2023-2024 Courses Taught:

1st period: English 11

2nd period: AP Literature

3rd period: AP Literature

4th period: English 11

5th period: planning

6th period: English 11

7th period: AP Literature

Bachelor's degree in secondary education from The University of Alabama

Master's degree in secondary education from The University of West Alabama

Dacula High School in Gwinnett County Georgia 2004-2005

Prattville High School 2005-present

ETS College Board AP reader. I have been scoring the AP Literature and Composition exam since 2017 and the AP Seminar exam since 2022. I travel to Salt Lake City each summer to score and collaborate with other AP teachers from around the world. 

I am a presenter for the A+ College Ready program which works to increase access and success in Advanced Placement courses for underserved students across the state. I travel to schools and work with teachers and students during AP Saturday Study Sessions.

I have been teaching at Prattville High School since 2005. My wife is also a teacher in the English Department, and we have two daughters that are coming through the Autauga County system. I love that PHS has provided me with an opportunity to share my passion for literature with my students. Getting the chance to help students discover a love of reading is one of the most important aspects of my job. 

When I'm not cheering on my daughters at one of their many activities, I spend a lot of my time running, reading, listening to music, and binging TV shows. I'm also a huge Alabama fan! I spent my years at The Capstone playing in the drumline of the Million Dollar Band, so I do love to still play drums when I get a chance.

Please do not hesitate to contact me for any reason. Communication is integral to a successful education. My e-mail is tom.forrester@acboe.net