July Newsletter
A Summer Update for FaithWay Christian Academy Parents
Note from the Principal
Dear Parents,
We hope our families are having a great summer making memories together. Below are some key information that should help you as you prepare for opening day.
Within this newsletter you will find:
- Scheduling information for new incoming student's placement test
- Updates on uniforms and supply list
- Reminder about the STEAM fees
- Invoice information for monthly tuition fees
- Information regarding Back-to-School Night (Aug. 9)
- Important links to have - school calendar and Remind
- Short list of upcoming events
Our staff has been diligently preparing for the upcoming school year and finding new ways to support our students and parents. Please contact us with any questions about the upcoming school year.
Serving you joyfully in Christ,
Kimberly Russ
Schedule Your Child's Placement Test
This is only for new incoming 1st grade - 7th grade students . Students returning from last year or students entering K3/K4 or Kindergarten do not need to take the student placement test.
Please use this link to schedule your child's placement test.
Uniform Schedule and Link
We use French Toast to streamline the uniform selection and purchasing process. Attached is the uniform schedule. Embroidery is required for polo shirts. French Toast also offers a variety of sweaters, vests, and jackets that students can wear as a part of their uniform. All sweaters, vests, and jackets require the FCA embroidery.
If your student needs a new blue FCA t-shirt, please complete this form. The cost of each shirt is $15. Please pay online through this link under "6. Student Supplies" OR you can drop off cash/check with a labeled envelope at the school office. Shirts will be given to parents on Back-to-School Night (August 9; 5PM - 6:30PM). Returning students can also use their blue FCA t-shirt from last year.
French Toast items that do not need embroidery and are a part of our uniform schedule can also be found at Costco, Amazon, Walmart online, and Target online. Our families have enjoyed purchasing from these stores because free shipping is often offered.
Student Supply List
The stores are filled with school supplies for families to purchase for the school year. Attached is this year's school supply list. If your child still has supplies that are in good condition from last year, please feel free to use those!
If your child is entering K3/K4, please consider giving a class gift. Mrs. Carisa Winchester has invested so much of her own funds in her classroom, and she would appreciate some help in classroom items and books. Please view her wish list via the following links: classroom items, classroom books.
Reminder: STEAM Fees
Thank you so much for paying your child(ren)'s book fees. Just a reminder that the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) is $50 per semester per student and is due on the first payment of every semester.
Invoice Information for Monthly Tuition Fees
A week before the upcoming tuition fee is due, you will be receiving an invoice via email. If you'd like a printed copy, please let us know. You can pay either through cash/check given to your child's teacher in a labeled envelope or through our online portal. If paying online, thank you for covering the online merchant fee. Through this, you are able to receive full credit for your payment. If needed, please add your students' names in the comment section.
Merchant Fee Breakdown
- Credit/Debit Cards - 2.9% + $0.30
- American Express Charge/Credit/Debit Cards - 3.5% + $0.00
- Bank Transfers (ACH) - 1% + $0.25
Back-to-School Night Information
On Friday, August 9 at 5PM - 7PM, our FCA parents will have a chance to build parent-teacher relationships, and have peace of mind as they gain insight into the school and classroom environment. Light refreshments will be provided. We highly encourage all parents to come.
Parents can also use this time to drop off school supplies instead of the first day of school. This is a parents-only event. Please RSVP using this link.
Important Links to Have
FCA School Calendar
Our online school calendar makes it easy for our families to stay informed about all the important events and activities happening at our school. You can add our school calendar directly to your phone for convenient access to upcoming events, holidays, and other important dates. This will ensure that you never miss out on any school-related schedules. You can view our Google calendar through this link.
For iPhone Users:
- Open the "Settings" app.
- Scroll down and tap on "Mail, Contacts, Calendars."
- Tap "Add Account" and select "Other" -> "Add Subscribed Calendar."
- Copy and paste the following link into the Server field: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/ical/c_2ea5ecf7cbf2845f5def18ec88198599e6306c93382fedfec7c001be3d0522ce%40group.calendar.google.com/public/basic.ics
- Tap "Next" and then "Save" to finish adding the calendar.
- Open the Calendar app.
- Tap the menu button and select "Settings."
- Tap "Add New Account" and select "Add by URL."
- Enter the following calendar link: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/ical/c_2ea5ecf7cbf2845f5def18ec88198599e6306c93382fedfec7c001be3d0522ce%40group.calendar.google.com/public/basic.ics and tap "OK" to save.
Remind App
Remind app as our primary form of communication between the school and our valued parent community. It is a secure and efficient platform that will allow us to share important updates, announcements, and information with you in real-time. By using Remind, we aim to improve communication, enhance parental engagement, and keep you informed about all school-related matters.
If you have a smartphone, you can get push notifications. On your iPhone or Android phone, open your web browser and go to the following link: https://www.remind.com/join/fca-main. Follow the instructions to sign up for Remind. Youโll be prompted to download the mobile app.
If you donโt have a smartphone, you can get text notifications. Text the message @fca-main to the number 81010. If youโre having trouble with 81010, try texting @fca-main to (415) 749-9891. Standard text message rates apply.
Upcoming Events
August 9 - ๐ Back-to-School Night (5PM - 7PM)
August 12 - ๐ First Day of School
August 28 -๐ "I Can" Excellence Awards in Chapel
September 2 - ๐ซ Labor Day / NO SCHOOL
September 20 - ๐ FCA Family Night (5PM - 7PM)
September 25 - ๐ "I Can" Excellence Awards in Chapel / ๐ท Picture Day
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