FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL - The countdown is on — just ONE month until the first day of school on Monday, Aug. 10. Take small steps now to get ready: Adjust sleep schedules a little each week, gather school supplies and organize backpacks, keep learning going with 20 minutes of reading or math each day, mark important school dates on your family calendar, and start practicing morning routines. We can't wait to welcome everyone back for another amazing year!
Each year, our hallways transform into a vibrant celebration of creativity during our School-Wide Art Gallery! While student artwork brightens our building all year long, spring brings a special opportunity to showcase the incredible talents of every young artist on campus. Stunning works created by our Advanced Visual Art students are displayed on impressive 10-foot-tall gallery panels throughout the main halls, creating a true museum-like experience.
As you explore the gallery, you'll discover a unique piece of artwork from every student in the school, making each hallway a colorful journey through imagination, expression, and creativity. A heartfelt thank you to our outstanding Visual Arts teacher, Mrs. McCrimon, and her dedicated parent volunteers for bringing this beautiful gallery to life for our school community to enjoy!
CLICK HERE to view our Spring 2026 School-Wide Visual Art Gallery!
Mark your calendars for our Back-to-School Orientation on Thursday, August 6, 2026!
Be sure to check this week's newsletter for your student's school supply lists. The newsletter was sent via email and posted on our social media platforms. We encourage families to bring supplies to Orientation so students and teachers have everything they need to begin instruction on the first day of school.
We're also looking for volunteers to help make Orientation a success. If you're available, please consider signing up to assist before or after your child's scheduled session. Your support helps us welcome Pine Forest families and assist our amazing faculty and staff.
Click on the link to volunteer with us on Orientation Day: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040C4FACAA29A2FF2-64747866-back
We can't wait to see everyone at Orientation!
2026-2027 Extended Day Registration
Monday, July 13th , 2026 @8:00a.m.
Duval County Extended Day Program accepts eligible DCPS students who are properly enrolled in Kindergarten through 12th grade.
Please Note:
Space in the Extended Day program is limited. Program sites fill up quickly and usually generate a waiting list. The number of children enrolled at each site is determined by the available physical space and the number of staff members employed. We encourage you to register as soon as possible. Registration is open to all students. Once a site is full, your child will be placed on a waiting list and included in a lottery for any spaces that become available.
Registration for the 2026-2027 school year will open on July 13th , 2026 @ 8:00am. You may register your child by clicking on the link below.
https://duvalschools.arux.app/child-care/1/extended-day-program/site/622/pine-forest
Below are the steps to submit your application for Extended Day:
Click the Apply for Extended Day button below.
First, create a parent profile on the registration page.
Then register each of your children.
You may experience an error message when trying to navigate the registration landing page during peak times. If so, please exit the page and try opening it again. We are making every effort to accommodate your Extended Day needs for the 2026-2027 school year. Families will be notified of their application status by July 31st, 2026.
Our talented 5th graders, Hattie and Jhakarri, may be known for their outstanding performances in Theatre and Chorus, but they are also exceptional writers!
This year, Hattie earned 2nd place in the state in the Florida Retired Teachers' Essay Contest, while Jhakarri received an Honorable Mention award. Students were asked to write about an influential adult in their lives, and their essays were submitted through one of our amazing 5th grade ELA teachers, Mrs. Tucker.
We are incredibly proud of both students and their remarkable accomplishments. As they prepare to head off to middle school, we wish them all the best and know they will continue to shine and make us proud!
This year, Hattie earned 2nd place in the state in the Florida Retired Teachers' Essay Contest, while Jhakarri received an Honorable Mention award. Students were asked to write about an influential adult in their lives, and their essays were submitted through one of our amazing 5th grade ELA teachers, Mrs. Tucker.
We are incredibly proud of both students and their remarkable accomplishments. As they prepare to head off to middle school, we wish them all the best and know they will continue to shine and make us proud!
Dear Parents and Families,
You can still enroll for PFSOTA Summer Camp — sign up today!
Spots are limited per grade level, so we encourage families to register as soon as possible. Enrollment is open to students entering 1st through 6th grade.
Families have flexible scheduling options to fit their summer plans. Students may attend:
• One week
• Multiple weeks
• Or the entire summer session from June 8th through July 24th
Our summer camp offers exciting opportunities in arts enrichment, academics, music, and more in a fun and engaging, safe environment.
To register, please visit:
https://duvalschools.reg.eleyo.com/summer-camp
If you have any questions, please contact:
GoodmanM3@duvalschools.org
CannonJ@duvalschools.org
We look forward to an amazing summer with your child!
Sincerely,
PFSOTA Summer Camp Team
You can still enroll for PFSOTA Summer Camp — sign up today!
Spots are limited per grade level, so we encourage families to register as soon as possible. Enrollment is open to students entering 1st through 6th grade.
Families have flexible scheduling options to fit their summer plans. Students may attend:
• One week
• Multiple weeks
• Or the entire summer session from June 8th through July 24th
Our summer camp offers exciting opportunities in arts enrichment, academics, music, and more in a fun and engaging, safe environment.
To register, please visit:
https://duvalschools.reg.eleyo.com/summer-camp
If you have any questions, please contact:
GoodmanM3@duvalschools.org
CannonJ@duvalschools.org
We look forward to an amazing summer with your child!
Sincerely,
PFSOTA Summer Camp Team
🌊🐠 Just keep swimming… to the show of the year! 🐠🌊
🎭 Pine Forest Elementary School of the Arts proudly presents
✨ Finding Nemo Jr. ✨
Join us under the sea for an unforgettable adventure filled with music, laughter, and heart as our talented students bring this beloved story to life!
📅 Show Dates:
• Wednesday, May 20, 2026 – 5:30 PM
• Thursday, May 21, 2026 – 5:30 PM
📍 Pine Forest School of the Arts
3929 Grant Road, Jacksonville, FL 32207
🎟️ Grab your tickets now and come support our amazing student performers!
https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/pine-forest-elementary-school-of-the-arts/
🎭 Pine Forest Elementary School of the Arts proudly presents
✨ Finding Nemo Jr. ✨
Join us under the sea for an unforgettable adventure filled with music, laughter, and heart as our talented students bring this beloved story to life!
📅 Show Dates:
• Wednesday, May 20, 2026 – 5:30 PM
• Thursday, May 21, 2026 – 5:30 PM
📍 Pine Forest School of the Arts
3929 Grant Road, Jacksonville, FL 32207
🎟️ Grab your tickets now and come support our amazing student performers!
https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/pine-forest-elementary-school-of-the-arts/
🎻🎨 Join us for an evening where music and visual art come together at Pine Forest School of the Arts!
Our talented student artists will showcase their incredible creativity during the Visual Art Gallery Opening at 5PM, featuring artwork from every Pine Forest student, including special featured pieces from our 4th and 5th grade Advanced Visual Art classes.
Enjoy a beautiful evening of music at the Spring Strings Concert conducted by Mrs. Wisniewski, featuring performances by our talented 3rd,
4th, and 5th grade string students! 🎻✨
📅 May 19, 2026
🖼 Art Gallery Opening – 5PM
🎻 Spring Concert – 6PM
📍 Pine Forest School of the Arts
🎟 Free Admission
Come celebrate the arts and support the amazing creativity and talent of our students! 💙✨
REGISTER FOR A BUS TODAY - Bus registration for the 2026–2027 school year is now open. All students who plan to ride a school bus next year must be registered in advance, including students enrolled in self-contained ESE programs. Families are encouraged to register as early as possible to help ensure a smooth start to the school year. Registration forms are available in Focus. For step-by-step instructions on how to complete the process, visit: www.duvalschools.org/busregistration
Good evening,
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Have a great week.
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Have a great week.
Good evening, Pine Forest families.
Play Day Week is here!
Monday, 11/24 or K-3
Tuesday, 11/25 for 4-5
Please make sure students wear sneakers and dress for the outdoors.
Our monthly SAC and PTA meetings are on Monday, 11/24:
5:00pm: SAC
6:00pm: PTA
Tomorrow’s lunch options: chicken nuggets, turkey ham chef salad or a pizza melt. Some lunchtimes have been adjusted tomorrow for Play Day. 🙂
There is no school Wednesday-Friday of this week.
Have a great evening.
Good evening, Pine Forest families.
Join us tomorrow to promote healthy heart health by wearing the color red.
It’s National Wear Red Day!
Don’t forget to register your child for the Kids Heart Challenge, too!
Good evening, Pine Forest families.
As a reminder, there is no school for students Monday, January 20, 2025 in observance of Martin Luther King Day.
Have a wonderful evening.
Good evening,
Due to the projected inclement weather this weekend, the PTA Extravaganza has been postponed. The new date is Saturday, January 25, 2025. The time will remain from 10:00-2:00.
We look forward to seeing everyone then!
Good evening, Pine Forest families.
If your child eats breakfast at school each morning, all 2nd graders will now report directly to the cafeteria upon arrival to eat breakfast with our 3rd, 4th and 5th graders. Breakfast for 2nd-5th grade is served between 8:00-8:25am. Please be on time. Tomorrow is Day 5. Thank you.
Good evening, Pine Forest families.
As a reminder, tomorrow, Monday, January 6th is Teacher Planning Day; there is no school for students.
We look forward to seeing students back in class on Tuesday, January 7th.
Have a wonderful evening.
Hello, everyone!
As a reminder, tomorrow, Wednesday, December 18th is an Early Dismissal Day. Dismissal will begin at 12:45pm. All parents/guardians should be in the car line by 1:05pm ready to pick up student unless they are enrolled in our Extended Day Program! Please use PikMyKid to announce your arrival.
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5th Grade families, please remember LaVilla auditions are tomorrow. Be sure to complete the Microsoft Form link that was emailed last week if you haven't already done so.
We are so excited to enjoy Play Day with our students this week!
Please review the attachments for days and times for each grade level.
Show your class spirit by wearing your class color tomorrow or Tuesday and bring a water bottle, too!
Good evening, Pine Forest families.
This is just a reminder that tomorrow, Wednesday, November 20th is an Early Dismissal Day. Dismissal for students will begin at 12:45pm.
Thank you and have a wonderful evening.