Orange Park Junior High School

Welcome to Orange Park Junior High, home of the Wildcats!

My name is Tania Auguste and I am extremely excited and honored to be your principal! It is truly a pleasure working  with the entire Orange Park Junior High community, as we look towards the future in our continued pursuit for academic excellence. The sky's the limit here at Orange Park Junior!

Prior to becoming the Principal of OPJ, I served as an Assistant Principal at both Ridgeview High School and Wilkinson Junior High. In addition, I also had the privilege of serving as a High School Spanish Instructor for 17 years before transitioning to administration. 

My vision as your principal is to ensure a safe, positive and nurturing learning environment with all stakeholders to yield high academic success. What is more, I believe in the importance of building relationships with clear two way communication to foster a school climate that motivates students to learn and thrive in all areas. 

As the old adage goes, “It takes a village” and I am a proponent for joining with the community, as we come together to prepare our students academically, socially and emotionally for the 21st century!

Please do not hesitate to contact our team with any questions or concerns! We are here for you!

Go Wildcats!

Tania Auguste

Welcome to Orange Park Junior High!  I am proud to be an Assistant Principal here at the school.  This will be an exciting year with new students and new classes.

This will be my 13th year in education.  I started teaching middle school science in Duval county before transferring to Clay County to join Lakeside Junior High.  I transferred to Ridgeview High School to teach science then came to Orange Park Junior High as the Dean of Students.

I believe every one of our students is unique and deserves the best education we can provide.  They should come to Orange Park Junior High and find an environment that allows them to feel safe, welcomed and accepted for who they are.  They should be able to grow emotionally, intellectually and socially in their early teen years.  They should feel safe in our school to take academic risks in a collaborative environment that will push them outside their academic comfort zones and allow them to grow in new ways. When they leave OPJH, they should be ready to enter high school as a well adjusted, academically prepared student. Even though 7th and 8th grade is only two years, these are the most important formative years that will prepare them for a successful transition into our community. It is my hope that all our kids will become lifelong learners and members of society that excel in their individual  futures and help make our world a better place.

My door is always open to the students and community our school serves.  Please do not hesitate to contact me here at the school at 336-5975 if I can be of service.

I look forward to a great year and Go Wildcats!

Arthur Allison

I am honored to continue on the administrative team here at Orange Park Junior High! This coming school year will be my 14th year in education, with 12 years experience as a math teacher at Plantation Oaks Elementary and this will be my second year as an administrator here at OPJ. I enjoy serving this community, our students and the families on our campus. 

I have passion for learning and sports. Last year, I was the assistant coach for the Girl's Basketball Team and head coach of the Girl's Softball team. While I am stepping away from my coaching duties this coming school year, I am excited to continue supporting all of our student athletes. I am also excited to be taking on the role of being the lead administrator for both the ESE and ESOL programs in the coming year. 

My educational philosophy is that ALL students can learn and should be given the opportunity to become successful. My door is always open for students in need of a safe space or advice. 

Please feel free to reach out at any time if you have any questions or concerns. I am excited for the 24-25 school year and helping our students #roaringtosuccess! Go Wildcats!

 Welcome to Orange Park Junior High School!

I am very excited to embark on this journey as Assistant Principal at Orange Park Junior High for the 2024-2025 school year.

This year marks my 19th year in education. I began my career at Wilkinson Junior High, then moved to Oakleaf High School when it opened in 2010. Last year, I joined Orange Park Junior High as the Dean of students, and I am thrilled to be joining the administrative team.

I have served as the SAC Coordinator, facilitated and organized 7th grade orientation, coordinated our school-wide PBIS Team as well as led all PBIS planning meetings. What is more, I have a passion to increase and improve student achievement and work collaboratively with all stakeholders to help promote a positive student centered learning environment.

My educational philosophy is to create an environment that actively engages individuals and supports their growth and success.

I am excited about what the future holds and am looking forward to working with the Orange Park community. Go Wildcats!!!!

Sincerely,

Ms. Ravenell