Forest Municipal School District

Mississippi 4th graders No. 1 in the nation for NAEP gains over time: Rising scores follow state’s major education reforms enacted in 2013 Please click on the link below to read the full story: https://mdek12.org/communications/2025/01/29/mississippi-4th-graders-no-1-in-the-nation-for-naep-gains-over-time/

See You Tomorrow, Bearcat Family! All FMSD schools and offices will be back in session tomorrow. Buildings and buses have been checked. We are set to begin on time. Enjoy the rest of your evening.

Good afternoon, FMSD Bearcat Family All Forest Municipal School District schools and offices will be closed on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, due to the anticipation of precipitation. Because freezing temperatures mixed with precipitation could make roads unsafe, we are taking precautions and being mindful of Governor Tate Reeves' declaration of emergency. We are aware that weather can shift, but after speaking with Emergency Management, we believe this is the best decision for the safety of staff and students. Tomorrow roads and weather conditions will be assessed again and you will be informed of school sessions for Wednesday. Stay safe and warm, Bearcats! 💙♥️

Honoring the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Today, we reflect on the life, vision, and profound impact of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His message of equality, love, and unity continues to inspire us to build a brighter, more inclusive future for all. Let us honor his legacy by fostering kindness, promoting justice, and striving to make a difference in our schools and communities. #MLKDay #DreamBig #UnityInEducation

Forest Municipal School District Welcomes Back Ms. Mattye Evans for Continued Service on the School Board We are pleased to announce that Ms. Mattye Evans has been sworn in for another term on the Forest Municipal School Board. With a passion for education and a steadfast commitment to our community, Ms. Evans has played a pivotal role in shaping the direction of our district. Her leadership, dedication, and unwavering support for students and families make her an invaluable member of our board. We look forward to continuing to work alongside Ms. Evans to foster an environment of growth, innovation, and excellence for all our students. Thank you, Ms. Evans, for your ongoing service to our schools and community! #SchoolBoard #CommunityLeadership #EducationMatters

🎄Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Forest Municipal School District!🎄 As the holiday season approaches, we want to wish all of our students, families, staff, and community a joyful and restful holiday season! 📅 Holiday Schedule: Tomorrow, December 20, 2024, will be an early release day. All campuses and offices will be closed from December 23, 2024, through January 3, 2025. Faculty and staff will return on Monday, January 6, 2025. Students will return on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Enjoy your time with loved ones, and we look forward to seeing everyone in the new year! #MerryChristmas #HappyNewYear #BearcatPride #ForestMunicipalSchools

🐾 Celebrating Our Better Bearcat! 🐾 During our recent school board meeting, we had the honor of recognizing Jhai'niya Reed with the prestigious "Being a Better Bearcat" Award. 🎉 This award celebrates students who exemplify personal growth, determination, and the drive to show continuous improvement – and Jhai'niya embodies all of these qualities! Congratulations, Jhai'niya, on this well-deserved recognition! Keep striving for greatness – we are so proud of you! #BeingABetterBearcat #StudentSuccess #BearcatPride #ForestMunicipalSchools

🎉✨ Celebrating Excellence in Education! ✨🎉 At our recent school board meeting, we proudly recognized the outstanding educators selected as Teacher of the Year for each of our schools. Their dedication and passion for shaping young minds are truly inspiring! 🌟 Forest Elementary School Teacher of the Year: Amy Plaisance – 3rd Grade ELA Teacher 🌟 Hawkins Middle School Teacher of the Year: Kimberly Harrison – 6th Grade ELA Teacher 🌟 Forest High School Teacher of the Year: Shannon McDougle – Biology Teacher We are thrilled to announce that Amy Plaisance has been named the 2024-2025 District Teacher of the Year! 🎉 Her exceptional contributions to education and her unwavering commitment to her students are evident on a daily basis. Congratulations to these phenomenal educators! Your hard work and dedication make a difference every day. Let’s show them some love in the comments below! #TeacherOfTheYear #ExcellenceInEducation #BetterTogether #ForestMunicipalSchools

Forest High School Band Shines Bright at the 1st Annual Lighting of the Tree! The Forest High School Band proudly performed at the town's 1st Tree Lighting Ceremony! This festive occasion brought the community together to kick off the holiday season with music, lights, and joy. We’re so proud of our talented band members for their dedication and outstanding performance. Thank you to everyone who came out to support our students and share in the holiday cheer! #ForestHighSchoolBand #LightingOfTheTree #HolidaySpirit #BearcatPride

🍁 Happy Thanksgiving from Forest Municipal School District! As we pause for Thanksgiving Break, we want to take a moment to express our gratitude for our amazing students, families, staff, and community. Your support and dedication make our district shine! 🍂 Thanksgiving Break: All campuses and offices are closed this week. 📅 Classes Resume: Monday, December 2, 2024 We wish everyone a holiday filled with joy, love, and plenty of delicious food! Stay safe, and we’ll see you back next Monday, refreshed and ready to finish the semester strong. Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Forest Municipal School District! #ThanksgivingBreak #FamilyAndGratitude #WeAreBearcats

🏈🎉 4A South State Championship Game! 🎉🏈 We’re incredibly proud to announce that our Forest High School Bearcats have triumphed in Rounds 1, 2, and 3 of the playoffs! This Friday, we’re taking it to the next level as we host the 4A South State Championship Football Game right here at Bearcat Stadium! 📅 Date: Friday, November 29, 2024 ⏰ Kickoff Time: 7:00 PM 📍 Location: Bearcat Stadium, Forest High School Let’s pack the stands and show our Bearcat pride as we cheer on our team in this monumental matchup. Wear your red and blue, bring your loudest cheers, and let’s make Bearcat Stadium electric! Thank you to our players, coaches, families, and fans for your unwavering support. Let’s get this win, Bearcats! #BearcatPride #SouthStateChampionship #OneTeamOneDream #BIGFOREST

🎄📸 Save the Date! Christmas Picture Day 📸🎄 Mark your calendars! Forest Elementary School will have Christmas Picture Day on Thursday, December 5, 2024. ✨ More details coming soon! Fliers will be sent home this week, and picture envelopes will follow closer to picture day. We can’t wait to capture those holiday smiles! 😊

FMSD Board of Trustees Meeting Announcement: Please see the attachment for details about our next scheduled school board meeting.

🏈 Forest High School Playoff Alert! 🏈 This week marks the beginning of the Mississippi High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) Football Playoffs, and our Forest High School Bearcats are ready to compete! We’re excited to host Bay High this Friday for the 1st round of the 4A State Playoffs. Let’s pack the stands and cheer on our Bearcats! 🎉 📅 Date: Friday, November 8, 2024 🕖 Time: 7:00 PM 📍 Location: Forest High School ~ L. O. Atkins Stadium 🎟️ Tickets: $10 at the gate and available on GoFan (https://gofan.co/) 🚫 Only State Passes will be honored for entry. Let’s bring that Forest spirit and support our team in this exciting playoff journey! Go Bearcats! 🐾💙❤️ #BearcatNation #PlayoffBound #GoForest #PackTheStands #MHSAAPlayoffs #Round1Victory

🏈 Victory for the Bearcats in the Battle of the Golden Chicken! 🏆 Last night, under challenging weather conditions, the Forest High School Bearcats took on their rivals, the Morton Panthers, in the annual Battle of the Golden Chicken. Braving the rain, the Bearcats powered through to defeat Morton 28-3, claiming the Region 5-4A championship and proudly bringing the Golden Chicken trophy back home to Forest! Pictured from left to right: FHS Head Football Coach, Tobias Lofton; FMSD Superintendent, Dr. Melanie Nelson; Greg Keeton; Latrell Pace; Ty Chambers; Forest Mayor, Nancy Chambers; and FHS Assistant Football Coaches, Milton Green, Don Stokes, and Cedrick Wilder, Jr. Special congratulations to our Fred Gaddis Co-MVPs Greg Keeton and Latrell Pace, and to Ty Chambers for receiving the Gary Risher Sportsmanship Award. Rain or shine, go Bearcats! 🐾 #BattleOfTheGoldenChicken #BearcatPride #ForestStrong

🎉 Thank You for Making Our Family Fiesta a Success! 🎉 We had an incredible time celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at our Annual Family Fiesta! 🎶🌮 From delicious food and lively music to fun games and community spirit, it was truly a night to remember. A huge thank you to all the students, faculty, staff, parents, and community members who came out and made this event such a success! 🙌 Special thanks to Mando's Authentic Mexican Street Food and The Parad-Ice Food Trucks for providing amazing food and drinks! Check out some great photos from the event below 📸—we’re already looking forward to next year! #FamilyFiesta #HispanicHeritageMonth #ThankYou #ForestCommunity #ForestPride

🎶 Join Us for the Pride of Forest Band Send-Off! 🎶 This Saturday, October 26, our Forest High School Marching Band will be competing in the Class 4A State Marching Championship! Let’s come together to show our support and send them off with pride! 🕙 Send-Off Time: Join us Saturday morning at 10:00 AM on Anderson Street as we gather to cheer on our band! The band will depart the FHS band hall between 10:30 - 10:45 AM, so bring your signs and line the street to give them the best send-off possible! Our talented band members and color guard have worked incredibly hard for this moment, and your support means the world to them. Let’s show up in full force! 📍 Performance Details: The band performs at 2:00 PM at Pearl High School. Pearl High School Address: 500 Pirate Cove, Pearl, MS 39208. For any questions, feel free to call the Forest High School front office at 601.459.3255. Let’s go, Pride of Forest Band! 🎺🥁🎶 #PrideOfForest #MarchingBandChampionship #SupportOurBand #GoBearcats #BandLife #ForestCommunity #MusicInMotion

October 21-25 marks National School Bus Safety Week. We encourage everyone to remind students about the importance of staying safe while waiting for the bus, as school safety starts at the bus stop. To our bus drivers and monitors, thank you for going the extra mile to make sure our students arrive to and from school safely each day! You are WHEELIE great!!! #SchoolBusSafety #BearcatsRideSafe #FMSD #ForestPROUD

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: Please read the attachment in its entirety for an important update from our athletics department!

🎓 Congratulations, Dr. Marcus Holbert! 🎓 We are thrilled to announce that our very own Assistant Superintendent, Dr. Marcus Holbert, has earned his doctoral degree from Arkansas State University! 👏 Dr. Holbert’s dedication to education and leadership has been an inspiration to our district, and we are incredibly proud of this significant achievement. His commitment to excellence continues to strengthen our school community, and we know he will keep making a positive impact on the lives of our students and staff. Please join us in celebrating Dr. Holbert's hard work and success! 🎉 #ForestProud #AcademicExcellence #BearcatStrong