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OCDE announces six Orange County districts as Innovation Funding Initiative awardees

Ian Hanigan March 9, 2026
Six students wearing red StellarXplorers shirts stand together for a team photo.

Fullerton students blast into national finals of StellarXplorers space competition

Ian Hanigan March 6, 2026
Huntington Beach Fire Department personnel read aloud in a classroom during Read Across America at Peterson Elementary School.

Weekly roundup: Peterson Elementary hosts ninth annual Read Across America event, and more

Vicky Nguyen March 6, 2026
Students gather in the quad at McPherson Magnet School on March 3 as Orange Unified School District and campus administrators surprise custodian Guillermo “Memo” Gutierrez after he is named the 2026 Orange County Classified School Employee of the Year in Custodial and Maintenance Services. His family stands behind him during the recognition.

These are the 2026 Orange County Classified School Employees of the Year

Vicky Nguyen March 6, 2026
University High school's DHH academic bowl team

Academic competition teams from OCDE’s DHH Connections programs advance to national rounds

Nathaniel Martinez March 5, 2026
High school students return surveys at a registration table during the Law Day Conference at Chapman University while a volunteer assists them.

Orange County students tackle real-world legal questions at Law Day conference

Ian Hanigan March 4, 2026
Quick look: Through workshops with judges and attorneys, local students explored real-world legal issues and potential careers in law at...
OCDE Executive Director Kathy Boyd and Administrator Kim Goodwin pose with the OC Pathways student ambassadors at the 12th annual OC Pathways Showcase at the OC Fairgrounds.

OC Pathways Showcase spotlights student innovation and regional partnerships

Madeline Gray March 4, 2026
Quick look: Students demonstrated automotive, medical, engineering and other career skills at the 12th annual OC Pathways Showcase, an event...
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OCDE to host April 14 public forum on active shooter preparedness, led by Seal Beach police captain

Ian Hanigan March 4, 2026
Quick look: OCDE will host a free April 14 public forum on active shooter preparedness, led by Seal Beach Police Capt. Nick Nicholas. The presentation will offer practical guidance on prevention, situational awareness and response strategies for schools, families and...
Orange County Superintendent Dr. Stefan Bean on the FutureCurrent podcast set alongside educator Lainie Rowell and OCDE Associate Superintendent Dr. Sandra Lee.

FutureCurrent: OCDE Associate Superintendent Dr. Sandra Lee on literacy, urgency and building a love of reading

Ian Hanigan March 3, 2026
On the latest episode of FutureCurrent, Dr. Sandra Lee outlines why early literacy matters and what schools are doing to strengthen student outcomes. The episode also offers practical, everyday strategies families can use to help children grow as confident readers.
Cypress School District offices

After 11 years in Cypress, Superintendent Anne Silavs announces retirement

Ian Hanigan March 2, 2026
After more than a decade leading the Cypress School District, Anne Silavs has announced she will retire as superintendent on...
OCDE Orange County Schools Career Fair

OCDE Career Fair to connect job seekers with hiring school districts across Orange County

Vicky Nguyen March 2, 2026
Quick look: The 2026 OCDE Career Fair will take place from 3 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 31, at the OCDE Conference Center in Costa Mesa. Hiring school districts from across Orange County will connect with candidates interested in certificated,...
How to help children cope with tragic events

How to help children cope with tragic events

Staff reports March 2, 2026
When there are moments of high-profile trauma — such as war, terrorism or destructive wildfires — it’s important to remember...
Sydney Tran holds her championship trophy after winning the 2026 Orange County Spelling Bee.

Second serving: Sydney Tran repeats as county spelling bee champion with ‘charcuterie’

Ian Hanigan February 28, 2026
Sydney Tran delivered a repeat performance Saturday — and this time, she did it with “charcuterie.” The El Rancho Charter...
Anaheim Union High School District students will receive free laundry services thanks to a new partnership with local laundromats. (Photo by Karen Tapia, contributing photographer / Southern California News Group)

Weekly roundup: Anaheim high schoolers to receive free laundry services, elementary students explore science through hockey, and more

Madeline Gray February 27, 2026
Students in the Anaheim Union High School District will soon get to do their laundry for free through a new partnership approved by the school board, aimed at helping high schoolers focus on learning. The Orange County Register reported the...
Dr. Norma E. Martinez (center) stands with Centralia School District colleagues holding a sign recognizing her as the 2026 ACSA Region 17 Superintendent of the Year.

ACSA Region 17 announces 2026 Orange County Administrators of the Year

Vicky Nguyen February 25, 2026
ACSA Region 17 has named 20 Orange County educational leaders as 2026 Administrators of the Year. Honorees will be recognized May 11 at the Irvine Marriott Ballrooms, with three additional award recipients to be announced.
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