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VIDEO: Costa Mesa High student’s kindness campaign inspires classmates, community

Fermin Leal
October 7, 2019
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Chalk it up to the first day of school in La Habra

Fermin Leal
August 19, 2019
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Weekly roundup: Suspension trends, school nutrition standards, Lego vandals and more

Ian Hanigan
December 14, 2018
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#kindness1billion: PAL programs compete in annual Kindness Challenge

Ian Hanigan
December 11, 2018
Kindness posters at Fisler Elementary School

#kindness1billion: Good deeds add up for kindergarteners at Fullerton’s Fisler School

Ian Hanigan
February 26, 2018
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The Deeper Learning Podcast | ‘Exploring Kindness’ with Orange County Superintendent Al Mijares

Ian Hanigan
January 19, 2018
El Toro High students

El Toro High food drive sets school record with more than 115,000 cans

Ian Hanigan
November 30, 2017
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Download the free app for OCDE’s One Billion Acts of Kindness campaign

Ian Hanigan
October 18, 2017
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#kindness1billion: As a new school year begins, a message of thanks for OC teachers

Ian Hanigan
August 22, 2017
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#kindness1billion: Summer’s here, but kindness isn’t taking a vacation

Ian Hanigan
July 6, 2017
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OCDE is partnering with the OC Human Relations Com OCDE is partnering with the OC Human Relations Commission for a forum that will explore the impact that hate has on the school community. Educators, counselors and school adminis are invited to attend the forum from 8 to 10 a.m. on Jan. 22. Register at tinyurl.com/ochrc-educator-forum
Students in OCDE’s Deaf and Hard of Hearing prog Students in OCDE’s Deaf and Hard of Hearing program hosted at University High School received a pre-game surprise as they warmed up for the Freeway League flag football championship. Check out our video to see how the SoCal Helpful Honda people came through with an act of kindness, and learn how OCDE and the ACCESS Freeway League are creating unique opportunities for students with special needs and young people in underserved communities. #kindness1billion #kindness @socalhondadealers
OCDE in 30 with Juan Escobar⁣ ⁣ Did you know t OCDE in 30 with Juan Escobar⁣ ⁣ Did you know that the Orange County Department of Education has an exciting and comprehensive program that offers students who have hearing loss the opportunity to build academic foundations and character success by nurturing their listening and spoken language skills through small group instruction and mainstreaming opportunities. ⁣ ⁣ OCDE's oral, deaf and hard of hearing program provides students the opportunity to work with a variety of experienced professionals to maximize their learning and character potentials. ⁣ ⁣ Students mainstream in our part of the general education classroom and non-academic activities at Los Alamitos Elementary School and McAuliffe Middle School.⁣ ⁣ Thank you and come visit us.⁣ ⁣ #OCDEin30
The Helpful Honda people surprised the University The Helpful Honda people surprised the University HS DHH (Deaf and Hard of Hearing) flag football team with new uniforms at the Freeway League Championship game. Congratulations! #ocdeaccess #OCDE #helpfulhonda
We're delivering 20 facts about the 2020 Census in We're delivering 20 facts about the 2020 Census in 20 weeks. Here's fact No. 10. #OCstudentscount #OCcensus2020 #census #20censusfacts
UCI’s School of Physical Sciences will host its UCI’s School of Physical Sciences will host its annual physics show and lecture for K-12 students on Saturday, Feb. 1.⁣ ⁣ This year’s theme? Superpowers.⁣ ⁣ Adults are also welcome to attend “Adventures in Physics: How Physics makes Superheroes Super” from 1 to 3 p.m. in the campus’ Physical Science Lecture Hall. The event, featuring live demonstrations and experiments, is free and open to guests who RSVP by Jan. 25.⁣ ⁣ UCI Professor Bill Heidbrink and his team will kick off the presentation by demonstrating concepts related to Newton’s laws and momentum. Next, Professor Michael Dennin will turn the conversation to superpowers, breaking down what is and isn’t possible in our universe — and whether Superman or Spiderman is the more realistic do-gooder.⁣ ⁣ Later, UCI students will host a Q&A session about life in college.⁣ ⁣ Capes are optional. For more information or to register, visit ps.uci.edu/adventuresinphysics
About 150 high school decathletes are on our campu About 150 high school decathletes are on our campus today taking part in a final scrimmage as they prep for the upcoming Orange County Academic Decathlon. The countywide showdown takes place over two days on Jan. 25 and Feb 1. #ocad #acadeca #oc #publicschool #ocde
Introducing Dawn Curtis.⁣ ⁣ Dawn is an instruc Introducing Dawn Curtis.⁣ ⁣ Dawn is an instructional programs assistant in the Educational Services Division with OCDE.⁣ ⁣ Dawn has been with the Orange County Department of Education for more than 22 years. She started her career as a senior departmental secretary working with various programs. She values the opportunities that OCDE has provided as she found a place with the Inside the Outdoors Program.⁣ ⁣ As part of the development team, she has had a hand in raising nearly $10 million and impacting more than 571, 000 students who have attended the unique hands-on environmental programs run by OCDE. She also works to connect students, families, corporate partners and community members to volunteer opportunities throughout Orange County.⁣ ⁣ “I have met and worked with some amazing people that have had a positive impact on me both personally and professionally. OCDE promotes growth, feels like family and always has the interest of its employees and OC students in mind in all they do.”⁣ ⁣ Dawn Curtis, making a difference!⁣ ⁣ #OCDEmakingaDifference!⁣
We're delivering 20 facts about the 2020 Census in We're delivering 20 facts about the 2020 Census in 20 weeks. Here's fact No. 9. #OCstudentscount #OCcensus2020 #census #20censusfacts
A great conversation took place tonight surroundin A great conversation took place tonight surrounding tolerance and how to prevent hate-motivated incidents in our Orange County schools. @ochumanrelations #tolerance
We're delivering 20 facts about the 2020 Census in We're delivering 20 facts about the 2020 Census in 20 weeks. Here's fact No. 8. #OCstudentscount #OCcensus2020 #census #20censusfacts​
Happy New Year! You have 366 (leap year) new oppor Happy New Year! You have 366 (leap year) new opportunities to perform a kind act. #kindness1billion #kindness #happynewyear
We're delivering 20 facts about the 2020 Census in We're delivering 20 facts about the 2020 Census in 20 weeks. Here's fact No. 7. #OCstudentscount #OCcensus2020 #census #20censusfacts
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We're delivering 20 facts about the 2020 Census in We're delivering 20 facts about the 2020 Census in 20 weeks. Here's fact No. 6. #OCstudentscount #OCcensus2020 #census #20censusfacts
We're delivering 20 facts about the 2020 Census in We're delivering 20 facts about the 2020 Census in 20 weeks. Here's fact No. 5. #OCstudentscount #OCcensus2020 #census #20censusfacts
OCDE in 30 with Dareen Khatib Schools are the he OCDE in 30 with Dareen Khatib Schools are the heart of health, where we nurture the whole child.⁣ ⁣ We all know that a brilliant mind requires a well-nourished body. That's exactly what our nutrition programs focus on here at OCDE. We engage students of all ages in fun, project-based activities to teach them how to make healthy food choices.⁣ ⁣ We work with parents to teach them how to make small changes at home that can make a big⁣ difference in the health of their families. And we work with schools to create healthy⁣ school environments where the healthy choice is the default choice.⁣ ⁣ #OCDEin30⁣
OCDE is partnering with the Orange County Human Re OCDE is partnering with the Orange County Human Relations Commission to host two forums in January that will explore the impact that hate has on students and the school community. “Building A Stronger, United Community By Addressing Hate-Motivated Incidents in Schools” will bring together law enforcement, local nonprofits and community members to openly address hate-motivated incidents and share strategies for supporting students in safer, more connected campuses. Students, families and community members are encouraged to attend the first forum from 6 to 8 p.m. on Jan. 7 at the Orange County Department of Education, located at 200 Kalmus Drive in Costa Mesa. Attendees can register at tinyurl.com/ochrc-community-forum. Educators, counselors and school administrators are invited to attend a second forum that will take place from 8 to 10 a.m. on Jan. 22. Guests can register for that event at tinyurl.com/ochrc-educator-forum. #civility #diversity #inclusivity #workingtogether
Introducing Chris Corliss.⁣ ⁣ Chris is a coord Introducing Chris Corliss.⁣ ⁣ Chris is a coordinator in the Educational Services Division with OCDE.⁣ ⁣ For more than 16 years, Chris has worked with teachers and school leaders to improve student health and fitness in ways that boost academic performance and social-emotional learning outcomes. His desire to challenge himself and reach as many of the nearly 500,000 Orange County students and 20,000 teachers as possible, brought him to OCDE.⁣ ⁣ Through his leadership he has spearheaded numerous programs like classroom Fit Kit centers, “Move More, Eat Healthy at School” and the current “Mindful Moving” all centering on promoting student well-being.⁣ ⁣ He loves being part of a professional community of high-achieving learners. ⁣ “OCDE has high expectations for our work and provides the support, tools, and resources to achieve world-class outcomes in service, programs, and products.”⁣ ⁣ Chris Corliss, making a difference!⁣ ⁣ #OCDEmakingaDifference!
Holiday cheer! Laurel Elementary School choir (Bre Holiday cheer! Laurel Elementary School choir (Brea-Olinda Unified School District) presented several holiday musical numbers to the Orange County Board of Education and guests. #ocde #bousd #laurelelementary
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