New Heber school a boon to community, officials say Oct 28, 2009
Anne J. Mallory, superintendent of the Imperial County Office of Education, said the school surpassed its Academic Performance Index growth target rate of five points as set by the state Department of Education. The school, Mallory said, grew by 49 points in language arts and mathematics. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
- H1N1 vaccine to arrive in Imperial County this week 0 Oct 28, 2009
The department will be meeting with school superintendents today to update them on the vaccine shipments and possible clinics, said Denise Smith, assistant superintendent for the Imperial County Office of Education. Though H1N1 is a concern for parents, schools are not deviating from the same protocol as for seasonal flu, she said. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Correction: Trouble in Taos photos Oct 28, 2009
The Sky Room at the Fresno Downtown Holiday Inn reopened to banquets Tuesday, with the nearby Fresno County Office of Education holding the first breakfast meeting in the ninth-floor ballroom in six years. Today, the Fresno Advertising Federation will bring about 100 members to a lunch meeting. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Superintendent releases statement on suicide Oct 24, 2009
The interfaith community, Santa Clara County Office of Education, and Caltrain have also formed groups to address improved support for students and parents. As a result of all of these meetings and conversations, plans have been developed that address increased mental health support, the education of students, and teacher and parent training regarding signs of depression, as well as increased resiliency and asset building opportunities for youth in the community. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Burris Park Foundation receives grant from PG&E Oct 23, 2009
The Burris Park Foundration, a non-profit organization, works in collaboration with the Kings County Office of Education and Kings County to create learning opportunities for children and families through use of the park's facilities. The foundation has planned its third annual fundraiser, "Taste of the Valley," in May. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
What is being done with the illiteracy problem in the Imperial Valley? Oct 20, 2009
Imperial Valley Press Online - Probe - What is being done with the illiteracy problem in the Imperial Valley. Are people here in the Valley aware of the high rate of illiteracy. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Stanislaus County school transfer appeals 'frustrate' Oct 18, 2009
That stalemate could prompt the Stanislaus County Office of Education to require districts to be more responsive when parents ask to transfer their child to a different campus. Many districts are tightening their grip on granting transfers and are holding on to their students in the face of deep state cuts to their budgets. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Are people here in the Valley aware of the high rate of illiteracy? What are the Valley schools doing about it? Are there any programs aimed to help those who are illiterate become literate? '>Are there any programs in the Imperial Valley aimed to help the high rate of illiteracy? Oct 16, 2009
What is being done with the illiteracy problem in the Imperial Valley. - Imperial Valley Press Online - Probe. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Thousands in Imperial County ‘drop, cover, hold on’ for earthquake drill Oct 16, 2009
Countywide the drill went very well, said Denise Smith, event coordinator for the Imperial County Office of Education. Events like the shakeout help the office prepare for significant quakes, she said. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
FUSD approves $2m purchase of KIPP site Oct 15, 2009
Currently, these students attend Teilman, a community day school run by the Fresno County Office of Education. Trustee Carol Mills, who represents the area where the school will be located, expressed concern about the short notice given for residents to attend a community meeting last week to discuss the plan. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Retired teacher association celebrates 80-year milestone Oct 15, 2009
"And we love doing it -- we love giving back." Yesterday's event featured a video celebrating the 80 years of progress the association has made as well as a guest speaker from the Kings County Office of Education, speaking on the importance of educational rights of foster children/youth and homeless children/youth. CalRTA was started in 1929 by a woman named Laura E. Settle. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Modesto City Schools budget off watch list Oct 14, 2009
The district's budget was taken off the Stanislaus County Office of Education's "conditional approval" list Tuesday ... The district's budget was one of five flagged this summer with conditional approval by the county office of education, which oversees the districts' finances and has authority to suggest budget-balancing solutions. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Forty valley locals sworn into AmeriCorps Oct 10, 2009
Timothy Druihet is Imperial County Office of Education program specialist. He spoke to the group before the swearing-in. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Exeter, Farmersville schools receive TCOE Torch Awards Oct 9, 2009
To recognize Tulare County schools or districts for effective instructional practices that are making a difference in improving student achievement, the Tulare County Office of Education has created the new Torch Academic Achievement Awards program ... For information on other Tulare County Office of Education programs or events, call Robert Herman, public information officer, at 733-6606. (The Exeter Sun, CA)
Local inducted into region Nursing Hall of Fame Oct 7, 2009
Mendes spent the bulk of her career working for the Kings County Office of Education as a school nurse and worked the last 10 years for the Corcoran Joint Unified School District ... In 1984, after spending two years with the Kings County Health Department, Mendes went to work for the Kings County Office of Education and knew that's where she wanted to stay. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Teachers find new ways to incorporate arts into classroom Oct 4, 2009
If you look at instructional minutes, little time is left for art, Lori Campos, visual and performing arts coordinator for the Imperial County Office of Education, said ... Much of the problem goes back to the economy, county Office of Education Superintendent Anne Mallory said. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Liberty Ranch High School teacher Donna Hartje honored as 2010 Teacher of the Year Oct 4, 2009
After the nominations were received by the Sacramento County Office of Education, a community selection committee comprised of education professionals, including previous Teachers of the Year, met to interview each local district Teacher of the Year and selected the two finalists ... All of the school districts within the County of Sacramento, along with the Sacramento County Office of Education, are invited each year to participate in the Sacramento County Teachers of the Year Program ... This... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
CSUB To Receive $12.6M Grant To Improve Teacher Quality Oct 3, 2009
CSUB will serve as the lead agency for the program in partnership with CSU Monterey Bay, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, Tulare County Office of Education, and the Kern County Superintendent of Schools ... Letters of support for the grant were submitted by Congressman Kevin McCarthy; Congresswoman Lois Capps; Kern County Superintendent of Schools Christine Lizardi Frazier; Tulare County Office of Education Superintendent Jim Vidak; California Polytechnic State... (KERO 23, CA)
Was promotion needed? Oct 3, 2009
It was verified by the Fresno County Office of Education. It was further verified by the Fiscal Crisis Management Assistance Team brought in by the state Superintendent of Public Instruction and further confirmed by the Fresno Unified Citizen's Advisory Council. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
MercuryNews: Penguin helps raise math scores Oct 1, 2009
This summer, a consortium, partially spearheaded by the Santa Clara County Office of Education, called the Silicon Valley Math Initiative, announced it's funding JiJi at 23 of the schools for five years at a cost of more than $1 million. Some seed money, or 19 percent of the total cost, was donated by Netflix founder Reed Hastings, Stephen Herrick, Price Waterhouse Coopers, Symantec and Cisco. (KGO, CA)
Cooking for a cause Sep 26, 2009
Jeanne Atkins coordinates the event for the Kings County Office of Education and expects this years cook-off to be better than ever. Its a way for us to let our community know that Special Olympics is indeed active in Kings County, she said. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Modesto school district's budget picture less grim Sep 25, 2009
The district's budget was one of five flagged this summer with conditional approval by the Stanislaus County Office of Education, which oversees the districts' finances and has authority to suggest budget-balancing solutions. The other districts designated with conditional approval were Sylvan Union, Keyes, Roberts Ferry and La Grange; Sylvan since has been removed. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Sylvan leaves county list of districts on budget watch Sep 25, 2009
County officials are satisfied with the financial health of the district, said Don Gatti, assistant superintendent of the Stanislaus County Office of Education. The office oversees the budgets of the county's 25 school districts. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Family Claims Teacher Shook Son Sep 24, 2009
But the Placer County Office of Education said Wednesday that an investigation "found no basis for the allegations of mistreatment by the teacher." ... Juceam plans to formally announce a civil lawsuit against the County Office of Education and some of its employees on Thursday. (KCRA 3, CA)
Chinese Americans fight for preservation of historic Riverside Chinatown site Sep 24, 2009
Last month, a Riverside County superior court judge made a ruling which is favorable to the "Save Our Chinatown Committee." According to the ruling, the judge found that the agreement for the Riverside County Office of Education to sell the old Chinatown site to developer Doug Jacobs violated state law and invalidated the sale. Committee members believed that the ruling invalidating the sale of the land opens the way to a possible settlement that will preserve the site. (Xinhuanet, China)
Local Event Promotes College For Foster Kids Sep 24, 2009
The event is sponsored by the Commission on Children, Youth and Families with support by Child Welfare Services; San Diego County Office of Education- Foster Youth Services; Cal-SOAP; Grossmont College-FAKCE; Casey Family Programs; the San Diego Juvenile Court; the University of San Diego Center for Community Service Learning; and United Parcel Service. Registration for the event begins at 8:30 a.m. Free parking is available in the Mission Parking structure. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
FUSD chief asks for second-in-command Sep 23, 2009
Larry Powell, superintendent of the Fresno County Office of Education, said he supports Quinto's promotion. He said the district needs to act because it risks losing the talented fiscal manager to other agencies. (Fresno Bee)
Preschool benefits Sep 20, 2009
Fresno County Office of Education. A few rules are needed to help foster a feeling of community. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Valley schools' progress tests a mixed bag Sep 17, 2009
Larry Powell, Superintendent of the Fresno County Office of Education, said the conflicting information is especially confusing for parents. The reporter can be reached at or (559) 441-6378. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Livermore hands over gym-dandy fitness prize Sep 17, 2009
The Stanislaus County Office of Education organized a countywide campaign called Fit for the Future to increase physical activity and combat childhood obesity. Schoolchildren and staff were urged to get at least 30 minutes of exercise three days a week for a month. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Modesto schools officials discuss budget process Sep 15, 2009
The district's 2009-10 budget received conditional approval from the Stanislaus County Office of Education. Chapin said that status was given based on earlier numbers and that updated f 00001B3D igures should help give a clearer picture of the district's financial solvency when officials talk with the county. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Working toward a new home Sep 15, 2009
The nonprofit equestrian club has been without a home arena since 2005 when it lost its former site in rural Arroyo Grande to the County Office of Education. But now the longtime Nipomo group is poised to open a new arena on Fowler Lane a long stone s throw from its old location if it can raise enough money and if the project moves through the county permit process as smoothly as hoped. (Santa Maria Times)
Cut Modesto-area school budgets from top down, parents say Sep 14, 2009
Modesto and Sylvan Union School District were among five districts given only "conditional approval" on their budgets by the Stanislaus County Office of Education. The designation is a D+ for the districts' fiscal p 000035A3 lans -- barely passing. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Grants offered to fight childhood obesity Sep 12, 2009
After our Feb. 21 Meet Greet, the Fresno County Office of Education (FCOE) decided to order bread and meat trays, fresh fruit and water or juice in substitute of the normal pizza, cookies and soda for its Student Leadership Program. I'd like to extend a big high-five to The Bee, CVHNC Partners and the FCOE because the obesity epidemic starts and stops with us; little changes make a big difference. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Five school districts on budget watch Sep 11, 2009
County office of education gives 'conditional approval ... Deficit spending that depletes savings, declining student enrollment and unresolved union negotiations are among the red flags to the Stanislaus County Office of Education, which is required to review the districts' budgets ... "Districts are going to have to cut expenses or increase their revenues," said Don Gatti, assistant superintendent of business services at the Stanislaus County Office of Education, who reviews finances for 25... (Modesto Bee, CA)
SCC Prepares For H1N1 Vaccination Arrival Sep 11, 2009
Currently, the county office of education is monitoring school children who are most susceptible to the virus. "Right now, we're working with the nurses and the district office staff to try and identify children that have flu like symptoms, not necessarily swine flu or H1N1,"said Joanne Allen, of the Santa Cruz Office of Education. (KSBW 8, CA)
Seven Fresno County school districts meet Sep 10, 2009
Larry Powell, superintendent of the Fresno County Office of Education, will provide opening remarks. The participating districts are American Union, Orange Center, Pacific Union, Washington Colony, Washington Union, West Fresno and West Park. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Sign-ups offered for educational tours of TC Fair Sep 10, 2009
The event, put on in part by the Tulare County Office of Education, was modeled after Paramount's Great America Physics Day. It's a great opportunity for us to be able to work with the Tulare County Office of Education to make the Tulare County Fair even more of a learning opportunity for students,' said Geoff Hinds, Chief Executive Officer of the Tulare County Fair ... The orientation will take place from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 27 at the Tulare County Office of Education Board Room,... (The Exeter Sun, CA)
Local agency prepares for the worst (86) Sep 8, 2009
The disaster response network includes all seven hospitals in the county, most of the 21 skilled nursing facilities and federally-funded clinics, and the Sonoma County Office of Education. Redwood Empire Schools' Insurance Group even acts as a disaster response coordinator. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
- EL CENTRO: SELPA to have meeting 0 Sep 2, 2009
The Special Education Local Plan Area of Imperial County will have an executive board meeting from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Sept. 9 at the SELPA office conference room at the Imperial County Office of Education, 1398 Sperber Road, Building D.. For more information call 312-6419. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Letter: Students' safety compromised Sep 1, 2009
Virginia School is a special educational program operated by the Yuba County Office of Education serving students 3 to 22 years of age from all school districts within Yuba County. It has been in its current location for 29 years, and now a high traffic road will be constructed to pass through the south end of the playground. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Community Calendar Aug 29, 2009
The United Way of Santa Cruz County in partnership with the Volunteers Center and the County Office of Education continues their school supplies donation drive for needy, low-income and homeless children in Santa Cruz County in support of the Write Start Backpack Project ... Donations can be dropped off through August 31st during regular business hours at the United Way of Santa Cruz County, 1220 41st Avenue, #C, Capitola, The County Office of Education, located at 400 Encinal Street, Santa Cruz... (KSBW 8, CA)
ARMEN D. BACON: There's nothing like being a twin Aug 29, 2009
Place an obit: (559) 441-6228. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
County error costs HUSD $1.2 million (5) Aug 27, 2009
Published: Wednesday, August 26, 2009 2:05 PM PDT An error in property tax revenue projections made by the Sonoma County Office of Education will result in the Healdsburg Unified School District receiving $1 ... Denise Calvert, assistant superintendent for business at the Sonoma County Office of Education (SCOE), said property taxes are a moving target and are therefore difficult to predict, however, she said the $1. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
Youth Mentoring evaluation results to be presented to board of education Aug 27, 2009
Results of the just-completed comprehensive evaluation of the Calaveras Youth Mentoring Program will be presented at the next Calaveras County Office of Education board meeting Monday, Aug. 31, at the Calaveras County Office of Education, 185 S. Main St., Angels Camp ... We want to congratulate the Calaveras County Office of Education and the entire community on the fantastic results in this evaluation, Bullock said. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Regional Roundup Aug 27, 2009
The San Joaquin County Office of Education is sponsoring the "School is Cool!" photo contest to showcase young and talented photographers in the 2010 SJCOE Annual Report ... Photo submissions are due Oct. 6 to the Public Information Office at San Joaquin County Office of Education, P.O. Box 213030, Stockton, 95213-9030 ... All photos will be displayed at San Joaquin County Office of Education, and the winners of the contest will be awarded prizes at a special event later in the year. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Lodi-area astronaut Jose Hernandez due to blast off tonight (987) Aug 25, 2009
Giblin reports that the San Joaquin County Office of Education will bring students from migrant families to the celebration, where students will show off their science projects. Source: University of the Pacific. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Robert Bobb hits streets to coax students back Aug 23, 2009
School officials now are scrambling to get charter approval from the Fresno County Office of Education instead. 000037CC. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Hispanic students in focus Aug 22, 2009
School officials now are scrambling to get charter approval from the Fresno County Office of Education instead ... The audience Friday at the UC Center on East Shaw Avenue included representatives of area community colleges, Fresno State, the University of California at Merced and the Fresno County Office of Education. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Even principals get first-day jitters Aug 21, 2009
At 32, she is the youngest administrator in San Luis Obispo County, and one of the youngest to have been honored as Teacher of the Year by the San Luis Obispo County Office of Education. She won the award in the 2006-2007 school year. (Santa Maria Times)
- Our Opinion: Fight flu with information 0 Aug 21, 2009
The Imperial County Public Health Department and county Office of Education are joining forces to encourage returning students to help prevent the spread of H1N1, the swine flu virus that led to a number of school closures this past spring ... The Imperial County Office of Education is gearing up for the arrival of the vaccine in October by scheduling clinics throughout the county. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Efforts under way to combat spread of swine flue virus in Imperial County Aug 20, 2009
JOSELITO VILLERO PHOTO Imperial County Office of Education school nurse Sylvia Luna emphasizes the importance of hand washing to control swine flu Wednesday in El Centro ... JOSELITO VILLERO PHOTO Imperial County Office of Education school nurse Sylvia Luna emphasizes the importance of hand washing to control swine flu Wednesday in El Centro ... We are working closely with the Imperial County Public Health Department, said Denise Smith, assistant superintendent of administrative services for the... (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
County students' scores rise Aug 20, 2009
"Just looking at the numbers we are pleased with the steady gains in student achievement throughout the county," said Alice Patterson, testing coordinator and curriculum administrator for the Kings County Office of Education. "We know that districts are working hard to stay focused on student achievement.". (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Student STARs: Westport scores high in state testing Aug 19, 2009
"The good news is that the county is outscoring the state average" in many categories, said Susan Rich, assistant superintendent of instructional support services at the Stanislaus County Office of Education ... 7 percent in math, according to numbers calculated by the county office of education. (Modesto Bee, CA)
El Centro high schools welcome students back Aug 18, 2009
At the Imperial County Office of Education, administration is preparing to take on the challenges of the coming year, Superintendent Anne Mallory said. Issues like the H1N1 influenza, test scores and the state budget are among the priorities, Mallory said. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Schools on toes to catch flu cases Aug 17, 2009
Walker met with the Stanislaus County Office of Education on Thursday to discuss how schools should respond. The focus is now on isolating students with flu symptoms, instead of closing campuses when cases emerge. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Sacramento County Seeks More Teachers Aug 14, 2009
-- The Sacramento County Office of Education said it's still in need of teachers. A job fair was held Thursday aimed at recruiting substitute teachers and Paraeducators. (KCRA 3, CA)
Stanislaus County records its second swine flu death Aug 12, 2009
Walker has a meeting Thursday with the Stanislaus County Office of Education to discuss guidelines for responding to outbreaks at schools. In contrast to when the first cases surfaced in the United States in April, leading health agencies no longer recommend school closures when cases are discovered. (Modesto Bee, CA)
New vocational training program for teens offered at Sonora ranch Aug 12, 2009
Students participating in the Workability I program with Kathie Danicourt and Shelly Kendall of the Tuolumne County Office of Education are matched with individual career-oriented goals through programs and services that help link school and work-based learning opportunities. Students working at the MDC will find that youth development and leadership skills will be focused on self-advocacy, self-determination, leadership opportunities, personal management, career development and work-readiness... (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Iowa group to renovate Frank Lloyd Wright hotel Aug 10, 2009
The Sky Room at the Fresno Downtown Holiday Inn reopened to banquets Tuesday, with the nearby Fresno County Office of Education holding the first breakfast meeting in the ninth-floor ballroom in six years. Today, the Fresno Advertising Federation will bring about 100 members to a lunch meeting. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Deal reached to end Madagascar political crisis Aug 9, 2009
The Fresno County Office of Education s Adult Transition Program would like to express our deepest regrets about the closing of the downtown landmark, YMCA. We can t thank the Y enough for all it s done for our program. Being a part of FCOE s Adult Transition Program, the Y has given our classes an exceptional opportunity to gain and practice necessary vocational skills. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
As Students Return, Schools Prepare For H1N1 Aug 8, 2009
The Sacramento County Office of Education is holding a forum on Aug. 24 for public, charter, private and religious schools in the county. The Health Department will bring the latest flu information and offer guidelines to schools. (KCRA 3, CA)
Board OKs sale of land for satellite college campus Aug 6, 2009
The County Office of Education board and superintendent are pleased to cooperate with Columbia College so that services for students in Calaveras County can increase in the future, Brophy said. This culminates a 10-year process when we first talked to the college about it. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Local Bus Driver Wins Road-eo Competition Aug 5, 2009
Brandy Acevedo, a 13-year employee with the Monterey County Office of Education, won the international competition that tested safe driving practices and skills ... Acevedo is the assistant supervisor of routing, training and fleet for the Monterey County Office of Education's 44-driver transportation department. (KSBW 8, CA)
Schools Prep for Swine Flu Closures Aug 5, 2009
"If you have to close the school, how do you continue learning? "We don't have any magical answers," Ball said. To help educators face the upcoming season, the government plans to release guidelines as early as Friday to help school districts manage potential closings. But while federal officials can give advice, they know decisions need to be made locally. "If we find that we're in a position where we need to close the schools, we'll have that discussion with our local board and our local... (ABC News)
