Forest Ridge Elementary
Learning Together so we can Stand Alone!
Words from our Principal…
Welcome to Forest Ridge Elementary School! As your Principal, I am thrilled to welcome you to our FRE family. Our core mission is to ensure that every student who walks through our doors feels safe, valued, and empowered to achieve their full potential. This year, we are grounding our school culture in our powerful theme: "Respect Starts with Me." By taking personal responsibility for how we treat ourselves and others, we create a community where everyone can thrive. To support this, our dedicated staff is committed to fostering a safe, supportive, and effective learning environment. We do this by delivering high-quality instruction, promoting fair and consistent school expectations, and encouraging respect for oneself and others. We strive to build a joyful, equitable environment where academic excellence and strong character go hand in hand.
We view our families as our most essential partners in this work. We are dedicated to maintaining open lines of communication with families and welcome your active partnership in your child’s education. Please view our website, Parent Square, and our FRE Facebook page to stay updated on upcoming events, and never hesitate to reach out.
Heather Bone
Principal, Forest Ridge Elementary School
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June 22, 2026
Attention families - Final report cards for the 2025–2026 school year have been posted for middle and high and are available in the Skyward Family Access portal. Families with elementary students s...
June 18, 2026
On Saturday, June 20, 2026, Who We Play For and Phil Royal Legacy will be providing affordable ECG heart screenings for children and young adults ages 10-25 years old. Hernando Alexander Family Par...
June 9, 2026
At today’s Regular School Board Meeting, Superintendent Hebert recognized our outstanding athletes who placed at the state level in their sport. We are proud to celebrate the dedication, hard work,...
June 3, 2026
☀️ FREE Summer Meals for Kids! ☀️Citrus County Schools is proud to offer the Summer Feeding Program throughout June and July, providing FREE breakfast and lunch to all children 18 years old and you...
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Become An Owl Today!
Forest Ridge Elementary is a welcoming and culturally diverse school community where students are encouraged to grow academically, socially, and emotionally in a supportive and engaging learning environment. Through strong instruction, enriching extracurricular opportunities, and meaningful partnerships with families, our Owls develop the skills, confidence, and character needed for lifelong success.
Forest Ridge Elementary combines academic excellence, student enrichment opportunities, cultural diversity, and a strong sense of community to create an environment where every child can thrive. From participating in Chorus, Drama, and Fitness Owls to engaging in challenging classroom experiences, our students are encouraged to discover their strengths, celebrate diverse perspectives, build lasting friendships, and develop a love of learning. Together with our families, we empower every Owl to reach their full potential both in and out of the classroom.
