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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: Local students bring Disney musicals to life on Segerstrom Center stage, Nixon Library hosts first OC civics bee, and more

Weekly roundup: Local students bring Disney musicals to life on Segerstrom Center stage, Nixon Library hosts first OC civics bee, and more

March 14 , 2025

Students from four Orange County elementary schools showcased their newfound musical talents at the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall for the 11th Annual Disney Musicals in Schools Student Share celebration on Wednesday. Organized by the Segerstrom Center for the Arts in partnership with the Disney Theatrical Group, this program annually provides classrooms from Title I Schools with the opportunity to rehearse, study and explore all the behind-the-scenes elements of theatrical production — free of charge. The performing arts initiative […]

These are the 2025 Orange County Classified School Employees of the Year

These are the 2025 Orange County Classified School Employees of the Year

March 14 , 2025

A school safety assistant, a painter, a nutrition operations supervisor and a data systems technician are among this year’s Orange County Classified School Employees of the Year. Classified employees are vital to the daily operations of schools, districts and county offices of education. Their roles — ranging from food services staff and instructional aides to custodians, bus drivers and skilled trade professionals — support student learning in countless ways, often behind the scenes. On Friday, the Orange County Department of […]

Irvine Public Schools Foundation funds 17 campus projects to enrich educational innovation

Irvine Public Schools Foundation funds 17 campus projects to enrich educational innovation

March 13 , 2025

Seventeen Irvine school projects have been awarded nearly $200,000 in grants to support adaptive recess equipment, upgraded theater lighting systems, student-run news broadcasts, graphic novel festivals and more. Each innovative project — whether new or ongoing — will receive up to $25,000 to help educators and schools implement technologies and resources that enhance student learning and growth.  Since 1996, the Irvine Public Schools Foundation has awarded over $2.7 million to the Irvine Unified School District through its Innovative Grants Program, […]

California has extended its college financial aid deadline to April 2

California has extended its college financial aid deadline to April 2

March 12 , 2025

College-bound students have an extra month to apply for state financial aid after the California Student Aid Commission extended the priority deadline from March 3 to April 2.  Officials said the extension is meant to give students more time to complete applications following delays in the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, process. The 2025-26 college financial aid application cycle opened on Dec. 1, 2024, two months later than usual due to changes in the FAFSA system. As […]