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A student-created display at McAuliffe Middle School shows handwritten reflections on paper stars and astronaut cutouts under the message, “The legacy I want to leave at McAuliffe is …”

Forty years after Challenger, McAuliffe Middle School reflects on a lasting legacy

Ian Hanigan January 28, 2026
Kay Nakauchi being recognized at December 2025 HBUHSD Board Meeting.

After 68 years of service, Kay Nakauchi retires from HBUHSD

Nathaniel Martinez January 28, 2026
Dr. Stefan Bean and Lainie Rowell on the FutureCurrent podcast set, with microphones and chairs arranged for a recorded conversation.

Now playing: New OCDE podcast hosted by Dr. Bean highlights the people and stories shaping education

Ian Hanigan January 27, 2026
Santa Ana Unified School District Board of Education members, district leaders and staff stand with Guzman family members inside the school office during the dedication ceremony.

Weekly roundup: Santa Ana Unified dedicates Virginia and William Guzman Elementary School, and more

Vicky Nguyen January 23, 2026
Dr. Jacqueline Sanderlin addresses the audience at the 2024 Orange County Counselor Symposium on Feb. 7 at the Hilton Anaheim.

School Counselors and Advocates of the Year to be honored at the 12th annual Orange County Counselor Symposium

Nathaniel Martinez January 22, 2026
Girl reading a book

California compiles a summer reading list for kids and teens

Ian Hanigan June 27, 2017
Looking for summer book suggestions for children and teens? You might want to check out the state’s Recommended Literature: Prekindergarten...
Students eating in a cafeteria

Summer food programs in OC ensure children won’t go hungry when schools are closed

Ian Hanigan June 26, 2017
More than 250,000 students throughout the county rely on free or reduced-price meals provided by their schools. But what happens...
Cluttered desk

Weekly roundup: Dalai Lama visits OC educators, a nurse’s act of kindness, the benefits of diversity and more

Staff reports June 23, 2017
Some Anaheim educators and other invited guests were treated to a rare visit this week from the 14th Dalai Lama, who shared his thoughts on kindness, compassion, education and nonviolence at the Island Hotel in Newport Beach. The Nobel laureate’s...
Students working on a project

State superintendent taps OCDE partner to help lead global education initiative

Fermin Leal June 22, 2017
Two longtime California education leaders will work on behalf of the state to build partnerships with countries including China, Canada,...
Tammy Van and Alexis Patlan pose for a photo at a Friday Night Live event

3 Orange County students to serve on 15-member Friday Night Live youth council

Fermin Leal June 21, 2017
Three Orange County students will serve on a youth council organized by the California Friday Night Live Partnership, working to...
The Dalai Lama with Anaheim Mayor Tom Tait

During an OC visit, Dalai Lama shares reflections on kindness with Anaheim educators

Ian Hanigan June 20, 2017
His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama offered two solid reasons to practice kindness and compassion while speaking to Anaheim educators and other invited guests during a special appearance in Newport Beach. “Firstly, we are social animals,” he said. “Secondly, scientists...
police officer high-fiving students at GGUSD

Garden Grove Unified makes plans to develop the state’s second Vietnamese dual-language program

Ian Hanigan June 20, 2017
The Garden Grove Unified School District is developing a new Vietnamese dual-language program that would be just the second of its...
Deaf and hard of hearing student uses sign language to repeat music lyrics

Students at Deaf and Hard of Hearing program produce music video to inspire bravery

Fermin Leal June 19, 2017
The theme for their music video was simple: Say what you want to say, and let the words fall out....
Brea Olinda High School seniors visit with Country Hills Elementary School students

Before moving forward, some Brea Olinda High seniors take one final trip back

Ian Hanigan June 16, 2017
Some members of Brea Olinda High School’s Class of 2017 took a quick detour on their way to walking at Wednesday’s commencement ceremony. Dressed in bright green caps and gowns, about 30 graduating seniors who previously attended Country Hills Elementary...
News print

Weekly roundup: Samueli Academy’s first commencement, state to release school funds and more

Ian Hanigan June 16, 2017
With a focus on foster youth and low-income families, Samueli Academy began life in portable classroom buildings after being granted...
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