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We look forward to adding new stories here to celebrate our students and our school all year long.
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Ten out of 13 schools in Orange County Schools earned a school performance grade of C or higher for the 2023-2024 school year, and 12 out of 13 schools met or exceeded growth targets, well above the state averages for both achievement and growth.
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Want to learn more so you can support your child in school? Look at the topics coming up in our first Family Academy session at New Hope ES on Thursday, September 12!
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It takes everyone from bus drivers, cafeteria staff, maintenance and custodians to our classroom teachers, support staff, and administrators to make Back To School successful.
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The second day of school for traditional calendar students was just as exciting as the first! For many kindergarten students, this was also their very first day in the classroom. We are on our way into this new school year -- filling classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, buses, gymnasiums, and every learning space in our schools with the sounds of learning.
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As first announced for Graduation 2024, for the safety of all our students, staff, volunteers, and guests, Orange County Schools will follow a Clear Bag Policy for all athletic and public events starting with the 2024-2025 school year. All guests will be permitted to carry ONLY CLEAR BAGS into the stadium or venue. Bags must be no longer than 12 inches and made of clear plastic. Bags which do not comply will NOT be allowed under any circumstances.
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Monday, August 26, 2024 was the first day for students on the traditional calendar! Buses and car riders are back on the road, cafeterias are filled with nutritious and delicious food, and classrooms are packed with students and educators making the most of every moment for learning and building stronger relationships!
From Our School Community
It takes everyone from bus drivers, cafeteria staff, maintenance and custodians to our classroom teachers, support staff, and administrators to make Back To School successful.
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Want to learn more so you can support your child in school? Look at the topics coming up in our first Family Academy session at New Hope ES on Thursday, September 12!
It takes everyone from bus drivers, cafeteria staff, maintenance and custodians to our classroom teachers, support staff, and administrators to make Back To School successful.
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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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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!
Some links are still under construction. More school calendar events will be forthcoming.
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300 W Tryon St, Hillsborough, NC 27278, USA
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New Hope Elementary School, 1900 New Hope Church Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA
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New Hope Elementary School, 1900 New Hope Church Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA
