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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.​

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Educational Partner Survey

The Orange County Department of Education is inviting local educators, students, parents and other community members to provide feedback by Sept. 27.

Fentanyl Dangers

What makes fentanyl exceedingly dangerous is its potency — and the fact that many of its victims don’t know they’re taking the synthetic opioid.

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.


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.​
OCDE’s Language Services honored with Golden Bell Award

OCDE’s Language Services honored with Golden Bell Award

October 11 , 2024

The California School Boards Association has recognized the Orange County Department of Education’s Language Services unit with the Golden Bell Award, which honors school programs that go above and beyond to ensure student success.  In recent years, OCDE has significantly revamped its language services under the direction of Program Specialist Natalia Abarca and Director of Student Achievement and Success Stacy Deeble-Reynolds. The team is dedicated to promoting language access to students and parents across the county by providing interpreting and […]

Weekly roundup: Fountain Valley students explore automotive careers at Hyundai, Los Alamitos High welcomes Anne Frank exhibit, and more

Weekly roundup: Fountain Valley students explore automotive careers at Hyundai, Los Alamitos High welcomes Anne Frank exhibit, and more

October 11 , 2024

A group of 31 eighth-grade students from the Fountain Valley School District had a unique learning experience this week when they visited Hyundai’s North American headquarters, located in their hometown.  The field trip, organized by science teachers Amy Peterson and Viet Phan from Fulton Middle School, gave students the opportunity to learn about various careers in the automotive industry and participate in hands-on STEM activities. The eighth-graders earned their spots on the trip through competitions in their science classes. Peterson’s […]

OCDE opens nominations to recognize outstanding school counselors

OCDE opens nominations to recognize outstanding school counselors

October 10 , 2024

From providing behavioral supports to offering career guidance, school counselors play an integral role in elevating the growth and success of students.  In preparation for its annual celebration of school counselors and counseling advocates, the Orange County Department of Education is now accepting nominations to honor professionals who go above and beyond in meeting scholars’ academic, social-emotional and career needs.  Educators, school staff, parents and even students are invited to nominate school counselors or counseling champions serving students transitional kindergarten […]

Orange County students exceed state, regional counterparts in key assessments

Orange County students exceed state, regional counterparts in key assessments

October 10 , 2024

Orange County students have once again outpaced their peers on state assessments, surpassing California’s averages in English, math and science. Data released on Thursday by the California Department of Education showed that students in the county’s 29 local districts and charter schools not only outperformed their state counterparts by significant margins but also scored higher than seven neighboring counties across all grade levels.  Still, the results highlighted the need for more focused support, particularly for vulnerable student groups including foster […]