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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

State recognizes six OC campuses as Model Continuation High Schools

State recognizes six OC campuses as Model Continuation High Schools

February 19 , 2025

Six continuation high schools in Orange County have been named Model Continuation High Schools for 2025. State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond announced Wednesday that 74 schools statewide earned the designation for their efforts in offering flexible scheduling, instructional strategies and counseling services tailored to students at risk of not graduating. “The priority of our Model Continuation High Schools is to give students more than a diploma,” Thurmond said. “The teachers and administrators aim to provide students with a […]

Spotlight shines on arts education, advocates at 2025 OCMAA Awards

Spotlight shines on arts education, advocates at 2025 OCMAA Awards

February 18 , 2025

Under the glow of stage lights at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts’ Samueli Theater, educators, administrators and arts advocates took center stage Wednesday, Feb. 12 at the 2025 Orange County Music and Arts Administrators Awards.  Hosted by the Orange County Department of Education and in partnership with the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, the annual awards reception and ceremony recognized 63 nominees for their contributions to arts education in the county.  For more than 30 years, this collaboration has […]

Building ‘Safety Nets’: OCDE partners with Vanguard University for conference on human trafficking prevention

Building ‘Safety Nets’: OCDE partners with Vanguard University for conference on human trafficking prevention

February 17 , 2025

To equip families, educators and community members with the tools to prevent human trafficking and exploitation, OCDE is partnering with Vanguard University’s Global Center for Women and Justice to present the 2025 Ensure Justice conference on March 7-8 in Costa Mesa. The two-day event, themed “Safety Nets,” will examine the risks that make children and youth vulnerable while exploring strategies for strengthening protective networks. Sessions will cover labor trafficking, online grooming, sextortion, pornography, gangs and unhealthy relationships. Attendees can register […]

Weekly roundup: Newport Harbor student launches fire detection system, Fullerton district employee celebrates 40 years, and more

Weekly roundup: Newport Harbor student launches fire detection system, Fullerton district employee celebrates 40 years, and more

February 14 , 2025

After seeing the devastation of Northern California’s Camp Fire in 2018, then fifth-grade student Ryan Honary felt inspired to do his part to help. Now, the 17-year-old Newport Harbor High School junior is partnering with the Orange County Fire Authority to launch his artificial intelligence-powered fire detection system to prevent disasters in the region. KCAL News reported that his software, called SensoRy AI, utilizes solar panels alongside gas and smoke sensors to spot wildfires at their earliest stages before the […]