Here’s Where West Orange Ranked On U.S. News ‘Best High School’ List

The U.S. News and World Report list leans heavily on standardized testing. See where West Orange High School ranked this year.

West Orange Parents: The School Bus Isn’t A Luxury (Op-Ed)

“The bus is the only solution for parents who work outside the home or who have multiple kids on different schedules.”

‘Hero’ Teacher In New Jersey Rescues Choking Student: Video

A third-grade teacher in New Jersey is being praised as a hero after she saved one of her students from choking on a bottle cap.

West Orange Committee Gives Update On State-Funded Preschool Plan

“Meaningful progress” has been made on the effort to bring a state-funded preschool program to West Orange, a committee says.

East Orange School Closed After ‘Irritating’ Fumes Waft Into Building

East Orange officials closed a local school for a day after excavation at a nearby gas station caused fumes to enter the building.

West Orange School Budget Has Tax Hike, Despite State Aid Boost

The West Orange school district got an unexpected boost from state aid. But there will still be a tax increase for homeowners.

Video: West Orange School Superintendent Bids District Adieu

A torch is passing in the West Orange Public School District. Watch Scott Cascone’s final video greeting to the community as superintendent.

West Orange Will Get More School Aid From NJ Under Murphy Plan

More than $19B in state aid is coming to NJ towns and cities. Here’s what West Orange will get, and what it means for local property taxes.

Scholarships For West Orange High School Seniors Available

Scholarship applications for graduating high school seniors from the Rotary Club of West Orange are now available.

West Orange Students Planning ‘Durag Protest,’ Principal Says

Students plan to protest the high school’s ban on wearing durags. They’re acting in good faith, their principal said – but he won’t bend.

West Orange School District Hires Interim Superintendent

Dr. C. Lauren Schoen has served as superintendent in Rochelle Park, Ramapo-Indian Hills High School District and Mahwah Township.

Masks Optional In West Orange Schools, Buses: Superintendent

Masks will be optional for all West Orange students and staff from pre-K to grade 12. Here's when it begins.

East Orange Schools Will Continue Mask Mandate, Official Says

The district took a poll on the issue among parents, staff and students. Here’s what they said.

What Is ‘NED?’ West Orange Students Learn ‘Character’

Hazel Elementary School welcomed “NED” for an assembly that helped students to address challenges through “character education.”

West Orange Schools Still Undecided About Mask Mandate

New Jersey’s face mask mandate for K-12 schools is set to expire in March. Here’s an update on the situation in West Orange.

Redwood Elementary School PTA Earns $1,000 STEM Grant

These parents in West Orange helped to nail down a $1,000 STEM and Families Science Grant from the National PTA.

West Orange Schools Ready To Begin Kindergarten Registration

Kindergarten registration for the 2022-2023 school year will start on Feb. 22. Here’s what you need to know.

West Orange School Board Begins Pondering 2022-23 Budget

Budget talks for the next school year have officially kicked off in West Orange. Watch a special budget workshop here.

West Orange Schools Call Snow Day With No Emergency Days Left

West Orange schools were closed on Thursday due to the weather forecast. With no emergency days left, what will happen next?

Students In Seton Hall Leadership Program Carry On Principles Of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Program has trained young scholars since 1970.

COVID Testing At West Orange High School For Students, Families

West Orange High School will be the home of an ongoing, mobile COVID-19 testing site for the school community.

New West Orange School Board Members Sworn In For 2022

Newly-elected board of education members Brian Rock and Eric Stevenson were sworn in. The board also named a president and vice president.

West Orange Schools Have Used All Emergency Closing Days

Here’s the plan if the district needs more snow days or other emergency closings.

Some West Orange Schools Go Virtual, Others Remain In-Person

K-8 will be full day and in-person. West Orange HS is going remote until Jan. 18. All extracurricular and evening activities are paused.

West Orange School Board Reaches Deal With Local 68 Union

The West Orange Board of Education has nailed down its second big work agreement with an employee union in a month, administrators say.

Snow Day For West Orange Schools On Friday, Including Virtual

West Orange School Official: "Starting the school day at the normal times would be "problematic to say the least ... and unsafe."

West Orange School Superintendent Announces Resignation

Scott Cascone said he is traveling several hours a day to work in West Orange, and his new career path will lessen the impact on his family.

Possible Staff Shortages May Force School Closures In West Orange

Administrators are preparing for potential “staff shortages” over the next two weeks, including instructional faculty and bus drivers.

West Orange School Superintendent Tests Positive For Coronavirus

West Orange Superintendent Scott Cascone said he and a family member recently tested positive for COVID-19.

COVID Update For West Orange Schools: Classes, Masks, Testing

Full-day instruction will resume the week of Jan. 10 in West Orange. A temporary virtual option is in place. See other local updates.

West Orange School Board, Teachers Union Reach 5-Year Deal

The West Orange Board of Education and the local teachers union have reached a tentative deal for a new, five-year work agreement.

These 20 West Orange Teachers Are Making A Big Difference

They’re some of West Orange’s finest educators – and now they have official proof.

West Orange HS Goes Half-Remote After ‘Uptick’ In COVID Cases

Officials: “The high school has experienced an uptick in COVID cases and the number of close contacts who need to quarantine.”

More Police At West Orange Schools Due To Social Media 'Threat'

There are currently no specific, credible threats to New Jersey schools. But you may see extra police in West Orange anyway, officials say.

West Orange School Admin Gives ‘Building & Grounds’ Update

What projects are taking place in the West Orange School District? See the year-end roundup from the director of Buildings and Grounds.

2021 College Aid: How West Orange Area Compares In Application Rates

See how FAFSA applications changed for West Orange area high schools.

West Orange Author Visits Kelly Elementary School

Tiberah Berhanu visited Kelly Elementary School to read her new book, "My Uncle is an Alien," to third-grade students.

West Orange High School Tech Department Earns Prestigious Award

The award is one of the highest honors given to technology and engineering programs, West Orange school officials said.

Powerful Retelling Of Matthew Shepard Story At West Orange HS

West Orange High School will host and emotional rendering of “The Laramie Project.”

West Orange Schools Re-Launch Survey On ‘Equity, Inclusion’

The survey is being re-released to get more parents to reply. Participation is voluntary and anonymous, West Orange school officials said.