Educational and Student Services
This division is dedicated to supporting professional learning for Orange County school districts. Through our collective capacity, Educational and Student Services provides high quality and sustainable professional learning that enhances the professional capital of the community we serve. We provide a multi-tiered system of support to the Orange County community that focuses on academic, behavioral, and social success for all learners through professional learning, technical assistance, and tools and resources.
Mission
We cultivate transformational educational experiences, fostering a culture of agency and innovation in Orange County.
Vision
Educational communities and environments where every learner thrives.
Values
- Collaboration We nurture diverse strengths, foster deep connections, and honor teamwork.
- Innovation We foster creativity, curiosity, and courage.
- Integrity We build trust by acting with authenticity, transparency, respect, kindness, and accountability.
- Service We strive to understand needs, empower others, and cultivate inclusive, engaging, and equitable learning environments.
- Well-Being We support physical, mental, social, and emotional needs with compassion and respect.

Kimberly Benaraw, Ed.D.
Associate Superintendent,
Educational and Student Services

Scott Reindl
Executive Director
scottreindl@ocde.us
Career Education and Workforce Development

Diane Ehrle, Ed.D.
Director
dehrle@ocde.us
Continuous Improvement and Leadership Development

Jonathan Swanson, Ed.D.
Assistant Superintendent
jswanson@ocde.us
Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Enrichment

Katy Ramezani, Ed.D.
Executive Director
kramezani@ocde.us
School for Learning and Leadership

Stacy Deeble-Reynolds
Executive Director
sdeeble-reynolds@ocde.us
Student Initiatives, Partnerships and Events

Jami Parsons, Ed.D.
Executive Director
jparsons@ocde.us
