The safety of our students, staff, and community remains our highest priority. In light of recent incidents across the state, the FMSD met this week to review and enhance our game-day safety plan for all home athletics and district events. We want to assure our families that our district continues to work closely with law enforcement and surrounding school districts to maintain a safe and enjoyable environment for all Bearcat fans. Please see the attachment for safety and security updates that will begin being implemented at our next home football game. We appreciate your continued support and cooperation as we take these proactive steps to ensure the safety and well-being of our entire Bearcat community. These procedures will remain in place for all upcoming athletic and district events.
Bearcat Families, we hope you’re enjoying your weekend so far! Please see the attachment for complete Fall Break details. We wish everyone a safe and relaxing break!
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month!
From September 15 – October 15, we proudly celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month — a time to honor the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of our Hispanic and Latino students, families, and staff who make up more than half of our district family.
Thank you for bringing your traditions, values, and dreams to our schools each day. Together, we’re creating a vibrant learning community where every student can thrive.
#BearcatPride #HispanicHeritageMonth #CelebratingOurDiversity
Congratulations, Forest Elementary School!
We are proud to announce that Forest Elementary School has earned a “B” rating according to the Mississippi Department of Education’s Accountability Rating System! This achievement reflects the hard work and dedication of our students, teachers, staff, and families.
We are also proud that our district maintained its “C” rating—a solid foundation to continue building upon as we strive for even greater success.
Let’s keep the momentum going! 💙❤️
#BearcatPride #ExcellenceInAction #MovingForward
Last Tuesday, September 16th, was National IT Professional Day and we want to take the time to Shine the Spotlight on Our Tech Team. FMSD is appreciative for ALL you do! Shout out to Mr. Tim Ringo, Mr. Sam Crotwell, and Mr. Carlos Moore.
The grant selection committee wrote, "Your application stood out among the 250 entries we received, showcasing your dedication to the sport of Tennis and the development of your team. We truly believe in the positive impact the tennis program will have on the community and the growth of young athletes."
"I could not be more proud of this team and the way they continue to represent our school and community. Our journey and hard work are paying off in amazing ways," expresses Coach Skye Nelson. "From Forest to the finals, we play with heart."
School is off to a great start, and our Bearcats have been working hard! As we head into Labor Day weekend, please note the following schedule:
Students – No school Thursday, August 28 through Monday, September 1, 2025. Classes resume on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
Teachers and Staff – Thursday, August 28 is a Professional Development Day. Labor Day Break is Friday, August 29 through Monday, September 1, 2025. All staff return on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, when school resumes.
We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Labor Day weekend!
FMSD School Resource Officers Complete CMG Training for Restraint and Seclusion
Forest Municipal School District commends our School Resource Officers, Officer Coshune Bingham and Officer Jaylon Lofton, for their commitment to student safety and well-being.
Both officers recently participated in CMG Training for Restraint and Seclusion, a program designed to equip school personnel with safe, effective techniques for de-escalating situations and protecting students and staff.
This specialized training ensures our SROs are prepared to respond with professionalism, compassion, and the skills necessary to maintain a secure learning environment for all.
📸 Check out photos from the training below!
We appreciate Officer Bingham and Officer Lofton for their dedication to our schools, our students, and our community.
ATTENTION PARENTS OF K-3 STUDENTS: The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) announces nine regional literacy meetings for families of K-3 students across the state. Please click the link below for details about dates, times, and locations.
MDE Regional Literacy Meetings for Families
NEW DATE ALERT: Bearcat Experience 2025! 🐾
We’re excited to announce the new date for our highly anticipated Bearcat Experience event!
📅 Tuesday, August 12, 2025
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Forest High School
Join us for an evening full of school spirit and community fun as we showcase our athletics, activities, staff, and partners who make Forest Municipal School District a great place to learn and grow!
Highlights Include:
🎉 Parade featuring students, staff, and community partners
🚚 Two food trucks and a Sno-Cone stand on site
🎈 Family-friendly atmosphere
🍿 Refreshments available for purchase
Bring the whole family and help us celebrate our ATHLECTIVITIES (athletics and activities) the Bearcat way! 🐾❤️💙
#BearcatExperience2025 #WeAreFMSD #BearcatPride #FamilyAndCommunityStrong
Due to the weather conditions, our Bearcat Experience event scheduled for this evening has been postponed for the safety of our students, staff, and community.
A new date and time for the Bearcat Experience will be announced soon. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to celebrating our athletics and activities with you in the near future!
Stay safe, Bearcat Family! 🐾❤️💙
Join us this Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 6:30 PM for our annual Bearcat Experience—a celebration of all things Bearcats!
This exciting event brings together our athletics and activities (or as we like to call them, our athlectivities) to showcase the talent, teamwork, and spirit of our students to families and the community.
🎉 What to Expect:
✅ Parade of Bearcat athletes, teams, and activity groups
✅ Performances and demonstrations
✅ Meet & Greet with coaches, sponsors, and student leaders
✅ Fun for the whole family as we kick off the 2025-2026 school year!
Come show your Bearcat pride and help us celebrate the start of an amazing year! We can’t wait to see you there! 💙❤️
#BearcatExperience2025 #GoBearcats #AthlectivitiesInAction #CommunityPride
We are thrilled to kick off the 2025–2026 school year with excitement and anticipation as we welcome back our incredible staff and students!
Here’s what’s happening this week:
✅ Tuesday & Wednesday, July 22-23: Beginning of the Year Convocation and Professional Development Sessions--we are excited to welcome back all faculty and staff for their first official day!
🏫 Open House Reminder:
Join us tomorrow, Tuesday, July 22, for Open House from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM. This is a great opportunity for families to meet teachers, visit classrooms, and get ready for a successful year!
✅ Thursday, July 24 – First Day of School for all students! We can’t wait to see our Bearcats back in the classroom ready to learn and grow!
Let’s make this year our best one yet — PAWS Up for a strong start! 🐾
