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​​​​5-3-1 Strategic Plan
OCDE's work is guided by the 5-3-1 Strategic Plan​. Built around five key initiatives, three district-focused objectives and one bold goal, ​the plan provides a roadmap 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

Weekly roundup: Santa Ana senior receives acceptance from Yale, Korean language program celebrates first graduating class, and more

Weekly roundup: Santa Ana senior receives acceptance from Yale, Korean language program celebrates first graduating class, and more

May 15 , 2026

With nine associate degrees in tow, Middle College High School senior Manny Rodriguez Mejia will attend Yale in the fall thanks to his hard work, dedication and a 4.7 GPA. Manny recently found out he was accepted to Yale University, earning college credits and boosting his grades while enrolled in the school’s dual-enrollment partnership with Santa Ana College. CBS News Los Angeles reported that his acceptance follows in the footsteps of his older brother Alexis, a Harvard University graduate and […]

OcMaker Challenge Awards to spotlight student innovators on May 19

OcMaker Challenge Awards to spotlight student innovators on May 19

May 15 , 2026

175 Orange County students will be recognized for their creative inventions at the OcMaker Challenge Awards Ceremony livestream hosted by OC Pathways on Tuesday, May 19.

Four Orange County teams advance to United States Pentathlon National Finals

Four Orange County teams advance to United States Pentathlon National Finals

May 15 , 2026

Four middle school teams from Orange County will compete in the United States Academic Pentathlon National Finals in Nashville, Tennessee. This year’s competition theme, “The Roaring Twenties,” challenges students in grades six through eight across five academic subjects.

OC Friday Night Live Partnership honors student chapters and advisor for prevention leadership

OC Friday Night Live Partnership honors student chapters and advisor for prevention leadership

May 14 , 2026

Two school chapters and an advisor were recognized on Wednesday for their efforts to promote healthy choices, youth leadership and substance use prevention through the Orange County Friday Night Live Partnership. The honors came during the annual Friday Night Live Chapter Recognition Ceremony at the Barclay Theatre in Irvine. Hosted by the OCFNLP, the event celebrated students and educators who have helped create supportive and engaged school communities. Through youth-led activities on and off campus, the Orange County Friday Night […]