At FHS, the first summer session consists of ninth through 12th graders, while the second session has only one class offered, English 12, limited to seniors trying to graduate. This year only six seniors registered. Private school students also use the summer sessions to make up courses. The two county high schools alternate hosting summer school. Even the Standards Of Learning tests have become part of the summer school curriculum for students who missed or failed a particular subject.
School rules change slightly in the summer.
Any disobedience in class will not be tolerated. Students have a 30-minute lunch break, but must remain on campus. Students must find their own transportation to and from school. And seniors who pass will receive their signed diplomas on the last day of the appropriate session. The challenge is to motivate them and inspire them to learn.