Five OC students present at Johns Hopkins’ Global Health Leaders Conference Vicky Nguyen January 17, 2025Five students from Orange County were selected to speak last summer at the Global Health Leaders Conference led by Johns...
Governor issues order to help students displaced by fires attend schools outside their districts Ian Hanigan January 14, 2025Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order on Tuesday aimed at easing educational disruptions for students displaced by the destructive...
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...
OCDE and OC Social Services Agency transform wellness space for vulnerable youth Madeline Gray January 3, 2025Children arriving at the Orangewood Children and Family Center often face significant challenges, having been removed from their homes due...
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...
A few tips to ensure kids (and grown-ups) have a safe Halloween night Ian Hanigan October 28, 2024Here at the OCDE Boos-room, we like our Halloweens spooky, but we’re also pretty big on safety. So we decided...
Here’s the story behind Red Ribbon Week, which continues through Oct. 31 Ian Hanigan October 22, 2024The Orange County Department of Education has updated its online toolkit to support schools that plan on hosting activities tied...
OC fire update: Robinson and Trabuco elementary schools reopen Tuesday as evacuation orders are lifted Staff reports September 16, 2024Below is a running digest on Orange County fires and school closures. For official information on local fires, evacuations and...
Six Orange County campuses recently named among America’s Healthiest Schools Madeline Gray September 16, 2024Six Orange County schools were recognized for their dedication to advancing the health of students, staff and families — earning...