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It's the final leg of the Learning Continuity and Attendance Plan adoption, next is the Budget Overview for Parents, and we're already planning for the 2021 LCAP learning series. Time feels fluid during COVID-19, but teams are making progress on accountability work.

The San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE) is committed to supporting local education agencies (LEAs) in developing and maximizing the impact of their plans. Our Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) team has the latest information to be able to guide your LEA through this new process and help you prepare for the next year. We will continue to provide up-to-date information on legislation and deadlines, and ongoing technical assistance, through this newsletter and on our website at www.sdcoe.net/LCAPResources.

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Learning Continuity and Attendance Plan Updates

SDCOE is currently reviewing district Learning Continuity and Attendance Plans (Learning Continuity Plans). Formal letters are being sent to local governing board presidents and superintendents by Oct. 30. If there are recommendations, the governing board of a school district or county office of education shall consider the recommendations submitted by the reviewing authorities in a public meeting within 15 days of receiving the recommendations. All Learning Continuity Plans must be prominently posted on the LEA's website homepage, consistent with the LCAP posting requirements as specified in EC sections 52065 and 47606.5. SDCOE will post on its website Learning Continuity Plans for LEAs across the county by Oct. 30. 

The California Department of Education (CDE) has an updated and optional resource to assist schools with meeting statutory requirements for tracking daily participation and engagement.

Stay informed, visit our LCAP and LCFF Resources for School Districts webpage for up-to-date information.

SDCOE provides services and professional learning opportunities that align to California Department of Education (CDE) updates, accountability requirements, and the 2021-22 LCAP template. Your insights and suggestions are important and will assist us with planning the support for the upcoming academic year. 

Please take a few moments to complete this Google form by Nov. 16 so that our LCAP team can prepare services and support to best meet your needs. Thank you!

CDE will host a Tuesdays @ 2 Webinar on Oct. 27 to gather stakeholder input related to the revision of the Annual Update template and instructions for the 2021-22 school year. 

Visit the CDE COVID-19 Assessment FAQs webpage for frequently asked assessment questions related to COVID-19 and its impact on the following assessment programs: 

CAASPP and ELPAC coordinators who are new to their role or want a refresher course have another learning opportunity. The third New Coordinator WebEx of the 2020-21 series will be presented on Oct. 22 at 3 p.m. This webinar will offer a deep dive into resources for student practice in the testing interface and in grade-level content. To register, go to the CAASPP 2020–21 Training Opportunities webpage or the ELPAC 2020–21 Training Opportunities webpage, select this event from the listings, and complete the registration.

The CDE 2020 Assessment and Accountability Information Meeting has been archived on the CAASPP 2020–21 Training Opportunities webpage and the ELPAC 2020–21 Training Opportunities webpage.

Smarter Balanced fully launched Tools for Teachers, a free website packed with standards-based resources including lessons designed to enhance instruction, save time, and boost student learning. Tools for Teachers lessons include recommended instructional strategies for meeting diverse student needs and were created by educators with a focus on using the formative assessment process during instruction.

A key part of Tools for Teachers is the Interim Assessment Connections Playlists, which provide instructional resources aligned with the content covered by Smarter Balanced Interim Assessment Blocks (IABs). When these playlist resources are used in conjunction with student results on the IABs, teachers have the information they need to decide where to focus next steps for instruction. In addition, each playlist includes a list of academic vocabulary students should know to ensure they understand assessment items.

The resources in Tools for Teachers, including the playlists, are great options to use during distance learning. To learn more, check out this four-minute How Tools for Teachers Supports Educators video, and eight-minute Tools for Teachers: Website Demonstration video. Additional resources for promoting understanding and use of Tools for Teachers — including promotional videos and flyers — are available on the CDE Smarter Balanced Tools for Teachers Information webpage.

In order to effectively determine how your students and staff are doing and what additional supports they may need, it is important to have appropriate assessments for each purpose. The County Office SEL Workgroup has curated open source assessments with an explanation of their purpose and audience, and we are happy to support you in deciding what and how to implement. While the minimum requirement is a way to measure and monitor students and staff well-being, there are many resources that can be used to assess formatively or for self-assessment and reflection. 

View the SEL Assessments and contact Melissa Spadin for support.