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ORANGE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS


‘Walkout 2 Learn’ student rallies to protest Florida education policies

State legislators and community leaders say there will be classroom walkouts and rallies taking place across Florida on Friday in protest of the state’s education policies.

Florida teacher accused of using students as ‘political props’ will keep job, school board says

A Central Florida middle school teacher suspended earlier this year, accused by his school district of using students as ‘political props’ in TikTok skits referencing current events, will not be fired after all.

Disney donates $100K to Orange County Public Schools to further STEM education

Orange County Public Schools received a major donation from Walt Disney World.

Orange County info session teaches parents about warning signs of children joining gangs

Orange County Public Schools is working with the Orange County Sheriff's Office and parents to prevent students from going down the wrong path.

Eatonville residents win battle over Hungerford Prep, Orange Schools terminates agreement

Good news for many Eatonville residents came down Friday afternoon.

SPLC files complaint against OCPS, pushes to preserve historic Eatonville property

Orange County Public Schools is considering selling historic Robert Hungerford Preparatory High School property in Eatonville to developers.

18 students treated, 2 hospitalized for heat exhaustion after threat prompts evacuation at Colonial High School

Twenty students total were treated for heat exhaustion after being evacuated outside Colonial High School following a “situation” Thursday, according to Orange County Fire Rescue.

Orange County school district emphasizes student safety during daylight saving time

Orange County Public Schools issued a message on safety to families concerning the start of daylight saving time.

Florida mom ‘devastated’ she can’t volunteer at school because of OnlyFans account, lawsuit says

Victoria Triece is suing Orange County Public Schools because she says the district banned her from volunteering in her child’s classroom due to her participation on adult websites.

Orange County schools forms disciplinary task force over student behavioral issues

Orange County Public Schools are addressing what they say is a growing problem in the classroom — poor student behavior.

‘Kind and beautiful young girl:’ 9-year-old killed in shooting was student at Pine Hills Elementary School

A 9-year-old girl was one of three killed, including a News 13 reporter and 38-year-old woman, in Pine Hills shootings on Wednesday, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.

Orange County teacher receives support, backlash over controversial TikTok videos

The videos featured students in a variety of skits, including one satirizing alleged attempts at book bans by the state and another that features several students bowing down a trio of Black students for Black History Month.

Orange County school district rolling out electric buses

Orange County Public Schools is rolling out all-electric school buses and testing the viability of using the vehicles to meet transportation needs, the district announced Monday.

Orange County Public Schools shares safety message after students hit by cars

After two students were hit by vehicles, Orange County Public Schools is sharing a safety warning.

Florida officials investigate criminal activity reporting in Orange County Public Schools

OCPS Superintendent Maria Vazquez said that information regarding disciplinary referrals will be released to the state before March 17.

Orange County teacher accused of using students as ‘political props’ in videos, district says

A teacher was placed on administrative leave after “using his students as political props” in videos posted to social media, according to Orange County Public Schools.

‘Inflammatory and sexualized:’ Florida pushes school districts to drop CDC youth risk survey

Orange County Public Schools will no longer participate in an annual national study charting risky behaviors in students, according to correspondence from the Florida Department of Education thanking the district for the change and criticizing the survey.

Orange County schools team up with doctors, first responders to teach CPR

Orange County Public Schools teamed up with doctors and first responders to teach students CPR on Thursday.

Florida mother sues school district over OnlyFans controversy

A lawsuit has been filed against a Florida school district, claiming the district banned a mother from volunteering in her child’s classroom due to her participation on adult websites.

Orange County schools to assemble task force to tackle disciplinary issues

Orange County Public Schools is looking at a new task force aimed at finding solutions to disciplinary issues throughout the district.

Security heightened at Wekiva High School after teen shot on campus

Extra deputies are at Wekiva High School after a teen was shot on the campus.

‘This helps me a lot:’ 2,500 families receive meals during Orange County schools winter break

Orange County Public Schools and Second Harvest Food Bank teamed up Saturday to make sure students and their families would have food during the two-week winter break.

Conway Elementary School in Orlando evacuated over threat for 2nd time this week

For the second time in three days, a threat is investigated at Conway Elementary School.

Conway Elementary School in Orlando evacuated over threat for 2nd straight day

For the second time in two says, a threat is investigated at Conway Elementary School.

Orange County parents push for teacher retention as staff shortage continues

More teachers are hanging up their hats in Orange County Public Schools, leaving several vacancies.

Jones High School to hold football game in Orlando 1 week after deadly shooting

Jones High School is prepping for another football match at the school just one week after a deadly shooting near their last home game.

Orange County school buses running normal after concerns of driver shortage, district says

Orange County Public Schools issued a recorded message Thursday, warning parents that the district expected a school bus driver shortage on Friday.

District officials hear from staff, parents at Orange County school meetings

The new superintendent for Orange County Public Schools held a town hall Monday evening to hear from parents in the district.

Students from hurricane-damaged Riverdale Elementary resume classes at high school

Riverdale Elementary students will return to class Thursday morning at a high school seven miles away because officials with Orange County Public Schools believe the building, which sustained significant flood damage from Hurricane Ian, is still unsafe.

Crews tackle Orlando elementary school flood ahead of expected reopening

After Riverdale Elementary School flooded due to heavy rainfall from Hurricane Ian, cleaning crews went to work to get it back in order ahead of the district's expected opening date.

Monkeypox case connected with Wedgefield School, district says

Parents in Orange County were notified of a case of monkeypox in an individual connected with Wedgefield Elementary school, Wednesday.

Orange County Public Schools superintendent calls for end to prank threat trend

Parents of students in the Orange County Public Schools district heard from superintendent Dr. Maria Vasquez, who marked an increase in student-made threats against schools and called for an end to the trend.

West Orange High on ‘hold’ as law enforcement investigates possible threat to school

A written message containing a possible threat to West Orange High School has put the school on "hold" while law enforcement investigates, according to Orange County Public Schools.

Parents react after Orange County Public Schools accused of underreporting safety incidents

Apopka parents are standing behind Orange County Public Schools after the district came under fire for violating state laws concerning school safety, according to the Department of Education.

Orange Public Schools to meet with state over school safety concerns

The superintendent for Orange County Public Schools is expected to meet next week with Florida Dept. of Education officials over concerns from a statewide grand jury that the district may have underreported incidents to the state.

‘Deeply regret this mistake:’ Teresa Jacobs contacts Ethics Commission over campaign emails

Orange County School Board Chair Teresa Jacobs issues a statement.

Orange County says school tax on ballot pays for teacher retention, art, sports programs

Orange County Public Schools is asking voters to keep a 1 mill ad valorem property tax, first approved in 2010, to fund everything from support staff to art teachers to class field trips.

New Orange County Public Schools deputy superintendent announced

Following the approval of Orange County Superintendent Designate Dr. Maria Vazquez earlier this summer, the next deputy superintendent was announced Friday evening.

Orange County voters to decide on keeping special tax for schools

Voters in Orange County will decide this month whether the school district can keep a special property tax to prop up school programs.

New alert system allows Orange County school employees to initiate lockdowns

An emergency alert system that allows Orange County Public Schools employees to initiate a lockdown if there is a threat was among several topics discussed ahead of the school year.

Orange County looking to fill teacher vacancies ahead of 1st day of school

Orange County Public Schools said it has a number of teacher vacancies to fill just five days away from the start of school.

Orange County teachers union approves contract to increase teacher salaries

The Orange County Classroom Teachers Association ratified an agreement with Orange County Public Schools Thursday evening for new teacher salaries in the 2022-23 school year.

5 new schools opening in Orange County. Here’s where they’re located

Five new schools are opening in August in Orange County, adding student capacity in growing areas of the county.

Florida needs to clear up ambiguous new education laws, Orange County Schools says

School Board Chair Teresa Jacobs told News 6 they want clear guidance from the state so that they can then take the burden off teachers by providing them with specific direction.

Families needing free school lunches can apply ahead of school year as pandemic waivers expire

Due to the pandemic, all students in Orange County were able to get free meals at school, though that will be changing starting in August and families will have to submit applications to be eligible.

Orange County schools hosts 7 job fairs in search of bus drivers

Orange County Public Schools needs 100 bus drivers and 20 mechanics, and they are willing to pay.

Elementary school principal accused of ‘blatantly racist remarks,’ Orange County teachers say

Educators at Lake Silver Elementary School are displeased with Principal Sheila Burke after they claimed she used microaggressions and failed to discipline staff members who made racist remarks.

Orange County school board to interview superintendent candidates

Parents and the public had the opportunity to hear in-depth from the two finalists for Orange County Public Schools' superintendent position ahead of the school board's upcoming interviews.

Orange County Schools kick off summer meal program

The district is providing meals at 224 locations this summer that include schools, libraries, several churches, YMCA, and Boys and Girls Clubs throughout the county.

Orange County Public Schools selects 2 finalists for superintendent position

Orange County School Board members selected two finalists Tuesday to move forward in the process to replace the retiring superintendent.

Orange County Public Schools to host bus driver job fairs throughout the summer

With the need for bus drivers remaining high, Orange County Public Schools held the first of many summer job fairs Monday at Edgewater High School.

Orange County Public Schools to host job fair for drivers and mechanics

Orange County Public Schools is looking to fill vacancies for bus drivers and diesel mechanics at a job fair next Monday, the district said.

Orange County Public Schools look at security policies in wake of Texas school shooting

The school board for Orange County Public Schools held a workshop Tuesday to discuss their safety program and, in the wake of the shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, board members had a lot of questions regarding their policies.

Students react to Texas mass shooting, call on lawmakers to focus on gun control

Orange County Public Schools students and supporters said state leaders need to get their priorities straight. Students questioned why politicians are exerting more energy to ban books and curriculum than to stop gun violence in schools.

Orange County schools to provide free summer meals for children, OCPS says

Orange County Public Schools announced Monday it will provide free breakfast and lunch to children ages 18 and younger throughout the summer.

Candidates lining up as Orange County Public Schools’ superintendent nears retirement

11 candidates are vying to replace Orange County Public Schools’ retiring superintendent, Dr. Barbara Jenkins.

High school seniors share notes of appreciation with Orange County teachers

Orange County Public Schools continued a touching tradition during this year's Teacher Appreciation Week.

Make the call: Orange County needs refs, umps for school events

Do you have what it takes to make the call?

Ginaha Jean wins Orange County Public Schools annual Math Bee

We have a winner!

Orange County Public Schools TOP TALENT 2022 returns for 4th year

Get out the popcorn, your cell phone and get ready to be entertained, Orange County Public Schools TOP TALENT 2022 is back for its fourth year of bringing you the district's brightest students.

Disney honors local teachers, organizations with special donation

As Walt Disney World welcomes guests to its 50th anniversary celebration, the company continues to give back to the Central Florida community.

Middle school student hit by car on way to school, Orange County schools say

A middle school student had to be flown to the hospital after being hit by a car on the way to school Tuesday morning, according to Orange County Public Schools.

Ukrainian exchange student, now a refugee, brings family to Orlando

As outrage grows over suspected war crimes by Russia, many Ukrainians have been fleeing the country seeking refuge in Poland. One family not only crossed the border, they traveled across the Atlantic for safety in Central Florida.

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3 ways the ‘great resignation’ has affected how employers hire people

Whether it’s people retiring earlier than expected or changing careers, it’s left a plethora of jobs available for employers to fill.

Central Florida students, community members protest controversial ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill

Students at Edgewater High School took part in a walkout Friday to protest a piece of legislation critics have colloquially dubbed the “Don’t Say Gay” bill.

Masks no longer required for adults at Orange County schools starting Monday

Orange County Public Schools is loosening its mask requirements for adults.

Winter Garden residents, city manager oppose OCPS bus depot proposal

Orange County Public Schools presented details of a proposed plan to construct a bus depot for residents who live nearby Wednesday evening.

Dr. Phillips High School evacuated due to threat, district says

A threat was made against Dr. Phillips High School Monday morning, prompting school officials to evacuate the building while deputies investigated.

Orange County schools asks state to waive testing consequences over graduation concerns

Orange County Public Schools is asking the state Department of Education to waive Florida Standards Assessments (FSA) testing results for another year because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Student arrested following threat to Orange County elementary school, officials say

An arrest has been made in connection with a possible threat made on social media against an Orange County elementary school, according to school officials.

Orange County schools extends mask requirement for adults on campus

Orange County Public Schools extended the mask requirement for all adults on a school campus.

Florida invites students to enter Black History Month essay, art contests

Florida is calling on elementary, middle and high school students to pick up their pens and spill their creativity on the page in honor of Black History Month for a chance to win college scholarships.

Student finds bullet in Lake Nona High School locker room, school district says

A Lake Nona High School student found a stray bullet in a locker room on campus Thursday, according to a representative with Seminole County Public Schools.

Teachers union accuses Orange school district of disregarding COVID-19 safety protocols

The teachers union accuses the school district of not following a memorandum of understanding made last fall with a magistrate.

OCPS experience staffing issues as employees test positive for COVID

Researchers predict omicron variant of the coronavirus is on the verge of peaking, but the virus continues to spread.

Enrollment is now open for Orange County’s magnet schools

If you're interested in enrolling your child in an Orange County Public Schools magnet school, the application process is now open.

Orange County schools host vaccination events for students ahead of holidays

Orange County Public Schools is doing its part to help the county reach its goal to get at least 50% of students vaccinated by January 2022.

Teacher starts Kindness Club at Orange County elementary school

A new club at an Orange County Public Schools elementary school is teaching young students the joy of kindness.

Masks to be optional for everyone at Orange County schools

Masks will be optional for everyone at Orange County Public Schools, according to the district.

Orange County school district forms new partnership to help students prepare for trade jobs

A new partnership is preparing Orange County Public School students for high-paying jobs in the construction industry.

Orange County schools tout success, challenges faced during COVID-19 pandemic

Students, families, community members and district employees gathered Friday morning as Orange County Public Schools presented its 2021 State of the Schools address, marking the first time since 2019 the address had in-person guests due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Orange County district officials to make masks optional for school employees

Orange County Public Schools announced Wednesday that face masks will be optional for all district employees starting the next day.

1,373 doses of COVID-19 vaccine administered to Orange County students at vaccination clinic

Orange County Public Schools kicked off a five-day vaccination event at the district's high schools on Tuesday.

Orange County schools offer vaccines to students 5 and older. Here’s when, where they’re available

Orange County Public Schools will begin offering the coronavirus vaccine to students 5 years old and older.

Parental opt-out for masks in Orange County schools takes effect

For the first time since the beginning of the school year, parents have the ability to choose if their child wears a mask at Orange County Public Schools.

Mask mandate at Orange County schools to expire this week

The current mask mandate at Orange County Public Schools will expire on Oct. 30.

Orange Co. school masking rule now includes parental opt-out, remains mandatory for staff

Parents can opt out their children from wearing a mask again at Orange County Public Schools, the district announced Thursday.

Florida sends Brevard school board 48-hour notice to comply with mask mandate rules

The Florida Board of Education sends a formal notice to the Brevard County School Board, giving the district 48 hours to comply with state student mask mandate rules.

Orange County schools face looming deadline to comply with state mask mandate

Orange County Public Schools is facing a deadline to comply with the state’s COVID-19 mask mandate.

Orange County schools take action after News 6 raises concerns from parents over bus delays

After a father called News 6 about school bus delays and no-shows at his son’s bus stop, Orange County Public Schools took action.

DOE meets with 11 Florida school districts over COVID-19 protocols

The Department of Education will be having a meeting tomorrow with school districts from 11 Florida counties.

4 Rivers announces new scholarship program for Black students

4R restaurant group, which operates 4 Rivers Smokehouse and The COOP, is now establishing a scholarship program for Black students in the state of Florida.

Orange County Public Schools introduces new protocols ahead school board meeting

Orange County Public Schools add new protocols ahead school board meeting.

Orange County Public Schools postpone Ocoee vs. Apoka football game over COVID infections

The Friday night lights will be dark at Apopka High School this week after Orange County Public Schools postponed the game with Ocoee High School because of COVID-19 cases.

Orange County continues push to hire dozens of bus drivers

Orange County hosting another job fair on Monday, this time at Horizon High School in Winter Garden all to recruit bus drivers.

Orange County school bus struggles continue for students as driver hiring event receives low turnout

Oranger County father William Harper said once again he had to drive his son to school Friday morning after his son’s school bus never showed up.

Orange County schools to offer $3,500 sign-on bonuses for hires at upcoming job fair

Orange County Public Schools is looking to fill about 150 positions next week at their three-day job fair hosted by Food and Nutrition Services, according to a release from OCPS.

Orange County schools respond to education department’s investigation over mask policy

Orange County Public Schools responded back to the Florida Department of Education regarding its mask mandate.

Central Florida school districts struggle to keep up with rising number of COVID cases

Growing numbers of children being diagnosed with COVID-19 in Central Florida are putting a strain on the resources used to track them in school.

UPDATE: Orange County schools to mandate masks for 60 days

Orange County Public Schools will mandate masks for students for 60 days.

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