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Learn more: Forest Elementary School

At Forest Elementary School, everyone is part of the pack! Learn more about the school today | Watch the video
 

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Individual focus. Limitless potential.
We inspire and educate all learners to develop their unique potential and positively impact their community.
 

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Belong to a community

We are committed to ensuring an equitable and respectful educational experience for every student.
 

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Forest Elementary

Creating a welcoming and inclusive environment to help our students reach their full potential.

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Melissa Jackson

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School News

MCA Testing for Grades 3-5

MCA testing will take place on the following dates:

📅 April 15-16
📅 April 23-24
📅 April 29-30

Here are a few things we recommend: 

  • Get plenty of rest
  • Eat a good breakfast
  • Do your best!

Reminder: 

  • Please arrive on time school for testing
🎨 PTO “Chalk the Walk” – Sunday, May 4th 🎉

The PTO is inviting families to join us on Sunday, May 4th from 3:00 to 4:30 PM to “Chalk the Walk”!

Let’s come together to decorate the school sidewalks with colorful words and pictures of appreciation for our amazing staff. This is a great way for students and families to show their gratitude and help start staff appreciation week with big smiles!

Bring your creativity (and some chalk if you have it!) – we’ll provide some too.

Let’s make the walkway into school shine with love and appreciation!

Click here to sign up.

K-5 ELA Materials Adoption Vendor Fair

Families and staff across the district are invited to attend the upcoming K–5 English Language Arts materials adoption vendor fair, scheduled for Friday, May 2, at Sandburg Middle School. The fair, taking place from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., will provide an opportunity for attendees to preview and evaluate two ELA curriculum options, which include Wit & Wisdom and EL Education.

Still looking for Summer opportunities for your student(s)? 

Join us for a summer full of fun, learning, and discovery with a variety of engaging programs for students entering in grades K–9!

Summer Explorers offers themed, week-long classes Monday–Thursday focused on art, science, sports, imagination, and more.

Super Summer Explorers takes learning to the next level with full-day STEAM camps featuring 3D printing, coding, drones, fashion, and media production.

Plus, enjoy half-day enrichment classes in music, dance, STEM, sports, and more — perfect for exploring new interests each week!

View all of our upcoming enrichment activities HERE

Sign up today and let the adventures begin! 

🌸 Spring Into Summer Learning Family Night 🌞

Looking for engaging activities for your family this summer?

Join us at Forest Elementary School for our Spring Into Summer Learning Family Night!

📅 Thursday, April 24th
🕔 5:00 – 6:30 PM
 

Come out and explore:

✅ Health & Wellness Resources
✅ Recreation Resources
✅ Learning Resources for PK – 5th Grade

Have fun and meet other Forest families, get inspired with summer ideas, and enjoy a fun-filled evening together!

FREE food and beverages will be served! 


Don't miss out on this awesome opportunity to kick off summer planning the right way!

We hope to see you there! 

🌸 Spring Break Alert! 🌸

No school from March 31 - April 4! 🎊 Enjoy your break, relax, and have fun! ☀️🌸

📢 Classes resume on Monday, April 7. See you all refreshed and ready to go! 📚✏️

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