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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

Weekly roundup: Los Alamitos freshman creates sensory station for former school, and more

Weekly roundup: Los Alamitos freshman creates sensory station for former school, and more

May 8 , 2026

A Los Alamitos High School freshman has created a sensory station at his former elementary school designed to support students with special needs. Wesley Avery, a former Hopkinson Elementary School student, recently completed the project as part of his efforts to earn the rank of Eagle Scout. The project involved more than 200 hours of planning, fundraising, construction and volunteer coordination. Inspired in part by his younger brother’s experience in the school’s preschool special education program, Wesley created the sensory […]

Schools worldwide respond to Canvas security breach and service disruptions

Schools worldwide respond to Canvas security breach and service disruptions

May 7 , 2026

Quick look: A cybersecurity incident involving Canvas disrupted access at schools and universities worldwide, prompting precautionary shutdowns and security reviews. Instructure says there is currently no evidence that passwords, financial information or government-issued identifiers were compromised. Updated at 10:00 p.m. on May 7, 2026 Canvas access said to be restored for most users as investigation continues Instructure said Thursday evening that Canvas access had been restored for most users following the widespread cybersecurity incident that disrupted schools and universities across […]

Student voices lead inaugural OC Youth Choice Awards for mental health films

Student voices lead inaugural OC Youth Choice Awards for mental health films

May 7 , 2026

Orange County students were recognized for their impactful, peer-selected films on mental health through the first-ever Youth Choice Awards on May 1, a new student-led addition to the Directing Change Film Contest. Several of the winning films will move on to the statewide competition, amplifying youth voices and promoting awareness across California.

Irvine middle school music teacher earns national CMA Foundation honor for second time

Irvine middle school music teacher earns national CMA Foundation honor for second time

May 6 , 2026

Henry Miller, a music teacher at Sierra Vista Middle School in Irvine Unified School District, has been named a 2027 CMA Foundation Music Teacher of Excellence.