May 1, 2026
Superintendent's Weekly Update - Week of May 1, 2026
The Superintendent's May 1st Weekly Update is now available: VIEW NOW! Stay informed about the latest updates and achievements in our district!
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Heywood Avenue School in Orange, New Jersey is a public Pre-K through 7th grade school within the Orange Board of Education. The school emphasizes academic rigor, STEAM readiness, and holistic development in a safe, caring environment. With small class sizes, a diverse student body, and strong family engagement, Heywood Avenue School offers programs in core academics, art, music, world languages, physical education, and special education. Students are celebrated for academic achievement, attendance, and leadership through awards and activities, while community involvement is fostered through events, Student Council, and PTA initiatives.
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April 24, 2026
You're Invited: Bilingual Parent Advisory Council Meeting | April 28
Join us this Tuesday, April 28 from 6:00–8:00 PM at Lincoln Avenue School (Media Center) for our Bilingual Parent Advisory Council (BPAC) meeting. Your voice matters, so come connect, share, and he...
April 24, 2026
Understanding Autism: Community Conversation for Families & Educators
Autism Awareness Month | Community Conversation: The Legion of Good Will Paiva Netto Education Center, in Newark, NJ, is hosting a workshop titled “Understanding Autism: A Community Conversation fo...
April 24, 2026
May 2026 Calendar
The May school calendar is now available! Stay up to date with important events, testing dates, holidays, and special activities happening throughout the month. We encourage families and staff to r...
April 24, 2026
Superintendent's Weekly Update - Week of April 24, 2026
The Superintendent's April 24th Weekly Update is now available: VIEW NOW! Stay informed about the latest updates and achievements in our district!
April 22, 2026
May Menus Are Here!
The May lunch menus are now available! You can access them in two ways:📄 Download or print the PDF versions here:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/13Q_4sIqAq7VcR7d-z0ofHAtKABtygr2E📱 View the ...
April 21, 2026
Join Us for Poetry Night - Cast Your LIVE Vote & Hear Student Voices!
April is National Poetry Month - and Orange Public Schools is celebrating in the BEST way. Come out this Thursday, April 23rd | 6:00–8:00 PM for an unforgettable Poetry Night at the OPA I&...
April 20, 2026
FREE Dental Exams for Students!
The Orange Dental Center is offering Orange Public School students a FREE comprehensive Dental Exam and X-rays, helping to remove barriers to essential oral health care and support overall well-b...
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Prospective Families
With a commitment to personalized learning, academic excellence, and a nurturing community, we offer an environment where every student can thrive. Explore our innovative programs, meet our dedicated teachers, and see firsthand how we exceed state standards.
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Current Families
We maintain constant communication with our students' families to ensure their children have access to an exceptional education at our institution. We offer a wealth of online resources to support current families and their child’s educational journey.