Important News

Back to School Night Feedback Needed

Please let us know your thoughts about our retooled versions of BTSN and how we can improve. Complete this survey or contact Brittany Fitzpatrick, Community School Site Coordinator at SFES, to discuss. The goal at SFES for Back to School Night is to build community and make stronger connections with our families, who are our students' first educators. In addition…

Hispanic Heritage Month

September 15 - October 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month! During this month, we celebrate the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of individuals with roots in Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. We encourage families to join in the celebration at home! Here are a few ideas: Hispanic Heritage Month Newsletter Please also see this link for an…

CA Points Program

The CA (Columbia Association) Points Program is offered to students in grades 3-12 who are enrolled in the Free and Reduced Meals (FARMS) program at participating schools. Students can earn a free CA membership for themselves and their immediate family by meeting goals for grades and attendance. To participate in the CA Points Program, you must complete a FARMs application…

HCPSS Lunch & Recess Visitation

The Office of School Safety and Security and Risk Management reviewed county wide practices regarding school visits and it has been determined that parents are no longer able to attend recess. Parents can continue to eat lunch with their child(ren) if they complete the following: Go to the HCPSS Web site to review information about the school system volunteer process.

Let Me Run

Let Me Run is an after-school wellness program for 4th and 5th grade students that inspires boys to be themselves, be active and belong. Twice a week for seven weeks, Mr. Reidy, Mr. Campbell and Mr. Jackson (SFES parents) will lead teams through practices designed to amplify confidence, self-expression, and respect for their peers. The program culminates in an end-of-season…

Parent's Right to Know

The Howard County Public School System is committed to ensuring equity and giving every child an opportunity to succeed. Essential to this mission is hiring and retaining highly effective teachers and support staff who are invested in providing safe and secure classroom environments where every child is encouraged to thrive. Stevens Forest Elementary has been identified as a Title I…

Attendance Matters

The year to date attendance rate for SFES is 96%. We have not had one day yet this school year where all students have been present. 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…

Title I - Parents' Right to Know

Parent's Right to Know The Howard County Public School System is committed to ensuring equity and giving every child an opportunity to succeed. Essential to this mission is hiring and retaining highly effective teachers and support staff who are invested in providing safe and secure classroom environments where every child is encouraged to thrive. Stevens Forest Elementary has been identified…

Be Sure You're Receiving Emails and Texts

HCPSS uses text and email to communicate important and time-sensitive information, including bus delays and emergency closings. Parents/guardians are automatically enrolled for email notification; however, all users must opt-in once to receive texts by texting "yes" to 67587 from the mobile number listed in their Family File. Please get in touch with your school's front office if you are not…