Return of Panther Pride: Our Path, Our OPS
Monday: C Day
SAVE THE DATE - HALLOWEEN: The annual OPS Halloween Parade will be in the afternoon on October 31st. The morning will be a typical school day, and all celebrations will occur in the afternoon. There will be one lunch period from 11:15 AM to 12:45 PM. Students may stay for lunch and change into their costumes at school, or go home for lunch and then change into their costumes. Please do not send students in costume in the morning. More details to follow.
SCHOOL COUNSELORS: OPS has two school counselors who welcome questions from families and are happy to be a resource. Mrs. Mason is our full-time counselor and primary support for grades 3–6. Mrs. Huston is part-time and primary support for grades K–2. Both counselors work with all students as needed and serve as the 504 coordinators for their grade levels. They will also run small groups throughout the year to support student needs.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT GRADES 4-6: Give your child a chance to make a difference! Our student government is a great way for fourth, fifth, and sixth graders to give back to the community and develop leadership skills. If your child is interested in joining this wonderful group, please fill out the application using the link HERE.
DID YOU KNOW? At OPS we believe that a problem is a possibility to learn and grow. This summer the OPS Student Code of Conduct was updated to be a progressive model with three grade ranges: K–1, 2–4, and 5–6. The focus is on learning from mistakes through reflection, restorative conversations, and targeted supports, paired with fair consequences when needed. Responses escalate for repeated or serious behaviors, progressing from reminders and reflection to detention or suspension, with ongoing family communication. Teachers and administrators have been reviewing expectations with students, including sharing a student-friendly Code of Conduct that is posted in all classrooms. We encourage families to read the Code of Conduct and discuss it together at home.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
Sept 17th: Board Meeting, 7:30PM, Auditorium
Sept 18th: Back to School Night for grades 4-6 see the schedule HERE
Sept 18th: Grade 5 Sharpe Trip Parent Meeting, 6:30PM, Auditorium
Sept 19th: Spirit Day - Wear Maroon & Gold
Sept 23rd & 24th: School Closed for Students
Sept 30th: PTA Class Parent Meeting, 6:30PM, Auditorium
Sept 30th: PTA Meeting, 7:30PM, Auditorium
Oct 1st: Grades K-5 Field Day
Oct 2nd: School Closed
Oct 3rd: Grades K-5 Field Day Raindate
Oct 3rd: Spirit Day - Wear Maroon & Gold
Oct 8th: PTA Volunteer HIB Training, 7 PM, Auditorium
Oct 8th: PTA Volunteer HIB Training, 10 AM, Auditorium
Oct 10th: Special Spirit Day: Wear an Oradell Kids 5K Shirt
Oct 13th: School Closed for Students, Parent-Teacher Conferences
You'll find the Parent Student Handbook link under the Parents Tab on the OPS website. The handbook can answer many of the questions you may have. Please read through it and share it with your child.
School Notices
Back to School Notices To Read
Back to School Notices To Be Completed
Online Dismissal Form - required for dismissal on 9/23/25
Annual Health Update - click to print or pick up a copy in the main office.
Milk Order Form - lunchtime milk starts 9/8/25
PTA Volunteer Information
Community Notices