Thank you to all of the alumni who joined us at Gallaghers Steakhouse in NYC on Wednesday, February 1st. It was a great night of laughter and celebrating Forman. A special thank you to James Poll ’16 with Dean and Linda Poll P’16 for hosting such a wonderful event. Click here to view photos. | |
What Do You Love About Forman? | |
We asked alumni, current families, students, faculty, and staff to share what they love about Forman. Click here to view some of the responses. | |
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Mark your calendars! Jason Regalbuto ’91, P’20, and Wilder Regalbuto P’20 are hosting a cocktail reception at their home in Palm Beach, FL, on Thursday, March 30th. Whether you are local or visiting the area, we hope you join us!
To RSVP, click the button below or contact Ashli Langill, Advancement Coordinator and Communications Liaison, at ashli.langill@formanschool.org or 860.567.2826. Please respond by March 16th.
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Alumni Weekend will take place Friday, May 5th-Sunday, May 7th. Invitations, including the schedule, will arrive in your mailbox soon! You can also find additional details on the Forman Alumni Website here. This event is free to attend!
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March 30th
Palm Beach Reception, hosted by Jason Regalbuto ’91, P’20, and Wilder Regalbuto P’20
May 5th
Dissertation Day and Rainforest Project Reunion
May 5th-7th
Alumni Weekend
June 3rd
Commencement
Summer of 2023
Hartford Yard Goats Game
We hope to see you soon!
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Do you have good news to share with your fellow Lions? Have you moved to a new home? Changed jobs? Got married? Earned a degree? Have you met up with Forman friends? We want to hear about it! Click here to share a class note or email alumni@formanschool.org. Class notes will be published in the 2023 Forman Letter.
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Upcoming Musical
The Forman Ensemble Players will present the musical Chicago today and tomorrow from 7:00-9:30 p.m. in the Jake Cloobeck ’16 Theater, located in the Visual and Performing Arts Center (VPAC).
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21-Day Racial Equity Challenge
Students participated in a 21-Day Racial Equity Challenge in recognition of Black History Month. They completed activities focused on themes of identity, diversity, and dialogue. Click here to read more about the challenge.
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Winter Athletics
Forman’s Alpine Ski Team competed in the NEPSAC Class C Championships last week. The boys’ team placed first, and the girls’ team placed third overall in the championship. The following students also received medals:
- Lila Sweetland ’25 - 2nd place in Giant Slalom and 3rd place in Slalom
- Darin Armstrong ’24 - 9th place in Giant Slalom
- Alex Puchner ’26 - 6th place in Giant Slalom and 3rd place in Slalom
Click here to view pictures of our action-packed winter athletic season, and here for pictures of our winter recreational activities!
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Ceramic Bowls for a Cause
Ben Weberman ’23 has produced 50 beautiful ceramic bowls to help raise money to address hunger in the local area. In March, Ben’s creations will be part of the Empty Bowls fundraiser at The Community Soup Kitchen of Torrington, CT. Read more here.
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Fueled by Gatorade
Gatorade is a sponsor of this year’s Rainforest Project! The company recently sent boxes of thirst-quenching supplies to our students as they prepare for their upcoming Winterim to Costa Rica. The Forman School Rainforest Project is dedicated to finding alternatives to tropical deforestation while empowering high school students to make a global difference. To learn more and keep up with the adventures of the 2023 Rainforest Project, click here.
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Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges Faculty Spotlight | |
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Throughout this academic year, we are celebrating faculty members who exemplify our year-long theme: Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges. We recently recognized Cognition and Learning Teacher Meghan Carder for her contributions.
“I am so honored to be recognized and part of this community,” says Carder, who joined Forman last year. She currently teaches Reading Principles and Brain Matters in the Cognition and Learning Department.
Read more here.
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Regular physical activity can improve overall physical health, helping students with learning differences stay focused and more alert in the classroom. Click here to read our latest blog post by Science Teacher Dr. Brenden Ostaszewski.
You can find more posts on our blog here.
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We are excited to announce the new Director of Ingenuity Year, Dr. Erin Garcia. Erin previously worked in secondary and postsecondary education and served as an educational consultant for educational programming. You can read her full bio here.
We are also currently accepting applications for our Fall 2023 program! On the coast of Maine, students aged 17-21 will explore the global phenomenon of climate change through direct experiences with local communities and industries, while also developing essential skills to increase independence and maturity. The priority application deadline is April 15th.
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Summer Program Info & Discount | |
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The Forman Summer Program is a four-week, coed boarding and day camp that takes place on our campus during the month of July. The program is open to students entering grades 7-11 who would benefit from our individualized approach to learning. Students learn independence, self-advocacy, and academic strategies that they can apply in the classroom and beyond. In the evenings and on weekends, they participate in various activities, explore the local area, and enjoy all that summer in northwest Connecticut has to offer! Enroll by March 1st and receive a $500 discount.
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Follow Forman on Social Media | |
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Connect with Forman School on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn! This is a great way to get an inside perspective on campus. We frequently share updates, photos from activities, videos, insightful articles about learning differences, alumni news, and more!
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