OCS Family Updates - September 28, 2025
We have four important announcements to share for Sunday, September 28, 2025 (sent to the OCS community by email and text message). Please stay tuned to our website orangecountyfirst.com for additional updates, and thank you as always for sharing!
Congratulations to Principal Kristin Mattison-Williamson of Pathways Elementary School on being named OCS 2025-2026 Principal of the Year!
After being surprised with this award in a whole-school assembly, Mrs. Mattison-Williamson told all the Pathways Stars: “I tell you every day how much I love you, and you are shining examples that ‘you can do anything you put your mind to.’ You all are filled with so much purpose in life, and I am honored to serve you and to help you get to your purpose in life. I could not ask for a better group of people in a community. I truly feel blessed and honored to work and serve alongside each and every one of you.” [Learn more.]
Congratulations to Exceptional Children’s Teacher Rebeckah Goras of A.L. Stanback Middle School on being named OCS 2025-2026 Beginning Teacher of the Year!
“At my core, I am driven by the unwavering belief that every student can succeed when given the right support,” wrote Goras on being nominated for this teaching award. “This year has affirmed that mission and ignited an even deeper commitment to ensuring my students are seen, heard, and valued.” [Learn more.]
Today is the survey deadline!
Sunday, September 28 is the last day for students, families, staff, and our whole community to take the 5-minute Strategic Plan Community Input Plan Survey. Make your voice heard, and help shape the future of Orange County Schools in the OCS 2026-2031 Strategic Plan! [Take the survey here in English: bit.ly/ocs_shapeourfuture and Spanish: bit.ly/ocs_moldeamosnuestrofuturo.]
Visit ReadyOrange.org and Sign Up for OC Alerts
OC Alerts is the public alert and warning system for Orange County. All Orange County residents are encouraged to sign up for OC Alerts to get important public safety messages. Visit ocalertsnc.com to sign up, and be the first to know!
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