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Participants and supporters, some dressed in team costumes, cheer from the stands during the Super Quiz Relay at the 2025 Orange County Academic Decathlon.

Academic event season is coming up. Here are some key dates for 2026.

Vicky Nguyen December 16, 2025
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Sunburst cadets suit up for life after graduation

Nathaniel Martinez December 15, 2025
Students from Segerstrom High School’s Class of 2025 take part in their graduation ceremony on May 28.

Weekly roundup: OC districts join CSU Direct Admission Program for fall 2026, and more

Vicky Nguyen December 12, 2025
A note from Dr. Bean

Dr. Bean: OCDE is investing in bold ideas to strengthen student success

Stefan Bean December 10, 2025
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OCDE to host Math Instructional Materials Fair on Jan. 22

Vicky Nguyen December 9, 2025
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Weekly roundup: Model Continuation High Schools, state and local reopening plans, and more

Ian Hanigan March 5, 2021
La Vista High School in Fullerton was among 27 California campuses recognized this week as Model Continuation High Schools for...
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Orange County students celebrate National Read Across America Day

Nichole Pichardo March 2, 2021
March marks National Reading Month, and school districts from across the county are raising awareness about the importance, value and...
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Weekly roundup: Tustin USD teacher creates unique reading experience; vaccines for educators; and more

Nichole Pichardo February 26, 2021
An elementary teacher in the Tustin Unified School District has turned a simple walk around campus into a fun, interactive — and educational — activity for the whole family. Last year, when the pandemic forced students and staff to move...
Know my name face and story

Black History Month forum addresses experiences and strategies for ensuring equity and inclusion

Nichole Pichardo February 26, 2021
“I don’t want you to be colorblind. I want you to see my color.” Those were the personal words Robert...
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All OC school employees will be eligible for COVID-19 vaccinations starting March 1

Ian Hanigan February 23, 2021
[This post has been updated with the latest information as of Monday, March 1, 2021.] Based on the latest state...
Know my name face and story title

Black History Month virtual forum will examine equity, opportunity and inclusion

Ian Hanigan February 21, 2021
Orange County Superintendent Dr. Al Mijares will host a virtual forum this Thursday, Feb. 25 in recognition of Black History Month, with featured speakers set to discuss African American experiences and strategies for ensuring equity, opportunity and inclusion. Leveraging the...
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Weekly roundup: New state guidance for high school sports, vaccine shipping delays, and more

Nichole Pichardo February 19, 2021
The California Department of Public Health on Friday released new updates to its guidance for youth and high school sports,...
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Irvine’s University High School wins its first Orange County Academic Decathlon

Ian Hanigan February 17, 2021
Orange County has a new Academic Decathlon champion — and the makings of a crosstown rivalry. Irvine’s University High School...
ITO and OC Zoo

OC Zoo lends a helping hand, and a few furry friends, to Inside the Outdoors

Nichole Pichardo February 16, 2021
Months after the devastating Bond Fire claimed the home of OCDE’s Inside the Outdoors program, kindness continues to pour in from the Orange County community. As we’ve noted, the Bond Fire arrived with a speed and intensity that made it...
OCMAA Awards

OCDE seeks nominees for annual music and arts administrator awards

Nichole Pichardo February 15, 2021
The Orange County Department of Education is currently seeking nominations for the Orange County Music and Arts Administrators — or...
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