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Two Orange County schools earn state recognition for arts education
2+ hour, 55+ min ago (387+ words) Quick look: Two Orange County schools " Trabuco Hills High School and Orange County School of the Arts " have been recognized by the state for providing high-quality, inclusive arts education. Two Orange County schools have been recognized by the California Department…...
OC teams shine at state Academic Decathlon; University High advances to nationals
7+ hour, 13+ min ago (524+ words) Quick look: Woodbridge, University and Valencia high schools placed among the top teams at the 2026 California Academic Decathlon. Based on eligibility requirements, University High School will advance to the United States Academic Decathlon National Competition in Garden Grove. Orange County…...
OC Pathways Showcase spotlights student innovation and regional partnerships
2+ week, 5+ day ago (446+ words) Quick look: Students demonstrated automotive, medical, engineering and other career skills at the 12th annual OC Pathways Showcase, an event that brought together more than 1,200 attendees to celebrate the region's growing network of career pathways partnerships. More than 1,200 students, families, educators…...
Weekly roundup: Anaheim high schoolers to receive free laundry services, elementary students explore science through hockey, and more
3+ week, 3+ day ago (279+ words) Students in the Anaheim Union High School District will soon get to do their laundry for free through a new partnership approved by the school board, aimed at helping high schoolers focus on learning. The Orange County Register reported the…...
FutureCurrent: Connecting community and education with Sue Parks
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (474+ words) Quick look: In the third episode of OCDE's FutureCurrent podcast, Sue Parks of Orange County United Way reflects on her path to service and the importance of connecting families to resources that support student success. FutureCurrent returns this week with…...
Inside the Outdoors to host volunteer habitat restoration at Ralph B. Clark Regional Park
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (292+ words) Quick look: Inside the Outdoors will host a volunteer habitat restoration event at Ralph B. Clark Regional Park on Feb. 21, inviting families and community members to help remove invasive plants and support native ecosystems. The Orange County Department of Education's environmental…...
OCDE to host Feb. 26 virtual event on online safety and stranger risks
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (431+ words) Quick look: On Feb. 26, OCDE will host a live virtual event to help families recognize online red flags and prevent dangerous digital situations. The session, presented with SmartSocial.com, offers practical guidance for parents and educators. A friendly message. A…...
OC education and community leaders invited to March 13 State of Education
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (362+ words) Education and community leaders from across the county are invited to gather March 13 for the Orange County State of Education, a countywide convening focused on students, progress and the future of public education. Hosted by OCDE and County Superintendent of…...
OC natives Sam Darnold and Jaylinn Hawkins will duel in Super Bowl LX
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (499+ words) Quick look: Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold and New England Patriots safety Jaylinn Hawkins will face off in Super Bowl LX after both attending Orange County schools growing up. Two Orange County natives are headed to football's biggest stage, despite…...
Forty years after Challenger, McAuliffe Middle School reflects on a lasting legacy
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (534+ words) Quick look: On the 40th anniversary of the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster, students and staff at McAuliffe Middle School reflected on the life and legacy of their school's namesake, Christa McAuliffe. On Jan. 28, 1986, the Space Shuttle Challenger broke apart just 73 seconds…...