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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

Celebrating the Class of 2026: Graduation moments from across Orange County

Celebrating the Class of 2026: Graduation moments from across Orange County

June 9 , 2026

Graduation season is underway across Orange County. The OCDE Newsroom has compiled a collection of commencement photos and social media posts from schools and districts throughout the county.

OC students and theater programs earn top honors at 2026 Spirit of the MACY Awards

OC students and theater programs earn top honors at 2026 Spirit of the MACY Awards

June 8 , 2026

Quick look: The Spirit of the MACY Awards took place on May 23, honoring the top high school theater actors and productions throughout Southern California. Orange County students and schools took home many of the highest awards. What’s better than winning Best Actor at the Spirit of the MACY Awards? Winning two years in a row, of course.  On May 23, Isaiah Medina of Tesoro High School was named Best Actor at the 2026 Spirit of the MACY Awards at […]

Weekly roundup: Eleven OC seniors earn college-sponsored scholarships through national merit program, and more

Weekly roundup: Eleven OC seniors earn college-sponsored scholarships through national merit program, and more

June 5 , 2026

Eleven Orange County seniors have earned a place among the nation’s top scholars after being named 2026 National Merit Scholarship winners and securing college-sponsored awards to attend prestigious academic institutions. The Orange County Register reported more than 2,500 students nationwide were selected for college and university-sponsored scholarships through the National Merit Scholarship Program, which will award more than $24 million from corporations, company foundations, business organizations and academic institutions to over 6,700 students this year. Each scholarship winner was selected […]

Orange County leaders to gather for civic literacy panel ahead of nation’s 250th anniversary

Orange County leaders to gather for civic literacy panel ahead of nation’s 250th anniversary

June 5 , 2026

Education, business and civic leaders will convene June 11 for The Power of Civic Literacy panel discussion hosted by OC Forum, featuring Orange County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Stefan Bean, California National Civics Bee champion Arlo Fravien and other county officials.