A message from Principal Theresa Courtney-Ketcher: In my own words with perspective, technology is only a tool, it will never replace the true professional educator. “Are we blinded by the light from the screen” I have long said students must write everyday in all subjects. Check out the article below casting true light on the innovators of the tech world and who have made billions growing the industry to the point using technology is now law mandated by states. “Who's lobby

Dear Parents and Students, Welcome back new and returning families to Forest Park Elementary for a momentous year of learning and valuable experiences that will stretch our growth to full capacity. We are excited about many new offerings and updates, for starters new faculty and staff joining us this year: Ms. Keely Goodson, school secretary, is our new-returning secretary. She was our school secretary 2015-2017, and we are delighted to have her back. Ms. Jamie Hill, Second G

Please read this article, "Talking to Children About Violence - Tips for Parents and Teachers" from the National Association of School Principals. Parents and school personnel can help children feel safe by establishing a sense of normalcy and security and talking with them about their fears. #Safety #Parents #20172018 #PrincipalsMessage

This week, LRSD circulated a survey to staff, parents, and students regarding school safety. Students may complete the survey using their LRSD 1Connect accounts, and parents may also ask to complete the survey in English or in Spanish through the media center of their child's school, or through the PTA newsletter, or by request to the PTA. Please contact Pamela Smith's office at the details below with any additional questions. Department of Communications 501.447.1030 off

Dear Parents, Forest Park students' safety is foremost in our minds each day. Please know we take safety precautions seriously. The following practices are implemented and documented with the Little Rock School District as required by the Arkansas Department of Education: * Safety Security Training and Refresher Training each year * School and Classroom doors locked and remain locked throughout the day; the office has a screen monitor to recognize visitors before

Dear Parents, As we approach the end of a calendar year, I wanted to celebrate with you the outstanding students’ ACT Aspire -achievement results and the fruit of our labors. The LRSD Annual Report was printed November 12th 2017 in the AR Democrat Gazette, indicating Forest Park’s ranking in Arkansas: #2 Overall; Math; ELA; Science. In Central Arkansas Forest Park ranks: #1 Overall; Math; ELA; Science. I am grateful for the dedicated work ethic of students, faculty, staff,

Dear Parents, Forest Park Elementary first began our Patriotic Assembly after the September 11th, 2001 terrorist attack and has continued annually since that time. In 2003 Act 682 was legislated which created "Celebrate Freedom Week" in public schools the week of September 26-30, starting in 2005. This law was created to educate students about the sacrifices made for freedom in the founding of this country and the values on which this country was founded. Forest Park will

Dear Parents and Fellow Rangers, Welcome back to a new school year. I am excited about all the wonderful things that will take place this year. We have been diligently preparing for students and working to be the very best. Today, we had a Ranger Rodeo / Opening Assembly and introduced the new Rangers in town who are: Ms. Lupe Pena De Martinez, Assistant Principal; Ms. Mary Mendelsohn, Secretary; Ms. Deeni Sterling, Speech Therapist; Ms. Madeline Pitcock, Kindergarten Teacher