Letter from the Principal
Letter from the Principal
Welcome to the 2026–2027 School Year!
It is with great joy and excitement that I welcome you to another wonderful school year at Forest View Elementary! As I begin my third year as principal, I continue to feel incredibly honored to serve this exceptional community of students, staff, and families. Forest View is truly a special place where strong relationships, a commitment to excellence, and a shared belief in every child’s potential create an environment where all can thrive.
This year, I am especially excited about our collective focus on high-quality instruction for every student, every day. We believe that all students deserve engaging, rigorous learning experiences that challenge them, support their individual needs, and inspire them to reach their highest potential. By working together and maintaining high expectations, we will continue to ensure that every child experiences meaningful growth and success.
At Forest View, we also know that outstanding learning begins with a strong sense of belonging. We remain committed to fostering a school culture where every student feels safe, valued, included, and supported. When students know they are cared for, they are empowered to take risks, persevere through challenges, and develop confidence as learners.
Our school community is strengthened by the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our students and families. By embracing those differences, encouraging a growth mindset, and partnering together, we prepare our students not only for academic success but also for life beyond the classroom.
I am proud to work alongside an extraordinary team of educators who are deeply committed to helping every student succeed. Together with our families, we will continue to build a learning environment where students are challenged, supported, and inspired to achieve their very best.
Thank you for your continued partnership, trust, and support. I look forward to another incredible year of learning, growth, and celebration with each of you. Here’s to an amazing 2026–2027 school year at Forest View!
Kim Van Matre
Principal
Forest View Elementary
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Welcome to the 2026–2027 School Year!
It is with great joy and excitement that I welcome you to another wonderful school year at Forest View Elementary! As I begin my third year as principal, I continue to feel incredibly honored to serve this exceptional community of students, staff, and families. Forest View is truly a special place where strong relationships, a commitment to excellence, and a shared belief in every child’s potential create an environment where all can thrive.
This year, I am especially excited about our collective focus on high-quality instruction for every student, every day. We believe that all students deserve engaging, rigorous learning experiences that challenge them, support their individual needs, and inspire them to reach their highest potential. By working together and maintaining high expectations, we will continue to ensure that every child experiences meaningful growth and success.
At Forest View, we also know that outstanding learning begins with a strong sense of belonging. We remain committed to fostering a school culture where every student feels safe, valued, included, and supported. When students know they are cared for, they are empowered to take risks, persevere through challenges, and develop confidence as learners.
Our school community is strengthened by the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our students and families. By embracing those differences, encouraging a growth mindset, and partnering together, we prepare our students not only for academic success but also for life beyond the classroom.
I am proud to work alongside an extraordinary team of educators who are deeply committed to helping every student succeed. Together with our families, we will continue to build a learning environment where students are challenged, supported, and inspired to achieve their very best.
Thank you for your continued partnership, trust, and support. I look forward to another incredible year of learning, growth, and celebration with each of you. Here’s to an amazing 2026–2027 school year at Forest View!
Kim Van Matre
Principal
Forest View Elementary
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