Forest Street Community School
651 Forest Street, Orange, NJ 07050
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Welcome to Forest Street Community School
Dr. Yancisca Loften-Cooke, PrincipalCookeyan@orange.k12.nj.usClick to view Principal's Message
Mrs. Nyree Delgado, Assistant PrincipalDelgadny@orange.k12.nj.usMrs. Renee Willis, Administrative Secretarywillisre@orange.k12.nj..us
Tel: 973-677-4120Fax: 973-676-5387******************************School Hours8:15am - 8:30am Breakfast8:30am - 3:20pm on full days8:30am - 12:30pm on half daysStaff Only Daily COVID SurveyComplete Daily by 8:15AMMasks are required by all students, staff, and visitorsAccess to the Genesis Parent Portal is Mandatory
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***Important Please Read***Letter from the Superintendent of Schools Re:Return to In-Person Instruction January 13, 2022Letter from the Superintendent of Schools Re: Return to In-Person Instruction (Spanish)Letter from the Superintendent of Schools Re: Return to In-Person Instruction (Creole)*************************************************Should you have any questions about returning to school 2021-2022SY, you are encouraged tosend an email to reopeningofschools@orange.k12.nj.us."Providing a safe environment to educate the mind, motivate the body, cultivate the spirit, and teach with the heart."
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Letter from the Superintendent of Schools Re: The Return to In-Person Instruction on January 13, 2022
Superintendent Dr. Fitzhugh commends staff for a stellar two weeks of virtual learning and provides a letter to the school community about our return to in-person instruction that will take place on January 18, 2022.
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Common Sense Media For Parents
Common Sense is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families to thrive in the 21st century.
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Letter from the Superintendent of Schools Re: Letter to Employers for virtual instruction
Please be advised to ensure the continued health and safety of staff and students, the Orange Public School District have put together a staggered return to in-person learning
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Letter from the Superintendent of Schools Re: From Holiday Break to Return to In-Person Instruction
As we remain immersed in a pandemic, our teachers are prepared to educate students in any scenario. Therefore, following the holiday break, students will return for in-person instruction on January 18, 2022. However, synchronous instruction will commence daily from January 3 through January 14.
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Important Message from the Superintendent of Schools Regarding Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 - December 2021
We have been informed that students/staff at the following schools have tested positive or been directly exposed to COVID-19 and are required to quarantine.
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Student Parent Handbook 2021-2022
Prior to the beginning of a new school year, parents often ask for advice in helping their children get off to a good start in school. Virtual and in-person learning has
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Parents Guide to Google Classroom
Google Classroom is a web-based learning environment. When logged into Google Classroom, students can collaborate with their peers and teachers. Google Classroom offers a digital safe space for students to view class announcements, access posted course content, view posted assignments, and turn in completed work.
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Genesis Parent Portal
Genesis enables students and parents/guardians to view student information. The Genesis Parent Access portal provides parents/guardians with a safe and secure way to view their child's information... Learn More
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Go Guardian COPPA Notice
Go Guardian and Pear Deck COPPA Disclosure & Consent Form Regarding Personal Student Information
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The Orange Township District Mobile App is ready to Launch
The new Orange Public Schools mobile app for both Apple and Android devices is ready for launch! We invite you to stay connected while you're on the go with this FREE mobile app that will bring you the latest news and information about our schools.
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Experiencing issues with your chromebook?
Try the following tips and suggestions to speed up your chromebook. Learn how to clear your cookies and cache to access the most up-to-date webpages for iRead and iReady!
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Forest Welcome Back Letter 2021-2022SY
We are excited for the start of the 2021-2022SY at Forest Street Community School! Students report to school beginning Tuesday, September 7, 2021...
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2021-2022 Classroom Supply List
Be prepared for the first day. The 2021-2022 School Supply Lists are now available. Thank you for supporting your child's class by purchasing these much needed supplies.
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Stay germ free by washing your hands
Handwashing is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your family from getting sick. You can help yourself and your loved ones stay healthy by washing your hands often
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Internet Safety Parent Resources
Help us keep our children safe while learning online. A healthy tech diet balances three things: what kids do, how much time they spend doing it, and whether the sites they choose are age-appropriate.
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***IMPORTANT PLEASE READ***
Essex County Mobile Vaccine Event
January 29, 2022 & February 19, 2022
Click Here for the Registration Form
Letter to the School Community Regarding Student Vaccination Cards
January Monthly Activities Calendar
February Monthly Activities Calendar
January 2022 Lunch/Breakfast Calendars
February 2022 Lunch/Breakfast Calendars
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2021-2022 Forest Pandemic Team
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Video List Multicultural Celebration 2021
Forest Street celebrates Multicultural Day to celebrate our diverse community of students and their families.
Author:Length:Video List Black History Month "Our Voices Matter
For Black History Month, Forest Street Community School prepared two videos, "Our Voices Matter" and "Art Inspired by Romare Bearden," honoring influential African Americans.
Author:Length:Video List PreK Annual Tree Trimming
PreK students made ornaments to decorate the Forest Christmas Tree.
Author:Length:Video List World Day of Bullying Prevention #blueup
Students participated in Spirit Friday by wearing blue shirts to celebrate "World Day of Bullying."
Author:Length:Video List We are Ready - Phase II
Forest staff are ready and prepared for Phase II of the OPS Re-opening Plan. Phase II begins Monday, October 5th.
Author:Length:Video List Spirit Friday- 9/25
Students and staff shared their virtual learning spaces to kick off the school year!
Author:Length:Video List Grandparents Day Tribute 2020
Celebrating our amazing Grandparents and the role they play in nurturing our students. We thank you!
Author:Length:Video List Multicultural Day Virtual Celebration
Students celebrate Multicultural Day in a virtual presentation.
Author:Length:Video List Forest Virtual Love Project
Forest staff say I miss you to students.
Author:Length:Video List Thank You Essential Workers
Students say thank you to essential workers for their hard work and bravery.
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Forest Student Handbook
Prior to the beginning of a new school year, parents often ask for advice in helping their children get off to a good start in school...
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Code of Student Conduct
All students, staff, and parents of the district must fully understand the expectations for student behavior while in attendance in our schools...
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OSD HIB Policy & Anti Bullying Bill of Rights Act
Forest Street School has made progress in addressing and improving harassment intimidation and bullying and school climate by...
