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Upcoming Events

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​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Little Saigon Tour ​​

When: June 7, 2025

​​Time:   9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.​

Location: Vietnam War Memorial- 14119                              All American Way, Westminster, CA 

Register​​​ herewebsite​​

Download flyer here​​​​ - ​pdf​


Orange County Social Science Administrator Network (OCSSA)​​​

When: Below are 6 dates

2025 - September 18, October 16, & 

November 20

2026 - January 22, March 19, & April 23

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.​

Location: Orange County Department of Education​

Cost: Free​​

Register here​ - website

Download flyer here​ -​​​​​ pdf 



The Mendez Tribute Monument Park Field Trip​

When: September 2025 - April 2026 (dates vary)

Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM​ ​

Location: Mendez Tribute Monument Park

Cost: Free​

Register here​  - website

Download flyer here​​ - ​​​​​​​ pdf 



2025 Teachers Law School

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When:  September 30, 2025

Time:  8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Location:  Orange County Superior Court - C6
700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, CA 92701

Cost:  Free

Register here​ - website

Download flyer here​ -​ pdf ​​

 

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California History Exhibit Visit

When: October 4, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Location:  31806 El Camino Real
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

Cost: ​Free

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Download flyer here​ - ​pdf ​​

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VietRISE is excited to provide this exclusive opportunity for educators. This guided tour of Little Saigon in Westminster offers an intimate look into the vibrant community, rich history, and authentic flavors that define the area.







​The ​OCSSA network is a forum of Orange County principals, teacher leaders, and coaches. This network will discuss best practices and share resources to better History-Social Science teaching and learning. During OCSSA virtual network meetings, we will spend time learning from one another, learning together, and devel​oping ideas for the next steps in ​professional development and practice.











​During field trips students will experience The Mendez Historic Freedom Trail and Monument to learn about the 1946 Mendez, et. al. v. Westminster School District of Orange County, et. al. case. The experience includes interactive panels and activities for students with an electronic device. The site is wifi enabled. Educators will be provided with lessons and activities to implement
before and after trips. A law professional will be available to answer questions about the case.



ABOTA’s Teachers Law School is designed for educators with an interest in lawrelated
education. Sessions provide teachers with valuable content directly from legal
professionals. Join us for in-depth content sessions as we visit the Orange County
Superior Court and the Old Courthouse. This year’s content will feature presentations
on criminal law. Judges from the OC courts will share content, and OCDE will share
teacher resources for students in grades 4,5, 8, 11 and 12. Lunch will be provided.


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During this tour, educators will explore
the history of San Juan Capistrano
communities over time. The curator at
the Adobe Blas will share artifacts and
primary sources about Native
American and local histories.
Participants will consider ways to
center the sources into the K-12
classroom.​

OC Civic Learning Institute


When: October 7, 2025 & October 14, 2025

Time: 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Location: Orange County Department of Education

Cost:​ $150

Register here- website

Download flyerhere​ - pdf ​​​​

During the OC Civic Learning Institute, school teams of educators will broaden their
understanding of the knowledge, skills, and dispositions students need to become civic-ready.

  • ​Participants will learn how to support classroom relationships and social awareness.
  • Participants will synthesize structures to encourage academic conversations.
  • Participants will develop a civic engagement project for their classroom or school.
By the conclusion of the series, school teams will be equipped to pursue California Democracy School status and apply for Civic Learning Awards. Participants will be able to develop student activities to support the State Seal of Civic Engagement, including pathways for elementary and middle school students.
Participants who attend the series and share their civic learning project plan will receive an OC Civic Learning Institute Certificate.​


OC Civic Learning Celebration​​

When: April 22, 2026 - Celebration

Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Location: Orange County Department of Education

Cost: ​Free



K-12 Orange County educators, students, and their families are invited to participate in the OC Civic Learning Celebration. At the event, students will be asked to share their civic engagement projects. The Orange County Department of Education will recognize students who are receiving the Civic Learning Pathway certificate as well as schools that have earned Civic Learning Awards. This is a FREE event. 



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​The Acjachemen/ Juaneno History and Cultural Tour for Educators

When: TBD



During this tour, educators will explore the history and culture of Acjachemen families, commonly known as the Juaneno Band of Mission Indians. Acjachemen community leaders will present at the Village at Putuidem, the Montanez Adobe, Los Rios, and the Juaneno Band of Mission Indians Tribal office. They will also help participants consider ways to center authentic stories of the Acjachemen in the K-12 classroom. A lunch will be included as part of the tour.

If you would like to be added to our contact list for news and updates, please e-mail your request to mmanos@ocde.us​