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COVID-19 update: State eases face covering rules, but for now they’re still required inside schools

June 9, 2021

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

VIDEO: Summer at the Center arts program adapts to a virtual format

Ian Hanigan

May 10, 2021

For nearly 30 years, OCDE has partnered with Segerstrom Center for the Arts to give students enrolled in the department's alternative education programs a chance to participate in music, dance and acting under ... Read More

Weekly roundup: Artists of the Year announced, OC student accepted to 16 elite colleges, and more

Ian Hanigan

May 7, 2021

The Orange County Register announced its 2021 Artists of the Year in seven visual and performing arts categories. Announced May 2, the Orange County Artists of the Year are: Dance: Shreya Patel, Troy Hi... Read More

Stephanie Loscko, Lisa Nguyen and Elke Petras

OCDE program empowers students to raise mental health awareness, reduce stigmas

Ian Hanigan

May 3, 2021

OCDE staff members Stephanie Loscko, Lisa Nguyen and Elke Petras are leading an initiative that's empowering students to elevate mental health awareness and reduce stigmas on their school campuses. It’s bee... Read More

Virtual forum on May 12 to honor Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Ian Hanigan

May 1, 2021

A diverse panel of Asian American voices will share personal experiences and perspectives on issues including representation, education and recent anti-Asian incidents across the country during an upcoming onli... Read More

Online gaming nights encourage friendships, inclusivity through shared experiences

Ian Hanigan

April 13, 2021

Orange County high schoolers are invited to build friendships while playing popular games online during a series of upcoming gaming nights. The North America Scholastic Esports Federation is piloting its new... Read More

Black History Month virtual forum will examine equity, opportunity and inclusion

Ian Hanigan

February 21, 2021

Orange County Superintendent Dr. Al Mijares will host a virtual forum this Thursday, Feb. 25 in recognition of Black History Month, with featured speakers set to discuss African American experiences and strateg... Read More

How are we doing? OCDE seeks stakeholder feedback

Ian Hanigan

December 2, 2020

The Orange County Department of Education wants to hear from you. ODCE is inviting educators, students, parents and other stakeholders from across the county to give feedback on its programs and services by ... Read More

Virtual school counseling conference draws more than 700 attendees

Ian Hanigan

November 13, 2020

Nurturing student resilience was the focus of a virtual conference attended by hundreds of Orange County school counselors and educational leaders this week. Organized by OCDE’s Educational Services team, th... Read More

two students stand over a table with models of a human skeleton and other medical models

You’re invited! OC Pathways Showcase to highlight partnerships between educators and industry

Ian Hanigan

November 4, 2020

Orange County has built a reputation as a national and international hub for innovative companies and leading-edge educational institutions. And through an initiative called OC Pathways, those companies and ins... Read More

COVID-19 update: State eases face covering rules, but for now they’re still required inside schools

VIDEO: Summer at the Center arts program adapts to a virtual format

Weekly roundup: Artists of the Year announced, OC student accepted to 16 elite colleges, and more

OCDE program empowers students to raise mental health awareness, reduce stigmas

Virtual forum on May 12 to honor Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Online gaming nights encourage friendships, inclusivity through shared experiences

Black History Month virtual forum will examine equity, opportunity and inclusion

How are we doing? OCDE seeks stakeholder feedback

Virtual school counseling conference draws more than 700 attendees

You’re invited! OC Pathways Showcase to highlight partnerships between educators and industry

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