Forney ISD Utilizes SMARTtag for Bus Riders

As a part of the continued effort to improve district safety and security, Forney ISD uses the Secured Mobility Authorized Ridership Technology (SMART) tag system for all students who ride the bus to and from school. 

Forney ISD Holds Dedication Ceremony for Don R. Willett Elementary School

Forney ISD opened its doors at the beginning of this school year to Don R. Willett Elementary School, a new campus in the district. Last week, the Honorable Don R. Willett attended the dedication ceremony along with his family, several distinguished guests, and many members of the Forney Family community.

Forney Senior Soars at Flight Academy

At the end of last school year, Forney High School senior Blane Duplissey found his summer plans up in the air…literally. For eight weeks this summer, Duplissey participated in the United States Air Force’s Flight Academy program where he earned his private pilot’s license and college credit.

Forney ISD Upholds School Safety as a Priority for the District

As Forney ISD begins a new school year, it is important our community knows that the safety and security of all students and staff  in our district will always be a top priority. Each campus continues to go above and beyond the measures outlined by the state of Texas to ensure every child is protected while attending our schools. 

Anonymous Alerts Available for Students, Parents, and Community

The Anonymous Alerts anti-bullying and safety app reporting system helps combat bullying and other negative activity in schools by empowering students to speak up. The system allows for 1-way or 2-way anonymous encrypted communications between submitters (students, parents, or community members) and district administration and/or school staff. Users of the system have the option to remain anonymous or reveal their identity when submitting a report.

Forney ISD Donates Land Near North Forney High School for Kaufman County Sheriff Sub Station

Through a creative partnership with the Forney Independent School District, Kaufman County will soon begin construction on a new Sheriff Sub Station on the west side of the county in Forney.

Bus routes are now available in Infofinder online!

Visit https://bit.ly/22-23BusRoutes.

Forney High School Percussion Ensemble to Perform at PASIC

The Forney High School Percussion Ensemble was chosen as a winner of the International Percussion Ensemble Contest in June. As part of this prestigious honor, the ensemble is one of only three high schools to be invited to perform a showcase concert at the Percussive Arts Society International Convention, the single largest percussion event in the world.

FORNEY ISD SCHOOLS OPEN TOMORROW: Anticipate traffic delays

Forney ISD is prepared to open campuses for the 2022-23 school year tomorrow, Thursday, Aug. 11.  As with every school year, the district encourages the community to anticipate travel delays. After the first few weeks, routines are established, carpools are arranged, bus students are registered, and the traffic flow improves.

Forney ISD Names 4 New Facilities: Elementaries #10 & #11, Intermediate #4, Middle School #4

As one of the fastest growing school districts in Texas, Forney ISD is preparing to open several new campuses over the next few years. The community submitted nominations for facility names during June, and the board of trustees tasked a community facilities naming committee with reviewing and forming a recommendation.

Forney ISD Names Mr. Cary Griffin Media Suite at City Bank Stadium

Cary Griffin, a community leader, business owner and avid volunteer, took his pursuits to heart as he connected the Forney community through his writing and volunteer work. In 1972, Cary and his wife, Judy, became the owners of the Forney Messenger.

Goodside Health Now Available for All Students

Forney ISD is partnering with Goodside Health for the 2022-2023 school year! This SchoolMed on-demand telehealth service will be available to students that register at https://patient.pond.md/forneyisd.

Important Traffic Information for the Aug. 11 Opening of Johnson & Willett Elementary 

The new Johnson Elementary and Willett Elementary are set to open their doors to new students. Forney ISD and the City of Forney have been working together over the past year to prepare for August 11. We appreciate the community’s support as we get our students safely to and from school each day.

New Forney ISD Safety Coordinator Organizes Active Shooter Training for County

After almost 20 years in law enforcement and an additional 6 years as the Kaufman County Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator, Debi Nixon joins Forney ISD as the Safety and Security Coordinator.

Over 700 Students Attend Forney ISD STEAM Camps

Forney ISD hosted over 700 students over the last few weeks for summer STEAM camps. STEAM camps (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) are held over weeks throughout June and July at Forney ISD campuses. 

Back for the Future

We are raising the bar and going back to what is best for our students and teachers as we move forward into the future. Our students deserve it. Our staff deserve it. Our Forney Family deserves it. Click the headline to view our summer video series.

Updated Student Dress Code for 2022-2023

We hope everyone is having a wonderful summer.  As we prepare to start school on August 11, 2022, we wanted to share an updated dress code. Click the headline for more information.

May 2022 Election Results and Information

Forney ISD Seeking Nominations for Future Facility Names

Thank you to our #ForneyFamily for their support during the May 2022 bond election. Forney ISD is excited to begin the next phase by accepting nominations from the community on potential names for our future facilities. Visit https://bit.ly/2022FacilityNameNomination to submit a Forney ISD Facility Nomination form by 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 19, 2022 . Please share with your family, friends and our community.

Forney ISD AFJROTC Program Receives Distinguished Unit Award

The Forney ISD Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) was recently notified that it has been selected to receive the 2021-2022 Air Force JROTC Distinguished Unit Award. This is the 7th year in the last eight years that the District’s AFJROTC unit (Unit TX-20081) has earned the award.