Task Force Releases LGBTQ+ Booklist for School Libraries
A task force convened by the Santa Cruz County Office of Education has released a booklist called the “Top 40 LGBTQ+ Books that Every School …
Supporting our LGBTQIA+ Community at Santa Cruz Pride
In celebrating June as Pride Month, the Santa Cruz County Office of Education joined over 20 local partnerships in supporting the LGBTQIA+ community at Santa …
23rd Annual Black Graduation Celebration
The Santa Cruz County Office of Education was proud to host the 23rd annual Santa Cruz County Black Grad Celebration in partnership with NAACP Santa …
COE Announces Educator of the Year Award Recipients
The Santa Cruz County Office of Education (COE) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2022 Santa Cruz County Educator of the Year Award, an honor awarded to staff who exemplify educational excellence and embody the values of our school community.
Mental Health Awareness
Dear community members, May is Mental Health Awareness Month, an important occasion to reflect on the wellness of our educational community and share resources. We …
Arts Plan for Equity 2022-2027 Released
The Santa Cruz COE is proud to announce the release of the Arts Plan for Equity 2022-2027, a 5-year road map for arts education in …
Students Participate in Real DUI Court
On May 3rd, the COE brought the Real DUI Court in Schools Assembly to Monte Vista Christian School and Pajaro Valley High School, serving a …
2022 Environmental Action Summit
By Kayla Liu A passion of mine has always been environmental activism and sustainability. As a high school student, there was never the urgency that …
Rainbow Flag Raising Ceremony
This May, schools countywide will once again raise the rainbow flag in celebration of Harvey Milk Day to honor the legacy of Harvey Milk, a …
Students Paint Murals at the COE to Promote Ocean Care
Youth Artist Taking Action painted both a mural and storm drain at the County Office of Education. Students met to discuss what and where they …
COE receives 2022 California Green Ribbon Schools award
The California Department of Education today announced it has awarded the Santa Cruz County Office of Education (COE) with a 2022 California Green Ribbon Schools …
2022 Building Trades Pre-Apprenticeship Program
The first cohort for our Building Trades Pre-Apprenticeship Program concluded the 10 week course last week. All students who enrolled successfully completed and are actively …