Please join us on Saturday, May 30th, 2020 for the first ever Commencement ceremony for The Forest School…
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We are proud and excited to announce that Mimi Tin will give the Commencement address at our first ever graduation on May 30th, 2020.
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Quests are real-world projects to master 21st-century skills. Usually lasting four- to six-weeks, each Quest includes a series of challenges bound by a compelling narrative and is designed to deliver 21st century skills while simultaneously incorporating traditional topics like science, social studies, and history.
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We are excited to share that Mary Norman will serve as Opportunity Director for our scholarship program. She will help families and friends of The Forest School understand how they can help other families *at no cost* through the GA tax credit program!
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We think COVID-19 is revealing the future present learner—who sets her own goals, leverages the latest e-learning tech, works as well remotely as in person, and takes 100% control of her learning. Read more at www.selfdirect.school
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It is Monday morning, and eight year old Aliyah can’t wait to get to school. She says goodbye to her mom and dad, walks down her driveway, crosses the street, and makes her way down the gravel road to school. After she gives a round of high fives…
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We are thrilled to share that Denise Ostrowski will be our Founding Spark Studio Guide (ages 5-7) at The Forest School next year!
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What if our community were presented with an opportunity to stay healthy, to contribute to the greater good, and to learn about and practice the future of work?
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When parents think about schools, often they think about “fit.” Ie, will my child flourish here? Will she fit in? Is this the right environment for her? But I no longer think about schools that way.
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What did your school experience teach you about storytelling? You probably gained some experience crafting five paragraph essays, book reports, and term papers. Maybe you learned how to write a personal narrative, or perhaps you completed a unit in poetry. Here at The Forest School, we don’t have a writing curriculum, we have storytelling projects.
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Elementary heroes studied the life and work of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. through videos that transported them back to the 1950’s, socratic discussions, and a storytelling assignment that made connections between their heroes journey to that of Dr. King. Our youngest heroes realized that…
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What does it truly mean to live and full life and what happens when you pass away? This session, high school heroes jumped into the Embracing Life and Facing Death Quest, in which they began to develop plans for their Murder Mystery Dinner. Hold on to your seats and be prepared for an experience you’ll never forget.
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Quests are real-world projects to master 21st-century skills. Usually lasting four- to six-weeks, each Quest includes a series of challenges bound by a compelling narrative and is designed to deliver 21st century skills while simultaneously incorporating traditional topics like science, social studies, and history.
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As we culminate the first half of our school year, holiday cheer has entered the hearts and minds of our elementary heroes. While our Holiday Dinner Quest was sure to capture their enthusiasm and imagination, the inspiration they gained led to a studio of self-reflection and joy. Heroes learned about holidays celebrated around the world…
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We are thrilled to announce our “Sharks” for the Entrepreneurship Quest Exhibition December 19 from 6-7:15pm at school
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Session 6 at the Forest School will engage elementary, middle, and high school learners in a theater production experience. Learners will work together to problem solve towards the ultimate goal of producing and performing live, outdoor theater.
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Family meals provide an opportunity for family members to come together, strengthen ties and build better relationships. They build a sense of belonging which leads to better self-esteem. Family meals also offer parents a chance to be role models and set an example of healthy eating habits and polite table manners. During the holiday season this becomes even more evident…
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Quests are real-world projects to master 21st-century skills. Usually lasting four- to six-weeks, each Quest includes a series of challenges bound by a compelling narrative and is designed to deliver 21st century skills while simultaneously incorporating traditional topics like science, social studies, and history.
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Are you looking for a way to maximize the impact of your financial giving this year?
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Since the start of this school year, heroes have built a museum showcasing a new version of what high school can be, apprenticed at 11 different businesses, and learned to plan a study abroad program. Stay tuned for the Session 4 Quest to see…
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