Sacramento County Office of Education News Archive: 2020

Special Education Program Holds 12/17/20 Graduation
SCOE Students Earn Certificates of Completion
Posted December 17, 2020

SCOE Re-Opens Special Education Program in Galt
Students Undergoing Multiple Daily Health Checks
Posted December 14, 2020

SCOE Success: Re-Entry Programs Succeed Despite Challenges
Creative Methods Used to Serve Parolees and Probationers During COVID-19
Posted December 11, 2020

Families Receive Free Dinners for Thanksgiving 2020
Community Schools, Senior Extension Program Coordinate Effort
Posted November 24, 2020

Commission Calls for School-Based Mental Health Services
Children From Disadvantaged Communities Face Persistent Challenges
Posted November 18, 2020

2020–21 Bike and Pedestrian Safety Grant Awarded to SCOE
Program Encourages Safety Mindset for Soon-to-Be Teen Drivers
Posted November 12, 2020

Register Now for No-Cost 2021 Regional Leadership Academy
SCOE Leading Administrator Training For 14-County Regional Group
Posted November 9, 2020

Video Ceremony Celebrates Fall 2020 SCOE Graduates
Nearly 50 Community School Graduates Honored
Posted October 22, 2020

SCOE Teams With Sac Republic FC on P.E. Video Lessons
Partnership Provides Health and Wellness Resources to Keep Kids Active
Posted October 21, 2020

Home Visits Keep SCOE Students Engaged in Distance Learning
School Staff Delivering Materials for Projects, Resolving Technical Issues
Posted October 14, 2020

Sly Park Offering Online Science Classes to Schools
Weekly Lessons Taught by Credentialed Environmental Education Teachers
Posted October 7, 2020

Nursing Assistants Course Teaches English, Job Skills
USA Learns Website Helps Adults Studying for Careers in Healthcare
Posted October 6, 2020

2020–21 Academic Decathlon Art Competition Open for Entries
Overall Winner’s Art to Be Featured in Promotion of Countywide Event
Posted October 5, 2020

Campaign to Reduce COVID-19: Orange Tier by Halloween
Health Department Campaign Encourages Taking Proper Precautions
Posted October 2, 2020

SCOE Success: Personnel Dept. Creatively Meeting Challenges
Remote Work, Strict Safety Measures Help Keep Workforce Operating Smoothly
Posted September 30, 2020

Toolkit Addresses Barriers to Equity in Math Instruction
SCOE Collaboration Supports Black, Latinx, and Multilingual Math Students
Posted September 30, 2020

Friday Night Live/Club Live Kicks Off 2020–21 School Year
Advisors Trained, Encouraged to Involve All Students
Posted September 29, 2020

2020–21 Financial Aid Workshops Available for Families
Sacramento Cal-SOAP Consortium Coordinates Sessions for Local Schools
Posted September 28, 2020

SCOE Collaborates to Create Series of Virtual Field Trips
Videos Teach Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Concepts
Posted September 23, 2020

SCOE Success: Providing Online Education Resources
Technology Director Receives Award for Statewide Contributions
Posted September 21, 2020

SCOE Success: Personal Protective Equipment for Schools
SCOE Collaborating with Cal OES on Distribution of Safety Equipment
Posted September 18, 2020

New Grant to Improve USA Learns Site for English, Citizenship
Usage Up Substantially During COVID-19, More Visitors Using Mobile Devices
Posted September 17, 2020

SCOE School of Education Kicks Off 2020–21 School Year
More than 600 Have Graduated from SCOE Leadership Institute
Posted September 15, 2020

Construction Students Still Getting Hands-On Experience
NCCT Program to Become Available to More SCOE Students
Posted September 14, 2020

California Leaders to Celebrate U.S. Constitution Day
Superintendent Gordon to Join Dignitaries in Live Reading
Posted September 10, 2020

Video Details Rights of Students Experiencing Homelessness
Project TEACH Creates Helpful Resource for Families
Posted August 5, 2020

Sacramento County Teachers of the Year 2021 Announced
Elk Grove Unified and Twin Rivers Unified Teachers Advance to State
Posted July 31, 2020

Virtual Summer Camp Attracts Dozens of Students
Students Using STEM to Tell Their Stories of 2020
Posted July 27, 2020

School Should Resume in Fall with Distance Learning Model
School Superintendents and Health Officials Focus on Safety
Posted July 15, 2020

Board Elects New Officers for 2020–21 School Year
Trustees Ahola and Talamantes to Serve as President and Vice President
Posted July 15, 2020

SCOE Makes Two Appointments to Leadership Team
Kristin Wright and Channa Cook-Harvey Are New SCOE Executive Directors
Posted July 9, 2020

Hundreds of Students Earn Biliteracy Awards in 2020
SCOE Recognizes Students for Competency in World Languages
Posted June 29, 2020

Leadership Institute Honors Graduates for 2020
Administrative Credential Program Prepares Future Education Leaders
Posted June 29, 2020

Carissa Jones Selected as SCOE 2021 Teacher of the Year
Culinary Arts Instructor Works in Juvenile Court School Program
Posted June 25, 2020

Groundbreaking Initiative to Provide Mental Health Services
Partnership Helps Make Schools “Centers of Wellness”
Posted June 24, 2020

Summer Food Program to Help Students in Pollock Pines
Sly Park Collaborating with Partners to Extend Meal Distribution
Posted June 18, 2020

Sacramento Area Art Organizations’ Virtual Offerings
Summer 2020 Catalog Released
Posted June 15, 2020

New Initiative to Help Improve English Learner Education
SCOE to Participate in $5 Million “EL RISE!” Program
Posted June 12, 2020

Guidance Plan Released for Reopening Schools in 2020–21
Features Section on “What Families Can Expect When Schools Reopen”
Posted June 2, 2020

College Scholarships Awarded in Drive-Thru Ceremony
Recipients Also Get Laptops Donated by Intel and Microsoft
Posted May 28, 2020

Video Ceremonies Celebrate Spring 2020 SCOE Graduates
Families Invited to Gather Virtually to Honor Class of 2020
Posted May 26, 2020

“Cooking in the Classroom” Video Lessons Available
Series Focuses on Math and Science in the Kitchen
Posted May 20, 2020

Computer Donation Helps Facilitate Distance Learning
Sacramento Public Library Helps SCOE Special Education Students
Posted May 19, 2020

Local Students Shine in State History Competition
Two Local Student Projects Move Forward to National Contest
Posted May 14, 2020

County Superintendents Association Seeks Executive Director
CCSESA Advocates on Behalf of K–12 and Early Childhood Education
Posted May 12, 2020

Generous Computer Donation Benefits SCOE Students
Intel and Microsoft Donate 125 Surface Pro Laptops
Posted May 12, 2020

Culinary Students Continue to Learn
Meal Kits Provide At-Home Cooking Practice
Posted May 8, 2020

Podcast Launched for Educators and Mental Health Professionals
“Everyday SEL” Series Addresses Social and Emotional Learning
Posted April 27, 2020

County Celebrates First-Ever Friday Night Live Advocacy Day
SCOE FNL Creates 54 Virtual Chapters for Local Districts
Posted April 24, 2020

Video Tips for Parents Schooling at Home
SCOE-Produced Segments Part of Catalog of Enrichment Videos
Posted April 15, 2020

Sly Park Teachers Take Students on Virtual Outdoor Field Trips
SCOE-Produced Environmental Science Lessons Available
Posted April 13, 2020

2020 Public Schools Directory Now Available
Annual Directory Includes Extensive Information About Local Agencies
Posted April 6, 2020

New SCOE Website Launched Amid Pandemic Information Crush
Design, Structure Developed by Committees and Superintendent’s Cabinet
Posted April 3, 2020

County Districts to Close for Remainder of School Year
Distance Learning and School Meal Pickups Will Continue
Posted April 3, 2020

SCOE Releases Catalog of Enrichment Videos
SCOE-Produced Videos Are a Public Service for Families and Districts
Posted April 2, 2020

County Districts Extend Closures Due to Coronavirus
School Closures Extended Three Additional Weeks, Through May 1
Posted March 27, 2020

COVID-19: Manage Anxiety and Emotional Well-Being
Online Guide Has Links to Resources Vetted by Mental Health Experts
Posted March 24, 2020

Sacramento Student Wins State Poetry Recitation Contest
Eden Getahun Also Receives Honorable Mention for Her Original Poem
Posted March 20, 2020

County Districts Announce Closures Due to Coronavirus
Closures of Up to Three Weeks to Begin Monday, March 16
Posted March 13, 2020

2020 County Classified Employees of the Year Announced
Cari Wernicke to Represent SCOE in State Competition
Posted March 11, 2020

Sacramento County Students Compete at 2020 History Day
SCOE-Sponsored Event Draws Hundreds of Students and Teachers
Posted March 10, 2020

Symposium Helps Teachers Enhance Technology Use
OTAN Hosts Conference for Adult Education Programs
Posted March 9, 2020

Joint Announcement on Local School Closures
Information from SCOE and Sacramento County Public Health
Posted March 7, 2020

Del Campo H.S. Wins 2020 County Mock Trial Competition
Del Campo H.S. Wins 2020 County Mock Trial Competition
Posted March 3, 2020

Districts Coordinating With Public Health on Coronavirus
Education Leaders Working With Health Officials to Inform Public
Posted March 2, 2020

High School Graduation Held on 2/28/20 for SCOE Students
Community School Students Receive Diplomas
Posted February 28, 2020

Bella Vista H.S. Team Wins 2020 Moot Court Competition
High School Students Argue Fictional Case Before Local Judges
Posted February 28, 2020

New Assistant Superintendent Announced
Brent Malicote to Oversee SCOE Educational Services Division
Posted February 25, 2020

SCOE 2020 Classified Employee of the Year: Cari Wernicke
Transition Specialist to Represent SCOE in County Competition
Posted February 19, 2020

Sacramento County Crowns 2020 Poetry Out Loud Winner
C.K. McClatchy High School Student Wins Competition
Posted February 7, 2020

Leadership Series Launched for SCOE Classified Managers
Professional Learning to Focus on Technical and Interpersonal Skills
Posted February 5, 2020

Folsom H.S. Wins 2020 County Academic Decathlon
Medals Awarded to Local Students at 40th Annual Competition
Posted February 4, 2020