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We look forward to adding new stories here to celebrate our students and our school all year long.
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Known for his 'unconditional' support of students and staff, Mr. José Hidalgo has been named OCS 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year.
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The Orange County Board of Education held a regular business meeting and annual budget public hearing on April 7, 2025.
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Dr. Sheldon Lanier, Chief Equity and Student Achievement Officer, recently completed the NCSSA Aspiring Superintendents Program.
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On four full days between April 8 and April 15, the community is welcome to share feedback on curriculum resources to help shape the future of math instruction in Orange County Schools. Read on to learn how you can participate.
The Orange County Board of Education held a regular business meeting on March 24, 2025.
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Orange High School Agriculture Teacher Alexis Cates has been named North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) Career and Technical Education (CTE) Teacher of the Year for Orange County Schools!
From Our School Community
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We are back to school and working hard at Partnership Academy High School, teachers and students learning together side by side every day.
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We are back to school and working hard at Partnership Academy High School, teachers and students learning together side by side every day.
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As we approach the beginning of the traditional calendar for the 2024-25 School Year, new Campus Student and Campus Parent portals will help everyone get more insight and information on the go. We also hope you will stay tuned to our new website, your school's new website, and especially our Back To School hub with links to important information.
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New this year! Students who attend an approved Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) do not need to fill out an application as they are approved for meals at no cost. Learn more and view the application for Free and Reduced Price Meals!
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200 E King St, Hillsborough, NC 27278, USA