The Orange Public Schools
Parent University
Gerald Fitzhugh II, Ed.D., Superintendent of Schools
The Orange Public Schools seeks to educate and empower families as advocates and lifelong learners committed to improving the overall health and well-being of children and our community. Our free and reduced-price workshops offer parents a range of experiences across various topics. Courses will be accessible to parents via this online registration system. We invite parents, families, and the Orange Community interested in attending courses/workshops to apply here. All applications will be reviewed upon submission with quick feedback on acceptance status.
Academic Support Academy II
March 2024 - May 2024
This Academy offers courses and sessions designed to give parents academic content/curriculum-based strategies.
parent university Spring Sessions:
Supporting our children
Supporting Special Education, Early Childhood Learning
Provider: Etienne Enrichment, LLC
Course Number: ASA022024
Course Title: Addressing Behaviors in Children
Course Description: The three-part workshop series is designed to empower parents with effective strategies for handling challenging behaviors in young children.
Course requirements: Internet access
Audience/format: Virtual/In-person
Class Frequency: Three, 60-minute sessions
Class Day & Time: Tuesday: 3/26, 4/9, & 4/16/24: Series Completed
3/26: Understanding Challenging Behaviors - Virtual
4/9/24: Positive Discipline Strategies - Virtual
4/16/24: Practical Tools for Everyday Situations In-person
Time(s): 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Duration: 60-minute session
Location: Virtual/final class in-person:
Rosa Park School, Library
Instructor: Dr. Emajonite Etienne
Contact Number: 862-276-7388
Email address: etienneenrichment@gmail.com
Register Here: Parent University Registration Form (google.com)
Provider: Office of Special Education and Behavioral Intervention II
Course Number: ASA032024
Course Title: Fostering the Development of Communication, Fine Motor and Attention Skills: Family Daily Routine
Course Description: Therapist led workshops designed to provide different strategies, tips and activities to support growth & development in a child's communication, fine motor and attention skills to incorporate in daily home routines.
Course requirements: Internet access
Audience/format: Virtual/In-person
Class Frequency: Three, 90-minute sessions
Class Day & Time: Wednesday: 3/27, 4/24, 5/29/24
3/27/24: Fostering Communication, fine motor & attention skills at mealtime - Virtual ( Zoom link will be provided 24hrs before the workshop)
4/24/24: Fostering Communication, fine motor & attention skills with self-care activities - Virtual ( Zoom link will be provided 24hrs before the workshop)
5/1/24: Fostering Communication, fine motor & attention skills with play/leisure activities - In-person
Time(s): 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Duration: 90-minute session
Location: Park Ave. School: Rm: 233
Instructor: Charisse Satchell & Rachelle Simmons
Contact Number: 973-677-4000 x53716
Email address: TorresCh@orange.k12.nj.us or SimonsRa@orange.k12.nj.us
Register Here: Parent University Registration Form (google.com)