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Extreme heat expected across Orange County this week

Ian Hanigan August 24, 2026

Pacific Drive Elementary School students enjoy oat muffins and fruit during class as part of the Fullerton School District Breakfast in the Classroom initiative. (Fullerton School District)

Weekly roundup: Free breakfast is served at third Fullerton School District campus, and more

Madeline Gray August 21, 2026

Graphic that says "A note from Dr. Bean" with image of Dr. Stefan Bean

Dr. Bean: A shared call for the year ahead — All. Together. Now.

Stefan Bean August 20, 2026

California students and educators participate in the Parade of States during the opening ceremony of the 2026 National History Day National Contest at the University of Maryland.

OCDE to launch 2026-27 National History Day season with virtual kickoff

Vicky Nguyen August 19, 2026

Logan Thielen poses at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library after earning first place in the California National Civics Bee. The Brea Junior High School seventh-grader will represent California at the National Civics Bee Championship in Washington, D.C., in October.

Brea Junior High student prepares to represent California at National Civics Bee

Vicky Nguyen August 18, 2026

High school students in red T-shirts sitting on stone steps, engaged in conversation during a leadership program event, with trees in the background

Bank of America’s Student Leaders program now accepting applications

Ian Hanigan November 27, 2024

Summer may feel like a long ways away, but now is the time for Orange County high school students to...

WATCH: Dr. Bean shares what he’s thankful for this holiday season

Ian Hanigan November 26, 2024

Orange County Superintendent Dr. Stefan Bean shared his thoughts on gratitude in a holiday message to OCDE staff and the...

A 2024 Orange High School graduate holds up her diploma at graduation. (Orange Unified School District)

OC graduation rates, chronic absenteeism trends show positive momentum

Ian Hanigan November 25, 2024

Last week, state education officials rolled out the 2024 California School Dashboard, featuring color-coded gauges and other visuals to show how districts and schools are performing. Along with the dashboard’s public release, the state also produced a number of updated...

Weekly roundup: 20 Orange County school districts named to 2024 Honor Roll, Gilbert High School celebrates peace through art, and more

Vicky Nguyen November 22, 2024

Twenty school districts in Orange County have earned a spot on the 2024 Honor Roll — a prestigious list released...

Students interact with an industry professional at a Future Leaders Conference exhibit, featuring a keyboard, microphone, and other tools for hands-on learning and career exploration.

WATCH: Future Leaders Conference inspires OC students with AI innovation and career workshops

Ian Hanigan November 21, 2024

Hundreds of students gathered at the JW Marriott in Anaheim on Wednesday for the Future Leaders Conference, an event designed...

How did your school perform? State unveils updated California School Dashboard

Ian Hanigan November 21, 2024

The 2024 California School Dashboard is up and running, offering both big-picture and detailed views of how public schools and districts are supporting students across the state. Originally launched in 2017 by the California Department of Education, the dashboard is...

Parenting OC 2024 Top Teacher Elizabeth Ellison of Fisler School in Fullerton School District

Nominations open for Parenting OC School Heroes of Orange County recognition

Madeline Gray November 20, 2024

Do you know a teacher or school employee who has made an invaluable impact on the lives of Orange County...

Nearly 500 people gathered in Long Beach on Nov. 15 and Nov. 16 for the Cambodian American Studies Model Curriculum Conference, which included a session where survivors of the Khmer Rouge regime shared firsthand accounts.

Cambodian American Studies Model Curriculum Conference highlights history and resilience

Vicky Nguyen November 19, 2024

Nearly 500 teachers, educational leaders and community members gathered in Long Beach on Nov. 15 and Nov. 16 for a...

Orange County elementary and middle schools featured in U.S. News & World Report ranking

Ian Hanigan November 18, 2024

Elementary and middle schools across Orange County have earned spots on U.S. News & World Report’s latest rundown of quality campuses. Much like its popular high school rankings, U.S. News’ analysis of elementary and middle schools is based on student...

Weekly roundup: Spectrum News spotlights Superintendent Dr. Stefan Bean, Los Alamitos High student launches program to empower peers, and more

Madeline Gray November 15, 2024

Dr. Stefan Bean’s journey to serving as the 12th Orange County Superintendent of Schools is likely the sort of storyline...