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Pathways Administration & Dr. Jones
#STARSontheGo, Administration participated in Summer Learning with Superintendent Dr. Jones
Heather Rosy, Pathways Elementary Teacher of the Year
Congratulations to Heather Rosy, the Pathways Elementary School 2026-27 Teacher of the Year!
more about the orange county schools teacher of the year program
Engage, Challenge, Inspire!
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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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OCS celebrates districtwide achievement and builds on consecutive years of academic progress
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During the June 15, 2026 Board of Education meeting, new leaders were approved for OCS department and school roles in the 2026-2027 school year.
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During the May 18, 2026 Board of Education meeting, new leaders were approved for OCS department and school roles in the 2026-2027 school year.
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Nearly 40 staff members are signing off in 2025-2026 with over 870 years of state service to their credit.
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ACT will reissue scores for online tests during school-day testing in the spring of 2026. No student’s score will be lower than what was previously released.
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Canvas resumed normal operations in NC after a third-party interim assessment found no signs of ongoing cybersecurity threat. Learn more in our May 11, 2026 update.
See Our Shining STARS!
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Grateful for our amazing PES community! Your non-perishable donations helped us launch the STAR Pantry and spread joy along the way. #RedRibbonWeek
News & Events
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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!