11/20/2025
Dear Forge Community,
We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has championed The Forge School’s mission and vision. Your belief in reimagining education—connecting students’ learning to purpose, community, and real-world opportunity—has been both humbling and inspiring.
Following the state’s denial of our charter appeal and the resulting lack of start-up funding, we have made the difficult decision not to reapply for the upcoming application cycle. At this time, our Board of Directors is exploring all available options for a path forward. While this pause is unexpected, we see it as an opportunity to reassess and reimagine what comes next. We will share updates on our website in the new year and we encourage you to check back for news about next steps and opportunities to stay involved..
We remain deeply grateful to every parent, educator, industry partner, and advocate who shared their expertise, resources, and encouragement along the way. Your support has shaped a powerful vision of what education can become when grounded in relevance, relationships, and purpose.
If you have questions or would like to connect with a member of our leadership team, please feel free to reach out to the email addresses below. Thank you again for your generosity, trust, and unwavering belief in The Forge School’s mission.
With sincere appreciation,
Sara and Derrick
