OC students outperform peers on assessments that reflect pandemic-era disruptions Ian Hanigan October 24, 2022Along with marking the first full year of in-person instruction in the age of COVID-19, the 2021-22 school year saw...
Weekly roundup: OCDE honors Santiago High teacher for alcohol and drug prevention, Laguna Beach High senior makes history, and more Vicky Nguyen October 21, 2022A health teacher from Santiago High School received a surprise visit from her students, family and representatives from the Orange...
ACCESS principals work to remove barriers and promote pathways for success Vicky Nguyen October 18, 2022A principal carries an immense amount of weight on their shoulders — taking responsibility for the successes and challenges of...
OC music educator is a 2023 California Teacher of the Year Ian Hanigan October 13, 2022An instrumental music instructor from the Irvine Unified School District has been named one of five California Teachers of the...
OCDE unveils ‘The Punies’ lesson series based on podcast produced by Kobe Bryant Vicky Nguyen October 10, 2022Long before his days of domination on the Los Angeles Lakers, legendary Kobe Bryant knew all too well what it...
Weekly roundup: Oxford Academy student aims to recycle one million batteries, district celebrates anniversary, and more Vicky Nguyen October 7, 2022A high school junior from Oxford Academy is on a quest to save the planet, one used battery at a...
La Quinta High music teacher honored for educational excellence Madeline Gray September 29, 2022La Quinta High School teacher Darlene Machacon’s efforts to create music-making opportunities while meeting students’ needs have earned her recognition...
ACCESS educators build relationships to promote better attendance Vicky Nguyen September 28, 2022Education can only fulfill its promise as the great equalizer when we work to ensure that students are attending school...
Weekly roundup: Brea Canyon High creates ‘Care Closet’ for students, national Blue Ribbon school, Hispanic Heritage Month, and more Vicky Nguyen September 23, 2022When high school student Nathaniel Ornelas needed a suit to wear to a job interview, he turned to Brea Canyon...
VIDEO: Virtual forum stresses importance of building relationships with Latino and Hispanic-identified students Vicky Nguyen September 20, 2022“My teachers told my mom that my English was unsatisfactory and blamed Spanish as the biggest impediment.” Dr. Itzel Meduri...
