2026-2027 FamilyGuide by Fellowship Christian School

WELCOME TO FELLOWSHIP

• LOVE GOD

MISSION –

Partnering to inspire academic curiosity, Christ-like character, and Christian leadership grounded in Biblical truth.

VISION –

Developing students to live with purpose and lead with intent for God’s glory alone.

COVENANT –

As a covenant Christian school, Fellowship cultivates partnerships with families, where at least one parent is a born-again follower of Jesus Christ, actively involved in a church community, and testifies to God’s saving grace, to provide their children an education dedicated to glorifying God.

WHAT IS A "PALADIN"?

A Paladin was a Christian knight who devoted his life to serving and helping others.

Personally, and professionally, we place God at the center. We love Him with our whole heart, mind, and soul because He first loved us. We recognize with gratitude and awe the great love He has for us through Christ Jesus.

• LOVE OTHERS

Through our thought, word, action, and intention, we reflect God’s love for us by focusing on the needs of others before ourselves.

• LIVE GRATEFULLY

Gratitude is the lens through which we interact with people and fulfill our mission everyday. This posture of appreciation allows us to experience the joy God intends for us all.

• CHOOSE TRUTH

Our beliefs and actions are based on the ultimate truth revealed through God’s Word. We have honest conversations to improve as individuals and as an organization. We don’t avoid difficult discussions, and we seek feedback, because we believe transparent conversations and seeking truth are the best ways to fulfill God’s calling and help others.

• EMBRACE WONDER

We respond to God’s wondrous world with awe and joy, experiencing it and the people in it with childlike amazement. We remain winsome, creating environments full of laughter where celebrating God’s unique gifts in each of us is the norm.

• NEVER SETTLE

Driven by God’s calling, we relentlessly pursue our mission. We refuse to become complacent, constantly seeking ways to improve. Embracing wise risks and reflective growth, we stay hungry, recognizing the vital work entrusted to us demands our absolute commitment to continuous improvement.

We’re Glad You’re Here!

As you and your family embark on this new school journey with new friendships, teachers, and experiences, we offer this family guide as a handy companion, ready to address common questions that may arise as you settle into a new school. We've compiled a comprehensive resource to assist you along the way, equipping you to start the year feeling prepared and confident.

This guide will introduce you to some of the unique and enriching experiences we proudly offer our students and families. We hope you see that we have thoughtfully and intentionally prepared for your Fellowship experience. We look forward to partnering with you, supporting your child's educational journey, and fostering treasured memories for years to come.

Thank you for choosing Fellowship! We eagerly anticipate the bright future ahead with you as part of our community.

Save The Date

– IMPORTANT UPCOMING EVENTS –

* Dates are subject to change.

Please refer to the School Calendar and Official School Communications for updates.

New Family Head of School Welcome

August 3, 2026

JumpStart

August 5, 2026

*Meet & Greet (ES)

*Orientation (MS & HS)

You will receive division emails with specific times.

First Day of School (1/2 Day for ES & MS)

August 6, 2026

PTF Sponsored Parent Coffee

Convocation

August 7, 2026

HS Parent Info Night

August 18, 2026

Back to School Bash (All School Tailgate)

August 21, 2026

IGNITE Launch

Before the football game in the parking lot.

MS Parent Info Night August 24, 2026

ES Parent Info Night

September 1, 2026

Homecoming

October 23, 2026

IGNITE Rally

October 29 - November 6, 2026

ALL SCHOOL CALENDAR

* All dates are subject to change. In the occurrence of a pandemic, extreme weather, or other incident that requires school closure, Fellowship reserves the right to take appropriate action to ensure the health and safety of our students, including the act of rescheduling or cancelling events. In the event that such an action is necessary, Fellowship will communicate changes in a timely fashion.

NOTES

HISTORY of FELLOWSHIP

The school was established in 1986 as a ministry of Fellowship Bible Church. Originally named Fellowship Christian Academy, what began as a small elementary school with 48 students quickly grew to include a middle school, and Fellowship Christian High School was established in 1993.

As God continued to bless and expand the school, in 2001 the school incorporated as Fellowship Christian School and separated from the church, creating its own board and joining the elementary, middle, and high divisions under one administration. Since then the school has grown to more than 1,064 students and become one of the premier PreK-12 covenant Christian schools in the metro Atlanta area.

With the goal of becoming one family on one campus, a fundraising campaign was launched in 2015 to build a state-of-the-art high school building and renovate the former middle school/high school building to accommodate moving the elementary students from the Fellowship Bible Church building onto the Fellowship Christian School campus. At the start of school in August 2017, all three divisions were together on ONE campus. As we look to the future, we are dedicated to our mission, educating students and expanding God’s Kingdom.

PORTRAIT of A GRADUATE

KINGDOM INFLUENCER

CREATIVE THINKER

SERVANT LEADER

TRUTH SEEKER IMAGE BEARER

BRIDGE BUILDER

KINGDOM INFLUENCER

Aspires to live a life that impacts the kingdom of God by reflecting Christ’s love and character.

– MATTHEW 28:19-20

SERVANT LEADER

Humbly values the interests of others above self and seeks to collaborate and inspire.

– MARK 10:13-15

TRUTH SEEKER

Exhibits a thirst for learning, desires wisdom and discernment, and pursues truth while filtering knowledge through a Biblical lens.

– 1 THESSALONIANS 5:21

BRIDGE BUILDER

Champions the uniqueness of others and supports harmony by extending love, compassion, and empathy.

– ROMANS 12:18

IMAGE BEARER

Embraces, with confidence, the assurance and self-awareness of being created uniquely in God’s image for His purpose.

– 2 CORINTHIANS 3:18

CREATIVE THINKER

Expresses an insatiable curiosity and strives to create positive change by contributing original solutions to challenges and opportunities.

– EPHESIANS 2:10

As we pursue our Vision of inspiring students who live with purpose and lead with intent for God's glory alone, we have established our Portrait of a Graduate. This aspirational model helps guide our efforts as we seek to be a place where followers become leaders.

STAY INFORMED

Calendars

Paladin Post & Email Communication

To ensure you stay informed about all Fellowship happenings, look for the following email communication:

• Weekly Paladin Post with division updates

• Teacher emails (weekly in ES, as needed in MS and HS)

• Room Mom and GLC emails

Fellowship Portal

The Fellowship Portal is a passkey-protected area created for our school community to provide easy access to the Parent/Student Handbook, All-School Calendar, news and events, division-specific information, important forms, and much more.

To access the Portal online -

• Visit the Fellowship homepage: FellowshipChristianSchool.org

• Click Fellowship Portal on the main navigation bar to take you to the Login page.

• Contact your division office for the Passkey

Fellowship App

Download the new Fellowship App to simplify your life. Important information will be consolidated in one easy-toaccess location.

DRESS CODE

Uniforms

Click the QR code to access the Uniform Look Book.

UNIFORMS

Spirit Wear

Purchase Spirit Wear Online

Access Fellowship's online storefront by using the QR code.

CLICK –

SPIRIT WEAR

We are pleased to offer an easy online shopping experience through our spirit wear partner, BSN. Access popular items from Nike, Under Armour, North Face, TravisMathew, and more. Follow these simple steps to customize your purchase and show your Paladin pride:

1. Select the item you'd like to purchase.

2. Choose your size and item color.

3. Click Other Designs Available in the white box under Add to Cart.

4. Once the pop-up box opens, select your preferred logo under Your Logos or design under Fan Gear.

TRANSPORTATION

Bus Routes

Morning Bus Routes

Fellowship provides morning bus transportation for an additional fee. You must complete the Bus Commitment Form to register your child for morning transportation.

Use the QR code below for more information and to access the Bus Commitment Form.

BUS ROUTES

The bus departs from the following locations –

East Cobb Route:

• Eastside Baptist Church at 7:00am

• Johnson Ferry Baptist Church at 7:10am (Pick up behind JFBC in the South Lot near the curved detention pond across from Dickerson Middle School.)

TRANSPORTATION

Alpharetta/Johns Creek Route:

• Mavis Tire at 6:55am (Pick up behind the store at the corner of State Bridge and Kimball Bridge.)

• 285 S. Main Street at 7:15am (Pick up in the parking lot in front of Amana Academy.)

Milton/Birmingham Hwy. Route:

• Birmingham United Methodist Church at 7:00am (Pick up in the gravel parking lot.)

• Providence Baptist Church at 7:15am

*PLEASE NOTE:

Wednesday morning pick-ups are one hour later due to the 9:00am school late start time.

FINE ARTS

"For we are what he has made us, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand to be our way of life.

Ephesians

2:10

The mission of Fellowship Christian School's Fine Arts program is to awaken, nurture, and affirm the artisan soul within every student through creative expression. We embrace the arts as an essential element of a well-rounded education. Our extensive PreK4-12 award-winning program includes studies in Visual, Performing, Music, and Literary Arts.

Fellowship students have the opportunity to explore their artistic interests and showcase their talents in a variety of ways, including performances, exhibits, and competitions.

Elementary

Elementary students take weekly classes in the arts, with a focus on visual arts and music. 4th and 5th graders can choose specific “Spark and Ignite” electives based on their areas of interest. Elementary students also have performance opportunities at weekly chapels.

Middle School

Middle school students sign up for Arts electives as daily classes, while participating in extracurricular opportunities in Theater and Band. The middle school arts programs serve as a foundational bridge between introductory levels and deeper pursuits in high school.

High School

High School students fulfill a graduation requirement by enrolling in a full year of arts. With many options available, students can find a class that fits their interests. High School students also have the opportunity to participate in extracurricular events in Theater and Band. Older high school students may choose to continue their artistic journey by pursuing an Artisan Diploma, pushing them to take their studies further.

Join the Fellowship Arts Alliance (FAA) to Support the Arts at Fellowship!

The Fellowship Arts Alliance exists to support and promote our students' expressions of creativity in all areas of fine arts: visual, performing, literary, and musical. Membership in the FAA contributes to our mission to encourage and develop our young artists and foster an environment of creativity, culture, and community for all of our Fellowship families.

Use the QR code to join the FAA.

JOIN FAA

ATHLETICS

The playing field is a powerful place to build character, deepen faith, and learn life's lessons.

At Fellowship, the physical and mental challenges and rewards of playing sports complement, not contrast, classroom learning. Whether team or individual, intramural or club, our athletic programs value and teach Biblebased principles: Teamwork, Sportsmanship, Leadership, Responsibility, Humility, and Respect. In athletics, as in all we do, our talents, skills, and strengths are testaments to God's love and work.

Athletics Staff

David Lowery: Athletic Director (david.lowery@fcspaladins.org)

Andy Trevers: Associate Athletic Director - Internal and External Operations (andy.trevers@fcspaladins.org)

Holly Quinn: Associate Athletic Director - Student-Athlete Support (holly.quinn@fcspaladins.org)

Scott Hamilton: Associate Athletic Director - Middle School (scott.hamilton@fcspaladins.org)

Paladin Athletic Teams

Baseball: MS, JV, & Varsity

Basketball: MS, JV & Varsity (Boys and Girls)

Cheerleading: MS, JV, & Varsity

Cross Country: MS, JV, & Varsity (Boys and Girls)

Fishing: Varsity (Boys and Girls)

Football: MS, JV, & Varsity

Golf: MS, JV, & Varsity (Boys and Girls)

Lacrosse: MS, JV, & Varsity (Boys and Girls)

Soccer: MS Developmental Team (Boys and Girls), MS, JV, & Varsity (Boys and Girls)

Softball: MS, HS (JV only)

Tennis: MS & Varsity (Boys and Girls)

Track & Field: MS, JV, & Varsity (Boys and Girls)

Volleyball: MS, JV, & Varsity

Wrestling: MS, JV, & Varsity

*Teams are determined each year by interest level and numbers of players. We are proud to have multi-sport student-athletes. Like many private Christian schools, Fellowship has a policy requiring athletes to complete one sport's season before moving to the next.

DINING

In partnership with Metz Culinary Management, Fellowship is excited to provide full lunch service to students.

About METZ

Metz is a family-owned company that has been providing onsite dining and support services to independent schools for more than 25 years. With Metz, it's all about the food. Their menus offer tailored, fresh, and nutritious options designed to encourage healthy eating and promote nutrition education.

How Do I Sign Up and Pay?

To sign up for dining, use the QR code below, choose MYSCHOOLBUCKS from the menu to create an account and download the App.

Once you download the MySchoolBucks App, you can load money into your childs account. This declining balance account allows your child access to hot or cold lunch options daily.

How Will My Child Pick Up Their Lunch Each Day?

Students in grades 1st through 12th will walk through the serving lines in the concession area and pick up their lunch at the check-out kiosk managed by Metz personnel, students provide their badge, last name, or 4-digit account number. Students then proceed to Gym 2 to eat.

Please note: Metz will deliver lunches daily to PreK4, TK, and Kindergarten students' classrooms. Parents are required to pre-order lunch for students in these grades.

Lunch service is optional. You may send a packed lunch if preferred. Microwaves are not available for elementary students.

SECURITY

Campus Security

Fellowship is thankful to have two campus security officers:

Dwayne Gooden (dwayne.gooden@fcspaladins.org)

Greg Cooper (greg.cooper@fcspaladins.org)

Officers Gooden and Cooper are on campus Monday through Friday. A security officer or a member of the Roswell Police Department is present at almost all extracurricular activities.

Gate Policy | Schedule

The Jones Road Gate will be open from:

• 6:30 – 8:10am Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday

• 6:30 – 9:10am Wednesday (Late Start)

• 2:30 – 9:00pm M-F

The BLF (Crosses) Gate will be open from:

• 7:00 – 8:10am Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday

• 7:00 – 9:10am Wednesday (Late Start)

• 2:30 – 5:00pm M-F

The Church Gate* will be open from:

• 7:00 – 8:01am Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday

• 7:00 – 9:01am Wednesday (Late Start)

• 2:30 – 5:00pm M-F

*ES Parents: If you are arriving for morning carpool AFTER 8:01am (9:01am on Wednesday), you must exit campus via Woodstock Road, re-enter at the Jones Road entrance, and walk your child into the ES office for check-in. For your child's safety and security, do not drop your ES children off once the carpool is over and faculty and staff are no longer monitoring.

SECURITY

Visitors

Visitors needing access during school hours must enter from the Jones Road entrance and use the call box for entry.

When entering campus, please refrain from following others through open gates. The gates pause before closing, and we ask that you stop as you approach to ensure the gate does not close on your vehicle.

Note: If you proceed through an open gate and it starts to close, STOP IMMEDIATELY. The gate will bump your car but should not cause damage. Stopping will trigger the gate to reopen. Cars and gates may be damaged if the vehicle continues moving.

Parent Hang Tags

Parents and family members will be issued a rearview mirror hang tags for easy identification when entering campus. Please remember to have your tags readily available to expedite entry. If you do not have your tag, please be ready to show your driver’s license for entry.

Visitor Policy

All guests on campus must present a driver's license to check in via the Visit-U system. Guests include parents, vendors, maintenance personnel, etc. Fellowship staff will question anyone not wearing proper identification and advise them to proceed to the front desk to sign in. Fellowship staff will also contact the security officer to notify them of a visitor's presence.

All exterior doors are locked, and visitors must be buzzed into the building. Visitors may enter the middle school atrium but then must be buzzed into the front office and classroom corridors.

INCLEMENT WEATHER

Canceling school is a complicated decision that impacts students, staff, and families. The decision is further complicated because our school families reside in multiple counties throughout North Georgia. With the understanding that canceling school may cause hardship for some families, exceptional consideration is given to this decision, and Fellowship does everything possible to keep the school open.

The primary criteria considered when making a decision include:

1. The safety and well-being of students and staff

2. The severity of the weather

3. Timing of the weather

4. The road conditions being suitable for buses and cars to travel safely

How We Monitor Weather

Fellowship relies on cutting-edge technology provided by Perry Weather to monitor weather conditions. A weather tower has been installed atop the high school building. This tower is outfitted with an annunciator and strobe to alert those on campus of inclement or severe weather. For example, if lightning strikes within 10 miles, a horn will sound, and a strobe will be visible to all on campus.

Via this system, a team of meteorologists provides tailored, up-to-the-moment, detailed weather data. The system also monitors heat advisory and global wet bulb humidity so that coaches can easily comply with GHSA standards and make informed decisions about the safety of proceeding with practices and games.

Perry Weather

Perry Weather is a full weather station designed to provide severe weather alerts via siren and online updates. Alerts may include: lightning detected within 10 miles, high heat/humidity, and other severe weather for which an alert would be necessary to instruct anyone in the vicinity to seek shelter.

INCLEMENT WEATHER

If you are on campus during an inclement weather event, you can scan the Perry Weather QR code posted around campus for up-to-the-minute details about the weather alert. You can also save the Perry Weather link to your phone by scanning the QR code to access updated weather information from anywhere:

Weather Updates & Communication

In the case of inclement weather, a decision about a delayed start, early dismissal, or school closing will be made by 5:00pm on the day before. While the Head of School will decide for the school, each family has the right and responsibility to determine what is in their best interest. Since our school families are in many different geographic areas, families who determine they cannot get to school safely for any reason on any day should not attempt it. They will not be penalized for making this decision. It will be considered an excused absence.

If inclement weather causes a delayed start, early dismissal, or school closing, parents will be contacted via text.

*To ensure you receive all text communications, please update your cell phone information in FACTS.

DEVELOPMENT

We believe that giving - in all ways through giving time, talent, and treasure - is an act of worship, praising God for His blessings. We understand that God owns everything we have. He will provide for all of our needs, and it is our privilege to be great stewards and to give with purpose and intent. We model this culture of generosity among our school community and spread His great word with passion and excitement.

Fellowship Giving Opportunities

The Annual Fund

The Annual Fund is Fellowship’s margin of excellence to do what we do in deeper, more meaningful ways. It is our annual giving priority as it remains at the heart of sustaining and enhancing the exceptional covenant education and experience for every student. Because of this, we ask every family, every year, to support the Annual Fund.

At Fellowship, we are stewarding a community of prayerful, purposeful, and generous families. We believe that through our generosity, God can do more than we could ask, think, or even imagine.

We encourage participation by Every Family Every Year for two reasons:

1. To meet the yearly Annual Fund goal and be able to provide the enhancements not funded through tuition.

2. To show philanthropic foundations that 100% of our families actively invest in the future of Fellowship. 100% participation places our school in a favorable position to approach outside organizations for grants and gifts.

Capital Campaign –“IGNITE: Fueling a Legacy of Faith”

A Capital Campaign is a targeted fundraising effort that takes place over a defined period of time. A campaign is designed to fund specific projects such as new buildings, additions, and renovations. Donations to a capital campaign are above and beyond annual giving.

Through the current IGNITE Campaign, we will add a new three-level building adjacent to the current Elementary/Middle School building that will house a dedicated dining facility, additional classrooms, counseling offices, Student Academic Support (SAS) space, a dedicated space for music and arts programs, a school store, and additional multi-use spaces. This expansion is a significant step in addressing our challenges and allows us to better serve today’s students and prepare us for future Kingdom impact.

DEVELOPMENT

Georgia Goal

The Georgia GOAL Scholarship Program offers an opportunity to redirect a portion of your Georgia tax dollars to Fellowship Christian School to provide financial aid assistance to Fellowship students. During the 2025/2026 school year, Fellowship had 52 students on GOAL Scholarship! That means families redirected the tax dollars they were required to pay anyway to Fellowship, helping to provide a covenant Christian education for students who may not have otherwise been able to afford it.

Matching Gifts

Many employers sponsor matching gift programs that supplement their employees' charitable donations. To find out more, please contact your company directly to see if they offer a matching gift program and if you would be eligible to receive a match from the company.

Stock Donations

Gifting stock to Fellowship Christian School is easy to do and a great way to give. The stock gift form and instructions can be found by going to the Fellowship Christian School homepage of the website, clicking on the “Support Fellowship Christian School” bar and then the “Ways to Give” page. Please contact the development office for guidance and specific stock transfer instructions.

Fellowship Endowment

You can invest in the future of Fellowship! With the consistent income stream provided by an Endowment, you are ensuring a great legacy of impact. Gifts made to our Endowment are invested so that the resulting investment income can be used to provide additional resources for financial aid, campus maintenance and improvements, faculty/staff support and other needs. By leaving a legacy, you can help ensure that future generations of students have access to the same remarkable, covenant Christian education that your family values.

GET INVOLVED!

Who Can Give to Fellowship?

Everyone! Parents, grandparents, alums, parents of alums, faculty, staff, board members, and other friends of Fellowship are encouraged to participate each year.

How Do I Give?

Fellowship accepts cash, credit cards, stock gifts, checks, and matching gifts. Use the QR code to give or access more information on our website.

Fellowship Business Networking Opportunities

The Development Department is proud to host quarterly business networking breakfasts for our business-owning families and stakeholders. These networking breakfasts are a fantastic way to promote your business while supporting other Fellowship family-owned businesses in our community and beyond. In addition to breakfast, we provide a 20-minute interactive session led by a speaker/business owner, and of course, fellowship and networking with attendees! If you would like to receive communications and invitations to our business networking events, please email (jamie.teagle@fcspaladins.org).

Please visit the Fellowship Business Directory Link to see all Fellowship businesses, and List Your Business in the Directory.

GET INVOLVED!

Fellowship Booster Club

The mission of the Booster Club is to support and promote the advancement of all Fellowship athletic programs. It provides financial and volunteer support for all sports teams, student-athletes, the Athletic Director, and coaches to help increase student-athlete participation. With community support through membership, and participation in the annual golf and tennis tournament, the Booster Club aims to support every athlete in every sport at every level. Our members are integral in helping us execute great game day experiences, fundraisers, and improvement projects. The Booster Club is critical to the success of the overall athletic program, and membership is open to anyone interested in supporting Fellowship athletics and Paladin student-athletes. To join the Fellowship Booster Club and Support Fellowship Athletics use the QR code above.

Parent Teacher Fellowship (PTF)

The PTF exists to promote a vibrant, engaging experience of Christ-centered community fellowship between our parents, students, faculty, and staff. ALL parents are members of the PTF. There are many opportunities to volunteer throughout the year, ranging from school-wide events to specific grade-level events.

You can volunteer at your comfort level. Room Moms (ES) and Grade Level Coordinators (MS/HS) will notify you of volunteer and social opportunities.

BOOSTER CLUB

GET INVOLVED!

Some of the PTF events and initiatives during the school year include the following:

New Family Mentor Program, Teacher Appreciation Events, Student Life Events (i.e., assisting with Homecoming activities and blessing the students), Prayer and Care Initiative, Grandparents Day, Seasonal School Decorating, Mom’s Fellowship Opportunities, Men's Paladin Roundtable, and Flourish. We engage in passive and community-centered fundraising to support these events and do not collect dues.

• Moms-in-Prayer

Matthew 18:20 encourages us: "For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them." Join other Fellowship moms on Thursdays from 8:00am (after drop off) to 9:00am in the elementary school.

• FLOURISH

Leading a flourishing life means caring for our emotional, physical and spiritual well-being. FLOURISH provides all Fellowship moms, grandmoms and alumni a moment to connect with God and one another a few mornings throughout the school year. Through life-giving speaker messages and dedicated time for reflection and conversation, this Fellowship ministry connects women across the seasons of life to learn, grow and FLOURISH together.

• Paladin Roundtable

Paladin Roundtable exists to "Connect, Encourage, and Equip Fellowship Dads." The Paladin men meet monthly during the school year, typically the first or second Friday, from 7:30 - 9:00am in room 169 at Fellowship Bible Church. While this is a year-long series, it is designed so you may attend as your schedule permits.

PTF Contact Information

PTF President: Arrie Lugar (fellowshipptfpresident@gmail.com)

Instagram: @fellowship_ptf

Facebook Private Group (Fellowship PTF):

Open to current Fellowship parents, faculty, staff, and our alum community. Please email fellowshipptfcommunications@gmail.com for an invitation to the group.

NOTES

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Elementary School Staff

Principal: Sherri McLeroy (sherri.mcleroy@fcspaladins.org)

Assistant Principal:

Administrative Assistant to the Principal: Michelle Eastman (michelle.eastman@fcspaladins.org)

Receptionist: Peggy Yates (peggy.yates@fcspaladins.org)

Nurse: Kimberly Janitz (kimberly.janitz@fcspaladins.org)

Uniforms

ES Phone: (770) 641-6815

School Hours: 8:00am – 2:35pm 9:00am late start each Wednesday Fellowship does not distribute phone/address directories. To access family directory info, you may purchase the FACTS Family App for $4.99 annually. The district code for Fellowship is FCS-GA.

Click the QR code to access the Uniform Look Book.

Absences

If your child will be absent –Please email your child's teacher and copy Peggy Yates.

If you plan to take a family trip that requires your child to be absent from school, please notify your child's teacher, Peggy Yates, and Sherri McLeroy in advance so that the absence can be excused. Parents are discouraged from planning family or other non-school-related trips at times that do not correspond to Fellowship-designated breaks. If extraordinary circumstances require an absence, parents must submit a written request to the principal at least one week before the days are missed. Students must complete all pre-assigned classwork and homework on the day they return to school. Parents or students should also make arrangements with the teacher so that students can make up missed tests on the day they return. The full Absence Policy can be found in the Parent/Student Handbook on the Fellowship Portal.

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Summer Work and School Supplies

Please check the Fellowship Portal for information on summer work and school supplies.

Chapel

ES Chapel is held on most Thursday mornings. Parents are welcome to attend chapel in the gym and are asked to sit in the bleachers. For safety reasons, we prefer that students sit with their homeroom class during chapel. The homeroom classes are seated in chairs on the gym floor. Chapels may also be held in the classroom periodically. Check the Spiritual Life calendar for the chapel schedule.

Weekly Specials

Each week, in addition to the core curriculum, students visit the library and participate in Spanish, Music, Art, Computer, and PE. Students in 4th and 5th grade participate in Spark & Ignite.

Safety Patrol

Students in 5th grade may be approved to serve during morning carpool. These students assist teachers with the carpool line and escort younger students to and from their cars.

Spark and Ignite

4th and 5th grade students participate in choice-driven Spark and Ignite elective classes. Some examples of past class offerings include Worship Collective, Performing Arts, STEM, Advanced Art, Yearbook, Digital Design, Artisan Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Game On, and Survival Skills. These classes are revised year-to-year.

Winterfest

Winterfest is an on-site retreat that takes place over two days. Faculty and students take time off from core academic classes to focus on spiritual development. The days are filled with worship, messages, service projects, small group time, fun, and fellowship.

CHAPEL

Special Event Opportunities

Students have many opportunities throughout the year to break from standard dress code attire and show their school spirit and creativity! Homecoming Spirit Week, Read Across America Day, various PJ days, and other celebrations allow students to be festive and have fun with their wardrobe.

Participation is always optional but highly encouraged. At the elementary school level, most of our students actively participate on these special days.

Off-site Learning

Students participate in multiple field trips throughout the year to augment classroom instruction and to experience the great cultural and educational programs offered in the metro Atlanta area and beyond.

In past years, field trips have included Chattahoochee Nature Center, Zoo Atlanta, Bulloch Hall, Chick-fil-A's headquarters, Tellus Museum, a 5thgrade overnight trip to Rock Eagle, Art Barn, and Funk Heritage Museum.

Awards Day

At the end of the school year, each grade level has an awards day to celebrate student accomplishments. Students may wear dress code or more formal attire for the end-of-year awards day.

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Paladin Adventure Club (PAC)

PAC serves Fellowship Elementary School families by providing students with a nurturing, safe, comfortable, and fun environment before and after school. This innovative and exciting program allows students in grades PreK4 thru 5th grade to balance learning and fun through various experiences, including homework help and playtime.

• BEFORE-SCHOOL CARE OPTION:

The before-school option is available on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 7:00 to 8:00am and Wednesdays from 7:00 to 8:30am. It offers the children a supervised place to play and a variety of activities to enjoy.

• AFTER-SCHOOL CARE OPTION:

The after-school option is available on full school days for registered students in grades PreK4-5. PAC offers a fun place for children to play, complete homework, enjoy a snack from home, and participate in various educational opportunities. After-school care will be available on all ES half days, for an additional fee of $35/Day. The afternoon PAC is available from 2:30PM – 6:00PM Monday through Friday.

PikMyKid

To ensure a safe and efficient dismissal, we use the PikMyKid app. This app allows you to announce your arrival on campus, prompting teachers to release your child. You can also manage pickup locations, authorize others for pickup, and indicate after-school activities. The system helps us confirm that every student is released to an authorized individual while keeping dismissal running smoothly and securely.

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Elementary School Carpool

Drop Off

7:30 – 8:00am (M, T, TH, F)

8:30 – 9:00am (W)

Please enter and exit from the Fellowship Bible Church entrances on Woodstock Road or Crossville Road and follow the route displayed. Faculty, staff, and the 5th Grade Safety Patrol will be present to help your children exit cars and make their way to Gym 2.

If you have middle school siblings, please drop your children off together via the elementary carpool route. Elementary students will walk to Gym 2 for the ES Morning Room, and middle school students will report to Gym 1 for MS Morning Room.

If you have high school siblings, you may either drop them off at the entrance to Gym 1 or proceed back towards the Woodstock Road entrance and follow the high school route along Bob Lord Field. High school siblings dropped off at Gym 1 have access to sidewalks and monitored crosswalks, providing them a safe route to the high school.

Pick Up

Half Day Students in PreK4, TK & Kindergarten Pick Up: 12:00pm

Please pick up your child in the half-day carpool line at the Elementary School's main office via the Jones Road entrance. Use the Pikmykid parent App to announce your arrival. (QR codes on the previous page)

Full Day PreK4 - 5th grade Pick Up: 2:35pm

Please follow the drop-off route to pick up. Use the Pikmykid parent App to announce your arrival.

If you pick up middle school siblings, please proceed through the ES pickup and then either park in the church parking lot to wait for your middle school children to walk up after the 3:05pm dismissal.

If you pick up high school siblings, please proceed through the ES pickup and then either park in the church parking lot to wait for your high school children to walk up after the 3:15pm HS dismissal.

Elementary School Carpool Dropoff CHURCH

SPECIAL NOTES:

If your ES child(ren) will be riding home with a friend or family member who does not have a carpool tag, please delegate the change in the Pikmykid App. Family members without carpool tags should be prepared to show identification. Please request extra or replacement carpool tags from Peggy Yates.

ES DROPOFF

Crossville Rd

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Jones Rd

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MIDDLE SCHOOL

Middle School Staff

Principal: Tony Tacquard (tony.tacquard@fcspaladins.org)

Assistant Principal:

Administrative Assistant to the

Principal:

Annette Jacobs (annette.jacobs@fcspaladins.org)

Nurse: Kimberly Janitz (kimberly.janitz@fcspaladins.org)

Uniforms

MS Phone: (770) 641-6855

School Hours: 8:00am – 3:05pm 9:00am late start each Wednesday

Click the QR code to access the Uniform Look Book.

Absences

Absences from school must be communicated to the office by email (msattendance@fcspaladins.org) before the start of the school day on the day of the absence, and state the specific reason to avoid the absence being unexcused. Teachers will be given an absentee list at the beginning of the day, notifying them of all student absences. Excuses by phone or handwritten notes are not accepted.

Absences (including late arrivals and early dismissals) are excused for the following reasons ONLY:

• Illness

• Medical or dental appointments that cannot be scheduled outside of school hours

• Serious illness or death of an immediate family member

• School-sponsored activities

• Religious observances

• Pre-planned family obligations will be reviewed and handled on a case-by-case basis

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Unexcused Absences

Student absences from school for any reason not listed will be considered unexcused. Following a student’s unexcused absence, the student will receive a morning detention.

Late Arrivals, Early Dismissals, and Tardies

If a student is arriving late to school or leaving early, the parent should email (msattendance@fcspaladins.org) before the start of the school day with a specific excuse and an estimated time of late arrival or early departure. Phone calls or handwritten notes are not accepted.

Late Arrival Exception

If an athletic or extracurricular event ends at 10:00pm or later, the student participating in the event may have a delayed start the following day, arriving no later than 10:00am.

Morning Tardies

Students arriving after the tardy bell must have a parent present to check in at the middle school office to receive a note admitting them to class.

Class Tardies

• 4th Class Tardy: Morning Detention

• 6th Class Tardy: Morning or Afternoon Detention

• 8th Class Tardy: Saturday School

*Please refer to the Parent/Student Handbook for more information on pre-planned absences, unplanned absences due to illness or major life event, etc.

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Summer Work and School Supplies

Please check the Fellowship Portal for information on summer work and school supplies. Math packets are emailed to new and returning families beginning in early June.

The required math packet, summer reading, and additional summer assignments are due on the first day of school. Please remember that summer work does count as a grade and may require a fair amount of time to complete.

Class Schedule

Annette Jacobs will email all MS students and parents in August when schedules are published and ready to view. Please note: Schedules are subject to change and are only final once Mrs. Jacobs notifies you.

Student Email

Official communication and messages will be sent to students via their school email address: s.firstname.lastname@fcsweb.org.

MIDDLE SCHOOL

House Program

The Middle School House Program is based on the five pillars of HONOR, OWNERSHIP, UNITY, SERVICE, and ENCOURAGEMENT. It is designed to align with our mission, create a sense of belonging, and strengthen our culture. Students participate in leadership/service opportunities, spiritual life activities, and competitions. There are five houses: Nobilis, Amare, Devotus, Animo, and Respectus and each one is the Latin name for the trait of a Paladin. Each student is assigned to one house for their entire middle school journey. This experience will broaden their friendships and build a stronger middle school community. We are FIVE HOUSES – ONE FAMILY!

Curriculum

The academic emphasis at Fellowship is to prepare middle school students for their high school experience and equip them with everything they need to have a successful high school experience. Students are challenged to accept increasing responsibility in a rigorous yet nurturing environment. Study skills, discipline, and character development are integrated into the curriculum consistently as students prepare for success in a college-preparatory high school.

A distinctive of Fellowship academics is the purposeful integration of Biblical thought and values with the content in all fields of study. Our teachers are committed Christians who intentionally incorporate this Biblical worldview into their teaching. They are passionate about what they teach, and more than half of our middle school faculty hold a Master's Degree in their field. Middle school course offerings include Bible, mathematics, science, history, english, physical education, art, computer, speech, and music. The full list of Middle School Electives was sent out in June or upon acceptance to Fellowship. Historically, they have included classes such as 3D Exploration, Portfolio, Home Economics, Chorus, Yearbook, Chapel Praise Team, MS Band, Boys' Sports Skills, Girls' and Boys' Lifetime Fitness, Robotics, and Strategic Games. For a current list of electives, contact the middle school office.

Google Classroom

For classroom assignments and instructional materials, students will access Google Classroom. This learning management system allows students to access resource materials for class studies as well as submit work, and in some classes, take quizzes and tests through the system. Additionally, teachers will use this system to post due dates for assignments and provide feedback for students. Students will be automatically populated into each Google Classroom and will learn how to access their account at new student orientation.

MIDDLE SCHOOL

FACTS

FACTS is a comprehensive system utilized by Fellowship for tuition management, extracurricular fees, payment administration and processing, online admissions/ enrollment solutions, etc. It contains class-specific information for each student, including: grades (MS/HS), report cards, schedules, directory, and more.

Note: Fellowship does not distribute phone/address directories. To access family directory info, you may purchase the FACTS Family App for $4.99 annually. The district code for Fellowship is FCS-GA.

Tests and Quizzes

To ensure a balanced workload, students will not be required to take more than two tests, one test and two quizzes, or four quizzes in a single day.

A weekly test calendar will be posted on the grade-level Google Classroom every Friday for the following week.

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Missed Tests

Test dates announced before a student's absence are to be made up on the day of the student's return. If a student signs in late and misses a test, they must be prepared to make up the test after school that same day.

Semester Examinations

Students in 6th – 8th grade take examinations in most subjects at the end of each semester. Each exam period is 75 minutes long.

Chapel

Chapel is held on most Thursdays. All parents are welcome to attend the division-wide chapels. Please note: Students meet in small groups monthly. Check the Spiritual Life calendar for the chapel schedule.

Spring Musical

Parents will receive information about auditions and performances from Fellowship Drama/Music teachers.

Field Day

MS Field Day is a fun-filled, sports-centered day held in May. It is a studentonly event.

Retreats and Trips –Woodlands Camp (Cleveland, GA)

Our Middle School retreat is a unique experience held early in the Fall of the school year. Each grade spends 24 hours alone at camp with Fellowship and camp staff. They experience worship, messages, team-building, fun, water activities, and more. *Students in 8th grade enjoy an extra day at camp.

6th Grade | Creation Museum and Ark Encounter

During this Fall trip, we will focus on:

• The 7 C's as found in the Creation Museum (Creation, Corruption, Catastrophe, Confusion, Christ, Cross, and Consummation)

• The evidence of a worldwide flood

• How the Bible supports dinosaurs

• God's handiwork in creating Earth's magnificent structures

MIDDLE SCHOOL

7th Grade | Jekyll Island Expedition

In the Spring, students experience firsthand everything they have been learning about in science class throughout the year at Jekyll Island. Students will visit Georgia's coastline to search for sea life, observe the fresh and saltwater marshes, explore natural forests with some of the largest oak trees on the island, and visit one of the largest sea turtle refuge centers in the south. While exploring God's creation, students worship together, work as a team, and strengthen relationships with their classmates.

8th Grade | Washington, D.C.

Our students embark on an immersive journey through American history, beginning with a visit to Colonial Williamsburg. Their adventure continues in Washington, D.C., where they explore iconic landmarks such as the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, Arlington National Cemetery, the Smithsonian Institution, the Pentagon’s 9/11 Memorial, the Holocaust Memorial Museum, and the Museum of the Bible, among others. This five-day trip, typically held in late April, offers students a rich educational experience as they travel by bus.

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Technology and Cell Phones

The purpose of all electronic resources is to support the school's educational mission. Applying information and technology skills is an integral part of teaching and learning. Students are expected to follow the Honor Code and the Code of Conduct requirements regarding technology use. (Refer to the Parent/Student Handbook for the Honor Code and Code of Conduct on the Fellowship Portal.)

All MS students will be issued a Chromebook device for academic purposes. Devices should be brought to school fully charged every day. Using technology in the classroom is up to the teacher's discretion.

Cell phone use during school hours is prohibited. Please contact the front office if you need to communicate with your child during school hours. Once the school day commences and students enter the building, student-owned devices, including smartphones, smart watches, etc., should be turned off and placed inside backpacks for the entire school day. This includes the time between classes and at lunch.

Lost and Found

All lost articles will be collected and placed in the MS lost and found cabinet at the end of the hallway near Gym 2. The student will be notified if clothing articles are appropriately labeled with their name. Clothing, shoes, and other items not claimed after four weeks will be donated to a local charitable organization. Lost textbooks should be returned to the office, and lost Chromebooks should be returned to the technology help desk.

PikMyKid

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Middle School Carpool

Due to construction beginning in 2026,

please check back for car pool information.

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HIGH SCHOOL

High School Staff

Principal: Shelby Hooper (shelby.hooper@fcspaladins.org)

Assistant Principal: Joanna Schuerman (joanna.schuerman@fcspaladins.org)

Dean to Students: Cliff Hutto (cliff.hutto@fcspaladins.org)

Administrative Assistant to the Principal: Tess Fancher (tess.fancher@fcspaladins.org)

Director of College Counseling: Lindsey Dean (lindsey.dean@fcspaladins.org)

Dress Code & Uniforms

Nurse: Laura Tribble (laura.tribble@fcspaladins.org)

Social Emotional Counselor: Dr. Amy McCullough (amy.mccullough@fcspaladins.org)

HS Phone: (770) 993-1650

School Hours: 8:00am – 3:15pm 9:00am late start each Wednesday

Click the QR code to access the Uniform Look Book.

Cell Phone Expectations

HIGH SCHOOL

Absences

Absences from school must be communicated to the office by email (attendance@fcspaladins.org) before the start of the school day on the day of the absence and state the specific reason to avoid the absence being unexcused. Teachers will be given an absentee list at the beginning of the day, notifying them of all student absences.

Absences (including late arrivals and early dismissals) are excused for the following reasons ONLY:

• Illness

• Medical or dental appointments that cannot be scheduled outside of school hours*

• Court appearance

• College visits (see 'College Visits' in the Parent/Student Handbook)

• School-sponsored activities

• Religious observances

• Driver's License appointment (half day only)

• Other reasons may be approved by the HS Administration

Unexcused Absences

Student absences from school for any reason not listed will be considered unexcused. Consequences for unexcused absences may include morning detention, after-school detention, or others as determined by the HS Leadership team.

Morning Tardies

Students arriving after the start of school must check in at the office to receive a note admitting them to class. Chronic tardiness will be addressed in accordance with the HS Behavior Response Plan. Students missing more than half of a class period are no longer considered tardy but absent from that class.

HIGH SCHOOL

Class Tardies

Three class tardies per class equate to one absence for Exam Exemption purposes. Habitual tardiness, as determined by the administration, will be handled as a behavioral issue to determine an appropriate course of action. *Please refer to the Parent/Student Handbook for more information on preplanned absences, unplanned absences due to illness or major life events, etc.

*Please refer to the Parent/Student Handbook for more information on preplanned absences, unplanned absences due to illness or major life event, etc.

Summer Work and School Supplies

The Paladin Post will include information on summer assignments, the dates and times for Chromebook pick-up, locker set-up, and yearbook pictures.

Please check the Fellowship Portal and the Paladin Post for information on summer work and school supplies.

HIGH SCHOOL

FACTS

Note: Fellowship does not distribute phone/address directories. To access family directory info, you may purchase the FACTS Family App for $4.99 annually. The district code for Fellowship is FCS-GA.

Canvas

This learning management system allows HS students to access resource materials for class studies as well as submit work, and in some classes, take quizzes and tests through the system. Additionally, teachers will use this system to post due dates for assignments and provide feedback for students. On the Fellowship Portal, there is a resource document with directions for logging in and navigating Canvas, including customizing notifications.

Academic Information

New Families will be contacted by the HS Academic Advising team in May with information regarding course requests, scheduling, and advising. For information regarding course offerings, credits required for graduation, and diploma concentrations, please see the Course Catalog.

Course Drop/Add Policy

Course drop/add requests for courses may only be made during the first two full academic weeks of the school year. If the request is granted, the instructor must specify a completion date for all work for the new course. All fees are non-refundable if courses are changed due to student request. Dropping a class does incur the risk that the desired alternative course may not be open. If the drop/add request is granted, all work for the new course must be completed by a date specified by the instructor. Drop/add for a second-semester course needs approval by the principal.

HIGH SCHOOL

Students who withdraw from a course after the drop request deadline will receive a "W". The administration will determine how this grade is calculated. This policy applies to all courses in the student's approved academic schedule.

Tests

9th and 10th grade students are not required to take more than two tests daily. 11th and 12th-grade students are not required to take more than three tests daily. Please note that this rule does not apply to quizzes. There is no restriction on the number of quizzes given in a day. Making arrangements to complete missed work is the responsibility of the student, not the teacher.

Semester Examinations

Students take course assessments at the end of each semester. As stated in the course syllabus, these assessments count as a percentage of the course grade.

Students who cannot take their exams at the appointed time due to illness or a death in the immediate family should notify the office immediately. A doctor's note may be required if an illness prevents the student from taking an exam. Students will not be permitted to take an exam earlier than scheduled. Parents should not make vacation and travel plans that conflict with the exam schedule.

Students are not required to take more than two exams per day. After completing their exams for the day, students are excused from campus. Transportation should be arranged accordingly.

College Guidance

Students at Fellowship are prepared for their next steps beyond high school by the College and Academic Counseling team. Each year, beginning in 8th grade, students interact with their college and academic counselors as they work towards their college and career goals. Utilizing an age-specific curriculum, the team hosts in-class student lessons, parent events, college application workshops, individual family meetings, lunch and learn workshops, standardized testing, college recruiter visits, and senior celebratory events. The counseling team helps students and parents understand the how and why of college admissions as they seek the best fit for their dreams beyond graduation.

For more information about college admissions programming, please contact the Director of College Counseling, Lindsey Dean (lindsey.dean@fcspaladins.org).

HIGH SCHOOL

Chapel

The high school retreat is held at Sharptop Cove Camp in late August or early September. This time away allows students to bond in a new way through shared experiences and worship. Parent chaperones are appreciated.

If interested, please contact Adam Deckard (adam.deckard@fcspaladins.org)

Winterim

Winterim takes place the first week of school in January when students return for the Spring semester. Winterim is an opportunity for our students to learn outside of the classroom more about their gifts and talents and where God might be calling them to serve in their community and future career. 11th and 12th graders may participate in off-campus internships to explore potential career interests. 9th and 10th graders may choose from various unique short-term offerings on campus, off-campus learning excursions, and domestic or international mission trips.

Senior Privileges

The HS administration grants senior privileges toward the beginning of the first semester. Senior privileges correspond to study halls and are limited to two study hall periods and lunchtime, and involve the permission to be off campus during study hall(s) and/or lunch or on campus in designated areas. (If a student is failing a class, their senior privileges will be revoked until they once again have a passing grade.) Parents approve all privileges, which may be subject to change at their parental discretion. Late arrival, inappropriate conduct, and/or failing grades will result in losing these privileges for a designated time.

Seniors must scan in and out at the office when leaving campus for senior privileges.

Seniors may leave for lunch if their parents have submitted the appropriate approval form. Students are not permitted to ride with other students to lunch off campus. We are a closed campus; therefore, friends from other schools are not allowed to visit during lunchtime.

CHAPEL

HIGH SCHOOL

Cars and Parking

Students who drive to school must have a valid driver's license, an e-signed parking permit application on file, and be in good disciplinary standing. All student drivers must display a parking permit in their car window and park in their assigned space.

A limited number of visitor spaces are available on campus for parent and guest use. Additional visitor and event parking is available in the Fellowship Bible Church parking lot. Please do not park in any numbered student space, spaces labeled faculty/staff, or unloading.

The speed limit on campus is 10 mph. (Please watch for young children in the elementary school area and near the turf field.) Students will receive one warning for violating the speed limit or driving recklessly or improperly on campus. The subsequent violation will result in a one-week suspension of parking privileges and a parent conference. Further violations may result in parking privilege revocation for the remainder of the semester.

Other than when arriving and departing from school, students are not allowed in the parking lot during the academic day without express permission from the office. Students are not allowed to go to their cars during the school day. (Students may not use cars as lockers or storage areas and may not retrieve books, lunches, or personal belongings during the school day.)

Under no circumstances are students permitted to leave campus in their cars before the end of the class day without specific permission from the office. Car audio should be kept at low volume until the student leaves campus.

All students, parents, faculty, and visitors park their cars on campus at their own risk. The school assumes no responsibility for damage due to theft, vandalism, accidental or malicious actions of others, acts of nature, etc.

HIGH SCHOOL

High School Carpool

Drop Off

7:30 – 8:00am (M, T, TH, F)

8:30 – 9:00am (W)

If you only drop off a high schooler, please enter from Woodstock Road and follow the route below to drop off in front of the high school, then exit from either the Jones Road or Woodstock Road entrances.

If you drop off elementary and/or middle school siblings –Please check back for carpool information due to construction.

Pick Up – 3:15pm

If you only pick up high schoolers, please enter from Woodstock Road and follow the route below to pick up in front of the high school, then exit from either the Jones Road or Woodstock Road entrances.

If you pick up elementary and/or middle school siblings, please follow the pickup routes for your younger child’s carpool. Then, either park in the church parking lot and wait for your high school children to walk up after the 3:15pm dismissal or proceed back towards the Woodstock Road entrance to enter the HS carpool line. Please communicate plans clearly with your children.

High School Carpool Dropoff

CHURCH

WoodstockRd

WoodstockRd Jones Rd

HS DROPOFF

Crossville Rd

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Academic Accreditations and Memberships

• Atlanta Christian Schools Association (ACSA) – ACSA aims to promote fellowship, encourage networking, provide staff and student development opportunities, and share successful programmatic strategies for metro Atlanta schools with a Christ-centered mission and biblical worldview. Fellowship is an ACSA member.

• Cognia – Cognia works with schools and systems of all types and sizes worldwide to assess their quality and help them meet the needs of every student. Cognia provides an explicit set of standards and criteria for accreditation and certification. Meeting and exceeding those standards results in a valuable recognition of excellence. Fellowship is Cognia accredited.

• Council on Educational Standards & Accountability (CESA) –The Council on Educational Standards and Accountability insists that academic rigor and programmatic excellence in all areas are inherent to discipleship, not contradictory. As a result, CESA schools demand quality, commitment, rigor, and excellence in every facet of the school. CESA therefore works in conjunction with schools to enable growth, provide resources for improvement, and to hold accountable all schools who strive for programmatic distinction and excellence, for the glory of God. Fellowship is CESA certified.

• Educational Records Bureau (ERB) – ERB is an independent educational advisory organization whose products and services assess and enhance academic ability, social maturity, and emotional awareness. Fellowship is an ERB member school.

• Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) –ECFA enhances trust in Christ-centered churches and ministries through its annual accreditation of organizations based on Seven Standards of Responsible Stewardship™, drawn from Scripture. Fellowship is ECFA accredited.

• Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) – The mission of SAIS is to strengthen member schools by providing high-quality accreditation processes, comprehensive professional growth opportunities, and visionary leadership development programs. Fellowship is an accredited member school.

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Annual Fund

The Annual Fund is our yearly giving priority as it remains at the heart of sustaining and enhancing the exceptional covenant education and experience for every student. Because of this, we ask every family, every year, to support the Annual Fund.

Bob Lord Field (BLF)

Bob Lord Field, located inside the stadium and directly across from the HS building, is the competitive playing field for our Paladin football, soccer, track and field, and lacrosse athletes.

Camps and Clinics

Fellowship offers a variety of on-campus summer camps for students of all ages. Camps are open to Fellowship and non-Fellowship families. Clinics are offered during the academic year to all Fellowship students.

Canvas

This learning management system allows MS & HS students to access resource materials for class studies as well as submit work, and in some classes, take quizzes and tests through the system. Additionally, teachers will use this system to post due dates for assignments and provide feedback for students. On the FCS Portal, there is a resource document with directions for logging in and navigating Canvas, including customizing notifications.

Convocation

Fellowship begins each school year with a special gathering known as convocation. In a typical year, faculty, staff, students, and parents attend. During this time of worship, the Head of School and division principals speak, dedicating the year to God's glory.

FACTS

Note: Fellowship does not distribute phone/address directories. You may access FACTS from the home page of our website or purchase the FACTS Family App for $4.99 annually. The district code for Fellowship is FCS-GA.

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Fellowship Arts Alliance (FAA)

The FAA exists to support and promote students' expressions of creativity in all areas of Fine Arts: visual, performing, literary, and musical. Membership in the FAA contributes to the mission of encouraging and developing young artists and fostering an environment of creativity, culture, and community for all families.

Fellowship Booster Club

Fellowship App

The Fellowship Christian School mobile App is your one-stop shop for everything you need as a Paladin parent or student. Easily access calendars, weekly news, Fellowship Portal, announcements, athletic schedules, and more—all in one convenient place. Whether you're checking upcoming events or looking for quick links, the Fellowship App keeps you connected and informed, anytime and anywhere!

Fellowship Portal

The Fellowship Portal is a passkey-protected area created for our school community to provide easy access to the Parent/Student Handbook, AllSchool Calendar, news and events, division-specific information, important forms, and much more. Contact your division office for the passkey.

Flex Time

Recess component of the MS lunch period.

FLOURISH

Leading a flourishing life means caring for our emotional, physical and spiritual well-being. FLOURISH provides all Fellowship moms, grand-moms and alumni a moment to connect with God and one another a few mornings throughout the school year. Through life-giving speaker messages and dedicated time for reflection and conversation, this Fellowship ministry connects women across the seasons of life to learn, grow and FLOURISH together.

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Georgia Goal

The Georgia GOAL Scholarship Program offers an opportunity to redirect a portion of your Georgia tax dollars to Fellowship Christian School to provide financial aid assistance to Fellowship students.

Georgia High School Association (GHSA)

The objective of the GHSA shall be to promote mental, physical, and moral education in Georgia, standardize and encourage athletic participation, and promote sportsmanship and an appreciation for and study of music, speech, and other fine arts through regional and state competitions. Fellowship is a GHSA member.

Fellowship’s middle school athletic program participates in two leagues. The first is the Metro 10, which comprises local private schools. The second is the Georgia Middle School Athletic Association (GMSAA), which includes both private and public schools from the surrounding area.

Google Classroom

This learning management system allows MS students to access resource materials for class studies as well as submit work, and in some classes, take quizzes and tests through the system. Additionally, teachers will use this system to post due dates for assignments and provide feedback for students.

Grade-Level Coordinator (GLC)

GLC's are parents who serve in MS and HS and are nominated and coordinated through the PTF. They are a conduit between the PTF and parents to communicate important information about community and grade-specific events.

Gym 1 (G1)

G1 is located on the lower level of the ES/MS building. It is the main competitive gym and performance space on campus. The entrance is immediately to the right of the middle school office. Volleyball matches, basketball games, school plays, chapel, and other large group gatherings are held here.

Gym 2 (G2)

G2 is located on the lower level of the ES/MS building. It can be accessed externally by following the covered walkway to the left of the middle school office entrance or internally through the middle school hallways. This auxiliary gym is used for middle and high school practices, elementary PE, and daily lunch service.

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IGNITE

IGNITE is our current targeted Capital Campaign funding the addition of a new three-level, 36,000 sq ft building, allowing us to better serve today’s students and prepare for Kingdom impact.

JumpStart

Before the first day of school, in conjunction with orientations and meetand-greet sessions, JumpStart is a Fellowship community gathering designed to foster connections with other families, provide an opportunity to learn about volunteering, purchase spirit wear, join the Booster Club and FAA, and more.

Metz

Fellowship's lunch service provider.

New Family Mentor (NFM)

A New Family Mentor (NFM) is a current parent trained to serve and mentor our new families, warmly welcoming them into the Fellowship community. Mentors are matched with new families based on grade level and gender of children.

Paladin Adventure Club (PAC)

PAC serves Fellowship Elementary School families by providing students with a nurturing environment before and after school that is safe, comfortable, and fun. This innovative and exciting program allows students in grades PreK4-5 the opportunity to balance learning and fun through various experiences, including homework help and playtime.

Paladin Center (PC)

The Paladin Center, located at 735 W. Crossville Road in Roswell, is Fellowship's athletic training facility. It houses the weight room, athletic meeting space, coaches' offices, and equipment storage.

Paladin Park

Paladin Park, located on Fellowship's main campus just inside the Jones Road entrance, is home to Winchester Field (baseball), the Paladin Pavilion, a playground, the softball field, a hitting facility, and tennis courts.

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Paladin Post

The Paladin Post is Fellowship Christian School’s weekly email newsletter, designed to keep our families informed and connected. Delivered to your inbox every Friday morning, it highlights key All School Updates and Divisional Updates for Elementary, Middle, and High School. Be sure to scroll down to the divisional punchouts for more detailed information. You’ll also find News Around Campus, offering a deeper look into the life of our school and the meaningful events shaping our community each week.

Paladin Roundtable (PR)

Paladin Roundtable exists to "Connect, Encourage, and Equip Fellowship Dads." The Paladin men meet monthly during the school year, typically on the first or second Friday, from 7:30 to 9:00am. While this is a year-long series, it's designed so you can attend as your schedule permits.

Parent-Teacher Fellowship (PTF)

The PTF exists to promote a vibrant and engaging experience of Christcentered community fellowship among our parents, students, faculty, and staff. ALL parents are members of the PTF. There are no membership fees or monthly meetings.

Parent Hang Tags

Parking

Room Mom

Room Moms are selected and invited by teachers to serve as liaisons between elementary teachers and parents, helping communicate important information and organize special class events (as directed by the teacher) for PreK4-5th grade.

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Spark and Ignite

4th and 5th-grade students participate in choice-driven Spark and Ignite elective classes. Some examples of past class offerings include: Worship Collective, Performing Arts, STEM, Advanced Art, Yearbook, Digital Design, Artisan Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Game On, and Survival Skills. These classes are revised year-to-year.

Spiritual Emphasis Day

Spiritual Emphasis Day is an opportunity for middle school students to take a break from their regular academic schedule and campus routine, dedicating time to spiritual growth through engaging with speakers, participating in musical worship, fostering fellowship with friends, and enjoying various fun activities.

Student Academic Support (SAS)

SAS is a fee based PreK4–12th grade program designed to provide students with the opportunity to maximize their learning abilities to reach their full academic potential. The SAS program may accommodate students with learning challenges but is limited to students with above average ability that can manage a regular classroom environment. Outside testing may be required to determine additional academic support needed. SAS Program details are available on the Fellowship website.

Studio 86

This meeting space is located on the third floor of the high school building.

Visit-U

Visit-U is the visitor registration system. All campus visitors must check in and present a driver's license to receive a name tag.

Winchester Field

Located in Paladin Park, Winchester Field is the home of the Paladin baseball program.

Winterfest

Winterfest is an elementary school onsite retreat that takes place over two days. Faculty and students take time off from core academic classes to focus on spiritual development. The days are filled with worship, messages, service projects, small group time, fun, and fellowship.

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Winterim

Winterim is for high school students and takes place within the first two weeks of January when students return for the spring semester. These two weeks focus on academic and spiritual development outside the classroom. 11th and 12th graders participate in off-campus internships to explore potential career interests. 9th and 10th graders may choose from various unique short-term course offerings on campus, off-campus learning excursions, or mission trips. There are also international educational trips.

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NEW FAMILY MENTORS

A New Family Mentor (NFM) is a current parent who has been trained to serve as a mentor to our new families. The NFM warmly welcomes new families to Fellowship and helps them get acclimated to our amazing Fellowship community.

Your NFM has child(ren) in the same grade level and of the same gender as your child(ren). Your NFM will contact you prior to the start of school to arrange social opportunities for you, your child and your family to meet other families and children in your child’s grade level.

This is a wonderful opportunity for your child to make connections prior to the start of school. During the school year, your NFM will continue to aid you in navigating the amazing activities and opportunities available for you and your child.

In addition, after the start of school, MS/HS Grade Level Coordinators (GLC‘s) and ES Room Moms will be assigned and serve as an additional resource for you regarding school-wide and division-specific information and events.

SCHOOL VERSE

"For this reason also, since the day we heard of it, we have not ceased to pray for you and to ask that you may be filled with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so that you will walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, to please Him in all respects, bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God; strengthened with all power, according to His glorious might, for the attaining of all steadfastness and patience; joyously giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified us to share in the inheritance of the saints in Light."

COLOSSIANS 1:9-12