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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 colla​boration. 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

OCDE celebrates CTE Month with classroom visits and recognition of 1,200 educators

OCDE celebrates CTE Month with classroom visits and recognition of 1,200 educators

February 19 , 2026

During CTE Month, OCDE's Career Education and Workforce Development team recognized approximately 1,200 career education teachers across Orange County, including instructors serving ACCESS students through a partnership with North Orange County ROP.

OC event to connect students with disabilities and families to employment and community resources

OC event to connect students with disabilities and families to employment and community resources

February 19 , 2026

Quick look: Students with disabilities and their families will gather March 10 in Irvine for the second annual “Empowering Transitions, Building Futures” event. The countywide event features a new student leadership conference, a youth business showcase and a resource fair with more than 75 agencies. Students with disabilities and their families from across Orange County will gather March 10 in Irvine for the second annual “Empowering Transitions, Building Futures” event — a countywide effort to connect young people to the […]

Champion boxer Abner Mares connects with OCDE’s Youth Reporting Center North students through shared experience

Champion boxer Abner Mares connects with OCDE’s Youth Reporting Center North students through shared experience

February 17 , 2026

Quick look: Former four-time world champion boxer Abner Mares shares his story with students at OCDE’s Youth Reporting Center North. “I’m just here to open up your hearts and minds because I can relate to you guys. I can relate to you guys a lot, actually.” That was the message delivered by former four-time, three-division world champion boxer Abner Mares to students at OCDE’s Youth Reporting Center North, an ACCESS alternative education campus that partners with Orange County Probation to […]

Inside the Outdoors to host volunteer habitat restoration at Ralph B. Clark Regional Park

Inside the Outdoors to host volunteer habitat restoration at Ralph B. Clark Regional Park

February 17 , 2026

Inside the Outdoors will host a volunteer habitat restoration event at Ralph B. Clark Regional Park on Feb. 21, inviting families and community members to help remove invasive plants and support native ecosystems.