Orange County Public Schools are preparing to welcome more than 206,000 students back to class on Monday.

School officials are using new communication tools and safety measures for the new school year.

Superintendent Maria Vazquez highlighted the introduction of "Parent Square," a platform that consolidates information and provides access in more than 100 languages, and "Let's Talk," an AI tool on their website that allows stakeholders to ask questions and directs them to the right information.

Local law enforcement emphasized their dedication to protecting all students, a key focus for the district this year.

Another significant topic is lower enrollment, with the district expecting fewer students and partnering with a firm to address these changes.

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