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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

Parenting OC magazine's Top Teachers of Orange County from 2019.

Parenting OC seeks nominees for School Heroes of Orange County awards

Madeline Gray November 15, 2023

Each year, Parenting OC selects some of the best and brightest education professionals from a countywide pool of nominees for...

Weekly roundup: High-profile fans wish San Clemente Tritons luck ahead of playoffs, Teachers of the Year honored, and more

Vicky Nguyen November 9, 2023

Support continues to pour in for the San Clemente Tritons as they gear up for an intense matchup on Friday...

The 2024 Orange County Teacher of the Year finalists are congratulated by Mickey and Minnie at the Disneyland Hotel on Nov. 6.

Orange County Teachers of the Year gala applauds top educators

Madeline Gray November 7, 2023

Sixty-two teachers were celebrated for “Teaching with Heart” at the 2024 Orange County Teachers of the Year ceremony at the Disneyland Hotel on Monday, Nov. 6. The annual dinner, hosted by the Orange County Department of Education, welcomed each honoree...

West Orange Elementary School's Mathematics Academy

Educational programs from Orange County honored with 2023 Golden Bell Awards

Vicky Nguyen November 6, 2023

The Orange County Department of Education and several local school districts have been honored with prestigious Golden Bell Awards for...

Westminster High School Club de Español celebrates Dia de los Muertos

Weekly roundup: OC schools celebrate Día de los Muertos, Sunburst Youth Academy stuns at drill competition, and more

Vicky Nguyen November 3, 2023

Schools across Orange County joined communities around the world in honoring loved ones who’ve died by celebrating Día de los...

Inside the Outdoors program naturalists host Anaheim Elementary School District parents for a field trip to Santiago Oaks Regional Park on Oct. 26. (Courtesy of Anaheim Elementary School District)

OCDE’s Inside the Outdoors guides Anaheim families on nature exploration trip

Madeline Gray November 3, 2023

On Thursday, Oct. 26, Inside the Outdoors and the Anaheim Elementary School District led a group of 54 learners — parents, to be specific — on a wildlife-filled adventure through Santiago Oaks Regional Park in Orange. In an effort to...

Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero visits Dale Junior High on Oct. 23 to award staff and students with a 2023 Civic Learning Award of Excellence. (Courtesy of the Judicial Council of California)

Weekly roundup: Chief Justice awards top civics education award to Anaheim schools, La Habra campuses celebrate increased attendance, and more

Madeline Gray October 27, 2023

California Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero visited Dale Junior High School and Gilbert High School on Monday, Oct. 23 to honor...

Juvenile justice program gives a glimpse into students’ lives through essay contest

Vicky Nguyen October 26, 2023

Eighteen students residing in the Orange County Juvenile Hall recently gave people a glimpse into their lives through writing and...

La Habra City School District’s Attendance Champions program encourages student success

Vicky Nguyen October 25, 2023

Ladera Palma Elementary School students have a few more days of bragging rights as the La Habra City School District’s Attendance Champions for the month of October. At the beginning of the 2023-24 school year, the district introduced its “Attendance...

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...