OCDE previews spending plan for 2020-21 Ian Hanigan June 4, 2020Despite plummeting state revenue and increased costs related to COVID-19, the Orange County Department of Education is projecting an actual...
Mijares: We must unite and create the change we want to see Al Mijares June 3, 2020Like so many of you, I have spent the last few days anguishing, ruminating, scrutinizing and judging. I have been...
OCDE forms youth council to tackle substance abuse and promote mental health Ian Hanigan June 3, 2020OCDE’s Friday Night Live program has launched a student advisory group to help drive countywide substance abuse prevention efforts and...
Three local high schools net awards to expand work-based learning opportunities for students Ian Hanigan June 2, 2020Three work-based learning projects from Orange County high schools have been awarded ePrize education grants from Chapman University’s Attallah College...
Weekly roundup: Innovative graduation ceremonies, a virtual prom, school reopening plans, and more Ian Hanigan May 29, 2020With light shows, car parades and special gifts, school districts throughout Orange County are taking innovative approaches to high school...
After making a Minecraft version of their school, Trabuco Hills High students are throwing a virtual prom Ian Hanigan May 28, 2020When their school’s senior prom was canceled because of a pandemic, a pair of brothers from Trabuco Hills High School...
VIDEO: OC Friday Night Live Partnership honors two school chapters, two advisors and a local organization Ian Hanigan May 26, 2020The Orange County Friday Night Live Partnership has honored two schools, a community organization and a pair of advisors for...
VIDEO: Surprise! Six exemplary educators learn they’re OC’s Teachers of the Year Ian Hanigan May 22, 2020This year’s Orange County Teacher of the Year announcements looked a bit different. Conspicuously missing was the big yellow bus,...
OC students selected to exhibit scientific research at international STEM event Ian Hanigan May 19, 2020Four high schoolers from Orange County are showcasing their scientific research and innovations in a virtual exhibit hall during this...
4 PAL programs and an advisor earn honors for engaging students Ian Hanigan May 19, 2020Four school-based Peer Assistance Leadership (PAL) programs and an advisor have been honored by the Orange County Department of Education...
