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A group of students and advisors from Troy High School stand on a stage at the CyberPatriot National Finals, holding an award in front of a large screen displaying “CyberPatriot National Finals.”

Troy High cyber team earns national honors at CyberPatriot finals

Ian Hanigan March 27, 2026
Westminster School District students perform onstage during the Saturday program.

OCDE announces Dual Language Immersion Convening focused on Vietnamese American Experiences Model Curriculum

Vicky Nguyen March 26, 2026
Venado Middle School students pose with their multiple NHD-OC medals alongside teacher and coach Hector Gamboa, and OCDE Coordinator Julie Hull.

Orange County students shine at NHD-OC contest as 107 advance to state finals

Madeline Gray March 25, 2026
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OCDE to host April 14 public forum on active shooter preparedness, led by Seal Beach police captain

Ian Hanigan March 24, 2026
Students in Trabuco Hills High School’s marching band drumline, wearing navy and white uniforms with plumed helmets, perform during a football game in front of a packed stadium crowd.

Two Orange County schools earn state recognition for arts education

Ian Hanigan March 23, 2026
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VIDEO: Summer at the Center arts program adapts to a virtual format

Ian Hanigan May 10, 2021
For nearly 30 years, OCDE has partnered with Segerstrom Center for the Arts to give students enrolled in the department’s...
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OCDE students reflect on sacrifice, gratitude in Memorial Day essay contest

Ian Hanigan May 10, 2021
When he was younger, Vincent Wilson would spend Memorial Day listening to stories from his great-grandfather and his great-uncle about...
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Foothill High students create posters to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Ian Hanigan May 8, 2021
A student group from Foothill High School has created a series of ten stylized posters in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, each commemorating an important historical figure with an inspirational quote. Designed by members of Foothill...
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Weekly roundup: Artists of the Year announced, OC student accepted to 16 elite colleges, and more

Ian Hanigan May 7, 2021
The Orange County Register announced its 2021 Artists of the Year in seven visual and performing arts categories. Announced May...
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Irvine teacher a finalist in presidential awards program honoring STEM educators

Ian Hanigan May 6, 2021
A math teacher from Woodbridge High School in Irvine is in the running for what’s billed as the highest level...
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OC campuses are ranked among the ‘Best High Schools’ in latest U.S. News rundown

Ian Hanigan May 5, 2021
U.S. News & World Report has ranked nearly 18,000 public high schools based on their state assessments and how well they prepare students for college. Once again, a number of Orange County campuses can be found high on the list....
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VIDEO: PAL programs and advisors earn honors for engaging students, supporting schools during pandemic

Ian Hanigan May 4, 2021
Ten Peer Assistance Leadership (PAL) programs and more than a dozen advisors have been recognized for their efforts to stay...
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5 questions (and answers) about ethnic studies

Staff reports May 3, 2021
In 2021, the State Board of Education unanimously approved the first model ethnic studies curriculum for California’s high schools. Focusing...
Stephanie Loscko, Lisa Nguyen and Elke Petras

OCDE program empowers students to raise mental health awareness, reduce stigmas

Ian Hanigan May 3, 2021
It’s been well-documented that the COVID-19 era has taken its toll on the mental health of children and adults. Yet data also shows student anxiety and depression were on the rise even before the pandemic. According to the 2019-20 California...
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Virtual forum on May 12 to honor Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Ian Hanigan May 1, 2021
A diverse panel of Asian American voices will share personal experiences and perspectives on issues including representation, education and recent...
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