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 15, 2026
Good Afternoon Forest Families,Next week, we are celebrating Safe Schools Week and Digital Citizenship Week! Students at Forest Main and Forest Annex will be reminded of the importance of making sa...
October 14, 2026
LITERACY CHARACTER DAY!Our K–2nd grade students are invited to dress up as their favorite character from a children's book! Whether it's Pete the Cat, Llama Llama, a superhero, or another beloved s...
October 9, 2026
OCTOBER 9, 2026 | THE ORANGE PUBLIC SCHOOLS Good Day Orange Township Public School District Community, I hope this communication finds you well and in good health and spirits. It has certainly been...
October 5, 2026
Forest School held its annual Safe Routes to School Walk this morning! Our Forest Scholars were prepared and excited after participating in informative Safe Routes assemblies last week.A special th...
October 4, 2026
Forest Street/Annex Community School families, Join us for our Walk to School Day!-Tomorrow, Monday, October 5, 2026-8:00 AM-Metcalf Park – Valley Street EntranceCome out and walk to school with yo...
October 2, 2026
OCTOBER 2, 2026 | THE ORANGE PUBLIC SCHOOLS Good Day Orange Township Public School District Community, I hope this communication finds you well and in good health and spirits. It has certainly been...
October 1, 2026
Mark your calendars for our Annual Father & Son Fun Day on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Orange High School Gym! Join us for a day filled with fun, connection, and mem...
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.
