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OCDE conference focuses on strengthening school interpretation and translation services

September 9, 2021

There's still time for educators, parents and community members to register for a month-long virtual conference aimed at enhancing school-based interpretation and translation services. Hosted by OCDE’s Educa... Read More

COVID-19 update: State revises school guidance to include extracurricular activities, including sports

Staff reports

September 2, 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

‘With Liberty and Justice for All’: OC forum examines ethnic studies and state’s model curriculum (VIDEO)

Ian Hanigan

July 23, 2021

Orange County Superintendent Al Mijares delivers the introductory remarks during Wednesday's virtual forum, “With Liberty and Justice for All: A Colloquium on Ethnic Studies.” A panel of eight academic expe... Read More

Virtual colloquium on July 21 will discuss ethnic studies and California’s model curriculum

Nichole Pichardo

July 14, 2021

A panel of educational leaders will define ethnic studies and discuss California’s model curriculum during an online forum presented by the Orange County Department of Education. Hosted by Orange County Supe... Read More

Former California Secretary of Education Dave Long

Three-day Safe Schools Conference to increase collaboration, spotlight best practices

Ian Hanigan

July 12, 2021

More than 300 educators, school workers and law enforcement representatives are set to convene in Orange County this week to address critical school safety issues. The 12th annual Safe Schools Conference, wh... 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

OCDE conference focuses on strengthening school interpretation and translation services

COVID-19 update: State revises school guidance to include extracurricular activities, including sports

‘With Liberty and Justice for All’: OC forum examines ethnic studies and state’s model curriculum (VIDEO)

Virtual colloquium on July 21 will discuss ethnic studies and California’s model curriculum

Three-day Safe Schools Conference to increase collaboration, spotlight best practices

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

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