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Robin Leissner, Pathways Elementary School Teacher of the Year!
Congratulations to Robin Leissner, Pathways Elementary School 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year!
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We are celebrating 25 Years of Shining at the Hillsborough Light the Night Parade, joined by our 1st principal, Jamie Carr.
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![Board Notes - Regular Meeting for January 26, 2026]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725002967/orangecountyfirstcom/f02vmivpapi06cn0ouqu/board-meeting-gavel.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725002967/orangecountyfirstcom/f02vmivpapi06cn0ouqu/board-meeting-gavel.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725002967/orangecountyfirstcom/f02vmivpapi06cn0ouqu/board-meeting-gavel.png","width":800}])
The Orange County Board of Education held a regularly scheduled business meeting in a fully virtual format on January 26, 2026, for the safety of the public due to inclement weather conditions.
![Remote Learning Information for Students & Families]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1769522971/orangecountyfirstcom/orangecountyfirstcom/qju8skyobvymuemwckdu/RemoteLearningImages1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1769522971/orangecountyfirstcom/orangecountyfirstcom/qju8skyobvymuemwckdu/RemoteLearningImages1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1769522971/orangecountyfirstcom/orangecountyfirstcom/qju8skyobvymuemwckdu/RemoteLearningImages1.png","width":781}])
What is a Remote Learning Day in OCS? How do you find help with technology or assignments? Visit our page for details!
![Class of 2026 Commencement Ceremony Details]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1768425944/orangecountyfirstcom/dfoqq05gb9r8wjpuuyei/GradPost.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1768425944/orangecountyfirstcom/dfoqq05gb9r8wjpuuyei/GradPost.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1768425944/orangecountyfirstcom/dfoqq05gb9r8wjpuuyei/GradPost.png","width":800}])
Students and families of the Class of 2026, it's time to celebrate! View all details regarding the 2026 Commencement Ceremonies.
![Diana Ciarochi Named January 2026 Classified Employee of the Month!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1768242746/orangecountyfirstcom/fjn2pjgqsaxphh1vvcbh/DCiarochi-EOM2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1768242746/orangecountyfirstcom/fjn2pjgqsaxphh1vvcbh/DCiarochi-EOM2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1768242746/orangecountyfirstcom/fjn2pjgqsaxphh1vvcbh/DCiarochi-EOM2.png","width":800}])
Congratulations to Diana Ciarochi, Exceptional Children’s Teacher Assistant at Hillsborough Elementary School, for being named the OCS Classified Employee of the Month for January 2026!
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Welcome Orange County Schools Class of 2039! Kindergarten registration opens January 12, family welcome event announced for February 5 at OC Sportsplex.
The Orange County Board of Education held a special-called business meeting on December 11, 2025, at 200 E. King Street. The original meeting on Monday, December 8, was canceled for the safety of the public due to inclement weather.
From Our School Community
![The Star Pantry!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763750980/orangecountyfirstcom/nw55zeksw99ejuzelgbh/StarPantry.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763750980/orangecountyfirstcom/nw55zeksw99ejuzelgbh/StarPantry.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1763750980/orangecountyfirstcom/nw55zeksw99ejuzelgbh/StarPantry.png","width":800}])
Grateful for our amazing PES community! Your non-perishable donations helped us launch the STAR Pantry and spread joy along the way. #RedRibbonWeek
![Welcome Ms. Hamby, New AP for PES!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725984670/orangecountyfirstcom/cktfuoikoejizss9anjf/Hamby2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725984670/orangecountyfirstcom/cktfuoikoejizss9anjf/Hamby2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1725984670/orangecountyfirstcom/cktfuoikoejizss9anjf/Hamby2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1725984670/orangecountyfirstcom/cktfuoikoejizss9anjf/Hamby2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1725984670/orangecountyfirstcom/cktfuoikoejizss9anjf/Hamby2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1725984670/orangecountyfirstcom/cktfuoikoejizss9anjf/Hamby2.jpg","width":2200}])
On Monday, September 9, 2024, the Board of Education approved Jangi Hamby, recommended by Superintendent Dr. Danielle Jones, as Assistant Principal for Pathways Elementary School, effective September 26, 2024.
![PES is ready to "Dive into Learning" this school year!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724954546/orangecountyfirstcom/kmfcddbnvtpncblb5tpa/PES.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724954546/orangecountyfirstcom/kmfcddbnvtpncblb5tpa/PES.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1724954546/orangecountyfirstcom/kmfcddbnvtpncblb5tpa/PES.png","width":800}])
We are so excited for the 24-25 school year!!! We are ready to “Dive into learning” We cant wait to have all our Star(fish) back into the building!!!!
News & Events
![2025-2026 Lunch Application and CEP Qualified Schools]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1754424404/orangecountyfirstcom/qr7jlj5yb7fxxivppvta/IMG_9831EAT.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1754424404/orangecountyfirstcom/qr7jlj5yb7fxxivppvta/IMG_9831EAT.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1754424404/orangecountyfirstcom/qr7jlj5yb7fxxivppvta/IMG_9831EAT.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1754424404/orangecountyfirstcom/qr7jlj5yb7fxxivppvta/IMG_9831EAT.jpg","width":953}])
View our latest menus plus 2025-26 applications for Free and Reduced Price Meals! Students at approved Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) schools are approved for meals at no cost. Learn more!
Grateful for our amazing PES community! Your non-perishable donations helped us launch the STAR Pantry and spread joy along the way. #RedRibbonWeek
![Open House August 21, Back To School!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1754425030/orangecountyfirstcom/jxzjentffgzzppchasuo/IMG_1954OpenHouse.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1754425030/orangecountyfirstcom/jxzjentffgzzppchasuo/IMG_1954OpenHouse.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1754425030/orangecountyfirstcom/jxzjentffgzzppchasuo/IMG_1954OpenHouse.jpg","width":536}])
Traditional calendar schools welcome students and families for Open House on August 21... Check out our 2025-26 Back To School Guide for the complete schedule, and much more!
![Back To School Fair! First Ever, August 9 at Orange High School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1754425356/orangecountyfirstcom/d8fsre6kdyqtfvylgmne/TeamoBTS2025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1754425356/orangecountyfirstcom/d8fsre6kdyqtfvylgmne/TeamoBTS2025.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1754425356/orangecountyfirstcom/d8fsre6kdyqtfvylgmne/TeamoBTS2025.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1754425356/orangecountyfirstcom/d8fsre6kdyqtfvylgmne/TeamoBTS2025.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1754425356/orangecountyfirstcom/d8fsre6kdyqtfvylgmne/TeamoBTS2025.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1754425356/orangecountyfirstcom/d8fsre6kdyqtfvylgmne/TeamoBTS2025.jpg","width":2200}])
Don't miss your chance to be first in line for everything you need to succeed in 2025-26! Start the school year off right with Orange County Schools at the first-ever Back To School Fair August 9 at Orange High School from 12-4pm. Full details here on our website. Just be there!
![Back To School Guide for 2025-26!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1754430820/orangecountyfirstcom/epxlsdu30sycawreq62o/BackToSchool2025-2026.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1754430820/orangecountyfirstcom/epxlsdu30sycawreq62o/BackToSchool2025-2026.png","width":500}])
Visit our Back To School Guide filled with everything you need to succeed in 2025-26! Find school supply lists, bus requests, and much more at your fingertips.
On Monday, September 9, 2024, the Board of Education approved Jangi Hamby, recommended by Superintendent Dr. Danielle Jones, as Assistant Principal for Pathways Elementary School, effective September 26, 2024.
Some links are still under construction. More school calendar events will be forthcoming.
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200 E King St, Hillsborough, NC 27278, USA