Here are some frequently asked questions on the use of face coverings at school Ian Hanigan September 22, 2020Face masks will likely go down as one of the most enduring visuals of 2020, and for good reason. As...
5 tips to help families to make the most of distance learning Staff reports September 21, 2020While some Orange County school districts are mapping out a return to on-site instruction, others have indicated they’ll stick with...
Q&A: Understanding the impacts of the pandemic on anxiety and depression Ian Hanigan September 21, 2020Results of a survey conducted by the national Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicate symptoms associated with anxiety and...
3 things to know about COVID-19 testing for students and school employees Ian Hanigan September 17, 2020Did you know there are more than 50 COVID-19 testing sites up and running in Orange County, and that educators...
Círculos High arts partnership helps Santa Ana students find their voice Ian Hanigan September 16, 2020Amid a public health crisis, social isolation and societal unrest, a Santa Ana school and a local nonprofit are helping...
Weekly roundup: A look at school reopening timelines, restoring a historic landmark, and more Ian Hanigan September 11, 2020There were quite a few stories this week about school reopening timelines. We’ll start with the Los Alamitos Unified School...
OCDE is supporting local mental health needs through distance learning and beyond Ian Hanigan September 9, 2020When schools closed to students in mid-March, OCDE’s educational and technology teams quickly positioned themselves as a resource, partnering with...
California says OC campuses should be eligible to reopen to students on Sept. 22 Staff reports August 31, 2020The California Department of Public Health has reviewed Orange County’s COVID-19 data and determined it will be necessary to wait...
Weekly roundup: Football practice resumes, concerns about vaccination rates, and more Ian Hanigan August 28, 2020The Beckman High football team was eager to finally participate in its first football practice of the season — even...
Mijares: As OC exits the COVID-19 watch list, health officials keep an eye on local hotspots Al Mijares August 25, 2020With the number of new COVID-19 cases declining, and a relatively low testing positivity rate, Orange County has made its...