Rod Hawkins
Orange County School Board - District 1
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About the Office
Local school board members are responsible for overseeing school operations within the district, typically including employment decisions regarding a district superintendent.
Term Length
4 years
Election Date
Nov 4, 2025
About Me
Party
Nonpartisan
Occupation
Retired Teacher
Fun Fact
I am an avid sports fan. I have collected sports cards and memorabilia since 1962. I am trying to attend baseball games at all of the MLB stadiums.
Past Experience
I am a lifelong resident of Orange County. My wife, children, and grandchildren have attended and or graduated from Orange County Public Schools. I taught Social Studies and Language Arts at Prospect Heights Middle School in Orange for 42 years. I still teach Behind the Wheel drivers education. I was the Athletic Director at PHMS for over 30 years, I coached Football, Wrestling and Track at the middle school and High school for 45 years
My Top Issues
Invest in local public education
We must provide the best quality learning and teaching environment for our students and teachers.
We must insure the safest environment possible for our students and Staff.
We must continue to push to get our CTE programs up and going as soon as possible.
Education
We must ensure that Orange County Students and Teachers are provided with the highest quality teaching and learning environment possible.
Education
We must continue to expand our CTE options to meet the needs of students wanting to join the workforce upon graduation.
Education
We must ensure that Orange County students and staff are provided with the safest teaching and learning environment possible.
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