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Behind the credentials: OCDE’s Credentialing team keeps Orange County educators cleared at all times

Nathaniel Martinez October 9, 2026
Students in Hicks Canyon Elementary School's Mandarin Immersion Program pose with educators during the school's Mid-Autumn Festival celebration. Several children wore traditional Chinese-inspired clothing for the occasion. (Photo courtesy of the Tustin Unified School District)

Weekly roundup: Hicks Canyon Elementary students celebrate language and culture during Mid-Autumn Festival, and more

Vicky Nguyen October 9, 2026
College and Career Preparatory Academy student Samantha A. takes the stage to accept her Perseverance Award at the June 16 graduation ceremony.

WATCH: OCDE’s College and Career Preparatory Academy celebrates one of its largest graduating classes

Madeline Gray October 9, 2026
Wendy Saldivar poses with Orange County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Stefan Bean after receiving her 2027 Orange County Teacher of the Year award during a surprise classroom visit in April.

Loara Elementary teacher named one of five 2027 California Teachers of the Year

Vicky Nguyen October 8, 2026
Four education leaders pose at the Fullerton School District Board of Education meeting on July 27, 2026, holding a large ceremonial $525,000 check from OCDE’s Innovation Funding Initiative.

OCDE opens second round of Innovation Funding Initiative, offering up to $525,000 per project

Ian Hanigan October 7, 2026
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La Habra City School District names new superintendent

Nichole Pichardo February 1, 2022
The La Habra City School District has announced its next superintendent. Dr. Mario A. Carlos, who’s been serving the district...
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Ocean View School District superintendent announces retirement

Nichole Pichardo January 31, 2022
Ocean View School District Superintendent Dr. Carol Hansen has announced she’ll retire from the district in July 2022, capping a...
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Weekly roundup: Spreading kindness across OC, big changes to the SAT, and more

Nichole Pichardo January 28, 2022
The world could use some extra kindness right now, and students across Orange County are working to deliver it. As we mentioned earlier this week, students and staff are participating in the Great Kindness Challenge, which is a national program...
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Anaheim Elementary School District extends school day for expanded learning opportunities

Ian Hanigan January 27, 2022
The Anaheim Elementary School District announced this week that it’s extended the school day to nine hours at each of...
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Dr. Joanne Culverhouse, superintendent of the La Habra City School District, announces retirement

Ian Hanigan January 24, 2022
La Habra City School District superintendent Dr. Joanne Culverhouse has announced her decision to retire at the end of the...
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Weekly roundup: Anaheim high schoolers take part in day of service, COVID news, and more

Ian Hanigan January 21, 2022
Inspired by the life and service of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., hundreds of students from the Anaheim Union High School District spent Monday’s national holiday bettering their campuses and communities. As the Orange County Register reported, Kennedy High seniors...
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OCDE’s College and Career Preparatory Academy is helping young adults move forward

Nichole Pichardo January 19, 2022
A local charter school is opening doors for young adults who are behind in credits and need to complete their...
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Weekly roundup: Takeaways from the governor’s proposed budget, updated guidance for K-12 schools, and more

Nichole Pichardo January 14, 2022
Governor Gavin Newsom on Monday unveiled his preliminary spending plan for 2022-23, a $286.4 billion budget proposal that would once...
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It’s time to recognize your favorite school counselors and counseling advocates

Ian Hanigan January 13, 2022
The Orange County Department of Education is gathering nominations for its annual Counselor Recognition Program. Established in 2018, the awards program spotlights outstanding local school counselors and school counseling advocates who consistently go above and beyond to support students, staff,...
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Inside the Outdoors Foundation to host MLK Day of Service trash clean-up event

Nichole Pichardo January 12, 2022
Inside the Outdoors Foundation, in partnership with the City of Newport Beach, is providing an opportunity for local residents to...
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