Cypress School District Considering Layoffs to Balance Budget
Board to hear plan to address $3.3 million budget shortfall at Jan. 20 meeting.
Anaheim Union to Discuss Spending of $496 million in Bond Money
Voters approved Measure K in 2024 and the district has launched several projects aimed at upgrading campus infrastructure.
Community Film Screening Brings Orange County Together to Reimagine Education
Free event at Valley High School in Santa Ana to feature documentary screening followed by discussion about career education pathways in Orange County.
Anaheim Union High School District to Host First Annual Esports Regional Tournament and Invitational
Event showcases student talent, industry partnerships, and new Game Design & Esports Career Pathway
11 New Laws that will Impact California Schools in 2026
In 2026, California schools will be required to enact rules for students using cell phones on campus.
Legal Battle Continues over Whether Parents have Right to Know Student is Transgender
The case may ultimately be appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Brea Olinda Unified School District Board Member Arrested
The superintendent and some trustees are urging Christopher Becerra to resign amid allegations he sent ‘sexual messages’ to a juvenile and possessed child pornography.
Edison High School’s Innovation Lab now Rescuing Endangered Trout
A new state-of-the-art facility is now available at the Huntington Beach campus to hold rescued steelhead trout.
Spotlight Schools Newsletter: Dec. 2025
🤖 O.C. Districts Embracing A.I. // 💡 How to Get a $525,000 Grant // 🧒🏽 How are O.C.'s Kids Doing?
31st Annual Report on The Conditions of Children in O.C. Released
The rate of children developmentally ready for kindergarten increased, chronic absenteeism declined slightly.
The Issue of Students Using Artificial Intelligence in School
As the popularity of Generative A.I. explodes, and districts race to regulate its use, our Editorial Intern explores what Los Alamitos High School students and teachers think.
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
🐆 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
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
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
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
“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
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.'