New Parent Training

ParentsWeb by FACTS Training

In August 2020, newly enrolled families will be invited to come on campus to learn how to navigate FACTS ParentsWeb, formerly known as RenWeb, our online Student Information System. You will learn how to access Student/Family contact information, Student Medical information, Attendance, Daily Grades, Progress Reports. Lesson Plans, Homework, Discipline, School Directory and other useful school information. The sessions are one hour in length. You may want to bring a laptop. RSVP for one of the three available sessions below.

Now Registering: Register for ParentsWeb Training

More Parent Sessions are available throughout the year via Parent University.

Staying Connected

Welcome to The First Academy, here are a few resources designed for you to stay connected to The First Academy:

Social Media

Our Social Feeds are updated multiple times daily. Interact, Share and provide updates via Social Media. The Divisional Principals post an update to their blog highlighting important announcements, check your email for a reminder!

• Follow The First Academy’s Weekly Blogs for updates from our principals, athletic departments and much more.
• ‘Like’ us on Facebook
  
• ‘Follow’ us on Twitter
• ‘Follow’ our Instagram Handle:@thefirstacademyorlando

Calendar

Staying informed with The First Academy events is quite easy! Choose important calendars for your family and subscribe directly to each feed! In a hurry? Take a look at our calendar page for all the latest news.

• View the The First Academy Calendar on the web
• Subscribe to your Calendars of choice on your preferred calendar viewer (iCal/Outlook/etc)
• Review the Parent University course list for ‘parenting professional development’.

Contact Us

At some point you’ll have a question or need to let us know something! Reach out to a staff member individually using our Directory emails, or find the frequently used numbers below.

• Keep in touch using the Contact (phone) and Directory (email) pages.
• Add frequent numbers to your phone:
  • Preschool: (407) 206-8704
  • Lower School: (407) 206-8610
  • Middle School: (407) 206-8620
  • Upper School: (407) 206-8630
  • Athletics: (407) 206-8634
  • Admissions: (407) 206-8602
  • Tuition & Business Office: (407) 206-8758

Get Involved

There are a variety of ways parents can volunteer and become connected with The First Academy community.

• Join the Athletics Booster Club
• Join the Fine Arts Network
• Register to Volunteer

Student Expectations

You’ll find our students wearing uniforms Monday through Friday, with Spirit Wear permitted most Fridays. Joining us for lunch? Be sure to check your divisional academics page for the lunch schedule!

Uniforms

The School Attire is available for purchase online. Details regarding Uniforms can be found in the Parent-Student Handbook but is briefly touched on below:

• • All students will be in TFA uniform every day except on specified occasions (i.e. Spirit Days).
  • Only TFA outerwear may be worn on campus during school.
  • All students will wear clothing with a proper fit (not tight or baggy).
  • Properly sized and fitted shirts (boys and girls) may be worn untucked.
  • Belts are to be worn on items made with belt loops. Belts must be worn through belt loops. Cloth/Sash belts that complement the uniform may be worn, but may not be longer than the skirt or shorts it is paired with. Girls who wear shirts untucked are not required to wear a belt underneath.
  • All girl’s skirts, skorts, and dresses will be no shorter than 3 inches above the top of the knee cap.

Lunch

Lunches are pre-ordered by Parents in FACTS ParentsWeb (formerly RenWeb). Upon logging in: navigate to Student, then Lunch, where you are greeted with a per-student calendar for ordering. Orders are billed through FACTS. For video instructions or to learn more about lunch, visit our Lunch page.

Aftercare

Need your student to stay late on occasion? We offer aftecare options suitable for most families:

• See Aftercare Options

Transitioning

Transitioning is a life skill that will help your child when they head to college. Some might find it fun and exciting, others a bit nerve racking. Please know reaching out to the teachers and division for guidance is always welcome.

The Admissions team has compiled some Tips for Transitioning.