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Oxford Academy eighth-grader Aaryan Balani explains how his AI-powered invention helps treat people with intermittent strabismus. (Courtesy of ABC7)

Weekly roundup: ABC7 spotlights Oxford Academy eighth-grader’s AI tool for eye alignment condition, and more

Madeline Gray May 1, 2026
Katrina Edmunds is presented with the Outstanding Career Awareness Educator Award.

OCDE now accepting nominations for Outstanding STEM Educator awards

Nathaniel Martinez May 1, 2026
Dr. Stefan Bean speaks on a stage during The Wooden Floor’s Step Beyond Annual Breakfast, with blue lighting, curtains and a podium in the background.

County superintendent shares message of resilience and support at Step Beyond Annual Breakfast

Ian Hanigan April 30, 2026
Briseyda Cabrera Mejia of Estancia High School poses with family members after being recognized as a 2026 AVID Senior Standout.

2026 OC AVID senior standouts earn $431,000 in scholarships

Vicky Nguyen April 30, 2026
2027 Orange County Teacher of the Year Ryan Healy receives a $25,000 check from the William, Jeff and Jennifer Gross Family Foundation while receiving congratulations from Superintendent Dr. Bean and his Marco Forster Middle School musical theater students.

OCDE announces 2027 Orange County Teachers of the Year with surprise visits

Staff reports April 29, 2026
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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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Weekly roundup: Artist of the Year semifinalists announced, teacher scores on ‘Wheel of Fortune,’ and more

Ian Hanigan April 30, 2021
In partnership with OCDE, the Orange County Register has announced 105 semifinalists in its annual Artist of the Year program....

VIDEO: OCDE announces the 2022 Orange County Teachers of the Year

Ian Hanigan April 29, 2021
Six educators who enlightened, encouraged and uplifted students during one of the most challenging years in a century learned Thursday that they’re the 2022 Orange County Teachers of the Year. For the second straight spring, the announcements were made virtually...
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#kindness1billion: A roundup of random acts of kindness shared (so far) in 2021

Nichole Pichardo April 28, 2021
During the past year and a half, spreading kindness has been more important than ever. Even amid a global pandemic,...
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State expands California Distinguished School list, includes 10 more from OC

Ian Hanigan April 27, 2021
Ten additional Orange County campuses have been added to this year’s list of California Distinguished Schools, bringing OC’s total to...
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Fryberger Elementary in Westminster earns top environmental honor

Ian Hanigan April 27, 2021
After installing energy-efficient HVAC systems, school-wide LED lighting and a solar array that produces 90 percent of its energy needs, Fryberger Elementary School in Westminster created a STEM program to teach students how these upgrades can help combat climate change....
AVID senior recognition

Meet the 2021 AVID high school standouts and scholarship recipients

Nichole Pichardo April 26, 2021
“AVID is more than a class, it is a school family, a support system, and a way of life for...
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