Orange County Public Schools - Orange, Virginia

06/15/2026

Congratulations OCHS FFA!
Your hard work, dedication and love of agriculture is inspiring.🌱🐄🚜


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06/10/2026

BIG THINGS ARE COMING TO ORANGE COUNTY! We're breaking ground on the future!

Join Orange County Public Schools as we celebrate the start of construction on our new Career & Technical Education Center, a place where students will gain hands-on skills, explore career pathways, and prepare for success in college, careers, and beyond.

Be part of this exciting milestone as we turn a vision into reality for generations of Orange County students!

📅 Monday, July 20, 2026
⏰ 9:00 A.M.
📍 Orange County High School - 201 Selma Drive, Orange, VA

🌦 Rain Date: Friday, July 24, 2026 at 9:00 A.M.

RSVP by July 10 🔗 bit.ly/OCPSCTE

Bring your excitement, your community spirit, and help us celebrate a project that will shape the future of Orange County for years to come!

06/09/2026

Last night, Orange County High School proudly celebrated the achievements of its Spring Varsity student-athletes, coaches, and teams following an outstanding season of competition and success.

The evening included recognition of District Players of the Year, Regional Players of the Year, Coaches of the Year, State Champions, and other notable athletic accomplishments.

These achievements reflect the hard work, sportsmanship, and commitment of our student-athletes, coaches, families, and supporters.

Congratulations to all award recipients and athletic programs on a remarkable season! We look forward to celebrating your continued success.

06/06/2026

Looking for a fun family friendly event today? Swing by the Marquis Station in Unionville! OC Books and Beyond Rotary Club of Orange Va

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05/28/2026

Thank you Retirees for your countless hours loving students and supporting staff. We appreciate you and wish you well in retirement!💫

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05/28/2026

Learn more about our Summer Meals Program here: https://www.ocss-va.org/departments/school-nutrition/seamless-summer-program

05/27/2026

Congratulations to all of our OC Champs!! 🧡💙🏆

05/27/2026

Thank you Jennifer Conley for your dedication to preserving local history as well as teaching students its value.

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SPOTLIGHT ON: Democracy in Dialogue Virtual Exchange

Students at Prospect Heights Middle School in Orange County, VA, recently demonstrated how exploring local community stories can deepen our understanding of the past and inspire meaningful commemoration for the future.

Last fall, the group participated in the Smithsonian’s Democracy in Dialogue Virtual Exchange program, which connects educators and classrooms across the country in semester long learning collaborations. Advised by Orange County History teacher Jennifer Conley, they were paired with students in Houston, TX led by fellow Democracy in Dialogue Facilitator, Desna McDonald. Under the guiding theme of “Building School Pride Through Student Voices,” the two classes explored the unique stories of their communities and shared their discoveries with their counterparts over the course of their fall exchange.

One project group in Orange decided to focus their efforts on learning more about the history of their school. They found that the school started as a segregated elementary school 70 years ago, not far from the current building, and over time, the transitioned into a middle school named “Prospect Heights.” Through primary source research with newspaper archives and individual interviews, the students pieced together the memories and moments of the school’s past. One student reflected, “Being part of the Prospect Heights research project helped me feel closer to my community because I learned about people and stories that are often forgotten. It made me realize that history is not just something in textbooks, but something connected to real families and places around us today.”

Even after the research ended and the project was officially completed, the students continued the work. They were determined to ensure the stories were preserved and honored for future generations. Collaborating with school leaders, local organizations, and even the granddaughter of Evangeline Z. Mallory, the woman who originally named the school, they helped design a commemorative plaque that bears her name and now stands at the entrance of Prospect Heights.

In April, former teachers, alumni, and community members gathered for a ceremony to celebrate the installation of the plaque. One student concluded, “The plaque is important because it honors the history of Prospect Heights and gives future generations a chance to learn about the people who helped shape our community.”

The project highlights the value of local storytelling in building community awareness and illustrates the growth, and agency students develop when interest and encouragement intersect.

To learn more about the Smithsonian's Democracy in Dialogue Virtual Exchange Program, please visit: https://www.si.edu/educators/democracy-in-dialogue-virtual-exchange-program

05/27/2026

Congratulations to winners of the Orange County Historical Society Essay contest! This year’s topic focused on America’s 250th Anniversary.🇺🇸

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05/26/2026

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