The vision of Orange County Schools (OCS) is to prepare every learner for lifelong service and success. To achieve this vision, OCS is committed to educating students in a safe, inclusive environment, where we engage, challenge and inspire them to reach their maximum potential. Orange County Schools has a total of 7 elementary schools (K-5), 3 middle schools (6-8) and 3 high schools (9-12). The total student population consists of approximately 7,250 students of which, 3,145 are in elementary (K-5), 1,645 are in middle (6-8) and 2,490 are in high (9-12). Serving almost 7,250 students and 13 schools, we are focused on meeting the diverse learning needs of all students. OCS currently has approximately 50% of students receiving free and reduced lunch. Student demographics based on ethnicity are 1,001 Black, 3,427 White, 1,993 Hispanic, 129 Asian, 15 Native American, and 507 Multi-Racial. 1,151 students receive EC services and 1,391 are enrolled in the AIG program. The overall CTE credentials earned are 1,152. The objective of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is to contract with a qualified vendor that will provide K-12 core instructional materials in mathematics that will support the district’s academic goals, align with state standards, and engage students in rigorous and meaningful mathematical learning. Proposals must support effective teaching and learning of all learners in all classrooms in Kindergarten through Grade 12. Vendors with resources that address various needs ranging within K-5, 6-8, and 9-12 are also welcome to submit proposals. Vendors shall demonstrate how they will meet each requirement. OCS seeks curricular materials and approaches that are: ● Aligned to the North Carolina Standard Course of Study (NCSCOC) ● Culturally responsive ● Explicitly support English Language Learners, students with disabilities, and students in need of additional intervention ● Allow for enrichment and acceleration The selected materials must be comprehensive, research-based, and user-friendly for teachers and students alike. The selected materials must be tailored for immediate teacher implementation aligned to the grade appropriate academic needs of K-5, 6-8, and 9-12 grade students with a component of professional development and coaching for successful implementation and sustainability. OCS will consider multiple curriculum material products for different grade spans (K-5, 6-8, 9-12) and courses for standard alignment and to best meet the needs of the students
