For the first time since the 1990s, the Essex County “teacher of the year” hails from East Orange.
“Coach Suriano will always be close to our hearts, not only at West Orange High School, but the entire track and field community.”
Unvaccinated students in West Orange public schools will have to take a COVID-19 test and quarantine when they return from a family trip.
Superintendent: "The district is placing a keen focus on safety, physical well-being, as well as social emotional well-being."
“Masks are our first line of defense,” some say. “They’re more trouble than they’re worth,” others allege.
Back-to-school planning has already begun in West Orange. Here are some key dates to keep in mind for the upcoming school year.
Four people are competing for two seats on the West Orange Board of Education.
School officials in West Orange are still mulling over questions surrounding masks and other reopening plans.
The push to “ensure a safe return to school in September” continues in West Orange, the district’s superintendent says.
See how college aid applications changed for West Orange area high schools.
“Remember, wherever your path leads – you are Mountaineers for life.”
Does your child have to wear a face mask when attending school in West Orange? Check the weather forecast, the district superintendent says.
"We encourage our students to attend in-person instruction wearing a mask, and dress in clothing appropriate for the weather."
Before this year's seniors head on to that next step in their lives, we want to take a moment to let their stars shine here on Patch.
A shooting occurred on school property in South Orange-Maplewood. There's no known connection to West Orange, an official says.
The West Orange School District is seeking community and district staff input to develop its 2021-2022 District Goals.
Lesley Chung said she's grateful to her parents for sacrificing so she could be the first in her family to earn a college degree in the U.S.
It’s been an eventful month for kids who ride the bus in the West Orange Public School District– and their parents. Here’s the latest.
Hundreds of students in West Orange may need to find a different way to get to school. Here’s why the cuts were made, an official says.
Courtesy/hazardous busing is being cut for some students in the 2021-2022 West Orange Public School District budget, administrators say.
West Orange High School senior Anya Dillard was named “2020-21 Student Leader of the Year.”
Tell us why your grad is special and send a message of congratulations on West Orange Patch.
Kimya Jackson has been named the new principal of Redwood Elementary School. “Education chose me,” she says.
“The West Orange schools hybrid model has been too limited despite a receding pandemic,” organizers said.
See recent COVID updates from West Orange School Superintendent Scott Cascone.
The annual list released by U.S. News and World Report ranks schools based on factors such as graduation rates and academic performance.
Rabbi Danny Nevins will take the reins at Golda Och Academy in July.
The West Orange Board of Education put forth its proposed budget for the upcoming school year.
The portion of U.S. residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been growing. Here's how it’s changed in Essex County.
A pair of COVID cases were reported after a cheer team banquet. But they aren't the reason why the high school is closing, an official says.
West Orange Superintendent: "Contact tracing has been conducted and notifications to students and staff have been taking place."
See the current demographics of the West Orange Public School District, and learn about its ongoing diversity efforts.
The Och family’s challenge gift represents one of the largest investments in faculty among Jewish day schools in the U.S., officials said.
From #BlackGirlsBooks, to a milestone 1,000th point, to a tenacious JROTC cadet, these West Orange students are raising the bar for success.
Gov. Phil Murphy's proposed $44.8 billion budget would mean increases in state aid to many school districts. West Orange is one of them.
West Orange Schools: Enrollment in the program is limited and will be determined by a lottery drawing to be held on March 26.
People from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply, West Orange school officials said.
A snow-inspired virtual learning day caught some flak from parents. Here’s why the decision was made, Superintendent Scott Cascone says.
West Orange school officials warned families to be careful if they gathered to watch the Super Bowl. The reopen timeline remains unchanged.