Welcome to the Bearcat Family!
Forest Municipal School District was excited to welcome our newest educators during New Teacher Orientation 2026!
The day was filled with learning, collaboration, and inspiration as our new team members were introduced to the mission, vision, and culture that make Forest Municipal School District the heart of our community.
A special thank you to Superintendent Dr. Melanie Nelson for sharing words of encouragement and setting the tone for an outstanding school year, and to Dr. Reagan Shoemaker, Federal Programs Director, for coordinating a meaningful orientation experience that prepared our newest Bearcats for success.
We are excited for the impact each of you will make in the lives of our students and families as we work together to inspire growth and achievement across our district.
P.A.W.S. Up!
Positively Advancing Well-Rounded Scholars: Unlocking Potential.
#FMSD #BearcatPride #PAWSUp #WelcomeBearcats #LearnLeadServeSucceed
Join us as we begin the 2026–2027 school year!
📅 Tuesday, July 21
❤️ District Convocation & Professional Development | 8:00 AM
🏫 Open House | 3:00–6:00 PM
📅 Wednesday, July 22
📚 Professional Development Day | 8:00 AM
📅 Thursday, July 23
🎒 Welcome Back, Bearcats!
Our students return for the First Day of School!
We can't wait to welcome our students, families, and staff as we continue Empowering learners to become productive members of society.
P.A.W.S. Up! 🐾❤️💙
2026–2027 REGISTRATION IS ALMOST HERE!
The Forest Municipal School District is excited to welcome our new and returning Bearcats! Please review the attached registration flyers for important dates, times, and the documents you'll need to make the process as smooth as possible.
📍IMPORTANT REGISTRATION REMINDER:
For RETURNING STUDENTS, registration will take place at each school campus. If your family has children attending more than one FMSD school, please plan to complete registration at each child's assigned campus, as students must be registered at the school they will attend.
For students NEW TO THE DISTRICT, registration will take place Friday, July 10, 2026 at the Forest Elementary School Cafeteria.
P.A.W.S. Up! We can't wait to welcome everyone back for the 2026–2027 school year!
#PAWSUp #ForestBearcats #FMSD #Registration2026
As we wrap up another successful and productive school year, we want to thank our students, families, faculty, staff, and community for their hard work, support, and dedication throughout the year. From academic achievements and athletic accomplishments to fine arts, extracurricular activities, and special events, our Bearcats have continued to shine!
We wish all of our students and families a safe, fun, and relaxing summer break. Enjoy your time making memories, recharging, and preparing for another great year ahead.
Have a wonderful summer, Bearcats!
#BearcatPride #HaveAGreatSummer #OnceABearcatAlwaysABearcat
The Forest Municipal School District is excited to offer our Summer Feeding Program to help ensure children in our community continue to receive nutritious meals. For six weeks, breakfast and lunch will be served AT NO COST!!!
Please see the attachment for the location, dates, and serving times. We encourage families to take advantage of this great opportunity!
#FMSD #SummerFeedingProgram #FuelingFutureBearcats #HelloSummer
A special spotlight was placed on our outstanding 25+ ACT scholars, whose achievement banners will be displayed for all to see as a symbol of their commitment to success.
We are incredibly proud of all of our students for striving toward excellence and representing Forest High School so well. Keep aiming high, Bearcats—the future is bright!
Forest Municipal School District proudly congratulates Coach Don Stokes on his induction into the Scott County Sports Hall of Fame this past Saturday during the organization’s 12th Annual Induction Ceremony held at the Livingston Performing Arts Center at Roosevelt State Park.
This prestigious honor recognizes Coach Stokes’ lasting impact, dedication, and contributions to athletics in Scott County. His commitment to students, athletes, and the Bearcat community has helped shape generations both on and off the field.
We are incredibly proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition and grateful for the legacy Coach Stokes continues to build.
Congratulations, Coach Stokes, on this outstanding achievement!
Photos from the Scott County Sports Hall of Fame Facebook Page, courtesy of Billy Freeman
#ForestProud #BearcatExcellence #ScottCountySportsHallOfFame
Missed the last Career Fair? No worries! You’ll have another opportunity to attend on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Please see the attached flyer for complete details.
#ThankYouLibrarians
We Are Hiring! Please see the attachment for complete details.
