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The mission of Orangeburg County School District, the catalyst of innovation and excellence, is to ensure all students discover and develop their person, purpose and platform through high-quality educational experiences distinguished by:
- a culture of collaboration, equity and inclusion
- a creative learning environment with inspiring opportunities
- a commitment to nurture the academic, physical, social and emotional well-being of all.
News & Announcements
![OCSD horizontal logo in color]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742307958/ocsdscorg/wwjdm35rglrdxbrcmsqy/District-logo-hz_news.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742307958/ocsdscorg/wwjdm35rglrdxbrcmsqy/District-logo-hz_news.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742307958/ocsdscorg/wwjdm35rglrdxbrcmsqy/District-logo-hz_news.png","width":800}]){kind=logo}
![photo of Macie Smith]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741631387/ocsdscorg/pledy1gvb780zvkz50pe/JulieStewart.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741631387/ocsdscorg/pledy1gvb780zvkz50pe/JulieStewart.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741631387/ocsdscorg/pledy1gvb780zvkz50pe/JulieStewart.png","width":800}])
Julie Stewart, a 2010 graduate of Branchville High School, has carved out an inspiring career in law, all while staying connected to the small town that helped shape her. A native of Branchville, South Carolina, Julie’s journey is proof to the power of determination, hard work, and community support. Today, she serves as both an attorney and a part-time magistrate judge for Dorchester County, but her success didn’t happen overnight.
![National LifeChanger logo green and black]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1740583225/ocsdscorg/hxqzs9j7dxldsjua1e6a/LifeChanger_Feb2025_news.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1740583225/ocsdscorg/hxqzs9j7dxldsjua1e6a/LifeChanger_Feb2025_news.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1740583225/ocsdscorg/hxqzs9j7dxldsjua1e6a/LifeChanger_Feb2025_news.jpg","width":800}])
![OCSD color district logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1734461500/ocsdscorg/lzev8t8oft7lybwcacun/District-logo_news.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1734461500/ocsdscorg/lzev8t8oft7lybwcacun/District-logo_news.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1734461500/ocsdscorg/lzev8t8oft7lybwcacun/District-logo_news.png","width":800}]){kind=logo}
![Dr. Donyale Mosley Named Coordinator of Dropout Prevention Program]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1740493443/ocsdscorg/jr0syfq2rlhzkwzm5lxi/Mosley_news2025.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1740493443/ocsdscorg/jr0syfq2rlhzkwzm5lxi/Mosley_news2025.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1740493443/ocsdscorg/jr0syfq2rlhzkwzm5lxi/Mosley_news2025.png","width":800}])
![North High Band students secure over $1.5 million in scholarships]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1739888275/ocsdscorg/kyjjnwv7zaib4nqeeqhx/NorthHighBand_news.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1739888275/ocsdscorg/kyjjnwv7zaib4nqeeqhx/NorthHighBand_news.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1739888275/ocsdscorg/kyjjnwv7zaib4nqeeqhx/NorthHighBand_news.jpg","width":800}])
![Shawn Foster Named SCAAA'S 3A/2A/1A Superintendent of The Year For 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1739562196/ocsdscorg/lreytqjqftkd01i1yhry/SCAAA_foster_news.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1739562196/ocsdscorg/lreytqjqftkd01i1yhry/SCAAA_foster_news.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1739562196/ocsdscorg/lreytqjqftkd01i1yhry/SCAAA_foster_news.jpg","width":800}])
![First place winner from Elloree Elem. wins the MLK oratory competition]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1738171238/ocsdscorg/rodbn5owxhgtuukh3k10/2025_MLK-winner_news.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1738171238/ocsdscorg/rodbn5owxhgtuukh3k10/2025_MLK-winner_news.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1738171238/ocsdscorg/rodbn5owxhgtuukh3k10/2025_MLK-winner_news.png","width":800}])
![OCSD board meeting thumbnail]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1710270018/ocsdscorg/tikszrrkesyjzbbyrgdm/Board-mtg-thumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1710270018/ocsdscorg/tikszrrkesyjzbbyrgdm/Board-mtg-thumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1710270018/ocsdscorg/tikszrrkesyjzbbyrgdm/Board-mtg-thumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1710270018/ocsdscorg/tikszrrkesyjzbbyrgdm/Board-mtg-thumbnail.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1710270018/ocsdscorg/tikszrrkesyjzbbyrgdm/Board-mtg-thumbnail.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1710270018/ocsdscorg/tikszrrkesyjzbbyrgdm/Board-mtg-thumbnail.png","width":2200}])
![Leroy Ravenell]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1739307419/ocsdscorg/epqeornrldiucogeidwz/LeroyRavenell.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1739307419/ocsdscorg/epqeornrldiucogeidwz/LeroyRavenell.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1739307419/ocsdscorg/epqeornrldiucogeidwz/LeroyRavenell.png","width":800}])
Sheriff Leroy Ravenell, a 1978 graduate of Holly Hill-Roberts High School, has dedicated his life to serving the people of Orangeburg County. As a lifelong resident of the Santee community, he has become an integral part of the region, taking on the responsibility of safeguarding its citizens and providing leadership in numerous capacities. Currently serving as the 52nd Sheriff of Orangeburg County, Sheriff Ravenell is in his third term, a testimony to his commitment to law enforcement and public safety.