Raider Nation News 2026

Dear North Forsyth High School Students and Families:

Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year! I am so excited to welcome everyone back to North and begin my second year as your proud principal. After an incredible first year, I am even more grateful to be part of this amazing community and look forward to another year of learning, growth, and unforgettable memories together.

A special welcome to our newest Raiders, the Class of 2030! We can't wait to meet you and help you begin a high school journey filled with opportunities to learn, grow, build lasting friendships, and discover your passions.

At North Forsyth, we are committed to creating meaningful moments for every student. Together, our teachers, staff, families, and community will work as one team to provide outstanding academic opportunities while encouraging students to get involved beyond the classroom. Whether it's athletics, band, fine arts, CTSOs, or one of our many clubs and organizations, we hope every student finds a place to belong and people who make North feel like home.

One of the greatest strengths of Raider Nation is the support we show one another. I hope you'll join us throughout the year to cheer on our athletes, celebrate our performers, and encourage the many talented students who represent North Forsyth. Your presence and support help make this community so special.

We are excited to welcome everyone back to campus on Thursday, August 6th, and can't wait to see all that we will accomplish together this year. Be sure to check out the information below about Raider Rush and Raider Day---we will see you on August 4th as well.

Work Hard. Be Kind. Have Fun!

Go Raiders!

Carrie MacAllaster, NFHS Principal

Pride * Passion * Purpose

School Events:

• August 4th - Raider Rush and Raider Day

• August 6th - First Day of School

• August 6th & 7th - Grade Level Meetings

• August 13th-Meet & Greet

• August 20th- Senior Parent Information Night

If you would like for your child to eat breakfast and/or lunch please make sure that you put money on the account by adding funds on the MySchoolBucks website before August 6th. High schoolers can charge one lunch if their account is depleted. If the account continues to have a zero or negative balance, an alternative snack can be provided. This snack consists of vegetables, fruit, and a milk. Students are discreetly informed regarding the status of their lunch account as well as an alert is presented on MySchoolBucks. If interested in pursuing Free & Reduced Lunch, please visit the North Forsyth High School website, and click on Student Services. Once in Student Services, you will go to Food & Nutrition. This will provide a shortcut to the Forsyth County Schools website where the application can be completed. The NFHS cafeteria has one of the highest percentages among all schools in the district of student lunches served. This is an accomplishment that we are proud of. Our cafeteria has a variety of food selections and lines all for the price of $2.00 for breakfast and $3.75 for lunch. What are you waiting for, come eat!

Student bus information will be available Friday, July 24th on the FCS website and Infinite Campus.

Parking Update (July 2026):

Parking Pass Applications will become available at 9AM on Thursday, July 30th, for the 26-27 school year for rising Seniors and Juniors only. The link to the application is on the school website under Student Services and then Parking Permits.

Items to note:

Parking is a privilege and students are not guaranteed a spot. Parking location is assigned based on the operational logistics of the school’s schedule. Extracurricular activities, grade level, and designations such as IE2, Work Based Learning, Honors Mentorship, out of district, and dual enrollment DO NOT guarantee preferential parking. If you do not follow parking rules or have any violations of the FCS/NFHS Code of Conduct, your permit could be revoked.

· Any student wishing to park on campus for the 26-27 school year must have a parking permit, this includes all students regardless of the number of classes they attend on campus.

· A completed application, signed parking contract, and payment must be completed and submitted before you can receive a parking permit.

· Parking spaces will be assigned in July to Seniors first and then Juniors that completed the application process before the deadline in the order the applications were received.

· Payments can be made using SchoolPay for $140 or check/cash payments for $135 turned in at the front office before the deadline.

· Please plan on attending North Forsyth High School's "Raider Day" on August 4th to receive parking permits.

· Sophomores will be able to apply on 8/17/26.

Partner Connect is Forsyth County Schools' partnership program that brings our community into the classroom and connects students to meaningful experiences beyond school. Through local businesses, organizations, and volunteers, students gain access to mentorship, career exploration, guest speakers, and other enriching opportunities.

At North Forsyth High School, we are grateful for the many community partners who invest their time, talents, and resources in Raider Nation. Interested in getting involved? We'd love to connect with you through Partner Connect and continue creating opportunities for our students. Visit our website for more information and ways to connect.

Meet and Greet is a wonderful opportunity for students and families to connect with teachers, explore the school, and get excited about the upcoming school year. We invite all parents and guardians to join us as we welcome our students back and begin building strong partnerships that support student success. During this event, families will have the chance to meet teachers, learn about classroom expectations, receive important information, and ask general questions in a relaxed and welcoming environment. In addition, we will also have On-Demand Spanish translation services to support our parents that primarily speak a language other than English. We look forward to seeing you at Meet and Greet and working together to make this school year a successful and rewarding experience for every student.

At North Forsyth High School, Raider PRIDE is our school-wide framework for fostering a positive and supportive learning environment. Centered on the values of Purpose, Respect, Integrity, Determination, and Empathy, Raider PRIDE helps students develop the skills and character needed for success in school and beyond. Through consistent expectations, positive recognition, and meaningful relationships, we partner with families to ensure every Raider feels connected, valued, and prepared for the future.

Throughout the year, students have opportunities to earn Raider PRIDE points for demonstrating these values. Points can be redeemed through the Raider PRIDE Marketplace for items, experiences, and special events. Be sure to ask your student about some of last year's favorite activities and rewards—we're excited to build on that success during the upcoming school year!

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