In the ninth episode of FutureCurrent, speaker and neurodiversity advocate Adán Correa shares his experience growing up on the autism spectrum, highlighting the importance of belonging, perseverance and embracing differences.
An OC Pathways student ambassador joined Coastline ROP staff in Sacramento to speak with state legislators about the value of career technical education, highlighting how hands-on learning and regional partnerships are helping students prepare for college, careers and civic engagement.
OCDE’s Youth Substance Use Prevention team is partnering with community afterschool programs to deliver interactive lessons that help students build confidence and make healthy choices.
School Attendance Review Boards — or SARBs — bring together educators, families and community partners to address the root causes of chronic absenteeism. Two local districts were recently recognized by the state, highlighting a broader shift toward early support and student-centered solutions.
The 2026 California MTSS Professional Learning Institute, set for July 14 through July 16 in Anaheim, will bring educators together to explore strategies for addressing chronic absenteeism, student well-being, AI in education and more.
In this edition of OC District Pulse, the Saddleback Valley Unified School District showcases how its personalized learning approach and diverse programs help students thrive. Superintendent Dr. Crystal Turner shares how SVUSD staff and administrators prepare students for success in school and beyond.
The 50th annual Orange County Arts and Disability Festival will return April 25 at MainPlace Mall in Santa Ana, celebrating five decades of creativity, inclusion and artistic expression with performances, exhibits and hands-on activities for the community.
