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[VIDEO] Harp adds rare and unique sound to Chain of Lakes Middle School orchestra

Most middle school orchestras have violins, violas and cellos. At Chain of Lakes Middle School, they also have a harp. One talented student is learning to play the stunning instrument, adding a

March 5, 2026

[VIDEO] Sadler Elementary School Step Team | Arts in Our Schools Month

Through step, our students are strengthening concentration, discipline and collaboration -- skills that directly support academic success in reading, math and beyond. This is what happens when

March 3, 2026

[VIDEO] Students build, program competition robots Inside Apopka High's Advanced Engineering Magnet

Beep boop… just students at Apopka High building and coding robots like it’s no big deal. The Advanced Engineering Magnet offers hands-on opportunities like this Robotics class, where students

March 2, 2026

[VIDEO] National FFA Week | Colonial High School hosts FFA petting zoo

Goats and lambs on campus? Yes. Future industry leaders? Also yes. Colonial High School's FFA program recently hosted a student-led petting zoo — but this was more than a feel-good event. It was

February 27, 2026

[VIDEO] #IAmAHero | A Day in the Life of OCPS Bus Driver Quatessa Williams

You've never met anyone like OCPS bus driver Quatessa Williams. The laugh? Legendary. The personality? Unmatched. The love she has for kids? Real. Around here, they don’t just call her Ms. Williams.

February 26, 2026

[VIDEO] OCPS Spring College & Career Fair lets students explore opportunities beyond graduation

Future doctors. Future welders. Future business owners. Future everything. Our Spring College & Career Fair wasn’t just an event — it was a launchpad. Students connected with colleges, technical

February 24, 2026

[VIDEO] OCPS Debate Teams compete while building public speaking skills

Argue your point. Sharpen your skills. Repeat. Welcome to the OCPS Debate League! Through friendly competition, watch how these scrimmages help students build confident speaking and leadership

February 12, 2026

Principals Teaching Principals

Matt Hendricks, the principal of Atwater Bay Elementary, has been out of the classroom for 12 years. But during a recent principals meeting, he was holding a foam sphere on a pencil to help

February 11, 2026

[VIDEO] What is GROWL? How this program helps young girls thrive

Finding their roar! Watch how the GROWL mentorship program at Ridgewood Elementary is giving young girls the tools to lead and empowering them to believe in themselves -- in and out of the

February 10, 2026

[VIDEO] 2026 OCPS Spanish Spelling Bee

¡Felicidades! Last week, students competed in the OCPS Spanish Spelling Bee at Olympia High -- but the final results might surprise you!

January 27, 2026

From New Schools to New Additions - OCPS Shifts Building Plans to Fit Enrollment Needs

Established neighborhoods like Dr. Phillips and College Park don’t need more schools. So what happens when more students are expected than seats available? At schools including Dr. Phillips

January 22, 2026

[VIDEO] Wekiva High and UCF team up for mangrove sustainability project

Wekiva High’s aquaponics program is giving students a hands-on opportunity to explore sustainability and environmental science.

January 13, 2026

[VIDEO] Why OCPS music programs rock | Inside Howard Middle School's guitar program

This is what powerful arts education looks like. Howard Middle School’s unique guitar program helps students build confidence, creativity and collaboration through hands-on learning.

January 8, 2026

[VIDEO] OCPS Holiday Shopping Day for students in need

Behind the scenes this holiday season, something special is happening. OCPS Holiday Shopping Day helps provide gifts for students in need -- turning the generosity of our donors into moments of joy.

December 18, 2025

[VIDEO] Students shine at the District V Thespian Festival

Four days of pure theatre magic at the District V Thespian Festival! Dozens of OCPS schools jumped into the spotlight — performing, competing, collaborating and learning the kind of skills that shine

December 11, 2025

Getting Help Early

In a playroom filled with colorful toddler toys, OCPS child development experts are helping parents get answers – and connecting their young children with help up to two years before kindergarten.

December 10, 2025

Luminary Opens: A New School Lights the Way

This August, OCPS opened Luminary Elementary, a new state-of-the-art school located in the Lake Nona area. The school is the second elementary constructed using the district’s new prototype design,

December 9, 2025

[VIDEO] Robotics, Aerospace and Real Skills: Inside Apopka High's Advanced Engineering Magnet

Did you know that Apopka High School offers an Advanced Engineering Magnet Program? From advanced robotics to aerospace engineering, these students dive into project-based learning that challenges

December 8, 2025

[VIDEO] Arts Integration program brings STEAM to life for Robinswood Middle students

When math meets art...the results are mind-blowing! Robinswood Middle School students are blending math, design and VR magic thanks to an arts integrated STEAM program with Orlando Family Stage.

November 6, 2025

[VIDEO] Electrify Your Strings: Wekiva High students redefine music education with rock

Forget everything you thought you knew about string music. Wekiva High’s Electrify Your Strings program is empowering a new generation of musicians to think bigger, play louder and redefine what

October 28, 2025

[VIDEO] SGA Election Day at Carver Middle School | Learning how the voting process works

It's Election Day at Carver Middle School! Students recently participated in their Student Government Association elections by following the full voting process: campaign signs, check-in stations,

October 23, 2025

[VIDEO] Un día con Lorna Meléndez: el puente entre Dover Shores y su comunidad

Acompáñanos a vivir un día con Lorna Meléndez, Parent Engagement Liaison en Dover Shores Elementary, y descubre el impacto que tiene en su comunidad. Lorna es la conexión entre la escuela y las

October 21, 2025

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