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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September 18, 2026
Orange Public School District Announces High-Performing NJQSAC Results, Marking Third Consecutive Evaluation With 80% Or Higher In All Five Areas Orange, New Jersey — September 17, 2026 — The Orang...
September 15, 2026
Dear Grade 3 Families,Please review the attached letter regarding the Amira Reading Assessment, which will be administered September 22nd – 23rd. This brief literacy screening helps us monitor stud...
September 15, 2026
Dear Forest Street Families,Please review the attached letter regarding our upcoming Acadience Reading Assessment for students in Kindergarten through Grade 3, scheduled for September 21st – 25th. ...
September 11, 2026
SEPTEMBER 11, 2026 | THE ORANGE PUBLIC SCHOOLS Good Day Orange Township Public School District Community, I hope this communication finds you well. Additionally, I am hopeful each o...
September 10, 2026
Discover What's Happening Across Orange Public Schools:During the September Board of Education meeting, Dr. Fitzhugh II shared his monthly Superintendent's Report, highlighting updates on district ...
September 10, 2026
Lunch Applications Are Now Open!APPLY HERE: https://www.myschoolapps.com/
September 3, 2026
Good Day Orange Township Public School District Community,Tomorrow we are reopening the Orange School District. As a reminder, Friday, September 4, 2026, is a half day of school for staff and stude...
August 26, 2026
We are so excited to welcome our Forest Main and Forest Annex Scholars to the 2026–27 school year!First Day of School: Friday, September 4thSchool Hours: 8:30 AM–3:00 PMDoors Open: 7:30 AMFIRST DAY...
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.
