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Students from Segerstrom High School’s Class of 2025 take part in their graduation ceremony on May 28.

Weekly roundup: OC districts join CSU Direct Admission Program for fall 2026, and more

Vicky Nguyen December 12, 2025
A note from Dr. Bean

Dr. Bean: OCDE is investing in bold ideas to strengthen student success

Stefan Bean December 10, 2025
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OCDE to host Math Instructional Materials Fair on Jan. 22

Vicky Nguyen December 9, 2025

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union opens scholarship application period for student members

Vicky Nguyen December 9, 2025
Mesa View Middle School students took part in an aerial art project, creating a live image of a humpback whale for the Art for the Sky program. (Screenshot courtesy of Daniel Dancer)

Weekly roundup: Mesa View students create 130-foot whale art in campuswide project, and more

Madeline Gray December 5, 2025
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Mijares: Strategic Plan supports vision that OC students will lead the nation in college and career success

Al Mijares September 28, 2016
In August, the state released the second round of scores from new online assessments aligned with California’s English and math...
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Cox Communications offers grants to fund innovative class and school projects

Ian Hanigan September 26, 2016
Cox Communications is once again inviting innovative schools and classes within the company’s service area to apply for a share of...
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In the news: OC Children’s Book Festival, kindness challenge week, new teacher training programs and more

Staff reports September 23, 2016
It’s Friday, and here’s a weekly roundup of Orange County education stories you may have missed: The Orange County Children’s Book Festival is set to take place Sunday at Orange Coast College in Costa Mesa. Bucket filling, kindness stations and dance...
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Orange County Children’s Book Festival comes to Costa Mesa Sunday

Staff reports September 23, 2016
An educational family event with popular authors, illustrators, storytellers, entertainers and exhibitors who support reading and education is coming to Costa Mesa this...
An image of OCDE Prevention Coordinator Stacy Deeble-Reynolds

OCDE in 30 Seconds: Resources and networking opportunities available to OC families

Ian Hanigan September 23, 2016
We talk a lot about the programs and services geared toward educators and students in Orange County. But you may be surprised...
An image of students participating in robotics in the Anaheim Elementary School District

OC District Pulse: In Anaheim Elementary, community partners support signature practices

Ian Hanigan September 22, 2016
Did you know that every school in the Anaheim Elementary School District has a signature practice? For the newest “OC District Pulse,” we sat down with Anaheim Elementary Superintendent Linda Wagner, who discussed her district’s community partnerships and how they work to support each campus’...
students painting at Centralia School District

#kindness1billion: Centralia School District holds kindness challenge week

Staff reports September 21, 2016
Bucket filling, kindness stations and dance parties are among the ways campuses in the Centralia School District are participating in...
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Garden Grove Unified School District opens district’s first dual language immersion academy

Staff reports September 20, 2016
The Garden Grove Unified School District held a ceremonial opening of its first dual language immersion program Monday, joining 13 other...
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In the news: OCDE’s STEM Student Showcase, OC Pathways, 9/11 ceremonies and more

Ian Hanigan September 16, 2016
We’re nearing the end of another week. Here’s a roundup of education stories you might have missed: Applications are being accepted for the OCDE STEM Student Showcase, which will highlight hands-on projects that integrate science, technology, engineering and math. The event will...
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Kindness Korner: Pay for delivery or pay it forward, couple offers to help move couch

Staff reports September 16, 2016
Melinda and her family were in the market for a new couch, and they found the perfect one at a local...
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