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Master List of COVID-19 Resources
The Office of Community Engagement provides a master list of resources for children and families complied by the Partnership for Children of Essex (PCE).
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Urgent Message from the Superintendent of Schools
This afternoon, Tuesday, April 7, 2020, Governor Phil Murphy has ordered the closure of all NJ schools indefinitely. While we initially anticipated the tentative reopening of schools in our district on April 20 (this was based on previous updates from the Governor’s office) all schools will continue to operate virtually until further notice.
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Taking Care of Yourself During a Public Health Emergency
Thankfully there are steps you can take to care for yourself during difficult times. There are also services and supports available if you need a higher level of emotional care.
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Food Resources During COVID-19
Additional food support resources for community members during the COVID-19 crisis have been compiled can be viewed here and on our social media sites.
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NJIT Pre-College Program Application Deadline - April 10, 2020
The application deadline for the NJIT Early College Preparatory Programs for Orange Grade 4-11 students, who have a B or better grade average and who scored proficient or advanced proficient on the latest NJSLA assessment, is extended to April 10. The program is July 6 – 31, from 9 am to 3:30 pm (Monday-Friday). The District will cover the tuition for up to 15 students who have successfully applied and paid the $60 non-refundable application fee.
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Application for the STEM Innovation Academy of the Oranges Extended to April 3, 2020 (Updated 4/3/2020)
The STEM Innovation Academy of the Oranges application deadline was extended to Friday, April 3. Given current circumstances, the paper application and face-to-face interview portions of the application process have been suspended. For those who cannot submit the paper part of the application, the District will review all accessible student records and may interact with your child’s administrators, teachers, and school counselors to make the best determination for acceptance. All acceptances will be finalized on or about April 24, 2020.
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Viewing School Board & Subcommittee Virtual Meetings (in English, en Español, an Kreyòl Ayisyen)
On behalf of the Board of Education, Superintendent Dr. Gerald Fitzhugh, II, provides the Orange Public School District community with an update regarding the virtual format for all committee and board meetings.
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April 1 is Census Day - Complete Your Census NOW! 2020Census.gov
Census 2020 has started. The official US Census Day is April 1st. Everyone should already have received their mailed invitation to respond to the Census. For the first time, you can RESPOND ONLINE, BY PHONE, OR BY MAIL, all without leaving the safety of your own home.
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Update from the Superintendent of Schools, Monday, March 30, 2020 (in English, en Español, an Kreyòl Ayisyen)
Superintendent Dr. Fitzhugh provides an updated letter regarding the continued emergency school closure, as it relates to distance learning and Spring Break observance dates. Also included are the revised locations for the breakfast and lunch Grab and Go initiative.
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Letter to Staff and Families Regarding COVID-19 (in English, en español, an kreyòl ayisyen)
I write this afternoon to address concerns and questions regarding the current COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on our school community. First and foremost, we have been informed that a member of our Orange School District community has tested positive for COVID-19.
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New Jersey Cancels Statewide Student Assessments
Governor Phil Murphy today announced that the State of New Jersey is cancelling all statewide student assessments for the spring 2020 testing window.
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Message from the Superintendent of Schools - March 23, 2020 Update
We have decided to continue our Orange Township Public School District emergency closure plan. During the emergency closure plan, distant learning as implemented on Tuesday, March 17, through the present, will continue through April 3, 2020.
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Distribution of Grab and Go Meals
The Orange Township Public School District will provide packaged ‘Grab-and-Go’ breakfast and lunch, effective Tuesday, March 17, 2020, at no cost to families, at multiple locations for pick up.
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Resources for Online Learning During School Closures for Parents
The Educational Technology Department has outlined guidance and resources for families during this extended learning period.
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2020-2021 District Calendar
At the March 17 Orange Board of Education Meeting, board members approved the school calendar for 2020-2021.
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Board of Education Meeting - March 17, 2020
For those members of the public who wish to participate in the March 17, Board of Education meeting, beginning at 7:30 PM, you can submit questions or comments remotely, in real-time.
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A Message from the Superintendent -Regarding the School District Closure - March 13, 2020
On Monday, March 16, 2020, we will have a half-day session for STUDENTS ONLY (12:30 PM). . . We have made the decision to enact our Orange Township Public School District emergency closure plan effective, Tuesday, March 17 through Friday, March 27, 2020.
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A Message from the Superintendent Regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19) - March 12 Update
Please see the March 12 letter to families and staff from the Superintendent of Schools, Gerald Fitzhugh, II, Ed.D., in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole.
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Orange School District Guidance and Resources on the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (See Coronavirus Updates provided in this section)
The risk to the general public remains low. There is no specific antiviral treatment recommended at this time.
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A Message from the Superintendent Regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Please see the message to parents, guardians, and caregivers from the Superintendent of Schools, Gerald Fitzhugh, II, Ed.D., in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole.
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