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We look forward to adding new stories here to celebrate our students and our school all year long.
![Fifth grade students participate in project based, cross curricular learning]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727982938/orangecountyfirstcom/x7eq3yih86uvufnkvh95/ProjectBasedCurricular.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727982938/orangecountyfirstcom/x7eq3yih86uvufnkvh95/ProjectBasedCurricular.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727982938/orangecountyfirstcom/x7eq3yih86uvufnkvh95/ProjectBasedCurricular.png","width":800}])
Project based, cross curricular learning is happening with our 5th grade team in tandem with our media coordinator, Mrs. Carson, ESL and EC! We are utilizing research and design processes + our Makers Space to build and test the perfect insulated cup that holds the most heat!
![UNC & NCCU Student Mentor Program]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727982938/orangecountyfirstcom/iaqrrkaw0wcb2y7rnub9/UNCNCCUVisit.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727982938/orangecountyfirstcom/iaqrrkaw0wcb2y7rnub9/UNCNCCUVisit.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727982938/orangecountyfirstcom/iaqrrkaw0wcb2y7rnub9/UNCNCCUVisit.png","width":800}])
Community Schools Coordinator, Cherokee McAdoo, organized a 2nd year of our newly expanded, incredible mentoring program w/students from UNC + NCCU!
![NHE Family Dinner]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727982938/orangecountyfirstcom/xotqzb6nvl88jjrntgap/FamilyDinner.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727982938/orangecountyfirstcom/xotqzb6nvl88jjrntgap/FamilyDinner.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727982938/orangecountyfirstcom/xotqzb6nvl88jjrntgap/FamilyDinner.png","width":800}])
Family dinner for our Hispanic/Latinx families with students in tutoring, to build community and discuss their students academic success!
![Collage of two images, 8 in top row 6 in bottom row]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727798386/orangecountyfirstcom/rnzcgdrub4bct51iihzu/Principals-1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727798386/orangecountyfirstcom/rnzcgdrub4bct51iihzu/Principals-1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727798386/orangecountyfirstcom/rnzcgdrub4bct51iihzu/Principals-1.png","width":800}])
October 1st marks the start of National School Principals month, a time for staff, students, families and other school community members to recognize school leaders across the nation.
![Layla Allen, Beginning Teacher of the Year poses]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727791648/orangecountyfirstcom/r93e5nddrjwkg68hqsok/btoy2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727791648/orangecountyfirstcom/r93e5nddrjwkg68hqsok/btoy2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727791648/orangecountyfirstcom/r93e5nddrjwkg68hqsok/btoy2.png","width":800}])
“Ms. Allen also has a unique gift of creating a safe and unifying student community with her kind demeanor and inclusive leadership”
![Flip Your Ballot, Don't Skip the 2024 School Bond Vote]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727470295/orangecountyfirstcom/mb3b2vgfplaypvgijdmf/2024OrangeCountySchoolBondSticker.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727470295/orangecountyfirstcom/mb3b2vgfplaypvgijdmf/2024OrangeCountySchoolBondSticker.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727470295/orangecountyfirstcom/mb3b2vgfplaypvgijdmf/2024OrangeCountySchoolBondSticker.png","width":745}])
During the upcoming general election, Orange County voters will consider a $300 million bond referendum to fund facility replacements, renovations, and repairs for Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools (CHCCS) and Orange County Schools (OCS). The information here will educate voters about the bond — so you can vote with confidence.
From Our School Community
Project based, cross curricular learning is happening with our 5th grade team in tandem with our media coordinator, Mrs. Carson, ESL and EC! We are utilizing research and design processes + our Makers Space to build and test the perfect insulated cup that holds the most heat!
Community Schools Coordinator, Cherokee McAdoo, organized a 2nd year of our newly expanded, incredible mentoring program w/students from UNC + NCCU!
Family dinner for our Hispanic/Latinx families with students in tutoring, to build community and discuss their students academic success!
News & Events
Project based, cross curricular learning is happening with our 5th grade team in tandem with our media coordinator, Mrs. Carson, ESL and EC! We are utilizing research and design processes + our Makers Space to build and test the perfect insulated cup that holds the most heat!
Community Schools Coordinator, Cherokee McAdoo, organized a 2nd year of our newly expanded, incredible mentoring program w/students from UNC + NCCU!
Family dinner for our Hispanic/Latinx families with students in tutoring, to build community and discuss their students academic success!
![A.L. Stanback Cafeteria Staff]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1722870895/orangecountyfirstcom/hqoujqgvfljcyzhqbaaw/Showcase3Template1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1722870895/orangecountyfirstcom/hqoujqgvfljcyzhqbaaw/Showcase3Template1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1722870895/orangecountyfirstcom/hqoujqgvfljcyzhqbaaw/Showcase3Template1.png","width":800}])
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!
![Bus Tour for New Hope Elementary, thanks to Chick Fil A]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724949140/orangecountyfirstcom/qpety1lkxuk9tzmdxux6/GVrzvcKXoAESvLs.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724949140/orangecountyfirstcom/qpety1lkxuk9tzmdxux6/GVrzvcKXoAESvLs.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1724949140/orangecountyfirstcom/qpety1lkxuk9tzmdxux6/GVrzvcKXoAESvLs.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1724949140/orangecountyfirstcom/qpety1lkxuk9tzmdxux6/GVrzvcKXoAESvLs.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1724949140/orangecountyfirstcom/qpety1lkxuk9tzmdxux6/GVrzvcKXoAESvLs.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1724949140/orangecountyfirstcom/qpety1lkxuk9tzmdxux6/GVrzvcKXoAESvLs.jpg","width":2048}])
Our NHE School Bus Tour has been been amazing! So good to see our amazing families! Big shout out to Chick-fil-a from Carraway for providing the fun with their cow mascot and free goodies!
![Orange County Schools - North Carolina]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724251333/orangecountyfirstcom/anwejkuu4neabboocthi/ocs-logo-color-rgb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724251333/orangecountyfirstcom/anwejkuu4neabboocthi/ocs-logo-color-rgb.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1724251333/orangecountyfirstcom/anwejkuu4neabboocthi/ocs-logo-color-rgb.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1724251333/orangecountyfirstcom/anwejkuu4neabboocthi/ocs-logo-color-rgb.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1724251333/orangecountyfirstcom/anwejkuu4neabboocthi/ocs-logo-color-rgb.jpg","width":1475}]){kind=logo}
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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