Weekly roundup: Newport Harbor student launches fire detection system, Fullerton district employee celebrates 40 years, and more Madeline Gray February 14, 2025After seeing the devastation of Northern California’s Camp Fire in 2018, then fifth-grade student Ryan Honary felt inspired to do...
OCDE, Saddleback College help students set the stage for careers in the arts Madeline Gray February 13, 2025More than 600 high schoolers recently explored future opportunities in the arts through workshops, expert panels and networking sessions with...
OC school counselors honored for nurturing student success at 11th annual symposium Madeline Gray February 6, 2025In celebration of National School Counseling Week, more than 600 counselors and educators came together on Wednesday, Feb. 5 to...
What the governor’s latest spending plan means for OC schools and communities Ian Hanigan January 14, 2025California began 2025 in a stronger fiscal position than it has in recent years, but challenges remain for school districts...
Former County Superintendent Al Mijares, visionary leader who shaped education in Orange County, dies at 71 Ian Hanigan January 10, 2025Dr. Al Mijares, a visionary and compassionate educational leader who served as Orange County’s 11th superintendent of schools before his...
REGISTER NOW: OC Pathways Showcase to highlight student innovation in education and workforce development Nathaniel Martinez January 6, 2025On Feb. 27, OC Pathways will be hosting its annual showcase — a student-led event designed to celebrate the future...
Alumni return to University High’s Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program to share career journeys Nathaniel Martinez December 12, 2024For some students, including those with disabilities, a bright future can often feel difficult to imagine. That’s why the Connections...
5-3-1 Strategic Plan adds up to OCDE’s path forward Stefan Bean December 11, 2024The holiday season is a natural time for reflection. For organizations like ours, it’s a chance to assess progress, refine...
Weekly roundup: OCDE hosts 140 community members at K-16 career education exhibition, Fullerton College launches drone technology program, and more Madeline Gray December 6, 2024More than 140 community members, educators and students gathered on Tuesday, Dec. 2 for the K-16 Collaborative Engagement Exhibition. Hosted...
OCDE recognizes 10 of the top school counselors and counseling advocates in Orange County Madeline Gray December 4, 2024Ten dedicated education professionals have been named the 2025 Orange County Counselors and Counseling Advocates of the Year for their...
