6 ways to keep your kids safe online Fermin Leal July 23, 2019Technology can provide children with new opportunities to learn and connect that can help them improve their quality of life...
Weekly roundup: Students to receive active-shooter training, new science standards implementation, and more Fermin Leal June 28, 2019Newport-Mesa Unified School District will pilot a program to train students to respond to emergencies on campuses. The one-year program,...
Mijares: Educators must be change-agents, advocates for vulnerable student populations Al Mijares June 26, 2019Interventions for many students have historically taken the form of punitive measures, including suspensions or expulsions. But today’s educators recognize...
New report shows how OCDE measures up against eight strategic goals Ian Hanigan June 18, 2019Orange County Superintendent Dr. Al Mijares has released a new report outlining OCDE’s progress toward its strategic goals. “Measuring Up:...
Weekly roundup: Orange Unified grads celebrate at Angel Stadium, student receives ‘Harry Potter’ themed wheelchair, and more Fermin Leal June 14, 2019High school seniors from the Orange Unified School District’s five high schools couldn’t celebrate their graduation ceremonies at the typical...
Free meals offered at schools, community centers across OC this summer Fermin Leal June 13, 2019Dozens of schools, community centers, parks and other locations across Orange County have begun serving free lunches and breakfasts this...
Popular radio show on personal finance highlights OC’s efforts to promote college and career readiness Ian Hanigan June 7, 2019OCDE’s director of career education was recently featured on a popular personal finance radio show and podcast to talk about...
Update: OC champ places 12th overall in 2019 Scripps National Spelling Bee Fermin Leal May 30, 2019Updated at 9 a.m. on May 31 Nicholas D’Sa eliminated in 12th round Nicholas D’Sa finished in 12th place after...
Coalition of OC districts and partners unites to boost career education Ian Hanigan May 22, 2019An OCDE-led coalition of Orange County school districts, community colleges and ROPs has secured a sweeping round of new funding...
Local students triumph at National History Day-California competition Ian Hanigan May 15, 2019For Maverick Malfavon, months of research, writing and preparation came down to just 10 minutes. That’s how much time the...
