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Speaking of Schools: Daniel Kearns-Pickett on the OCS Health and Wellness Fair

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 30, 2025 | Speaking of Schools

Orange County Schools Mental Health Coordinator Daniel Kearns-Pickett spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, April 30. He discussed the upcoming Second Annual Orange County Schools Health and Wellness Fair at Orange High School on Saturday, May 3 from noon to 3 p.m. He talked about what would be at the Health and Wellness Fair, what motivated its creation initially, and who it is aiming to serve. He also discussed his journey in education, the importance of student mental health, and more.

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CHCCS, Orange County Schools to Hold Remote Learning Friday As Region Thaws From Winter Weather

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Feb 20, 2025 | Higher Education, Instagram, Pre-K - 12 Education, Weather

After several inches of snow fell Wednesday, many local schools are turning to remote learning options Thursday for their students and staff.

Orange County School Board Adopts Resolution Supporting Immigrant Families, Students

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Feb 14, 2025 | Instagram, National, Pre-K - 12 Education

Orange County’s school board passed a resolution in favor of helping its immigrant families and students, the latest act of local support.

Orange County Schools Closed, CHCCS Declares Remote Learning for Thursday As Cold Temps Keep Snow and Ice

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jan 22, 2025 | Local Government, Pre-K - 12 Education, Weather

Thanks to a light snow that fell Tuesday night, the Orange County community saw its schools cancel instruction on Wednesday.

Speaking of Schools: Orange County Schools Executive Director of Elementary Education Ambra Wilson

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 21, 2025 | Speaking of Schools

ange County Schools Executive Director of Elementary Education Ambra Wilson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, January 21. She discussed an upcoming event called “Ready, Set, Kindergarten” that will be at the Orange County Sportsplex on Thursday, January 23. She discussed the motivation for the event, the logistics, what people can expect when they go, and more.

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Orange County Schools’ Jason Johnson Named Regional Principal of the Year, State Finalist

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jan 16, 2025 | Pre-K - 12 Education, State

Jason Johnson, the principal for Orange High School, was named the 2025 Wells Fargo North Carolina Central Regional Principal of the Year.

Orange County Schools On 2-Hour Delay For Tuesday; Other Districts on Normal Schedule

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jan 13, 2025 | Pre-K - 12 Education, Weather

Students in the Orange County Schools district will have no classes on Monday, Jan. 13 as a result of icy road conditions — while Chatham County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay.