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Weekly roundup: Mendez memorial funding approved, Santa Ana Unified launches superintendent search, and more

July 12, 2019

The Westminster City Council this week approved funding of $450,000 to help build the Mendez Historic Freedom Trail and Monument. The memorial will honor the Mendez v. Westminster case that ended segregation... Read More

2019 state bill tracker: 7 proposed laws that could impact education in OC

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July 11, 2019

The California State Legislature is once again busy this summer considering dozens of proposed education bills that could affect everything from charter schools and mental health support, to when the school day... Read More

OC Bee champ’s passion for spelling developed early on

Fermin Leal

July 9, 2019

In the first grade, Nicholas D’Sa told his teacher that one of his goals in life was to become a good speller. He's not sure exactly why that was the first thought when other students in his class offered re... Read More

Weekly roundup: Students to receive active-shooter training, new science standards implementation, and more

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June 28, 2019

Newport-Mesa Unified School District will pilot a program to train students to respond to emergencies on campuses. The one-year program, which will be piloted at three campuses starting July 1 will provide t... Read More

a group of children under water in a swimming pool

As you prepare to dive into summer, here are some pool safety tips for kids

Fermin Leal

June 25, 2019

As the temperatures rise and children on summer break look for fun activities, splashing and swimming in pools seems like a cool option. Scores of children will dive into summer in backyard, community or res... Read More

Godinez High School softball team reaches elite status with CIF crown

Fermin Leal

June 18, 2019

Orange County Superintendent Dr. Al Mijares recently offered some words of praise for Godinez High School's girls softball team for winning Santa Ana Unified School District's first-ever softball CIF championsh... Read More

high school grads pose in front of angel stadium

Weekly roundup: Orange Unified grads celebrate at Angel Stadium, student receives ‘Harry Potter’ themed wheelchair, and more

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June 14, 2019

High school seniors from the Orange Unified School District's five high schools couldn't celebrate their graduation ceremonies at the typical sites on campuses or at the district's stadium because of ongoing re... Read More

Elementary Pupils Collecting Healthy Lunch In Cafeteria

Free meals offered at schools, community centers across OC this summer

Fermin Leal

June 13, 2019

Dozens of schools, community centers, parks and other locations across Orange County have begun serving free lunches and breakfasts this summer to children ages 18 and under. No forms are needed. Everyone is we... Read More

World War 2 veteran receives diploma on stage

WWII veteran receives high school diploma 76 years later

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June 12, 2019

Filiberto Lopez Montano missed his high school graduation 76 years ago so he could serve his country during World War II. The Valencia High student was serving in the U.S. Navy, deployed in the South Pacific... Read More

graduating students throw caps in the air

Congrats Class of 2019! Check out some OC graduation pics from social media

Fermin Leal

June 8, 2019

More than 40,000 seniors from Orange County's public and private high schools are expected to receive their diplomas this spring. Graduation ceremonies have been taking place over the past few weeks, and will c... Read More

Weekly roundup: Mendez memorial funding approved, Santa Ana Unified launches superintendent search, and more

2019 state bill tracker: 7 proposed laws that could impact education in OC

OC Bee champ’s passion for spelling developed early on

Weekly roundup: Students to receive active-shooter training, new science standards implementation, and more

As you prepare to dive into summer, here are some pool safety tips for kids

Godinez High School softball team reaches elite status with CIF crown

Weekly roundup: Orange Unified grads celebrate at Angel Stadium, student receives ‘Harry Potter’ themed wheelchair, and more

Free meals offered at schools, community centers across OC this summer

WWII veteran receives high school diploma 76 years later

Congrats Class of 2019! Check out some OC graduation pics from social media

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