Frequently Asked Questions

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My child will be out today, what should I do?

What is Spirit Day?

What is a Charter School?

Charter schools are public schools that operate with an agreement (or charter) with a state, school district, or governmental entity to provide an enhanced education that is often unavailable within the conventional public schooling setting. These schools are open to all students, do not charge tuition, have no religious affiliation, and must abide by the same state and federal testing, financial, anti-discrimination, health, and safety regulations as all public schools. They typically have higher levels of parent, student, and community involvement and often realize higher student achievement.

Our campus is small by design, which gives it a private school atmosphere where parents, faculty, and staff can work together for the benefit of each child. Though it may seem like a small private school, it is an established, tuition-free public school of choice.

Can students use cell phones on campus?

Do you have a Transportation Department?

Do you have a Special Education and 504 Program?

Do you have a School Nurse?

We have a full-time School Nurse available to assist and care for your student throughout the school day as needed. Should your student have a medical plan (asthma action plan, EpiPen action plan, etc.) please have these documents ready at Back to School Night for the nurse’s review. Any medication should be signed in at Back to School Night or through the office with the Medication Administration Form. All medication must be in the original container and dispensed only by the Nurse.

What is a Classical School or Classical Education?

Does your school have homework?

Students are assigned daily “targeted” homework (as opposed to “busy work”). Homework is an integral part of the school program and aids students in advancing their studies. At Founders Corinth the general guideline for homework length is both connected to research and traditional practice. The expectation is approximately 10 minutes of homework per grade level (e.g. 10 minutes for kindergarten and 1 ½ hours for eighth grade), plus some additional reading. In grades six through twelve, students have study halls where they can begin and complete some homework.

AP and Dual Credit classes will have different guidelines for homework more similar to a college or university.

What grades do you serve?

Do you provide academic placement testing for advancing grade levels?

Do you follow the local ISD calendar?

Does Middle School have a choice of electives?

What are some differences between FCA Corinth and the local ISD?

The classical curriculum can be more rigorous and challenging.

A traditional liberal arts and sciences education.
The behavior policy is of a higher standard.
Students rarely use technology on campus and only with permission.

Handwriting assignments, notes, and exams with excellent penmanship are expected.
Students are not provided nor use Chromebooks, laptops, cell phones, etc.
Latin is the required language taught at FCA Corinth.
Students are required to wear uniforms.
Electives are not offered until 9th grade.
High School classes are honors level with the addition of AP and/or Dual credit options.

Excellent behavior is the expectation.

How do I request a transcript?