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School Bus Driver Appreciation Week

As we celebrate Love the Bus Month, we take the time this week to give special attention to our
Orange County Schools bus drivers during School Bus Driver Appreciation Week.

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Ready, Set, Kindergarten!

Ready Set Kindergarten! is set to take place tomorrow, February 11 at the OC Sportsplex.
Meet school representatives and explore resources to enroll and support your student!

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Happy Black History Month

Every February, we celebrate Black History Month — a month-long celebration and recognition of the
contributions, achievements, and perseverance of Black individuals throughout history.

Student smiling while holding her diploma
Class of 2025 Graduation

Graduation has moved back to the Dean Dome at UNC!
Ready to make your plans for graduation?

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Beckie Spears, 2024 Wells Fargo NC Principal of the Year, Jason Johnson newly named 2025 Wells Fargo North Central Region Principal of the Year
Jason Johnson Named Regional Principal of the Year

Principal Jason Johnson of Orange High School was named the 2025 Wells Fargo North Central Region Principal of the Year in a surprise assembly on January 15. Congratulations to Mr. Johnson, Orange High School, and Orange County Schools!

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Cedar Ridge Orange and Partnership Academy High Schools
New High School Course Guide

Learn about the pathways available to high school students in Orange County Schools. Now on the OCS website.

View the New Course Guide

2024-25 Teachers of the Year
OCS 2024-2025 Teachers of the Year

Welcome to Orange County Schools!

Engage, Challenge, Inspire!

Reach your maximum potential! Follow our news and events to learn what's happening and how you play a part in the success of every student and member of the Orange County Schools learning community.

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Photo collage of historical black figures

Every February, we celebrate Black History Month — a month-long celebration and recognition of the contributions, achievements, and perseverance of Black individuals throughout history. We also take the time to reflect and pay tribute to those who paved the way for progression and fought for equality. 

Learn More about Happy Black History Month

From Our School Community

Kelly Parks and two custodial workers

Our phenomenal custodial crew, Mr. Rose and Ms. Ana are integral in our day to day success. They can always be counted on for a helping hand and a warm smile. Thank you for all you do on National Custodian Day and everyday!

UNC & NCCU Student Mentor Program

Community Schools Coordinator, Cherokee McAdoo, organized a 2nd year of our newly expanded, incredible mentoring program w/students from UNC + NCCU!

NHE Family Dinner

Family dinner for our Hispanic/Latinx families with students in tutoring, to build community and discuss their students academic success!

Jangi Hamby PES Assistant Principal

On Monday, September 9, 2024, the Board of Education approved Jangi Hamby, recommended by Superintendent Dr. Danielle Jones, as Assistant Principal for Pathways Elementary School, effective September 26, 2024.

OHS Honors Chem

Students in Honors Chemistry are already putting their minds to work on scientific notation, preparing for a successful semester!

Avery Pipkin, CRHS Woodworking Teacher Credential Champion

Congratulations to Cedar Ridge High Woodworking Teacher, Avery Pipkin, for being named as a 23-24 Orange County CTE Credential Champion. 85% of Mr. Pipkin's Woodworking students earned an industry recognized credential in OSHA.

Assistant Principal John Wood

We'd like to welcome our new assistant principal, Mr. John V. Wood, into the Grizzly family! Mr. Wood has a background in ELA, social studies, and digital media/fine arts, and lives in Durham with his wife, a Wake Co. science teacher.

Bus Tour for New Hope Elementary, thanks to Chick Fil A

Our NHE School Bus Tour has been been amazing! So good to see our amazing families! Big shout out to Chick-fil-a from Carraway for providing the fun with their cow mascot and free goodies!

Back To School 2024 RPES

It takes everyone from bus drivers, cafeteria staff, maintenance and custodians to our classroom teachers, support staff, and administrators to make Back To School successful.

Chris Palmer Central Elementary School

On Monday, August 19, 2024, the Board of Education approved Chris Palmer, recommended by Superintendent Dr. Danielle Jones, as Assistant Principal for Central Elementary School. His appointment is already in effect, and he is helping to prepare CES for the 2024-2025 school year.

McMann Deloera Bus Seattle

Via NEWS OF ORANGE, Dale Edwards | It turns out, these two really can stand the heat, and could some day find careers in the finest kitchens in the nation.​Earlier this month, Orange High School students Kayla McMann and Sofia Deloera made the trip to Seattle to compete and participate in the National FCCLA Leadership Conference and earned silver medals!

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