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Oxford Academy eighth-grader Aaryan Balani explains how his AI-powered invention helps treat people with intermittent strabismus. (Courtesy of ABC7)

Weekly roundup: ABC7 spotlights Oxford Academy eighth-grader’s AI tool for eye alignment condition, and more

Madeline Gray May 1, 2026
Katrina Edmunds is presented with the Outstanding Career Awareness Educator Award.

OCDE now accepting nominations for Outstanding STEM Educator awards

Nathaniel Martinez May 1, 2026
Dr. Stefan Bean speaks on a stage during The Wooden Floor’s Step Beyond Annual Breakfast, with blue lighting, curtains and a podium in the background.

County superintendent shares message of resilience and support at Step Beyond Annual Breakfast

Ian Hanigan April 30, 2026
Briseyda Cabrera Mejia of Estancia High School poses with family members after being recognized as a 2026 AVID Senior Standout.

2026 OC AVID senior standouts earn $431,000 in scholarships

Vicky Nguyen April 30, 2026
2027 Orange County Teacher of the Year Ryan Healy receives a $25,000 check from the William, Jeff and Jennifer Gross Family Foundation while receiving congratulations from Superintendent Dr. Bean and his Marco Forster Middle School musical theater students.

OCDE announces 2027 Orange County Teachers of the Year with surprise visits

Staff reports April 29, 2026
From left to right, Mindy Daffron, Dr. Edgar Arce and Jason Claros of OCDE’s Crisis Response Network pose for a team photo.

OCDE’s Crisis Response Network supports schools during their most difficult days

Vicky Nguyen April 14, 2025
When the Altadena fire forced the closure of schools in the Pasadena Unified School District earlier this year, the Orange...
Dr. Marika Manos, history and social science manager at the Orange County Department of Education, waves to parade attendees with her daughters Penelope and Kalliope and husband Jesse Blomberg during the 17th annual Cambodia Town Parade in Long Beach, where she served as one of five grand marshals.

Weekly roundup: OCDE history manager honored at Cambodia Town Parade, Spectrum News spotlights Inside the Outdoors, and more

Vicky Nguyen April 11, 2025
The Orange County Department of Education’s role in developing a new Cambodian American Studies curriculum was recognized Sunday when its...
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OCDE’s Educational Services revamps website to ensure easy access to resources

Nathaniel Martinez April 10, 2025
From classroom instruction to leadership development, the Orange County Department of Education’s Educational Services division offers a wealth of resources designed to support educators in every facet of their work.  Whether through hands-on workshops, specialized networks or readily-available resources, teachers...

High School Voter Education Weeks aim to engage students in civic process

Vicky Nguyen April 9, 2025
High School Voter Education Weeks will be observed across California from April 14 through April 25 to promote civic learning...
A note from Dr. Bean

Dr. Bean: Finding my ‘why’ in the wake of Operation Babylift

Stefan Bean April 8, 2025
Fifty years ago this month, Operation Babylift brought thousands of orphaned children from South Vietnam to the United States. I...
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Thinking about teaching? A $3,500 grant is available for classified employees

Nathaniel Martinez April 7, 2025
Calling all classified employees: Have you ever felt drawn to be a teacher? Making a career change at any point in life can be daunting, especially changing to one that requires a certification. That’s why the Orange County Office of...
University High School students won their third consecutive title at the Southern California Ocean Science Bowl hosted at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. (Irvine Unified School District)

Weekly roundup: University High sails to third victory at NASA’s Ocean Sciences Bowl, Laguna Beach launches AI tool for classrooms, and more

Madeline Gray April 4, 2025
From oceanography to maritime history, a team of University High School students dove deep into studying marine sciences before surfacing...
Three students with their diorama

Miniature scenes capture big lessons at TLC Public Charter School’s Diorama Showcase Day

Ian Hanigan April 4, 2025
From erupting volcanoes to the history of Disneyland, tiny scenes captured big ideas at TLC Public Charter School’s Diorama Showcase...
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Public invited to review high school ethnic studies course developed for OCDE students, open to all districts

Ian Hanigan April 3, 2025
The Orange County Department of Education is inviting the public to review and provide feedback on a newly developed ethnic studies course outline designed primarily for students in its own alternative education programs. In 2021, California enacted legislation requiring all...
Student J.D. Cavalluzzi from El Dorado High School in the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District presented at the 2023 OC Civic Learning Celebration.

OCDE to promote student civic engagement at annual OC Civic Learning Celebration

Nathaniel Martinez April 1, 2025
The Orange County Department of Education is set to highlight local school districts and their students for promoting and engaging...
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