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Special Announcements

Forrestdale Picture Retakes on November 26th

 

School Sports Questions?

Please visit the School Sports homepage for details.


Important Safety Reminders for Back to School: 

  • Students are reminded to cross intersections only where a Crossing Guard is present. 
  • Students riding bikes or skateboards to school MUST wear helmets.  Bikes must be placed at a bike rack and locked while school is in session. Bikes and skateboards may not be driven on campus; students MUST walk these on campus.  
  • Prior to entering the building, you must ring the door buzzer and state your name and purpose for visiting.  You MUST report to the Main Office to sign in immediately, which includes dropping off items. 
  • Please pull up and drop off at the Gym Door, not the Main Entrance door.  This allows for more cars to pull into the loop and drop off.
  • Do not drop students off in the street or in the Forrest Avenue staff parking lot.  Students are not to be discharged on Blackpoint Road at any time. 

 Below please find some important general reminders: 

  • Dogs are not permitted on school property for safety and medical reasons.  Please do not bring dogs to arrival or dismissal.
  • Please refrain from bringing in birthday treats during lunches, as we need your assistance in keeping the Cafeteria safe and orderly.
  • Students may ride only their assigned bus.  This means students may not ride a friend's bus home.  Bus seats are limited and we are responsible to account for everyone.
  • Please check your child's backpack on Tuesdays for important notices and visit the Virtual Backpack.
  • Students are not permitted in the building before 8:40 am, unless meeting with a teacher or using the library for study hall.  Teachers are not required to be on duty until 8:40 am, and students may not be in the building without supervision.  Please make every effort to drop off students as close to 8:40 am as possible.
  • Students are NOT permitted to utilize aeresol deodorants, perfumes, or other sprays (such as Axe) in the school building for safety reasons.  This includes bathrooms and the locker rooms.

2013-2014 Marking Periods

 

Marking Period 1

September 9, 2013- November 13, 2013     

Interim reports mailed October 9, 2013       

Report cards go home November 22, 2013

 

Conferences:

Monday, December 2, 2013  -  DP Night Conferences

Tuesday, December 3, 2013   -  FD Night Conferences

December 4, 5, and 6    – 1:00 p.m. Dismissal for Afternoon Conferences

 

Marking Period 2

 November 14, 2013- January 24, 2014        

Interim reports mailed December 18, 2013 

Report cards go home January 31, 2014

 

Marking Period 3

January 27, 2014- April 2, 2014                  

Interim reports mailed February 28, 2014   

Report cards go home April 9, 2014

 

Conferences:

Tuesday, March 4, 2014  -  FD Night Conferences

Wednesday, March  5, 2014 -  DP Night Conferences

March 6 and 7  -  1:00 p.m. Dismissal for Afternoon Conferences

 

Marking Period 4

April 3, 2014- June 18, 2014                   

Interim reports mailed May 14, 2014          

Report cards go home June 20, 2014 (DP)

Report cards mailed home June 27, 2014 (FD)       

         
Ball in the House Rocks with FD Students
The Forrestdale Senior Choir, under the direction of Mrs. Leutz, participated in a workshop session and performance with the acclaimed a-cappella group Ball in the House on October 10, 2013. This PTO-sponsored event was a huge success and allowed our students to showcase their talents alongside the group that has been seen on America’s Got Talent and The Today Show! Students practiced for over a month in order to prepare their two musical numbers (without any accompanying instruments or background music) and performed for the student body during an assembly and in the evening for family and friends. The five-member vocal band Ball in the House shared with our audience and students a wide range of their influences, from classic R&B to pop, hip-hop and gospel, and explained how they make their music come alive with just their voices.

Frequently Asked Questions

Reporting Absences
Please report your child's absence from or planned lateness to school by 9:00 am. You should call 732-842-0383, option 1 to leave a message or speak to Cathy Hawn. Your attention to this will save time and help us account for all students in an efficient manner. If your child is arriving late from a medical appointment, be sure to ask your medical provider for a note in order for the lateness to be excused. Please note that Deane-Porter school has a separate attendance line. Deane-Porter's number is 732-842-0330.

Phone Calls Home
Please remind your children that if they call you from school, they should leave a message when they do not reach you. If our nurse or school office contacts you, we will always leave a message. If you need to call back, please call 732-842-0383. Bear in mind that the number that shows up on your caller ID will not identify accurately where the call originated. Please listen to your voicemail message before calling the school back, and dial the main office number for the school of your child's enrollment.



Virtual Backpack
Check here for more information or to find copies of misplaced papers.

Forrestdale School Anti-Bullying Specialist
Jennifer Crow, School Counselor, is the Anti-Bullying Specialist for Forrestdale School.
Contact Information: jcrow@rumsonschool.org or 732-842-0383 x455
Laurie Volpe, Supervisor of Curriculum, Instruction & Guidance, is the district Anti-Bullying Coordinator.
Contact Information: lvolpe@rumsonschool.org or 732-945-3100
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Deane-Porter School
50 Black Point Road
Rumson, NJ 07760
Phone: 732-842-0330  
Fax: 732-212-0843 

Forrestdale School
60 Forrest Avenue
Rumson, NJ 07760
Phone:  732-842-0383
Fax: 732-219-9458 

 

Superintendent's Office
60 Forrest Avenue
Rumson, NJ 07760
Phone: 732-842-4747 
Fax: 732-842-4877

Business Office
60 Forrest Avenue
Rumson, NJ 07760
Phone: 732-842-0354
Fax: 732-842-4877