Oakwood Avenue Community School
135 Oakwood Avenue, Orange, NJ 07050
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Welcome to Oakwood Avenue Community School
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Dana Gaines, Principal, Principalgaindana@orange.k12.nj.usCynthia Jackson, Administrative Secretary
jacksocy@orange.k12.nj.us135 Oakwood AvenueOrange, NJ 07050(973) 677-4000 x16701Fax: 973-674-8015**************School Hours for Students8:15 am - 8:30 am Breakfast8:30 am - 3:20 pm Full Days8:30 am - 12:30 pm Half DaysStudent Instruction begins promptly at 8:30 am.**************5-25-22 - Letter from the OPS Superintendent of Schools**************5-24-22 - Letter to Oakwood Families! Please read it today.**************"Each week, I will send out the Superintendent's Weekly Update. This letter will give all stakeholders an important look inside the school district. As always, if you have questions, email reopeningofschools@orange.k12.nj.us. Please allow 24-48 hours for a response. A response is typically generated within a few hours." Dr. Fitzhugh
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____________________________________________________________1-14-22 Letter from Gerald Fitzhugh, II, Ed.D. Superintendent of SchoolsPlease read (English version)Please read (Haitian Creole version)Please read (Spanish version)________________________________________________________Complete Daily by 8:15 amMasks are required by all students, staff, and visitors________________________________________________________The Oakwood Times________________________________________________________Access to the Genesis Parent Portal is MandatoryClick here to Log In to the Parent Portal
Click here for the Parent Portal User Manual
Don't have access to the Parent Portal?
Send Mr. Willis an email: willisla@orange.k12.nj.usProvide your name and your child/children's name(s). Your email will be used asyour Parent Portal username, so let me know which email you want me to use.
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Should you have any questions about returning to school 2021-2022SY, you are encouraged tosend an email to reopeningofschools@orange.k12.nj.us."Providing a safe environment to educate the mind, motivate the body, cultivate the spirit, and teach with the heart."________________________________________________________
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District-Wide Assessments Schedule (Click here for additional information)
This document contains Orange Public Schools' district-wide Assessment schedule.
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Mandatory Wearing of Facial Mask
The Executive Order No. 251 effective August 9th requires all mandatory use of face masks by staff, students, and visitors in the indoor portion of the school district premises.
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Parent/Student Handbook
"The Orange Public School District commits to provide a safe and caring environment where each student is expected to grow and succeed. We pledge to prepare all students with equitable opportunities for college and career readiness, leading to lifelong learning and responsible citizenship in a competitive global community."
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Parents' Guide to Google Classroom
Google Classroom is a web-based learning environment. When logged into Google Classroom, students can collaborate with their peers and teachers. Google Classroom offers a digital safe space for students to view class announcements, access posted course content, view posted assignments, and turn in completed work.
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Genesis
The Orange School District supports access by parents/guardians, teachers, students and administrators to informational resources that will improve participation in a child’s education and improve communication between students, parents/guardians and the student’s teachers.
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Class Dojo - Video Directions How to Translate
Directions for translating Class Dojo from English to Creole or Spanish using a video format.
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Click here for a larger view and in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole
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May Breakfast and Lunch Menus
June Breakfast and Lunch Menus
* * * * * * * * * ** * * * * * * * * ** * * * * * * * * *When you access the Google Site, our department offerings begin with "Filmmaking" Camp and end with "Coding in Virtual and Augmented Reality". Students can take one class in the AM and a second class in the PM as each offering is offered in both the AM and PM. The deadline to register is May 31st.* * * * * * * * * ** * * * * * * * * ** * * * * * * * * ** * * * * * * * * *Register for Parent University courses: https://bit.ly/3CPC1eV.* * * * * * * * * *
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May Breakfast and Lunch Menus
June Breakfast and Lunch Menus
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THE ORANGE PUBLIC SCHOOLS PARENT UNIVERSITYThe Orange Public Schools is proud to bring you The Orange Public Schools Parent University. The Parent University is a series of free and reduced-price workshops running now through June that offers parents a wide range of experiences across various topics from Study Skills Seminars designed to give parents academic strategies to parent wellness workshops and job placement and certification offerings.Courses will be accessible to parents via our online registration system. We invite parents, families, and Orange community members interested in attending the workshops to apply.It is the long-range vision of the Superintendent of Schools to educate and empower families as advocates and as lifelong learners committed to improving the overall health and well-being of our children and our community.
For more information and to register, visit the Orange Public Schools Parent University:
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Please complete this short form whether you have access or not. This will help you see your child/children's report cards, attendance, daily grades, and other information.
Click on this link today. Thank you
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Essex County COVID-19 Mobile Unit/City of Orange Township Health Department
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Parents and students,
If you have a technology issue, please complete this short form. I will review your issue and contact you promptly.
https://forms.gle/u84YPUm5o7GK2kTGA
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Come to school every day!
Don't forget to wear your school uniform (Refer to Parent/Student Handbook), and bring your
Bookbag
School Chromebook
and charger
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Supply Lists for 2021-2022
Site Shortcuts
- iRead - Student Access
- Genesis Parent Portal Information
- Student Educational Websites
- Learning and Homework Resources
- NJSLA
- New Jersey Student Learning Standards
- Orange Early Childhood Center
- Orange Education Association
- District Social Media Sites
- Parents - Google Classroom Guide for parents in Multiple Languages
- City of Orange
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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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