Research Forest Avenue Elementary School public Schools in Montgomery, Alabama

“This school is designed for parents who desire to homeschool. Most work is sent home for the parents to do.”

“As an academic magnet school, Forest Avenue is amazing. Students are challenged to excel and encouraged to succeed. I have never had to do any teaching at home, and my children love their school. The specialty classes (Music, Spanish, Science lab, and Computers) provide an enriched learning experience. Parental involvment at Forest Avenue is unparalleled, and is very well received by the faculty and staff. Forest Avenue Academic Magnet is not a school, it is a FAMily!I have been a Forest Avenue Parent for 10 years, and will be there for four more years. I wouldn't dream of sending my children to any other school!”

“When we moved to Montgomery, we had high hopes for the magnet program. We hoped for a racially and economically diverse enviornment for our children that is not found in the private schools while still providing our children with the academic rigor they deserve and require. We hoped for a school filled with teachers who felt blessed by interacting with gifted children and their involved parents. Instead, our children have been pressured and demoralized.”

“The school is tough, but the experience is also the best thing that ever happened to my child. The world has changed a lot since we were kids, and the demands on our children both as students and future adults have increased. They need this jump start to ease and support their experiences in high school and college. It's about readiness, and Forest Avenue not only educates students with 'what' they need to learn, but the school teaches students 'how' to learn. My child and I both bog down with the volume of work, so I get tired, too. But, my child is worth the investment.”

“Forest Avenue is a fine school.We have been there for four years now,and it is exactly what my son needed. It is not for all children. People have to understand that.It is an accelerated program from day one.Only one of my son's was geared for this type of program.I had to do what was best for my other son according to his skills.It's not a hard school.It's a challenging school that takes a special type of kid.We love it and we love Mrs.Judy and Mrs.Hill!”

“While I was a little nervous about my kindergartener's readiness for this school, it has turned out to be a great opportunity for all of us to see how much potential she has. Since this school is an academic magnet school we were prepared for the extra work it would take to keep her current in her class. What we didn't anticipate was how much she would love her school. It has been a blessing for our daughter to see just what she can accomplish. The school has high expectations for parental involvement and that definitely adds to the quality of the education. A great school!”

“My daughter is in third grade and joined Forest Avenue this year. She loves school and has had a wonderful experience, both academically and socially. The teachers are wonderful and encouraging and we are especially enjoying the extra programs offerred here -- music, spanish, etc. (There is lots of homework, however, and I personally have re-learned many of the 3rd grade subjects -- ha ha!) I think this is the best and toughest school academically in Montgomery.”

“Forest Avenue has bright and highly motivated students. The teachers are well educated and caring. This school exceeds al expectations despite it's principal.”

“Forest Avenue is a top notch academic school. The teachers are truly wonderful and it shows in the students. The PTA and the parental support is awesome. Our principal is the best in the state. I have two children in school at Forest and hopefully my 4 year old will be there in the future. It is a lot of work but it is worth it. I really love our school and am very proud to have my children there. One more thing, be ready to do homework and work hard!”

“Two of my daughters have attended Forest Avenue since Kindergarten. The oldest will go to middle school next year, and the younger will be entering fourth grade at Forest Avenue. I think Forest Avenue has prepared them both for the coming years, both academically and socially. My youngest child is only three, but when it is time, Forest Avenue will be my choice for her first school.”

“This school is incredible. The teachers and staff are caring and my child loves going to school. There is a real sense of family and community and the children develop a strong academic foundation as a result of attending Forest Avenue Elementary.”

“Wonderful school and staff. Our son has learned so much and really enjoys going to school. There is lots of work involved for parent and child.”

“Forest Avenue Magnet Elementary is an exquisite school with wonderful facilities, equipment, atmosphere, and most important caring teachers, parents and cared for students. It is as good as one could hope for and excellence in education in action.”