Orange County Public Schools - Orange, Virginia

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The Orange County School Board does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, marital status, status as a veteran, genetic information or disability. Compliance inquiries should be directed to the Direc

tor of Human Resources, 200 Dailey Drive, Orange, VA 22960 or by phone at 540-661-4550. The Orange County Public Schools web site collects no personal information, does not place a "cookie" on your computer, and will not track your movements through the web site.

Our community continues to show what it means to be ! 🧡💙Thank you to Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Jeff Earnhardt ...
09/14/2026

Our community continues to show what it means to be ! 🧡💙

Thank you to Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Jeff Earnhardt for supporting Feeding OC. His generous contribution allowed the program to add a third refrigerator for Fill the Fridge, helping provide even more support to OCPS students and families.

A special thank-you to Huckleberry Tire Service for delivering the refrigerator!

Learn more about the program at https://www.ocss-va.org/parents/feeding-oc

Why do we need a 1% sales tax if Virginia already has lottery funding for schools?Lottery funding is part of Virginia’s ...
09/14/2026

Why do we need a 1% sales tax if Virginia already has lottery funding for schools?

Lottery funding is part of Virginia’s overall funding for public education. The state determines how much it will provide for K–12 schools and then uses several funding sources, including Lottery revenue, to meet that amount. This means Lottery dollars may replace money that otherwise would have come from the state’s General Fund. While Lottery funding benefits schools, it does not mean additional funding beyond the state’s existing commitment.

Simply put, “dedicated to education” does not necessarily mean “extra money for education.” In addition, much of the state funding schools receive is categorical and must support state-required initiatives such as the Virginia Literacy Act, academic tutoring, and efforts to reduce chronic absenteeism.

The proposed 1% sales tax is separate from Lottery funding. If approved, it would create a new, dedicated source of local revenue that could be used only for eligible school construction and major renovation projects.

Learn more at https://bit.ly/OCPSVA1

The Lake of the Woods Arts Fine Art Show & Sale returns September 26 & 27, featuring more than 50 artists and a wide var...
09/13/2026

The Lake of the Woods Arts Fine Art Show & Sale returns September 26 & 27, featuring more than 50 artists and a wide variety of work, including painting, photography, glass, fiber, jewelry, pottery, woodworking, sculpture and more!

Even better, this community event gives back to our students. Raffle, silent auction and Giving Table proceeds support Orange County Public Schools Art Programs! 🎨

đź“… September 26 & 27
⏰ 10 a.m.–4 p.m. both days
🎟️ Free admission

Come enjoy incredible local art while helping inspire the next generation of artists in OCPS! Thank you, Lake of the Woods Arts, for supporting arts education in our schools!🧡💙

Learn more at: https://lakeofthewoodsarts.com/

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09/11/2026

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🇺🇸 We Remember. We Honor. We Stand Together.🧡💙This morning, Prospect Heights Middle School students and staff came toget...
09/11/2026

🇺🇸 We Remember. We Honor. We Stand Together.🧡💙

This morning, Prospect Heights Middle School students and staff came together to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the courage and service shown in the moments and days that followed.

The Patriot Day ceremony included the Presentation of Colors by a local Scout troop, a moment of silence, music, and a look back at the events of that day.

Students also had the opportunity to hear personal accounts from Mike Allers, who shared his experience in New York City, and Chuck Elmore, who shared his experience at the Pentagon through a recorded message.

This morning, JROTC cadets hosted a 911 Rememberance Ceremony at OCHS. Thank you to our local public safety members and ...
09/11/2026

This morning, JROTC cadets hosted a 911 Rememberance Ceremony at OCHS. Thank you to our local public safety members and veterans who stood with students to honor the brave men and women that we remember on this day. Thank you also to the Babcock family for adding their vintage ambulance and fire truck to the event.🇺🇸

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This week’s Beyond the Classroom spotlight features Orange County High School student-athlete Elizabeth Quattlebaum, who...
09/10/2026

This week’s Beyond the Classroom spotlight features Orange County High School student-athlete Elizabeth Quattlebaum, who has her sights set on a future career in marketing.

Through her Marketing Internship, Elizabeth is taking what she learns in Strategic Marketing class and putting it to work on real projects. For R.S. Coleman Lumber, she’s researching sustainable forestry, filming on location, and creating educational videos. At Piedmont Sports Center, she’s helping strengthen branding and messaging while designing graphics for upcoming events. She’s also creating promotional graphics for OCHS.

Every logo, graphic, and video is helping Elizabeth build her portfolio and giving her valuable experience for her future career.

When she’s not creating, Elizabeth stays busy as a member of FCA and a OCHS Girls Basketball and Orange County HS Girls Soccer student-athlete.

We’re grateful for local businesses like Coleman Lumber and Piedmont Sports Center that invest in our students and the next generation of Orange County’s workforce. 🧡💙

Learn more about Elizabeth’s Beyond the Classroom experience:
https://www.ocss-va.org/departments/curriculum-instruction/communityschool-partnerships/beyond-the-classroom/~board/beyond-the-classroom/post/elizabeth-quattlebaum-sets-her-sights-on-a-future-career-in-marketing

On November 3, Orange County voters will consider a proposed 1% local sales tax referendum to support eligible school co...
09/09/2026

On November 3, Orange County voters will consider a proposed 1% local sales tax referendum to support eligible school construction, renovation, and modernization projects.

If approved, the revenue could be used only for eligible school capital projects and related financing costs. The additional tax would apply to purchases already subject to Virginia sales tax. Food purchased for human consumption, essential personal hygiene products, and prescription medication would NOT be subject to it.

Join us for an upcoming community engagement session:

đź“Ť Sept. 23 - Districts 4 & 5, Locust Grove Middle School
đź“Ť Sept. 30 - District 3, Orange County High School
đź“Ť Oct. 14 - District 2, Lightfoot Elementary School
đź“Ť Oct. 21 - District 1, Gordon-Barbour Elementary School

All sessions begin at 6:30 p.m. Questions must be submitted in advance using this form: https://forms.gle/WpJDMpvywuaXMv2i9

Learn more: https://bit.ly/OCPSVA1

September is Attendance Awareness Month! Every school day matters at OCPS. Addressing chronic absenteeism helps improve ...
09/09/2026

September is Attendance Awareness Month! Every school day matters at OCPS. Addressing chronic absenteeism helps improve academic achievement, strengthens graduation rates, and gives every student the best opportunity to succeed in school and beyond.

We are proud to share that chronic absenteeism in OCPS has decreased by 2.55% since the 2023–2024 school year. Together, we are making attendance a priority! 🧡💙

Learn how you can help your child build the habit of good attendance https://www.attendanceworks.org/resources/handouts-for-families-2/

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