Summer institute to help educators implement OCDE’s Model Curriculum Projects Vicky Nguyen April 15, 2025Educators across California are invited to attend the Model Curriculum Summer Institute, a four-day professional learning event hosted by the...
Dr. Bean: Finding my ‘why’ in the wake of Operation Babylift Stefan Bean April 8, 2025Fifty years ago this month, Operation Babylift brought thousands of orphaned children from South Vietnam to the United States. I...
Miniature scenes capture big lessons at TLC Public Charter School’s Diorama Showcase Day Ian Hanigan April 4, 2025From erupting volcanoes to the history of Disneyland, tiny scenes captured big ideas at TLC Public Charter School’s Diorama Showcase...
Public invited to review high school ethnic studies course developed for OCDE students, open to all districts Ian Hanigan April 3, 2025The Orange County Department of Education is inviting the public to review and provide feedback on a newly developed ethnic...
Weekly roundup: Westminster middle schoolers raise clams for marine biology project, Tustin Unified clinches national cheer title, and more Madeline Gray March 21, 2025Seventh-grade students in Westminster are getting an up-close look at marine life right in their classroom by raising three Pismo...
National History Day-OC awards ceremony honors student historians, announces state qualifiers Vicky Nguyen March 19, 2025Nearly 200 student projects exploring the theme “Rights and Responsibilities in History” were showcased during the 2025 National History Day-Orange...
OCDE’s origin story dates back to this day in 1889 Ian Hanigan March 11, 2025Today quietly marks an important anniversary for Orange County — and the Orange County Department of Education. On March 11,...
Weekly roundup: Santa Ana promotes healthy eating with eco-friendly food truck, Loara High in Anaheim opens WellSpace, and more Madeline Gray February 28, 2025“La Trokita Verde” — Spanish for the little green truck — will begin serving plant-based meals to students on campuses...
Woodbridge High continues Academic Decathlon reign with eighth county title in nine years Ian Hanigan February 7, 2025Woodbridge High School’s Academic Decathlon team has extended its dynasty, capturing its eighth county championship in nine years. The Irvine...
The academic event season has arrived. Key dates to know in 2025. Vicky Nguyen January 13, 2025The new year brings the excitement of academic competitions, where students can dive into challenges that test their knowledge of...