March 13, 2026
Superintendent's Weekly Update - Week of March 13, 2026
The Superintendent's March 13th Weekly Update is now available: Click Here to Read It! Stay informed about the latest updates and achievements in our district!
Ms. Carrie Halstead, Principal | "We Are Ready!"

Welcome to
Orange Preparatory Academy
of Inquiry and Innovation
We are an 8th grade academy designed to support students’ developmental and academic needs through a balance of core subjects and engaging electives. Our goal is to help our scholars grow into healthy, open-minded, and responsible young people who are ready to make a difference in their communities. With caring teachers, personalized support, and programs that focus on both academics and well-being, we make sure our scholars feel prepared, supported, and inspired.

Inclusivity
We prioritize inclusivity by actively promoting a welcoming and supportive environment where every student feels valued and empowered.
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March 13, 2026
The Superintendent's March 13th Weekly Update is now available: Click Here to Read It! Stay informed about the latest updates and achievements in our district!
March 12, 2026
Orange Public Schools invites families to join us for a meaningful Parent Café conversation on “Parenting During Challenging Times.”━━━━━━━━━━━━━━This supportive discussion will give parents and ca...
March 12, 2026
Orange Public Schools is excited to launch three new basketball opportunities for our students in grades Pre-K through 12th this spring. Whether your child is just learning the game or ready for co...
March 12, 2026
Good afternoon Orange Prep Family:Today will will have our PTSO virtual meeting. It is scheduled for 6:00 pm. Please see the flyer attached and the link below to join. I am very hopeful all o...
March 12, 2026
Orange Public Schools is hosting an Evening Registration Event for the FREE Preschool Program for the 2026–2027 school year.Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2026Time: 3:30 PM – 6:30 PMLast sign-in: 6:00 ...
March 11, 2026
Our youngest scholars are invited to join the Superintendent’s Basketball Skills & Drills program for students in Pre-K through 3rd Grade! This program helps students stay active while building...
March 11, 2026
Students in Grades 6–12 are invited to participate in the Superintendent’s Basketball Open Gym, a free opportunity for students to stay active, build skills, and enjoy recreational basketball in a ...
March 11, 2026
Students in Grades 4–5 and 6–7 are invited to join the Superintendent’s Intramural Basketball League beginning Saturday, March 14, 2026 at Lincoln Avenue Elementary School!🕙 League Time: 10:00 AM –...

Verizon Innovative Learning School
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 how we prepare our scholars for High School.

Parents and Students
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.