STEM Innovation Academy of the Oranges Application

The STEM Innovation Academy of the Oranges is now accepting applications for students who will be entering 9th grade in the 2023-2024 school year. Applications are due Friday, March 3, 2023 (11:59pm). No applications will be accepted after this time.

Parent Information Session

• The information session is only for parents of current 8th Grade students.

• Parents need to register for the session to receive the session information link: Register  or visit https://forms.gle/ZxURHCJhYLAgM2486

Information Session Date and Time:

Thursday, February 9, 2023 @ 6:00pm

Application Requirements (Internal Candidates)

• Completed online application

• Submission of a written statement by the student candidate

• 2 teacher recommendations (One from your current Mathematics teacher and one from your current Science/STEM Teacher.)

Application Requirements (External Candidates)

• Completed online application

• Submission of a written statement by the student candidate

• Submission of a written statement by the parent

• Grade 8 Marking Period 1 and 2 report cards

• Prior year state ELA and Mathematics assessment score reports

• 2 teacher recommendations (One from your current Mathematics teacher and one from your current Science/STEM teacher.)

Notice of Acceptance

• On or before March 17, 2023 - Announcements will be made to accepted applicants

• All finalists will have the opportunity to interview with the selection committee

If you have any questions concerning the application process, please contact the Orange Board of Education at 973-677-4000 x50803 or email Dr. Tina Powell, powellti@orange.k12.nj.us.