WEST ORANGE, NJ — Cara Baluzy is the West Orange High School Sports Media Association Scholar Athlete of the Week. Baluzy, a senior, has been an outstanding member of the varsity cheerleading team for the past two years, serving as captain this year. Her leadership skills, dedication and hard work have undoubtedly contributed to the […]
WEST ORANGE, NJ — The annual Senior Night for football, marching band and cheer was held Oct. 21 prior to the start of the West Orange vs. Irvington game. Graduating seniors and their families were recognized for their commitment and dedication to their teams during their high school years. All sports teams hold a Senior […]
WEST ORANGE, NJ — Nearly 1,300 staff members from the West Orange School District gathered together for a first-of-its-kind “Infinite Possibilities” celebration on Sept. 1 to provide an uplifting start to the school year. The award-winning Marching Mountaineers made an appearance to perform “We Are the Champions” and members of the boys step team danced […]
WEST ORANGE, NJ — The West Orange Board of Education’s semiannual Parade of Honors was held on June 6, recognizing faculty, staff and students for service and accomplishments that have underscored the goals and vision of the school district. Interim Superintendent of Schools C. Lauren Schoen greeted award recipients, their family members and community members. […]
WEST ORANGE, NJ — The West Orange High School cheerleaders took the Super Essex County–Colonial Division title at the annual “Cheer for the Cure” event held at Foley Field in Bloomfield on Oct. 5. The event brings awareness to breast cancer, treatments and testing. Photo Courtesy of WOSD
WEST ORANGE, NJ — The West Orange High School Varsity Cheerleaders spent a whirlwind weekend in Orlando competing in the National High School Cheerleading Championship and took eighth place nationally on Feb. 8 in the Large Varsity Non-Tumble Division. The team outscored more than 20 teams to place eighth nationally. The National High School Cheerleading […]
WEST ORANGE, NJ — West Orange football came back from two back-to-back losses to take the win over Bloomfield, 39-0, at the annual “Pink Out for Breast Cancer Awareness” game held Oct. 25 in Suriano Stadium. A halftime ceremony recognized Kelly Elementary School Principal Joanne Pollara as a breast cancer survivor and Bloomfield Athletic Director […]
WEST ORANGE, NJ — The West Orange High School Cheer and Mountaineer End Zone Football Boosters are presenting their first-ever fundraising carnival on the Midway at WOHS, 51 Conforti Ave., from Aug. 14 through 18. From Aug. 14 through 17, the carnival will be open from 6 to 10 p.m., and on Aug. 18, it […]
WEST ORANGE, NJ — The West Orange Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual breakfast Feb. 6, celebrating local businesses and Mayor Robert Parisi’s State of the Town Address. The Employee of the Year Award was presented to Michael and Giuseppe Elifani, and the Citizen of the Year Award was presented to Rich and Linda Rizzolo. […]
WEST ORANGE, NJ — West Orange School District highlights and accomplishments were celebrated in second Parade of Honors Board of Education meeting on Dec. 17. The event was hosted by WOHS Council President Selam Woldai and Vice President Mike Petros. At the meeting, Outstanding Citizenship Awards were given to ChitChat Diner owner Gus Katsanos and […]