Fulton Science Academy
ACCREDITED AND STEM CERTIFIED COLLEGE PREP GIFTED SCHOOL
Week of December 16, 2019
Principal's Corner
Dear Students, Faculty, and Parents,
It's hard to believe that we are about to enter into the Winter Holiday Break!
Last week we got to hear beautiful music from our Band and Orchestra students in the Band and Orchestra Winter Performance. You can see a small picture gallery of this event below. Tonight, we get to listen to and see another beautiful performance at our Elementary Winter Musical, "The Nutcracker." The show will begin at 6:00pm tonight!
We will have our Middle & High School Talent Show on Thursday, December 19th! Audition videos were due by midnight last night. We look forward to seeing all of these impressive talents.
The day before the talent show, our Middle School students will get to enjoy their annual winter dance! The dance will take place in the cafeteria from 1pm - 3pm.
We are going to be ending the week with our 1st Semester Award Ceremony for our elementary students. The 1st-3rd grade First Semester Awards Ceremony will take place in the cafeteria from 12:00pm - 12:45pm. The 4th - 5th grade ceremony will take place from 1:30pm - 2:15pm. The Middle & high School Awards will take place after we come back from Winter Break. Keep an eye on the school calendar for the most up to date changes to events at FSA.
Good luck to our Middle and High School students as they take on their finals this week! I know you all will do amazing!
Check out our NEW Athletics Website! This website is our new location to show everything FSA has to offer when it comes to sports!
NO MSA CHICKEN BISCUIT SALES THIS FRIDAY
The MSA will not be selling chicken biscuits this Friday or next. They will be back next semester on Friday mornings with Chick Fil A
Last Week of School Before Winter Break; Reminders
We are at the end of our first semester! We will have NO CLUBS for all students this week (December 16-December 20). Please read the details below regarding important dismissal instructions for these days.
Elementary dismissal will be from 2:25-3:00pm
*PK families may use their regular procedure and pick students up from the classrooms from 2:25-3:00pm
*K families may enter the building using their carpool card and pick students up from the classrooms from 2:25-3:00pm
If you arrive after 3:00pm please park in a designated parking space & use your carpool card to enter the building and get your student from the cafeteria. Please do not park in the traffic circle out front.
Middle/High School dismissal will be from 3:16-3:40pm
*If you have both ES and MS students, you may use the carpool lane to pick up both children at this time
If you arrive after 3:40pm please park in a designated parking space & use your carpool card to enter the building and get your student from the cafeteria. Please do not park in the traffic circle out front.
After care for the week of 12/16-12/20 will begin at 3:40pm and continue until our regular 6:00pm after care time with regular payment times/rates.
Please make arrangements accordingly and let us know if you have any questions!
It's your turn to be #strongertogether and show that you and #fsacares about our #futureleaders
We had a wonderful start to our annual fundraising campaign and we have already raised a total of $110,021 so far this year.
Our goal is to have 100% participation from our families to reach this year's annual fundraising goal of $250,000.
If 100% of our families make a gift (regardless of size), Principal Sener agreed to be slimed! :)
The money raised from this campaign will be used for the third phase of our campus expansion including an athletic field and auditorium among other improvements.
Any person donating $1,000 or more will earn a brick that will be placed at the entrance of our school.
A heartfelt thank you for contributing to our annual fundraising. We are stronger together.
Why does the FSA Have an Annual Fund?
Every day at Fulton Science Academy, we continue our journey towards becoming a top school in the nation by providing an innovative STEAM curriculum that benefits each individual student. Our journey is just beginning and you are an important part of it!
How Do I Donate?
A new, convenient website has been created for secure online gifts: http://donate.fultonscienceacademy.org/donate
What is the Annual Fund?
The FSA Annual Fund is the cornerstone of Fulton Science Academy’s fundraising efforts. This crucial fund is an important part of our school’s journey. Gifts enable us to invest in important resources for the children that are not covered by tuition alone. Your gift shows confidence in our school’s mission to inspire confident, compassionate students and build leaders who demonstrate exceptional character.
Who Benefits from the FSA Annual Fund?
Our precious students are always our primary focal point and our very top priority! Every single child brings such uniqueness to FSA, and we see every child as a gift! We teach our students about the impact one person can make in life. One unique question posed during a class can spark lively debate. One smile can turn someone’s frown upside down. One teacher can make a life-long impact on your son or daughter. The actions of one can positively impact so many others! Giving is a wonderful and contagious experience. A gift to the FSA Annual Fund benefits the entire FSA school.
Why Should I Give?
We hope you would donate the FSA Annual Fund because you believe in the work of our school, you support the passion and dedication of our faculty, and you can see the positive impact an FSA education is having on your child. Contributions to the Annual Fund will be put to use right away and will help pay for expenses that are not covered by tuition alone such as extracurricular activities and building expansion.
How Much Should I Give?
Please consider giving as much as you can! The gift of education is a gift that keeps on giving. To help us reach our goal, a donation of $300 per student is suggested, but every gift helps! Whether your contribution is $10, or $10,000, giving offers a positive statement of your belief in FSA and pride in your family’s FSA experience. This year, our gifts have ranged from $10 to $25,000 each.
When Should I Donate?
The earlier we receive your donation, the sooner we can put it to use to benefit our students. While we encourage all families to make their pledges by December 31, Annual Fund payments are accepted until June 30. For maximum year-end tax benefits, we suggest a donation before 12/31/19.
Can Others Donate?
Yes! Please share our donation link with friends, family, and others.
I Already Pay Tuition. Why Am I Being Asked to Pay More to the School?
Put quite simply, given our competitive rates, if we relied on tuition alone to fund the many wonderful attributes that make FSA so special, our tuition costs would skyrocket. Most prestigious private schools like ours rely upon robust Annual Funds with contributions from families that directly support every aspect of school life.
Your gift(s) to the FSA Annual Fund supports the people and programs that make us an award-winning private school. Through these tax-deductible gifts, we are able to recruit and retain talented teachers, offer small class sizes, provide cutting-edge technology, enjoy award-winning extracurricular teams, and fill our beautiful new campus with laughter, learning, and life-long friendships that form while studying here.
Is FSA Able to Receive Matching Gifts from My Company?
Absolutely! FSA welcomes corporate support through sponsorships and generous matching gift programs. Please ask your employer about Matching Gift Programs that support K–12 schools. This is a great way to double and sometimes triple your gift to FSA. Please check with your employer.
Are Donations Tax Deductible?
Yes. As a registered nonprofit, all gifts are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. If you make a gift online, you will receive a customized thank you email that can also serve as a receipt for your donation.
Are There Incentives to Donate?
Although we would hope your primary purpose for donating is to support the campaign and show your long-term investment in our school and the education we are so honored to provide to your child(ren), we also recognize the value and value of celebrating when milestones are reached. As such, we have established rewards ranging from dress down days to catered lunches to ice cream socials, depending upon the percent of parent participants. Best of all, if 100% of our families make a gift (regardless of size), Principal Sener has agreed to be slimed! :)
Who Should I Contact with Questions?
Our door is always an open door! Please contact me at ksener@fultonscienceacademy.org for any questions you might have.
Sincerely,
Advancement Office
Fulton Science Academy Private School
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Thank you to all the 3rd grade parent volunteers who helped make the teacher’s luncheon a huge success.
Mark your calendars: middle school will have a winter dance on Wednesday from 1pm to 3pm, in the gym. We’re looking forward to seeing the kids there!
SAVE THE DATE
March 22nd 2020- International Night 2pm to 5pm.
If you are interested in participating, please email fsa.international2020@gmail.com
Mission
To establish an educational framework designed to achieve the highest academic results and instill enduring strength of character by leveraging innovation and STEAM curriculums for college preparedness and lifelong student success.
Vision
Fulton Science Academy Private School envisions to be a nationally ranked and recognized school for pre-K through 12th grade, serving advanced and gifted student populations committed to academic success, civic responsibility, global citizenship, and high ethical values within a safe environment that celebrates diversity and is nurtured by the collaborative efforts of its stakeholders and the broader community.
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Monthly Calendar - December
Monday, December 16: Elementary Winter Musical ( The Nutcracker ) 6:00pm
Tuesday, December 17
- 8:00am - 10:00am (HS MATH FINALS)
- 10:30am - 12:30am (HS LANGUAGE ARTS FINALS)
Wednesday, December 18
- 8:00am - 10:00am (HS SCIENCE FINALS)
- 10:30am - 12:30am (HS SOCIAL STUDIES FINALS)
- Elementary Winter Celebration
- Middle School Winter Dance (1pm - 3pm)
Thursday, December 19
- 8:00am - 10:00am (HS ELECTIVES FINALS)
- 10:30am - 12:30am (HS WORLD LANGUAGE FINALS)
Friday, December 20:
- Last Day of First Semester
- 1st - 3rd Grade First Semester Award Ceremony; 12:00pm - 12:45pm
- 4th - 5th Grade First Semester Award Ceremony; 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Monday, December 23 - Sunday, January 5: Winter Holiday Break
Monday, January 6: 1st Day of Second Semester
Thursday, January 9: Middle School Award Ceremony (beginning at 1:30pm)
1st Semester Finals Schedule for Middle and High School beginning december 17
Middle Schoolers taking High School Courses should pay close attention to this schedule.
First Semester Finals Schedule:
- High School students will be allowed to leave for the day once they have completed all of their finals for that particular day. High School students will be allowed to leave for the day once they have completed all of their finals for that particular day. If a high school students needs or wants to stay after they complete their final, they will have a designated area to report to where they can either study for another final or work on other school related assignments
- Middle School students will follow their normal class schedule once they finish their final exam
Tuesday, December 17
- 8:00am - 10:00am (MATH FINALS)
- 10:30am - 12:30am (LANGUAGE ARTS FINALS)
Wednesday, December 18
- 8:00am - 10:00am (SCIENCE FINALS)
- 10:30am - 12:30am (SOCIAL STUDIES FINALS)
Thursday, December 19
- 8:00am - 10:00am (ELECTIVES FINALS)
- 10:30am - 12:30am (WORLD LANGUAGE FINALS)
FINAL EXAMS EXEMTION POLICY
Students taking a high school course are able to exempt up to two final exams per semester when they meet the below requirement:
No more than 3 absences in the class that they wish to be exempted
School approved absences will not be counted against the student, such as
-Academic & athletic competitions
-Death/loss - up to 3 days requirements:
-Religious holidays
Being sick will not count as a school approved absence excuse towards final exam exemption
Must have a 95% or more in the class for which student is trying to exempt exam
Grade will be assessed as unweighted; weighted points for Honors and AP will not count towards final exam exemption
Must have no ISS, no OSS, and not more than two lunch detentions.
Student must have parent sign final exam exemption form and return that to their teacher as verification of exemption before finals week.
YOU CAN PICK UP FINAL EXAM EXEMPTION FORMS AT MRS. GRIFFIS' OFFICE
A look Back at the Winter Band and Orchestra Concert
Middle School Winter Dance THIS WEDNESDAY; 1pm - 3pm
Private Music Winter Recital
We look forward to resuming lessons the first week of Spring Semester. Happy Holidays!
Reading Bowl Team & the MNT Sponsors Family for North Fulton Community Charities
The FSA Elementary Reading Bowl Team, led by head coaches Mrs. Wisniewski and Ms. Khan, teamed up with the FSA Mustang News Team to sponsor a family in need from North Fulton Community Charities. Together, the team was able to provide the struggling family with much-needed items, such as clothes, gift cards, and holiday gifts for their children. Not all contributing students or team members are pictured, but we are so happy and proud to see our FSA students coming together and giving so much of themselves to help their local communities. If you are interested in sponsoring a family yourself or with a team or group, please reach out and contact North Fulton Community Charities directly: https://nfcchelp.org/how-we-help/ .
#FSACares
Coder School Second Semester Club Sign Up
Yoga Club at FSA with Grounded Kids Yoga
E2YoungEngineers STEM & Robotics - After School Program - Spring 2020 - Enrollment
Dear Parents,
!E2YoungEngineers North Atlanta - STEM & Robotics classes at FSA - Spring 2020!
Who is ‘E2YoungEngineers North Atlanta’?
E2YoungEngineers is a premier STEM & Robotics education provider in North Atlanta. We provide an environment where children become Creative Thinkers, Engineers and Problem Solvers while having fun working on STEM & Robotics projects. We are passionate about making students rediscover the joy of learning, develop confidence building practical science models, understand and apply STEM principles to real world problems.
What programs are offered?
· Name: STEM & Robotics
· Grades: 1-4
· Day/Time: Weekly once; Tuesday or Thursday batches (Pick one); 3:30pm – 5:00pm;
· Duration: Jan - May
· Cost:
o $295/- for full semester (includes 10% early bird discount if enrollment before 12/22/2019)
o $325/- for full semester (after the early bird discount)
When will the classes start?
Register here for Spring 2020. (http://northatlanta.e2youngengineers.com/fsa/).
Where can I find more information?
Please see the flyer below about the programs. Please also check our website (http://northatlanta.e2youngengineers.com/our-programs/) for in-depth information.
4th Grade Class Wins Smoothie Contest by Atlanta Lunch Co.!
Elementary Spelling Bee; Coming Soon!
Dear 3rd - 5th grade students and families,
We will be holding our Elementary Spelling Bee Competition at Fulton Science Academy when we return from the holiday break. Students in grades 3-5 will begin the competition in their Reading/Language Arts classroom on Monday, January 27th . The classroom winner and runner up will move on to our elementary school-level spelling bee where all winners from 3rd, 4th and 5th grade classrooms will compete against each other for the title of Elementary Spelling Bee Champion at FSA.
A list for your child’s appropriate grade level will be uploaded to your child’s Reading and Language Arts courses on FSA Connect. These can be found at the top of these courses under “Resources”. Students can utilize these word lists to help prepare for their classroom competition if they choose to do so. I have also attached a copy of the word lists to this email for your reference.
Important Dates:
Wednesday, December 18th
- Word lists for each grade level will be uploaded to FSA Connect. These can be used as a study resource to prepare for the classroom round.
Monday, January 27th
- All students in grades 3-5 will compete in their classroom during their Reading/Language Arts period. Classroom winners will be announced!
Tuesday, January 28th
- Classroom winners will receive the school-wide spelling bee study materials for preparation.
Monday, February 24th
- Classroom winners from 3rd-5th grade will compete in the school-level spelling bee during their Reading/Language Arts period.
If you have any questions, please contact csanchez@fultonscienceacademy.org
January Menus + Holiday Greetings | Atlanta Lunch Co.
What a great way to remove the stress of back to school by getting your January ordering out of the way.
Website: atlantalunch.com,
Download the app Hot Lunch App
Campus Code: FSA1
From all of us at Atlanta Lunch Co., thank you for a wonderful 2019!
We wish you an amazing holiday season and a great new year! We will see you back in 2020
Are you interested in being on the Mustang News? Do you love science? Then listen up!
Are you interested in being on the Mustang News? Do you love science? Then listen up!
Every Thursday, there is a segment on the Mustang News call the "Big Bang." This segment involves researching and learning about a scientific current event. A Mustang News member will then interview you about your selected topic, and your interview will air on the following Thursday. Please know that you must be in at least 6th grade to participate.
If you are interested in being on this segment, please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf8iDLIRzVZBqziEKvwoQhgXqPNeLWNEAJDgFKae1CXmDy0lQ/viewform?usp=sf_link.
A Mustang News member will get in touch with you about the segment and will give you a timeline for completing your research.
Math Kangaroo 2020 Registration (Grades 1 thru 12) started already, please act soon!
Every student interested in can participate in Math Kangaroo 2020! Any student in grades 1 through 12 qualifies if he or she can work independently: read and answer a multiple choice test. You don’t have to be a part of a math team. Registration for Math Kangaroo 2020 Competition has already started and ends on December 15th 2019. You may choose any location (Johns Creek, Duluth etc.) however registration fills up very quickly! Please act very soon!
For more information, please check below link.
http://www.mathkangaroo.us/mk/rules.html
Registration: Each student interested in asked to register independently and participate independently. When registering, you must choose a location first. However registration fills up very quickly, please register as early as possible.
Please use the link below to register your child to the competition if interested in.
Please keep your registration information handy and set up a reminder in your phone or outlook/email since competition will take place months later, Thursday March 19th, March 2020. Also, please keep a copy of your confirmation email you will receive right after registration is completed!
http://www.mathkangaroo.us/mk/default.html
How to prep:
Practice Questions: Sample practice questions may be found at the link below.
http://www.mathkangaroo.us/mk/sample_questions.html
If you have any questions, please email Ms. Duzyol at sduzyol@fultonscienceacademy.org.
Easy Supply List
Need a top up on your child’s school supplies but don’t have the time to run to the store? Here’s an option from one of FSA’s newest partners and it’s as easy as 123… just …
SEARCH: Go to www.easysupplylist.com and search for the school supply bundle you need.
BUY: Click on the item to checkout.
RECEIVE: Receive your package at school. NO Delays. NO needed follow-ups.
That’s how easy it is to get your school supplies. While it is a great service to use at the start of the school year, it is not limited to that time frame. Not only are you getting a tailor made service but you are also doing a good deed and giving back to FSA and another worthy cause with your purchase. As a percentage of sales will be donated back to FSA annually and The Joshua Bembo Project. A cause that supports research to fund inoperable brain tumors, www.joshuabembo.com / www.gcregistry.com
FSA Sideline Store
20% off $100 orders only applies to select product on BSN SPORTS Sideline Store.
Exclusions apply. Offer valid while supplies last.
The FSA Sideline Online Store allows the user to select the item, color, logo, and team whether it be academic or athletic; even different sayings! The possibilities are endless! There is everything from cotton shirts to Dri-Fit Nike or UA workout shirts and so much more! Get the perfect item to rep FSA whether outside of school or for Spirit Days!
CLICK HERE TO VISIT OUR SIDELINE STORE
SMART TUITION
FSAPS Tuition Information: http://fultonscienceacademy.org/tuition-information/
Smart Tuition is the tuition management system used by FSA. In addition to tuition, all incidental billing such as aftercare fees, sports and academic team fees, trips, etc., is also done through Smart Tuition. There is a $50 yearly fee for Smart Tuition.
If you have not set up your account or are having trouble setting up your account, please contact our Business Administrator Abdurrahim Kurt by phone or email.
Phone: (678) 366 - 2555 ext. 105
Home Visits; A Great Activity for Your Student, No Matter Their Grade Level!
Here is some feedback from our parents:
- “Early in the school year, a group of teachers took the time to come to our home to meet us and discuss the school program with us. That event brought us back to the time in which schooling was a true partnership between parent and teacher and reaffirmed in our minds that FSA truly cares about the development of our children”
- “We even had two teachers visit us at our home. They were a pleasure to meet and we could clearly see how much they enjoy teaching students.”
- “Thank you very much for your visit and the chocolates yesterday. We enjoyed having you over very much. I also want to thank you for turning math from the most complicated and somewhat scary subject into one of our most favorites.”
- “We all enjoyed your visit last night to our home. It was such a pleasure to informally get to know both of you. My son thought it was really cool that two teachers came to his house. He talked about it the whole way to school this morning in carpool. Personally, I admire the dedication you both have for your jobs. It makes a big difference in a student’s attitude toward school. Your visit left no doubt in my mind that FSA was the right decision for my son.”
- “I just wanted to write on behalf of my husband and I and thank you for visiting our child. He loved having you both come and visit. We appreciate the level of caring and attention that you have consistently shown our family. It is rare to see such a dedication from teachers for their jobs. We can tell that you love teaching and you care for our children. Thank you for visiting our child when he was not feeling well.”
How can I schedule a home visit?
Very simple.
To schedule an elementary school home visit: Simply email junal@fultonscienceacademy.org with some suggested dates/times, as well as your students' name(s) and homeroom assignments. Ms. Unal will be in touch to confirm final details.
To schedule a middle or high school school home visit: Simply email sduman@fultonscienceacademy.org with some suggested dates/times, as well as your students' name(s) and homeroom assignments. Mr. Duman will be in touch to confirm final details.
Depending on our teacher’s availability, at least two teachers will be together to visit our students and parents at their homes. The best times to schedule a home visit are weekdays after 5:00 pm, and anytime during the weekends, except Sunday mornings. For any questions you have about this program, send an e-mail to homevisit@fultonscienceacademy.org
FSAConnect mobile App
We are happy to inform you that now you can check fsaconnect by mobile app.
Here is how you can access the app:
ITunes App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/radix-mobile/id1159005166?mt=8
Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.radix.radixmobile
The links can also be found at the bottom of your connect page by the other social media links.
A pop-up banner will appear on top of the screen when users access the school connect on their mobile devices.
Site link: https://fsaconnect.fultonscienceacademy.org
Username: fsaconnect username
Password: fsaconnect password
PLEASE SIGN UP FOR REMIND, OUR SCHOOL NOTIFICATION APPlication
JOIN FSAPS REMIND HERE: https://www.remind.com/join/fsaps
We have created a remind account to keep our community informed and up-to-date with what is happening at our school.
By joining "FSAPS remind," you will receive messages via push notifications, SMS, or e-mail. We recommend SMS option for our families and students.
We will use this tool as an addition to other communication portals we use at our school to keep our families apprised of what's happening at Fulton Science Academy. Thank you.
FSA SOCIAL MEDIA
Please connect with us online and grow our social media following!
FSA is proud to be building a strong social media presence and we encourage you to follow us using one or more of the following links:
1- FSA YOUTUBE CHANNEL
https://www.youtube.com/user/FultonScienceAcademy
If you subscribe to our YouTube channel, you will receive notifications whenever we upload a new video.
2- FSA FACEBOOK PAGE
https://www.facebook.com/FultonScienceAcademyPrivateSchool/
Many of you already follow our Facebook page. If you are not yet connected, please “Like" our Facebook page.
3- FSA INSTAGRAM
https://www.instagram.com/fultonscienceacademy/
We post lots of pictures on our Instagram account. You will enjoy seeing new pictures every day.
4- FSA LINKEDIN
https://www.linkedin.com/company/fulton-science-academy-private-school
So many of you have LinkedIn accounts. To get news about our school on LinkedIn, simply follow our schools’s LinkedIn page.
5 –FSA TWITTER
https://twitter.com/fsaprivate
Twitter is a great way to get updated about school. Simply follow our school on Twitter to get recent tweets from our school.
Fulton Science Academy Private School
Serving Advanced and Gifted Students
Pre-K through High School
Email: ksener@fultonscienceacademy.org
Website: www.fultonscienceacademy.org
Location: 3035 Fanfare Way, GA, United States
Phone: (678) 366-2555
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FultonScienceAcademyPrivateSchool
Twitter: @fsaprivate