2023-2024 Courses Taught:

1st period: AP Literature

2nd period: AP Literature

3rd period: Planning

4th period: Honors English 11

5th period: Honors English 11

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 also taught in the English Department for 18 years, but she recently transitioned to the PHS Media Specialist. We have two daughters who are going through the Autauga County system. I love that PHS provides 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