April 14, 2026
STEM in action! 🚀
Forest Street Community School students had the opportunity to participate in NJIT’s annual eSTEM Challenge, giving our scholars a powerful opportunity to grow as young innovators, problem-solvers,...
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.

Inclusivity
We prioritize inclusivity by actively promoting a welcoming and supportive environment where every student feels valued and empowered.
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April 14, 2026
Forest Street Community School students had the opportunity to participate in NJIT’s annual eSTEM Challenge, giving our scholars a powerful opportunity to grow as young innovators, problem-solvers,...
April 2, 2026
Thank you to our amazing paraprofessionals- Ms. Cruz, Ms. Battle, Ms. Lyons and Ms. McNair for all you do each and every day!
April 2, 2026
The Forest Street School Family cordially invites you or a representative from your organization to participate in our annual Career Day program which will be held on Friday, April 24, 2026! Career...
April 2, 2026
The Superintendent's April 2nd Weekly Update is now available: Read It Now! Stay informed about the latest updates and achievements in our district!
March 31, 2026
The scholars at Forest Annex welcomed a very special guest in celebration of Women’s History Month! Dr. Deni Ramirez Macias was brought to life by Orange’s very own Dallis Whitley. Thank you, Ms. W...
March 31, 2026
A huge thank you to our amazing Forest Celebrity Readers who came out to share incredible stories with our young scholars at the Annex! Your time, energy, and enthusiasm truly made this experience ...
March 31, 2026
Forest Kindergarten–2nd graders are invited to join us for Pages & Pajamas at the Annex!Students, along with an adult reader, are encouraged to come dressed in their pajamas, bring a book and t...
March 30, 2026
📣 Cheer Interest Meeting! 📣Cheer interest meeting, the Lady Bengals are building a positive, structured, and empowering cheer program for the youth in our community! 💙📣Join us for our Cheer Interes...

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.