Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is a charter school?
A: A charter school is a public school that operates independently of the district board of education under a charter granted by the state.

Q: How much does it cost to go to Family Foundations Academy (FFA)?
A: Nothing. FFA is a charter school -- it is a free, public school.

Q: How do families enroll their children in FFA?
A: Visit the How to Enroll page to learn about the process.

Q: What grades are taught at FFA?
A: Grades 1 to 5

Q: How large are the classes at FFA?
A: Average class size is 24.

Q: Do students have to wear uniforms?
A: Yes. Visit the Uniform page to learn more about it.

Q: Is there extra academic support at FFA?
A: Yes, we provide differentiated instruction, small group instruction, IEP (Individualized Education Planservices, RTI (Response to Intervention), Summer School, and Saturday Academy

Q: Do you provide transportation?
A: Yes.

Q: When does the school day start and end?
A: It starts at 8:30 and ends at 4. The schedule is:

6:30 to 8:30 a.m. Optional before care services (fee required for attendance -- see LINK Before and After School Care UNLINK for more information)

8:30 to 9:00 breakfast/bus arrival

9:00 morning announcements

9:05 classes begin

9:05 students are considered late

11:30 to 1:00 lunch for grades 1 to 5

3:45 end of classes for the day

4:00 school day ends, students may be picked up

Early dismissal must be requested in writing and must be received by 12:00 p.m.