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Students from Segerstrom High School’s Class of 2025 take part in their graduation ceremony on May 28.

Weekly roundup: OC districts join CSU Direct Admission Program for fall 2026, and more

Vicky Nguyen December 12, 2025
A note from Dr. Bean

Dr. Bean: OCDE is investing in bold ideas to strengthen student success

Stefan Bean December 10, 2025
mathematics lesson

OCDE to host Math Instructional Materials Fair on Jan. 22

Vicky Nguyen December 9, 2025

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union opens scholarship application period for student members

Vicky Nguyen December 9, 2025
Mesa View Middle School students took part in an aerial art project, creating a live image of a humpback whale for the Art for the Sky program. (Screenshot courtesy of Daniel Dancer)

Weekly roundup: Mesa View students create 130-foot whale art in campuswide project, and more

Madeline Gray December 5, 2025
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Orange County Department of Education welcomes Gregory Rolen as new general counsel

Ian Hanigan September 11, 2024
The Orange County Department of Education has appointed Gregory Rolen as its new general counsel, concluding a comprehensive selection process...
PYLUSD Universal Sports Institute Open House

WATCH: Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified hosts open house for new Universal Sports Institute

Vicky Nguyen September 10, 2024
The Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District hosted an open house and parent information session at the Universal Sports Institute —...
Orange County Registrar of Voters booth

High School Voter Education Weeks to empower young voices

Vicky Nguyen September 9, 2024
High School Voter Education Weeks will take place from Sept. 16 through Sept. 27 across the state to promote civic engagement among students. Led by Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber and State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond, the...
La Habra City School District 2024-25 school year

Weekly roundup: La Habra City School District launches ‘Show Up, Shine Bright’ campaign, OC football teams adjust to heat wave, and more

Vicky Nguyen September 6, 2024
The La Habra City School District is kicking off the 2024-25 school year with a renewed focus on student attendance...
Fullerton Union High School teacher Alexandra Walker and her family with Maasai Mara school-aged children in Kenya, where they donated 400 menstrual pads to support education and address period poverty. (Courtesy of Alexandra Walker)

Fullerton Union students tackle menstrual stigma and poverty locally and globally through Period Club

Vicky Nguyen September 5, 2024
From Fullerton Joint Union High School District to the Maasai Mara tribe in Kenya, the student-led Period Club at Fullerton...
Dennis Cole

County superintendent appoints Dennis Cole as OCDE’s new chief of staff

Ian Hanigan September 4, 2024
Orange County Superintendent Dr. Stefan Bean announced Wednesday the appointment of Dennis Cole as his new chief of staff. Cole, who joined the Orange County Department of Education in 2016, has cultivated a strong reputation for his expertise in fostering...
2023 ITO Coastal Cleanup Day

Inside the Outdoors to host Coastal Cleanup Day at Upper Newport Bay

Vicky Nguyen September 3, 2024
Inside the Outdoors, in partnership with OC Parks, invites volunteers to join the 2024 California Coastal Cleanup Day at Upper...
Fullerton School District students are recognized by the district board of trustees for their national speech and debate title on Aug. 20. (Courtesy of Fullerton School District)

Weekly roundup: Fullerton students earn national speech and debate title, Girl Scouts donate book vending machine to Newport Elementary, and more

Madeline Gray August 30, 2024
A team of 20 Fullerton School District students clinched a champion title for the fifth consecutive year at this summer’s...
Huntington Beach Union High School District administrators Stacy Robison and Amy Sabol earn arts administrator awards at the Orange County Music and Arts Administrator Awards on Feb. 27 at the Segerstrom Center of the Arts.

OCDE seeks nominations for 2024-25 Orange County Music and Arts Administrators Awards

Vicky Nguyen August 29, 2024
Music and arts educators play a vital role in inspiring creativity and enriching students’ educational experiences. Through their leadership and dedication, they provide opportunities that help students discover their passions and develop valuable skills.  In recognition of these efforts, the...

CCPA opens doors to new opportunities for young adults in need of a diploma

Ian Hanigan August 28, 2024
“Life is about where you want to go and what you do to get there.” That quote from a former...
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