Thank you for your interest in Foundation Academy Virtual Learning(FAVL) for grades six through twelve.
In pursuit of educational excellence in assisting our community, the mission of this program is to extend Kingdom education, by using the digital learning environment, to assist parents by helping equip students to embrace biblical truth, strive for academic excellence and model Christ-like leadership to influence their homes, churches, and communities for Christ. Families choosing the FA Virtual Learning program would be committing to a full year of the program.
Our Partnership
Parents and guardians will have access to monitor the students' accounts to track their progress with their online courses. Each student may virtually meet with the assigned grade level academic advisor two times each academic school year. Our Director of FAVL will be here to provide support to our families by coordinating with Student Affairs to manage enrollment strategies, assist with course offerings, oversee the online courses, and coordinate opportunities for the students to attend on-campus after school activities including athletics and Fine Arts. Students successfully completing coursework with FAVL through twelfth grade will graduate with a Foundation Academy college preparatory diploma and may participate in the FA commencement ceremony.
The Courses
Unlike a traditional classroom, the online instructors do not lecture, and there is no live classroom component (asynchronous learning). Asynchronous learning allows a student to learn on their own schedule, within a designated time frame. Students can access and complete lectures, reading, homework, and other learning materials and activities at any time during the course’s predetermined time frame. Students are required to have their own computer or laptop along with speakers or headphones, a microphone, and a camera to complete coursework. Specific system requirements will be available at the time of acceptance.
The Instructors
Courses are facilitated by subject-certified Christian teachers who involve students through discussion forums, email, and scheduled calls, and chats. They are here to support the students by answering subject-related questions, grade non-computerized assessments, offer appropriate feedback, and encourage students to stay on target.
Characteristics of Successful Online Learners:
Ideal student candidates for online learning are students who are self-motivated, self-directed, comfortable using technology, and have reliable computer and internet access.
Proctored Exams
To guarantee academic integrity, students are required to have a proctor for semester exams. The school will indicate who your child’s exam proctor will be.
The Enrollment Process
If you are interested in applying please contact the admissions department at Tilden.Admissions@FoundationAcademy.net and they will be happy to assist you in your next steps to join our FAVL family.
15304 Tilden Road, Winter Garden, Florida 34787
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◦ Academic Advising (Twice Per Year)
◦ Foundation Academy Diploma
◦ Graduation Ceremony
◦ Honors, AP, & Dual Enrollment Options
◦ Athletic & Extracurricular Participation
◦ Annual Standardized Testing Required
◦ School Day Preparation (Chapel, Club, & Activities) Building a Foundation for Life
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Foundation Academy ranks consistently among the top private Christian schools in Central Florida. Foundation Academy is proud to be a Kingdom Education school.
In 1958 Foundation Academy opened its doors to the students and families of Central Florida. We intended to treat and teach each child as a unique creation in Christ and partner with parents and the church to build a foundation for life; over 65+ years later, that remains true.
Foundation Academy, a K-3 through 12th-grade private Christian school, was founded in 1958 as a ministry of Winter Garden’s First Baptist Church. All grades were housed at the church campus until 2007, when the Upper School grades moved to a new 70-acre property in south Winter Garden. In 2019 a third campus began at Family Church Windermere, Lakeside campus, and served K - 6th grade. Currently, Foundation Academy serves 1100 students in grades K-3 through 12.
ADMINISTRATION
David Buckles, M.B.A. School President
Jacquelyn Conover Chief Academic Officer
Sarah Gibson Middle School Guidance Counselor
2024-2025 MIDDLE SCHOOL PROFILE
Foundation Academy, a private Christian school in Winter Garden, FL, partners with families and the church to build a firm foundation for life through Christ-centered education.
SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY
CONTACT
Tilden.Admissions@FoundationAcademy.net
ACCREDITATIONS
(H) - Class offered as Honors 15304 Tilden Road Winter Garden, FL 34787 407.877.2744 FoundationAcademy.net
Foundation Academy, a Pre-K3 through 12th grade private Christian school, was founded in 1958 as a ministry of Winter Garden’s First Baptist Church. All grades were housed at the church campus until 2007 when the upper school grades moved to a new 70-acre property in south Winter Garden. In 2019, the Lakeside Campus was established to serve as an additional elementary campus. Lakeside is planned to grow a grade level each school year through 6th grade. Students will then transition to our Tilden Campus for 7th through 12th grade. Currently, Foundation Academy serves over 1,000 students in grades Pre-K3 through 12. The school continues to grow and thrive as a part of the Orlando Metropolitan area, which is supported by tourism, aerospace, entertainment, and technology industries.
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
ENGLISH
A Ministry of Winter Garden’s First Baptist AFFILIATIONS
(1.0) MS Language Arts 1 (H) , (1.0) MS Language Arts 2 (H) , (1.0) MS Language Arts 3 (H)
MATHEMATICS
(1.0) MS Math 1 (H), (1.0) MS Math 2 (H), (1.0) Pre-Algebra
SCIENCE
(1.0) MS Comprehensive Science 1 (H), (1.0) MS Comprehensive Science 2 (H), (1.0) MS Comprehensive Science 3 (H)
HISTORY & SOCIAL STUDIES
(1.0) MS World History (H), (1.0) MS Civics (H), (1.0) MS US History (H)
BIBLE WORLD LANGUAGES
(0.5) MS Biblical Literacy & Interpretation, (1.0) MS Life of Christ , (1.0) MS Lightbearers (H)
(1.0) MS Beginning Spanish, (1.0) MS Intermediate Spanish
ELECTIVES TECHNOLOGY
(0.5) MS Business Keyboarding , (1.0) MS Coding 1a: Intro, (1.0) MS Exploring Information Technology
FINE ARTS
(1.0) MS 2D Studio Art , (1.0) MS Exploring Music
GENERAL ELECTIVES
(1.0) MS Career Exploration 1, (1.0) MS Group Sports, (0.5) MS Health, (1.0) MS Journalism (0.5) MS Physical Education, (0.5) MS Thinking & Learning Strategies
ADMINISTRATION
David Buckles, M.B.A. School President
Jacquelyn Conover Chief Academic Officer
2024-2025 HIGH SCHOOL PROFILE
Foundation Academy, a private Christian school in Winter Garden, FL, partners with families and the church to build a firm foundation for life through Christ-centered education.
SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY
CONTACT
Carol Caines, M.B.A. Director of Guidance and College Placement 15304 Tilden Road Winter Garden, FL 34787 407.877.2744 FoundationAcademy.net
Tilden.Admissions@FoundationAcademy.net
AFFILIATIONS
ACCREDITATIONS
(H) - Class offered as Honors
Foundation Academy, a Pre-K3 through 12th grade private Christian school, was founded in 1958 as a ministry of Winter Garden’s First Baptist Church. All grades were housed at the church campus until 2007 when the upper school grades moved to a new 70-acre property in south Winter Garden. In 2019, the Lakeside Campus was established to serve as an additional elementary campus. Lakeside is planned to grow a grade level each school year through 6th grade. Students will then transition to our Tilden Campus for 7th through 12th grade. Currently, Foundation Academy serves over 1,000 students in grades Pre-K3 through 12. The school continues to grow and thrive as a part of the Orlando Metropolitan area, which is supported by tourism, aerospace, entertainment, and technology industries.
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
ENGLISH
(1.0) English 1 (H), (1.0) English 2 (H), (1.0) English 3 (H), (1.0) English 4 (H), (1.0) AP English Language & Composition, (1.0) AP English Literature & Composition
(1.0) Apologetics, (1.0) Basic Bible Doctrine (H), (0.5) Biblical Truth & Worldview (H) (0.5) Life Shaping Decisions (H), (0.5) New Testament Survey, (0.5) Old Testament Survey (1.0) Understanding the Times
HISTORY & SOCIAL STUDIES
(1.0) Global Studies, (0.5) US Government (H),(1.0) US History (H), (1.0) World Geography (1.0) World History (H), (1.0) AP Human Geography, (0.5) AP Macroeconomics (0.5) AP Microeconomics, (0.5) AP US Government & Politics, (1.0) AP US History (1.0) AP World History: Modern
WORLD LANGUAGES
(1.0) American Sign Language 1, (1.0) Chinese 1, (1.0) Chinese 2 , (1.0) Chinese 3 (H) (1.0) French 1, (1.0) French 2 , (1.0) German 1, (1.0) German 2 , (1.0) Latin 1, (1.0) Latin 2 (1.0) Latin 3 (H), (1.0) Spanish 1 , (1.0) Spanish 2 , (1.0) Spanish 3 (H)
(1.0) Digital Information Technology, (1.0) Foundations of Programming, (0.5) Game Design (0.5) Introduction to Networking, (0.5) Introduction to Social Media, (0.5) Mobile App Programming, (1.0) AP Computer Science A
FINE ARTS
(1.0) Art in World Cultures, (0.5) Digital Photography, (0.5) Graphic Design (0.5) Music Appreciation, (0.5) Theater, Cinema, Film Production, (1.0) AP Art History
GENERAL ELECTIVES
(0.5) Creative Writing, (0.5) Group Sports, (0.5) Health: Life Management, (1.0) Journalism (1.0) Leadership Skills Development, (0.5) Personal & Family Finance, (0.5) Personal Fitness (1.0) Social Problems, (0.5) Speech
TEST PREPARATION
(0.5) ACT Prep, (0.5) PSAT Prep, (0.5) SAT Prep
DUAL CREDIT COURSES NOT LISTED
PORTRAIT OF A GRADUATE
It is our greatest desire that graduates of Foundation Academy: LOVE
Spiritual Formation Authority of Scripture LEARN
Academic Excellence
Individual Purpose LEAD
Authentic Servanthood Committment to Community
ATHLETICS
Foundation Academy is part of FHSAA 1A, 2A, and 3A classifications for interscholastic athletics and offers 29 teams in the following sports: Baseball,Basketball, Cheer, Cheer Competitive,Cross Country, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Sand Volleyball, Soccer, Softball, Swim, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, and Weightlifting
EXTRACURRICULAR
Christians in Service Club
Cornhole Club
Cover Band Club
Culinary Club
Drama Productions
FCA
International Thespian Society
Jazz Band Club
Lions Club
National Art Honor Society
National Honor Society
National Junior Honor Society
Quill and Scroll Journalism
Honor Society
Spanish Club
Student Ambassadors
Student Government
Student Leadership Institute
Tri-M Music Honor Society Yearbook
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15304 Tilden Road, Winter Garden, Florida 34787
2024 - 2025 FEES (CON’T)
Dual Credit: University admissions, registration and transcripts not paid by FA.
Testing: FA virtual program students are required to have standardized testing every year. FA virtual program offers PSAT and Residual ACTS for 8 – 11 grade students in the fall for a fee (see reverse). CogAT/Iowa testing if offered for 6 – 8 students in the spring for a fee (see reverse).
Financial Obligations: The application fee is due at time of application. The enrollment fee is paid online when enrollment packet is submitted, this fee cannot be added to the parent FACTS account. All families are billed and remit course fees and any additional fees through their FACTS account.
You will create your FACTS account during the enrollment process.
FACTS Management Yearly Account Fee, $53.00, paid to FACTS. Payments must be processed automatically through FACTS. If a family member is paying the tuition, you can add them as an authorized payer on your FACTS account.
Remittance of account balance is required prior to starting courses. All payments are non-refundable and non-transferrable.
Tuition Assistance is not available for FA online virtual school.
State Scholarships may restrict the enrollment of virtual classes, please see the Finance Office with any questions.
Current FA Student Transfer to FAVL: Deposits and payments made towards tuition/curriculum are non-refundable and not transferrable to FAVL.
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15304 Tilden Road, Winter Garden, Florida 34787
CONTRACT
I understand I understand I understand
Student Name
That my student will be enrolled in the selected course(s) upon receipt of this contract. Parent will be financially obligated for all costs associated with FAVL. FAVL course/additional fees are paid through FACTS and parents must keep that account in active status regardless of balance due. Registration fee and the first tuition payment must be remitted prior to starting FAVL courses. FAVL students are not eligible to use discounts or financial aid. State scholarships may restrict the enrollment of virtual classes, please see the Finance Office with any questions. Payments/Deposits made to FA Tuition is non-refundable and not transferrable.
that parents/guardians may review my grades, instructor feedback, timely completion of assignments, and progress by logging into my Maestro account and going to the gradebook in my course (best way to monitor progress). Parents/guardians may also obtain an overview of grades from the weekly progress email and the guardian Maestro account, but the most complete information is in the student gradebook.
that online courses are asynchronous and do NOT include direct instruction/lectures from the online instructor. I also understand that there will be target due dates for each assignment and going over 14 days beyond the target date will result in a late penalty.
to set aside at least 4-6 hours per course per week to go through the course materials and complete all the required assignments. Actual time required may vary from course to course or assignment to assignment.
a course may only be dropped, and fee transferred within the first 10 days for an additional fee of $75. As stated previously, if a course is dropped, there is no refund and parent will be financially obligated for the balance due. Withdrawal fees assessed.
that a grade of a D or higher must be achieved by the end of the course to be accepted by Foundation Academy and credited toward graduation.
I have read the above statements and agree to them as a condition for enrolling in the online course(s) listed above. Both signatures required.
