Forsyth Family
Organization

The Forsyth Family Organization (FFO) fosters strong partnerships among families, teachers, and the school community to enhance the educational experience and well-being of our students.

All parents and guardians of current Forsyth students are automatic members of the FFO. There are no dues or membership fees. The FFO is led by two presidents in partnership with committee chairs and school administration. FFO presidents and committee chairs typically serve staggered two-year terms to promote continuity, collaboration, and shared leadership.

The FFO helps build a connected and engaged school community by coordinating volunteers, supporting school-led programs and events, and creating opportunities for families to become involved in meaningful ways. It provides flexible volunteer opportunities for families with a wide range of interests, schedules, and availability—from one-off, day-of event support to ongoing committee involvement.

FFO Committees

  • Coordinate thoughtful ways to celebrate and thank Forsyth teachers and staff members throughout the school year, including (but not limited to) appreciation events, meals, treats, and special activities.

    One-year commitment

  • Support sustainability efforts and environmentally focused initiatives at Forsyth. Volunteers may assist with recycling and waste management at school events and help support campus-wide green initiatives throughout the school year.

    One-year commitment

  • Support classroom communication, teacher appreciation efforts, and family engagement. Room Parents help organize classroom celebrations, coordinate parent communication, and foster community within each grade level.

    One-year commitment

  • Organize a robust and diverse slate of community event offerings hosted by Forsyth families. Proceeds support student field trips and community programs.

    One-year commitment

  • Partner with the Advancement Office to coordinate Forsyth apparel and merchandise offerings for children and adults, including design, sourcing, ordering, inventory tracking, and in-person pop-up shops.

    One-year commitment

Contact the FFO

Volunteer Opportunities

  • Support the Admission Office’s cultivation efforts for prospective and newly enrolled families through admission events, including (but not limited to) All-School & Early Childhood Open Houses, Science Saturdays, New Family Dinner, and Playground Playdates.

    Volunteer opportunities may include event check-in and registration, greeting and wayfinding, post-event follow-up phone calls, and more.

    Seasonal commitment

  • Coach or lead a League Sports team, after-school club, or extracurricular activity.

    League Sports coaches receive waived registration fees for their child's coached sport.

    Seasonal commitment

  • Volunteer immediately before, during, or after Forsyth’s many community events, assisting with event setup and cleanup, check-in and registration, greeting and wayfinding, activity support, and more.

    Annual community events include:

    • Back-to-School Social (August)

    • Falcon Festival (September or October)

    • Grand Friends Day (November)

    • I Heart Reading Day (February)

    • Green & White Day (May)

    • Celebration of Cultures

    • Go Green Day of Sustainability

    One-day commitment

  • Join a committee to plan the details for one of Forsyth’s three signature fundraising events, whose proceeds support our students through the Annual Fund and Financial Aid Program.

    Forsyth’s fundraising events include:

    • Golf Classic (October, odd-numbered years)

    • Trivia Night (February, even-numbered years)

    • Auction (Spring, odd-numbered years)

    Seasonal commitment

  • Partner with the Advancement Office and Pledge Week Chairs to encourage class participation, strengthen class engagement, and build momentum toward Forsyth’s Annual Fund goals before, during, and after Pledge Week, typically held in late September or early October.

    Three-week commitment