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​​​​5-3-1 Strategic Plan
OCDE has launched it's 5-3-1 Strategic Plan​, a forward-looking roadmap built on community input and collaboration. Centered on five key initiatives, three district-focused objectives, and one bold goal, ​the plan outlines a shared vision for advancing educational excellence across the county.​
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Orange County Schools Directory​

OCDE has unveiled a searchable online directory of Orange County schools, complete with a services index to help connect you with the right department.​​

​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.​

Public Notices

The following public notices are posted for informational purposes for Orange County community members.
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Supports and R​​esources​

OCDE is committed to connecting students, families and schools with services that promote academic success, wellness and strong communities. ​

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.

Professional Learning Opportunities​

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.
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​​​​​​County Offices of Education Explained

This​ brief video that explains what county ​​offices of education do and how they support school systems, students and families throughout the state.​​​​

OCDE Newsroom

Innovation Funding Initiative officially launches, offering up to $525,000 for bold ideas in OC schools

Innovation Funding Initiative officially launches, offering up to $525,000 for bold ideas in OC schools

December 3 , 2025

OCDE’s Innovation Funding Initiative launches today, inviting districts to apply for up to $525,000 to bring innovative, student-centered ideas to life. Applications are open through Jan. 30, 2026.

OCDE prepares year-end payroll for nearly 78,000 employees across Orange County

OCDE prepares year-end payroll for nearly 78,000 employees across Orange County

December 3 , 2025

Quick look: OCDE is coordinating with district payroll teams and its Information Technology division to support year-end processing, including the Jan. 2 pay date for certificated employees and countywide reminders shared throughout the fall. As school districts and community colleges across Orange County prepare to close out the calendar year, the Orange County Department of Education’s Business Services division is finalizing its annual payroll processes for tens of thousands of employees countywide. Each month, OCDE’s systems support payroll for approximately […]

Estancia High students help restore Costa Mesa’s Snoopy House display

Estancia High students help restore Costa Mesa’s Snoopy House display

December 1 , 2025

Quick look: Students in Estancia High’s Building Industry Technology Academy redesigned and rebuilt aging Snoopy House decorations as part of a real-world learning project. Their work will be featured when the display lights up at Costa Mesa City Hall on Dec. 12. When the Snoopy House display returns to Costa Mesa City Hall on Dec. 12, Estancia High School students will see their work featured among the updated decorations. Seniors in the campus’ Building Industry Technology Academy spent the fall […]

WATCH: Sunburst debuts inspirational film ahead of Thanksgiving break

WATCH: Sunburst debuts inspirational film ahead of Thanksgiving break

November 26 , 2025

Sunburst Youth Academy in Los Alamitos premiered an inspirational short film on Tuesday night to celebrate the progress of its Class 36 cadets as they prepare to head home for the Thanksgiving weekend. The 15-minute video — you can check it out above or watch it on YouTube — highlights the physical training, academic work and life skills that define the 22-week residential program. It was filmed and edited by the academy’s Student Media Team, with support from Anne Wolff […]