Forest Street Community School
Dr. Yancisca Cooke, Ed.D., Principal l 651 Forest Street, Orange, NJ 07050
Cultivating Future Leaders
Our vision is to produce lifelong learners and leaders by providing a safe, nurturing environment that educates the mind, motivates the body, cultivates the spirit, and teaches with the heart. Through the collaboration of dedicated staff, families, and the community, we are committed to inspiring students to achieve with integrity, confidence, and compassion. We strive to nurture a generation of global leaders who embrace challenges, pursue excellence, and exceed their own expectations. At Forest Street School, we don’t just prepare students for the future—we empower them to lead it.
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October 28, 2026
ATTN: We've Updated Our District Contact Email!The Orange Public Schools new general contact email address is info@orange.k12.nj.us.Our former email, reopeningofschools@orange.k12.nj.us, has been ...
October 28, 2026
The Orange Public Schools District will be closed November 5-6 for the NJEA Convention. Families, please note that we will be closed for staff and students on Thursday, November 5th, and Friday, No...
October 28, 2026
Please see the November 2026 Lunch Menus attached for review, or viewable online here: https://www.fdmealplanner.com/#ORANGENJ
October 27, 2026
Forest Family,Join us during Parent/Teacher Conferences at Forest Street/Annex Community School and take advantage of a FREE flu shot provided by the Essex County Mobile Health Clinic in partnershi...
October 27, 2026
Please join us for tonight's Bilingual Parent Advisory Council Meeting that will take place at 6:00PM, at Lincoln Avenue School. Come out and join us to share YOUR voice!
October 27, 2026
The Visual & Performing Arts Department presents "Minds That Inspire", a teacher art exhibition featuring the creative works of Orange Public Schools' own visual arts educators. Join us this Th...
October 26, 2026
Join us at the Main as we reinforce the foundations for healthy decision-making, resilience, and personal responsibility to celebrate Red Ribbon Week!Make a Difference. Be a Hero. Stay Drug Free.
October 23, 2026
Good Afternoon Families,Our Tech Team is proud to share its first student-created video, highlighting the importance of connecting school iPads to home Wi‑Fi. Regular Wi‑Fi connections help ensure ...
Prospective Families
With a commitment to personalized learning, academic excellence, and a nurturing community, we offer an environment where every student can thrive. Explore our innovative programs, meet our dedicated teachers, and see firsthand how we exceed state standards.
Current Families
We maintain constant communication with our students' families to ensure their children have access to an exceptional education at our institution. We offer a wealth of online resources to support current families and their child’s educational journey.
