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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August 28, 2026
Forest family, We are excited to welcome our Forest Grandparents for a special morning celebrating family, memories, and the stories that connect generations! September 10, 20269:00 AM–11:00 AMFore...
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...
August 26, 2026
Forest family, We are excited to welcome our Forest Grandparents for a special morning celebrating family, memories, and the stories that connect generations! September 10, 20269:00 AM–11:00 AMFore...
August 21, 2026
Good day,Please see the information below regarding Turtle Back Zoo and a LIFT Grant Early Literacy Initiative being held in Central Playground in Orange:I. Turtle Back ZooEssex County Joseph N. Di...
August 21, 2026
Good Day Orange Public Schools Families and Students! Please review the District Uniform Color Guide available below, and on our website & social media pages. Thank you for helping us maintain ...
August 21, 2026
Welcome back to Forest Street/Annex Community School! Our families are invited to an exciting new school year with important dates, routines, uniforms, technology expectations, communication update...
August 19, 2026
Forest family, We’re excited to announce our Next Generation VILS Tablet Distribution for students in 4th–7th Grade Students.Saturday, September 12th12:00 PM–3:00 PMForest Main Playground* Importan...
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.
