​​
​​​​​​​​​​​​​ ​​ 
​
​​​​​​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


​​
​

OCDE Newsroom

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 […]

WATCH: Good Day LA features OC Superintendent Dr. Stefan Bean

WATCH: Good Day LA features OC Superintendent Dr. Stefan Bean

May 19 , 2025

Orange County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Stefan Bean was featured this morning on Good Day LA in a segment recognizing Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Earlier this month, FOX 11 reporter Bob DeCastro sat down with Dr. Bean to discuss his path from early childhood in Vietnam to his current role leading the Orange County Department of Education. The story that aired Monday highlights his evacuation through Operation Babylift, his adoption by a family in San Diego and […]

Get to know the 2025 Orange County Classified School Employees of the Year

Get to know the 2025 Orange County Classified School Employees of the Year

May 19 , 2025

Quick look: Nine outstanding classified employees from Orange County school districts have been recognized for their dedication and service, with three earning additional honors from the California Department of Education. This week marks Classified School Employee Week, which is a time to honor the vital roles played by school employees who work behind the scenes and on the front lines to support student success. Observed statewide during the third full week of May, this year’s celebration spans from May 18 […]

Future of California’s ethnic studies requirement remains uncertain following May budget revision

Future of California’s ethnic studies requirement remains uncertain following May budget revision

May 19 , 2025

Quick look: California’s plan to make ethnic studies a high school graduation requirement may be on hold — at least for now — because the governor’s budget doesn’t include funding needed to move it forward. The future of California’s high school ethnic studies requirement is in question after Gov. Gavin Newsom’s revised 2025–26 budget proposal left out funding to implement the mandate. Assembly Bill 101, signed into law in 2021, established a one-semester ethnic studies course as a graduation requirement […]