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Aug. 27, 2021
Welcome to the 2021-22 school year! We’re gearing up to provide you the most up-to-date information to support your Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) implementation and support.

August is a busy time! Schools are in session or preparing for the hustle and bustle of returning students and staff. Our team at the San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE) is focused on reviewing, gaining clarification on, and approving district LCAPs. Additionally, we are preparing for upcoming professional learning sessions and informational workshops.

You've got a lot going on and the County Office is committed to supporting local educational agencies (LEA) in developing and maximizing the impact of their plans. This monthly communication is intended for anyone who is involved in the Learning Continuity and Attendance Plan (LCP) and LCAP process. Information will be provided to keep readers up-to-date with recent legislation and deadlines, and to support technical assistance.

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LCAP Approval Process and Important Timelines
Education Code (EC) 52060 states that the adoption of the LCAP by the governing board of a school district will be effective for three years and will be updated on or before July 1 of each year.
The Budget Overview, Annual Update (and instructions), LCAP (and instructions), and Expenditure Tables are required to be submitted to SDCOE within five days of board adoption. Send the PDF to finrep@sdcoe.net.

SDCOE Review Timeline

Submission to SDCOE: Local governing boards met and adopted LCAPs by the deadline of July 1.

After submission: Formal LCAP reviews began after July 5. If our team had questions or needed additional information/clarification, we followed the steps below as outlined in statute.

On or before Aug. 15:
  • County superintendent of schools may seek clarification in writing about the contents of the LCAP or annual update.
  • Within 15 days, the governing board of a school district shall respond, in writing, to requests for clarification.
  • Within 15 days of receiving response, the county superintendent of schools may submit recommendations, in writing, for amendments to the LCAP or annual update.
  • Within 15 days of receiving recommendations, the governing board of a school district shall consider the recommendations submitted by the county superintendent of schools in a public meeting.

On or before Oct. 8:
  • The County Superintendent of Schools shall approve a district's LCAP, provided the district meets the three criteria in EC 52070(d).
professional learning and events
LCAP Professional Learning Series
Stay informed, visit our LCAP and LCFF Resources for School Districts webpage for up-to-date information. All sessions will be virtual until further notice. Zoom information will be supplied once registration is confirmed.

This year, we have multiple professional learning opportunities for our LEAs. 
Putting It All Together Workshop
These monthly 2.5-hour sessions are designed to provide a space and time for participants to interact with others from around the county, learn about LCAP requirements, and explore promising practices. Once registration is confirmed, a corresponding Zoom link will be sent prior to each session. Mark your calendar for the 2021-22 session dates:
  • Sept. 14
  • Oct. 12
  • Nov. 9
  • Dec. 7
  • Feb. 8
  • March 8
  • April 12
  • May 10
Local Control Accountability Plan 101
The LCAP 101 workshop is a free learning opportunity held each year and designed for anyone who is new to the LCAP process. During the session, participants will learn about important timelines, the LCAP template, and planning essential engagement opportunities for stakeholders. Workshop materials are available for those who were unable to attend this year's Aug. 26 presentation.
ESSER III Template and Instructions Workshop
This workshop from 1 to 2 p.m. Sept. 1 will focus on Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER III) Expenditure Plan requirements and provide a walkthrough of the ESSER III Expenditure Plan template and requirements. The deadline for completing a governing board-adopted ESSER III plan has moved to Oct. 29. The plan must go to your October board meeting for adoption, which gives LEAs now through the end of September to complete the plan and gather the necessary stakeholder feedback. This is a requirement of all LEAs and charter schools receiving ESSER III funds.
 
This workshop will be recorded, and we will share a hyperlinked agenda that contains the recording within a few days of the event for those unable to attend.
COVID-19 Assessment Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The CDE website now has a COVID-19 Assessment FAQs webpage. New information will be added in the future, so be sure to check back as the school year progresses.
Assessment and Accountability Information Meeting Dates for 2021
Save the dates! This year’s Assessment and Accountability Information meetings will be held virtually again this year, organized by topic, and held across several afternoons from 2:30 to 4 p.m. The dates are as follows:
  • Aug. 25
  • Sept. 22
  • Oct. 20
  • Dec. 8

Zoom information will be sent once registration is confirmed.
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New Publication from CASEL
The Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning (CASEL) recently released a new publication, Rising Up Together: Spotlighting Transformative SEL in Practice with Latinx Youth, which contains practical principles and strategies for implementing transformative SEL in your school and district.

Schoolwide SEL Resources
If you missed our webinar series, please check out social and emotional learning resources and recordings and stay tuned for upcoming supports! Please contact Shelby Arnett with any questions.
If you have any questions or comments about LCAP Connection, please contact Dr. Deborah Hernandez.
Get up-to-the-minute information about what's happening at SDCOE and in our districts across the county.