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Students in the inaugural Certified Nursing Assistant cohort celebrate completing the tuition-free program offered through a partnership between Orange Unified School District and Santiago Canyon College. Participants completed coursework and hands-on clinical training while still enrolled in high school.

Weekly roundup: Orange Unified, Santiago Canyon College celebrates first certified nursing assistant cohort, and more

Vicky Nguyen July 10, 2026
Dr. Stefan Bean raises his right hand while his four children administer the oath of office during an Orange County Board of Education meeting.

Orange County superintendent, board members sworn in at organizational meeting

Ian Hanigan July 9, 2026
Huntington Beach Quarterback Roxie Shaia drops back to pass in a game against Marina High School.

Huntington Beach and Newport Harbor High invited to national girls flag football tournament

Nathaniel Martinez July 9, 2026

FutureCurrent: OC Arts and Disability Director Marleena Barber and able artist Joshua Roy share the power of arts inclusion

Madeline Gray July 8, 2026
A public service announcement produced by the Orange County Department of Education plays before a movie at Regal Garden Grove, raising awareness about the risks of nitrous oxide misuse.

OCDE brings nitrous oxide awareness campaign to local movie theaters

Vicky Nguyen July 8, 2026
Debora Wondercheck, founder and CEO of the Arts & Learning Conservatory, joins County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Stefan Bean and educator Lainie Rowell for an episode of OCDE’s FutureCurrent podcast.

FutureCurrent: Arts & Learning Conservancy founder Debora Wondercheck discusses the power of arts education

Vicky Nguyen June 23, 2026
On the latest episode of FutureCurrent, Arts & Learning Conservatory founder and CEO Debora Wondercheck discusses how a family story rooted in exclusion helped shape her life's work expanding access to arts education for students across Orange County.
Dr. Grant Litfin has been appointed as the next superintendent of the Cypress School District and is scheduled to begin serving in the role July 1.

Cypress School District appoints Dr. Grant Litfin as next superintendent

Vicky Nguyen June 22, 2026
The Cypress School District Board of Trustees has appointed Dr. Grant Litfin, currently Tustin Unified School District’s assistant superintendent of administrative services, as its next superintendent. He will assume the role July 1 following the retirement of Superintendent Anne Silavs.
Graphic displaying the CYBHI logo above the words "Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative Fee Schedule" on a blurred background of students and school staff.

WATCH: How schools can use existing insurance coverage to support student mental health services

Ian Hanigan June 22, 2026
A new OCDE video explains how schools can use existing insurance coverage to help support student mental health services at no cost to families.
Fresh produce is available at the Dolphin Food Market at Pacific Drive Elementary School in Fullerton. The food pantry serves families throughout the year, including during the summer months.

Weekly roundup: Fullerton’s Dolphin Food Market extends support through summer break, and more

Vicky Nguyen June 18, 2026
The Dolphin Food Market at Pacific Drive Elementary School will remain open throughout the summer, providing food and resources to...
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
More than 460 Orange County student innovators submitted 206 prototypes designed to address real-world challenges as part of the annual ocMaker Challenge. Thirty-seven teams from 20 schools earned first- through third-place awards and 16 special awards presented before an audience of more than 300 attendees.
“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
More than 330 student-created artworks and film projects representing schools across Orange County will be featured in the 2026 Festival of Arts Junior Art Exhibit in Laguna Beach.
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
The second annual State of the Student Forum brought together education and community leaders from across Orange County to explore findings from the latest State of the Student report, examining trends in student achievement, well-being and school climate and discussing how those insights can help support students and families.
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
Bright colors, marine life and local history came together this spring as students from Warner Middle School and Westminster High School collaborated on a mural inspired by the ecosystems of the Bolsa Chica Wetlands.
OCDE signage

The bell behind the brand

Nathaniel Martinez June 10, 2026
Quick look: Learn more about how the OCDE logo nods to a foundational piece of California’s history: The El Camino Real. Ever wondered about the history and meaning behind the Orange County Department of Education logo? More than likely, the...
Ella Wu accepts a guitar prize from Fender Education representatives during the USA 250-OC Theme Song Competition awards ceremony.

WATCH: Original student compositions take center stage in USA 250-OC songwriting showcase

Ian Hanigan June 10, 2026
Quick look: Orange County students performed original songs inspired by America’s upcoming 250th anniversary during a June 6 showcase and...
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