Knapp Forest Elementary

Principal’s Welcome Letter

Hello and welcome! My name is Kristen Schukow and I am the very proud principal of Knapp Forest Elementary. The Knapp Forest school community is truly a special place to be and I would be glad to connect with you regarding any questions you may have! For the last 15 years, I’ve spent my time as a classroom teacher and instructional coach. Prior to my arrival in 2020 to Forest Hills, I served for five years as an elementary principal in Lakeshore Public Schools. I am a firm believer that our work together will be most impactful when we focus first on relationships and relational trust. With that being said, I am really looking forward to meeting you and your families!

Upcoming Events

School Day Schedule

8:35 a.m. – First bell rings
8:45 a.m. – Instructional day begins
3:45 p.m. – Instructional day ends

Lunch Times: (listed in chronological order)
11:15-11:50 – 2nd grade
11:35-12:10 – 1st grade
11:55-12:30 – Kindergarten
12:15-12:50 – 3rd grade
12:35-1:10 – 4th grade
12:35-1:30 – 5th grade

Useful Links

• Knapp Forest Suggested School Supply Lists
• FHPS Read At Home Plan
• A Family Guide to Kindergarten Through Sixth-Grade Curriculum (K-6)
• FHPS Parent/Student Handbooks
• Allergy, Asthma, and Seizure Action Plans
• FHPS Operations – Facility Use Information
• Knapp Forest Media Center (knappforest.weebly.com)
• Elementary Web Resources
• Volunteer Consent Form

Teacher’s Websites:

• Senora Neely’s Class
• Knapp Forest Media Center
• Ms. Sanborn’s Kindergarten Classroom
• Fifth Grade Hawk Talk

Important Kindergarten Information

• Kindergarten Kickoff Information Booklet
• Kindergarten Readiness Brochure
• FHPS Electronic Communication Channels
• Suggested School Supplies for Kindergarten

School Overview

School Office Hours:
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday

Mission Statement:
In partnership with our community, Forest Hills Public Schools will provide all learners with opportunities to acquire the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to build meaningful and productive lives.

School Color:
Crimson/Black

Sister School:
Lincoln School in the Grand Rapids Public School District is our sister school. Our PTO School Committee will coordinate joint projects with the students and teachers at Lincoln throughout the school year.