Orange Public Schools
Gerald Fitzhugh, II, Ed.D., Superintendent of Schools
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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
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Latest District News and Information
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Revised School Year 2023 - 2024 District Calendar
At the April 19, 2023, Board of Education Meeting, the 2023-2024 District Calendar was revised. The calendar can assist you by knowing all days in and off for the upcoming school year.
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Weekly Update from the Superintendent of Schools
The Superintendent's Weekly Update continues district-wide for 2022-2023. This update will give the school community a sense of the district's direction in content pedagogy and practice, wellness, and programming. Please take a moment to read the update accordingly.
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June 2023 Breakfast and Lunch Menus for Orange Preschools, Elementary Schools and Orange High Schools
Families can view and download a copy of the June 2023 breakfast and lunch menus here. In addition, hard copies of the menus are available at each school.
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In-Person Teacher Recruitment Fair
The Office of Human Resources will host an In-Person Teacher Recruitment Fair on Saturday, May 20, 2023, from 9 AM - 1 PM. at Orange High School. Click here to view available employment opportunities and to register for the event.
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OrangeWeek2023!
The Orange Township Public School District proudly announces "OrangeWeek 2023!" from Saturday, June 3, 2023 - Saturday, June 10, 2023. Orange Week, now in its fifth year, celebrates community pride, highlighting neighborhood activities, businesses, and nonprofits in Orange. The annual theme for Orange Week is "Are you in?".
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Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee Meeting
The Office of ESL/Bilingual Education & World Languages is hosting a Virtual Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee Meeting on Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at 6 pm. Important discussion topics include the New Jersey Student Learning Assessment, Bilingual/ESL Kindergarten, and our ESL Summer School program.
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May 2023 Breakfast and Lunch Menus for Orange Preschools, Elementary Schools and Orange High Schools
Families can view and download a copy of the May 2023 breakfast and lunch menus here. In addition, hard copies of the menus are available at each school.
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Important Update from the Superintendent of School
Please see the following letters from the Superintendent of Schools updating the school and community about the threat that occurred at Orange High School on Wednesday, April 12, 2023.
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Orange Board of Education Student Representative Opportunity
The Orange Board of Education seeks a rising junior or senior to serve as a student representative for School Year 2023-2024. The Application deadline is Thursday, April 27, 2023.
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Important Message From the Superintendent of School
Please see the following letters regarding the threat communicated at Orange High School on Wednesday, April 12, 2023. Also, please note that tomorrow, we will have a delayed opening for Orange High School and Orange Preparatory Academy of Inquiry and Innovation. Staff will report at 9:50 AM and students will report at 10:00 AM.
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The Orange Public School District Announces Kindergarten Orientation for the 2023-2024 School Year
The Orange School District will be holding Kindergarten Orientation for families in the Orange School District with children who will be entering Kindergarten in the 2023-2024 school year from Tuesday, May 2 - Friday, May 5, 2023. The date and time vary by school.
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The Orange Visual & Performing Arts Department presents Disney's Freaky Friday the Musical!
The Orange Visual & Performing Arts Department presents Disney's Freaky Friday the Musical! Performances will take place on April 20 and 21, 2023, at 7 PM, with a 2 PM matinee performance on April 22, 2023. Tickets are $10 at the box office and can also be purchased from a cast member in advance for $8.
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Orange Public Schools Joins Verizon Innovative Learning
Orange Public Schools joins Verizon Innovative Learning, Verizon's award-winning education initiative, in partnership with Digital Promise. Orange High School, Oakwood Avenue Community School, and Orange Preparatory Academy of Inquiry and Innovation are among the 32 new schools joining the 10th cohort of Verizon Innovative Learning Schools for the 2023-2024 SY.
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2023 Summer School Application
Orange Public Schools is pleased to announce the launch of our 2023 Summer School application. Our programs provide remediation, enrichment, credit recovery, and extended learning opportunities for students, ensuring a diverse and comprehensive array of offerings districtwide. Applications are due March 10! Send questions to reopeningofschools@orange.k12.nj.us.
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Parent University 2022 - 2023
The Orange Public Schools is pleased to announce the launch of the 2022-2023 Parent University, our free and reduced-price workshops offering parents a range of experiences across various topics, with the first course beginning on January 28th. This year, we are kicking off the Parent University with the Health and Wellness Academy and the Workforce Development Academy.
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Announcements
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Orange Public Schools Parent University 2022-2023May 2023Academic Academy & Visual & Performing ArtsCourse OfferingsRegister for Parent University courses:
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Genesis Parent Portal RegistrationClick the links below forGenesis registration forms:
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Orange Public Schools At-Home COVID-19 Test Kit Program
For more information click here.To complete the interest form by January 12, 2023, see below. -
Breakfast in the Classroom 2022-2023
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Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer (P-EBT)
P-EBT is a program to help you purchase food for your child(ren) who normally would get free or reduced-price meals at school but couldn't due to reduced school attendance or hours.
New Jersey received P-EBT approval for children under age 6 enrolled in SNAP between September 2021-June 2022 and summer 2022. In addition, summer 2022 P-EBT is approved for students in grades K-12 in the 2021-2022 school year who were eligible for the National School Lunch Program.
For more information, visit www.NJSNAP.gov.
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The FCC Opens the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program
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