OAS Teacher/Educational Professional of the Year
Please use this form to nominate a teacher or educational professional (CST member, counselor, paraprofessional, nurse, library media specialist, student assistance counselor) that fits the following criteria:
- Is an expert in the field who inspires students of all backgrounds and abilities to learn;
- Actively collaborates with colleagues, students, and families to create a strong culture of
respect and success;
- Demonstrates leadership and innovation in educational activities at the school, district
and/or state and national levels that take place both within and outside the school setting;
- Has the respect and admiration of students, parents and colleagues.
Submissions can be made by current/former students, parents/guardians, Cranford residents or district employees.
Please submit this form prior to Friday, November 1, 2024.
OAS Teacher/Educational Professional of the Year Nomination Form
Halloween for Middle School Students:
Middle school students are invited to show their Halloween spirit provided the guidelines below are followed. Here are some reminders for preparing for Halloween:
Students must be able to participate in their normal school activities.
Students are still required to change for physical education.
Students must be able to sit and stand with ease.
Students may not bring or wear Halloween masks or other items that cover their face. Face make up is fine.
Costumes must be in good taste and without offensive or inappropriate language or symbols. (Adhere to the Dress Code)
No imitation swords, knives, guns, or weapons of any kind are permitted.
No blow-up costumes in Middle School.
We ask that students use any aerosol spray at home, not in school.
SOCKTOBER
¡Hola OAS! It's that time of year! SOCKTOBER! During the month of October, the students in Mrs. Rodriguez's 6th grade Spanish classes will be participating in their annual sock drive. If you would like to donate brand new pairs of socks, please bring them to Room 50. ¡Muchas gracias! Socks will be donated to a local homeless shelter at the end of the month
Pennies for Pumpkins Voting Time
All elementary students can bring in pennies/change to vote for their favorite pumpkins on October 28th. Prize to the winner! Questions? Please reach out to Mrs. Rivera at rivera.rebecca@cranfordschools.org.
The elementary Halloween Parade is Thursday, October 31, 2024, at 1:40 pm. In order to have the parade at this time, lunch will take place from 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM.
Elementary students may either bring their costumes to school or return home at lunch to change. Students who are going home for lunch must be picked up by an adult at their dismissal door for Grades 3/4 and the main entrance for Grade 5. Pick up is at 12:30 PM. All students will return through the playground doors at 1:30 PM.
If you plan on picking up your child for the lunch hour, please complete the form below. Students will not be dismissed if someone is not there to pick them up. They may not walk home on their own.
As the parade begins at 1:40 PM, all students must return by 1:30 PM SHARP!
PLEASE COMPLETE THIS FORM BY MONDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2024.
OAS Attendance Email Address
If your child is absent, late to school, or leaving early, please email the attendance email address at:
oas-attendance@cranfordschools.org
Please include your child's name (first and last), grade (and class if they are in elementary), and the reason for the absence in your email to the attendance line. If the absence is due to illness, kindly list any and all symptoms the child is experiencing.
In addition, any miscellaneous questions you may have regarding school procedures and protocols may be directed to this same email. The office staff will help with your concerns or direct you to the right person.
School Nurse Information
Doctor’s orders must be renewed every school year. In order to ensure proper care for your child, please use the links below to access and print the necessary forms for the 2024-2025 school year.
Any student requiring the use of crutches, canes, walkers or wheelchairs in school must submit a doctor's note requesting the use of the apparatus. Prior to reporting to class.
To contact the nurse, please email ruzic@cranfordschools.org and/or call 908-709-6270.
Visitor Protocols Reminder
As shared in Dr. Rubin's welcome back letter, please review the visitor protocols:
- Visitor Entry - The District continues to use a digital visitor management entry system (Raptor) at each of the school building entrances. Please review these visitor entry protocols and procedures. Thank you for your continued partnership in keeping our schools safe!
Updated Protocols for Cell Phones, Smartwatches and Wireless Headphones
OAS and HAS are implementing new protocols regarding the use of electronic communication and recording devices (ECRD). Here is the joint letter from Mr. Deacon and Mrs. Murphy.
Dress Code
Students should come to school dressed appropriately for a school environment. Clothing must be neat, clean, safe, and worn properly. Fashion trends often include clothing that may be acceptable outside of school but may not be acceptable inside of school. The guidelines listed below will ensure that students are dressed appropriately for school
Clothing should be modest and not overly revealing. Shorts and shirts must be the appropriate length meaning the bottom of the shirt should touch the top of the pants.
Clothing should not display offensive language, images, or symbols. Avoid clothing with slogans, symbols, or graphics that promote violence or glorifies the use of drugs, alcohol or tobacco.
Students who engage in school-related off-campus activities should dress appropriately since they are representing the school during the activity.
Violators of the dress and grooming regulations will be required to make arrangements to obtain suitable clothing immediately.
Parking Lot Safety
During morning arrival and afternoon pick up please make sure you are alert, driving slowly, and looking before driving in and out of the parking lot. Many families walk to and from school. Even if you are running late it is imperative that you take your time and proceed with caution to ensure the safety of all.
In the afternoon, please make sure to not double park (block) in the staff parking lot. Our Middle School Staff ends the day at 3:05 PM. Cars should not be blocking staff from leaving at the end of the day.
Thank you for your cooperation and for helping to keep everyone safe.
Elementary Yearbook Information
Elementary School (Grades 3-5) Yearbook Information
This year we are going to try a new way to submit photos to the yearbook via google forms.
Click this link to submit photos to the OAS Elementary Yearbook (Grades 3-5). Here you will find google forms for various events including the First Day of School, Sports, Girl/Boy Scouts and more will be added through the year!
To purchase an elementary OAS yearbook or view your account, visit:
https://www.treering.com/validate?PassCode=1014977906143535
(The OAS passcode is: 1014977906143535)
Purchase a Middle School Yearbook!
You can purchase an OAS Middle School yearbook by visiting yearbookordercenter.com and entering school code 13053.
8th grade families: On the same site, do not forget to order a 1/8 page ad for your class of 2025 graduate!
***Feel free to submit clear photos to oasmsyearbook25@gmail.com for consideration. Please make sure to indicate the names and grades of the students in the pic.
School Lunch Information
For information regarding the Free & Reduced Lunch Program CLICK HERE
Free and Reduced Lunch Letter 24-25
Free and Reduced Lunch Instructions
District Information
Please CLICK HERE for the Cranford School District Social Emotional Learning Calendar for the 2024-2025 School Year
Orange Avenue School
Email: murphy@cranfordpublicschools.org
Website: https://oas.cranfordschools.org/
Location: 901 Orange Avenue, Cranford, NJ, USA
Phone: (908) 709 - 6269