WATCH: OCDE’s Connections launches first of its kind DHH with disabilities program Nathaniel Martinez January 29, 2025For decades, the Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) has served both students who are deaf or hard of hearing...
Orange County schools mark Lunar New Year with cultural celebrations Vicky Nguyen January 29, 2025With the Year of the Snake beginning Wednesday, Jan. 29, schools across Orange County are celebrating Lunar New Year with...
White House rescinds federal funding freeze that raised questions for educators Ian Hanigan January 29, 2025The White House on Wednesday rescinded a widespread freeze on federal grants and loans, one day after a federal judge...
Weekly roundup: Eight OC schools earn College Board’s Female Diversity Award, NAMM Foundation celebrates music education in Anaheim, and more Vicky Nguyen January 24, 2025Eight campuses in Orange County have been recognized by the College Board for expanding opportunities for female students in computer...
OC student leads community effort to aid LA fire victims, kicking off Great Kindness Challenge Nathaniel Martinez January 23, 2025Sometimes, all it takes to show someone kindness is a simple smile, which is exactly what schools throughout Orange County...
OCDE announces Dr. Sandra Lee as associate superintendent of Educational Services Ian Hanigan January 22, 2025Dr. Sandra Lee, a distinguished educator and forward-thinking leader with a proven track record of advancing student achievement, has been...
Weekly roundup: Los Alamitos High organizes donations for students affected by Eaton fire, Fullerton colleges honored for civic participation, and more Madeline Gray January 17, 2025Since igniting on Tuesday, Jan. 7, the Eaton fire in Altadena has destroyed thousands of structures and displaced tens of...
Five OC students present at Johns Hopkins’ Global Health Leaders Conference Vicky Nguyen January 17, 2025Five students from Orange County were selected to speak last summer at the Global Health Leaders Conference led by Johns...
Inside the Outdoors’ annual cleanup honoring MLK returns Madeline Gray January 15, 2025Every year, more than 10,000 Orange County students learn about estuarine ecosystems and local wildlife through field trips hosted at...
Governor issues order to help students displaced by fires attend schools outside their districts Ian Hanigan January 14, 2025Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order on Tuesday aimed at easing educational disruptions for students displaced by the destructive...