Orange County Schools

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WELCOME MR. KOWEEK | The Board of Education approved the recommendation by Superintendent Dr. Danielle Jones of Jeffrey S. Koweek as Chief Human Resources Officer for Orange County Schools. His tenure with OCS will begin on August 15, 2024. “I am excited for the depth of experience in employee relations that Mr. Koweek brings to Orange County Schools,” said Dr. Jones. “Our employees value trusting relationships and a positive culture, within our schools and the district as a whole. I look forward to Mr. Koweek’s leadership in helping OCS recruit and retain highly-qualified staff who care deeply about serving children.” Learn more: https://bit.ly/3REOESU #OCSInspires

We look forward to celebrating our Assistant Principals this week and always, for their dedication in support and leadership for our schools, students, staff, and families. Happy #AssistantPrincipalsWeek! #OCSInspires

Do you want to join a focused and driven team of educators, striving to make a difference for every student? Orange County Schools is actively recruiting for the position of Chief of Equity and Student Achievement. Please submit applications at https://lnkd.in/ev-TT6ui

Ready to start or further your #career in #education? Look no further, the Orange County Schools #JobFair is right around the corner! Join Orange County Schools staff to learn about your career options this spring. The OCS Job Fair will be held at Cedar Ridge High School on Saturday, April 13 from 9 a.m. to noon. Visit ➡ bit.ly/ocs_recruitment to register today! NOW SEEKING: Pre K - 5 | Grades 6 - 8 | Grades 9 - 12 | Math & Science | English | Media Coordinators | EC Teachers | CTE Positions | Support Staff Positions | Bus Drivers | Custodians | Maintenance | Child Nutrition | After School | Substitutes & more... #OCSJobFair #WorkforOCS #OCSInspires

“Let us foster representation, embrace our cultures, educate our communities, uplift our neighbors, and encourage the continuing celebration of Black Excellence.” #BlackHistory #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistoryAllYear

🔥 Apply to the #LatinxEdFellowship if you're ready to be part of something BIGGER!⁠⁠ https://lnkd.in/emmfqxW 🚀 Calling all teens (15-19) living in the Triangle! Ready to explore your leadership potential? 🌟 Do YOU want to make your school a better place for Latine students? 📚 The LatinxEd Fellowship is YOUR ticket to growth, mentorship, and making a real impact! 💪 Apply now and join the movement of empowered youth shaping the future of education in NC! cc Emily Krzyzewski Center ISLA NC Carolina Latinx Center Juntos Program Student U Durham Nativity School North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics Student Action with Farmworkers Durham Public Schools Foundation NC State College of Education UNC School of Education Melissa Perez, M.A., NBCT Lindsey Hubbard Kevin Smith Bryan Christopher

🔥 Apply to the #LatinxEdFellowship if you're ready to be part of something BIGGER!⁠⁠ https://lnkd.in/emmfqxW 🚀 Calling all teens (15-19) living in the Triangle! Ready to explore your leadership potential? 🌟 Do YOU want to make your school a better place for Latine students? 📚 The LatinxEd Fellowship is YOUR ticket to growth, mentorship, and making a real impact! 💪 Apply now and join the movement of empowered youth shaping the future of education in NC! cc Emily Krzyzewski Center ISLA NC Carolina Latinx Center Juntos Program Student U Durham Nativity School North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics Student Action with Farmworkers Durham Public Schools Foundation NC State College of Education UNC School of Education Melissa Perez, M.A., NBCT Lindsey Hubbard Kevin Smith Bryan Christopher

Orange County Board of Education Hires New Superintendent, Dr. Danielle Jones Orange County Schools is thrilled to announce the selection and election of Dr. Danielle Jones, a distinguished education leader and US Air Force veteran, as its next superintendent. Dr. Jones’s tenure will officially commence on February 1, 2024. https://lnkd.in/eDSUpgVA After a meticulous review process that included applications from a diverse pool of twenty-six highly qualified candidates from nine different states and territories, the Board of Education enthusiastically chose Dr. Jones based on her extensive track record of success, her exemplary leadership, and her unwavering dedication to students and staff. The Board is confident that Dr. Jones’s vision and expertise will propel the district to new heights of achievement. Dr. Jones currently serves as assistant superintendent for middle schools for Durham Public Schools (DPS), where she supervises twelve principals and ensures the successful implementation of the district’s strategic plan. The schools in her portfolio have consistently made impressive academic gains over time; in 2023, all twelve schools increased proficiency levels, and half were in the top 20% of schools in the state for their academic growth. Prior to becoming assistant superintendent, Dr. Jones served as a coach and principal supervisor for DPS, where her leadership directly contributed to district-high gains in 6th and 8th grade math. Dr. Jones also served as a highly successful principal and assistant principal in Franklin County Schools and a teacher in the Wake County Public School System. She began her career as a middle school teacher in Youngsville, North Carolina. Dr. Jones is a graduate of the North Carolina School Superintendents’ Association (NCSSA) Aspiring Superintendents Executive Leadership Program. Her leadership has been recognized with the 2022 Dr. Sam J. Houston, Jr. Leadership Award from NCSSA and the 2022 Central Office Personnel to Watch Award from the North Carolina Association for Middle Level Education. Her commitment to education is complemented by her four years of service in the US Air Force. Join us in congratulating Dr. Jones, and learn more on the OCS website ⤴

Congratulations, Meredith Maier (’07 B.A, ’18 Ed.D.)! We are immensely proud to hear that Maier is the 2023-24 Orange County Schools' Principal of the Year! 🎉 Since becoming principal at New Hope Elementary School in 2021, she has accomplished much within a short period of time, increasing grade-level proficiency by 21.5 percentage points and overall proficiency to 48% from 26.5%. Read more about Maier’s journey and inspirational work. https://bit.ly/3M8PqEN