Saddleback High School is one of 10 Orange County public schools originally selected for a $10,000 Future Innovators Initiative grant from Hyundai. The school plans to use the funding to help develop a half-acre learning farm focused on science, sustainability and agriculture.
OCDE’s Language Services team brought together 35 language professionals at PBS SoCal Studios for International Translation Day, where participants explored how language and cultural context shape educational content for multilingual children and families.
A new podcast and video series from Orange County Business Council and the Orange County Department of Education is giving local families practical guidance on their children’s educational paths. Based on the 10 Education Essentials framework, the series features trusted educators, community leaders and parents sharing insights and real-world experiences.
OCDE’s 10th annual Interpreters and Translators Conference brought together 160 language professionals from California and across the country for professional learning, networking and recognition focused on strengthening language access in education.
Orange County's 2026 Point in Time Count identified more than 6,321 people experiencing homelessness, while schools identified more than 32,000 students experiencing homelessness during the 2024-25 school year. The figures measure different populations and time periods, highlighting forms of housing instability that may be less visible outside of schools.
OCDE is accepting breakout session proposals and award nominations for the 2027 Orange County Counselor Symposium, set for Feb. 9 in Costa Mesa. The annual event will feature keynote speaker Steve Pemberton and recognize outstanding school counselors and advocates from across Orange County.
