Kern County Superintendent of Schools

Attention all change-makers! We're thrilled to announce that recruitment is underway for our AmeriCorps program! We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply and be a part of this amazing program. In addition to a monthly stipend and education award, mentors who join our team will be able to experience the joy of making a difference in the lives of students and community members. If this sounds like something you would enjoy, visit this link to apply: https://lnkd.in/gc7WPrtF

The Beautiful Bakersfield Awards, presented by Greater Bakersfield Chamber honored KCSOS for its impactful Do the Math program in the education category. This award serves as a testament to the program’s remarkable influence on education in Kern County. Read more about recognition in our latest EdConnect feature below. https://lnkd.in/edPwd-zP

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond announced Wednesday that the California State Board of Education approved $1.3 billion in Community Schools implementation grants. Just over $49 million of the pot will make its way to 11 Kern County school districts, including Arvin Union, Delano Union Elementary School District, Di Giorgio Elementary School District, El Tejon Unified, Fairfax Elementary School District, Grow Academy Arvin, Kern High School District, Maricopa Unified, Southfork Union School District, Vineland Elementary School District, and Wasco Union Elementary. Educators came out for the Community Schools Learning Exchange hosted by KCSOS on May 10. Over the past two years, Kern County school districts have been awarded an additional $86 million to plan for and implement the community school model on their campuses. Kern County Superintendent of Schools is helping several local districts make the transition. Director of Community Schools Anita Cruz calls it a whole-child strategy because the community is focused on the overall well-being of all students. Read more about this monumental investment in our communities in our latest EdConnect feature: https://lnkd.in/g3atgztk

We are slightly more than two weeks away from the 2024 Specially Yours Parent Conference, which is designed to provide parents of children with disabilities an opportunity to hear current, cutting-edge information about important topics that impact their children and families. This year's conference will be held on March 15 at Hodel's from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Registration is just $10 and includes a continental breakfast and lunch. Don't forget to register! Click the link for more information: https://lnkd.in/gFE7ZTAn

As a longtime educator and former principal of a middle college high school on a community college campus, Sierra Sands Unified School District Superintendent Dr. April Moore has witnessed firsthand the positive impact that early success in college can have on high school students. She recently partnered with Bakersfield Assemblyman Vincent Fong who authored Assembly Bill 2019. The bill proposes to amend California law to mirror the instructional minute requirements currently in place for students who access dual enrollment programs through specialized high schools on college campuses known as “early college” or “middle college” high schools. Read more in our latest story on EdConnect here: https://lnkd.in/gPxBz8q9

Over the last year, KCSOS's Human Resources department, with the help of the Communications team, has been creating 'Day in the Life' videos for potential candidates to see what it is truly like to work for an organization like KCSOS. The next video in our series features Cindy Adame, a Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP), who works at the Richardson Childcare Center. In it, she not only shows her talent and expertise as an SLP, but also how she is dedicated to supporting her colleagues for their own professional growth. You can check out the full playlist of videos here:https://lnkd.in/eAzRG5be

KCSOS kicked off recruitment season with its 24th Annual Teacher Recruitment Fair today at the Larry E. Reider Education Center. Hundreds were in attendance to learn about the exciting opportunities available within the organization.

KCSOS’s College and Career Program, along with Central Valley Mother Lode, is kicking off National CTE Month with a bang with its inaugural CTE Summit, which took place today at the Bakersfield Marriott. Uniting K-16 educators in an exchange of ideas, strategies, and success stories, the one-day summit focused on CTE curriculum development, the 11 Key Components of a CTE program, work-based learning, instructional strategies, best practices, assessment methods and more. A student panel was even on hand to discuss the latest in CTE developments. For more information, check out our latest story on EdConnect: bit.ly/KernCTESummit24

Happy Holidays from KCSOS! Beyond the festivities and decorations, the season calls us to embrace generosity and compassion. It encourages us to extend a helping hand to those in need, to spread joy through small acts of kindness, to make lasting memories and traditions with friends and family, and to foster a sense of community that transcends our differences. Whether through giving, spending time with loved ones, or simply spreading cheer, may this holiday season fill your heart and home with warmth and happiness.

With so many great stories found within Kern County’s educational institutions, we are excited to formally announce the launch of our new public education news and information website, EdConnect. The site, located at www.news.kern.org, was established by KCSOS’s Communications Department as a venue to better connect Kern County’s 46 school districts, charter schools, and KCSOS programs with the larger community. Our staff hope to include stories that highlight student and staff achievements, updates on new programs and services, and results from student events and competitions. We welcome community members to suggest story ideas by utilizing the EdConnect tipline found here: https://lnkd.in/gwbQiHJx