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Words from our Principal…

Welcome to Forest Ridge Elementary School. Our teachers provide rigorous and relevant educational experiences that empower all students success.  At Forest Ridge Elementary we provide students with a safe, friendly and supportive learning environment where we establish a strong and effective working relationships between your home and FRE.

Michelle McHugh, FRE Principal

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Make a Lasting Impact: Adopt a Classroom at Forest Ridge Elementary!

Invest directly in the future of our students by adopting a classroom at Forest Ridge Elementary School!

Your individual or business sponsorship provides essential support for a specific classroom, helping to fund vital resources like:

  • Up-to-date learning materials
  • Technology enhancements
  • Unique hands-on projects
  • Supplemental supplies that enrich the daily learning experience.

By adopting a classroom, you are demonstrating a powerful commitment to education, directly equipping a dedicated teacher with the tools they need to inspire their students.

What's in it for you?

  • Visible Community Impact: Your name or business logo will be proudly displayed on a plaque outside your adopted classroom, reaching students, parents, staff, and visitors daily.
  • Positive Publicity: Be recognized in school newsletters, on our website, and at school events as a dedicated supporter of local education.
  • Meaningful Connection: Forge a direct link with the students and teacher you are supporting and truly make a difference in their academic journey.

Join us in cultivating an environment where every student can thrive. Adopt a classroom today and help us build a brighter future for the Forest Ridge community!

Ready to get started?  You can download and complete the adoption form here!

Adopt a Class Sponsors

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Graduation Safety Updates

May 14, 2026

Graduation Safety Updates

Graduation Season is Here!Families of graduates from Citrus High School, Lecanto High School, and Crystal River High School — we’re excited to celebrate this special milestone with you!As we count ...

SALSA Art Camp- DEADLINE FRIDAY!

May 11, 2026

SALSA Art Camp- DEADLINE FRIDAY!

Get ready for a colorful adventure at SALSA Summer Art Camp hosted by Lecanto School of the Arts! 🌈🖌️From clay and paint to tie-dye and glass fusion, campers will dive into hands-on, instructor-led...

Agri-STEAM Academy at FCE!

May 11, 2026

Agri-STEAM Academy at FCE!

Get Ready to Grow, Explore, and Discover! Calling all future Kindergarteners! A brand-new adventure is blooming at Floral City Elementary School — introducing our Agri-STEAM Academy! From planting ...

Beyond the Bell – Episode 31

May 10, 2026

Beyond the Bell – Episode 31

🎙️🌪️ Beyond the Bell – Episode 31Dr. Scott Hebert stepped into the Eye of the Hurricane at Citrus High School for a behind-the-scenes look at CHS’s student-led podcast, “In The Eye.”From sitting in...

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