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Come November, Estancia High School drama students will bring Disney’s “Frozen” to life on the brand-new stage of the school’s...
Fullerton School District Superintendent Dr. Bob Pletka has announced he will retire on Feb. 1, 2026, after more than 13 years leading the district. During his tenure, FSD expanded technology access, introduced new instructional programs and launched initiatives ranging from dual language immersion to student-built Tiny Homes.
Sunburst Youth Academy’s Class 36 is the largest in the program’s history — and the first in nearly a decade...
Finding a job after graduating from college can feel like an uphill battle, especially when employers often ask for at...
The Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District has appointed Dr. Kym LeBlanc-Esparza as its next superintendent, effective Oct. 6. Known to colleagues as Dr. Kym, she is a veteran educator with more than 30 years of experience and most recently served as deputy superintendent of Jeffco Public Schools in Colorado.
Inside the Outdoors, OCDE’s environmental education program, is partnering with OC Parks and other local organizations to host the 2025 California Coastal Cleanup Day at Upper Newport Bay on Saturday, Sept. 20 from 9 a.m. to noon.
OCDE and UC Irvine are converting existing student internships into registered apprenticeships, giving participants paid experience plus industry-recognized credentials. Backed by state funding, the partnership supports California’s goal of 500,000 apprentices by 2029 while opening pathways into high-demand careers in education, business and the arts.
The California PBIS Coalition has recognized more than 2,500 schools across the state, including dozens in Orange County, as part of its 2024-25 Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) recognition program. PBIS is a framework designed to promote positive learning...
Quick look: OCDE is set to host virtual orientations this September for new coaches interested in forming Academic Decathlon or...