The Foundation Christian Microschool (FCM) Application

The Foundation Christian Microschool offers professionally-led homeschooling tailored for families who prioritize Christian beliefs in education, allowing children to freely express their faith.

MICROSCHOOL STRUCTURE / FEES

Founded in 2024 originally as Christian Microschooling by Gilmer's Learning Solutions, The Foundation Christian Microschool (FCM), operated by Gilmer's Learning Solutions, LLC, is committed to providing high-quality, personalized Christian education that nurtures academic excellence, leadership, creativity, and character development in every scholar.

GLS has been recognized for its impact and innovation in education and entrepreneurship, receiving the 2021 LRRC Minority Enterprise Development Week Award, the 2022 Emerging Minority Business of the Year Award, and recognition as a finalist for the 2023 Small Business Impact Award. In 2025, GLS was also honored with the Phi Beta Sigma Small Business of the Year Award.

Under the leadership of Principal Educator Ar’Jillian Gilmer, M.Ed., FCM continues to lead innovative learning opportunities for students and families. Mrs. Gilmer was selected as a fellow in the Arizona State University Prep Microschool Entrepreneur Fellowship, a nationally recognized program that provides ongoing professional development, coaching, and resources for microschool leaders. FCM is also a proud member of the National Microschooling Center.

FCM’s commitment to educational innovation has also been recognized through investments from VELA, including a $10,000 grant in 2024 and a $50,000 investment in 2026 to support the continued growth and impact of the microschool model.

Our students consistently demonstrate meaningful academic growth and achievement, including 65% of students reading at or above grade level and 85% of students meeting math proficiency at or above grade level. Through small-group instruction, individualized learning plans, faith-based education, and strong family partnerships, FCM equips students to thrive academically, spiritually, and socially.

At FCM, we believe every child has a strong foundation for success—and we are honored to partner with families in building it.

FCM operates on a flexible schedule during the traditional school year, facilitating learning for 20-38 students in grades K-8 in a facility rented by Gilmer's Learning Solutions, LLC. We utilize modern technology and 21st-century skills in our curriculum and employ dedicated teachers who are passionate about education. We offer instruction in core academic competencies (ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies), and each day is infused with Christian values, allowing students to express and learn Biblical principles in conjunction with their education and socialization.

Our microschool assists Central Arkansas homeschool families who seek personalized and flexible education infused with Christian values for their K-8th-grade children. We provide highly effective instruction in a close-knit environment and through community engagement, with the goal of developing children into positive contributors to society.

Instruction takes place weekly, Tuesday through Thursday, and Friday (optional for students) from 9:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., with flex days for community immersion regularly built into our academic calendar. For community immersion activities, each child will receive a permission slip to attend and to ride in transportation secured by FCM.

Please complete one application per child.

Important Dates

*Registration fee can be paid with EFA funds if submitted prior to EFA Summer deadline.*

Priority Registration Deadline: April 30, 2026 $0

Regular Registration Deadline: July 1, 2026 $100

Late Registration:July 2, 2026 - August 1, 2026 $150 (nonerefundable)

Fee Schedule
- Out-of-pocket - $722.22 per month; automatically drafted on the first of each month
- EFA - $1,625 paid quarterly by the Arkansas Department of Education after uploading each monthly invoice to ClassWallet.
- Out-of-pocket with FCM Partial Fee Scholarship - $361.11 per month; automatically drafted on the first of each month
- Technology Fee invoiced in full during Q1
- Out-of-pocket OR EFA-funded lunch plan is available for $16/week. If paid via EFA, it will be invoiced with tuition. The lunch plan is nonrefundable.
STAFF

FCM staff come from a variety of backgrounds with each one being selected based upon their interpersonal skills, their teaching and learning experience, as well as their experience with children. Lead teaching staff are 18 years or older and have reputable childhood and/or recreation experience. Minimum requirements for teaching staff assistants are high school and/or college attendance, personal high academic achievement and experience working with children in small group settings.

SUPERVISION

All students will be under the direct supervision of staff at all times. No persons under 16 years of age shall be responsible for any group of children. No child will be left unattended indoors or outdoors at any time. Only a parent/guardian or an individual who is on the pickup permission slip may check out students. Picture identification is required at the time of pick up if it is a person different than the parent/guardian listed.

DROP-OFF and PICK-UP

Parents are to come to the door for pick up and drop off to sign their child(ren) in and out. If someone on your pick-up list will be picking up your child, they will be asked to show picture identification. BYOB(reakfast) is from 8:30 a.m. - 8:50 am. Instruction begins at 9 am. Pick up begins at 2:45 p.m. and concludes by 3:00 pm. Learning experiences begin promptly at 9:00 a.m.

Late Pick Up Policy – All FCM students should be picked up by 3:00 p.m. Families, who are late due to unforeseen circumstances (please call), will be issued a verbal warning on a case-by-case basis. To avoid situations like these, we encourage families to have a backup plan. We understand that unavoidable situations occur, and we intend to handle each situation with understanding and patience. Frequent late drop-off and pick-up may result in suspension of the child/ren from the program. We ask parents to be respectful and courteous regarding this policy. Families who regularly and without regard violate this policy will be required to pay an additional late fee of $5 per student per occurrence which is due by the end of the month.

If a child is left more than 30 minutes past 3:00 pm, and we have not heard from a parent/family, or if the parent/family cannot be reached and no one is available to pick up the child, the DHS office will be asked to come and transport that child to a safe location.

ABSENCES

If your child is going to be absent from microschool for the day, please call or text (901) 590-9189, message a teacher via Connecteam, email, or bring a note the day before. You may also email grow@gilmerslearningsolutions.com. We understand that emergencies arise, and not all situations will allow prior notice. Please practice giving advance notice as much as possible.

MEDICATIONS

Medications should be administered at home prior to arrival at CMGLS unless administration during the instructional day is required. In this event, any medication to be administered must be in a prescription-labeled bottle stating the type of medication, frequency of dosage and amount to be given. A medication form must be on file. If a child has an allergy that may require an epi pen and that child has a prescription, it is required to have one stored at CMGLS for emergency situations. No exceptions will be made to these rules. It is in the best interest of your child to have any medications properly administered.

SICK CHILD

At FCM, medical services are minimal. We stock only first aid medical supplies. If a sick child arrives, we will assume the illness began at home and will not allow the child to attend until they have been fever free without medication for 24 hours. We want to prevent the spread of infection throughout the facility. We should be able to contact you at home or at the alternate telephone number listed on your child’s registration for you to come and take the child home. Children who come to microschool with dressings are encouraged to have them changed at home. Please inform us by note if the dressing must be changed.

GILMER'S LEARNING SOLUTIONS, LLC DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL INSURANCE FOR CMGLS ATTENDEES. WE DO HAVE HOME/MICROSCHOOL INSURANCE TO COVER LEARNING EXPERIENCES IN AND OUT OF THE FACILITY.

CONCERNS

Any concerns or comments should be addressed with the Principal Educator.

LUNCH & SNACKS

Attendees will be provided an afternoon snack every day at microschool. Because we are a homeschool community, lunch is not included in the cost of attendance. Students may bring a packed lunch from home, or for an additional charge, lunch can be secured by FCM and provided by a reputable food service provider. If your child decides to bring his/her own lunch and snacks, both should be clearly labeled with your child’s name. Due to the risk of allergens, students will not be allowed to share/swap foods without parental permission.
FCM GENERAL EXPECTATIONS
- We treat others as we would like to be treated.
- We communicate with words and do not hit each other.
- We only use appropriate language. Profanity/derogatory terms will not be allowed.
- We eat only at breakfast and snack time unless food is used for educational purposes.
- We clean up after ourselves.
- We take turns.
- We respect and listen to our camp director, staff, and other adults providing services.
- We put things back where we found them.
- When indoors, we walk only.
- We do not throw rocks or any other debris outside.
- We keep each other’s safety in mind at all times.
Persistent discipline problems will not be tolerated. We strive to provide an atmosphere which is conducive to safety and a positive teaching and learning experience. Maintaining proper conduct while in the program is the joint responsibility of the children, families and FCM staff. In the case of persistent/extreme disciplinary issues, a verbal warning will be issued and the parent/guardian will be notified on the first occurrence; on the second occurrence, a verbal warning will be given and written notice will be given to the parent/guardian; on the third occurrence, the student will be dismissed from services for time period to be determined on a case-by-case basis.

FCM staff will handle discipline under the agreed upon terms between the family and FCM. FCM utilizes time-out/Parking Tickets, restorative reflection, or loss of privileges. Time-out is when a child is given time away from an activity, peers, etc., to think about his/her inappropriate behavior and try to develop a positive manner in which to deal with the situation. If time-out does not work, then the student will receive a Parking Ticket, and the parents will be notified at pick-up. If misbehavior is persistent, we will utilize loss of privileges. Time-out is 1 minute per age. Example: If the child is age 6, time-out is 6 minutes. Additionally, camp staff may choose to talk with the child about more appropriate actions that can be taken in place of time out if the incident is minor.
GILMER'S LEARNING SOLUTIONS, LLC

FCM PARTICIPANT PROFILE
Child's Name

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Do you give us permission to walk to the park at Walnut Valley (approximately three quarters of a mile down the street) with your child?
Does your child need any reasonable modification, because of a disability, to enjoy this program?
Do you give FCM staff permission to give your child children’s Tylenol in case of first aid requirement?
Does your child have any incontinence problems that we need to be aware of?
Are there any custody issues we need to be aware of to ensure your child’s safety? if yes, explain.
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If during the course of my child’s activities, should he/she become ill or sustain an injury, I hereby authorize you to obtain medical and dental attention.
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GILMER'S LEARNING SOLUTIONS, LLC

FCM PICK-UP AUTHORIZATION FORM

LIST PEOPLE AUTHORIZED TO PICK UP CHILD FROM MICROSCHOOL
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I have read and understand the policy, procedures, and information contained in this agreement. I understand and agree that by submitting this form, I agree to my child's/children's participation in The Foundation Christian Microschool (FCM). I agree that submission of this form represents my agreement to pay the fees associated with academic instruction on at least a monthly basis by automatic draft (to be arranged following submission). If registration is completed after April 30, 2026, I agree to pay the none-refundable $100 registration fee in addition to the fee listed below. Said application fee will be refunded for return FCM students.
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FCM Registration Fee$100.00

This application fee is for administrative purposes and is nonrefundable. Please do not select if submitting application by April 30, 2026. After April 30, 2026, if the application fee is not paid, this application will not be reviewed under any circumstances.

FCM Late Registration$150.00

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