VIDEO: Teamwork in Garden Grove helps fifth-grader play cello at her school’s spring recital Staff reports June 27, 2016When Loreen Pham, a fifth-grader at Garden Grove’s Wakeham Elementary School, told music teacher Sarah Moulton that she wanted to...
Orange County after-school programs receive new award for dedication to health and exercise education Staff reports June 24, 2016It’s no secret Orange County schools have excellent after-school programs. But now, about 20 are being honored with a brand new...
Tustin school staff, police officer recognized for saving boy who collapsed at school Ian Hanigan June 23, 2016A school nurse, an assistant principal and a Tustin Police Department motor officer are being credited with saving the life...
Kindness Korner: Her 11th birthday spent completing 11 acts of kindness Staff reports June 21, 2016Kids’ birthday celebrations are often tied to a theme, perhaps based on their favorite movie or character. But this year one Capistrano Beach...
Strategies to steer students toward success and avoid summer learning loss Staff reports June 20, 2016Summer learning loss. Summer slide. Brain drain. These are three terms for one extensively studied condition in which students fall behind during long periods...
In the news: Huntington Beach Union High School District Board announces interim superintendent, tips on helping kids cope with tragedy and more Staff reports June 17, 2016The OCDE weekly roundup is here, just in case you missed any Orange County education news. Take a look: Students...
OC Health Care Agency says temperatures are on the rise, along with the risk of heat-related illnesses Ian Hanigan June 16, 2016Here’s hoping your Father’s Day plans are indoors. Temperatures in many inland communities may near triple-digits on Sunday, and all...
VIDEO: It’s boys versus girls in Arroyo Elementary’s ‘Lemonade Wars,’ but charity always wins Staff reports June 14, 2016Lemonade consists of lemons, sugar and water. But at Arroyo Elementary School in Tustin, lemonade means much more. Inspired by the...
In the news: Anaheim Union offers students paid internships, Beckman High’s only principal retires and more Staff reports June 10, 2016Did you miss any Orange County education stories this week? Let the OCDE weekly roundup catch you up. Take a look: Tustin’s Ladera...
OCDE in 30 Seconds: Credential and Fingerprinting Services Staff reports June 9, 2016Sometimes it takes just 30 seconds to get fingerprinted. So let’s take just 30 seconds to catch up with Support Services Manager Susana...
