Forest Lakes Elementary  -  Home of the Dolphins

Address: 301 Pine Ave. N Oldsmar, FL 34677 

Phone: (813) 891-0785 

Fax: (813) 891-9178 

Pinellas County Schools Administration: (727) 588-6000

Principal: Mark Ruscetta

School Hours: 8:45 am to 2:55 pm, Monday-Friday 

About

Forest Lakes Elementary is a school set back in a quiet area of Oldsmar. We are a neighborhood school with a family atmosphere where the community is in pursuit of highest student achievement for all students. In addition to serving students in kindergarten through fifth grade, Forest Lakes provides developmentally appropriate programs for pre-school students and students with autism in an inclusive and nurturing environment.

Points of Pride

• School Grade of an "A"
• ESE Inclusion Teacher of the Year Finalist 2022
• Dedicated and committed school staff
• School Wide Positive Behavior Program
• Family and Community Friendly School with Active PTO
• Active volunteers and mentors on campus regularly
• Family-oriented night events throughout the year
• All Pro Dads on Campus
• Strong community partnerships (Oldsmar Cares, Rotary Club, Kiwanis, City of Oldsmar)
• Extended learning for students in reading and math
• Laptops provided for students in grades 3-5 and computer lab carts for students in grades K-2
• Science Lab for grades 1-5 and Robotics for grades K-5
• Music and Art Shows for all grade levels throughout the year

Special Services and Programs

• Pre-K classes (one 3-year-old class and two VPK classes)
• Gifted education daily and talented program provided by a gifted teachers
• Battle of the Books Club for students in 3-5th
• STEM Academy After School Program
• Multicultural/Leadership Team for Intermediate Grades
• National Elementary Junior Society
• Safety Patrols Program for 5th graders
• Morning News Program for 4th graders