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State Board of Education approves shortened standardized tests for students

Nichole Pichardo November 12, 2020

The California State Board of Education last week voted unanimously to adopt a shortened version of the Smarter Balanced standardized...

OCDE’s homeless education program seeks supplies for local families

Ian Hanigan November 10, 2020

OCDE’s stockpile of supplies for families experiencing homelessness is running on empty. Jeanne Awrey, who coordinates the department’s homeless education...

WATCH NOW: We’re saluting the 2021 Orange County Teachers of the Year with a video tribute

Ian Hanigan November 6, 2020

round this time of year, OCDE would typically host a formal gala to spotlight dozens of Orange County’s top educators....

Weekly roundup: Student author spreads a message of kindness and inclusivity, the latest OC districts to reopen, and more

Nichole Pichardo November 6, 2020

A Corona del Mar High School student is reminding the world that a little kindness goes a long way. After...

two students stand over a table with models of a human skeleton and other medical models

You’re invited! OC Pathways Showcase to highlight partnerships between educators and industry

Ian Hanigan November 4, 2020

Orange County has built a reputation as a national and international hub for innovative companies and leading-edge educational institutions. And...

Sunburst Principal Dinah Ismail and Admissions Coordinator Sergeant Ryan Salvoni

Five things to know about Sunburst Youth Academy

Nichole Pichardo November 2, 2020

A non-traditional high school in Orange County is giving students who’ve faced significant obstacles a second chance at life. Operated...

Weekly roundup: Daylight Saving Time ends, fire crews gain ground, substitute teachers wanted, and more

Ian Hanigan October 30, 2020

Daylight Saving Time ends at 2 a.m. on Sunday, so be sure to set those clocks back one hour —...

‘Master motivator’ from OC is one of five California Teachers of the Year

Ian Hanigan October 28, 2020

A Santa Ana elementary school teacher has earned the state’s top honor for educators. Laura Gómez, who has worked at...

No tricks, just treats: ACCESS staff hands out pumpkins and candy to local families

Ian Hanigan October 28, 2020

Staff members from OCDE’s alternative education program recently handed out free pumpkins, ice cream and bags of candy to families...

Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified District Office

Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified lands a new superintendent

Ian Hanigan October 28, 2020

The Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District has announced its next superintendent. Dr. Jim Elsasser, who’s been superintendent of the Claremont...