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Orange County Superintendent Dr. Stefan Bean and Marvin Smith pose together in a studio

FutureCurrent: Former NFL player Marvin Smith on purpose, prevention and serving others

Ian Hanigan July 21, 2026

Dr. Nadine Burke Harris, California's first surgeon general, delivers the keynote address during the California Multi-Tiered System of Supports Professional Learning Institute on July 14 in Anaheim. Burke Harris spoke about the role of nurturing relationships and coordinated systems in supporting children's health, resilience and learning.

More than 2,300 educators gather to strengthen student supports at California MTSS Professional Learning Institute

Vicky Nguyen July 21, 2026

Participants listen attentively during a literacy training session at the OCDE Conference Center.

Yearlong literacy fellowship hosted by OCDE kicks off with summer training

Ian Hanigan July 21, 2026

12 Orange County high school alumni selected in the 2026 MLB Draft

Nathaniel Martinez July 20, 2026

Mariachi members prepare to welcome students and staff on the first day of school at Thomas Edison Elementary in Anaheim. Pictured from left are student Kiara Ramon, music teacher Grace Kwon, student Rita Polo, student Lupe Estrada, student Victoria Limones and music teacher Christina Flynn.

Weekly roundup: Anaheim Union launches mariachi music program at junior high campus, and more

Madeline Gray July 17, 2026

Weekly roundup: Newport Harbor freshman presents at global festival, OC schools celebrate Lunar New Year, and more

Madeline Gray January 27, 2023

Newport Harbor High School student Ryan Honary will host a panel discussion and present on the systems behind his environmental...

Westminster High School students perform in the annual Tet Fair and Show.

Here’s how OC schools and districts celebrated the Lunar New Year

Madeline Gray January 26, 2023

Students, educators and community members across Orange County began the Lunar New Year by participating in cultural performances, playing games...

OC’s Discovery Cube invites educational community to celebrate Teachers Night Out on Feb. 9

Ian Hanigan January 25, 2023

Discovery Cube in Orange County is hosting its latest “Teachers Night Out” event from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 9. The free event will bring complimentary food and drinks, STEM activities, science demonstrations and raffle prizes to the...

Arts festival celebrating Orange County artists with disabilities returns with a new look

Vicky Nguyen January 24, 2023

VSA Orange County, which has existed since 1976, has a new name. This week, the program now known as Orange...

Weekly roundup: Seven OC schools earn College Board’s Female Diversity Award, career technical education opportunities, and more

Vicky Nguyen January 20, 2023

Seven schools in Orange County were recognized by the College Board for their work toward equal gender representation by engaging...

OC schools get set to take on the Great Kindness Challenge

Ian Hanigan January 17, 2023

Schools across Orange County are getting to ready participate in the Great Kindness Challenge, which kicks off Monday, Jan. 23. Created by the nonprofit group Kids for Peace, and endorsed by state Superintendent Tony Thurmond, the Great Kindness Challenge is...