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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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Supreme Court deadlock upholds lower court’s ruling on union fees

Ian Hanigan March 30, 2016
The U.S. Supreme Court has deadlocked over a lawsuit involving four Orange County teachers who challenged the constitutionality of mandatory union dues....
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Valencia High School gearing up to host regional FIRST Robotics Competition

Staff reports March 29, 2016
This battle of the bots is billed as the “varsity sport for the mind.” And, for the first time, an Orange...
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Five OC campuses named among California’s Model Continuation High Schools for 2016

Ian Hanigan March 28, 2016
State Schools Chief Tom Torlakson has announced the designation of 37 Model Continuation High Schools for 2016 — and five of them are located right here in Orange County. Brea Canyon High School in the Brea Olinda Unified School District, El Camino...
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In the news: Laguna Beach announces new superintendent, Brea Olinda captures state basketball title

Staff reports March 25, 2016
It’s Friday, so let’s ready the roundup! Check out what’s happening in education news: Four elementary schools performed on the...
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Orange County elementary students shine on the Segerstrom stage

Staff reports March 24, 2016
Professionals perform at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts every day, but recently a group of Orange County elementary school students became the...
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OCDE assistant superintendent of instructional services earns CUE award for promoting digital learning

Staff reports March 22, 2016
She went above and beyond in promoting the educational use of technology to advance student achievement, and now she is being recognized for her efforts.  OCDE Assistant Superintendent of Instructional Services Christine Olmstead was one of 16 ed tech professionals honored at CUE’s...
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In the news: Tustin school opens time capsule from 1965, Santa Ana chief to retire and more

Staff reports March 18, 2016
It’s Friday, which means it’s time to ready the roundup. Here’s what’s happening in education news right now: Orange County students...
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Top projects from National History Day-Orange County competition advance to state finals

Ian Hanigan March 18, 2016
The winners of this year’s National History Day-Orange County competition have been posted online. You can check them out here....
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OCDE in 30 Seconds: Here’s a little known fact about OCDE’s Business Services division

Ian Hanigan March 17, 2016
In our latest edition of “OCDE in 30 Seconds,” Director of Support Services Gary Stine discusses a single function of OCDE’s Business Services division that happens to have a huge impact on educators throughout the county. Click through if you’ve got...
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VIDEO: Water polo and swimming teams at Valley High School subject of short documentary

Ian Hanigan March 16, 2016
A sport like water polo can be taxing even for experienced swimmers. Now consider how challenging it might be for those...
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