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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: Sowers Middle School unveils new gym and outdoor spaces, Westminster High senior earns acceptance to 17 colleges, and more

Weekly roundup: Sowers Middle School unveils new gym and outdoor spaces, Westminster High senior earns acceptance to 17 colleges, and more

June 6 , 2025

The Huntington Beach City School District hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 4 to celebrate the completion of the Phase 2 Reconstruction Project at Sowers Middle School, which adds a state-of-the-art gymnasium, expanded outdoor facilities and enhanced campus safety features. District officials, staff, community members and construction partners gathered at the campus to mark the unveiling of several new amenities, including a 53,164-square-foot gym that doubles as a multipurpose space with a stage and audio-visual equipment. Also featured are new […]

Disability Symposium hosted by Vanguard University to focus on inclusion in schools, faith communities

Disability Symposium hosted by Vanguard University to focus on inclusion in schools, faith communities

June 6 , 2025

Quick look: Vanguard University in Costa Mesa will host its first Disability Symposium on June 25, offering sessions on inclusive teaching, IEPs, trauma-responsive strategies and more. The event is open to educators, families and community members. Vanguard University’s School of Education is inviting educators, families and community members to its upcoming Disability Symposium, focused on advancing inclusion in schools and faith-based settings. The event, billed as a day of learning, connection and community building, will take place from 8 a.m. […]

Ten OC student projects to compete at National History Day finals next week

Ten OC student projects to compete at National History Day finals next week

June 5 , 2025

Quick look: Ten standout student projects from Orange County are headed to the National History Day finals in Maryland next week, capping a state contest that saw the county earn more honors than any other region in California. From the impact of the Nuremberg Trials to the tragedy of the Thalidomide scandal, student researchers across California have spent months examining how pivotal events in history have shaped the world we live in. Next week, 10 student projects from Orange County […]

Fullerton School District students complete second tiny home to support families in need

Fullerton School District students complete second tiny home to support families in need

June 5 , 2025

Quick look: Students from Nicolas Junior High School constructed a second 192-square-foot tiny home to support families experiencing homelessness. The fully furnished structure will be relocated near Orangethorpe Elementary this summer, and a new construction academy is planned to expand the program in the coming school year. A new cohort of eighth-grade students from Nicolas Junior High School in the Fullerton School District has completed construction of a second tiny home designed to provide temporary housing for local families experiencing […]