Hello FLEC Families, and welcome back to the start of a new school year! It’s a great time to be at FLEC. Our first year on this campus was back in 1973-74, which makes this school year our 50th anniversary. We look forward to celebrating it with you. At FLEC our focus is on providing an excellent Adventist education in a safe and nurturing environment. Please take a moment to review the important information contained in this page as you prepare for the 2023-24 school year. We have an exciting year planned for you! Thank you for joining us.
Important Back to School Info
UPCOMING EVENTS
Used Uniform Giveaway
July 11-12
New Parent Meeting
Wednesday, August 2, 6:00-7:00 pm
Meet The Teacher Day: PreK-8th Grade
Monday, August 14, 1:00-4:00pm
Drop-in anytime between 1:00-4:00pm to meet your child’s teacher
First Day of School
Tuesday, August 15
Boo-Hoo/Hallelujah Breakfast
Tuesday, August 15, 7:45-8:30 am, in the Gym
Open House
Thursday, August 31, 6:00-7:30 am
Visit your student’s class as we answer any questions you might have after starting the 2023-24 school year.
July 11-12
New Parent Meeting
Wednesday, August 2, 6:00-7:00 pm
Meet The Teacher Day: PreK-8th Grade
Monday, August 14, 1:00-4:00pm
Drop-in anytime between 1:00-4:00pm to meet your child’s teacher
First Day of School
Tuesday, August 15
Boo-Hoo/Hallelujah Breakfast
Tuesday, August 15, 7:45-8:30 am, in the Gym
Open House
Thursday, August 31, 6:00-7:30 am
Visit your student’s class as we answer any questions you might have after starting the 2023-24 school year.
MEET THE TEACHER DAY
August 14, 2023, 1:00-4:00 pm
Visit Your Classrooms
- PreK-4th Grade: Drop-in anytime between 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm to meet your teacher, see the classroom, and get your back-to-school questions answered!
- 5th-8th Grade: Drop-in anytime between 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm to meet your teacher, see the classroom, and get your back-to-school questions answered!
Visit the Gym
- Get valuable info on Athletics, Music, ESS, etc. You can also buy your PE shirts!
Visit the Business Office
- Office is open to assist with any questions.
Visit the School Clinic
- Meet our nursing staff
- Drop of medical forms and medications
Take a Selfie
- We invite you to use #myflec when posting your pictures to social media.
OPEN HOUSE NIGHT
NEW THIS YEAR!
August 31, 2023, 6:00-7:30 pm
Visit your student’s classroom for this special evening opportunity to better connect with your student’s teacher and get answers to any questions you might still have after starting the 2023-24 school year.
August 31, 2023, 6:00-7:30 pm
Visit your student’s classroom for this special evening opportunity to better connect with your student’s teacher and get answers to any questions you might still have after starting the 2023-24 school year.
SCHOOL TIMES
M-TH: 8:00 am – 3:20 pm
F: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
F: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
ORDER UNIFORMS
Logo uniform tops and Jackets are to be purchased through Lands’ End. Chino style uniform bottoms must be purchased in the uniform section of any retail store. (Example: Target, Walmart, Kohls, etc. or can be purchased through Lands’ End)
Create an account and search for FLEC by our school number 900186487 Order School Uniforms
UNIFORM POLICY HIGHLIGHTS
PK-8 COLD WEATHER OR IN-CLASSROOM JACKETS
Any outerwear that is worn at FLEC must conform to the following standards:
- All Lands’ End jackets with a FLEC logo are acceptable wear for school.
- All other jackets, including organization jackets, must be approved by FLEC administration.
- A plain, long-sleeved, shirt may be worn underneath the approved short-sleeved uniform in the following colors: Cobalt Blue, Navy, White, Hunter Green, Gray(s).
- FLEC logo shirts must be worn at all times under approved outerwear.
- Blankets and hoodie sweatshirts/jackets are not an acceptable form of outerwear.
- Non-Lands’ End coats or winter jackets, with or without hoods, may be worn outside when temperatures are below 60 degrees. Hoods will be allowed for outdoor wear when temperatures are below 60 degrees.
TOPS FOR 5TH GRADE
Polo shirts with FLEC logo are required in grades 5 through 8 and purchased through Lands’ End. Uniform t-shirts are not allowed starting in 5th grade.
ARRIVAL & DISMISSAL MAPS
CALENDAR
LUNCH PROGRAM
Forest Lake Education Center serves lunch Monday-Thursday to those who wish to order. Each lunch costs $6.00 – $7.00 (depending on the meal). There is an additional $1.00 charge if the office or kitchen places the order for you. Lunches can be ordered starting August 11. Menus are available at the beginning of each month.
New Students – A lunch account will be created for you prior to the start of the school year. An email will be sent when your account is ready and you can begin the ordering process.
Order School Lunches Lunch Ordering Tutorial
New Students – A lunch account will be created for you prior to the start of the school year. An email will be sent when your account is ready and you can begin the ordering process.
Order School Lunches Lunch Ordering Tutorial
NEW TEACHERS
COMING SOON
CLASS PLACEMENT / TEACHER ASSIGNMENTS
Class Placement/Teacher Assignments will be emailed by the 8th of August. Student schedules (6th-8th grade) will be shared prior to/on the first day of school depending on the student.
STAY CONNECTED
It is important that you check your spam/junk folder for potential school communications. Those issues can be fixed by indicating the communication is not spam/junk and adding questions@myflec.com to your contact list. Please DO NOT unsubscribe to school communications. Often for the most up-to-date information, be sure to follow us on our social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram).
6th - 8th iPAD INFORMATION
COMING SOON
MEDICAL FORMS
MORNING / AFTER CARE
MORNING CARE HOURS
Monday-Friday: Beginning at 6:30am
AFTER CARE HOURS
Monday-Thursday: Dismissal–6:00pm
Friday: Dismissal – 5:00pm
FEES
Morning Care: Mon-Fri, $5 per Child
After School Care: Mon–Thurs, $8 per Child
Fridays and Half Days, $15 per Child
LATE FEES
$1 per minute after 6:00, Mon-Thurs; 5:00, Fridays
SNACK TIME
Monday-Thursday, snack is served at 4:00pm
FRIDAY LUNCH
A pizza lunch and snacks are provided on Fridays. Lunch is served at 12:30pm and snack at 3:30pm
More InformationHANDBOOK
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I set up Canvas
Canvas is an online program for students in grades 3-8 and parents to submit assignments, check grades, and much much more.
Canvas Link
Canvas Guide for Parents
Canvas Guide for FLEC Students
Setting up the Canvas App
How can I volunteer at FLEC?
Throughout the year we offer multiple opportunities for our FLEC Family to volunteer their time and talents. For more information please visit our FLEC Family page.
FLEC Family
FLEC Family
How do I sign up for 6-8 electives?
Click the button below to sign up. Electives are for 2023-2024 6th-8th grade students.
Elective Sign Up Form
Elective Sign Up Form
Questions
Direct questions about electives to administration.
Scott McCoy, Vice Principal.
scott.mccoy@myflec.com
How can my student apply for 1-5 Academic Course Enrichment (ACE)
Academic Course Enrichment (ACE) Acceptance Guidelines: Grades 1-5
Program Description
ACE is a once-a-week, pull-out program designed to support our gifted and talented students. Students in ACE spend time in a separate classroom where they participate in learning activities that are intended to stretch them as individuals. There are no grades attached to this program. Communication from the ACE teacher will focus on what students are learning in the classroom.
Grades 2-5—Students participate in ACE one full day a week throughout the school year.
Identifying Potential ACE Students
Potential students for ACE are identified in a variety of ways.
- School staff recommendations of current FLEC students
- Parent requests
- Documentation of prior gifted eligibility from a previous school. (These students do not need further testing.)
Process for Placement
- Parents are contacted for permission to administer the IQ test.
- Students are assessed by the Education Support Services (ESS) department.
- Test results are reviewed by the ACE committee.
- Parents are notified of the committee’s decision.
Criteria
ACE criteria is designed to look at the needs of the whole child. Consequently, grades and classroom performance are not the only criteria for acceptance.
- Gifted Rating Scale
- The GRS is filled out by the classroom teacher. It highlights five areas of giftedness: intellectual ability, academic ability, creativity, artistic talent, and leadership.
- School-wide Standardized Assessments
- DiBELS (K-2)
- NWEA Map (3-8)
- IQ Test
- KBIT—FLEC score requirements generally follow Seminole County guidelines for student acceptance into a gifted program. An IQ composite of 130 is considered gifted.
- Any other industry standard IQ test administered by the public school system, FLEC’s ESS department, or a private licensed psychologist.
- IQ testing must follow test guidelines in order to be valid.
Behavior
Participation in ACE is a privilege. All students are expected to exhibit positive behaviors in the ACE classroom. They must be willing to participate in all the learning experiences and contribute to the classroom environment.
Questions
Direct questions about the program to administration.
Stephanie Cooper, Vice Principal for Curriculum.
stephanie.cooper@myflec.com
407-862-7688 ext. 223
How do I get my students homeroom assignment and/or schedules?
Class Placement/Teacher Assignments will be emailed by the 8th of August. Student schedules (6th-8th grade) will be shared prior to/on the first day of school depending on the student.
Can I walk my student to class?
You can walk your child to class on the first two days of school only. Pre-K students can be walked to class all year.
When can I begin ordering school lunches?
Lunches can be ordered starting Friday the week prior to the first day of school. Typically menus are available at the beginning of each month
Can my student order lunch at school?
We discourage ordering student lunches at the front office. Orders made at school or on the day of, will incur and additional fee ($1). Please use the school lunch ordering system. Order School Lunches
How do I order Uniforms?
Logo uniform tops AND JACKETS are to be purchased through Lands’ End. Uniform bottoms must be purchased in the uniform section of any retail store. (Example: Target, Walmart, Kohls, etc. or can be purchased through Lands’ End)
Create an account and search for FLEC by our school number 900186487 Order School Uniforms
Where can I order PE uniforms for my student?
PE uniforms can be purchased at the open house, August 14, 2023. PE uniforms are required for students in grades 5-8
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