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Orange County Superintendent Dr. Stefan Bean and Marvin Smith pose together in a studio

FutureCurrent: Former NFL player Marvin Smith on purpose, prevention and serving others

Ian Hanigan July 21, 2026
Dr. Nadine Burke Harris, California's first surgeon general, delivers the keynote address during the California Multi-Tiered System of Supports Professional Learning Institute on July 14 in Anaheim. Burke Harris spoke about the role of nurturing relationships and coordinated systems in supporting children's health, resilience and learning.

More than 2,300 educators gather to strengthen student supports at California MTSS Professional Learning Institute

Vicky Nguyen July 21, 2026
Participants listen attentively during a literacy training session at the OCDE Conference Center.

Yearlong literacy fellowship hosted by OCDE kicks off with summer training

Ian Hanigan July 21, 2026
Jared Grindlinger pitching in a game for Huntington Beach High School against Marina High School

12 Orange County high school alumni selected in the 2026 MLB Draft

Nathaniel Martinez July 20, 2026
Mariachi members prepare to welcome students and staff on the first day of school at Thomas Edison Elementary in Anaheim. Pictured from left are student Kiara Ramon, music teacher Grace Kwon, student Rita Polo, student Lupe Estrada, student Victoria Limones and music teacher Christina Flynn.

Weekly roundup: Anaheim Union launches mariachi music program at junior high campus, and more

Madeline Gray July 17, 2026
Orange County Youth Council Alcohol Awareness Month

Teens collaborate with retailers to reduce underage drinking during Alcohol Awareness Month

Vicky Nguyen April 26, 2022
Prevention is key for youth members of the Orange County Youth Council (OCYC). In an effort to reduce underage drinking,...
Domingo Belardes leads cultural tour

VIDEO: OCDE, Vanguard University partner with Acjachemen community for history, cultural tours

Ian Hanigan April 25, 2022
Often referred to as the Juaneño Band of Mission Indians, the Acjachemen Nation prospered for thousands of years on lands...
Dr. Al Mijares and Dr. Clayton Chau

County Supt. Dr. Al Mijares and Health Care Agency director Dr. Clayton Chau honored by OC School Boards Association

Vicky Nguyen April 22, 2022
The first case of COVID-19 was reported in Orange County in late January 2020, but few could have imagined the full-blown pandemic that would follow, let alone its impact on schools. At a time of great uncertainty, Orange County Superintendent...
Katella High School

Katella High, one of two OC Green Ribbon Schools, earns national recognition for environmentalism

Ian Hanigan April 22, 2022
Through its educational programs and campus upgrades, Katella High School in the Anaheim Union High School District has been modeling...
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Weekly roundup: Brea Olinda High robotics team competes in international contest, students take center stage, and more

Vicky Nguyen April 22, 2022
The stakes are high for Brea Olinda High School’s robotics team, Mubotics Team 7157, as members travel to Houston, Texas,...
NAMM Best Communities for Music Award

6 OC districts among NAMM Foundation’s best communities for music education

Vicky Nguyen April 21, 2022
As schools and districts in Orange County regain their rhythm with the return of in-person learning and the easing of pandemic protocols, the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation has released its list of the Best Communities for Music...
Elementary School Play

VIDEO: Elementary school students shine on center stage as pandemic protocols ease

Vicky Nguyen April 20, 2022
Students from Sonora Elementary School brought their talents to center stage as they performed Disney’s “Moana Jr.” in April. What they didn’t...
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Ed100 to host academy for student leaders

Ian Hanigan April 19, 2022
Ed100, a website and initiative dedicated to demystifying California’s public education system, is inviting Orange County students ages 13 and...
An image of the OCDE sign at the administrative campus on Kalmus

OCDE associate superintendent who oversees HR honored for leadership during pandemic

Ian Hanigan April 18, 2022
OCDE Associate Superintendent Renee Hendrick has been named one of this year’s top human resources executives by the Orange County Business Journal. The 2022 Distinguished Leaders in Human Resources program recognized 72 Orange County executives leaders who navigated paradigm shifts...
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Weekly roundup: Marina High leader named principal of the year, Westminster High adds beekeeping program, and more

Ian Hanigan April 15, 2022
Marina High School Principal Morgan Smith has been named Secondary Principal of the Year by the Association of California School...
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