Events

Mindfulness for educators Virtual Event

Allow yourself to let go of your commitments and worries knowing that the pause you take will give you some calm and ease for the rest of your day. Settle into a quiet place on your own and log in to join us. This guided mindfulness meditation practice takes place every week, from 3:30-4 p.m. […]

25 Feb

3:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Virtual

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Civics Summit 2026

The Santa Cruz County Youth Civics Summit returns in February 2026! The Santa Cruz County Office of Education, in partnership with the County Clerk’s Office, Cabrillo College, and United Way, is bringing back the Civics Summit for the 2025/26 school year!  Open to 11th graders across the county, the Summit will be a day of […]

27 Feb

9:30 am - 2:30 pm

Cabrillo College

6500 Soquel Dr, Aptos, CA 95003

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SJSU Satellite Program – Application Workshop

Ready to become a Special Education Teacher?  Join San José State University and the Santa Cruz COE for a virtual drop-in Application Workshop! Get expert help completing your admissions application before the final April 1st deadline for the SJSU Ed. Specialist Credential Program at the Santa Cruz Satellite location starting this Summer. The Santa Cruz […]

02 Mar

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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Mindfulness for educators Virtual Event

Allow yourself to let go of your commitments and worries knowing that the pause you take will give you some calm and ease for the rest of your day. Settle into a quiet place on your own and log in to join us. This guided mindfulness meditation practice takes place every week, from 3:30-4 p.m. […]

04 Mar

3:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Virtual

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HERstory 2026

Join the HERstory Celebration to honor the women who have shaped our community, are leading today, and are inspiring what comes next. Now in its 3rd year, HERstory has grown into a signature countywide gathering that brings residents, educators, youth, nonprofits, and local leaders together for an evening rooted in storytelling, recognition, and connection. Guests […]

06 Mar

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History

705 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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Mindfulness for educators Virtual Event

Allow yourself to let go of your commitments and worries knowing that the pause you take will give you some calm and ease for the rest of your day. Settle into a quiet place on your own and log in to join us. This guided mindfulness meditation practice takes place every week, from 3:30-4 p.m. […]

11 Mar

3:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Virtual

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AI Explorers: A Community of Practice for Educators

The AI Explorers Community of Practice (CoP) is a year-long, application-based program for 4th–12th grade Santa Cruz County educators interested in integrating AI into their teaching, particularly for writing instruction. This year’s cohort has been selected through an application process and is now closed to new participants. Cohort members will meet throughout the school year […]

12 Mar

4:00 am - 5:30 pm

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Educator Recruitment Fair 2026

Saturday, March 14, 2026 | 9:00–11:00 a.m. The Santa Cruz County Office of Education invites you to its annual Educator Recruitment Fair, connecting aspiring and experienced educators with hiring districts, credential programs, and career guidance—all in one place. Who You’ll Meet Santa Cruz County School Districts Meet hiring representatives for both classified and certificated positions, […]

14 Mar

9:00 am - 11:00 am

Santa Cruz COE

400 Encinal Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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ELAC Toolkit Learning Series

Virtual • Interactive • Ready-to-Use Tools Grounded in family Listening Sessions and ELAC observations across schools, this three-part series explores high-impact practices in Outreach, Planning & Access, Content, and Family Leadership. Together, we’ll design ELAC as it was meant to be — a space where family voice shapes decisions, multilingual learners remain at the center, […]

17 - 26 Mar

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Tech Tuesday: Your Monthly Tech Upgrade

These Office Technology sessions are designed to help you work smarter, save time, and feel more confident using everyday tools. From Google Workspace to AV equipment and AI, each session offers practical tips you can use right away. Join us for one session or come to them all – the choice is yours! Register now […]

17 Mar

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Santa Cruz COE

400 Encinal Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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Tech Tuesday: Your Monthly Tech Upgrade

These Office Technology sessions are designed to help you work smarter, save time, and feel more confident using everyday tools. From Google Workspace to AV equipment and AI, each session offers practical tips you can use right away. Join us for one session or come to them all – the choice is yours! Register now […]

17 Mar

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Virtual

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Mindfulness for educators Virtual Event

Allow yourself to let go of your commitments and worries knowing that the pause you take will give you some calm and ease for the rest of your day. Settle into a quiet place on your own and log in to join us. This guided mindfulness meditation practice takes place every week, from 3:30-4 p.m. […]

18 Mar

3:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Virtual

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