Hello!  My name is Mr. Allers, and I love being a part of the Learning Community here at Forest Grove Elementary!  I am passionate, direct, and here to make sure your child succeeds and is given a fair shot.  I am a Native New Yorker, and have grown up in New Jersey and mostly the Charlottesville Area.  I have taught in Orange Co. Schools here in Virginia, as well as Petersburg City Schools.  Before my career in education, I come from a varied background of the Restaurant Business, Banking, and the rough and tumble world of Politics.  I am a diehard Yankee fan, Movie and History Buff, Artist, and Writer. I'm also a proud husband and father. I am so glad to be here, and very excited to have your child in my class! It's going to be an amazing year.