Thursday, May 23, 2013


FRIDAY,  MAY 24

All the FCS News That Is the News This Week
FCS' Newsletter is updated each Friday

THIS EDITION IS BEING PUBLISHED THURSDAY, 
MAY 23, FOR THE LAST TIME THIS SCHOOL YEAR.



ALL SCHOOL NEWS

(Use the scroll bar at the right for navigating
to each division's news)




FELLOWSHIP CLASS OF 2013 GRADUATION 

Thursday, May 23, 7:00 pm, 

Johnson Ferry Baptist Church

The entire Fellowship family is invited to attend. 


FRIDAY, MAY 24
Kindergarten dismisses at 12 noon 
All other Elementary dismisses at 1:00 PM 
Middle School dismisses at 12:15 pm 
High School dismisses at 11:30 am

HAVE A BLESSED AND RESTFUL SUMMER VACATION.

SEE YOU IN  AUGUST!

FCS FINANCIAL POLICY
Before a student’s transcript/records/report card can be released at the end of the school year, FCS financial policy requires all outstanding tuition, fees or any other monies owed to the school be paid in full. A hold will also be placed on RenWeb access until any outstanding balance is paid. This includes book fees, athletic participation fees, after school care tuition and any other school fee. Please contact the appropriate department if you are unsure if you have an outstanding balance for any of these items.

SUMMER OFFICE HOURS
Monday through Friday, May 27 - 31 (due to post planning) the school's office hours will be:
Monday - Closed
Tuesday - 10:30 am - 3:00 pm
Wednesday - 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Thursday - Closed
Friday - Closed

For the remainder of summer, school office hours will be Monday through Thursday, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm. The office will be closed on Fridays and the week of July 4 (July 1-5).

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR VARSITY SOCCER TEAMS
Boys Varsity placed 3rd in the state and our Lady Paladins placed 2nd in the state in the Class A Division.  

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DARAJA CHILDREN'S CHOIR OF AFRICA
Sunday, June 2, FCS Gym 1, 7:00 pm. Get excited because the Daraja Children’s Choir of Africa is coming to FCS. They will be performing Sunday, June 2 in the FCSHS gym at 7:00 p.m. These children of Uganda have suffered severe hardships in their young lives but their love of God is shared through African song and contemporary Christian music. Come take part with these amazing children in a most unique praise and worship experience. Read more...

FELLOWSHIP AND RESTORE ACADEMY
Meet Gloria, our final featured Restore Leadership Academy student in Gulu, Uganda. Read more...

GEORGIA GOAL 
Georgia Goal tax credit cap of $58 million for 2013 has been reached. Thank you to those who have made a tax designation and are helping Fellowship's scholarship program through Georgia Goal. 
  • GOAL will begin accepting forms for 2014 immediately.
  • The easiest way to apply and reserve your spot is with the paperless process. (https://www.goalscholarship.org/for_donors/page/onlinesignature)
  • GOAL will e-mail all individuals who have reserved their spot for a 2014 tax credit in December of 2013, in order to determine if the individual is still interested and able to contribute once approved.
  • GOAL will begin accepting payments on January 1, 2014.
  • GOAL is estimating that the 2014 cap on education expense credits will be met in March 2014.
FELLOWSHIP FUND UPDATE
Parent Participation = 89% 

A BIG THANK YOU to ALL the Fellowship families who have donated and are fulfilling their pledge!  WOW!!! We are so close to our goal of 90% participation! In fact, we need only 5 more families to give to the Fellowship Fund to make it. Fellowship Fund donations can be made through June 30, 2013. If you have not contributed yet there is still time. Any amount is considered a donation....$1.00 to $1 million dollars and up! We need YOUR help today to reach our goal of 90% parent participation. Please prayerfully consider making a donation by simply clicking to make an on-line donation. A participation percentage of 90%+ is an important key to FCS being able to confidently approach foundations for grants and other FREE money. For each percentage point increase, an anonymous donor GIVES us $1,000.00. Not only will you be helping your Fellowship family increase our participation percentage but your dollar amount is also multiplied!

PHYSICALS
All students are required to have a current physical on file before the first day of school. The physical form can be found on the Forms page on FCS website. Physicals must have been performed on or after April 1, 2013.

PALADIN CENTER SUMMER SCHEDULE













GOT ALUMNI NEWS?
We are always looking for news and information about our alumni to feature in each issue of Fellowship Magazine. If you have any fun facts or news about any of our graduates please let us know. Send digital high res photos and information to melinda.williamson@fcspaladins.org or call 770.641.6827.

CHECK OUT THE FCS WEBSITE
2013-2014 School Calendar 

LITTLE PALADINS, BIG PRIDE

FIELD DAY
Friday, May 24, Last day of school, 8:00 am- 1:00 pm. Snow Cones will be available for $1.00 to benefit Wiphan Ministry; also bagged cookies and treats will be sold for 50 cents to benefit Uganda ministry.

LOST AND FOUND
Friday, May 31 is the last day to claim lost articles from Lost and Found. Before you leave us for the summer, please check for articles your child may have misplaced recently. All unclaimed articles will be donated after May 31.

FROM THE LIBRARY
Thank you to the following students and families who have contributed to the Library Book Club this year. Your support for our library has resulted in over 60 new books being placed on the shelves. Many students at FCS will enjoy these books for years to come. Click above for the complete list of students and families.

PTF THANKS
...to all the parents, students and staff for participating in Spirit Day at  Bruster's and supporting your PTF. 

This summer you can still help the PTF earn funds during the summer...
  • Use your FCS Publix Partners card and your Target Red Credit/Debit card
  • Continue to collect Labels, Box Tops and My Coke Rewards
  • Purchase Lands' End FCS approved dress code items
  • Order Schoolkidz before June 16
Kroger is introducing a Community Rewards program this fall by linking your Kroger cars to the FCS account. This is another great program that will help our school's PTF. More information to come in August.

Summer Bridge WorkbooksDon't forget! There will be prizes, a week's worth of dress down passes, and other special privileges awarded to those who complete their workbooks. Have a great summer!

SUMMER TUTORS AVAILABLE
Several Elementary teachers will be available this summer for tutoring in various areas and grade levels. Flyers are outside the ES office for more information

JUST CLICK IT AND FORGET IT...
..until the FCS Meet and Greet in August. Deadline to order Schoolkidz kits is June 16. Order at Schoolkidz. Use FCS account number 84316. It just takes a few moments. Kits go directly to the school and teachers with our child's name on his/her own box. This is an optional program for your convenience and a PTF fundraiser.



HOLDS FOR MS & HS STUDENTS
An unpaid fee for any lost book or book rebinding will result in a HOLD. Grades/report cards will be held and access to RenWeb will be blocked until payment has been made. Required payment forms should have been received from the teacher. Forms may also be obtained in the office when the fee(s) is paid. (Please refer to FCS Financial Policy in All School News above.)

8th GRADE CELEBRATION! - Check out the photographs! 

FINAL NOTES TO STUDENTS
  • Lockers should be cleaned out  before the last day of school. Items left will be thrown away.
  • Be sure to check Lost and Found, as well as athletic shelving and locker rooms. Items left  will will be donated to charity.
  • Please check the office for lost jewelry, phones, eyeglasses, and other valuables.
  • Students should return all books to their teachers to avoid a RenWeb hold.
  • Clip and save Box Tops for Education and use your Publix Partners shopping card
MALIBU ATTIRE
Friday, May 24, 7:45 am - 12:15 pm, Last day of school

  • Shorts must be dress code length; no more than 3" above the knee.
  • Bathing suits may be worn underneath approved clothes.
  • Colored T-shirts with acceptable slogans and writings.
  • Capri pants, jeans, and athletic shorts are acceptable.
  • NO white shorts or shirts, tank tops, or baggie shorts/pants allowed.
  • Students riding go-carts must wear enclosed shoes.
  • Students not riding the go-carts, may wear sandals.

SUMMER MATH PACKET WORKSHOP
Registration deadline: Friday, May 24, fee: $150.00. Students will complete the Summer Math Packets and work on skill building including tips to strengthen their computation abilities and accuracy. Teachers will be Beth Cookston and Kathleen Stroud. A minimum of 12 students is required. Questions? Contact beth.cookston@fcspaladins.org.  Registration Form is available here. The workshop will be held June 17- 21, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, open to students taking Math 6, Math 7 or Pre-Algebra next year.

ADDITIONAL COURSE REQUESTS
Rising 9th grade students were given additional course requests for the 2013-2014 school year during school this week. If a student has any changes or questions, they should contact Mrs. Susie Pridemore, susie.pridemore@fcspaladins.org, by the end of the day tomorrow, Friday, May 24. The courses include:
  • Communication / Social Media
  • Drama
  • Photography / Illustrator
  • Web Design
  • Creative Writing (School Newspaper)
  • Drawing / Painting
  • Stage Production
  • Yearbook
SUMMER INFORMATION
Monday, June 3 information concerning summer reading assignments and summer math packets will be posted on the FCS website, News and Resources News Page. All summer assignments are due the first day of school in the fall. Watch for information regarding school supply lists and yearbook distribution to be posted on the website after July 15.

HIGH SCHOOL LEVEL MATH
Tuesday, July 23 and Thursday, July 25, 1:30-3:00 pm, Rooms 107 and 109, High School Summer Math Packet Help SessionsThese help sessions are available for high school students or any middle school students taking high school math courses (i.e. Geometry or Algebra I) with last minute questions about topics in the packets. Students are to bring their packet, a calculator, and a pencil to the help session. Sessions are free and no sign-up is required.

2013-2014 ELECTIVES
Look for upcoming information regarding 2013-2014 class electives next week; an email will be going out listing what classes will be offered. Priority for choosing electives will be given to 8th grade first, followed by 7th grade, then 6th grade.

WITH GRATEFUL HEARTS...
We would like to thank each parent for sharing your precious children with us this year. It has been a blessing for us to get to know them and you. Thanks to all the parents who worked so hard to make it a successful year. May you have a peaceful and refreshing summer! 
In His service, 
Middle School Faculty, Staff and Administration




 

SENIORS/SENIOR PARENTS
Graduation practice & pictures, May 23, 10:00 am, Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta GA 30068. For individual and group pictures with the photographer, seniors should wear appropriate clothes under their graduation gowns.
Guys: pants and a collared shirt; girls: appropriate shoes.
              
Graduation (Seniors arrive @ 6:30 pm), May 23, 7:00 pm, Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta GA 30068. The entire FCS family is invited to attend.

Fellowship parents partnered with the local Atlanta Bread Company catering division for the annual Senior Reception following graduation. Thank you Atlanta Bread Company for going above and beyond! FCS families - please show your support and gratitude to ABC when you can. We love our community partners!

ADDITIONAL COURSE REQUESTS
Rising 9th grade students were given additional course requests for the 2013-2014 school year during school this week. If a student has any changes or questions, they should contact Mrs. Susie Pridemore, susie.pridemore@fcspaladins.orgby the end of the day tomorrow, Friday, May 24. The courses include:
  • Communication / Social Media
  • Drama
  • Photography / Illustrator
  • Web Design
  • Creative Writing (School Newspaper)
  • Drawing / Painting
  • Stage Production
  • Yearbook
HOLDS FOR MS & HS STUDENTS
An unpaid fee for any lost book or book rebinding will result in a HOLD. Grades/report cards will be held and access to RenWeb will be blocked until payment has been made. Required payment forms should have been received from the teacher. Forms may also be obtained in the office when the fee(s) is paid. (Please refer to FCS Financial Policy in All School News above.)

FINAL NOTES TO STUDENTS
  • Lockers should be cleaned out  before the last day of school. Items left will be thrown away.
  • Be sure to check Lost and Found, as well as athletic shelving and locker rooms. Items left  will will be donated to charity.
  • Please check the office for lost jewelry, phones, eyeglasses, and other valuables.
  • Students should return all books to their teachers to avoid a RenWeb hold.
  • Unofficial transcripts with final grades will be mailed home to students.
SUMMER INFORMATION
Monday, June 3 information concerning summer reading assignments and summer math packets will be posted on the FCS website, News and Resources News Page. All summer assignments are due the first day of school in the fall. Watch for information regarding school supply lists and yearbook distribution to be posted on the website after July 15.

FCS SUMMER SEMINAR
A few spots remain in our Summer Seminar  classes: second sessions of Health Education (June 17-28) and Drivers Education (June 12-21). Contact Bonnie Sellers in the office for more information at bonnie.sellers@fcspaladins.org.

SUMMER MATH PACKETS
High School Summer Math Packets will be posted on the FCS website on Monday, June 3. These packets are mandatory and help students review important math concepts and sharpen their basic skills. The completed packet is due on the first day of school in the fall and counts as the students first test grade in the course.

Tuesday, July 23 and Thursday, July 25, 1:30-3:00 pm, Rooms 107 and 109, Summer Math Packet Help Sessions. These sessions are for high school students with last minute questions about topics in the packets. Students are to bring their packet, a calculator, and a pencil to the help session. Sessions are free and no sign-up is required.

CERTIFICATES OF ATTENDANCE
During the months of June and July, if a Certificate of Attendance is needed by your student for obtaining a driver's license or learner's permit, please submit a request for this document at least two weeks in advance. The certificates are valid for 30 days after the issue date.

SAT/ACT PREP COURSE
Monday through Thursday, July 22 -July 25Registration form and information is on the FCS website. Registration deadline is July 9. This course will provide opportunity to learn test taking strategies for each test section, review pertinent material, and practice each part of the exam.

VOLLEYBALL
Check the Open Gym schedule for girls volleyball. Tryouts will be on August 1.

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