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OCDE’s Schools Reinventing Counties initiative challenges students to use Minecraft Education to explore community needs and create solutions to real-world challenges.

‘Battle of the Counties’ Minecraft challenge invites OC students to build solutions for their communities

Vicky Nguyen September 2, 2026
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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
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In the news: Robotics students win competitions and solve real-world problems, new web-based state assessments begin and more

Staff reports April 10, 2015
It’s Friday, April 10, and here's a recap of local education news stories from this past week. Click through for links to recent articles about OC schools.

OCDE helps Ocean View School District recoup general fund revenue

Ian Hanigan April 8, 2015
With support from the Orange County Department of Education, the Ocean View School District has been granted an attendance credit by the state that will restore approximately $800,000 worth of potentially lost general fund revenue for the 2015-16 fiscal year. [...]
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What apps are your kids using? Here are 10 anonymous and (mostly) secret apps

Staff reports April 7, 2015
Kids and teens are voracious consumers of apps that let them easily text, chat, meet people, share pictures and post videos – often anonymously. While it’s no secret that children are sharing more information than ever before, they are increasingly drawn to sites that tout anonymity. [...]
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In the news: School bus driver is a hero, Ducks land in Fullerton and more

Staff reports April 3, 2015
It's the end of the week and once again we bring you a roundup of education related stories you may have missed. Click through for links to recent articles about OC schools.
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CHEP Expo highlights achievements of students enrolled in independent study

Staff reports April 2, 2015
The Community Home Education Program held its annual CHEP Expo on March 31. The event is both an exhibition and celebration of the CHEP students' academic and personal achievements throughout the school year. [...]
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Orange County teachers look to merge core academic content with career technical education (video)

Ian Hanigan April 1, 2015
Last week, high school teachers from core subjects including history, math, science and English gathered with their counterparts in career technical education for three days of intense research and collaboration at National University. The group’s mission? To develop new secondary courses that combine real-world technical training with core academic subjects and meet UC and CSU admissions requirements. [...]
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OCDE conference to feature education experts Michael Fullan and Trevor Packer

Ian Hanigan April 1, 2015
Closing the rigor gap, increasing graduation rates, reducing college remediation and fortifying the American workforce will be the focus of a special conference for Orange County educators next month. Hosted by the Orange County Department of Education and Superintendent of Schools Dr. Al Mijares, “Equipping an Emerging Generation” will feature presentations by renowned academic experts Michael Fullan and Trevor Packer. The conference will be held from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19 at the Hyatt Regency Orange County. [...]
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OC high schools, students shine at the 36th annual California Academic Decathlon

Ian Hanigan March 25, 2015
In all, hundreds of young scholars from 66 campuses competed in the state contest, which was held March 19 through March 22 in Sacramento. Woodbridge High School was the top performer locally, finishing eighth overall with 50924.7 points. [...]

Daylong conference for administrators will focus on multi-tiered system of supports for students

Ian Hanigan March 24, 2015
Orange County administrators and other educational leaders are invited to attend a conference on Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, or MTSS, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, April 15. You might not have heard of MTSS, but the term is becoming more familiar among educators throughout the state. Essentially, it’s a comprehensive framework that schools are using to address each student’s academic, behavioral and social-emotional needs, and it relies on staff collaboration and data-driven decision-making. [...]
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In the news: Pink slip notices in decline, Ocean View chief offered job in Oregon and more

Ian Hanigan March 20, 2015
A quick check of the calendar reveals today is the first day of spring. It’s also International Day of Happiness, as well as a Friday – is that redundant? – and we’ve got a quick recap of the week’s local education news. Click through for links to recent articles about OC schools.
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