Summertime
ed.PATH June Newsletter! As we transition into summer, it’s the perfect time to pause, recharge, and realign with our purpose as educators. The June edition ...
From Dream to Degree: Maritza’s Inspiring Journey
When Maritza joined the Sueños program, she did so with a clear vision: to lay the groundwork for a brighter future. Determined to build a ...
Explore Summer Enrichment Opportunities
Summer is here, and it’s the perfect time to get explore and engage with the outdoors — or discover new worlds altogether in the pages ...
Congratulations, Graduates!
Dear community member, Graduation season is upon us, a joyous time that reflects the heart of our mission in public education. This week, I’ve had ...
Celebrating Connection and Gratitude: A CALS Team Moment
Recently, our CALS team took a meaningful pause from the daily hustle to come together and celebrate one another during a special department lunch. This ...
Mental Health Awareness Month: Knowledge, Resources & Inspiration
With multiple challenges affecting our families and communities, this Mental Health Awareness Month is a timely opportunity to empower ourselves with knowledge, resources, and inspiration to take ...
CALS Hosts WASC Accreditation Visit
Last week, the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accreditation team spent three inspiring days with our CALS Career Technical Education (CTE) and Career ...
Reflection and Appreciation
ed.PATH May Newsletter! This May, we take a moment to reflect on the immense contributions of our educators—both classified and certificated—whose dedication powers our schools ...
CALS Launches CTE Student Showcase Pilot
We’re thrilled to announce the successful launch of the CALS Student Showcase Pilot—an exciting new opportunity for our Career Technical Education (CTE) students to demonstrate ...
High School Students Invited to Join Summer Student Trustee Academy
The Summer Student Trustee Academy is returning for 2025, with sessions beginning June 24! Over six sessions, high school students will explore the inner workings ...
Santa Cruz COE Announces 2025 Educator of the Year Award Honorees
The Santa Cruz County Office of Education (Santa Cruz COE) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Santa Cruz County Educator of the ...
Teacher Appreciation
Dear community member, Santa Cruz County is home to nearly 2,000 exceptional teachers who make a difference every day across our TK–12 school community. Next ...