Forrestville Valley CUSD 221
Home of the Cardinals
Senior Sunrise! Best wishes to the Class of 2027 as you Step Into Excellence!
Athletics Fundraiser starts today!!!
Let's welcome another new Paraprofessional to Forrestville Valley, Mrs. Haller.
Mrs. Haller is a mom of 4, ages 22 to 16 and has been married to her husband Jason for 25 years. She graduated in 1998 from Asbury College in Kentucky with a BA in Psychology. She enjoys reading, dancing and spending time with her family and when not doing that, she is known for cheering loudly for anything her kids have done on athletic fields through their time at Forreston. She looks forward to sharing her love of learning and people as a paraprofessional with each student at the Jr./Sr. High.
Mrs. Haller is a mom of 4, ages 22 to 16 and has been married to her husband Jason for 25 years. She graduated in 1998 from Asbury College in Kentucky with a BA in Psychology. She enjoys reading, dancing and spending time with her family and when not doing that, she is known for cheering loudly for anything her kids have done on athletic fields through their time at Forreston. She looks forward to sharing her love of learning and people as a paraprofessional with each student at the Jr./Sr. High.
Please join us in welcoming Hallie Price, our new High School Social Studies Teacher. Ms. Price says she is looking forward to making new connections with students. Getting students engaged in historical thinking & viewing issues from multiple perspectives.
Please join us in welcoming Hannah Harvey, our new Paraprofessional at Forreston Grade School. Ms. Harvey graduated from Highland Community College last spring with an Associate of Arts degree and is currently finishing her Bachelors degree in Elementary Education through Western Governors University.
Ms. Harvey says she is very excited about starting my journey at Forreston Grade school!
Ms. Harvey says she is very excited about starting my journey at Forreston Grade school!
Please join us in welcoming Jaymee Schrader, our new 5th Grade Teacher. Mrs. Schrader has been a 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th grade classroom teacher as well as a 5th and 6th grade health teacher.
Mrs. Schrader is excited to be connected to the Forreston School District with her entire family.
Mrs. Schrader is excited to be connected to the Forreston School District with her entire family.
Forreston Grade School ready to take on the new school year.
Reminder, the first day of PreSchool is August 14th.
Forrestville Valley Bus Drivers prepare for the new year.
The wheels on the bus are already turning.
Ahead of the first day of school, our dedicated transportation team will gather for their annual pre-school year meeting.
Drivers will spend the day reviewing updated route maps, testing safety equipment, and getting the buses prepared for the first day of school. Their goal is to ensure a smooth, safe, and on-time ride for every student from day one.
Please join us in thanking our drivers for their hard work, and remember to drive safely around school zones and bus stops this coming year!
Sixth Grade Volleyball will officially begin the week after school starts. Mark your calendars for Monday, August 17th, from 3:00 - 4:30 in the FGS gym. All 6th grade girls interested in playing will ride a shuttle bus from FJH to FGS immediately after school. All student/athletes must have a current sports physical on file, be able to provide proof of insurance, and have all forms and fees completed and paid as required by the athletic department. Questions regarding any of the above should be directed to Erin Greenfield in the FJSH athletic office.
All athletes and parents are invited to attend the Fall Sports Information Night to learn more. We'll see you next Tuesday, August 11th at 6 p.m. in the FHS Gym prior to 6th grade orientation.
All athletes and parents are invited to attend the Fall Sports Information Night to learn more. We'll see you next Tuesday, August 11th at 6 p.m. in the FHS Gym prior to 6th grade orientation.
📢 ATTENTION WHITESIDE STUDENTS & PARENTS! 📢
Here is important information regarding the start of Whiteside Area Career Center (WACC) courses:
🗓️ First Day: Wednesday, August 12
7:00 AM: Check-in at the high school entrance (Door 2).
7:10 AM: Bus departs promptly for Sterling.
10:30 AM: Bus returns to Forreston and students are dismissed for the day.
🗓️ Regular Schedule Starts: Thursday, August 13
Students will attend WACC in the morning and attend Forreston High School classes upon their return.
📞 Questions?
Call the high school office at (815) 938-2175 or email cbergin@fvdistrict221.org.
Here is important information regarding the start of Whiteside Area Career Center (WACC) courses:
🗓️ First Day: Wednesday, August 12
7:00 AM: Check-in at the high school entrance (Door 2).
7:10 AM: Bus departs promptly for Sterling.
10:30 AM: Bus returns to Forreston and students are dismissed for the day.
🗓️ Regular Schedule Starts: Thursday, August 13
Students will attend WACC in the morning and attend Forreston High School classes upon their return.
📞 Questions?
Call the high school office at (815) 938-2175 or email cbergin@fvdistrict221.org.
It's the final countdown. On Monday, August 10th starting at 3:00 p.m. in the FJH Gym, 7th and 8th Grade Volleyball will officially begin. In order to fully participate all student/athletes must be: registered for school, have a current sports physical on file, able to provide proof of insurance, and have all forms and fees completed and paid as required by the athletic department. Questions regarding any of the above should be directed to Erin Greenfield in the athletic department.
We are sorry to inform everyone that today's car show has been canceled! It is just too miserable outside today, but we look forward to a great event next year! Thank you to all of our sponsors!
We hope as to see as many people as we can tomorrow!
The Forreston FFA officer team had a great time yesterday at their leadership retreat, where they planned the events for the entire school year! They also had a great time at their official officer photo shoot this morning. Can't wait for a great school year!
If you have any issues with the Skyward app on your phone, uninstall and reinstall the app. This should clear up any issues.
We had a great day at the Section 2 FFA show this morning!
Dillyn Heslop - Champion Barrow, Reserve Showman
Emily Buttel - Champion Breeding sheep
Kyla Lamm - Reserve Champion Breeding sheep
Neveah Scheffner- Champion Market Lamb, Reserve Showman
Champion Chapter Sheep exhibit!
Great article from our friends at Sauk Valley Media - Shaw Local check it out in the AG Mag or at this link: https://issuu.com/shawmedia/docs/svm_ag_magazine_-_summer_2026/25?ff
Breaking news from the National FFA Organization... Justin Myers has been named one of the 4 finalists in the nation!
Make sure you get your sports physicals done before the first practice this fall. Don't wait until it's too late. See the information on how to get one done and who needs what type of physical. Go birds!!!
