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  • Education Bulletin - September 2016
  • • New episode of 'Spotlight on the SCCOE'
    • County students exceed state averages
    • Foster youth create websites
    • Recent board activities
    • Civic engagement video contest kicks off
    • Website provides civic education resources
    • Series helps parents navigate public schools
    • Upcoming Events

  • Education Bulletin - July 2016
  • • Resolution supports anti-discrimination, gun safety reform
    • Event helps give all students the 'Right Start'
    • 'Why I Teach' PSA series wraps up
    • Upcoming events
    • Recent board activities
    • First-ever 'Together for Readiness' symposium a success
    • Ed Tech team targets up and coming leaders
    • Students visit Washington D.C.
    • New Chief Public Affairs Officer
    • SCCOE receives accreditation

  • Education Bulletin - June 2016
  • • 2016 Teachers of the Year announced
    • Hats off to the class of 2016
    • Communications staff receives awards
    • SCCOE presents at Getty conference
    • Recent board activities
    • "Spotlight on the SCCOE" highlights early learning
    • Teacher PSA series focuses on "Why I Teach"
    • STEM and Work Readiness Training program highlights cross-agency collaboration
    • Upcoming events

  • Education Bulletin - May 2016
  • • County Superintendent hosts new TV series
    • Strong Start delegation advocates for early learning
    • AED receives WASC accreditation
    • Long-term trends show incremental increase in county grad rates
    • STEAM Engine rolls into the SCCOE
    • Recent board activities
    • Event paints picture of student talent
    • Awards ceremony honors students
    • SCCOE launches Teacher PSA series
    • Upcoming events

  • Education Bulletin - April 2016
  • • County Superintendent joins celebration on Capitol Hill
    • Event focuses on engaging immigrant communities
    • SCCOE nominates Classified Employees of the Year
    • Recent board activities
    • First annual STEAM symposium a success
    • Superintendents Orientation upcoming
    • Upcoming events

  • Education Bulletin - March 2016
  • • Tiny house, big impact
    • Inaugural event focuses on parent engagement
    • New member sought for committee
    • Teacher Recruitment Fair a success
    • SCCOE receives national award
    • Board commemorates National Women's History Month
    • Recent board activities

  • Education Bulletin - February 2016
  • • "My Name, My Identity" campaign announced at CDE Global Education Summit
    • Register today for the third annual Heart and Soles 5K
    • Lawsuit impacts release of California student data; opt-out form available to parents
    • SCCOE leader shares innovative school practices in new book
    • Santa Clara County Board of Education recognizes inclusion leader Charmaine Warmenhoven
    • Students swarm SCCOE for Santa Clara County Spelling Bee
    • Jeff Schmidt named Region 8 ACSA CTE Administrator of the Year
    • Recent board activities

  • Education Bulletin - January 2016
  • • Superintendent Gundry delivers first annual State of the COE address
    • Register today for the third annual Heart and Soles 5K
    • Santa Clara County students named as finalists in Intel Science Talent Search
    • Register for Asian American & Pacific Islander Educators Meeting, Feb. 10
    • Recent board activities
    • 9th Annual Migrant Education Parent Conference showcases holistic approach to student
    • Future attorneys strut their stuff at the Mock Trial Invitational
    • SCCOE co-hosts student-teacher digital media conference
    • Global Education Summit coming to SCCOE

  • Education Bulletin - December 2015
  • • SCCOE welcomes new Chief Schools Officer
    • New federal act (ESSA) means more localized school governance
    • Song voted president of County Board of Education
    • Recent board activities

  • Education Bulletin - November 2015
  • • Ribbon cutting launches formal beginning of Opportunity Youth Academy
    • Chinese Star Contest winners celebrated at awards ceremony.
    • Educare honors SCCBOE, Superintendent Gundry for commitment to early learning
    • Recent board activities

  • Education Bulletin - October 2015
  • • SCCOE celebrates major win for early learning at Educare ribbon-cutting
    • Driving Dreams Tour comes to San Jose
    Events around the COE
    • SCCOE recognized by President Obama for its commitment to Educational Excellence for Hispanics
    • Staff ready to serve students impacted by new CAHSEE law
    • Recent board activities

  • Education Bulletin - July 2015
  • • SCCOE focuses resources on closing the achievement gap
    • Board actions in July
    • Leadership changes at SCCOE enhance coordination of services
    • 2015 Santa Clara County Teachers of the Year announced

  • Education Bulletin - June 2015
  • • SCCOE celebrates graduation season
    • Board actions in June
    • SCCOE honored with Telly Awards
    • Second annual Inclusion Collaborative Conference, Oct. 29 & 30

  • Education Bulletin - May 2015
  • • New Chief Technology Officer announced
    • Strong Start Santa Clara County unveils website
    • Analysis of graduation and dropout rates released for 2013-14
    • Hoffmann Awards videos showcase innovative programs
    • County Board of Education appoints new trustee
    • Board honors County Classified Employees of the Year
    • Board actions in May

  • Education Bulletin - April 2015
  • • New user-friendly charter schools webpage debuts
    • Equal Opportunity Schools program looks to close equity gaps
    • Parents and students invited to delve into new state standards
    • Educators focus on trends related to AAPI student population
    • Board actions in April

  • Education Bulletin - March 2015
  • • County Board accepting applications for vacant Area 3 seat
    • Register today for countywide Teacher Recruitment Fair
    • SCCOE honored at bilingual educators conference
    • Elizabeth Calhoon named ACSA State Technology Administrator of the Year
    • Walden West scholarship opportunities
    • WorkAbility Job Fair provides employment opportunities to students
    • Board actions in March

  • Education Bulletin - February 2015
  • • Educare partners take hardhat tour of new facility
    • February focuses on Career Technical Education
    • Rotary PlayGarden now open in San Jose
    • Live streaming of County Office board meetings now available
    • Science fair provides opportunities for STEM learning
    • Cultural exchange program comes to San Jose
    • Board actions in February

  • Education Bulletin - January 2015
  • • Alternative Education students celebrate successes
    • Multilingual Education Services team honored with NABE award
    • Assistance available for district salary requests
    • Heart & Soles 5K supports student health and nutrition
    • Media & Communications honored at CalSPRA Conference
    • Board actions in January

  • Education Bulletin - December 2014
  • • School districts honored at Wall of Honor unveiling
    • Districts celebrate Computer Science Education Week
    • Heart & Soles 5K supports student health and nutrition
    • Help make Educare at Silicon Valley a reality
    • Board actions in December

  • Education Bulletin - November 2014
  • • Opportunity for students to earn community service hours
    • Computer Science Education Week, Dec. 8 to 14
    • Board actions in November
    • Golden Bell Award bestowed upon two SCCOE programs
    • Awards given in San Jose-Silicon Valley 1st Chinese Star Contest

  • Education Bulletin - October 2014
  • • SV Reads focuses on "Homeland and Home"
    • SCCOE honors top teachers for 2014
    • Board actions in October
    • Celebrate Digital Citizenship Week
    • Inclusion Collaborative State Conference, Oct. 23 & 24

  • Education Bulletin - September 2014
  • • State Superintendent Forum, Sept. 27
    • SCCOE hosts first ever EdTech Innovation Symposium
    • High School Exit Exam results released
    • College Day encourages students to strive for opportunities in higher education
    • The Leader in Me book tour comes to Santa Clara County
    • Board actions in September

  • Education Bulletin - August 2014
  • • Educators learn how to incorporate Google Apps into the classroom
    • Chinese Star competition highlights importance of bilingual skills for students
    • Walden West recognized with community award
    • Board actions in August

  • Education Bulletin - July 2014
  • • SCCOE welcomes new Superintendent Jon Gundry
    • SCCOE staff present at national school communications conference
    • Grants available for new Science & Sustainability Center
    • Board actions in July

  • Education Bulletin - June 2014
  • • Sole finalist chosen for SCCOE superintendent position
    • Teachers delve into Common Core in summer sessions
    • SCCOE honored with Telly Awards
    • 18th Annual Young Artists Showcase
    • SCCOE presents EPIC new program for educators
    • Board actions in June

  • Education Bulletin - May 2014
  • • Educare San Jose groundbreaking, June 5
    • Board actions in May
    • Board celebrates contributions of Classified Employees
    • Newest special education school site opens

  • Education Bulletin - April 2014
  • • Head Start staff & partners celebrated by SCCBOE
    • 7th Annual Migrant Parent Conference, May 17
    • Board actions in April
    • SCCBOE to cosponsor Mayoral Forum on May 10
    • PlayGarden construction begins

  • Education Bulletin - March 2014
  • • Outstanding programs named Hoffmann Award winners
    • SCCOE provides LCAP assistance
    • Board actions in March
    • A Look at Learning Annual Showcase, April 29
    • March is National Arts Education Month

  • Education Bulletin - February 2014
  • • February is National Career Technical Education Month
    • County high schoolers compete for Mock Trial title
    • Board actions in February
    • Districts to meet with teachers at recruitment fair
    • Multilingual Education team highlights national conference
    • Reporting tool available for district salary requests

  • Education Bulletin - January 2014
  • • Supporting healthy food options in county schools
    • Early learning forum focuses on legislative proposals
    • Board actions in January
    • CDE seeks to honor exemplary classified employees
    • Submit student art for young artist competition

  • Education Bulletin - December 2013
  • • SCCOE champions bilingualism and biliteracy
    • Board actions in December
    • SJ/SV2020 speaker series, Dec. 16 & 17
    • Technology Services launching new data center

  • Education Bulletin - November 2013
  • • Title III Accountability Report results released
    • SCCOE launches STEAM initiative
    • Board actions in November
    • New General Counsel and Director of Media & Communications appointed
    • Inclusive Schools Week, Dec. 2-6
    • Parent guide to Common Core State Standards

  • Education Bulletin - October 2013
  • • Dr. Mary Ann Dewan named Chief Schools Officer
    • SCCOE programs awarded with the Golden Bell
    • Board actions in October
    • Silicon Valley Reads launches for 2014
    • PBIS Symposium, Nov. 18
    • Marion Cilker Conference for Arts in Education

  • Education Bulletin - September 2013
  • • Educare launches capital campaign
    • Board actions in September
    • Young artists honored at annual showcase
    • Eliminating the Achievement Gap symposium

  • Education Bulletin - August 2013
  • • Teachers bring Common Core into the classroom
    • Board actions in June & August
    • 2013 Santa Clara County Teachers of the Year & TI STEM Teaching Award winners
    • WASC accreditation for Alternative Education schools

  • Education Bulletin - June 2013
  • • Odyssey shows progress under Whole Child Grant
    • COE mentors share knowledge with students
    • Board actions in May
    • Latino/Latina Role Model Conference this October

  • Education Bulletin - May 2013
  • • Classified Employees of the Year
    • Hoffmann Awards winners
    • Board actions in April
    • Distinguished Schools announced

  • Education Bulletin - March 2013
  • • Willow Glen triumphs in Mock Trial competition
    • Hoffman Awards honors Inclusion Collaborative
    • Young Artists Showcase
    • 'Top Dads' Essay Contest
    • Board actions for March
    • Walden West wins grant from PG&E

  • Education Bulletin - February 2013
  • • Teacher Recruitment Fair
    • Alliance of Black Educators' Student Recognition
    • Adult Transition & Services Fair
    • Board actions for February
    • March events for SV Reads

  • Education Bulletin - January 2013
  • • Snell students enroll at Evergreen College
    • Silicon Valley Reads shines spotlight on issues of war
    • Library Materials Fair, Feb. 5
    • Board takes action on charters

  • Education Bulletin - December 2012
  • • Special Education student recognized
    • Migrant Ed program helps youth graduate
    • Board elects Mah, Chang as officers
    • Program cultivates civic leadership
    • Reelected board members sworn in
    • Tournament teaches students sportsmanship
  • Education Bulletin - November 2012
  • • Event showcases young artists' work
    • Voters reelect Mah, Song
    • Arts initiative earns state award
    • Green assumes county seat
    • Environmental educator receives honor
    • Board honors employee, holds public hearing
    • County Committee to seat two new members
  • Education Bulletin - October 2012
  • • Teachers shine at annual recognition event
    • APR results released
    • New board member appointed
    • Community reading project tackles war
    • Board honors employee, conducts public hearings
  • Education Bulletin - September 2012
  • • Event honors teachers
    • New COE school opens
    • Test results show progress, but more work needed
    • COE welcomes new leader
    • Board congratulates employee, honors National Hispanic Heritage Month
    • Video contest tackles voter awareness
    • Forum covers parent engagement
  • Education Bulletin - August 2012
  • • COE, TI announce STEM Teaching Award winners
    • Appointee sought to fill board vacancy
    • Students receive new backpacks, supplies
    • COE school joins 'Whole Child Network'
    • Board approves charter revisions
    • 'Camp' teaches library personnel new skills
    • Math teachers deepen skills, knowledge
  • Education Bulletin - July 2012
  • • COE welcomes new superintendent
    • COE names new leaders
    • Congrats 2012 Teachers of the Year
    • COE celebrates graduates
    • Board approves charter petition revision
    • English learners' grad rates improve
    • Teachers LEAP to administration
    • Breakfast event covers education budget cuts
    • Bernanke talks to educators
  • Education Bulletin - June 2012
  • • County students excel on state tests
    • News program covers the 'State of Education'
    • COE breaks ground on new special education facility
    • County schools recognized at regional event
    • Board praises employee, adopts budget
    • AVID grads earn scholarships
    • County surveys quality-of-life issues
    • Early learning efforts earn SJ national honor
  • Education Bulletin - May 2012
  • • COE, TI to honor STEM teachers
    • Candidates forum covers education funding, policy
    • ALL showcase draws crowd
    • Lofgren visits Head Start site
    • COE celebrates classified employees
    • Board praises employee, student
    • SCCSBA honors district programs
  • Education Bulletin - April 2012
  • • New center augments COE environmental education program
    • News program details Walden West
    • Student honored for accomplishments
    • Volunteers of the Year recognized
    • 31 county schools named 'distinguished'
  • Education Bulletin - March 2012
  • • Prospect High School wins Mock Trial event
    • State group honors Dr. Weis, COE staffers
    • Preschool honored by San Jose
    • Board honors employee, approves contract
    • COE students hone public speaking skills
    • Young scientists advance in competition
    • COE joins voter outreach campaign
  • Education Bulletin - February 2012
  • • De La Torre named new County Superintendent
    • SJ2020 report shows mixed results
    • News program highlights Gilroy's success
    • Board honors employee, OKs purchase orders
    • Recruitment fair connects teachers, districts
    • Volunteer readers needed
  • Education Bulletin - January 2012
  • • Awards honor schools' progress in closing the achievement gap
    • Program gives community school students college experience
    • Board honors employee, hears charter school reports
    • Forum covers school district consolidation
    • Community reading project begins this month
  • Education Bulletin - December 2011
  • • 'Head of the Class' discusses arts education
    • Summit addresses performance assessment
    • Board elects officers, approves charter petitions
    • Students show mixed results on fitness test
    • County Committee election results, vacancy
  • Education Bulletin - November 2011
  • • Young artists showcased at event
    • COE system wins state award
    • Board approves charter petitions
    • COE Special Education student recognized
    • Event highlights mobile tech
  • Education Bulletin - October 2011
  • • Teachers shine at 42nd annual event
    • 'Head of the Class' profiles COE Teacher of the Year
    • Summit addresses digital citizenship
    • Board renews charter, OKs charter approval guidelines
    • Community reading project focuses on Islam
  • Education Bulletin - September 2011
  • • Gala event to honor Teachers of the Year
    • County students excel statewide
    • September celebrates Hispanic heritage
    • Board recognizes employee, teachers
    • Regional event aims to spur youth interest in college
    • Health fair topics include bullying prevention, new legislation
  • Education Bulletin - August 2011
  • • Data shows academic gains, college readiness
    • Mourtos named Chief Academic Officer
    • 'Head of the Class' spotlights 'A Look at Learning'
    • Algebra program pays off in CST results
    • Board approves budget revisions, grant application
    • Nominate an outstanding teacher
  • Education Bulletin - July 2011
  • • Students support Japanese school for the deaf
    • Aceves named Chief Schools Officer
    • Survey shows increased COE customer service
    • Renowned early learning model headed to area
    • Board hears budget update, accepts donation
    • Porter named to state charter schools panel
    • Eleven districts see new superintendents
  • Education Bulletin - June 2011
  • • SJ2020 report reveals growth, challenges
    • What do you think?
    • Inclusion Collaborative partners celebrated
    • 'Head of the Class' features Inclusion partner
    • Board honors employee, OKs charter contracts
    • Young county scientists excel at science fair
  • Education Bulletin - May 2011
  • • Arson-destroyed Special Ed facility re-opens
    • Head Start celebrates successful review
    • Leaders discuss state budget effects on education
    • Donations send incarcerated students to science camp
    • Board honors employees, accepts grant
    • Volunteer of the Year assists alternative schools
    • District recognized for English Learners commitment
  • Education Bulletin - April 2011
  • • Districts honored for exceptional programs
    • Students in Special Ed cultivate skills at new garden
    • 'Head of the Class' spotlights SJ2020
    • Board honors employee, student
    • Whooping cough immunization now required
    • New scholarship launched for county students
  • Education Bulletin - March 2011
  • • Prospect wins Mock Trial
    • COE administrators honored
    • Student writers gather
    • March Board actions
    • Young scientists advance
    • SARC solution aids districts
  • Education Bulletin - February 2011
  • • Districts, teachers meet at annual job fair
    • 'Head of the Class' focuses on career prep
    • SCCOE recommends 'person-first' terminology
    • Board honors employee, hears SJ2020 update
    • 'Fog' rolls in over Silicon Valley readers
    • Conference teaches online safety techniques
  • Education Bulletin - January 2011
  • • SCCOE students build bikes for charity
    • Student finds passion, talent in ROP class
    • ELL program receives national review
    • Board recognizes employee, student
    • Tennis tourney teaches sportsmanship
    • Film explores 'achievement culture'
  • Education Bulletin - December 2010
  • • Early Learning Master Plan launched
    • Online COE news video program debuts
    • Young artists shine at annual showcase
    • Board elects Di Salvo, Chang as officers
    • New board members take seats
    • COE recognized for 'Seal of Biliteracy'
  • Education Bulletin - November 2010
  • • COE opens Special Education facility
    • COE student honored
    • Board honors employee, approves purchase order
    • Summit addresses student online safety
    • Voters choose Mann, Chang, Hover-Smoot
  • Education Bulletin - October 2010
  • • SCCOE attendance officer gets personal
    • Conference focuses on Career Tech
    • Algebra Forum comes to SCCOE
    • Board endorses ballot measures, honors employee
    • Students mock the vote
    • SJ2020 nears first anniversary
  • Education Bulletin - September 2010
  • � Roundtable to focus on charter-district collaboration
    � County students score 'hat trick' on test scores
    � SCCOE hires new Chief Business Officer
    � SCCOE selects county nominee to state Teachers of the Year program
    � Board honors employees, revokes charter
    � Arts abound in Alum Rock schools
  • Education Bulletin - August 2010
  • • Students return from Japanese cultural exchange
    • Tech Branch changes bring efficiency, flexibility
    • Community input sought on SJ2020 initiative
    • Math enrichment program empowers teachers
    • Board accepts donations for student wellness program
    • New leadership at local school districts
  • Education Bulletin - July 2010
  • • The road to graduation for one COE Alternative Education student
    • Board approves charter operation contracts and new computers
    • COE launches Facebook, Twitter presence
    • Help San Jose school recover from fire
    • County schools excel in fitness contest
    • Local principal earns top honors
  • Education Bulletin - June 2010
  • • Ceremony celebrates college-bound AVID grads
    • Board OKs site improvements, server upgrades
    • SCCOE staff appointments
    • Ghysels to join SCCOE leadership
    • County schools exceed state API target
    • Health, fitness pays off for SCCOE
  • Education Bulletin - May 2010
  • • Reconstruction starts at special education site
    • Board honors employees, hires consultant
    • Local staffer earns state award
    • Experts discuss charter best practices
    • SCCOE state preschool teacher honored by city
    • SCCSBA honors local school programs
    • SCCOE employee moves to head of class
    • Kiwanis Special Games enters 32nd year
  • Education Bulletin - April 2010
  • • SCCOE gets new Web look, service
    • Board approves charter, school reconstruction work
    • Horace Mann, San Jose Unified earn distinct honor
    • County students compete in 'History Day'
    • SCCOE team attends conference
    • Local school district has new leader
  • Education Bulletin - March 2010
  • • Recruitment fair connects teachers, districts
    • Board renews charters, changes school names
    • Fair to host Silicon Valley student scientists
    • Mock Trial state finals to be held in San Jose
    • Celebrate the arts this month
    • SCCOE staffer joins broadcasting panel
  • Education Bulletin - February 2010
  • • Charter summit outlines challenge
    • Board approves charter petition, honors employees
    • Students excel in state fitness tests
    • Board observes African American History month
    • Student soars to Eagle Scout
    • Wan receives CABE honor
  • Education Bulletin - January 2010
  • • Charter School Summit
    • Board elects Song, Mah as officers
    • Silicon Valley Reads kicks off
    • Christmas in the Park: An up-close look
    • CyberSummit: Managing digital reputations
    • "Inclusive Story Times"
  • Education Bulletin - December 2009
  • • Charter School Summit
    • Staff serenades Employee of the Month
    • Event honors Young Artists
    • Preparing for 21st Century work force
  • Education Bulletin - November 2009
  • • SJ2020: Closing the Achievement Gap
    • County Board of Education
    • Staying Ahead of H1N1
    • Teacher Recognition
    • Walden West Outdoor School
    • Gilroy Workforce
    • Anne Darling School Opens
  • Education Bulletin - September 2012
  • • Event honors teachers
    • New COE school opens
    • Test results show progress, but more work needed
    • COE welcomes new leader
    • Board congratulates employee, honors National Hispanic Heritage Month
    • Video contest tackles voter awareness
    • Forum covers parent engagement
  • Education Bulletin - August 2012
  • • COE, TI announce STEM Teaching Award winners
    • Appointee sought to fill board vacancy
    • Students receive new backpacks, supplies
    • COE school joins 'Whole Child Network'
    • Board approves charter revisions
    • 'Camp' teaches library personnel new skills
    • Math teachers deepen skills, knowledge
  • Education Bulletin - July 2012
  • • COE welcomes new superintendent
    • COE names new leaders
    • Congrats 2012 Teachers of the Year
    • COE celebrates graduates
    • Board approves charter petition revision
    • English learners' grad rates improve
    • Teachers LEAP to administration
    • Breakfast event covers education budget cuts
    • Bernanke talks to educators
  • Education Bulletin - June 2012
  • • County students excel on state tests
    • News program covers the 'State of Education'
    • COE breaks ground on new special education facility
    • County schools recognized at regional event
    • Board praises employee, adopts budget
    • AVID grads earn scholarships
    • County surveys quality-of-life issues
    • Early learning efforts earn SJ national honor
  • Education Bulletin - May 2012
  • • COE, TI to honor STEM teachers
    • Candidates forum covers education funding, policy
    • ALL showcase draws crowd
    • Lofgren visits Head Start site
    • COE celebrates classified employees
    • Board praises employee, student
    • SCCSBA honors district programs
  • Education Bulletin - April 2012
  • • New center augments COE environmental education program
    • News program details Walden West
    • Student honored for accomplishments
    • Volunteers of the Year recognized
    • 31 county schools named 'distinguished'
  • Education Bulletin - March 2012
  • • Prospect High School wins Mock Trial event
    • State group honors Dr. Weis, COE staffers
    • Preschool honored by San Jose
    • Board honors employee, approves contract
    • COE students hone public speaking skills
    • Young scientists advance in competition
    • COE joins voter outreach campaign
  • Education Bulletin - February 2012
  • • De La Torre named new County Superintendent
    • SJ2020 report shows mixed results
    • News program highlights Gilroy's success
    • Board honors employee, OKs purchase orders
    • Recruitment fair connects teachers, districts
    • Volunteer readers needed
  • Education Bulletin - January 2012
  • • Awards honor schools' progress in closing the achievement gap
    • Program gives community school students college experience
    • Board honors employee, hears charter school reports
    • Forum covers school district consolidation
    • Community reading project begins this month
  • Education Bulletin - December 2011
  • • 'Head of the Class' discusses arts education
    • Summit addresses performance assessment
    • Board elects officers, approves charter petitions
    • Students show mixed results on fitness test
    • County Committee election results, vacancy
  • Education Bulletin - November 2011
  • • Young artists showcased at event
    • COE system wins state award
    • Board approves charter petitions
    • COE Special Education student recognized
    • Event highlights mobile tech
  • Education Bulletin - October 2011
  • • Teachers shine at 42nd annual event
    • 'Head of the Class' profiles COE Teacher of the Year
    • Summit addresses digital citizenship
    • Board renews charter, OKs charter approval guidelines
    • Community reading project focuses on Islam
  • Education Bulletin - September 2011
  • • Gala event to honor Teachers of the Year
    • County students excel statewide
    • September celebrates Hispanic heritage
    • Board recognizes employee, teachers
    • Regional event aims to spur youth interest in college
    • Health fair topics include bullying prevention, new legislation
  • Education Bulletin - August 2011
  • • Data shows academic gains, college readiness
    • Mourtos named Chief Academic Officer
    • 'Head of the Class' spotlights 'A Look at Learning'
    • Algebra program pays off in CST results
    • Board approves budget revisions, grant application
    • Nominate an outstanding teacher
  • Education Bulletin - July 2011
  • • Students support Japanese school for the deaf
    • Aceves named Chief Schools Officer
    • Survey shows increased COE customer service
    • Renowned early learning model headed to area
    • Board hears budget update, accepts donation
    • Porter named to state charter schools panel
    • Eleven districts see new superintendents
  • Education Bulletin - June 2011
  • • SJ2020 report reveals growth, challenges
    • What do you think?
    • Inclusion Collaborative partners celebrated
    • 'Head of the Class' features Inclusion partner
    • Board honors employee, OKs charter contracts
    • Young county scientists excel at science fair
  • Education Bulletin - May 2011
  • • Arson-destroyed Special Ed facility re-opens
    • Head Start celebrates successful review
    • Leaders discuss state budget effects on education
    • Donations send incarcerated students to science camp
    • Board honors employees, accepts grant
    • Volunteer of the Year assists alternative schools
    • District recognized for English Learners commitment
  • Education Bulletin - April 2011
  • • Districts honored for exceptional programs
    • Students in Special Ed cultivate skills at new garden
    • 'Head of the Class' spotlights SJ2020
    • Board honors employee, student
    • Whooping cough immunization now required
    • New scholarship launched for county students
  • Education Bulletin - March 2011
  • • Prospect wins Mock Trial
    • COE administrators honored
    • Student writers gather
    • March Board actions
    • Young scientists advance
    • SARC solution aids districts
  • Education Bulletin - February 2011
  • • Districts, teachers meet at annual job fair
    • 'Head of the Class' focuses on career prep
    • SCCOE recommends 'person-first' terminology
    • Board honors employee, hears SJ2020 update
    • 'Fog' rolls in over Silicon Valley readers
    • Conference teaches online safety techniques
  • Education Bulletin - January 2011
  • • SCCOE students build bikes for charity
    • Student finds passion, talent in ROP class
    • ELL program receives national review
    • Board recognizes employee, student
    • Tennis tourney teaches sportsmanship
    • Film explores 'achievement culture'
  • Education Bulletin - December 2010
  • • Early Learning Master Plan launched
    • Online COE news video program debuts
    • Young artists shine at annual showcase
    • Board elects Di Salvo, Chang as officers
    • New board members take seats
    • COE recognized for 'Seal of Biliteracy'
  • Education Bulletin - November 2010
  • • COE opens Special Education facility
    • COE student honored
    • Board honors employee, approves purchase order
    • Summit addresses student online safety
    • Voters choose Mann, Chang, Hover-Smoot
  • Education Bulletin - October 2010
  • • SCCOE attendance officer gets personal
    • Conference focuses on Career Tech
    • Algebra Forum comes to SCCOE
    • Board endorses ballot measures, honors employee
    • Students mock the vote
    • SJ2020 nears first anniversary
  • Education Bulletin - September 2010
  • � Roundtable to focus on charter-district collaboration
    � County students score 'hat trick' on test scores
    � SCCOE hires new Chief Business Officer
    � SCCOE selects county nominee to state Teachers of the Year program
    � Board honors employees, revokes charter
    � Arts abound in Alum Rock schools
  • Education Bulletin - August 2010
  • • Students return from Japanese cultural exchange
    • Tech Branch changes bring efficiency, flexibility
    • Community input sought on SJ2020 initiative
    • Math enrichment program empowers teachers
    • Board accepts donations for student wellness program
    • New leadership at local school districts
  • Education Bulletin - July 2010
  • • The road to graduation for one COE Alternative Education student
    • Board approves charter operation contracts and new computers
    • COE launches Facebook, Twitter presence
    • Help San Jose school recover from fire
    • County schools excel in fitness contest
    • Local principal earns top honors
  • Education Bulletin - June 2010
  • • Ceremony celebrates college-bound AVID grads
    • Board OKs site improvements, server upgrades
    • SCCOE staff appointments
    • Ghysels to join SCCOE leadership
    • County schools exceed state API target
    • Health, fitness pays off for SCCOE
  • Education Bulletin - May 2010
  • • Reconstruction starts at special education site
    • Board honors employees, hires consultant
    • Local staffer earns state award
    • Experts discuss charter best practices
    • SCCOE state preschool teacher honored by city
    • SCCSBA honors local school programs
    • SCCOE employee moves to head of class
    • Kiwanis Special Games enters 32nd year
  • Education Bulletin - April 2010
  • • SCCOE gets new Web look, service
    • Board approves charter, school reconstruction work
    • Horace Mann, San Jose Unified earn distinct honor
    • County students compete in 'History Day'
    • SCCOE team attends conference
    • Local school district has new leader
  • Education Bulletin - March 2010
  • • Recruitment fair connects teachers, districts
    • Board renews charters, changes school names
    • Fair to host Silicon Valley student scientists
    • Mock Trial state finals to be held in San Jose
    • Celebrate the arts this month
    • SCCOE staffer joins broadcasting panel
  • Education Bulletin - February 2010
  • • Charter summit outlines challenge
    • Board approves charter petition, honors employees
    • Students excel in state fitness tests
    • Board observes African American History month
    • Student soars to Eagle Scout
    • Wan receives CABE honor
  • Education Bulletin - January 2010
  • • Charter School Summit
    • Board elects Song, Mah as officers
    • Silicon Valley Reads kicks off
    • Christmas in the Park: An up-close look
    • CyberSummit: Managing digital reputations
    • "Inclusive Story Times"
  • Education Bulletin - December 2009
  • • Charter School Summit
    • Staff serenades Employee of the Month
    • Event honors Young Artists
    • Preparing for 21st Century work force
  • Education Bulletin - November 2009
  • • SJ2020: Closing the Achievement Gap
    • County Board of Education
    • Staying Ahead of H1N1
    • Teacher Recognition
    • Walden West Outdoor School
    • Gilroy Workforce
    • Anne Darling School Opens
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