Important News

HCPSS families interested in the Gifted and Talented (G/T) Program are invited to learn about the advanced-level offerings available and how their students can become involved. Held virtually, the information nights will begin with an overview of the G/T Education Program, followed by a question-and-answer session with HCPSS G/T Education Program staff. Registration is required.

Please join us at our Family Math Night on 10/10 from 5:30-7PM! Dinner & childcare will be provided. SFES PTA’s Lego Night to follow! RSVP HERE .

We encourage all students and families to walk to school on Wednesday, October 9th. A few staff will be stationed at five community locations beginning at 8:20am, walk to SFES begins at 8:25am. Please know we selected general spots and know these aren’t perfect for all families; however, we hope all students and families will participate and meet staff and…

There is a lot of excitement and interest surrounding our new family program that will be run by Mr. Jackson, SFES parent. We are so excited for our school community! The Family Tree, formerly advertised by our school as All Pro Dad, is a program to help families grow their relationships with their children. The Family Tree is much more…

Mark your calendar! Students at Stevens Forest Elementary will have their individual pictures taken on 10/23/24. If you wish to order school pictures, please view directions for online ordering below: Go to: www.schoolpix.com Click on: Preorder Portraits Online Here Enter the SFES online code: SFESF24 Follow prompts See more information at this link. ---- ¡School Pictures, Inc. está aquí para…

Each year, the Howard County Public School System partners with the Maryland Partnership for Prevention to bring flu immunizations into our schools for students. This year, they will also be offering the latest Covid vaccine if available before the scheduled clinic date. The clinic at SFES will be held on Friday, November 1st during school hours. If you would like…

The dentist is coming to Stevens Forest elementary school on Thursday, October 16th! All school age children should see a dentist at least twice a year for good oral health. Permission slips will come home this week in Friday folders, or you may easily sign your child up online at www.myschooldentist.com El dentista llegará a la escuela primaria Stevens Forest…

The Howard County Literacy Association invites students in grades 1-5 to submit their original poems and/or short stories to the annual writing contest called The Young Authors' Contest. Please see the attached Young Authors' Contest Guidelines 2024-2025 for information about the rules and guidelines. Paper copies of the guidelines will be provided to students. All entries must have a completed…

Starting September 30th, snacks are available to purchase for students in 1st-5th grade at SFES. Children who get lunch from the cafeteria and who bring their lunch from home will be able to purchase a snack after all lunches are served. . Please note that if a family qualifies for free or reduced meals, snacks are available for purchase only-t…

Research is clear that showing up for school has a huge impact on a student’s academic and social success, starting from kindergarten and continuing through high school. Absences can be a sign that a student is losing interest in school, struggling with school, or even facing social challenges. Missing 10% (or about 18 days of a school year) can drastically…