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Please remember that all incoming 7th-12th grade students must meet the new immunization requirements to enter the new 2011 school year.
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Clinics in Alameda County
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Current Job openings at ACOE
Coordinator, Curriculum-Project EAT,
Salary Range $93-106K, Applic. deadline 6/20
Juvenile Court School System Teacher,
Salary Range $53-99K
Applic. deadline 6/15
Teacher, Project EAT,
Salary Range $53-99K, Applic. deadline 6/15
Teacher, Speech Pathologist,
Salary Range $53-99K, Applic. deadline 9/1
To learn more about these job postings, please click here.
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The Alameda County Office of Education is proud to announce this year's winners of the celebrated Teacher of the Year Awards. The district winners will be honored and recognized for their achievements during an award ceremony on October 6, 2011. The Alameda County Teacher of the Year winner and candidate for the state nomination will also be announced during the event.
As we prepare to celebrate our annual recognition event, I would like to express my gratitude to faculty and staff who remain strong despite the adversity surrounding our profession. You embody the super-powers that awaken and inspire the curiosity and initiative of our future heroes.
In this special edition of In Touch, we also want to share with you a list of free activities and events within Alameda County and by region (North-County, Mid-County, South-County and Tri-Valley) as well as links to district-wide summer camps for you and your children to enjoy. We encourage you to take a moment to review what is available to you; to organize groups of friends and family, and venture out to explore and play.
As always, we are here to continue our leadership and support in providing opportunities for educators, administrators, families and children.
Have a safe and healthy summer vacation.
Stay In Touch!
Sheila.
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Alameda County Teacher of the Year Awards
Recognizing and celebrating teachers for their excellence in classroom instruction.
 The eighteen districts and Regional Occupational Programs that submitted their "2011 Teacher of the Year" are (in order by district):
· Alameda COE: Aixa Caraballo, Burke Center · Alameda USD: Elizabeth Young, Washington Elementary School · Berkeley USD (team teachers): Hillary Mitchell and Kimberly Burton, Washington Elementary School · Castro Valley USD: Tina Johansson, Creekside Middle School · Dublin USD: Jan Cohen, Wells Middle School · Emery USD: Tarsha Jordan, Anna Yates Elementary School · Fremont USD: Lewis Kilcrease, Walters Junior High School · Hayward USD: Diane Shepherd, Bowman Elementary School · Livermore VJ USD: Linda Stevens, Rancho Las Positas Elementary School · New Haven USD: Tom Collett, Newark Junior High School · Newark USD: Julie Panebianco, James Logan High School · Oakland USD: Lissette Averhoff, ACORN Woodland Elementary School · Oakland USD: Lisa Hiltbrand, Urban Promise Academy · Pleasanton USD: JoAnn Koobatian, Foothill High School · San Leandro USD: Heather DiMaggio, James Madison Elementary School · San Lorenzo USD: Glenna Wurm-Hayenga, San Lorenzo High School · Sunol USD: Suzette Takei, Sunol Glen School · Fremont| Mission Valley ROP: Mari Moschetti, Kennedy High School · Pleasanton| Tri-Valley ROP: Karen McMahon, Horizon Continuation High School · San Leandro| Eden Area ROP: Christina Charlton, Arroyo High School Click here for more details. |
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Alameda County Library 
Families can take advantage of free family passes to the Asian Art Museum, Bay Area Discovery Museum, and the Contemporary Jewish Museum from the following branch libraries: Albany, Castro Valley, Dublin, Fremont, Newark, San Lorenzo, and Union City. You may check out the passes from the Library Information Desk. Click here for specific details. For a list of events at your local library, click here, narrow your search by branch name in the drop down menus. _____________________________________________________________
East Bay Parks  EB Park and Recreation launches The Kids Challenge program based on the California Children's Outdoor Bill of Rights, which recommends a fundamental list of experiences to benefit from before entering high school. Register to receive the guide booklet and a special prize to help you get started (1 per child, while supplies last). A commemorative patch will be sent after completing the challenge. Course Code: 25907. To enroll in the free program and receive your Kids Challenge booklet: Call 1-(888) EBPARKS or click here for more information.
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Free Summer Lunch Programs  Any family who struggles with the burden of feeding children and teens when regular school meal programs aren't available can take advantage of the Summer Lunch Program. Alameda County will provide free midday meals on weekdays to children and teenagers (18 and under), regardless of their family income. No registration or paperwork is required for the Summer Lunch Program - children who show up will be served a nutritious and delicious lunch. For more information, please click here.
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Alameda County Nutrition Food Assistance ProgramsThere are several assistance programs (English / Spanish) that provide supplemental food for you and your family. These programs increase food availability and reduce hunger by providing children and low-income individuals and families access to healthy food. Click here for English or Spanish language information.
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Free Museum Admission for Active Duty Military Personnel
 This summer, more than 600 museums in all 50 states are offering free admission to active duty military personnel and their families from Memorial Day, May 30, 2011, through Labor Day, September 5, 2011 to show their appreciation for those who are serving this nation. Click here for more information. _____________________________________________________________ Everyday is Earth Day!
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) encourages children to make small and significant contributions to the environment. Click here for online educational resources that can help children gain energy savings awareness and take action in their homes and schools.
_____________________________________________________________  It's Reading Time!Children 12 years or under can take advantage of the following free-book opportunities:
The "Double-Dog Dare" by Borders
: If you read 10 books and bring the completed entry form to any Borders or Waldenbooks between 6/1/11-9/5/11 you get a free book. Click here to learn more.
Barnes and Noble's Summer Reading Imagination's Destination: Earn a free book when you read 8 books between 5/24-9/6/11.
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| North County
Albany, Berkeley/Emeryville, Oakland, and Piedmont | |
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 Albany
The City of Albany 2011 Summer Activity Guide, click here
Albany's Recreation and Community Services hosts its Annual 4th of July Celebration at Memorial Park. Enjoy a fun and educational afternoon for the children and family. Click here for information flyer which is found at the back page of their summer guide (page 60).
Berkeley
City of Berkeley Summer Camps and activities, click here. Summer Lunch Program: Free meals for Berkeley Youth, ages 18 and younger, click here for details. Emeryville Summer 2011: City News and Activity Guide, click here. Piedmont Summer 2011: Recreation Department Guide, click here. Piedmont's Recreation Center invites families and friends to join their free 2011 Movies in the Park at dusk. Click here for details.
Oakland
OUSD seeks to provide students with summer learning opportunities to continue to build their skills through academic enrichment programs as well as provide extended learning opportunities to students below grade level. Summer Resources: A guide for families, click here for more information.
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| Mid-County
Alameda, San Leandro, San Lorenzo | |
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Alameda
Come out and celebrate the 45th Annual Sand Castle and Sand Sculpture Contest during the Summer at the Robert Crown Memorial State Beach. Click here to learn more about dates, registration or viewing and judging hours.
Alameda offers three Free Family Starlight Movies at the Park. Come out, cozy up and enjoy a series of family films. Click here for more information, scroll down to 2011 Summer Events.
San Lorenzo
The San Lorenzo Branch Library hosts movies, cultural events, and reading games. Click here to link to the library website, select branch name to narrow search to San Lorenzo.
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| South County
Castro Valley, Fremont, Hayward, Newark, New Haven | |
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Castro Valley
The Castro Valley Library offers a series of events to engage the curiosity and talents of young children. Click here for a list of upcoming summer events.
Fremont Fremont offers a Free Summer Concert Series between June 30 and August 11, 2011. Get out and enjoy a wonderful BBQ, musical performances, and the Kids' Fun Zone--which includes a bounce house, arts and crafts, and a kid-friendly environment. Click here for details.
Join the Healthy Parks, Healthy People Festival ~ Celebrating National Get Outdoors Day on Saturday, June 11, 2011 from 11-4:00 p.m. Free event at the Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area, Fremont. Click here for more information Hayward
"Let's do Lunch" Summer Program: Free meals for Hayward Youth, ages 18 and younger, click here for details.
The Hayward Recreation and Park District and the City of Hayward present Movies on the Plaza and Summer Concerts in the Park. The events are free and open to the public to enjoy. Click here for more details.
Newark
The Newark Recreation and Community Services Department offers a broad list of activities and guides for families, click here for more information.
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Dublin, Livermore, Mountain House, Pleasanton, and Sunol Glen | |
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Dublin The City of Dublin offers a wide range of summer activities, including and Aquatics Guide! Click here for more information.
Livermore
 The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District offers classes, programs and events for children and families. Join their 4th of July Parade, Children's Fair, camps and more. Click here for more details.
 Mountain House (Tracy Region)The City of Tracy offers a variety of parks and community events for the Tri-City area. Activities including Movies in the Park, the Top Dog Parade and Expo, and more. Click on the catalog to view activities, programs and services.
Pleasanton/Sunol GlenThe City of Pleasanton proudly hosts summer activities and camps for families and children, click here for more information.
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The City of San Leandro offers a summer activities guide for children and families looking for summer time fun. 
