Mr. Dana Gaines, Principal | 135 Oakwood Avenue, Orange, NJ 07050
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Oakwood’s Collaborative Mission Statement
With a results-driven focus on improving student achievement, Oakwood Avenue Community School will ensure that students, parents, teachers and the community receives rigorous, robust and rewarding 21st Century learning experiences by way of:
● Professional collaboration
● An ongoing commitment to explore and implement new instructional best practices
● Mutual trust and respect
● Sharing and acknowledging successes
● Family and community engagement
Inclusivity
We prioritize inclusivity by actively promoting a welcoming and supportive environment where every student feels valued and empowered.
March 9, 2026
Orange Public Schools is now accepting preschool registrations for the 2026–2027 school year for FREE!If your child will be 3 by October 1st, 2026 or 4 years old, this is a wonderful opportunity to...
March 6, 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 6, 2026
The Superintendent's February 13th Weekly Update is now available: Click Here to Read It! Stay informed about the latest updates and achievements in our district!
March 5, 2026
Oakwood Avenue Community School is pleased to share the following important opportunities for our families:Family Support Organization of Essex County / Orange Public Schools – “Parent Café”Wednesd...
March 4, 2026
Join our FREE Early Literacy workshops and discover fun ways to support your child's reading journey right at home.Learn about brain development, language milestones, and playful literacy activitie...
March 2, 2026
Dear Orange Public Schools Families,We are excited to share that the official dates for our 2026 Graduation and Moving Up Ceremonies have now been posted.Our Superintendent remains committed to inf...
February 25, 2026
Good Day Oakwood Families & Staff,As we move through the the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) administration and begin gearing up for the upcoming New Jersey Student Learning ...
February 14, 2026
Did you know that women right here in Orange, NJ helped shape the OSHA workplace safety standards we all benefit from today? Help us build the Radium Girls Memorial and honor history right here in ...
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Current Families
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.
