Six candidates for the Orange County School Board of Education will compete for four seats, arguing their case for leadership as the district continues to face financial and enrollment challenges.
The candidates agree on a lot, mainly that the district is facing tough budgetary decisions and declining enrollment as families send their kids to private and charter schools. With enrollment numbers tied to funding, most candidates say Orange County Schools (OCS) needs to market itself better to families.
The district also faces staffing issues. Although they vary on approaches, the candidates acknowledge the need to entice teachers to come and stay with OCS…