M I D D L E S C H O O L C O N T. Semester Examinations
At the end of each semester, students in 6th - 8th grade take examinations in most subjects. Scheduled 75-minute examinations will count for 10% of the semester grade for 7th and 8th grade and 5% of the semester grade for 6th grade.
Homework
Homework is a necessary element in providing enrichment, re-enforcing principles learned in class, incorporating good work habits and time-management skills, supplementing classroom learning, and providing practice in needed skills. FCS recognizes the tension in family life as you attempt to balance family time, church, ministry, extracurricular activity, recreation, rest, and school work. We also recognize our accountability in preparing each student for the future. If a student experiences consistent difficulty in completing assignments in an acceptable time frame (i.e., 60 minutes maximum each night for a 6th grader, 70 minutes max for a 7th grader, etc.), the teacher and parents should consider the following possible causes: too many assignments, insufficient time management, student fatigue or illness, amount of time spent in extracurricular activities, and/or learning challenges. Students are encouraged to use time efficiently. If the student workload appears excessive, please contact the appropriate teachers to address concerns. Homework and class assignments are posted in Google Classroom.
Technology & 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 requirements of the Honor Code and the Code of Conduct with regard to technology use. (Refer to the Parent Handbook for the Honor Code and Code of Conduct.) All MS students will be issued a Chromebook device for academic purposes. Devices need to be brought to school fully charged every day. Any use of technology in the classroom is up to the discretion of the teacher. Cell phone use during school hours is prohibited unless a teacher gives permission. If communication is needed with a student during school hours, please contact the front office. Student-owned devices may not be used once a student enters the building and throughout the school day unless given specific permission by the teacher for educational purposes. This includes smartphones, smart watches, etc. Smartphones and devices are to be turned off and remain in backpacks during school hours, which includes both between classes and at lunch.
Lost and Found All lost articles will be collected and placed in the MS lost and found cabinet located at the very end of the hallway near Gym 2. If clothing articles are labeled with a student’s name, the student will be notified. If articles of clothing, shoes and other items are not claimed at the end of a four-week period, they will be given to a local charitable organization. Lost textbooks will be turned in to the office. Lost Chromebooks will be turned into the TEKe helpdesk.
