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

Latest District News and Information

STAFF ONLY - Daily COVID-19 Employee Survey Form Link

Beginning April 12, as staff return to the district, a daily questionnaire in Google must be completed by 8:30 AM, at all district locations, by staff members reporting to the building. The information collected from the form will be maintained as confidential.

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Invitational Games

The 2022 MLK Invitational Games at the Jesse Miles Gymnasium at Orange High School on Monday, January 17, 2022, are livestreamed on the OHS Athletics YouTube page https://www.orange.k12.nj.us/Page/24971 but closed to the public due to COVID restrictions.

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Bilingual/ESL Parent Advisory Committee Meeting

The Bilingual/ESL Parent Advisory Committee will host a parent meeting on Wednesday, January 19, 2022, at 6:00 PM, with English, Spanish and Haitian Creole presentations.

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Letter from the Superintendent of Schools Re: The Return to In-Person Instruction on January 18, 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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Orange Public Schools' Plan for Safe Return to In-Person Instruction and Continuity of Service - January 11, 2022

Over the past year, we have made the health of our students and school staff a top priority and have updated the Safe Reopening Plan as mandated by the NJDOE and Governor's Office as it must be revised every six months.

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Grades 9 - 12 Students are Invited to "Create Your Dream Neighborhood"

In collaboration with HANDS Inc., Orange Preparatory Academy invites Grades 9 - 12 students to participate in a virtual teen forum to share ideas on their ideal neighborhood on Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at 3:30 PM.

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Applications Now Being Accepted for the Gifted and Talented Program at Scholars Academy for the 2022-2023 School Year

Applications for the Orange Public School District's Gifted Education Program are currently being accepted for the 2022-2023 school year for students currently enrolled in K-7th grade. Applications will be available from Thursday, January 6, 2022-February 11, 2022.

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No-Cost Covid Testing for All New Jersey Residents

New Jersey and Vault Medical Services have teamed up to offer at-home COVID-19 saliva testing for any person who believes they need to be tested, with or without symptoms, at no cost.

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Teachers Interested in Grant Program to Teach STEM in Nonpublic Schools in the 2022-23 School Year Survey

The State has established a grant program that provides additional remuneration for public school teachers to teach Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) classes in nonpublic schools during hours mutually agreed upon by the teacher, district, and nonpublic school.

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To Whom It May Concern, Letter Regarding Virtual Learning for Students from the Superintendent of Schools

Please be advised that the Orange Public School District has put together a staggered return to in-person learning to ensure the health and safety of staff and students.

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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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January 2022 Breakfast and Lunch Menus for Orange Elementary and Orange High Schools

Families can view and download a copy of the January breakfast and lunch menus here. In addition, hard copies of the menus are available at each elementary school.

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District-Wide Winter Concerts and "Puffs" to Air on Channel 36

The District Winter Concerts will air in a continuous loop on Channel 36 on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. and the performance of "Puffs" from 1:00 - 7:00 PM. Also, families can view the Winter Concerts on the Visual and Performing Arts webpage.

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Important Message from the Superintendent of Schools Regarding Current Confirmed Cases of COVID-19

Students/staff at several district schools have tested positive or have been directly exposed to COVID-19 and must quarantine. Any persons deemed to have been in close contact with the staff/student will be contacted by the Orange Health Department or the District.

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Important Message from the Superintendent of Schools Regarding Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 - December 14, 2021

Students/staff at three district schools have tested positive or have been directly exposed to COVID-19 and must quarantine. Any persons deemed to have been in close contact with the staff/student will be contacted by the Orange Health Department or the District.

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