Foundation Academy Middle School seeks to cultivate a safe, inclusive, and inspiring environment where every student, grade 6 through 8, is empowered to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. We aim to foster critical thinking, creativity, and resilience, preparing students to become compassionate, responsible, and engaged members of their communities. Through collaboration with families and the broader community, we seek to develop lifelong learners who embrace challenges, value diversity, and contribute positively to the world around them.
Principal Donald Barnes
My "Why...
“My commitment is grounded in my unwavering belief that every student has the ability to succeed greatly even if faced with great obstacles. I believe in the transformative power of a strong village of educators and families united by a shared purpose of ensuring achievement. Together, we play an instrumental role in empowering students to become compassionate, confident, and bold contributors to our cities, our nation, and our global community.”
Contact Principal Barnes
dbarnes@foundationacademy.org
Academics at FA Middle
Day In the Life of an FA Middle Scholar
6-8 Full Day at a Glance:
7:35: Scholars enter the building
7:50: School starts.
Beginning at 7:51am, scholars are considered late/tardy
7:50-8:20: Advisory, Circle or Morning Meeting
8:23-9:46: Literacy Block/ Independent Reading
9:49-11:12: Math Block
11:15-11:45: Lunch
11:48-1:11: H & G/ Science
1:14-2:37: Enrichment/ World Language
6-8 Half Day at a Glance:
7:35: Scholars enter the building
7:50: School starts.
Beginning at 7:51am, scholars are considered late/tardy
7:53-8:39: Math
9:31-10:17: PE
10:20-11:06: Music
11:09- 11:55: ELA
11:55- 12:20: Grab & Go Lunch/Dismissal
Enrichment at FA Middle
At FA, our Enrichment program creates intentional learning experiences that empower our scholars to pursue their passions and equip them to lead purpose-filled lives.
2026/27 School Hours
Doors Open: 7:35 AM
Start of Classes: 7:50 AM
Dismissal: 2:50 PM
Half Day Dismissal: 12:20 PM