Important News

Standards-Based Instruction and Reporting

Starting this school year, HCPSS will report student academic progress in grades 3rd through 5th using standards-based reporting. This change occurred during the school year 2023-2024 for PreK to 2. Printed copies of Understanding your Child's Report Card (grades 3-5 will go home with each Gr3-5 student in November. There is a full screencast of the SBIR shifts for Grades…

Judy Center at SFES

We are very excited to share that SFES has been awarded a grant from MSDE Division of Early Childhood for the establishment of a Judy Center Early Learning Hub at Stevens Forest Elementary School. This grant was approved at tonight’s Board of Education Meeting. The Judy Center Early Learning Hub at Stevens Forest will provide comprehensive early childhood services directly…

Upcoming Workshops from the Office of Children and Families

A variety of in-person and virtual workshops for families, parents, caregivers and agencies working with families. Each monthly issue features information to help parents and caregivers learn how to promote positive parenting for children’s development. For details see this link.

PEP Family Resiliency Program

A free 8-week program for HCPSS mothers, fathers, and caregivers of children pre-k to 12th grade. You’ll discover tools to better support your children’s mental health and success in school. See link to register and learn more.

Advanced Programs Information Nights, Oct. 8 & 9

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.

RSVP Now for Family Math Night

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 .

Join us for SFES Walk to School Day

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…

The Family Tree Starts This Monday

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…

Fall Picture Day

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…

Flu/Covid Vaccine Clinic

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…