New Families
Welcome, new FCDS families!
As you begin this exciting experience, we want to help you navigate our school and answer any questions that you may have. More information will be added to this page as it becomes available. We hope it's helpful to you. Please contact us with any questions.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Key Dates
| July 15 | Middle School New Family Orientation |
| July 16 | Upper School New Family Orientation |
| July 16 | Preschool New Family Orientation |
| July 31 | Lower School New Family Orientation |
| August 1 | Online Bookstore Opens |
| August 1 | Back to School Welcome Information emailed |
| August 11 | Welcome Day for All Divisions |
| August 13 | K-12 First Day of School |
| August 20 | Preschool First Day of School |
| August 22 | Music on the Lawn |
| September 1 | Labor Day |
| September 8 | Forsyth Golf Classic |
| September 11 | Back to School Parents' Night |
| Fall Sports (Grade 6-12) |
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If you are interested in playing a fall sport, please complete the fall sports interest form to connect with the coaches and stay up to date! Varsity sports start on July 28 and all Middle School sports start on August 14, 2025. |
| School Hours |
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Monday-Friday Preschool & Lower School Before School Program, 7:15 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. All students need to be picked up by 3:45 p.m. each day. The only exceptions are Middle and Upper School students who have a scheduled athletic practice and Preschool and Lower School students who have signed up for the After School Progam. |
| Who to Contact |
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AdmissionCarolyn Sutton Virginia Nichols AthleticsDoug Esleeck Kevin Westwood College CounselingLeah Hoffman Fury Ltd. Campus StoreHartley Pohjola Health RoomNancy Hart Johnson Academic CenterMegan Newbauer Lower SchoolAnn Parke Muller Leslie Faraci Main ReceptionReceptionist Middle SchoolRobin Snow Rhett Newton PreschoolRenée Fuller Brittany Corts Summer CampsMelanie Nance Upper SchoolLaura Clay Jennifer Nugent Visual & Performing ArtsJohn Kildahl |
| Fury Traditions Explained |
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What is Music on the Lawn?A Fury tradition that occurs in the fall and spring. This fun family event is sponsored by the FCDS Parents’ Association and includes music, food, face painting, and other activities. It’s another opportunity to meet other families, show our Fury pride, and build community. What is Spirit Week?We have a spirit week for each of our three seasons of sports: fall, winter, and spring. This is an opportunity for us to show our Fury pride and support our many teams. In Upper and Middle School, the Student Government Association chooses themes for each day of the week. Preschool and Lower School participate with their own dress-up themes. Typically, the week culminates with a K-12 pep rally. What is Tailgate?This fun Fury tradition occurs in the fall and spring around athletic home games. The whole community is invited to cheer on the Furies and enjoy food and connect. What is Buddy Day?Buddy Day is an ongoing opportunity for our students (preschool-grade 12) to share time together doing community-building activities associated with our core values (respect, responsibility, compassion, integrity, and curiosity). What is Community Night?Community Night is an opportunity for our FCDS parents and students (preschool-grade 12) to gather as a community and share a meal and engage in a variety of activities. When parents ask, "How can I get involved?" being a member of community nights is an easy and fun way to engage. A full community night calendar can be found here. What is the Delayed Start for Professional Development?Consistent and ongoing opportunities for our teachers to collaborate allow us to grow in our profession and best meet the needs of all of our students. The professional mornings ensure that we have scheduled time for all of our faculty and staff to participate in shared learning and development together. What is Wonderful Wednesday?Wonderful Wednesday occurs about once a month and is a PA-sponsored event. Parents collaborate to provide amazing food for our teachers - what a treat! |
OUR COLLABORATIVE COMMUNITY
It's important for everyone in our community to feel connected, supported, and engaged.
