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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

Language access professionals to gather for 2025 Interpreters and Translators Conference

Language access professionals to gather for 2025 Interpreters and Translators Conference

July 23 , 2025

Quick look: OCDE will host its ninth annual Interpreters and Translators Conference Oct. 3-4 at Vanguard University. Keynote speaker Ewandro Magalhães, a TEDx presenter and former U.N. chief interpreter, will headline the event. International TEDx speaker and former chief interpreter in the United Nations system Ewandro Magalhães will headline the 2025 Interpreters and Translators Conference hosted by the Orange County Department of Education this fall. Now in its ninth year, the annual event is organized by OCDE’s Educational Services division […]

OCDE forms new division to support student success, introduces two leadership appointments

OCDE forms new division to support student success, introduces two leadership appointments

July 21 , 2025

Quick look: OCDE has formed a new division that unites alternative education with health, wellness and wraparound services to better support students. Dr. Kimberly Benaraw has been named associate superintendent of Student Services and Programs, while Dr. Maria Martinez-Poulin has been named chief of ACCESS. The Orange County Department of Education has formed a newly aligned division that unites its alternative education programs with an array of support services, including mental health, wellness and wraparound supports. Student Services and Programs […]

Weekly roundup: Valencia High student is National Youth Science Camp Delegate, Daily Pilot spotlights Laguna Beach superintendent, and more

Weekly roundup: Valencia High student is National Youth Science Camp Delegate, Daily Pilot spotlights Laguna Beach superintendent, and more

July 18 , 2025

Valencia High School student Irene Pan has been selected as one of just 112 delegates — and one of only two from California — to attend the 2025 National Youth Science Camp, a residential summer program for high-achieving STEAM students held in the mountains of West Virginia. On Wednesday, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond announced the selection of Irene and fellow delegate Uzochi Orji, a senior at Murrieta Mesa High School in the Murrieta Valley Unified School District, […]

Arts on the Move exhibit celebrates student artists with disabilities at Bowers Museum

Arts on the Move exhibit celebrates student artists with disabilities at Bowers Museum

July 16 , 2025

Quick look: Now on display at the Bowers Museum through Friday, July 18, the free Arts on the Move exhibit showcases expressive artwork by student artists with disabilities from across Orange County. The traveling show is open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in recognition of Disability Pride Month. From vibrant watercolor paintings to detailed ink illustrations, a returning community art exhibit at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana has captured the artistic vision of Orange County students with […]