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Oxford Academy eighth-grader Aaryan Balani explains how his AI-powered invention helps treat people with intermittent strabismus. (Courtesy of ABC7)

Weekly roundup: ABC7 spotlights Oxford Academy eighth-grader’s AI tool for eye alignment condition, and more

Madeline Gray May 1, 2026
Katrina Edmunds is presented with the Outstanding Career Awareness Educator Award.

OCDE now accepting nominations for Outstanding STEM Educator awards

Nathaniel Martinez May 1, 2026
Dr. Stefan Bean speaks on a stage during The Wooden Floor’s Step Beyond Annual Breakfast, with blue lighting, curtains and a podium in the background.

County superintendent shares message of resilience and support at Step Beyond Annual Breakfast

Ian Hanigan April 30, 2026
Briseyda Cabrera Mejia of Estancia High School poses with family members after being recognized as a 2026 AVID Senior Standout.

2026 OC AVID senior standouts earn $431,000 in scholarships

Vicky Nguyen April 30, 2026
2027 Orange County Teacher of the Year Ryan Healy receives a $25,000 check from the William, Jeff and Jennifer Gross Family Foundation while receiving congratulations from Superintendent Dr. Bean and his Marco Forster Middle School musical theater students.

OCDE announces 2027 Orange County Teachers of the Year with surprise visits

Staff reports April 29, 2026
One Million Batteries Oxford Academy

Weekly roundup: Oxford Academy student aims to recycle one million batteries, district celebrates anniversary, and more

Vicky Nguyen October 7, 2022
A high school junior from Oxford Academy is on a quest to save the planet, one used battery at a...
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Latest community indicators report breaks down education, housing and economic trends in OC

Ian Hanigan October 6, 2022
Even through a pandemic, Orange County’s high school graduation rate continued to climb, hitting a high of 91.4 percent in...
Sherwood Forest students

Welcome to Sherwood Forest: Outdoor learning space promotes curiosity through nature

Vicky Nguyen October 5, 2022
An unused piece of land that was part of the Orangethorpe Elementary School campus has been transformed into an outdoor learning space that will offer more opportunities for students to express their creativity.  The school hosted a celebration on Sept....
WSD Anniversary Celebration

VIDEO: Westminster School District celebrates its 150th anniversary, reflects on history

Vicky Nguyen October 3, 2022
The Westminster School District’s mission is “building tomorrow’s leaders today.” In recognition of its 150th anniversary, the district recently reflected...
Ocean View High School student gives teacher a cup of coffee.

Weekly roundup: Coffee cart teaches students career skills, OC Children’s Book Festival returns, and more

Madeline Gray September 29, 2022
A class project has turned into a fully-functioning business for Ocean View High School students as they transform into campus...
La Quinta High School Music Teacher Darlene Machacon

La Quinta High music teacher honored for educational excellence

Madeline Gray September 29, 2022
La Quinta High School teacher Darlene Machacon’s efforts to create music-making opportunities while meeting students’ needs have earned her recognition from the Country Music Association Foundation and its annual Music Teachers of Excellence award. The CMA Foundation chooses to honor...
Classroom

ACCESS educators build relationships to promote better attendance

Vicky Nguyen September 28, 2022
Education can only fulfill its promise as the great equalizer when we work to ensure that students are attending school...
OC Children's Book Festival Poster

Orange County Children’s Book Festival to promote diversity in literacy

Madeline Gray September 26, 2022
The annual Orange County Children’s Book Festival, coming up this weekend on Oct. 2, will star an array of authors...
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Weekly roundup: Brea Canyon High creates ‘Care Closet’ for students, national Blue Ribbon school, Hispanic Heritage Month, and more

Vicky Nguyen September 23, 2022
When high school student Nathaniel Ornelas needed a suit to wear to a job interview, he turned to Brea Canyon High School’s “care closet.” “They always have your back, and they’re very caring,” Ornelas said. “They actually want to know...
Rainbow fentanyl

State warns school leaders about new brightly colored ‘rainbow fentanyl’

Ian Hanigan September 23, 2022
State health officials cautioned school leaders this week about a new and concerning version of the synthetic opioid known as...
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