Welcome to FPD

WELCOME TO VIKING NATION

We’re honored to welcome you to Viking Nation!

WELCOME TO FPD We are honored that you chose FPD for your child’s education. You have made a wonderful decision that will establish an exceptional, lifelong foundation for your child. We see each child as a unique individual, created in God’s image with amazing potential. Your child will be known and loved by faculty who care about their well-being and inspire them to achieve their goals. They will be welcomed by peers who encourage them and uplift them as they grow together on FPD’s campus.

My door is always open if you have questions or need any additional information. We look forward to partnering with you to educate and equip your child to change the world for God’s glory.

GO VIKINGS!

Dr. John Patterson Head of School, First Presbyterian Day School

www.fpdmacon.org/newfamilies

COME SEE US! General Office Hours School Year Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Summer Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Closed on select holidays

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS FPD’s Main Number: 478.477.6505 Preschool Office

478.474.7321

Elementary Office

478.477.6300

After-School Enrichment Programs

478.474.7321

Upper School Office (6th - 12th)

478.477.6505, ext. 100

The Viking Store

478.477.6505, ext. 177

EMAIL ADDRESSES Dr. John Patterson

Head of School john.patterson@fpdmacon.org

Mr. Charlie Parrish

Chief Financial Officer

charlie.parrish@fpdmacon.org

Mrs. Elizabeth Leslein

Chief Opperating Officer

elizabeth.leslein@fpdmacon.org

Mrs. Kristen Kreutner

Director of Innovation & Instruction

kristen.kreutner@fpdmacon.org

Mrs. Shannon Bryant

Lower School Principal

shannon.bryant@fpdmacon.org

Dr. Kristy Alvarez

Middle School Principal

kristy.alvarez@fpdmacon.org

Mr. Matt Kitchell

High School Principal

matt.kitchell@fpdmacon.org

Mrs. Kris Vaughn

Admissions Director

kris.vaughn@fpdmacon.org

Mr. Greg Moore

Athletic Director

greg.moore@fpdmacon.org

Dr. Andrew Strickland

Fine Arts Director

andrew.stickland@fpdmacon.org

Mrs. Kathy Tolbert

Advancement Director

kathy.tolbert@fpdmacon.org

Mrs. Brittiny Johnson

Communications Director

brittiny.johnson@fpdmacon.org

Mr. Shane Hall

Dean of Students

shane.hall@fpdmacon.org

Dr. Stephen Jordan

Director of Spiritual Life

stephen.jordan@fpdmacon.org

Mrs. Katie Collier

School Nurse

katie.collier@fpdmacon.org

Mrs. Terri Newberry

Student Billing & Tuition Assistance

terri.newberry@fpdmacon.org

Mrs. Cathy Knight

Reading Boost- Elementary

cathy.knight@fpdmacon.org

Mrs. Kelly Bullington

Instructional Support - Upper

kelly.bullington@fpdmacon.org

Mr. Brad Thompson

College Counselor

brad.thompson@fpdmacon.org

IT Staff

IT Help Desk

helpdesk@fpdmacon.org

/fpdmacon

@fpdmacon

Times & Dates School Hours 3K, PreK, Kindergarten Half Day Program

8:15 a.m.* - 12:30 p.m.

PreK, Kindergarten Full Day Program

8:15 a.m.* - 3:00 p.m.

Lower School

8:15 a.m.* - 3:00 p.m.

(Early Dismissal 12:00 p.m.)

Middle and Upper Schools

8:15 a.m.* - 3:10 p.m.

(Early Dismissal 12:15 p.m.)

*All students can arrive as early as 7:30 a.m. each day

Late Start Wednesdays On most Wednesdays, school starts at 8:50 a.m. Students in middle school or high school who arrive early can visit the Middlebrooks Athletic Center for breakfast. Students can select from a variety of a la carte breakfast items starting at 7:30 a.m. Lower school students who arrive early will be supervised in the preschool or elementary building.

Calendar A printable version of FPD’s school calendar can be found at www.fpdmacon.org/calendar. School events and activities are updated throughout the year and can be found on FPD’s online calendar.

www.fpdmacon.org/calendar

School Newsletter The best way to stay informed with activities going on at FPD is the weekly school e-newsletter. To join the list, email marketing@fpdmacon.org.

New Student & Family Events New middle and high school students are invited to a New Student Orientation.

New elementary students are invited to a Meet & Greet. All new families are invited to a New Family Dinner. Dates for these can be found online at www.fpdmacon.org/newfamilies.

www.fpdmacon.org/newfamilies

photos from FPD’s New Family Dinner

Viking Hall Lunch FPD partners with SAGE Dining Services to provide delicious, healthy lunches for students in 3K - 12th grade. Daily menus can be found online. Students also have the option to bring their own lunch.

For weekly menus and dining information, visit www.fpdmacon.org/dining.

VIKING VOCAB

CAMPUS NAMES & PHRASES

The MAC - The Middlebrooks Athletic Center. Location of The Viking Store, the main gymnasium, and Viking Hall.

Viking Hall - FPD lunchroom. Serving delicious lunches for Vikings!

The Zach - The Zach Gymnasium, located in the Upper School Building. Used for select P.E. classes and middle school/JV sports.

Dress Down Days - Select Fridays in which students can wear jeans (no holes) and an FPD spirit shirt in exchange for a suggested donation to a service ministry.

Spirit Shirt Fridays - Every Friday, students can wear an FPD spirit shirt with uniform bottoms. FPD spirit shirts are shirts that students get from FPD activities athletics, fine arts, school functions, etc. - or purchase from the Viking Store.

Late Start Wednesdays - School starts at 8:50 a.m. on most Wednesdays.

From 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., teachers have ongoing professional development, weekly group devotional time, and collaboration. Also from 7:30 a.m - 8:30 a.m., students are invited to an a la cart breakfast at Viking Hall.

For lower school students, we encourage parents or older siblings to be with them if they choose to purchase breakfast. Otherwise, elementary students who arrive before 8:30 a.m. can go to the library for supervision by an elementary aide, and preschool students may go to a classroom for supervision.

Spirit Week - A week in which students in grades 9th - 12th compete in relays, lip sync, and school spirit. 3K - 8th grade have special themed dress-up days, and middle school students participate in class relays.

Viking Connect - Online parent portal for FPD. Check grades for students, sign forms, and connect to FPD’s online tuition payment platform.

Go to fpdmacon.myschoolapp.com to log in using the same login information used to complete the FPD admissions application.

Moodle - Online platform to check school assignments for students in grades 6th - 12th. Students will be issued an FPD email address and password at orientation. Go to moodle.fpdmacon.org to log on.

Feel free to reach out to your child’s principal if you hear or see any “Viking Vocab” that you don’t recognize!

The Viking Store The Viking Store is a great place to purchase FPD spirit wear, outerwear, and gifts.

School Days: 7:45 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Summer Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Wednesdays Location: Middlebrooks Athletic Center Online 24/7: shop.fpdmacon.org

Athletic Teams Athletic Director: Mr. Greg Moore greg.moore@fpdmacon.org

Middle School

Varsity

Fall Sports

Fall Sports

Winter Sports

Winter Sports

Spring Sports

Spring Sports

Cheerleading* Competition Cheer* Cross Country Football Shooting Sports Softball* Volleyball*

Basketball Wrestling Swim

Baseball Golf Soccer Tennis Track & Field

Cheerleading* Competition Cheer* Cross Country Football Shooting Sports Softball* Volleyball*

Basketball Wrestling Swim

Baseball Golf Lacrosse Soccer Tennis Track & Field

*Try-outs held in spring prior to the season.

Fine Arts Opportunities Fine Arts Director: Dr. Andrew Strickland andrew.strickland@fpdmacon.org

Middle School Art Theatre Musical Theatre Theatre Tech Concert Band Marching Band Dance Vanguard

High School Art - including 3 AP Art Classes Photography Pottery & Sculpture Photoshop Theatre Musical Theatre Theatre Tech Concert Band Marching Band Jazz Ensemble Dance Vanguard Literary

Clubs & Organizations FPD offers numerous clubs and school organizations in which students can participate. At the beginning of the school year, students will receive more information for registering for the clubs in which they are interested.

Middle School Chess Club*

Middle School Student Council

The Chess Club invites middle school and

Student Council is a group of students selected

high school students to use strategy to

by their peers to act as a representing body to

compete in the timeless game of chess

teachers and administration.

while learning from one another.

TOME Literary Society Math Team

As part of a larger national organization, the

The math team competes in various

TOME Literacy Society encourages a love for

competitions around the state to

reading by hosting reading competitions, book

demonstrate their mastery of math.

reviews, and book-related art activities.

Middle School Robotics Club Students in the Robotics Club find unique and innovative ways to solve pertinent scientific issues by creating specialized systems and machines out of LEGOs.

*club is offered in both middle & high school

High School Chick-fil-a Leader Academy

National Honors Society

This 9th & 10th grade leadership

Students must retain a high academic

program encourages community

standing and go above and beyond in

service and Christ-like leadership.

community service.

Computer Science Club

Pep Club

The Computer Science Club explores

Students help pump up the spirit and

fun and creative ways to develop and

cheer on their peers at athletic events and

implement algorithims in computer

activities.

programs to solve problems.

Pickleball Club Fellowship of Christian Athletes

Students learn the game of pickleball, and

Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA)

play in tournaments together!

inspires and equips student-athletes to be Christian leaders.

Project Lead This 11th & 12th grade student-led service

History Club

program encourages servant leadership

THe History Club is for students with a

and missions.

passion for all types of history.

Robotics Team Honor Council

The Robotics Team designs, builds, and

Honor Council student leaders are vital

programs robots. Students get hands-

in helping the student body adhere

on programming and rapid-prototyping

to the FPD Honor Code and ensure

experience.

a positive and productive learning environment.

Spanish Club The Spanish Club creates a fun learning

Math Team

environment for students interested in

The team is comprised of talented

expanding their Spanish language skills.

students who excel in the classroom and demonstrate a special knack for

Student Activities Committee

mathematics. The math team competes

The Student Activities Committee plans

in various competitions around the state.

events including school dances and community gatherings.

Mock Trial Team The Mock Trial Team allows students

TOME Literary Society

to practice their legal skills in a mock

The TOME Literacy Society encourages

courtroom setting.

a love for reading by hosting reading competitions and book reviews.

SUMMER READING Summer Reading is required in all grade levels. For a list of summer reading requirements and assignments, visit www.fpdmacon.org/newfamilies.

SCHOOL UNIFORMS FPD’s Dress Code can be found at www.fpdmacon.org/newfamilies.

Basic Dress Code Guidelines: •

Students wear FPD uniform shirts, skorts, shorts, pants, and dresses from Lands’ End. These can be found at www.landsend.com or in The Viking Store.

•

Students in 3K and PreK can wear elastic waisted khaki pants and shorts.

•

Middle School and High School students can wear outerwear either from The Viking Store or Lands’ End. Elementary students can wear other brand outerwear when outside the classroom.

•

Shoes can be any color, but must have a back. No flip flops or Croc-style shoes.

Athletic shoes required for P.E.

•

Fridays are Spirit Shirt Fridays. Students wear an FPD t-shirt (purchased through The Viking Store or from school activities) with uniform shorts, skorts, or pants.

•

3K through 1st grade students are provided a tote bag to carry books. In other grades, students select their own bags. Bags with wheels are discouraged.

•

Middle School & High School P.E. classes require an FPD spirit shirt along with appropriate length athletic shorts and athletic shoes.

The FPD Consignment Sale is a great time to stock up on gently-used uniforms!

Times and dates online at www.fpdmacon.org/thevikingstore.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES •

3K - 5th Grade: School supplies provided and included in tuition.

•

Middle School: School supply lists provided during the summer.

•

High School: School supply needs are limited and vary per class. Teachers will announce these at the beginning of school, if needed.

AFTER-SCHOOL & SUMMER FUN FPD offers after-school programs for students in 3K - 5th grade.

Visit www.fpdmacon.org/centerfordiscovery for rates and more information or contact Elizabeth Leslein at elizabeth.leslein@fpdmacon.org.

Viking Clubhouse 3K - 2nd Grade 12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. or 12:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. for 3K students 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. for PreK - 2nd Grade During the school year, the Viking Clubhouse provides after-school homework time and activities geared specifically to younger preschool and elementary students.

Viking Crew 3rd - 5th Grade 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

During the school year, the Viking Crew provides after-school homework time and activities geared specifically to upper elementary students.

Summer Programs FPD offers a variety of summer camps for preschool through middle school students through FPD’s Center for Discovery and Camp Trailblazer. Summer preschool care is also available through the Viking Clubhouse for students enrolled at FPD. Visit www.fpdmacon.org/centerfordiscovery for more details.

Welcome to Viking Nation! www.fpdmacon.org/newfamilies 478.477.6505

www.fpdmacon.org