Principal's Message:

Welcome to the Forestdale Elementary School website. We are a small school with an enrollment under 500 students. There are over 30 languages spoken at Forestdale ES but our primary language is spoken with a smile and open arms. We are family here and that is why Forestdale is the best little kept secret in Fairfax County Public Schools.  Here we believe in our children and their ability to reach and exceed academic excellence. Our faculty and support staff provide outstanding instruction to meet the needs of all students. Our doors are always open to families and community members. We embrace our diversity and accept the challenge of building strong minds, strong character and developing strong sense of community.

Forestdale Elementary School Profile Information

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Mission:

The mission of Forestdale Elementary School is to provide all children with a safe, quality education that will prepare them to be responsible decision-makers and respectful citizens. We are dedicated to providing opportunities for each student to grow as lifelong learners and thinkers. Together staff, students, and parents foster open, honest communication, respect for diversity and high expectations for achievement.

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School Vision:

In order to achieve our mission we will develop a professional learning community where the staff will:

• Work together in collaborative teams to plan instruction that meets the needs of all students.
• Particiapte in appropriate staff development to refine and improve instructional startegies and assessment that fosters best practices for children.
• Use continuous assessment and reflection to guide instruction for all students.
• Use the Community of Caring character traits to foster and develop appropriate behavior.

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