Who is the superintendent of Orange County schools?

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Who is the superintendent of Orange County schools?

Barbara M.
Barbara M. Barbara Jenkins has been dedicated to serving the needs of students for 30 years. She was named superintendent for Orange County Public Schools in 2012. Under Dr. Jenkins’ leadership, the district won the prestigious 2014 Broad Prize for Urban Education.

Who is the superintendent of Florida schools?

NPR’s Audie Cornish talks with Alachua County Public School superintendent Dr. Carlee Simon about the unanimous school board vote to require masks for the first two weeks of school.

Who is Barbara Jenkins married to?

Harold
With her family firmly nestled in the Orlando area — her husband, Harold, is a Realtor; her daughter, Hillary, works as an attorney at Holland & Knight; and her son, Harrison, is finishing his last year at UCF — Jenkins has no plans to leave her post any time soon.

Who is on Orange County schoolboard?

Orange County Board of Education

  • 1st District. Rebecca “Beckie” Gomez.
  • 2nd District. Mari Barke.
  • 3rd District​ Ken L. Williams, Jr., D.O.
  • 4th District​ Tim ​Shaw​
  • 5th District. Lisa Sparks, Ph. D.

How many students are in Orange County school district?

206,058 students
As of the 2020-21 school year, OCPS has an enrollment of 206,058 students, making it the 9th largest school district in the United States and the fourth largest in Florida. The school district also employs over 25,125 instructional and classified employees, which make up more than 95% of the OCPS work force.

How many kids are in Orange County Public Schools?

To the Orange County Community: For 150 years, Orange County Public Schools has been entrusted to steer the educational pathways of our community’s children. This year we were fortunate to teach a diverse student population of more than 212,000, which included the entire spectrum of abilities and economic status.

Who selects the superintendent of schools for each county in Florida?

! Each school district has one superintendent. Of the 67 superintendents in Florida, 26 are appointed by their school board and 41 are elected by their community. Unless otherwise stipulated in local ordinances, superintendent elections are partisan.

What day does Orange County go back to school?

When does school start? The first day of school in Orange County is Tuesday, Aug. 10.

What is the largest high school in Orange County Florida?

Largest High Schools in Orange County

  • Windermere High School. Orange County Public Schools, FL.
  • Dr. Phillips High School.
  • Freedom High School. Orange County Public Schools, FL.
  • Timber Creek High School. Orange County Public Schools, FL.
  • Lake Nona High School.
  • Winter Park High School.
  • Apopka High School.
  • Colonial High School.

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