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The Founders Academy
Public Charter School Grades 5-12
5 Perimeter Road, Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 952-4705
(603) 624-0057
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Music, Visual Arts, and Theatre
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Mission & Vision
Curriculum
Program of Studies
What is a Charter School?
List of Distinguished Visitors
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Core Values
Board of Trustees
Board Minutes, Agendas, Dean's Board Reports
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Board Curriculum Committee
Finance Committee
Fundraising Committee
Outreach Committee
Parent Advisory Committee
Personnel Committee
Policy Committee
Policies & Procedures
Board Policies - Approved
Board of Advisors
Charter Financial Reporting
2023-24 Fiscal Year Financials
2022-23 Fiscal Year Financials
2021-22 Fiscal Year Financials
2020-21 Fiscal Year Financials
2019-20 Fiscal Year Financials
2018-19 Fiscal Year Financials
2017-18 Fiscal Year Financials
2016-17 Fiscal Year Financials
2015-16 Fiscal Year Financials
2014-15 Fiscal Year Financials
2013-14 Fiscal Year Financials
Notifications
The Charter
Career Opportunities
Annual Progress & Accountability Report
State Report Card
Admissions
Online Application
Transcripts & Records Release Form
Residency Affidavit Form
Waitlists and Capacity
Admissions Policy
Know Your Rights: Students with Disabilities in Charter Schools
Students
Student Portal
Honor Roll Students
Handbook
Student Life
Daily Bell Schedule
Leadership Code of Conduct
Dress Code
Busing
Academic Challenges
Clubs and Activities
ONLINE School Store
Back to School Supplies
Career Pathways & Community Outreach
Alternative PE Credit Options
Previous Senior Projects
In the Words of Students
Parents
PTSG
Want to Volunteer or Join PTSG?
PTSG Bylaws
PTSG Mission & Vision
PTSG Minutes
Drop-off & Pickup Procedure
Handbook
Parent Portal
Safety & Emergencies
In the Words of Parents
FAQ for New Families
Faculty
Staff Directory
Founders Teacher Code of Excellence
Teacher Portal
Student Services
Meet Your Counselors
Program of Studies
Scholarship Opportunities
Career Exploration Blog
High School Graduation Requirements
Post-Graduate Planning Resources
Helpful Apps
Community Resource Guide
Extended Learning Opportunities
Senior Acceptances
Forms and Payments
Calendar
2023 - 24 School Calendar
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Donating
Fundraising
Fall Calendar Raffle
John Stark Day
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John Stark Day Essay Contest
John Stark Day Essay Contest
for Middle and High School Students
All students are welcome to participate in the 2021 John Stark Day Essay Contest!
For middle school students:
John Stark was promoted in rank when he did something brave that helped Americans reach victory. Have you done something under pressure that helped you or someone else? What did you do, and how did it feel to step out of your comfort zone for a good cause? How was your modern brave act similar and different to John Stark's brave acts in his lifetime?
For high school students:
John Stark was promoted in rank when he took action to help Americans reach victory. Do you think the size of your victory depends on how much action you take to get there? Would John Stark have been as successful and remembered today if he had taken smaller actions? What was John Stark's biggest action and biggest victory? Was his victory worth his actions? Why or why not?
Choose the option that interests you the most, even if you are not in the respective grade level.
Due
: Wednesday, March 31, 2021
Prize
: $50 for each middle and high school winner
Additional requirements:
• Evidence of comprehensive and accurate historical research.
• Utilization and consistent citation of at least 2 resources.
• Adherence to theme, demonstrating substantial supporting detail.
• Proper MLA citations. You can find a guide
here
.
• Essays must be free of plagiarism. You can read about plagiarism and how to avoid it
here
.
• Works Cited – Only sources cited in the body of the paper should appear on the
Works Cited
.
• Maximum of 1200 words.
Students should submit their completed essays by Wednesday, March 31 to Mr. Morse at
[email protected]
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