‘Know More, Do Better’ conference equips middle schoolers with tools to spot and prevent human trafficking Ian Hanigan February 5, 2025Hundreds of middle school students from Anaheim, Fullerton and Santa Ana gathered in Costa Mesa last week to learn how...
WATCH: OCDE’s Connections launches first of its kind DHH with disabilities program Nathaniel Martinez January 29, 2025For decades, the Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) has served both students who are deaf or hard of hearing...
Weekly roundup: Eight OC schools earn College Board’s Female Diversity Award, NAMM Foundation celebrates music education in Anaheim, and more Vicky Nguyen January 24, 2025Eight campuses in Orange County have been recognized by the College Board for expanding opportunities for female students in computer...
OCDE announces Dr. Sandra Lee as associate superintendent of Educational Services Ian Hanigan January 22, 2025Dr. Sandra Lee, a distinguished educator and forward-thinking leader with a proven track record of advancing student achievement, has been...
What the governor’s latest spending plan means for OC schools and communities Ian Hanigan January 14, 2025California began 2025 in a stronger fiscal position than it has in recent years, but challenges remain for school districts...
Educators invited to explore Hmong history and culture at upcoming conferences Vicky Nguyen January 7, 2025K-12 educators from across California are invited to two conferences in February and May to learn about a new model...
REGISTER NOW: OC Pathways Showcase to highlight student innovation in education and workforce development Nathaniel Martinez January 6, 2025On Feb. 27, OC Pathways will be hosting its annual showcase — a student-led event designed to celebrate the future...
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...
Weekly roundup: LA Times spotlights OCDE’s model curriculum projects, Brea Olinda senior launches nonprofit to expand STEM access, and more Vicky Nguyen December 13, 2024The Orange County Department of Education was recently featured in a Los Angeles Times article for leading the creation of...
Dr. Bean: 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...
