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Check out this FREE evening webinar series on Inclusion specific to early education programming offered through the California Department of Social Services in collaboration with WestEd.

calinclustion.org

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https://www.seedsofpartnership.org/webinarAndVideo.html

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The PCOE Deaf Education Program is excited to share our Fall 2026 Sign Language Classes - available at no cost via Zoom! ⭐

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The PCOE Deaf Education Program is excited to share our Fall 2026 Sign Language Classes - available at no cost via Zoom! ⭐

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Learn more and register for your desired class using the links below.

Beginner Class: https://bit.ly/4xvOCza

Intermediate Class: https://bit.ly/4xwWWyK

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Lunch is included. https://californiakindergartenassociation.org/early-literacy-institute/

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Online, over Zoom https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=49795

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✨ TIP TUESDAY: Build Your UDL Foundation! ✨

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✨ TIP TUESDAY: Build Your UDL Foundation! ✨

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Continuing Education: Qualifies for 6 hours of continuing professional development through CSU, Sacramento.

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Curriculum Toolkit for Transitional Kindergarten

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Curriculum Toolkit for Transitional Kindergarten

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In case you missed it, the Universal PreKindergarten (UPK) Curriculum Evaluation and Implementation Toolkit has been released on the California Educators Together web page. An accompanying webinar provides an overview of the toolkit on the CDE YouTube channel.

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High School Voter Education Weeks (September 14–25) 

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High School Voter Education Weeks (September 14–25) 

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We invite your district and school sites to take part in High School Voter Education Weeks, September 14–25. For further resources and opportunities, read more in the July 15, 2026, letter from the CDE and the California Secretary of State.

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Part 1: Exploring Comprehensive Providers of Personal Finance Curriculum and Professional Learning (August 25 at 3 p.m.)

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Part 1: Exploring Comprehensive Providers of Personal Finance Curriculum and Professional Learning (August 25 at 3 p.m.)

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Join the CDE for an informational webinar for educators planning for the new personal finance graduation requirement. School districts throughout California are gearing up to start offering personal finance courses that meet the Assembly Bill (AB) 2927 requirements at all high schools starting in 2027–28.

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Video Conferencing, Web Conferencing, Webinars, Screen Sharing

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Zoom is the leader in modern enterprise video communications, with an easy, reliable cloud platform for video and audio conferencing, chat, and webinars across mobile, desktop, and room systems. Zoom Rooms is the original software-based conference room solution used around the world in board, conference, huddle, and training rooms, as well as executive offices and classrooms. Founded in 2011, Zoom helps businesses and organizations bring their teams together in a frictionless environment to get more done. Zoom is a publicly traded company headquartered in San Jose, CA.

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Check Out New Book Titles with Recommended Literature List Update for Prekindergarten Through Grade Twelve

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Check Out New Book Titles with Recommended Literature List Update for Prekindergarten Through Grade Twelve

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. The goal of the Recommended Literature List is to have an annually refreshed list of the latest and best in children’s and young adult literature so that educators, families, and students can find new and exciting books to read that reflect the rich diversity of California.

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Introduction

Recommended Literature: Prekindergarten Through Grade Twelve (Recommended Literature List) is a searchable database of books for children and teens which helps students, teachers, and families find books that entertain, inform, and explore new ideas and experiences.

Each book has a description called an "annotation" that explains what the book is about. The annotation can help someone decide if the title is interesting and appropriate to read.

Literature used in a school is determined by the district. Each district should have a selection policy that explains the procedures it uses for selecting literature that reflects the school's education mission, program, and the ages and interests of its students. The selection policy should describe the process for reconsidering the use of a title. The Recommended Literature List is intended as a tool to assist districts as they select literature, but the list only recommends titles. Ultimately, it is the responsibility of the district to select literature according to the selection policies that are in place.

Many of the literature selections available within the Recommended Literature List contain material that can be considered provocative or controversial. By its very nature, literature can stimulate debate and disagreement about important issues. The Recommended Literature List is designed to give local educational agencies a range of materials to choose from to meet the needs of local teachers and students. In California, specific decisions about classroom instruction are made at the local level by teachers and local administrators, rather than in Sacramento. It should be understood that inclusion of a variety of diverse materials on the Recommended Literature List does not preclude local teachers and administrators from selecting those specific materials that best suit the needs and interests of their local students.

In 2014, Assembly Bill (AB) 484 eliminated the Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR) program of which the California Reading List (CRL) was a resource. The CRL identified leveled reading materials appropriate to a student's reading level using Lexile numbers provided on a student's STAR results report. Although it does not include Lexile numbers, the Recommended Literature: Prekindergarten Through Grade Twelve list is still available to aid students, teachers, parents, and other education stakeholders in discovering quality literature through a variety of criteria including, but not limited to, grade level, topic, genre, and culture.

Search the List

Recommended Literature List Search
Search the online database for books by grade level spans or other criteria. Some books may be out of print and not readily available through most sellers, but they may be available in libraries and through used bookstores.

Recommended Literature List Search Instructional Webinar
This webinar explains the purpose of the Recommended Literature: Prekindergarten Through Grade Twelve, and demonstrates search techniques in order to access quality literature quickly.

Recommended Literature List Title Suggestion Survey
This survey may be filled out to suggest to the Recommended Literature List Committee titles to be included in future updates of the Recommended Literature: Prekindergarten Through Grade Twelve.

Recommended Literature List Title Reconsideration Survey
This survey may be filled out to request that the Recommended Literature List Committee reconsider a title included within the Recommended Literature: Prekindergarten Through Grade Twelve.

List Resources

Recommended Literature List Resources
Information about the list including search categories, acknowledgements, awards, district selection policies, literary genres, classifications, connections to standards, cultural designations, frequently asked questions, and previously published literature lists.

Last Reviewed: Friday, December 18, 2020

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Next Generation Personal Finance Virtual Conference 

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Next Generation Personal Finance Virtual Conference 

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Sexual Health Educator Training Program Webinar (September 22 at 3:30 p.m.)

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Sexual Health Educator Training Program Webinar (September 22 at 3:30 p.m.)

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Hosted by the University of California, San Francisco, in collaboration with the CDE, the Sexual Health Educator (SHE) Training Program is a free educational and capacity-building opportunity for California educators working with youth in school, community, and clinical settings who desire to build their sexual health knowledge and education skills.

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The California STD/HIV Prevention Training Center is an integral part of a national network of training centers that offer dynamic continuing education courses. Courses are designed to enhance the STD/HIV knowledge and skills of medical, health, and community professionals.

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10th Annual Wellness Together Conference (September 9–11)

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10th Annual Wellness Together Conference (September 9–11)

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Across California, educators and school leaders continue to meet the evolving needs of students with dedication, compassion, and resilience. Educators are invited to attend the 10th annual Wellness Together Conference, hosted by Wellness Together in partnership with the CDE, at the San Diego Convention Center from September 9–11.

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Tenth Annual Wellness Together Conference - Letters (CA Dept of Education)

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Letter to County and District Superintendents, Charter School Administrators, and School Principals regarding the Tenth Annual Wellness Together Conference.

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Timely conversations about education leadership, featuring practitioners, researchers, and other experts.

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For site leaders, teacher leaders, and central office leaders implementing TK in California school districts.

Over 60 hours of interactive, equity-focused training on topics like instruction through play, socio-emotional development, and family engagement.

For in-person training opportunities, contact your Regional Academy.

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The 21CSLA UTK initiative comprises two projects:

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Free Webinar: Introduction to The NEW Whole Child Model

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Beyond America 250: Teaching The American Revolution This School Year

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Narrative Agency and Strengthening Student Voice in the Age of AI

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Founded to break the cycle of illiteracy for children who have experienced a generational lack of access to educational opportunity, the Rollins Center for Language & Literacy is dedicated to deep reading brain construction for every child through facilitation and coaching in regional schools and, on a global scale, through the free online Cox Campus.

Our History

The Rollins Center for Language & Literacy was founded in 2004, with the singular purpose of extending the science-based instruction received by each child at the Atlanta Speech School to every child in the region. Since 2014, through a generous grant from the James M. Cox Foundation, the Rollins Center has taken their work to global scale - making the science and its application available to educators and child-facing adults everywhere through the courses, resources and community of the free Cox Campus.

Since the very beginning, the Rollins Center has been dedicated to literacy and justice for all - regardless of zip code, race or ethnicity. Cox Campus was founded on these same principles of equity and ensuring no child is denied access to educational opportunity, and every child is literate. A means to an end, the ability to read deeply is a right that ultimately provides the full chance to lead a choice filled life and make the most difference in the lives of others.

Our Why

Our Mission

We cultivate expertise with educators, system leaders, families, and advocates across the sciences of healthy brain development, language, and literacy so that all children can think critically and act boldly to reshape the world.

The Science

Perinatal Training

Language nutrition is proven to make a significant difference in the lives of babies.

Birth-Age 5 Training

Teachers of children in the early years play a critical role. The 9 Essential Elements guide the construction of a language-rich ecosystem in early care and learning centers and networks.

K-3 Training

Achieve deep reading for every student in our district or school with a structured literacy professional development plan, featuring courses with top scholars.

The Stats

Members across the world

400K+

Courses completed

1.3M+

Course Completion Rate

92%

What People are Saying

Teacher
Early Care and Learning Atlanta, GA

The best take-away for me would have to be allowing the children to be their own teachers in a way. We give the students different strategies to implement and allow them to learn without always interfering. It allows them to build their own-self confidence and self-direction.

Join the Mission

The Rollins Center for Language & Literacy was founded in 2004, with the singular purpose of extending the science-based instruction received by each child at the Atlanta Speech School to every child in the region. Since 2014, through a generous grant from the James M. Cox Foundation, the Rollins Center has taken their work to global scale - making the science and its application available to educators and child-facing adults everywhere through the courses, resources and community of the free Cox Campus.

Since the very beginning, the Rollins Center has been dedicated to literacy and justice for all - regardless of zip code, race or ethnicity. Cox Campus was founded on these same principles of equity and ensuring no child is denied access to educational opportunity, and every child is literate. A means to an end, the ability to read deeply is a right that ultimately provides the full chance to lead a choice filled life and make the most difference in the lives of others.

The Rollins Center partners with leaders in the science of literacy and child development to influence and inform every course offered on Cox Campus, and to help realize Rollins' mission of educational equity.

Founded to break the cycle of illiteracy for children who have experienced a generational lack of access to educational opportunity, the Rollins Center for Language & Literacy is dedicated to deep reading brain construction for every child through facilitation and coaching in regional schools and, on a global scale, through the free online Cox Campus.

Ready to make a Bigger Impact

Join now and get instant access to the training, tools, and support you need to help every student become a confident reader.

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Founded to break the cycle of illiteracy for children who have experienced a generational lack of access to educational opportunity, the Rollins Center for

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The Greater Good Love Summit: A Day of Science, Stories, and Action

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Join leading experts at the Greater Good Love Summit to gain practical, science-based tools for building empathy and community connection.

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Reach out to the Elena the Math and STEM Consultant here at TCDE to get assistance registering your name for the 2027 National Math Competition! The club can be used as an elective or an afterschool club.

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Dive deep into Peter Liljedahl's framework in the BTC book study. The group will meet in person at TCDE and books will be provided.

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Build your digital skills with free online classes! August offerings include Digital Marketing & Social Media (beginning August 10) and Digital Navigation Skills - Advanced: AI Introduction (beginning August 11). These courses will help you gain confidence using essential digital tools while learning marketing and social media tactics to effectively promote your business. #DigitalLiteracy
#NorthStateTogether
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Teacher Induction Newsletter - June 2026

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Teacher Induction Newsletter - June 2026

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CTE Teacher Preparation Newsletter - June 2026

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CTE Teacher Preparation Newsletter - June 2026

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Dear County and District Superintendents and Charter School Administrators:

In accordance with California Education Code 49110.5, I am notifying you of the requirements for Workplace Readiness Week and welcoming you and your students to participate. Given that May is Labor History Month, this is an excellent way to prepare our students for this approaching month of observance of the importance and impact of labor rights.

Education Code 49110.5 was added to California statute by passage of Assembly Bill 800 (Ortega) in 2024, which marks the inaugural implementation of Workplace Readiness Week in California and requires distribution of the Labor Rights Information Sheet (Information Sheet) to every student who applies for a work permit. The chief goals of the new law are to prepare students to enter the workforce knowing their rights as young workers, enable minors to recognize when they are encountering illegal labor practices and unsafe working conditions and to self-advocate when necessary to protect themselves, create awareness of the power of unions to protect labor rights and the right to organize, and inform students of the benefits and opportunities provided by state-approved apprenticeships.

During Career Readiness Week, all public schools (including charter schools) shall provide information to pupils detailing their rights as workers as provided in a list of specific topics to be covered in the statute:

Local, state, and federal laws regarding each of the following issues:

1. Prohibitions against misclassification of employees as independent contractors

2. Child labor

3. Wage and hour protections

4. Worker safety

5. Workers' compensation

6. Unemployment insurance

7. Paid Sick Leave, Paid Family Leave, State Disability Insurance, and the California Family Rights Act

8. The right to organize a union in the workplace

9. Prohibitions against retaliation by employers when workers exercise these or any other rights guaranteed by law

The labor movement's role in winning the protections and benefits described in subparagraphs (1) to (9), inclusive of the first bulleted sentence.

An introduction to state-approved apprenticeship programs in California, how to access them, the variety of programs available, and how they can provide an alternative career path.

All students are encouraged to participate; however, students in eleventh and twelfth grades shall have the topics listed above integrated into their regular school program consistent with the History-Social Science Framework. Schools may also include activities focusing on the required topics that occur outside the regular school day. In addition, it is required that work permit issuers at schools present students applying for work permits with a physical Information Sheet that contains information about the topics listed above.

To assist schools with implementing Career Readiness Week and the distribution of the Information Sheet, the California Department of Education (CDE) has posted resources on its website that include standards-based curriculum for use during Workplace Readiness Week and a template for the Information Sheet that must be distributed whenever a minor applies for a work permit. Please find these resources on the CDE Work Permits for Students web page at https://www.cde.ca.gov/ci/ct/we/workpermitsforstudents.asp.

Questions about implementation of AB 800 or the resources available may be directed to Erle Hall, Education Programs Consultant, CDE Career Technical Education Leadership Office, at ehall@cde.ca.gov.

Thank you in advance for making Workplace Readiness Week meaningful and powerful for our students. And thank you for all you and your teams do to support the mission of public education in the Golden State.

Sincerely,

Tony Thurmond
State Superintendent of Public Instruction

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2026 Workplace Readiness Week - Letters (CA Dept of Education)

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Letter to County and District Superintendents and Charter School Administrators regarding Workplace Readiness Week.

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https://eventmobi.com/website/EPICCPLN

Learn best practices for effective language acquisition programs.

Learn strategies to improve outcomes for Long‑Term English Learners (LTELs) and strengthen academic language

Explore approaches for building strong literacy and language foundations by making language visible and tangible.

Gain insights into the TREACH model for supporting newcomer students.

Review guidelines that ensure meaningful parent participation through ELAC.

Hear from leading experts, including:
Olivia Amador-Valerio, EdD – Visible Learning
Tonya Ward Singer – Multilingual Excellence Every Day
Efraín Tovar, MAEd– TREACH
Christine Snyder, PhD – Academic expressive language
Victoria Weiss – Californians Together, MTSS for LTELs
Barbara Huebner – Parent engagement and the ELAC Toolkit

If you cannot attend live, registration will give you access to the recordings.

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SAVE THE DATE - DESIGNING UNITS TO DRIVE LEARNING

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SAVE THE DATE - DESIGNING UNITS TO DRIVE LEARNING

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SAVE THE DATE - DESIGNING UNITS TO DRIVE LEARNING

July 29–30
8:30 AM – 3:00 PM at TCDE, 1135 Lincoln Street, Red Bluff

Prepare for the upcoming 2026-27 School Year and leave with a full unit plan in this two-day workshop where participants will:

Unpack standards to identify essential learning

Create clear, student-friendly learning targets

Align assessments with daily instruction

Design effective common formative assessments

Analyze student evidence collaboratively

Plan timely supports, interventions, and enrichment opportunities

This work supports high-quality, best-first instruction grounded in standards and aligned curriculum. Through collaborative planning and data-informed decision-making, teams will strengthen coherence across classrooms and grade levels while responding effectively to individual student needs.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSde13MoWWB_A5sBEh5-k5NRWrYus7SE-5Mcw6HY52kVARXQGw/viewform

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Computer Science Models of Practice Summit

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Computer Science Models of Practice Summit

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Bring your team to this Computer Science Summit!

Discover how computer science can transform learning in your school! Join educators from across California at the Computer Science Models of Practice Summit to gain practical strategies, connect with peers, and bring innovative CS opportunities to your students.

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Teacher Induction Newsletter- April 2026

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Teacher Induction Newsletter- April 2026

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The Power of Clarity: Designing Units to Drive Learning

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The Power of Clarity: Designing Units to Drive Learning

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July 29–30
8:30 AM – 3:00 PM at TCDE, 1135 Lincoln Street, Red Bluff

When educators share a clear understanding of what students must learn and how they will demonstrate it, instruction becomes more focused, collaborative, and effective. Join us for a two-day learning experience where participants will:

Unpack standards to identify essential learning

Create clear, student-friendly learning targets

Align assessments with daily instruction

Design effective common formative assessments

Analyze student evidence collaboratively

Plan timely supports, interventions, and enrichment opportunities

This work supports high-quality, best-first instruction grounded in standards and aligned curriculum. Through collaborative planning and data-informed decision-making, teams will strengthen coherence across classrooms and grade levels while responding effectively to individual student needs.

Who should attend? Teachers, instructional coaches, site and district leaders, and collaborative teams. Ideal for teachers—whether individual “singletons,” grade-level teams, or content-area departments—who want dedicated, facilitated time with structured guidance on the steps needed to intentionally incorporate intervention and enrichment, and leave with a fully developed, standards-aligned unit plan complete with learning targets, aligned assessments, and a clear pacing guide to launch the school year strong.

More details and registration information coming soon!

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CTE Teacher Preparation Newsletter- April 2026 

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CTE Teacher Preparation Newsletter- April 2026 

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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Evidence Based Practices: Visual Supports (VS). After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

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Keys to Content Writing Grades 3-5 and 6-12 cohorts

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Keys to Content Writing Grades 3-5 and 6-12 cohorts

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CDE Literacy Informational Webinar Series

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CDE Literacy Informational Webinar Series

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California Department of Education Literacy Informational Webinar Series

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Teacher Induction Newsletter- January 2026

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Teacher Induction Newsletter- January 2026

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Spread the word: Bilingual Story Hour at the Corning Library!  

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Spread the word: Bilingual Story Hour at the Corning Library!  

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The first Monday of the month at 5pm !

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https://padlet.com/peytonrowlett/career-technical-education-and-udl-54f5p8fuijk4vn5d

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CTE Teacher Preparation Program Newsletter 2026

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CTE Teacher Preparation Program Newsletter 2026

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https://csforall.org/en-US/activities/hour-of-ai

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One moment. One world. Millions of futures to shape.

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Reimagining Education with AI - Recorded Webinars

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Reimagining Education with AI - Recorded Webinars

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Join in on four community of practice sessions for middle and high school teachers. These sessions will focus on the new California Math Framework as well as preparing students for Algebra.

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Math Community of Practice Upper  (2) (1)

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12 hours of Continuing Education: This course qualifies for 12 hours of continuing

professional development through California State University, Sacramento. To earn 1.2

CEUs, please contact Open Access.

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Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: UDL Immersion ~ Spring 2026 . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

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Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: UDL Immersion ~ Spring 2026 . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

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CTE Teacher Preparation Program Newsletter November 2025

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CTE Teacher Preparation Program Newsletter November 2025

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Teacher Induction Newsletter- November 2025

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Teacher Induction Newsletter- November 2025

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North Star for Rural Community Schools Regional Webinar Series

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North Star for Rural Community Schools Regional Webinar Series

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RTAC 25-26 Regional Webinar Series Flyer.pdf

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Media Literacy and Media Making for K-12 Educators

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Media Literacy and Media Making for K-12 Educators

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Gain the skills and confidence to successfully incorporate media literacy and media production into your teaching. Sign up for a free online course and explore our GenAI PD. Or try a live workshop.

https://teach.kqed.org/

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Teacher Events: Free Online Professional Development

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Teacher Events: Free Online Professional Development

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OER Project collaborates with historians, academics, and educators globally to deliver relevant and engaging information to teachers. Through live webinars, educators can connect and learn about exciting new content, effective classroom strategies and techniques, current social studies topics, and hear from individuals leading change in education. While OER Project team members occasionally present these sessions, we prioritize featuring others who are making significant contributions to support educators and education.

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Teacher Events: Free Online Professional Development

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OER Project collaborates with historians, academics, and educators globally to deliver relevant and engaging
information to teachers. Through live webinars, educators can connect and learn about exciting new content,
effective classroom strategies and techniques, current social studies topics, and hear from individuals
leading change in education. While OER Project team members occasionally present these sessions, we
prioritize featuring others who are making significant contributions to support educators and education.

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A CAST UDL Credential or Product Certification demonstrates your expertise in Universal Design for Learning and showcases your achievement with a digital badge. Provided by CAST, the creator of UDL, these certifications are competency-based, flexible, and personalized.

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A CAST credential or product certification demonstrates your expertise in Universal Design for Learning and showcases your achievement with a digital badge

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COURSE DESCRIPTION:

The OPTEL Instructional Leadership Institute will equip participants with the expertise needed to understand and use California’s Observation Protocol for Teachers of English Learners (OPTEL). The four-session series combines in-person and virtual formats and will cover the following OPTEL topics:

structure and equity focus

performance ratings

observation documentation

high-leverage instructional strategies

parent consultation approaches

Institute participants will acquire essential knowledge to formatively assess student language acquisition progress in expressive and receptive skills. This practice of using the OPTEL will inform participants of next steps for ELD classroom instruction and align their system to an equitable approach towards English Learner reclassification.

https://proflearn.scoe.net/Home/Event/969

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Classroom Management: Responding to Challenges with Clarity, Composure, and Consistency

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Classroom Management: Responding to Challenges with Clarity, Composure, and Consistency

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In this webinar you will: -Discover how self-control and teacher composure are essential tools in handling misbehavior respectfully and effectively, without escalating conflict -Learn how to respond to student challenges early and skillfully, using strategies that prevent disruption and keep learning on track -Explore how to teach rules and routines with the same intentionality as academic content, ensuring students understand expectations and develop independence -Implement a proven redirection strategy that fosters accountability, allows for self-correction, and maintains uninterrupted instruction Instructor: Rick Dahlgren Time To Teach Classroom Management Developer

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County Office of Education Environmental Literacy Community of Practice

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County Office of Education Environmental Literacy Community of Practice

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Launched in 2021-22, the CAELI COE Environmental Literacy Community of Practice provides a space for COE staff to connect with each other to share best practices and resources for advancing environmental literacy and sustainability in their county region.

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Equity-centered UTK leadership courses and certificate for new and future leaders

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Equity-centered UTK leadership courses and certificate for new and future leaders

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The 21CSLA UTK Leadership Certificate offers free, online, synchronous courses through UC Berkeley Extension. Candidates should be currently enrolled in a Preliminary or Clear ASC program, or hold a Certificate of Eligibility. Receive 4 units of credit along with a certificate upon completion of the two-course series. Apply now to join our fall and spring courses. To learn more, visit our website and sign up for our next info session on Wednesday, September 10.

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Mentoring Matters- Weekly Wisdom Audio Course

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Mentoring Matters- Weekly Wisdom Audio Course

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Equity-centered UTK training for site, teacher, and central office leaders

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Equity-centered UTK training for site, teacher, and central office leaders

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Offered in collaboration with the seven Regional Academies, the UTK Professional Learning Modules elevate equity-centered early learning leadership to support teacher leaders, site leaders, and central office leaders in implementing high-quality Universal Transitional Kindergarten across the state.

The 21CSLA Universal Transitional Kindergarten Initiative releases learning modules through a “Trainer-of-Trainers” model with a diverse cadre of certified UTK Regional Trainers. To date, over 55 active trainers are certified to meet the needs of local districts by leading powerful, equity-focused professional learning.

https://21cslacenter.berkeley.edu/utk-professional-learning-modules

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CTE Teacher Preparation Program Newsletter- August 2025

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CTE Teacher Preparation Program Newsletter- August 2025

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University of Massachusetts Global- Multiple Offerings

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Each event is designed to provide practical information and best practices to take back to your workplace.

Webinar and On-Campus Events

University of Massachusetts Global's School of Extended Education has teamed up with experts to bring you live webinars and
on-campus events focused on innovative ideas and practical solutions for working professionals in your industry.
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Wed, Apr 17, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT | Webinar

The most successful service organizations acknowledge that maintaining a consistently high-quality customer experience is crucial for cultivating long-term loyalty. In today's dynamic environment, meeting customer expectations is no longer enough. In this webinar, participants will learn why providing exceptional customer experiences leads to loyal customers and clients, ultimately boosting your organization's bottom line. Walk away with strategies for ensuring customer satisfaction, consistently delivering effective service, and creating extraordinary customer experiences.
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Tue, Jun 11, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT | Webinar

Strategic Thinking is an acquired skill that enables us to have engaging and thoughtful conversations that produce the critical input we need to make effective decisions. In this webinar, we'll explain the 12 key techniques of effective strategic thinking and why they are important to your organization. We'll identify the right questions and the steps needed to generate the best ideas.
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Thu, May 16, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT | Webinar

In an increasingly diverse workplace, conflicts are inevitable with varying backgrounds, personalities, and opinions among employees. Effective conflict management can foster innovation, diverse perspectives, and improved decision-making. Conversely, mishandling conflict can lead to financial losses, reduced productivity, and a toxic work environment. In this webinar, participants will learn practical strategies for identifying, managing and resolving conflict in both professional and personal spaces. Walk away with actionable steps you can implement immediately to move both yourself and your organization forward.
LEARN MORE Navigating the Decision-Making Maze: Strategies for Making Bold and Effective Choices
Thu, Jul 18, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT | Webinar

Decisions involve a complicated array of circumstances, especially when the resources required are great, and the information necessary is unknown. While effective decision-making can equate to increased productivity, teamwork and organizational success, ineffective decision-making can correlate with wasted time and money. In this webinar, participants will examine the factors to consider in effective decision-making. Explore the complexities and promises associated with making 'the bold decision,' including the importance of facts and statistics, and having the guts to take a calculated risk.
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Wed, Apr 10, 2024 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM PT | Webinar

504 plans provide accommodations and modifications to enable students with disabilities to have equal access to the facilities and curriculum in general education classrooms. However, 504 Plans are often underutilized in many school districts due to a lack of understanding of the 504 process. In this webinar, participants will learn the fundamental information about writing and implementing 504 plans for students with disabilities.
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California Professional Standard 5: Strategies for Unleashing the Power of Self-Reflective Practices in School Leadership

Tue, May 14, 2024 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM PT | Webinar

California Professional Standard 5: Ethics and Integrity provides education leaders the framework needed to model reflective practices and continuous growth. In this webinar, participants will learn how to model a personal code of ethics, developing their professional leadership capacity in their everyday work. Walk away with a deeper understanding of who you are as a leader and how to apply this knowledge to benefit the entire school community.
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Thu, Apr 18, 2024 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM PT | Webinar

Expand your cultural awareness by embracing diverse texts in classroom settings. In this webinar, participants will explore how culturally diverse texts act as mirrors and windows for Adolescent English Learners (AELs), reflecting their experiences and opening them up to new cultures. Discover how family engagement, including home libraries and interactive activities, enhances literacy outcomes and fosters strong family-school connections. Learn how to combine these approaches to motivate, enhance comprehension, and nurture a robust family-school connection for AELs.

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Put Down the Popsicle Sticks: Strategies for Increasing Equity in Literacy Instruction for English Learners

Wed, May 15, 2024 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM PT | Webinar

As the classroom becomes increasingly diverse, meeting the needs of a variety of learners is essential. In this webinar, participants will examine ways to shift from traditional to inclusive instructional methods that effectively engage every student. Walk away with strategies for implementing equitable literacy practices to foster inclusive learning experiences, particularly for English Learners.
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Tue, Apr 16, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT | Webinar

Managing your time effectively can directly reduce your stress levels and increase your productivity. In this webinar, participants will learn time management strategies and prioritization techniques in both professional and personal settings. Learn easy-to-implement ideas and concepts to change how, and even when, you work.
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Thu, Jun 13, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT | Webinar

As a behavioral health professional it is important to understand the current suicide research pertaining to preventative measures, understanding and identifying risk factors, and knowledge of evidence-based interventions and screening tools. In this webinar, participants will gain a broader understanding of the tools and interventions available to understand the care and best practices necessary for interacting individuals at risk of suicide.
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Earn 1 CE Credit from the BBS for each webinar at no cost.
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Wed, May 15, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT | Webinar

As the workplace grows increasingly more diverse, so does interacting with people who may not share your social or cultural identity. As behavioral health professionals, this also means having to discuss or describe cultures with which you do not identify and groups to which you do not belong. Doing so effectively requires not just cultural competence, but cultural humility in supervision of your team. In this webinar, participants will explore five strategies for practicing cultural humility. Learn how to navigate difficult conversations with cultural humility at the forefront.
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Thu, Aug 15, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT | Webinar

The complex interplay of what we choose to eat and why, and the influence this has on our mental and physical health is often presented as a simple equation of eat this, not that. Research into the gut microbiome, with consideration of socioeconomic status and existing nutrition knowledge, informs a more nuanced approach. In this webinar, participants will explore the intersection between food, mood, socioeconomic status, and nutrition knowledge. Learn strategies to help your clients find balance in a complicated foodscape so that they can support their optimal mental and physical health outcomes without guilt.
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Tue, May 7, 2024 | 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM PT

We invite you to learn more about our CTC-approved Autism Spectrum Disorders Added Authorization/Certificate program. This state-approved program authorizes the holder to conduct assessments, provide instruction, and special education-related services to individuals with a primary disability of autism.

During this information session, you will have an opportunity to speak with a faculty member, and you will discover:

-About University of Massachusetts Global
-Program details
-Students support services
-Who should enroll
-How long will it take to complete
-How much will it cost
-What are the admission requirements
-Pathway opportunity
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Tue, Jun 18, 2024 | 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM PT

To support the professional learning and leadership development of the beginning educational administrator, our program provides you the options of choosing your own coach or be paired with a well-trained and experienced induction coach. The induction coach supports the school administrator through individualized, on-going, job-embedded coaching that is directed by the identified needs and goals of the school administrator.

You are invited to attend an upcoming webinar to learn more about the program. Join us to explore:
-CTC requirements
-Candidate eligibility and admissions requirements
-How to choose the right Induction Coach
-Program features, tools, and demonstration of competency
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Wed, May 22, 2024 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM PT

The CTEL Authorization/CLAD Certificate is a four-course, fully online program addressing the belief that teaching English learners requires an understanding of first and second language acquisition theories in order to provide a successful education environment. This certificate is CTC-approved and upon completion, authorizes you to provide instruction to English learners (EL) in a California classroom.

In this info session you will discover:
-About University of Massachusetts Global
-Program details
-Students support services
-Who should enroll
-How long will it take to complete
-How much will it cost
-What are the admission requirements
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Thu, Jun 20, 2024 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM PT

Applied behavior analysis has been demonstrated as an effective intervention approach for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and a variety of related developmental, medical and behavioral disorders such as intellectual disabilities, dementia, addiction, and traumatic brain injury. UMass Global's Online Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is designed for teachers, healthcare professionals, and others who strive to help people achieve personal goals, reduce suffering, and improve quality of life. This program has been developed to meet the educational requirements to become a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA). Join us to explore:

You are invited to attend an upcoming webinar to learn more about the program. Join us to explore:
-Applied Behavior Analysis in the workplace
-Eligibility requirements for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) exam
-UMass Global's ABA program courses and admission requirements
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The Brandman* webinars are a great way to indulge in a topic for a small portion of your time, that ignite your thoughts and practice. Having these webinars offered for free and on topics that are current and needed, even for experienced teachers, is a testament that Brandman* is aware of the trends and topics revolving around the education profession. I appreciate having the opportunity to attend and then have access to slides and the presentation to share with my colleagues who could benefit.

Kari P.
First grade Teacher, Synchronous Teaching 101 Webinar

*Brandman University is now UMass Global

These seminars are testaments to the dedication of the never-ending learning experience and commitment by Brandman University*. Although I graduated two years ago, they are still teaching and enhancing my education.

Ellis C.
US Army, Operations Manager

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Two Free Trainings to Help Children & Youth Thrive

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Offered in partnership with Take Me Outside and our Outdoor Learning Partners.

Registration is FREE and there will be draw prizes for attendees!

All Virtual Workshops are 60 minutes and will take place at 4pm Pacific / 7pm Eastern

For those who can’t attend live these will each be recorded and all registrants will be emailed with the link to the recording the day following the workshop

In the workshop follow-up email, participants will receive a link to access a Certificate of Attendance

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Calling All Educators: Enrich Your Students’ Learning at Whiskeytown!

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Calling All Educators: Enrich Your Students’ Learning at Whiskeytown!

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Enhance your students’ education with a free visit to the ultimate classroom—Whiskeytown National Recreation Area! Interpretive park rangers offer a variety of engaging field trips, in-classroom programs, and virtual education experiences. We can even tailor a program to meet your specific curriculum and educational needs, providing a unique and immersive learning opportunity for your students. Let Whiskeytown inspire curiosity and learning! Browse program options below and schedule or ask about a program by emailing us at WHIS_Information@nps.gov or calling 530-242-3450.

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2025-26 UTK Module Schedule, hosted by 21CSLA Shasta Region

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2025-26 UTK Module Schedule, hosted by 21CSLA Shasta Region

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Join data documentarian Neil Halloran—creator of the interactive film The Fallen of World War II—and data‑literacy scholar Professor Tamara Shreiner, whose research explores how students reason with data, for a lively look at turning numbers into narrative. Walk away with classroom‑ready moves that help students interrogate evidence, spot patterns, and analyze visuals to uncover rich historical narratives.

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FREE daily resource for educators!

Practical ideas and activities that are perfect for the first five minutes of class time!

Arrives in your email inbox every morning at 7 AM EST.

18+ NEW activities and ideas each day that focus on classroom connections, self-care, care for others, and the development of character.

Ideas and resources for building dynamic and trusting relationships within classroom communities.

Users pick 1 of the 9 activities from either the Primary or Secondary First Five.

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Edtomorrow- Supporting Today’s Educators through Restorative Practices PD

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First Five Archive — Edtomorrow- Supporting Today’s Educators through Restorative Practices PD

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Looking for past editions of the First Five by Edtomorrow? Look no further! All of this year’s content in one place!

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Words of Wisdom and Practical Tools

Shared by teachers in classrooms like yours across the state. Learn from colleagues who have been in your shoes, as they share specific skills and strategies to improve engagement and learning in the classroom.

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Words of Wisdom and Practical Tools Shared by teachers in classrooms like yours across the state. Learn from colleagues who have been in your shoes, as they share specific skills and strategies to improve engagement and learning in the classroom. View All Videos https://vimeo.com/662752333 Latest Resources View All Videos

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Take Your Class on Free Virtual Field Trips From Amazon!

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Take Your Class on Free Virtual Field Trips From Amazon!

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There's no bus ride required to take your students on awesome field trips-we bring the tours to you! These interactive virtual field trips give your students insight into the careers of the future by hearing from real-life professionals about innovative technology. Your class will love the enthusiastic hosts, engaging videos, and kid-friendly topics!

Hosted on Kahoot!, these free Amazon virtual field trips pause between videos for students to answer trivia questions along the way and spark friendly competition. Plus, each tour comes with a Teacher Toolkit that includes a facilitation guide with student worksheets, certificates, and extension-learning opportunities. Tours are aligned with NGSS, CSTA, and ISTE standards, so they can tie right into your curriculum!

Plus, sign up to be notified when brand-new virtual field trips are released and you'll be entered to win a $250 Amazon gift card! 😍 Sign up here.

Learn more about the virtual field trips you can start exploring now:

1. Discover how music comes to life.

How do songs get from a recording studio to your favorite music app? There's science behind it all, including software, sound engineering, streaming, machine learning, and so much more. Dive into the Amazon Music: Careers Behind the Beats Tour to discover how computer science and amazing professionals come together to make music possible.

Key learnings: how songs are recorded, music streaming and licensing, engineers and professionals who make music come to life

Grade levels: Grades 4 and up

Length: 30 minutes

Take the tour: Amazon Music: Careers Behind the Beats

2. What is "the cloud" anyway?

How did we get from renting movies on VCR video or DVD to instantaneous streaming across multiple devices? Where is "the cloud"? In the AWS Data Center Tour 1: Uncovering Cloud Computing, learn the basics of computers and streaming using the cloud. Plus, tour an AWS data center to find out how they store movies, music, pictures, and so much more.

3. Learn where all of our data is stored and kept secure.

Discover the infrastructure that keeps your information protected while diving into data careers of the future during the AWS Data Center Tour 2: Keeping Data Safe and Sustainable. Phone out of storage space? The cloud is a secure place to upload your photos for safekeeping. Learn how data centers use cooling methods, backup systems, sensors, and more to keep your cloud data secure.

Take a peek into the data center tours:

4. How does Amazon deliver packages at lightning speed?

Take this behind-the-scenes Robotics Fulfillment Center Tour to see how computer science, engineering, and real people work together to make the magic of Amazon deliveries happen. During this interactive virtual field trip, students meet Amazon engineers who explain concepts like algorithms and machine learning.

Check out a preview of the robotics tour:

5. Discover innovative experiments taking place in space!

Take a peek at the experimental technology that flew aboard NASA's Orion spacecraft during the Callisto: Space Innovation Tour. Learn about the Artemis I mission and discover how special space technology experiments could change future space travel forever! Experiments on board include testing how a modern-day tablet can run flight software, making high-quality video communication possible in space, and more.

Get a preview of the space tour:

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Take Your Class on Free Virtual Field Trips From Amazon!

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Explore the cloud, learn about space technology, or find out how packages get delivered so quickly with free Amazon virtual field trips!

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Accelerating Student Learning: Navigating Toward True Co-Teaching Practices Padlet

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Accelerating Student Learning: Navigating Toward True Co-Teaching Practices Padlet

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Matt Miller taught in public schools for more than 10 years, teaching all levels of high school Spanish. In his career, he planned nearly 12,000 class lessons. He taught more than half a million instructional minutes. And he graded work for nearly 2,000 days of class.

His blog and book, both titled "Ditch That Textbook", have equipped and inspired tens of thousands of educators in more than 100 countries. He is a Google Certified Innovator (Austin '14), a Skype Master Teacher, a Bammy! Awards nominee, and winner of the WTHI-TV Golden Apple Award.

He lives in west central Indiana and says that he's living the dream -- happily married ... with three kids ... two dogs ... and a mortgage.

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Your guide to setting up, managing, and using Google Classroom.

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Teacher Induction Newsletter- April 2025

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The end of the school year gives us time to reflect on and refine our practices.
Here are my suggestions for what to leave behind in 2024-25 and what to embrace in the 2025-26 school year.

✅ Practices to Continue

Develop Relationships
Take time to be intentional about building relationships with students, families, and your community. When we cultivate strong connections, we gain valuable educational partners. Never let your first contact with someone be when there's a problem to solve.

Reflect and Celebrate Your Progress
You are doing amazing work, I promise. Keep a folder to collect all those positive notes, student drawings, and words of gratitude. It will remind you of your daily impact and offer perspective and encouragement on difficult days. Twenty-three years later, I still have mine.

Well-being and Resilience
When we prioritize our well-being as whole educators, we model resilience and self-regulation. Working from a regulated state positively impacts classroom culture, which can lead to higher student achievement and improved student well-being. An investment in your own well-being is truly an investment in your students.

❌ Practices to Leave Behind

Perfectionism
Education is messy work. You don't need every lesson to be flawless or every classroom detail perfect. Students don't need perfect teachers; they need teachers who model imperfection and continue to show up each day and do their best.

Comparing Yourself to Other Educators
Comparison is the thief of joy. No educator has all the answers. Instead, appreciate the gifts, talents, and strengths you bring to your classroom. Healthy self-reflection is always helpful, but unhealthy comparison can lead to burnout.

Working in Isolation
Don't go it alone! Seek out like-minded colleagues who can remind you of what's going well. Building a strong network of peers at various stages in their careers allows us to collaborate, gain perspective, and share in meaningful learning experiences.

Thank you for another year of service to our students, families, and community. You are appreciated!

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Tehama Teacher Induction Program by Teacher Induction Team

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CTE Teacher Preparation Program Newsletter- April 2025

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CTE Teacher Preparation Program Newsletter- April 2025

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The end of the school year gives us time to reflect on and refine our practices.
Here are my suggestions for what to leave behind in 2024-25 and what to embrace in the 2025-26 school year.

✅ Practices to Continue

Develop Relationships
Take time to be intentional about building relationships with students, families, and your community. When we cultivate strong connections, we gain valuable educational partners. Never let your first contact with someone be when there's a problem to solve.

Reflect and Celebrate Your Progress
You are doing amazing work, I promise. Keep a folder to collect all those positive notes, student drawings, and words of gratitude. It will remind you of your daily impact and offer perspective and encouragement on difficult days. Twenty-three years later, I still have mine.

Well-being and Resilience
When we prioritize our well-being as whole educators, we model resilience and self-regulation. Working from a regulated state positively impacts classroom culture, which can lead to higher student achievement and improved student well-being. An investment in your own well-being is truly an investment in your students.

❌ Practices to Leave Behind

Perfectionism
Education is messy work. You don't need every lesson to be flawless or every classroom detail perfect. Students don't need perfect teachers; they need teachers who model imperfection and continue to show up each day and do their best.

Comparing Yourself to Other Educators
Comparison is the thief of joy. No educator has all the answers. Instead, appreciate the gifts, talents, and strengths you bring to your classroom. Healthy self-reflection is always helpful, but unhealthy comparison can lead to burnout.

Working in Isolation
Don't go it alone! Seek out like-minded colleagues who can remind you of what's going well. Building a strong network of peers at various stages in their careers allows us to collaborate, gain perspective, and share in meaningful learning experiences.

Thank you for another year of service to our students, families, and community. You are appreciated!

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CTE Teacher Preparation Program Newsletter- Jan. 2025

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CTE Teacher Preparation Program Newsletter- Jan. 2025

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The Master Plan for Career Education will address the pain points that have made it challenging for Californians to learn-and get credit for- the skills they need for rewarding, living wage work.

This ambitious effort is focused on identifying possible solutions in four key areas:

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Teaching Smarter Newsletter- December 2024

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MyCareerTech is a free online education platform designed to help career-tech teachers deliver lessons, activities and other resources to students in their face-to-face or virtual learning environments.

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MyCareerTech is a free online education platform designed to help career-tech teachers deliver lessons, activities and other resources to students in their face-to-face or virtual learning environments.

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Free online career-tech curriculum for CTE teachers and their face-to-face or virtual classroom, including lesson plans, instructional videos, and student tests.

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MyCareerTech.com is a free career-tech online education platform designed to help CTE teachers deliver lessons to students in face-to-face or virtual learning environments. Each curriculum unit consists of an instructional video, lesson plan, student test and certificate of completion and is develop…

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If your elementary school is in California and you would like a FREE visit from the Mobile Dairy Classroom, please visit our online scheduler.

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Find out what to expect when the Mobile Dairy Classroom visits your whole school.

If your elementary school is in California and you would like a FREE visit from the Mobile Dairy Classroom, please visit our online scheduler.

If your school is located out of our regular travel zones, virtual assembly options are available for you.

The Mobile Dairy Classroom Assembly brings agriculture right to your school teaching students new vocabulary, the anatomy of a cow, how milk goes from the cow to the table, and the importance of healthy eating and physical activity.

There will be two 45-minute assemblies:

45 minutes for lower elementary grades, K-3, focusing on vocabulary, life cycles and anatomy concepts

45 minutes for upper elementary grades, 4-6, explaining the ruminant digestive system, lactation cycle, agriculture technology and milk processing with proper vocabulary

The cow stays in her classroom trailer for the whole assembly.

The assembly is an outdoor event and will take place in the morning, so make sure your students bring jackets if the weather is cool.

Chairs are not recommended.

This assembly is intended for whole school participation.

The assembly must be held in the morning and in an outdoor area that can accommodate a 35-foot truck and trailer combination. No electricity is needed.
Please note the Mobile Dairy Classroom assembly is only available in California.
If you have any questions, please contact [email protected] .

Thank you so much for the opportunity for our students to experience "a real cow" as they said! ... It was a wonderful experience for all!

Kelly Freitas, Santa Cruz

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FREE- When I Started Teaching-New Teacher Training

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FREE- When I Started Teaching-New Teacher Training

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Spend an hour with some of education's most influential thought leaders

Join us for a free hour of professional learning to discuss a range of critical issues and gain practical tools and evidence-based strategies.

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When I Started Teaching, I Wish I Had Known ...

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Resources in the areas of Special Education, Educator Self-Care and Wellness, Safe and Supportive Classrooms, Early Ed. and TK, and AB 800 Workplace Readiness Week.

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Teaching Smarter Newsletter- November 2024

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Teacher Induction Newsletter- October 2024

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Teacher Induction Newsletter- October 2024

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This page houses our favorite resources compiled by teachers just like you. It can be overwhelming to sift through all the resources out there, so you should know the resources listed below are verified by CTE teachers just like you!
Do you have a contribution to add? Great! Send it to Melanie

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Following UDL Immersion, teams will engage in site-based learning and exploration over two years. The content of this exploration aligns with the Learning Designed "UDL Core - Level 2" credential. This learning includes individually paced modules supported by practice and coaching in:

In addition, teams are introduced to and practice with two protocols designed to support and build an expert learning community focused on building a UDL framework across learning environments:

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CTE Teacher Preparation Program Newsletter- October 2024

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Career Trajectories and Occupational Transitions Dashboard

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The Career Trajectories and Occupational Transitions (CTOT) dashboard is an interactive tool that allows users to view data from four nationally representative longitudinal surveys and online career profiles that capture workers’ career trajectories and transitions as they occur in the labor market.

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Career trajectories refer to workers' economic advancement prospects in the ten years after starting a job, and occupational transitions refer to the job changes these workers make. The Career Trajectories and Occupational Transitions (CTOT) dashboard is an interactive tool that allows users to view data from four nationally representative longitudinal surveys and online career profiles that capture workers' career trajectories and transitions as they occur in the labor market. The dashboard focuses on "mid-level" occupations - those that typically require education or experience beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, but less than a four-year degree.

Together with other sources of labor market information, users can leverage CTOT dashboard data to develop programs and policies that are responsive to workers' real-world experience. Users can interact with the data to explore: (1) how workers in mid-level occupations move through specific jobs and occupational clusters, and (2) how they experience wage growth over time. Policymakers and practitioners can identify "launchpad" occupations associated with higher wage growth, look for clusters or occupational characteristics associated with wage growth, and understand where disparities exist and could be addressed.

Learn more about the Career Pathways Descriptive and Analytical Project.

Helpful Hints:

While navigating via keyboard, hit enter twice to activate the data table view of each chart area.

For optimal viewing, scroll to the bottom of the dashboard and click to enter "Full Screen".

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Career Trajectories and Occupational Transitions Dashboard

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Career trajectories refer to workers' economic advancement prospects in the ten years after starting a job, and occupational transitions refer to the job changes these workers make. The Career Trajectories and Occupational Transitions (CTOT) dashboard is an interactive tool that allows users to view data from four nationally representative longitudinal surveys and online career profiles that capture workers' career trajectories and transitions as they occur in the labor market.

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Teaching Smarter Newsletter- October 2024

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Teaching Smarter Newsletter- October 2024

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Welcome to the first edition of our newsletter! In each issue, we will dive into practical tips and tricks that will help you work smarter, not harder in the classroom. From must-know tech skills to time-saving strategies, we’ve got you covered with tools and ideas to streamline your teaching and enhance your students’ learning experience. Let’s make this school year your most efficient and effective one yet!

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Teaching Smarter Newsletter- October 2024

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GenCyber- Intro to Cybers Security Careers

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GenCyber- Intro to Cybers Security Careers

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Alexandra Rodriguez at Baltimore City Public Schools and 1 more

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CLARK is a digital library that hosts diverse cybersecurity learning objects. It was created because there is a demonstrated need for a high-quality and high-availability repository for curricular and ancillary resources in the cybersecurity education community. The curriculum in CLARK is free, resides in several collections, and undergoes stringent reviews.

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Beyond the Bottom Line: Ethics Across Business and Industry

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Ethics are a vital component of career success, regardless of job position, industry, or company size. This playlist delves into the field of business ethics…