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A Message from Superintendent Dr. Maria Vazquez

OCPS is honored to have had the continuous support of partners from the faith community since we were founded in 1869.

I am extremely proud of all the work we have accomplished with our 150 faith-based partners. You are a tremendous asset as we strive to prepare, inspire, and empower our nearly 206,000 students at 213 schools.

Our OCPS Adopt-A-School initiative has helped us connect our students with exceptional members of the community who dedicate themselves to inspiring and helping our students through mentoring and other programs. I would also like to thank our faith-based partners for all their support with holiday gift-giving opportunities, back-to-school collection drives, afterschool tutoring, and donating to food and supply pantries.

You help us succeed in our vision to ensure every student has a promising and successful future. I am forever grateful for everything you do for our schools, students, and community. 

Sincerely,

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For decades, faith-based organizations have partnered with schools throughout Orange County. Since 2017, the Foundation for Orange County Public Schools has expanded its outreach and collaboration with faith- and community-based organizations to support public education. 

The Faith-Based Council is focused, determined, and committed to providing youth with as many resources as possible. Through the Partners in Education program, adopting-a-school becomes a great vehicle to connect with a school in the local community. 

Join us in promoting three pillars to maximize student success by creating healthy conditions at school and home – good character, stay-in-school, and anti-bullying. Relationships can be developed with students through a combination of activities such as: 

  • School-Based Mentoring cultivates trusting relationships between adult role models and students, developing positive social skills in students and a sense of belonging among peers, families, and communities. 
  • Program Support addresses student needs including efforts through OCPS food pantry, school supply drives, student volunteer projects, and holiday “wish” lists. 
  • After School & Summer programs provide enrichment activities for students, such as sports leagues, STEM clinics, and other creative ideas.

Get Started in 3 Easy Steps!

  • Select a school of your choice.
  • Contact the school's Partners in Education Coordinator to discuss partnering opportunities.
  • Select and plan three or more activities for the school year.
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