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Update from the Superintendent of Schools Concerning the Re-Opening of Schools in September 2020 (in English, en Español, an Kreyòl Ayisyen)
The Return to School Plan will incorporate the voices of staff, Board of Education Members, health officials, and families. These representatives will evaluate the state guidelines and requirements to provide input and recommendations into the district’s reopening plan.
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The City of Orange Township Board of Education (BOE) November 3, 2020 Election
Currently, there are 9 (nine) BOE members as a Type II district, of the nine members 3 (three) member’s seats are due for election/re-election on November 3, 2020.
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Summer Assignments for Mathematics and Science
Beginning the week of July 13th through the end of August, students will receive Mathematics and Science assignments virtually and weekly. These assignments are mandatory and will be considered for grading in Marking Period 1 upon our return in the new school year.
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Summer Assignments for English Language Arts
This year, students who are not participating in summer district-sponsored activities and academic work have prescribed assignments to help mitigate learning loss during these months.
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A Tribute to the Orange Board of Education Retirees
Dr. Gerald Fitzhugh, II, Superintendent of Schools, and Shebra Jones Dismuke, Executive Director of Human Resources, shares a tribute congratulating the 2019-2020 retirees, on behalf of the Board of Education, the administration, and staff.
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The 2020 Orange High School Graduation Ceremony
The Orange Township Public School District will celebrate the Class of 2020 with a virtual graduation ceremony on Thursday, June 25, at 6:00 PM. The program will air on Orange’s Comcast Channel 35 and the district’s YouTube Channel via the link https://youtu.be/Bhsh2uG-DJs.
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Letter to the School Community - Ending School Year 2019-2020.
The continued health, safety, and well being of our school community are the top priorities of the Board of Education, administration, faculty, and staff within the Orange Township Public School District. I want to take this moment to thank all of our stakeholders during these times.
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The Orange Township Public School District Summer Meal Program
The Orange Township Public School District Summer Meal Program will operate from June 29, 2020 – August 20, 2020, Monday – Friday, from 7:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., at seven district schools. On Thursdays, at Lincoln Avenue School, from July 2, 2020 - August 13, 2020, bagged groceries will be available for pick-up.
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Orange Township Public School District Kindergarten-Grade 12 Virtual Registration, July 1 - 23, 2020
The Orange Township Public School District announces Virtual Registration for the 2020-2021 school year, July 1 - July 23, 2020. The registration process is outlined in the "Orange Township Public School Online K-12 Registration Process Guide for the 2020-2021 School Year."
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Essex County COVID-19 Updates and Governor's Order on Mall Openings
The Superintendent of School shares the current Situational Awareness Report from The Essex County Sheriff’s Office – Office of Emergency Management (ECSO OEM). Also shared are updates regarding Administrative Order No. 2020-16.
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Master List of COVID-19 Resources - June 19 Update
Members of our school social workers team have provided an update to the COVID-19 Master List of Resources for children and families shared on the Covid-19 Resources page.
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Orange Preparatory Academy Social Studies Teacher Speaks in a Forum for Juneteenth
Mr. Michael Esquerre, Orange Preparatory Academy social studies teacher, will speak in a forum with faculty and alumni from the Departments of African American and African Studies and History at Rutgers University Newark, for Juneteenth, June 19, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm. Join the dialogue, co-sponsored by the Newark Public Library.
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ESSEX COUNTY ANNOUNCES EXPANSION OF CORONAVIRUS TESTING TO INCLUDE SATELLITE SITES
Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. announced that Essex County is expanding its COVID-19 testing initiative to include satellite testing sites throughout the County in addition to continuing to operate its drive through testing center in Weequahic Park.
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A Letter from Orange High School Principal Mr. Jason Belton Regarding Orange High School Graduation 2020
The 2020 Orange High School Graduation Ceremony will take place virtually this year and streamed on Thursday, June 25, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. via the Orange Township Public School District’s social media platforms and broadcast on Comcast Channel 35 in Orange.
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Message from the Superintendent of Schools: Working Papers for High School Students
Attention High School Students: In case you need working papers, we have provided the link as well as the PDF version for you. Should you have any questions, you are encouraged to reach out to your guidance counselor. Remember, you have to be 16 years of age.
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The Orange Public Schools Virtual Instruction Program - End of Year/Summer Edition
The final At Home Instructional Plan (End of Year/Summer Edition) was board approved on June 9, 2020 by the Orange Board of Education under the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools.
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Letter from the Superintendent - End of School Year Update, June 11th, 2020 (in English, en Español, an Kreyòl Ayisyen)
As shared on May 4th, school buildings will remain closed for the remainder of the school year. Further, We will use the last emergency day on Thursday, June 25th, which means that the last day of school for students and 10-month employees will be on Wednesday, June 24th.
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The Orange Township Public School District Announces Virtual Summer Programs
The Orange Township Public School District is announcing several summer programs that will take place virtually, and feature academic, social-emotional, as well as physical components. We want to provide virtual experiences that will, in fact, prepare students for SY 2020-2021 and beyond.
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A Letter from Orange High School Principal Mr. Jason Belton Regarding Items for Graduating Seniors
Orange High School will distribute cap and gowns, diploma covers, and other items purchased for each graduating student. These items will be distributed in a kiosk format. Students must wear a face-covering when picking up their graduation packet.
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"Orange Week 2020!, June 8 - June 12"
The Orange Township Public School District is proud to announce the launching of "Orange Week 2020!, June 8 - June 12". This is the second year of the initiative, which celebrates community pride and highlights neighborhood activities, businesses, and nonprofits that operate in Orange, NJ.
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