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​​​​​​County Offices of Education Explained

OCDE has produced a brief video that explains what county ​​offices of education do and how they support school systems, students and families throughout the state.​​​​


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Strategic Plan

OCDE’s vision that Orange County students will lead the nation in college and career readiness and success is outlined, along with eight strategic priorities and key performance indicators.​

Orange County Public Schools Directory

View the online version, or contact Media Services for a printed version.​


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​​​Fentanyl Dangers
What makes fentanyl exceedingly dangerous is its potency — and the fact tha​t many of its victims don’t know they’re taking the synthetic opioid.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Religious Expression in Public S​chools

​Since 1995, the U.S. Department of Education has published and periodically updated guidance on religious expression in public schools.​

Resources and Supports for Professional Learning

​OCDE supports student achievement through high-quality training opportunities for teachers, administrators and support staff.

​​​Charter Schools

​Educational options in Orange County include high quality charter schools that emphasize rigorous academic standards, innovative programs and responsible business practices.

Public Notices

​The following public notices are posted for informational purposes for Orange County community members.​​


Orange County Board of Education Meeting Agenda

Agendas for upcoming Orange County Board of Education meetings are posted at least 72 hours before each session.​

County Committee on School District Organization Agenda

With members elected by local boards of education, the County Committee studies and makes recommendations related to the organization and reorganization of school districts, their boundaries, and their trustee elections.​
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Four middle school teams advance to the United States Academic Pentathlon

Four middle school teams advance to the United States Academic Pentathlon

May 8 , 2024

Four local middle school teams are gearing up to represent the region at the upcoming United States Academic Pentathlon competition in Phoenix, Arizona on May 16.  These students, fueled by nine months of dedicated study and camaraderie, will showcase their talents on the national stage in about a week at the national five-event scholastic competition. Under the theme of “Technology and Humanity,” these pentathletes have delved into a rigorous curriculum, focusing their skills in five key academic disciplines: fine arts, […]

SUN Bucks program aims to promote students’ access to healthy summer meals

SUN Bucks program aims to promote students’ access to healthy summer meals

May 7 , 2024

About five million children who receive free or reduced-price school meals will be automatically enrolled to receive SUN Bucks, a new initiative that aims to support families with access to nutritious meals when schools are closed this summer.  Administered by the California Department of Social Services in collaboration with the California Department of Education, the SUN Bucks program offers $40 per child per month for June, July and August, totaling $120 over the summer. Similar to CalFresh, SUN Bucks extends […]

WATCH: OC Arts and Disability spotlights students and adults’ artistic accomplishments

WATCH: OC Arts and Disability spotlights students and adults’ artistic accomplishments

May 6 , 2024

Dozens of groups of students and adults with disabilities took center stage in front of their biggest supporters at the 48th annual Orange County Arts and Disability Festival at MainPlace Mall in Santa Ana on Saturday, April 27.  Continuing its longtime partnership with the Orange County Department of Education, Orange County Arts and Disability hosted the daylong event to spotlight the artistic accomplishments of local artists with disabilities, showcasing writing, dance, music, theater and visual art. This year’s theme was […]

Weekly roundup: OC Register’s Artists of the Year named, OCDE announces 2025 Teachers of the Year finalists, and more

Weekly roundup: OC Register’s Artists of the Year named, OCDE announces 2025 Teachers of the Year finalists, and more

May 3 , 2024

From a pool of nearly 900 nominees, seven Orange County high school students have been named the Artists of the Year, recognized for their creativity, passion and dedication to their craft across seven artistic disciplines. Launched in 2014, the program, co-sponsored by the Orange County Register and Chapman University, honors junior and senior students who excel in various artistic endeavors, showcasing their talents and contributions to their communities.  Teachers from local high schools, private instructors and arts organizations nominate candidates. […]