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Mondays With Maria - 2/23/26

Orange Center Elementary will convert to a public-private charter school in partnership with Lift Orlando and Orange County Public Schools after a parent vote.

February 23, 2026

OCPS Debate Teams compete while building public speaking skills

Argue your point. Sharpen your skills. Repeat. Welcome to the OCPS Debate League! Through friendly competition, watch how these scrimmages help students build confident speaking and leadership skills.

February 17, 2026

Principals Teaching Principals

Matt Hendricks, the principal of Atwater Bay Elementary, has been out of the classroom for 12 years. But during a recent principals meeting, he was holding a foam sphere on a pencil to help

February 11, 2026

2025-26 ESE Parent Survey is open!

OCPS families, The 2025-26 ESE Parent Survey is active and will remain open throughout the rest of the 2025-26 school year. We invite all parents and guardians to share their feedback and help shap...

February 10, 2026

Mondays With Maria - 2/9/26

Superintendent Dr. Maria Vazquez sits down with the five 2026 Stellar Award winners.

February 9, 2026

OCPS 2026 Black History Month: A Celebration of Resiliency

Join us as we honor Black History Month with “Still I Rise,” a powerful celebration of resiliency and hope. This year’s OCPS showcase features inspiring student performances and stunning visual art...

February 9, 2026

Mondays With Maria - 2/2/26

Dr. Maria Vazquez and guests explain OCPS kindergarten registration, why early enrollment helps schools plan, and how families can prepare through tours, school events, and connecting with teachers.

February 2, 2026

Mondays With Maria - 1/26/26

OCPS Superintendent Dr. Maria Vazquez announces year two of the Let's Read OCPS challenge, aiming for a countywide goal of 50 million minutes read by April 30.

January 26, 2026

Mondays With Maria - 1/12/26

Superintendent Maria Vazquez and guests highlight OCPS plans for second semester of the 2025-26 school year, including graduation dates, Stellar awards, the Let's Read Challenge, Spirit Run and more!

January 12, 2026

Mondays With Maria - 12/15/25

Superintendent Dr. Maria Vazquez highlights a winter performance at Dr. Phillips High School.

December 15, 2025