Thank you from all of us at FCA Leander.
February 13 ~ *Save the Date: Grandparents Breakfast & Open House !
We’re thrilled to announce the **Annual Grandparents Breakfast & Open House** —a heartwarming tradition that celebrates our amazing grandparents and the love they bring to our lives!
**When?** February 13, 2025
**Where?** Details coming soon!
Bring your appetite and your favorite grandparent(s)! Let's make it a morning filled with laughter, delicious food, and cherished memories! Seating is limited, so we kindly ask that parents allow this to be a special event for grandparents and their grandchildren.
Stay tuned for more info—this is one event grandparents won’t want to miss!
Reminders from Last Week's AiA Content
Ongoing Reminders
-Submit the Annual Socioeconomic Form for 2024-2025
Responsive Education Solutions is required to collect and report the socioeconomic status of each student to the Texas Education Agency (TEA) for purposes of the annual state accountability ratings and for federal reporting. If you haven’t already done so, please complete a socioeconomic form for each student via Skyward or by printing and submitting the form(s) to Ms. Lunetta in the Upper School Office. Click here to access and print a form. Please direct questions to Ms. Lunetta at [email protected]
-Be in the Know with Our School News App Stay in the know with the latest announcements, events, and important information, right at your fingertips. Download it now on your Apple or Android device and make sure you never miss a beat!Find easy set up instructions here. https://edlio.com/apps/pages/SchoolNewsApp
-RES Parent/Student Handbook & Acknowledgement Forms Now on SkywardQ Family Portal
The 2024-25 Parent/Student Handbook has been approved by the ResponsiveEd Texas Board of Directors and published on the RES website..The Handbook Acknowledgement Online Form is now available in the Parent Portal (Family Access) for review and submission.
-Need a school planner? If so, we have FCA planners for purchase in the Upper or Grammar School Front Offices.
-Golden Chick Contributes to Founders Through December 29, $.50 from every order of Golden Chick’s new Churros will go directly to local schools like ours! Founders was specifically picked to be the recipient of funds raised by Golden Chick.
News about Volunteering
Check out the events that will take place this week. Volunteer opportunities can always be found at this link.
Reminder: You Must be an Approved Volunteer to Help on Campus
2024-2025 Volunteer Applications
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 3 weeks for processing of your application.
- Detailed instructions for how to submit a volunteer application can be found in this document.
- 2024-2025 Volunteer Application
- 2024-2025 Driving Application
- Read and follow the Guidelines for Founders Archer Volunteers
- Complete the Confidentiality Agreement
News from the Athletic Department
Founders Athletics Website
Keep up with all the action happening with Founders Athletics at our new website @ fan.hudl.com/arrowsup Find schedules, buy home game tickets, live stream, see scores and highlights and so much more.
Please contact the Athletic Director, Coach McClallen, at [email protected] with questions or comments.
Handbook Reminder
RES Parent/Student Handbook & Acknowledgement Forms Now on SkywardQ Family Portal
The 2024-25 Parent/Student Handbook has been approved by the ResponsiveEd Texas Board of Directors and published on the RES website..The Handbook Acknowledgement Online Form is now available in the Parent Portal (Family Access) for review and submission.
Mental Health Resources
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.
Calendars ~ Public, Athletics, College Transitions
➶The FCA Leander Public calendar contains all school sponsored events.
➶The Archers Athletics SportsYou calendar contains the game schedules and tryout information.
➶The College Counseling calendar has information about testing dates, college admissions visits, and other college events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Archers Shopping
2024-2025 Faculty/Staff (as of 12.02.2024)
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 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.
2024-2025 Volunteer Application
For more information about our Archer Hours program, please visit our Volunteer Toolkit.
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