In this difficult time, LACOE remains committed to improving the lives of students and our educational community through service, leadership and advocacy. Here, we share best practices, tips and success stories from the county’s 80 districts as we innovate and adapt together to ensure continuity of learning and safety of students, staff and families. |
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2020 Census: Time Is Running Out to Get Everyone Counted |
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The Sept. 30 deadline to complete the 2020 Census is fast approaching. So much depends on it, including vital health and education programs, and congressional representation. As trusted messengers, our educators are urged to continue to promote Census participation, especially in hard-to-count communities.
As you scroll down, you will find information on LACOE events and resources to help spread the word, including the LA County Census Chalkathon that runs until Sept. 7 and a Census Fill-Along with Univision/KMEX34 on Sept. 3. We have also released the updated LACOE Census Outreach Digital Toolkit. Everyone must step up in the coming weeks to make sure our students and their families are counted.
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Supt. Duardo Calls for Continued Conversations,
Education to End Systemic Racism
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On Aug. 28, thousands took part in a march in the nation's capital on the 57th anniversary of civil rights icon Martin Luther King's "I have a dream" speech. On the heels of the police shooting of Jacob Blake and not long after George Floyd died at the hands of police, protesters demanded racial justice and change. Supt. Debra Duardo says the Blake shooting is yet further evidence of continued social and racial injustice. She calls for continued conversations, action and education to promote systemic change.
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Surprise Visits Honor NLMUSD Employees of the Year |
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To prepare for distance learning in the new school year, NLMUSD teachers, counselors and administrators participate in a Blended Learning Summit featuring a variety of virtual professional development courses. The goal is to ensure that every child is provided with positive and meaningful interactions as well as a high-quality learning experience, says Supt. Lopez. The district has also made sure that students have the devices and connectivity needed to support their learning.
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Teachers Embrace Distance Learning with
Courage, Compassion and Grace
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"This is a school year like no other we’ve ever experienced," says Rhonda Barnes, a second-grade teacher at Quail Summit Elementary in Walnut Valley USD. Barnes and other teachers talk about how they are rising to the challenge to provide students with high-quality, engaging and rigorous learning experiences in the new school year. “Let’s remember to give each other extra grace, generous smiles and loads of patience!” she says.
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'Learning Together Safely' Tip |
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Fill-Along With Univision on Sept. 3 |
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Tune into our special Facebook Live with Univision 34 Los Angeles on Sept. 3 at 6:30pm to fill out your 2020 Census form together. We'll be going through the questions step by step with host Evelyn Sicairos. Please share the information widely by using these social media graphics:
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Students Make Great Strides During Pandemic |
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Students in Antelope Valley Union HSD's Biomedical Science Academy at Eastside HS have persisted through the pandemic and made great strides in their Advanced Placement test performance. The academy is one of the district's two educational pathways that have achieved Linked Learning Gold certification and among the first in the nation to achieve this distinction. Linked Learning pathways combine rigorous academics with technical coursework that is relevant to the needs of local employers and offer work-based learning experiences. Gold certification is Linked Learning's highest standard for college and career preparation.
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Census Chalkathon: Spreading the Word Through Art |
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The LA County Census Chalkathon has brightened sidewalks and spirits as it spreads the word: Everyone counts in the 2020 Census! Students, families, educators and professional artists have created chalk art and shared their artwork on social media to promote Census participation. See more artwork presented by LACOE Census Outreach Specialist Esmeralda Flores on Facebook Live. You have until Sept. 7 to grab some chalk and use the power of art to help ensure an accurate Census count.
Visit our webpage to view video lessons, upcoming events, online chalk classes for kids, list of participating artists and more!
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Lawndale Elementary SD Promotes Census Chalkathon |
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Lawndale Elementary SD Superintendent Betsy Hamilton joins the LA County Census Chalkathon, creating her own chalk art to promote Census participation. In a video message, Dr. Hamilton says the Census helps ensure communities get their fair share of funding for vital programs such as health, nutrition and education. "Together we can build brighter futures for our students and communities," she says.
In another video message, the LESD Board of trustees welcomes students, families and school staff to the new school year. "Thank you for being superheroes," says Board President Bonnie Coronado. "You rose to the challenge of supporting students during unexpected times."
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Building Partnerships to Support Students During COVID-19 |
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As the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on schools hit fast and hard, our Community Schools (CS) stepped up to support students and their families. Learn more about CS, a unique model of turning schools into hubs for access to health and social services, and building partnerships to support student mental health and learning loss. Join our CS Director Jose Gonzales and John Garcia III, who leads the Greater LA Education Foundation, on Sept. 3 at 3 pm.
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*GRE is now optional and is no longer required to apply to our doctoral program.
The application deadline for Fall 2021 is: February 1, 2021
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Resources for Families & Schools |
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Don’t forget, LACOE is regularly updating several pages of resources:
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