OC students top state averages by substantial margins on English, math assessments Ian Hanigan October 18, 2023As standardized test scores across California remain on the path to post-pandemic recovery, Orange County appears to be leading the...
California School Boards Association to honor Crisis Response Network with Golden Bell Award Vicky Nguyen October 17, 2023Since 2008, the Orange County Department of Education’s Crisis Response Network has offered support to school communities experiencing traumatic events....
How to help children cope with tragic events Staff reports October 11, 2023Whenever there’s a high-profile trauma, whether it’s an act of terrorism or a destructive hurricane, it’s important to remember that...
‘Drawn Together’ billboard raises youth mental health advocacy to new heights Vicky Nguyen October 11, 2023A 50-foot-wide billboard intended to raise awareness and encourage conversations about mental health among youth is on display for thousands...
Orange County youth tackle substance abuse and more at 2023 FNL Youth Summit Ian Hanigan October 10, 2023Over the weekend, students from across California gathered in Anaheim with the aim of creating a “Limitless” future by tackling...
Miramontes: School connections are key to improving mental health, academic performance Ramon Miramontes October 10, 2023Times and technologies may change, but ensuring students feel a sense of connection at school is just as crucial as...
Cafeterias go gourmet: These are some of OC’s most popular school lunches Ian Hanigan October 9, 2023Today marks the official start of National School Lunch Week. Established in 1962 by President John F. Kennedy, the second...
The Raise Foundation shines light on OC School Nurses Organization’s impact Vicky Nguyen October 3, 2023The Orange County School Nurses Organization was recently lauded for going above and beyond in its mission to help keep...
VIDEO: Orange County Board of Education hosts school safety forum Ian Hanigan September 27, 2023Reports of online predators are on the rise, but parents still hold the key to their children’s safety in the...
Los Alamitos cultivates mental health support with new outdoor garden for students Madeline Gray September 20, 2023Supports for students’ wellness are flourishing in the Los Alamitos Unified School District thanks to a brand-new outdoor retreat on...