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Next Registration Period -- July 6-10,2009
First Baptist School of Laurel has some space available in classes for Fall 2009. Specifically, space is available in the middle school program (grades 6th -8th), 5th grade, 1st grade, Kindergarten and Pre-Kindergarten for both 3 and 4 years of age.
If you are interested in attending the school please complete the application and church reference form found on this website under the "Admissions" section. Return the forms to the school office prior to July 6 and arrange for a family interview and assessment for your child during the week of July 6th thru July 10th, between 9:00 am - 2:30pm. Parents please continue to complete all other paperwork required for your grade level admission as detailed in the updated registration check list (PDF) (2pp, 27K).

First Baptist School of Laurel is closed until the end of June on summer vacation. Feel free to leave a message on the voice mail system (301.490.1076) and we will respond to your interest in the school expeditiously. Summer office operating hours will begin on July 1, 2009, from Monday through Thursday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. The middle school summer enrichment program begins Tuesday, June 30, 2009. If you are interested in the summer enrichment please contact Mrs. Paula Ephriam at wrain1064@aol.com.

On Thursday, May 28th parents observed a presentation on the future direction of the school for the 2009-2010 school year (PDF) (31pp, 447K). We celebrated the accomplishments of the 2008-2009 school year together and discussed the new educational programs and policy changes for the 2009-2010 school. Parents had an opportunity at the end of the presentation for a question and answer period. Please review the presentation for more information on enrollment, new Latin classes, improved after-care program, the physical education program and school uniforms.
***All budget related materials in the "End of the Year" powerpoint presentation are subject to Day School Committee Board Approval.

Learn more about health facts, information and web resources for the family. Learn more about H1N1 virus and how you can keep your family healthy.

Fathers working in the classroom to help teach the students how to plant for the Serenity Garden. The fathers are planting seedlings that will be transferred to the Serenity Garden after the frost period ends in last April.

Middle School Summer Enrichment Program will be offered from June 30th through August 6th. Enrichment courses in Mathematics, Science (emphasizing lab experiences), Writing workshops, and Social Studies will be offered. Students may participate in one, two, three, or all of the enrichment courses. Also, Personalized tutoring for middle school students will also be offered. Please contact teacher, Mrs. Ephriam at wrain1064@aol.com or Mrs. Wallace at mrsfranwallace@aol.com , about further information on enrolling your middle school student in this summer program. Download more information about the Middle School Summer Enrichment and Tutoring program (PDF) (1pg, 91K)

To all the Friends and Families of the First Baptist School --
You are welcomed to attend the School's Easter Program Thursday, April 2, 2009 from 7:00-9:00 pm. Students should be at the school no later than 6:30 pm. Please have your family and friends come and enjoy the worship together honoring the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

New Admissions forms have been added.

New Student Forms and Admissions Process are now available.

The Latest scores are out for First Baptist School of Laurel, Standford 10 Achievement Test Scores (2008) Grade Level Equivalent (PDF) (1pg, 104K)

The student re-enrollment forms went home today, Monday January 26, 2009. The re-enrollment period is from January 26, 2009 through February 20, 2009. Please fill out the re-enrollment form before February 20th to ensure your child is registered in the 2009-2010 school year. After February 20th, the students will be registered on a first come first serve basis. You can download the following forms.

First Baptist School of Laurel is accepting applications for the 2009-2010 school year. Please stay tuned to the website for the upcoming new application forms. Call the school if you have any additional questions regarding the admissions process. We invite you to attend the school’s open house where we will share details on school admission and registration for new families.

Dads Building Serenity Garden: Thank you to all the Fathers who built the garden boxes for the Serenity Garden.

Read in the Gazette how First Baptist School fathers help build garden for students

Preschool through 5th grade has a weekly Chapel service on Wednesday at 8:45 am. Middle School has Chapel every Thursday at 1:00. All parents and family are welcome to join us and worship with their children in the chapel.