Three-day Safe Schools Conference to increase collaboration, spotlight best practices Ian Hanigan July 12, 2021More than 300 educators, school workers and law enforcement representatives are set to convene in Orange County this week to...
Weekly roundup: Edison High mural pays tribute to civil rights icons, districts prepare to redraw voting boundaries, and more Ian Hanigan July 2, 2021Edison High recently celebrated the completion of a powerful campus mural depicting figures from the 1960s civil rights movement. Graduating...
Welcome to OC! Lowell Joint becomes the first school district in California to switch counties Ian Hanigan June 28, 2021Along with running its own alternative and special education programs, the Orange County Department of Education provides support and fiscal...
Weekly roundup: United Way gives laptops to college-bound seniors, Saddleback College gets a new mascot, and more Ian Hanigan May 21, 2021Orange County United Way recently distributed hundreds of laptops and technology kits, giving a boost to economically disadvantaged students who...
Mijares: Orange County’s classified employees go above and beyond to support student success Al Mijares May 16, 2021Classified staff members are known for performing essential roles that promote the health, safety and success of all students. In...
VIDEO: PAL programs and advisors earn honors for engaging students, supporting schools during pandemic Ian Hanigan May 4, 2021Ten Peer Assistance Leadership (PAL) programs and more than a dozen advisors have been recognized for their efforts to stay...
OCDE program empowers students to raise mental health awareness, reduce stigmas Ian Hanigan May 3, 2021It’s been well-documented that the COVID-19 era has taken its toll on the mental health of children and adults. Yet...
Weekly roundup: Artist of the Year semifinalists announced, teacher scores on ‘Wheel of Fortune,’ and more Ian Hanigan April 30, 2021In partnership with OCDE, the Orange County Register has announced 105 semifinalists in its annual Artist of the Year program....
VIDEO: OCDE announces the 2022 Orange County Teachers of the Year Ian Hanigan April 29, 2021Six educators who enlightened, encouraged and uplifted students during one of the most challenging years in a century learned Thursday...
Fryberger Elementary in Westminster earns top environmental honor Ian Hanigan April 27, 2021After installing energy-efficient HVAC systems, school-wide LED lighting and a solar array that produces 90 percent of its energy needs,...
