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Welcome families and students of the Orange Public Schools!
Office of Guidance
Orange Public Schools
From the desk of the Felecia Ware, Supervisor of Guidance
The Office of Guidance is committed to supporting the scholars and families of Orange Public Schools. Our team is made up of school-based counselors and social workers serving students from early childhood through grade 12.
We strive to support, empower, and enhance the academic development, personal growth, social-emotional wellness, and college and career development of all students across the district. helping them work toward their post-secondary goals.
We achieve this through a comprehensive, inclusive, and student-centered program designed to create a positive, safe, and supportive environment. Our aim is to eliminate barriers, provide meaningful opportunities, and offer the resources needed to enrich every student’s learning experience.
We work collaboratively with students, families, school staff, school and district administrators, as well as community partners to help students build the skills, knowledge, and character necessary for success in school and beyond.
Guidance and counseling services are available to every student throughout their school experience.
Felecia Williams Ware
Supervisor of Guidance
973-677-4000 ext. 50106
We are committed to creating safe spaces where every student feels valued, understood, and empowered to heal, grow, and achieve.
Vision Statement
The vision of the Orange Public Schools Counseling Department is to foster a supportive, inclusive, and trauma-informed school community that recognizes and responds to the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). We are committed to creating safe spaces where every student feels valued, understood, and empowered to heal, grow, and achieve. Through resilience-based practices, academic support, and social-emotional learning, we prepare students to reach their fullest potential and contribute meaningfully to their communities.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to foster the academic, social-emotional, and personal growth of all students through a collaborative, student-centered approach. School counselors and school social workers work in partnership with the school community to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where every student can thrive.
Together, we are committed to empowering students, strengthening families, and building resilient through compassion, advocacy, and proactive support throughout the Orange Public School District.