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FutureCurrent: CEO Sloane Keane on the transformative power of mentorship

Madeline Gray May 12, 2026
Connections student Savannah accepts her award alongside members of the Orange County Board of Education and Superintendent Dr. Stefan Bean.

OCDE students reflect on the significance of service, sacrifice through Jack R. Hammett Memorial Day Essay and Art Contest

Nathaniel Martinez May 11, 2026
A Hopkinson Elementary School student interacts with a sensory station created by Los Alamitos High School freshman Wesley Avery for the school’s Multi-Aged Huskies classroom.

Weekly roundup: Los Alamitos freshman creates sensory station for former school, and more

Vicky Nguyen May 8, 2026
Computer screen displaying a warning message attributed to “ShinyHunters” claiming responsibility for a cybersecurity breach involving the Canvas learning management platform.

Schools worldwide respond to Canvas security breach and service disruptions

Ian Hanigan May 7, 2026
Warner Middle School students attend the May 1 Directing Change Youth Choice Awards alongside their advisor Kurt Reisig and assistant principal Dr. Marika Manos.

Student voices lead inaugural OC Youth Choice Awards for mental health films

Madeline Gray May 7, 2026
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High schoolers compete in the 53rd annual Orange County Academic Decathlon

Ian Hanigan January 27, 2021
Around this time of year, hundreds of students would typically gather over two consecutive Saturdays to compete for individual and...
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OCDE to offer series of webinars focused on civic learning and engagement

Nichole Pichardo January 26, 2021
The Orange County Department of Education, in partnership with the San Diego County Office of Education, is inviting educators to...
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Weekly roundup: Grab-and-go meals continue, changes to the SAT exam, and more

Nichole Pichardo January 22, 2021
Although schools in Orange County are slowly beginning to reopen, many districts continue to lend a helping hand to students and families by offering not only free lunch but also free breakfast as part of grab-and-go meal programs. After campuses...
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These educational programs from OC have earned Golden Bell Awards

Ian Hanigan January 20, 2021
The California School Boards Association recently presented Golden Bell Awards to 11 educational programs from Orange County that drive student...
Cox Charities Scholarships

Cox Communications offers scholarship opportunities for high school seniors

Nichole Pichardo January 18, 2021
Cox Communications is once again inviting the next generation of high school seniors who demonstrate a passion for learning and...
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Weekly roundup: Supporting students experiencing homelessness, a state budget starting point, and more

Ian Hanigan January 15, 2021
Spectrum News 1 recently spotlighted a social services liaison for the Santa Ana Unified School District who’s working to provide support for students and families experiencing homelessness. Elida Sanchez and her team are tasked with identifying Santa Ana students who...
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California Department of Public Health issues new COVID-19 guidance for schools

Ian Hanigan January 14, 2021
State health officials on Thursday announced updated guidance for K-12 schools, outlining requirements for campuses that have already reopened along...
he budget looks relatively healthy in the budget year although the Administration projects a structural deficit beginning in 2022-23.

Here are a few takeaways from the governor’s proposed budget

Ian Hanigan January 10, 2021
Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled his preliminary spending plan for 2021-22 on Friday, laying out a $227.2 billion blueprint that would...
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Weekly roundup: Celebrating Ivy League acceptance, temporary returns to distance learning and more

Nichole Pichardo January 8, 2021
Applying to college this year as the pandemic continues has thrust a new set of challenges on high school students. But amid the disruption, we’re celebrating another Orange County high schooler who recently received news that he was accepted to...
Bank of America Student Leaders

Bank of America seeks community-minded high school students for exclusive summer leadership program

Nichole Pichardo January 5, 2021
Do you know a talented high school junior or senior who has a passion for improving their community? For over...
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