O.C. School Districts Respond to Changing Federal Immigration Rules. Shift allowing Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers to conduct arrests at schools prompts concerns from families, action by educators.

3 days ago · THE LATEST ON TK-12 EDUCATION IN ORANGE COUNTY. Things are changing in 2025. But Spotlight Schools remains committed to its journalistic mission to serve Orange County with unbiased, original, hyperlocal reporting on the education issues you care about. We want this newsletter to be a welcome addition to your inbox.

3 days ago · President Donald J. Trump is issuing executive orders and changing policies to deliver on his campaign promise to carry out “the largest mass deportation operation in American history of illegal criminals,” as White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt reaffirmed this week. One action directly impacts schools: Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers are now allowed to make ...

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️ Spotlight Schools Newsletter: Feb. 2025. O.C. Schools Respond to Immigration Crackdown Plans // 🧡 Support for L.A. Fire Victims // 💯 Celebrating the 100th Day of School

Jul 26, 2024 · THE LATEST ON TK-12 EDUCATION IN ORANGE COUNTY. In this month's newsletter: Campaign season has officially arrived in Orange County. Candidates seeking to run for their local school boards in the November 5, 2024, election can now file paperwork with the Orange County Registrar of Voters' office, which oversees local elections.And could the November ballot deliver a bonanza in school bonds for ...

Oct 8, 2024 · A video from California's Secretary of State informs young people about how to pre-register to vote. Students can also join the ROV’s High School Volunteer Program for another hands-on lesson in democracy. These volunteers will work at one of Orange County’s numerous Vote Centers on Election Day, greeting voters, managing lines, and assisting with ballot scanning.

By Jeannette Andruss on Aug 12, 2024 Back-to-School Season is Here. All but one public school district in Orange County will welcome students back on campus for the 2024-25 school year in August.

Mar 1, 2024 · The list is out for the 2024 California Distinguished Schools. On Feb. 29, the California Department of Education announced that 293 campuses statewide were given its highest recognition. That includes 38 middle and high schools in Orange County.

Jeannette Andruss, Co-Founder Jeannette Andruss is a longtime journalist, public school parent and believer that civil discourse and a free press are vital for democracy. She founded Spotlight Schools in 2021 with the help of the Tiny News Collective. She writes and reports the Spotlight Schools email newsletter in addition