"The autumn wind is a pirate. Blustering in from sea with a rollicking song he sweeps along swaggering boisterously. His face is weather beaten, he wears a hooded sash with a silver hat about his head... The autumn wind is a Raider, pillaging just for fun."

~Steve Sabol

10/28- Bicycle Rodeo- 4th/5th grades

10/28- TK-1st pumpkin patch field trip

10/31- Harvest Fair

11/1- NO SCHOOL

11/5-11/7- Book Fair

11/6- Make up Picture Day

11/8- Middle School Fall Dance @ Monte Rio School 6-8pm

11/11- NO SCHOOL- Veterans Day

11/18- 7/8 Grade Westminster Fieldtrip

11/25-11/29- NO SCHOOL- Thanksgiving Break

Please remember that costumes must follow our dress code guidelines and masks or weapons (even fake) of any kind are not allowed. Please consider that we have very young students on campus that could be scared by an older child's appearance, so please be sure to choose costumes responsibly. We highly recommend checking your child's clothing in the morning, as parents/guardians will be required to deliver replacement clothing, if needed.

Don't forget to sign-in at the main office if you are staying to watch the costume parade!

Here is a copy of our school dress code, from the Parent Handbook:

Dress Code

The FUSD dress code states that all students will dress in a way that is appropriate for the school day or any school-sponsored event. Student clothing must not present a health or safety hazard, nor a distraction that would interfere with the educational process. Students must come to school dressed in such a way that they will be able to actively participate in any and all school activities throughout the day, without hindrance.

The student dress code includes but may not be limited to the following:

• Students must wear shoes that protect their feet and are safe for running.

• All student undergarments must be covered by clothing.

• Clothing must cover the chest and torso, with shorts and skirts that provide full coverage regardless of movement or activity (i.e. movement must not reveal chest, torso or buttocks).

• Clothing with obscene messages, pictures, or images of violence (profanity, violence, sex, drugs, alcohol or tobacco, guns, and symbols/signs, slogans, or words degrading any group) will not be permitted.

• Gang-related clothing is prohibited.

• Students must have ears exposed for listening at all times, clear of any and all devices, and therefore may not wear hoods.

• Hats may be worn as long as they do not present a distraction of any kind and the face and eyes are not obscured in any way. (Please note: Students may not take, touch, or wear another student’s hat.)

• Sunglasses are not permitted to be worn within the classroom or corridors at any time (this includes hallways and the middle school “quad”). They may be worn appropriately during recess or outdoor play, with permission from the supervising staff member.

Consequences for dress code violations will be as follows:

• FIRST: Warning and call home for replacement clothing and/or cover or replace with borrowed clothing, to be worn without the need for correction the rest of the school day.

• SECOND: Call home for replacement clothing and student/family contract formed to provide clear understanding of next level consequences.

• THIRD: Students must come to the office before school each morning accompanied by parent/guardian to ensure proper dress code adherence before going to class.

It's Scholastic Book Fair time again! For an hour after school beginning on Election Day, November 5, through November 7, come to the LIBRARY to experience the limitless possibilities with your kids. Just in time for the Holidays! Every purchase benefits our school. For more information and to volunteer please visit our school's fair website here: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/forestvilleelementary

“The Forestville Education Foundation is extending their pledge drive to November 1st. We are very grateful of all the pledges families have made so far. “

Please stop by the office to check out the leader board!

Analy High School is offering our 8th Grade students an opportunity
to shadow with one of their campus host students. This is for students and
families who are deciding on which High School to attend 2025-26.
The following dates are available for shadow days: 9/30, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/18, 12/9.
Please sign up!
Parent/Guardian Contact:
Sandra Jones (707) 824-2319

***NOTE: This replaces the spring group trip.***

As we continue our journey into the school year, we are excited to share the wonderful news that Forestville Middle School students will have the opportunity to participate in upcoming outdoor education activities. These activities not only promote teamwork and problem-solving but also foster a deep appreciation for our natural ecosystems. We appreciate your support in making this a successful year for our young explorers!

Some of these exciting activities are:

7/8 grade Day field trip to Westminster Woods

6th grade Overnight trip to Westminster Woods

7/8 grade Overnight trip to Yosemite

6/8 grade Forest to the Sea field trip

8th grade USS Hornet field trip

Some of our fundraisers include:

See's Candy Sale

Monthly Bake Sales

Windsor Bowl Weekend

Dear Parents,

We are excited to introduce the West Sonoma County Consortium, a collaborative initiative serving students with extensive needs across nine districts in our region: Oak Grove, Twin Hills, Sebastopol Elementary, Harmony, Forestville, Montgomery, Monte Rio, Fort Ross, and Guerneville. Our mission is to provide tailored support to ensure that all students can thrive in their educational environments and be included in the general education setting to the maximum extent possible.

Meet Our Team

We are proud to have dedicated educators at the helm of our programs:

- **Libby Irving** serves as our Inclusion Specialist, bringing expertise in accessible curriculum design for all students and strengthening the school experience and culture through inclusion.

- **Amber Muniz** teaches our Transitional Kindergarten to 1st-grade students, bringing a passion for early childhood education.

- **Maureen Oesterle** instructs students in 2nd to 5th grade, focusing on creating an engaging and supportive learning atmosphere.

To further enhance our programs, we have a wonderful team of behavior assistants:

**For TK-1:**

- Annie

- Taira

- Lissa

**For 2-5:**

- Christine

- Christina

These exceptional individuals work closely with our teachers to support our students’ diverse needs and foster a positive learning environment.

Service providers you may also see on campus:

Marisa Ayala, APE teacher

Kelly Heidtke, School Psychologist

Karl Pflugrath, Occupational Therapist

Mandie Reece, Speech/Language Pathologist

Ashley Hollingsworth, Speech/Language Pathologist Assistant

A Message from the Director

I am Sarah Zils, the Director of the West Sonoma County Consortium. My goal is to ensure that our students receive the highest quality of support and education in the least restrictive environment. I am here to answer any questions you may have about our programs and how we serve our community.

Get in Touch!

If you have any questions or would like more information about the Consortium, please feel free to reach out to me directly at szils@wscuhsd.org. We value your involvement and look forward to fostering a supportive community together.

Thank you for your continued support!

Warm regards,

Sarah Zils

Director

Students can earn a Viking Green ticket by demonstrating KINDNESS, SAFETY and RESPONSIBILITY. Green ticket drawings will be held each Friday in a child’s classroom; winners will get a trip to the “prize box” in the main office the following Monday!

K- Yetzalen, Ocean

3rd- Serenity, Sophia

4th- Ruby, Aria K

5th- Hudson, Jason

Green Team Stewardship at lunchtime. 2nd through 5th graders will help keep the lunch area tidy and clean! Middle Schoolers will help keep their quad nice and clean.

2nd- Isabelle, Andrea, Dylan

3rd- Bronx, Adelyn, Romina

Middle School- Brian, Anastasia, Brooke, River, Olivia, Jordan

Monday 10/28- 3:15-4:15

Monday 10/28- 3:00-5:00 (younger actors stay until 4:30)

Wednesday 10/30- 3:00-5:00 (No younger actors)

Saturday 11/2- 10:00-3:00- Work Party

We are lucky to have such a wonderful, dedicated support staff at our school. Our instructional assistants are vital to our programs and we really feel the impact when they need to be out to attend trainings or take a sick day. We need dependable substitutes who can step into their roll, sometimes on short notice.

If you, or someone you know, would like to be a regular (or semi-regular) paid substitute for classified staff members, please let us know!!

In order to keep our students safe at all times throughout the day, including at the start and ending times of school, we ask for your assistance:

• Students are not to be on campus prior to 8:00 AM or after the final dismissal bell at 2:55 PM (2:00 PM on Tuesdays).

• There is NO drop-off or pick up of students in the school’s front parking lot.

• At the back school parking lot, please DO NOT park, double park, or vacate your vehicle along the painted “Loading Zone Only” curb.

Please help set a good example for our students by always following these safety procedures!

From our school nurse, Natalie Johnson, here are two FREE behavioral health programs offered by the State of California for families, teens, and young adults:

BrightLine for Parents and Kids ages 0-12

Soluna: Free, confidential mental health coaching for ages 13-25