The Orangeburg County School District (OCSD) Board of Trustees met in Executive Session on Monday, January 26, 2026, to conduct its annual job performance evaluation of Superintendent Dr. Shawn D. Foster.
Following the evaluation, the Board awarded Dr. Foster an overall rating of “Excellent.”
“As Chairperson, on behalf of my fellow Board members, I am pleased to announce that Superintendent Shawn Foster received an overall ‘Excellent’ evaluation,” said Dr. Debora Brunson, Chair of the OCSD Board of Trustees. “We commend Dr. Foster for his unwavering dedication to the success of our students and employees. Under his leadership, the District has demonstrated a strong commitment to transparency, inclusiveness, and shared ownership in shaping a very bright future for Orangeburg County School District, she said.”
Dr. Brunson noted that during the 2024–2025 school year, the District made measurable progress across several key areas, including student achievement, facilities, and fiscal management.
“The Board congratulates Dr. Foster on his continued focus on student achievement,” Dr. Brunson said. “The District’s graduation rate increased, reflecting intentional efforts centered on strong instruction, targeted interventions, and expanded pathways to success. In addition, critical facility upgrades funded through the voterapproved bond program remain on track, ensuring safer, more modern learning environments that support teaching and learning across the District.”
The Board also highlighted Dr. Foster’s expertise in financial leadership and
