Virtual school counseling conference draws more than 700 attendees Ian Hanigan November 13, 2020Nurturing student resilience was the focus of a virtual conference attended by hundreds of Orange County school counselors and educational...
State Board of Education approves shortened standardized tests for students Nichole Pichardo November 12, 2020The California State Board of Education last week voted unanimously to adopt a shortened version of the Smarter Balanced standardized...
OCDE’s homeless education program seeks supplies for local families Ian Hanigan November 10, 2020OCDE’s stockpile of supplies for families experiencing homelessness is running on empty. Jeanne Awrey, who coordinates the department’s homeless education...
‘Meet the Need’ computer drive aims to close digital divide for low-income families Ian Hanigan November 9, 2020Got an old computer that’s gathering dust? It could help an Orange County student navigate distance learning. OCDE is teaming...
WATCH NOW: We’re saluting the 2021 Orange County Teachers of the Year with a video tribute Ian Hanigan November 6, 2020round this time of year, OCDE would typically host a formal gala to spotlight dozens of Orange County’s top educators....
Weekly roundup: Student author spreads a message of kindness and inclusivity, the latest OC districts to reopen, and more Nichole Pichardo November 6, 2020A Corona del Mar High School student is reminding the world that a little kindness goes a long way. After...
You’re invited! OC Pathways Showcase to highlight partnerships between educators and industry Ian Hanigan November 4, 2020Orange County has built a reputation as a national and international hub for innovative companies and leading-edge educational institutions. And...
ACEs Aware initiative trains thousands of health care providers in trauma-informed care Nichole Pichardo November 4, 2020It’s not just our local schools that are recognizing the importance of screening for adverse childhood experience, or ACEs, and...
Orange County student selected as a top finalist in premiere national middle school STEM competition Nichole Pichardo November 2, 2020A middle school student from Newport Beach was recently recognized as one of the most promising innovators in the nation....
Five things to know about Sunburst Youth Academy Nichole Pichardo November 2, 2020A non-traditional high school in Orange County is giving students who’ve faced significant obstacles a second chance at life. Operated...