Spotlight Schools Newsletter: October 2025
Test Scores in O.C. // 'Impact Schools' Named // ⚾️ From O.C. to the World Series // 🎃 No school on Halloween?
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O.C. School Districts Partner with Cal State University System to Offer Seniors Direct Admission
“No essays, letters of recommendations and/or portfolios required,” for qualified students to gain admission to 16 CSU campuses.
Two Local School Boards Have Vacancies
The Fullerton School District and the Anaheim Union High School District are seeking applicants to serve on their school boards through the Nov. 2026 election.
Spotlight Schools Newsletter: September 2025
Attendance Challenge // Pending & Passed Bills // 🗞️ Student Storytellers // 🍔 Read 📚, Get Free In-N-Out
What Happens When Students Don’t Show Up to School?
O.C. districts use Attendance Awareness Month to remind families that absences can impact learning and funding.
O.C. Department of Education to Host First Father Fest
Free event on Oct. 4 is about 'honoring the vital role that fathers and mentors play in shaping the lives of young people.'
Education Forum Aims to Connect Community Members
Legislator, Student, School Board President, and Candidate for State Superintendent of Public Instruction among scheduled speakers at Sept. 6 event in Rossmoor.
Spotlight Schools Newsletter: August 2025
Top Trends Influencing the 2025-26 School Year // 💻 O.C. Mom: 'ChatGPT killed my son' // 🏫 New High School Rankings // Teachers Win Shopping Spree
What's New for the 2025-26 School Year?
The fresh facilities, fresh programs, and fresh faces debuting this academic year in Orange County.