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OC Pathways Showcase takes a virtual journey through career and technical education in Orange County

November 18, 2020

“It’s never too early to start building your network.” That’s the advice Doug Palladini, global brand president for Vans, said he would give to high school students as they equip themselves for a successful ... Read More

From behind the scenes to the front line: Here’s how maintenance teams are keeping OC campuses healthy

Nichole Pichardo

November 17, 2020

It’s not just hand sanitizer, hand washing and social distancing that keep our local schools and workplaces safe. A group of unsung heroes, better known as facilities, maintenance and operations staff, are t... Read More

Sous chef from Anaheim announced as one of California’s top classified employees

Ian Hanigan

November 13, 2020

A sous chef from the Anaheim Union High School District has been named one of six 2020 California Classified School Employees of the Year. Phillip Burns, who has spent the last seven years in Anaheim’s Food ... Read More

Weekly roundup: Santa Ana Unified enters partnership, secondary students return in Newport-Mesa, and more

Ian Hanigan

November 13, 2020

The 50,000-student Santa Ana Unified School District and six other large districts in California recently announced they're committing to a common standard for resuming in-person instruction. The Los Angeles... Read More

Virtual school counseling conference draws more than 700 attendees

Ian Hanigan

November 13, 2020

Nurturing student resilience was the focus of a virtual conference attended by hundreds of Orange County school counselors and educational leaders this week. Organized by OCDE’s Educational Services team, th... Read More

State Board of Education approves shortened standardized tests for students

Nichole Pichardo

November 12, 2020

The California State Board of Education last week voted unanimously to adopt a shortened version of the Smarter Balanced standardized tests in English language arts and mathematics. Each spring, California s... Read More

OCDE’s homeless education program seeks supplies for local families

Ian Hanigan

November 10, 2020

OCDE’s stockpile of supplies for families experiencing homelessness is running on empty. Jeanne Awrey, who coordinates the department's homeless education program and oversees the OCDE-led HOPES Collaborativ... Read More

OCDE Associated Superintendent Nina Boyd

‘Meet the Need’ computer drive aims to close digital divide for low-income families

Ian Hanigan

November 9, 2020

Got an old computer that's gathering dust? It could help an Orange County student navigate distance learning. OCDE is teaming up with Cox Communications, Cox Business and the Orange County Business Council t... Read More

WATCH NOW: We’re saluting the 2021 Orange County Teachers of the Year with a video tribute

Ian Hanigan

November 6, 2020

Around this time of year, OCDE would typically host a formal gala to spotlight dozens of Orange County’s top educators. There would be musical performances. There would be pre-recorded remarks from the honor... Read More

Weekly roundup: Student author spreads a message of kindness and inclusivity, the latest OC districts to reopen, and more

Nichole Pichardo

November 6, 2020

A Corona del Mar High School student is reminding the world that a little kindness goes a long way. After losing her sister, Ava, in 2012 to a rare genetic disorder, 17-year-old Grace Murray has spent her da... Read More

COVID-19 update: OC’s top public health official shares tips for a safe and healthy Thanksgiving

Orange High School opens new state-of-the-art STEM complex

Boxing champ talks knockdowns and decisions with students from OCDE’s alternative ed program

Weekly roundup: Santa Ana Unified debuts new pilot program, OC moves to most restrictive purple tier, and more

Huntington Beach City School District lands new superintendent

OC Pathways Showcase takes a virtual journey through career and technical education in Orange County

From behind the scenes to the front line: Here’s how maintenance teams are keeping OC campuses healthy

Sous chef from Anaheim announced as one of California’s top classified employees

Weekly roundup: Santa Ana Unified enters partnership, secondary students return in Newport-Mesa, and more

Virtual school counseling conference draws more than 700 attendees

State Board of Education approves shortened standardized tests for students

OCDE’s homeless education program seeks supplies for local families

‘Meet the Need’ computer drive aims to close digital divide for low-income families

WATCH NOW: We’re saluting the 2021 Orange County Teachers of the Year with a video tribute

Weekly roundup: Student author spreads a message of kindness and inclusivity, the latest OC districts to reopen, and more

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OCDE in 30 Seconds: IT team keeps district computers running with backup servers

OCDE in 30: Does your school have an Academic Pentathlon team?

OCDE in 30 Seconds: Services for Language Learners provides multilingual and multicultural support

OCDE in 30 Seconds: Deaf and Hard of Hearing

OCDE in 30 Seconds: Services for Language Learners unit offers resources and guidance

OCDE in 30 Seconds: OCDE provides services for infants with hearing loss

OCDE in 30 Seconds: Resources and networking opportunities available to OC families

OCDE in 30 Seconds: Career technical education offers STEM opportunities for all students

OCDE in 30 Seconds: PAL program built on the philosophy of students helping students

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OCDE in 30 Seconds: Looking for meeting space? ‘We’ve got you covered’

OCDE in 30 Seconds: Here’s a little known fact about OCDE’s Business Services division

OCDE in 30 Seconds: A traveling scientist from Inside the Outdoors brings a guest

OCDE in 30 Seconds: A quick look at the National History Day program

OCDE in 30 Seconds: IT division supports the technology needs of Orange County schools

OCDE in 30 Seconds: A brief look at the ‘Move More Eat Healthy’ program

OCDE in 30 Seconds: We break down the Orange County Academic Decathlon in half a minute