Welcome to Forest Middle School

A learning community dedicated to individual growth and success through the development of independence, character, technological skill, and a desire for life-long learning.

We are “Committed to Excellence”, and we work hard to make the site a primary source for timely information for all users, and a main gateway for improved communication between parents, teachers, students and other members of our community.

  • IMPORTANT INFORMATION

    STUDENT REGISTRATION FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR 

    Register as a NEW student if your child is:

    • New to Bedford County Public Schools for the School Year 2024-2025

    OR

    • A former student - attended Bedford County Public Schools prior to June 1, 2023

    NEW STUDENT INFORMATION

    If you have not done so already, you will need to complete the online portion of registration in PowerSchool Enrollment at the link above. **Note: PowerSchool Enrollment does not send an alert to the school when submitted, so please email Kris Gilley at [email protected]

    We will also need the following information:

    • Records Request Form to send to your child’s previous school (FMS Records Request Form)
    • Bedford County Residency Validation Form (BCPS Residency Validation)
    • Proof of Residency - a copy of the mortgage statement, lease, or real estate tax statement with the parent/guardian’s name and Bedford County address (financial information may be marked out).  *Note: We cannot accept utility bills for this requirement.
    • Affirmation/Registration Statement Form (Affirmation/Registration Statement Form)
    • Virginia State Physical & Immunization Records (VA State Physical Form & Immunization Requirements) *Note: Sports physicals do not satisfy this requirement.
    • Birth Certificate
    • Any legal documents that pertain to your child (custody, name change, court orders, etc.)
    • Course Request Form (6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade)

    Completed forms can be emailed to Ms. Gilley at [email protected] or dropped off at the school Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm.

     

    SCHOOL CALENDARS

    BELL SCHEDULE

    2024-2025 FOREST MIDDLE SCHOOL SUPPLY LIST

    CAREDOX

    Be sure to log on to CARE DOX to connect with our electronic medical record system. Parents will receive electronic notifications about clinic visits through SchoolCare and will not receive paper/pencil notes. Click here

    VACCINATION INFORMATION
    TdaP Vaccination Information
    IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR 7TH GRADERS AND IMMUNIZATIONS

    VA SMILES PARENT LETTER

    We are excited to announce that Smile Virginia will be visiting Forest Middle School on January 22, 2025 to offer dental care to students. Dental care includes a complete dental exam, x-rays, cleaning, fluoride and sealants when necessary, and in some cases, restorative care such as fillings. 

    Participation is optional. If you want your child to participate, go to www.myschooldentist.com and complete the permission form by December 18, 2024. Paper copies of the permission form are available from the school nurse or in the main office. 

    Smile Virginia will see children with private dental insurance and Virginia FAMIS/Medicaid. Please be sure to complete the insurance information on the permission form. If your child does not have dental insurance, you may choose the self-pay or donated care option on the permission form. 

    Please note: Smile Virginia will visit Forest Middle School and Jefferson Forest High School on January 22nd but they require a minimum number of students to participate or they will cancel the dental clinic. You will be notified if the dental clinic is canceled. 

    Taking care of your child’s teeth is an important part of keeping them healthy, in school and learning! Please reach out to your school nurse if you have any questions.

    Michelle Warden, RN, FMS Nurse

    [email protected]

    434-525-6630 option 2



    This is an important message from Forest Middle School for all parents, guardians, visitors and volunteers. Our school, along with all Bedford County school facilities, has transitioned to a new check-in and check-out system called Raptor.  It is very important to know that a driver’s license scan will be required for anyone who will be checking out a student or for anyone who will be in the building as a visitor or volunteer. Thank you for your assistance and we look forward to a great year.

    SCHOOL CASH ONLINE
    School Cash Online is a safe, simple and secure way for parents to pay for field trips, yearbooks, spirit wear, athletic fees and more. No need to take out cash or write checks, now you can shop online from the comfort of your own home. Click here and choose Register. 

    Parent Registration Resource Flyer
    Click here for School Cash Online - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) in PDF format

    CAVALIER LINKS