School board members will discuss using school guardians on the Apopka, Ocoee, Winter Garden, Winter Park and Windermere campuses.
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The work session will provide attendees with an overview of Orange County Public Schools’ safety and security program.
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Orange County Public Schools currently have a one-year contract with law enforcement, an agreement that secures School Resource Officers on campuses for the 2024-25 school year.
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New contract discussions regarding the five municipalities will begin in January 2025.
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The district has an open contract with the remaining four agencies: the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, Orlando Police Department, Maitland Police Department and Eatonville Police Department.
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If board members cannot reach an agreement, Florida law allows the Guardian Program to provide added security to school campuses.
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