Foundation Christian Academy
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FCA Families Welcome:
BELL SHOALS
CHURCH OF CHRIST
Sun. 8:00 a.m.-Early Worship
Sun. 9:15-9:30 Coffee & Donuts
Sun. 9:30 Bible classes (all ages)
Sun. 10:30 a.m.-Late Worship
Sun. 6:00 p.m.-EveningWorship
Wed. 7:00 p.m.-Bible classes

BAY AREA CHURCH OF CHRIST
Sun. 8:30 a.m. Early Worship
Sun.10:00 Bible classes (all ages)
Sun. 11:15 a.m. Late Worship
Wed. 7:30 p.m. Bible classes

NORTH TAMPA
CHURCH OF CHRIST
Sunday Bible Study 2:30 PM
Sunday Worship 3:30 PM
Wednesday Evening 7:30 PM

2008-09
Academic Competitions
Oct- Spelling Bee
Nov- Speech Contest
Dec- Geography Bee
Jan-Math Bowl
Feb-Science Fair
Mar-Poetry Contest
Apr-Art Fair
Apr-Battle of the Books

GO PANTHERS!
To God be the Glory!

Congratulations to Coach Flores and the JV Panther Volleyball Team on their 7-10 record this season!

Hooray to our girls and boys Cross Country Teams! Both teams brought home a first place trophy. We are proud of Noah Lambert for placing 4th in the state for the 2 mile run.

Way to go JV Soccer on your 3rd place victory!

We are most proud of the excellent sportsmanship and Christian attitudes demonstrated by our fabulous Coach Flores and our Foundation athletes. Thank to our devoted parents, our number 1 fans!!!!



THE LIGHTHOUSE
The yearbook committee can accept pictures 3 ways:
-Send digital images via a secure email address: fca_yearbook@groups.mac.com
-Copy your pictures onto a CD
-Turn in the printed hard copy

Include as many details about the pictures as possible. Please put CDs and hard copies in the manila envelope in the yearbook mailbox in the front office. For more information, contact
KELSEY CULM
YEARBOOK EDITOR


FOUNDATION SERVICE PROJECTS
Sept- 7th grade raises money for the Pediatric Cancer Foundation.

Oct- Kindergarten collects pennies each Wednesday before chapel for Mt Dora Children's Home.

Nov-4th graders provide needy families with Thanksgiving Day Baskets.

Dec-6th graders organize for each class to adopt a child from the Mt. Dora Children's Home for Christmas and provide those children with gifts.

Jan- 1st graders collect toiletries and prepare gift bags to deliver to Hawthorne Nursing Home.

Feb-3rd graders collect household goods for Mt Dora Children's Home.

Mar-5th Grade makes shamrocks and sends donated candies to deployed military.

Apr- 2nd Grade collects canned goods for the needy.

May-High School students help a local family with their needs.





BIG AND SMALL WAYS TO CONTRIBUTE TO FCA
*Box Tops for Education
*Nestle Purelife Water Labels
*Campbells Soup Labels
*Target School Program
*Aluminum Recycling
*Ink Jet Cartridge Collection
*Cell Phone Recycling
*Sweetbay
*Spirit Nights at Moes and Shanes


 
UPCOMING EVENTS
Dear Parents of F.C.A. Students,
"Nevertheless the solid foundation of God stands..."
II Timothy 19. The Lord continues to abundantly bless our school as we strive to build a foundation in His word for children. We are thankful to our God for all His goodness. Pray for our school and ask for His guidance for all our FCA /FCHS families.
On behalf of the Foundation teachers and staff, we appreciate the opportunity to assist your child in meeting their educational and spiritual goals.

In His Service,
Sherri A. Smith, Preschool and Elementary Principal
Jonathan P. Smith, Middle School and High School Principal


"Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path."
Psalm 119:105

INFORMATION FOR NEW STUDENTS:

REGISTRATION opens in February for Preschool-10th grades. Call Samantha in the school office to set up a tour. Tours are done on Wednesdays by appointment only.

Students in grades 1st-High School are required to purchase an $8. NKJV student hardcover bible available in the school office, which may not be substituted with a bible from home.

Foundation Planners are required for grades 1st-High School and are available for purchase in the school office.

Students in Kindergarten through High School are required to wear uniforms each day. Preschool students wear uniforms on Chapel Day.

Middle School and High School P.E. students will need to purchase a PE uniform.

*Make sure your child's records are complete with mandatory health forms. Kindergarten and 7th graders may need booster shots.
*Kindergarten-High School must also have a copy of the original social security card and birth certificate on file.
*Tuition is due on the first of each month.
*The gate opens at 8:20. Preschoolers and younger, new students should not do car line their first two weeks of school.

Foundation Fathers Fellowship
Visit www.fcafathers.com for information on upcoming F3 events.

PARENT VOLUNTEERS
To have access to the student buildings during the school day, Foundation requires a $10. background check. See Donna to get more information on this process.

FIELD TRIPS
*Parents intending to drive on field trips need to have a background check, fill our the Automobile Confirmation Form and submit and copy of current auto insurance card and drivers license. See Alice.

















NEWS

SEVERE WEATHER
Foundation Christian Academy and High School will observe the same procedures and closures as Hillsborough County Schools when a hurricane warning or weather alert is issued for this area. Check this website or call the school after 7:00 a.m. and a message will be available with current information. Following an actual hurricane, we will only close if damage is specific to our school and its majority population.
When Hillsborough County closes for reasons other than inclement weather or emergency dismissals, such as using the public schools as shelters for other Florida counties evacuating to Tampa, we will not close. Foundation is not a shelter.


BUY A BRICK
It’s a great time of year to donate a brick in honor of your FCA student or teacher. If you would like to add a brick to the courtyard, forms are available in the office.

FCA EXTENDED CARE:
Before Care Drop off at 7:30.
After Care Pick-Up 6:00.
Sign up in the office prior to service or to sign up for long-term needs. Limited availability.



"for all the thanks can we render to God for you..."
1 Thes 3:9



VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
-library assistants (See Patty)
-lunchroom helpers (See Donna)
-PTF activities (See Renee)