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Leadership coach Allyson Apsey joined Dr. Stefan Bean on set for the latest episode of the FutureCurrent podcast.

FutureCurrent: Leadership coach Allyson Apsey on building stronger school cultures

Madeline Gray March 31, 2026
Anaheim Union educators at the Student & Community Voice AI Summit

Four OC school districts recognized for leading the way in AI integration

Nathaniel Martinez March 30, 2026
A note from Dr. Bean

Dr. Bean: A moment to reflect — and a look ahead

Stefan Bean March 30, 2026
Student winners and their teachers gather on stage with Chapman University President Matt Parlow during the March 13 awards ceremony for the Sala and Aron Samueli Holocaust Art & Writing Contest.

Weekly roundup: Annual Holocaust Art and Writing Contest highlights OC student winners, and more

Vicky Nguyen March 27, 2026
A group of students and advisors from Troy High School stand on a stage at the CyberPatriot National Finals, holding an award in front of a large screen displaying “CyberPatriot National Finals.”

Troy High cyber team earns national honors at CyberPatriot finals

Ian Hanigan March 27, 2026
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Lawsuit filed by OCDE, county supt. targets fees levied by Orange County Employees Retirement System

Ian Hanigan February 23, 2016
In a lawsuit filed Feb. 23, Orange County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Al Mijares and the Orange County Department of...
A student pets a cow

Agriculture program at Orange High School inspires future farmers (video)

Ian Hanigan February 22, 2016
Did you know Orange High School is home to an award-winning agriculture program? And that it’s been operating for more...
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In the news: Canyon High wins OC decathlon, judge orders state to disclose student records and more

Ian Hanigan February 19, 2016
Every Friday, the OCDE Newsroom posts a roundup of the latest education headlines. Click through to review the big stories from this week.
OCDE IT Director Louis Mazzarini

OCDE in 30 Seconds: IT division supports the technology needs of Orange County schools

Ian Hanigan February 18, 2016
How does OCDE’s Information Technology team support students and educators throughout Orange County? If you’ve got 30 seconds, IT Director Louis Mazzarini will explain. [...]
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Tustin Unified School District and foundation to host educational technology conference

Ian Hanigan February 18, 2016
The Tustin Unified School District and the Tustin Public Schools Foundation are jointly hosting their second “Connect Institute,” a technology...
Students posing for a photo after winning the Orange County Academic Decathlon

Canyon High School takes the Orange County Academic Decathlon championship

Ian Hanigan February 17, 2016
Canyon High School in the Orange Unified School District has earned top honors in this year’s Orange County Academic Decathlon. With 50,675.50 total points, the Canyon team was announced as the Overall Team Winner by the Orange County Academic Decathlon...
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Court orders California Department of Education to disclose student information to litigants

Ian Hanigan February 16, 2016
A federal district court has ordered the California Department of Education to disclose personal student information – including documents and data dating...
A poster with a picture of Charles Limb

Expert on music and brain function to speak at upcoming Creative Edge Lecture

Ian Hanigan February 15, 2016
Noted neuroscientist and musician Charles Limb, who has extensively researched how the brain creates and responds to music, will be...
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In the news: New diploma options for OC students, perfect AP Spanish scores and more

Ian Hanigan February 13, 2016
Another week is in the books, and we’ve got a recap of some of the education news you might have missed. Click through to get caught up.
Program Coordinator Chris Corliss

OCDE in 30 Seconds: A brief look at the ‘Move More Eat Healthy’ program

Ian Hanigan February 11, 2016
Once again, we’re challenging staff members to explain Orange County Department of Education programs or services in under half a...
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