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OC high schools rank among California’s best in latest U.S. News list

Vicky Nguyen September 1, 2026
A Westminster School District teacher welcomes students for the 2026-27 school year. All eligible district schools earned gold or platinum California PBIS recognition for their work to create positive, supportive learning environments.

Weekly roundup: More than 250 Orange County schools earn statewide PBIS recognition, and more

Vicky Nguyen August 28, 2026
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WATCH: How schools can use existing insurance coverage to support student mental health services

Ian Hanigan August 27, 2026
Students at Las Lomas Elementary School in La Habra are welcomed back to campus by taking photos in front of colorful school decorations. (Courtesy of La Habra City School District)

2026-27 school year: See the back-to-school photos captured across Orange County

Madeline Gray August 25, 2026
Newport Harbor huddles up after beating Nanakuli 41-0 in their opening game in Oahu.

OC football teams open season with perfect 6-0 record in Hawaii

Nathaniel Martinez August 25, 2026
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OCDE assistant supt. to participate in multi-state initiative on social and emotional learning

Staff reports October 3, 2016
The education news website EdSource recently reported that 13 educators have been appointed to a state planning committee tasked with developing social and emotional...
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In the news: Irvine’s satellite launch, national Blue Ribbon Schools, NASA space rocks and more

Staff reports September 30, 2016
We’ve got a one-stop-shop for all the top Orange County education stories this week. Take a look: Three campuses in Orange...
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Tustin highlights STEM, dual language immersion and a 98 percent grad rate at State of the District breakfast

Ian Hanigan September 30, 2016
The Tustin Unified School District and the Tustin Public Schools Foundation held their fifth annual State of the Schools Breakfast this week, drawing more than 320 administrators, staff, parents, city officials, business and community members to the Beckman High School...
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Saddleback College’s new state-of-the-art Sciences Building is open for business

Ian Hanigan September 29, 2016
Saddleback College’s faculty, administrators, trustees, students and staff marked a new era on Thursday, formally dedicating a brand new, state-of-the-art Sciences...
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Three Orange County schools earn National Blue Ribbon honors

Ian Hanigan September 28, 2016
Three Orange County schools have earned the country’s highest academic distinction as 2016 National Blue Ribbon Schools, the U.S. Department...
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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 standards. Once again, Orange County students outperformed state and regional averages — and posted across-the-board gains at every grade level...
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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...
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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 Sunday — and it’s free to attend. The 13th annual Orange County Children’s Book Festival will feature 125 authors, more than...
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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...
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