Welcome to Orange Preparatory Academy

of Inquiry and Innovation

Ms. Carrie Halstead, Principal

Email me at halsteca@orange.k12.nj.us

Ms. Faith Holmes, Confidential Secretary

holmesfa@orange.k12.nj.us

973-677-4000 x31700

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Assistant Principals

Mr. Michael Dixon

dixonmic@orange.k12.nj.us

Mrs. Samantha Fossella

sica-fsa@orange.k12.nj.us

Mrs. Malika Berry

HIB Specialist

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Tel: 973-677-4135

Fax: 973-677-2439

School Hours

Breakfast: 7:30am -8:15 am

School Hours: 8:25 am - 2:50 pm

After-School Hours: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

School News and Information

Weekly Update from the Superintendent of Schools

The Superintendent's Weekly Update continues district-wide for 2023-2024. 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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OPAI&I Title I Parent Presentation

Please click here to access the presentation from the PTSO meeting that took place on Tuesday October 3rd 2023.

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Fall 2023 Parent Surveys

Parents please complete the following surveys for the 2023-2024 school year.

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Welcome Back Letter from the Principal

We are so excited for the start of the 2023-2024 school year here at Orange Preparatory Academy of Inquiry and Innovation! We are partners, jointly dedicated to helping your child grow socially, emotionally, and intellectually. Click on the title to choose the letter of preference in English, Spanish or Creole

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Orange Preparatory Academy of Inquiry and Innovation School Calendar

Click on the title above to open this month's school calendar. Monthly lunch menus can be found on our webpage on the right side under announcements or the Parents & Students tab.

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The Orange Preparatory Academy of Inquiry and Innovation Uniform Policy and School Supply List

Welcome to 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 SY 2023-2024.

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Orange Preparatory Academy of I & I Professional Development Plan SY 23 -24

All schools in New Jersey are required to create an annual school-level PDP. For purposes of planning, the school PDP implementation year is considered to run from July 1 through June 30.

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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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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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For Parents - How to Support Your Child with Google Classroom

If you are unfamiliar with Google Classroom, the platform in which your child is receiving and posting assignments, please visit the link to view these helpful videos.

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Download the District APP

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. Click on the title to view the flyer.

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