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October/November 2022 Edition

Welcome to the second issue of the new, fully digital Orange Peal. To learn how to suggest stories, click here to read our Letter from the Editor.

Be on the lookout for employee IDs in the photos in this issue. If you see your employee ID number, email [email protected] for a prize.

OCPS Staff Respond Courageously to Hurricane Ian

After Hurricane Ian wreaked havoc across Florida and caused flooding and power outages throughout Orange County, OCPS employees did what we do best - pull together to help.

Nearly 300 employees from across OCPS divisions worked during or after the storm to help the district or the community. Some were based at the Emergency Coordination Center or a school shelter during the storm or beyond. Others helped with cleanup.

First in-person school dedication in three years brings joy

When students, staff and district dignitaries gathered to dedicate the new Stonewyck Elementary Oct. 25, it was a milestone in more than one way.

It was the first in-person school dedication since 2019. It was the first dedication that Dr. Maria Vazquez attended as superintendent. And it was the final dedication for District 3 School Board Member Linda Kobert, who is stepping down after eight years of service.

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In this edition

First in-person school dedication in three years brings joy
When students, staff and district dignitaries gathered to dedicate the new Stonewyck Elementary Oct. 25, it was a milestone in more than one way.

Classroom Materials Get a New Lease on Life

Through a unique partnership between the OCPS Surplus Department and the UCF Curriculum Materials Center, these materials can be repurposed.

Retirement Corner
Building and installing doors, repairing facilities and constructing portables are just some of the tasks carpenter David Bertram has performed for more than 35 years with OCPS.

Orchestral music for the littlest ears
After a two-year hiatus, the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra is again introducing the magic of orchestral music to the littlest ears.

Nourish to Flourish
OCPS’ Nourish to Flourish Wellness Boost encourages employees to live a healthy lifestyle by providing physical- and mental-health tips.

A Funny Thing Happened
As the Media Specialist at Engelwood Elementary, Catie Lane interacts with students from all grade levels and overhears her fair share of student interactions.