The Orange County Department of Education is accepting applications from April 20 to May 22 for its 2026–27 OC Pathways Student Ambassador Program, offering students in grades 7–12 opportunities to build leadership skills, connect with industry mentors and complete real-world projects through career education pathways.
Sunburst Youth Academy paraeducator Raelene Velasquez has been named a 2026 California Classified School Employee of the Year and selected as the state’s sole nominee for the national RISE Award.
Orange County public school enrollment declined by about 1.7 percent in 2025–26, continuing a long-term trend that mirrors statewide and national patterns.
The 50th annual Orange County Arts and Disability Festival will return April 25 at MainPlace Mall in Santa Ana, celebrating five decades of creativity, inclusion and artistic expression with performances, exhibits and hands-on activities for the community.
Quick look: The Fullerton School District has named Dr. Gretchen Janson as its next superintendent. Currently the assistant superintendent of business services for the Lynwood Unified School District, Janson starts July 1. The Fullerton School District has appointed Dr. Gretchen...
The Westminster School District has launched a free after-school Scouts pilot for grades 1–5 at Finley and Schmitt elementary schools, offering weekly, on-campus enrichment focused on leadership, teamwork and hands-on learning, with plans to expand.
Quick look: On the latest FutureCurrent podcast, Segerstrom Center for the Arts President and CEO Casey Reitz discusses how the performing arts helps students build confidence, find belonging and develop a stronger sense of what’s possible. For students, the performing...
