EMPOWERING EDUCATORS
Stay connected and informed with job postings, educational data and updates. Explore how we support educators across Santa Cruz County, including through credentialing services to support for substitute teachers.
COE Programs & Initiatives
Superintendent Initiatives
Priority Initatives
By giving extra attention to programs that promote the welfare and safety of our students, we believe we can make an even greater impact.
Superintendent Updates
Messages From District Leaders
Superintendents from across Santa Cruz County work together to produce clear and consistent messages to keep their communities informed.
Educational Data
Compiling, Analyzing and Disseminating Data
Information from the COE and the California Department of Education.
Annual Reports
Comprehensive Reports from the COE
Download a PDF or request a printed copy of our latest or past annual reports.
Staff Directory
Professional Learning
Professional Development
Workshop & Event Calendar & Professional Learning Plan
Learn about and register for upcoming workshops and explore our Professional Learning Plan website.
Curriculum & Instruction
Support & Professional Development For Educators
Expertise and leadership for programs and services supporting the success of all students, educators, and learning communities in Santa Cruz County.
Outstanding Educator Recognition Program
Celebrating Educators
Celebrating the accomplishments of teachers, classified employees and administrators.
Educational Technology & Innovation
Distance Learning Resources
A collection of resources and ongoing professional development opportunities to support students, families and educators working remotely.
School Climate, Safety & Emergency Resources
A Focus On Student Safety
Making schools safer by developing resources and forming partnerships with first responders through the Safe Schools Consortia.
Initiative for Racial Equity and Justice
Online Resources & An Ongoing Community
Providing a dynamic hub for educators engaging in courageous conversations about race and equity.
SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING & WELLNESS
Online Resources & Communities of Practice
Resources and ongoing professional development opportunities to support integrated social emotional academic development and cultivating
self-care and resilience.
Student Programs
Student Support Services
Quality Programs For The Students Of Santa Cruz County
Programs, services and trainings that promote school safety, youth employment/development, supportive services and community partnerships.
Academic Competitions
Academic Enrichment Programs & Student Competitions In Santa Cruz County
Competitions & programs for students including spelling bee, math contest, mock trial, science & engineering fair and more.
North Santa Cruz County SELPA
Information About Special Education for Students with Disabilities.
A consortium to provide for all special education service needs of children residing within North Santa Cruz County.
College & Career Collaborative
Increasing Postsecondary Access & Attainment For Students In Santa Cruz County
A partnership of educators, administrators, and counselors including ten K-12 school districts, three colleges, and the County Office of Education.
K-12 Computer Science Initiative
Explore Computer Science
Providing students and educators the tools, exposure, and opportunity to discover the enjoyment and benefits of computer science.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS
Advancing Environmental Literacy In Our County.
We provide districts, schools and community partners with environmental education programs, resources, and professional learning experiences.