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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

OCDE to promote student civic engagement at annual OC Civic Learning Celebration

OCDE to promote student civic engagement at annual OC Civic Learning Celebration

April 1 , 2025

The Orange County Department of Education is set to highlight local school districts and their students for promoting and engaging in civic learning at the department’s annual OC Civic Learning Celebration. Hosted at the OC Holocaust Education Center from 4 to 6 p.m. on April 24, the event is designed to offer students a platform to share civic engagement projects they’ve completed throughout the year. Students who have completed OCDE’s Civic Learning Pathway will also be recognized. To complete the […]

Registration now open for ITO’s annual Summer Day Camp

Registration now open for ITO’s annual Summer Day Camp

March 31 , 2025

Looking for a fun and educational way to keep your child engaged this summer? Look no further than Inside the Outdoors’ Summer Day Camp, where campers will learn about various aspects of nature through camp songs, skits, games and activities.  From June 23 to Aug. 1, ITO will host five weekly summer camps at the Shipley Nature Center in Huntington Beach, each with their own theme for campers ages 6 to 12. Leadership opportunities will be available for campers ages […]

Weekly roundup: Sunburst Youth Academy cadets present colors at Anaheim Ducks game, and more

Weekly roundup: Sunburst Youth Academy cadets present colors at Anaheim Ducks game, and more

March 28 , 2025

Thousands of hockey fans at the Honda Center in Anaheim looked on as four cadets from Sunburst Youth Academy’s Class 35 color guard took to the ice Wednesday evening to present the American flag during the national anthem. The March 26 performance came just before the Anaheim Ducks faced off against the Boston Bruins in a regular season National Hockey League matchup that ended in a 6-2 victory for the home team. Attendance for the game was reported at about […]

Orange County academic decathletes score big with individual and team awards at state contest

Orange County academic decathletes score big with individual and team awards at state contest

March 27 , 2025

Orange County’s final four academic decathlon teams took home more than 40 awards after facing off against the state’s top decathletes.  For the 46th year in a row, high school students  — with support from their coaches and advisers — gathered to compete in 10 subjects at the California Academic Decathlon, which featured more than 50 teams.  From March 20 to March 23, decathletes put their months of studying to the test through essays, speeches and interviews centered on the […]