Leadership Academy at Forest Oak Middle School

LAFO families - we have made an important dress code update to account for warm weather!

Shirts
Students should wear their grade-level assigned shirt color (t-shirt, polo, or sweatshirt are acceptable. Hoodies are not permitted and all shirts should be plain/no designs or logos.

Pants/Shorts
• Pants, jeans, shorts, skirts, skorts, and jumpers are acceptable
• Colors permitted: Blue denim (jeans), black, or khaki
• Shorts, skirts, skorts, and jumpers must be at least finger-tip length

Student ID
Students must wear their student ID at all times. ID cards will be distributed once they are delivered to campus.

Save the date and join us on Thursday, August 27th for our Lion Pride Night open house event!

Thursday, August 27, 2026
5:30pm - 7:00pm

Leadership Academy at Forest Oak Auditorium
3221 Pecos St.
Fort Worth, TX 76119

Our LAFO Lion Pride Night is an event for the whole family - Meet Teachers, Tour the School, & Learn More about Forest Oak! We’ll also cover important information including:

• Using your Parent Portal Account
• Ways to Support your LAFO Student
• Title I Presentation

Mark your calendars - we hope to see you there!

Al hacer sus compras para el regreso a clases este fin de semana, por favor tengan en cuenta las normas de vestimenta de este año.

¡Tengamos un excelente año escolar, Leones! ¡Nos vemos a todos el lunes, temprano y con mucha energía!

Hola familia LAFO,

A continuación se detalla información importante sobre el código de vestimenta para el año escolar 2026-2027, el cual entrará en vigor el primer día de clases: el 10 de agosto de 2026.

👖 Prendas inferiores (Pantalones):
Los estudiantes solo pueden usar pantalones negros, pantalones caqui (khaki) o jeans de mezclilla. Si los pantalones tienen rasgaduras o agujeros que expongan la piel, se debe usar ropa debajo para cubrirse.

👕 Camisas de uniforme por nivel de grado:
6.º Grado: Polo o camiseta de color gris sólido.
7.º Grado: Polo o camiseta de color negro sólido.
8.º Grado: Polo o camiseta de color granate/vino (maroon) sólido.
Se entregarán dos camisas a todos los estudiantes durante la inscripción. Las familias también pueden comprar más camisetas del color apropiado para el grado escolar para que los estudiantes las usen. Las camisetas deben ser de un solo color, sin logotipos ni decoraciones.

🧥 Ropa de abrigo:
Se permiten sudaderas, suéteres, chaquetas o abrigos sin capucha. NO se permiten sudaderas con capucha (hoodies) en lo absoluto.

👟 Calzado:
No se permiten sandalias ni zapatos abiertos. Los Crocs y los tenis (zapatillas deportivas) son aceptables.

📢 Las identificaciones de los estudiantes (IDs) se deben usar en TODO momento.

Gracias por su continuo apoyo para ayudarnos a mantener un ambiente de aprendizaje seguro y enfocado. ¡Esperamos tener un excelente inicio de año escolar!

https://forestoakmiddle.fwisd.org/enrollment

When doing your school shopping this weekend, please keep in mind this year's guidelines for dress code.

Let's have a great year, Lions--see everyone bright and early on Monday!

Hello LAFO family,

Below details important info regarding the 2026-2027 dress code, which will go into effect on the first day of school--August 10, 2026.

👖 Bottoms:
Students may only wear black pants, khaki pants, or denim jeans.
If pants have rips or holes that expose skin, clothing must be worn underneath to cover.

👕 Uniform Shirts by Grade Level:
6th Grade: Solid grey polo or t-shirt
7th Grade: Solid black polo or t-shirt
8th Grade: Solid maroon polo or t-shirt
Two shirts will be provided to all students during registration. Families may also purchase more shirts of the grade-appropriate color for students to wear. Shirts must be a solid color with no logos or decorations.

🧥 Outerwear:
Sweatshirts, sweaters, jackets/coats with no hood are allowed.
Hoodies are NOT permitted AT ALL.

👟 Footwear:
No sandals or open-toed shoes are allowed.
Crocs and sneakers are acceptable.

📢 Student IDs must be worn at ALL times.

Thank you for your continued support in helping us maintain a safe and focused learning environment. We look forward to a great start to the school year!

https://forestoakmiddle.fwisd.org/enrollment

The first day of school is Monday, August 10, 2026 and we are excited to welcome our LAFO Lions back to campus! See below for important arrival and dismissal procedures.

ARRIVAL

School doors open at 7:55am (Cafeteria serves breakfast from 7:40am - 7:55am daily)

Arrival Entrances By Grade (See Maps)
• 6th Grade: LAFO Front Door/Entrance
• 7th Grade: LAFO Side Entrance
• 8th Grade: Portable Village

Student IDs
• ID cards will be issued to students once they are delivered to campus. Once issued, students are required to wear their lanyard/student ID every day.

DISMISSAL

Dismissal Bells
• Car Riders: 3:55pm
• Bus Riders: 4:00pm

Extracurricular Activities
• Any student participating in a supervised after-school activity must report to their assigned location no later than 4:05pm.

For more information visit (link in bio!):
https://forestoakmiddle.fwisd.org/about-our-school/arrival-dismissal-policies

2026-2027 FWISD Personal Communication Device Policy (HB 1481)

To support a distraction-free learning environment, the Leadership Academy at Forest Oak will implement the requirements of Texas House Bill 1481 (HB 1481) regarding student personal electronic devices, in accordance with Fort Worth ISD policy.

All personal electronic devices of any kind (cell phones, tablets, AirPods, smart glasses, smart watches, headphones, etc.) must be powered off, stored away, and out of sight for the entire instructional day.

• If a device is seen, heard, or used, it will be confiscated and disciplinary consequences will be applied in accordance with state law, the FWISD Student Code of Conduct, and District Policy.

• This expectation applies for the entire instructional day.

• Medical exceptions require district-approved documentation. Exceptions will also be made, if necessary, to implement student IEP and 504 plans.

We appreciate the support of our LAFO parents, guardians, and families as we focus on distraction-free instruction.

For more information visit: https://www.fwisd.org/community/pcdpolicy

Thank you to our families that joined us for today’s LAFO registration event! A quick reminder - we will be offering extended evening hours tomorrow!

🗓 Event Dates: Thursday, August 6th & Friday, August 7th

🕘 Times: 9:00-11:00 AM & 1:00-3:00 PM

🌙 Late Night: Thursday, August 6th | 5:00-7:00 PM

📍 Location: Leadership Academy at Mitchell Boulevard | 3601 Mitchell Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76105

*PLEASE NOTE: Space at Mitchell Boulevard is limited. Please limit your party to those who need to attend the registration event.

👕Students will receive their assigned grade-level color shirt
• 6th Grade: Gray
• 7th Grade: Black
• 8th Grade: Maroon

REMINDER: All students must register—whether returning or new to campus.

To save time, please complete online enrollment beforehand at https://forestoakmiddle.fwisd.org/enrollment

Let’s get ready for a great school year!

IMPORTANT LOCATION CHANGE!

Thank you to our families that joined us for today’s LAFO registration event! To better serve our families, we are moving this week’s events to the Leadership Academy at Mitchell Boulevard!

🗓 Event Dates: Wednesday, August 5th - Friday, August 7th

🕘 Times: 9:00-11:00 AM & 1:00-3:00 PM

🌙 Late Night: Thursday, August 6th | 5:00-7:00 PM

📍 Location: Leadership Academy at Mitchell Boulevard | 3601 Mitchell Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76105

*PLEASE NOTE: Space at Mitchell Boulevard is limited. Please limit your party to those who need to attend the registration event.

👕Students will receive their assigned grade-level color shirt:

• 6th Grade: Gray
• 7th Grade: Black
• 8th Grade: Maroon

REMINDER: All students must register—whether returning or new to campus.

To save time, please complete online enrollment beforehand at https://forestoakmiddle.fwisd.org/enrollment

Let’s get ready for a great school year!

We’re kicking off our LAFO on-site registration events TOMORROW, August 4th!

🗓 Event Dates: Tuesday, August 4th - Friday, August 7th

🕘 Times: 9:00-11:00 AM & 1:00-3:00 PM

🌙 Late Night: Thursday, August 6th | 5:00-7:00 PM

📍 Location: LOCATION CHANGE - Leadership Academy at Mitchell Boulevard, 3601 Mitchell Blvd.
Fort Worth, TX 76105

*PLEASE NOTE: Space at Mitchell Boulevard is limited. Please limit your party to those who need to attend the registration event.

👕Students will receive their assigned grade-level color shirt
• 6th Grade: Gray
• 7th Grade: Black
• 8th Grade: Maroon

REMINDER: All students must register—whether returning or new to campus.

To save time, please complete online enrollment beforehand at https://forestoakmiddle.fwisd.org/enrollment

Let’s get ready for a great school year!

Join the LAFO Team!

We’re looking for a passionate and dedicated ELAR Teacher to join our amazing staff at the Leadership Academy at Forest Oak!

If you’re ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Apply online today and email your resume to: [email protected]