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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

OC Pathways earns state recognition in California’s career education master plan

OC Pathways earns state recognition in California’s career education master plan

April 21 , 2025

The OC Pathways program, led by the Orange County Department of Education, has been recognized in California’s new Master Plan for Career Education as a model for preparing students for success through high-quality career education and work-based learning.  Released by the governor’s office earlier this month, the statewide plan highlights OC Pathways — among about 20 local educational agencies and organizations in the state — for its efforts to coordinate regional career education efforts by connecting state and federal funds.  […]

Community event will honor the life and legacy of former County Superintendent Dr. Al Mijares

Community event will honor the life and legacy of former County Superintendent Dr. Al Mijares

April 18 , 2025

Educators, community members and civic leaders will gather on Tuesday, April 22, to celebrate the life and legacy of former County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Al Mijares, who died in January following a battle with ampullary cancer. Organized by friends, colleagues and community partners, the public event will honor Dr. Mijares’ decades of service to students and families from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Templo Calvario Church in Santa Ana. Dr. Mijares led the Orange County Department of Education for […]

Weekly roundup: Los Alamitos High School emergency response pathway named national program of excellence, and more

Weekly roundup: Los Alamitos High School emergency response pathway named national program of excellence, and more

April 18 , 2025

Every school day, students in Los Alamitos High School’s emergency response pathway are gaining hands-on experience — responding to mock disasters, triaging patients and building the skills they need to save lives. Now, the career technical education program has received national honors for its commitment to excellence in public safety education. The Law and Public Safety Education Network recently awarded Los Alamitos High School with a National Program of Excellence certification, placing it in a select group of educational institutions […]

Summer institute to help educators implement OCDE’s Model Curriculum Projects

Summer institute to help educators implement OCDE’s Model Curriculum Projects

April 15 , 2025

Educators across California are invited to attend the Model Curriculum Summer Institute, a four-day professional learning event hosted by the Orange County Department of Education. Scheduled for July 28 through July 31 at the Hilton Irvine/Orange County Airport, the institute will support K-12 teaching teams in the implementation of three recently developed model curricula focused on Cambodian American Studies, Hmong History and Cultural Studies, and Vietnamese American Experiences. The California Department of Education tapped OCDE to lead the development of […]