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Sam Darnold posing with his retired jersey alongside Head Coach Jaime Ortiz at the Triton Hall of Fame Golf Tournament at the Talega Golf Course in San Clemente.

San Clemente High School alumnus Sam Darnold has jersey retired and is inducted into school’s Hall of Fame

Nathaniel Martinez July 16, 2026
Recipients of the 2025 Outstanding STEM Educator Awards gather for a group photo following last year's awards celebration at the Orange County Department of Education Conference Center in Costa Mesa.

OCDE announces 2026 Outstanding STEM Educators

Vicky Nguyen July 15, 2026
Natalia Abarca, coordinator of OCDE’s Language Services unit, welcomes guests to the 2025 Interpreters and Translators Conference.

Language access professionals to celebrate 10 years of growth at OCDE conference

Vicky Nguyen July 14, 2026
Students in the inaugural Certified Nursing Assistant cohort celebrate completing the tuition-free program offered through a partnership between Orange Unified School District and Santiago Canyon College. Participants completed coursework and hands-on clinical training while still enrolled in high school.

Weekly roundup: Orange Unified, Santiago Canyon College celebrates first certified nursing assistant cohort, and more

Vicky Nguyen July 10, 2026
Dr. Stefan Bean raises his right hand while his four children administer the oath of office during an Orange County Board of Education meeting.

Orange County superintendent, board members sworn in at organizational meeting

Ian Hanigan July 9, 2026
District and high school leadership attend the opening of the Jan & Ross Billings Innovation Center of Excellence on Sept. 5. (Anaheim Union High School District)

Weekly roundup: Cybersecurity center is unveiled at Magnolia High, 45 student teams race in Hydrogen Grand Prix final, and more

Madeline Gray September 13, 2024
Magnolia High School students enrolled in the cybersecurity pathway will further enhance their technological operations skills with state-of-the-art equipment and...
California students compete at the National History Day nationals contest in College Park, Maryland from June 11 to June 15.

OCDE will kick off National History Day season with teacher training

Madeline Gray September 12, 2024
Every year, social science educators across the country inspire students to dive deep into historical events, uncovering new perspectives through...
Taking a survey

OCDE seeks community feedback through annual Educational Partner Survey

Ian Hanigan September 12, 2024
The Orange County Department of Education is inviting local educators, students, parents and other community members to participate in its annual Educational Partner Survey.  The call for feedback is part of OCDE’s ongoing efforts to enhance and refine its services...
Greg Rolen

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...
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