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We look forward to adding new stories here to celebrate our students and our school all year long.
![Keep Calm and Rock the Test]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725482369/orangecountyfirstcom/g1nzoaedi5s8wba9xvza/KeepCalmandRocktheTest.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725482369/orangecountyfirstcom/g1nzoaedi5s8wba9xvza/KeepCalmandRocktheTest.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1725482369/orangecountyfirstcom/g1nzoaedi5s8wba9xvza/KeepCalmandRocktheTest.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1725482369/orangecountyfirstcom/g1nzoaedi5s8wba9xvza/KeepCalmandRocktheTest.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725482369/orangecountyfirstcom/g1nzoaedi5s8wba9xvza/KeepCalmandRocktheTest.jpg","width":1542}])
Ten out of 13 schools in Orange County Schools earned a school performance grade of C or higher for the 2023-2024 school year, and 12 out of 13 schools met or exceeded growth targets, well above the state averages for both achievement and growth.
![Assistant Principal John Wood]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724956550/orangecountyfirstcom/hyh83wqpovu1uyn1r9pk/GHMS.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724956550/orangecountyfirstcom/hyh83wqpovu1uyn1r9pk/GHMS.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1724956550/orangecountyfirstcom/hyh83wqpovu1uyn1r9pk/GHMS.png","width":800}])
We'd like to welcome our new assistant principal, Mr. John V. Wood, into the Grizzly family! Mr. Wood has a background in ELA, social studies, and digital media/fine arts, and lives in Durham with his wife, a Wake Co. science teacher.
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As first announced for Graduation 2024, for the safety of all our students, staff, volunteers, and guests, Orange County Schools will follow a Clear Bag Policy for all athletic and public events starting with the 2024-2025 school year. All guests will be permitted to carry ONLY CLEAR BAGS into the stadium or venue. Bags must be no longer than 12 inches and made of clear plastic. Bags which do not comply will NOT be allowed under any circumstances.
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The Second Annual “OCS Stars of Education” Conference took place on August 15, 2024, a teacher workday for all staff on the year-round and traditional academic calendars. Nearly 200 Orange County Schools staff gathered at Orange High School to attend a day of professional learning for educators, by educators.
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As we approach the beginning of the traditional calendar for the 2024-25 School Year, new Campus Student and Campus Parent portals will help everyone get more insight and information on the go. We also hope you will stay tuned to our new website, your school's new website, and especially our Back To School hub with links to important information.
![A.L. Stanback Cafeteria Staff]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1722870895/orangecountyfirstcom/hqoujqgvfljcyzhqbaaw/Showcase3Template1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1722870895/orangecountyfirstcom/hqoujqgvfljcyzhqbaaw/Showcase3Template1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1722870895/orangecountyfirstcom/hqoujqgvfljcyzhqbaaw/Showcase3Template1.png","width":800}])
New this year! Students who attend an approved Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) do not need to fill out an application as they are approved for meals at no cost. Learn more and view the application for Free and Reduced Price Meals!
From Our School Community
We'd like to welcome our new assistant principal, Mr. John V. Wood, into the Grizzly family! Mr. Wood has a background in ELA, social studies, and digital media/fine arts, and lives in Durham with his wife, a Wake Co. science teacher.
News & Events
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The Orange County Board of Education held a regular business meeting on September 9, 2024, the first of two meetings scheduled for this month. View all the business items below here.
The Board posts all meeting materials to Simbli, and also displays a calendar of Board and committee meetings. Visit the Board’s page on Simbli for agendas and minutes. Minutes are attached to each meeting, after approval by the Board at a future meeting.
![Orange County Board of Education]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725002967/orangecountyfirstcom/f02vmivpapi06cn0ouqu/board-meeting-gavel.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725002967/orangecountyfirstcom/f02vmivpapi06cn0ouqu/board-meeting-gavel.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725002967/orangecountyfirstcom/f02vmivpapi06cn0ouqu/board-meeting-gavel.png","width":800}])
The Orange County Board of Education held a regular business meeting on August 19, 2024. View all the business items below here.
The Board posts all meeting materials to Simbli, and also displays a calendar of Board and committee meetings. Visit the Board’s page on Simbli for agendas and minutes. Minutes are attached to each meeting, after approval by the Board at a future meeting.
August 5, 2024 was the first regular business meeting for Orange County Board of Education following the installation of newly-elected Board members on July 15, 2024.
The Board posts all meeting materials to Simbli, and also displays a calendar of Board and committee meetings. Visit the Board’s page on Simbli for agendas and minutes. Minutes are attached to each meeting, after approval by the Board at a future meeting.
As we approach the beginning of the traditional calendar for the 2024-25 School Year, new Campus Student and Campus Parent portals will help everyone get more insight and information on the go. We also hope you will stay tuned to our new website, your school's new website, and especially our Back To School hub with links to important information.
New this year! Students who attend an approved Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) do not need to fill out an application as they are approved for meals at no cost. Learn more and view the application for Free and Reduced Price Meals!
![GHMS Athletics Picture Day Flyer]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725627266/orangecountyfirstcom/ijbenv4mm3eokzxwwnxo/108192GravellyHillMiddleSchoolSPORTS1463685Run1Poster.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725627266/orangecountyfirstcom/ijbenv4mm3eokzxwwnxo/108192GravellyHillMiddleSchoolSPORTS1463685Run1Poster.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1725627266/orangecountyfirstcom/ijbenv4mm3eokzxwwnxo/108192GravellyHillMiddleSchoolSPORTS1463685Run1Poster.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1725627266/orangecountyfirstcom/ijbenv4mm3eokzxwwnxo/108192GravellyHillMiddleSchoolSPORTS1463685Run1Poster.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725627266/orangecountyfirstcom/ijbenv4mm3eokzxwwnxo/108192GravellyHillMiddleSchoolSPORTS1463685Run1Poster.jpg","width":1275}])
Calling all Gravelly Hill Middle School Athletes: Strawbridge will be on campus on Friday, September 13 for both team and individual pictures.
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Gravelly Hill Middle School, 4801 W Ten Rd, Efland, NC 27243, USA
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Gravelly Hill Middle School, 4801 W Ten Rd, Efland, NC 27243, USA