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Veterans Day is an opportunity to honor the men and women who have served in the U.S. armed forces.
Today also offers an opportunity to reflect on the veterans who continue making a difference in schools and communities throughout Orange County.
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Veterans Day is especially personal for many Los Alamitos Unified students whose family members have served in the military.
Schools recently welcomed veterans and military families for ceremonies and tributes ahead of Nov. 11.
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What if redesigning middle and high schools starts with helping students feel they belong?
Dr. Christine Olmstead joins Dr. Stefan Bean and Lainie Rowell on FutureCurrent to discuss student engagement, deeper learning and personalized instruction. newsroom.ocde.us/futurecurre…
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Students took the lead at OCDE's third annual Student AI Convening on Nov. 6. About 100 students showcased AI-powered tools, led workshops and shared lessons about creativity, perseverance and responsible technology use. newsroom.ocde.us/watch-oc-st…
Simmons Elementary School in Garden Grove has a colorful new look.
More than 60 @Safran_Cabin volunteers added ocean-themed murals, benches, refreshed play areas and pickleball courts through the Give & Grow initiative.
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Three OC graduates are among 161 students nationwide named 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholars:
* Sophie Mirae Kim, Huntington Beach High
* Irene Pan, Valencia High
* Suraj Samir Shah, Beckman High
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Students teaching students about AI.
OCDE's third annual Student AI Convening returns Nov. 6, featuring student-led workshops, demonstrations and discussions on machine learning, educational tools and responsible AI use.
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Four campuses were named 2026-27 OC Impact Schools. Watch highlights from the celebrations: newsroom.ocde.us/watch-ocde-…
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South Junior High School recently earned its second State Civic Learning Award of Excellence in recognition of efforts made by the Anaheim Union High School District campus to give students a meaningful voice in their school community.
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Costumes, candy and a few safety reminders.
The OCDE Boos-room has rounded up practical Halloween tips covering visibility, pedestrian safety, trick-or-treating routes and more.
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Actor Esai Morales recently spoke with OCDE ACCESS students at the Youth Guidance Center and Orange County Juvenile Hall about overcoming setbacks, embracing learning and finding their own paths.
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What does a California school board have to do with the 1996 horror classic “Scream”?
A rejected filming request and an unusual message in the closing credits.
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Four Orange County high school alumni are part of the Milwaukee Brewers' 2026 World Series run.
Jake Bauers and Trevor Megill (Marina), Garrett Mitchell (Orange Lutheran) and Joey Ortiz (Pacifica) are one win away from a championship. newsroom.ocde.us/orange-coun…
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Got milk? Five @HBUHSD employees are sporting the iconic @gotmilk mustache in a campaign displayed at six local bus stops. The ads celebrate the people behind school meals and nutrition education.
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Twenty Orange County educators and education leaders recently attended the 2026 Teachers Law School at Orange County Superior Court.
The program explored civic engagement, constitutional rights and ways to bring real-world learning into classrooms.
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Students at OCDE's Otto A. Fischer School reflected on their past and shared plans for their future through an annual essay and visual arts contest.
Their work explored personal growth, accountability and aspirations for college and careers.
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Red Ribbon Week runs Oct. 23-31, promoting healthy, drug-free choices.
The Orange County Board of Education recently recognized the campaign alongside Sheriff's Department and OCDE representatives.
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245 Orange County schools and 18 districts earned spots on the 2026 California Honor Roll, recognizing academic performance, improvement and progress in closing achievement gaps.
🔗 See the list and more in this week's OCDE Newsroom roundup: newsroom.ocde.us/weekly-roun…
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OCDE is hiring substitute school nurses for its ACCESS alternative education program.
Pay: $200/day
Schedule: About 2-3 days/week
Openings: 3
California RN license, bachelor's degree and School Nurse Services Credential required.
🔗 Apply: edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/2…
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29 Orange County campuses earned 31 top-100 placements in California's latest U.S. News elementary and middle school rankings.
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