PRINCIPAL WEEKLY UPDATE TO FAMILIES
September 11, 2026
Dear Forest Park Families,
As we move through these first few weeks of school, I want to offer a gentle reminder that the
beginning of a new school year is an adjustment for everyone. New teachers, new classmates,
new routines, and new expectations can take some time for students to get used to—even when
they are excited to be back at school.
You may notice that your child comes home tired, needs a little extra reassurance, or experiences
some big emotions as they settle into their new routine. This is completely normal. For many
students, it takes several weeks for the routines and rhythms of a new school year to begin to feel
comfortable and familiar.
Our teachers are spending these early weeks building relationships, establishing routines,
practicing expectations, and helping students feel safe, connected, and confident at school.
Connection, consistency, patience, and encouragement are especially important during this
time.
Please give your children—and yourselves—some grace as we settle in together. If your child is
having a difficult time adjusting or you have a concern you would like to discuss, please reach
out to us. We are always happy to partner with you and support your child.
Finally, please take a moment to review the informational flyers included below, particularly our
Open House flyer. Our Open House is scheduled for next Wednesday evening, and we look
forward to welcoming you to Forest Park.
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please continue to reach out to me.
In partnership,
Joseph S. Rotz
Principal
OPEN HOUSE INFORMATION
PHOTOS WITH FRIENDS
NK SPECIAL EDUCATION LOCAL ADVISORY
OFFICE OF FAMILY LEARNING FLYER
SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM
ARTSONIA
FOREST PARK PTO INFORMATION
FPES DATES TO REMEMBER
SEPTEMBER:
FP Open House - 09/16/2026
OCTOBER:
FP Spirit Day - 10/02/2026
FP Town Hall - 10/02/2026
Life Touch School Pictures - 10/07/2026
PTO Meeting - 10/07/2026
NO SCHOOL - Columbus Day - 10/12/2026
Flu Clinic - 10/13/2026
PTO Trunk Fest - 10/23/2026
NOVEMBER:
NO SCHOOL - Election Day - 11/03/2026
Parent/Teacher Conference K-8 - 11/03/2026
PTO Meeting - 11/04/2026
SIT Meeting - 11/05/2026
FP Spirit Day - 11/06/2026
FP Town Hall - 11/06/2026
Holiday Craft Night at DMS - 11/10/2026
NO SCHOOL - Veterans Day - 11/10/2026
Life Touch Picture Retakes - 11/19/2026
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break - 11/25 - 11/27/2026