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Jason Johnson, OCS Principal of the Year
Congratulations to Orange High School Principal Jason Johnson
on being named the Orange County Schools 2024-25 Principal of the Year!
Empoderando Nuestras Voces Latinas
We encourage all educators and families to honor the unique voices, profound journeys, and remarkable achievements of Hispanic and Latino Americans. This year's theme for Hispanic Heritage Month is, “With Latinos, everything is possible.”
Stay tuned for sights and sounds from the 2024 "Empoderando" event at Orange High School!
Layla Allen named OCS Beginning Teacher of the Year
Congratulations to Ms. Layla Allen, CRHS Earth Science Teacher on being named
Orange County Schools 2024-25 Beginning Teacher of the Year!
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The Results Are In!
Orange County Schools students and schools far exceeded
the state average for achievement and growth in the 2023-2024 school year.
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OCS Students and Schools Excel
State testing results for the 2023-2024 school year
show our successes and point to our focus areas.
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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October 1st marks the start of National School Principals month, a time for staff, students, families and other school community members to recognize school leaders across the nation.
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“Ms. Allen also has a unique gift of creating a safe and unifying student community with her kind demeanor and inclusive leadership”
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During the upcoming general election, Orange County voters will consider a $300 million bond referendum to fund facility replacements, renovations, and repairs for Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools (CHCCS) and Orange County Schools (OCS). The information here will educate voters about the bond — so you can vote with confidence.
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The Orange County Board of Education held a regular business meeting on September 23, 2024, the second of two meetings scheduled for this month. View all the business items below here.
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Tonight, September 23, Cedar Ridge High School sophomore Calla Lundberg will be recognized at the Board of Education Meeting for being nominated as one of 24 members of the NCHSAA Student-Athlete Advisory Council.
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The Orange County Board of Education held a regular business meeting on September 9, 2024, the first of two meetings scheduled for this month. View all the business items below here.
The Board posts all meeting materials to Simbli, and also displays a calendar of Board and committee meetings. Visit the Board’s page on Simbli for agendas and minutes. Minutes are attached to each meeting, after approval by the Board at a future meeting.
From Our School Community
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Congratulations to Baily Ritter and Sloane McDaniels for winning the "Sub Above" Student Athlete of the Week award!
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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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Project based, cross curricular learning is happening with our 5th grade team in tandem with our media coordinator, Mrs. Carson, ESL and EC! We are utilizing research and design processes + our Makers Space to build and test the perfect insulated cup that holds the most heat!
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Community Schools Coordinator, Cherokee McAdoo, organized a 2nd year of our newly expanded, incredible mentoring program w/students from UNC + NCCU!
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Family dinner for our Hispanic/Latinx families with students in tutoring, to build community and discuss their students academic success!
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“The RCW has helped me determine my future career path because it opened my eyes to the opportunities I can access through agriculture extension and education.”
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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.
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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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Students in Honors Chemistry are already putting their minds to work on scientific notation, preparing for a successful semester!
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Every day is exciting for lifelong learners at Hillsborough Elementary School, and staff have been posting new stories about our joy for learning every day on our school's Instagram page. #makeasplash!
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"The generosity poured into our school from our community never ceases to amaze me."
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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.
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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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Always a great time welcoming our new staff to our community! We are so glad you chose to be a Bulldog!
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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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We are so excited for the 24-25 school year!!! We are ready to “Dive into learning” We cant wait to have all our Star(fish) back into the building!!!!
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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!
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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 on September 23, 2024, the second of two meetings scheduled for this month. View all the business items below here.
The Orange County Board of Education held a regular business meeting on September 9, 2024, the first of two meetings scheduled for this month. View all the business items below here.
The Board posts all meeting materials to Simbli, and also displays a calendar of Board and committee meetings. Visit the Board’s page on Simbli for agendas and minutes. Minutes are attached to each meeting, after approval by the Board at a future meeting.
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New this year! Students who attend an approved Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) do not need to fill out an application as they are approved for meals at no cost. Learn more and view the application for Free and Reduced Price Meals!
The Orange County Board of Education held a regular business meeting on August 19, 2024. View all the business items below here.
The Board posts all meeting materials to Simbli, and also displays a calendar of Board and committee meetings. Visit the Board’s page on Simbli for agendas and minutes. Minutes are attached to each meeting, after approval by the Board at a future meeting.
August 5, 2024 was the first regular business meeting for Orange County Board of Education following the installation of newly-elected Board members on July 15, 2024.
The Board posts all meeting materials to Simbli, and also displays a calendar of Board and committee meetings. Visit the Board’s page on Simbli for agendas and minutes. Minutes are attached to each meeting, after approval by the Board at a future meeting.
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As we approach the beginning of the traditional calendar for the 2024-25 School Year, new Campus Student and Campus Parent portals will help everyone get more insight and information on the go. We also hope you will stay tuned to our new website, your school's new website, and especially our Back To School hub with links to important information.
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Orange High School, 500 Orange High School Rd, Hillsborough, NC 27278, USA
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Central Elementary School, 154 Hayes St, Hillsborough, NC 27278, USA