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Welcome to
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Welcome to Fort Worth Christian School! I am excited and honored that you are taking a moment to consider our school. I would like the opportunity to personally meet you, but, more importantly, I am excited that you will see first-hand what makes our community such an excellent place to build your child’s life foundation. As I travel across our 40-acre campus, I see our students happily engaged in a variety of experiences that create a strong sense of community and belonging while simultaneously preparing them to thrive and lead in the 21st Century. If you want your children to be integral members of a small, Christ-centered community where students are known and can discover their passion in fine arts, a highly-advanced technology program, state-championship athletic teams, daily chapel, rigorous academics, robotics, and so much more, Fort Worth Christian is a place for you to explore. Thank you for considering us as your partners in preparing your children-preschoolers and elementary, middle, and high school students-to thrive and lead the next generation. Yours In Christ, Ken Cheeseman President
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Mission
Fort Worth Christian School is a Christ-centered community where every child is loved and valued, taught excellence in and out of the classroom, and empowered by a biblical worldview for a lifetime of faith and service.
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Academics
Elementary School
The most important element of any school is its teachers. Our teachers are nurturing, creative, state-certified professionals who love teaching children. Our students are excited about their learning and are challenged daily to use their talents to glorify God. Chapel Daily chapel consists of praise, prayers, and Bible readings led by teachers, special speakers, and students. Parents are welcome to attend. Co-Curricular Courses All students have specialized teachers for art, technology, music, physical education, Spanish, and library. Enrichment • Academic Meet (4th, 5th) • Educational Field Trips • Class Musicals • Spelling Bee • Service Projects
• Band/Chorus (5th) • Overnight Trips (3rd–5th) • Strings Program • Student Council • Honor Choir
Robotics Students experience hands-on learning with WeDo from LEGO Education. WeDo employs an easy-to-use software interface and a cross-curricular, plug’n’teach activity pack that improves communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills.
Middle School Fort Worth Christian School educates the whole student. Middle school activities include not only academic classroom time, but also opportunities for service and spiritual development, as well as athletic and academic competitions. The middle school provides a bridge from the highly structured elementary grades to the high school level where there is a greater emphasis on independent learning and higher expectations. Electives All students have the opportunity to take the following electives during their middle school years: Band, World Drumming, Strings, Chorus, Art, Speech and Drama, Technology, Home Economics, and Spanish. In grade 8, they may take Spanish, Latin, or Technology for high school credit. Spiritual Life Students attend a daily chapel time as well as a Bible class. Opportunities for community service exist throughout the year. Recognizing that all of one’s life should be lived to bring honor to God, all activities are viewed with a Christian perspective whether in Bible class, on the playing field, or raking leaves for an elderly neighbor. Enrichment Many learning experiences take place outside of our classrooms. The 6th graders go to Arkansas for a service-oriented trip; 7th graders take a class trip to Big Bend National Park. These students camp in the outdoors and enjoy God’s beauty. 8th graders travel to Washington DC and New York City to visit the places studied in history and learn more about the founding of our country. Students also try out for various academic competitions from area spelling bees to statewide academic meets. Students have opportunities for leadership positions in Student Council, National Junior Honor Society, and cheerleading.
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Academics ADVANCED COURSES
High School GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS GRADING 90-100 80-89 70-79 0-69
A B C F
4.0 3.0 2.0
Grade Point Average is determined on both a 4.0 and 100.0 scale for courses taken in grades 9-12.
AVERAGE ACT SCORES - 2016 FWC National State
24.6 20.8 20.6
English Bible Math Science History Foreign Language Fine Arts Technology PE/Athletics Elective
4 4 4 4 4 2 1 1 1.5 varies
AVERAGE SAT SCORES - 2016 FWC US State
Math 550 508 478
Read. 540 494 466
Writing Total 521 1611 482 1484 449 1393
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ENGLISH Pre-AP English I Pre-AP English II Honors English IV AP Language and Composition AP Literature and Composition Dual Credit English Composition I Dual Credit English Composition II MATH Pre-AP Geometry Pre-AP Algebra II Pre-AP Pre-Calculus AP Calculus - AB/BC Dual Credit College Algebra Dual Credit Calculus SCIENCE Pre-AP Biology Pre-AP Chemistry Honors Anatomy and Physiology AP Biology AP Chemistry AP Physics I AP Physics II AP Physics C HISTORY Pre-AP Cultural Geography AP World History AP US History AP US Government and Politics AP Macroeconomics Dual Credit US History FOREIGN LANGUAGE Pre-AP Latin III Pre-AP Latin IV Pre-AP Spanish III Pre-AP Spanish IV/V Dual Credit Spanish III/IV Dual Credit Spanish IV/V BIBLE/ RELIGION Dual Credit Ethics Dual Credit New Testament FINE ARTS Pre-AP Art III AP Studio Art Pre-AP Music Theory TECHNOLOGY AP Mobile Computer Science Principles AP Computer Science
FWC
at a glance
700+ students PK-12
14:1 Student to Faculty Ratio AVERAGE
10 buildings on our 40 acre campus
Class of 2016 accumulated SERVICE HOURS Domestic & International
MISSION TRIPS
57
SPORTS TEAMS
1:1 iPads PK-5th
2015 TAPPS 4A DIV II FOOTBALL
STATE CHAMPIONS
6705
22 Clubs & Organizations AWARD WINNING
1:1 MacBooks
FINE ARTS
6th-12th
100%
graduates attend college
DAILY Bible Class &
CHAPEL 59 Year Anniversary
Distance to
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3
LITTLE KLUBHOUSE on campus 3 year old Preschool
BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE provided by
KLUBHOUSE
700
seat Chapel & Performing Arts Center Keller High School Carroll High School Birdville High School LD Bell High School Grapevine High School
7.2 mi. 7.6 mi. 1.7 mi. 5.6 mi. 8.4 mi.
15 min. 16 min. 4 min. 9 min. 18 min.
Accreditations:
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30 LEGO WeDo Construction Sets in the Elementary Computer Lab
2
Full Time Registered Nurses
FWC Student Body
Student Spotlight David Jennings
"I like FWC because all the people are really nice there and it's all about family. I like that we do performances on stage because it builds our moral fiber. I like how everyone accepted me when I first came because I was really worried about making new friends. The teachers are really nice there. I really love FWC."
• Spelling Bee • Academic Meet • Most Accelerated Reader points in Elementary!
Attended FWC since 1st Grade Attends St. John’s Church in Southlake
iLearn @ FWC Each teacher at FWC is provided a computer, and most an iPad. Each classroom is fully equipped according to the demands of the subject, and most include a projection system, document camera, and Apple TV. Each student in grades PK-5 is issued an iPad, and 6–12 is issued a MacBook Air and an email account. This account, combined with Google Drive, the iLearn@FWC learning management system, and various other tools (at the teacher's discretion), are used to maintain excellent communication between students and teachers, and between teachers and parents. The RenWeb student information system is used to track attendance, assignments, grades, and discipline. Both students and parents have access to these records as soon as they are entered. FWC has an Apple Certified Mac Technician and Apple Foundations Trainer on staff.
Elementary School
1:1 iPad PK-5
Apple Certified Mac Technician Apple Foundations Trainer Several Certified Apple Teachers
High School & Middle School 1:1 MacBook Air
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Student Spotlight
Kaitlyn Makens • National Junior Honor Society • Theater Tech Crew • Volleyball • Soccer • Track
“I have so many great friends at Fort Worth Christian and I love how I can join any type of sport.”
Attended FWC since Kindergarten Attends Center Point Church
Life at
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Clubs & Student Organizations
Sports
Art Club American Sign Language Club Book Clubs Cardinal Crew Chemistry Club Chess Club Drill Team Elementary Running Club High School Praise Band International Thespian Society Junior International Thespian Society Latin Club Middle School Praise Band Mu Alpha Theta National Honor Society National Junior Honor Society Poetry, Cookies, and Milk Club Robotics Rodeo Club Young Republicans
Baseball - JV, V Basketball - MS, F, JV, V Cheer - MS, JV, V Cross Country - MS, JV, V Football - MS, JV, V Golf - V Soccer - MS, JV, V Softball - V Swim - V Tennis - V Texas Association of Private & Parochial Schools Track - MS, JV, V Volleyball - MS, JV, V
Parent Organizations Cardinal Booster Club Locker Room Prayer Moms Parent Teacher Fellowship ParentPartners Parents in Prayer Cardinal Athletic Prayer Circle Moms in Prayer All Pro Dad
Mission Trips Cardinal Service Week was established to support the mission of Fort Worth Christian School and more importantly the Great Commission. Through unique service opportunities, students will see the world as Jesus intended. Students can choose to serve in one of several areas: campus, community, city, state, nation, or world.
The ParentPartners initiative pairs FWC families together to integrate new families into the Cardinal community. By focusing on building community, inviting prayer, and providing resources, we facilitate intentional opportunities for parents to partner in a most important calling - equipping the next generation of leaders who love God and know Jesus.
“Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength.� Deuteronomy 6:5
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Value
2017-2018 Tuition Schedule GRADE LEVEL Pre-K (3 Day) Pre-K (5 Day) Kindergarten Grades 1-2 Grades 3-5 Grade 6 Grades 7-8 Grades 9-10 Grades 11-12
TUITION $ 5,800 $ 9,500 $ 9,900 $12,200 $12,500 $13,600 $13,900 $15,350 $15,500
Registration Fee (PK-12) New Family: Application & Testing Fee Facility Fee (Grades K-11)
$500 $200 $1,500
Tuition or Payment Plan account is due June 15, 2017, or 30 days after acceptance. Payment plans incur a $500 fee per student. Pre-K Tuition: Ten monthly payments from August through May, due on the 1st of each month, without incurring the payment plan fee. Multiple Student Discount: For multiple students in the same immediate family, the student in the highest grade pays full tuition, the student in the next highest grade receives a 5% discount, the third student, or any additional students, receive a 10% discount. Registration fee is non-refundable.
Financial Aid The Financial Aid program at Fort Worth Christian School is designed to award tuition assistance according to financial need.
College Scholarships
$6.14M
$9.6M
$7.11M $6.43M
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Admissions FWC Thank you for your interest in Fort Worth Christian School, a place where your child’s unique gifts can be identified and developed in a Christ-centered community. Choosing the right school for your child is a big decision, and we are honored that you are considering FWC. The best way to learn about Fort Worth Christian is to join us for a campus tour. You will have the opportunity to see classes in session, meet faculty and administrators and have your questions answered. All interested students are encouraged to spend a day shadowing a student on campus!
Enrollment Checklist: Complete online application www.fwc.org/admissions Request teacher recommendations Submit immunization records Submit previous report cards Submit achievement tests Submit transcript (9-12) Complete entrance exam Schedule Principal Interview (HS & MS) Complete Online Enrollment (after acceptance)
Fort Worth Christian School admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin.
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Student Spotlight
Curtis Lyons • National Honor Society • Choir • Academic Meet • Varsity Football "Everything is so accessible • Basketball with the help you need and how teachers and • Tennis • Track
students are there for you. The authority and mentors you meet actually want to see you succeed and thrive in everything you do."
Attended FWC since 3rd grade Attends The Hills Church
Pay registration fee
CONTACT US Director of Admissions Shirley Atkinson satkinson@fwc.org 817.520.6561
Admissions Assistant Suzan Jenkins sjenkins@fwc.org 817.520.6514
Athletic Director Scott Smiley ssmiley@fwc.org 817.520.6513
High School Colin Madding, Principal cmadding@fwc.org 817.520.6501
Middle School Michael Campbell, Principal macampbell@fwc.org 817.520.6502
Elementary School Elizabeth Green, Principal egreen@fwc.org 817.520.6503
Fort Worth Christian School 6200 Holiday Lane North Richland Hills, TX 76180
www.fwc.org