Orange County Schools recently appointed a new chief operating officer, Fredrick Davis. Since Sept. 5, Davis has met with district principals and begun planning future projects.
Davis’ background is largely anchored in project management. He is a licensed architect in North Carolina and worked with Durham Public Schools as a planner and architect.
In his first month, Davis said he wanted to know more about the district, so he met with all 13 principals to hear their visions and plans. He also said he analyzed the district’s current capital improvement plans to make sure they align with the best funding timelines.
Davis said he is excited to continue working on existing projects, such as the renewal of athletic facilities, air quality upgrades and interior improvements to restrooms and media centers.
Davis said his long-term goals for the district focus on ensuring all facilities are efficient and properly operated. He said he is passionate about transforming learning environments to meet 21st-century standards.
Superintendent Danielle Jones said in an email statement that while Davis works quickly, he is still very strategic in his approach, and she is excited to have him join OCS.
She added that Davis brings expertise, experience and leadership to the district.
“As a collaborative leader, he has already had a positive impact on the way we work directly with our schools to support them and also the way we join with our county to facilitate capital improvements,” Jones said.
Previously, Davis served as a project manager and lead planner for Durham Public Schools and worked with the YMCA of the Triangle on civic projects, including the Southeast Raleigh Elementary School project.
