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Orange Board of Education Announces the Selection of Dr. Gerald Fitzhugh, II as Superintendent of Schools
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Orange Week
The Healthy Orange Coalition announces Orange Week 2019, June 3 - June 9 and, due to increased demand, extending through June 29. Orange Week 2019 celebrates community pride and highlights neighborhood activities, businesses, and nonprofits that operate in Orange, NJ. . . More Click here for Orange Week calendar. For updates about Orange Week 2019, follow:
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2018-2019 Calendar Revision - Memorandum
Please click here for the memorandum. Click here for the revised district calendar.
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Job Fair
Interested applicants must register to attend the event at www.applitrack.com/orangenj/OnlineApp/. |
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Superintendent Search Survey
Click here for the survey in English. Click here for the survey in Spanish. Click here for the survey in Haitian Creole. |
Applications for the STEM Innovation Academy of the Oranges for the 2019-2020 School Year are Now Available!
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Orange Adult School
Click here for the course catalog (displayed in English, Spanish, and Creole). Also, visit the Orange Community Schools Adult School website for registration information and course updates at http://orangeadultschoolnj.org/. |
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Future Ready Schools
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Superintendent Search - Staff and Community Input Sessions Wednesday, February 6, 2019
Also, please click here to participate in a survey to help develop the selection criteria, interview questions, and candidate reviews for the new superintendent of schools. |
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Park Avenue School Seeking Community’s Votes as Part of $200,000 National Education Contest Schools Receiving Most People’s Choice Votes Will Win $8,000 Each  (Orange, NJ) – Park Avenue School has entered a $200,000 national education contest hoping for a chance at one of the 13 prizes that will be awarded to recognize the most unique and inventive K-12 program. In addition to completing an online application for the annual Follett Challenge, Park Avenue also submitted a short video to promote its program that teaches students the 21st century skills they need to be prepared for life. . . More |
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Forest Street Elementary School Selected as a National ESEA Distinguished School for 2018 A local elementary school, nominated by the NJDOE for outstanding achievement, has been selected as a nation-wide winner and named a National ESEA Distinguished School for 2018.
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Orange Page Turners 2018-2019 Reading Challenge
 The Orange Page Turners 2018-2019 Reading Challenge has begun. From Thanksgiving Day through May Day, students, staff and the entire Orange community are invited to join the English Language Arts Department in this annual reading challenge to read two million pages. |
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The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940
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First Annual District Parent Conference
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FilmBoot24 Red Carpet Event
Click here for the FilmBoot24 Red Carpet Event flyer.
Revised 2018-2019 District Calendar
At the request of Orange Education Association (OEA), March 13, 2019, was changed from a 2:30 p.m. dismissal to a 12:30 p.m. dismissal for students. |
Teen Summit 2018
PARCC 2018 Results
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Week of Respect, October 1 - 5, 2018
Click here for a list of activities. |
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Million Fathers March
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Welcome back students to the 2018-2019 school year. Please visit your school websites for supply lists and other information. Parents and guardians are asked to return all required documents to school by the requested dates.
Have a great school year!
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Superintendent's Forum Presentation Orange Public Schools, Where We Do Great Things Interim Superintendent of Schools Ronald C. Lee presented district goals, objectives, and achievements for the 2017-2018 school year, including staff recognition and awards at the Superintendent's Forum on September 4.
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2018-2019 Superintendent's ForumAll Orange Public School District staff members are to attend the annual Superintendent's Forum on Tuesday, September 4, 2018, 8:15 a.m., at Orange Preparatory Academy auditorium, 400 Central Avenue. |
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THE CITY OF ORANGE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION ELECTION NOVEMBER 6, 2018
The petitions are now available in the Office of the Orange Board Business Administrator/Board Secretary between the hours of 8:30 A.M. through 4:00 P.M, at 451 Lincoln Avenue in Orange. The filing deadline for petitions is July 30, 2018, by 4:00 P.M. at the Office of the Essex County Clerk, 465 Martin Luther King Blvd, Newark, Room 246. Please click here for the Board Election Notice. Please click here for the Nominating Petition for School Election. |
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Orange Township Public Schools
Preschool Registration: July 17-19 and July 24-26, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., at Orange Early Childhood Center, 397 Park Avenue. |
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Summer 2018 "Road to Reading Royalty" Challenge
Click here for the "Road to Reading Royalty" flyer. Click here to visit the ELA webpage for details. |
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SUMMER CAMPS 2018
Click here for a complete course catalog and an application. The registration deadine has been extended, apply today to the office of Curriculum and Instruction. Click here for STEM Summer Camp offerings. |
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Education Job Fair
Click here for Education Job Fair flyer. Click here to visit the Human Resources Employment Opportunities webpage.
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NJ Student Learning Assessment for Science
Click here for more information. Click here for student/staff resource. |
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Preschool Citywide Registration Day
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City of Orange Township Free Summer Food Program
 During the summer, the City of Orange Township will serve free breakfast and lunch to children 18 years old and under, (no ID required) or those over 18 who participate in school programs for the disabled. Meals will be distributed at three city parks (Central Playground, Colgate Park or Metcalf Playground) Monday - Friday, June 27 - August 24, 2018
For more information, call 973-266-4082.
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PUBLIC NOTICE Orange Board of Education Public School District The Orange Board of Education has re-scheduled its Public Hearing on the Proposed 2018-2019 District Budget (originally scheduled for Friday, April 27, 2018) to Friday, May 4, 2018 at 6:00 p.m.), at the Lincoln Avenue School, 216 Lincoln Avenue, Orange, New Jersey 07050. The district's 2018-2019 user friendly budget now approved by the NJ Department of Education is posted under the Business Office webpage. |
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Applications for the STEM Innovation Academy of the Oranges for the 2018-2019 School Year are Now Available! The application portal for the STEM Innovation Academy of the Oranges is now open. All Orange Public School students who are in the eighth grade are eligible to apply. The STEM application due date has been moved from March 30 to Monday, April 9, 2018. |
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You're a Good Man Charlie Brown Orange High School and Orange Preparatory Academy students will present the lively stage production, You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, as their annual musical performance. . . More |
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FilmBoot24 FilmBoot24 is a Young Filmmakers Weekend Bootcamp & Film Festival during the weekend of March 23-25, 2018. . . More Click here for flyer for the Red Carpet Event on Sunday, March 25. |
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Preschool Registration Fair On Saturday, March 17, the Orange Early Childhood Center, located at 397 Park Avenue, will hold a Preschool Registration Fair for all children who will be three years old by October 1, 2018. Orange provides free preschool for all residents. The fair till be held from 10 AM until 2 PM with the last sign in at 1PM. If you have any questions, call 973-677-4000 x1920 or 1903. Click here for flyers in English and Spanish. |
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Orange Adult School The Spring 2018 semester of the Orange Adult School will begin on Thursday, March 1, 2018. Classes will be held on Thursdays at Rosa Parks Community School (RPCS) beginning at 6:15 p.m. ESL classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Orange Public Library (9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.) and at 6:15 p.m. at RPCS. Click here for the course catalog (displayed in English, Spanish and Creole). For more information/registration contact (973) 763-9961 ext. 207 or orangeadultschool@gmail.com. Also, visit http://orangeadultschoolnj.org/. |
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Information for Schools and Childcare Providers about Influenza (Flu) From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Educators and staff can help slow the spread of respiratory illnesses like colds, enterovirus D68 and influenza (flu). Click here for information on preventing the flu as well as materials and tools for schools and parents. |
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Orange Board of Education Special Election JANUARY 22 FILING DEADLINE FOR PETITIONS! The residents of Orange voted in the November 2017 election that the Board of Education Members would be elected by the citizens of Orange, and not appointed by the Mayor. Currently there are seven BOE members, however an elected Board requires nine members by State Statute. The City of Orange Board of Education will hold a Special Election on March 13, 2018, for the two additional members. . . More Click here for the Nominating Petition. Click here for Voter Registration Application. Click here for Vote by Mail Ballot Application. ORANGE BOARD OF EDUCATION PUBLIC TOWN HALL MEETING , WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17, 2018, 6:30 P.M. Click here for flyer. COMMUNITY MEETING, HOSTED BY ST. MATTHEW CHURCH ON FEBRUARY 28 AND THE ORANGES AND MAPLEWOOD NAACP ON MARCH 10. Click here for flyer. |
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The Orange Public School District Placed on the College Board’s 8th Annual AP® District Honor Roll for Significant Gains in Student Access and Success
Orange, NJ - The Orange Public School District is one of 447 school districts in the U.S. and Canada being honored by the College Board with placement on the 8th Annual AP® District Honor Roll. . . More
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Orange Page Turners
2017-2018 Reading Challenge
The Orange Page Turners 2017-2018 Reading Challenge will begin on November 23, Thanksgiving Day and continue through May 1, 2018. . . .More
Also, visit the English Language Arts (ELA) Bulletins for Staff and Parents page for additional information including Reading Plus registration.
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The Orange Public School District 2017-2018 Assessment Calendar The Department of Curriculum and Testing has prepared the testing schedule for all required standardized tests and end of year exams for the upcoming school year. Please click here for the 2017-2018 Assessment Calendar Bulletin. |
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The Complete History of America-(Abridged)
Final Performances Rescheduled for Saturday, December 16, 2 PM and 7 PM at Orange Preparatory Academy
Orange, NJ (November 2017) – 600 years of history in 6000 seconds … history will never be the same! The Visual and Performing Arts Department of Orange High School (OHS), in association with Orange Preparatory Academy (OPA), proudly presents The Complete History of America-(Abridged). . . .More
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Orange Page Turners
2017-2018 Reading Challenge
The Orange community is invited to join the English Language Arts Department for the kick-off of the Orange Page Turners 2017-2018 Reading Challenge, on Thursday, November 16 at 6:30 p.m., at the Orange Public Library.
Let's Get It Started! Click here for flyer.
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Teen Summit 2017
November 2, 3, and 4
The 8th Annual Orange Teen Summit, for Orange Public School students in grades 7 – 12, is a much-anticipated event to support and empower teens throughout the district. This year’s event takes place over three days, with the theme “Making Peace – Within Ourselves and With Each Other.” . . . More
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Town Hall Meeting - the State of Education
Interim Superintendent Ronald C. Lee presented the State of Education at a Town Hall Meeting on October 19. His presentation included a district overview, PARCC scores, facilities plans and upgrades and an overview of the STEM Innovation Academy of the Oranges.
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Orange Public Schools - Week of Respect Activities
The Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act (P.L. 2010, c.122) requires that the week beginning with the first Monday in October of each year (October 2-6 in 2017) be designated as the Week of Respect in New Jersey. Click here for Week of Respect activities district wide. |
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Humanitarian Relief for Victims of Hurricane Maria
Interim Superintendent of Schools Ronald C. Lee has announced that each Monday in October will be a dress down day fundraiser for Hurricane Maria relief efforts. He is asking students and staff, on a voluntary basis, to donate at least $1 for students and $5 for staff on each dress down Monday. Mr. Lee also thanked all those who helped the district raise over $3,600 for Hurricanes Harvey and Irma relief efforts and stated that he is hoping that we can join together and raise $20,000 for this worthy humanitarian cause.
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An Important Message from The NJ Department of Education
On behalf of the Office of the Attorney General, the NJ Department of Education has asked the Orange Public School District to share the flyer "Ask Questions, Before Taking Opioids," with our school community.
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PowerPoint Presentation at September 19, 2017 City Council Meeting
Orange Public School District presented an update on Orange High School and Cleveland School Additions and the new Stem Innovation Academy of the Oranges.
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Superintendent's Forum Presentation for the 2017-2018 Opening of Schools
Interim Superintendent of Schools Ronald C. Lee presented district goals, objectives and achievements, for the past school year, including staff recognition and awards at the Superintendent's Forum on September 1.
Click here for the Superintendent's Forum Presentation. |
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The Orange Public School District
Back to School Night Schedule
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Recent Changes to DACA On September 5, 2017, President Trump directed the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to phase out and eventually end Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) over two and half years. . . More |
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Orange Public Schools Recognized as a Common Sense Certified District: Digital Citizenship Common Sense, the national nonprofit organization dedicated to helping kids and families thrive in a world of digital media and technology, has recognized the Orange Public School District as a Common Sense Certified District: Digital Citizenship . . . More |
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Orange Township Public Schools
2017-2018 Summer Student Registration
K-12 Summer Registration: July 5 - August 31, Monday - Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. by appointment only, Central Registration Office, 451 Lincoln Avenue.
Preschool Registration: July 18-20 and July 25-27, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., at Orange Early Childhood Center, 397 Park Avenue.
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District Calendar 2017-2018
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Parent Letter Regarding Netflix Series - "13 Reasons Why"
Dear Parents and Guardians of Orange Students:
A new Netflix series, "13 Reasons Why," debuted on March 31, 2017. It has been trending both nationally and in our school community. The show is comprised of 13 episodes depicting strong and graphic themes of suicide, bullying, . . . More
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The STEM Innovation Academy of the Oranges to Open September 2017
The Orange Public School District is pleased to announce the opening of the STEM Innovation Academy of the Oranges in September 2017. . .More
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Reading Challenge - Update
WOO-HOO! WE DID IT! Orange Township read over one million pages.
Winners of the Orange Page Turners Reading Challenge will be announced at the Literacy Block Party on June 2 at Lincoln Avenue School. Be sure to attend and find out who will be crowned the "Most Well Read."
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Sister Act -- The Musical Debuts at Orange Preparatory AcademyIt’s time to rejoice and join the very talented performers of the Orange Visual and Performing Arts Department, as they get ‘back in the habit’ for a joyous performance of Sister Act -- The Musical. . .More
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FilmBoot24
On Friday, March 17, students from Orange High School (OHS) will visit the campus of Drew University in Madison NJ, to kick-off FilmBoot24, a 24-hour filmmaking boot camp that is being presented by the non-profit organization, Cinema Ed. . . More
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The Orange Board of Education
Special Election - March 15, 2017 Update
The residents of Orange voted in the November 2016 election that the Board of Education( BOE) members would be elected by the citizens of Orange, and not appointed by the Mayor. Currently there are seven BOE members, however, an elected Board requires nine members by State Statute.
The March 14 Special Election, to elect two additional members for the City of Orange Board of Education, has been rescheduled for March 28, 2017. All timing, polling places, voting district assignments and other logistical items are identical to those scheduled for March 14.
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Reading Challenge
The Orange Board of Education is partnering with the City of Orange Township to promote reading and will launch The Orange Page Turners Reading Challenge on Thursday, November 17, 5:00 p.m., at the Orange Public Library. Click here for flyer in English.
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Parental Notification of Standardized Assessment Calendar
The Orange Public School District has established its testing calendar for the 2016-2017 school year.
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Revised 2016-2017 District Calendar
The Orange Public School District's calendar has been revised to reflect a 2:30 p.m. dismissal for students on October 10, 2016.
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Orange Public School District
School Self-Assessment for Determining Grades Under the Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights (ABR)
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Superintendent's Forum Presentation for the 2016-2017 Opening of Schools
Superintendent Ronald C. Lee presented district goals, objectives and achievements, for the past school year, including staff recognition and awards.
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Orange Public Schools Earn Middle States Accreditation PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — The Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools announced today that the Orange Public School District in Orange N.J., earned accreditation, the gold standard for measuring and evaluating school performance. . More
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Orange Board of Education Strategic Plan 2014-2021
The Orange Board of Education has approved the district's Strategic Plan 2014-2021. This document was a collaborative effort between Orange Public Schools administrators, Board of Education members, staff, parents, community members and students.
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New Jersey Health Initiatives Announce $2 Million in Grants
to Ten Community Coalitions Across the State
Four-Year Initiative Will Help Build a Culture of Health in New Jersey
Orange, NJ (July 14, 2015) - New Jersey Health Initiative (NJHI), a statewide grantmaking program of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF), today announced . . . More
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Congratulations to Orange High School for the
District's AP Honor Roll Status
 Orange Township Public School District is one of 547 school districts
in the U.S. and Canada being honored by the College Board . . More
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Reminder to Families from the Central Registration Department Have you changed any of the following information: Address, Apartment number, Contact phone numbers (home, cell, work or emergency contact)? If yes, please contact the Central Registration Department at (973) 677-4000, Ext. 6044 to update your information. |
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Orange Public Schools Required Dress The Orange Township Public School District adheres to a dress code policy. Please click the link below for required dress by grade level and school. |
The Orange Board of Education is pleased to announce that Dr. Gerald Fitzhugh, II has been selected as the new Superintendent of Schools effective July 1, 2019. Dr. Fitzhugh’s selection is the result of a national search conducted with the assistance of the New Jersey School Boards Association that produced over 48 qualified applicants with substantial professional experience. . 
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Interim Superintendent Ronald C. Lee has prepared a memorandum to notify parents/guardians and staff that the district will be closed on Friday, May 24, 2019, and that the Twilight Alternative Program at OHS will have a makeup day on Saturday, May 18, 2019. 
The Orange Public School District Office of Human Resources will hold an Education Job Fair on Saturday, May 18, 2019, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at Rosa Parks Community School, 369 Main Street (Cleveland Street entrance in the gymnasium) Orange, NJ 07050.
Orange High School presents the 1950s musical classic Guys & Dolls on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, April 4, 5, and 6 at 7:00 p.m., with a matinee at 2:00 p.m. on April 6. The musical will be performed on the auditorium stage at the Orange Preparatory Academy, located at 400 Central Avenue in Orange. Tickets are available in advance for $5, and $8 at the door. Tickets can be purchased online at 
The Orange Board of Education is continuing the search process for a new superintendent of schools. The board's search consultant from the New Jersey School Boards Association would like your input to detail the criteria for the district’s new superintendent, including background, training, and experience. Please participate in a survey to help develop the selection standards, interview questions, and candidate reviews for the new educational leader of the Orange Public School District.
The STEM Innovation Academy of the Oranges is now accepting applications for students who will be entering the 9th grade in the 2019-2020 school year. Applications are due Friday, March 22, 2019 (11:59 p.m.). No applications will be accepted after this time.
(Orange, NJ) - The New Jersey Department of Education has selected Forest Street Elementary School as a National ESEA Distinguished School for 2018. Annually, up to 100 schools are nationally recognized under a project that identifies local federally funded ESEA schools that demonstrate a wide array of strengths. . . 
The First Annual District Parent Conference will be held on Saturday, December 1, 2018, at Lincoln Avenue School, from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. There will be an overview of the district's Social Emotional Heath Initiative, student activities, a trailer of the Orange High School play "Musical Comedy Murders of 1940," and the following presentations: ESL Testing/Results, How to Build a Home Library, Social Emotional Health, Home Ownership and Credit Counseling, and Entrepreneurship Classes. 
FilmBoot24 is a 24-hour filmmaking program that kicks off Friday, November 16, at Drew University, continues with film creation, Saturday, November 17, and culminates with film screenings and awards presentation at the Red Carpet Event, on Sunday, November 18, at Orange Preparatory Academy.
The 9th Annual Orange Teen Summit will be held on Friday, November 2, 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. and Saturday, November 3, 9:00 a.m. to 6:40 p.m., at Lincoln Avenue School. It is free and open to all Orange district students in Grades 7 – 12, parents, guardians and mentors. This year’s theme is “Building Better Relationships with Yourself, Family, Friends and the World.” The Teen Summit 2018 includes inspiring panel discussions, a variety of workshops and fun activities. Don't miss it! 
The Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC) results for 2018 were presented at the October 9 Orange Board of Education meeting. 
New Jersey's Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act designates the week of the first Monday in October each year as a “Week of Respect.” The Orange Public School District observes the week by providing grade-appropriate instruction to students, focusing on preventing harassment, intimidation, or bullying. The Week of Respect will be observed October 1 – October 5.
The Orange Public School District invites all dads, uncles, grandfathers, coaches, mentors, clergy, men’s groups and organizations to participate in the Million Fathers March, this Friday, September 28, by escorting your children to school. Schools will welcome dads and other participants from 7:40 a.m. to 8:25 a.m.
Schools Open for Students
Currently, there are 9 (nine) BOE members as a Type II district, of the nine members 3 (three) members seats are due for election/re-election on November 6, 2018. 
K-12 Summer Registration: July 5 - August 31, Monday - Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. by appointment only, Central Registration Office, 451 Lincoln Avenue. 
The Orange Public School District will offer summer camps for students in Grade 3 to Grade 12. Classes will be offered Monday - Thursday, July 9 - August 2, from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. or 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Orange Public School District Office of Human Resources will hold an Education Job Fair for openings for the 2018-2019 school year on Monday, June 25, 2018, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Tuesday, June 26, 2018, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at Lincoln Avenue School.
The New Jersey Student Learning Assessment for Science (NJSLA-S) measures student proficiency based on New Jersey’s state standards. The science standards require students to use science and engineering practices, disciplinary core ideas, and crosscutting concepts, in an integrated way, to make sense of phenomena or to design solutions to problems.
The Orange Public School District will host a preschool Citywide Registration Day on Wednesday, June 13, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Orange Early Childhood Center (OECC), located at 397 Park Avenue in Orange. The last sign-in is 1:00 p.m. Parents may also go to the preschool of their choice and register on site with the district’s private providers (See flyer for locations and requirements).
