The Orange County Department of Education partners with Orange County school districts to provide over 500,000 students with a world class education that emphasizes standard-based skills in safe learning environments.They provide students with the following county-operated programs and services: Alternative and Correctional Education, Outdoor Science, Regional Occupational Program, Special Education, Child Care Services and Student Programs.OCDE also serves as a connecting agency among Orange County school districts, community college districts, local, state and federal governmental agencies, and community organizations. In addition, they respond to district and community requests for staff development, administrative, business, educational and support services and partner with families, businesses, and the community to promote student success and well-being in Orange County.