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‘Return-to-Learn’ post-concussion training for OC schools coming in August

Staff reports July 23, 2015

Each year, thousands of children sustain concussions, but the path to recovery doesn’t always end after the initial treatment. For students returning to school after a traumatic brain injury, the experience of learning and engaging in academic activities that require concentration may actually cause concussion symptoms to reappear – or worsen. [...]

Free teacher summit will explore best practices for implementing California education standards

Staff reports July 15, 2015

Today the California Department of Education announced a free professional learning event available to all California PreK-12 teachers, teacher candidates and school administrators. Click through for information and registration link. [...]

‘STEM ecosystems’ gain traction throughout the nation

Staff reports July 1, 2015

There are now more than two dozen STEM ecosystems at various stages of development around the country -- and many of them are modeled after the OC STEM Initiative here in Orange County. [...]

Successful MTSS implementation pilot program to be expanded for fall 2015

Staff reports July 1, 2015

The Orange County Department of Education will once again offer an innovative series of workshops designed to facilitate the implementation of multi-tiered systems of support, or MTSS, beginning in fall 2015. [...]

OCDE to offer educational technology certifications for teachers and school leaders

Staff reports May 26, 2015

Summer is just around the corner, and for many educators it’s the perfect time to get in some training to enhance and elevate classroom practices. To that end, the Orange County Department of Education is offering Leading Edge Certifications for teachers and school leaders. [...]

Education advisor Fullan calls for collaboration and capacity-building at OCDE conference

Ian Hanigan May 22, 2015

Education reform expert Michael Fullan was the keynote speaker at OCDE’s “Equipping an Emerging Generation” conference, which drew more than 400 educators and business leaders to the Hyatt Regency Orange County. Hosted by County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Al Mijares, the event also featured Trevor Packer, senior vice president for the College Board. [...]

Educators invited to register for OCDE’s ‘Equipping an Emerging Generation’ conference

Ian Hanigan April 29, 2015

Seats are still available for an upcoming education conference featuring a pair of highly influential academic leaders. “Equipping an Emerging Generation,” hosted by OCDE and County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Al Mijares, will include presentations by renowned author and researcher Michael Fullan and College Board Senior Vice President Trevor Packer from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19 at the Hyatt Regency Orange County. [...]

Workshop aims to help teens and families transition from high school to college

Staff reports April 28, 2015

Educators and parents know high school students must be academically ready for college. But are you and your teen socially, emotionally and financially ready too? To help students and their families plan for the next step on their academic paths, the Orange County Department of Education will offer a “Transitioning to College” workshop on Wednesday, May 20 at the OCDE’s conference center in Costa Mesa. [...]

April 21 lecture featuring Sarah Lewis expected to draw business and education leaders

Ian Hanigan April 16, 2015

Renowned author, historian, curator and critic Sarah Lewis will be the featured speaker at the sixth annual Creative Edge Lecture Tuesday, April 21 at the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. “Breakthrough! What We All Can Learn From The World’s Greatest Innovators” starts at 9:30 a.m., and tickets are available to the public at $35 each. [...]

Child Abuse Prevention Month aims to raise awareness of abuse — and how to report it

Staff reports April 14, 2015

Since 1983, Child Abuse Prevention Month has been a time for communities to work together to prevent child abuse. During the month of April, we are all encouraged to learn the signs of child abuse, and how to report it, and we are asked to commit to be a part of the solution. [...]

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