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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.​

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Educational Partner Survey

The Orange County Department of Education is inviting local educators, students, parents and other community members to provide feedback by Sept. 27.

Fentanyl Dangers

What makes fentanyl exceedingly dangerous is its potency — and the fact that many of its victims don’t know they’re taking the synthetic opioid.

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.


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.​
OCDE teacher celebrated as educator of the year for dedication to Deaf education

OCDE teacher celebrated as educator of the year for dedication to Deaf education

November 6 , 2024

A teacher from the Orange County Department of Education’s Deaf and Hard of Hearing program recently received the Educator of the Year award from California Educators of the Deaf — also known as CAL-ED.  The award, presented at the 64th annual CAL-ED conference in La Jolla, recognized Janet Dicker’s contributions to Deaf education and her commitment to her students’ success. With a theme of “Mosaic Experiences: Reconnecting and Reframing Deaf Education,” the conference, held from Oct. 25 through Oct. 27, […]

Orange County teachers honored for their strength and resilience at annual awards gala

Orange County teachers honored for their strength and resilience at annual awards gala

November 6 , 2024

On Friday, 61 exceptional Orange County educators were celebrated for their transformative impact on students both inside and outside of the classroom. Held at the Disneyland Hotel Nov. 1, the 2025 Teachers of the Year gala was hosted by the Orange County Department of Education, which honored each nominee for their dedication to quality education and their role in helping young learners achieve success. “Orange County teachers are preparing future generations to face challenges with confidence and courage, profoundly contributing […]

WATCH: OC Superintendent reflects on civic responsibility, unity in Election Day message

WATCH: OC Superintendent reflects on civic responsibility, unity in Election Day message

November 5 , 2024

Orange County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Stefan Bean released a special Election Day message on Tuesday encouraging educators, staff and community partners to exercise their civic duty by voting. Reflecting on his personal journey to U.S. citizenship in 1980, Dr. Bean shared what the right to vote has meant to him while highlighting the significance of Election Day as a time for Americans to come together.  “As we know, elections can bring strong feelings, and after so many months of […]

Weekly roundup: El Modena High celebrates success of alum Freddie Freeman, San Clemente students pledge to living drug-free, and more

Weekly roundup: El Modena High celebrates success of alum Freddie Freeman, San Clemente students pledge to living drug-free, and more

November 1 , 2024

Before he was named MVP of the 2024 MLB World Series on Wednesday, Freddie Freeman honed his baseball skills as a student at El Modena High School in Orange. Through his record-breaking success in the majors and impressive performance this October with the Dodgers, Freeman has made a point to help students who dream of going pro one day. Fox 11 News reported that Freeman has served as not just inspiration for his community but as a means of support. […]