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Dr. Daniel P. Hornick has served as Superintendent of Orange County Public Schools since July 1, 2022.

Dr. Daniel P. Hornick has served as the Superintendent of Orange County Public Schools since July 1, 2022. Since assuming this role, Dr. Hornick has been focused on establishing trusting relationships, building positive culture, providing students with access to rigorous and relevant instructional experiences, and enhancing career pathways. In addition to leading OCPS through the strategic planning process, which was rooted in community involvement and stakeholder engagement, Dr. Hornick has spearheaded the expansion of CTE programs, initiated a division-wide attendance initiative, expanded teacher licensure pathway options, enhanced safety and security measures, and worked to improve student learning opportunities and outcomes.

Dr. Hornick earned his bachelor’s degree from Lebanon Valley College, his master’s degree from the University of Mary Washington, and his doctorate from Virginia Commonwealth University.

Dr. Hornick and his wife, Stacy, and their two school-aged children reside in Orange County and enjoy being involved in school and community events.

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Budget

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CTE Facility Construction Project

We are excited to begin construction of our new Career & Technical Education Facility at OCHS! Check in here for updates on the status of the project.

Champ Awards

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Strategic Plan

The OCPS 2023-2028 Strategic Plan was developed over the course of several months beginning in January, 2022, and was adopted by the School Board at the July 24, 2023 meeting.

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