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Chris Krohn’s Republican Nation Convention Coverage Part 2 – Talk of the Bay
How has the attempted assassination on former President Donald Trump’s life affected delegates at this convention? Chris Krohn and Isabel O’Malley-Krohn confront several Republican delegates to ta...
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15 Years of Stuff the Bus Dear community member, I hope you and your family are enjoying a wonderful summer and staying cool during this historic heat wave. This month, the Santa Cruz COE is thrilled to be celebrating 15 years of partnership with United Way of Santa Cruz County to provide backpacks and school supplies to students experiencing homelessness and [...] The post 15 Years … 07/12/2024
15 Years of Stuff the Bus
What’s happening in July! ed.PATH July Newsletter! On June 29, 2024, Governor Newsom signed a budget trailer bill, SB 153 (Chap. 38, Statutes of 2024), that allows teaching credential candidates to use their bachelors degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education as a demonstration of the basic skills requirement, effective immediately. For most credentials, with some exceptions [...] The post What's happening … 07/11/2024
What’s happening in July!
Cradle-to-Career’s Student Pathways Feedback Opportunity EXCITING NEWS! Cradle-to-Career wants to hear from Californians about the research questions guiding its Student Pathways data story. The data story will provide a holistic view of students journeys over time. Take part in the development of Californias longitudinal data system: https://bit.ly/student-pathways-user-feedback The post Cradle-to-Career's Student Pathways Feedback Opportunity appeared first on Santa Cruz County Office Of Education. 07/08/2024
Cradle-to-Career’s Student Pathways Feedback Opportunity
Join Us for the Credential Pathway Information Sessions The Santa Cruz County Office of Education is thrilled to announce the second year of the California Classified School Employee Teacher Credentialing Program and is now accepting applications for the 2024-2025 academic year. Whether you're completing your Bachelor's degree or starting your credential program, we invite you to join one of our information sessions to [...] The post Join Us … 07/01/2024
Join Us for the Credential Pathway Information Sessions
Stuff the Bus Campaign Celebrates 15 Years of Support for Students The Santa Cruz County Office of Education (Santa Cruz COE) and United Way of Santa Cruz County are celebrating 15 years of partnership to provide backpacks and school supplies to students experiencing homelessness and other hardships. Starting July 1, the community is invited to support the 15th Annual Stuff the Bus campaign by donating funds [...] The post Stuff the … 07/01/2024
Stuff the Bus Campaign Celebrates 15 Years of Support for Students
High School Robotics Team Clinches Third Place at World Championship A robotics team of high school students from across Santa Cruz County found success on the global stage, clinching third place at the MATE ROV Competition World Championship held in Kingsport, Tennessee, from June 20-22. Competing against 38 high schools from 11 countries in the Ranger Class, the Hephaestus Robotics Team received perfect scores on [...] The post High School … 06/25/2024
High School Robotics Team Clinches Third Place at World Championship
Library Opens for Students at Santa Cruz County Juvenile Hall Santa Cruz County Probation, the Santa Cruz County Office of Education (COE) and Santa Cruz Public Libraries (SCPL) are proud to announce the opening of the Robert A. Hartman School Library at Santa Cruz County Juvenile Hall. The renovations, which debuted Thursday with a brief ceremony, included creating a library space for justice-involved youth, as [...] The post Library Opens … 06/20/2024
Library Opens for Students at Santa Cruz County Juvenile Hall
Temporary Entrance and Parking Changes During Construction Beginning Thursday, June 20, the front parking lot and main entrance at the Santa Cruz COE's 400 Encinal St. office will be closed for approximately 4-6 weeks due to an exterior renovation project. Visitor access to the building will be relocated to the rear entrance, accessible through the lower parking lot in the back of [...] The post Temporary Entrance … 06/17/2024
Temporary Entrance and Parking Changes During Construction
Summer of professional learning and growth opportunities! ed.PATH June Newsletter! The Santa Cruz Classified Employee Grant (SCCEG) Program has a new IHE partner! We have recently added San Jose State University to our roster for the grant program, and earlier this month SJSU became the first program in the state to be authorized to offer the new PK-3 credential. In the newsletter, [...] The post Summer of … 06/14/2024
Summer of professional learning and growth opportunities!
Area 5 Trustee Appointed Dear community member, I am pleased to share that the Santa Cruz County Board of Education yesterday appointed Rachel Williams (pictured) to serve as Area 5 Trustee. Representing Aptos, Corralitos and surrounding areas, the Area 5 seat on the Board was vacated after former Trustee Alyssa Alto moved out of the County last month. On [...] The post Area 5 … 05/31/2024
Area 5 Trustee Appointed
Sueños Program Welcomes 2 New Team members **Welcoming New Team Members: Maria Martinez and Erika Urbieta** The Suenos program is delighted to welcome two exceptional individuals to our team: Maria Martinez and Erika Urbieta. Both bring unique skills and perspectives that will enrich our community and support our mission to empower youth and young adults in Watsonville. ### Maria Martinez, Work Experience [...] The post Suenos Program … 05/31/2024
Sueños Program Welcomes 2 New Team members
Notice of Provisional Appointment to the Santa Cruz County Board of Education A vacancy has occurred on the Santa Cruz County Board of Education by reason of the resignation of Alyssa Alto, effective April 15, 2024. The resignation was filed in the office of the Santa Cruz County Superintendent on April 10, 2024. Alyssa Alto represented Trustee Area 5. On May 30, 2024, the Board of Education [...] The post Notice of … 05/31/2024
Notice of Provisional Appointment to the Santa Cruz County Board of Education
‘Lograr mis sueños’: Career Advancement Charter Graduate Shares Story Mi nombre es Elisa V. Morales. Una de las razones por la cual yo decidi estudiar y aprovechar la ayuda que me brindo el programa de la Career Advancement Charter (CAC), es que yo siempre quise estudiar y llegar a ser una asistente de pediatria. Ese era mi sueno desde nina. Yo soy de Mexico, [...] The post ‘Lograr mis … 05/30/2024
‘Lograr mis sueños’: Career Advancement Charter Graduate Shares Story
The Wildland Fire Academy: A Successful First Year The inaugural year of the Wildland Fire Academy has come to a close with the successful completion of two cohorts, marking a significant milestone in our partnership with CAL FIRE and the California Conservation Corps. This program is designed to equip adult students with the essential skills and certifications required for an entry-level firefighter position, [...] The post The Wildland … 05/29/2024
The Wildland Fire Academy: A Successful First Year
Celebrating the Success of the Building Trades Pre-Apprenticeship (BTPA) Program’s 6th Cohort We are thrilled to announce the successful completion of our 6th cohort in our Building Trades Pre-Apprenticeship (BTPA) Program. With three productive sessions at our 399 facility and two at the Rountree facility for the Department of Corrections, the BTPA continues to expand its impact and reach. We are immensely proud of our graduates' dedication [...] The post Celebrating the … 05/29/2024
Celebrating the Success of the Building Trades Pre-Apprenticeship (BTPA) Program’s 6th Cohort
A Semester of Growth: Medical Assisting Students Hone Clinical Skills Throughout the second semester, our Medical Assisting students have dedicated themselves to mastering the clinical skills essential for their future careers. This intense focus has been an integral part of their training, and over the past several months, they have been immersed in the practical application of principles such as pharmacology, pharmacology math, medication administration, [...] The post A Semester … 05/28/2024
A Semester of Growth: Medical Assisting Students Hone Clinical Skills
Innovative Apprenticeship Initiative in Dental Assisting The Santa Cruz County Office of Education is thrilled to announce its participation in a groundbreaking Apprenticeship initiative. As part of this program, we aim to bridge the gap between education, training, and employment, creating a seamless pathway for career success. Introducing the Dental Assisting Apprenticeship Program In our new apprenticeship model, our Dental Assisting [...] The post Innovative Apprenticeship … 05/28/2024
Innovative Apprenticeship Initiative in Dental Assisting
Exciting New Additions to Santa Cruz County Career Technical Education for 2024-2025 With the growing demand and interest in Career Technical Education (CTE) courses, the COE is thrilled to announce several new and expanded programs for the 2024-2025 school year. These developments reflect our commitment to providing diverse and robust educational opportunities that prepare students for success in various career pathways. ICT Cybersecurity and Networking Pathways Transition [...] The post Exciting New … 05/28/2024
Exciting New Additions to Santa Cruz County Career Technical Education for 2024-2025
Congratulations, Class of 2024! Dear community member, It has been my distinct privilege to speak at commencement ceremonies this week as we celebrate the Class of 2024. Graduations are not just the culmination of the school year, theyre a direct result of years of perseverance and dedication. This is especially true for the Class of 2024. In the spring [...] The post Congratulations, Class … 05/24/2024
Congratulations, Class of 2024!
Robotics Team Fundraising for Worlds Nonprofit X Academy is raising funds to send the Hephaestus Robotics team of high school students to the MATE ROV World Championship in Kingsport, Tennessee, next month! On May 4, despite the rain and wind, the Hephaestus Robotics team secured an invitation to the World Championship following a standout performance at the Monterey Bay Regional [...] The post Robotics Team … 05/24/2024
Robotics Team Fundraising for Worlds
Summer Arts Education Institute Educators are invited to join an in-depth learning experience in the arts to promote equity, social-emotional learning, and academic achievement at the 2024 Summer Arts Education Institute. Connect and explore at this 4-day virtual gathering of TK- 12 teachers, pre-service teachers, teaching artists, and administrators. Whatever your grade level, content area, or arts discipline, we [...] The post Summer Arts … 05/24/2024
Summer Arts Education Institute
Join the 2024-25 Teacher Leadership Institute for Sustainability (TLIS) We're excited to announce that the application for the 2024-25 Teacher Leadership Institute for Sustainability (TLIS) is now open! If you're passionate about environmental literacy and eager to inspire the next generation of environmental stewards, this is an opportunity you don't want to miss. About TLIS The Teacher Leadership Institute for Sustainability (TLIS) is designed [...] The post Join the … 05/22/2024
Join the 2024-25 Teacher Leadership Institute for Sustainability (TLIS)
2024 Educators of the Year The Santa Cruz County Office of Education (Santa Cruz COE) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 Santa Cruz County Educator of the Year Awards, which recognize exceptional educators from across Santa Cruz County who embody the values of our school community. Santa Cruz County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Faris Sabbah and the [...] The post 2024 Educators … 05/20/2024
2024 Educators of the Year
Team Finds Inspiration and Connection at the CalHOPE SEL & Wellness Summit Earlier this month, 18 educators from Santa Cruz County were thrilled to participate in the CalHOPE SEL & Wellness Summit in Sacramento! Joining colleagues from 54 other California counties, we had a fantastic showing, including representatives from our "SEL Deep Dive" school districts - Mountain Elementary, San Lorenzo Valley, and Soquel Union Elementary - as [...] The post Team Finds … 05/15/2024
Team Finds Inspiration and Connection at the CalHOPE SEL & Wellness Summit
Exploring AI’s Transformative Potential in Education Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing various sectors, and education is no exception. Its transformative potential is reshaping both teaching and learning experiences, making them more efficient, personalized, and insightful. Through our recent event in partnership with Santa Cruz Works, Tech+ and CALS delved into the current state and future potential of AI in education. Enhancing [...] The post Exploring AI's … 05/15/2024
Exploring AI’s Transformative Potential in Education
Santa Cruz County Robotics Teams Make Waves at MATE ROV Regional Competition! Team goes on to World Champions in Tennessee Watsonville, CA (May 10, 2024) The future of ocean exploration is bright in Santa Cruz County! On May 4th, at Watsonville High School, ten teams from across the county participated in the MATE ROV (Marine Advanced Technology Education - Remotely Operated Vehicle) Regional Competition, showcasing their creativity and engineering skills in a challenging underwater [...] The post Santa Cruz County … 05/13/2024
Santa Cruz County Robotics Teams Make Waves at MATE ROV Regional Competition! Team goes on to World Champions in Tennessee
Exciting Summer Opportunities in Technology and Cybersecurity! Are you on the lookout for engaging and enriching summer opportunities for your students interested in technology and cybersecurity? Look no further! We're thrilled to present two fantastic programs aimed at fostering interest and expertise in the rapidly evolving field of cybersecurity. **Free In-Person CyberCamps at Cabrillo** Are your students ready to dive into the [...] The post Exciting Summer … 05/08/2024
Exciting Summer Opportunities in Technology and Cybersecurity!
The Santa Cruz Classified Employee Grant Program The Santa Cruz County Office of Education has formed a consortium with 6 of our county districts to offer a scholarship funded by the California Classified School Employee Teacher Credentialing Program (Classified Program) to classified employees who are currently working in our local school districts or the COE, and who would like to pursue a [...] The post The Santa … 05/08/2024
The Santa Cruz Classified Employee Grant Program
Empowering Equitable and Inclusive Computer Science Education: 2024 CS CoP Conclusion Four Years of Impact: Serving 72 Teachers and 1,440 Students The Computer Science Community of Practice (CS CoP) has proudly concluded its fourth year, marking a significant milestone in advancing equitable and inclusive computer science (CS) education in our community. This year's program was expertly facilitated by: Stephanie Sumarna, EdTech & Innovation ToSA at the [...] The post Empowering Equitable … 05/06/2024
Empowering Equitable and Inclusive Computer Science Education: 2024 CS CoP Conclusion
Recognize a Teacher Dear community member, One of the highlights of the role of County Superintendent of Schools is getting to recognize the exemplary educators who work across all levels of our TK-12 school community. As we head into Teacher Appreciation Week, from May 6-10, the COE is thrilled to provide a way for students and families to [...] The post Recognize a … 05/03/2024
Recognize a Teacher
College and Career Week, October 23-27, 2023
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An Inclusive School Community
Navigating the Future: CALS Department’s Commitment to Student Success & Career Development
Exciting Poetry Opportunities for Students in Santa Cruz County!
SIT and FosterEd Programs Outreaching to Students & Families
Santa Cruz COE’s Commitment to Youth Mental Health First Aid
Students Return to Campus
Social Emotional Learning Across the County
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