The Roar Report

Wildcats, the Countdown Is On! 🐾
The 2025–2026 school year is just around the corner, and Forest Glen is ready to welcome our students with open arms and high expectations. From important back-to-school dates and other tools for staying connected as well as opportunities to get involved, we’ve packed this newsletter with everything you need to start the year strong.

As principal of Forest Glen Middle School, I pride myself on being a visible, approachable leader who values open communication and genuine partnership with families. You’ll often find me in hallways, classrooms, and at events, celebrating the incredible efforts of our students and staff. It’s important to me that our entire community feels connected, informed, and uplifted throughout the school year. Whether you’re returning or joining us for the first time, know that you’re part of a school community that is committed to ensuring the success of all students.

A little about me, I’m passionate about student growth, staff support, and creating a school culture where everyone feels they belong. I believe in high expectations paired with high support. At Forest Glen, we believe every student can learn, grow, and thrive when surrounded by caring adults and clear expectations. My goal is to lead a school where learning is engaging, behavior is purposeful, and every child is known and celebrated.

This year, we’ll be focusing on building strong relationships, fostering a sense of ownership and pride, and ensuring consistency in routines and expectations. I ask families to partner with us by reinforcing the importance of attendance, effort, and kindness every day.

In the coming months, we’ll also be working to form a PTA, and we’ll need your help! A strong parent organization helps shape school events, support teachers, and create lasting memories for our students. If you’re interested in helping us get this started, we’d love to hear from you, please email: patrickdoyle@spsk12.net.

Thank you for entrusting us with your child’s education. Let’s work together to make this a year full of joy, discovery, and success!

Dr. Patrick Doyle
Principal

📅 1st Day of School: Monday, August 25, 2025
🕖 Doors Open: 7:00 AM
🕑 Dismissal Begins: 2:00 PM

Every Day Counts. Every Minute Matters.
Students who attend school regularly:

• Build better habits
• Achieve more academically
• Stay connected to friends and opportunities

Start the year strong — be on time, every day. Let’s make this the best year yet, Wildcats!
Attendance Matters. Because YOU Matter.

Come meet your teachers, tour the building, and get ready for a fantastic year at Forest Glen! We can’t wait to welcome you!

We're excited to invite your child to our 6th Grade Transition Program designed to help students feel confident and connected as they begin their middle school journey. Students will have the opportunity to meet teachers and staff, learn about academic and behavior expectations and explore the exciting programs and opportunities at FGMS

A special Parent Forum will take place for parents/ guardians in the auditorium from 5:30–6:00 PM. You will meet the FGMS administrative team, learn more about our school, and discover how we can work together to support your child's success.

Click the form below or image to register.

Please complete the registration form by August 1st at 5:00 PM for planning purposes.

Middle school students will be released in the Home Access Center on August 12. If you are new to Suffolk Public Schools, your child’s school will create a Home Access Center (HAC) account during registration. It might take up to 72 hours to activate. HAC accounts provide valuable information to families. A HAC account provides families with grades, email addresses, schedules, attendance, transcripts and state test scores.

• Easiest Way to Email Your Child’s Teachers: Once you are in your HAC account, clicking on the teacher’s name provides a hyperlink to start a direct-connect email. Some might need to right-click on the hyperlink to copy the address, open their email service, and then paste it into a new email address.
• If HAC has locked you out, the system will not allow access until the next day after its daily automatic refresh. After the next day, your child’s school can help you reset your password.
  
• If you need to connect more than one child to the same account, your child’s school can assist you.

At Suffolk Public Schools, we are dedicated to providing all students with a solid educational foundation and the tools necessary to become the world's next leaders and great achievers. We understand that the relationships we build with community partners and sponsors are integral to the success of our school division. Therefore, we strive to build intentional partnerships to advance student achievement by promoting a welcoming environment, honoring families, and linking activities to learning. Families and communities are active partners and key collaborators in achieving the goal of success for every learner, and with a strong community, we can bridge the achievement gap together!

If parents want to see their students' assignments in Canvas, they will need to be set up as an observer in Canvas. Parents will go to the following website to set up a Canvas account: https://spsk12.instructure.com/login/canvas. Click on the “Parent of a Canvas User? Click Here For an Account” link at the top of the page. Open the pdf below on how to generate a pairing code.

For more information on the required vaccines for students entering the 7th grade, please click here. To align with current Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommendations, the 2020 General Assembly passed House Bill 1090 which amends the minimum vaccination requirements for attendance at a public or private elementary, middle or secondary school, child care centers, nursery schools, family home day care, or developmental center. This legislation becomes effective July 1, 2021, and amends the Code of Virginia § 32.1-46.A.4 .

To purchase items such as agendas, locks for lockers, lost library fines, Chromebook fees, yearbooks, etc. They will need to use student ID. number. https://osp.osmsinc.com/SuffolkVA/BVModules/CategoryTemplates/Detailed%20List%20with%20Properties/Category.aspx?categoryid=FF390

August

7 - 6th Grade Transition (4 - 6pm)

21 - Open House (3 - 5pm)

25 - First Day of School

29 - SPS Closed

Volunteers who are committed to helping students succeed are important members of the school team. The Suffolk Public Schools Volunteer Connect program aims to enrich the quality of education for our students by providing opportunities for parents and community members to become actively involved - bridging the gap between school and community. Every day, students and teachers across our school division benefit from the generosity of volunteers who take the time to share their talents.

Website: https://www.npsk12.com/bms
Location: 200 Forest Glen Dr. Suffolk, VA 23434
Phone: 757-925-5780
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