Another Friday . . . another opportunity for OPS and OPD to join together for an event. We were thrilled to gather outside for a parade for Chief Liam and a lucky few students were able to see our Chief for a Day be sworn in at Borough Hall. #LoveOurOPSFamily #GreatDayForAParade
Curious about how the geosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and/or atmosphere interact? Find a fifth grader, and they will teach you all about it. Today, they used models to share their knowledge with fifth grade families. #PantherPride #SuperScientists #EngagedLearning
It's not to late to visit Oradell Arts Fest! And if you go, don't forget to check out our OPS student artwork on display in the Senior Center. #PantherPride #ShowcasingTheArts
There was so much to love about our May Board of Education meeting where we recognized retiring staff members, staff members reaching OPS anniversary milestones and our 2025 Educator of the Year. Students came to the podium to share stories about their teachers. Former OPS teachers returned to join in the celebration. Families of our staff members were able to be part of our OPS family for the night. It was a night to remember! #PantherPride #LoveOurOPSFamily #StrongRootsGrowAtOPS #WayOfThePanther #BestBoardMeeting
Congratulations to Oradell Boy Scout Troop 36's newest Eagle Scouts! It was a wonderful ceremony as we learned about the projects they accomplished and watched as they recognized the mentors in their lives. #SoBigNow #MakingADifference #PantherPride
It was a special day for our kindergarteners. They brought joy with their voices before sharing their favorite writing pieces from the year with their families. Thank you to our kindergarten and music teachers for continuing this wonderful tradition. #LoveOurOPSFamily #JustTheBeginning #WayOfThePanther #KindergartenCampOut
It was a beautiful day for OPS to collaborate with the Oradell Police Department for the 2025 Law Enforcement Torch Run to benefit Special Olympic athletes and programs. #LoveOurOPSFamily #WayOfThePanther #PantherPride
THIS JUST IN . . .Congratulations to Ms. Schaum and our 2025 Odyssey of the Mind Team. Not only did they place 4th in their division competing against teams from the United States, China, Poland, Hong Kong, Korea, Switzerland and Mexico, they were also awarded one of four Ranatra Fusca Creativity Awards. This award is presented to teams who exhibit exceptional creativity and represents the essence of the Odyssey of the Mind program. #PantherPride #Mission: GRIT #WayOfThePanther @njootm
Our Odyssey of the Mind team arrived on the campus of Michigan State University. They participated in opening ceremonies and finished their first event. One more event tomorrow and a ton of new experiences ahead! #PantherProud #SendingGoodVibes #EnjoyTheMoment
Tonight is the premiere of OPS’s SpongeBob the Musical: Youth Edition! Our talented cast is ready to make a splash. Don’t miss it—tickets are still available for Saturday’s show. #ProudPantherPrincipal #OPSmusical #HappensEveryTwoYears
Need to report an absence on the go? Check what rotating letter day it is? Want a reminder when it is a Spirit Day? Need an easy way to read this week's notices while waiting for 3:00 pick-up? Then consider downloading the Oradell Public School District app!
Today, in recognition of Earth Day, Oradell's Environmental and Beautification Committee organized a clean-up of Memorial Field. We had several students participate, including a group of 5th graders who have been learning about the importance of addressing water pollution as part of their work with the Panasonic Eco Citizenship Program. #PantherPride #KeepItGreen @boroughoforadell
What a great day at OPS! We got to welcome the kids of our own staff—now honorary Panthers—for Take Your Child to Work Day. It was wonderful seeing them in the same halls their parents have been teaching in. #PantherPride #LoveOurOPSFamily #TakeYourChildtoWork
Last week flew by, and we we never recognized these two! Last spring, 120 individuals applied to be Assistant Principal at OPS. These two rose to the top. They consistently work to help children, staff and our school community grow. We are so lucky to have them as part of our OPS Family. #PantherPride #LoveOurOPSFamily #MovingForwardTogether #BetterLateThanNever
On Friday, we challenged our staff to "team up" and create their own spirit day theme. Students and staff enjoyed trying to guess the different themes. We are so grateful for our staff and wish them a wonderful, restful week off! #LoveOurOPSFamily #PantherPride #BetterTogether
We were excited to welcome our former students back to OPS today as part of River Dell High School's Future Teacher Shadow Day Experience. #OnceAPantherAlwaysAPanther #PantherPride #FutureTeachers
As part of their Give Back activities, 6th graders collected dental supplies. Yesterday, they organized materials into Smile Packs for the Center for Food Action. The CFA adds Smile Packs to the weekend snack packs distributed to local elementary school children to encourage good dental hygiene habits. #GiveBack #PantherProud #ThePantherWay
Our 6th graders rolled out the red carpet and celebrated OPS in true Hollywood style at Friday night’s Spring Fling! A fun night of reminiscing, laughter, and time together before the final stretch. #OPSPride #PantherStrong #SpringFling2025
Hard work pays off! For the 13th year in a row, an Oradell Public School Odyssey of the Mind team has qualified for World Finals. The team placed first in their division at the State Finals yesterday. We wish Ms. Schaum and the team good luck when they travel to Michigan in May!!! #PantherProud #Mission:GRIT #WayofThePanther
#WayBackWednesday: Last week, first-grade families joined their children for March Math-ness! They participated in engaging math centers, experiencing firsthand how first graders learn and practice math skills in a fun, interactive way. #LoveOurOPSCommunity #TheWayofthePanther
