Orange Unified Public Schools Foundation

04/13/2026

Congratulations to El Modena High School for cultivating this amazing group of musicians! We look forward to seeing you grow and showcase your talent in the community.

04/06/2026

In partnership with Orange Unified, we're looking for creative student artwork to feature in our online T-shirt store. Here's a chance to showcase your artwork out in the community! Our T-shirt Design Challenge is open to ALL Orange Unified Students - All Grades Invited!

There’s no single winner!
We’re selecting multiple awesome designs to feature in the OUPSF online store!

If your design is selected:
✨ Your artwork will be professionally printed and sold in the official OUPSF online store.
✨ Sales from the shirts will help raise funds to benefit OUSD Visual & Performing Arts (VAPA).
✨ All selected artists will be credited for their artwork.

OUPSF Student T-Shirt Design Submissions:
We are looking for original artwork, either hand-drawn or digital.
We are open to a variety of subjects and themes; designs that:
* Represent OUSD in a positive and inspiring way
* Highlights the arts: Music, Dance, Choir, Visual Arts, Theatre
* Shows school spirit or an educational theme
* Celebrates our community
* Inspirational, joyful, and positive vibes that radiate good energy
* Artwork must be appropriate for all ages

If your artwork is selected, your design will be featured in our shop, giving you and your school the spotlight.

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT ARTWORK IS MAY 30, 2026

www.oupsf.org/tshirtcontest

04/06/2026

GRADUATION SEASON IS HERE!

Attention Class of 2026 - The Senior Banners are Back!
Celebrate their achievement with a Senior Banner proudly featured at graduation!

Each banner is 3’ x 5’ and will be proudly displayed at Fred Kelly Stadium.

Cost: $40 per banner
Deadline to order is May 8, 2026.

To order your custom senior banner, visit: www.oupsf.org/store

04/06/2026

🌟 The Future of the Arts is Bright in Orange Unified!

ICYMI: The 2026 VAPA Showcase was nothing short of spectacular. We’re sharing highlights from the incredible musical/vocal concert to incredible dance performances, our OUSD students truly poured their hearts onto the stage over two unforgettable nights.

We are so proud of these talented young artists—but they need our continued support to keep the spotlight shining.

👉 See how you can help support OUSD arts programs: www.oupsf.org

03/21/2026

Congratulations to our OUPSF President Frank Tucker - 2025 Citizen of the Year! We are so proud of all that you do for our community!

🌟 Congratulations to our 2026 Citizen of the Year, Frank Tucker! 🌟

Frank exemplifies the spirit of community leadership and service that makes Orange such a special place. From serving as President of the Orange Unified Public Schools Foundation to supporting organizations like the Boys & Girls Club of Central Orange Coast and the Kiwanis Club of Orange, Frank consistently shows up to make a difference.

Whether mentoring youth, volunteering at community events, or helping local nonprofits thrive, Frank leads with generosity, humility, and an unwavering commitment to others.

Thank you, Frank, for your incredible dedication to the Orange community. 👏🍊

03/09/2026

🎓 Attention Class of 2026 - The Senior Banners are Back!

Graduation season is starting—what better way to celebrate your senior year than with a personalized Senior Banner at graduation?

Each banner is 3’ x 5’ and will be proudly displayed at Fred Kelly Stadium.

⭐Cost: $40 per banner

To order your custom senior banner, visit: www.oupsf.org/store

03/06/2026

JOIN US for the 2026 VAPA Showcase — a celebration of the very best of Orange Unified School District’s Performing Arts at Chapman University Memorial Hall!

⭐ This event is FREE and open to the public.

Enjoy two nights of incredible student performances:

⭐ Tuesday, March 24 — Honor Band & Orchestra Concert 🎺🎻�⭐ Wednesday, March 25 — Honor Choir & Dance Performances 🎤🩰

🕠 Doors open: 5:30 p.m.�🎬 Shows begin: 6:00 p.m.

We hope to see you there!

For more information, visit:�🌐 www.oupsf.org

02/27/2026

Congratulations to all three outstanding educators!

02/10/2026

An outstanding opportunity for the Class of 2026!

APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS!
Extra funds always come in handy when students continue their education after high school. These days, with prices rising almost every day - those funds can come in quite handy. If you know a student who meets the qualifications for our program - please share this information with them.
In 2024, Assistance League of Orange granted $60,000 in scholarships! Please review the details below and get that scholarship application submitted.
The 2025 Assistance League of Orange Scholarship Application enrollment period is now open. The submission deadline is midnight March 28, 2026.
Use this link to access the application.
https://www.assistanceleague.org/orange/scholarships/
To be eligible students must attend an OUSD high school or reside in the OUSD attendance area while attending another high school.
Please help us get the word out and share this post!

02/04/2026

Join us at our community event! The 2026 VAPA Showcase - A Celebration of the best of Orange Unified School District's visual and performing arts program. This event is FREE and open to the public.

Two nights of performances! Tuesday, March 24, featuring the Honor Band & Orchestra concert, and Wednesday, March 25, with Honor Choir and Dance performances.

Both showcases begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held in Memorial Hall on the Chapman University campus.

For more information, please visit www.oupsf.org

01/26/2026

🎉 Last week, OUPSF awarded grants to two high school sports programs that needed additional support:
🏌️‍♂️ El Modena High School Boys & Girls Golf
🥎 Orange High School Girls Softball

OUPSF worked closely with school athletic directors to identify sports programs in need. In return, each team hosted a free sports camp for K–8 students in their feeder schools—opening doors and inspiring the next generation.

We’re proud to build lasting partnerships that create positive experiences for students, both on and off the field. 💙

Visit www.oupsf.org to learn more!