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The Forest Municipal School District is located in the town of Forest, MS in Scott county. Forest is located on I-20 between Jackson and Meridian. Jackson is 48 miles to the west and Meridian is 40 miles to the east.
Forest covers 610 square miles in Scott county. The population of Forest was 5,987 in 2000. The mean temperature is 64.7 degrees with the winter average being 48 degrees and the summer average being 81 degrees. The annual rainfall is 52 inches.
Forest industries are poultry, lumber, electronic defense components, and automobile supplies.
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The Scott County School District believes that all children can learn, if given an opportunity, in an atmosphere conducive to learning, provided the proper assistance is given under the direction of well-trained and well-equipped, caring professionals. We believe that it is the responsibility of educators to meet the needs of every student to the greatest degree possible.
Because we believe that all children can learn, we envision that the use of technology will enhance the learning experience of each child. Using technology is a basic skill that will help students become life-long learners capable of critical thinking and problem solving. Life-long learners will have access to a technology rich environment, which will allow them to develop their maximum potential for leading productive and fulfilling lives in a complex and changing society.