State schools chief announces new list of programs serving nutritious meals to low-income families Staff reports July 14, 2016Noting that accessible, healthy meals lead to successful students, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson announced this week that...
Orange County after-school programs receive new award for dedication to health and exercise education Staff reports June 24, 2016It’s no secret Orange County schools have excellent after-school programs. But now, about 20 are being honored with a brand new...
Tustin school staff, police officer recognized for saving boy who collapsed at school Ian Hanigan June 23, 2016A school nurse, an assistant principal and a Tustin Police Department motor officer are being credited with saving the life...
#Kindness1Billion: Tustin High juniors use 3-D printer to create prosthetic arm for fellow student Ian Hanigan May 17, 2016Tustin High was the first campus in Orange County to acquire a 3-D printer. Eight years later, it’s being utilized for...
OCDE in 30 Seconds: Nutrition programs focus on ‘the whole child’ Ian Hanigan April 21, 2016For our latest “OCDE in 30 Seconds” video, we gave Dareen Khatib, manager of OCDE’s Nutrition and Wellness Services team,...
VIDEO: Santa Ana elementary school becomes first in California to install mini-soccer pitch Staff reports March 10, 2016There is nothing “mini” about the new mini-soccer pitch to the students of Santa Ana. Santa Ana Unified School District...
Mijares: Reading aloud to children builds a foundation for learning — and a better life Al Mijares February 24, 2016Whether you’re an educator, a parent, a grandparent, an aunt, an uncle or even an older sibling, there is something...
OCDE in 30 Seconds: A brief look at the ‘Move More Eat Healthy’ program Ian Hanigan February 11, 2016Once again, we’re challenging staff members to explain Orange County Department of Education programs or services in under half a...
Youth from OCDE’s Friday Night Live program host town hall meeting on underage drinking Ian Hanigan February 3, 2016Student leaders from the Santiago de Compostela Church Youth Ministry’s Friday Night Live chapter are getting ready to host a special...
In the news: Career pathway programs on the rise, a bankable opportunity in Anaheim and more Ian Hanigan January 29, 2016It’s that time again. Here’s a week’s worth of local education stories you might have missed. California’s teacher shortage is likely...
