December 2014
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Excellence in Education Awards Ceremony

Teacher of the Year Katherine Perkins

In recognition of their outstanding teachers, staff, 

and programs within Lake County schools, the annual Educator of the Year and Excellence in Education awards ceremony was held on Saturday November 15 at the Soper Reese Theatre. The annual event honored educators and community members who inspire and teach with passion, innovation, and a commitment to excellence.

 

County Superintendent of Schools Brock Falkenberg adds, "The evening is a chance to recognize the great capacity that exists within Lake County schools to support the educational needs of our children."


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View and/or download all the photos taken by Bob Rider Photography here. Just enter your

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The staff at Burns Valley School participates in
College Colors Day in November.
 
In September Team DUI did two presentations at Middletown High School. Speakers Kory Reynolds, Pam Inman, & Marty Nelson spoke to the students about the dangers of driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol. The speakers are volunteers that share personal stories about tragedies relating to driving under the influence. Several students expressed that the presentation made an impact.
Open Enrollment for Covered California started on November 15. This is an opportunity for individuals without health coverage to shop and sign-up for health plans through Covered California. They may also be eligible for Medi-Cal.

There is no time to delay because Open Enrollment is only three months long!
It ends February 15, 2015.
The Hero Project

Over 1050 people have joined the Hero Project!  The December Unplug and Reconnect challenge launches on December 8. If you are a parent, please support The Hero Project and click here to register. Don't forget to follow the Hero Project on Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter and Instagram. Nearly 600 people are already following the Hero Project on social media!

The first Hullabaloo was celebrated on November 19 in Lower Lake. The focus was on the importance of Reading Together and Eating Together. Over 150 parents, children and volunteers attended. The next Hero Project Hullabaloo will focus on the December and January themes of Unplug and Play. Stay tuned for details!
New Director of Fiscal Services

Congratulations Karen Shippley! 

Karen has been a key member of the LCOE business office staff for almost 14 years.  She is respected for her attention to detail, her ability to research and solve problems, and her tact when working with others.  Karen will do well in this new position. 

The business office has been restructured with the goal of enhancing support for  school districts and internal programs.  The requirements of the LCAP/LCFF, and more stringent reporting requirements for grants, taxes, and retirement have added demands to the business office (both at the County Office of Education and Districts) over the last few years. Karen will be leading the effort to support Lake County School Districts.

Karen manifests a high degree of integrity, perseverance, and commitment, so we're confident that Karen will continue to exemplify the LCOE motto: To Teach, To Serve, To Learn.
 

LCOE GED/Testing Lab Open to the Public


The Lake County Office of Education has a premier testing lab available to the public! They offer a comprehensive list of tests including, but not limited to, the following:

  •   GED: General Education Development
  •   CBEST: California Basic Educational Skills Test
  •   CPACE: California Preliminary Administrative Credential Examination
  •   CTEL: California Teachers of English Learners
  •   NES: National Evaluation Series
  •   RICA: Reading Instruction Competence Assessment 
  •   CSET: California Subject Examinations for Teachers
  •   CLEP: College Level Examination Program
  •   MA and other Medical Tests: Medical Assistants
  •   EMT: Emergency Medical Technician
  •   EPA: Mainstream Engineering; EPA Certificates

The testing lab administers tests from Pearson VUE, ETS, National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), and Assessment Systems, among other testing companies.

 

The testing lab has been approved by Pearson to administer:

  • Microsoft
  • Comp TIA
  • Cisco

The following tests are available during these times:

  • CPACE:  February 12th-18th, 2015
  • CTEL: February 12th-18th, 2015 and May 14th-20th, 2015

Several University exams are available for online students. The testing lab may soon offer Real Estate and Claims Adjuster exams. 

 

The next test date is December 6th. The 2015 testing schedule will be available soon.


If a needed test is not listed, or for more information, please contact Kim Boles-Cravea at 707-350-5985 or kimb@lakecoe.org.

 

Click here for more information
Redbud Library Imagination Bulletin Board
 
LCOE is on Facebook!

If you are a Facebook user, "Like" our page to receive updates and information!
Calendar Highlights

The Lake County Office of Education will be closed on the following dates in honor of the holiday season: December 24-26, January 1-2.

 

Mystery of the Christmas Star December 06, 13, 20, 27, Jan 3, 2014  6:30PM - 8:30PM  |  Taylor Observatory 5725 Oak Hills Lane Kelseyville, CA 95451 

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IEP Training for Secondary Teachers December 10, 2014  9:00AM - 3:00PM  |  Lake County Office of Education, Kesey Room


Integrating Arts and CCSS January 08, 15, 2015  3:30PM - 5:30PM  |  LCOE Kesey Room 1152 S. Main Street, Lakeport, CA 95453

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