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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
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...
Gallery of videoconference participants

VIDEO: Surprise! Six exemplary educators learn they’re OC’s Teachers of the Year

Ian Hanigan May 22, 2020
This year’s Orange County Teacher of the Year announcements looked a bit different. Conspicuously missing was the big yellow bus,...
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OC students selected to exhibit scientific research at international STEM event

Ian Hanigan May 19, 2020
Four high schoolers from Orange County are showcasing their scientific research and innovations in a virtual exhibit hall during this week’s Regeneron International Science & Engineering Fair, or ISEF. Hosted by the Society for Science & the Public — and...
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4 PAL programs and an advisor earn honors for engaging students

Ian Hanigan May 19, 2020
Four school-based Peer Assistance Leadership (PAL) programs and an advisor have been honored by the Orange County Department of Education...
Priscilla Arceo

Santa Ana High valedictorian speaks for the class of 2020 at ‘Graduate Together’ event

Ian Hanigan May 18, 2020
If you caught the star-studded “Graduate Together” event that streamed live and aired over four networks this weekend, you know...
Classified Employees of the Year

Meet Orange County’s Classified School Employees of the Year for 2020

Ian Hanigan May 18, 2020
OCDE has announced Orange County’s top classified school employees for 2020. Six county finalists were selected from a pool of 64 district-level winners based on their work performance, leadership, commitment and involvement with their schools and communities. In addition to...
Student Maverick Malfavon and teacher Erik Peterson

National History Day has gone virtual, and OC students continue to shine

Ian Hanigan May 15, 2020
After impressing judges at the state level, 11 history projects created by students from the Irvine Unified School District and...
balloons and a sign that reads, "1,000,000 meals served"

Santa Ana Unified has served more than 1 million student meals since closures

Ian Hanigan May 15, 2020
The Santa Ana Unified School District reached a milestone this week by serving its one millionth grab-and-go meal since closing...
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Facing billions in cuts, governor says education will be a priority

Ian Hanigan May 14, 2020
Just months after projecting a surplus of $5.6 billion, Gov. Gavin Newsom walked through his plans to close a $54 billion shortfall on Thursday, as he presented California’s first budget proposal of the COVID-19 era. The national economic upheaval brought on...
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Irvine senior will perform during national ‘Graduate Together’ event honoring the class of 2020

Ian Hanigan May 14, 2020
A student from Irvine has been selected to perform during an hour-long tribute to graduating seniors that will air across...
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