Forest Lakes Elementary School

This is our local neighborhood elementary school. My oldest son started there in K in 2007. My youngest one is still there about to go into 4^th.
There are many Pros and Cons about this school as I’m sure there are with any school. Personally, we have had some ups and downs at this school that have left me feeling a bit off put by it. (But that was our personal exp)
There is a mixture of teachers. Some are EXCELLENT! If you are lucky enough to get one of these thank your lucky stars. If not, hold on for a bumpy school year. The ones who really care about education and not just having a pay check are the ones that shine at this school. And sadly are not the ones usually recognized either.
The office staff for the most part are wonderful! There are a few you’d like to bop on the head. Mostly helpful and polite. There is usually a volunteer in the front office helping out as well. There is a full time nurse in site who takes care of everything medically related.
The school is clean, like any place in Florida there are bugs but not from dirt. They repaint it the same olé boring colours of cream and turquoise. But the district only allows for a choice between two colours.
There is a gym/​cafeteria/​auditorium. There is a huge back PE area. Field, court and playground. All is fenced in and locked up when school is in. The only way you can get in is through the front office with an ID in hand. There is a library, which is always in need of gently used books. There is a media center and a computer lab. There is no pre-​school offered but there are special needs ISD classes.
Limited parking in three lots. One of them is mainly teacher parking off to the side of the school. One of front and one in the back by the car circle. You can come have lunch with your kiddo which is pretty cool and they are always looking for volunteers for various things.

This school is very clean and neat. The staff are friendly and helpful, and they definitely love the kids. The administration can be helpful, maybe some more seminars could be helpful to update them on new tactics for the classroom as well as behavior issues. Loved coming here daily and seeing the smiles on those kids faces. Most parents are actively involved in the classroom or if not, keep in touch with teachers. Beautiful school that is kept safe and secure.