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The 5th Annual School Spirit Run is officially set for Saturday, February 7, 2026. We can’t wait to see our community come together in full stride!

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Let's Read OCPS!

Let’s Read, OCPS!, a district-wide reading challenge, will run from January 26 to April 30, 2026, and aims to encourage students to read for enjoyment and develop a lifelong love of reading by contributing to the district-wide goal of reading 50 million minutes.

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Course Requests for the 2026–27 school year

OCPS Families – Course Requests for the 2026–27 school year for rising 9th–12th grade students will be completed through Xello Course Planner from January 20 - February 27.

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Orange County Public Schools is proud to honor our graduating seniors. Find all the details you need for commencement ceremonies, including dates, times, and locations for each high school.

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What is ParentSquare?

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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Parents, now is the time!

At OCPS, we believe that every student deserves a thriving future, and it all starts with the right educational foundation. Click below to enroll your child and become part of a community that’s united in purpose and passionate about student success.

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Need to Locate Resources? You can search for free or reduced cost programs such as food, housing, mental health, education programs, and other social services provided directly by Community Based Organizations.

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OCPS Parent Portal Concerns?

If you are experiencing issues with an OCPS Parent Portal Application (i.e. Skyward Family Access, Canvas Parent) please click below for support.

Parent Portal Concerns Form

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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

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