School News

Principal's Message

Welcome to Orangewood School! Click here to read a welcome message from our principal, Emily Paterson.

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21st Century Community Learning Center Grant

A team from our school will be working to submit the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Center Grant to the Arizona Department of Education to continue quality after school programming at no cost to our student and families.

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Orangewood Teacher Awarded Most Valuable Teacher in STEM Grant by Arizona Diamondbacks!

Congratulations to Ms. Melissa Griffin! She was awarded a $1,000 grant from the Arizona Diamondbacks as part of their Most Valuable Teachers (MVT) in STEM program!

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Orangewood Teacher Wins $500 APS Supply My Class Award!

Ms. Alexis Oliver was selected as a lucky winner of the Arizona Public Service (APS) Supply My Class award! She will be receiving a $500 gift card to use towards classroom supplies.

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Programs and Services

Orangewood School is proud to offer many programs and services to our students including sports, art, physical education, extracurriculars, clubs and much more. Click to learn more.

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Upcoming Events

Main Phone: 602-347-2900
Attendance: 602-347-2911

Health Office: 602-347-2910

School Hours: 8:15 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Early Release Wednesdays: 8:15 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.

Office Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Early Release Wednesdays: 7:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.

Principal: Emily Paterson
Assistant Principal: Marcy Hyde

Organgewood School's curriculum is fully aligned with State Standards. We provide effective education for students from preschool through eighth grade. We offer programs that service the unique learning needs of students, including learning disabled resource and self-contained programs, a program for the gifted students, as well as art, music and PE for all grade levels. It is our goal to foster a community that builds a safe, inviting environment where everyone thrives and can be successful.

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WESD to Hold Kindergarten Sneak Peek Events on Jan. 21, 2026

Join one of our 27 schools to explore classrooms, meet staff and experience firsthand what makes kindergarten in the WESD a special place to learn and grow!

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WESD Celebrates 2024-2025 School Letter Grades

The WESD proudly celebrates its strong academic performance in 2024–2025, with 11 “A” schools, 18 “B” schools, significant grade improvements across 10 schools and a District-wide “B” letter grade, marking continued growth and excellence.

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Congratulations to the November 2025 SUPER Kids and SUPER Staff

Interim Superintendent Dr. Lupita Hightower recognized students and employees from John Jacobs, Lookout Mountain, Moon Mountain, and Mountain Sky for their exceptional commitment to education!

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WESD to Host Teacher Interview Fair on Dec. 6

We are hiring K-6 elementary, 7-8 middle school and special education teachers for the 2026-2027 school year!

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