East Orange School District

09/10/2026

Be sure to check it out: www.eastorange.k12.nj.us

𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗢𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗪𝗲𝗯𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

A new digital experience is underway for East Orange families.

The East Orange School District has launched a redesigned website aimed at making it easier for parents and caregivers to find school information, stay connected and get answers. The platform features translation across 130 languages, a multilingual chatbot, mobile-friendly navigation and new video tutorials in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.

Superintendent Dr. Christopher Irving says the goal is “clear, transparent communication without barriers.”

Learn what’s new, how families can use the website and where to turn for help.
Read https://www.tapinto.net/towns/east-orange-slash-orange/sections/education/articles/east-orange-school-district-launches-redesigned-website-to-strengthen-family-communication or visit TAPinto East Orange/Orange to read more https://www.tapinto.net/towns/east-orange-slash-orange

09/10/2026

A Great Start to the School Year!

We’re excited to share a look back at the first day of school across the district! Our schools were filled with excitement, energy, and plenty of smiles as students and staff kicked off a new school year.

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Irving, visited around the schools to welcome students and staff back and see the first-day excitement firsthand. We’re proud to see our school communities off to such a great start and look forward to all the year has in store for them!

📸 Here are a few moments from Superintendent Dr. Irving’s visits.

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09/08/2026

Attendance Awareness Month

Did you know September is Attendance Awareness Month? Throughout the month, we’ll be sharing important facts and reminders about why daily attendance matters and how being present at school each day can support student success.

From building foundational skills and creating healthy habits to supporting better grades and stronger friendships, every school day counts! ✅

Follow along as we highlight the many ways showing up today helps students succeed tomorrow. ✨

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09/07/2026

We will see you tomorrow as we return to the full day schedule 😊

09/03/2026

The East Orange School District proudly celebrates Dionne Warwick Institute on achieving Leader in Me Lighthouse Recertification Level 2! 🎉

Achieving Lighthouse status means that leadership is deeply embedded in the school’s culture, practices, and daily experiences. Reaching Recertification Level 2 takes that achievement even further, demonstrating that the school has not only maintained its commitment to Leader in Me, but has continued to grow, evolve, and create meaningful impact across the school community.

For Dionne Warwick Institute, leadership is more than a title. It is about empowering students and staff to find their voices, take ownership, build strong relationships, set goals, and make a positive difference.

Congratulations, Dionne Warwick Institute, on this remarkable achievement!

The East Orange School District is proud to celebrate your continued commitment to leadership, excellence, and student success.

Sharing a look at the celebration from Dionne Warwick Institute Red Carpet
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09/02/2026

We are proud to open our new gifted academy, proudly named after the late Johnnie Cochran. Serving students in grades 3–8, our scholars will begin this school year in an exciting, challenging, and enriching educational environment. We are committed to providing them with the tools, opportunities, and support they need to succeed.

A special thank you to Ms. Tracey L. Brown, Managing Partner of The Cochran Firm, for joining us and helping make this grand opening celebration so meaningful.

We would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to our Mayor Ted R. Green, and our dedicated Board members for their continued support, leadership, and commitment to our students and community.

We look forward to an incredible school year filled with learning, growth, excellence, and opportunity!

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09/02/2026

Welcome to our new principals! We are ready!

𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗧𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗢𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀

New leadership is taking shape across East Orange schools.

Four new principals are stepping into leadership roles at Gordon Parks Academy, East Orange STEM Academy, Edward T. Bowser School of Excellence and Althea Gibson Early Childhood Academy — and each is bringing a distinct vision for students, teachers and families.

From an East Orange graduate returning to lead the school she once attended, to veteran educators emphasizing advocacy, collaboration, communication and trust, meet the four leaders helping shape the district’s next chapter.

What do you want to see from school leadership in East Orange this year?

Read more on TAPinto East Orange.
Read https://www.tapinto.net/towns/east-orange-slash-orange/sections/education/articles/four-new-principals-bring-experience-community-ties-and-vision-to-east-orange-schools or visit TAPinto East Orange/Orange to read more https://www.tapinto.net/towns/east-orange-slash-orange

09/01/2026

09/01/2026

A new school year is here, and we’re excited to welcome our students, families, staff, and community back for the 2026–2027 school year! ❤️💙

Have you visited our NEW website yet? Head over to www.eastorange.k12.nj.us and explore everything the East Orange School District has to offer. From important district information and calendars to resources, programs, announcements, and more, our website has everything you need to stay connected and informed throughout the school year.

Be sure to visit your child’s school page, too, for school-specific news, updates, events, and important information.

The video is also available in:
Spanish: [https://vimeo.com/1222761701?fl=pl&fe=sh]
Haitian Creole: [https://vimeo.com/1222763249?fl=pl&fe=sh]

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