ORANGEBURG, S.C. – The Orangeburg County School District (OCSD) is proud to announce the school-level Teachers and Support Staff of the Year for the 2023-2024 academic year. These exceptional educators have demonstrated unwavering dedication, professionalism, and commitment to the field of education and the well-being of our students.

OCSD educators and support staff members were nominated by their peers and selected by committees at each school, based on their outstanding service and dedication to their students, schools, and communities.

Dr. Shawn D. Foster, Orangeburg County School District Superintendent, shared his appreciation and admiration for this year's winners. "We are immensely proud of the talent, hard work, and passion exhibited by these remarkable individuals,” said Dr. Foster. “They embody the best of what OCSD has to offer and are shining examples of the positive impact that a career in education can have on the lives of our students and adults. Congratulations to each of them for their well-deserved recognition," he concluded.

The winners for the District Teacher of the Year and Support Staff of the Year will be announced at the school district's convocation event August 2, 2023, which will kick off the 2023-2024 school year. Convocation 2023 will not only recognize the individual achievements of these exemplary educators and support staff members, but it will also celebrate the collective strength and spirit of the OCSD community.