OCPS dates back to 1869. The state of Florida passed the first school law, which established Orange County as a school district, to be governed by an appointed board of three members and run by a superintendent. What sets us apart from the rest includes that we:

• Provide the highest quality educational and extracurricular opportunities
• Are nationally recognized for instructional and operational excellence
• Have state-of-the-art facilities and are leaders in digital learning
• Prepare students for career and college in a global environment
• Proudly serve a diverse community

We believe every student should have access to a high-quality education regardless of where they live or where they’re from; and that by developing and cultivating strong relationships with our families and the community, together, we can ensure the success of our students.

• Equity
• Integrity
• Inclusion
• Collaboration
• Respect
• Innovation

To ensure every student has a promising and successful future. 

With the support of families and the community, we create enriching and diverse pathways to lead our students to success. 

• High Expectations for Student Learning
• Support of Student Resiliency
• Dedicated and High-Quality Team
• Positive Climate and Safe Environment
• Efficient Operations
• Engaged and Invested Community