Woodland Forrest Elementary School

Come join our Woodland Forrest Family!

Woodland Forrest Elementary School is seeking passionate, student centered educators to join our team as a 1st Grade Teacher or PreK Special Education Teacher.

If you are looking for a school where excellence is expected, innovation is celebrated, and every child matters, we encourage you to apply. Our commitment to supporting both students and teachers has created a culture where educators are valued, developed, and empowered to succeed.

Apply today by clicking the link below:
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For questions about these opportunities, please contact our Principal, Dr. Teresa Bivens, at [email protected].

We look forward to welcoming the next outstanding members of the Woodland Forrest family.

We are proud to announce that Woodland Forrest Elementary School has once again earned Cognia STEM Certification, marking our second STEM certification and reaffirming our commitment to providing innovative, high quality learning experiences for every student.

This incredible accomplishment reflects the dedication of our students, the commitment of our teachers, the support of our families, and the leadership of our entire school community.

A very special congratulations goes to our STEM Teacher, Mrs. Grace Williams, and the entire STEM Team for their outstanding leadership, vision, and countless hours of hard work throughout the year long certification process. Their passion for creating engaging, hands on learning opportunities has helped cultivate a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and problem solving that makes Woodland Forrest a leader in STEM education.

We also extend our sincere appreciation to Dr. Sargent and the Cognia STEM Review Team for their guidance and support throughout this process.

This recognition is a celebration of what is possible when a school community works together with a shared commitment to excellence.

Congratulations, Woodland Forrest Family! Our future is bright, and we are proud to continue inspiring the next generation of innovators and leaders.

Congratulations to our incredible principal, Dr. Teresa Bivens, on the successful defense of her doctoral dissertation and earning her doctorate!
This achievement is a reflection of her dedication, perseverance, and commitment to lifelong learning. We are proud to be led by someone who continually strives for excellence and inspires those around her to do the same. Please join us in celebrating this well-deserved accomplishment! ✨🎓

Summer Learning starts Monday, June 1, 2026.

We are excited to learn, grow, and make waves together this summer!

This week, we celebrated our 1st–4th grade students during our Honors Day Ceremony! We are so proud of their hard work, leadership, and achievements throughout the school year.
Thank you to our families, teachers, and staff for supporting and encouraging our students every step of the way. Keep leading the wave, WFES!

We’re proud to celebrate an incredible accomplishment at Woodland Forrest Elementary! Our 3rd Grade students earned a remarkable 93% Sufficiency Rate on the ACAP Assessment!

This achievement reflects the hard work of our students, the dedication of our teachers and staff, and the continued support of our families. Together, we are creating opportunities, building confidence, and helping students reach new heights every day.

Congratulations to our amazing 3rd Grade team on this outstanding success. 💙💛

Just a reminder that Wednesday and Thursday are half-days for students. School dismissal times are listed in the graphic. Please plan to have your children picked up at the appropriate times. Thank you! Arcadia Elementary School Central Elementary School Central High School Eastwood Middle School Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School Northridge High School Northridge Middle School Oakdale Elementary School Paul W. Bryant High School Rock Quarry Elementary School Skyland Elementary School Southview Elementary School Tuscaloosa TCS Transportation Department TCS Children’s Center & STARS Academy At New Heights Tuscaloosa Career and Technology Academy Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools - Middle The Alberta School of Performing Arts Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools - Elementary University Place Elementary School Verner Elementary School Westlawn Middle School Woodland Forrest Elementary School

We had a special afternoon welcoming our new faculty members to The Forrest! We are excited to have them join the WFES family and look forward to an amazing 2026-2027 school year together.