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Students Collaborate on Larger-than-Life Art Project
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Students Collaborate on Larger-than-Life Art Project

Mesa View Middle School in Huntington Beach becomes canvas for 'Art for the Sky' creation of a blue whale.

Meeting Recap: 'Pivoting' on Performing Arts Center Upgrades; Lee Elementary Presentation; Board Policy Revisions
Los Alamitos Unified School District Featured

Meeting Recap: 'Pivoting' on Performing Arts Center Upgrades; Lee Elementary Presentation; Board Policy Revisions

🐆 Lee Elementary shares what makes the 'Fami-Lee' special. The board also updated its policy on the recognition of religious beliefs.

Capistrano Unified Adopts ChatGPT For Teachers
Capistrano Unified School District Featured

Capistrano Unified Adopts ChatGPT For Teachers

The move empowers CUSD educators to take learning to the next level, according to the district.

Los Alamitos High School Song Team Named the U.S. National Junior Pom Team
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Los Alamitos High School Song Team Named the U.S. National Junior Pom Team

For the first time in LAHS history, the team has earned this designation from USA Cheer and a chance to compete at the 2026 International Cheer Union Junior World Championship Finals in April.

Spotlight Schools Newsletter: October 2025
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Spotlight Schools Newsletter: October 2025

Test Scores in O.C. // 'Impact Schools' Named // ⚾️ From O.C. to the World Series // 🎃 No school on Halloween?

O.C. School Districts Partner with Cal State University System to Offer Seniors Direct Admission
Capistrano Unified School District

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.

Family of Teen Who Died after Alleged Bullying Asks AUHSD to Take Action
Anaheim Union High School District

Family of Teen Who Died after Alleged Bullying Asks AUHSD to Take Action

Relatives of Mia Mejia, a former Lexington Jr. High School student, spoke at the Oct. 16 school board meeting. AUHSD Board President offered 'sincere condolences.'

Students Everywhere are Saying “Six Seven,” But What Does it Mean?
Los Alamitos Unified School District

Students Everywhere are Saying “Six Seven,” But What Does it Mean?

Gen Z and Gen Alpha's latest slang trend is popping up in math classes and all over campuses.

Anaheim Elementary School District Reports 'Gains' in Literacy Efforts
Anaheim Elementary School District

Anaheim Elementary School District Reports 'Gains' in Literacy Efforts

Recently released state test results show 14 of AESD’s 23 schools improved their English language arts scores.

Two Local School Boards Have Vacancies
Anaheim Union High School District

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.

Laguna Beach Unified Releases the 'Superintendent 100 Day Report'
Laguna Beach Unified School District

Laguna Beach Unified Releases the 'Superintendent 100 Day Report'

The report is the result of a listening and learning initiative undertaken by the district's recently hired Supt. Dr. Jason Glass.

Anaheim Union High School District Launches Game Design and Esports Pathway
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Anaheim Union High School District Launches Game Design and Esports Pathway

The AUHSD is teaming up with Fullerton College to offer curriculum to students to gain skills needed for a career in the interactive media industry.

Spotlight Schools Newsletter: September 2025
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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?
Attendance

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
Community

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.'

Brea Olinda USD Student to Make History on the TEDx Stage
Brea Olinda Unified School District

Brea Olinda USD Student to Make History on the TEDx Stage

Brea Olinda High School student Kennedy Swann is due to be the first person ever to deliver a TEDx talk using a speech-generating device operated by her eyes.

Speakers Urge Attendees to Get Involved at Education Forum
Los Alamitos Unified School District

Speakers Urge Attendees to Get Involved at Education Forum

Local educators, politicians, and policymakers speak at Public Education Forum

Fullerton School District Superintendent Dr. Bob Pletka Announces Retirement
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Fullerton School District Superintendent Dr. Bob Pletka Announces Retirement

After more than 13 years with the FSD, Dr. Pletka will step down in February.

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