The Forum School was established in 1954 to meet the needs of the seriously developmentally disabled child. A group of parents, aided by professional people, initiated the program.

Four children, ranging in age from four to seven years, pioneered this first class. As the school became known, more and more families applied for services. Student enrollment grew, as did the staff. The school occupied a number of different sites until the current quarters were completed in 1970.

The population has continued to expand, necessitating several additions and renovations to accommodate ever-increasing requests for service.

From the beginning, The Forum School's very existence has depended on the commitment and dedication of interested people in the community whose fundraising efforts resulted in the creation of The Forum School Foundation in 1963.

While tuitions supply revenues for the basic day-to-day operation of The Forum School, the Foundation has underwritten capital improvements and special projects that enrich our programming.