ACADEMICS
Forest Hills Elementary School has been identified as one of Oregon’s Exceptional Schools. This is based on the performance of our students on state-wide examinations and strong school attendance. The information contained in the section focuses on that aspect of the school. Information about the school’s curriculum, programs, testing, and enrichment programs are included so that individuals can learn about these important areas. We are proud of our school and the performance of its students. We also know that to continue to have outstanding results we must strive to continue to improve.
Curriculum Outline: This links to grade level listings of the curriculum covered in reading, math, social studies, and science. This will give you a broad overview that will help put your child’s learning in the overall context of elementary school.
Staff Directory: Lists of current staff members including grade levels taught or areas of specialization.
Testing: The State of Oregon and Federal Government require extensive testing of our students throughout elementary school. This testing occurs on a regular schedule and it is important that all children participate. This section gives you information about testing.
Blended Classrooms: Forest Hills blends grade levels together for class configurations. First and second graders, third and fourth graders, and fifth and sixth graders are blended together in classrooms. More information on this link.
Talented and Gifted: Forest Hills has additional support for students identified as Talented and Gifted. Dana Smith is the program coordinator. Additional information can be obtained from the district talented and gifted web site via this link.
Enrichment Programs:Our regular programs are enhanced by parent supported Art Literacy, two technology/computers labs, artist in residence and unicycles (yes unicycles!).
Gwen Hill: Academics