Engage Community Classes Return This Fall!
Engage Community Classes are back—and this season’s lineup has something for everyone!
Save the Date: Shane & Shane Christmas Concert at The OC
Shane & Shane will return on December 20, 2025 for a Christmas live concert as part of our December to Remember series presented by Texas Health.
OC Students Shine at Texas Health Hospital Forney Kickoff
The OC held the kickoff event for the new Texas Health Hospital Forney, and our students played a central role in making the day memorable.
Rec Sports Are Back for Fall 2025!
Get ready to serve, spike and put your game on—Recreational Sports presented by the Engage Office are back!
Back-to-School: A High-Flying Start for Forney ISD
The 2025–2026 school year is officially off the runway—and Forney ISD came together to kick it off in true high-flying fashion!
Play in the 2025–2026 School Year with Leadership
District leaders gathered for the Beginning of Year Leadership: a week of updates and professional learning.
New Facility Reservation System Now Live
The OC has launched a new and improved way to request facility rentals — IIQ Events!
Escape the Ordinary with Novus
Known for immersive, story-driven challenges, Novus is bringing six fully themed escape rooms to Forney.
Redefining Learning Together
The Focast Learning Conference brought together educators from across the region for two weeks of professional development.
A Stage for Success: The OC Celebrates Classes of 2025
Graduation season reached new heights at The OC as the arena hosted multiple graduation ceremonies.
Creativity. Purpose. Recognition.
A classroom PSA project gained global recognition as student Jose Novas makes a powerful impact.
What’s New at The OC
Fresh experiences, food, and fun are underway at The OC as a new wave of businesses open their doors.
Epic Summer Adventures at Code Ninjas Camps
Looking for the ultimate summer adventure for your tech-loving kid? Code Ninjas Forney ISD has the right fit for you!
Student Job Fair at The OC on May 2
Forney ISD invites local businesses to register for the 4th Annual Jr/Sr Job Fair on May 2, 2025.
New Businesses Arriving at The OC
Exciting changes are coming to The OC as several new businesses prepare to open their doors.
Royal for A Day at The OC
It’s time to register for Royal for A Day at The OC’s Beauty Bar!
Spring ‘25 Engage Community Classes
Engage community classes are open for the Spring semester. Register now to reserve your spot.
The Ultimate Holiday Showdown - December, 7 at the OC
December is here and so is a full calendar of activities at The Opportunity Central (The OC). Looking for things for the whole family to do this Saturday? Check out the December to Remember events at The OC, presented by Texas Health.
Empowering the Future: How The OC is Inspiring Students Through Real-World Learning Opportunities
At The OC in Forney, Texas, we believe that education is more than just books and classrooms—it's about preparing students for the real world. That's why we are thrilled to have our students from Forney High School and North Forney High School featured on the TODAY show, highlighting the innovative ways we're teaching life skills through on-the-job training.
Utilizing the Versatile Spaces at The Opportunity Central (The OC)
This year, Forney ISD kicked off the school year with a series of impactful events at The Opportunity Central (The OC). From the district-wide Convocation in the Arena to new coaches' training in state-of-the-art classrooms, The OC's versatile spaces, including the elegant banquet hall and dynamic classrooms, proved perfect for our back-to-school rally and more. Discover how The OC is transforming the way we engage, train, and inspire our community.