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Orange County Youth Council students launch Season 2 of ‘Keep in Mind’ podcast

Nathaniel Martinez May 28, 2026
Kari Adams speaks onstage at the 2025 Thompson Policy Institute Summit on Disability and Inclusion at Chapman University, standing in front of a presentation screen displaying the words “Inclusive Leadership.”

OCDE and Chapman University partnership aims to strengthen inclusive leadership in schools

Ian Hanigan May 27, 2026
An aerial view shows emergency crews cooling a large industrial storage tank with water at the site of the Garden Grove chemical leak as mist rises from the facility.

Chemical tank update: Evacuation orders lifted as officials declare no further risk to public

Staff reports May 26, 2026
Lainie Rowell, Dr. Stefan Bean and David Blair stand together on the set of the FutureCurrent podcast studio at the Orange County Department of Education.

FutureCurrent: Bright Futures Foundation leader David Blair discusses student-centered innovation

Ian Hanigan May 26, 2026
From left, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond, Raelene Velasquez, Command Sgt. Maj. Richard Aller, Sunburst Youth Academy Director Lt. Col. Sarah Rambo, Principal Dinah Ismail, OCDE Executive Director of Special Education Dr. Amita Cloke and OCDE Manager of Human Resources Support Services Lorena Villa pose for a photo during the 2026 California Classified School Employees of the Year recognition ceremony in Sacramento.

Sunburst Youth Academy paraeducator honored as California Classified School Employee of the Year

Vicky Nguyen May 26, 2026
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Anaheim Elementary School District Superintendent Dr. Chris Downing to retire in June

Ian Hanigan January 24, 2024
Anaheim Elementary School District Superintendent Dr. Christopher Downing has announced plans to retire on June 30, marking the end of...
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WATCH: A quick look at some of the student programs run by county offices of education

Ian Hanigan January 23, 2024
Last year, we shared a video that illustrated how the Orange County Department of Education is part of a larger...
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Weekly roundup: Irvine student advocates for access to Braille literature, and more

Madeline Gray January 19, 2024
William Shakespeare, John Keats and Emily Dickinson — these are just a few of the authors that University High School student Henry Hill counts as his favorites. Henry, an Irvine Unified School District junior, has dedicated himself to helping increase...
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Orange County schools prepare to create kindness ahead of nationwide campaign

Madeline Gray January 18, 2024
From organizing kindness-themed spirit days to helping promote goodwill on campus, classrooms in Orange County and beyond plan to exemplify...
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New code of ethics for school-based interpreters and translators has OC roots

Ian Hanigan January 17, 2024
In a move that traces its origins back to Orange County, the American Association of Interpreters and Translators in Education...
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WATCH: OCDE unveils new name for Special Schools program

Vicky Nguyen January 16, 2024
The Orange County Department of Education is announcing a new name and logo for its Special Schools program, reflecting its enduring mission of providing meaningful educational experiences and support to students with the most significant disabilities.  Moving forward, the Special...
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Weekly roundup: Proposed bill aims to integrate landmark Mendez v. Westminster case into education curriculum, and more

Vicky Nguyen January 12, 2024
The story behind Mendez v. Westminster, a landmark case in the struggle for school desegregation and civil rights, could potentially...
Counselors and honorees from the Laguna Beach Unified School District attend the 2023 Orange County Counselor Symposium. (Courtesy of Laguna Beach High School)

OCDE to recognize school counselors and counseling advocates at 10th annual symposium

Madeline Gray January 11, 2024
The Orange County Counselor Symposium will return on Feb. 7 to honor the unique contributions made by local school counselors...
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COVID-19 update: California updates guidance for isolation and testing

Staff reports January 10, 2024
OCDE continues to track the latest developments related to COVID-19 while following guidance from the California Department of Public Health and the Orange County Health Care Agency. Below is our running digest, with newer stories posted at the top. Updated...
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Governor’s budget proposal targets shortfall, preserves education investments

Ian Hanigan January 10, 2024
Gov. Gavin Newsom unveiled his proposed budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year on Wednesday, outlining a number of measures to...
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