Spurred by lessons from last year’s Los Angeles wildfires, OC leaders came together to focus on shared responsibility in disaster preparedness. County Superintendent Dr. Stefan Bean emphasized that schools often serve as first points of connection for families, especially the most vulnerable.
Quick look: The Governor’s budget proposal for 2026-27 seeks an increase in education funding based on higher-than-anticipated state revenue. At the same time, the plan acknowledges long-term fiscal challenges on the horizon and focuses on sustaining existing education priorities rather...
The Orange County Department of Education’s environmental education program, Inside the Outdoors, is inviting students, families and community members to...
From spelling bees to STEM challenges, a new season of academic competitions is approaching across Orange County, bringing opportunities for students to showcase knowledge and build skills. Each year, the Orange County Department of Education supports or hosts a series...
Quick look: OCDE’s 5-3-1 Strategic Plan guided the department’s work in 2025, its first full year of full implementation. In 2026, OCDE will add key measures to track progress and strengthen results for students. We at the OCDE Newsroom talked...
This spring, the Orange County Department of Education will bring educators together for a professional learning experience focused on strengthening...
