Inside Cultural Celebrations at Orange County Schools
From performances to food, local schools are recognizing the diverse cultures of their students during the school day.
Centralia Elementary School District Celebrates Recognitions
Supt. Norma E. Martinez among three CESD leaders and partners recognized by the Association of California School Administrators (ACSA) Region 17.
Student Protests Continue
O.C. students continue to stage walkouts and protests against the Trump administration's intensifying deportation efforts.
Speakers Urge Cypress School Board to 'Keep the Cuts Away from our Kids'
Trustees could vote on authorizing layoffs at their Feb. 12 meeting to close a $3.3 million budget gap for next school year.
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Huntington Beach High School Celebrates Signing Day for Student-Athletes
During Athletic Signing Day, 18 student-athletes signed their National Letters of Intent and officially committed to playing their sports at the collegiate level.
Spotlight Schools Newsletter: January 2026
Districts Address Student Protests // Arrested Brea Olinda USD Trustee Could Lose Seat // 🖥️ Classroom Screen Time Limits Proposed
Middle School Honors Legacy of its Namesake, Christa McAuliffe
Students and staff at the Los Alamitos Unified campus reflect on the legacy of the pioneering educator on the 40th anniversary of the Challenger disaster.
Employee Devotes 68 Years to O.C. School District
The Huntington Beach Union High School District honors longtime employee Kay Nakauchi upon her retirement.
A Seat for Kindness: Newport-Mesa USD Students Celebrate New Buddy Bench
A new symbol of connection and kindness is now available at Ensign Intermediate School.