Fordland Focus
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February 24, 2023
Tabitha Foraker named Fordland Elementary Principal
Mrs. Foraker began her career teaching in California in the Hesperia Unified School district. She spent 4 years teaching 5th and 6th grade and 3 years as a special education teacher working with students in Kindergarten through 3rd grade. She then spent 7 years serving as an instructional coach, elementary assistant principal and elementary principal in the Hesperia Unified School District. Mrs. Foraker was recognized as a Teacher of the Year and as Elementary Assistant Principal of the Year during the course of her career in California.
Mrs. Foraker graduated from California State University, San Bernardino with a Bachelor’s degree in liberal studies. She received her Master’s Degree in Education from California State University, San Bernardino as well.
Mrs. Foraker and her husband, Sean, have been married for 14 years and they have two daughters, Aubrey and Alysse. Mrs. Foraker is honored and excited to join the Fordland team. “Fordland has an incredible amount of pride in its schools and community. I am grateful for this opportunity to serve and engage with our students, staff, families, and the Fordland community. I look forward to working together to ensure student success! Go Eagles!”
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Mr. Edwin Roderick, Bus Driver and Groundskeeper
Q: What is your favorite thing about working at Fordland R-III?
A: "I like being around the kids. Something new every day!"
Q: What's something you can't live without?
A: "My family."
Q: What advice would you give our students?
A: "Study hard. Learn as much as you can to get an easier gig in life!"
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Fordland R-3 School District
Website: https://www.fordland.k12.mo.us/
Location: 1230 School Street, Fordland, MO, USA
Phone: 417-767-2298
Twitter: @FordlandR3Scho1