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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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Weekly roundup: All California students now qualify for free school meals, educators gather for MTSS conference, and more

Ian Hanigan July 23, 2021
Starting this year, every public school student in Orange County will have the option to get meals at school for...
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‘With Liberty and Justice for All’: OC forum examines ethnic studies and state’s model curriculum (VIDEO)

Ian Hanigan July 23, 2021
A panel of eight academic experts shared their insight on ethnic studies and California’s recently adopted model curriculum Wednesday during...
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Q&A: Highlights from the fourth annual California MTSS Professional Learning Institute

Nichole Pichardo July 22, 2021
More than 2,500 educators from throughout California gathered virtually this week for a three-day Professional Learning Institute aimed at sharing practices that support the academic, behavioral and social-emotional success of all students. Reflecting the theme “Know Me, Include Me,” the...
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Four OC scholars are named Bank of America Student Leaders

Ian Hanigan July 21, 2021
Two high school seniors and a pair of recent high school graduates from Orange County have been selected to participate...
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New OCTA program to offer free bus rides for Orange County youth

Nichole Pichardo July 20, 2021
A new initiative approved last week by the Orange County Transportation Authority — or OCTA — Board of Directors will...
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Weekly roundup: Santa Ana High School team earns top honors at national speech and debate tournament; new state guidance for K-12 schools; and more

Nichole Pichardo July 16, 2021
A team from Santa Ana High recently won the national championship at a highly-competitive national speech and debate tournament. In what the team is calling a “victory for Santa Ana,” the win marks the first time the district has ever...
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Virtual colloquium on July 21 will discuss ethnic studies and California’s model curriculum

Nichole Pichardo July 14, 2021
A panel of educational leaders will define ethnic studies and discuss California’s model curriculum during an online forum presented by...
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OC educators provide tips to keep students learning this summer

Nichole Pichardo July 14, 2021
The summer months are in full swing and while children and teens can definitely benefit from rest and relaxation, there...
Former California Secretary of Education Dave Long

Three-day Safe Schools Conference to increase collaboration, spotlight best practices

Ian Hanigan July 12, 2021
More than 300 educators, school workers and law enforcement representatives are set to convene in Orange County this week to address critical school safety issues. The 12th annual Safe Schools Conference, which returns to an in-person format after going virtual...
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Weekly roundup: Former Brea Olinda alum headed to the Olympics; updated mask guidance for schools; and more

Nichole Pichardo July 9, 2021
Orange County-born softball player Aubree Munro, who completed her education in the Brea Olinda Unified School District, will soon be...
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