Tomorrow, Wednesday, December 2, at 234 Lincoln Avenue, beginning at 10 am, pick-up only produce boxes are available for Orange families until boxes are gone. Thank you, Ms. Stacey Martin, for contacting Superintendent Dr. Fitzhugh to inform Orange families of the produce boxes. We appreciate your efforts.

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

Latest District News and Information

Heywood Avenue School Virtual Awards Program (Remote Learning Recognition)

Heywood Avenue School's MP1 Awards Assembly took place on Monday, November 30, 2020. Dr. Fitzhugh congratulates all Marking Period One recipients. "We are so very proud of you."

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Orange High School Athletic Winter Sports Update

On November 30, Governor Phil Murphy announced a temporary statewide suspension of indoor high school and youth sports to help curb the spread of COVID-19. Under New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) guidelines, ice hockey is the only sport affected. Tentatively, Orange High School basketball and track will begin on January 11 and February 1, 2021.

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Letter to the School Community from the Superintendent of Schools Regarding Confirmed Cases of COVID-19

Dr. Fitzhugh shares an update regarding the current COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on our school community. It is important to keep all members of our school community informed as information becomes readily available.

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Orange Public School District Received the PLTW Community Celebration Award for November!

The Orange Public Schools is a Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Community Celebration Award recipient for November 2020. Through the STEM Innovation Academy of the Oranges' efforts, the district was recognized for our commitment to collaboration, leadership, and entrepreneurship to support our community.

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The Orange Township Public School District Mobile App Is Ready For Launch!

The new Orange Public Schools mobile app for both Apple and Android devices is ready for launch! We invite you to stay connected while you're on the go with this FREE mobile app that will bring you the latest news and information about our schools.

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The Orange Public Schools - School Reopening Plan Superintendent Update - November 10, 2020 (in English, en Español, ak Kreyòl Ayisyen)

As of today, November 10, 2020, the Orange Township Public School District in collaboration with health officials, made a decision to extend Phase II, Remote Synchronous of the Return to School Plan.

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

The Orange Township Public School District will continue to work closely with public health officials, assist in any manner possible, and keep our school community well-informed.

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Orange High School Athletic Announcement for Game Protocol, Cheerleaders and Band (in English, en Español, ak Kreyòl Ayisyen)

Attention all Orange High School student-athletes, coaches, families, staff, and community members, please see the announcements with protocols for the upcoming October 31 game and messages for cheerleaders and band.

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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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