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ParentSquare is a unified communication platform that offers a variety of tools that allow the district, school administrators and teachers to more effectively communicate and engage with families and students.

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School Profile

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Vision: Every student graduates prepared and inspired for a thriving future.

Mission: Together with our families and the community, we empower students with a superior academic experience, essential life skills, and boundless opportunities.

Address: 801 S. Rio Grande Avenue, Orlando, FL32805-3765

Phone: 407-835-2300 | Fax 407-835-2337

Principal: Orlando Norwood

Mascot: Tigers

Colors: Orange, Green

School Hours: 7:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Monday-Friday)

Summer Office Hours: from June 16-July 27
7:00am to 5:30pm (Monday-Thursday)

Grades: 9th – 12th 

Principal’s Message
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Greetings!  

I am excited to serve as the proud principal of the “GREAT” Jones High School, and I want to kindly welcome you to the 2025-2026 school year. It is my sincere pleasure to work with our dedicated staff and community to help provide an excellent educational experience for our students. We are committed to ensuring that our students receive the best support to learn and grow.

My vision for Jones High School is to create an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and safe so that positive experiences and academic success take place each day! Families, teachers, support staff, community members, and administration all play a major part in helping our students develop academically, socially, and emotionally.

Again, I welcome and value your positive energy and look forward to working with you and your students. If you would like more information about our school, feel free to contact any of us at Jones High School. Also, you can follow us on Instagram at joneshighschoolocps and Facebook at JonesHighSchoolOCPS.

Sincerely, 

Orlando Norwood, M.Ed
Principal