Dr. Fitzhugh's NJQSAC Announcement
"We Did It TEAM!"
This is how we are MOVING FROM "GOOD TO GREAT"

I am pleased to announce that the Orange Public School District obtained a score of 83% in Curriculum and Instruction on the New Jersey Quality Single Accountability Continuum (NJQSAC) report for the school year 2019-2020. NJQSAC is the Department of Education's monitoring and district self-evaluation system for public school districts. In SY 2018-2019 and as reported to the Board of Education earlier in SY 19-20, our score in Curriculum and Instruction was 74%. Throughout the school year, the Curriculum Directors, Supervisors, teachers, and I embarked on a revision process of all district curriculums. In that particular area of the report, we received a perfect score of 40 out of 40. Per the New Jersey Department of Education, the district has satisfied at least 80% of the weighted indicators in each of the five areas of the NJQSAC review process (Instruction and Programs, Operations, Personnel, Governance, and Fiscal) and has been designated as "high performing. The Commissioner will recommend to the State Board of Education that the Orange Township Public School District be certified as providing a thorough and efficient system of education for three years or until the next NJQSAC review. Congratulations on this accomplishment.

Gerald Fitzhugh, II, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools

Board of Education Letter of Commendation

Special Announcement from the Superintendent of Schools:

Orange School District Families,

Should you have any questions about returning to school, you are encouraged to send an email to reopeningofschools@orange.k12.nj.us. You will receive an email response within 24 hours. Thank you for your continued support of the Orange Township Public School District.

Gerald Fitzhugh, II, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools

Orange Public School Goes "Broadway"

Hello Orange Family,

During the week of October 26-30, staff members are encouraged to wear a costume, shirt, and/or accessories representing your favorite Broadway production.

(All costumes must be PG-13)

Staff who are assigned the Monday-Tuesday schedule, you may participate on Monday, October 26th.

Staff who are assigned the Thursday-Friday schedule, you may participate on Friday, October 30th.

For those assigned four days per week including the administration building, you may participate on both days!

Latest District News and Information

The Orange Board of Education (OBOE) Renegotiated the Superintendent Contract for a 5-Year Term Ending on June 30, 2025.

Superintendent Dr. Fitzhugh looks forward to continuing this work with all stakeholders and thanks for OBOE for their unwavering support and alignment to moving the district from "Good to Great."

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The Orange Board of Education Unanimously Approved the Renaming of 123 Cleveland Street to the John Robert Lewis Early Childhood Center at the October 13 Board Meeting

The Orange Public School District is excited about the naming of the new Early Childhood Center after such an influential leader in American history.

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Cleveland Street School Presents "The Cleveland Morning Show"

Cleveland Street School at Our Lady of the Valley presents "The Cleveland Morning Show," a weekly news program featuring student anchors providing informative and entertaining messages for the school community. Visit the school's web page to view the current episode.

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Orange High School Athletic Department Announcement (in English, en Español, ak Kreyòl Ayisyen)

For the October 9 game vs. West Side, student-athletes families will be permitted to attend home athletic events. Attendance by visiting team spectators will continue to be restricted. Orange High School Athletics will live-stream Bell Stadium football games on the Orange Public School’s Facebook page.

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Important Message from the Superintendent of Schools Regarding a Confirmed Case of COVID-19 (in English, en Español, ak Kreyòl Ayisyen)

I recognize sharing information with all our staff and families is very important, and I will continue to do so, to the extent I am legally allowed. Please continue to stay safe during this time, and remember, we are in this together.

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Forest Street Community School - Phase II, Gettin' Ready

Forest Street Community School created an entertaining video illustrating their readiness for the Orange Public Schools - Reopening Guidelines, Plan B-Phase 2: Remote Synchronous, October 5-November 25. Teachers are onsite 2 days per week providing virtual instruction; support staff (guidance, CST, social workers, attendance officers), nurses, TC's, and secretaries are onsite 4 days.

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Rutgers University Division of Continuing Studies - Fall Reading Skills Programs

The "Fall Reading Skills Programs," offered online by Rutgers University Division of Continuing Studies, will help your child succeed in school this year. There are many convenient and flexible schedules, including after-school and weekend options available. Secure your child's spot today!

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Orange High School Honors Sept. 11 Victims

Orange High School's Remembrance Walk/Run Fundraiser at Bell Stadium on September 11 was highlighted in a recent article in the Record Transcript and shared on essexnewsdaily.com.

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Heywood Avenue School Production Presents a Back to School Exclusive - Heywood Slide

Heywood Avenue School created an entertaining back to school video set to catchy remote instruction lyrics that will make you smile.

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Orange High School Athletic Announcement (in English, en Español, ak Kreyòl Ayisyen)

OHS is ready to begin athletic competition on October 1 for soccer and October 3 for football. While we are excited for our student-athletes to play, there are still many issues and uncertainties surrounding our children, coaches, and staff's health, safety, and security. Therefore, spectators will not be able to attend the games.

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Grandparents Day Tribute at Forest Street Community School

The Forest Street Community School paid homage to Grandparents on September 18. In the Orange Township Public School District and within our community, grandparents play an integral role in children's development. Thank you to all of our grandparents at Forest Street Community School and throughout our school district.

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A Message from the Superintendent of Schools: Congratulations to Dr. Jacquelyn Blanton on her Successful Doctoral Defense

Earlier today (September 20), Principal Blanton of the Orange Early Childhood Center successfully defended her dissertation. Please join me in congratulating Dr. Blanton.

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Park Avenue School at Eagle Rock Reservation and 911 Tribute

Under the direction of Principal Dr. Myron Hackett, Park Avenue staff presents a video capturing facets of balance during the pandemic and honoring those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. Thank you, Team Park Avenue, for sharing this short film with us.

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National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs - NJ Household Information Survey

The Orange Township Public Schools will continue to participate in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs called the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for the 2020-2021 School Year. Ensure that your child(ren)’s school receives the applicable benefits by completing your Household Information Survey online.

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Welcome Back Letter From the Superintendent of Schools

We are about to begin a great school year filled with hope, vision, and excitement. This school year, as you know, will begin quite differently. Through remote means, we will continue to embrace the students as if they were in front of us in our respective buildings.

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