Pine Forest Elementary

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!

13 days ago, Pine Forest School of the Arts

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!

22 days ago, Pine Forest School of the Arts

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

about 1 month ago, Michelle Iddings

🌊🐠 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/

about 1 month ago, Michelle Iddings

An underwater scene with the words "Finding Nemo Jr." and a fish. Navigation options at top.

Black poster with blue waves. "FINDING NEMO JR." and "Disney Pixar" are in blue. Fish images below. Dates and times are May 20 & 21, 2026, at 5:30pm.

🎻🎨 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! 💙✨

about 1 month ago, Michelle Iddings

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

3 months ago, Duval County Public Schools

Don't Miss the Bus! Bus Registration is open now. Is your child riding a bus in 2026-27? Register now in Focus.

Good evening,

Please click on the link below or copy/paste it into your browser to access this week's newsletter:

https://app.smore.com/n/3atum

Have a great week.

4 months ago, Pine Forest School of the Arts

CELEBRATING SCHOOL COUNSELORS — Team Duval is proud to recognize National School Counseling Week and the incredible impact our more than 240 school counselors make every single day. They advocate for students, help them navigate their academic journeys, and guide them toward their goals. Our success as an A-rated district with a 97.6% graduation rate would not be possible without these dedicated professionals. As part of this special week, dozens of counselors gathered at the Schultz Center for their annual conference, focused on building student “superpowers” like grit and resilience – perfectly aligned with the national theme of helping students thrive and preparing them for college, career, and life. Their commitment to growing their own “superpowers” directly fuels student success across Team Duval. Join us in thanking our outstanding school counselors for the lasting difference they make in our schools and community!

5 months ago, Duval County Public Schools

Five counselors stand together in the Schultz Center and smile at the camera

Three counselors hold up signs with superhero verbiage and smile at the camera.

Two counselors hold up signs with superhero verbiage and smile at the camera.

Two counselors smile at the camera as they sit posed together in the Schultz auditorium.

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.

7 months ago, Pine Forest School of the Arts

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!