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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.​​​​

Orange County Public Schools Directory​

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

​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.​

Immigration Statement and Resources​

Guidance and resources are available to assist Orange County schools in navigating evolving immigration policies.

California School Dashboard

This online platform provides an annual update on district and school performance, offering accessible data to help families, educators and communities understand how public schools are supporting students​.​

District Fiscal Assistance

OCDE provides fiscal oversight and guidance to Orange County’s 28 school districts, ensuring financial stability while supporting student success.

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.

5-3-1 Strategic Plan


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OCDE Newsroom

Weekly roundup: Anaheim elementary students break world record playing popular children’s game, and more

Weekly roundup: Anaheim elementary students break world record playing popular children’s game, and more

May 30 , 2025

“Red light! Green light!” Those were the words echoing across Yorba Regional Park in Anaheim last week as 1,423 students from the Anaheim Elementary School District gathered to break a Guinness World Record. Students participating in the Anaheim Succeeds! enrichment program joined forces for what is now the world’s largest game of Red Light, Green Light — surpassing the previous record of 1,415 participants. The event was hosted by Anaheim district staff in partnership with CF Fitness and verified on […]

Graduation season kicks off for ACCESS Class of 2025

Graduation season kicks off for ACCESS Class of 2025

May 30 , 2025

Quick look: About 130 students from five ACCESS sites were honored May 30 during a graduation ceremony that featured student speakers and a keynote by County Superintendent Dr. Stefan Bean. Additional ceremonies continue in June. The season of caps and gowns kicked off Friday for students in the Orange County Department of Education’s ACCESS program, as about 130 graduates were honored during a morning ceremony at the Don Wash Memorial Auditorium in Garden Grove. Families, educators and community members filled […]

Orange County seventh-grader makes her mark at 100th Scripps National Spelling Bee

Orange County seventh-grader makes her mark at 100th Scripps National Spelling Bee

May 30 , 2025

OC student Sydney Tran’s spelling journey took her from El Rancho Charter School in Anaheim to the national stage in Maryland, where the seventh-grader competed among the top young spellers in the country during the 100th Scripps National Spelling Bee.

Los Alamitos High School honors top seniors at Valedictorian Signing Ceremony

Los Alamitos High School honors top seniors at Valedictorian Signing Ceremony

May 29 , 2025

Quick look: Los Alamitos High School honored its top 10 seniors during a special Valedictorian Signing Ceremony, where students shared their college and career plans in front of family, friends and staff. Modeled after athletic signing day traditions, the event celebrated academic excellence and aimed to inspire future graduates. “For the next four years, I’ll be attending the University of…” That’s a familiar phrase often spoken by high school athletes on National Signing Day — a ceremony where they announce […]