August 8, 2023 Dear Parent or Guardian: The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) was passed by the U.S. Congress late last year and signed into law on December 10, 2015. The ESSA replaces the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) and is the latest reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA). Although NCLB was designed to make ... Click Here to Read More
Parent Involvement Policy Principal: Tyisha Bennett District Family Community Advocate: Ms. Patricia Wilson 973-399-6800 Ext: 1115 Parents will: Have the opportunity to participate in monthly or bi-monthly meetings and/or workshops organized by the Parent Coordinator, PTA and/or teachers with a focus on academics, social development, school-wide initiatives, parenting, etc. Have the opportunity to serve on the School Leadership Council and/or ... Click Here to Read More
School Dress Code - Rita L. Owens STEAM Academy Girls Everyday Uniform Navy Blue Short or Long Sleeve Polo Shirt White Short or Long Sleeve Polo Shirt Grey Pants / Skirt Girls Dress Uniform White Short or Long Sleeve Oxford Shirt Navy Blue Blazer Grey Pants, Grey Skirt, Grey Skort Grey or Navy Blue Cross Tie Girls ... Click Here to Read More
Welcome to Rita L. Owens STEAM Academy, where “Classroom Activities are Connected With Real-Life Opportunities”. Rita L. Owens STEAM Academy is the first Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics school in the Irvington Public School District. Our mission is to inspire and instruct all students to think critically, creatively, and responsibly, to embrace diversity, and to pursue their dreams ... Click Here to Read More
VISITORS' PROCEDURES Visitors are not allowed entrance at any exit except for the Main Entrance located on Mt. Vernon Avenue from the hours of 8:45 am – 2:45 pm. This includes all District employees (Maintenance, Supervisors, Directors, Technology Coaches, Consultants, etc.) Visitors will gain admittance in the school, within 30 seconds of ringing the bell, after they have been pre-screened, ... Click Here to Read More
Essex County Vaccines For Children Event Watsessing Park 38 Conger St Bloomfield Tuesday, October 10, 2023 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM Vaccines For Children are available by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call 973-877-8456
Irvington Township Breast Cancer Walk 1 Civic Square Saturday, October 14, 2023 Registration starts at 8:00 AM COVID Testing & Vaccinations Will be available
Welcome to Florence Ave School, where we're excited to start the 2023-2024 school year. We're very proud of our place in the Irvington community, and our commitment to great teaching and a close-knit community is strong. Florence Ave Elementary School has over 650 students from kindergarten to fifth grade. Our team includes 66 staff members, two administrators, and additional ... Click Here to Read More
Meetings are held every 3rd Monday from 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Please be advised that meetings will be canceled due to inclement weather. September 19, 2023 October 16, 2023 November 20, 2023 December 18, 2023 January 15, 2024 February 19, 2024 March 18, 2024 April 15, 2024 May 20, 2024 June 17, 2024