Fountain Valley High School welcomes students and staff to new WellSpace on campus Vicky Nguyen November 20, 2023Fountain Valley High School is the latest campus in the county to open a new WellSpace for students and staff...
How to help children cope with tragic events Staff reports October 11, 2023Whenever there’s a high-profile trauma, whether it’s an act of terrorism or a destructive hurricane, it’s important to remember that...
‘Drawn Together’ billboard raises youth mental health advocacy to new heights Vicky Nguyen October 11, 2023A 50-foot-wide billboard intended to raise awareness and encourage conversations about mental health among youth is on display for thousands...
Miramontes: School connections are key to improving mental health, academic performance Ramon Miramontes October 10, 2023Times and technologies may change, but ensuring students feel a sense of connection at school is just as crucial as...
Centralia Elementary School District’s food truck boosts access to nutritious summer meals Vicky Nguyen August 9, 2023Addressing food insecurity among students who attend the Centralia Elementary School District doesn’t end when summer vacation begins. In fact,...
Food pantry started by OCDE’s ACCESS program celebrates one year of serving students, families Ian Hanigan May 29, 2023During the pandemic, schools administered by OCDE’s Alternative Education division — also known as ACCESS — began hosting drive-through food...
6 questions (and answers) about this summer’s California MTSS Professional Learning Institute Ian Hanigan May 17, 2023This summer, the Orange County Department of Education and the Butte County Office of Education are teaming up to host...
On National School Nurse Day, here are 4 things you might not know about school nurses Ian Hanigan May 10, 2023Each year, National Nurses Week is recognized from May 6 through May 12, which, not coincidentally, is the birthday of...
Mental Health Awareness Month: How OCDE is making mental health a year-round focus Ian Hanigan May 8, 2023Every year, the entire month of May is dedicated to raising mental health awareness. But efforts to address and support...
OCDE to host workshop for counselors and others who support student mental health Ian Hanigan May 8, 2023In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, the Orange County Department of Education is hosting a virtual webinar titled “How...
