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...
Weekly roundup: Spectrum News spotlights Superintendent Dr. Stefan Bean, Los Alamitos High student launches program to empower peers, and more Madeline Gray November 15, 2024Dr. Stefan Bean’s journey to serving as the 12th Orange County Superintendent of Schools is likely the sort of storyline...
Irvine principal is among nine nationwide to earn award for outstanding leadership Ian Hanigan October 17, 2024The principal of South Lake Middle School in the Irvine Unified School District has been named one of just nine...
Weekly roundup: Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified program brews up student-run coffee business, Westminster High donates to OC Food Bank, and more Madeline Gray October 4, 2024In the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District, Venture Academy students are blending fresh cups of coffee with real-world skills as...
