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

District Employment Opportunities and Salary Guides

There are many opportunities for employment with the Orange Public School District. The district welcomes prospective candidates, including retired teachers who can earn a full salary while collecting their pension. Visit the Human Resources page for more information and new salary guides. All applications are accepted through our online system.

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Preschool Before and Aftercare Informational Meeting

A virtual Preschool Before and Aftercare Informational Meeting was held on Wednesday, October 4, 2022. The video of the meeting is available here for interested families. Also, the contact information for Norjenes, the partner we will use for the before and aftercare programs, will be shared in ClassDojo.

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Public Relations Virtual Committee Meeting Rescheduled for October 6, 2022

Due to technical difficulties, the Public Relations Virtual Committee Meeting has been rescheduled for Thursday, October 6, 2022, at 3:30 PM. The meeting will be live streamed on the district's Facebook page.

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The 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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Emergency Virtual or Remote Instructional Plan

At the September 13, 2022, Board of Education meeting, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Orange Board of Education approved the remote/virtual instructional plan created, per the NJDOE guidance, to ensure the continuity of instruction in the event of a public health-related district closure.

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Orange Preparatory Academy of Inquiry and Innovation Strategic Plan

The Strategic Plan for the Orange Preparatory Academy of Inquiry & Innovation outlines academic and social support provided at the new Grade 8 school, allowing for a more cohesive and coordinated approach to education in one school building.

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

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

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Pre School Registration Continues for the 2022 - 2023 School Year

In-person and virtual Preschool Registration for the 2022 - 2023 school year will take place on Tuesdays, October 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2022, from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, at the Orange Early Childhood Center, 397 Park Avenue. Online registration is available via the Preschool registration portal during those times.

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District Assessment Calendar for SY 2022-2023

The Orange Public Schools presents the Assessment Calendar for SY 2022-2023. The calendar complies with the NJDOE's statutory requirement (NJSA 18A: 7C-6.6) to notify parents or guardians annually by October 1 of any statewide student assessment or locally developed standardized assessment that will be administered during the school year.

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"Good to Great" How Orange Township Public School District Welcomed Their Teachers Back

Superintendent of Schools Gerald Fitzhugh, II, Ed.D. held his 2022 welcome back convocation at Orange Preparatory Academy of Inquiry and Innovation. The energy level was high, and everyone was seemingly happy to be together again, virtually and in person. See the news as reported in TAPintoEast Orange/Orange.

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City of Orange Street Smart Campaign

The City of Orange Township is working on a Street Smart NJ pedestrian safety campaign in partnership with EZ Ride, Orange Public Schools, and the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority. If you live, work, or study in Orange, take a 5-minute online survey in English, Spanish, or Creole by September 12, 2022.

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Welcome Back to School Letter to the School Community to Start the New School Year

In just a matter of weeks, the Orange Public School district will reopen to staff and students. Superintendent of Schools Gerald Fitzhugh, II, Ed.D., shares a letter to the school community for an intentional and smooth transition as we start SY 2022-2023.

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Announcing the Superintendent’s Convocation, the Orange Township Public Schools Gears Up for School Year 2022-2023

Superintendent Dr. Fitzhugh announced the Superintendent's Convocation on September 1, 2022, highlighting district accomplishments during the past school year.

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School Year 2022-2023 Arrival and End Times for Students and Staff

As we close the door on the 2021-2022 school year, we are diligently working on the 2022-2023 school year and will implement new arrival and end times for students and staff by school level.

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Announcing the Orange Preparatory Academy of Inquiry and Innovation Uniform Policy

Welcome to the new school year and your new school, Orange Preparatory Academy of Inquiry and Innovation. Our district believes that when students wear uniforms, there is an increased sense of community and pride in our school; therefore, the district has implemented a Uniform Policy for the 2022-2023 School Year.

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