DHH Academic Bowl team at Connections at University High preps for national competition Nathaniel Martinez February 24, 2025At the practices for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Academic Bowl team at Connections at University High School, the...
Building ‘Safety Nets’: OCDE partners with Vanguard University for conference on human trafficking prevention Ian Hanigan February 17, 2025To equip families, educators and community members with the tools to prevent human trafficking and exploitation, OCDE is partnering with...
WATCH: OCDE’s Connections launches first of its kind DHH with disabilities program Nathaniel Martinez January 29, 2025For decades, the Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) has served both students who are deaf or hard of hearing...
OC student leads community effort to aid LA fire victims, kicking off Great Kindness Challenge Nathaniel Martinez January 23, 2025Sometimes, all it takes to show someone kindness is a simple smile, which is exactly what schools throughout Orange County...
What the governor’s latest spending plan means for OC schools and communities Ian Hanigan January 14, 2025California began 2025 in a stronger fiscal position than it has in recent years, but challenges remain for school districts...
How to help children cope with tragic events Staff reports January 9, 2025Whenever there’s a high-profile trauma, whether it’s an act of terrorism or a destructive fire, it’s important to remember that...
That’s a wrap: A look back at the top OCDE Newsroom stories of 2024 Ian Hanigan December 26, 2024From welcoming new leadership and integrating artificial intelligence to honoring outstanding educators and celebrating five decades of environmental education, 2024...
5-3-1 Strategic Plan adds up to OCDE’s path forward Stefan Bean December 11, 2024The holiday season is a natural time for reflection. For organizations like ours, it’s a chance to assess progress, refine...
WATCH: Dr. Bean shares what he’s thankful for this holiday season Ian Hanigan November 26, 2024Orange County Superintendent Dr. Stefan Bean shared his thoughts on gratitude in a holiday message to OCDE staff and the...
How did your school perform? State unveils updated California School Dashboard Ian Hanigan November 21, 2024The 2024 California School Dashboard is up and running, offering both big-picture and detailed views of how public schools and...