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Welcome Falcon Family!
We hope this page will help you find the most current information on happenings in The Forest. Exceptional in every way, Hidden Forest boasts a state and national award-winning PTA and parent volunteer program, a supportive community, parents who value excellence in education, and teachers and staff committed to the highest standard of performance. Our Campus Improvement Council develops performance objectives and assists the principal with site-based decisions that affect both teachers and students. It is composed of administrators, district and campus staff, teachers, parents, and business and community representatives.
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What's Happening in the Forest
Upcoming Events
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Today
2:55 PM - 3:55 PM Art Starz (NEISD Community Ed Class)
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Tomorrow
2:45 PM - 3:35 PM Ukulele Club #2
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8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Bradley groups perform at Hidden Forest
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2:55 PM - 3:55 PM Volleyball (NEISD Community Ed Class)
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Find Your Student's Teacher
Our school is committed to engaging all stakeholders in the education of our children. Only when we build strong relationships with teachers can we best meet the needs of each and every student.
Each teacher on this campus is a dedicated professional in their field committed to work with parents, students, and the community. Each of us will provide you with the information and help that you require.
Teacher Directory
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Parent FAQs
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Agenda Books
Where do we purchase an agenda book?
These can be purchased in the front office for $5.00 each.
Do all grade levels use an agenda book?
Students in grades 1st through 5th should have an agenda book
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Birthdays
Hidden Forest celebrates birthdays on the first Friday of each month during the last 20 minutes of the school day. Homeroom parents will contact the parents of students whose birthdays are that month.
First Friday Bell Schedule
(Sept, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May)
- 7:20 Released to Classrooms
- 7:30 Tardy Bell
- 9:30 Attendance
- 2:25 First Friday Birthday Celebrations
- 2:45 End of School
Guidelines
- Only the parent(s) of the child(ren) who are celebrating birthdays and the designated PTA room parent may go to the classrooms at these times.
- Balloons are not allowed in the classroom.
- Do not bring balloons to the school.
- Candy bags are not allowed. Please see below for suggested food items.
- Food must be either commercially prepackaged or prepared in a licensed facility.
- No items may be cooked or prepared at home.
- Food items offered should be healthy, low-fat items and are to be individual portions such as snack-size bags or granola bars.
- Recommendations:
- Popcorn (low-fat or fat-free)
- Whole grain crackers
- Animal crackers
- Whole grain, low-fat muffins
- Dried fruit
- Items that are temperature sensitive are not allowed.
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Drop-Off & Pick-Up Times
What is the earliest I can drop my child off in the morning?
7:00 a.m.
What is the latest I can pick my child up early from school?
2:00 p.m.
What if my child has an appointment first thing in the morning or during the day?
Please bring a note from the service provider when you bring your child to campus. You can go to the office to sign the child out. If they are leaving for a medical appointment, please bring a note from the doctor.
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Breakfast & Lunch
- Breakfast begins at 7:00 and the serving line closes at 7:30.
- Students may bring a lunch box/bag and drink from home.
- Students may buy a meal and/or milk, water or juice from the cafeteria.
- Food and other treats may not be shared with other students during lunch
NEISD provides an individual student account and meals are charged against the account. Payment can be to the school with cash or check payable to Hidden Forest Cafeteria or through the Online Payment System. Parents, please visit the new website for your child's cafeteria account at Schooloafe.com/NorthEastlSD and create a new account.
You can create a new account with your student's school name and student lD number. Once you create an account you will see any funds that were left in your child's account last school year. You can also make payments or apply for free or reduced-priced meals in this new system. A fee of $2.25 is charged for each transaction.
Can I eat lunch with my child?
Of course! We encourage parents to check in at the front office.
What time is lunch?Daily Lunch Schedule 2022-23
- Kinder - 11:00-11:30
- 1st - 11:40-12:10
- 2nd - 11:20-11:50
- 3rd - 12:00-12:30
- 4th - 12:40-1:10
- 5th - 12:20-12:50
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Get Involved
We know that parents and family members play an important role in the success of their students. We want to help you stay engaged in the academic process and connected to the university. If you’re just joining our community as a parent of a new student, please visit our parents and families orientation page (see quick links) to get started.
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Volunteer Program
The Volunteer Program is the bridge between our community and the best interests of the students in the North East Independent School District. Our goal is to help students gain the academic skills and the self-confidence necessary to become successful learners while reaching their fullest potential in the community.
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Mentor Program
The NEISD Partners in Education (PIE) Mentor Program is designed to organize assistance for our at-risk students. Our goal is to provide students with an opportunity to interact with positive adult role models who will encourage and motivate students to succeed in school.
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RootEd
RootEd is a parent-led, grassroots organization that promotes neighborhood public schools through storytelling, advocacy, and education. We believe a strong public school system for all children creates a robust economic and well-connected community.