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...
Weekly roundup: High school construction academy meets workforce needs, Teachers of the Year celebrated, and more Fermin Leal May 3, 2019Students trained through Katella High School’s Building Industry Technology Academy, or BITA, are finding work in the construction sector straight...
Surprise! OCDE announces the 2020 Orange County Teachers of the Year Staff reports May 1, 2019Who are the 2020 Orange County Teachers of the Year? You’re about to find out. And so are they. Over...
Fullerton School District students create smartphone apps to solve real-world challenges Ian Hanigan April 25, 2019They devised apps to help locate lost pets, apps to protect the environment and apps to promote health and safety....