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

Stefan Bean December 10, 2025
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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
Fullerton School District staff in the Rising Stars program help Richman Elementary students tend to their campus garden.

Fullerton mentorship program helps students reach their potential

Madeline Gray October 24, 2023
As Fullerton School District students navigate their schoolwork, after-school activities and personal well-being, educators are hoping to ease their anxieties...
Argosy farmers market volunteers

Weekly roundup: OCDE’s ACCESS addresses food insecurity with farmers market, OC students surpass state averages, and more

Vicky Nguyen October 20, 2023
Families and students from the Orange County Department of Education’s Alternative Education division — also known as ACCESS — were...
Teacher helping students

OC students top state averages by substantial margins on English, math assessments

Ian Hanigan October 18, 2023
As standardized test scores across California remain on the path to post-pandemic recovery, Orange County appears to be leading the way. In addition to surpassing statewide averages by healthy margins on assessments in English, math and science, students enrolled in...
CSBA Golden Bell Awards logo

California School Boards Association to honor Crisis Response Network with Golden Bell Award

Vicky Nguyen October 17, 2023
Since 2008, the Orange County Department of Education’s Crisis Response Network has offered support to school communities experiencing traumatic events....
Fullerton School District educators and staff "cut the ribbon" at the opening of The Hub at Valencia Park Elementary on Oct. 9.

Weekly roundup: Campus resource center provides for Fullerton families, student artwork displayed on billboard, and more

Madeline Gray October 13, 2023
Families in the Fullerton School District can now access clothing and backpacks for free with the opening of an on-campus...
Mental Health Awareness Billboard

‘Drawn Together’ billboard raises youth mental health advocacy to new heights

Vicky Nguyen October 11, 2023
A 50-foot-wide billboard intended to raise awareness and encourage conversations about mental health among youth is on display for thousands of visitors to view each week at The Outlets at Orange.  The large display located above Dave & Buster’s was...
OC students at summit

Orange County youth tackle substance abuse and more at 2023 FNL Youth Summit

Ian Hanigan October 10, 2023
Over the weekend, students from across California gathered in Anaheim with the aim of creating a “Limitless” future by tackling...
From the desk of Ramon Miramontes, Ed.D.

Miramontes: School connections are key to improving mental health, academic performance

Ramon Miramontes October 10, 2023
Times and technologies may change, but ensuring students feel a sense of connection at school is just as crucial as...
School food

Cafeterias go gourmet: These are some of OC’s most popular school lunches

Ian Hanigan October 9, 2023
Today marks the official start of National School Lunch Week. Established in 1962 by President John F. Kennedy, the second full week of October annually shines a spotlight on the importance of healthy school lunches and the impact they have...
Beckman High School athletic trainer Logan Post and students

Weekly roundup: Beckman High students and athletic trainer save a coach’s life, foundation honors school nurses, and more

Vicky Nguyen October 6, 2023
An athletic trainer and two students from Beckman High School are being hailed as heroes after they sprung into action...
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