West Orange High School Closing For 2 Weeks; Multiple COVID Cases

West Orange Superintendent: "Contact tracing has been conducted and notifications to students and staff have been taking place."

West Orange Schools Advance Diversity, Equity, Access Initiative

See the current demographics of the West Orange Public School District, and learn about its ongoing diversity efforts.

$10M Gift Will Boost Teachers At Golda Och Academy In West Orange

The Och family’s challenge gift represents one of the largest investments in faculty among Jewish day schools in the U.S., officials said.

5 West Orange Students Who Deserve A Round Of Applause

From #BlackGirlsBooks, to a milestone 1,000th point, to a tenacious JROTC cadet, these West Orange students are raising the bar for success.

Here’s What Proposed NJ Budget Means For West Orange School Aid

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.

Lottery Set For Integrated Preschool Enrollment In West Orange

West Orange Schools: Enrollment in the program is limited and will be determined by a lottery drawing to be held on March 26.

West Orange Schools Seeking Sub Teachers, Paraprofessionals

People from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply, West Orange school officials said.

West Orange Parents Complain About Abrupt ‘Virtual Learning Day’

A snow-inspired virtual learning day caught some flak from parents. Here’s why the decision was made, Superintendent Scott Cascone says.

School Reopening Continues In West Orange After Super Bowl

West Orange school officials warned families to be careful if they gathered to watch the Super Bowl. The reopen timeline remains unchanged.

Coronavirus Cases As West Orange Schools Reopen: UPDATED

Several COVID-19 cases were confirmed on the West Orange High School hockey team. A case was also seen at Redwood Elementary School.

West Orange Teacher Earns Top Honor From NJ Dept. Of Education

Keri Orange-Jones jumpstarted her educational career through the state’s alternate route program. She’s come a long way since then.

Changing Of Guard At Kelly School: New Principal In West Orange

It won’t be easy to fill the shoes of retired principal Joanne Pollara. But if anyone’s got the talent, it’s Joel Castillo.

West Orange Petition Supports School Reopening: 'Stay The Course'

West Orange’s schools hit the brakes on a reopen plan as COVID-19 cases spiked in NJ. Now, some parents say it's safe for in-person classes.

West Orange School Board Reorganizes; Melinda Huerta Sworn In

West Orange’s newest school board member was officially sworn in for her term. The board voted for a new president and vice president.

​West Orange High School Gets $2K Grant After Fundraising Effort

The school this September raised $48,000 for the Nikhil Badlani Foundation.

​Liberty Middle School Teacher Awarded For STEM Education

The teacher was named the "Future Goals Teacher of the Month" in November.

Seton Hall Prep In West Orange Goes Back To All-Remote Classes

Seton Hall Preparatory School in West Orange is once again switching to all-remote classes due to the coronavirus.

East Orange School Named After NJ Lieutenant Gov. Sheila Oliver

“I am deeply touched and humbled that this new school will carry my name,” New Jersey Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver said.

Legacy of Kindness: West Orange Principal Retires After 37 Years

Kelly Elementary School Principal Joanne Pollara may be retiring after 37 years in education, but her legacy will remain for generations.

West Orange School Will Quarantine For 2 Weeks Due To Coronavirus

Superintendent: COVID-19 cases have been confirmed at Kelly Elementary School, West Orange High School and Liberty Middle School.

West Orange Schools Hit Brakes On Reopen Plan: Coronavirus Update

The West Orange Public School District is postponing its plan to roll out a “hybrid” learning model on Nov. 9.

Seton Hall Prep In West Orange Sees 3 COVID Cases, Goes Remote

Other schools across Essex County have reported coronavirus cases. Some are choosing to reopen in-person, others to stay all-online.

Gov. Murphy Praises West Orange Schools For Face Mask Campaign

“Leaders Wear Masks.” It’s a message that struck a chord in West Orange – and with Gov. Phil Murphy.

West Orange Schools Move Forward: ‘Diversity, Equity, Access’

Since spring, schools in the district have been providing professional development in the form of discussions, teaching, book clubs and art.

West Orange Schools See More COVID-19 Cases; Transportation Down

The transportation department will shut down until Oct. 23. A case of the virus was also confirmed on the WOHS boys JV soccer team.

West Orange School To Close; 3 COVID Cases Confirmed: Officials

Washington School in West Orange will shut down for 14 days after three cases of the coronavirus were confirmed among staff and students.

Essex County Scholarship Winners Attending MSU, Rutgers

Azana Sall and Izdihar Benjamin, both of East Orange, earned 2020 awards. Sall plans to become an OB/GYN; Benjamin plans to teach.

West Orange School Reopening Goes Smoothly, With A Few Hiccups

A historic first day of school took place in West Orange, with students logging online instead of attending class in person.

2 West Orange Students Earn Way Into National Merit Semifinals

These West Orange seniors are in select company, making the cut from among more than 1.5 million high school students across the nation.

West Orange Middle School Students Get Head Start On Unique Year

It’s hard enough moving up to high school. For 525 middle school students in West Orange, it will happen amid the coronavirus crisis.

West Orange To Get Lower School Aid Than Expected Amid COVID-19

West Orange is one of nearly 400 districts amid the coronavirus crisis that will get less aid than what Gov. Murphy first proposed.

21 New Jersey Colleges Make Money’s 2020-21 ‘Best Value’ List

This year’s ranking released by Money magazine shows which U.S. colleges offer the “best value.”

West Orange Students Will Start School Remotely Amid Coronavirus

West Orange’s public schools will start the year with virtual classes before eventually transitioning to a “hybrid” model.

3 Candidates File For 2020 West Orange School Board Election

Here are the candidates who filed to run for the West Orange Board of Education.

Massive Chromebook Distribution Starts For West Orange Students

The West Orange Public School District entered the home stretch of an effort to give Chromebooks to all students in grades K-9.

‘Safe Routes To Schools’ At Redwood, Washington In West Orange

The recognition acknowledges work done to ensure that routes to schools are safe for students, families and staff.

West Orange Schools Hold Town Hall On Reopening: WATCH

A draft plan is on the books and the final feedback loop has begun as the new school year approaches in West Orange.

West Orange Schools Nearing ‘Critical Pivot Point’ For Reopening

West Orange district officials will hold a virtual town hall meeting about their coronavirus reopening plan on Wednesday.

'The Road Back': Here's The Plan To Reopen West Orange's Schools

West Orange Superintendent: “Needless to say, the district will be unable to accommodate 100 percent of its students on a daily basis.”

Returning To School In West Orange: What Will It Look Like?

What will schools in West Orange look like when students return this fall? That's still up in the air –but a plan is in the works.