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Orange Unified Superintendent Stepping Down
Ernie Gonzalez will take on a "senior administrative role" with the district
Candidates share their message to parents, thoughts on AI, and declining enrollment
Two incumbents are facing two challengers in the contests for Trustee Areas 2 and 5. Plus, FSD voters will weigh in on a $262 million bond measure.
All four candidates for Cypress School Board shared thoughts on which programs deserve more funding, AI, cellphones, and more
2024 has seen two Cypress trustees step down from their positions on the five-member board. Seats for Trustee Area A and Trustee Area E are on the Nov. 5 Ballot.
O.C. High School Students are Pre-Registering to Vote in Civic Education Drive
How local election officials, teachers, and a grassroots group are engaging young people during High School Voter Education Weeks.
Three of the four candidates for the Los Alamitos School Board share their views on cellphone policies, AI, and declining enrollment
This November, two incumbents are not seeking reelection to the five-member board that governs nine schools. Four newcomers are running for the two seats.
Skip the SAT?: Tackling the Changing Testing Requirements for College Admissions
As universities across the U.S. begin to reinstate SAT and ACT test requirements for applicants, some high school students are unsure how to respond.
Two Campuses in O.C. Named 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools
South Lake Middle School in the Irvine Unified School District and Mission Viejo Christian School are among 33 honorees in California.
Airport Fire Closes Some Schools in Orange County
Trabuco Elementary and Robinson Elementary in the Saddleback Valley Unified School District have been closed since Sept. 10.