Forman School is an independent coeducational, college preparatory school for boarding and day students with identified learning differences. Forman develops the whole student, based on each individual’s learning profile, so that all graduates become educated, confident self-advocates throughout life.
Parent Center
Welcome, families! Please review the information on this page to stay up-to-date on everything you need to know throughout the year.
FALL FAMILY WEEKEND
Fall Family Weekend will be held Friday, October 18th through Saturday, October 19th. New parents are invited to attend a special workshop on Thursday, October 17th. We encourage all families to join us for this special weekend!
Fall Family Weekend Schedule
Friday, October 18th
School Store Hours: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
8:30 a.m. | Registration Opens
Continental breakfast and light refreshments available.
Visual and Performing Arts Center, Lobby
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | Conferences in Classrooms
Various Academic Buildings, please refer to your conference schedule for specific locations.
9:00-9:30 a.m. | 2024 Fall Family Weekend Welcome: Unveiling the 2024-25 Parent Education Program and Weekend Overview, led by Director of Parent and Alumni Engagement Heather Ford and Assistant Head of School for Internal Affairs Allie Maxwell
11:00-11:45 a.m. | Nurture Your Journey: Guiding Junior Families Through the College Search and Application Process, led by Director of College Counseling Meredith Davis and Associate Director of College Counseling Jennifer Strawson
12:00-1:00 p.m. | Photo With Your Lion
Meet up with your student and have a family photo taken.
Outside the Peirce Dining Hall
12:00-1:30 p.m. | Lunch
Peirce Dining Hall
1:00-3:50 p.m. | Conferences in Classrooms
Various Academic Buildings, please refer to your conference schedule for specific locations.
1:00-3:50 p.m. | College Counseling Office Hours
Seniors and their families are invited to work on college applications with the College Counseling Team.
Williams Academic Building, Room 105
2:00-2:45 p.m. | Nurture the Future, led by Assistant Head of School for Internal Affairs Allie Maxwell
3:30-5:00 p.m. | Athletic Practices and Recreational Activities
Students are required to attend athletic and recreational commitments.
Athletic Fields, Gymnasium, and Other Locations Across Campus
4:00-4:45 p.m. | All School Community Meeting, led by Head of School Amy Clemons
5:00-6:00 p.m. | Parent Reception
Social gathering for parents, administrators, and faculty.
Head of School's House, 54 Norfolk Road — Shuttles Available
After 6:00 p.m.
We invite families to join us for dinner in Peirce Dining Hall. Parents may also take students off campus for the evening. Before taking students off campus, text or call the Administrator on Duty (AOD) at 860.601.8543 and submit a pass request in Orah. Students must return and check in by 9:30 p.m.
6:00-7:00 p.m. | Dinner for Families
Peirce Dining Hall
7:15-8:30 p.m. | Fire Pit Gathering and Student Musical Performances
Malcolm G. Chace Student Center and Campus Green
All Parent Education Sessions will take place in the Visual and Performing Arts Center, Jake Cloobeck ’16 Theater
Saturday, October 19th
School Store Hours: 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
7:30 a.m. | Registration Opens
Continental breakfast and light refreshments available.
Visual and Performing Arts Center, Lobby
8:00-11:30 a.m. | Conferences in Classrooms
Various Academic Buildings, please refer to your conference schedule for specific locations.
9:00-9:45 a.m. | Beyond the Classroom: Exploring Life at Forman, led by Associate Dean of Students and Winterim Coordinator Meg Melbourne, Director of Student Life Nicole Ostaszewski, and Associate Director of Student Life Zack Zampaglione
10:00-10:45 a.m. | Coffee and Conversation for 9th, 10th, and 11th Grade Families
Visual and Performing Arts Center, Lobby
10:00-10:45 a.m. | Nurturing the Path: Navigating College Admissions and Decision-Making for Senior and PG Families, led by Director of College Counseling Meredith Davis and Associate Director of College Counseling Jennifer Strawson
11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Lunch
Peirce Dining Hall
12:00-5:00 p.m. | Athletic Contests, Recreational Activities, and Hospitality Tent
Students are required to attend athletic and recreational commitments.
Athletic Fields, Gymnasium, and Other Locations Across Campus | Shuttles Available
1:00-2:00 p.m. | Steam Bending Demonstration, led by Science Teacher and Director of Outdoor Leadership and the Rainforest Project Wendy Welshans P’24
Outside the Olson Outdoor Education Center
Long Weekend Details
Students are required to be off campus for the long weekend starting at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 19th. Boarding students are expected to be back on campus on Wednesday, October 23rd, between 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Classes resume on Thursday, October 24th. All travel plans must be submitted to Orah. Please reach out to Amanda Bender P’27, Assistant to the Assistant Head of School, at amanda.bender@formanschool.org if you have questions.
All Parent Education Sessions will take place in the Visual and Performing Arts Center, Jake Cloobeck ’16 Theater
Helpful Information
2024-2025 Parent/Student Handbook
Please click here for the 2024-2025 handbook.
2024-2025 School Calendar
Please click here for the 2024-2025 school calendar.
2024-2025 Curriculum Guide
2025 Winterim Catalog
Click here for the 2025 Winterim Catalog.
Winterim Reminders
October 19th: Deposit payments are due for travel program participants.
October 24th: A color copy of the student’s passport is due for any student traveling internationally. Failure to provide valid proof of passport may result in a student being placed on the waitlist.
November 21st: Forman considers all travel program rosters finalized.
January 4th: Final balance due for all students/programs.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Meg Melbourne, Associate Dean of Students and Winterim Coordinator, at meg.melbourne@formanschool.org.
Grandparents' and Special Friends' Contact Form
Please click here to update your student’s grandparents’ or special friends’ contact information. By doing so, you ensure they stay connected to our Forman family through the Forman Letter (our school’s magazine), special e-newsletters with campus news, our holiday card, exclusive invitations to school events, and more. Thank you for helping us build a strong and vibrant community!
Dress Code Policy
Please click the link below to download the 2024-2025 Dress Code Policy.
Please note the following changes:
No more Formal Friday dress: We will only require formal dress on Mondays and special occasions, like the Academic Awards Ceremony and Commencement.
Forman Spirit Options: For our Tuesday through Friday class dress, students will be allowed to wear Forman sweatshirts in good repair (hoodies included) during the academic day. We will be providing more Forman polos and button-downs in the School Store, and some of our online stores (like Tommy Hilfiger) will have the option to add Forman crests to some clothing, like quarter-zips.
Cardigans and Blazers with Dresses: Students who choose to wear dresses will only need to wear a blazer or a cardigan if their dress is sleeveless.
Baseball Caps: While baseball caps still may not be worn during the academic day, they may be worn in the Dining Hall after school.
If you have any questions, please contact Matthew Bender P'27, Dean of Students, at matthew.bender@formanschool.org or 860.567.1836.
Community Service Requirement
As a part of our commitment to fostering a culture of service and civic engagement, every student is required to complete a minimum of 15 community service hours per academic year. Please note that these hours do not include any disciplinary or National Honor Society (NHS) hours.
It is crucial that all students complete their required community service hours by the specified deadline. Failure to do so will result in the doubling of required hours for the following year. We believe this policy encourages accountability and reinforces the importance of active participation in community service endeavors.
If you or your child are looking for opportunities to complete the required community service hours during breaks, please consider reaching out to local nonprofits or community organizations.
Click here for the Community Service Form.
Contact Nicole Ostaszewski, Director of Student Life, at nicole.ostaszewski@formanschool.org or 860.567.6230 with any questions or concerns.
Who Does What - A Quick Guide
We have compiled a guide to help you find the best person to contact if you have any questions. View and download the guide:
Campus Map
Click here to download a campus map.
Visitor's Guide
2024-25 Holiday Leave Shuttle Schedule
The Deans’ Office oversees travel to and from Forman during vacation times and the closing of school. Forman offers complimentary transportation buses to Bradley International Airport and the Bridgeport Metro-North Train Station on the day of travel. We offer one, sometimes two, drop-off and pick-up times at these designated locations. If the drop-off or pick-up times do not accommodate your needs, please contact a livery service directly (see list below) to make private arrangements. Students who plan to use the school transportation program must sign up through the Orah program.
Please contact amanda.bender@formanschool.org for more information.
We are excited to welcome new colleagues to the Forman School community for the 2024-2025 school year.
Amy Clemons is the Head of School. She joins Forman from Woodlynde School in Strafford, PA, where she served as the Head for five years.
Matthew Fabiaschi is the Director of Campus Security.
Jenai Fitzpatrick is a Cognition and Learning Teacher. Most recently, Jenai served as an Executive Functions Coach and Learning Specialist at Sasco River Center in Darien, CT.
Frances Jones is an English Teacher. Before Forman, Frances worked as the International Student Coordinator and taught English and Creative World Building at the White Mountain School.
Diane Lavoie is a Cognition and Learning Teacher. Diane previously served as a Special Education teacher at Joel Barlow High School in Redding, CT, since 2014.
Corey Leach is a Thinking and Writing Teacher. Corey previously served as a Special Education Teacher and Case Manager at Kennebunkport High School, Regional School Unit 21.
Robert Newell joins the Building and Grounds team.
Hannah Richards is a Humanities Teacher. She most recently received a B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from Skidmore College.
Gianna Russillo is an Admission Counselor. Gianna received a B.A. in Anthropology from Boston University, where she also served as an Admissions Ambassador.
Carly Tutolo is an English Teacher. Carly most recently served as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of English and Modern Languages at the University of Hartford and an English Language Arts Teacher at Wamogo Regional High School in Litchfield, CT.
Photo L-R: Frances Jones, Diane Lavoie, Gianna Russillo, Jenai Fitzpatrick, Carly Tutolo, Corey Leach, Hannah Richards
2024-2025 All-School Officers
We are pleased to introduce the 2024-2025 All-School Officers: Vice President Trey Carbone ’25, President Julian Graziano ’25, and Speaker Oscar Medoff ’25 (pictured left to right).
