2026 Orange County Education Foundation Celebration of Learning Honors Deannne Marshall and Rod Hawkins

Mr. Hawkins and Mrs. Marshall alongside several past OCEF grant recipients, Dr. Hornick, and school board members Mrs. Dawson, Mrs. Whittington, and Mr. Rickett.

Picture from Orange County Public Schools Facebook page.

The Orange County Education Foundation held their annual Celebration of Learning on Thursday, October 1, 2026 at The Pavilion on Lakeland Farm, Orange, Virginia. This annual event brings together educators, alumni, business leaders, families, and community supporters to celebrate those whose dedication has strengthened education throughout Orange County while raising funds to support scholarships, teacher innovation grants, and educational opportunities for students. The Foundation’s mission is to support teachers and students through scholarships, grants, and community partnerships.

This year, the Foundation recognized Deanne Marshall and Rod Hawkins for their outstanding service and lasting contributions to education in Orange County.

Pictured are Mr. Hawkins and Mrs. Marshall alongside several past OCEF grant recipients, Dr. Hornick, and school board members Mrs. Dawson, Mrs. Whittington, and Mr. Rickett. These grants help bring new opportunities, creative ideas, and meaningful experiences to students across Orange County Public Schools.

Orange County Education Foundation
PO Box 131 | Orange VA 22960
ocedfoundationva@gmail.com

The Orange County Education Foundation does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, age, religion, national origin or disability in its employment practices or educational program and activities.