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Weekly roundup: OCDE partners with Pomona College to host AVID leadership conference for ninth graders, and more

Vicky Nguyen April 3, 2026
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REGISTER NOW: ITO announces themes for annual Summer Day Camp

Nathaniel Martinez April 2, 2026
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WATCH: OCDE, UC Irvine apprenticeships support Orange County workforce pipeline

Vicky Nguyen April 1, 2026
Leadership coach Allyson Apsey joined Dr. Stefan Bean on set for the latest episode of the FutureCurrent podcast.

FutureCurrent: Leadership coach Allyson Apsey on building stronger school cultures

Madeline Gray March 31, 2026
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Four OC school districts recognized for leading the way in AI integration

Nathaniel Martinez March 30, 2026
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Dozens of OC educators honored for work in support of language learners

Ian Hanigan June 9, 2020
For the past seven years, OCDE has honored local educators, administrators, community liaisons and parents who’ve championed the academic and...
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California Department of Education publishes guidance for reopening campuses

Ian Hanigan June 8, 2020
State Superintendent Tony Thurmond on Monday unveiled the California Department of Education’s highly anticipated guidance for reopening campuses, recommending face...
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Weekly roundup: Graduation season, reopening guidance, grading during the pandemic, and more

Ian Hanigan June 5, 2020
As we shared previously, districts in Orange County and throughout California are taking innovative approaches to honoring the class of 2020 while following social distancing guidelines to keep students, staff and families safe. Celebrating about 130 graduating seniors over the...
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OCDE previews spending plan for 2020-21

Ian Hanigan June 4, 2020
Despite plummeting state revenue and increased costs related to COVID-19, the Orange County Department of Education is projecting an actual...
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Mijares: We must unite and create the change we want to see

Al Mijares June 3, 2020
Like so many of you, I have spent the last few days anguishing, ruminating, scrutinizing and judging. I have been...
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OCDE forms youth council to tackle substance abuse and promote mental health

Ian Hanigan June 3, 2020
OCDE’s Friday Night Live program has launched a student advisory group to help drive countywide substance abuse prevention efforts and mental health initiatives from a youth perspective. The Orange County Youth Council includes students from across the county who are...
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Three local high schools net awards to expand work-based learning opportunities for students

Ian Hanigan June 2, 2020
Three work-based learning projects from Orange County high schools have been awarded ePrize education grants from Chapman University’s Attallah College...
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Weekly roundup: Innovative graduation ceremonies, a virtual prom, school reopening plans, and more

Ian Hanigan May 29, 2020
With light shows, car parades and special gifts, school districts throughout Orange County are taking innovative approaches to high school...
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After making a Minecraft version of their school, Trabuco Hills High students are throwing a virtual prom

Ian Hanigan May 28, 2020
When their school’s senior prom was canceled because of a pandemic, a pair of brothers from Trabuco Hills High School in Mission Viejo had a workaround. They had already built their own school — virtually. A few months back, as...
Coordinator Elke Petras

VIDEO: OC Friday Night Live Partnership honors two school chapters, two advisors and a local organization

Ian Hanigan May 26, 2020
The Orange County Friday Night Live Partnership has honored two schools, a community organization and a pair of advisors for...
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