Important News

On January 30, 2025, the Board of Education approved adjustments to Policy 8080 - Responsible Use of Technology, Digital Tools, and Social Media that changes the ability for students to use personal devices during the school day. The Board approved the following changes related to the use of personal devices by students at school: No students, PreKindergarten-12, will be permitted…

The staff at Dominique Dawes Gymnastics & Ninja Academy in Columbia are dedicated to providing kids a positive and nurturing environment for practice and play through their diverse range of services, including gymnastics, nina training and tumbling. They are offering a FREE Open House for Stevens Forest students age 4 and up, adult supervision is required for any student who…

To help build excitement for our upcoming Social Emotional Learning Night, we hope all students and staff will participate in an optional Spirit Week. See below and this link. RSVP now for the next SFES Social Emotional Learning (SEL) night. K-5 Families will have an opportunity to learn more about the Zones of Regulation from our School Counselor, Mrs. Carlson…

Stevens Forest PTA and STEAM Committee present: STEAM Fair 2025 The STEAM Fair is almost upon us! Join us on Thursday, March 27th from 6:00 - 7:30pm as we share in our students’ passion for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM)! All SFES students are invited to participate in the presentation of a research, science, or engineering project for…

Organization - University of Maryland LEAD Lab Ages - Birth to Pre-K The University of Maryland's LEAD Lab is currently recruiting preschoolers (3-5 years old) to take part in one of their studies called the Preschool Language and Neural Engagement Study (PLANES)! The goal is to try to understand how children’s early experiences – especially their early communication with caregivers…

Free! On Zoom and open to parents, guardians and grandparents residing in HoCo or with school-age children/grandchildren residing in HoCo. This evidence-based, interactive prevention program provides families with the skills and knowledge to reduce the risk that their children will use drugs including alcohol or engage in other dangerous behaviors. The curriculum was written for families with children 9-14 years…

The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) remains steadfast in its commitment to providing all 57,000+ students with a safe, supportive, and welcoming learning environment. This dedication guides our efforts as we collaborate with local, state, and federal partners to support our students and families. Please read the remainder of this information on the HCPSS website - https://www.hcpss.org/about-us/immigrant-families-support/

We invite you to participate in the Family-School Partnership Team at Stevens Forest Elementary School. This team was formerly the FIT (Family Involvement Team) and was facilitated by the Title I team. It is now a combined effort between Title I and our efforts as a Community School. The FSP Team includes SFES families, staff, and community stakeholders. We would…

SFES PTA Nomination Committee is ready to gather interest for the 25-27 board term. If you are interested in serving on the board, please look at the available positions and make a selection. A member of the nomination committee will confirm your nomination. CLICK HERE TO CONFIRM YOUR INTEREST The election will be held during the April 28th meeting. All…

Online ordering for the 2024/25 Stevens Forest Elementary School yearbook is now open! Don't miss out on all the memories our students and community have made this year! There are two ordering options: Online using this link: https://shop.yearbookmarket.com/stevensforestelementaryNote: Cost of the yearbook is $20 plus additional tax and fee–total $22.40 Via cash/check with Yearbook Envelope Order envelopes are being sent…