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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.​

​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.​

Immigration Statement and Resources​

Guidance and resources are available to assist Orange County schools in navigating evolving immigration policies.

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.

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.

5-3-1 Strategic Plan


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OCDE Newsroom

Weekly roundup: Westminster High students apply literacy skills through civic engagement project, Anaheim Union kicks off graduation season, and more

Weekly roundup: Westminster High students apply literacy skills through civic engagement project, Anaheim Union kicks off graduation season, and more

May 23 , 2025

Quick look: Westminster High School students met with U.S. Rep. Derek Tran after writing letters to him as part of a classroom assignment tied to the Expository Reading and Writing Curriculum. The visit, which highlighted student voice and civic engagement, was later featured by the California State University system, which developed the curriculum. An English assignment tied to a college-preparatory curriculum gave Westminster High School students an opportunity to engage directly with their local representative. On May 12, about 150 […]

WATCH: Hands-on event connects students and families with career training opportunities

WATCH: Hands-on event connects students and families with career training opportunities

May 23 , 2025

Quick look: Hundreds of students and families attended “Empowering the Future: Internships and Career Exploration” on May 22. Co-hosted by Supervisor Janet Nguyen and County Superintendent Dr. Stefan Bean, the event transformed Freedom Hall into a hub for exploring free career training and internship opportunities through hands-on exhibits and student presentations. Students and families from across Orange County gathered at Mile Square Regional Park in Fountain Valley on May 22 for a hands-on event designed to showcase free career training […]

Student leaders, advisor honored by OC Friday Night Live Partnership for prevention efforts

Student leaders, advisor honored by OC Friday Night Live Partnership for prevention efforts

May 23 , 2025

Quick look: More than 400 students, educators and families recently attended OCDE’s Friday Night Live Chapter Recognition Ceremony, celebrating youth-led efforts to promote healthy choices. Honorees included chapters from Cypress High and Ralston Intermediate, along with Panorama Elementary teacher Kristin Cowan. Two student-led chapters and one exceptional advisor were recently honored at the Irvine Barclay Theater during the Friday Night Live Partnership’s annual Chapter Recognition Ceremony, an event celebrating youth-led efforts to promote healthy choices and positive behaviors. Cypress High […]

OCDE PAL team honors five campuses, two advisors for building positive school environments

OCDE PAL team honors five campuses, two advisors for building positive school environments

May 20 , 2025

Quick look: Five school-based Peer Assistance Leadership (PAL) programs and two advisors were honored by the Orange County Department of Education for fostering safe, inclusive and supportive school communities. Five school-based Peer Assistance Leadership programs and two advisors received surprise visits in May from the Orange County Department of Education for promoting school environments that are caring, inclusive and supportive for all students.  Coordinated by OCDE’s Youth Development Programs team, the PAL initiative empowers young people in grades four through […]