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Tustin Memorial Academy students Vivienne, Cora, Miles, Maddie and Delnia win first place and the community-focused award from the Municipal Water District of OC for their dynamic prototype called "The Cat Robot."

PHOTOS: Orange County student makers celebrated for creating problem-solving innovations

Madeline Gray June 16, 2026
“A Moment in the Sun,” created by Juni Lee, a 12th-grade student at Sunny Hills High School in the Fullerton Joint Union High School District, will be featured in the 2026 Festival of Arts Junior Art Exhibit in Laguna Beach.

93rd Festival of Arts to showcase more than 330 pieces by Orange County students

Vicky Nguyen June 16, 2026
Participants sit at round tables during the State of the Student Forum at the OCDE Conference Center in Costa Mesa while listening to a panel discussion and presentation about student outcomes and community partnerships.

State of the Student Forum sparks conversation about supporting OC learners

Ian Hanigan June 15, 2026
Painters from Warner Middle School and Westminster High School pose for a photo while working on a mural depicting the ecosystems of the Bolsa Chica Wetlands.

Weekly roundup: Westminster students create mural inspired by Bolsa Chica Wetlands, and more

Vicky Nguyen June 12, 2026
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The bell behind the brand

Nathaniel Martinez June 10, 2026
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Students participate virtually in National History Day-Orange County competition

Ian Hanigan February 11, 2021
More than 200 young historians representing 25 schools will once again showcase their original websites, papers, documentaries, performances and exhibits...
Fifth-grader at ceremony

#Kindness1Billion: Newhope Elementary student’s Make-A-Wish request is loud and clear

Ian Hanigan February 9, 2021
Vivian Nguyen could have asked for virtually anything. But the Newhope Elementary School fifth-grader used her wish to help others....
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OCArts4All now accepting submissions for county-wide virtual showcase

Nichole Pichardo February 8, 2021
The Orange County Department of Education is inviting teachers from public, private, charter and home schools from around the county to submit original artwork for an opportunity to be displayed at the OCArts4All Virtual Art Showcase. Formerly known as the...
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Weekly roundup: Cross country resumes, Huntington Beach students return to campuses, and more

Nichole Pichardo February 5, 2021
Although the CIF Southern Section made a decision to cancel fall sports championships, cross country recently received the green light...
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OCDE unveils resources to help educators teach about airborne illnesses, vaccines

Ian Hanigan February 4, 2021
OCDE has partnered with the Orange County Health Care Agency to produce a series of mini-lessons, activities and informational handouts...
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OCDE honors school counselors for contributions and support during an unprecedented year

Nichole Pichardo February 3, 2021
Although the pandemic has once again canceled an in-person awards ceremony, that didn’t stop OCDE from honoring nine local school counselors for their dedication and commitment to Orange County students and families. As we mentioned, National School Counseling Week is...
Cindy Kha Former ACCESS student

Understanding ACEs: Stories of trauma and resilience

Nichole Pichardo February 2, 2021
Over the past few months, the OCDE Newsroom has cast a light on ACE’s – or Adverse Childhood Experiences. Through...
close up doctor holding syringe and using cotton before make injection to patient in medical mask. Covid-19 or coronavirus vaccine

Vaccinations are coming for school employees — but how soon?

Ian Hanigan February 1, 2021
[This post has been updated with the latest information as of Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2021.] cross the country, COVID-19 vaccine...
National School Counseling Week 2021

Celebrating school counselors: Four facts you may not know

Nichole Pichardo January 31, 2021
One week a year is devoted to celebrating and recognizing a special group of uniquely-trained educators who have a big impact on student success and achievement in our local schools. Celebrated annually during the first week in February, National School...
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COVID-19 updates from 2021

Staff reports January 29, 2021
Below is our running COVID-19 digest for 2021, with older stories posted at the bottom of the page. For the...
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