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On July 1, 2025, Mrs. Melissa Fitzgerald began her role as Assistant Principal of Windom Elementary School, following her official appointment by the Orchard Park Central School District Board of Education.
Mrs. Fitzgerald brings 12 years of elementary teaching experience within Orchard Park, along with extensive leadership in curriculum, instructional technology, and professional development. She most recently served as the district’s PreK–Grade 5 Mathematics Curriculum Coordinator and has been a Technology Instructional Leader at South Davis Elementary since 2018.
She has completed her administrative certification through the University at Buffalo and served as an administrative intern in the district, where she contributed to initiatives in MTSS, restorative practices, and instructional planning.
Her experience, leadership, and strong connection to the district make her a valuable addition to the Windom Elementary community.
On July 1, 2025, Mrs. Pamela Pawlowski began her role as Assistant Principal of Orchard Park Middle School, following her official appointment by the Orchard Park Central School District Board of Education.
Mrs. Pawlowski brings over 15 years of experience in education, with her entire career rooted in special education. The majority of her work has been at the middle school level, where she has taught in a wide range of settings, including reading resource rooms, special class environments, advanced math classes, and integrated co-teaching classrooms.
In addition to her commitment to student growth, Mrs. Pawlowski has developed a passion for supporting fellow educators. As she steps into this new leadership role, she looks forward to continuing to make a positive impact on both students and staff. Her deep understanding of middle school learners, combined with her collaborative spirit and instructional expertise, make her a valuable addition to the Orchard Park Middle School leadership team.
Supply lists are now available to help you prepare for the 2025-2026 school year.
The Orchard Park Varsity Softball team captured the Class AA State Championship with a 3-1 win over Horseheads, nearly 10 years to the day after their last title in 2015. Under the leadership of Coach Brittany Schermerhorn, the Quakers delivered back-to-back strong performances, defeating defending state champion Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake in the semifinals before topping Section IV’s Horseheads in the final. Congratulations!
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Our District Comprehensive Improvement Plan (DCIP) guides our mission to maximize student potential by prioritizing equity, inclusion, diversity, and removing barriers to access and opportunity. These principles shape our daily work as we advance learning and achievement, foster a positive climate and culture, and strengthen family and community engagement.