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Justin Boggus Named OCS 2026-27 Teacher of the Year!
Congratulations to Justin Boggus (math teacher) of Orange High School, who was named Orange County Schools 2026-2027 Teacher of the Year! More details to come.
#OCSSeniorStories
We're celebrating the OCS Class of 2026 with our #OCSSeniorStories! Learn about our graduating seniors and their journeys after walking across the stage.
Jason Johnson Named National High School Principal of the Year!
Orange High School Principal Jason Johnson was recently named National High School Principal of the Year by the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP)!
“Be In The Know” About OCS Family Support
Watch the first of our NEW “Be In The Know” video series, featuring Dr. Danielle Jones and Mrs. Avis Barnes-Strange. Learn how OCS School Social Workers are ready to support and empower our students and families!
Class of 2026 Graduation Details
Students and Families of the Class of 2026, details regarding the 2026 commencement ceremonies are live!
Big Changes Are Happening
The new Band Room at Orange High School is just one sign of big changes in our schools! Visit our Operations and Facilities page to see new and renovated spaces across Orange County Schools.
First Time Ever, 100% of OCS Schools Meet or Exceed Growth!
OCS TOPS THE STATE! We are one of only three North Carolina districts where every school met or exceeded growth in 2024-2025. Help us celebrate this historic milestone, and congratulate every student and educator whose efforts lead to brighter futures in OCS.
Moving Forward
OCS is moving forward with construction projects for new and renovated facilities funded by the 2024 school bond.
Soon, the Board of Education will review applications for design and construction project management for a new K-5 elementary school, as well as facilities portfolio master-planning.
Work for OCS!
Begin your career serving the students of Orange County Schools. Learn more and see all our job openings!
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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An April 2026 cybersecurity incident involved Instructure, the parent company of Canvas, North Carolina’s statewide learning management system.
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Congratulations to Justin Boggus (math teacher) of Orange High School, who was named Orange County Schools 2026-2027 Teacher of the Year!
NCDPI says scammers may be contacting schools and families posing as official test-makers or test-prep providers to ask for money or information. Learn more about what to do and how to keep your information secure.
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Have fun and relax with Orange County Schools and over 30 community partners on Saturday, May 2, from 12-3pm at Orange High School. Free chair massages, Zumba, and more!
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Happy Spring! As warmer weather settles in, your OCS school nurses have important health reminders and updates to help keep our students healthy, safe, and ready to learn every day.
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The Board of Education approved new hires and assignments for school and district administrators at their regular meeting on April 20, 2026.
From Our School Community
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Grateful for our amazing PES community! Your non-perishable donations helped us launch the STAR Pantry and spread joy along the way. #RedRibbonWeek
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Congratulations to Jayla J. and Shon J. for winning the "Sub Above" Student Athlete of the Week award!
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See students enjoying Spirit Day at HES and more on our Instagram!
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New Community Garden, prepared and loved by the NHE family. Thank you to all who show up and show out to create GROWTH! @NHVoyagers
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We are so lucky for community partners who support our students at home and in school! @NHVoyagers
Rising 6th grade parent night presentation and resources
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Elementary students from all over Orange County Schools got to tour Gravelly Hill MS today!
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Parents, staff, and community stakeholders came out to GHMS Wednesday for our 2nd Annual Student Showcase.
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The GHMS band hosted a fundraiser at Moe’s in Mebane last night and it was a great success!
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Congratulations, Battle of the Books team!
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Teachers receive pins for consecutive years of service to Gravelly Hill
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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!
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We are back to school and working hard at Partnership Academy High School, teachers and students learning together side by side every day.
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"The generosity poured into our school from our community never ceases to amaze me."
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Our OMS Chargers are all smiles coming Back To School!
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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.
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As we start the 2024-25 school year, Central Elementary School welcomes new and familiar faces as beginning teachers! Year one, day one!
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Every CHAMP is a leader and every CHAMP is a learner! The #1 had 13 teachers share many areas of their expertise during one of the many sessions during the #OCSStars2024 Conference!
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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.
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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.
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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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The Orange County Board of Education held a regular business meeting and public budget hearing on April 20, 2026.
The Orange County Board of Education held a Special Called Meeting on March 24, 2026. This Special Called Meeting replaced the Regular Business Meeting originally scheduled for March 16, which was canceled due to inclement weather.
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The Orange County Board of Education held a regular business meeting on February 16, 2026.
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Orange County Schools will be CLOSED for students and staff on Monday, February 2, 2026. With hazardous road conditions in our area and extreme cold temperatures through Monday, all OCS schools and facilities will be closed.
OCS will have our fourth Remote Learning Day of the 2025-2026 school year on Thursday, January 29, 2026. See more details on Remote Learning, and our earlier update for links to weather readiness information.
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