Model Curriculum Summer Institute 2025 FAQs
Event Details
The Model Curriculum Summer Institute will take place at the Hilton Irvine from July 28-31, 2025.
Join us this summer for an inspiring professional learning opportunity designed for educators passionate about fostering inclusive and representative education. The Summer Institute is a four-day event that will support teaching teams with implementation of the Cambodian American Studies, Hmong History and Cultural Studies, and Vietnamese American Experiences Model Curricula.
Please apply only if you are available for the entire duration of the Summer Institute.
Who is eligible to apply?
K-12 educators (in English Language Arts, Social Science, World History, Art, or Ethnic Studies) and TOSAs, as well as site, district, and county office administrators within the state of California are eligible to apply. Applicants must be available to participate for the entire four-day institute.
Have a team leader register up to 5 team members at once. Individual applications will only be considered if there is space available after all teams have been selected.
Where can I apply?
The Summer Institute is at capacity at this time.
Can I attend if I am not a K-12 Educator?
No. This event is limited to California public school K-12 educators.
Where will this event be held?
Hilton Irvine
18800 MacArthur Blvd, Irvine, CA 92612
Will OCDE provide lodging?
Yes. Attendees who live 50 miles or further from the conference venue may have lodging covered by OCDE. Lodging can be provided for Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday nights.
Will OCDE provide travel?
Yes. Attendees who live 50 miles or further from the conference venue may have travel covered by OCDE. Participants will be reimbursed for flights and transportation to and from the hotel up to $700 for getting to and from the Summer Institute with receipts. OCDE will not reimburse for rental cars or other transport.
Are meals provided?
Meals will not be provided by OCDE. There are numerous restaurant options available within walking distance and throughout the area.
Where can I park?
Parking information will be updated as available.
Where can I find more information about this project?
For more information about the three Model Curriculum projects at the Orange County Office of Education, please visit the following website: http://tinyurl.com/OCDE-Model-Curricula
To access the three model curricula online, visit: camodelcurricula.ucdavis.edu
Is this part of the ethnic studies model curriculum?
No. Model Curriculum was funded as part of Assembly Bill 167. This project encompasses a set of open-source lesson plans, primary source documents, planning resources, teaching strategies, and professional development activities designed to enhance existing courses or support educators in course development. Although some of the lessons in the Cambodian American Studies, Hmong History and Cultural Studies, and Vietnamese American Experiences model curricula could be used in an Ethnic Studies class, the lessons were created separately from the Ethnic Studies Model Curriculum.
How was the model curriculum developed?
Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) was contracted by the California Department of Education to lead the development of the Cambodian American Studies, Hmong History and Cultural Studies, and Vietnamese American Experiences Model Curriculum. The curricula were written by educators supported by scholarly presentations and resources. OCDE worked collaboratively with scholars, as well as Cambodian, Hmong, and Vietnamese Americans serving in community organizations to drive the choice of topics and resources, as well as editing and design. The UC Davis California History-Social Science Project did not lead curriculum writing. However, the model curriculum webpage is hosted by the UC Davis California History/Social Science Project online at: camodelcurricula.ucdavis.edu
How will teachers be paid?
Teachers will be paid directly through their district.
Do educators need to attend all four days of the conference?
Yes. Teachers must be available to attend all four days of the institute.
Can administrators receive a stipend?
No, administrators will not receive a stipend to attend the Summer Institute.
Institute Support
If you have any queries, please email Matthew O’Donnell at modonnell@ocde.us.