WATCH: Hands-on event connects students and families with career training opportunities Ian Hanigan May 23, 2025Hundreds of students and families attended “Empowering the Future: Internships and Career Exploration” co-hosted by Supervisor Janet Nguyen and County Superintendent Dr. Stefan Bean.
Future of California’s ethnic studies requirement remains uncertain following May budget revision Ian Hanigan May 19, 2025Quick look: California’s plan to make ethnic studies a high school graduation requirement may be on hold — at least...
OCDE’s Connections partners with Fullerton Head Start to expand DHH with disabilities program Nathaniel Martinez May 15, 2025Quick look: OCDE’s Connections program has expanded its Deaf and Hard of Hearing with Disabilities services to preschoolers through a...
Still printing after all these years: Irvine Unified employee has seen it all since day one Ian Hanigan May 14, 2025Quick look: Ken Kafton began working in Irvine Unified before the district was officially established. More than 50 years later,...
Sunburst Youth Academy dedicates outdoor learning center in honor of Rep. Grace Napolitano Ian Hanigan May 9, 2025Quick look: Sunburst Youth Academy dedicated a new outdoor learning center in honor of retired Congresswoman Grace Napolitano, recognizing her...
State leaders briefed on California MTSS gains, encouraged to sustain framework Ian Hanigan May 8, 2025Quick look: State leaders were briefed Thursday on the progress of the California MTSS framework, which has demonstrated success in...
‘A time to reflect, to honor’: Students participate in Jack R. Hammett Memorial Day Essay and Art Contest Ian Hanigan May 8, 2025Quick look: OCDE student Rebecca Page earned top honors in the Jack R. Hammett Memorial Day Essay and Art Contest,...
OCDE honors students and schools for civic learning achievements Nathaniel Martinez May 7, 2025The Orange County Department of Education recently celebrated local school districts and their students for championing civic learning at its...
OC Supervisor Nguyen, County Superintendent Bean to host student career exploration event on May 22 Ian Hanigan May 5, 2025Orange County Supervisor Janet Nguyen and County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Stefan Bean are teaming up to present a special...
OCDE students channel creativity to explore wellness and advocacy through TUPE Art Showcase Ian Hanigan April 30, 2025In a quiet hallway of a Mission Viejo community center, a gallery of student artwork lines the walls, each piece...
