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COVID-19 update: OCDE reopening recommendations promote social distancing, face coverings

July 15, 2020

OCDE and local school districts continue to track the latest developments related to the COVID-19 respiratory illness while following guidance from the Orange County Health Care Agency, the California Departmen... Read More

‘Orange County Together’ guide provides recommendations for safely reopening local schools

Ian Hanigan

June 19, 2020

Representatives from the Orange County Department of Education and school districts across the county have developed a comprehensive guide with recommendations for reopening more than 600 local schools. Whil... Read More

The Deeper Learning Podcast | Public school funding in the COVID-19 era

Ian Hanigan

June 12, 2020

What started as a mysterious illness on the other side of the world quickly turned into a global pandemic that’s altered nearly every aspect of life. And it’s caused economic shockwaves that could have major co... Read More

California Department of Education publishes guidance for reopening campuses

Ian Hanigan

June 8, 2020

State Superintendent Tony Thurmond on Monday unveiled the California Department of Education’s highly anticipated guidance for reopening campuses, recommending face coverings, physical distancing and regular sy... Read More

After making a Minecraft version of their school, Trabuco Hills High students are throwing a virtual prom

Ian Hanigan

May 28, 2020

When their school’s senior prom was canceled because of a pandemic, a pair of brothers from Trabuco Hills High School in Mission Viejo had a workaround. They had already built their own school — virtuall... Read More

VIDEO: Surprise! Six exemplary educators learn they’re OC’s Teachers of the Year

Ian Hanigan

May 22, 2020

This year’s Orange County Teacher of the Year announcements looked a bit different. Conspicuously missing was the big yellow bus, dubbed the “Prize Patrol,” which has traditionally carried the county superin... Read More

OC students selected to exhibit scientific research at international STEM event

Ian Hanigan

May 19, 2020

Four high schoolers from Orange County are showcasing their scientific research and innovations in a virtual exhibit hall during this week's Regeneron International Science & Engineering Fair, or ISEF. H... Read More

Anaheim Union High School District plans to open a virtual academy in 2020-21

Ian Hanigan

May 8, 2020

Adding a new option for distance learning in the COVID-19 era, the Anaheim Union High School District has announced plans to launch an online secondary school that will be ready for the 2020-21 academic year. ... Read More

Brea Olinda High robotics team producing hundreds of face shields for first responders

Fermin Leal

April 29, 2020

Members of the Brea Olinda High School Robotics Team 7157 are putting their technical talents to good use to produce face shields for first responders and medical personnel in desperate need of personal protect... Read More

2 Orange County campuses named 2020 California Green Ribbon Schools

Fermin Leal

April 23, 2020

Two Orange County campuses were recognized as 2020 California Green Ribbon Schools for their efforts to conserve resources while promoting health and environmental literacy. The schools are Golden View Eleme... Read More

COVID-19 update: OCDE reopening recommendations promote social distancing, face coverings

‘Orange County Together’ guide provides recommendations for safely reopening local schools

The Deeper Learning Podcast | Public school funding in the COVID-19 era

California Department of Education publishes guidance for reopening campuses

After making a Minecraft version of their school, Trabuco Hills High students are throwing a virtual prom

VIDEO: Surprise! Six exemplary educators learn they’re OC’s Teachers of the Year

OC students selected to exhibit scientific research at international STEM event

Anaheim Union High School District plans to open a virtual academy in 2020-21

Brea Olinda High robotics team producing hundreds of face shields for first responders

2 Orange County campuses named 2020 California Green Ribbon Schools

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COVID-19 update: OCDE reopening recommendations promote social distancing, face coverings

California Department of Education publishes guidance for reopening campuses

County superintendent recommends keeping campuses closed to students, focusing on distance learning this school year

OCDE in 30 Seconds: IT team keeps district computers running with backup servers

OCDE in 30: Does your school have an Academic Pentathlon team?

OCDE in 30 Seconds: Services for Language Learners provides multilingual and multicultural support

OCDE in 30 Seconds: Deaf and Hard of Hearing

OCDE in 30 Seconds: Services for Language Learners unit offers resources and guidance

OCDE in 30 Seconds: OCDE provides services for infants with hearing loss

OCDE in 30 Seconds: Resources and networking opportunities available to OC families

OCDE in 30 Seconds: Career technical education offers STEM opportunities for all students

OCDE in 30 Seconds: PAL program built on the philosophy of students helping students

OCDE in 30 Seconds: Friday Night Live empowers youth to be leaders in their communities

OCDE in 30 Seconds: Credential and Fingerprinting Services

OCDE in 30 Seconds: The OCDE print shop makes business cards, books, brochures and more

OCDE in 30 Seconds: Nutrition programs focus on ‘the whole child’

OCDE in 30 Seconds: Now in its 40th year, the VSA Festival is ‘Soaring to Greater Heights’

OCDE in 30 Seconds: Looking for meeting space? ‘We’ve got you covered’

OCDE in 30 Seconds: Here’s a little known fact about OCDE’s Business Services division

OCDE in 30 Seconds: A traveling scientist from Inside the Outdoors brings a guest

OCDE in 30 Seconds: A quick look at the National History Day program

OCDE in 30 Seconds: IT division supports the technology needs of Orange County schools

OCDE in 30 Seconds: A brief look at the ‘Move More Eat Healthy’ program

OCDE in 30 Seconds: We break down the Orange County Academic Decathlon in half a minute