Support Our Teachers & Staff: Shadow Forest has the best staff who are working hard to teach and support our kids. We can show appreciation for the teachers and staff any day of the year -- but especially on the National Appreciation Days. 

We already have a list of each staff member's favorite things!

Check it out!

Fall Social: We’re excited to announce the first-ever Fall Social for 3rd–5th graders! This special evening will be a fun way for students to celebrate the season together and help start a new SFE tradition.

Save the Date: October 30, 2025 6:00PM - 8:00 PM

Polar Express Night: Each year, join SFE for a festive family evening at our Polar Express night, hosted by the Shadow Forest PTA. Enjoy crafts, holiday games, a hot chocolate bar, and a special visit from Santa himself. We look forward to celebrating the season with you! 

SAVE THE DATE: December 11, 2025

Winter Party: The PTA plans and coordinates a Winter party for each grade. The party is the same day/time for each class. Parties usually include a craft, snack, and game. **Please contribute to the Winter Party by paying your child's Party Fee.**

Parents are invited to attend the classroom Winter parties. All visitors who are planning to attend will need to register by completing an RSVP. 

Save the Date: December 19, 2025 at 10:45AM

Watch for the "SFE Connect" Email in November/December for Additional Information  

Friendship Party: The PTA plans and coordinates a Friendship party for each grade. The party is the same day/time for each class. Parties usually include a craft, snack, and game. **Please contribute to the Friendship Party by paying your child's Party Fee.**

Parents are invited to attend the classroom Friendship parties. All visitors who are planning to attend will need to register by completing an RSVP. 

Save the Date: February 6, 2026 at 2:15PM

Watch for the "SFE Connect" Email in January/ February for Additional Information

SharkFest Fundraiser: SharkFest is the main PTA fundraiser event of the year! Join us in the Spring with your family and friends for a Carnival at Shadow Forest Elementary. During the week there are many fun activities -- like lunch raffle prizes for the kids or an auction (one favorite auction item is to add your child's birthday to the marquee for the following year). Then on Friday Night, join us at SFE for carnival rides, food, amazing raffle prize drawings, and more! There is so much fun to be had during SharkFest!

SAVE THE DATE: March 27, 2026 from 5:30-8:30 PM

Super Kids Day: Our Super Kids Day is like a fun Field Day for the kids. It's typically an outdoor event where students get to play a variety of games, races, activities, and bounce houses. It's a great way to promote physical activity, teamwork, school spirit, and celebrate the end of a great year.

Save the Date: May 1, 2026 

5th Grade Specific Programs and Events: In celebration of our 5th graders moving on from Elementary School they have a few additional parties/ programs throughout the year. 

**Please contribute to the 5th Grade Programs and Events by paying your child's Party Fee.**