Miramontes: OCDE doesn’t have ‘County Office’ in its name. Here’s why. Ramon Miramontes March 4, 2024Here’s a question we often hear: Why is our organization known as the Orange County Department of Education when other...
Weekly roundup: Los Alamitos Unified campus receives Purple Star Schools Distinction, Fountain Valley hosts robotics competition, and more Vicky Nguyen March 1, 2024McGaugh Elementary in Seal Beach is among 30 campuses in the state to receive the prestigious Purple Star Schools distinction...
National History Day at 50: Orange County’s young historians to showcase projects on March 9 Ian Hanigan February 29, 2024This year, National History Day isn’t just commemorating history — it’s making history, with the celebration of its own 50th...
Student innovators collaborate and compete in robotics challenge at Fountain Valley High School Ian Hanigan February 28, 2024The robotics engineering pathway program at Fountain Valley High School recently played host to the SoCal First Tech Challenge, a...
Q&A: Understanding California’s budget and its impact on schools Ian Hanigan February 26, 2024In January, Gov. Gavin Newsom unveiled his budget proposal for the next fiscal year, addressing a projected $37 billion shortfall. ...
Artificial intelligence in OC schools: It’s not about the tech, it’s about the approach Ian Hanigan February 21, 2024As OCDE’s new administrators of artificial intelligence and innovation, Wes Kriesel and Kunal Dalal stand at the edge of an...
10th OC Counselor Symposium awards eight counselors and two counseling advocates Madeline Gray February 21, 2024More than 800 educators counselors, administrators and school staff gathered at the 2024 Orange County Counselor Symposium to learn new...
University High’s legal eagles soar to victory in OC Mock Trial, set sights on state finals Ian Hanigan February 19, 2024There’s no appealing this courtroom ruling. Showcasing their legal acumen and public speaking skills, students from University High School in...
Weekly roundup: Local arts educators share career pathways with families, Woodbridge students earn seventh decathlon title, and more Madeline Gray February 16, 2024Regional arts leaders representing 28 school districts, arts organizations, colleges and universities came together on Feb. 9 to give high...
Orange County Arts and Disability Festival to celebrate artists and performers on April 27 Vicky Nguyen February 13, 2024The 48th annual Orange County Arts and Disability Festival is set to make waves at MainPlace Mall in Santa Ana...
