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Orlando Thomas
Executive Director of School Supports
Purpose
The School Supports Department is responsible for overseeing a variety of far-ranging services designed to support schools as they endeavor to uphold the District’s Strategic Plan designed to empower each learner to thrive in a diverse and changing world by positively transforming learning and life outcomes for students through educational justice, equity, and excellence.
Core Values
Focus on students
Support our employees who provide myriad student services designed to help every student succeed
Welcome families and community members in our mission to serve students
Devote our efforts to providing learning environments that are safe and dynamic
Areas of Administration
Below are the areas the department administers (click on links to learn more):
After-School Programs (Kids Plus)
Alternative Education
Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
Bullying
Sexual Harassment
Student Code of Conduct
Health Services/Nursing
Safety and Security
Weather Closings/Cancellations